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Polkadot faces market challenges: Investor concerns rise
13.5.2024
Polkadot (DOT), one of the leading blockchain platforms known for its interoperability and scalability features, has recently encountered challenges that have raised concerns among investors and enthusiasts. A combination of factors, including market volatility, network congestion, and regulatory...
Financial Advisors Reluctant to Discuss Crypto with Clients Due to Legal Concerns, Survey Finds
13.5.2024
A mere 1% of financial advisers frequently engage in discussions about cryptocurrency with their clients due to legal concerns.
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Solana drops 5% on new FTX plan, quick rebound to wipe $125M shorts
9.5.2024
If Solana recovers as quickly as it has in recent times approximately $125 million in short positions will be liquidated
US House Proposes Bill to Ban Cryptocurrency Mixers for Two Years
9.5.2024
Led by Sean Casten and supported by fellow Democrats, the proposed bill seeks to enact a two-year ban on cryptocurrency mixers. This would mark a significant step towards addressing anonymity concerns and potential misuse in the digital currency realm.
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Gary Gensler Attributes SEC’s Focus on Crypto to Financial Media and Fraud Concerns
8.5.2024
Gensler emphasized that while crypto represents a small portion of the financial markets, it disproportionally contributes to issues such as scams and frauds, attracting significant media attention.
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LayerZero Airdrop Snapshot Completed: ZRO Token Coming Soon
4.5.2024
The LayerZero airdrop snapshot was completed on May 1. ZRO futures contracts on decentralized exchanges suggest a substantial valuation for the upcoming token. However, concerns remain regarding the potential influence of airdrop hunters and their impact on the token's value.
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Friend.tech v2 airdrop could introduce non-transferable token
2.5.2024
Making the token non-transferable could force users to pay the 1.5% Friend.tech platform fee in an “ironic” shift from the platform’s non-venture capitalist approach
Federal Reserve Holds Rates Steady Amid Inflation Concerns; Outlook Remains ‘Uncertain’
1.5.2024
On Wednesday, May 1, 2024, the U.S. Federal Reserve chose to maintain the benchmark interest rates at their highest in 23 years. The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) members noted that although inflation has subsided, it still “remains elevated.” No Change in Federal Funds Rate;...
Blockchair’s Lead Developer Expresses Concerns Over Bitcoin’s Security Budget
1.5.2024
Nikita Zhavoronkov, the lead developer of Blockchair, a cryptocurrency block explorer, has expressed his concerns about Bitcoin’s dwindling security budget. Zhavoronkov stated that the network needs to experience sustained high fees to offset the security impact of the latest halving. After...
Crypto investment funds see $435M outflow as bull market stalls amid rising inflation concerns
29.4.2024
Concerns over rising inflation and flat spot Bitcoin ETF inflows could be factors in the $435 million outflow from crypto investment funds last week
OpenAI announces new publishing deal as race to license content hots up
29.4.2024
A new strategic partnership between OpenAI and Financial Times aims to integrate FT journalism into its AI models for more accurate and reliable information and sources
Republic First Bank Fails, Triggers Minor Crypto Market Downturn Amid Banking Sector Concerns
27.4.2024
The United States witnessed its first banking failure of 2024 with the closure of Philadelphia-based Republic First Bank, creating ripples within the cryptocurrency community as Bitcoin, Ether, and various altcoins experienced slight price drops following the announcement. This event has spurred...
Swiss National Bank Chief Raises Concerns About Adding Bitcoin to Currency Reserves
27.4.2024
The chairman of the Swiss National Bank has expressed reservations about incorporating bitcoin into the central bank’s currency reserves. He stated that no decision has been made yet to invest in bitcoin, underscoring the necessity for currency reserves to be liquid, sustainable, and easily...
Acinq to Withdraw Phoenix Wallet From US Markets Amid Regulatory Concerns
26.4.2024
On Friday, April 26, Acinq announced that its Lightning Network bitcoin wallet, Phoenix, will cease services for U.S. residents from May 3, 2024. This announcement followed closely on the heels of the Samourai Wallet indictment and what is perceived as a targeted U.S. government effort against...
The Non-Custodial Conflict: US Government Actions Stir Crypto Community Concerns
26.4.2024
Over the past two days, there has been a notable uptick in concern within the crypto community regarding the U.S. government’s actions toward non-custodial wallets, which facilitate the sovereign storage of crypto assets. Recent events have fueled a widespread belief that a targeted campaign...
SEC targets Uniswap Labs, raising concerns over open-source code liability
24.4.2024
SEC actions have made developers fearful that their code may end in prosecution. Are smart contracts with immutable code the way to protect themselves?
Worldcoin Executives Meet Malaysian Leaders Amid Privacy Concerns
24.4.2024
Sam Altman and Alex Blania engage with top Malaysian officials to strengthen ties following temporary bans in Europe and heightened global scrutiny regarding data privacy concerns.
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Thailand Set to Block Access to Unlicensed Crypto Platforms
22.4.2024
Thailand is poised to restrict access to unauthorized crypto platforms. The move is driven by concerns over law enforcement effectiveness and the potential for money laundering.
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IRS Releases Draft Tax Form for Digital Assets — Expert Raises ‘Major Privacy and Security Concerns’
21.4.2024
The U.S. Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has released a draft tax Form 1099-DA for reporting digital asset proceeds from broker transactions. Brokers, including unhosted wallet providers, are required to report proceeds from digital asset dispositions to the IRS. A crypto tax expert has highlighted...
Bitcoin Price Prediction: BTC Hits $60,500 in Descending Channel, Potential Sell-Off Looms
19.4.2024
As Bitcoin hovers around $60,547, analysts warn of more declines within a descending channel, raising concerns about future sell-offs.
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