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Michael Saylor, co-founder of MicroStrategy, recently shared a comparison on social media, showcasing how his company has performed against other major firms since August 2020.
The crypto market experienced a strong upswing last week, driven by speculation about a possible Federal Reserve rate cut in September.
Pavel Durov, the creator of Telegram, was detained at Paris-Le Bourget Airport after arriving from Azerbaijan, according to French media reports.
Recent developments in the U.S. banking sector have heightened concerns, especially with news of a significant data breach affecting major banks.
Charles Hoskinson, the creator of Cardano, recently praised Algorand’s blockchain and suggested a potential partnership to advance decentralized AI technology.
PayPal is teaming up with Anchorage Digital to offer a new rewards program for its stablecoin, PayPal USD (PYUSD).
Mark Karpelès, former CEO of the defunct Mt. Gox exchange, is making a comeback with a new project called EllipX.
The Tron network has recently emerged as the top platform for meme coin trading, overtaking Solana, thanks to the success of its new meme coin launchpad, Sunpump.
WazirX, one of India’s leading cryptocurrency exchanges, has announced a key update regarding user withdrawals and its response to the recent cyberattack.
Russia is moving forward with plans to establish two cryptocurrency exchanges, one in Moscow and another in St. Petersburg, in a bid to enhance its international trade capabilities.
Justin Sun, the founder of Tron, has reassured users about the stability of the USDD stablecoin despite a recent significant withdrawal of Bitcoin reserves.
Jerome Powell is scheduled to speak tomorrow at the annual Jackson Hole gathering of central bankers, and his remarks could have major implications for Bitcoin and the broader financial markets.
Donald Trump has recently brought attention to his family’s cryptocurrency project, “The Defiant Ones,” by sharing a link on Truth Social.
According to a recent EY-Parthenon survey, a significant 70% of crypto investors now integrate digital assets into their wealth management plans.
In 2024, cryptocurrency adoption has surged, with global ownership climbing to 617 million, up from 580 million in December 2023.
Binance plans to significantly expand its workforce by adding 1,000 employees this year, focusing on compliance roles.
FTX and its affiliates have moved closer to finalizing their reorganization plan, which has received substantial backing from creditors.
Justin Sun, the founder of TRON, has set an ambitious revenue target of $4 billion for the network over the next year. Sun’s optimistic forecast is rooted in TRON’s current meme coin strategy, which he believes will significantly boost market growth.
Public Citizen has issued a new report highlighting how cryptocurrency companies are shaping the 2024 US elections.
Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon recently addressed the Wyoming Blockchain Symposium, highlighting the state’s commitment to blockchain technology and unveiling plans for a state-backed stablecoin slated for release in 2025.
Richard Teng, who took over as Binance’s CEO in 2023, has stated that the company does not plan to pursue an initial public offering (IPO) as he lays out a long-term vision for the exchange. Teng succeeded Changpeng “CZ” Zhao, who stepped down after a major settlement with US authorities.
Mercado Libre, the leading e-commerce giant in Latin America, has introduced a new US dollar-pegged stablecoin through its digital banking service, Mercado Pago.
Tether, the leading stablecoin issuer, is set to launch a new digital currency tied to the UAE dirham (AED).
Robinhood has added new trading features to its Android app, now offering stop-loss and stop-limit orders for cryptocurrency transactions.
State Street has announced a strategic partnership with crypto custodian Taurus to enhance its offerings in tokenization and digital custody services for institutional investors.
The independent presidential campaign of Robert F. Kennedy Jr., known for his pro-crypto stance, is considering a major change.
Blast Network, an Ethereum layer-2 scaling solution, is experiencing significant setbacks, with major declines in both its total value locked (TVL) and daily active users, raising doubts about its long-term viability.
Justin Sun, the founder of Tron and a prominent figure in the cryptocurrency realm, is once again capturing attention.
Mango Markets is negotiating a potential settlement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) over claims of breaching securities regulations.
Crypto fund manager Bitwise is entering a new continent for the first time with the acquisition of London-based ETC Group, the company announced Monday.
Gary Gensler, the current head of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) known for his critical stance on cryptocurrencies, could become Treasury secretary if Vice President Kamala Harris wins the upcoming presidential election, according to a report by the Washington Reporter on Monday.
Gate.io’s investment arm, Gate Ventures, has partnered with Abu Dhabi’s Blockchain Center to create a new $100 million fund, named Falcon Gate Ventures, aimed at advancing Web3 technologies.
The National Bank of Ras Al Khaimah (RAKBANK) has joined forces with Bitpanda Technology Solutions to launch a new digital asset management platform for UAE residents.
Crypto strategist Michaël van de Poppe believes the digital asset market is nearing the end of its extended correction phase.
Vitalik Buterin, co-founder of Ethereum, has recently registered a new Ethereum Name Service (ENS) domain: “dacc.eth.”
Robert Kiyosaki, author of ‘Rich Dad Poor Dad,’ has recently turned his attention to the banking system, issuing a stark warning on August 18 through his social media platform.
A former JPMorgan employee is facing disciplinary action from the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) for alleged breaches of regulations.
Charles Hoskinson, the founder of Cardano, has announced a $1 million challenge to the ADA community.
A new report reveals that 94 U.S. banks are at high risk of facing bank runs from uninsured depositors if they show signs of financial instability.
Turkey recently expanded its list of licensed crypto exchanges, adding major players such as Coinbase, KuCoin and Gate.
BlackRock, recognized as a leading global asset manager, recently reached a significant milestone:
Germany’s Federal Office for Information Security (BSI) has advised cryptocurrency users to protect their digital assets using hardware wallets.
Donald Trump’s latest financial report reveals he owns around $5 million in cryptocurrencies and has earned over $7 million from NFTs through a deal with NFT INT.
Bitdeer Technologies Group, a Singapore-based cryptocurrency mining company, has proposed a $150 million public offering of convertible notes set to mature in 2029.
Malaysia is integrating Worldcoin’s iris scanning technology into its digital systems, a major step in the country’s digital transformation.
Chaos Labs, a New York-based company specializing in risk management for decentralized finance (DeFi), has secured $55 million in an oversubscribed Series A funding round.
Bybit has expanded its operations to Argentina, becoming a licensed Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) and card operator.
Chinese regional banks, once vital for processing Russian payments, are now rejecting these transactions due to concerns about secondary sanctions.
On Thursday, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) suggested raising electricity taxes for cryptocurrency miners by as much as 85% to address global carbon emissions.
Michael Burry, renowned for his 2008 financial crisis forecast, has sold off his entire investment in the Sprott Physical Gold Trust ($PHYS), which had gained 23% over the past six months.
Dennis Kelleher, CEO of Better Markets, has predicted a 90% likelihood that the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) will ultimately prevail in its appeal against Ripple.
Analyst Jason Pizzino is exploring whether the cryptocurrency market might see further declines.
Binance, the leading global cryptocurrency exchange, has reached a settlement with Brazil’s Securities and Exchange Commission (CVM) involving a payment of 9.6 million reais (approximately $1.76 million).
Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin recently announced that he has donated all the animal-themed memecoins he received last year to charity.
Circle’s CEO, Jeremy Allaire, has emphasized the need for a definitive stance on cryptocurrency from Kamala Harris, the Democratic presidential nominee.
Singapore’s central bank, the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), is spearheading an initiative with banks and technology firms to evaluate Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) as a defense against the potential threats of advanced quantum computing.
Binance, a major crypto exchange, has reappeared on India’s Google Play Store and Apple’s App Store after a seven-month ban for failing to comply with local regulations.
In an exclusive interview with the New York Post, Eric Trump, executive vice president of the Trump Organization, highlighted the potential of cryptocurrency, describing it as “digital real estate” that offers fair and immediate access to financial services.
Head of Fidelity’s Digital Asset Management, Cynthia Lo Bessette, hinted at new digital asset products like stablecoins and tokenized Treasury bonds.
Russia is back in the spotlight after recent issues with the Libyan dinar, which Libyan officials attribute to a surge in counterfeit bills reportedly linked to Russia.