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Coinbase Hints at the Launch of Its Wrapped Bitcoin Alternative on Base
15.8.2024
Coinbase, one of the largest U.S.-based cryptocurrency exchanges, has hinted at the launch of its own wrapped bitcoin alternative, cbbtc. On X, Coinbase posted the currency name, followed by another post stating that it was coming soon. Jesse Pollak, the creator of Base, Coinbase’s incubated...
Nigerian crypto wallets tied to protests evade government freeze efforts
15.8.2024
The discrepancies between the government’s claims and the blockchain data highlight a tense dynamic between digital finance and state authorities
Pro-Crypto Fairshake PAC Funds Democrats in Key Senate Races
15.8.2024
A pro-cryptocurrency political group, Fairshake PAC, has invested millions in supporting Democratic Senate candidates in Michigan and Arizona against former President Donald Trump-endorsed Republicans, causing tension within the GOP. Fairshake PAC, along with its affiliated super PACs, committed...
Boomer says ETH fundamentals at all-time high, price is ‘lagging’
15.8.2024
Ether’s current price doesn’t reflect the true performance of the network’s fundamentals in recent times, according to an investment manager
China-Russia International Trade Payments Situation Worsens: Crypto and Barter Rise as Alternatives
15.8.2024
Chinese regional banks, which were once used as bridges to process payments from Russia to China, have begun rejecting these payments for fear of secondary sanctions. To facilitate these transactions, cryptocurrency and even barter schemes have emerged as options to continue trading outside...
Vanguard’s New CEO Reaffirms No Crypto ETFs in Future Strategy
15.8.2024
Vanguard’s new CEO, Salim Ramji, reaffirms the company’s cautious stance on crypto exchange-traded funds (ETFs), emphasizing innovation and client-focused strategies while rejecting the launch of a crypto ETF. Ramji, a former Blackrock executive, highlights Vanguard’s strengths...
Trump Organization to Launch a Cryptocurrency Initiative, Eric Trump Says: Report
15.8.2024
The Trump Organization, the holding company for former U.S. President Donald Trump’s business ventures, will soon unveil its new cryptocurrency initiative, according to a Wednesday report from the New York Post
Coinshares Weighs Trump and Harris’ Impact on Bitcoin Ahead of 2024 Election
14.8.2024
In a recent report, Coinshares and author Max Shannon examine the potential impact of the 2024 U.S. presidential election on bitcoin, with a focus on the policies and positions of former President Donald Trump and current Vice President Kamala Harris. Coinshares’ analysis suggests that...
Binance reaches $1.7M agreement with Brazilian securities regulator
14.8.2024
Brazil’s CVM issued a warning to the crypto exchange in 2020 that it was offering residents derivatives products without authorization
Exchanges gear up crypto advocacy in Canada as elections loom
14.8.2024
Cointelegraph’s Sam Bourgi discussed Canada’s evolving regulatory landscape with Kraken and Coinbase at the Blockchain Futurist Conference, highlighting areas where the country still lags
Massive $593.5M Bitcoin Move: US Government Shifts Silk Road Stash to Coinbase Prime
14.8.2024
A transaction unearthed by Arkham Intelligence revealed that bitcoins linked to the Silk Road have been moved to Coinbase Prime. “10K Silk Road BTC ($593.5M) moved to Coinbase Prime,” Arkham posted on X. The firm further explained, “Wallet bc1ql received 10K BTC from a known...
Blackrock’s Bitcoin and Ethereum Funds Dominate Tuesday’s ETF Inflows
14.8.2024
On Tuesday, U.S. spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) experienced an inflow of $38.94 million, while spot ether ETFs attracted $24.34 million. Tuesday’s Inflows Boost Spot Bitcoin and Ether ETFs The positive momentum continued for spot bitcoin and ether ETFs on Tuesday, with both groups...
Exodus Expands Wallet Capabilities With Blockchain.com On-Ramp Integration
14.8.2024
Exodus Movement, Inc. has announced a new partnership with Blockchain.com to integrate Passkeys Wallet with Blockchain.com’s fiat on-ramp services. The integration aims to streamline the process of creating and funding cryptocurrency wallets, potentially expanding access to digital assets....
Wazirx Moves Funds to New Wallets After $230M Crypto Theft
14.8.2024
Indian crypto exchange Wazirx is in the process of migrating the remaining assets from custodian Liminal to new multisig wallets following a security breach that resulted in the theft of over $230 million. Wazirx claims that while its own systems remain secure, the custodian’s interface...
Bitget Bolsters Legal Team with Former Binance Executive
14.8.2024
Bitget, a leading crypto exchange and web3 company, has announced the appointment of Hon Ng as its new…
Exodus wallet posts 80% rise in Q2 revenue with $9.6M in losses
14.8.2024
Exodus’ operating revenue in Q2 2024 was primarily driven by the wallet’s exchange aggregation service, which netted $19.9 million
$67M Shifted—August Sees Tepid Activity in Dormant Bitcoin Wallet Movements
14.8.2024
Between Aug. 1 and Aug. 14, more than 1,109 BTC, worth around $67 million, moved from long-dormant bitcoin wallets that had been inactive for years. The bulk of this activity came from 17 distinct wallets, all originating in 2017, making this the largest movement of previously idle bitcoin from...
Crypto.com is Officially the UEFA Champions League Partner
14.8.2024
According to a press release issued today, Crypto.com and UEFA have agreed that the largest digital asset platform…
7 Indicted in $300,000 Queens Bitcoin Theft, Say Prosecutors
14.8.2024
Seven individuals have been indicted for stealing over $300,000 in bitcoin from a Queens resident. The charges against them include grand larceny, money laundering, and identity theft, stemming from a lengthy investigation into a cryptocurrency wallet hack. Using advanced hacking techniques,...
Daily Crypto Update: Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Toncoin Rise in 24 Hours
14.8.2024
After an abysmal start to the week, the crypto market finally gained stability on Tuesday. The day witnessed…