Bitcoin At $66K: US Govt-Linked Wallet Moves $2B After Trump Floats 'Hodl' Strategy
Bitcoin was close to $70,000 when it crashed within hours following news that a wallet linked to the U.S. government moved some $2 billion worth of Bitcoins – days after Donald Trump promised the government will "hodl" under his leadership.
Crypto Rallies Behind Artists Who Sued SEC Over NFT Regulatory Jurisdiction
The crypto industry is rallying behind NFT artists who filed a complaint against the SEC to demand clarity over the confusing status of NFTs and whether they fall under the regulatory agency's jurisdiction.
Elon Musk Acknowledges 'Merit In Bitcoin,' Bares 'Soft Spot' For $DOGE
Elon Musk has recognized that there is "some merit in Bitcoin," and he remains a massive fan of $DOGE, but unfortunately, it appears he isn't ready yet to promote cryptocurrencies.
Bitcoin 2024 Keynote: Who Nailed It, RFK Jr. Or Donald Trump?
Two of the biggest political names in the U.S. graced the Bitcoin 2024 conference in Nashville and delivered speeches that have now become a point of comparison among crypto users – who did it better?
Bitcoin 2024 Key Takeaways: $BTC-Centric Executive Orders, Strategic Reserve Bill, Firing Gensler
Bitcoin 2024 in Nashville has ended, but talks around the massive announcements during the conferences continue, especially with promises made by two presidential candidates, as well as a potential bill to make $BTC a U.S. strategic reserve asset.
Crypto's 'Outsized Impact': 14 Democratic Reps Urge DNC To Take 'Forward-Looking Approach'
A group of Democratic representatives and 2024 candidates have called on the DNC to take a more positive approach toward the cryptocurrency industry, arguing that crypto voters have an "outsized impact" on the elections.
Crypto Community Calls Out Mike Alfred For 'Declining' Harris Team's Roundtable Offer
Mike Alfred is under fire after he revealed that the vice president's team invited him to a crypto roundtable but he declined the offer – his move has been deemed by some in the industry as a wasted opportunity to let crypto's voice be heard by Democrats.
Musk Faces Pressure From Crypto Community To Restore Bitcoin Emoji On X
Elon Musk is under pressure to restore the Bitcoin emoji on X after the emoji was removed, supposedly on the first day of the hyped Bitcoin 2024 conference in Nashville.
OKX, Manchester City Launch Digital Treasure Hunt 'Unseen City' During US Tour
Following the success of the "Unseen City Shirts" campaign, OKX and Manchester City are launching a new digital collectibles campaign that will not only challenge fans but also reward them with exciting prizes.
RFK Jr. Aims For Government Bitcoin Purchases If Elected As BTC Tops $67K
Bitcoin has been floated as a potential treasury reserve asset, but what if the federal government buys $BTC equivalent to the United States' gold reserves?
Brighty App Partners With Willyrex For High-Stakes Minecraft Contest With Bitcoin Prizes
Brighty App has partnered with gamer Willyrex for a Minecraft contest that will feature prizes in Bitcoin, encouraging gamers' entry into the Web3 space and driving wider crypto adoption in the gaming community.
Coinbase Adds Former Bill Clinton Aide To Its Board Of Directors
Coinbase has added three new directors to its board, and one of them is a former strategist to ex-President Bill Clinton, who is known for having a positive viewpoint of blockchain technology.
Bitcoin 2024: Elastos Unveils BeL2 SDKs, MicroStrategy Announces Partnership For Corporate $BTC Onboarding
Bitcoin 2024 had a successful first day in Nashville Thursday, packed with announcements from key industry players and new partnerships, with the goal of encouraging broader $BTC adoption.
Ethereum ETFs Could Trigger Short-Lived But Potentially 'Severe Supply Shortage': Expert
Ethereum ETFs went live Tuesday and posted "solid" trading volume numbers, but with a lot of supply locked up, the community may see a "severe" supply shortage in the first months of the funds' trading.
Ethereum Leads $290M Single-Day Liquidations; Experts Discourage Bitcoin ETFs Launch Comparison
The crypto market liquidated $290 million in the last day as Bitcoin and Ether prices tumbled – Ether led the liquidation figures, but some analysts believe Ethereum ETFs should be given more time to show what they can do to move prices.
Core Foundation Announces Dual Staking Model To Boost Bitcoin Yields And Set Market Standard
The Core Foundation seeks to transform Bitcoin from a store of value into a secure, yield-bearing asset, and with Dual Staking, $BTC and $CORE stakers can earn higher rates.
'Mischief Makers' Evolving With Crypto Industry, Single-Week Losses Hit $250M
The broader crypto industry is evolving ways to protect investors from hacks and frauds, but bad actors are evolving too, as exhibited last week, when WazirX was exploited for a staggering $230 million.
Stablecoins At 10: CEBR, BVNK Report Finds Coins Can Unlock $11B Of Business Capital
Stablecoins are celebrating their 10-year anniversary this month, and a new report has, for the first time, uncovered the quantitative link between increasing stablecoin use and economic impact, highlighting the potential of the 10-year-old crypto class.
Fireblocks Launches Self-Service Suite For Startups, Empowering Builders Amid Crypto Sentiment Shift
Fireblocks has announced the launch of its self-service suite for startups that will help blockchain builders across some key facets of the industry, including with managing treasury operations and DeFi access.
EXCLUSIVE: Bitget Wallet COO On Emergence Of TON As 'Beacon' Of Mass Crypto Adoption
Bitget Wallet has seen a significant surge in activity since integrating with TON, and the leading crypto wallet is looking to expand integration further as the GameFi subsector booms and more opportunities for dApp development emerge.
$ETH Price Unaffected By Ethereum ETFs' $1B+ Trading Volume On Day 1
Ether prices were unmoved Tuesday as spot Ethereum ETFs saw trading volumes surpass $1 billion, but most crypto users still believe the funds will have their time to shine as more investors find interest in the new ETFs.
Coinbase Seeks Documents From SEC In Crypto Lawsuit
Coinbase has asked the court to force the SEC to produce documents that the crypto giant believes are crucial in its defense – documents Coinbase said the SEC has withheld on the grounds of privilege and burden.
Trump Dismisses Speculation About Pro-Bitcoin Larry Fink As Treasury Secretary
Donald Trump has addressed speculation that he is considering Larry Fink to become the Secretary of Treasury if he secures the presidency this year, and despite his recent change of heart toward Bitcoin, it turns out he doesn't see Fink as Treasury chief material.
Ethereum ETFs Get Final Approval – What To Expect After Funds Launch
Spot Ethereum ETFs will officially go live Tuesday morning, and while the community celebrates the significant milestone for the world's second-largest cryptocurrency by market value, experts are laying out their expectations.
Kamala Harris Has 'Unique Chance' To Flip Dems' Negative Crypto Reputation: Blockchain Group
A blockchain group has urged Vice President Harris to embrace the digital assets industry and lead the way in changing the perception that Democrats have a "negative viewpoint" of the sector.
House Passes Crypto Anti-Illicit Financing Bill Seeking Creation Of Fintech Protection Working Group
The House passed a bill that seeks to establish an inclusive working group to protect the digital assets space from terrorism and illicit financing activities, months after the crypto industry saw successive support from Congress in the form of crypto-focused legislation.
Bitcoin Retreats After US Govt-Linked Wallet Moves Nearly $4M In Seized $BTC
Bitcoin is back in the red after starting the week strong – could it be related to the U.S. government's transfer of seized Bitcoins from darknet Xanak seller Ryan Farace?
Bitcoin As A Reserve Asset Is 'Possible' But Difficult To Pull Off: Expert
Bitcoin has been called many things – the future of money, the catalyst of a financial revolution, and a hedge against inflation, but in recent days, it has been floated as a potential strategic reserve asset for the U.S.
EXCLUSIVE: Terawulf CSO Talks Zero-Carbon Bitcoin Mining And The Opportunity In AI, HPC
Terawulf utilizes 95% zero-carbon energy sources, and while it continues to focus on Bitcoin mining, it also believes diversifying revenue can help miners navigate the highly competitive environment triggered by the halving.
Democratic Party Now Has An Opportunity To 'Win Back' Crypto Voters: Lawyer
A large number of Democrats have yet to be vocal about their stance on cryptocurrencies, and a prominent lawyer believes the latest development within the party is a chance to flip the script.