The landscape around the spot Bitcoin ETFs turned highly positive in the past week, with the products attracting more than $2 billion in net inflows. This has become their best five-day trading period in this regard since mid-March. Massive Inflows for BTC ETFs It’s safe to say that it was a big week for the...Read More
[PRESS RELEASE – Los Angeles, USA, October 19th, 2024] $DOG of Bitcoin announces the release of its limited-edition $DOG Plushie, set to launch on October 19, 2024, an occasion now being called “$DOGTOBER 19.” These collectible plush toys provide fans and newcomers with a tangible connection to the $DOG ecosystem, bridging the digital world of...Read More
The popular Solana-based meme coin, Book of Meme (BOME) has successfully retested its breakout level and is now poised for a notable upside rally. With this, the meme coin appears bullish and further gets support from on-chain metrics such as open interest, long/short ratio, and others. Book of Meme (BOME) Technical Analysis and Upcoming Levels ...Read More
A new “State of Crypto” report by venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) shows that the blockchain space achieved all-time highs for usage and activity. According to the paper, 220 million addresses interacted with a blockchain at least once in September 2024, a figure three times higher than that recorded at the end of 2023....Read More
The popular Solana-based meme coin, Popcat (POPCAT) is poised for a notable price decline as it flashes bearish price action on the daily time frame. The meme token has gained significant attention from crypto enthusiasts in recent days due to its impressive performance. POPCAT Technical Analysis and Upcoming Levels According to CoinPedia’s technical analysis, POPCAT...Read More
On October 15, 2024, Juan Tacuri, a senior promoter of the cryptocurrency Ponzi scheme Forcount, was sentenced to 20 years in federal prison and one year of supervised release. The Florida resident was also ordered to forfeit a home bought with scam proceeds, $3.6 million in assets, and pay an equivalent amount in restitution to...Read More
Stablecoin giants like USDT and USDC continue to strengthen their hold on the market, expanding their dominance and market share. However, a new contender is making waves – PayPal’s PYUSD. While still relatively smaller, this emerging stablecoin is gaining momentum, signaling a potential shift, as per recent data. Stablecoin Power Shift? According to a report...Read More
Historical data shows bitcoin (BTC) performing well in the fourth quarters of previous bull cycles, especially in halving years. Current on-chain data indicates that the leading cryptocurrency is following previous patterns and is on track to another remarkable Q4. A report by the market analytics platform CryptoQuant revealed that bitcoin’s price rally in the coming...Read More
The surge in meme coins significantly contributed to Tron’s record revenue of $151.2 million in Q3 2024. According to a report by Messari, the latest figure marks a 29% increase from the previous quarter. This growth can be largely attributed to the launch of SunPump, a platform designed specifically for launching meme coins. Activity on...Read More
The Bitcoin price has been facing some bearish heat since the early trading hours after elevating the levels above the crucial support. While some may expect a pullback during the weekend, the crypto is believed to manifest a strong bullish action. The upcoming upswing is expected to push the prices above the crucial range of...Read More
Chirag Tomar, a 31-year-old Indian citizen, was sentenced to five years in federal prison for orchestrating a cryptocurrency fraud scheme that defrauded hundreds of victims out of more than $20 million. U.S. District Judge Kenneth D. Bell handed down the sentence, which also included two years of supervised release. Scammers Imitate Coinbase to Steal Millions...Read More
The stablecoin market is growing, increasing liquidity and stabilizing the crypto space. This growth can be seen in the two largest stablecoins, Tether USD (USDT) and USD Coin (USDC), which are now responsible for a large portion of the crypto market’s transaction volume. A tweet by the decentralized finance analysis platform IntoTheBlock revealed that USDT...Read More
[PRESS RELEASE – Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom, October 18th, 2024] Today marks the official launch of KERORO, a new meme coin built on the Solana blockchain, which has debuted with a market cap of $4.5 million. Positioned within the meme coin market, KERORO draws on Solana’s high-speed, low-cost transaction capabilities to establish itself as...Read More
Radiant Capital has released a detailed analysis of the October 16 exploit that led to the loss of more than $50 million in user funds. According to the post-mortem, the attacker used highly advanced malware to poison transactions, enabling them to steal funds during a routine multi-signature process. Attack Methodology Exploited Common Errors It all...Read More
Bitcoin (BTC), the world’s largest cryptocurrency by market cap, has breached one of the largest consolidations and is poised for a significant upside rally. On October 18, 2024, BTC broke out of the large descending channel pattern it had been moving since March 2024. Bitcoin Technical Analysis and Upcoming Levels According to the expert technical...Read More
Litecoin experienced a mini-run, with the price surging above $73 for the first time since July. Over the week, the crypto asset attracted 12% in gains. This marks its first notable breakout from Bitcoin and altcoins since the spring. Litecoin Poised for a Comeback? According to Santiment’s latest analysis, two key factors appear to be...Read More
According to several online reports, the official X account of the restaking protocol EigenLayer appears to have been hacked. An October 18 post from EigenLayer’s social media account promoted a fake airdrop campaign targeting users eligible for a previous distribution. Fake Airdrop Claims Pseudonymous on-chain investigator ZachXBT was among the first to alert users, issuing...Read More
[PRESS RELEASE – Zug, Switzerland, October 18th, 2024] Polimec, a decentralized Web3 fundraising protocol on Polkadot, is excited to announce its integration with Banxa, a prominent fiat-to-crypto gateway. This integration allows users to invest in blockchain projects using credit cards, introducing a new user experience and making it easier for both experienced and new investors...Read More
The eleven spot Bitcoin ETFs in the United States have collectively surpassed $20 billion in inflows this week. Thursday’s big inflow added to that total flow figure, which was $20.73 billion, according to Farside Investors. Bloomberg’s senior ETF analyst Eric Balchunas said that this was the most important number because it is the “most difficult metric...Read More
After much confusion and speculation, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has filed an appeal in its ongoing legal spat with Ripple Labs. The appeal is challenging parts of Judge Analisa Torres’ 2023 summary judgment, which found that Ripple’s sales of its XRP token to retail investors on crypto exchanges did not break U.S. securities...Read More
[PRESS RELEASE – Dubai, UAE, October 18th, 2024] DWF Labs, a prominent market maker and investor in the Web3 and digital asset space, is pleased to announce the expansion of their trading platform to include options trading on Web3 assets. This development marks a significant advancement in the range of financial instruments available to traders...Read More
The SEC’s recent appeal of the Ripple case has caused quite a stir in the legal community, with MetaLawMan and several key figures sharing their thoughts on X. The main point of discussion stems from two different dates on the SEC’s Form C, dated October 16 and file stamped on October 17, sparking confusion over...Read More
[PRESS RELEASE – San Franciso, United States, October 17th, 2024] Boba Network, a leader in multichain layer-2 scaling solutions, in collaboration with Thrive Protocol launched the Thrive Boba Ecosystem Grants, a program aimed at empowering developers, entrepreneurs, and creators building on Boba. This initiative offers $200,000 in BOBA tokens for projects that drive on-chain activity...Read More
Vitalik Buterin, the co-founder of the Ethereum network, has outlined several objectives paramount to the future development of the blockchain. These goals are tailored to improve The Surge, the second phase of Ethereum’s developmental roadmap, which aims at scaling the network using rollups. According to a blog post, Buterin’s solutions aim to fix the blockchain...Read More
Lawyers for former FTX head of engineering Nishad Singh have reportedly asked a New York judge to spare their client from doing any jail time. The attorneys highlighted his limited role in the events leading to the collapse of the crypto exchange, his cooperation with investigators, and his commitment to leading an “exemplary life” as...Read More
Italy intends to increase the capital gains tax on Bitcoin from 26% to 42%. During a news conference at Palazzo Chigi on October 16, Deputy Finance Minister Maurizio Leo discussed the country’s new budget bill, which has been approved by the Council of Ministers. He noted that Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni’s cabinet took this step...Read More
BlackRock’s spot Bitcoin ETF, iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT), experienced a massive net inflow of $393.40 million on October 16th. According to data from SoSoValue, this figure represents the largest influx since July 22, when IBIT saw $526.7 million in new investments. Spot Bitcoin ETF Market Gains Momentum The spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded a total net...Read More
[PRESS RELEASE – Zug, Switzerland, October 17th, 2024] Most zero-knowledge proofs are generated server-side for scaling, but Aleph Zero’s zkOS does that directly on users’ devices, offering privacy in a fraction of second. Aleph Zero, the leading blockchain platform recognized for its focus on privacy and scalability, announces the launch of the first feature of...Read More
[PRESS RELEASE – Miami, Florida, October 17th, 2024] Valhalla, Floki’s revolutionary blockchain-based Massively Multiplayer Online Role-Playing Game (MMORPG), has proudly announced a new partnership with Hafthor Júlíus Björnsson, the world-renowned strongman and actor famous for his role as “The Mountain” in Game of Thrones. Hafthor is joining Valhalla as its official ambassador, marking the beginning...Read More
With bitcoin (BTC) surging above $60,000 since the beginning of the week, investors have become greedy. This is evident in the Fear and Greed Index, which depicts market sentiment at any given time, turning green in the last two days. Data from Alternative.me shows that the Fear and Greed Index is in the greed zone,...Read More
