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Binance Launches Web3 Wallet to ‘Lower the Barrier’ for Self Custody
10.11.2023
Binance has announced the launch of a new “self-custody” Web3 wallet aimed at simplifying the user experience and protecting user funds when using decentralized apps. The wallet features multi-party computation (MPC) tech, which Binance alleges allows users to manage the wallet without...
Tether Achieves Lifetime High With $86.51B Valuation; Tron Version Surpasses ETH in Several Metrics
10.11.2023
This week, the leading stablecoin by market capitalization attained a valuation of $86.51 billion, following a supply surge of 3.6% in the past month. Currently, the Tron network holds approximately 45.82 billion USDT, while the Ethereum blockchain is home to 40.02 billion tethers, with...
Fed Chair Powell’s Hawkish Tone Rattles Markets as Inflation Concerns Persist
10.11.2023
Amid an uncertain economic landscape, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s recent remarks have amplified the debate on the sufficiency of prevailing interest rates. Even with robust gross domestic product growth, Powell’s address indicated the Fed’s stern stance, as he noted...
Bitcoin Soars to Become 11th Largest Global Asset, Nearing Berkshire Hathaway’s Valuation
10.11.2023
The value of bitcoin (BTC) climbed over 38% against the U.S. dollar in the past six months, registering a 125% increase year-to-date. Riding high at a peak not seen in 18 months, bitcoin’s market capitalization has ascended to become the eleventh-largest among global assets. This ranking...
Poloniex Hit by $114 Million Hot Wallet Heist; Justin Sun Pledges to Recover Funds
10.11.2023
Onchain data and reports have highlighted unusual outflows from cryptocurrency exchange Poloniex, prompting concerns of a possible hot wallet breach worth approximately $114 million. Justin Sun, the exchange’s proprietor and Tron’s creator, has stated that the incident is under...
Bitcoin, Ethereum Technical Analysis: Bullish Trends and Overbought Signals in BTC and ETH
10.11.2023
While global equities slumped following the speech from U.S. Federal Reserve chairman Jerome Powell on Thursday, crypto markets held strong with an overall market valuation of $1.4 trillion on Friday, November 10, 2023. Bitcoin and Ethereum Navigate Through Market Uncertainty The crypto economy...
Maximizing Efficiency in High Fee Environments: A Guide to Bitcoin UTXO Consolidation
10.11.2023
In an era where bitcoin transaction fees can soar unexpectedly, managing your unspent transaction outputs (UTXOs) is crucial for minimizing costs. Bitcoin users with multiple UTXOs can face hefty fees for future transactions, which depletes the value of their holdings over time. Understanding UTXO...
Circle Revamps Stablecoins USDC, EURC With Upgrade Focused on Gas and Security
10.11.2023
Circle has announced a new v2.2 upgrade for its usd coin and euro coin digital stablecoins. The changes aim to significantly reduce gas costs, enable new use cases, and bolster security. Circle Unveils 2.2 Upgrade for Stablecoin Suite Circle unveiled the latest upgrade in a blog post on Thursday...
SEC Chair Gensler: Anybody Wanting to Be in Crypto Must ‘Do It Within the Law’
10.11.2023
U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chairman Gary Gensler has warned that anyone wanting to be in crypto must “do it within the law.” He advised crypto trading platforms to “Build the trust of investors” in what they are doing, cautioning that they must ensure they...
Ripple Expands Payments Network to 70+ Crypto and Traditional Payout Markets
10.11.2023
Ripple has expanded its payments network to more than 70 crypto and traditional payout markets. “Accumulatively this adds up to 90% of the global foreign exchange market,” the company explained, highlighting that the Ripple network has facilitated over $30 billion in payment volume...
House Approves Amendment to Limit SEC’s Crypto Enforcement Authority
10.11.2023
The U.S. House of Representatives has approved an amendment to the Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act that limits the authority of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to carry out enforcement actions against the crypto industry. “Gary Gensler is...
Blackrock Files to Launch Ethereum Trust ETF on Nasdaq, Eyes Spot Crypto Market Entry
10.11.2023
In a significant development for cryptocurrency investment vehicles, Blackrock Inc., through its subsidiary Ishares Delaware Trust Sponsor LLC, has filed a 19b-4 form with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to list shares of the Ishares Ethereum Trust on the Nasdaq. Blackrock Dives...
Senator Introduces ‘Keep Your Coins Act’ to Protect Right to Use Self-Hosted Wallets
10.11.2023
The Keep Your Coins Act has been introduced in the Senate to allow individuals to maintain custody of their cryptocurrencies in self-hosted wallets. The bill also seeks to prohibit federal agencies from “proposing a rule that would impair a person’s ability to act as a self-custodian...
HSBC Announces Plans to Offer Digital Assets Custody Services for Institutions
10.11.2023
HSBC, the London-based financial institution, announced its plans to launch an institution-focused digital assets custody service in 2024. Zhu Kuang Lee, chief digital, data and innovation officer at HSBC, explained that the bank had experienced an increasing demand for these services from asset...
Celsius Bankruptcy Saga Nears Closure as Court Approves Restructuring Plan
9.11.2023
In a pivotal moment for Celsius Network LLC and its affiliates, the Southern District of New York Bankruptcy Court has issued a confirmation order for the modified joint Chapter 11 Plan of the crypto lender. The approval sets the stage for a significant overhaul following the tumultuous financial...
Bitcoin Fees Climb 150% in 3 Days as Block Space Grows More Expensive
9.11.2023
Transaction fees within the Bitcoin network have surged considerably, eclipsing the figures recorded merely three days prior. A transfer deemed high-priority, which formerly cost an average of $3.38, now demands a fee of $8.46. This significant increase was recorded on Thursday, November 9, 2023...
Blackrock Registers Ishares Ethereum Trust With Delaware’s Division of Corporations
9.11.2023
Blackrock may be taking steps toward obtaining approval from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for a spot ethereum exchange-traded fund (ETF) in the near future. This comes on the heels of the company’s application for an Ishares Ethereum Trust with the Delaware Division...
FTT Skyrockets Amid FTX Acquisition Rumors Tied to NYSE’s Ex-President
9.11.2023
FTX’s proprietary token, FTT, has witnessed an impressive surge of over 80% following reports that say Tom Farley, the former president of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), is potentially interested in acquiring and rebooting the collapsed exchange. FTT Price Jumps More Than 80% Over...
Bitcoin Hits 18-Month High as Market ‘Greed’ Takes Hold, Igniting Short Squeeze Frenzy
9.11.2023
The Crypto Fear and Greed Index (CFGI) currently reveals a mood of “greed” within the cryptocurrency market, scoring a 69 out of 100. As of November 9, 2023, at 5:20 a.m. Eastern Time, the price of bitcoin peaked above $37K — a peak not observed since the first week of...
Kenyan Blockchain Association Told to Help Draft Regulation Bill, ‘Demystify’ Crypto
9.11.2023
The Blockchain Association of Kenya has been asked to help create the country’s first draft bill on crypto asset regulation. The National Assembly’s Departmental Committee on Finance and National Planning also asked the association to undertake “robust public education on cryptocurrency...