As the legal battle between Ripple and the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) continues, experts are divided on when a resolution might be reached. While Ripple’s CEO hints at a potential agreement “very soon,” others like American attorney Fred Rispoli and Jeremy Hogan have made predictions ranging from July 31 to the end
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The second day of trading for spot Ethereum ETFs saw a significant shift in investor behavior compared to the first day. More than $133 million were withdrawn from the largest financial vehicles, causing a ripple effect in the market. This mass exodus led to a massive price drop in the underlying asset, driving it down
Cynthia Lummis recently raised concerns about the Biden administration’s suggestion of implementing a 30% excise tax on the energy consumed by Bitcoin miners. She believes that this tax could potentially harm the growing Bitcoin mining industry in the United States. Lummis argues that the concerns about environmental pollution and risks to the energy grid, which
BitcoinOS (BOS) developers recently achieved a groundbreaking milestone in blockchain history by successfully verifying the first-ever zero-knowledge proof (ZKP) on the Bitcoin mainchain. This achievement paves the way for unprecedented levels of scalability and functionality for Bitcoin, without the need for changes to its underlying consensus code. Permissionless Upgrades and Decentralization The final verification of
In a surprising turn of events, the defunct crypto exchange Mt. Gox has begun repaying creditors affected by the infamous 2014 hack. This development has garnered attention from the crypto community, with many speculating about the potential impact on the market. Initially, there were concerns that Mt. Gox creditors receiving their long-awaited Bitcoin refunds would
Ethereum’s price has shown signs of bullish momentum as it consolidates above the 100 and 200-day moving averages. After breaking above the critical 100-day moving average at $3,354, the price entered a period of sideways fluctuation, indicating an equilibrium between buyers and sellers in the market. However, with the launch of spot ETH ETFs and
Shiba Inu (SHIB) has experienced a significant drop of 13% in value over the past week, causing concern among analysts. The current downtrend in price has led some to believe that further declines may be on the horizon. One analyst pointed out that as long as SHIB remains within the $0.0000185-$0.0000164 range, its valuation could
The introduction of Ethereum ETFs in the United States marked a significant milestone, especially for Grayscale’s Ethereum Trust (ETHE). On the first day of trading, ETHE experienced a substantial loss of $484 million, raising concerns about the potential impact on the fund’s assets under management. This trend mirrors the challenges faced by Grayscale when converting
In early July, the Coinbase premium turned positive after a period of concern following a dip in mid-May. This shift has sparked renewed interest in Bitcoin among institutional investors, with many analysts viewing it as a potential indicator of a market rally. The Coinbase premium measures the difference between hourly bitcoin prices on Coinbase’s BTC-USD
The approval of several spot Ethereum ETFs has generated excitement in the cryptocurrency market, with traders closely monitoring the potential impact on Ethereum’s price. Amidst expectations of rapid asset accumulation, the launch of these ETFs has reignited discussions around market sentiment and future price trends. While Ether’s price has remained relatively stable in the lead-up
The largest spot Bitcoin ETFs in the US have been experiencing positive inflows, but the price of Bitcoin itself has faced significant retracements recently. Despite reaching close to $67,000, the cryptocurrency has been on a rollercoaster ride in the past few days. A volatile end to the previous business week saw Bitcoin drop from $65,000
In recent developments, Hong Kong is set to launch Asia’s very first Bitcoin futures inverse product on July 23. The CSOP Bitcoin Futures Daily (-1x) Inverse Product, created by China Southern Asset Management Co., Ltd (CSOP), aims to provide investors with an opportunity to profit from declines in Bitcoin’s price. This exchange-traded fund (ETF) will
The latest data on digital asset investments reveals a significant upward trend, with inflows reaching an impressive $1.35 billion last week alone. This marks a substantial increase from the previous weeks, bringing the total inflows over the past three weeks to a staggering $3.2 billion. These figures indicate a growing interest in digital asset products
Ripple’s XRP has recently experienced a significant surge in its price, climbing by 40% in just two weeks. Despite a brief dip below $0.55, the token is currently trading above $0.60, leading many analysts to predict even further gains in the near future. Some industry insiders have even suggested that XRP could reach as high
Ethereum, a significant player in the cryptocurrency market, began its journey with an initial coin offering (ICO) on July 22, 2014. The ICO was conducted in a permissionless environment, free from venture capital influence or vesting periods. Initially priced at 2,000 ETH per sale unit per BTC, the rate gradually decreased over the course of
The recent announcement of Joe Biden withdrawing from the 2024 presidential race caused significant market volatility among presidential meme coins. This abrupt decision led to a sharp decline in the value of tokens associated with Biden and his family members, while boosting tokens linked to potential Democratic replacements. One of the most notable effects of
Bitcoin’s price showed a positive reaction following President Joe Biden’s announcement of quitting the 2024 presidential race, surging to a multi-week high of over $68,000. This sudden spike in price demonstrates the volatile nature of cryptocurrencies in response to political events. The market witnessed significant fluctuations in the past few weeks, with Bitcoin experiencing both
Kraken, a leading cryptocurrency exchange, has recently announced a partnership with Tottenham Hotspur, one of England’s most iconic football clubs. This alliance marks a significant move in Kraken’s global marketing strategy to reach a wider audience through enhanced web3 integrations. By joining forces with a renowned football club like Tottenham Hotspur, Kraken aims to leverage
In a recent analysis by crypto investment firm Mechanism Capital, Bitcoin is projected to reach a price level above $1 million in the mid-term. One of the key factors contributing to this bullish prediction is the potential adoption of Bitcoin as a national treasury reserve asset. Despite recent market structure challenges, Mechanism Capital’s co-founder, Andrew
The past week has been particularly lucrative for the cryptocurrency market, with the total capitalization soaring to $2.55 trillion, marking an increase of over $150 billion. While Bitcoin may not have been the top performer, it certainly made waves by surging 11% in just seven days. The price of Bitcoin experienced a significant uptrend starting
Three individuals were recently apprehended by the Hong Kong police on suspicion of defrauding a businessman of HK$3.11 million in crypto assets. The trio offered the victim three bundles of counterfeit HK$1,000 banknotes during a fraudulent transaction at a Mong Kok office. Authorities seized a total of 10,978 fake banknotes during a raid at the
State Street Corp., a prominent financial institution based in Boston, is delving into the world of cryptocurrency by considering the launch of its own stablecoin and tokenized deposits. This move is aimed at enhancing payment settlement processes through the utilization of blockchain technology. The company has been actively involved in efforts to immerse itself in
Kraken Institutional, a division catering to institutional investors of the US-based crypto exchange Kraken, has recently announced the expansion of its custody services into the UK and Australia. This strategic move marks the first venture of Kraken Institutional following its initial launch earlier this year. The decision to expand Kraken Custody services into the UK
Over the past weekend, Bitcoin experienced a significant rally in price, indicating a potential bottoming out of the crypto asset. The price of Bitcoin surged to $67,000, although it was currently at $64,000. This recovery comes after holders faced substantial losses in 2024, with on-chain metrics showing positive momentum in the short term. CryptoQuant analysts
Recent data shows a significant decline in trading volume on centralized exchanges, specifically in the derivatives market. In June, the combined spot and derivatives trading volume dropped by 21.8%, continuing a trend of diminishing activity since March. One major contributing factor to this decline was the notable decrease in open interest on derivatives exchanges, which
The year 2024 has witnessed a significant surge in the popularity of dog-themed meme coins in the cryptocurrency market. Coins like Dogecoin (DOGE) and Shiba Inu (SHIB) have experienced substantial growth, attracting a large number of investors and traders. These meme coins have captured the attention of the crypto community with their unique branding and
Ethereum made a significant move this week, closing with a 12% price increase. This recovery came after a strong market rally that allowed ETH to establish $3,300 as a key support level. Now, with a new base in place, buyers are eyeing the $4,000 mark as their next target. However, it is important to note