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Crypto On/Off Ramp Discloses Breach, Says 1.14% of Users Affected
22.10.2024
Transak, a cryptocurrency on/off-ramp service, confirmed on Oct. 21 that experienced a data breach affecting 1.14% of its users. A ransomware group claimed to have obtained sensitive data but Transak confirmed only limited information was accessed. The company said it is taking steps to address...
Bitcoin, Majors Dip on Leverage Flush; CAT Token Runs Up 60% on Futures Listing
22.10.2024
The broad-based CoinDesk 20 (CD20), a liquid index tracking the largest tokens by market capitalization, lost 2.1%
Sanctions Backfire: European Exporters Suffer More Than Russia
22.10.2024
European sanctions against Russia are impacting small European exporters, particularly in Italy, more severely than Russia itself, according to Ferdinando Pelazzo, president of the Italian-Russian Chamber of Commerce. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are struggling with disrupted payment...
BlackRock's IBIT investors throw $329M into ETF as Bitcoin dips 3%
22.10.2024
BlackRock's Bitcoin fund carried over to the rest of the United States spot Bitcoin ETFs, which recorded a net inflow of $294 million on Oct. 21.
‘Being this wrong should be illegal’ — Crypto pundits slam Fed’s Kashkari
22.10.2024
Minneapolis Federal Reserve President Neel Kashkari said crypto is “almost never” used outside of drugs and criminal activity — but evidence points to the contrary
Industry Stakeholders Cautious as Argentina Drafts New Crypto Regulations
22.10.2024
Cryptocurrency industry members in Argentina expressed their opinions regarding a new draft that proposes restrictions on the operation of crypto institutions in the country. If the draft is approved, each institution will register with a minimum capital amount to operate on Argentine soil....
Putin Blasts US Sanctions, Reveals 95% of Russian Trade Now Dollar-Free
22.10.2024
Russian President Vladimir Putin criticized U.S. sanctions, noting that they are driving global economies away from the U.S. dollar and leading to a gradual decline in its use for international trade and reserves. He highlighted that Russia now conducts 95% of its foreign trade in national...
Tesla CEO Elon Musk Highlights XRP and Crypto Potential Amid Regulatory Heat
22.10.2024
Tesla and Spacex CEO Elon Musk addressed XRP and cryptocurrency during a town hall in Pittsburgh, acknowledging crypto’s potential amid regulatory scrutiny. Musk emphasized that cryptocurrency plays a crucial role in promoting individual freedom and countering centralized control....
BRICS Unites 40 Nations at Leaders’ Summit — Russia Pushes for Global Partnerships
22.10.2024
Nearly 40 countries will participate in the BRICS Plus/Outreach session, expanding the reach of the 2024 BRICS Summit hosted by Russia. The summit will address cooperation in politics, security, and economics. A central focus will be the expansion of BRICS, potentially introducing a...
2 Outcomes: Ripple’s Legal Chief Reveals Best SEC Can Hope for in XRP Appeal
22.10.2024
Ripple’s chief legal officer has highlighted two potential outcomes for the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)’s appeal in the Ripple lawsuit over XRP. He explained the SEC’s best-case scenario and noted that Ripple’s Fair Notice defense remains solid....
JPMorgan’s Bold Call: Why Carry Trades May Be Facing Their Final Days
22.10.2024
A new JPMorgan report warns that carry trades are losing effectiveness as global interest rates decline, urging investors to be more selective with currency risks. The Japanese yen has lost appeal after unexpected rate hikes, while the Swiss franc carries potential bullish risks. JPMorgan suggests...
Latam Insights Encore: Brazil Can Lead the Way to Full BRICS De-Dollarization
22.10.2024
Welcome to Latam Insights Encore, a deep dive into Latin America’s most relevant economic and cryptocurrency news from last week. In this edition, we examine the recent movements by Brazil to further push de-dollarization within BRICS and how this might affect the trading framework of the entire...
Russian Crypto Miner, Sovereign Fund Aim for Global AI Leadership
21.10.2024
Bitriver, a Russian data mining company, has partnered with the Russian Direct Investment Fund (RDIF) to expand data center infrastructure and AI projects across BRICS countries. The goal is to boost Russia’s presence in AI and cryptocurrency mining. Both entities plan to build data centers...
Mining PAC launches ad for Ted Cruz as early voting begins in Texas
21.10.2024
More than 18 million registered voters in the Lone Star State will decide whether to replace Senator Ted Cruz with Representative Colin Allred starting in 2025
Bitcoin falls under $67K as stocks sell-off, but BTC derivatives are stable
21.10.2024
Bitcoin price saw a sharp sell-off today, but the BTC futures market is showing zero signs of fear
Why Is Silver Soaring? A Financial Perspective Involving America’s Breaking Point
21.10.2024
Porter Stansberry, financial editor and founder of Marketwise, believes that the rise of silver, which is experiencing a bull market, has deeper causes than just the increase in tech-related demand. He links the increase in the prices of this commodity with the upcoming destruction...
Bitcoin Miner Ionic Digital Renews IPO Push, Reports Significant BTC Holdings
21.10.2024
Ionic Digital has revived its plans for an initial public offering (IPO) following the appointment of BDO USA as its new auditor. The company, which is primarily involved in bitcoin (BTC) mining, also revealed that it holds 2,102.29 BTC, valued at $135.3 million as of Sept. 30, 2024. Ionic Digital...
'Quantile model' analyst predicts $135K to $285K Bitcoin price in 2025
21.10.2024
A unique Bitcoin price model charts a potential $285,000 top for BTC in 2025
Chainalysis hit with $650M lawsuit, Italy to hike Bitcoin tax: Law Decoded
21.10.2024
Chainalysis faces a $650 million defamation lawsuit, the EU’s ESMA pushes for MiCA amendments, Cyprus and Ireland scramble to align with regulations, and Italy plans to hike tax on Bitcoin
Ripple’s Chris Larsen Pledges $10M in XRP to Back Kamala Harris’s Campaign
21.10.2024
Chris Larsen, a well-known figure in the world of American business and angel investing, is making headlines once again. This time, the co-founder of multiple Silicon Valley tech ventures, including Ripple, has pledged a whopping $10 million to support Kamala Harris’s campaign....