BiT Global has filed a lawsuit against Coinbase, the largest crypto trading platform in the United States, according to a Dec. 13 court filing. The Justin Sun-linked crypto custodian alleged that the US exchange unfairly removed wrapped Bitcoin (WBTC) from its platform to favor its in-house product, Coinbase Wrapped Bitcoin (cbBTC). Antitrust violations According to […]
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On-chain data reveals growing selling activity among long-term Bitcoin holders, whose collective holdings have hit their lowest levels this year. Prominent crypto analyst James Check, also known as Checkmate, emphasized the scale of this trend, noting that the selling pressure from these holders far outweighs the demand from ETFs and institutional players like MicroStrategy. Data […]
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Japanese lawmaker Satoshi Hamada has called on the government to explore the possibility of integrating Bitcoin (BTC) into its foreign exchange reserves, emphasizing its potential as a strategic asset amid growing global interest in crypto adoption. During a Dec. 11 parliamentary session, Yamada posed questions about Japan’s approach to crypto reserves. He pointed to efforts […]
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VanEck projected significant developments for the crypto industry in 2025, ranging from a dual-peaked bull market to the US adopting Bitcoin as a strategic reserve asset. The firm’s 2025 predictions report envisions milestones that could redefine the role of digital assets in global finance, driven by regulatory clarity and institutional momentum. Bull market peaks and […]
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Congressman French Hill, the newly elected chair of the House Financial Services Committee, has unveiled plans to tackle crypto regulations and reignite public market growth In a Dec. 13 CNBC interview, Hill emphasized the need to end regulatory confusion that has hindered the growth of digital assets. His priorities mark a shift toward fostering innovation […]
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The Cardano Foundation (CF) has regained control of its official X account after it was compromised in a hacking incident. The breach, which occurred on Dec. 8, saw the account misused to promote a fraudulent ADASOL token. The attackers also spread fabricated claims about the Foundation, claiming the organization faced legal action from the US […]
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GateToken, the native crypto of the Gate.io exchange, has surged to a new all-time high despite rumors about a potential security breach circulating on social media platforms. According to CryptoSlate’s data, the token reached $13.79 before slightly retreating to $13.29 at the time of reporting. As the exchange’s utility token, it provides benefits such as […]
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Nine out of nineteen core Bitcoin metrics tracked by CryptoQuant currently suggest a bearish outlook for the top digital asset. Just five are bullish, and the remaining five indicate a neutral position. Bitcoin’s price currently stands at $69,405.59, reflecting a 4% decrease over the past 24 hours but a 2.61% increase over the last seven […]
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Bitcoin’s price surged to $72.9k yesterday, nearing its all-time high of $73.7k, before reversing to $69.2k at press time. This volatility led to liquidations totaling $289.93 million in the past 24 hours, affecting 96,574 traders, according to data from Coinglass. Long positions suffered the most, with $259.21 million liquidated, while short positions accounted for $30.72 […]
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Rune Christensen, founder of Sky (formerly MakerDAO), has proposed a strictly deflationary approach to the protocol’s governance token as the community prepares to vote on whether to revert its brand or not on Nov. 11. Christensen explained that the proposed changes would affect the governance token supply, whether it continues as SKY or pivots back […]
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The SEC has issued a Wells notice to blockchain gaming platform Immutable in what has become a widespread crackdown on crypto companies ahead of the US election. Immutable said in an Oct. 31 blog post that the move is the latest instance of the SEC’s “regulation-by-enforcement” policy targeting the crypto industry. It added that the […]
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Tether Limited reported $2.5 billion in net profit for the third quarter, bringing its year-to-date profits to a record-breaking $7.7 billion. The firm’s strong third-quarter numbers were primarily boosted by its gold holdings, which amount to roughly $5 billion, recording $1.1 billion in unrealized profit. According to Tether’s latest assurance opinion, conducted by accounting firm […]
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Former President Donald Trump marked the 16th anniversary of the Bitcoin (BTC) whitepaper with a pledge to end the “war on crypto,” presenting a stark alternative to current policy as he seeks support from crypto advocates ahead of the Nov. 5 election. Trump’s post on social media, which also targeted Democratic rival Kamala Harris, highlighted […]
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Crypto companies are among the most affected by audio and video deepfake frauds in 2024, with more than half reporting incidents in a recent survey. According to the survey conducted by forensic services firm Regula, 57% of crypto companies reported being victims of audio fraud, while 53% of the respondents fell for fake video scams. Those […]
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The Blockchain Association, a leading crypto advocacy group, reported that its member firms have collectively spent over $400 million addressing enforcement actions initiated by the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) under chair Gary Gensler. In an Oct. 31 statement, the association highlighted that Gensler’s SEC has filed 104 enforcement actions against players in the […]
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Standard Chartered’s global head of digital assets research, Geoffrey Kendrick, cautioned that Bitcoin (BTC) may experience heightened volatility in the days before the US presidential elections. Kendrick’s analysis pointed to key metrics indicating an optimistic yet cautious market sentiment among Bitcoin traders as investors brace for economic and regulatory shifts related to the political event. […]
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Transak, a company providing fiat-to-crypto services, has reported a significant data breach affecting more than 92,000 users. In an Oct. 21 update, the firm revealed that the breach stemmed from a phishing attack targeting an employee’s laptop, leading to unauthorized access to sensitive user information. According to Transak, the attackers exploited the employee’s credentials to […]
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Coinbase filed two new Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests on Oct. 18, seeking regulatory clarity for crypto in the US. The new requests are directed at the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) and were filed by History Associates Incorporated on behalf of the exchange. Coinbase chief legal officer Paul Grewal said one of the requests […]
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Europe’s largest Bitcoin miner, Northern Data, is exploring the potential divestment of its mining division, Peak Mining, as part of a strategic shift to focus entirely on its rapidly growing AI Solutions business, according to an Oct. 21 press release. The potential sale marks a significant move away from the company’s mining roots as it […]
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VanEck has launched staking for its Solana exchange-traded note (ETN) VSOL in the European market. Matthew Sigel, head of digital asset research at VanEck, confirmed the rollout on Oct. 21. He noted that the new staking option allows investors to earn rewards, which will be reflected in the daily net asset value (NAV) of the […]
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Japan’s National Police Agency announced that an investigation into Monero (XMR) transactions led to the arrest of 18 individuals involved in a scam, including the suspected ringleader, Yuta Kobayashi. On Oct. 21, local media outlet Nikkei reported that the arrests followed the agency’s analysis of approximately 900 fraudulent Monero transactions, which reportedly caused over 100 […]
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UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has defended its tough regulatory environment for crypto businesses in an Oct. 21 blog post by Val Smith, the regulator’s head of payments and digital assets. In the post, Smith noted that industry experts have claimed that the UK’s “approach could stunt innovation” and it could also impact the country’s […]
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iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF (IBIT) recorded over $1.1 billion in new cash inflows last week, marking its strongest performance since March 2024. Eric Balchunas, Senior ETF Analyst at Bloomberg Intelligence, shared the data, highlighting IBIT’s rapid ascent in the ETF landscape. IBIT surpassed Vanguard’s Total Stock Market ETF (VTI) to secure the third spot in […]
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