The price of Bitcoin dropped by 2.5% on Wednesday to $59,100 following the news that the U.S. government had transferred more of its Silk Road-associated Bitcoin holdings to Coinbase Prime. This move raised concerns among investors and analysts about the impact of such large transactions on the market. According to reports from the on-chain analysis
Ethereum has been facing significant downward pressure in the crypto market recently, experiencing multiple crashes that pushed its price back towards $2,000. This has dashed hopes of a new all-time high in the third quarter, leaving many investors uncertain about the future trajectory of the cryptocurrency. Despite the recent setbacks, there is speculation from crypto
Sahil Arora, a prominent figure in the crypto industry, made headlines this year with his reported earnings of $3 million. Initially estimated at $30 million, Arora’s journey from India to Dubai saw him collaborating with celebrities like Floyd Mayweather and Caitlyn Jenner to promote various meme coins. Starting with the Vuzelaa Group in 2017, which
As the Bitcoin price continues to trade sideways, uncertainties on the macro side have left investors undecided about their next move. Crypto analyst Michael van de Poppe has provided insights into Bitcoin’s price trajectory, suggesting that the crypto could potentially drop to as low as $48,000. Van de Poppe mentioned in a social media post
As Bitcoin continues to gain mainstream acceptance, more and more institutions are jumping on the bandwagon and investing in the cryptocurrency. This shift has led to a significant change in the landscape of Bitcoin holders, with large institutions now dominating the market. In fact, the top Bitcoin wallets are no longer held by private individuals,
Despite market volatility and declining prices in Q2, U.S.-based institutional investors continue to show strong support for Bitcoin through spot ETFs. According to Bitwise, around 66% of institutional investors either maintained or increased their holdings during this period. This trend is highlighted by the increase in filings associated with spot Bitcoin ETFs, with a total
In the world of cybercrime, the landscape is constantly evolving and becoming more sophisticated. Despite an overall decrease in illicit transactions, there has been a concerning rise in stolen funds and ransomware attacks. The amount of stolen funds in crypto scams has nearly doubled from $857 million to $1.58 billion by late July, indicating a
At a recent Crypto4Harris event, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer made a strong case for the importance of regulatory clarity in the crypto industry. He emphasized the need for bipartisan collaboration to shape the future of the industry and highlighted Congress’s responsibility to enact common-sense regulations for crypto. Schumer’s goal is to pass comprehensive crypto
The gaming industry has been facing a growing problem with automated bot accounts causing disruptions for developers and genuine players alike. Reports indicate that a significant portion of Web3 users, including those participating in NFT allowlists and games, are bots. This poses a serious threat to the gaming ecosystem, diverting rewards from legitimate players to
After falling victim to a $235 million hack, Indian crypto exchange WazirX has made the decision to terminate its asset custody arrangement with Liminal. In a statement released on August 14, WazirX declared its intention to transfer assets from Liminal to new multi-signature wallets in order to bolster the security of its remaining assets post-breach.
Metaplanet recently made a significant investment in bitcoin, purchasing approximately $3.3 million worth of the cryptocurrency. This move is part of the Japanese investment firm’s broader strategy to expand its bitcoin holdings. With the latest purchase, Metaplanet now possesses a total of 303.095 BTC acquired for $20 million. Earlier this month, the company announced securing
Recently, cryptocurrency exchange Binance found itself at the center of a regulatory storm in Brazil. The Comissão de Valores Mobiliários (CVM), Brazil’s securities regulator, demanded that Binance cease its unauthorized activities in the country or face significant fines. This marked the end of a year-long investigation into Binance’s operations in Brazil, specifically focusing on unlicensed
In a groundbreaking move, the Singapore-based cryptocurrency exchange Crypto.com has forged a unique partnership with the Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) Champions League. This partnership marks a significant milestone for both the cryptocurrency industry and the world of sports sponsorship. Crypto.com’s Role as Global Sponsor Crypto.com will be the official global sponsor of the
Core Scientific, a Texas-based Bitcoin mining company, recently announced the pricing of its increased offering of $400 million in convertible senior notes. Originally set at $350 million, the offering was upsized due to favorable market conditions. Scheduled to settle in August 2024, the notes will be issued privately to qualified institutional buyers, with an option
As Bitcoin hovers far below its peak of $20,000, one analyst has predicted that the cryptocurrency will inevitably fall back to this level once again. The analyst, known as “Without Worries”, has outlined the possibility of Bitcoin crashing to $20,000 in a recent analysis on TradingView. Key Indicators Point to Resistance The analysis focuses on
In the midst of the current market downturn, investor sentiment in the digital asset market remains uncertain. However, insights from Glassnode reveal a shift towards HODLing and accumulation among cryptocurrency investors. The data indicates a trend where investors are increasingly holding onto their assets rather than engaging in selling. Glassnode’s Accumulation Trend Score (ATS) metric,
Australia’s Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) recently filed a lawsuit against the Australia Securities Exchange (ASX) Ltd., alleging that ASX made misleading statements regarding its blockchain trade settlement project. ASIC claims that ASX falsely reported in February 2022 that the project was on track for an April 2023 launch and was progressing, when in reality,
Ethereum’s Layer 2 ecosystem is currently experiencing a surge in activity, with daily transaction volumes hitting new records. According to recent data, transactions across Layer 2 networks reached 12.42 million on August 12, showcasing a significant increase in user engagement and scalability. This growth is a promising sign for the future of Ethereum’s Layer 2
Samuel Edyme, also known by his nickname HIM-buktu, is not your typical web3 content writer. His journey into the world of crypto was not a smooth one, starting with a scam that left him wiser and more determined. Despite facing challenges like Ponzi schemes and market crashes, Edyme has emerged as a voice of reason
The price of Bitcoin experienced a significant increase of nearly $2,000 in just one day, driven by the unexpected positive core Producer Price Index (PPI) numbers in the United States. This surge also influenced the performance of several alternative cryptocurrencies, with TON leading the pack with a surge to over $6.7. Bitcoin managed to climb
Crypto analyst Javon Marks has made a bold prediction regarding Ethereum (ETH), suggesting that the cryptocurrency could experience a significant 75% breakout and climb to $4,723. Marks highlighted the presence of bull divergences signaling a potential parabolic rally for ETH. Additionally, he hinted at the possibility of Ethereum reaching $8,348, although no specific timeline was
Coinbase recently submitted a comment letter criticizing the US Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) cost-benefit analysis of the proposed rule. The letter pointed out significant flaws in the SEC’s assessment of the rule’s economic impact on efficiency, competition, and capital formation. Despite admitting a lack of crucial information on decentralized exchange (DEX) operations and compliance
Upland, the virtual property trading game, recently reached a significant milestone by adding Paris to its Metaverse. This new addition has allowed players to own and develop virtual properties in one of the most famous cities in the world. The introduction of Paris has sparked immense excitement within the Upland community, as evidenced by the
The once-prominent crypto hedge fund, Three Arrows Capital (3AC), is now at the center of a $1.3 billion lawsuit against TerraForm Labs. The liquidators of 3AC are aggressively pursuing legal action against the bankrupt digital assets company, alleging market manipulation that resulted in substantial losses for the fund. TerraForm Labs, co-founded by Do Kwon, is
Crypto analyst, Peter Brandt, recently identified an inverted or expanding triangle pattern in Bitcoin (BTC). This pattern was observed through traditional charting principles and analyzed for its potential impact on Bitcoin’s price trajectory. The unique formation of this pattern was showcased in a price chart from May 2023 to November 2024, displaying two descending trend
The current market conditions have left many new Bitcoin investors in a state of financial stress. Metrics such as the Short-Term Holder MVRV (Market Value to Realized Value) and the standard deviation (SD) of the short-term holder Cost-Basis show that newer market participants are facing significant losses on their Bitcoin (BTC) investments. The Short-Term Holder
The US spot Ethereum ETFs saw a significant increase in total inflows on Monday, with a total of $4.9 million pouring into the market. Among the top performers was Fidelity Ethereum Fund (FETH), which recorded an inflow of $3.98 million, followed closely by Bitwise Ethereum ETF (ETHW) at $2.86 million, and Franklin Ethereum Trust (EZET)