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US Senator Sounds Alarm on 3 Major Crypto Threats — Could Digital Assets Be in Danger?
15.10.2024
Utah Republican senator Mike Lee outlined three major regulatory risks to the cryptocurrency industry at the recent Permissionless III crypto conference. They are the creation of a central bank digital currency (CBDC), fragmented state regulations, and heavy federal oversight. He warned these could...
$150M Crypto Scheme Leader Vanishes From US Detention, Active Manhunt Underway
15.10.2024
A German national accused of orchestrating a $150 million cryptocurrency fraud is now a fugitive after allegedly tampering with his ankle monitor while on home detention in New York. Prosecutors say he led a multi-level marketing scheme, promising massive returns, before siphoning off millions...
Metaplanet Buys 106 BTC, Total Holdings Now Valued at $56M
15.10.2024
Metaplanet, a company listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange, has once again expanded its bitcoin (BTC) reserves. On Monday, the firm revealed the purchase of 106.976 BTC for approximately ¥1 billion. This acquisition comes shortly after a similar buy last week, where 108.99 BTC was added to...
China’s Trade With BRICS Surges: A $653 Billion Boost in Emerging Markets
15.10.2024
China’s trade with BRICS countries surged by 5.1% year-on-year, reaching 4.62 trillion yuan (approximately $653 billion) in the first three quarters of 2024. Officials emphasized the importance of BRICS as a crucial platform for developing nations to collaborate, particularly in sectors like steel...
Blackrock CEO Larry Fink Declares Bitcoin an Asset Class, Rivaling Gold in Investment Potential
15.10.2024
Blackrock CEO Larry Fink has emphasized bitcoin’s growing legitimacy as an investment, calling it an alternative to commodities like gold. “We believe bitcoin is an asset class in itself,” said the CEO of the world’s largest asset manager. Fink downplayed regulatory changes...
Smart Contracts Achieve Legal Breakthrough in Argentina
15.10.2024
Smart contracts, the blockchain-automated programs, are now legal in Argentina after local jurisdiction recognized the enforceability of the first one. They can now be used to execute rental agreements, purchase payments, and other legal contracts, as cryptocurrency is now approved for use...
Dormant 2011 Bitcoin Wallet Moves $6.59M After 13 Years of Silence
14.10.2024
On Monday, a long-dormant bitcoin wallet, first activated on Aug. 4, 2011, made its move, sending 100 BTC—valued at $6.59 million—out into the world for the first time in over 13 years. While September saw some exciting transactions from 2009-era wallets, October has been relatively...
Crypto Market Flatlines at $2.3 Trillion—Coingecko’s Q3 Insights Show Surprising Trends
14.10.2024
According to Coingecko’s 2024 Q3 Crypto Industry Report, the global cryptocurrency market closed flat, ending the quarter with a $2.33 trillion market cap. However, the period saw considerable volatility driven by geopolitical and economic events across major markets. Q3’s Crypto Winners...
Bitcoin Rises as China Stimulus and Multiple Bullish News Fuel Crypto Gains
14.10.2024
China’s unclear fiscal stimulus measures have fueled a surge in bitcoin, pushing the cryptocurrency to a two-week high and sparking speculation that investors may shift to cryptocurrencies over Chinese equities. The uncertainty surrounding the scale of China’s economic efforts...
QCP Capital: Bitcoin’s Potential for ‘Uptober’ Rally Mirrors Historic Election Trends
14.10.2024
QCP Capital analysts have noticed a significant rise in bitcoin (BTC), comparing it to similar patterns seen before past U.S. elections. Their latest report delves into the influence of historical price movements, current market dynamics, and upcoming events on the cryptocurrency’s future...
Ethereum Investors Eye Gambling Token Mpeppe for New Profit Opportunities
14.10.2024
Ethereum (ETH) remains a leading cryptocurrency in the DeFi space, holding the second-largest market capitalization after Bitcoin. However, recent price fluctuations have made it unstable, influenced by U.S. election trends, economic indicators, and global geopolitical situations. As a result...
World Liberty Financial Adds 100K Investors to Whitelist, Eyes $1.5B Valuation Post-Raise
14.10.2024
On Monday, the team behind the decentralized finance (defi) project World Liberty Financial (WLF), backed by the Trump family, announced that over 100,000 accredited U.S. investors have been added to the whitelist. During the X Spaces event, WLF founders Zachary Folkman and Chase Herro shared that...
Announcing the ftNFT YoCerebrum Awards Volume 3: Eden of Innovation and Creativity
14.10.2024
PRESS RELEASE. On Nov. 14, Malta will host the ftNFT YoCerebrum Awards Volume 3, an event recognizing top talents in the NFT space. This celebration of creativity will bring together artists, enthusiasts, and visionaries to honor outstanding achievements in 15 categories. Submissions are open until...
Kamala Harris Unveils New Crypto Plan and Major Financial Opportunities for Black Men
14.10.2024
Vice President Kamala Harris has unveiled a plan focused on supporting Black men, with cryptocurrency playing a significant role. Her “Opportunity Agenda for Black Men” includes ensuring that those holding digital assets “benefit from financial innovation.” Noting that over...
Brett Price Pumps 30% in a Week, Expert Says Flockerz Could See Bigger Gains
14.10.2024
Meme coins have been back making headlines in the past week. Brett (BRETT), the Base chain’s biggest meme coin, has surged 30% since last Monday. But one expert believes the real winner could be Flockerz (FLOCK) – a Vote-to-Earn meme coin still in its presale phase. BRETT Breaks Past...
Analysts React to China’s Lackluster Stimulus Measures: Will a ‘Big Move’ Follow?
14.10.2024
Chinese investors have been left wanting more from the latest stimulus measures announced by authorities. Analysts are attempting to explain the reasons behind China’s lack of deeper action to stimulate its economy and how this might affect the Asian giant’s commercial partners....
This Week’s Crypto Gainers and Losers: Meme Tokens Outshine Bitcoin and Ethereum
14.10.2024
In the midst of a more optimistic crypto market, both bitcoin and ethereum have enjoyed steady growth, climbing by 3.13% and 3.61%, respectively, over the past week. Additionally, several other digital currencies experienced even more significant increases, with spx6900 (SPX) stealing the spotlight...
Ethereum Technical Analysis: Bullish Breakout Needed to Reverse Bearish Trend
14.10.2024
As of Oct. 14, 2024, ethereum’s price is $2,541, with a total market cap reaching $305 billion. In the last 24 hours, ETH has swung between $2,436 and $2,555, supported by a trading volume of $14.31 billion. Despite this activity, technical indicators hint at continued bearish momentum, with...
Bitcoin Technical Analysis: Bulls Poised for Breakout as Price Hovers Near $65K
14.10.2024
As of Oct. 14, 2024, bitcoin (BTC) is trading at $64,905, with its 24-hour range spanning from $62,059 to $64,915. The leading cryptocurrency’s market capitalization sits at $1.28 trillion, while 24-hour trading volume has reached $29.38 billion. Current market data suggests bitcoin is in...
Ivory Coast’s Waribei Fintech Startup Raises Funds to Boost Small Business Support
14.10.2024
Ivorian fintech startup Waribei raised $820,460 in pre-seed funding to expand its platform, which aims to streamline financial transactions for small businesses in Francophone West Africa. Waribei focuses on understanding the specific needs of merchants and aims to provide solutions that address...