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What happens when 1% of Bitcoin holders control 99% of BTC supply?

Whales have amassed a large portion of the Bitcoin in circulation, with around 1.86% of addresses holding most of the supply.

How to pick tokens for exchange listings? New report offers help

Crypto exchange Bitget and Nansen Research collaborated to help exchanges evaluate potential of a cryptocurrency depending on the token cycle.

Bitcoin, gold on track to break out as ‘macro summer’ begins — Analyst

The beginning of the “macro summer” rally could help Bitcoin price reach a new all-time high and rally well into 2025, according to Raoul Pal.

Gaming blockchain Ronin records 2M daily active users: Token Terminal

Ronin blockchain surpasses every other blockchain in daily active users, recording a two million DAU count on July 29.

Ethereum ETF launch drives $2.2B inflows —CoinShares

CoinShares reports that spot-based Ether ETFs debut with a significant $2.2 billion of inflows, offset by Grayscale’s $285 million in net outflows.

Record $39.4B Bitcoin open interest suggests imminent price breakout

Open interest is often used to gauge the interest and liquidity behind an asset. In Bitcoin’s case, the surge in open interest could signal an imminent breakout.

NFTs face lowest monthly sales since Nov. 2023

Despite having a lesser sales volume, NFTs showed a 73% increase in transactions recorded in July.

US national debt passes $35T — 5 Things to know in Bitcoin this week

Bitcoin bulls demand a rematch with final resistance below all-time highs to start the week as BTC price upside puts $70,000 back in play.

BlackRock imposters target crypto ETF investors

BlackRock warns investors about a rise in crypto scams targeting its iShares Bitcoin and Ether ETFs, urging caution against social media impersonators.

Bitcoin pushes toward $70K — just 6% needed for new all-time high

Bitcoin price came within 5.7% of its peak today as the week begins with positive sentiment.

Hacker gets 3.5 years prison for $900K Coinbase login scam: Report

A UK hacker faces prison for his Coinbase dummy website scam, an El Paso man’s alleged crypto “Ponzi” funded his lavish lifestyle, and Washington DFI flags the latest potential crypto fraud.

$600M XRP token release to bring August crypto unlocks to $1.5B

The month of August is shaping up to be a big month for token unlocks, with just shy of $1.5 billion in tokens being released to the market.

Citron crypto-skeptic Andrew Left to face fraud charges

The crypto-skeptic could spend 25 years behind bars should he be convicted on all 18 fraud-related charges.

University of Wyoming launches Bitcoin Research Institute

The Bitcoin Research Institute will open in August as part of the University of Wyoming’s College of Arts and Sciences.

Apple Intelligence may be absent from initial iOS 18 rollout: Report

Apple’s new AI features will potentially arrive a few weeks later in October, giving developers more time to iron out potential bugs.

Donald Trump's potential SEC chairman should tackle 5 issues

Donald Trump has promised to fire SEC Chair Gary Gensler, whose work at the agency was defined by his animosity toward crypto.

Compound Finance proposals elicit ‘governance attack’ allegations

Community risk assessors warned against the perceived centralization effort days before the proposal’s passage.

$31M Neiro project on Ethereum ‘is a honeypot’ — Wazz

It’s unclear at this time whether illicit activity has taken place, but a series of red flags has brought the token under scrutiny.

Bitcoin’s price rally to $70K could lure buyers to XRP, KAS, STX and JASMY

Bitcoin remains on target to reach $70,000, and if that happens, XRP, KAS, STX and JASMY could find buyers.

Trump won’t sell US BTC if elected, what about seized assets?

Questions abound concerning the Bitfinex and Silk Road funds if Trump is re-elected.

How high can BTC price go after Trump’s bullish Bitcoin speech?

A Bitcoin analyst predicts the cryptocurrency's price could soar above $800,000 following Trump's promise to integrate it into the US's strategic reserves.

HK police arrest 4, including teen, in HK$11M crypto fraud

The authorities continue to urge the public to remain cautious and verify the legitimacy of financial transactions to avoid falling victim to such elaborate scams.

‘Feels surreal’ — Bitcoin sticks to $68K as market ignores 200K BTC US election pledge

BTC price gains fail to materialize as Donald Trump and others promise to build a giant Bitcoin strategic reserve if elected.

Harris campaign aims to repair Democratic Party ties with crypto sector

As the 2024 election approaches, the interplay between political strategies and industry dynamics will continue to evolve.

Casper Network halts operations following security breach

This incident serves as a reminder of the ever-present need for vigilance and proactive measures in the rapidly evolving world of blockchain technology.

Hong Kong legislator eyes Bitcoin for fiscal reserves

By engaging with stakeholders and focusing on compliance, Johnny Ng aims to position Hong Kong as a leader in adopting Bitcoin and Web3 technologies.

Swiss regulator FINMA targets stablecoin issuers in new proposal

As stablecoins continue to gain traction globally, regulatory initiatives such as FINMA’s guidance are likely to influence policies in other jurisdictions.

Bitcoin hits 16-month high ‘positive sentiment’ as price sits near $68K

According to Santiment data, the term “Bitcoin” is being used more positively on social media now than at any time in the past 16 months.

AAVE founder issues health warning to crypto founders after undergoing surgery

AAVE founder Stani Kulechov says he “rarely” ever thought about his health while reflecting a day after completing critical surgery.

Trump’s Bitcoin push, spot Ether ETF debut, and more: Hodlers Digest, July 21-27

An asset manager weighs in on Trump’s Bitcoin push, spot Ether ETFs record $107 million on debut day: Hodler’s Digest

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