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First Mover Americas: Network Update Lifts AVAX
2.2.2023
The latest price moves in bitcoin (BTC) and crypto markets in context for Feb. 2, 2023. First Mover is CoinDesk’s daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets
OP Token Surges 25% as Optimism Foundation Proposes 'Bedrock' Upgrade
2.2.2023
Layer 2 scaling solution Optimism's governance token, OP, has chalked up a 200% rally in four weeks, outperforming market leaders bitcoin and ether by a big margin
Bitcoin, S&P 500 Close In on Bullish 'Golden Cross' Signal
2.2.2023
In the past, bitcoin's big rallies have started with a golden cross, but not all golden crosses have led to a big rally
Regulatory action against Mango Markets exploiter is a win for DeFi — Moody’s
2.2.2023
SEC and CFTC taking action against the alleged fraudster show that DeFi is becoming a “safer and more welcoming environment,” according to credit rating firm Moody’s
NFT Sales Soar: January 2023 Reaches Nearly $1 Billion in 30 Days With 41% Increase
2.2.2023
Non-fungible token (NFT) sales increased 41.96% from the previous month, according to data recorded on Feb. 1, 2023. NFT sales reached nearly $1 billion in 30 days, with an approximate total of $997.53 million. Additionally, the number of digital collectible transactions rose more than 22% in...
First Mover Asia: Is Bitcoin's Ride Past $24.1K a Stopping Point or Sign of Further Gains?
2.2.2023
ALSO: Shaurya Malwa writes that Waves’ decision to abandon the stablecoin model underlines a decline in this sector stemming from the Terra UST implosion and other debacles. Bitcoin rides past $24.1K at one point
London Crowned World’s Leading Cryptocurrency Hub, According to Study
2.2.2023
According to research from Recap, a cryptocurrency tax software company, London has become the world’s leading hub for cryptocurrencies. The researchers analyzed eight indicators, including the number of cryptocurrency businesses and the quantity of cryptocurrency ATMs in each country....
Crypto Investors Can Purchase Bankruptcy 'Put Options' to Protect Funds on Binance, Coinbase, Kraken
1.2.2023
Investors can purchase the options to protect their funds on Binance, Coinbase and Kraken for a monthly fee and will receive full payment if the centralized exchanges file for bankruptcy locking up their crypto
Bitcoin bulls plan to flip $23K to support by aiming to win this week’s $1B options expiry
1.2.2023
BTC bulls are positioned to win this week’s $1 billion options expiry, but the market's post-FOMC reaction could alter their plans
Bitcoin Blasts Through $23.5K as Powell Speaks Following Fed Rate Hike
1.2.2023
The U.S. central bank earlier Wednesday lifted its benchmark interest rate 25 basis points
Federal Reserve Raises Benchmark Interest Rate by 0.25%, Disinflationary Process ‘Early,’ Says Powell
1.2.2023
The U.S. Federal Reserve raised its benchmark federal funds rate by 0.25% on Wednesday after markets priced in near 100% certainty the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) would codify the quarter-point increase. The FOMC statement further detailed that ongoing rate increases are anticipated...
Following APT’s 400% Rise Since Late December, Aptos Drops 20% From All-Time High
1.2.2023
On Jan. 26, 2023, the cryptocurrency asset aptos (APT) reached an all-time high and then lost 20% of its value over the next five days. In the past 24 hours, it also shed 8.3% against the U.S. dollar. Despite the decline from its all-time high, APT is still up 349% compared to last month’s...
Price analysis 2/1: BTC, ETH, BNB, XRP, ADA, DOGE, MATIC, DOT, LTC, AVAX
1.2.2023
Crypto traders are waiting for the result of today's FOMC and it’s possible that the recent downside could reverse course if Powell’s statements hint at an improving U.S economy
Decentralized Exchange Dexalot Starts a Hybrid DeFi Subnet
1.2.2023
Dexalot’s users will be able to deposit and withdraw assets via its app on the Avalanche C-chain, and then trade on the Dexalot subnet
Bitcoin Little-Changed on Soft Economic Data Ahead of Fed Meeting
1.2.2023
Wednesday morning's ADP jobs and ISM manufacturing reports both came in weaker than expected
Crypto Assets Under Management Surge 36.7% in January as Markets Recover, But Grayscale Situation Remains “Delicate”
1.2.2023
Read More: Crypto Assets Under Management Surge 36.7% in January as Markets Recover, But Grayscale Situation Remains “Delicate”
First Mover Americas: Bankrupt With $1.4B Cash
1.2.2023
The latest price moves in bitcoin (BTC) and crypto markets in context for Feb. 1, 2023. First Mover is CoinDesk’s daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets
Bitcoin, Ethereum Technical Analysis: ETH, BTC Marginally Higher Ahead of FOMC Meeting Results
1.2.2023
Ethereum was marginally higher on Feb. 1, as markets prepare for the upcoming Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting results. Many are expecting that the U.S. Federal Reserve will increase rates by 25 basis points, taking current rates to 4.75%. Bitcoin was in the green on Wednesday,...
Bitcoin and Hang Seng's Stalled Rally Might Mean Wider De-Risking Ahead, TradFi Firm Says
1.2.2023
Failures in BTC and Hang Seng are technical warnings signs that these early 2022 halcyon vibes may not last all year, one observer said
ARK Invest Maintains Prediction That Bitcoin Prices Will hit $1M by 2030
1.2.2023
A new report by Cathie Wood’s growth-focused fund outlines how bitcoin continues to outperform every other major asset class