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Bitcoin as a US reserve asset is ‘great for price’ but poses significant risks — Charles Hoskinson
9.8.2024
While a strategic Bitcoin reserve may be good for price action, the US Treasury controlling 19% of the BTC supply raises unprecedented centralization concerns
Former SEC Official Urges 15,000 Morgan Stanley Advisors to ‘Say No’ to Bitcoin ETFs, Citing ‘Mammoth Risk’
9.8.2024
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s former head of internet enforcement, John Reed Stark, has raised concerns about Morgan Stanley’s 15,000 financial advisors promoting cryptocurrency investments, citing risks to retail investors and potential career consequences for advisors....
OpenAI claims GPT-4o poses ‘medium risk’ of political persuasion
8.8.2024
On the bright side, the company says there’s little risk it’ll become sentient and begin updating itself
OpenAI claims GPT-4o poses ‘medium risk’ of political persuasion
8.8.2024
On the bright side, the company says there’s little risk it’ll become sentient and begin updating itself
Bitcoin Faces Risk From 'Maxed Out' U.S. Consumers, Analyst Says
8.8.2024
U.S. consumers are accumulating debt at a slower rate, data released Wednesday showed
El Salvador and IMF Advance Talks on Bitcoin Risk Mitigation and Economic Reforms
8.8.2024
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has reported progress in negotiations with El Salvador on policies to strengthen public finances, boost bank reserves, improve governance, and address bitcoin risks. Although many BTC risks haven’t materialized for El Salvador, the IMF stated that both...
Blockchains Against Corruption
6.8.2024
From currency risk to judicial risk, companies face all sorts of unforeseen macro threats, particularly in an election year. Decentralized tech can ease the burden, writes Paul Brody, head of blockchain at EY
Goldman Sachs Raises US Recession Risk to 25%
5.8.2024
Global investment bank Goldman Sachs has increased the likelihood of a U.S. recession within the next year to 25% from the previous 15%, although they maintain that the risk remains limited. Despite the recent rise in unemployment to its highest in nearly three years and a significant slowdown...
Macroeconomics Expert Predicts Hard Landing for US Economy
4.8.2024
Despite recent positive economic indicators, investor and macroeconomics expert George Gammon foresees a hard landing for the U.S. economy. In an interview with Michelle Makori of Kitco News, Gammon pointed to several warning signs in the banking sector and the broader financial landscape. Banks...
Bitcoin traders risk-off as BTC price falls to $62K — Is a generational bottom approaching?
2.8.2024
Bitcoin traders anticipate a potential price drop below $60,000. Will dip buyers show up?
Bitcoin Slumps Below $63K, Altcoins Rekt, as Crypto Succumbs to Risk Off Mood
2.8.2024
Major U.S. stock indexes are suffering 2.5%-3.5% declines on Friday
Bitcoin Risk-Reward Remains Compelling Even After Price Doubles in a Year
2.8.2024
Long-term holders are motivated to hold at bitcoin's going market rate, implying an attractive risk-reward for existing or potential investors, according to the "reserve risk" indicator
First Mover Americas: Crypto Markets Reel on Geopolitical Risk
1.8.2024
The latest price moves in bitcoin (BTC) and crypto markets in context for Aug. 1 2024. First Mover is CoinDesk’s daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets
Market Volatility Surges Amid Global Uncertainty, Says QCP Capital
31.7.2024
Recent analysis from QCP Capital highlights the intensifying macroeconomic volatility, driven by various factors including equity market sell-offs, unwinding currency trades, and fluctuating commodity prices. QCP Capital’s researchers foresee further turbulence ahead, particularly in light...
EU AI Act comes into effect — Here’s what to expect
31.7.2024
The European Union’s AI Act takes effect on Aug. 1, introducing significant regulations for artificial intelligence through phased implementation and key compliance obligations
Bitcoin Keeps Weekly Loss as 'Anti-Risk' Yen Strengthens After BOJ Rate Hike
31.7.2024
The yen’s popularity as a funding currency can cause knock-on effects in other markets, helping tighten global financial conditions, BlackRock said
Bitcoin’s transformation from risk asset to digital gold hints at new all-time highs
26.7.2024
Bitcoin price is being driven higher by a new set of bullish catalysts
Stablecoin adoption greater risk for developing nations
26.7.2024
A new report warns that the adoption of global stablecoins in emerging markets and developing economies poses significant financial risks and regulatory challenges
UK Regulator Fines Coinbase’s CB Payments $4.5 Million for Serving High-Risk Customers
26.7.2024
The UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has fined Coinbase’s payments arm, CB Payments Limited, £3,503,546 for breaching compliance rules by serving high-risk customers despite restrictions. The regulator explained that this marks the FCA’s first enforcement action against a firm...
FCA Fines Coinbase $4.5M for Onboarding ‘High-Risk’ Customer
25.7.2024
FCA has fined prominent cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase’s United Kingdom arm $4.5M for breaching a voluntary agreement related to user onboarding. CB Payments Ltd. (CBPL), is an e-money institution and payments processor tied to United States Coinbase (COIN). Coinbase in trouble with UK regulators...