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Bitcoin Set to End the Year with a Bang With Biggest Monthly Gain Since May 2019
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Bitcoin Set to End the Year with a Bang With Biggest Monthly Gain Since May 2019

Bitcoin is on track for its biggest monthly gain since May 2019.

The Rise of Crypto: Why Your Website Should Accept Crypto Payments
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The Rise of Crypto: Why Your Website Should Accept Crypto Payments

Cryptocurrencies are transforming e-commerce, offering cost-effective alternatives to traditional banking, trustless transactions, and blockchain technology for businesses to protect their financial operations and stay competitive.

16.4% of Total Bitcoin Supply Back to Profitability as Daily BTC Addresses Edge Closer to the 1M Mark
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16.4% of Total Bitcoin Supply Back to Profitability as Daily BTC Addresses Edge Closer to the 1M Mark

16.4% of total BTC supply is back to profits, which indicates that approximately 3.08M BTC were last spent, and thus have an on-chain costs basis in this price range.

Israeli Securities Regulator Seeks Crypto Legal Framework
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Israeli Securities Regulator Seeks Crypto Legal Framework

ISA proposes digital asset regulation. Over 150 firms operate in Israel, and more investors are exposed to digital assets. Over the years, the authority has formed many committees to control cryptocurrency supply and encourage digital markets. It also requires digital asset issuers to publish a prospectus-like document before issuance or trade. After Israel's top economist urged for a more comprehensive regulatory framework to align trading platforms and crypto issuers.

The Bank for International Settlements
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The Bank for International Settlements

Industry executives and authorities have raised worries about crypto market structure after the 2022 meltdown.

Jim Rogers Predicts Economic Bailout Meltdown, Wall Street Investors will turn to Bitcoin Safe Haven
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Jim Rogers Predicts Economic Bailout Meltdown, Wall Street Investors will turn to Bitcoin Safe Haven

Chairman of Roger Holdings and prolific American investor Jim Rogers warns that the trillion-dollar bailout will lead to an economic meltdown.

Why 74% of Chinese Crypto Miners Are Having Difficulty Paying Their Electricity Bills
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Why 74% of Chinese Crypto Miners Are Having Difficulty Paying Their Electricity Bills

Crackdown on money laundering and fraud in the Chinese crypto space has seen cryptocurrency miners pay the price, as cards linked to crypto have been frozen.

Switzerland to Freeze Crypto Assets Linked to Russians
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Switzerland to Freeze Crypto Assets Linked to Russians

Switzerland will join the UK, the US, and western allies in strengthening sanctions against Russia after its invasion of Ukraine.

Burnt Ether Tops 1 Million ETH as Non-Zero Ethereum Addresses Break the Record
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Burnt Ether Tops 1 Million ETH as Non-Zero Ethereum Addresses Break the Record

Ethereum has been making notable strides in terms of burnt Ether after crossing the 1 million ETH mark.

Unstoppable Domains Partners with Fantom to Make Crypto Transactions Easier
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Unstoppable Domains Partners with Fantom to Make Crypto Transactions Easier

To eliminate the pain points associated with crypto like misunderstanding, trepidation, and fear, Unstoppable Domains has collaborated with Fantom to make transactions simpler and easier.

We Have Sufficient Evidence to Identify Actors Behind Massive Hack on Crypto Exchange, says KuCoin CEO
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We Have Sufficient Evidence to Identify Actors Behind Massive Hack on Crypto Exchange, says KuCoin CEO

KuCoin CEO has announced that they have found sufficient evidence to identify the criminals behind the massive $280 million hack on the crypto exchange.

Senate Banking Committee to Develop Bipartisan Regulatory Framework for Cryptocurrencies
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Senate Banking Committee to Develop Bipartisan Regulatory Framework for Cryptocurrencies

The Senate Banking Committee, led by Sherrod Brown and Tim Scott, may regulate crypto in the upcoming Congress.

Data Shows US Economy Shrinks Amid Recession while Crypto Surges in Bearish Rally
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Data Shows US Economy Shrinks Amid Recession while Crypto Surges in Bearish Rally

According to the New York Empire State Index, a weakening of the U.S economy is worrying manufacturers. Meanwhile, Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies are seeing a rally in their movements.

PrimeXBT: A Comprehensive Review of the Multi-Asset Trading Platform
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PrimeXBT: A Comprehensive Review of the Multi-Asset Trading Platform

PrimeXBT is a 2018-founded platform offering trading services for cryptocurrencies, forex, commodities, and stock indices. It offers high leverage options, advanced charting tools, and copy trading functionality. Despite competitive fees, 24/7 customer support, and a mobile app, it lacks regulatory oversight and has limited fiat currency options for deposits and withdrawals. It caters to both novice and experienced traders.

The Number of Ethereum Transfers Hit a Monthly Low
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The Number of Ethereum Transfers Hit a Monthly Low

The number of Ethereum (ETH) transfers has dwindled hitting a 1-month low of 24,471.607, as acknowledged by on-chain metrics provider Glassnode.

Ethereum’s Perpetual Swaps Open Interest Tops $8B for the First Time Since May
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Ethereum’s Perpetual Swaps Open Interest Tops $8B for the First Time Since May

Ethereum’s open interest continues to be correlated with its price, as acknowledged by data analytic firm IntoTheBlock.

Crypto Price Index Predicted to Revolutionize the Cryptocurrency Market
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Crypto Price Index Predicted to Revolutionize the Cryptocurrency Market

The Crypto Price Index (CPI) is touted to be an ideal crypto market indicator which will include over 200 of the top traded cryptocurrencies based on market capitalization. Expressly, it is expected to function like the Dow Jones Industrial Average by offering insights about the trading history of the major blockchain projects.

G20 Discusses Crypto Regulations Under India Presidency
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G20 Discusses Crypto Regulations Under India Presidency

G20 members reviewed technological advancements and dangers during the FMCBG conference on Feb. 24–25.

Bitcoin Lightning Network Capacity Breaches 3,000 BTC for the First Time
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Bitcoin Lightning Network Capacity Breaches 3,000 BTC for the First Time

The Bitcoin Lightning Network has been seeing an uptick in activity because it crossed the 3,000 BTC capacity for the first time.

Public feedback on the SFC's proposed cryptocurrency exchange licensing regime
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Public feedback on the SFC's proposed cryptocurrency exchange licensing regime

Hong Kong's Securities and Futures Commission seeks public input on bitcoin exchange registration.

Crypto ATM Market Expected to Hit $1.88B by 2028 with CAGR of 59.2%
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Crypto ATM Market Expected to Hit $1.88B by 2028 with CAGR of 59.2%

The crypto ATM market is anticipated to reach $1.88 billion by 2028, according to a report by US-based consulting firm Grand View Research Inc.

Circle CEO Tells US Treasury Department to Provide a "Meaningful Safe Harbor" for the Crypto Industry
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Circle CEO Tells US Treasury Department to Provide a "Meaningful Safe Harbor" for the Crypto Industry

Circle CEO wants the US Treasury Department to provide improved regulation that can offer a “meaningful safe harbor” for players within the cryptocurrency.

WorldCoinIndex, CoinGecko, LiveCoinWatch: Who Will Become the Biggest Threat to CoinMarketCap?
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WorldCoinIndex, CoinGecko, LiveCoinWatch: Who Will Become the Biggest Threat to CoinMarketCap?

Since its inception in 2013, CoinMarketCap has been widely regarded as the leading provider in cryptocurrency pricing and trading data. However, its dominance came into question following the emergence of crypto data sites such as CoinGecko, WorldCoinIndex and LiveCoinWatch. Who is the biggest threat of CoinMarketCap?

Bitcoin Supply is Moving to Strong Hands amid BTC On-Chain Analysis Going Mainstream
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Bitcoin Supply is Moving to Strong Hands amid BTC On-Chain Analysis Going Mainstream

The current Bitcoin correction has not dampened the spirits of strong hands, investors who hold for future purposes because they are accumulating more coins.

Venezuela’s Main Airport to Accept Cryptos as Payment for Flight Tickets & Services
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Venezuela’s Main Airport to Accept Cryptos as Payment for Flight Tickets & Services

Freddy Borges, a director at Simon Bolivar International Airport, said that the airport would accept Dash, Petro alongside Bitcoin for ticket purchases and for other flight services.

49% of Americans are Aware of NFTs: Pew Research Center
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49% of Americans are Aware of NFTs: Pew Research Center

Nearly half of Americans have shown awareness of non-fungible tokens (NFTs), according to a survey by Washington-based think tank Pew Research Center.

Binance Gets the Green Light to Operate in Bahrain
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Binance Gets the Green Light to Operate in Bahrain

Binance makes a new milestone after being granted a crypto-asset service provider license approved by the Central Bank of Bahrain (CBB).

Nepal to Shut Down Crypto Trading Mediums
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Nepal to Shut Down Crypto Trading Mediums

The crypto industry in Nepal is about to witness further setbacks as the government has started to ban trading mediums for digital assets.

Bank of Japan to Launch CBDC Proof-of-Concept in 2021
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Bank of Japan to Launch CBDC Proof-of-Concept in 2021

The Bank of Japan (BOJ) has revealed its plan to kick start an early proof-of-concept on the issuance of its central bank digital currency (CBDC) next year.

Ethereum Settled Transactions Worth $1.5 Trillion in Q1 of 2021
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Ethereum Settled Transactions Worth $1.5 Trillion in Q1 of 2021

The Ethereum network settled more transactions in the first quarter of 2021 than it did in 2020.

1inch Network Launches New Hardware Wallet
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1inch Network Launches New Hardware Wallet

1inch is the newest hardware wallet supplier for cryptocurrency. The 1inch Hardware Wallet's 2.7-inch E-Ink grayscale touch panel and stainless-steel frame mimic the iPhone 13.

Bitcoin Transaction Fees as a Percentage of Total Miner Revenues Hit Lowest Point Since June 2020
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Bitcoin Transaction Fees as a Percentage of Total Miner Revenues Hit Lowest Point Since June 2020

BTC transaction fees have plunged based on the ongoing Chinese crackdown on Bitcoin mining facilities.

Uniswap allows debit and credit card purchases of cryptocurrencies.
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Uniswap allows debit and credit card purchases of cryptocurrencies.

Moonpay, a fintech business, and Uniswap, a company that trades in digital currency, have formed a partnership that will enable users of Uniswap's web app to purchase cryptocurrencies using debit cards, credit cards, or bank transfers. Purchases of cryptocurrencies will also be possible to be made through bank transfers for users of the decentralized exchange. Users in most states in the United States, Brazil, the United Kingdom, and the Single Euro Payments Area will soon have access to the bank transfer option (SEPA).

Interview with Noble Gold Investments CEO: Gold as Hedge Tool against Inflation?
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Interview with Noble Gold Investments CEO: Gold as Hedge Tool against Inflation?

Exclusive: Blockchain.News recently had a conversation with Collin Plume, the President and CEO of Noble Gold Investments, regarding whether gold could be a safe haven investment that investors should rely on during turmoil times.

Bitcoin Transferred $98,769 of Value for Just $1 in Fees Last Month, Analyst Says
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Bitcoin Transferred $98,769 of Value for Just $1 in Fees Last Month, Analyst Says

Despite the consolidation happening in the Bitcoin market, the leading cryptocurrency has emerged as an efficient settlement network based on the low fees charged.

Binance Has Enabled Iranians Transact $8 Billion Despite Sanctions
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Binance Has Enabled Iranians Transact $8 Billion Despite Sanctions

Since 2018, crypto exchange Binance has carried out Iranian transactions worth $8 billion despite being slapped with U.S. sanctions

Bitcoin, Ether and Other Top Cryptos See Minor Market Recovery
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Bitcoin, Ether and Other Top Cryptos See Minor Market Recovery

Top cryptocurrencies have made some slight new highs in the midst of the market crash.

New South Wales Treasury Proposes Flexible Regulatory Reform For Blockchain
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New South Wales Treasury Proposes Flexible Regulatory Reform For Blockchain

Australia’s New South Wales is proposing a flexible regulatory reform to accommodate the thriving blockchain and cryptocurrency ecosystem

Bitcoin’s Long-Term Fundamentals Remain Strong
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Bitcoin’s Long-Term Fundamentals Remain Strong

Despite the bearish momentum in the Bitcoin market, long-term fundamentals are in the green because coins are moving from weak hands to strong ones.

Ethereum Whales Continue Ramping up, Despite Price Slip Below $4,000
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Ethereum Whales Continue Ramping up, Despite Price Slip Below $4,000

Active whales in Ethereum (ETH) have taken advantage of the retracement happening in the market by accumulating more coins.

Almost $98 Billion Evaporated in the Crypto Space Triggered by a Big Sell-Off in the Global Stock Market
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Almost $98 Billion Evaporated in the Crypto Space Triggered by a Big Sell-Off in the Global Stock Market

About $98 billion has been evaporated in the crypto market as Bitcoin sinks below $30K for the second time since mid-May.

Binance Seeks Reentry to Japanese Market
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Binance Seeks Reentry to Japanese Market

Japan’s easing crypto approach attracts crypto exchange Binance to ask for reentry to this island nation after failing to do so four years ago due to stringent measures.

El Salvador Buys the Dip for another 150 Bitcoins
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El Salvador Buys the Dip for another 150 Bitcoins

Despite missing the bottom by seven minutes, President Nayib Bukele of El Salvador announced that the Central American nation still bought 150 new Bitcoins at the $48K level.

BitMEX’s Daily Spot Exchange Trade Volume Hits $24m Record High
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BitMEX’s Daily Spot Exchange Trade Volume Hits $24m Record High

Less than 10 days after launching the spot trading option, crypto exchange platform BitMEX reached a new milestone by hitting a daily trade volume of $24 million.

VanEck's Insights on Digital Assets: Market Observations and Analysis
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VanEck's Insights on Digital Assets: Market Observations and Analysis

VanEck's Head of Digital Assets Research, Matthew Sigel, shares market insights and analysis on cryptocurrencies and digital asset technologies.

Bitcoins' Circulation and Address Remain Underwhelming
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Bitcoins' Circulation and Address Remain Underwhelming

Bitcoin isn't getting a ton of utility to kick off January, as its circulation and active address are remaining underwhelming.o

US Treasury Department Warns Regulators of Potential Risks of Digital Assets
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US Treasury Department Warns Regulators of Potential Risks of Digital Assets

The Financial Stability Oversight Council (FSOC) of the US Treasury Department has released its annual report with a crucial warning of digital assets disruption.

USDC Issuer Circle Secures $400M Funding from Fidelity and BlackRock
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USDC Issuer Circle Secures $400M Funding from Fidelity and BlackRock

Circle, the company behind USD Coin (USDC), has bagged funding worth $400 million from different players, including Fidelity Management, BlackRock Inc, and Research LLC, signalling traditional finance interest in the crypto space.

Bitcoin Needs to Sustain the Level Around $32.2-33K as Support to Strengthen an Upward Momentum, says Market Analyst
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Bitcoin Needs to Sustain the Level Around $32.2-33K as Support to Strengthen an Upward Momentum, says Market Analyst

Market analysts believe that the renewed upward momentum in the BTC market will sustain if the range between $32.2 and $33K got support.

Crypto and NFT Communities Respond to Turkish Earthquake Relief Efforts
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Crypto and NFT Communities Respond to Turkish Earthquake Relief Efforts

Many firms in the field have donated funding, on-the-ground help, and even future NFT charity efforts.

Coinbase Launches Crypto Card Connecting with Apple Pay & Google Pay
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Coinbase Launches Crypto Card Connecting with Apple Pay & Google Pay

A select group of Coinbase customers can now utilize the firms crypto debit cards to make purchases while earning rebates.

Bitcoin Whales Are Accumulating Behind The Scenes Adding 50,000 BTC to Their Wallets
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Bitcoin Whales Are Accumulating Behind The Scenes Adding 50,000 BTC to Their Wallets

Another shocking tweet by Tesla CEO Elon Musk lead to Bitcoin (BTC) plunged by more than 5% after touching the $40,000 level.

Despite the attacker borrowing 100 million BEUR
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Despite the attacker borrowing 100 million BEUR

Damage estimates were $120 million.

At Least 16% of Americans Have Invested in Crypto: Pew Research Center
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At Least 16% of Americans Have Invested in Crypto: Pew Research Center

A recent survey from the Pew Research Center has drawn an insight into the popularity of emerging digital currencies amongst Americans. At least 16% of respondents say they have invested in crypto.

Luxury Car Purchases by Crypto Doubled to $12m in 2021, Says AutoCoinCars Executive
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Luxury Car Purchases by Crypto Doubled to $12m in 2021, Says AutoCoinCars Executive

The number of customers worldwide using cryptocurrencies to buy vehicles has significantly increased. An executive of AutoCoinCars has seen sales on its platform double to $12 million in 2021.

117 Smuggled Crypto Mining Machines Seized by Iranian Police
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117 Smuggled Crypto Mining Machines Seized by Iranian Police

The Iranian provincial police had apprehended an individual who was said to be smuggling in cryptocurrency mining machines. This was reported by the local news agency Fars News, on July 31.

Ethereum Total Liquidity in DeFi Protocols Climbs to $90.7B, Despite Price Slip
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Ethereum Total Liquidity in DeFi Protocols Climbs to $90.7B, Despite Price Slip

The dominance of Ethereum in the DeFi ecosystem continues to gain steam because total value locked (TVL) in this space surged by 14.43% to hit $90.7 billion.

U.S. National Republican Congressional Committee To Accept Crypto Donations Through Bitpay
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U.S. National Republican Congressional Committee To Accept Crypto Donations Through Bitpay

U.S. National Republican Congressional Committee (NRCC) is changing its strategy to accept crypto donations through Bitpay.

Ethereum Whale Transactions Ballooned to Levels Since January 2018
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Ethereum Whale Transactions Ballooned to Levels Since January 2018

On-chain metrics provider Santiment acknowledged that ETH whale transactions went through the roof in the past week.

Coinbase ($COIN) Begins Trading on Nasdaq, Marking a Historic Moment for Crypto
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Coinbase ($COIN) Begins Trading on Nasdaq, Marking a Historic Moment for Crypto

Coinbase officially started trading its stock on the Nasdaq US Stock Exchange on Wednesday, April 14.

Bitcoin Lost Over $500 Billion in Market Capitalization With the Latest Correction
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Bitcoin Lost Over $500 Billion in Market Capitalization With the Latest Correction

The downtrend witnessed in the Bitcoin market has caused the top cryptocurrency to shed more than $500 billion in market cap.

Bitcoin Hashrate Resumes More Than Doubles Amid BTC Being up by More Than 441% since the Halving
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Bitcoin Hashrate Resumes More Than Doubles Amid BTC Being up by More Than 441% since the Halving

Bitcoin’s hashrate has been on the right footing because it has resumed more than doubled after falling by 50% amid intensified crypto mining crackdowns by Chinese authorities.

Crypto Needs a Balanced Approach for an Enhanced Global Outreach, PayBito CEO Says
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Crypto Needs a Balanced Approach for an Enhanced Global Outreach, PayBito CEO Says

For crypto’s full potential to be harnessed, striking a balance between divergent patterns and enhancing diversity at all levels is needed, according to Raj Chowdhury, the CEO of crypto trading platform PayBito.

Bitcoin Needs to Hold Above $55,000 for It to Test New Highs, says Market Analyst
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Bitcoin Needs to Hold Above $55,000 for It to Test New Highs, says Market Analyst

Market analyst and trader Michael van de Poppe has disclosed that BTC needs to hold above the $55K price level if it is to rally higher.

The Sale of Perth Glory FC Seems Dead in the Water Based on the Crypto Firm’s Dark Past
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The Sale of Perth Glory FC Seems Dead in the Water Based on the Crypto Firm’s Dark Past

The proposed sale of Perth Glory FC, an Australian soccer club, has been thrown into disarray following allegations that the potential buyers have an ongoing fraudulent misrepresentation case in the UK High Court. The claims point out that London Football Exchange (LFE), a London-based cryptocurrency company, and its owner Jim Aylward were facing a $2.2 million USD lawsuit brought forth by a Turkmenistan oil trader.

Sky-High Transaction Fees are Driving NFT Users Away from Ethereum, says JPMorgan
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Sky-High Transaction Fees are Driving NFT Users Away from Ethereum, says JPMorgan

A decreased return in Ethereum's NFT market share is attributed to congestion and high gas fees.

Dogecoin: Not All Cryptos Are Created Equal
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Dogecoin: Not All Cryptos Are Created Equal

What do Elon Musk, Snoop Dogg, and Gene Simmons have in common? They've all come out as proponents of Dogecoin, the one-time joke cryptocurrency. While Doge might be spiking, it's important to remember that no all cryptos are created equal.

President Trump Instructed Clamp Down on Bitcoin, Alleges Former National Security Advisor
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President Trump Instructed Clamp Down on Bitcoin, Alleges Former National Security Advisor

John Bolton, a former national security advisor in the Trump administration, has purported that the US president ordered Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin to crack down on Bitcoin in mid-2018.

NY Fed's digital currency Test Reveals Feasibility
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NY Fed's digital currency Test Reveals Feasibility

The Innovation Center of the Federal Reserve Bank of New York (NYIC) has successfully completed its proof-of-concept of a regulated liability network (RLN), which was carried out in collaboration with nine significant financial institutions and the Swift network.

Ethereum is Set to Become Deflationary after the London Hardfork Went Live
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Ethereum is Set to Become Deflationary after the London Hardfork Went Live

Ethereum is expected to become deflationary, given that its value is anticipated to continue increasing with time on the foundation of slashed supply prompted by the London Hardfork or EIP 1559 upgrade.

Binance Rolls Out Crypto Education Tour in 5 French-Speaking African Nations
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Binance Rolls Out Crypto Education Tour in 5 French-Speaking African Nations

To propel blockchain adoption and financial accessibility on African soil, crypto exchange Binance has launched a crypto education tour in five french-speaking countries.

South Korea Passes Comprehensive Law Officially Legalizing Cryptocurrency Trading And Holding
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South Korea Passes Comprehensive Law Officially Legalizing Cryptocurrency Trading And Holding

A day after India’s Supreme Court lifted the ban on cryptocurrencies, South Korea has followed in their footsteps as the nation’s National Assembly has amended the Act on Reporting and Use of Specific Financial Information. This move fully legalizes cryptocurrencies in South Korea.

SoftBank CEO Does Not Understand Bitcoin Despite $200 Million Investment in BTC
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SoftBank CEO Does Not Understand Bitcoin Despite $200 Million Investment in BTC

After investing about $200 million in Bitcoin, SoftBank's CEO, Masayoshi Son reveals he does not understand Bitcoin.

China’s Crypto Mining Clampdown Sparked by Illegal Coal Extraction
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China’s Crypto Mining Clampdown Sparked by Illegal Coal Extraction

China’s latest crackdown on cryptocurrency mining was prompted by an increase in the illegal coal extraction.

Mike Novogratz Believes Bitcoin Will Solidify Bill Gates' GOAT Status
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Mike Novogratz Believes Bitcoin Will Solidify Bill Gates' GOAT Status

Galaxy Digital founder and CEO Mike Novogratz believes Bill Gates could gain and solidify his status if he owned Bitcoin.

Florida Governor Reveals Plan to Permit Crypto Tax Payments
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Florida Governor Reveals Plan to Permit Crypto Tax Payments

Speaking at a press conference, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis disclosed plans to roll out a cryptocurrency payment option for businesses remitting taxes.

Wyoming lawmakers pass bill prohibiting courts from forcing disclosure of digital asset
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Wyoming lawmakers pass bill prohibiting courts from forcing disclosure of digital asset

Wyoming, a crypto-friendly state, enacted a measure banning private key disclosure. If Governor Mark Gordon approves, it will take effect July 1.

Bitcoin Hashrate Has Almost Completely Recovered after Dropped by 93%
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Bitcoin Hashrate Has Almost Completely Recovered after Dropped by 93%

Bitcoin miners have been on the right footing after relocating other areas like the United States, Kazakhstan, and Iraq because the hashrate has nearly fully recovered based on a 93% surge.

Bitcoin is Now Worth More Than Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway with a Market Value of $540 Billion
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Bitcoin is Now Worth More Than Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway with a Market Value of $540 Billion

The price surge past $29,000 has made BTC worth more valuable than Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway.

Cryptocurrency Has No Inherent Worth, But Creates Trading Opportunities for Businesses, Says Man Group CEO
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Cryptocurrency Has No Inherent Worth, But Creates Trading Opportunities for Businesses, Says Man Group CEO

Luke Ellis, the CEO of Man Group, admitted that cryptocurrencies have no inherent value, but their volatility makes them good trading instruments.

Crowd Sentiment Towards Bitcoin Hit Historic Lows as BTC Addresses in Profit Reach a Monthly Low
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Crowd Sentiment Towards Bitcoin Hit Historic Lows as BTC Addresses in Profit Reach a Monthly Low

On-chain metrics provider Santiment acknowledged that FUD (fear, doubt, and uncertainty) has made crowd sentiment towards BTC sink to historic lows.

Puerto Rico to Become a Prefered Destination for Crypto Investors, Establishing Friendly Taxation and Island Lifestyle
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Puerto Rico to Become a Prefered Destination for Crypto Investors, Establishing Friendly Taxation and Island Lifestyle

Under Act 60 or the Individual Investors Act, non-Puerto Rican residents get exempted from paying capital gains for investments realized, and this is one of the factors attracting crypto investors.

Bitcoin’s Hashrate Edges Closer to the 30-Day Moving Average, Suggesting a Bullish Crossover
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Bitcoin’s Hashrate Edges Closer to the 30-Day Moving Average, Suggesting a Bullish Crossover

Bitcoin miners seem to be on the right footing as the hashrate is on an upward trajectory after nosediving by more than 50%.

Sofi Launches Into Cryptocurrency Trading with Sofi Trading
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Sofi Launches Into Cryptocurrency Trading with Sofi Trading

The existence and relevance of Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies have stirred interest from different businesses across various sectors. This is accompanied by the launch of Sofi's exchange platform which offers to make the process of trading more seamless

Ethereum Breaches $2,500 and Achieves Its Highest Daily Close
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Ethereum Breaches $2,500 and Achieves Its Highest Daily Close

Market analyst Lark Davis has acknowledged that Ethereum has attained the highest daily close ever, topping $2,500, which is bullish.

Bitcoin Transaction Volume Hits a Monthly Low as Consolidation Continues
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Bitcoin Transaction Volume Hits a Monthly Low as Consolidation Continues

Bitcoin has found itself in a consolidation state based on low transaction volume.

Bitcoin Lightning Network Hits ATH, Signalling Heightened Grounds for Adoption
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Bitcoin Lightning Network Hits ATH, Signalling Heightened Grounds for Adoption

The Bitcoin Lightning Network continues going through the roof by making historic highs.

Digital Assets Should be Regulated as Part of Banking Industry: Ex-Regulator
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Digital Assets Should be Regulated as Part of Banking Industry: Ex-Regulator

Financial experts are advocating for digital currency innovation and activities to be subsumed into the banking industry, a move that will let regulators permit their overall growth.

Bitcoin Investors Buying at the Dip Declines, Signaling a Potential Upward Momentum
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Bitcoin Investors Buying at the Dip Declines, Signaling a Potential Upward Momentum

Analysts acknowledged Bitcoin traders were on a go-slow as they were not buying the dip. Still, this doubt and disinterest was a positive sign of an upcoming turnaround.

Honduras Establishes Bitcoin Valley in Santa Lucia to Boost Crypto Opportunities
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Honduras Establishes Bitcoin Valley in Santa Lucia to Boost Crypto Opportunities

Honduras has entered the cryptocurrency trend after launching “Bitcoin Valley” in Santa Lucia meant to spur more opportunities in the digital asset space.

OKEx Delves Deeper Into Indian Crypto Space with CoinDCX Partnership
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OKEx Delves Deeper Into Indian Crypto Space with CoinDCX Partnership

OKEx, a leading Malta-based crypto exchange, has shown its resilience to penetrate the Indian crypto market despite the roaming uncertainties based on its partnership with CoinDCX, the nation’s biggest crypto trading platform.

Crypto Deals Catch the Eye of Bigger Players, Triggering Price Surge
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Crypto Deals Catch the Eye of Bigger Players, Triggering Price Surge

Fundraising by crypto companies has seen a surge in valuations as bigger players are pushing prices upwards.

Ethereum Outperformed Bitcoin Since June Bottom, Up by Nearly 100%
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Ethereum Outperformed Bitcoin Since June Bottom, Up by Nearly 100%

Ethereum (ETH) has scaled heights more than Bitcoin (BTC) since they both hit 2-year lows in June.

Nigeria Tops in Global Crypto Ownership, With Nearly Half of the Population Being Crypto Users or Owners
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Nigeria Tops in Global Crypto Ownership, With Nearly Half of the Population Being Crypto Users or Owners

With cryptocurrencies being one of the technological innovations taking the world by storm, Nigeria takes the lead in terms of crypto ownership, a survey suggests.

Crypto Exchange FTX Expands Business to Africa, Partnering Kenyan Fintech Firm AZA Finance
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Crypto Exchange FTX Expands Business to Africa, Partnering Kenyan Fintech Firm AZA Finance

To expand its global footprint and presence on African soil, top-notch cryptocurrency exchange FTX has partnered with AZA Finance, a Kenyan-based fintech company.

Bybit Partners with Actant to Provide Traders Innovative Crypto Tools
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Bybit Partners with Actant to Provide Traders Innovative Crypto Tools

Singapore-based crypto exchange Bybit has joined hands with Actant, a trading solutions provider by offering new trading tools for traders.

Justin Sun: Tron Network is Holding 3000 Bitcoin
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Justin Sun: Tron Network is Holding 3000 Bitcoin

Tron network, a blockchain-based decentralized operating system, is hosting 3,000 Bitcoin (BTC) configured as BTCTRON, according to its CEO and founder Justin Sun.

Father of two facing the dire prospect of losing his family forever
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Father of two facing the dire prospect of losing his family forever

A two-year bitcoin trading addiction cost a Redditor $180,000 and maybe his wife and family.

Total Value Locked in DeFi on Ethereum Crosses $100 Billion as ETH Address Profitability Clocks 100%
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Total Value Locked in DeFi on Ethereum Crosses $100 Billion as ETH Address Profitability Clocks 100%

The total value locked (TVL) in DeFi on the Ethereum network breached the $100 billion mark as demand continues to soar.

Ethereum staking service Rocket Pool reaches $1 billion in total value
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Ethereum staking service Rocket Pool reaches $1 billion in total value

Decentralized network operators get 7.26% annually.

Despite Interest Rate Hike, Bitcoin is at an Inflection Point - Bloomberg Strategist
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Despite Interest Rate Hike, Bitcoin is at an Inflection Point - Bloomberg Strategist

As Bitcoin continues ranging between the $29K and $30K zone, the leading cryptocurrency’s inflection point is at $30,000, according to Mike McGlone, the senior commodity strategist at Bloomberg Intelligence.

Africa Records the Largest Bitcoin P2P Volume Growth
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Africa Records the Largest Bitcoin P2P Volume Growth

Africa continues to stamp its authority in the crypto space based on the significant Bitcoin peer-to-peer volume growth witnessed in the continent.

Ethereum Breaks Past $2,000 for the First Time as DeFi's Total Revenue Hits $800 Million
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Ethereum Breaks Past $2,000 for the First Time as DeFi's Total Revenue Hits $800 Million

Ethereum (ETH) is on fire as it continues making record-breaking moves. Ether has broken the record by surging past the $2,000 mark across major exchanges.

Bitcoin Futures Perpetual Funding Rate Turns Positive as BTC Balance on Exchanges Slip to a 3-Year Low
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Bitcoin Futures Perpetual Funding Rate Turns Positive as BTC Balance on Exchanges Slip to a 3-Year Low

A surge in Bitcoin's price has been instrumental in flipping BTC futures perpetual funding rate positive.

Jewellery Provider SFLMaven Rolls Out Bitcoin Payments, Eyeing for Metaverse
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Jewellery Provider SFLMaven Rolls Out Bitcoin Payments, Eyeing for Metaverse

SFLMaven, a luxury jewellery and goods provider, has started accepting Bitcoin payments in the real world and the metaverse for high-end vintage jewellery items.

Gemini's Winklevoss Twins Willing to Dive into Facebook's Libra Project
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Gemini's Winklevoss Twins Willing to Dive into Facebook's Libra Project

Winklevoss twins, the Gemini Founders have made a revelation about a possible partnership with Facebook on the Libra Project.

Alex Gladstein Fights Government Corruption
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Alex Gladstein Fights Government Corruption

Human Rights Foundation CSO Alex Gladstein thinks Bitcoin can improve democracy and combat state corruption by restricting government and institutional authority.

Ethereum’s Non-Exchange Whales Record the Highest Tokens in their Custody Since 2016
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Ethereum’s Non-Exchange Whales Record the Highest Tokens in their Custody Since 2016

New data by on-chain metrics provider Santiment reveals that Ethereum’s non-exchange whales are on an accumulation spree as they continue buying more ETH.

Bitcoin’s On-Chain Data Shows a Pattern of Accumulation is in Play
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Bitcoin’s On-Chain Data Shows a Pattern of Accumulation is in Play

The Realized Cap HODL Waves indicator, as availed by Glassnode, illustrates a pattern of accumulation is in play in the BTC market.

Bitcoin’s Institutionalization Increases 4-Fold to Hit Weekly Average of $1.9T
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Bitcoin’s Institutionalization Increases 4-Fold to Hit Weekly Average of $1.9T

Since institutional investments started trickling into the Bitcoin (BTC) network, the leading cryptocurrency has prompted exponential growth.

India’s Central Bank Clears the Air on Cryptocurrencies not Being Outlawed
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India’s Central Bank Clears the Air on Cryptocurrencies not Being Outlawed

India’s central bank, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), has stated that it had not prohibited cryptocurrencies, such as Ethereum and Bitcoin, in the nation as it only highlighted the risks linked to crypto trading to regulated entities like banks.

Top Crypto Assets are in Fear Trajectory, Could this Signal a Bounce?
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Top Crypto Assets are in Fear Trajectory, Could this Signal a Bounce?

The crypto market continues to be in the red based on more liquidation. As a result, the leading cryptocurrencies are in the fear zone.

Purpose Ether ETF Inflowed Surge Past 50,000 ETH
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Purpose Ether ETF Inflowed Surge Past 50,000 ETH

The world’s first Ether Exchange Traded Fund (ETF) by Purpose Investments surpassed 50,000 ETH recently.

Bitcoin Climbs to $40K Despite Fed’s Interest Rate Hike, Is Sell The Rumor Buy The News Playing Out?
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Bitcoin Climbs to $40K Despite Fed’s Interest Rate Hike, Is Sell The Rumor Buy The News Playing Out?

Despite the Federal Reserve (the Fed) increasing interest rates by half a point (0.5%), Bitcoin soared by 6% to reach $40,002.

Top Crypto Firms That Laid Off Staff Recently
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Top Crypto Firms That Laid Off Staff Recently

The crypto industry has witnessed a massive downturn, losing about $2 trillion in value since hitting a peak in November.

Ethereum’s Median Fee Hit a 4-Month Low, while Address Activity Soaring to a 7-Month High
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Ethereum’s Median Fee Hit a 4-Month Low, while Address Activity Soaring to a 7-Month High

Ethereum users have a sigh of relief because median fees have dropped to $5.50 per transaction from highs of $34.18 last month.

Dallas Cowboys Signs Deal with Blockchain.com, Becomes 1st NFL Team to Enter Crypto Space
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Dallas Cowboys Signs Deal with Blockchain.com, Becomes 1st NFL Team to Enter Crypto Space

Dubbed as the first crypto deal in the National Football League (NFL), the Dallas Cowboys have chosen cryptocurrency platform Blockchain.com as its “exclusive digital asset partner.”

Bitcoin is in a Temporary Low, Crypto Whales Buy the Dip
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Bitcoin is in a Temporary Low, Crypto Whales Buy the Dip

Bitcoin is most likely in a temporary low in but BTC whales are taking advantage of the situation by accumulating more coins.

South Dakota Governor Vetoes Bill Excluding Cryptocurrencies from State's Definition of Money
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South Dakota Governor Vetoes Bill Excluding Cryptocurrencies from State's Definition of Money

Governor Kristi Noem of South Dakota has vetoed House Bill 1193, which sought to exclude cryptocurrencies from the state's definition of money. The governor believes that the bill would put South Dakota at a disadvantage and potentially lead to future overreach from the federal government in issuing a digital dollar.

Telecommunications Giant Deutsche Telekom Invests in Blockchain Payments Platform Celo
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Telecommunications Giant Deutsche Telekom Invests in Blockchain Payments Platform Celo

Deutsche Telekom, a German-based telecommunications company, has entered the crypto space by investing in Celo, a San Francisco-based blockchain payment platform that offers crypto on mobile phones.

Casino Trends in 2024: What You Need to Know
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Casino Trends in 2024: What You Need to Know

The US online casino industry is expected to reach $7.8 billion in 2024, driven by instant play casinos, tech innovation, and the potential for collaborations and cryptocurrencies.

Investors Should Brace Themselves and Get Ready for Bitcoin's Second Bull Run, says Crypto Analyst
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Investors Should Brace Themselves and Get Ready for Bitcoin's Second Bull Run, says Crypto Analyst

Crypto analyst Lark Davis believes that the second wave of Bitcoin's bull run is on the verge of beginning after the first wave sent BTC to an ATH of $58,300.

Long-Term Bitcoin Holders are Accumulating Coins After Trimming Their Positions in the Early Bull Run
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Long-Term Bitcoin Holders are Accumulating Coins After Trimming Their Positions in the Early Bull Run

Long-term Bitcoin holders see the present steep plunge as the perfect opportunity to accumulate more coins.

Blockchain.News Presents: State of DeFi Survey
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Blockchain.News Presents: State of DeFi Survey

Blockchain.News State of DeFi Survey

Hong Kong, Singapore Sees Diverging Approaches to Retail Crypto Trading
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Hong Kong, Singapore Sees Diverging Approaches to Retail Crypto Trading

Hong Kong is planning to shift to a friendlier approach towards cryptocurrencies starting next year, according to a Bloomberg report, while neighbouring Singapore is planning to impose fresh restrictions on consumers.

American Fugitive Wanted for $722 Million Crypto Scam Arrested in Indonesia for Child Sex Offenses
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American Fugitive Wanted for $722 Million Crypto Scam Arrested in Indonesia for Child Sex Offenses

An American fraud fugitive wanted by the US Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) for a $722 million cryptocurrency scam has been nabbed in Jakarta, Indonesia, for child sex crimes.

Bitcoin Hodlers are Unwilling to Spend at Lower Prices as Most Coins Remain Untouched
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Bitcoin Hodlers are Unwilling to Spend at Lower Prices as Most Coins Remain Untouched

Despite the bearish momentum experienced in the Bitcoin (BTC) market, long-term hodlers remain steadfast because they are not selling.

Swindlers are Using OTP Bots to Wipe Clean Crypto Accounts
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Swindlers are Using OTP Bots to Wipe Clean Crypto Accounts

Be cautious of fraudsters are becoming sophisticated by the day, with their latest tool being one-time password (OTP) bots used to wipe out cryptocurrency accounts.

US Federal Reserve Raises Interest Rates since 2018: Implications for Crypto
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US Federal Reserve Raises Interest Rates since 2018: Implications for Crypto

The United States Federal Reserve has raised its interest rates by 25 basis points, the first time in about three years it will be making such a move since Dec. 2018. The implications for crypto is considered.

Ethereum Miner Revenue Plunges to a 4-Month Low
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Ethereum Miner Revenue Plunges to a 4-Month Low

Ethereum miner revenue reaches a 4-month low of $1,096,941.17, analysts suggest Ethereum needs to reclaim $2,100 level for reclaiming bulls market.

UK Watchdog Proposes Tougher Advertising Rules
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UK Watchdog Proposes Tougher Advertising Rules

If the UK Government approves the FCA's plan, crypto businesses from abroad may have to meet additional conditions to advertise to UK clients.

Bitcoin Surged for Eight Consecutive Days, a Feat since December 2020
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Bitcoin Surged for Eight Consecutive Days, a Feat since December 2020

Bitcoin has been on an upward trajectory for eight consecutive days, as revealed by crypto analytic firm CryptoCompare.

Second Bitcoin Whale Spotted Holding At Least 100,000 BTC Worth $2.8 Billion
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Second Bitcoin Whale Spotted Holding At Least 100,000 BTC Worth $2.8 Billion

For the first time since June 24th 2020, Bitcoin has a 2nd whale address with 100k+ BTC tokens held, according to on-chain data provider Santiment.

Is Bitcoin Gearing Up for Consolidation Before Triggering a New Bullish Cycle?
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Is Bitcoin Gearing Up for Consolidation Before Triggering a New Bullish Cycle?

With Bitcoin (BTC) hovering around the 200-week moving average (MA), some analysts believe that the top cryptocurrency might be laying grounds for a ranging market that would, later on, prompt a bullish cycle.

Bitcoin Corrects after Hitting ATH at the $66,900 Level, Holders Remain Unfazed
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Bitcoin Corrects after Hitting ATH at the $66,900 Level, Holders Remain Unfazed

Holders remain unperturbed about the current correction in the Bitcoin market if history is to repeat itself.

Cambridge University Partners with 16 Financial Institutions to Develop Crypto Asset Ecosystem
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Cambridge University Partners with 16 Financial Institutions to Develop Crypto Asset Ecosystem

The University of Cambridge has rolled out a multi-year research initiative with 16 key financial institutions like WorldBank, IMF, and MasterCard to shed more light on the rapidly evolving crypto-asset ecosystem.

Bitcoin Whale Holdings Hit a 7-Month High, Despite Retail Investors Panicking
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Bitcoin Whale Holdings Hit a 7-Month High, Despite Retail Investors Panicking

The $38K to $40K zone of Bitocin is proving to be a hard nut to crack in the market. Nevertheless, BTC whales have been accumulating heavily in this area.

Bitcoin Supply on Exchanges Slip to Lows Last Seen in May 2019 Amid the Lightning Network Recording Exponential Growth
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Bitcoin Supply on Exchanges Slip to Lows Last Seen in May 2019 Amid the Lightning Network Recording Exponential Growth

Bitcoin (BTC) supply on crypto exchanges has been nosediving because it hit a 28-month low.

Federal Reserve Chair Powell Sees Interest Rate Hike this Month
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Federal Reserve Chair Powell Sees Interest Rate Hike this Month

Mr. Powell reiterated that the US Federal Reserve is preparing to increase interest rates this month, despite the uncertainty of Ukraine crisis remain.

South Korean Court Apprehends Crypto Assets of “Nth Room” Ringleader
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South Korean Court Apprehends Crypto Assets of “Nth Room” Ringleader

A South Korean court has frozen 15 cryptocurrency wallets belonging to Cho Ju-bin, the orchestrator of the “Nth Rooms” scandal. It came to the limelight following a national outcry following the sexual exploitation of underage girls by Cho Ju-bin and his team who was named and paraded through the Korean streets to face the public in March.

Cryptocurrency exchange Huobi Global is seeking a license in Hong Kong
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Cryptocurrency exchange Huobi Global is seeking a license in Hong Kong

Singapore-based cryptocurrency exchange Huobi is considering expanding into Hong Kong, where regulatory changes are underway.

El Salvador’s Bitcoin Fortune Nosedives with At Least $11M Loss: Bloomberg Analysts
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El Salvador’s Bitcoin Fortune Nosedives with At Least $11M Loss: Bloomberg Analysts

With the crypto market witnessing massive liquidations affecting retail and institutional investors, El Salvador has also been on the receiving end with a loss of more than $11 million, given that it holds at least 1,391 Bitcoin, according to Bloomberg.

Bitcoin Holdings in Public Company Treasuries Exceed 200,000 BTC
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Bitcoin Holdings in Public Company Treasuries Exceed 200,000 BTC

Institutional investors continue to show their confidence in BTC, given that Bitcoin in public company treasuries has surpassed 200,000 BTC.

Binance tightens NFT rules, announces delistings and KYC
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Binance tightens NFT rules, announces delistings and KYC

Binance has tightened NFT listings. Binance will delist NFTs having an average daily trading volume below $1,000 listed before Oct. 2, 2022. After that, NFT artists may only manufacture five digital collectibles every day.

Bitcoin’s Average 30-Day Trader Returns Haven’t Dipped This Low Since Black Thursday
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Bitcoin’s Average 30-Day Trader Returns Haven’t Dipped This Low Since Black Thursday

On-chain metrics provider Santiment revealed that the latest correction in the market has made Bitcoin’s average 30-day trader returns slip to lows not seen since Black Thursday.

The Number of Bitcoin Addresses Holding At Least 1,000 BTC Hit a Monthly Low
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The Number of Bitcoin Addresses Holding At Least 1,000 BTC Hit a Monthly Low

The number of BTC addresses holding more than 1,000 Bitcoins plummeted ``to a1-month low of 2,152.

Blockchain.com Accepts Visa Debit Cards for Crypto Payment
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Blockchain.com Accepts Visa Debit Cards for Crypto Payment

Blockchain.com has launched Visa debit cards to enable users to spend from their crypto balances free of charge, with the opportunity to gain cryptocurrency rewards.

Coinbase's Intention to Sell Blockchain Analytics Software to US Government Watchdogs Created Backlash from Crypto Community
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Coinbase's Intention to Sell Blockchain Analytics Software to US Government Watchdogs Created Backlash from Crypto Community

Leading American cryptocurrency exchange, Coinbase plans to sell its blockchain analytics software called "Coinbase Analytics" to the US Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). This decision is not sinking in well with the crypto community because the software will offer identity attribution for domestic and international cryptocurrency addresses to the US government agencies.

Blender is relaunched as Sinbad
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Blender is relaunched as Sinbad

Elliptic, a crypto risk management organization, hypothesized that Blender renamed to Sinbad to "earn confidence from users" and escape fines.

The Truth Behind Crypto and Online Gambling
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The Truth Behind Crypto and Online Gambling

Internet proliferation has enabled cryptocurrencies to emerge as convenient payment avenues in online gambling as hundreds of betting sites offer this option acting as the icing on the cake in this sector.

Australia’s Finance Minister Warns Crypto are High Risk Assets
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Australia’s Finance Minister Warns Crypto are High Risk Assets

Australia’s Financial Services Minister Jane Hume warned that the cryptocurrencies are volatile and high-risk assets, investors must be aware of risk after the recent massive price correction of the global crypto industry.

Crypto.com Partners with Leading Tax Providers to Simplify Reporting Process
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Crypto.com Partners with Leading Tax Providers to Simplify Reporting Process

Crypto.com, a pioneering payment and cryptocurrency platform, has partnered with three reputable tax providers namely, Token Tax, CryptoTrader Tax, and CoinTracker for simplified tax reporting with the click of a button. This decision was arrived at following requests by the Crypto.com community to be tax compliant.

Ethereum Open Interest Hits All-Time High as 100% of ETH Addresses in Profit
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Ethereum Open Interest Hits All-Time High as 100% of ETH Addresses in Profit

Ethereum open interest hits an all-time-high and 100% of ETH addresses are now in profit.

Bitcoin Still Needs Time to Form a Resilient Bottom, Glassnode Suggests
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Bitcoin Still Needs Time to Form a Resilient Bottom, Glassnode Suggests

A report from Glassnode suggests the Bitcoin (BTC) market still has not touched the bottom, despite capitulation happening.

Crypto Is Going to Make Many People Wealthy, says Market Analyst
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Crypto Is Going to Make Many People Wealthy, says Market Analyst

Market analyst and trader Michael van de Poppe believes that crypto is going to make many people wealthy.

Ethereum’s Address Activity is Growing Again Following the Recent Panic Selloff
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Ethereum’s Address Activity is Growing Again Following the Recent Panic Selloff

On-chain metrics provider Santiment has acknowledged that Ethereum is gaining momentum as address activity in this network is growing again.

MicroStrategy Acquires Extra 13,005 Bitcoins, Owning Over 100,000 BTC
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MicroStrategy Acquires Extra 13,005 Bitcoins, Owning Over 100,000 BTC

MicroStrategy CEO Michael Saylor confirmed the firm acquires additional 13,005 Bitcoins, by spending roughly $489 million in cash at an average price of around $37,617 per bitcoin. The company now owns over 100,000 BTC.

Gemini Exchange Inks Deal with Samsung to Boost Crypto Adoption
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Gemini Exchange Inks Deal with Samsung to Boost Crypto Adoption

Gemini, a leading American crypto exchange, has struck a deal with tech giant Samsung Electronics to bring crypto closer to Samsung Blockchain Wallet users in Canada and the United States. This integration will make users connected to the Gemini mobile app where they can buy, sell and trade cryptocurrencies.

Ethereum Outflows from Exchanges Continue Increasing Amid a Roaming Supply Squeeze
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Ethereum Outflows from Exchanges Continue Increasing Amid a Roaming Supply Squeeze

A holding tendency continues to be illustrated in the Ethereum network based on ETH outflows from crypto exchanges.

Korea's Financial Services Commission Officials Mandated to Declare their Crypto Holdings
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Korea's Financial Services Commission Officials Mandated to Declare their Crypto Holdings

Korea's Financial Services Commission employees are to report their digital currency holdings by May 7, as there have been concerns about insider information.

Solana Takes the Helm as the Most Staked Crypto, Cardano Goes Second
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Solana Takes the Helm as the Most Staked Crypto, Cardano Goes Second

Even if Ethereum takes the lion’s share in DeFi, Solana is the victor when it comes to staking with a value of $78.49 billion.

Large Institutional Transactions Take the Lion’s Share of Bitcoin Volume at 99%
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Large Institutional Transactions Take the Lion’s Share of Bitcoin Volume at 99%

Institutional demand for Bitcoin does not seem to be fading based on the large transactions volume witnessed, according to a report by IntoTheBlock.

Ethereum’s Market Capitalization of $500 Billion Will Need To Double to Flip That of Bitcoin
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Ethereum’s Market Capitalization of $500 Billion Will Need To Double to Flip That of Bitcoin

Ethereum’s remarkable bull run has pushed its market capitalization to the $500 billion level for the first time.

Slow to Incorporate Crypto Regulations Could Fuel Arbitrage Risk: French Central Banker
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Slow to Incorporate Crypto Regulations Could Fuel Arbitrage Risk: French Central Banker

Francois Villeroy de Galhau, the governor of the French Central Bank, has warned of the risks of arbitrage that may be fueled by uneven crypto regulations on the global scale.

New Wave of Green Energy Programs Influence Crypto Mining Sector
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New Wave of Green Energy Programs Influence Crypto Mining Sector

The mass exodus of crypto mining operations out of China based on intensified crackdowns has triggered the urge for sustainable and environmentally friendly mining activities.

Digital Asset Investments Surge to $117 Million
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Digital Asset Investments Surge to $117 Million

Last week, digital asset investment products experienced record inflows and volumes.

As Bitcoin Stares at the Psychological Price of $20,000, Will it Hold?
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As Bitcoin Stares at the Psychological Price of $20,000, Will it Hold?

After months of consolidation between the $28K and $32K zone, a bullish or bearish run was imminent, and Bitcoin (BTC) has taken the latter route.

Crypto Supports Formula 1 Racing in Modern Technology , Says Mercedes Lead
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Crypto Supports Formula 1 Racing in Modern Technology , Says Mercedes Lead

With 8 of the 10 teams in the 2022 Formula 1 (F1) grid featuring at least one crypto sponsor, Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff believes that cryptocurrencies are part of modern technology that cannot be avoided.

Cryptocurrency Industry Nears a $1 Trillion in Value Thanks to Bitcoin and Ethereum
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Cryptocurrency Industry Nears a $1 Trillion in Value Thanks to Bitcoin and Ethereum

The crypto market’s total value is edging closer to the $1 trillion mark thanks to its notable uptrend in recent weeks and the bullish gains of BTC and ETH.

Strong Hands Have Been Pushing Bitcoin Price Steeply Upwards Since Q4 2020, says Crypto Analyst
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Strong Hands Have Been Pushing Bitcoin Price Steeply Upwards Since Q4 2020, says Crypto Analyst

Popular market analyst Willy Woo has revealed that strong hands are the engine behind the current Bitcoin bull run because serious investors have been buying every dip.

Bitcoin Withdrawals from Exchanges Surge to a 17-Month High
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Bitcoin Withdrawals from Exchanges Surge to a 17-Month High

New data from Glassnode reveals that Bitcoin (BTC) withdrawals from crypto exchanges have hit a 17-month high of 2,288.125.

Bitcoin is Showing Great Resilience Considering the Surging 10-Year Treasury Yield
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Bitcoin is Showing Great Resilience Considering the Surging 10-Year Treasury Yield

Crypto analyst and investor Joseph Young has disclosed that BTC is showing considerable resilience despite unfriendly market forces like the surging 10-year treasury yield.

Celsius Network Shares Details of Its Creditor as it Raises Cyber Threat Concerns
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Celsius Network Shares Details of Its Creditor as it Raises Cyber Threat Concerns

Bankrupt cryptocurrency company Celsius Network has disclosed the information of its creditors in a filing recently provided in court, including names, addresses, amount owed, and email addresses amongst others

More Than 1,000 Crypto Deals Sealed for Venture Capital Firms, Worth $17bn in 2022
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More Than 1,000 Crypto Deals Sealed for Venture Capital Firms, Worth $17bn in 2022

Venture Capital (VC) firms continue penetrating the crypto sector, given that they have pumped in $17 billion so far this year.

Bitcoin’s Long Liquidation Dominance Hits an 8-Month High at 69%
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Bitcoin’s Long Liquidation Dominance Hits an 8-Month High at 69%

Having traded below $45,000 for seven days now, Bitcoin (BTC) has been in the red based on significant liquidation.

ING Poll Reflects That Austrians are The Most Skeptical Towards Crypto
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ING Poll Reflects That Austrians are The Most Skeptical Towards Crypto

A giant in Austria had revealed that Austrians are the most skeptical people towards Bitcoins and cryptocurrencies in general.

Bitcoin’s Social and Trading Volumes Hit a 5-Week High as Address Activity Surge to a 3-Week High
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Bitcoin’s Social and Trading Volumes Hit a 5-Week High as Address Activity Surge to a 3-Week High

As Bitcoin (BTC) continues testing the $40K waters, its social and trading volumes are going through the roof, as acknowledged by on-chain metrics provider Santiment.

The Tale of Ethereum’s 6-Year Journey from Lows of $0.4 to Highs of $4650
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The Tale of Ethereum’s 6-Year Journey from Lows of $0.4 to Highs of $4650

ETH has shined so far this quarter because after setting an all-time high (ATH) of $4,400 recently, it soared to new historic highs of $4,650.

China Anhui Province Becomes the Latest Region to Crack the Whip on Crypto Mining
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China Anhui Province Becomes the Latest Region to Crack the Whip on Crypto Mining

Anhui, an eastern Chinese province, has become the latest region to shut down all crypto mining activities, according to local media, citing an acute power shortage.

More Than $40,000 in Bitcoin Donations Towards Tonga, after Catastrophic Volcanic Eruption
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More Than $40,000 in Bitcoin Donations Towards Tonga, after Catastrophic Volcanic Eruption

The Bitcoin community is taking part in a noble cause of helping Tonga recover from a disastrous volcanic eruption that hit the nation on January 15, with more than $40,000 already donated.

ETH Miner Balances Recovering with its Transactions Hitting $2.5 Trillion in Q2 of 2021
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ETH Miner Balances Recovering with its Transactions Hitting $2.5 Trillion in Q2 of 2021

This renewed Ethereum momentum is propelling ETH miner balances on the road to recovery.

WisdomTree cryptocurrency funds lose value in fourth quarter
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WisdomTree cryptocurrency funds lose value in fourth quarter

Despite rising revenues and fund inflows, the $82 billion fund manager posted a fourth-quarter net loss.

Nearly 67% of UAE Residents are Interested in Crypto Investments, Study Shows
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Nearly 67% of UAE Residents are Interested in Crypto Investments, Study Shows

In the next five years, 67% of residents in the UAE will be interested in entering the crypto space, according to a survey by British market research and data analytics firm YouGov.

Bitcoin Needs to Flip $38K-$40K Area, Gaining Sustainable Bullish Momentum
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Bitcoin Needs to Flip $38K-$40K Area, Gaining Sustainable Bullish Momentum

The plan of raising the interest rate proposed by the U.S. Federal Reserve has dented Bitcoin’s upward move because the leading cryptocurrency ranges between the $33K and $38K zone.

Cardano Elbows Ripple to Take 6th Position, Thanks to Heightened Development Activity
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Cardano Elbows Ripple to Take 6th Position, Thanks to Heightened Development Activity

Cardano (ADA) has been scaling the heights because it is now the sixth-largest cryptocurrency after dethroning Ripple (XRP) with a market capitalization of $20.71 billion, according to CoinMarketCap.

CFTC Chair Rostin Behnam Continues Calls for Non-Security Tokens Regulations
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CFTC Chair Rostin Behnam Continues Calls for Non-Security Tokens Regulations

Chair Rostin Behnam said the CFTC was "ideally positioned" to solve crypto regulatory shortcomings, but legislators needed to provide it power.

Crypto is No Longer Men Club as More Female Entering the Space, Study Shows
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Crypto is No Longer Men Club as More Female Entering the Space, Study Shows

A study finds more women are participating and investing in this crypto sector, which men no longer dominate in terms of gender.

Coinbase Becomes the First Crypto Firm to Be Awarded Visa Principal Membership
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Coinbase Becomes the First Crypto Firm to Be Awarded Visa Principal Membership

Coinbase has just announced to have been approved as Visa principal member. The partnership will make it easier for consumers to spend their cryptocurrencies around the world leveraging Visa's global network.

Ethereum Hits Fresh Record High of $3000
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Ethereum Hits Fresh Record High of $3000

Ethereum has hit an all-time high of $3000 for the first time in its history, making it more valuable than PayPal and the Bank of America in terms of market cap.

New Market Entrants Caused the Recent Bitcoin Panic Selling, says Glassnode
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New Market Entrants Caused the Recent Bitcoin Panic Selling, says Glassnode

Yann & Jan, the co-founders of on-chain metrics provider Glassnode, have noted that the recent Bitcoin price drop was triggered by new entrants in the market.

Rehab Centers Add Services for Crypto Trading Addicts
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Rehab Centers Add Services for Crypto Trading Addicts

A posh Spanish rehab institution now treats crypto traders.

Japan to Adopt New Stablecoin Regulations
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Japan to Adopt New Stablecoin Regulations

Japan's Financial Services Agency (FSA) is trying to legalise stablecoin distribution. New 2023 legislation enable stablecoins like Tether (USDT) and USD Coin (USDC).

Germany to Permit Institutional Funds to Invest Billions in Crypto Assets for the First Time
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Germany to Permit Institutional Funds to Invest Billions in Crypto Assets for the First Time

The German administration is set to green-light legislation on Monday, which will permit institutional funds to invest as much as 20% in crypto assets like Bitcoin.

Bitcoin Gains Strong Momentum as It Surpasses the $48K Barrier
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Bitcoin Gains Strong Momentum as It Surpasses the $48K Barrier

BTC has gained its momentum, as acknowledged by crypto analyst Joseph Young because it is up by 6.1% in the last 24 hours to trade at $49,001 at the time of writing,

Bybit CEO clarifies company's exposure to Genesis
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Bybit CEO clarifies company's exposure to Genesis

Bybit CEO confirms $150 million Genesis Global Trading exposure. The crypto community has moved on from FTX's bankruptcy to other loan businesses, some of which are suing parent company Digital Currency Group.

SPAC CFO Sentenced to Prison for Embezzling $5M
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SPAC CFO Sentenced to Prison for Embezzling $5M

Cooper Morgenthau, former CFO of African Gold Acquisition Corporation, was sentenced to three years in prison for embezzling $5 million from three different SPACs. Morgenthau used the embezzled funds to trade cryptocurrencies and meme stocks, losing almost all of the money. He then provided falsified documents to the company’s accountants and raised $4.7 million from private investors based on fraudulent claims. Morgenthau has been ordered to forfeit $5.1 million and pay restitution of the same amount.

North Korea Stole Over $1 Billion in Crypto in 2022
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North Korea Stole Over $1 Billion in Crypto in 2022

According to a UN study, North Korea stole more bitcoin in 2022 than ever before and targeted multinational aerospace and military industries.

Not Just Bitcoin - Ethereum and Altcoins Gain Bullish Momentum
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Not Just Bitcoin - Ethereum and Altcoins Gain Bullish Momentum

Ethereum's record-breaking momentum indicates that investors are increasingly taking an interest to altcoins and that Bitcoin's dominance in the crypto sector has slightly declined.

LocalBitcoins Hits New Milestone, Reaching 200,000 Mobile App Downloads
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LocalBitcoins Hits New Milestone, Reaching 200,000 Mobile App Downloads

LocalBitcoins, the world’s leading P2P Bitcoin marketplace, is scaling the heights because its mobile app available on iOS and Android surpassed 200,000 downloads, with 5 more languages incorporated.

Bitcoin and Ethereum Trading Volumes Go Through the Roof
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Bitcoin and Ethereum Trading Volumes Go Through the Roof

History has been made with $34.8k BTC and $1,090 ETH with both Bitcoin and Ethereum recording new all time highs in trading volume.

76.7% of Bitcoin Supply is Illiquid- What This Means
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76.7% of Bitcoin Supply is Illiquid- What This Means

On-chain analyst William Clemente III noted that Bitcoin price could continue going up in the long term because 76.7% of Bitcoin is illiquid.

Ethereum 2.0 Hits a New Milestone with a Deposit of More Than 9 Million Ether
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Ethereum 2.0 Hits a New Milestone with a Deposit of More Than 9 Million Ether

More investments continue trickling into Ethereum 2.0 because 9.01 million ETH has been staked.

Are Bitcoin Miners Earning Minimum Reward as Hash Price Plunged to Historic Lows?
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Are Bitcoin Miners Earning Minimum Reward as Hash Price Plunged to Historic Lows?

The revenue of Bitcoin miners continues to dwindle, given that the hash price has nosedived to historic lows of $66,500 per Exahash, according to Glassnode.

Crypto Users Stand at 300M, Representing Nearly 3.7% of the Global Population
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Crypto Users Stand at 300M, Representing Nearly 3.7% of the Global Population

Crypto adoption continues to experience an uptick, given that users are currently at the 300 million mark.

The Number of Bitcoin Addresses in Profitability Breaks the Record, Price Inches Closer to ATH of $64,800
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The Number of Bitcoin Addresses in Profitability Breaks the Record, Price Inches Closer to ATH of $64,800

The number of Bitcoin addresses in profit has reached a record high of 37,396,654.839. The market is expecting Bitcoin to break through $64.8K ATH level.

Belgium’s FSMA Blacklists More Crypto Investment Businesses Following Customer Complaints
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Belgium’s FSMA Blacklists More Crypto Investment Businesses Following Customer Complaints

Belgium’s Financial Services and Markets Authority (FSMA), a body mandated with the oversight and regulation of the nation’s financial services sector, has opted to add more crypto investment businesses to its blacklist for fraudulent activities. According to an official announcement, this decision was sparked by new cries aired by customers about cryptocurrency investment offers meant to swindle them.

Crypto is Unable to Solve Modern Moneatry Problems, Says Economics Scholar
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Crypto is Unable to Solve Modern Moneatry Problems, Says Economics Scholar

Hans-Joachim Voth, a Professor of Economics at the University of Zurich, said he has not seen cryptocurrencies able to tackle modern monetary problems.

Litecoin vs Ethereum: The 8 Differences that You Should Know
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Litecoin vs Ethereum: The 8 Differences that You Should Know

Litecoin and Ethereum have proven to be among the most fundamental digital assets in the crypto space. According to the Coin Market Cap, Ethereum is ranked the second most popular cryptocurrency after Bitcoin, whereas Litecoin is ranked seventh. Despite their popularity, their intentions are entirely different. It, therefore, becomes crucial to comprehend their unique aspects.

Unknown Sources Target Crypto Investors with Malicious Computer Programs
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Unknown Sources Target Crypto Investors with Malicious Computer Programs

Since December 2022, MortalKombat ransomware and Laplas Clipper malware threats have been searching the Internet for unsuspecting cryptocurrency investors.

India Chooses to Regulate Crypto, Will Levy 30% Taxes on Income Earned from All Digital Assets
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India Chooses to Regulate Crypto, Will Levy 30% Taxes on Income Earned from All Digital Assets

In a dramatic turn of events, India has decided to regulate cryptocurrencies with a major move introducing crypto taxation on all transactions involving digital assets.

SushiSwap to Redirect Trading Fees to its treasury
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SushiSwap to Redirect Trading Fees to its treasury

SushiSwap will shortly transfer all trade fees to its treasury. 99.85% of voters "clawbacked" 10,936,284 unclaimed SUSHI ($14.8 million) tokens.

Bank of Israel Has Conducted Digital Currency Shekel Crypto Testing
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Bank of Israel Has Conducted Digital Currency Shekel Crypto Testing

Israel announced that the country has already conducted a pilot test on its digital shekel as part of its efforts to issue the Central Bank Digital Currency for public use.

Mastercard Expands Consulting Services to Crypto
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Mastercard Expands Consulting Services to Crypto

Mastercard Inc is expanding its consulting services and is making commitments to a number of innovations in the cryptocurrencies market.

Spanish Lawmaker Tables a Proposal to be Bitcoin Mining Hub after Kazakhstan Internet Shutdown
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Spanish Lawmaker Tables a Proposal to be Bitcoin Mining Hub after Kazakhstan Internet Shutdown

Maria Munoz, a member of the Congress of Deputies, seeks to make Spain a Bitcoin mining hub following the turmoil that was continually rocking Kazakhstan.

Women Taking on the Mantle of Leadership in Blockchain and Crypto Law
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Women Taking on the Mantle of Leadership in Blockchain and Crypto Law

Women cryptocurrency and blockchain lawyers are taking the helm in several major law firms as they are leading blockchain practice groups in at least a half-dozen reputable law firms, such as McDermott Will & Emery, Morrison & Foerster, and Goodwin Procter.

ShapeShift Responds to Elizabeth Warren
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ShapeShift Responds to Elizabeth Warren

Shapeshift responded to Senator Warren's Valentine's Day Senate hearing statements on Twitter on Feb. 19.

Bithumb Touts Indian Alliances for its New Blockchain Protocol
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Bithumb Touts Indian Alliances for its New Blockchain Protocol

Bithumb Global, one of the biggest cryptocurrency exchanges globally, has announced its intent of availing its new blockchain protocol in India. Dubbed 'Bithumb Chain,' the South Korea based exchange seeks to avail it to Indian startups, companies and even the administration for developing products and services on the foundation of blockchain technology.

South Korea's Banking Association Cautions Against Growing Altcoin Influence
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South Korea's Banking Association Cautions Against Growing Altcoin Influence

The Korea Federation of Banks wants its members to keep track of altcoins that trade on crypto exchanges.

Total Value Locked in DeFi Jumps to $208 Billion with Ethereum Taking the Lion’s Share
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Total Value Locked in DeFi Jumps to $208 Billion with Ethereum Taking the Lion’s Share

According to DefiLlama, a ranking and metrics provider for DeFi protocols, the total value locked (TVL) in this sector stands at $208.03 billion.

Bitcoin Briefly Slips Below $20K amid Fed Chair’s Revelation that Rate Tightening will Continue
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Bitcoin Briefly Slips Below $20K amid Fed Chair’s Revelation that Rate Tightening will Continue

Bitcoin (BTC) nosedived below the psychological price of $20,000 as recession, and rate tightening fears engulfed the market.

Buying Pressure on Bitcoin Dwindles as more BTC Moving to Exchanges
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Buying Pressure on Bitcoin Dwindles as more BTC Moving to Exchanges

Bitcoin’s bearish momentum continues, data shows more Bitcoins are transferring to exchanges from cold wallets, which means the selling pressure is on the rise.

Russia to Permit Partial Bitcoin Mining
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Russia to Permit Partial Bitcoin Mining

Despite the back-and-forth stance toward crypto in Russia, serval Russian departments have reached a consensus that Bitcoin mining should be legalized in areas rich in electricity.

Biden To Aim at Deal With The Role of Crypto in Ransomware Attacks at G7 Meeting
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Biden To Aim at Deal With The Role of Crypto in Ransomware Attacks at G7 Meeting

Ransomware attacks and the role of cryptos like Bitcoin is a concern to the U.S. President Joe Biden is set to address with the G7.

Bitcoin Inflows to Exchanges on the Rise, Which Could Signal a Bearish Momentum
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Bitcoin Inflows to Exchanges on the Rise, Which Could Signal a Bearish Momentum

An increase of Bitcoin inflows to crypto exchanges is being witnessed.

Russian Prime Minister Calls for Civilized Approach to Crypto Regulation
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Russian Prime Minister Calls for Civilized Approach to Crypto Regulation

Mikhail Mishustin, the Russian prime minister, has stated that the cryptocurrency market ought to be advanced in a civilized manner.

Non-Zero Bitcoin Addresses Hit ATH as Illiquid Supply Sees Major Growth
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Non-Zero Bitcoin Addresses Hit ATH as Illiquid Supply Sees Major Growth

More participants continue to join the Bitcoin (BTC) network despite continued consolidation.

LG Electronics Expands Business in terms of Blockchain Technology & Crypto
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LG Electronics Expands Business in terms of Blockchain Technology & Crypto

As part of its expansion plan beyond home appliances, South Korean tech giant LG Electronics intends to add blockchain, cryptocurrency, and medical devices as new sectors in its corporate charter.

Indian Woman Caught After Stealing 63.5 Bitcoins From Company She Co-Founded
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Indian Woman Caught After Stealing 63.5 Bitcoins From Company She Co-Founded

Ayushi Jain, a 26-year-old Indian woman, has been arrested by police after she stole 63.5 Bitcoins worth approximately $420,000 from Bengaluru-based BitCipher Labs LLP, a company she co-founded with Ashish Singhal.

Bitcoin Breaches Psychological Level of $30K amid Dollar Index Slipping
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Bitcoin Breaches Psychological Level of $30K amid Dollar Index Slipping

After printing nine consecutive weekly red candles, a scenario not seen in its 13-year journey, Bitcoin (BTC) is back to winning ways after topping the psychological price of $30,000.

China’s Supreme Court Decides to Strengthen the Protection of Cryptocurrency Property Rights
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China’s Supreme Court Decides to Strengthen the Protection of Cryptocurrency Property Rights

The Chinese Supreme Court has decided to strengthen cryptocurrency property rights. China’s Supreme Court is looking to further protect property rights, including economic property rights through different ownership systems in accordance with the law.

Galaxy Digital Invests $44 Million Into Institutional Cryptocurrency
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Galaxy Digital Invests $44 Million Into Institutional Cryptocurrency

Galaxy Digital invests $44 million in institutional bitcoin custody platform GK8 to integrate its asset storage and management capabilities.

Bitcoin Slips to 4-Month Low as Kazakhstan Internet Shutdown Hampers Mining
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Bitcoin Slips to 4-Month Low as Kazakhstan Internet Shutdown Hampers Mining

Bitcoin dropped below $42K for the first time since September 2021 as the market remains in the red.

Binance Admits to Storing Customer Funds in the same wallet
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Binance Admits to Storing Customer Funds in the same wallet

Binance maintains certain client assets in the same wallet as its collateral for in-house tokens. Binance moved the funds to collateral wallets after the disclosure. B-Tokens are 1:1 collateralized, according to the company.

British Army Recovers Twitter & YouTube Accounts following Crypto Scam Hack
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British Army Recovers Twitter & YouTube Accounts following Crypto Scam Hack

The British Army recovered from crypto scams after hackers breached its YouTube and Twitter accounts on July 3.

Binance Unveils Crypto-Powered Debit Card in Europe For Seamless Transactions Across 60 Million Merchants
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Binance Unveils Crypto-Powered Debit Card in Europe For Seamless Transactions Across 60 Million Merchants

Leading crypto exchange Binance has rolled out the Binance Card, a crypto debit card, in Europe that will enable users to convert their stored cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin (BTC), Binance Coin (BNB), Swipe (SXP), and Binance USD (BUSD) to fiat and spend them at more than 60 million merchants worldwide.

Long-Term Hodlers Remain Unfazed, Despite Bitcoin’s Sentiment Hitting Rock Bottom
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Long-Term Hodlers Remain Unfazed, Despite Bitcoin’s Sentiment Hitting Rock Bottom

As Bitcoin stagnates between the $29K and $30K levels, sentiment about the leading cryptocurrency has nosedived to levels last seen during the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic in March 2020.

India's Central Bank Slammed with a Two Week Crypto Ban Ultimatum
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India's Central Bank Slammed with a Two Week Crypto Ban Ultimatum

India's central bank has been slammed by the nation's supreme court about the stance it took in banning cryptocurrency business. It was given two weeks to give a concrete response to justify its actions.

Bitcoin’s Taproot Upgrade Launch in Three Days, Smart Contract Capabilities to be Unlocked?
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Bitcoin’s Taproot Upgrade Launch in Three Days, Smart Contract Capabilities to be Unlocked?

Within around three days, Bitcoin’s Taproot will go live. It is arguably the most anticipated and vital upgrade to the BTC network since the Segregated Witness (SegWit) improvement in 2017.

Turkish Female Investors Shows More Crypto Knowledge than Male Counterparts, Study Shows
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Turkish Female Investors Shows More Crypto Knowledge than Male Counterparts, Study Shows

More women are investing and trading cryptocurrencies in Turkey as their crypto curiosity tops that of men, according to a survey by crypto exchange KuCoin.

Bitcoin Eyes for Bigger Move, says Market Analyst
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Bitcoin Eyes for Bigger Move, says Market Analyst

Some market analysts believe Bitcoin aims at a bigger move as the volatility will soon go through the roof, saying another volatility is coming.

Jackson City in Tennessee Plans to Accept Property Tax Payment in Bitcoin
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Jackson City in Tennessee Plans to Accept Property Tax Payment in Bitcoin

US Jackson City in Tennessee State intends to permit its residents to pay property tax in Bitcoin, Mayor Scott Conger reveals.

Bitcoin Supply Gets Back to Long-Term Holders
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Bitcoin Supply Gets Back to Long-Term Holders

Bitcoin supply is finding its way back in the hands of long-term holders.

53% of the Top 100 Cryptocurrencies are Trading Below Their 200-Day Moving Average
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53% of the Top 100 Cryptocurrencies are Trading Below Their 200-Day Moving Average

Due to massive liquidations experienced nearly two weeks ago, 53% of the top 100 cryptocurrencies have not fully recovered because they are still trading below their 200-day moving average.

Bitcoin Online Courses Skyrocket by 300% in The Wake of Coronavirus
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Bitcoin Online Courses Skyrocket by 300% in The Wake of Coronavirus

Many people are enrolling for cryptocurrency and Bitcoin online courses as coronavirus (COVID-19) has necessitated measures like quarantines, social distancing and lockdowns. As the world continues grappling with this infectious disease, people have been made to change their daily lifestyles and settle for alternatives like the online space for knowledge acquisition.

TIME Magazine to Start Accepting Cryptocurrencies as Subscription Payments
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TIME Magazine to Start Accepting Cryptocurrencies as Subscription Payments

TIME Magazine has partnered with Crypto.com to roll out a crypto payment system for its magazine subscriptions.

South Korea Contemplates Imposing 20% Tax on Cryptocurrency Proceeds
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South Korea Contemplates Imposing 20% Tax on Cryptocurrency Proceeds

The South Korean administration might consider categorizing proceeds from cryptocurrency transactions as other income that is subjected to 20% tax, such as prize-winning or lottery.

Bitcoin Miners Generated Revenue Worth $1.68 Billion in November
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Bitcoin Miners Generated Revenue Worth $1.68 Billion in November

Over the last month, it seems to be a good month for Bitcoin miners because they cashed in a whopping $1.68 billion.

US Spy Agencies Suggest Cryptocurrencies May Be a Threat to the US Dollar and the Euro
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US Spy Agencies Suggest Cryptocurrencies May Be a Threat to the US Dollar and the Euro

Just like JPMorgan Chase CEO, the American intelligence community has tagged cryptocurrencies as a threat to the economy, and the Dollar

Romanian Programmer Confesses to Orchestrating BitClub Crypto Scam Worth $722 Million
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Romanian Programmer Confesses to Orchestrating BitClub Crypto Scam Worth $722 Million

Silviu Catalin Balaci, a 35-year old Romanian citizen living in Germany, has owned up to helping create BitClub Network, a crypto mining Ponzi scheme that siphoned off investors’ funds worth $722 million.

Bitcoin Inflows Into Exchanges Hits a 5-Month Low
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Bitcoin Inflows Into Exchanges Hits a 5-Month Low

Bitcoin inflows into crypto exchanges dropped to a 5-month low.

Glassnode Survey: 60% of Bitcoin Supply has been Immobile Showing Investors’ Hodling Behaviour
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Glassnode Survey: 60% of Bitcoin Supply has been Immobile Showing Investors’ Hodling Behaviour

Glassnode, an on-chain analysis company, has revealed that 60% of Bitcoin (BTC) supply has remained inactive in more than a year. This considerable number shows the hodling tendencies adopted by investors, and a similar trend was witnessed in 2017 some months before the BTC price skyrocketed to a record high of $20,000.

Bitcoin Needs to Continue Standing above $19,200 to Dilute Downward Pressure, Analyst Says
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Bitcoin Needs to Continue Standing above $19,200 to Dilute Downward Pressure, Analyst Says

Market analyst Ali Martinez believes the leading cryptocurrency should stand above $19,200 to reduce selling pressure because this is a significant level.

Investors See Bitcoin as a Long-Term Investment, says Crypto Analyst
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Investors See Bitcoin as a Long-Term Investment, says Crypto Analyst

Despite the current price correction, on-chain analyst Willy Woo has revealed that Bitcoin’s velocity is higher than that of funds allocated for spending it.

Paypal Crypto Owners Can Now Transfer Tokens to Wallets
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Paypal Crypto Owners Can Now Transfer Tokens to Wallets

Fintech giant Paypal Holdings has upgraded its crypto wallet capabilities. Users of the app can now send supported digital assets to other wallets.

Binance Announces Upgrade to Proof-of-Reserves Verification
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Binance Announces Upgrade to Proof-of-Reserves Verification

Binance's zk-SNARKs update improves proof-of-reserves verification security and transparency.

CipherTrace Unveils Crypto Predictive Risk Model to Combat Suspicious Transactions in Wake of Twitter Scam
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CipherTrace Unveils Crypto Predictive Risk Model to Combat Suspicious Transactions in Wake of Twitter Scam

CipherTrace, a cryptocurrency intelligence company, has introduced a predictive risk-scoring model to instantly avert money laundering of cryptocurrencies from ransomware attacks and theft.

Nearly 70% of Merchants Believe Crypto Payments will Revolutionize Business Models, Study Shows
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Nearly 70% of Merchants Believe Crypto Payments will Revolutionize Business Models, Study Shows

The appetite for cryptocurrencies in e-commerce continues to gain steam as they offer more convenient and safer payment methods, according to a report by global payments solution provider Checkout.com.

Microsoft President Says Fintech Firms Should Leave the Role of Issuing Digital Currencies to Governments
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Microsoft President Says Fintech Firms Should Leave the Role of Issuing Digital Currencies to Governments

Microsoft President Brad Smith has criticized financial technology firms attempting to issue currencies, stating that governments are still best suited to play this role.

Bitcoin’s Illiquid Supply Hits ATH as BTC and the S&P 500 Index Continue Being Strongly Correlated
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Bitcoin’s Illiquid Supply Hits ATH as BTC and the S&P 500 Index Continue Being Strongly Correlated

Illiquid supply in the Bitcoin network hit a record-high, as acknowledged by on-chain metrics provider Dilution-proof.

6.2 Million Bitcoins are Being Held at a Loss, Representing 33% of BTC Supply
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6.2 Million Bitcoins are Being Held at a Loss, Representing 33% of BTC Supply

Ever since Bitcoin (BTC) nosedived from an all-time high (ATH) price of $64.8K recorded in mid-April, 6.2 million coins are being held at a loss, representing 33% of supply.

Brazilian Senate Committee on Economic Affairs Approves Crypto Regulation Bill
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Brazilian Senate Committee on Economic Affairs Approves Crypto Regulation Bill

Crypto regulation on Brazilian soil gained steam after the senate’s economic affairs committee approved a bill highlighting the ground rules and day-to-day usage of digital currency funds.

Bitcoin is Outperforming its 2016 Post-Halving Bull Run That Triggered the Record-High of $20,000
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Bitcoin is Outperforming its 2016 Post-Halving Bull Run That Triggered the Record-High of $20,000

New data from ChartsBTC reveals that the Bitcoin (BTC) trend in 2020 is outperforming the post-halving bull run of 2016.

Interchain Foundation to Spend $40 Million on Cosmos Ecosystem Development
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Interchain Foundation to Spend $40 Million on Cosmos Ecosystem Development

The ICF supports adoption initiatives like Interchain Builders and Interchain NFTs while emphasizing core development.

Ethereum Usage is Now 54 Times to Bitcoin as Ethereum 2.0 Becomes the Largest ETH Holder
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Ethereum Usage is Now 54 Times to Bitcoin as Ethereum 2.0 Becomes the Largest ETH Holder

As the neck-to-neck battle between Bitcoin and Ethereum continues, the latter has emerged as the victor in terms of usage.

South Korea Plans to Suspend Crypto Taxation Until 2023
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South Korea Plans to Suspend Crypto Taxation Until 2023

Crypto investors in South Korea might have a sigh of relief because the government intends to delay imposing crypto taxation until 2023.

Bitcoin Dominance Hits 4-Year Low, Dormant Supply Touches Historic Highs
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Bitcoin Dominance Hits 4-Year Low, Dormant Supply Touches Historic Highs

Bitcoin’s dominance in the crypto scene has nosedived as the leading cryptocurrency continues trading on shaky grounds.

Bitcoin Needs to Hold $36K for Sustainable Upward Momentum
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Bitcoin Needs to Hold $36K for Sustainable Upward Momentum

BTC should go back to the $36K level before flipping it to support more upward momentum, analysts said.

Nigeria Releases New Rules Classifying Crypto as Securities
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Nigeria Releases New Rules Classifying Crypto as Securities

In a move that might boost crypto trading in Nigeria, the nation’s Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has rolled out “rules on issuance, offering platforms, and custody of digital assets” for virtual firms.

Bitcoin Has Spent 3 Months Bouncing Between $45,000 and $60,000
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Bitcoin Has Spent 3 Months Bouncing Between $45,000 and $60,000

Bitcoin’s upward momentum has dried up as it has spent three months bouncing between $45k and $60k, as alluded to by market analyst Lark Davis.

High Transaction Volumes are Boosting Ethereum’s Price Rally
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High Transaction Volumes are Boosting Ethereum’s Price Rally

On-chain metrics provider Glassnode has revealed that high transaction volumes in the Ethereum network are boosting Ether's upward momentum.

Portugal to Impose Taxes on Cryptocurrencies
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Portugal to Impose Taxes on Cryptocurrencies

Cryptocurrency has been tax-free in Portugal, but that is set to change.

Ethereum Gas Fees Hit a Monthly Low - Could this Trigger an ETH Uptrend?
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Ethereum Gas Fees Hit a Monthly Low - Could this Trigger an ETH Uptrend?

New data by on-chain data provider Glassnode notes that the total Ethereum gas fees paid have hit a monthly low of $666,735.56.

Assets Belonging to Troubled Crypto Lender Celsius to go Under the Hammer
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Assets Belonging to Troubled Crypto Lender Celsius to go Under the Hammer

Celsius Network Ltd., a troubled and bankrupt crypto lender, has disclosed the auction dates for its assets.

University of Cambridge: Crypto Asset Users Have Skyrocketed to 101 Million Globally
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University of Cambridge: Crypto Asset Users Have Skyrocketed to 101 Million Globally

The University of Cambridge has found that the estimated number of cryptoasset users stands at 101 million worldwide.

Bitcoin Short Term Speculators Blamed for the Investor Group Realizing Most Losses
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Bitcoin Short Term Speculators Blamed for the Investor Group Realizing Most Losses

Bitcoin short term investors have been blamed for the primary culprits in the crash witnessed in the crypto market.

Bitcoin’s Short-Term Interest Declines by 43% From an ATH Experienced in February
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Bitcoin’s Short-Term Interest Declines by 43% From an ATH Experienced in February

Bitcoin has been stuck to its consolidation period between the $30K and $40K range for more than two months, making short-term interest nosedive to levels not seen since September 2020.

Russian Federal Watchdog Censors Binance for Distributing Crypto-Related Data
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Russian Federal Watchdog Censors Binance for Distributing Crypto-Related Data

Roskomnadzor has blacklisted crypto exchange Binance for what it deems as “containing information prohibited for distribution in Russia.

South Africa Classifies Crypto as Financial Assets
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South Africa Classifies Crypto as Financial Assets

The country appears to be developing regulations consistent with those being developed by other regulators in the global market.

Bitcoin Gains Momentum after Hitting Lows of $37,500 as Altcoins Bleed
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Bitcoin Gains Momentum after Hitting Lows of $37,500 as Altcoins Bleed

After hitting lows of $37,585 over the weekend, Bitcoin has gained some momentum by breaching the $38K level.

64% of Bitcoin’s Circulating Supply Stagnated for more than 12 Months as Accumulation Continues
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64% of Bitcoin’s Circulating Supply Stagnated for more than 12 Months as Accumulation Continues

The amount of Bitcoin’s circulating supply that has stagnated for at least a year hit an all-time high (ATH) of 64%, signaling a supply deficit.

BOJ Governor: Japan Should Prepare "Thoroughly" for the Issuance of its  Digital Currency
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BOJ Governor: Japan Should Prepare "Thoroughly" for the Issuance of its Digital Currency

Haruhiko Kuroda, the Bank of Japan (BOJ) governor, has highlighted the need for the nation’s central bank to prepare thoroughly for the rollout of its digital currency with initial experiments expected for this spring.

Bitcoin Has Surged by More Than 295% in 2020 as US Dollar Index Slips to a 32-Month Low
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Bitcoin Has Surged by More Than 295% in 2020 as US Dollar Index Slips to a 32-Month Low

Bitcoin has hit a new record high of $28,600 and this bull run has made the leading cryptocurrency gain more than 295% this year.

FTX Enters Bankruptcy as Sam Bankman-Fried Steps Down as CEO
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FTX Enters Bankruptcy as Sam Bankman-Fried Steps Down as CEO

Troubled crypto exchange FTX filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the U.S., with Sam Bankman-Fried resigning as the CEO.

PayPal Increases Weekly Limits for Crypto Purchases to $100,000
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PayPal Increases Weekly Limits for Crypto Purchases to $100,000

The leading payment platform PayPal has increased limits on crypto purchases to $100,000 per week from $20,000 for U.S customers.

The Value Stored in the Bitcoin Network Stands at an All-Time High
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The Value Stored in the Bitcoin Network Stands at an All-Time High

The value stored in the Bitcoin network is at a record high based on the realized price.

Short-Term Bitcoin Holders Have Been Selling at a Net Loss Since May 13
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Short-Term Bitcoin Holders Have Been Selling at a Net Loss Since May 13

Ever since Bitcoin (BTC) dropped from the record-high price of $64,800 set in mid-April, short-term holders have found themselves on the receiving end based on a sharp correction.

Crypto Traders’ Speculation of Ethereum Volatility Relative to Bitcoin’s is Rising
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Crypto Traders’ Speculation of Ethereum Volatility Relative to Bitcoin’s is Rising

Ethereum's upward momentum is making Ether and Bitcoin's implied volatility rise.

Former Australian Politician Converts to "Millennial’s Version of Gold" - Bitcoin
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Former Australian Politician Converts to "Millennial’s Version of Gold" - Bitcoin

The former senator for South Australia, Cory Bernardi, has joined the Bitcoin bandwagon lately, seeing it as the millennial’s version of gold.

BTC & ETH Have Been the Best Risk-Adjusted Assets over the Last Year
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BTC & ETH Have Been the Best Risk-Adjusted Assets over the Last Year

Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) have been the best risk-adjusted assets over the last year based on the Sharpe Ratio.

Crypto Scam Revenue Has Dropped by 65% in 2022: Chainalysis
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Crypto Scam Revenue Has Dropped by 65% in 2022: Chainalysis

Illicit crypto volumes have been diminishing year-over-year, with scams taking the lion’s drop share, according to a report by blockchain analytic firm Chainalysis.

PayPal May Be in Talks to Acquire Curv Crypto Custody Firm
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PayPal May Be in Talks to Acquire Curv Crypto Custody Firm

After PayPal dropped plans to acquire BitGo digital asset custody firm, it has been reported that it is now aiming to acquire Curv crypto custody firm.

Bitcoin Stands in the Last Resistance Zone, staring at the ATH level of $64,800
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Bitcoin Stands in the Last Resistance Zone, staring at the ATH level of $64,800

Bitcoin has been able to pick up the pieces because it is 11% away from the all-time high (ATH) price of $64,800 set in mid-April.

Low-Risk Appetite Continues to Play Out in Bitcoin Market Based on Diminishing Institutional Activity
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Low-Risk Appetite Continues to Play Out in Bitcoin Market Based on Diminishing Institutional Activity

Institutional activity remains sluggish as Bitcoin hovers around the lower $20K level, depicting a low-risk appetite.

Is Bitcoin on the Verge of Forming the Bottom?
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Is Bitcoin on the Verge of Forming the Bottom?

The Long-Term Holder NUPL (LTH-NUPL) indicator shows Bitcoin’s bottom is forming since it is at the same level as the past two significant pullbacks of 2021.

Crypto ATM Market Expected to Hit $1.18B by 2028, Driven by Increasing Fund Transfers
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Crypto ATM Market Expected to Hit $1.18B by 2028, Driven by Increasing Fund Transfers

A surge in fund transfers is expected to expedite the global crypto ATM market to hit $1.185 billion by 2028, according to Vantage Market Research.

Ethereum’s Daily Transaction Volume is Going Parabolic Surpassing Bitcoin by $3 Billion
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Ethereum’s Daily Transaction Volume is Going Parabolic Surpassing Bitcoin by $3 Billion

Ethereum's daily transaction volume is going parabolic. It now settles $12 billion in transactions daily - $3 billion more than Bitcoin.

Bitcoin Addresses Sending to Exchanges Hit a Monthly Low as BTC Sits on Strong On-Chain Support
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Bitcoin Addresses Sending to Exchanges Hit a Monthly Low as BTC Sits on Strong On-Chain Support

The number of BTC addresses sending to exchanges reached a monthly low of 4,831.226, as acknowledged by crypto analytic firm Glassnode.

Ethereum Gas Fees Surge to a Monthly High, Supply on Exchanges Continues to Decline
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Ethereum Gas Fees Surge to a Monthly High, Supply on Exchanges Continues to Decline

Ethereum's total fees has hit a monthly high of 746.026 ETH.

El Salvador Tourism Sector Surges 30%, Benefit from Adopting Bitcoin as Legal Tender
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El Salvador Tourism Sector Surges 30%, Benefit from Adopting Bitcoin as Legal Tender

El Salvador is leaping the dividends of making Bitcoin legal tender. The nation’s tourism industry has recorded a 30% surge since this milestone was attained in September 2021.

Bitcoin’s Present Bull Run Has Been Extraordinary Compared to the 2015-2017 Bull Cycle - Peter Brandt
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Bitcoin’s Present Bull Run Has Been Extraordinary Compared to the 2015-2017 Bull Cycle - Peter Brandt

Veteran market analyst and trader Peter Brandt has analyzed Bitcoin's current bullish momentum and compared it to the 2015-2017 bull cycle.

Global Efforts to Classify Cryptocurrencies
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Global Efforts to Classify Cryptocurrencies

Cryptodata website 21Shares and CoinGecko have launched a worldwide crypto asset classification system.

Active Addresses of Ethereum Hit Monthly High with $22B Being Staked before the Merge
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Active Addresses of Ethereum Hit Monthly High with $22B Being Staked before the Merge

Ethereum continues to be at the centre stage after undergoing its biggest software upgrade called the Merge. As a result, active ETH addresses have skyrocketed after hitting a monthly high.

Ethereum is Settling Three Times More Value On-Chain Than Bitcoin Daily
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Ethereum is Settling Three Times More Value On-Chain Than Bitcoin Daily

Ethereum (ETH) continues to surpass Bitcoin in terms of the value settled on-chain daily.

Bitcoin Hodlers Remain Steadfast, Coins Aged over 3 months Hit ATH of 86.3%
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Bitcoin Hodlers Remain Steadfast, Coins Aged over 3 months Hit ATH of 86.3%

Despite Bitcoin lacking a significant upward momentum, this has not dampened the spirits of hodlers because coins aged at least 3 months hit an ATH of 86.3%, according to Glassnode.

Long Term Bitcoin Holders Emerge as the Biggest Beneficiaries with a Cost Basis of $17,750
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Long Term Bitcoin Holders Emerge as the Biggest Beneficiaries with a Cost Basis of $17,750

Long-term holders have been laughing all the way to the bank based on their cost basis of $17, 750, given that Bitcoin's price current stands at around $63,355.

Ethereum Foundation Releases Grants worth $750,000 to Fund ETH Research
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Ethereum Foundation Releases Grants worth $750,000 to Fund ETH Research

With knowledge being a flywheel for Ethereum (ETH), the Ethereum Foundation has deemed it fit to explore the network’s potential through academic research.

Zcash Bug Could Leak Full Nodes with Shielded IP Addresses
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Zcash Bug Could Leak Full Nodes with Shielded IP Addresses

Duke Leto, a core developer at Komodo (KMD), recently published a blog on his personal website revealing that, “A bug has existed for all shielded address since the inception of Zcash and Zcash Protocol.” Leto explained, “That is, Alice giving Bob a zaddr to be paid, could actually allow Bob to discover Alice’s IP address. This is drastically against the design of Zcash Protocol.”

Binance Acquires Majority Stake in Gopax
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Binance Acquires Majority Stake in Gopax

Binance returned to South Korea with a controlling ownership in ailing exchange Gopax.

JPMorgan: 13% Of Americans Own Crypto
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JPMorgan: 13% Of Americans Own Crypto

JPMorgan Chase found that 13% of Americans—43 million people—have owned cryptocurrencies. The paper analyzes over 5 million bank-to-crypto account currency transactions. It discovered that males of all ages and demographic groupings purchase crypto more than women. According to a CoinMarketCap analysis, crypto ownership has risen over the previous several years despite the current price drop.

Entities Holding Less Than 100 BTC are the Best Survivors amid LUNA's Liquidation
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Entities Holding Less Than 100 BTC are the Best Survivors amid LUNA's Liquidation

In a bid to salvage the LUNA and UST crash, the Luna Foundation Guard (LFG) liquidated 80,081 BTC, but these coins were received with open arms by entities holding less than 10,000 Bitcoins.

Crypto Investors’ Realized Gains Increased by 400% to Hit $162.7m in 2021, Study Shows
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Crypto Investors’ Realized Gains Increased by 400% to Hit $162.7m in 2021, Study Shows

With 2021 emerging as a strong year for cryptocurrencies, global investors made $162.7 million in realized gains, according to blockchain analytic firm Chainalysis.

Institutions Accumulating Bitcoin as BTC’s Adoption Rate Surpasses the Rate of Internet
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Institutions Accumulating Bitcoin as BTC’s Adoption Rate Surpasses the Rate of Internet

Institutions have been pumping investments in the Bitcoin market, which has been instrumental in an uptick in price.

A Rising Rate Environment will Tilt from Bonds to Crypto, Says Fundstrat Founder
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A Rising Rate Environment will Tilt from Bonds to Crypto, Says Fundstrat Founder

Thomas (Tom) Lee, the founder of Fundstrat Global Advisors, believes that a hike in interest rates will be a game-changer for crypto because other investments like bonds will become less attractive.

Bitcoin is Moving to Strong Hands as Small Holders are Proving to be a Rising Force
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Bitcoin is Moving to Strong Hands as Small Holders are Proving to be a Rising Force

On-chain analyst Will Clemente believes that Bitcoin is moving to strong hands given that its supply shock is at levels witnessed at the $50-$60K range.

Why are Millennials Favouring Bitcoin?
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Why are Millennials Favouring Bitcoin?

Based on technological innovations revamping the world like cryptocurrencies, millennials have been at the forefront to embrace them. Therefore, explaining the reasons why millennials are heeding to the call of bitcoin being an exceptional technological advancement and investment tool.

CFTC Commissioner Calls for Reduced Cryptocurrency Anonymity
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CFTC Commissioner Calls for Reduced Cryptocurrency Anonymity

CFTC Commissioner Christy Goldsmith Romero has proposed reducing the anonymity of cryptocurrencies as a means of managing associated risks. Romero spoke at City Week 2023 in London, stating that market integrity, national security, and financial stability cannot be compromised.

Ethereum is Expected to Undergo a 90% Daily Emission Reduction Following ETH 2.0 Upgrade
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Ethereum is Expected to Undergo a 90% Daily Emission Reduction Following ETH 2.0 Upgrade

Market analyst Lark Davis believes that Ethereum 2.0 upgrade will prompt a 90% daily emission reduction from 12,800 to 1,280.

Ethereum Has Vastly Outperformed Tech Stocks With a Staggering 171% ROI
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Ethereum Has Vastly Outperformed Tech Stocks With a Staggering 171% ROI

Ethereum's price drop hasn’t dampened its spirits to offer an impressive return on investment (ROI) so far this year compared to tech stocks like Microsoft, Facebook, and Apple.

Bitcoin Shark, Whale Addresses Have Been Surging Since Mid-June
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Bitcoin Shark, Whale Addresses Have Been Surging Since Mid-June

As Bitcoin continues hovering around the $23,000 level, shark and whale addresses have been experiencing a leg up since mid-June.

More Consolidation to be Expected from Bitcoin as the Dollar Rallies and US Stock Market Is Down
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More Consolidation to be Expected from Bitcoin as the Dollar Rallies and US Stock Market Is Down

Crypto analyst Joseph Young thinks that Bitcoin is treading with caution due to the strengthening of the dollar, and he suggests this could prompt a short-term price consolidation.

Only a Small Fraction of Institutional and Corporate Money Entered into Bitcoin Market
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Only a Small Fraction of Institutional and Corporate Money Entered into Bitcoin Market

The amount invested by institutions and corporates in the Bitcoin market is a small percent of their total cash reserve

Bitcoin Needs to Reclaim $36K to Invalidate the Bearish Thesis, BTC's Correlation with S&P 500 Hits ATH
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Bitcoin Needs to Reclaim $36K to Invalidate the Bearish Thesis, BTC's Correlation with S&P 500 Hits ATH

Market analyst Ali Martinez believes a bearish picture is being painted in the BTC market because it has broken the historical trendline, but it can be invalidated if $36K is reclaimed.

Tether Denies Receiving Any Loans From Celsius
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Tether Denies Receiving Any Loans From Celsius

Tether's chief technical officer Paolo Ardoino denied borrowing from Celsius in response to Celsius' examiner report.

President Biden’s Tax Plans Spark Fear, Triggering a Bitcoin and Ethereum Price Drop
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President Biden’s Tax Plans Spark Fear, Triggering a Bitcoin and Ethereum Price Drop

The speculation that U.S. President Joe Biden’s administration will increase capital gains taxes sent shock waves in the crypto space as Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) dropped amid fears that this initiative could limit investment in digital assets.

A Look into Bitcoin and Ethereum's Record-Breaking Bull Runs of January
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A Look into Bitcoin and Ethereum's Record-Breaking Bull Runs of January

On-chain data provider Santiment has delved deeper into the impressive bull runs that Bitcoin and Ethereum have both enjoyed in January.

Waste2Wear to Use Blockchain in Tracing the Conversion of Ocean Plastics into Eco-Fabrics
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Waste2Wear to Use Blockchain in Tracing the Conversion of Ocean Plastics into Eco-Fabrics

Waste2 Wear is to trace the conversion of ocean plastic waste into eco-fabrics using blockchain technology as this will propel traceability.

Crypto Wallets Holding more than 1,000 Bitcoins Hit an All-Time High
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Crypto Wallets Holding more than 1,000 Bitcoins Hit an All-Time High

New data by Glassnode reveals that the number of BTC addresses holding at least 1,000 coins has broken the record at 2,305.

The Ratio of Bitcoin’s Supply on Exchanges Hit a 6-Month Low
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The Ratio of Bitcoin’s Supply on Exchanges Hit a 6-Month Low

Statistics by on-chain metrics provider Santiment show that Bitcoin’s ratio of supply on crypto exchanges hit a six-month low.

IMF Boss Says Europe Can Avoid Debt Trap, Difficult to Believe in Crypto as Money
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IMF Boss Says Europe Can Avoid Debt Trap, Difficult to Believe in Crypto as Money

IMF Chief Kristalina Georgieva said that Europe could reverse getting into a debt crisis. She further warned about the risks associated with cryptocurrencies.

The Fate of Cryptocurrencies in a Fast-Changing Financial Ecosystem
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The Fate of Cryptocurrencies in a Fast-Changing Financial Ecosystem

Cryptocurrency being a digital currency, created and managed through the use of advanced encryption techniques known as cryptography has been gradually modifying the world of finance as well as other sectors such as e-commerce and since its creation in 2009.

India Passes Controversial Crypto Tax Laws, Effective on April 1
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India Passes Controversial Crypto Tax Laws, Effective on April 1

India’s parliament on Friday passed a law designed to tax digital assets including cryptocurrencies. Users will begin paying capital gains taxes of 30% on crypto transactions from 1st April 2022.

Europe Takes the Major Share in terms of Global Crypto Distribution
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Europe Takes the Major Share in terms of Global Crypto Distribution

As crypto adoption continues to gain steam, Europe is at the helm when it comes to crypto distribution worldwide.

Bitcoin Is at an “Inflection Point,” says Soros Fund Management CIO
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Bitcoin Is at an “Inflection Point,” says Soros Fund Management CIO

As Bitcoin’s price consolidation continues, Soros Fund Management CIO Dawn Fitzpatrick believes that the leading cryptocurrency is at an inflection point.

Binance, CoinMarketCap, BitPay, Coinbase, Paxful Among Android Apps Earmarked by Latest EventBot Malware
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Binance, CoinMarketCap, BitPay, Coinbase, Paxful Among Android Apps Earmarked by Latest EventBot Malware

Cybereason, a US-based cybersecurity company, has detected an Android malware dubbed EventBot that has been targeting money transfer and banking apps. Coinbase, Bitpay, CoinMarketCap, Binance, Mycelium Wallet, Bitcoin.com, Paxful, and CoinGecko are among a list of Android cryptocurrency wallets and applications whose security might be compromised as they are in the vicinity of this malware.

Bitcoin Needs Upward Catalyst to Exit the Current Range as Scepticism Mounts, Says Expert
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Bitcoin Needs Upward Catalyst to Exit the Current Range as Scepticism Mounts, Says Expert

The retracement to the $29K zone has jeopardized the much-anticipated Bitcoin (BTC) recovery as skepticism engulfs the market.

Bitcoin Remains Bullish Based on the Formation of an Ascending Channel
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Bitcoin Remains Bullish Based on the Formation of an Ascending Channel

The formation of a parallel channel on the daily chart suggests BTC can still drop to $57,000-$54,000 to then rebound towards $75,000, according to analyst Ali Martinez.

Greenidge Reduces Debt with NYDIG
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Greenidge Reduces Debt with NYDIG

Greenidge lowered its NYDIG debt by 76% by relinquishing partial ownership of Bitcoin mining gear and credits.

Blockchain Association Rejects Court's Securities Ruling on Private Blockchains
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Blockchain Association Rejects Court's Securities Ruling on Private Blockchains

A U.S. lawyer called it "absurd" for a court to declare digital assets on centralized databases securities.

Over 100 Car Dealers to Accept Crypto Payments in the UK Boosting Crypto Adoption
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Over 100 Car Dealers to Accept Crypto Payments in the UK Boosting Crypto Adoption

At least 100 car dealers in the UK have inked a partnership with London-based AutoCoinCars, the nation’s market leader in trading cars with cryptocurrencies. Through the strategic collaboration, clients will be able to purchase cars using cryptos in some of the biggest car dealers in the UK, such as Benz Bavarian, Saxton4x4, and Redline Specialist Cars.

Bitcoin Poised to Set a New All-Time High, says Market Analyst
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Bitcoin Poised to Set a New All-Time High, says Market Analyst

Market analyst Michael van de Poppe believes that "Bitcoin looks eager for a new all-time high" as it continues regaining momentum.

Ethereum Accounts for Nearly Half of the Trading Volume on Top Exchanges
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Ethereum Accounts for Nearly Half of the Trading Volume on Top Exchanges

Ethereum accounts for almost half of the trading volume on top exchanges compared to a quarter a year ago.

Chicago-Based Exchange Cboe to Work on Crypto Offerings as Demand Continues to Rise
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Chicago-Based Exchange Cboe to Work on Crypto Offerings as Demand Continues to Rise

Cboe Global Markets Inc., a Chicago-based exchange that provides trading and investment solutions, is ready to get back to the crypto space after previous failed attempts.

Open Interest for Ethereum Futures Soars to All-Time High of $2.21 Billion
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Open Interest for Ethereum Futures Soars to All-Time High of $2.21 Billion

Bybt, an aggregated derivative exchange, has provided a more in-depth analysis about open interest on Ethereum Futures hitting a record-high of $2.21 billion.

Bitpay Announces the First Large Online International Furniture Brand to Go Live
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Bitpay Announces the First Large Online International Furniture Brand to Go Live

Beliani, a European online home accessory and furniture seller, has inked a partnership with BitPay, a US-based bitcoin payment service provider, to allow buyers make purchases using cryptocurrencies, such as Bitcoin, Ripple, Ether, and Bitcoin Cash, as well as dollar-pegged stablecoins like USD Coin (USDC). This approach will enable shoppers to save 2-3% on every crypto transaction made compared to other payment methods.

Ireland's CAB Seizes Bitcoin Worth €52 Million from Drug Dealer
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Ireland's CAB Seizes Bitcoin Worth €52 Million from Drug Dealer

Ireland’s Criminal Assets Bureau (CAB) has been given the go-ahead by the high court to seize Bitcoin valued at €52 million, approximately $56 million USD, from a forty-nine-year-old drug dealer.

Wall Street Veteran Urges Investors to Add Cryptocurrencies to Their Investment Portfolios
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Wall Street Veteran Urges Investors to Add Cryptocurrencies to Their Investment Portfolios

Veteran George Ball, a renowned Wall Street Veteran, has said that the addition of crypto to investment portfolios are attractive because they increase returns.

Total Value Locked in Ethereum 2.0 Reaches Record-High as Gas Fees Decreased
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Total Value Locked in Ethereum 2.0 Reaches Record-High as Gas Fees Decreased

More investment continues trickling in Ethereum 2.0, which has broken the record, as disclosed by on-chain metrics provider Glassnode.

Bitcoin Should Reclaim the $40K to $42K Zone, Which Has Served as Support and Resistance for a Year
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Bitcoin Should Reclaim the $40K to $42K Zone, Which Has Served as Support and Resistance for a Year

Bitcoin’s intention to breach the high resistance area between $38,000 and $40,000 continues.

The Number of Ethereum Deposits on Crypto Exchanges Hit a 5-Month Low-What This Mean
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The Number of Ethereum Deposits on Crypto Exchanges Hit a 5-Month Low-What This Mean

The number of ETH deposits on crypto exchanges continues to diminish, given that it reached a 5-month low of 548.940.

Bitcoin Scarcity Scales the High as Illiquid Supply Hits 85% in the Last Three Months
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Bitcoin Scarcity Scales the High as Illiquid Supply Hits 85% in the Last Three Months

92% of Bitcoin supply hasn't moved in at least 30 days and 85% of this has been immobile for at least 3 months.

Twitter Followers Advise Elon Musk to Invest 10% of Tesla Stock in Cryptocurrencies, Poll Says
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Twitter Followers Advise Elon Musk to Invest 10% of Tesla Stock in Cryptocurrencies, Poll Says

Elon Musk has received responses from the majority of his Twitter followers. The renowned investor recently asked whether he should sell 10% of his Tesla stock.

Top Performing Cryptocurrencies to Watch This Week: BTC, ADA, SOL, XTZ, DOT, and ATOM
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Top Performing Cryptocurrencies to Watch This Week: BTC, ADA, SOL, XTZ, DOT, and ATOM

Besides Bitcoin, popular crypto analyst Michaël van de Poppe shares where he sees some of the biggest opportunities in altcoins this week.

Ethereum is Ready for $5,000 and Chainlink for $100, says Market Analyst
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Ethereum is Ready for $5,000 and Chainlink for $100, says Market Analyst

Ethereum and Chainlink's current bull runs are far from over, as market analyst Michael van de Poppe remarked that ETH and LINK will surge to $5,000 and $100 price levels, respectively.

Arizona State Senator Wendy Rogers Proposes Bills to Make Bitcoin Legal Tender
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Arizona State Senator Wendy Rogers Proposes Bills to Make Bitcoin Legal Tender

Arizona state senator Wendy Rogers also supported a tax-exempt crypto bill.

Tim Beiko announced Shapella upgrade
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Tim Beiko announced Shapella upgrade

Full and partial validator withdrawals alter the consensus layer.

South Korea’s Financial Watchdog to Stamp Out Illegal Crypto Activities
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South Korea’s Financial Watchdog to Stamp Out Illegal Crypto Activities

South Korea’s financial watchdog, the Financial Supervisory Service and the Finance Ministry, has teamed up with various financial authorities to crack down on illegal crypto activities.

US Secret Service Seizes Over $102m in Digital Currencies among Crypto Crimes
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US Secret Service Seizes Over $102m in Digital Currencies among Crypto Crimes

The United States Secret Service has notably confiscated as much as $102 million worth of crypto assets in its investigation of the activities of cybercriminals.

Colossal Increase in US Household Liquidity Might Push Bitcoin Further Upwards, says 10T Holdings Co-founder
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Colossal Increase in US Household Liquidity Might Push Bitcoin Further Upwards, says 10T Holdings Co-founder

Dan Tapiero, the co-founder of fintech and digital asset firm 10T Holdings, trusts that the remarkable increase in US household liquidity to the tune of $2.67 trillion could trigger further upward momentum for Bitcoin.

Beauty App Meitu’s Crypto Holdings Evaporated Up to $50m in H1
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Beauty App Meitu’s Crypto Holdings Evaporated Up to $50m in H1

Meitu, a Hong Kong-listed beauty app, announced an interim net loss between $41.1 million and $52.3 million in H1 ( representing a loss of up to 154.1%). The firm attributed its loss to acquired cryptocurrency impairment.

Grayscale Plans to Offer More Digital Asset Products to Meet Rising Investor Demand
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Grayscale Plans to Offer More Digital Asset Products to Meet Rising Investor Demand

Grayscale Investments LLC has announced plans to explore other digital assets.

MicroStrategy Acquires Extra 7,002 Bitcoins, Bringing its Portfolio to over 121K BTC
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MicroStrategy Acquires Extra 7,002 Bitcoins, Bringing its Portfolio to over 121K BTC

MicroStrategy has continuously accumulated Bitcoins to 121,044 BTC over the past year. The firm confirms it has purchased over 7000 Bitcoins on Monday.

Crypto Wallets Holding More Than 10,000 Bitcoin Hit a 2020 Record High
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Crypto Wallets Holding More Than 10,000 Bitcoin Hit a 2020 Record High

Santiment revealed that crypto wallets holding at least 10,000 BTC have reached a record high of 111 in 2020, indicating positive sentiment from Bitcoin whales.

Bitcoin Outperforms than Commodities in 2021 Amid Dormant BTC Circulation Going a Notch Higher
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Bitcoin Outperforms than Commodities in 2021 Amid Dormant BTC Circulation Going a Notch Higher

Bitcoin is the best-performing asset compared to commodities this year BTC with a return of 96%.

Altcoin Watch: Top 3 Tokens to Watch This Week XRP, ALGO, and COMP
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Altcoin Watch: Top 3 Tokens to Watch This Week XRP, ALGO, and COMP

With the general regressive pathway of major digital assets, here are some of the altcoins to watch this week.

SHIBA INU Continues to be the Top Trending Topic in Crypto Amid an 889% Monthly Surge
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SHIBA INU Continues to be the Top Trending Topic in Crypto Amid an 889% Monthly Surge

SHIBA INU (SHIB) is emerging as the new kid on the cryptocurrency block.

Bitcoin Could Rally Towards $75,000 “Very Quickly,” says Equity Strategist
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Bitcoin Could Rally Towards $75,000 “Very Quickly,” says Equity Strategist

Matt Maley, the equity strategist at leading institutional trading firm Miller Tabak + Co, believes Bitcoin could rally towards $75,000 “very quickly” based on some chart patterns.

Bitcoin Wallets Surpass Bank Accounts in El Salvador, says President Bukele
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Bitcoin Wallets Surpass Bank Accounts in El Salvador, says President Bukele

El Salvador has been making significant strides in the crypto space ever since, with the latest being Bitcoin wallets dwarfing bank accounts in the nation.

Demand for Crypto Mixers Hits ATH, Illicit Address Activities Draws Majority
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Demand for Crypto Mixers Hits ATH, Illicit Address Activities Draws Majority

The rising use of mixers in the crypto space should be a cause for concern because they are highly being utilized by cybercriminals and bad actors, according to Chainalysis.

MEXC Global Enables Crypto Purchases with Zero Transaction Fees via Fedwire, SWIFT
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MEXC Global Enables Crypto Purchases with Zero Transaction Fees via Fedwire, SWIFT

MEXC Global has permitted purchases that attract zero transaction fees through SWIFT and Fedwire to boost the globalisation of cryptocurrency trading.

South Korea Plans to Postpone Cryptocurrency Tax Rule to January 2022
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South Korea Plans to Postpone Cryptocurrency Tax Rule to January 2022

South Korea is planning to delay the implementation of its crypto income tax rules to January 2022, extending it from its previous time frame of October 2021.

Bitcoin’s Profit-Taking Skyrockets, Will $40K to Be Reclaimed?
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Bitcoin’s Profit-Taking Skyrockets, Will $40K to Be Reclaimed?

Profit-taking tendencies in the Bitcoin market contributed to the price dropping below the psychological price of $40,000.

Ethereum’s Top 5 Mining Pools Account for 65.4% of ETH Blocks
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Ethereum’s Top 5 Mining Pools Account for 65.4% of ETH Blocks

Ethereum miners have cashed in the most in the crypto space so far this year, even surpassing Bitcoin miners.

Bots Inc Starts Accepting Dogecoin And Other Cryptocurrencies from Tesla Vehicle Buyers
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Bots Inc Starts Accepting Dogecoin And Other Cryptocurrencies from Tesla Vehicle Buyers

BOTS Inc has announced that it has started allowing Tesla vehicle buyers to pay with cryptocurrencies like Dogecoin and others.

Bitcoin Struggles to Maintain Its Dominance
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Bitcoin Struggles to Maintain Its Dominance

Bitcoin’s dominance has fallen to 44%, which is the lowest level BTC has gotten since 2018.

Coinme Introduces 6 Additional Crypto Instant Trading by Cash
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Coinme Introduces 6 Additional Crypto Instant Trading by Cash

Besides Bitcoin, users can purchase Chainlink, Dogecoin, Ethereum, Litecoin, Lumens, and Polygon at Coinme-enabled kiosks.

Bank of America Believes Bitcoin Could Mean More Money for Salvadorans
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Bank of America Believes Bitcoin Could Mean More Money for Salvadorans

Bank of America, a leading US-based multinational investment bank, acknowledged that Bitcoin (BTC) could trigger a progressive digitalization of the financial system translating to more money for workers in El Salvador.

Crypto Trading Volume Picks Up as Bitcoin Breaches $40K Level
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Crypto Trading Volume Picks Up as Bitcoin Breaches $40K Level

After dropping to lows of $38.5K over the Easter weekend, Bitcoin has gained momentum and breached the psychological price of $40,000 based on an uptick in trading volume.

eToro's Survey Reveals 40% of Millennials Could Favor Crypto Investment In Recession
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eToro's Survey Reveals 40% of Millennials Could Favor Crypto Investment In Recession

A survey by eToro has revealed that 40% of Millennials could favor cryptocurrency investment if a recession was instigated by the US-China trade war.

Bitcoin Mild Volatility Lower than the Other Leading Cryptocurrencies in 2021
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Bitcoin Mild Volatility Lower than the Other Leading Cryptocurrencies in 2021

Crypto analytic firm CryptoCompare acknowledged that BTC’s volatility had been relatively lower compared to other leading cryptocurrencies, such as Ethereum (ETH), Ripple (XRP), and Cardano (ADA).

Bank of Thailand Tests its Central Bank Digital Currency with Large Businesses Before Official Debut
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Bank of Thailand Tests its Central Bank Digital Currency with Large Businesses Before Official Debut

The Bank of Thailand (BoT), Thai’s central bank, is already utilizing its central bank digital currency (CBDC) for financial transactions with various big businesses. This development ushers in the third development phase of the nation’s CBDC before a public debut.

Can Cryptocurrencies Help Solve the Global Environmental Crisis?
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Can Cryptocurrencies Help Solve the Global Environmental Crisis?

Cryptocurrencies have come a long way since the inception of Bitcoin in 2009. From being viewed as a mere experiment, they have become a mainstream asset class with a market capitalization of over $2 trillion. However, as the popularity of cryptocurrencies continues to grow, so does the scrutiny surrounding their environmental impact.

Crypto Is Entering the Early Stages of Mainstream Adoption, says Kraken CEO
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Crypto Is Entering the Early Stages of Mainstream Adoption, says Kraken CEO

Jesse Powell, the co-founder and CEO of crypto exchange Kraken, believes that the crypto sector is in its early stages of mainstream adoption.

Retail Investment Slips as New Bitcoin Addresses Drop
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Retail Investment Slips as New Bitcoin Addresses Drop

Retail investment in the Bitcoin (BTC) market seems to have dried up based on the drop in new addresses.

Bitcoin Needs to Hold the $36K-$37K Support Level, Avoid Further Downward Momentum
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Bitcoin Needs to Hold the $36K-$37K Support Level, Avoid Further Downward Momentum

To avoid a further slip, Bitcoin needs to hold the zone between $36,000 and $37,000.

Binance Raises $500m Crypto Fund to Enhance Blockchain & Web3 Adoption
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Binance Raises $500m Crypto Fund to Enhance Blockchain & Web3 Adoption

Binance has raised $500 million funds to invest in projects that propel crypto use cases and aid the adoption of blockchain and Web3 technologies.

Bitcoin Might Get More Volatility by the End of the Week, Market Analyst Reveals
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Bitcoin Might Get More Volatility by the End of the Week, Market Analyst Reveals

Market analyst Lark Davis believes that Bitcoin might get more volatility as the week comes to an end based on the formatting of a triangle pattern.

Bitcoin Eyes for a Clear Direction amid the Mist
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Bitcoin Eyes for a Clear Direction amid the Mist

BTC traders are waiting for the next significant movement in either direction, as acknowledged by on-chain metrics provider Santiment.

Goldman Sachs Applies for a DeFi and Blockchain ETF to Optimize Investment Results
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Goldman Sachs Applies for a DeFi and Blockchain ETF to Optimize Investment Results

Banking giant Goldman Sachs applied for an exchange-traded fund (ETF) with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission intended to maximize investment results based on the performance of the Solactive DeFi and Blockchain index.

Tether Says No Chinese Commercial Papers Holding on its Reserve
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Tether Says No Chinese Commercial Papers Holding on its Reserve

Tether Holdings Ltd, the USDT stablecoin issuer, has once again rebutted growing rumours about the composition of its reserve base. The issuer said they have no Renminbi holdings on its reserve.

Helium Network to Migrate to Solana Blockchain
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Helium Network to Migrate to Solana Blockchain

Helium will migrate to Solana and install Oracles on March 27.

Bitcoin Hit Lows of $42K, following the Liquidation of $2.2B in 12 Hours
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Bitcoin Hit Lows of $42K, following the Liquidation of $2.2B in 12 Hours

Over the weekend, Bitcoin (BTC) plunged to lows of $42,000 based on massive liquidations. Variant Omicron strain and overleveraged market were attributed to this round of chain liquidations.

Myanmar says Cryptocurrencies are Banned, but Local Users Disagree
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Myanmar says Cryptocurrencies are Banned, but Local Users Disagree

Even though the Myanmar government said earlier this month that Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies are not legal tenders in the country, fanatics continue to interact with the technology.

Bitcoin Retreats to Around $30k: Decoding the Technical Indicators and Regulatory Factors
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Bitcoin Retreats to Around $30k: Decoding the Technical Indicators and Regulatory Factors

In today's market developments, Bitcoin has retracted to around $30k, weighed down by various technical factors and a series of recent regulatory interventions.

Double Bottom Pattern Playing Out in the Bitcoin Market, Is $50K in Sight?
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Double Bottom Pattern Playing Out in the Bitcoin Market, Is $50K in Sight?

A double bottom pattern continues to play out in the BTC market because the leading cryptocurrency has remained steadfast above the psychological price of $40,000 for the past few days.

Bitcoin Miners Have Transformed to Holders and Buyers Since 2020
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Bitcoin Miners Have Transformed to Holders and Buyers Since 2020

Bitcoin miners have emerged as notable holders and buyers in the crypto space, which signifies a behavioral change.

Is Fed’s Interest Rate Hike the Biggest Impediment to Bitcoin’s Bullish Outlook?
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Is Fed’s Interest Rate Hike the Biggest Impediment to Bitcoin’s Bullish Outlook?

With speculations high that the Federal Reserve (Fed) will increase the interest rate by 75 basis points (bps) on June 15 to tame inflation, this might dent Bitcoin’s bullish outlook as the leading cryptocurrency continues to trade at an 18-month low.

India’s Finance Minister Says Crypto Ban May not Happen and Government May Experiment with New Technologies
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India’s Finance Minister Says Crypto Ban May not Happen and Government May Experiment with New Technologies

India’s Finance Minister, Nirmala Sitharaman, has revealed that the government is not intending to completely ban cryptocurrencies.

Institutional Investors Pump $429 Million Into Crypto as Bitcoin Steals the Show
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Institutional Investors Pump $429 Million Into Crypto as Bitcoin Steals the Show

In the past one week, institutional investors pumped a whopping $429 million into crypto funds and products, with GrayScale taking the bulk at $336.3 million.

Bitcoin Should Breakthrough $44.5K Level to Create Higher High
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Bitcoin Should Breakthrough $44.5K Level to Create Higher High

Having broken the high resistance level between $38,000 and $40,000, Bitcoin needs to shatter the $44,500 area so that a higher high can be created for a sustained upward momentum.

Crypto Investors Looks More Attractive and Desirable on Dating Apps, Survey Shows
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Crypto Investors Looks More Attractive and Desirable on Dating Apps, Survey Shows

A study shows that crypto investors could be more attractive or competitive in the dating market, but it might not be a good choice to choose NFT as your profile picture.

Azuki's Twitter Account Hacked, Over $750,000 Stolen
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Azuki's Twitter Account Hacked, Over $750,000 Stolen

Azuki, a popular nonfungible token project, had its Twitter account hacked, stealing almost $750K in USDC in 30 minutes.

Bitcoin Addresses Holding Between 100 and 10,000 BTC Hit a 7-Week High
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Bitcoin Addresses Holding Between 100 and 10,000 BTC Hit a 7-Week High

BTC addresses holding between 100 and 10,000 BTC have been on a spending spree, given that they have added 90,000 BTC to their portfolio, as acknowledged by on-chain metrics provider Santiment.

Paypal CEO Dan Schulman Doubles Down on Crypto Future Potential
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Paypal CEO Dan Schulman Doubles Down on Crypto Future Potential

Paypal’s Chief Executive Officer Dan Schulman said he is excited about the future of digital currencies and their inherent role in the payments ecosystem.

Institutional Bitcoin Adoption in Asia is Making a Big Step Forward
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Institutional Bitcoin Adoption in Asia is Making a Big Step Forward

Bitcoin adoption in Asia is taking a new turn as more institutional investors are joining the network.

Billionaire Ray Dalio believes that fiat is in jeopardy
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Billionaire Ray Dalio believes that fiat is in jeopardy

A Bitcoin admirer said the billionaire is close to "really understanding Bitcoin."

JPMorgan Backs Bitcoin to Rise 28%, Saying Cryptos are Preferred Alternative Asset
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JPMorgan Backs Bitcoin to Rise 28%, Saying Cryptos are Preferred Alternative Asset

In its latest report, JPMorgan gives Bitcoin a higher valuation. The bank is also more bullish on cryptocurrencies than other traditional financial assets.

Circle Plans to Increase Workforce by 15-25%
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Circle Plans to Increase Workforce by 15-25%

Circle's $42 billion USDC is the second-largest stablecoin behind Tether's USDT.

Crypto is Becoming the Lifeline for Ordinary Russians, Coinbase CEO Says
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Crypto is Becoming the Lifeline for Ordinary Russians, Coinbase CEO Says

Meanwhile, as the war between Russia and Ukraine ravages, Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong believes that cryptocurrencies are emerging as the lifeline for Russians as the nation faces heavy sanctions.

Is Bitcoin Market Sentiment Shifting from Fear to Capitulation?
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Is Bitcoin Market Sentiment Shifting from Fear to Capitulation?

As Bitcoin (BTC) continues hovering around the $20K zone, market sentiment might be changing from fear to capitulation.

American Bank Inks Deal with Bakkt, Offering Trading & Holding of Tokens
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American Bank Inks Deal with Bakkt, Offering Trading & Holding of Tokens

To offer customers the option of accessing Bitcoin and Ethereum using their bank accounts, American Bank has partnered with Bakkt.

U.S. President Joe Biden's administration released a statement on Jan 27
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U.S. President Joe Biden's administration released a statement on Jan 27

The White House developed a "road plan" to mitigate bitcoin concerns via congressional initiatives.

Vanity Rolls Out Solution Enabling Crypto Users to Customize their Wallets
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Vanity Rolls Out Solution Enabling Crypto Users to Customize their Wallets

For a more personalized experience in the crypto space, Vanity Global has developed a blockchain-based technology that generates a custom prefix of not more than 11 leading characters for any crypto wallet.

Bitcoin Transaction Volume Hit a 3-Month Low of $3.014 Billion
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Bitcoin Transaction Volume Hit a 3-Month Low of $3.014 Billion

Bitcoin (BTC) gained momentum in the last 24 hours to trade at $37,200, and the transaction volume also hit a 3-month low of $3.014 billion.

Bitcoin Enters the Deepest Phase of the Current Bear Cycle as Price Slips to an 18-Month Low
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Bitcoin Enters the Deepest Phase of the Current Bear Cycle as Price Slips to an 18-Month Low

After briefly slipping to the $21K zone, Bitcoin (BTC) continues to trade at levels last seen in December 2020. Glassnode believes BTC is entering the deepest part of the present bear cycle, given that even long-term holders are experiencing losses.

South Korean Banks Earns More Than Double Revenue from Crypto Transactions in Q2
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South Korean Banks Earns More Than Double Revenue from Crypto Transactions in Q2

Despite heavy fluctuations in the cryptocurrency market in the second quarter of this year, South Korean banks enjoyed a sharp increase in revenue from crypto transaction fees.

Over 50% Crypto Investors Backup Security Keys by Paper Wallets, Threatening its Vulnerability
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Over 50% Crypto Investors Backup Security Keys by Paper Wallets, Threatening its Vulnerability

New research by Unstoppable Domains, Efani, and NGRAVE found that more than half of crypto investors at 54% store their security keys on a paper wallet amid intensified cyber attacks.

Crypto Addresses Holding At Least 100 Ethereum Hit 19-Month Low as 8.2% of Circulating ETH Locked in DeFi
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Crypto Addresses Holding At Least 100 Ethereum Hit 19-Month Low as 8.2% of Circulating ETH Locked in DeFi

New data by on-chain data provider Glassnode reveals that the number of crypto addresses holding more than 100 ETH has hit a 19-month low of 45,518.

Ethereum Hits 6-Week High amid Addresses in Profitability Surging
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Ethereum Hits 6-Week High amid Addresses in Profitability Surging

Ethereum reached highs of $1,770; a scenario has last seen on June 10 as more momentum continued trickling into the network.

Why Bitcoin's Price Rebound Could Signify a Market Bottom
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Why Bitcoin's Price Rebound Could Signify a Market Bottom

Since July, Bitcoin market mood is strong. Analysts think Bitcoin's recent price rise may indicate a greater breakthrough. Investor sentiment spiked three times since 2021, most recently in January.

As it Happened: Binance Denies Ripping Off $1 million From a User's Account
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As it Happened: Binance Denies Ripping Off $1 million From a User's Account

Binance, one of the largest crypto exchanges based on trade volume, has hit back at embezzlement claims made in November 2018 after it froze a user’s account with crypto assets worth $1 million. It claims that its actions were based on a tip-off by the South Korean police to return the funds to a scam victim.

Following Market Crash, BoE Governor Says Crypto Has No Intrinsic Value
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Following Market Crash, BoE Governor Says Crypto Has No Intrinsic Value

Bank of England governor Andrew Bailey once again raised a warning on cryptocurrencies after the latest market slide, arguing that cryptocurrencies are not a practical means of payment, even though he considers blockchain technology undoubtedly important.

The Importance of Embedded Finance in Today's Fintech World
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The Importance of Embedded Finance in Today's Fintech World

Banking, lending, insurance, payments, and branded credit cards are popular integrated financial products.

NFT Sales Slide to a 12-Month Low Amid Crypto Meltdown
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NFT Sales Slide to a 12-Month Low Amid Crypto Meltdown

The bloodbath in the crypto market has contributed to sales in the non-fungible token (NFT) sector slipping to a 12-month low, according to crypto analytic firm Chainalysis.

Binance linked to illegal cryptocurrency platform Bitzlato
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Binance linked to illegal cryptocurrency platform Bitzlato

Binance is related to Bitzlato, according to FinCEN. The obscure platform collected $206 million from darknet marketplaces, $224 million through frauds, and $9 million from ransomware perpetrators.

Bitcoin Gains Momentum Based on Positive CPI Numbers
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Bitcoin Gains Momentum Based on Positive CPI Numbers

After slipping to lows of $15.5K amid FTX’s liquidity crunch, Bitcoin gained momentum based on positive consumer price index (CPI) numbers released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Ethereum is Experiencing Consistent Supply Depletion Due to Massive Exchange Withdrawals
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Ethereum is Experiencing Consistent Supply Depletion Due to Massive Exchange Withdrawals

Ethereum is leaving crypto exchanges, causing a huge supply deficit.

Russians Under Sanctions Using Crypto to Launder Money: Elliptic Report
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Russians Under Sanctions Using Crypto to Launder Money: Elliptic Report

Russians with strong social connections, who are under international sanctions for the invasion of Ukraine, have been using cryptocurrencies to launder their wealth, according to a report.

Blockchain Favored by Andrew Yang, America’s 2020 Presidential Hopeful
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Blockchain Favored by Andrew Yang, America’s 2020 Presidential Hopeful

Andrew Yang, one of the US Presidential election's hopeful, has asserted that blockchain should be embraced in the voting system.

Bitcoin on Exchanges Slip as Long-Term Holders Stay Put
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Bitcoin on Exchanges Slip as Long-Term Holders Stay Put

Bitcoin (BTC) balance on crypto exchanges continues to dip, which is bullish because BTC cannot be easily liquidated and this reduces the selling pressure.

Bitcoin is Eyeing a New All-Time High This Week, says Market Analyst
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Bitcoin is Eyeing a New All-Time High This Week, says Market Analyst

Market analyst Lark Davis believes that Bitcoin is getting ready to hit a new all-time high (ATH) this week.

Bitcoin’s Sentiment on Twitter Remains Negative, Which Could Signal a Price Upswing
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Bitcoin’s Sentiment on Twitter Remains Negative, Which Could Signal a Price Upswing

The consolidation period in the Bitcoin market continues making a negative sentiment on Twitter, and this trend could trigger an upward momentum, which could find many by surprise.

Retail Investment in Bitcoin Dries Up as Price Hovers Below $50K on NY's Eve
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Retail Investment in Bitcoin Dries Up as Price Hovers Below $50K on NY's Eve

Retail interest in the Bitcoin (BTC) market has been down-trending as Google search volume hit yearly lows.

Ethereum Supply on Exchanges Diminish to 12%, Signifying a Holding Culture
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Ethereum Supply on Exchanges Diminish to 12%, Signifying a Holding Culture

Despite retracing from an all-time high (ATH) price of $4,860 recorded earlier this month, Ethereum supply on exchanges continues to nosedive.

Tables Turn for Japanese Man After Being Convicted for Secretly Installing a Crypto Mining Program
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Tables Turn for Japanese Man After Being Convicted for Secretly Installing a Crypto Mining Program

The Tokyo High Court has dismissed the acquittal of a 32-year-old Japanese man who had been let off the hook by the Yokohama District Court in March 2019 after being accused of unlawfully inserting a cryptocurrency mining program dubbed Coinhive.

The United Kingdom's Financial Conduct Authority is cracking down on unregistered cryptocurrency
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The United Kingdom's Financial Conduct Authority is cracking down on unregistered cryptocurrency

West Yorkshire crypto ATM operators were penalized by the Financial Conduct Authority.

Bitcoin’s Bear Trap Might be Over as Price Jumps to New ATH of $66,952
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Bitcoin’s Bear Trap Might be Over as Price Jumps to New ATH of $66,952

Market analyst Lark Davis Believed that the bear trap experienced in the BTC market might be over, along with reaching a new ATH of the Bitcoin's price.

The luxury fashion brands that have entered the world of cryptocurrencies
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The luxury fashion brands that have entered the world of cryptocurrencies

There are many reasons why consumers navigate towards luxury goods in ever-increasing numbers. While the hefty price tags are often enough to deter many shoppers from purchasing, others are ready to spend the extra cash for something of superior quality.

Ethereum’s Daily Active Addresses Surpass Bitcoin for the First Time in Crypto History
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Ethereum’s Daily Active Addresses Surpass Bitcoin for the First Time in Crypto History

ETH made history by surpassing Bitcoin’s daily active addresses, as acknowledged by crypto analytic firm Santiment.

FDIC Says Deposits and Cryptos at Non-Bank Entities Are Uninsured
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FDIC Says Deposits and Cryptos at Non-Bank Entities Are Uninsured

The FDIC said that the public should be aware that deposit insurance does not cover non-bank entities and non-deposit products, including speculative acts such as stocks and cryptocurrencies.

Bitcoin Flows into Ethereum Network and Corporate Treasuries as WBTC
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Bitcoin Flows into Ethereum Network and Corporate Treasuries as WBTC

Throughout 2021, Bitcoin’s circulating supply has experienced significant changes as part of it has flowed into the Ethereum (ETH) network, exchange-traded investment vehicles, and corporate treasuries in the form of WBTC.

Binance Acquisition of CoinMarketCap for $400M Just a Stone’s Throw Away
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Binance Acquisition of CoinMarketCap for $400M Just a Stone’s Throw Away

Binance, one of the largest crypto exchanges globally, is reportedly ready to splash out nearly $400 million USD to attain CoinMarketCap, the most popular crypto data aggregator. It is alleged that the deal is in the final stages, and it is just a matter of time before it is revealed later this week.

Long-Term Holder Supply Shock Ratio Breaks Record as Bitcoin's Price Hits 6-Month High of $60K
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Long-Term Holder Supply Shock Ratio Breaks Record as Bitcoin's Price Hits 6-Month High of $60K

On-chain analyst Will Clemente believes the next few months will be wild to Bitcoin, given that the long-term holder supply shock ratio is at an all-time high (ATH).

Nearly 25% of Small Businesses in 9 Countries Intend to Roll Out Crypto Payment Option: Visa
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Nearly 25% of Small Businesses in 9 Countries Intend to Roll Out Crypto Payment Option: Visa

Payment giant Visa conducts a study indicating that almost a quarter of small businesses spread across 9 nations intend to introduce the crypto payment option this year.

Investors Remain Optimistic about Crypto Market’s Future Despite Meltdown: CoinLoan
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Investors Remain Optimistic about Crypto Market’s Future Despite Meltdown: CoinLoan

A study undertaken by crypto business CoinLoan shows that most investors are still bullish about the cryptocurrency market's future despite the challenges witnessed.

PayPal Officially Confirms that It is Acquiring Crypto Custody Firm Curv
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PayPal Officially Confirms that It is Acquiring Crypto Custody Firm Curv

PayPal Inc. has officially confirmed its plans to acquire the crypto startup company Curv.

Capital Inflows into Crypto Investment Products, Hit a 3-Month High of $193m
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Capital Inflows into Crypto Investment Products, Hit a 3-Month High of $193m

In the past week, inflows into crypto investment products reached $193 million. A scenario last seen in mid-December 2021, according to digital asset management firm Coinshares.

Ethereum’s Network Revenue Shot up by 1,777% Last Annual Year
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Ethereum’s Network Revenue Shot up by 1,777% Last Annual Year

Ethereum network revenue rose 1,777% from $231.41 million to $4.34 billion, according to market insight provider Bankless.

Bitcoin's Illiquid Supply Continues to Grow - What This Means
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Bitcoin's Illiquid Supply Continues to Grow - What This Means

Crypto trader Carl Martin believes that Bitcoin (BTC) may be getting ready for a monumental move because the current price correction may be a temporary pullback before BTC surges higher.

KPMG Partners with Coin Metrics to Boost Institutional Crypto Adoption
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KPMG Partners with Coin Metrics to Boost Institutional Crypto Adoption

KPMG has teamed up with Coin Metrics to enhance institutional adoption of blockchain and cryptoassets offering proprietary analytics, trusted data & insights.

Brevan Howard Is Launching a New Business Unit Focused on Crypto
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Brevan Howard Is Launching a New Business Unit Focused on Crypto

UK Hedge Fund Firm Brevan Howard is developing a dedicated business unit for cryptocurrency investments. The company has hired a crypto talent to manage investments in cryptocurrencies and digital assets.

Binance Launches Tax Reporting Tool to Help Users Comply with Local regulations
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Binance Launches Tax Reporting Tool to Help Users Comply with Local regulations

Binance Tax is offered to Binance.com customers in France and Canada, with more territories to come.

Bitcoin Mining Geographical Distribution Shifts as U.S. Becoming the Biggest Beneficiary
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Bitcoin Mining Geographical Distribution Shifts as U.S. Becoming the Biggest Beneficiary

BTC mining is becoming more geographically distributed after China's clampdown on Bitcoin mining recently.

Burnt Ethereum Edges Closer to a Billion-Dollar Value
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Burnt Ethereum Edges Closer to a Billion-Dollar Value

After the London Hardfork or EIP 1559 upgrade went live on August 5, the first-ever deflationary block on the Ethereum network occurred because scarcity was introduced every time Ether was burnt after being used in transactions.

China to Award DCEP Worth $1.5 Million to Shenzhen Residents to Test Digital Yuan
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China to Award DCEP Worth $1.5 Million to Shenzhen Residents to Test Digital Yuan

China’s central bank, the People's Bank of China (PBOC), has teamed up with Shenzhen city to distribute DCEP worth 10 million yuan, approximately $1.5 million to residents.

Digital Currencies and Tokenization Might be a Dominant Factor in the Future, says DBS CEO
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Digital Currencies and Tokenization Might be a Dominant Factor in the Future, says DBS CEO

Piyush Gupta, the CEO of Singaporean multinational banking corporation DBS, believes that the digital currencies and tokenization of assets is now a reality, which might be a dominant factor in the future.

Is USDC’s Value Posed to Surpass that of USDT This Year?
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Is USDC’s Value Posed to Surpass that of USDT This Year?

As the stablecoin arena gains steam, the supremacy battle between Tether (USDT) and USD Coin (USDC) continues to rage on.

Bitcoin Recovers from Plunge Triggered by Confirmation Hearing for SEC Chair Nominee Gary Gensler
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Bitcoin Recovers from Plunge Triggered by Confirmation Hearing for SEC Chair Nominee Gary Gensler

Bitcoin (BTC) dipped after Gary Gensler said that it was a challenge for the SEC to keep cryptocurrency markets free of fraud.

Tim Draper's Venture Studio Launches New WordPress Plugin for Anyone to Host a Cryptocurrency Exchange
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Tim Draper's Venture Studio Launches New WordPress Plugin for Anyone to Host a Cryptocurrency Exchange

Tim Draper’s venture studio has launched a new WordPress plugin, which makes it possible for anyone to create a cryptocurrency exchange on a WordPress-based website. Established in 2018, Goren Holm Ventures is an incubator/accelerator firm based in Santa Monica, California. A well-known investor and venture capitalist, Tim Draper, partnered with Goren Holm Ventures in 2019 and later rebranded it as Draper Goren Holm. The firm focuses on incubating and accelerating blockchain and crypto startups.

Bitcoin’s Dominance Skyrockets as Market Capitalization Tops $1 Trillion
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Bitcoin’s Dominance Skyrockets as Market Capitalization Tops $1 Trillion

On-chain metrics provider Santiment believes Bitcoin’s dominance and price have been driven by a surge in token circulation.

Ethereum Exchange Inflow Volume Hit a Monthly Low of $34.27 Million
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Ethereum Exchange Inflow Volume Hit a Monthly Low of $34.27 Million

According to digital asset firm Glassnode, Ethereum exchange inflow volume reached a 1-month low of $34,277,495.88.

Argentina Halts Crypto Operations Undertaken by Financial Institutions
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Argentina Halts Crypto Operations Undertaken by Financial Institutions

Days after Argentina’s largest private bank Banco Galicia opened crypto trading services, the nation’s central bank cracked the whip by banning financial institutions from carrying out crypto transactions.

A Breakout May Happen in the Bitcoin Market Soon, says Market Analyst
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A Breakout May Happen in the Bitcoin Market Soon, says Market Analyst

Market analyst Michael van de Poppe believes that a breakout might happen in the Bitcoin market in the course of the week because the volume is draining down.

Large Bitcoin Transactions Worth More Than $100K Go Through The Roof
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Large Bitcoin Transactions Worth More Than $100K Go Through The Roof

Large Bitcoin transactions have been on an uptrend, indicating institutional investments and whale activities.

How Bitcoin Donations Supported the Noble Cause of Taming Australian Bushfires
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How Bitcoin Donations Supported the Noble Cause of Taming Australian Bushfires

The harm caused by the Australian bushfires necessitated immediate response, and the Crypto Fire Alliance, a group of Australian and international blockchain and cryptocurrency businesses, stepped in to curb the situation through philanthropy.

Bitcoin Investors are "Buying the Dip" in Anticipation of a Bounce Back to $55K in Six Months, Morning Consult Study Shows
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Bitcoin Investors are "Buying the Dip" in Anticipation of a Bounce Back to $55K in Six Months, Morning Consult Study Shows

Bitcoin investors are still optimistic because they continue stacking with the expectation that the price will rebound to the $55,223 level in six months, according to a study by data intelligence company Morning Consult.

Bitcoin Whales not Throwing in the Towel, Accumulating 60K BTCs in Last 2 Months
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Bitcoin Whales not Throwing in the Towel, Accumulating 60K BTCs in Last 2 Months

Bitcoin might not have found its right footing since the start of the year, but this has not discouraged whale addresses from accumulating more coins.

Bitcoin Mining Pools Negatively Impacted as Northwest China Undergoes a Complete Blackout
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Bitcoin Mining Pools Negatively Impacted as Northwest China Undergoes a Complete Blackout

The hashrate of various Bitcoin (BTC) mining pools dropped based on the blackout experienced in Northwest China, as acknowledged by pseudonymous Chinese journalist Wu Blockchain.

UAE's YallaMarket Now Accepts Crypto Payments
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UAE's YallaMarket Now Accepts Crypto Payments

YallaMarket, a grocery delivery startup in the United Arab Emirates, has announced it has started accepting crypto payments for its services.

Ethereum Fees Have Grown 10-Fold Since Q4 2020, Showing High Demand and Willingness to Pay
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Ethereum Fees Have Grown 10-Fold Since Q4 2020, Showing High Demand and Willingness to Pay

Gas fees in the Ethereum network have increased ten times since the fourth quarter of 2020.

Bitcoin Funding Hits a Monthly Low as Consolidation Continues
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Bitcoin Funding Hits a Monthly Low as Consolidation Continues

The consolidating Bitcoin market has been partly prompted by funding rates hitting a monthly low.

PwC Report: Asian Institutional Investors Opt for Third-Party Custody Solutions for Digital Assets
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PwC Report: Asian Institutional Investors Opt for Third-Party Custody Solutions for Digital Assets

A joint report by Aspen Digital and PwC titled "State of Digital Asset Custody - Understanding and implementing digital asset custody for institutional investors" reveals a rising demand for institutional-grade digital asset custody solutions among family offices, high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs), and external asset managers (EAMs) in Asia.

Are Institutional Investments Fueling Correlation Between Crypto and Stock Markets?
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Are Institutional Investments Fueling Correlation Between Crypto and Stock Markets?

With macroeconomic factors like interest rate hikes affecting both stocks and crypto, this begs the question: are institutional investments propelling the correlation between the two markets?

13.38% of Bitcoin’s Money Supply Has Now Moved Between $31K and $40K
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13.38% of Bitcoin’s Money Supply Has Now Moved Between $31K and $40K

On-chain analyst William Clemente III disclosed that 13.38% of Bitcoin’s circulating supply standing at 18.73 million BTC has moved between the $31k and $40k range.

Russian National Extradited to the U.S. to Face Crypto Money Laundering Charges
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Russian National Extradited to the U.S. to Face Crypto Money Laundering Charges

Alexander Vinnik, a Russian national accused of running an illegal crypto exchange BTC-e was extradited to the United States to face fraud charges.

Bitcoin Looks Set to Make the Highest Weekly Surge Since March
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Bitcoin Looks Set to Make the Highest Weekly Surge Since March

Bitcoin (BTC) has been sluggish for the past couple of weeks, but this might change because it is on course for its highest weekly gain since March.

Bitcoin’s Average Coin Dormancy Hits a 3-Month High
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Bitcoin’s Average Coin Dormancy Hits a 3-Month High

Bitcoin's average coin dormancy has been going through the roof based on the current consolidating market.

India Considers Banning Crypto Trading Which Could Impact 1.7 Million Dependent Local Traders
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India Considers Banning Crypto Trading Which Could Impact 1.7 Million Dependent Local Traders

The federal cabinet in India is expected to discuss a new bill that could once again ban cryptocurrency trading in the nation.

Federal Reserve's 2024 Interest Rate Pause: A Boost for Cryptocurrencies and Stocks
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Federal Reserve's 2024 Interest Rate Pause: A Boost for Cryptocurrencies and Stocks

The US Federal Reserve's decision to pause interest rates in 2024 signals a positive shift for cryptocurrencies and stocks, with significant gains in the market and a rally in the S&P 500.

Mercedes F1 Team Terminates FTX Partnership
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Mercedes F1 Team Terminates FTX Partnership

Mercedes formula one (F1) team suspended its sponsorship deal with troubled crypto exchange FTX.

Chainalysis Research: Crypto Assets Worth $50 Billion Exited China in 2019
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Chainalysis Research: Crypto Assets Worth $50 Billion Exited China in 2019

Tether and cryptocurrency assets valued at nearly $50 billion left China in 2019 according to Chainalysis.

Bitcoins Used in Facebook Scheme to Scam Suicidal Victims Into Buying Drugs
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Bitcoins Used in Facebook Scheme to Scam Suicidal Victims Into Buying Drugs

A cybercriminal ring operation has been inciting Facebook users to employ Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, in exchange for drugs. This investigative report from the UK depicts the strategic techniques used to track down the unknown villains operating behind this devious scheme.

Thousands of Solana Wallets Hacked, Estimates of Damage Unclear
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Thousands of Solana Wallets Hacked, Estimates of Damage Unclear

The hack on Wednesday was executed after a flaw was exploited to suck out cryptocurrencies from 8,000 crypto wallets where owners stored their funds, the Solana Foundation announced.

HKSFC to Hire 4 More Staff to Supervise Crypto
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HKSFC to Hire 4 More Staff to Supervise Crypto

The statement states that more operators want to use virtual assets.

Russian Finance Ministry Believes Crypto Should be Regulated not Banned
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Russian Finance Ministry Believes Crypto Should be Regulated not Banned

The Ministry of Finance in Russia believes that the ban on crypto-assets should be shelved. Proper regulations would provide both transparency and protection to citizens.

A High Correlation Regime Between Bitcoin and Ethereum Persisted Since 2018
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A High Correlation Regime Between Bitcoin and Ethereum Persisted Since 2018

Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) have had a strong correlation since 2018, despite the emergence of a new bull run last year, as acknowledged by crypto data provider Skew.

Bitcoin Supply Held by Long-Term Holders Hit ATH as BTC Exchange Outflows Dominated
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Bitcoin Supply Held by Long-Term Holders Hit ATH as BTC Exchange Outflows Dominated

Long-term holders have emerged to be significant players in the Bitcoin ecosystem as their accumulation continues to scale the heights.

Burnt Ether Tops $2B as Ethereum 2.0 Deposit Contract Continues to Grow
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Burnt Ether Tops $2B as Ethereum 2.0 Deposit Contract Continues to Grow

Burnt Ether stands at 608,567 ETH worth $2.089 billion since the London Hardfork or EIP 1559 upgrade went live on August 5.

MAS Proposes New Regulations to Tighten Crypto Business Activities
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MAS Proposes New Regulations to Tighten Crypto Business Activities

The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has published a consultation paper proposing a new set of regulations that may stiffen the emergence and activities of crypto industries in the country. Despite the proactive strides of the MAS towards the development of the country’s central bank digital currency (CBDC), the apex bank is set to reinforce its regulations on digital currencies.

Bancor 3 Integrates Over 100 Tokens to Enhance DeFi Liquidity
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Bancor 3 Integrates Over 100 Tokens to Enhance DeFi Liquidity

Bancor 3, a DeFi liquidity solution by decentralized trading protocol Bancor, has incorporated more than 100 tokens, such as USD Coin (USDC), Polygon (MATIC), and Enjin (ENJ), for more sustainable and safer DeFi yields through community sourcing.

Web2 and Web3 tools are merging as crypto-backed debit cards
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Web2 and Web3 tools are merging as crypto-backed debit cards

The Bit2Me card supports eight cryptocurrencies, including BTC, ETH, ADA, and SOL, with more anticipated later this year.

Ethereum's Revenue Hit $9.9B in 2021 as ETH Emerges as the Most Searched Project
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Ethereum's Revenue Hit $9.9B in 2021 as ETH Emerges as the Most Searched Project

Ethereum (ETH) scaled the heights in 2021 by generating revenue to the tune of $9.9 billion thanks to a couple of use cases on its network.

Ethereum Exploded by More than 17.4% over the Weekend as Transaction Fees Recorded 205.99% Monthly Growth
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Ethereum Exploded by More than 17.4% over the Weekend as Transaction Fees Recorded 205.99% Monthly Growth

New data by on-chain data provider Santiment reveals that the uptrend over the weekend made Ethereum increase by more than 17.4%.

Binance Provides Blockchain Education to Francophone Africa, Narrowing the Financial Gap
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Binance Provides Blockchain Education to Francophone Africa, Narrowing the Financial Gap

To offer lifelong financial and career development to French-speaking Africans, leading crypto exchange Binance is offering blockchain education in Cameroon and Francophone Africa.

Former Nissan CEO Paid Crypto Worth $500,000 to Flee Financial Charges in Japan
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Former Nissan CEO Paid Crypto Worth $500,000 to Flee Financial Charges in Japan

Carlos Ghosn, the former Nissan Motors CEO and chairman, paid cryptocurrency worth nearly $500,000 to escape criminal charges he was facing in Japan. This payment was made by his son Anthony Ghosn to American citizen Peter Taylor

Cuba's Central Bank Moves to Legalize Use of Cryptocurrencies
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Cuba's Central Bank Moves to Legalize Use of Cryptocurrencies

The Central Bank of Cuba has recently announced that it will legalize and regulate cryptocurrencies. Cuba has been rising interest in cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin partly under toughened American embargo rules on the nation.

Bitcoin Stands at Crucial Level of Support at the $45K Region
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Bitcoin Stands at Crucial Level of Support at the $45K Region

Market analyst Michael van de Poppe believes that Bitcoin has retraced to a crucial level of support at the $45K area.

Crypto Market Expanding in the Middle East, Says HashCash CEO
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Crypto Market Expanding in the Middle East, Says HashCash CEO

A paradigm shift is being witnessed in Middle East nations, especially the United Arab Emirates (UAE), because the region’s interests are changing from oil to crypto and metaverse.

Fidelity Study Shows 70% Institutional Investors Eyeing for the Crypto Market
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Fidelity Study Shows 70% Institutional Investors Eyeing for the Crypto Market

Despite institutional investment in the crypto market evaporating, a study conducted by Fidelity shows that 7 in 10 institutional investors are eyeing the crypto sector in the future, most of them intend to purchase digital assets.

G20 To Establish Standards For Global Crypto Regulatory Framework
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G20 To Establish Standards For Global Crypto Regulatory Framework

The Financial Stability Board, IMF, and BIS will propose worldwide crypto regulations.

Bitcoin’s Outflow from Exchanges still Heavy Despite Looming Correction, says Crypto Trader
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Bitcoin’s Outflow from Exchanges still Heavy Despite Looming Correction, says Crypto Trader

Veteran market and crypto trader Michael van de Poppe has noted that despite the current price correction, Bitcoin outflows from exchanges are still sizable.

Bitcoin’s Small to Mid-Sized Addresses Continue Going Through the Roof
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Bitcoin’s Small to Mid-Sized Addresses Continue Going Through the Roof

As Bitcoin continues hovering around the $19K zone, small to mid-sized addresses are scaling the heights, according to Santiment.

Top Executives at CoinMarketCap Quit Just Months After Binance Acquisition
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Top Executives at CoinMarketCap Quit Just Months After Binance Acquisition

Carylyne Chan, the interim CEO at leading crypto data provider CoinMarketCap is the latest executive to quit following her public announcement on August 31. The mass exodus from the company has been alarming because she follows the footsteps of four other top executives who have left the company just four months after it was purchased by Binance.

ETH Holdings on Exchanges Drops Below 18% in 31 Months
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ETH Holdings on Exchanges Drops Below 18% in 31 Months

ETH holders are still confident that an uptrend is in the offing as they have been withdrawing their holdings on crypto exchanges in droves, as acknowledged by crypto analytic firm Santiment.

Bitcoin Surges Above the 200 Day MA with the Confirmation of a Golden Cross
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Bitcoin Surges Above the 200 Day MA with the Confirmation of a Golden Cross

The current price surge in the Bitcoin market has pushed the leading cryptocurrency above the 200-day moving average (MA) and prompted the confirmation of a golden cross.

Bitcoin Miners’ Wallet Net Flows Are Increasingly Turning Negative
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Bitcoin Miners’ Wallet Net Flows Are Increasingly Turning Negative

Bitcoin (BTC) experienced a sharp correction that drove the price to lows of $30k . Some analysts believe that Bitcoin miners have been on the receiving end because the recent market crash slashed their profit margins.

Bahrain-Based Crypto Platform to Enable Real Estate Acquisition Using Crypto
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Bahrain-Based Crypto Platform to Enable Real Estate Acquisition Using Crypto

CoinMena, a Bahrain-based crypto asset service provider, has teamed up with Carlton Real Estate, to facilitate real estate purchases using cryptocurrencies.

Billionaire Chris Kirubi Warns Followers of Bitcoin Scammers Impersonating the Kenyan Tycoon
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Billionaire Chris Kirubi Warns Followers of Bitcoin Scammers Impersonating the Kenyan Tycoon

Dr. Chris Kirubi continues fighting against Bitcoin scams using his name as an endorsement.

Apple Seeks Crypto Talents In Charge Of Alternative Payments Business
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Apple Seeks Crypto Talents In Charge Of Alternative Payments Business

Apple Inc. is on the hunt to hire a business development manager with crypto experience in the alternative payment business.

Bitcoin Eyes $60,000 Based On the Formation of an Inverse Head & Shoulder Pattern
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Bitcoin Eyes $60,000 Based On the Formation of an Inverse Head & Shoulder Pattern

Crypto analyst Carl Martin has revealed that Bitcoin is eyeing the $60K price level based on the formation of an inverse head & shoulder pattern.

Celsius Network Slashes 25% of its Workforce amid Potential Insolvency
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Celsius Network Slashes 25% of its Workforce amid Potential Insolvency

Celsius Network’s woes continue to deepen because the crypto lending company has reduced its workforce by 150 employees, including those based in Israel.

Ethereum’s Growth Hit 1.53M New Addresses per Month in 2021
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Ethereum’s Growth Hit 1.53M New Addresses per Month in 2021

Ethereum capped 2021 on a high with a 399% annual return. This significant run can be linked to the fact that more participants joined the ETH network at a rate of 1.53 million new addresses monthly.

Democrat Andrew Yang Wants New York City to Be a Hub For Bitcoin and Crypto
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Democrat Andrew Yang Wants New York City to Be a Hub For Bitcoin and Crypto

Democratic candidate for the office of New York Mayor, Andrew Yang wants to turn the city into a hub for Bitcoin (BTC), and other cryptocurrencies.

Crypto Social Circles Welcome Bitcoin for Breaking the Psychological Price of $40K
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Crypto Social Circles Welcome Bitcoin for Breaking the Psychological Price of $40K

Breaching the high resistance zone between $38K and $40K has hyped up the crypto community.

South Korean Companies Adopt NFT Strategy to Attract the Younger Generation
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South Korean Companies Adopt NFT Strategy to Attract the Younger Generation

Non-fungible tokens (NFTs) have been endeared in the South Korean market as companies treat NFTs as one of the favourable marketing tools.

Ethereum’s All-Time High May Be Influenced by a Drop in ETH Gas Fees
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Ethereum’s All-Time High May Be Influenced by a Drop in ETH Gas Fees

On-chain metrics provider Santiment attributes the current ETH uptrend to a drop in Ethereum’s average fees.

Crypto Exchanges Have a Collective Responsibility to Educate Investors, Bitkub CEO Says
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Crypto Exchanges Have a Collective Responsibility to Educate Investors, Bitkub CEO Says

As part of collective responsibility, cryptocurrency exchanges should take up the mantle of enhancing financial knowledge about digital assets so that investors are aware of downside factors, according to Bitkub CEO Topp Jirayut Srupsrisopa.

Bitcoin Addresses Sent to Exchanges Record a Monthly Low as BTC Hits a 17-Day High
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Bitcoin Addresses Sent to Exchanges Record a Monthly Low as BTC Hits a 17-Day High

New data by Glassnode reveals that crypto addresses sending Bitcoin to exchanges have recorded a monthly low. What does this mean?

Mastercard Attains CipherTrace to Boost Security and Fraud Detection in the Crypto Ecosystem
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Mastercard Attains CipherTrace to Boost Security and Fraud Detection in the Crypto Ecosystem

Payment giant Mastercard announced the acquisition of CipherTrace to offer businesses powerful intelligence about the crypto economy as digital assets continue becoming more intertwined with daily activities.

PlusToken Crypto Scam Masterminds to Serve 11 Years in Prison
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PlusToken Crypto Scam Masterminds to Serve 11 Years in Prison

The ringleaders of the PlusToken Ponzi Scheme have been charged with 11 years of prison after they stole cryptocurrencies worth 14.8 billion yuan.

The Financial Stability Board (FSB) is pushing for international regulations
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The Financial Stability Board (FSB) is pushing for international regulations

Global standard-setting organisations are helping the Financial Stability Board evaluate DeFi legislation in numerous countries.

New Depositors of Ethereum 2.0 Hits All-Time High of 1,368
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New Depositors of Ethereum 2.0 Hits All-Time High of 1,368

Confidence in the Ethereum network continues to grow given that the number of new depositors to the ETH 2.0 contract hit an ATH of 1,368.

Ripple CEO Hints at Firm's Likely Move from US after DOJ Report
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Ripple CEO Hints at Firm's Likely Move from US after DOJ Report

Ripple's Chief Executive Officer has hinted that unfavorable regulations may force the company to relocate its headquarters out of the United States.

El Salvador Seeks To Be The First Country To Legalize Bitcoin as Legal Tender
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El Salvador Seeks To Be The First Country To Legalize Bitcoin as Legal Tender

El Salvador President Nayib Bukele intends to introduce a bill that would make Bitcoin legal tender.

Bitcoin Entities in Profit Skyrocket to 94.3% as Open Interest Soars
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Bitcoin Entities in Profit Skyrocket to 94.3% as Open Interest Soars

As Bitcoin (BTC) briefly touched the $55K level, a fate last seen in May, profitability in this market scaled to new heights.

Local Officials Set Ambitious Targets for Digital Yuan Transactions
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Local Officials Set Ambitious Targets for Digital Yuan Transactions

In 2022, the e-CNY processed $50.5 billion in municipal transactions.

Active Bitcoin Addresses Hit a 14-Month Low as Long-Term BTC Holders Continue Accumulating
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Active Bitcoin Addresses Hit a 14-Month Low as Long-Term BTC Holders Continue Accumulating

The number of active BTC addresses reached a 14-month low of 43,639.482, as revealed by on-chain metrics provider Glassnode.

Ethereum Supply Diminishes to a Record Low Amid ETH Breaking the Record at $4,400
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Ethereum Supply Diminishes to a Record Low Amid ETH Breaking the Record at $4,400

Ethereum’s record-breaking surge is being attributed to diminished supply and high token circulation.

Bitcoin Hits Two-Week High as Institutional Inflow Continues Trickling In
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Bitcoin Hits Two-Week High as Institutional Inflow Continues Trickling In

Bitcoin and Ethereum bullishness are back as more big-money bets keep flowing into cryptocurrencies.

David Rubenstein Says Cryptocurrencies Are Here to Stay Despite Price Crash
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David Rubenstein Says Cryptocurrencies Are Here to Stay Despite Price Crash

David Rubenstein remained bullish on cryptocurrencies, stating that the burgeoning asset class is not going away any time soon. Rubenstein said that there is an appetite for cryptocurrencies, thus serving as an alternative to the current traditional financial system.

Coinbase Still Holds 1.4m Bitcoin for Institutional Investors, Representing a Rise of 296% from Q4 2020
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Coinbase Still Holds 1.4m Bitcoin for Institutional Investors, Representing a Rise of 296% from Q4 2020

Despite the ups and downs experienced in the Bitcoin market since the fourth quarter of 2020, crypto exchange Coinbase continues to hold 1.4M BTC for institutional customers.

Bitcoin Transaction Volume Hits a Monthly High as Crypto Adoption Surged by Over 881% Last Year
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Bitcoin Transaction Volume Hits a Monthly High as Crypto Adoption Surged by Over 881% Last Year

Bitcoin experienced an uptick in transaction volume recently, given that it reached a 1-month high of 47,433.025 BTC. A research reflected global crypto adoption on the rise, boosted by P2P trading activites.

Ugandan Government Forms an Expert Task Force to Delve into Crypto Usage
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Ugandan Government Forms an Expert Task Force to Delve into Crypto Usage

The Ugandan government has formed a team of experts to research and offer guidance on digital financial operations, such as cryptocurrencies in the wake of recent crypto scams.

PayPal Payment Giant to Expand Cryptocurrency Offerings to UK Market Within Months
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PayPal Payment Giant to Expand Cryptocurrency Offerings to UK Market Within Months

PayPal has revealed a brief timeline, indicating the expansion of its crypto business to the UK market in a few months’ time.

Brazilian Banking Federation President Claims Crypto Cannot Replace Fiat Money
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Brazilian Banking Federation President Claims Crypto Cannot Replace Fiat Money

The President of Brazilian Banking Federation has argued that cryptocurrencies do not meet the basic criteria of real currencies.

Japan’s Financial Watchdog Believes Deregulating Crypto Does Not Necessarily Propel Technical Innovation
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Japan’s Financial Watchdog Believes Deregulating Crypto Does Not Necessarily Propel Technical Innovation

After assuming the helm of Japan’s Financial Services Agency mandated with overseeing the monetary sector in July, Ryozo Himino has voiced his reservation of promoting cryptocurrency trading.

Bitcoin Needs to Hold the $50-52k Area to Avoid Dipping to $40,000, says Crypto Trader
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Bitcoin Needs to Hold the $50-52k Area to Avoid Dipping to $40,000, says Crypto Trader

Crypto trader Credible Crypto believes Bitcoin bulls have a task at hand of putting a shield at the $50,000 to $52,000 price level because failure to which a journey towards $40,000 might be unavoidable

Bitcoin Adoption in Africa Sees Massive Surge as P2P Volumes Hit All-Time Highs
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Bitcoin Adoption in Africa Sees Massive Surge as P2P Volumes Hit All-Time Highs

Crypto analyst Kevin Rooke has revealed that Bitcoin is having a field day as peer to peer (P2P) volumes are hitting all-time highs (ATHs) as a 2.5-fold surge has been experienced since March. Some of the African nations leading the pack include Kenya, South Africa, Nigeria, and Ghana, as the Bitcoin being traded weekly has exceeded $1 million.

NBA's LeBron James Becomes Face of Crypto.com
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NBA's LeBron James Becomes Face of Crypto.com

To get more limelight during the annual playoff championship game of the National Football League (NFL) called the Super Bowl, Crypto.com chose NBA's LeBron James as its new catalyst for mainstream adoption.

Total Fees Paid on Bitcoin Network Hit Monthly Low, Hashrate Records Historic Highs
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Total Fees Paid on Bitcoin Network Hit Monthly Low, Hashrate Records Historic Highs

Bitcoin’s friendliness in terms of the low transaction fees paid to use its network continues because it hit a monthly low.

BUSD, Paxos, and the Recent Scrutiny of Paxos
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BUSD, Paxos, and the Recent Scrutiny of Paxos

Matrixport's director of research believed Paxos' BUSD supervision was too lax, prompting regulatory attention. Stablecoins are not the goal.

82% Ethereum Holders Still in Profitability Despite Price Slipping Below $4,000
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82% Ethereum Holders Still in Profitability Despite Price Slipping Below $4,000

Ethereum has yielded an annual return more than five times that of Bitcoin.

Kazakhstan plans to reduce tax fraud and unlawful business operations
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Kazakhstan plans to reduce tax fraud and unlawful business operations

The obligation will gather "information on the revenue of digital miners and digital mining pools for tax purposes" starting Jan. 1, 2024.

SEC Chair Calls for Open Dialogue in Pursuit of a Regulated Crypto Market
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SEC Chair Calls for Open Dialogue in Pursuit of a Regulated Crypto Market

Gary Gensler will call on crypto stakeholders to come and talk to the SEC at his hearing with the Senate Banking Committee on Tuesday

Hodlnaut Seeks to Sell Business
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Hodlnaut Seeks to Sell Business

Hodlnaut temporary judicial management are considering several offers to buy its Singapore crypto firm and FTX claims.

Blockchain-Powered Devices to be Worth More Than $23.5 Billion by 2030 According to Business Intelligence Firm
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Blockchain-Powered Devices to be Worth More Than $23.5 Billion by 2030 According to Business Intelligence Firm

According to a market research report availed by P&S Intelligence, a business intelligence consulting services firm, the worldwide blockchain devices market was worth $0.3 billion in 2019 but is expected to surpass $23.5 billion by 2030.

Steve Bannon Expresses his Admiration for Bitcoin
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Steve Bannon Expresses his Admiration for Bitcoin

Co-founder of Breitbart News and former chief strategist for US President Donald Trump's administration, Steve Bannon has expressed his admiration for Bitcoin saying that it is a part of the "global populist revolt" in a CNBC News Squawk box on August 2

Sudan’s Central Bank Warns Citizens against Crypto
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Sudan’s Central Bank Warns Citizens against Crypto

The Central Bank has cautioned citizens against investing in crypto, which now has gained much popularity among investors across the globe.

TradingView Pairs with OKX, Offering Over 260 Cryptos Trading
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TradingView Pairs with OKX, Offering Over 260 Cryptos Trading

TradingView, a leading charting and trading platform, has partnered with crypto exchange OKX, bringing over 260 cryptocurrencies to its framework.

Cathie Wood’s ARK Invest Purchased Coinbase Stock on Its First Day of Trading
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Cathie Wood’s ARK Invest Purchased Coinbase Stock on Its First Day of Trading

Ark Investment management LLC, led by widely popular portfolio manager Cathie Wood, purchased $246 million worth of Coinbase stock on April 14, the first day when the US crypto exchange was listed on Nasdaq stock market.

Bitcoin’s Average Trader Returns Sink to a 14-Month Low as FOMO Factors Become Prevalent
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Bitcoin’s Average Trader Returns Sink to a 14-Month Low as FOMO Factors Become Prevalent

The average Bitcoin trader has been on the receiving end as their returns have nosedived to a 14-month low, as revealed by on-chain metrics provider Santiment.

Bitcoin's Balance on Exchanges Hits a 4-Year Low Amid Traders Becoming Overly Optimistic
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Bitcoin's Balance on Exchanges Hits a 4-Year Low Amid Traders Becoming Overly Optimistic

As Bitcoin (BTC) continues hovering around the $20K area, the balance on exchanges is shrinking.

Is Bitcoin Edging Closer to the End of a Bear Market?
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Is Bitcoin Edging Closer to the End of a Bear Market?

The back and forth experienced in the Bitcoin (BTC) market might soon come to an end based on various indicators, according to a crypto analyst under the pseudonym PlanB.

Ethereum Whale Addresses Are Still Hovering Around an All-Time High
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Ethereum Whale Addresses Are Still Hovering Around an All-Time High

Ethereum whales are on a record-breaking trend.

European Commission Blockchain Report: The 3 Key Takeaways
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European Commission Blockchain Report: The 3 Key Takeaways

Since the inception of Bitcoin, much hype and public attention have followed the development of cryptocurrencies their value being dismissed by many while others have become hoarders of crypto. Away from the uncertainty of cryptocurrency future value, one aspect of the technology is now squarely in the limelight—the blockchain platform or distributed ledger technology that make the currencies possible.

Robinhood Introduces Cryptocurrency Recurring Investments
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Robinhood Introduces Cryptocurrency Recurring Investments

Robinhood has introduced a new feature that allows its crypto users to automatically acquire as little as a $1 worth of cryptocurrency of their choice on a monthly, weekly or even daily basis.

Interactive Brokers Launches Crypto Trading Services for Institutional Clients
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Interactive Brokers Launches Crypto Trading Services for Institutional Clients

In 2023, Hong Kong will cooperate with cryptocurrency and fintech firms.

U.S. Senator Warren Urged To Regulate Cryptocurrencies
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U.S. Senator Warren Urged To Regulate Cryptocurrencies

Massachusetts senator Elizabeth has acknowledged that Bitcoin and Dogecoin have significant problems and therefore urges regulators to break crypto policy deadlock.

25 Publicly Traded Companies Hold a Total of 178,855 Bitcoins Worth $9.6 Billion
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25 Publicly Traded Companies Hold a Total of 178,855 Bitcoins Worth $9.6 Billion

New data by digital asset firm Bloqport reveals that 25 publicly traded companies now hold a total of 178,855 Bitcoin on their balance sheets worth $9.6 billion.

Morgan Stanley Sees Crypto-Focused Bank Silvergate Shares Gain Up To 52% Rise on Positive Business Update
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Morgan Stanley Sees Crypto-Focused Bank Silvergate Shares Gain Up To 52% Rise on Positive Business Update

Morgan Stanley believes that the shares of crypto-focused bank Silvergate bank are underrated and gives a fresh valuation of the stocks owned by Silvergate.

Crypto Interest in Asia is Brewing, Showing Long-Term Optimism in the Market
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Crypto Interest in Asia is Brewing, Showing Long-Term Optimism in the Market

Crypto analyst Joseph Young has disclosed that Asia is showing considerable interest in the crypto market.

Active Bitcoin Addresses Hit Third-Highest Level in November
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Active Bitcoin Addresses Hit Third-Highest Level in November

The number of active BTC addresses hit the third-highest level in November at almost 19.6 million Bitcoin wallets.

10% of Norwegian Adults Own Crypto, Double the Rate in 2018
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10% of Norwegian Adults Own Crypto, Double the Rate in 2018

Crypto ownership in Norway has been trending, because 10% of the adult population, representing 420,000 Norwegians, own cryptocurrencies, according to a study by Arcane Research and Ernst & Young (EY).

Elon Musk Considers Adding Dogecoin as a Payment Option for Tesla
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Elon Musk Considers Adding Dogecoin as a Payment Option for Tesla

Tesla CEO Elon Musk may be considering the possibility of enabling Dogecoin as a method of payment for Tesla customers.

Colorado State to Permit Payment of Taxes in Crypto this Summer
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Colorado State to Permit Payment of Taxes in Crypto this Summer

Colorado Governor Jared Polis has revealed that the state plans to let its residents pay their taxes in digital currencies as early as this summer.

Investors Interested in Digital Assets Despite Volatile Market
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Investors Interested in Digital Assets Despite Volatile Market

Bitcoin attracted $69 million in inflows, 90% of the week's total, according to CoinShares.

15% Indians Set Foot in the Crypto Space, KuCoin Study Shows
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15% Indians Set Foot in the Crypto Space, KuCoin Study Shows

As of June 2022, the number of crypto investors in India had clocked 115 million, representing 15% of the nation’s population aged 18 to 60 years, according to a survey by crypto exchange KuCoin.

KuCoin Loses $150 Million Due to Security Breach But Compensation to Follow
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KuCoin Loses $150 Million Due to Security Breach But Compensation to Follow

KuCoin, a Singapore-based crypto exchange, has disclosed the suspicious withdrawal of large amounts of Bitcoin, ERC-20, and Ether.

Kimchi premium refers to when the price of BTC cheaper
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Kimchi premium refers to when the price of BTC cheaper

CryptoQuant data shows that South Korea's Kimchi premium has fallen again, fluctuating between -0.24 and 0.01 between Feb. 17 and 19.

Staked Ethereum Surpasses Mined ETH
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Staked Ethereum Surpasses Mined ETH

Ethereum locked in the ETH 2.0 deposit contract continues to outway the one being mined on a daily basis, which is a bullish sign.

Rio de Janeiro to Accept Crypto Property Tax Payment from 2023
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Rio de Janeiro to Accept Crypto Property Tax Payment from 2023

Rio de Janeiro is gearing up to be the first city on Brazilian soil to accept tax payments in cryptocurrencies from 2023.

Crypto Becomes Valid Portfolio Options and Assets Diversifier , Says Wells Fargo's Subsidiary
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Crypto Becomes Valid Portfolio Options and Assets Diversifier , Says Wells Fargo's Subsidiary

Wells Fargo's subsidiary believes that cryptocurrencies are a transformative innovation. The giant bank said cryptos play a role in diversification and can provide potential risk-adjusted returns.

Bitcoin Needs to be Consolidated at $35K Level, Analysts predict
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Bitcoin Needs to be Consolidated at $35K Level, Analysts predict

Bitcoin was up by 1.78% in the last 24 hours to hit 35,215 during intraday trading. Is a breakout in the BTC market is imminent?

Bitcoin Surge Driven by Spot Buyers, says Moskovski Capital CEO
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Bitcoin Surge Driven by Spot Buyers, says Moskovski Capital CEO

Lex Moskovski, the CEO of Moskovski Capital, has disclosed that spot buyers are fuelling the present BTC uptrend, which is bullish.

Russia’s Central Bank Makes U Turn about Crypto Usage in International Payments
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Russia’s Central Bank Makes U Turn about Crypto Usage in International Payments

As a change of tune, Russia’s central bank is relieving its previous tough stance about cryptocurrencies by allowing their usage in international payments, as reported by Reuters.

Binance NFT to Delist Assets With Low Trading Volume
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Binance NFT to Delist Assets With Low Trading Volume

NFT listings on Binance have been tightened. NFTs listed on Binance before Oct. 2, 2022, with an average daily trading volume under $1,000 will be delisted. NFT artists may only manufacture five digital collectibles each day after that.

Bitcoin Hits Two-Week High But Traders Are Not Convinced of The Hype
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Bitcoin Hits Two-Week High But Traders Are Not Convinced of The Hype

Despite Bitcoin rebounding above $58.4K, traders are not buying into the hype, according to on-chain metrics provider Santiment.

Russian Central Bank Bars Mutual Funds from Investing in Cryptocurrencies
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Russian Central Bank Bars Mutual Funds from Investing in Cryptocurrencies

Under the new ban, Russia’s mutual fund companies must not invest in crypto assets.

Bitcoin Makes Two Back-to-Back Weekly Closes Above 200-Week MA
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Bitcoin Makes Two Back-to-Back Weekly Closes Above 200-Week MA

Bitcoin has closed above the 200-week moving average (WMA) for two consecutive weeks, according to market analyst Ali Martinez.

Gemini co-founder: Crypto's next bull run will start in Asia
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Gemini co-founder: Crypto's next bull run will start in Asia

Last October, former BitMEX CEO Arthur Hayes and Gemini co-founder Cameron Winklevoss predicted that Asia will lead the next bull run.

PayPal to Enable Customers to Pay with Crypto at 29 Million Merchants Worldwide
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PayPal to Enable Customers to Pay with Crypto at 29 Million Merchants Worldwide

PayPal has announced a new feature that allows its customers to spend their cryptocurrencies at checkouts at millions of its merchants worldwide.

Crypto Open Interest and Trade Volume Reach Levels since March
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Crypto Open Interest and Trade Volume Reach Levels since March

Open interest and trade volume in the crypto market have increased based on the latest surge in prices.

Bitcoin’s Average Trader Monthly Swings Back to Sink for the First Time Since July
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Bitcoin’s Average Trader Monthly Swings Back to Sink for the First Time Since July

After recording a 10% daily loss on September 8, BTC traders’ monthly returns slumped.

Jim Cramer Says it is Still Not Too Late to Invest in Bitcoin as BTC Price Surges Toward $20,000
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Jim Cramer Says it is Still Not Too Late to Invest in Bitcoin as BTC Price Surges Toward $20,000

In his Twitter post On Nov. 24, Cramer stated that he thinks that it is not too late to invest in Bitcoin, despite the crypto rallying to new highs.

U.S. sanctions: Customers suing Compass Mining
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U.S. sanctions: Customers suing Compass Mining

Compass Mining customers are suing for $2 million for fraud. The firm terminated connections with Russian hosting provider Bit River and didn't restore clients' Bitcoin machines. It cut connections with Bit River over non-applicable US sanctions.

It is High Time to Rethink Holding Strategies as FTX Crisis Roams, Says Blockchain.com CEO
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It is High Time to Rethink Holding Strategies as FTX Crisis Roams, Says Blockchain.com CEO

Speaking on CNBC’s “Closing Bell” Thursday, Blockchain.com CEO Peter Smith deemed the collapse of crypto exchange FTX as “a tragedy and total failure of governance.”

Bakkt to Shift Focus to B2B Technology Solutions
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Bakkt to Shift Focus to B2B Technology Solutions

Bakkt said it would continue to provide crypto and loyalty experiences via SaaS and API solutions on a secure platform.

Bitcoin’s Social Dominance Hits 2-Months High
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Bitcoin’s Social Dominance Hits 2-Months High

Interest for Bitcoin spiked on social platforms over the weekend, leading to its social dominance surging, according to Santiment.

Whale Addresses Holding At Least 1,000 Bitcoin are Taking Profits
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Whale Addresses Holding At Least 1,000 Bitcoin are Taking Profits

Crypto analyst Lark Davis has noted that the present pullback is being caused by profit-taking tendencies initiated by Bitcoin whales.

Ishan Wahi pleads guilty to two counts of conspiracy to commit wire fraud
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Ishan Wahi pleads guilty to two counts of conspiracy to commit wire fraud

After pleading guilty to two charges of conspiracy to conduct wire fraud, former Coinbase product manager Ishan Wahi will spend at least three years.

Customers Trust in Banks More than in Crypto, France Central Bank Governor Says
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Customers Trust in Banks More than in Crypto, France Central Bank Governor Says

Bank of France Governor Francois Villeroy de Galhau has expressed his view that the current extreme volatility facing the crypto market has made consumers lose trust in cryptocurrencies.

Crypto Trading Volumes in Exchanges Sank by Over 40% in June
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Crypto Trading Volumes in Exchanges Sank by Over 40% in June

The ripple effect of the recent crypto market crash continued to be felt as trading volumes at major exchanges nosedived by more than 40% in June.

44 Countries Converge in El Salvador to Discuss Bitcoin Roll Out, President Bukele Says
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44 Countries Converge in El Salvador to Discuss Bitcoin Roll Out, President Bukele Says

Forty-four nations are expected to meet in El Salvador today, May 17th, to discuss issues touching on banking the unbanked and Bitcoin adoption, according to President Nayib Bukele.

Bitwise: Facebook’s Libra Moved Bitcoin and Cryptocurrencies Ahead by Three Years
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Bitwise: Facebook’s Libra Moved Bitcoin and Cryptocurrencies Ahead by Three Years

A cryptocurrency index fund provider Bitwise based in the US is of the opinion that the Facebook-owned stable Libra has accelerated the growth of cryptocurrencies by three years.

Cardano's New Algorithmic Stablecoin DJED
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Cardano's New Algorithmic Stablecoin DJED

ADA, Cardano's native token, backs the algorithmic stablecoin, which is tied 1:1 to the US dollar.

Japan’s Finance Minister Says No Plans to Lower Taxes for Cryptocurrencies Amid Call for Tax Rate Cut
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Japan’s Finance Minister Says No Plans to Lower Taxes for Cryptocurrencies Amid Call for Tax Rate Cut

Japan’s finance minister stated that there is no need to lower crypto tax rates.

Proof of Stake Networks to Help Staking-as-a-Service Providers
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Proof of Stake Networks to Help Staking-as-a-Service Providers

The proof of stake (PoS) consensus mechanism has gained steam in 2021 because it is more environmentally friendly and cost-effective compared to the proof of work (PoW) framework used in networks like Bitcoin (BTC).

US Financial Regulators Aiming at How Banks Could Hold Bitcoin & Crypto Assets, Says FDIC Chairperson
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US Financial Regulators Aiming at How Banks Could Hold Bitcoin & Crypto Assets, Says FDIC Chairperson

Jelena McWilliams, the chairperson of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), has revealed that US financial Regulators are creating clearer regulations on how banks can engage in activities involving cryptocurrencies.

UK to Carve Out Ways for "the Safe Adoption of Cryptocurrencies"
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UK to Carve Out Ways for "the Safe Adoption of Cryptocurrencies"

Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II, delivered her speech to the Houses of Parliament Tuesday in the UK that new regulations will be introduced to strengthen its financial services sector, encompassing the impact on cryptocurrencies.

Tether Aims to Render More Transparency by Slashing Commercial Paper Holdings
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Tether Aims to Render More Transparency by Slashing Commercial Paper Holdings

Based on continuous efforts to decrease its commercial paper portfolio for transparency purposes, Tether revealed that it would slash its holdings by $5 billion by the end of July.

Indonesian Regulator Moves to Ban Financial Services Firms by Dealing with Crypto
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Indonesian Regulator Moves to Ban Financial Services Firms by Dealing with Crypto

Indonesian market watchdog, the Otoritas Jasa Keuangan (OJK) has warned all financial service outfits operating in the country to abstain from dealing or facilitating transactions bordering on digital currencies in the country.

Long-Term Holders Liquidate their Supply as Bitcoin Slips to a 6-Week Low
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Long-Term Holders Liquidate their Supply as Bitcoin Slips to a 6-Week Low

Long-term holder supply dropped by approximately 76,633 BTC day over day.

Government Officials in Russia Expected to Declare Their Cryptocurrency Savings
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Government Officials in Russia Expected to Declare Their Cryptocurrency Savings

Government officials in the Ural region of Russia are now expected to declare their savings stored in cryptocurrencies.

Crypto Price Shows Stronger Interconnectedness with Stock Market amid COVID-19: IMF
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Crypto Price Shows Stronger Interconnectedness with Stock Market amid COVID-19: IMF

As a change of tune, the IMF alludes to the fact that crypto-assets like Bitcoin (BTC) have transformed from an obscure asset class to an integral part of the digital asset revolution.

The OCC is Focused on "Not Killing" Bitcoin and Crypto says Acting Comptroller Brian Brooks
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The OCC is Focused on "Not Killing" Bitcoin and Crypto says Acting Comptroller Brian Brooks

Brian Brooks has affirmed that the OCC is not planning any ban or stringent regulation on Bitcoin or other cryptocurrencies.

The Bitcoin price surge has led to a market FOMO among small BTC addresses
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The Bitcoin price surge has led to a market FOMO among small BTC addresses

Small BTC addresses surge in 2023, boosting bitcoin market enthusiasm.

Ethereum Stays Steady Above $3,000 Based on Heightened Social Engagement
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Ethereum Stays Steady Above $3,000 Based on Heightened Social Engagement

For the past ten days, Ethereum (ETH) has pitched camp above the psychological price of $3,000 based on increased social engagement.

JP Morgan Chase Approves Major Crypto Exchange Clients Coinbase and Gemini
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JP Morgan Chase Approves Major Crypto Exchange Clients Coinbase and Gemini

JPMorgan Chase, the largest bank in the United States, has set the ball rolling by accepting crypto exchanges Gemini and Coinbase as banking customers. This is a sign that Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies are being embraced in the American financial landscape and Wall Street. The bank gave Coinbase and Gemini accounts the green light in April, and transactions are just kick-starting. Reportedly, JPMorgan Chase is offering cash-management services to the exchanges, as well as dealing with dollar-based transactions for their US-based clients.

Ethereum Sets Eyes on 8 Consecutive Positive Quarters
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Ethereum Sets Eyes on 8 Consecutive Positive Quarters

Ethereum has been on the right footing for eight consecutive quarters if the current one closes in green, with a 47% gain so far.

Bitcoin Needs Momentum to Hit $43,000 For Recapturing the 200-Day Moving Average
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Bitcoin Needs Momentum to Hit $43,000 For Recapturing the 200-Day Moving Average

Market analyst Lark Davis suggests that BTC needs momentum to push forward until the $43,000 level to regain the 200-day moving average.

Crypto Market to Skyrocket to $1.75 Billion by 2027, Report Reveals CBDCs Could be a Game-Changer
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Crypto Market to Skyrocket to $1.75 Billion by 2027, Report Reveals CBDCs Could be a Game-Changer

Fortune Business Insights reports that the cryptocurrency market will hit $1.758 billion by 2027 from $754 million recorded in 2019, representing a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.2%. This growth will be spurred by blockchain technology as it makes cryptocurrency transactions effective, secure, and fast.

Square, Paradigm, Fidelity, and Coinbase Establish Crypto Council to Lobby Regulators
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Square, Paradigm, Fidelity, and Coinbase Establish Crypto Council to Lobby Regulators

The new cryptocurrency council aims to serve as the growing industry’s voice to advocate for the economic and social benefits of crypto assets and related technologies.

Bitcoin on Exchanges Experience a Sharp 50-Day Drop, Suggesting Diminishing Sell-Side Pressure
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Bitcoin on Exchanges Experience a Sharp 50-Day Drop, Suggesting Diminishing Sell-Side Pressure

Bitcoin on crypto exchanges has plunged to a 50-day low, as acknowledged by on-chain metrics provider Santiment.

China’s Cryptography Law Piques Local Interest and Stirs Global Market Reaction
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China’s Cryptography Law Piques Local Interest and Stirs Global Market Reaction

The recent passing of China's Cryptography Law, which will come into effect in 2020, has peaked local interest as searches for blockchain on WeChat surged ten-fold.

Grayscale Survey: 55% of US Investors Like Bitcoin in 2020
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Grayscale Survey: 55% of US Investors Like Bitcoin in 2020

Grayscale Investments has released a report dubbed Bitcoin Investor Study 2020 showing that 55% of US investors are keeping a watchful eye on purchasing Bitcoin in 2020.

Binance Bans WazirX From Using Its Services
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Binance Bans WazirX From Using Its Services

Indian cryptocurrency exchange WazirX was given an ultimatum to withdraw incorrect assertions about Binance ownership or lose access to its wallets.

Ethereum’s Sentiment Drops as FOMC Meeting Nears
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Ethereum’s Sentiment Drops as FOMC Meeting Nears

After experiencing considerable momentum, Ethereum’s sentiment has dropped as the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting edges closer, according to Santiment.

UK Authorities Make Record-Breaking Crypto Seizure Worth Approximately $250 Million
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UK Authorities Make Record-Breaking Crypto Seizure Worth Approximately $250 Million

UK Police have seized a cryptocurrencies crime worth nearly £180million, approximately $250 million. A 39-year-old woman was released on bail after under arrested.

Is the Narrative about Bitcoin’s 4-Year Halving Cycle Diminishing?
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Is the Narrative about Bitcoin’s 4-Year Halving Cycle Diminishing?

With Bitcoin’s current return of approximately 456% since the third halving event in May 2020, this is a notable underachievement compared to the two previous cycles, which had recorded 1,355% and 4,974% respectively at this point in time.

Japanese Financial Giant SBI Group to Borrow from Bitcoin Holders at Annual Rate of 1%
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Japanese Financial Giant SBI Group to Borrow from Bitcoin Holders at Annual Rate of 1%

SBI Group has rolled out a cryptocurrency rental service dubbed “VC TRADE LENDING” aimed at borrowing Bitcoin from customers in return for 1% annual interest.

Bitcoin Continues to Circulate in a Semi-Bullish Territory
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Bitcoin Continues to Circulate in a Semi-Bullish Territory

Bitcoin is still in a semi-bullish area, given that circulation continues to be steady, according to on-chain metrics provider Santiment.

Nifty Gateway Founders Resign
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Nifty Gateway Founders Resign

Nifty Gateway co-founders Duncan and Griffin Cock Foster are leaving Gemini. Gemini is suing Genesis Global, an insolvent cryptocurrency lender. "Technical leader" Eddie Ma and "non-tech leader" Tara Harris will head the platform.

Bank of England is Considering Developing a Central Bank Digital Currency Amid Surge in Crypto Popularity
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Bank of England is Considering Developing a Central Bank Digital Currency Amid Surge in Crypto Popularity

The Bank of England has confirmed it is considering the development of its central bank digital currency (CBDC). The confirmation was made by the governor of the bank Andrew Bailey in a webinar session with college students.

Bitcoin Circulation and Active Addresses Holding Steadily Despite Retracement
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Bitcoin Circulation and Active Addresses Holding Steadily Despite Retracement

Bitcoin’s active addresses and circulation have not slowed down, despite the present correction because they have remained relatively strong.

Singapore’s Court of Appeal Finds Crypto Exchange Culpable of Malice in Momentous Ruling
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Singapore’s Court of Appeal Finds Crypto Exchange Culpable of Malice in Momentous Ruling

In a landmark ruling, the Court of Appeal in Singapore noted that Quione, a cryptocurrency exchange, was disloyal to reverse several transactions on its network. This action constituted a breach of contract; hence the law had to take its discourse.

Is Bitcoin Getting Ready for a Breakout?
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Is Bitcoin Getting Ready for a Breakout?

There seems to be light at the end of the tunnel for a breakout in the Bitcoin market because the multi-month downtrend witnessed on the momentum indicator has broken out to the upside.

Bitcoin Funding Rates Have Calmed Down - Has Greed in the BTC Market been Neutralized?
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Bitcoin Funding Rates Have Calmed Down - Has Greed in the BTC Market been Neutralized?

Bitcoin funding rates have slowed down since the leading cryptocurrency scaled to new heights of $69,000.

Bitcoin Net Inflows Records $315 Million in Total in October
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Bitcoin Net Inflows Records $315 Million in Total in October

October will be written in Bitcoin’s history books as the month that saw the top cryptocurrency break the record by soaring to the $66,900 level.

India’s Supreme Court Turned the Tables on Crypto Ban in Landmark Ruling
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India’s Supreme Court Turned the Tables on Crypto Ban in Landmark Ruling

In a momentous ruling, India’s Supreme Court has lifted the ban made by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), the nation’s central bank, on banks and other regulated entities dealing with cryptocurrencies. The court noted that preventing regulated entities from offering banking services to crypto trading stakeholders did not hold any water.

Ethereum Hodlers are Increasingly Bullish as ETH Google Search Volume Doubles that of 2017
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Ethereum Hodlers are Increasingly Bullish as ETH Google Search Volume Doubles that of 2017

Ethereum investors are showing bullish signs as ETH supply on exchanges is decreasing.

Crypto Controls Needed in Lending Sector to Stem Depression, Expert Says
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Crypto Controls Needed in Lending Sector to Stem Depression, Expert Says

For depression and crashes to be averted in the crypto market, regulation and capital controls are needed to supervise fast-growing trading platforms, according to a quantitative risk modeller.

Short-Term BTC Holders Experience Slight Profits as Bitcoin-Gold Realized Correlation Turns Negative
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Short-Term BTC Holders Experience Slight Profits as Bitcoin-Gold Realized Correlation Turns Negative

Short-term Bitcoin holders have a reason to smile because they are back to profitability.

Bitcoin Hits a 16-Month Low of $26K as Effects of the Terra Crash Spill Over
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Bitcoin Hits a 16-Month Low of $26K as Effects of the Terra Crash Spill Over

Bitcoin nosedived to lows of $26,595, a scenario not seen since Dec 30, 2020, when the leading cryptocurrency dropped below the $27,000 zone.

Bitcoin Touches $21K amid Fed's Interest Rate Hike Hitting a 28-Year High
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Bitcoin Touches $21K amid Fed's Interest Rate Hike Hitting a 28-Year High

Bitcoin (BTC) was up by 2.90% in the last 24 hours to hit $21,782 during intraday trading, with news about the Federal Reserve’s interest rate increase of 75 basis points (bps) making airwaves.

The Top 10 Ethereum Non-Exchange Whale Wallets Hold 19.67 Million ETH
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The Top 10 Ethereum Non-Exchange Whale Wallets Hold 19.67 Million ETH

The top 10 Ethereum non-exchange whale wallets are continuing to climb in terms of ETH held.

Bitcoin Transaction Volumes Continue to Reflect Trickling in of Big Money
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Bitcoin Transaction Volumes Continue to Reflect Trickling in of Big Money

Institutional-sized investments continue trickling in the Bitcoin (BTC) network, which is bullish.

Coinbase Traffic Hits Historic Highs Following Super Bowl Ad, Jumping to Top 2 on App Store
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Coinbase Traffic Hits Historic Highs Following Super Bowl Ad, Jumping to Top 2 on App Store

Following a minute-long ad worth $14 million meant for the Super Bowl, US-based crypto exchange Coinbase raked in the dividends because traffic reached historic highs.

Billions of Dollars Exit Exchanges as Investors Scuttle Towards Safety
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Billions of Dollars Exit Exchanges as Investors Scuttle Towards Safety

Investors are withdrawing their funds from exchanges amid the FTX implosion

22 Bitcoin ATMs Established Globally Per Day in March, Study Shows
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22 Bitcoin ATMs Established Globally Per Day in March, Study Shows

The number of Bitcoin ATMs continues to rise, it is estimated that 22 machines were installed per day last month all around the world, a study shows.

UK’s Financial Watchdog Raises the Alarm on BitMEX Being Unauthorized
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UK’s Financial Watchdog Raises the Alarm on BitMEX Being Unauthorized

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) in the UK mandated with regulating financial markets and service firms in the nation has blown the whistle on Seychelles-based crypto exchange BitMEX for not being authorized.

Bitcoin’s Hashrate Rebounding after Engaging a 50% Drop
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Bitcoin’s Hashrate Rebounding after Engaging a 50% Drop

Bitcoin’s hashrate seems to be on an upward trajectory after nosediving by 50% amid an intensified crackdown on crypto mining by Chinese authorities.

Spanish Authorities Arrest Bitzlato Exchange Executives for Money Laundering
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Spanish Authorities Arrest Bitzlato Exchange Executives for Money Laundering

On Jan. 18, 2023, police enforcement closed Bitzlato.

AMC to Accept Crypto alongside Bitcoin at Movie Theaters before the End of This Year
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AMC to Accept Crypto alongside Bitcoin at Movie Theaters before the End of This Year

AMC Entertainment Holdings Inc has disclosed that it will accept a variety of cryptocurrencies as payment for tickets and concession payments at all US theatres by the end of the year.

Singapore's Central Bank Paves the Way for Regulatory Oversight of Cryptocurrency Derivatives Trading
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Singapore's Central Bank Paves the Way for Regulatory Oversight of Cryptocurrency Derivatives Trading

The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has revealed regulatory plans to permit the trading of cryptocurrency derivatives on select platforms. This oversight strategy is being fronted because investors are considerably favoring these products.

Nearly 30% of the Top 65 World’s Wealthiest People Invested in Crypto: Forbes Survey
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Nearly 30% of the Top 65 World’s Wealthiest People Invested in Crypto: Forbes Survey

The world’s richest individuals are also jumping on the crypto bandwagon because approximately 30% of the top 65 globe’s super-rich have directly or indirectly invested in cryptocurrencies, according to a Forbes survey.

Cryptocurrencies Act as Safe Haven Amid U.S. Banking Crisis
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Cryptocurrencies Act as Safe Haven Amid U.S. Banking Crisis

Amid the ongoing U.S. banking crisis, CEO of ARK Invest, Cathie Wood, praised cryptocurrencies for acting as a safe haven. Wood criticized the Federal Reserve's inability to prevent bank runs and blamed their policy failure for the current banking crisis. Wood projected crypto as a solution to the central points of failure and regulatory mistakes in the traditional financial system.

Social Dominance on Bitcoin Takes the Lead, BTC Addresses Created Hitting 1 Billion
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Social Dominance on Bitcoin Takes the Lead, BTC Addresses Created Hitting 1 Billion

Bitcoin continues to be the talk of the town based on high social dominance levels, according to Santiment.

Japanese Startups Can Now Raise Funds Using Cryptocurrencies
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Japanese Startups Can Now Raise Funds Using Cryptocurrencies

Japan's government has relaxed regulations allowing startups to raise capital through cryptocurrencies, aiming to diversify funding methods and catch up with international standards in digital asset handling. This move is particularly targeted at Limited Partnership for Investment funds, fostering innovation in the tech sector.

Robinhood Rolls Out Tokens Offerings, Adding SOL, SHIB, MATIC & COMP
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Robinhood Rolls Out Tokens Offerings, Adding SOL, SHIB, MATIC & COMP

To meet customer requests for a broader selection of cryptocurrencies, American financial services company Robinhood has listed Shiba Inu, Solana, Polygon and Compound.

Public Acquires Otis to Take NFT Fractionalization Mainstream
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Public Acquires Otis to Take NFT Fractionalization Mainstream

Public.com, a platform that enables investors to invest in stocks, funds, and cryptocurrencies has announced its acquisition of Otis.

Bitcoin Investors Owning Coins Aged Between Two and Five Years Hold Over 22.9% of BTC Supply
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Bitcoin Investors Owning Coins Aged Between Two and Five Years Hold Over 22.9% of BTC Supply

As Bitcoin continues consolidating between the $30K and $40K range, BTC investors holding coins aged between two and five years are still confident about their investment.

Sequoia Software Firm to Pay Employees in Bitcoin
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Sequoia Software Firm to Pay Employees in Bitcoin

United States-based Sequoia Software Firm is the latest to offer its employees the option to receive part of their salaries in Bitcoin.

Bitcoin Slips to $35.7K as Daily Active Addresses Hit a 5-Month High
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Bitcoin Slips to $35.7K as Daily Active Addresses Hit a 5-Month High

Bitcoin (BTC) entered the weekend in the red after dropping to the $35.7K level based on a high number of daily active addresses, according to market insight provider Santiment.

How To Start Trading Cryptocurrency?
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How To Start Trading Cryptocurrency?

The cryptocurrency market is full of pitfalls. It's possible to lose money by storing Bitcoin, buying and selling it, and making transactions on and off the exchange. How to get acquainted with this new type of assets, how to avoid losses and develop your trading skills?

Crypto Downturn Hits Luxury Watches Market Sales
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Crypto Downturn Hits Luxury Watches Market Sales

Reports show that crypto traders and users are more likely to purchase luxury items. The meltdown in crypto prices has directly impacted the pricing of luxury watches.

LocalBitcoins Shuts Down After 10 Years
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LocalBitcoins Shuts Down After 10 Years

After 10 years, Finland's LocalBitcoins is closing.

Bitcoin Continues Trading above 50-Day MA, Indicating Bullish Sign
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Bitcoin Continues Trading above 50-Day MA, Indicating Bullish Sign

Bitcoin remains above the 50-day moving average, despite shedding off some value over the last 24 hours.

Whales are Depositing Bitcoin on Crypto Exchanges - What This Means
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Whales are Depositing Bitcoin on Crypto Exchanges - What This Means

Ki Young Ju, the CEO of on-chain analytic firm CryptoQuant, has revealed that whales are depositing Bitcoin on exchanges.

Mastercard CEO Says Crypto Has a Long Way to go Before Going Mainstream
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Mastercard CEO Says Crypto Has a Long Way to go Before Going Mainstream

Mastercard CEO Michael Miebach says crypto has some hurdles to cross before going mainstream

Bitcoin Hodlers’ Accumulation Continues, Ruble-Denominated BTC Volumes Hitting 9-Month High
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Bitcoin Hodlers’ Accumulation Continues, Ruble-Denominated BTC Volumes Hitting 9-Month High

Bitcoin hodlers remain unfazed despite the leading cryptocurrency recently hitting lows of $34,000 as they continue accumulating more coins.

Kimchi premium refers to when the price of BTC cheaper
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Kimchi premium refers to when the price of BTC cheaper

CryptoQuant data shows that South Korea's Kimchi premium has fallen again, fluctuating between -0.24 and 0.01 between Feb. 17 and 19.

Bitcoin’s Percent Balance on Exchanges Hits a 3-Year Low Amid Open Interest Breaking the Record at $19B
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Bitcoin’s Percent Balance on Exchanges Hits a 3-Year Low Amid Open Interest Breaking the Record at $19B

Bitcoin’s percent balance on exchanges has been downtrending after hitting a three-year low of 13%.

Honduras Receives First Crypto ATM In Tegucigalpa, Following El Salvador's Step Foot
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Honduras Receives First Crypto ATM In Tegucigalpa, Following El Salvador's Step Foot

Honduras-based TGU Consulting Group has launched the first crypto ATM in its capital. The firm has plans to launch more ATMs to enable residents to deposit and withdraw cash from the ATMs.

Why Stablecoins are Securing the Future of Crypto World
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Why Stablecoins are Securing the Future of Crypto World

While the value of most cryptos has tremendously declined due to coronavirus outbreak, the demand for stablecoins seems to be on the rise.

Indian Securities Regulator Urges Mutual Fund Companies To Avoid Investing In Crypto, Until Regulations Set In
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Indian Securities Regulator Urges Mutual Fund Companies To Avoid Investing In Crypto, Until Regulations Set In

SEBI urges mutual fund companies in India to avoid investing in cryptocurrencies as the government is still considering new crypto rules.

CNBC Survey: Most Millennial Millionaires Own Cryptocurrencies at 83%
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CNBC Survey: Most Millennial Millionaires Own Cryptocurrencies at 83%

Based on the technological innovations revamping the world like cryptocurrencies, millennials have been at the forefront to embrace them, as cited by CNBC Millennial Millionaire Survey findings.

Is Bitcoin Experiencing Short-Term Pain Points for Long-Term Gain?
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Is Bitcoin Experiencing Short-Term Pain Points for Long-Term Gain?

Despite the short-term pain being experienced in the BTC market, long-term holders remain solid in their investments.

Ugandan FIA Urges Central Government To Regulate Cryptocurrencies
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Ugandan FIA Urges Central Government To Regulate Cryptocurrencies

Uganda's FIA urges the central government for comprehensive regulation of the digital currency industry nationwide.

London Hard Fork Saved Ethereum Users $844m in Transaction Fees via Base Fee Refunds
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London Hard Fork Saved Ethereum Users $844m in Transaction Fees via Base Fee Refunds

Since going live on August 5, the London Hard Fork or EIP 1559 upgrade sought to make the Ethereum network deflationary by injecting a scarcity parameter.

American Teen Arrested and Accused as Ringleader of Twitter Scam Involving Bitcoin
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American Teen Arrested and Accused as Ringleader of Twitter Scam Involving Bitcoin

Graham Ivan Clark, a 17-year-old from Tampa, Florida, has been arrested and accused of being the mastermind behind the Twitter hack that reaped at least $100,000 in Bitcoin from victims in a matter of hours.

Bitcoin Celebrates 13th Birthday as the Cryptocurrency Era Continues to Tick
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Bitcoin Celebrates 13th Birthday as the Cryptocurrency Era Continues to Tick

On January 3, 2009, Bitcoin’s genesis block was mined, setting the ball rolling on what the crypto space would offer.

Visa Card Holders Spend Over $1B in Crypto in the First Half of 2021
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Visa Card Holders Spend Over $1B in Crypto in the First Half of 2021

More than $1 billion worth of crypto have spent in the first six months this year by consumers globally, Visa announced Wednesday. The company said the amount it spent on goods and services by using its crypto-linked cards primarily.

Moonstone Bank to Exit Crypto Space
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Moonstone Bank to Exit Crypto Space

FTX's collapse may have damaged Farmington State Bank. Jean Chalopin, the Bahamas-based chairman of Deltec, another FTX banking partner, bought Moonstone Bank in 2020.

Leading Kitchen Equipment Provider CKitchen Embraces Cryptocurrencies
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Leading Kitchen Equipment Provider CKitchen Embraces Cryptocurrencies

To keep track of evolving market trends, CKitchen, a leading US-based kitchen and restaurant equipment provider, has rolled out a crypto payment option

Bitcoin Funding Rate Flips Positive as 2.1 Million BTC Return to Profitability
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Bitcoin Funding Rate Flips Positive as 2.1 Million BTC Return to Profitability

BTC funding rate flipped positive based on Bitcoin's upward momentum.

Amazon Hires Cryptocurrency Talent to Enhance Crypto Payment Experience for Customers
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Amazon Hires Cryptocurrency Talent to Enhance Crypto Payment Experience for Customers

E-commerce giant Amazon is hiring a digital currency and blockchain expert, hinting that the company may soon launch a new service that enables its users to pay for online products and services using cryptocurrencies.

With Upcoming Interest Rate Hike from Fed, Is BTC's Current Rally Short-Lived?
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With Upcoming Interest Rate Hike from Fed, Is BTC's Current Rally Short-Lived?

Bitcoin has regained momentum and reclaimed the $23K level, but this begs the question if this uptick is short-lived, given that the upcoming interest rate hike from the Fed.

Solana Elbows Tether to 4th Position amid NFT Secondary Sales Clocking $500M
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Solana Elbows Tether to 4th Position amid NFT Secondary Sales Clocking $500M

Days after flipping Cardano (ADA) to become the fifth top cryptocurrency, Solana (SOL) is not relenting in its quest to scale the heights because it has dethroned Tether (USDT) at the fourth position.

Mizuho Securities Research: 65% of PayPal Users are Ready to Use Bitcoin
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Mizuho Securities Research: 65% of PayPal Users are Ready to Use Bitcoin

According to a research report released by Mizuho Securities, the majority of PayPal's users see Bitcoin as a payment means.

"Going to Moon Very Soon," Says Tesla's Elon Musk as Bitcoin Surges Past $60K
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"Going to Moon Very Soon," Says Tesla's Elon Musk as Bitcoin Surges Past $60K

Bitcoin has surged past the psychological barrier of $60K, even touching $61K momentarily over the weekend.

Bitcoin Bulls Might Trigger a Short-Squeeze Based on the $3K Intraday Gain
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Bitcoin Bulls Might Trigger a Short-Squeeze Based on the $3K Intraday Gain

Bitcoin's $3K intraday gain has created a great setup for a short-squeeze by the bulls.

Crypto Lets Anyone Invest in Early-Stage Ventures Previously Only Meant for the Rich, says Bitcoin Analyst
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Crypto Lets Anyone Invest in Early-Stage Ventures Previously Only Meant for the Rich, says Bitcoin Analyst

Market analyst Lark Davis sees cryptocurrencies as game-changers as they enable anyone to participate in early-stage financial ventures previously only reserved for the rich.

Ethereum Supply in Smart Contracts Hits ATH of 28%
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Ethereum Supply in Smart Contracts Hits ATH of 28%

Ethereum’s demand in smart contracts continues to scale the heights.

Alabama Senator Tommy Tuberville reintroduces legislation allowing United States 401k
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Alabama Senator Tommy Tuberville reintroduces legislation allowing United States 401k

Senator Tommy Tuberville proposed legislation to reverse Department of Labor regulation on 401(k) investments, including crypto.

Bitcoin's Consolidation Continues amid Addresses Holding BTC Scaling the Heights
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Bitcoin's Consolidation Continues amid Addresses Holding BTC Scaling the Heights

Bitcoin has consolidated between the $38K and $45K zone for the past two months, as indecisiveness continuously rocks the market, even though BTC addresses continue going through the roof.

Crypto Market Loses Around $170 Billion in the Last 24 Hours as Bitcoin Price Drops
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Crypto Market Loses Around $170 Billion in the Last 24 Hours as Bitcoin Price Drops

After topping a market cap of $1 trillion last week, the crypto market has since plummeted, wiping out nearly $170 billion in the last 24 hours.

BitConnect Founder Charged with Orchestrating Global Crypto Ponzi Scheme Worth $2.4B
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BitConnect Founder Charged with Orchestrating Global Crypto Ponzi Scheme Worth $2.4B

A U.S. grand jury indicted Satish Kumbhani, the founder of BitConnect, orchestrating a fraud scheme that siphoned approximately $2.4 billion from investors.

Whales Holding More Than 10,000 BTC Continue Accumulating More Bitcoin
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Whales Holding More Than 10,000 BTC Continue Accumulating More Bitcoin

On-chain metrics provider Santiment has noted that Bitcoin whales are taking advantage of the current raging market to accumulate more Bitcoin.

Crypto Popularity to Spur Growth in Blockchain-Powered Banking, Financial Services
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Crypto Popularity to Spur Growth in Blockchain-Powered Banking, Financial Services

The surging use of cryptocurrencies is expected to enhance the development of blockchain in the banking and financial services market, according to The Business Research Company.

Bitcoin Needs to Break $44.5K Resistance, before Pushing Forward to $48K Level, says Analysis
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Bitcoin Needs to Break $44.5K Resistance, before Pushing Forward to $48K Level, says Analysis

Bitcoin needs to break through $44,500 so that the current range can be shattered, which will be instrumental in driving the price to the $48K area.

U.S. Inflation Hits a 30-Year High - Is Bitcoin Cementing its Status as an Inflation Hedge?
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U.S. Inflation Hits a 30-Year High - Is Bitcoin Cementing its Status as an Inflation Hedge?

With Bitcoin continuously smashing historic highs one after another, is the top cryptocurrency showcasing its safe-haven capabilities?

Ethereum’s Sideways Consolidation to Continue as Indicator Shows ETH is Currently Undervalued
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Ethereum’s Sideways Consolidation to Continue as Indicator Shows ETH is Currently Undervalued

Market analyst Michael van de Poppe has noted that ETH’s sideways consolidation will continue until a "bottoming construction"comes up.

Bitcoin’s Supply Squeeze May Just Start after BTC Surpassed $40K Level
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Bitcoin’s Supply Squeeze May Just Start after BTC Surpassed $40K Level

Bitcoin has surpassed above 40K before falling back above the $36.8K level. On-chain analyst Will Clemente believes that BTC’s supply squeeze is just getting started.

Cathie Wood Joins Amun Crypto Technology Firm's Board
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Cathie Wood Joins Amun Crypto Technology Firm's Board

Cathie Wood, a seasoned Wall Street investor, has joined Amun’s board of directors after personally investing in the parent company.

18% of Britons Own Crypto, Indicating an Exponential Growth in 2021, Study Shows
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18% of Britons Own Crypto, Indicating an Exponential Growth in 2021, Study Shows

Almost one in five Britons (18%) own crypto, according to a survey conducted by cryptocurrency exchange Gemini.

Institutional Crypto Exposure Hits 51%, Goldman Sachs Study Shows
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Institutional Crypto Exposure Hits 51%, Goldman Sachs Study Shows

Out of 172 institutional clients surveyed, leading global investment bank Goldman Sachs found out that 51% of them had crypto exposure.

El Salvador Eyes Issuance of Bitcoin Bonds Through Raft of Legislation
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El Salvador Eyes Issuance of Bitcoin Bonds Through Raft of Legislation

The issuance of a Bitcoin bond worth $1 billion is deemed as a stepping stone towards enhancing financial freedom and innovation in El Salvador.

What Impact Will The Moderna Vaccine Have on Cryptocurrencies Like Bitcoin in The Long Run?
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What Impact Will The Moderna Vaccine Have on Cryptocurrencies Like Bitcoin in The Long Run?

The COVID-19 vaccine from Moderna has shown 94.5% effectiveness in preventing coronavirus. This article explores the long-term implications on cryptocurrencies.

Bitcoin Returning to Exchanges Record the Fastest Rate in 16 Months
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Bitcoin Returning to Exchanges Record the Fastest Rate in 16 Months

The selling pressure witnessed in the Bitcoin market that drove the price to lows of $29K happened as high supply returned to crypto exchanges.

1 Billion People Using Bitcoin in the next 4 Years Puts Price North of $500k, says 10T Holdings Co-Founder
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1 Billion People Using Bitcoin in the next 4 Years Puts Price North of $500k, says 10T Holdings Co-Founder

With a projection of 1 billion people using BTC in the next four years, Dan Tapiero, the co-founder of digital asset firm 10T Holdings, believes this trend will push Bitcoin’s price above $500,000.

81% of Americans Would be Motivated to Exercise if they Got Crypto Earnings, Study Shows
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81% of Americans Would be Motivated to Exercise if they Got Crypto Earnings, Study Shows

81% of Americans would be encouraged to work out if they were to receive cryptocurrency rewards, according to a survey by fitness platform FitRated.

French Police Arrest 29 People for Financing Syrian Islamist Terrorists Using Bitcoin Coupons
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French Police Arrest 29 People for Financing Syrian Islamist Terrorists Using Bitcoin Coupons

French police have apprehended 29 individuals suspected of funding Islamist extremists in Syria using cryptocurrencies.

Transition to PoS will Improve Ethereum Efficiency 2000 Times: Ethereum Foundation
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Transition to PoS will Improve Ethereum Efficiency 2000 Times: Ethereum Foundation

A greener future is expected on the horizon for Ethereum, thanks to the PoS consensus mechanism, which increases the network's efficiency 2000 times more.

Michael Saylor MicroStrategy CEO Discusses Bitcoin as Competitive Tool for Firms, Sees Potential in Other Cryptos
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Michael Saylor MicroStrategy CEO Discusses Bitcoin as Competitive Tool for Firms, Sees Potential in Other Cryptos

MicroStrategy CEO Michael Saylor said that cryptocurrencies have a bright future, not limited to Bitcoin.

Non-Zero Bitcoin Addresses Reach Historic Highs, BTC’s On-Chain Settlement Efficiency Goes a Notch Higher
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Non-Zero Bitcoin Addresses Reach Historic Highs, BTC’s On-Chain Settlement Efficiency Goes a Notch Higher

Bitcoin is showcasing itself as one of the most efficient monetary settlement networks, given that it transferred an average of $95,142 for a fee of $1 compared to Ethereum’s $139 in the past week.

Whale Alert Analysis: Scammers Have Bagged Bitcoin Worth $24 Million in the First Half of 2020
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Whale Alert Analysis: Scammers Have Bagged Bitcoin Worth $24 Million in the First Half of 2020

Leading blockchain tracking and analytics provider Whale Alert has revealed that scammers have been on a stealing spree as they have made away with $24 million in Bitcoin so far in 2020. Cumulatively, they have siphoned Bitcoin valued at $38 million over the last four years, and this excludes Ponzi schemes as they are a billion-dollar sector on their own.

Ethereum Performs Better than Bitcoin in Annual Returns with a 663% Gain
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Ethereum Performs Better than Bitcoin in Annual Returns with a 663% Gain

Ethereum's annual return stands at 663.7%, performing much stronger compared to Bitcoin’s 195.5%.

Following a Bullish Breakout, Will Bitcoin Touch $25K Level?
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Following a Bullish Breakout, Will Bitcoin Touch $25K Level?

After experiencing notable back and forth around the psychological price of $20,000, Bitcoin got a sigh of relief after pumping to mid-June levels of $22K.

Banks Holding Cryptocurrencies Face Strict New Regulations in European Parliament
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Banks Holding Cryptocurrencies Face Strict New Regulations in European Parliament

The European Parliament must approve a new crypto exposure policy for banks.

Bank of England Reveals How Banks Can Adjust to Cryptocurrency Growth
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Bank of England Reveals How Banks Can Adjust to Cryptocurrency Growth

The Deputy Governor of the Bank of England Jon Cunliffe has said that it is not the bank's job to protect commercial banks from the impact of cryptocurrencies.

Crypto Exchange MEXC Introduces Second-Level K-Line Function for Real Time Furtures Trading
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Crypto Exchange MEXC Introduces Second-Level K-Line Function for Real Time Furtures Trading

To enhance real-time futures trading, crypto exchange MEXC has introduced the second-level K-line function that will incorporate the one-second time period.

Bitcoin Continues Holding Above the 200 MA, with $34K Being the Redline
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Bitcoin Continues Holding Above the 200 MA, with $34K Being the Redline

With the 200-day moving average (MA) being a significant indicator used to determine the general market trend, Bitcoin (BTC) continues trading above this line.

One in Four South Korean College Students Has Invested in Cryptocurrencies
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One in Four South Korean College Students Has Invested in Cryptocurrencies

A study shows 23.6% of South Korean college students are investing in cryptocurrencies.

26% Brazilians Invested in Crypto over Last 6 Months, Study Shows
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26% Brazilians Invested in Crypto over Last 6 Months, Study Shows

A transition to cryptocurrencies as a means of payment and store of value by 26% of Brazilians in the last six months has been prompted by being unbanked or underbanked and high inflation rates, according to a study by crypto exchange KuCoin.

Swiss Banking Giant UBS to Offer Crypto Services to its Clients
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Swiss Banking Giant UBS to Offer Crypto Services to its Clients

UBS is reportedly planning to offer crypto investment services to its customers.

Most People Will Hold Bitcoin Instead of Investing in Stocks, Bonds or Real Estate, says Market Analyst
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Most People Will Hold Bitcoin Instead of Investing in Stocks, Bonds or Real Estate, says Market Analyst

Pierre Rochard, a market analyst and a Bitcoin advocate, believes that most people will be more inclined to hold BTC than assets like stocks.

Bitcoin Eyes Settling $45 Trillion in 2021, Twice the Value of all its Previous Years Combined
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Bitcoin Eyes Settling $45 Trillion in 2021, Twice the Value of all its Previous Years Combined

By the close of the year, Bitcoin (BTC) is set to make the highest transfer volume of $45 trillion, a scenario not seen in its twelve-year journey.

Ethereum Gains Momentum and Multiple Altcoins Follow its Lead
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Ethereum Gains Momentum and Multiple Altcoins Follow its Lead

Various altcoins are following Ethereum’s momentum footsteps. The market is looking at Ethereum climbing to the $2,400 level.

Bitcoin Needs to Create a Higher-Low at $31K for an Upward Trend, says Market Analyst
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Bitcoin Needs to Create a Higher-Low at $31K for an Upward Trend, says Market Analyst

Market analyst Michael van de Poppe believes that Bitcoin should create a higher low at $31k for an upward trend to be ignited as its consolidation continues.

Trump: Bitcoin, It Just Seems Like a Scam
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Trump: Bitcoin, It Just Seems Like a Scam

Former US President Donald Trump is still anti-crypto and he made it known in his latest interview with Fox business news.

Shopify Adds Another Option for Merchants to Accept Payments in Over 1,000 Cryptocurrencies
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Shopify Adds Another Option for Merchants to Accept Payments in Over 1,000 Cryptocurrencies

Shopify adds more than 1,000 cryptocurrencies for its merchants to accept as payment through a new partnership with CoinPayments.

Bitcoin Surges Past $56k as Addresses Holding At Least 0.1 BTC Hit All-Time High
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Bitcoin Surges Past $56k as Addresses Holding At Least 0.1 BTC Hit All-Time High

New data by Glassnode reveals that the number of Bitcoin addresses with more than 0.1 BTC has achieved a new record high, along with BTC's surge to top $56K.

Crypto Exchange Bit.com to Enhance TON Ecosystem
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Crypto Exchange Bit.com to Enhance TON Ecosystem

Bit.com, a Singapore-based crypto exchange, has partnered with TON, which stands for “The Open Network,” to expand, enhance, and develop its ecosystem.

Ethereum Continues to Grow with the Majority of Stablecoin Projects Leveraging its Network
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Ethereum Continues to Grow with the Majority of Stablecoin Projects Leveraging its Network

Ryan Watkins, a researcher at Messari, believes that the numerous stablecoin protocol experiments on the Ethereum network are impressive.

Institutional Investors are not Yet Buying Bitcoin as Price Slips Below $20K
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Institutional Investors are not Yet Buying Bitcoin as Price Slips Below $20K

After enjoying notable momentum above $20,000, Bitcoin (BTC) slipped below this psychological price amid low appetite from institutional investors.

Bitcoin Addresses in Profit Slip to 5-Month Low, Consolidation Continues
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Bitcoin Addresses in Profit Slip to 5-Month Low, Consolidation Continues

Profitability in the Bitcoin market has slipped to a 5-month low as the price continues to consolidate.

Terraform Labs (Luna) Co-Founder Pleads US Court to Dismiss SEC's Fraud Allegations
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Terraform Labs (Luna) Co-Founder Pleads US Court to Dismiss SEC's Fraud Allegations

Terraform Labs and co-founder Do Kwon are defending against fraud and securities allegations by the U.S. SEC, arguing their cryptocurrencies are not securities, amidst a wider legal battle between crypto firms and regulators following the Terra ecosystem's $40 billion downfall in 2022.

El Salvador Plays Host to Developing Economies to Delve Deeper into Bitcoin Adoption
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El Salvador Plays Host to Developing Economies to Delve Deeper into Bitcoin Adoption

The ongoing Bitcoin conference in El Salvador could not have come at an interesting time when the leading cryptocurrency has shown its resilience amid the current LUNA crash, according to Mikkel Morch, the executive director at crypto hedge fund ARK36.

South Korea’s Crypto Market Gears up to Legitimacy, With Banks Eyeing a Share of the Cake
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South Korea’s Crypto Market Gears up to Legitimacy, With Banks Eyeing a Share of the Cake

With the incoming South Korean President, Yoon Suk-yeol, pledging the easing of crypto regulations, the market is on a solid path to being significantly legitimized.

Crypto Market Capitalization Inches Closer to $3 Trillion
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Crypto Market Capitalization Inches Closer to $3 Trillion

The cryptocurrency market capitalization is a stone’s throw away from the $3 trillion mark as it stands at $2.96 trillion.

Bitcoin Needs to Flip $56.5K to Support Level to Retest $60,000, says Market Analyst
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Bitcoin Needs to Flip $56.5K to Support Level to Retest $60,000, says Market Analyst

Market analyst Michael van de Poppe believes that Bitcoin will have to flip the $56.5K resistance level to support if the cryptocurrency wishes to retest $60,000.

Bitcoin Hits a 2-Month High as BTC Lightning Network Scales the Heights
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Bitcoin Hits a 2-Month High as BTC Lightning Network Scales the Heights

After surging past $31,000, a scenario was last seen in March, momentum seems to be ticking in the Bitcoin market.

LUNA 2.0 Debut Experiences Hiccups as Price Plummets, Will Trust Remain Robust?
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LUNA 2.0 Debut Experiences Hiccups as Price Plummets, Will Trust Remain Robust?

After Terra 2.0 successfully went live on May 28, LUNA 2.0 has been on a rocky start based on a sharp price decline.

9 Cryptos Named as Securities by SEC amid Coinbase Insider Trading Charges
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9 Cryptos Named as Securities by SEC amid Coinbase Insider Trading Charges

The US SEC listed nine cryptocurrencies as securities in response to the first-ever insider trading case involving crypto tokens against a former Coinbase employee.

Why Bitcoin Needs to Hold Above the 52K Level
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Why Bitcoin Needs to Hold Above the 52K Level

Market analyst Michael van de Poppe believes that it is critical for Bitcoin to hold the $50-52k level, which will avert any more downward momentum.

LocalBitcoins Cuts Fees to Zero for Ukrainians Both Locally and Abroad
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LocalBitcoins Cuts Fees to Zero for Ukrainians Both Locally and Abroad

To ease transactions amongst Ukrainians as they face the Russian Army Invasion in their nation, P2P Bitcoin marketplace LocalBitcoins has removed all transaction fees for them both locally and abroad.

Stakeholders in the Crypto Ecosystem Want US Regulator to Increase Bank's Crypto Capabilities
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Stakeholders in the Crypto Ecosystem Want US Regulator to Increase Bank's Crypto Capabilities

Stakeholders including the Silvergate Bank have responded to the OCC call recommending the regulator to improve US bank’s crypto capabilities.

Venture Capital Firms Almost Quadruple Previous High by Pumping $30B into the Crypto Industry in 2021
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Venture Capital Firms Almost Quadruple Previous High by Pumping $30B into the Crypto Industry in 2021

Venture capital firms kept a keen eye on the crypto industry to the extent of pouring $30 billion in this sector in 2021.

The new procedures included the requirement that all future code changes be approved by the DAO
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The new procedures included the requirement that all future code changes be approved by the DAO

"Aave V3" was launched in March 2022 and deployed on numerous EVM-compatible blockchains soon after. V3 helps consumers save money and enhance capital efficiency. It permits riskier collateral.

South Korea will Impose a 20% Tax on Capital Gains from Cryptocurrencies Next Year
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South Korea will Impose a 20% Tax on Capital Gains from Cryptocurrencies Next Year

The South Korean administration is not relenting on its quest to levy a 20% income tax on capital gains from crypto transactions in 2022 despite growing investor concerns for the taxation plan to be delayed.

Bridge the gap between traditional finance and DeFi
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Bridge the gap between traditional finance and DeFi

User location was shown to affect transaction authorisation, with Europe having the best success rates.

Victims of BitConnect Ponzi Scheme to Benefit from the Liquidation of $57M Crypto Assets
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Victims of BitConnect Ponzi Scheme to Benefit from the Liquidation of $57M Crypto Assets

Victims of BitConnect fraud scheme have a reason to smile about after a court order granted the sale of cryptocurrencies accrued from the scam.

Singapore Aims at Becoming the World’s Main Business Hub for Crypto
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Singapore Aims at Becoming the World’s Main Business Hub for Crypto

Singapore is striving to establish itself as a global key hub for crypto business activities. The city state's head of the financial regulator said the best way to regulate crypto is "not to clamp down or ban these things".

20% of American Adults Involves in the Crypto Space, Study Shows
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20% of American Adults Involves in the Crypto Space, Study Shows

One in five Americans has used, traded, or invested in cryptocurrency, according to a poll by NBC News.

Blockchain Has "Much More to Offer," Says Lufax Head
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Blockchain Has "Much More to Offer," Says Lufax Head

During CNBC’s East Tech West conference held in Guangzhou, China, Jun Lu, head of Lufax Technology Center, acknowledged that the optimal potential of blockchain was more exciting than what is offered by cryptocurrencies.

Nvidia Plans to add Innovation in the Metaverse with Software, Marketplace Deals
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Nvidia Plans to add Innovation in the Metaverse with Software, Marketplace Deals

Nvidia Corporation has set its eyes on adding more creativity in the metaverse based on various marketplace and software deals.

Over $30 Billion Lost to Blockchain Hacks, Reveals SlowMist Hacked Statistics
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Over $30 Billion Lost to Blockchain Hacks, Reveals SlowMist Hacked Statistics

According to a research by SlowMist Hacked Statistics, the total amount of money that has been stolen from blockchains is an astounding $30,011,604,576.24. This information comes as a stunning surprise.

Long-Term Bitcoin Holders Keep Stacking While Short-Term Holders Keep Selling
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Long-Term Bitcoin Holders Keep Stacking While Short-Term Holders Keep Selling

On-chain analyst William Clemente III revealed that long-term holders keep on stacking as short-term holders keep on selling.

Bitcoin Rallies Back to $50,000 on Backing from Ark Investment CEO
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Bitcoin Rallies Back to $50,000 on Backing from Ark Investment CEO

Bitcoin (BTC) surged to $50,000 after nosediving to lows of $45,000. Cathie Wood, the CEO of Ark Investment Management, trusts that this correction is healthy for the market.

First Belgian Elected as European Legislator to Accept Salary in Bitcoin
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First Belgian Elected as European Legislator to Accept Salary in Bitcoin

Following in the footsteps of New York City Mayor Eric Adams, Brussels MP Christophe De Beukelaer intends to convert his salary to Bitcoin.

Cardano Nodes Go Offline for Half an Hour
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Cardano Nodes Go Offline for Half an Hour

Stake pool operators reported 50% of Cardano nodes disconnecting and restarting due to anomaly. Cardano's fintech business is investigating the anomaly's cause.

Paypal Confirms Plans to Launch its Platform Specific Stablecoin
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Paypal Confirms Plans to Launch its Platform Specific Stablecoin

American payments giant Paypal Holdings Inc has confirmed it is working on its own digital currency which may take the form of a stablecoin.

Proof-of-Reserves Becomes a Burning Issue amid FTX Crisis
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Proof-of-Reserves Becomes a Burning Issue amid FTX Crisis

With the liquidity issue being a primary contributor to the FTX crisis, the proof-of-reserves concept has engulfed the crypto sector with more exchanges gearing towards showing more transparency.

Latvian National Extradited to the U.S for Crypto and Wire Fraud
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Latvian National Extradited to the U.S for Crypto and Wire Fraud

Ivars Auzins, a Latvian citizen, accused of committing securities and wire fraud using eight companies that alleged to mine or invest in crypto assets, was extradited to the United States to face a six-count indictment charge.

Senior Worker at Bithumb Triggered Hacking Vulnerability
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Senior Worker at Bithumb Triggered Hacking Vulnerability

A senior worker at Bithumb, a leading South Korean crypto exchange, is in a tight spot after a Korean court discovered that he is liable for web safety legislation breaches. As a result, his misdeeds made the crypto exchange vulnerable to a 2017 hack that led to the loss of cryptocurrency holdings worth $6 million USD.

Bitcoin Dipped below 100-hour MA, Triggering Further Downswing, Analyst Suggests
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Bitcoin Dipped below 100-hour MA, Triggering Further Downswing, Analyst Suggests

Bitcoin dipped below the 100-hour MA, triggering a continuous downswing. Analysts suggest the leading crypto might further drop to a level between $19.3K and $18.6K.

Crypto Businesses Given the Green Light to Set Up in Dubai’s Free Zone
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Crypto Businesses Given the Green Light to Set Up in Dubai’s Free Zone

Following a memorandum of understanding (MoU) between the Dubai Multi-Commodities Centre (DMCC) Free Zone and the Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA), crypto businesses have been granted the liberty to operate in DMCC once registered licenses are granted.

Iran Transacts World's 1st International Import Order Worth $10M Using Crypto
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Iran Transacts World's 1st International Import Order Worth $10M Using Crypto

Iran has made the first-ever importation of goods using crypto, according to Alireza Peyman-Pak, the Vice Minister of Industry, Mine & Trade.

Bitcoin’s Movement Shows the Redline Between Net Buyers and Sellers is the $40.9K Zone
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Bitcoin’s Movement Shows the Redline Between Net Buyers and Sellers is the $40.9K Zone

Bitcoin has shown the area separating net buyers and sellers is the $40.9K area based on data collected between October last year and April 2022.

Nigerian President-elect's Manifesto Includes Blockchain and Crypto Regulations
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Nigerian President-elect's Manifesto Includes Blockchain and Crypto Regulations

Nigerian President-elect Bola Tinubu has released a manifesto proposing the implementation of blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies in Nigeria's banking and finance sector. The manifesto suggests reforming existing Nigerian Security Exchange Commission regulations to create a more business-friendly framework for regulating digital assets. The proposed regulations would require digital asset companies to register with the SEC and comply with SEC regulations. The release of the manifesto coincides with the increasing adoption of cryptocurrencies in Nigeria, with the government hoping that the proposed SEC regulation reforms will attract more investors in the digital and economic sectors and stimulate economic growth.

Binance in Talks With Nigeria to Develop Blockchain Hub
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Binance in Talks With Nigeria to Develop Blockchain Hub

Nigeria and crypto exchange Binance are in talks to establish a digital hub like the Dubai virtual free zone to propel blockchain growth in the country, according to the Nigeria Export Processing Zones Authority.

CoinCodex and CoinGecko Break CoinMarketCap's Monopoly on Cryptocurrency Rankings and Price Tracking
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CoinCodex and CoinGecko Break CoinMarketCap's Monopoly on Cryptocurrency Rankings and Price Tracking

Since the release of Bitcoin in 2009, the cryptocurrency industry has continued to evolve to the extent that major banks like JP Morgan Chase have started supporting crypto businesses. This trend has created avenues for various cryptocurrency comparison sites that list prices, market cap, trading volume, and coins in real-time. Nevertheless, this field is no longer a one-stop shop because CoinGecko and CoinCodex have come up, and they are giving CoinMarketCap a run for its money.

Ethereum Surges Past $1,800 - What's Next?
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Ethereum Surges Past $1,800 - What's Next?

On-chain metrics provider Santiment has noted that Ethereum's price surge to above $1,800 has triggered crowd skepticism, but this is a bullish sign.

Nearly Half of Millennials Own Cryptocurrencies
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Nearly Half of Millennials Own Cryptocurrencies

A recent survey conducted by Bitget, a cryptocurrency exchange, has found that 46% of millennials in major population countries own cryptocurrencies, compared to 25% of Gen X, 21% of Gen Z and 8% of baby boomers. The survey also revealed that 27% of millennials and 36% of Gen Z consider cryptocurrency regulation an important factor when voting for political candidates.

DBS Bank to Expand Crypto Services to Hong Kong
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DBS Bank to Expand Crypto Services to Hong Kong

As Hong Kong strives to become a digital asset center, Singapore state-owned megabank DBS Group plans to extend its crypto platform there.

Bears Dominate Market as Bitcoin Trading Below Key Daily Moving Averages
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Bears Dominate Market as Bitcoin Trading Below Key Daily Moving Averages

Market analysts believe bears are still in charge as Bitcoin is still trading below key daily moving averages like 50 MA, 200 EMA, and 200 MA.

Russian Policy Boss Wants to Block Cryptocurrencies, Says They Are Difficult to Regulate
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Russian Policy Boss Wants to Block Cryptocurrencies, Says They Are Difficult to Regulate

Anatoly Aksakov, head of the State Duma Financial Market Committee, stated that the country should explore other options for crypto regulation.

More Investors are Jumping on the Ethereum Bandwagon
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More Investors are Jumping on the Ethereum Bandwagon

Ethereum has been attracting more users to its network, as non-zero ETH addresses just reached an ATH of 55,317,765.

Bitcoin’s Circulation Hits a 2-Month High, Suggesting Price Could Follow Suit
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Bitcoin’s Circulation Hits a 2-Month High, Suggesting Price Could Follow Suit

On-chain metrics provider Santiment believes that Bitcoin’s price could witness a surge given that its circulation reached levels last seen in July.

CoinMarketCap Introduces Algorithmically Ranked Crypto Trading Pairs to Eradicate Volume Inflation
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CoinMarketCap Introduces Algorithmically Ranked Crypto Trading Pairs to Eradicate Volume Inflation

CoinMarketCap, a leading crypto data tracker, has gone a notch higher by presenting a new ranking system based on an innovative algorithm powered by machine learning. According to the company’s blog post, this new approach will enable users to make more profound trading decisions when it comes to market pairs. The new approach presented by CoinMarketCap seeks to revamp its current single metric ranking network to a combined one that will handle at least 22,000 market pairs covering more than 5,500 cryptocurrencies.

PancakeSwap’s Native Token Once Surged by Nearly 10% after Binance Labs Sets Foot in Ecosystem
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PancakeSwap’s Native Token Once Surged by Nearly 10% after Binance Labs Sets Foot in Ecosystem

After Binance Labs established a strategic investment in PancakeSwap, the network’s utility and governance token, CAKE, has once soared by nearly 10%.

Ethereum’s Social Volume Climbs to an 11-Week High
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Ethereum’s Social Volume Climbs to an 11-Week High

Ethereum (ETH) continues getting a keen eye as crowd awareness and interest rose substantially after the second-largest cryptocurrency crossed above $2,500, as acknowledged by crypto analytic firm Santiment.

Bitcoin Closes to Hyper-Adoption Phase similar to Mid-to-Late 1990s: Wells Fargo
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Bitcoin Closes to Hyper-Adoption Phase similar to Mid-to-Late 1990s: Wells Fargo

It might not be too late to jump on the Bitcoin bandwagon because the leading cryptocurrency is just getting to the inflexion point of hyper-adoption, according to a report published by Wells Fargo.

FATF Releases Action Plan to Improve Implementation of Global Standards on Crypto
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FATF Releases Action Plan to Improve Implementation of Global Standards on Crypto

Over 200 governments agreed to tighten the "application of FATF Standards on virtual assets and virtual asset service providers".

CFTC Charges Fundsz and Individuals for Fraudulent Cryptocurrency and Precious Metals Solicitation
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CFTC Charges Fundsz and Individuals for Fraudulent Cryptocurrency and Precious Metals Solicitation

CFTC files complaint against Fundsz and individuals for fraudulent crypto and precious metals trading. Assets frozen; hearing set for August 23.

35% of Nigerians Have Entered the Crypto Market in the Last 6 Months, Study Shows
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35% of Nigerians Have Entered the Crypto Market in the Last 6 Months, Study Shows

Nigerians are entering the crypto space because of the lack of affordable financial services and high inflation rates, given that 35% of them were engaged in this sector in the last six months, according to a study by crypto exchange KuCoin.

Kenya’s Bitcoin Trading Volumes Hit $45.95 Million in 2020, Second Highest in Africa
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Kenya’s Bitcoin Trading Volumes Hit $45.95 Million in 2020, Second Highest in Africa

Kenya’s Bitcoin (BTC) trading volumes skyrocketed by 472 percent in 2020 to stand at $45.95 million (Ksh 5.1 billion).

Cryptocurrencies to Become a Standard Payment Option, Paysafe Study Shows
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Cryptocurrencies to Become a Standard Payment Option, Paysafe Study Shows

Multinational online payments company Paysafe has conducted a study, showing that 60% of the respondents believe that crypto purchases will become widespread in one year.

44% of Germans Optimizes Crypto for the Future of Finance, Study Shows
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44% of Germans Optimizes Crypto for the Future of Finance, Study Shows

Given that Germany is the first nation to recognize Bitcoin as a unit of value, 44% of respondents in the country view crypto as part of the future of finance, according to a study by crypto exchange KuCoin.

What Can You Buy With Bitcoin?
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What Can You Buy With Bitcoin?

Bitcoin's price has surpassed the $16,000 resistance for the first time since 2017, but as the crypto's value increases it begs the question—what can you buy with Bitcoin?

6 Corporate Giants Hold Bitcoin Worth More Than $11.4 Billion
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6 Corporate Giants Hold Bitcoin Worth More Than $11.4 Billion

Blockchain insights provider BlockData has acknowledged that six corporate giants have taken the Bitcoin holding culture a notch higher as they have BTC worth more than $11.4 billion in their custody.

All Crypto Assets Correlation Meets Greater Than 60% with Bitcoin
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All Crypto Assets Correlation Meets Greater Than 60% with Bitcoin

The correlation between Bitcoin and other cryptoassets like Ethereum (ETH) and Litecoin (LTC) is above 60%, as acknowledged by Messari Crypto researcher Mira Christianto.

Binance Launches In-Store Crypto Payment Solution with Ingenico
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Binance Launches In-Store Crypto Payment Solution with Ingenico

In Q2 2023, a crypto-to-fiat solution for fiat payments will pilot for retailers.

MicroStrategy Acquires an Additional 271 Bitcoins for $15 Million
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MicroStrategy Acquires an Additional 271 Bitcoins for $15 Million

MicroStrategy’s CEO Michael Saylor has revealed that the firm has scooped up an additional 271 Bitcoins for $15 million.

Tesla's $140 Million Bitcoin Loss Shows the Risk of Crypto Holdings
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Tesla's $140 Million Bitcoin Loss Shows the Risk of Crypto Holdings

Q1 2021 Tesla spent $1.5 billion on Bitcoin.

Brazilian Lawmaker Advocates for Workers to Receive Payment in Crypto
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Brazilian Lawmaker Advocates for Workers to Receive Payment in Crypto

Brazilian Federal lawmaker, Luizão Goulart has proposed a bill that will see both government and private employees receive their remuneration in digital currencies.

Ethereum Token Circulation Hit Levels Last Seen in June Amid ETH Realized Cap Reaching ATH
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Ethereum Token Circulation Hit Levels Last Seen in June Amid ETH Realized Cap Reaching ATH

Ethereum has been experiencing an uptick in different activities, despite the crypto market bleeding triggered by factors like a major liquidity crisis witnessed by leading Asian property developer China Evergrande.

Bitcoin Needs to Hold Above $34k For Bullish Divergences
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Bitcoin Needs to Hold Above $34k For Bullish Divergences

Market analyst CryptoHamster believes that Bitcoin needs to hold above the $34k area for the present correction to end in the short-term.

Revolut Introduces Crypto Staking to UK and EEA
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Revolut Introduces Crypto Staking to UK and EEA

This week, Revolut's "soft testing" staking function will launch.

Opportunity to Thrive In Times Of Uncertainty
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Opportunity to Thrive In Times Of Uncertainty

If history has taught us anything, it's that humanity often takes great leaps forward in times of chaos and uncertainty. This is one of those moments, but it's important that global citizens take steps to ensure that no one is left behind. Now is the time to start thinking less as nations and more as single, unified species.

US Government Seize Bitcoin Terrorism Funding for Islamic State and Al-Qaeda
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US Government Seize Bitcoin Terrorism Funding for Islamic State and Al-Qaeda

The US Justice Department has revealed that it has seized cryptocurrency worth millions of dollars intended to fund the activities of terror groups like the military arm of Hamas, the Islamic State, and Al-Qaeda. This breakthrough is the largest clampdown on online terrorist fundraising,

Bitcoin Supply in Profit Drops to 83%, Short-Term Holders Blamed to be the Primary Culprits
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Bitcoin Supply in Profit Drops to 83%, Short-Term Holders Blamed to be the Primary Culprits

The current retracement has triggered a 17% loss in Bitcoin supply, with short-term holders who bought the top to be blamed as primary culprits.

PayPal’s Venmo Launches New Service Enabling Users to Sell, Hold, And Buy Crypto
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PayPal’s Venmo Launches New Service Enabling Users to Sell, Hold, And Buy Crypto

Venmo, the peer-to-peer payment service owned by PayPal Inc., has launched a new feature that lets its customers buy, hold, and sell four different cryptocurrencies for a little as $1.

$5,000 Emerge as the Largest Open Interest Strike Price for Ethereum Options
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$5,000 Emerge as the Largest Open Interest Strike Price for Ethereum Options

Open interest is rising, with $5,000 being the largest strike price for Ethereum options.

HSBC is looking for a top executive to work with asset tokenization
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HSBC is looking for a top executive to work with asset tokenization

The Tokenisation Director would "create and execute" a worldwide tokenization proposal.

Ethereum Slips Below $1,350 as Total Liquidation Hit $300 Million in 12 Hours
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Ethereum Slips Below $1,350 as Total Liquidation Hit $300 Million in 12 Hours

Ethereum has not been able to get the right footing since the much-anticipated Merge went live on September 15.

DAG Global Seeks to Break New Ground as First UK Bank to Support Crypto Businesses
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DAG Global Seeks to Break New Ground as First UK Bank to Support Crypto Businesses

DAG Global, a UK financial services company, aims to set a precedent by gaining a UK banking license to close the void between banks and crypto businesses. It intends to become the nation’s first bank to support cryptocurrency businesses.

Ethereum’s Crowd Sentiment Hits a Two-Month High as ETH 2.0 Surpasses 200,000 Validators
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Ethereum’s Crowd Sentiment Hits a Two-Month High as ETH 2.0 Surpasses 200,000 Validators

Ethereum recently jumped above the $2,400 level, triggering crowd sentiment on Twitter to hit a two-month high, as acknowledged by on-chain metrics provider Santiment.

Dozens of AI-Powered Chatbot Tokens Found to Be Part of honeypot schemes
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Dozens of AI-Powered Chatbot Tokens Found to Be Part of honeypot schemes

Blockchain security company PeckShield has warned about "dozens" of BingChatGPT pump-and-dump tokens.

Ethereum’s Daily Transfers Have Increased from $373 Million to Over $9 Billion in Just a Year
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Ethereum’s Daily Transfers Have Increased from $373 Million to Over $9 Billion in Just a Year

Ethereum has been transacting enormous daily volumes to the tune of more than $9 billion.

Bitcoin Supply on Exchanges Diminishes as BTC Stares at Last Key Support Level Above $30,000
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Bitcoin Supply on Exchanges Diminishes as BTC Stares at Last Key Support Level Above $30,000

As Bitcoin (BTC) eyes for a clear direction outside the $30K-40K range, the top cryptocurrency has been leaving crypto exchanges in droves.

Bitcoin Regains Momentum to Breaches $30K
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Bitcoin Regains Momentum to Breaches $30K

After nosediving to lows of $26K, a scenario that was last seen in December 2020, Bitcoin (BTC) has gained momentum and breached the psychological price of $30,000.

Ethereum’s Surge Above $2,700 for the First Time in 2 Months Causes Crowd Euphoria
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Ethereum’s Surge Above $2,700 for the First Time in 2 Months Causes Crowd Euphoria

Ethereum’s uptick above $2,700 not experienced in two months has made the crypto community excited.

Ethereum Experiences Accumulation Trend as Price Continues Trading Above $3,000
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Ethereum Experiences Accumulation Trend as Price Continues Trading Above $3,000

Ethereum has been experiencing notable accumulation based on the mean coin age, illustrating more demand.

Binance To Permit Businesses Feature on its App via its Marketplace
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Binance To Permit Businesses Feature on its App via its Marketplace

The world’s largest digital currency exchange by trading volume, Binance has announced that companies can now apply to be featured on its marketplace in order to reach millions of users

NFT Secondary Sales Surpass $15b amid Monthly Volume Constantly Topping $1b
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NFT Secondary Sales Surpass $15b amid Monthly Volume Constantly Topping $1b

The non-fungible tokens (NFTs) sector continues to take the world by storm based on the massive growth experienced.

Bitcoin Lightning Network Continues to Gain Steam, Hitting Historic Highs of 3,436 BTC
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Bitcoin Lightning Network Continues to Gain Steam, Hitting Historic Highs of 3,436 BTC

After crossing the 3,000 BTC capacity for the first time in October 2021, the Bitcoin Lightning Network does not show signs of slowing down as its upward quest continues.

Analyst Believes Capital Flocks to Ethereum’s DeFi Sector
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Analyst Believes Capital Flocks to Ethereum’s DeFi Sector

Market analyst Lark Davis noted that big money flow was piling in Ethereum’s decentralized finance (DeFi) sector, and that's bullish.

Bitcoin Futures Market is in a Healthy Contango,Indicating that the Price of Bitcoin will Rise Further
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Bitcoin Futures Market is in a Healthy Contango,Indicating that the Price of Bitcoin will Rise Further

The BTC futures market has been scaling the heights based on an uptick in price, which means the market expectations are for higher prices in the future.

Bitcoin Fear & Greed Index Indicates Extreme Fear, Suggesting Considerable Uncertainty in the Market
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Bitcoin Fear & Greed Index Indicates Extreme Fear, Suggesting Considerable Uncertainty in the Market

Market analyst Lark Davis believes that FUD (fear, uncertainty & doubt) has engulfed the BTC market based on the fear & greed index.

Bitcoin Experiences Worst Selloff since May as BTC Trades below 200-Day Moving Average
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Bitcoin Experiences Worst Selloff since May as BTC Trades below 200-Day Moving Average

Despite holding above the psychological price of $50K over the Christmas weekend, Bitcoin (BTC) experienced significant liquidation that drove the price downwards.

How Cryptocurrencies Can Help You Find Love This Valentine's Day
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How Cryptocurrencies Can Help You Find Love This Valentine's Day

A Valentine's Day poll reveals that cryptocurrency may be key in compatible relationships.

Argentinian Seek Shelter in Crypto, while Local Inflation Surges over 50%
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Argentinian Seek Shelter in Crypto, while Local Inflation Surges over 50%

Argentinians have resorted to transacting in cryptocurrencies to tame runaway prices, given that annual inflation surged by more than 50%.

FTX’s Sam Bankman-Fried Eyes Bailing Out Jittered Crypto Miners After Inking BlockFi Deal
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FTX’s Sam Bankman-Fried Eyes Bailing Out Jittered Crypto Miners After Inking BlockFi Deal

Sam Bankman-Fried, the CEO and founder of crypto exchange FTX, revealed that he was looking at the option of making acquisitions in the limping crypto mining sector

Kraken Contributes $250,000 to Enhance Ethereum 2.0 Upgrade
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Kraken Contributes $250,000 to Enhance Ethereum 2.0 Upgrade

Kraken, a leading US-based crypto exchange, revealed its $250,000 donation aimed at helping open-source developer teams tasked with the Ethereum (ETH) 2.0 upgrade.

Tether Regains $1 Peg
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Tether Regains $1 Peg

Tether (USDT) has regained its 1-to-1 peg with the dollar after briefly dropping to 94.55 cents, its lowest since December 2020.

El Salvador Plans to Build 20 New Schools by Using Bitcoin Profits
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El Salvador Plans to Build 20 New Schools by Using Bitcoin Profits

El Salvador has started reaping from its Bitcoin investment because profits have started being channeled towards infrastructural development.

Ethereum to Launch Zhejiang Public Withdrawal Testnet
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Ethereum to Launch Zhejiang Public Withdrawal Testnet

Staked Ethereum is frozen until the Shanghai update.

DTCC Announces Changes to Collateral Allocation for Bitcoin-Linked ETFs
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DTCC Announces Changes to Collateral Allocation for Bitcoin-Linked ETFs

The Depository Trust and Clearing Corporation (DTCC) will no longer allocate collateral or extend loans against ETFs with Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies exposure, impacting financial stability and credit assessment.

BTC Leaps Over 12% to Six-week High, Analysts Predicts Individual Trades Could Influence on the Bitcoin Market
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BTC Leaps Over 12% to Six-week High, Analysts Predicts Individual Trades Could Influence on the Bitcoin Market

Bitcoin leaps over 12% to a six-week high on Monday morning in the Hong Kong section, rebounding to $38,643.13 in the past 24 hours. Prior to the latest surge, on-chain metrics provider Santiment believes that individual trades will significantly impact the BTC market based on low daily trading volume.

Central African Bank Regulator Announces Nationwide Crypto Ban
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Central African Bank Regulator Announces Nationwide Crypto Ban

The Central Bank’s latest move in Central Republic Africa is contrary to the government’s announcement that Bitcoin is a legal tender in the nation.

Thailand SEC Revises its Net Capital Rules In Favor of Crypto Backed Firms
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Thailand SEC Revises its Net Capital Rules In Favor of Crypto Backed Firms

Thailand’s Securities and Exchange Commission has made an upward review of its net capital requirement for the securities firm in the country with crypto ties.

The Crypto Market is Experiencing a Healthy Price Correction Needed Before Surging Higher, says Spartan Group Partner
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The Crypto Market is Experiencing a Healthy Price Correction Needed Before Surging Higher, says Spartan Group Partner

According to a Spartan Group partner, the present correction in the crypto market is healthy because it will trigger an uptrend.

Is Bitcoin Eyeing a Strong Movement amid Hodled Coins Hitting a 5-Year High?
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Is Bitcoin Eyeing a Strong Movement amid Hodled Coins Hitting a 5-Year High?

Bitcoin might be geared toward a strong movement based on declining historic volatility.

1inch Network Launches Hardware Wallet Amid Rise of Self-Cust
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1inch Network Launches Hardware Wallet Amid Rise of Self-Cust

1inch is the newest hardware wallet supplier for cryptocurrency. The 1inch Hardware Wallet's 2.7-inch E-Ink grayscale touch panel and stainless-steel frame mimic the iPhone 13.

Allegations of fraud against Compass Mining after company cuts ties with Russian
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Allegations of fraud against Compass Mining after company cuts ties with Russian

Compass Mining customers are suing for $2 million for fraud. The firm terminated connections with Russian hosting provider Bit River and didn't restore clients' Bitcoin machines. It cut connections with Bit River over non-applicable US sanctions.

Holding onto Bitcoin Long Term is the Way to Go, says Crypto Analyst
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Holding onto Bitcoin Long Term is the Way to Go, says Crypto Analyst

Crypto trader Michael van de Poppe believes that holding onto BTC long term is the way to go. Here's why.

Mississippi State Senate Passes Bill to Protect Crypto Miners
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Mississippi State Senate Passes Bill to Protect Crypto Miners

The Mississippi state senate approved a law to shield the bitcoin mining business from unfair "regulatory hurdles."

SEC Chair Jay Clayton to Leave the Commission by Year End—Implications for the Future of Crypto
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SEC Chair Jay Clayton to Leave the Commission by Year End—Implications for the Future of Crypto

SEC's Jay Clayton is set to leave the commission by year-end after three and a half years in office. What could this mean for the crypto industry?

Bitcoin Mining Might Become More Easier and Lucrative Following China’s Crackdown
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Bitcoin Mining Might Become More Easier and Lucrative Following China’s Crackdown

While Chinese authorities were intensifying the Bitcoin (BTC) mining crackdown, some crypto experts believe this might be a blessing in disguise to this sector.

Bitcoin Needs to Push Above $40,000 for Bulls to Construct Confidence
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Bitcoin Needs to Push Above $40,000 for Bulls to Construct Confidence

Chris Weston, the head of research at Pepperstone Financial Pty, believes that Bitcoin ought to trade above the top of the present range of $40k for bulls to feel that they are out of vulnerability.

Rio de Janeiro Plans to become "Crypto Rio" by Storing Part of its Reserves in Bitcoin
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Rio de Janeiro Plans to become "Crypto Rio" by Storing Part of its Reserves in Bitcoin

Following in the footsteps of Miami, Brazilian city Rio de Janeiro plans to enter the crypto space by having 1% of its reserves in Bitcoin.

Rising Use of Metaverse Could Pose Systemic Risk, Says Bank of England
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Rising Use of Metaverse Could Pose Systemic Risk, Says Bank of England

Staffers at the Bank of England have announced that the rise of metaverse may cause a systemic risk to financial stability. The researchers said that would require strong consumer protection frameworks.

Al Jalila Foundation Sets the Ball as First Charity Organization in the UAE to Accept Crypto Donations
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Al Jalila Foundation Sets the Ball as First Charity Organization in the UAE to Accept Crypto Donations

To bridge the gap between physical and digital currency regarding giving, Al Jalila Foundation has become the first healthcare charity in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to accept crypto donations.

Morgan Stanley in Talks to Acquire Multi-Million Dollar Stake in Bithumb Crypto Exchange
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Morgan Stanley in Talks to Acquire Multi-Million Dollar Stake in Bithumb Crypto Exchange

Morgan Stanley is reportedly in talks with Bithumb South Korea-based crypto exchange to acquire a multi-million-dollar stake in the exchange.

Russia's Crypto Ban Will Ease Risks But Limit Tech Diffusion: Fitch
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Russia's Crypto Ban Will Ease Risks But Limit Tech Diffusion: Fitch

The proposed attempt by the Central Bank of Russia (CBR) to ban digital currencies and related operations in the country has been identified by Fitch Ratings as a double-edged move that has its ups and downs.

Ethereum Miners Revenue Percentage Reaches Monthly Low
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Ethereum Miners Revenue Percentage Reaches Monthly Low

The percentage of miner revenue from fees on the ETH network reached a monthly low of 36.145%.

Bitcoin Spot Exchange Reserves Dropped by 12,500 BTC in the Past 2 Weeks, Suggesting the Dip is Being Bought
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Bitcoin Spot Exchange Reserves Dropped by 12,500 BTC in the Past 2 Weeks, Suggesting the Dip is Being Bought

Bitcoin Spot Exchange Reserves were down by 12,500 BTC in the past 2 weeks as price fell by 25%.

Robinhood Warns About Potential for Significant Decline in Retail Trading, Particularly in Crypto Business
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Robinhood Warns About Potential for Significant Decline in Retail Trading, Particularly in Crypto Business

Expecting to conduct IPO next week, Robinhood warns its revenues in Q3 ending in September to be lower compared to Q2 ended in June.

Israeli Pension Firm Generates Huge Profit from $100 Million Investment in Bitcoin
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Israeli Pension Firm Generates Huge Profit from $100 Million Investment in Bitcoin

Altshuler Shaham, the biggest pension company in Israel, has announced that it invested $100 million in Bitcoin at the end of December last year- With Bitcoin's appreciation, the investment has grown and become $200 million.

67% of Retail Investors See Crypto as a Trustworthy Investment, Study Shows
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67% of Retail Investors See Crypto as a Trustworthy Investment, Study Shows

As a show of belief in the crypto space, 67% of retail or investors deem cryptocurrencies as trustworthy investments, wile only 11% seeing them as untrustworthy, a study shows.

More Money has Flowed into Ethereum than Bitcoin in 2021
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More Money has Flowed into Ethereum than Bitcoin in 2021

Ethereum has emerged as the victor because more money has trickled into its network than Bitcoin in 2021 based on the market capitalization metrics.

Bitcoin Slips to $34.5K, Are Short-Term Holders Behind the Selling Pressure?
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Bitcoin Slips to $34.5K, Are Short-Term Holders Behind the Selling Pressure?

Bitcoin has been downtrending since May 5, and liquidation in the market continues over the weekend.

Terrorist Groups Use Telegram for Raising Cryptocurrencies
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Terrorist Groups Use Telegram for Raising Cryptocurrencies

Terrorist groups, including ISIS, Al-Qaeda, and Hamas, are using several social media platforms, including Telegram, to raise funds via cryptocurrencies.

What’s Different About Cryptocurrencies This Time Around?
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What’s Different About Cryptocurrencies This Time Around?

Even people who haven’t been paying all that much attention to the markets over the last several months are likely aware that cryptocurrencies are one of, if not the hot investment topic.

Five Myths People Have About Cryptocurrencies Debunked
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Five Myths People Have About Cryptocurrencies Debunked

Cryptocurrency has now been in the market for a decade, and its introduction enabled it to join the ranks of fiat currencies as a potential means of payment. However, the majority of consumers still hold wrong beliefs about cryptocurrencies. This explains the reason for the low adoption of cryptos.

C10: An All-Weather Approach to Investing In Cryptocurrencies
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C10: An All-Weather Approach to Investing In Cryptocurrencies

The future of cryptocurrencies looks bright as an increasing number of investors are looking for alternative investment opportunities, but many remain hesitant because of the market's extreme volatility.

Debunked: The 7 Most Common Myths About Cryptocurrencies
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Debunked: The 7 Most Common Myths About Cryptocurrencies

Although cryptocurrencies have been around for quite some time, many people still find them confusing. In part, that is definitely due to the fact that there are many common myths about them that people take to be true.

IRS Announces New Tax Payment Guidance on Cryptocurrencies
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IRS Announces New Tax Payment Guidance on Cryptocurrencies

The controversial nature of the acceptance of cryptocurrencies is now more tilted to the positive end where world government now deem it fit to establish guidelines to tax cryptocurrency holders.

Cryptocurrencies Should be Given Room to Grow, Asserts IMF Chief
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Cryptocurrencies Should be Given Room to Grow, Asserts IMF Chief

Christine Lagarde, the IMF Chief has asked financial players, such as central banks, to be open-minded when it comes to innovations, such as cryptocurrencies, as they should be given space to grow.

UK Financial Regulator Reveals: 1.9 Million British Adults Own Cryptocurrencies
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UK Financial Regulator Reveals: 1.9 Million British Adults Own Cryptocurrencies

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) in the UK reported that 1.9 million adults own cryptocurrencies, representing 3.86% of the general population. The regulator also noted that 75% of them hold crypto worth less than £1,000, approximately $1,230.

India’s Apex Court Postpones Cryptocurrencies Ban Hearing to November
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India’s Apex Court Postpones Cryptocurrencies Ban Hearing to November

Back in April 2018, the Reserve Bank of India released a press release prohibiting banks from providing financial services to individuals and corporate bodies dealing in cryptocurrencies. This move by the Reserve Bank of India has received many criticisms from several individuals and the High Court of Delhi as the ban clearly violates the constitution.

#BitcoinTuesday: It’s Giving Tuesday for Cryptocurrencies
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#BitcoinTuesday: It’s Giving Tuesday for Cryptocurrencies

The Giving Block has launched the world’s largest cryptocurrency fundraising platform to coincide with Giving Tuesday (December 3, 2019), where the platform will co-promote with influencers, sponsors and partners, the top nonprofits accepting cryptocurrency donations for “Bitcoin Tuesda

South Korean Advocates for Institutionalization of Cryptocurrencies via Bitcoin Derivatives
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South Korean Advocates for Institutionalization of Cryptocurrencies via Bitcoin Derivatives

A South Korean commission dubbed the 4th Industrial Revolution Commission has proposed that the government ought to permit financial institutions to establish cryptocurrency-based products, such as Bitcoin derivatives as they will be instrumental in the long-term institutionalization of cryptocurrencies.

Central Banks Race to Adopt Fiat-Backed Cryptocurrencies
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Central Banks Race to Adopt Fiat-Backed Cryptocurrencies

Cryptocurrency innovations are scrambling to get adoption across the world. However, there is also another race. Many nations are competing to become the first to adopt a central bank cryptocurrency. Let’s understand why central banks are scrambling to acquire fiat-backed cryptocurrencies.

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