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Bitwise Plans ETF Merger, Aims to Launch Momentum-Based Bitcoin and Ether Fund
5.10.2024
Asset manager Bitwise has filed a proposal with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to merge three bitcoin and ethereum futures exchange-traded funds (ETFs) into a single fund. This new fund will utilize a momentum-based strategy, targeting both bitcoin and ether futures. Bitwise...
Standard Chartered Sees Buying Opportunity as Bitcoin Nears $60K Dip
5.10.2024
Standard Chartered has cautioned that bitcoin could drop below $60,000 due to rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. While the bank sees this as a buying opportunity, it also highlights the unique relationship between BTC’s price and the U.S. presidential race. Former President...
Tether is ‘best friend’ of US, says CEO Paolo Ardoino
4.10.2024
While focusing on developing countries, Tether is doing its best to maintain a good relationship with the United States, Paolo Ardoino told Cointelegraph
Russia-Based Evil Corp Faces New US Sanctions
4.10.2024
The U.S. Treasury has sanctioned members of Russia’s Evil Corp in collaboration with the UK and Australia, continuing a crackdown on cybercriminals. Targeting seven individuals, the group is infamous for deploying Dridex malware and Bitpaymer ransomware. This move highlights international efforts...
Ripple Boosts Cross-Border Transactions in Brazil With New Payment Solution
4.10.2024
Ripple is expanding its digital payments service in Brazil, partnering with Mercado Bitcoin to offer faster, cheaper cross-border transactions. This move positions Ripple Payments as a key player in the region’s crypto landscape, helping businesses move funds 24/7. With plans to streamline treasury...
Crypto Billionaire Flees London Over Offshore Tax Concerns
1.10.2024
Christian Angermayer, a billionaire crypto investor, has reportedly moved from London to Switzerland as the UK considers tightening tax policies on offshore wealth. Angermayer’s relocation signals the potential departure of other wealthy individuals fearing future tax hikes on non-domiciled...
Fed’s dovish move to slash $625M in interest income for stablecoins
27.9.2024
CCData estimates stablecoins will lose approximately $625 million in interest income for each 50-basis point cut. Further cuts in 2024 could reduce annual revenue by as much as $1.5 billion
US Authorities Bust Billion-Dollar Crypto Laundering Network, Charge 2 Russians
27.9.2024
Two Russian nationals have been charged with running a massive money laundering network that processed billions through cryptocurrency exchanges, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) announced. These exchanges, including Cryptex and Joker’s Stash, enabled criminals to bypass regulations and funnel...
Global Effort Disrupts Russia Linked Network Using Crypto to Evade Sanctions, U.S. Charges Two Russians
27.9.2024
Russian nationals Sergey Ivanov and Timur Shakhmametov have been charged for their involvement in operating money laundering services that catered to cybercriminals using cryptocurrencies, U.S. authorities announced on Thursday
Turkey Scraps Planned Crypto Tax, Targets Economic Reforms
27.9.2024
Turkey has decided not to move forward with a new tax targeting stock market and cryptocurrency gains, according to Vice President Cevdet Yilmaz. While previously discussed, the plan has been dropped, with the government focusing instead on reducing tax exemptions. This shift follows concerns about...
US sanctions Russian crypto platforms for money laundering ties
26.9.2024
Two crypto exchanges and two individuals have been sanctioned for ties to underground finance
SEC chair Gensler plugs changes to exchange definition that worries crypto
26.9.2024
Gary Gensler reminded a conference on Treasury bonds about a proposed rule change that would impact DeFi, too
Wall Street’s Guggenheim Treasury tokenizes $20M paper on Ethereum
26.9.2024
According to Guggenheim Treasury Services, the product is the first digital version of commercial paper on the Ethereum network.
Coinbase-backed Truflation confirms hack, estimated around $5M
26.9.2024
Truflation’s team said that no customer funds were stolen in the security breach
QCP Capital Analyzes Bullish Macro Trends Impacting Bitcoin and Risk Assets
25.9.2024
According to QCP Capital’s latest analysis, macroeconomic conditions are becoming increasingly favorable for risk assets, including cryptocurrencies. Central bank policies, particularly from China and the U.S. are playing a crucial role in shaping market sentiment. QCP Capital: Central Bank...
Digital Asset, DTCC complete collateral tokenization pilot
23.9.2024
The project aimed for speed, privacy and legal compliance while using highly accessible and desirable US Treasury bonds as a collateral asset
Digital Asset, DTCC complete collateral tokenization pilot
23.9.2024
The project aimed for speed, privacy and legal compliance while using highly accessible and desirable US Treasury bonds as a collateral asset
JPMorgan Forecasts Potential 50bps Rate Cut in November Following Recent Fed Move
21.9.2024
JPMorgan Chase sees the possibility of the Federal Reserve making another significant rate cut in November, possibly by 50 basis points. The bank, which predicted this week’s half-point cut, believes further reductions are likely if the job market weakens. While some other Wall Street firms...
Ethereum Foundation Cashes Out: 300 ETH Sold in Latest Move
20.9.2024
The AI-powered sleuth Spot On Chain dropped a bombshell on X today: the Ethereum Foundation just offloaded 300 ETH, pocketing a cool 763,092 DAI. “Overall, since the beginning of September, the Ethereum Foundation has sold 950 ETH ($2.27M) at an average price of $2,392, with sales occurring...
Microstrategy Announces Plans to Buy More Bitcoin Following $1.01B Private Offering
20.9.2024
Microstrategy has revealed plans to acquire additional bitcoin after completing a $1.01 billion offering of convertible senior notes. This move comes as part of the company’s ongoing strategy to use proceeds from debt and equity financing to accumulate bitcoin as a treasury reserve asset....