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Following recent excitement about Blockstream and CEO Adam Back’s appearance in an HBO documentary, the bitcoin infrastructure company has announced it raised $210 million through a convertible note financing round, led by Fulgur Ventures.

The crypto market is seeing varied price movements as traders react to mixed signals from the Federal Reserve and await key economic data.

Larry Fink, CEO of BlackRock, is convinced that Bitcoin is on its way to becoming an asset class in its own right.

In a bold move reflecting its aggressive investment strategy, Metaplanet, often compared to MicroStrategy, has significantly expanded its Bitcoin portfolio this October.

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) forecasts that global public debt will reach $100 trillion by year-end, equating to about 93% of total GDP, primarily driven by excessive spending from the U.S. and China.

Bitwise’s Matt Hougan recently pointed out some notable trends and growth in the crypto market.

While Tether remains on the sidelines, AED Stablecoin LLD is positioning itself as a leading contender to issue the first regulated stablecoin pegged to the dirham in the United Arab Emirates.

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has raised concerns about the potential risks posed by artificial intelligence (AI) in the financial sector, joining other global central banks in warning about its impact on financial stability.

Solana is gaining significant attention in the cryptocurrency market as positive sentiment surrounding the digital asset has surged, reinforcing its status as a prominent player in the industry.

A recent survey conducted by the cryptocurrency exchange Kraken reveals that a significant number of investors in the digital asset market are adopting a common investment strategy to gain exposure.

A German publicly traded investment firm is set to raise up to €30 million (about $32.8 million) through the issuance of senior secured Nordic bonds.

Tether, known for issuing the prominent stablecoin USDT, is reportedly negotiating with commodity trading firms to potentially lend billions in profits.

Robert Kiyosaki recently expressed concerns about the U.S. dollar’s stability, attributing its current state to decisions made decades ago.

Michael Saylor, a prominent advocate for Bitcoin, has approached Cristiano Ronaldo with a proposal for a “Bitcoin collection.”

MicroStrategy is setting out to reshape global finance with its bold focus on Bitcoin, aiming to carve out a unique position in the digital economy.

In 2024, U.S. regulatory bodies have managed to secure more than $19 billion in settlements from cryptocurrency firms, representing a significant portion of all settlements recorded to date.

The founder of Floor Protocol, operating under the alias FreeLunchCapital, has attracted attention after purchasing a Non-Fungible Token (NFT) linked to the Bored Ape Yacht Club (BAYC) for 588 ETH, equating to approximately $1.43 million.

EigenLayer (EIGEN), a prominent blockchain protocol that focuses on restaking within the Ethereum ecosystem, has fallen short of investor expectations, according to Alex Obchakevich, founder of the Ukrainian-Austrian analytics firm Obchakevich Research.

The U.S. government recently allocated nearly $1 trillion just to cover the interest on its escalating national debt.

Craig Wright, the renowned computer scientist who asserts he is Satoshi Nakamoto, founded Bitcoin SV in 2018, branding it as the genuine Bitcoin, with “SV” denoting “Satoshi Vision.”

Nassim Nicolas Taleb, renowned for his influential books like The Black Swan, and Skin in the Game, recently shared his insights on financial markets and the future of AI companies from an investment perspective.

Chris Larsen, the Chairman of Ripple, has made a significant move by donating $1 million in XRP to support Kamala Harris in her presidential campaign.

Worldcoin (WLD) has revealed a collaboration with Dune Analytics to enhance transparency and data accessibility for its upcoming Layer-2 blockchain, World Chain.

Arkham Intelligence, a crypto analytics platform, is reportedly preparing to launch its own derivatives exchange next month, aiming to compete with industry leader Binance.

Another cryptocurrency exchange has announced it will be shutting down, with plans to halt all operations by November 30.

Dogecoin’s official X account recently shared a post with a photo of Elon Musk’s latest innovation, Robotaxi.

Cryptocurrencies continue to gain popularity, especially among younger investors.

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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%).

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

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

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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

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.

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.

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