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Former Mt. Gox CEO Mark Karpelès Assures No Imminent Bitcoin Sale, “Everything Is Fine”
28.5.2024
In a social media post, Mark Karpelès, the former CEO of the now-defunct cryptocurrency exchange Mt. Gox, provided a status update on the recent situation. He assured followers that “everything is fine with MtGox” and revealed that the trustee is currently moving coins to a different...
Ross Ulbricht Immensely Grateful for Potential Path to Freedom Following Trump’s Pledge
27.5.2024
Ross Ulbricht, the founder of the Silk Road marketplace, has received a beacon of hope. Former President Donald Trump has made a compassionate pledge to commute Ulbricht’s sentence on his first day back in office, if re-elected. This remarkable gesture has been met with immense gratitude...
Justin Sun Advocates Supporting a Crypto-Friendly U.S. Presidential Candidate
27.5.2024
TRON founder Justin Sun has made a public call to back a U.S. presidential candidate favorable to cryptocurrencies. Sun emphasizes the importance of recognizing the cryptocurrency community—including companies and protocols—as key stakeholders in the political arena. He urges that their voices...
Kabosu: The Iconic Shiba Inu Face of Dogecoin Passes Away
24.5.2024
Kabosu, the Shiba Inu dog from Japan, known worldwide as the face of the “Doge” meme and Dogecoin, has passed away. Adopted by Atsuko Sato in 2008, Kabosu’s image became a viral sensation in 2013 when a photo of her was used in the creation of the “Doge” meme. This...
Coinbase Reenables XRP Trading in New York
23.5.2024
“Coinbase Reenables XRP Trading in New York” – In a significant development for the cryptocurrency community in the Empire State, Coinbase has reenabled XRP trading in New York. The announcement was made by Paul Grewal, Coinbase’s Chief Legal Officer, via a social media...
Fred Ehrsam Predicts Future Crypto Growth Driven by Demographic Shifts
23.5.2024
In a recent social media post, Fred Ehrsam, co-founder of Coinbase and crypto investment firm Paradigm, predicts that the cryptocurrency market will continue to gain momentum due to the growing influence of younger generations. He points out that ownership of crypto assets is currently highest...
Metamask Aims to Add Bitcoin Support: A New Chapter for the Popular Ethereum Wallet
23.5.2024
Metamask, the popular ethereum wallet, is reportedly planning to add support for bitcoin (BTC) in the next month or so, according to sources cited by Coindesk. While details are scarce, the integration could initially begin with basic features and expand over time. This move would significantly...
Crypto Exchange Bybit Reaches 30 Million Registered Users Around the Globe
21.5.2024
Cryptocurrency exchange Bybit has announced that it has surpassed 30 million registered users globally, marking a significant milestone in its growth. The company’s market share in spot trading has increased from 2% in 2023 to 9.3% in 2024, according to the latest Kaiko Research quarterly...
Pompliano Foresees Historic Milestone for Crypto Industry With Potential Ethereum ETF Approval
21.5.2024
In a series of recent social media posts, renowned crypto investor and influencer Anthony “Pomp” Pompliano has shared his optimistic outlook on the future of the cryptocurrency industry. Highlighting the potential approval of an Ethereum exchange-traded fund (ETF) by the U.S. Securities...
Balaji Srinivasan Highlights China’s Dedollarization and Envisions Post-Dollar Economy
20.5.2024
Balaji Srinivasan, former CTO of Coinbase, recently shared his insights on the global economy and the future of the U.S. dollar on social media. He discussed the concept of dedollarization, suggesting that China and other countries are moving away from U.S. debt and investing in gold instead....
Western Banks Face Major Asset Seizure in Russia Amid Gazprom Subsidiary Dispute
19.5.2024
In a significant move against western banks, a St Petersburg court has seized over $763 million of assets from Unicredit, Deutsche Bank, and Commerzbank, following a dispute with a subsidiary of Gazprom. This seizure, one of the largest since Moscow’s invasion of Ukraine, includes $504 million...
Coinbase Ventures Into Australia’s $600 Billion Pension Market With Tailored Crypto Services
19.5.2024
Coinbase, the largest US crypto exchange, is planning to tap into Australia’s $600 billion self-managed pension sector, according to a Bloomberg report. The company is developing a service tailored for this sector, aiming to cater to the growing interest in crypto investments among self-managed...
Analyst: Solana to Reclaim $200, Many New Crypto ATHs Soon
19.5.2024
In his latest social media posts, Daniel Cheung, co-founder of Syncracy Capital, expressed confidence in the strength of solana (SOL) and its potential to reclaim the $200 mark. He also hinted that upcoming upgrades could pave the way for new all-time highs (ATHs). Cheung also shared his bullish...
Base to Launch Online Hackathon With 200 ETH in Prizes, Sponsored by Stripe, Shopify, and More
17.5.2024
Base, the Ethereum Layer 2 solution incubated by Coinbase, has announced the Onchain Summer Buildathon. The event, which runs from May 31st to June 30th, invites builders worldwide to showcase their skills in various onchain use cases, including payments, commerce, gaming, and social....
Tim Draper Champions Blockchain Startups: Announces Major Partnership With Stellar
17.5.2024
Renowned venture capitalist Tim Draper announced a significant collaboration between Draper University and Stellar. The partnership aims to accelerate and fund up to 80 startups over the next two years, with these startups set to build on the Stellar blockchain platform. The initiative includes...
Report: CME Group to Launch Bitcoin Trading Amid Rising Demand From Wall Street
16.5.2024
CME Group, the world’s largest futures exchange, is planning to launch bitcoin trading to capitalize on the surging demand among Wall Street money managers for exposure to the cryptocurrency sector, according to a report from the Financial Times. The Chicago-based group has reportedly been...
Michael Saylor Foresees U.S. Pension Funds’ Bitcoin Adoption
16.5.2024
Michael Saylor, co-founder of Microstrategy and a prominent Bitcoin advocate, recently suggested in a social media post that U.S. pension funds, which collectively manage approximately $27 trillion in assets, will need to incorporate bitcoin into their portfolios. He stated, “There are thousands...
Vijay Chetty Steps Up as CEO of Eclipse Labs After Founder Neel Somani’s Departure Over Allegations
16.5.2024
Vijay Chetty, the newly appointed CEO of Eclipse Labs, has announced his commitment to leading the company’s mission of bridging the gap between Ethereum and Solana with a high-performance and trust-minimized blockchain. Formerly the Chief Growth Officer, Chetty brings firsthand experience...
Deutsche Bank Explores Blockchain-Based Asset Tokenization
15.5.2024
Deutsche Bank has announced its collaboration with the Monetary Authority of Singapore’s Project Guardian, a multi-year initiative aimed at exploring the potential of asset tokenization in regulated financial markets. The banking giant will test an open architecture and interoperable...
Wisconsin Pioneers State-Level Bitcoin Investment in the U.S.
15.5.2024
In a landmark move, Wisconsin has become the first U.S. state to invest in bitcoin, underscoring the growing institutional interest in cryptocurrencies. The State of Wisconsin Investment Board, which manages over $156 billion in assets, purchased 94,562 shares of Blackrock’s Ishares Bitcoin Trust...