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Millennials Embrace Crypto as Key Investment Strategy, Says Charles Schwab

Cryptocurrencies continue to gain popularity, especially among younger investors.

11.10.2024 21:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

OKX Enters the UAE Derivatives Market

OKX, one of the largest crypto exchanges globally, is making inroads into the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region.

11.10.2024 20:30 2 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Ethena Revealed the 4 Real-World Assets it Will Invest in

On October 10, Ethena unveiled the four assets selected by its risk committee for allocation to the reserve fund containing real world assets (RWAs).

11.10.2024 19:30 1 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Fidelity Investments Faces Data Breach Impacting Tens of Thousands of Customers

A recent data breach at Fidelity Investments has compromised the personal details of over 77,000 customers, according to a filing with Maine’s Attorney General on October 9.

11.10.2024 17:00 2 min. read Kosta Gushterov

U.S. Bank Faces Historic $3.1 Billion Fine for Money Laundering Conspiracy

In a landmark case, the tenth-largest bank in the United States is set to pay a staggering $3.1 billion after making history as the first American bank to admit guilt in a money laundering conspiracy.

11.10.2024 12:00 2 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Trump-Backed DeFi Project Aims to Raise $300M in First Token Sale

World Liberty Finance, a new decentralized finance (DeFi) venture linked to Donald Trump and his sons, is preparing to launch its first token sale next week.

11.10.2024 14:00 2 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Ripple Files Cross-Appeal to Strengthen Legal Position Against SEC

Ripple Labs has taken action by filing a cross-appeal with the US Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit, following recent developments in their legal battle.

11.10.2024 10:30 2 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Nearly Half of ETF Investors Eye Cryptocurrencies for Future Exposure

Charles Schwab recentyl revealed that 45% of ETF investors are looking to gain exposure to cryptocurrencies, surpassing interest in bonds (44%) and international equities (27%).

11.10.2024 10:00 1 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Tron’s Justin Sun is Elected Prime Minister of Liberland

Tron founder Justin Sun has taken on a new role as Prime Minister of Liberland, a self-proclaimed micronation located between Croatia and Serbia.

11.10.2024 13:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Argentina Becomes Latin America’s Leading Hub for Cryptocurrency Inflows

Argentina has emerged as the leading Latin American nation for cryptocurrency inflows, surpassing Brazil.

11.10.2024 11:00 1 min. read Alexander Zdravkov

Nearly Half of Hedge Funds Embrace Crypto Amid Regulatory Clarity

In light of growing regulatory clarity surrounding spot Bitcoin and Ether ETFs, nearly half of traditional hedge funds are now investing in digital assets.

11.10.2024 8:00 2 min. read Alexander Zdravkov

Stablecoins Help Latin Americans Cope With Inflation

Stablecoins like USDT have become vital in Latin America, assisting people in managing ongoing economic difficulties.

10.10.2024 19:30 1 min. read Alexander Zdravkov

Cryptocurrency Ownership Grows Among Retail Investors Globally

Retail engagement with cryptocurrencies has significantly increased since 2020, according to a recent report from the International Organization of Securities Commissions (IOSCO) released on October 9.

10.10.2024 20:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

South Korean Divorces Now Include Cryptocurrency in Asset Splits

In South Korea, divorcing couples can now split cryptocurrency holdings as part of their asset division, a law firm specializing in the country’s legal matters has confirmed.

10.10.2024 16:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

China Launches Over $80 Billion Funding Initiative to Boost Capital Markets

The People’s Bank of China (PBOC) has launched a $70.6 billion initiative to strengthen its capital markets, enabling financial institutions like brokers and mutual funds to secure liquidity for stock purchases using their existing holdings as collateral.

10.10.2024 17:00 1 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Hedge Fund Strategist Supports Bitcoin as Interest Rates Expected to Drop

Hedge fund manager Hugh Hendry is taking a bullish stance on Bitcoin and predicting lower interest rates in the near future.

10.10.2024 16:30 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Cryptocurrencies Will Not Replace National Currencies, SEC Chairman Says

US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chairman Gary Gensler has expressed scepticism about the use of Bitcoin (BTC) or other cryptocurrencies as a form of payment.

10.10.2024 15:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Is Nvidia a Good Opportunity for Divident Investors?

Nvidia continues to be a significant growth player in tech, recently announcing a quarterly dividend of $0.010 per share, with a record date of September 12.

10.10.2024 13:00 1 min. read Alexander Zdravkov

Mango DAO Refuses $700,000 SEC Settlement

The Mango DAO has opted not to move forward with a $700,000 payment to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) related to unregistered sales of MNGO tokens.

10.10.2024 10:30 1 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Worldcoin Faces Challenges as Alameda Research Liquidates Holdings

Worldcoin (WLD) has been facing a challenging environment in the cryptocurrency market, plunging more than 84% from its peak of approximately $11.74 reached in March 2024.

10.10.2024 10:00 2 min. read Alexander Zdravkov

Court Reaches Decision Regarding Bitfinex and Stolen Bitcoin

A recent ruling by the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia indicates that Bitfinex is likely the sole entity eligible for restitution concerning the 119,754 BTC that was stolen during the notorious 2016 hack.

10.10.2024 9:00 1 min. read Alexander Zdravkov

Taiwan’s Regulatory Body Initiates Trials for Institutional Crypto Storage

Taiwan is set to enhance the adoption of institutional cryptocurrency as regulators prepare to trial crypto custody services via local banks.

10.10.2024 11:30 2 min. read Alexander Zdravkov

WireX Launches New Solution for Non-Custodial Crypto Transactions

In a move to bolster user trust amid rising skepticism towards centralized financial systems, Wirex has rolled out Wirex Pay, a modular blockchain tailored for seamless payment transactions.

10.10.2024 12:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Will the Stock Market Reach New Heights Amid Economic Shifts?

An analyst from Fundstrat suggests that the stock market could soon reach new all-time highs due to a combination of factors.

09.10.2024 22:00 1 min. read Kosta Gushterov

ARK Invest Boosts Coinbase Position Again, Trims Robinhood Shares

Cathie Wood’s ARK Invest has shaken up its portfolio by snapping up $2.2 million worth of Coinbase shares, signaling a renewed focus on the major crypto exchange.

09.10.2024 20:30 1 min. read Alexander Zdravkov

Revolut Prevents Major Fraudulent Transactions in 2023 Amid Crypto Expansion

Revolut, the digital banking app, reported blocking over $621 million in potentially fraudulent transactions involving both crypto and fiat currencies during 2023.

09.10.2024 21:30 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Crypto Project Secures $3 Million Seed Funding to Enhance dApp Infrastructure

The infrastructure developer for decentralized applications (dApps), Semantic Layer, has successfully secured $3 million in seed funding, marking the company’s total financing to date.

09.10.2024 16:30 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

FTX Seeks Settlement with Caroline Ellison, Demanding Asset Turnover

FTX has filed a motion to settle with Caroline Ellison, the former Alameda Research CEO, requiring her to relinquish nearly all her assets.

09.10.2024 17:30 1 min. read Kosta Gushterov

OpenAI Faces Potential Microsoft Acquisition Amid Funding Struggles

OpenAI could face a significant ownership change within the next three years, as CCS Insight predicts the company may struggle to secure funding for continued growth.

09.10.2024 12:30 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

American Citizens Sue Bitcoin Mining Company – Here is Why

A U.S. city is raising alarms about the negative impact of a nearby Bitcoin mining operation.

09.10.2024 11:30 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Elon Musk Warns Democracy at Risk if Donald Trump Loses Election

Elon Musk recently engaged in a conversation with Tucker Carlson, during which he expressed his strong support for Donald Trump’s presidential aspirations.

09.10.2024 11:00 2 min. read Alexander Zdravkov

BREAKING: Crypto.com Files Lawsuit Against SEC

Crypto.com has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to defend the cryptocurrency industry against what it deems overreach by the agency.

08.10.2024 16:38 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Bitcoin Performs Better Than Gold, but Volatility Continues to be a Problem

Bitcoin (BTC) has surged more than 40% this year, outperforming major stock indices, bonds, gold and even oil, which has been rising recently due to geopolitical tensions.

08.10.2024 21:30 2 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Alchemy Pay Teams Up with Samsung to Enhance Crypto Payments

In the rapidly evolving cryptocurrency sector, a notable partnership has emerged between Alchemy Pay and Samsung.

09.10.2024 8:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Binance Announces Trading Tournament With $10 Million Prize Pool

Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, announced a record $10 million prize pool for its Binance Traders League, which aims to boost community engagement among traders.

08.10.2024 16:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

How Much Cryptocurrency Binance Holds, According to Their Latest Report

The October 2024 report offers a detailed snapshot of Binance’s financial situation at a turbulent time for the crypto market.

08.10.2024 15:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Riot Platforms Eyes AI Opportunities While Staying Committed to Bitcoin Mining Strategy

In a recent interview, the CEO of Riot Platforms expressed interest in exploring AI partnerships if suitable opportunities arise.

08.10.2024 19:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

More Crypto Exchanges Expected to Gain Approval in Hong Kong This Year

Hong Kong’s Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) plans to approve more cryptocurrency exchanges by year-end, according to CEO Julia Leung.

08.10.2024 18:30 1 min. read Alexander Zdravkov

Crypto Outflows Surge as Bitcoin Faces Uncertain October Momentum

Data from cryptocurrency exchanges indicates that significant amounts of capital have left the market over the past month, potentially stalling any short-term upward momentum.

08.10.2024 13:00 1 min. read Alexander Zdravkov

Worldcoin Shifts Focus Away from Europe Amid Regulatory Challenges

Worldcoin, the digital identity venture co-founded by Sam Altman of OpenAI, is refocusing its efforts away from Europe.

08.10.2024 14:00 1 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Potential SEC Chair Candidate Emerges Amid Robinhood Crypto Scrutiny

Dan Gallagher, Robinhood’s chief legal officer (CLO), has been identified as a potential SEC chair if Donald Trump returns to the presidency.

08.10.2024 14:30 1 min. read Alexander Zdravkov

Are Crypto Staking Rewards Losing Their Allure?

A noteworthy shift has taken place in the cryptocurrency sector today.

08.10.2024 10:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

FTX Wins Court Approval to Repay Customers with $16B in Recovered Assets

On Monday, a court gave the green light to FTX’s bankruptcy plan, enabling the collapsed crypto exchange to repay its users with $16 billion in recovered assets.

07.10.2024 22:35 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Global Crypto Adoption Approaches Major Milestone as Institutional Interest Grows

A recent report reveals that global cryptocurrency usage is approaching 7.51% of the population, projecting this could rise above 8% by 2025.

08.10.2024 12:30 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Goldman Sachs Raises S&P 500 Targets Amid Strong Earnings Outlook

Goldman Sachs has updated its year-end and 12-month forecasts for the S&P 500 index, driven by anticipated margin growth for businesses and a positive macroeconomic outlook extending into 2025.

07.10.2024 17:23 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Satoshi Nakamoto’s Identity Should Remain a Mystery – Anthony Pompliano

In anticipation of the documentary “Money Electric: The Bitcoin Mystery,” venture capitalist Anthony Pompliano has shared his thoughts on the possibility of uncovering Satoshi Nakamoto’s identity.

08.10.2024 10:30 2 min. read Kosta Gushterov

How Panic Buying in Chinese Stocks Affects the Top-Traded Crypto Token

A recent report highlighted that some Chinese investors are giving up on cryptocurrencies, and turning back to the country’s growing stock market, spurred by central bank measures to boost the economy.

07.10.2024 18:30 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Key U.S. Economic Events This Week That Could Impact the Crypto Market

The cryptocurrency landscape, particularly Bitcoin, tends to respond to significant economic indicators from the U.S. as traders adapt their strategies to align with macroeconomic trends.

07.10.2024 15:30 1 min. read Alexander Zdravkov

G7 Regulators Plan Strong Action to Ensure Fair Competition in AI Market

The G7 antitrust regulators have announced plans for strong enforcement measures to ensure competitive practices in the artificial intelligence sector, aiming to tackle potential risks before they become entrenched.

07.10.2024 22:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Binance Rejects Request to Freeze 86% of Palestinian Wallets Targeted by Israel

Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, has rejected 86% of Israeli military requests to freeze crypto wallets linked to Palestinians and others due to a lack of sufficient evidence.

07.10.2024 14:00 1 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Tether Marks 10th Anniversary with Documentary Showcasing USDT’s Role in Fighting Inflation

Tether has announced the upcoming release of a documentary highlighting the role of its stablecoin, USDT, in combating inflation, coinciding with the company’s 10th anniversary.

07.10.2024 13:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Predicted Surge in Global Liquidity Could Drive Market Growth Amid Economic Concerns

A prominent finance expert anticipates a surge in global liquidity that could drive market growth. He predicts that major central banks, particularly the Federal Reserve, are preparing to inject significant liquidity into the financial system, spurred by concerns about the economy.

07.10.2024 12:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

NFT Conversion Feature Coming to Telegram’s New Gifts Initiative

Telegram’s CEO recently hinted at a new feature allowing non-fungible token (NFT) conversions, coinciding with the launch of the platform’s new Gifts feature.

07.10.2024 11:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Will HBO’s New Series Really Reveal Bitcoin’s Creator?

The cryptocurrency world has been buzzing recently following the announcement of a new series by HBO titled “Money Electric: The Bitcoin Story.”

07.10.2024 10:00 1 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Bitcoin Staking Platform Surpasses Solana and Uniswap in Revenue

A prominent Bitcoin staking platform has surged in protocol fees yesterday, securing its place among the top decentralized finance platforms.

07.10.2024 8:30 1 min. read Kosta Gushterov

2025 Gold Price Predictions from JPMorgan and Bank of America

Seven major financial institutions, including JPMorgan Chase and Bank of America, expect gold to reach new highs by 2025.

06.10.2024 17:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Coinbase Urges Court to Reconsider Appeal Amid Ripple Case Developments

Recent updates reveal that Coinbase is urging Judge Katherine Polk Failla to rethink its request for an interim appeal.

06.10.2024 15:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Margin Calls Plague Quant Hedge Funds as Chinese Stock Market Booms

Quant hedge funds are facing significant challenges due to margin calls triggered by a substantial surge in Chinese stocks, particularly impacting those with short positions.

06.10.2024 12:00 1 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Vitalik Buterin Converts Meme Coins to ETH, Donates to Tornado Cash Defense Fund

Vitalik Buterin, co-founder of Ethereum, made headlines today with a significant crypto transaction involving the sale of various meme coins and USDT, converting them into ETH.

06.10.2024 11:00 1 min. read Kosta Gushterov

FTX Eurozone Creditors Set for Repayments – But Will They Match Market Values?

FTX creditors in the Eurozone will receive repayments in euros based on 2022 closure prices, plus processing fees of up to 30%.

05.10.2024 13:00 1 min. read Kosta Gushterov