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Bitcoin Runes protocol sees sharp decline in popularity
18.7.2024
The Bitcoin Runes protocol initially dominated daily transactions post-launch but is now seeing a decline, with BTC reclaiming its network dominance
Indian crypto exchange falls victim to $235M hack
18.7.2024
WazirX’s Safe Multisig wallet on Ethereum was compromised, with funds moved and converted to Ether
Bitcoin self-custody comes to the masses with new ‘crypto ring’
17.7.2024
Tangem's hardware wallet is now being designed as a ring to encourage daily cryptocurrency transactions and boost the adoption of self-custody
Bitcoin self-custody comes to the masses with new ‘crypto ring’
17.7.2024
Tangem's hardware wallet is now being designed as a ring to encourage daily cryptocurrency transactions and boost the adoption of self-custody
Degen Chain user loses 90% funds during bridge transfer
17.7.2024
A bug on Degen Chain’s service providers leads to significant user fund loss, sparking criticism on the layer 3 ecosystem
Degen Chain user loses 90% funds during bridge transfer
17.7.2024
A bug on Degen Chain’s service providers leads to significant user fund loss, sparking criticism on the layer 3 ecosystem
EU Stripe clients now have crypto purchasing power: Report
16.7.2024
Stripe has expanded its cryptocurrency integration in the European market, allowing EU clients to purchase cryptocurrencies using their credit or debit cards
Visa and Wirex Partner to Bring Seamless Crypto Payments to Millions of Merchants Globally
16.7.2024
Wirex and Visa have partnered to launch Wirex Pay, aiming to bring seamless crypto payments to millions of merchants worldwide, enhancing accessibility and convenience. “This partnership is set to revolutionize the way we use digital assets,” said Wirex Pay, emphasizing that Wirex...
Average Onchain Bitcoin Fees Drop Below $2, Lowest in Over 250 Days
14.7.2024
Since July 1, the average transaction fee on the Bitcoin blockchain has remained below $2, with current onchain fees at 15.5 satoshis per virtual byte (sat/vB), translating to $1.54 per transfer. Bitcoin Fees Hit 10-Month Low Onchain Bitcoin fees have fallen to levels not seen since October 2023...
Institutional Liquidity Providers and OTC Desks Absorbed 88% of Germany’s Bitcoin Sales
14.7.2024
Institutional liquidity providers, market makers, and over-the-counter (OTC) trading desks, regardless of the term you choose, have taken in most of Germany’s bitcoin since sales began in June 2024. Data reveals that only a small amount of BTC was moved to centralized crypto exchanges like...
Chainalysis: $100 Billion in Illicit Crypto Funds Traced Since 2019
13.7.2024
Crypto analytics firm Chainalysis has previewed an in-depth report on money laundering within the crypto space, providing insights into tracing illicit funds and advanced identification techniques. The firm discovered that since 2019, nearly $100 billion has been transferred from known illicit...
Dormant 2013 Bitcoin Wallet Springs to Life, Moving Millions Amid Bearish Market
10.7.2024
On July 9, 2024, a dormant bitcoin wallet transferred 149 BTC at block height 851,440 while bitcoin (BTC) was trading just below $58,000. The wallet, created on Nov. 20, 2013, had remained inactive for over ten years and seven months. At that time, bitcoin was valued at $644 per coin, making...
Moonpay Partners With Mesh to Enhance Crypto Accessibility
9.7.2024
Moonpay has announced a new partnership with Mesh, aimed at simplifying the process of depositing and transferring crypto assets from centralized exchanges. This collaboration seeks to enhance liquidity and accessibility for users across the crypto industry. Moonpay and Mesh Partner to Expand...
OTC Markets Gain Favor Amid Government Bitcoin Transactions
9.7.2024
In recent events, Germany has been directly involved in purchasing and selling large volumes of Bitcoin in the market. At the beginning of their activities, they preferred exchange transactions, whereas, at present, there is a tendency towards OTC operations. This action is consistent with their...
Worldcoin invites devs to build ahead of mainnet launch in 2024
9.7.2024
With the World Chain developer preview, devs can deploy infrastructure on a “gated mainnet,” as World Chain is skipping a testnet
Dubai Border Protection Agency Launches Blockchain Platform to Boost Efficiency
9.7.2024
Dubai’s border protection agency announced the launch of a secure and efficient blockchain network, which is expected to improve efficiency and transparency within the United Arab Emirates city. The blockchain platform will also strengthen Dubai’s position as a hub for entrepreneurship and global...
South Korea Launches Continuous Monitoring for Crypto Transactions
8.7.2024
South Korea’s Financial Supervisory Service (FSS) will introduce a continuous monitoring system on July 19 to track suspicious cryptocurrency transactions. Developed with local digital asset exchanges, this system aligns with the country’s Virtual Asset User Protection Act, which aims...
NFT Sales Rise 8% Higher Amid Broader Crypto Market Downturn
6.7.2024
Over the past week, non-fungible token (NFT) sales have increased despite the significant decline in the broader crypto market. Approximately $109 million in NFT sales were recorded, marking an 8.1% rise from the previous week. NFT Transactions Surge 45.57% as Weekly Sales Hit $109M NFT sales...
Nigerian central bank alleges unauthorized transactions by Binance
6.7.2024
In a Nigerian court on Friday, July 5, Binance's illegal operations were highlighted, with Central Bank official testifying on lack of necessary licenses and regulatory approval
Germany’s BTC Wallet Sees Inflows, Mt Gox Moves Billions, US Gov Transfers $13.6M Unnoticed
5.7.2024
Approximately 14 hours ago, the German government sold roughly $175 million worth of bitcoin, reducing its holdings to about 40,359 BTC. However, recent activity has increased the total back to 41,226 BTC. German Bitcoin Divestment Followed by Inflows From Major Exchanges This movement, along with...