Thursday, February 29, 2024

From Learning Scientific Communism in the Soviet Union to Pioneering Fintech Entrepreneur – LHV Founder Rain Lõhmus

Rain Lõhmus is the founder of LHV Group, a public financial company listed on the Nasdaq Tallinn Stock Exchange in Estonia. He recently joined the Bitcoin.com News Podcast to talk about his experiences with cryptocurrency ventures as well as the banking business. Rain shared the story of his early days, how he first got interested […]

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Community-Driven Ecosystem Accelerators ‘A Vital Component of Crypto Funding Mechanisms’ – Elie Le Rest

Large institutions will fully embrace decentralized finance (defi) only when they are confident that their trade counterparties will comply with sanctions and other international laws, argues Elie Le Rest, CEO of Colony Lab. However, Le Rest, also an angel investor, said trade counterparties can still demonstrate their willingness to adhere to rules by implementing gated […]

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Crypto.com Partners BTG Pactual to Expand Latam’s Crypto Reach

Crypto.com Partners BTG Pactual to Expand Latam's Crypto ReachCrypto.com, a Singapore-based cryptocurrency exchange, partnered with BTG Pactual, Latam’s largest investment bank, to expand the access of Latam’s traditional customers to crypto services. The team-up entails listing BTG Dol, BTG Pactual’s dollar-pegged stablecoin, in Crypto.com’s platform, and its promotion in several significant trading pairs with bitcoin and ethereum. Crypto.com to List BTG Pactual-Issued Dollar […]

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LBank Exchange Will List The Quantum Resistant Ledger (QRL) on March 1, 2024

PRESS RELEASE. Road Town, BVI, February 29th, 2024 – In a significant move for cryptocurrency and mobile technology enthusiasts, LBank Exchange, a premier global digital asset trading platform, has announced the listing of The Quantum Resistant Ledger (QRL) on March 1, 2024. Users of LBank Exchange can brace themselves for the QRL/USDT trading pair, which […]

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024

Bitcoin Breaks $60K Barrier — On the Verge of Outranking Meta by Market Value

Bitcoin Breaks $60K Barrier — On the Verge of Outranking Meta by Market ValueBitcoin broke through the critical $60,000 barrier at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time on Wednesday, reaching a level last seen in November 2021. The leading cryptocurrency’s market value is on the brink of overtaking Meta, positioning it as the ninth most valuable asset in the world by market capitalization. Bitcoin Climbs Past $60,000: A New Era […]

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Bitcoin Technical Analysis: A Series of Successive Gains Signals Strong Market Confidence

Bitcoin Technical Analysis: A Series of Successive Gains Signals Strong Market ConfidenceAs bitcoin weaves its way through the market’s intricacies, its pricing path exhibits an unyieldingly positive trend, marked by a train of successive increases. Reaching $59,992, the leading digital currency experienced a significant intraday journey, fluctuating between $56,383 and $59,992, highlighting a period of volatility but with an extremely bullish undertone. Bitcoin The market cap […]

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Digital Euro Association Partners With HBAR Foundation to Boost Understanding of CBDCs and Stablecoins

The Digital Euro Association (DEA) has entered into a partnership with the HBAR Foundation. This collaboration aims to bolster its comprehension of central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) and stablecoins. Although this partnership marks a significant milestone in the digital currency landscape it nevertheless does not amount to an endorsement of any ideologies or products. Enhancing […]

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Bitcoin Miner Riot Acquires 31,500 ‘Next Generation’ M60S Mining Machines Worth $97.4 Million

Bitcoin Miner Riot Acquires 31,500 'Next Generation' M60S Mining Machines Worth $97.4 MillionBitcoin miner Riot Platforms Inc. said it expects to take delivery as well as deploy 31,500 Whatsminer M60S miners worth $97.4 million by the end of July 2024. The addition of the new bitcoin mining machines is projected to increase the “self-mining” hashrate capacity of Riot’s Rockdale Facility to 15.1 EH/s. Replacement of Underperforming Miners […]

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024

Lighthouse Protocol Aims to End Wallet Draining Attacks on Solana

Lighthouse Protocol Aims to End Wallet Draining on SolanaLighthouse Protocol, an initiative that simulates transactions, aims to end the security problems derived from using unknown smart contracts in Solana. The project, which is currently in its testing stages and is projected to be included in more wallets this year, would avoid the execution of any movement that unexpectedly changes the outcome of a […]

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Skybridge Capital’s Anthony Scaramucci on Warren Buffett Buying Bitcoin: ‘Never Say Never’

Anthony Scaramucci on Warren Buffett Buying Bitcoin: 'Never Say Never'Anthony Scaramucci, the founder and managing partner of Skybridge Capital, has commented on the potential for Berkshire Hathaway, the holding conglomerate founded by Warren Buffett, to buy bitcoin. While acknowledging Buffett’s negative stance on crypto, Scaramucci believes it’s still a possibility. ‘Never say never,’ stated Scaramucci. Skybridge Capital’s Anthony Scaramucci on Berkshire Hathaway Putting Money […]

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Crypto Exchange Bitforex Suspends Withdrawals Following $56.5M Drain From Hot Wallets

Crypto Exchange Bitforex Suspends Withdrawals Following $56.5M Drain From Hot WalletsBitforex, a centralized cryptocurrency exchange, abruptly halted user withdrawals. This sudden action occurred just moments after a reported $56.5 million was removed from the platform’s hot wallets. According to online crypto investigator Zachxbt, the Bitforex team has ceased all communication with users. No Official Word From the Bitforex Team On Feb. 23, Bitforex, a cryptocurrency […]

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Monday, February 26, 2024

Ethereum Technical Analysis: Upper Resistance Tussle Puts Bulls on Pause

Ethereum Technical Analysis: Upper Resistance Tussle Puts Bulls on PauseEthereum’s price movement on Feb. 26, 2024, showcases a strong uptrend despite recent market volatility. With the second leading crypto asset’s price hovering around $3,064, it reflects a significant surge over the past month. At press time, market oscillators and moving averages signal mixed sentiments, hinting at both potential pullbacks and further gains. Ethereum Ethereum […]

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Bitcoin Technical Analysis: Oscillators and Moving Averages Paint a Complex Picture

Bitcoin Technical Analysis: Oscillators and Moving Averages Paint a Complex PictureAmid shifting market sentiments, bitcoin’s market activity on Feb. 26, 2024, demonstrates both consolidation and fluctuation. Within the intraday, bitcoin’s value oscillated between $50,926 and $51,917, highlighting the persistent unpredictability of the crypto economy while bitcoin’s market capitalization remains over the trillion-dollar mark. Bitcoin Bitcoin’s (BTC) 24-hour trading volume hit $14.57 billion, indicating a decrease […]

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Future AI Models Will ‘Know Users Better Than They Know Themselves’ – Calanthia Mei

Future AI Models Will 'Know Users Better Than They Know Themselves' – Calanthia MeiThe rapid proliferation of artificial intelligence (AI) models in recent years is contributing to the escalating problem of personal data harvesting, or “grabbing,” by major tech companies, Calanthia Mei, the co-founder of the data marketplace Masa, has argued. Mei, a Web3 builder and investor, asserts that this personal data harvesting frequently occurs without the consent […]

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South Africa Regulators to Unveil Document Categorizing Stablecoins as a ‘Particular Type of Crypto Asset’

South Africa Regulators to Unveil Document Categorizing Stablecoins as a 'Particular Type of Crypto Asset'In 2024, the Intergovernmental Fintech Working Group, a consortium of South African regulators that unveiled a position paper on crypto assets in 2021, is expected to “publish additions to include stablecoins as a particular type of crypto asset.” The consortium is also considering the impact of tokenisation on domestic financial markets and is expected to […]

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Sunday, February 25, 2024

Donald Trump’s Cryptocurrency Portfolio Tops $5M, Thanks to $2.9M in Trump-Branded Tokens

Donald Trump's Cryptocurrency Portfolio Tops $5M, Thanks to $2.9M in Trump-Branded TokensJust recently, the 45th President of the United States, Donald Trump, has expressed a neutral stance towards bitcoin, stating he could live with it “one way or the other.” Meanwhile, Trump’s holdings in crypto assets have seen a significant increase in value. A substantial portion of his digital wealth is currently in a digital currency […]

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Defi’s Total Value Locked Hits $80 Billion in a Dramatic Turnaround Since 2022

Defi's Total Value Locked Hits $80 Billion in a Dramatic Turnaround Since 2022Recent data reveals that the total value locked (TVL) in decentralized finance has jumped past the $80 billion milestone, reaching heights not observed since the downfall of Terra’s stablecoin in May 2022. Leading the charge in 2024 by TVL size is Lido’s liquid staking platform, with ether-based liquid staking derivatives (LSDs) securing a dominant position […]

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Blackrock Holds 110K BTC, Kiyosaki Expects $100K BTC Soon, AI Crypto Assets Skyrocket, and More — Week in Review

Blackrock Holds 110k BTC, Kiyosaki Expects $100K BTC Soon, AI Crypto Assets Skyrocket, and More — Week in ReviewBlackrock has significantly expanded its presence in the digital currency space, accumulating nearly 110,000 bitcoins for its Ishares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) ETF. Robert Kiyosaki predicts bitcoin will reach $100,000 by June this year. The AI cryptocurrency sector has seen a remarkable surge, with over $10 billion added to its market value in just 17 days. […]

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Leveraging Web3 to Incentivize Fitness Behavioral Changes — Co-Founder of Sweat Economy Oleg Fomenko

Leveraging Web3 to Incentivize Fitness Behavioral Changes — Co-Founder of Sweat Economy Oleg FomenkoThe start of every year presents an opportunity for new beginnings. Many people set out with ambitions to hit the gym, exercise regularly, or walk more instead of driving. Sadly, it’s estimated that it takes the average American just seven weeks to lose motivation and abandon their New Year’s health goals. The following is an […]

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Saturday, February 24, 2024

Stablecoin Market Jumps by Over $2.5 Billion in 10 Days, Led by Rise in Key Players

Stablecoin Market Jumps by Over $2.5 Billion in 10 Days, Led by Rise in Key PlayersIn the opening fortnight of February, the stablecoin domain expanded by $1.7 billion, marking a significant rise. The value of the fiat token crypto market has once again risen witnessing an increase exceeding $2.5 billion over the past ten days. Specifically, three stablecoins have driven this upswing, with the stablecoin ethena usde at the forefront […]

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Weekly NFT Sales Rise 17% With Bitcoin Climbing Back to Second in Volume

Weekly NFT Sales Rise 17% With Bitcoin Climbing Back to Second in VolumeBased on the most recent international standings and weekly figures, sales of non-fungible tokens (NFTs) have surged by 17.66% in the past week, amassing slightly more than $306 million in sales. This uptick marks a jump from last week’s 16.8% rise in NFT sales, with the leading blockchains in terms of volume — Ethereum and […]

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Lejilex and Crypto Freedom Alliance of Texas Sue SEC for Unlawfully Targeting the Digital Asset Industry

Lejilex and Crypto Freedom Alliance of Texas Sue SEC for Unlawfully Targeting the Digital Asset IndustryLejilex and the Crypto Freedom Alliance of Texas, a crypto nonprofit, have teamed up to introduce a complaint against the actions of the SEC towards actors in the digital asset industry in America. The complaint alleges that the SEC has no regulatory powers over these crypto companies, having usurped functions not given to it by […]

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Coinbase on Grayscale Ethereum Spot ETF Application: “ETH Is a Commodity, Not a Security”

Coinbase on Grayscale Ethereum ETF Application: "ETH Is a Commodity, Not a Security"Coinbase has answered the SEC request for comments on the proposed rule change to list the ETH Grayscale Fund as a spot ETF. Coinbase stated that ether was a commodity, and its status has been publicly recognized in a variety of circumstances by U.S. agencies and courts. Coinbase Supports Ethereum Grayscale Fund Conversion as a […]

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Friday, February 23, 2024

FATF Grey Listing Concern Prompts Kenya to Establish a Crypto Working Group

FATF Grey Listing Concern Prompts Kenya to Establish a Crypto Working GroupThe fears that Kenya’s lack of a regulatory framework for overseeing the crypto industry has prompted the government to establish a working group tasked with drafting crypto regulations. Authorities in the East African nation are confident that the approved regulations will designate a sole regulatory body to oversee the cryptocurrency industry. Lack of Regulation Threatens […]

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Ebay’s Web3 Division Reportedly Lays off 30% of Its Employees

Ebay’s Web3 Division Reportedly Lays off 30% of Its EmployeesRecently, Ebay, the e-commerce behemoth, implemented significant changes within its Web3 division. These changes resulted in a 30% reduction in the division’s workforce and the departure of a pivotal employee. Among those affected by this restructuring is David Moore, the founder of Knownorigin, a marketplace for non-fungible tokens (NFTs), whose post is redundant. Ebay’s Dedication […]

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Gauntlet Withdraws From Aave Partnership, Citing Governance Challenges

Gauntlet Ends Partnership With Aave Due to DAO DisputesGauntlet has decided to withdraw from its role as Risk Steward for Aave, pointing to governance and operational challenges as the main reasons. This announcement marks the end of a four-year collaboration that has helped in growing Aave. Gauntlet Ends Partnership With Aave Due to DAO Disputes Gauntlet, a blockchain risk management firm, has officially […]

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Thursday, February 22, 2024

LBank Labs Leads Investment Round in FortyTwo, Pioneering UX Frontend for Interchain DeFi

PRESS RELEASE. LBank Labs, a leading blockchain investment fund of $100M AUM announced today its participation in a strategic funding round for FortyTwo, a revolutionary UX frontend for decentralized finance (DeFi) across the interchain ecosystem. The investment round also saw participation from a distinguished list of funds and angel investors. FortyTwo is actively developing technology […]

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Startale Labs Secures $3.5M in Funding to Boost Web3 Innovation; Gains Support From Samsung Next and UOB

Startale Labs Secures $3.5M in Funding to Boost Web3 Innovation; Gains Support From Samsung Next and UOBStartale Labs disclosed this week that it has garnered an additional $3.5 million in funding from UOB Venture Management. This latest seed funding round elevates the startup’s total investment to $7 million, which is earmarked for enhancing the firm’s Web3 offerings. Startale Labs Bags $3.5M Capital Injection From UOB Startale Labs, known for spearheading initiatives […]

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Non-Fungible Items; Picking up Where NFTs Left off — COZ Co-Founder Tyler Adams

Non-Fungible Items; Picking up Where NFTs Left off — COZ Co-Founder Tyler AdamsMany have already pronounced the death of NFTs, and in part, they are correct. Amidst the fervor of the NFT hype cycle, we saw huge valuations and sales such as Beeple’s ‘The 5000 Days’ collection selling for a staggering $69.3 million. However, not substantiated by anything beyond the hype, the market came crashing down with […]

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Privacy Coins Under Attack – Not Down for the Count Yet

Regulatory Pressures Set to Reshape Privacy Coin LandscapeThe delisting of monero by Binance marked a significant turning point for privacy coins, showcasing the growing impact of regulatory demands on privacy-focused projects, while also spotlighting emerging projects like Zano that aim to navigate these challenges. Regulatory Pressures Set to Reshape Privacy Coin Landscape The privacy coin landscape is experiencing seismic shifts after Binance, […]

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024

Switzerland’s Postfinance Launches Crypto Trading and Custody Service

Switzerland's Postfinance Launches Crypto Trading and Custody ServiceSwiss Post’s financial subsidiary, Postfinance, has launched a new cryptocurrency trading and custody service. Customers can use the service to “purchase or securely store an initial range of 11 cryptocurrencies at the click of a mouse or even set up a crypto saving plan,” the company explained. Postfinance’s New Crypto Service Swiss Post’s fully-owned financial […]

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Roqqu Announces the Inclusion of Bitcoin.com’s VERSE Token on its Wallet Platform, Aiming to Foster DeFi in Africa

PRESS RELEASE. 21st February, 2024 – Roqqu, a leading African blockchain technology company with over 1.6 million users and a vibrant community of 700,000 active users, is thrilled to announce the listing of VERSE token, the official utility and rewards token of Bitcoin.com, on its robust wallet platform. This integration marks a significant stride in […]

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Charles Hoskinson Signals Alert of Legacy Finance’s Creeping Influence in Crypto

Charles Hoskinson Warns of Crypto's Creeping CentralizationIn a video address, Charles Hoskinson casts a spotlight on the advance of traditional financial mechanisms into the realm of cryptocurrency, warning that the essence of digital currencies is at stake. Charles Hoskinson Warns of Crypto’s Creeping Centralization In a recent video titled “Legacy is Eating Crypto,” Charles Hoskinson, the co-founder of Ethereum and Cardano, […]

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US Judge Urged to Approve Binance’s $4.3 Billion Plea Deal

A U.S. Federal Judge has been urged to accept a plea deal from U.S. authorities with the cryptocurrency exchange, Binance. Prosecutors, in a memorandum, have asserted that the agreed-upon sanctions are commensurate with the extent of Binance’s deliberate law violations. Binance’s Alleged Refusal to Register as a Money Services Business U.S. prosecutors have reportedly urged […]

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024

Major Party in South Korea Proposes to Defer Cryptocurrency Taxation

Leading Party in South Korea Proposes to Defer Cryptocurrency TaxationThe People Power Party, a major political party in South Korea, has proposed to defer cryptocurrency taxation for up to two years as part of a general election pledge. The Korean government has already postponed establishing cryptocurrency taxation until 2025 when income generated from cryptocurrencies will be taxed at 22%. South Korea to Delay Cryptocurrency […]

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Cryptocurrency Exchange Bitget Eyes Latam Expansion

Cryptocurrency Exchange Bitget Eyes Latam ExpansionBitget, a top 15 cryptocurrency exchange, is seeking to expand its operations in Latin America, a market traditionally dominated by incumbents like Binance and Bitso. Maximiliano Hinz, Bitget’s growth director for Latam, believes that the exchange can differentiate by focusing on serving beginner investors with tools like its copy-trading feature. Bitget Aims to Gain Traction […]

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