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Venture Capitalists Doubt Decentralized AI Can Compete with Industry Giants

At a recent conference in Prague, two top venture capitalists, Rob Hadick and David Pakman, raised concerns about the role decentralized crypto projects might play in competing with major AI companies like OpenAI and Microsoft.

08.12.2024 16:00 2 min. read Alexander Zdravkov

Crypto Adoption Soars as Stablecoins Lead the Charge, Report Reveals

Chainalysis has reported that over 400 million cryptocurrency wallets now hold positive balances, a sign of growing adoption as the market enters a bullish phase.

07.12.2024 15:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Seantor Warns of Crypto-Related Threats to U.S. Financial Stability

At a recent session of the Financial Stability Oversight Council (FSOC), Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen highlighted the risks that cryptocurrencies pose to the stability of the U.S. financial system.

07.12.2024 13:00 1 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Pump Fun Blocks UK Users After FCA Warning Over Regulatory Compliance

Pump fun, a Solana-based memecoin platform, has blocked access to users in the United Kingdom following a warning from the UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA).

07.12.2024 12:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

This Crypto Stock Poised for Strong Growth in 2025, Analysts Predict

As Bitcoin astonished the world with its incredible growth in 2024, some investors are looking into the stock market to find the best crypto-related stock to bet on.

06.12.2024 19:30 2 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Trump Appoints Former Paypal COO as White House A.I. and Crypto Czar

In a recent announcement, U.S. President-elect Donald Trump revealed that David O. Sacks, the founder of Yammer and former COO of PayPal, will take on the pivotal role of “White House A.I. and Crypto Czar.”

06.12.2024 19:00 1 min. read Alexander Zdravkov

Russia Embraces Digital Ruble to Strengthen Economic Sovereignty

Russia is embracing the digital era with the introduction of the digital ruble, a central bank digital currency (CBDC) set to revolutionize its financial system.

06.12.2024 12:36 1 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Kraken Survey Reveals FOMO and FUD Driving Crypto Investors’ Decisions

A recent survey conducted by Kraken highlights the growing sense of regret and emotional influence on crypto investors as the market hits new highs.

06.12.2024 9:00 2 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Bitcoin’s Surge Could Be a Sign of What’s to Come for the S&P 500, Says Tom Lee

Tom Lee, head of Fundstrat, recently shared his views on Bitcoin’s ongoing rally, suggesting it may serve as a precursor to the future performance of traditional markets, particularly the S&P 500.

06.12.2024 11:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

GameStop Stock and Solana Meme Coin Surge After Roaring Kitty’s Latest Message

Keith Gill, also known as “Roaring Kitty,” recently stirred market activity with a cryptic post on X, triggering significant price movements in both GameStop shares and a Solana-based meme coin.

06.12.2024 10:30 1 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Phantom Wallet Teams Up with Transak to Simplify Crypto Access for Millions

Phantom Wallet, a rapidly growing name in the crypto space, has joined forces with Transak to revolutionize how users access digital assets.

05.12.2024 16:45 2 min. read Kosta Gushterov

CFTC Secures Record $17.1 Billion in Crypto Enforcement Actions for 2024

In a recent announcement, the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) revealed a record $17.1 billion in financial relief for the 2024 fiscal year, a significant portion of which came from enforcement actions tied to the cryptocurrency sector.

05.12.2024 19:30 2 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Mt. Gox Moves $2.4B in Bitcoin as Creditors Await Repayments

Mt. Gox, once the dominant Bitcoin exchange, has resurfaced in crypto news with a major transaction.

05.12.2024 13:00 1 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Circle Secures First Approval Under Canada’s New Stablecoin Regulations

Circle, the issuer of USDC, has become the first stablecoin provider to comply with Canada’s new Value-Referenced Crypto Asset (VRCA) regulations.

05.12.2024 10:00 1 min. read Alexander Zdravkov

Trump Reveals His Pick to Lead SEC After Gary Genser Steps Down

Donald Trump, the President-elect, has revealed his pick for the next chair of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC): Paul Atkins, a staunch advocate for crypto innovation.

04.12.2024 20:20 2 min. read Alexander Zdravkov

Could Nvidia Reach $7 Trillion? Experts Weigh In

Nvidia’s journey through 2024 has been nothing short of extraordinary, capturing attention with predictions of unprecedented growth.

05.12.2024 12:00 2 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Jim Cramer Warns of Market Risks as Fed Rate Cut Hopes Loom Large

Jim Cramer, the host of CNBC’s Mad Money, has flagged growing risks for U.S. stocks as the year progresses, focusing on investor expectations surrounding Federal Reserve interest rate cuts.

05.12.2024 8:00 2 min. read Alexander Zdravkov

Putin Backs Bitcoin’s Future as Russia Advances Crypto Laws and Inflation Control

On December 4, 2024, Russian President Vladimir Putin made headlines with his endorsement of Bitcoin and other digital assets, asserting that these technologies cannot be banned and will inevitably continue to evolve.

04.12.2024 18:30 2 min. read Alexander Zdravkov

Record Crypto Trading Surge in South Korea Amid Martial Law Declaration

In South Korea, a dramatic surge in cryptocurrency trading occurred within 24 hours, with local exchanges seeing a record-breaking $34.2 billion in trading volume.

04.12.2024 15:30 1 min. read Kosta Gushterov

PancakeSwap Launches New Token Creation Platform

PancakeSwap, a leading decentralized exchange (DEX), has introduced SpringBoard, a platform that enables users to create and launch cryptocurrency tokens without needing any coding skills.

04.12.2024 13:30 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Ripple Pledges to Give Part of its Profits to Charity

Ripple, a blockchain technology firm based in San Francisco, has committed to joining the Pledge 1% movement, an initiative that encourages businesses to donate a portion of their resources to charitable causes.

04.12.2024 12:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Martial Law in South Korea Triggers Crypto Price Drop on Local Exchanges

Bitcoin and other altcoins experienced significant declines on South Korean exchanges, triggered by the government’s announcement of martial law.

03.12.2024 17:44 1 min. read Alexander Zdravkov

Expert Warns Investors to Avoid Overhyped Crypto Projects

Arthur Hayes, former CEO of BitMEX, has issued a stern warning to investors, advising them to proceed with caution and avoid overhyped, overpriced projects within the cryptocurrency space.

03.12.2024 19:00 1 min. read Alexander Zdravkov

Coinbase CEO Takes Stand Against Law Firms Hiring Anti-Crypto SEC Officials

Coinbase’s CEO, Brian Armstrong, has issued a strong message to law firms hiring former U.S. SEC officials involved in anti-crypto actions.

03.12.2024 20:00 1 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Crypto Trading in South Korea Overshadows Stock Market

In South Korea, retail trading in cryptocurrency has surged dramatically, outpacing the stock market by a margin of 22%, with a total of $18 billion in trading volume in the last day, according to a report from 10x Research.

03.12.2024 18:30 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Bitcoin and Markets Set for Historic Rally, Predicts Analyst

A well-known market analyst has raised concerns that the global economy may still be in the midst of an “everything bubble,” one that still holds significant potential for growth.

03.12.2024 18:00 2 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Coinbase Announces New Integration With Apple Pay

Coinbase has fully integrated Apple Pay into its Onramp service, allowing users to conduct transactions directly through the app starting December 2.

03.12.2024 17:30 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Trump Poised to Announce Gary Gensler’s Replacement at SEC Tomorrow

Donald Trump is gearing up to reveal his nominee for the next head of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), fulfilling a campaign promise to overhaul the agency’s leadership.

03.12.2024 13:15 2 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Nvidia Set to Break Records in 2025 with Surging Demand for New GPUs

Nvidia is primed for an even more remarkable year in 2025, with projections showing the company on track to break records amid overwhelming demand for its latest Blackwell GPU.

03.12.2024 15:00 1 min. read Alexander Zdravkov

Coinbase Withdraws Application for Entry into Turkish Crypto Market

Coinbase has decided to retract its application to enter the Turkish cryptocurrency market, according to official documents from the Turkish Capital Markets Board (CMB).

03.12.2024 12:30 1 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Former Binance CEO Open to Presidential Pardon After Conviction

Changpeng “CZ” Zhao, the former CEO of Binance, has indicated he might welcome a presidential pardon from U.S. President-elect Donald Trump following his recent legal troubles.

03.12.2024 11:30 1 min. read Kosta Gushterov

“Japanese MicroStrategy” Unveils Bitcoin Reward Program

Metaplanet, often called Japan’s MicroStrategy, has partnered with SBI VC Trade to launch a Bitcoin-focused shareholder reward program, offering 30 million yen in Bitcoin.

02.12.2024 20:00 1 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Bybit Web3 Expands Its Footprint in the TON Ecosystem, Propelling SpaceS to New Heights

Bybit, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, is making significant strides in the Web3 space through its seamless integrations with The Open Network (TON).

29.11.2024 16:00 2 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Pump.fun Revenue Plummets After Livestream Shutdown

Pump.fun, a memecoin launchpad on Solana, saw a sharp revenue drop after disabling its livestream feature due to reports of harmful behavior during streams.

02.12.2024 12:00 1 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Expert Breaks Down Risks of MicroStrategy’s Bitcoin Investment Plan

MicroStrategy’s bold use of convertible debt to finance Bitcoin acquisitions has sparked significant debate among investors.

02.12.2024 9:00 2 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Elon Musk Sues OpenAI and Microsoft for Anti-Competitive Practices in AI Industry

Elon Musk has taken legal action against OpenAI and its major partner, Microsoft, accusing them of anti-competitive practices that undermine competition in the AI industry.

01.12.2024 20:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Coinbase to Restrict Stablecoin Trading in Europe Starting December 2024

Coinbase has notified its European customers about upcoming restrictions on certain stablecoins, which will be enforced due to the upcoming Markets in Cryptoassets (MiCA) regulatory framework.

01.12.2024 19:00 1 min. read Alexander Zdravkov

How Political Pushback Killed Facebook’s Diem Project, According to David Marcus

David Marcus, former head of Facebook’s Diem project, revealed that the initiative’s failure was largely due to political pressure, not regulatory issues.

01.12.2024 16:00 1 min. read Alexander Zdravkov

UK Court Rejects Craig Wright’s Appeal, Upholding Ruling Against His Bitcoin Authorship Claim

The UK Court of Appeal has rejected Craig Wright’s bid to challenge a previous ruling in his legal fight against the Crypto Open Patent Alliance (COPA), affirming that he failed to prove he is Satoshi Nakamoto, the pseudonymous creator of Bitcoin.

01.12.2024 11:00 1 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Crypto Creator Loses $150K in Seconds During Live Stream

In the fast-paced world of memecoins, a significant blunder recently rocked the crypto community, involving a popular token creator.

30.11.2024 21:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Ripple’s RLUSD Stablecoin Set for Launch as NYDFS Approval Nears

Ripple Labs is preparing to launch its RLUSD stablecoin, which is pegged to the US dollar and backed by overcollateralized reserves.

30.11.2024 10:00 2 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Forget the Gold vs. Bitcoin Debate, Kiyosaki Has a Bigger Message for Investors

Robert Kiyosaki, the renowned investor and author of Rich Dad Poor Dad, recently shared his thoughts on the ongoing debate between Bitcoin (BTC) and gold.

29.11.2024 22:00 2 min. read Alexander Zdravkov

OKX Reports Significant Growth in Assets with Latest Proof of Reserves

Cryptocurrency platform OKX has unveiled its latest proof of reserve, marking its 25th report, which highlights notable growth in both user and platform assets.

29.11.2024 21:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Switzerland to Explore Bitcoin Mining’s Potential for Energy and Economic Growth

The renewed focus on Bitcoin (BTC) following US President Donald Trump’s re-election and his proposal for a national Bitcoin reserve has sparked growing interest from governments and regions worldwide.

29.11.2024 18:00 2 min. read

Demand for Stablecoins Grows as They Reshape Cross-Border Payments

The stablecoin market is rapidly growing, reaching a record $190 billion in market capitalization.

29.11.2024 16:00 1 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Can MicroStrategy’s Bitcoin Success Push Others to Follow Suit?

MicroStrategy has become a trailblazer in corporate Bitcoin adoption, amassing an impressive $37 billion in BTC holdings.

29.11.2024 15:00 2 min. read Alexander Zdravkov

USDC Rewards Program Ends in Europe as MiCA Rules Take Effect

Coinbase is set to end its USDC rewards program for users in the European Economic Area (EEA) starting December 1, a move driven by compliance with the upcoming Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation.

29.11.2024 14:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Are Memecoins Facing a Crisis of Trust and Accountability?

MetaMask founder Dan Finlay recently conducted a bold experiment with memecoins to explore issues of consent and trust in the Web3 space.

29.11.2024 12:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Decentralized AI Gets a Boost as SingularityNET Partners with Mina Foundation

SingularityNET, a decentralized AI platform, has teamed up with the Mina Foundation, the organization behind the privacy-centric Mina Protocol, to advance the development of decentralized artificial general intelligence (AGI) while prioritizing privacy through zero-knowledge (ZK) technology.

28.11.2024 22:00 1 min. read Alexander Zdravkov

OKX Expands European Reach with New Crypto Platform and Wallet

OKX has broadened its European footprint with the introduction of its cryptocurrency exchange and self-custodial wallet in Belgium.

28.11.2024 16:00 1 min. read Alexander Zdravkov

Marathon Digital Expands Bitcoin Holdings with $1 Billion Investment Strategy

Marathon Digital Holdings (MARA), a leading Bitcoin mining firm, has recently boosted its cryptocurrency portfolio with the purchase of 6,474 BTC, bringing its total holdings to 34,794 BTC, valued at approximately $3.3 billion.

28.11.2024 15:30 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Celsius to Distribute $127 Million in Second Round of Payouts to Creditors

Celsius is preparing to distribute another $127 million to eligible creditors from its Litigation Recovery Account.

28.11.2024 14:00 2 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Vitalik Buterin Converts Meme Coins to ETH, Donates $1M to Crypto Policy Group

Vitalik Buterin made waves in the crypto world on November 27 by converting meme coins he had received into 22.89 ETH, worth around $76,500.

28.11.2024 11:30 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Ripple Invests in Bitwise’s Rebranded XRP ETP as Company Expands in Europe

Bitwise has made a significant move in the European market by rebranding its XRP exchange-traded product (ETP) to “Bitwise Physical XRP ETP” following its filing for a spot XRP ETF in the United States.

28.11.2024 10:00 1 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Andreessen Horowitz Co-Founder Claims Biden Admin is Blocking Crypto Startups

Marc Andreessen, co-founder of Andreessen Horowitz and a vocal figure in the tech and crypto world, recently accused the Biden administration of using the banking system to target crypto entrepreneurs.

28.11.2024 9:00 2 min. read Alexander Zdravkov

Former CFTC Head Predicts SEC Will Drop Ripple Case

During a recent interview with FOX Business, former CFTC Chairman Chris Giancarlo, known as “Crypto Dad” for his progressive stance on digital assets, shared his views on the future of U.S. cryptocurrency policy.

28.11.2024 8:30 2 min. read Alexander Zdravkov

Tether Ends Support for Euro-Backed Stablecoin, Shifts Focus to MiCA-Compliant Tokens

USDT issuer Tether has announced that it will discontinue its euro-pegged stablecoin, EURT.

27.11.2024 20:00 2 min. read Alexander Zdravkov

US Inflation Data in Line with Expectations – What It Means for Federal Reserve Rate Cuts

The latest data on the US personal consumption expenditures (PCE) price index has been released, meeting expectations and drawing attention due to its potential impact on Bitcoin and the broader cryptocurrency market.

27.11.2024 19:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

How Crypto Helps Low-Income Families Secure Bigger Mortgages

A recent report from the U.S. Treasury reveals that a growing number of lower-income households are using cryptocurrency gains to secure mortgages, particularly in areas with high crypto exposure.

27.11.2024 17:30 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Bitcoin Rally Sparks Surge in Self-Custody Crypto Solutions

The trend of cryptocurrency self-custody has surged, driven by Bitcoin’s near $100,000 peak in November.

27.11.2024 18:00 1 min. read Alexander Zdravkov