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FTX Co-Founder Sam Bankman-Fried Seeks Retrial, Alleges Legal Errors
14.9.2024
Sam Bankman-Fried, co-founder of FTX, has filed an appeal against his conviction, arguing that key evidence was improperly excluded from his trial. His attorneys claim that legal errors denied him a fair trial and seek a retrial with a different judge. Sam Bankman-Fried’s Appeal Targets...
NFT Sales Drop 7.91% as Buyers and Sellers Pull Back Sharply
14.9.2024
Over the past seven days, non-fungible token (NFT) sales have dipped once again, sliding 7.91% compared to the previous week. The number of NFT buyers has taken a notable hit, plummeting 73.46%, and sellers are following suit, down 61.18% from last week. NFT Sales Total $74.86M in a Week Marked...
Crypto millionaire loses $43 million in Ether-Bitcoin trading bet
14.9.2024
Fickel is one of the world's wealthiest cryptocurrency investors, currently holding more than $4.8 million worth of Ether
Crypto millionaire loses $43 million in Ether-Bitcoin trading bet
14.9.2024
Fickel is one of the world's wealthiest cryptocurrency investors, currently holding more than $4.8 million worth of Ether
Nigerian Blockchain Group Ousts President, Who Remains Defiant
14.9.2024
The Stakeholders in Blockchain Association of Nigeria (SIBAN) expelled its president, Obinna Iwuno, for allegedly registering an illegal body and misusing his position. Iwuno denied these allegations and accused the SIBAN board of trustees of acting unlawfully. Despite the expulsion, Iwuno claimed...
5 US States Settle With GSB Group Over Unregistered Crypto Sales
14.9.2024
Five U.S. states have reached a settlement with GSB Group over unregistered securities sales tied to digital assets. Residents of the states will receive refunds for all fiat and cryptocurrency deposits. GSB chairman Josip Heit agreed to cease selling unregistered securities without admitting...
Network Latency Drives Solana Validator to South Africa’s Commercial Hub
14.9.2024
Superfast founder Martin Tromp has launched a Solana validator in one of Teraco’s Johannesburg data centers. Solana is a fast, scalable blockchain platform competing with Ethereum. As a proof-of-stake system, validators like Tromp’s play a crucial role in maintaining network security...
Uniswap Labs CEO Denies Protocol Deployment Extortion Claims
14.9.2024
Uniswap Labs CEO Hayden Abrams has refuted claims that the platform charges $20 million for protocol deployments, calling them “completely false.” Abrams, who said he rarely engages with individuals seeking attention, explained that protocol deployments typically follow a governance...
AI Powerhouse Openai Reportedly Seeking to Raise $6.5 Billion at a $150 Billion Valuation
14.9.2024
Openai, the company at the center of the artificial intelligence (AI) revolution, is reportedly seeking to raise $6.5 billion from investors, reaching a valuation of $150 billion. According to Bloomberg, the funds would be used to support the need for computing power and other expenses, as stated...
Bitcoin reclaims $60K and ‘this time is different,’ says analyst
14.9.2024
Bitcoin reclaimed the $60,000 price level for the first time in 14 days, amid a month that is typically perceived as bearish for Bitcoin
Bitcoin reclaims $60K and ‘this time is different,’ says analyst
14.9.2024
Bitcoin has regained the $60,000 mark for the first time in 14 days, during a month generally considered bearish for the cryptocurrency
CFTC Teams up With SEC to Fight Cryptocurrency Scams
14.9.2024
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has partnered with several organizations, including the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), to educate the public about cryptocurrency scams, especially those involving fake romantic relationships. These partnerships aim to help consumers...
Onedegree, Dubai Insurance Launch Digital Asset Custodial Insurance for UAE Clients
14.9.2024
Onedegree, an Asian digital assets insurer, and its UAE partner, Dubai Insurance, have started offering digital asset custodial risk insurance to clients in the UAE. This new product, approved by the Central Bank of UAE, expands both companies’ product portfolio and offers a comprehensive...
In-Depth Study Reveals Stablecoins as Pivotal Players in Global Finance
13.9.2024
As digital economies evolve, stablecoins emerge not just as mere facilitators for crypto trading but as pivotal tools in global financial systems. A comprehensive report by Castle Island Ventures and Brevan Howard Digital, sponsored by Visa, unveils the profound impact of stablecoins on monetary...
Nigeria Accuses Four Crypto Traders of Forex Regulations Violations
13.9.2024
The Nigerian government has filed criminal charges against four individuals and several firms for allegedly conducting illegal crypto transactions, including USDT to naira conversions, without a banking license. The four are Ejiogu A. Chinedu, Nnamdi F. Okereke, Oty Ugochukwu Stanley,...
Did the crypto market bottom this week? — Here’s what the data shows
13.9.2024
Bitcoin is chasing $60,000, and altcoins are showing modest gains today. Does that mean the crypto market has bottomed?
Did the crypto market bottom this week? — Here’s what the data shows
13.9.2024
Bitcoin is chasing $60,000, and altcoins are showing modest gains today. Does that mean the crypto market has bottomed?
Here’s what happened in crypto today
13.9.2024
Need to know what happened in crypto today? Here is the latest news on daily trends and events impacting Bitcoin price, blockchain, DeFi, NFTs, Web3 and crypto regulation
US Urges Nigeria to Release Jailed Binance Employee, Considers ‘Wrongfully Detained’ Designation
13.9.2024
The U.S. is urging Nigeria to release Tigran Gambaryan, a jailed Binance employee, due to humanitarian concerns. This has become a major point of tension in U.S.-Nigeria relations. U.S. officials say Gambaryan’s health issues warrant his release, while his family claims he’s denied...
Moonpay Secures Registration to Offer Digital Currency Exchange Services in Australia
13.9.2024
Moonpay has successfully registered with the Australian Transaction Reports and Analysis Centre (AUSTRAC) to provide digital currency exchange services in Australia. This registration will enable Moonpay to establish local payment processing relationships and offer Australian users alternative...