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Bitcoin analyst sees $66K 'local bottom' as BTC price liquidates $200M

Bitcoin sets up a volatile US election week with increasingly deep BTC price support retests below $70,000.

What is BlackCat ransomware in crypto?

BlackCat ransomware is known for its advanced techniques and is often associated with programs that enable cybercriminals to launch attacks.

October crypto losses reach $129M from hacks and exit scams

The biggest incidents in October included the Radiant Capital hack, a phishing attack and the hacking incident involving crypto exchange M2. 

Crypto projects set to unlock $2.6B in tokens in November

The most noteworthy token unlocks in November include Memecoin, Aptos, Arbitrum, Avalanche and Optimism. 

Bitcoin mining bans may lead to 'unintended consequences' for environment

Researchers argue that “not all Bitcoin mining is equal” across countries, suggesting that bans in certain nations may cause more harm than good on a global scale.

Off The Grid drops 'insane' Trump and Harris outfits before US election 

Gaming commentators noticed the voice clip of the character that resembles Kamala Harris, where she calls out a “one percenter” and says they should be taxed.

Saylor falls for fake Trump news, Kraken restructures, and more: Hodler’s Digest, Oct. 27 – Nov. 2

MicroStrategy’s Michael Saylor falls for a post about Donald Trump’s position on taxing crypto, Kraken declares “new day.” Hodler’s Digest

Bitcoin price peels back from its weekly high, but BTC derivatives markets look good 

Wider economic and stock market-related issues are impacting Bitcoin’s softening price, but futures market data shows traders still feel bullish.

Stablecoin supply alone won't pump Bitcoin markets — Ki Young Ju

Stablecoins are now primarily used to store value in countries with rapidly depreciating fiat currencies or prohibitive capital controls. 

Stablecoin supply alone won't pump Bitcoin markets — Ki Young Ju

Stablecoins are now primarily used to store value in countries with rapidly depreciating fiat currencies or prohibitive capital controls. 

'I dropped the EigenLayer advisorship' — ETH Foundation's Justin Drake

Restaking protocols like EigenLayer allow investors to stake the same digital asset multiple times and reap the additional yields.

Macro factors in Canada and US good for Bitcoin's price — WonderFi CEO

The M2 money supply is an economic measure of the total amount of a sovereign nation's fiat currency currently circulating worldwide.

Trump makes big promises about crypto in US — But can he deliver?

Trump is making bold promises to capture the attention of the digital asset industry and investors.

NFT sales surge 18% as all-time volume on Solana nears $6B

NFTs recorded a monthly sales volume of $356 million in October, an 18% increase from the September record low. 

What is BRICS Pay and why does it matter?

BRICS Pay seeks to lessen reliance on the US dollar, reducing sanctions risks and fostering a sovereign financial system for transactions.

US store chain Sheetz expands crypto payments via Flexa

Sheetz has expanded its partnership with Flexa to accept BTC, ETH and stablecoin payments at over 750 locations in the US.

Crypto volatility may spike if US election is ‘too close to call’ —FalconX

An analyst warns that “volatility” could emerge if the US election results are close, but traders will be relieved once it's over, giving the market “firmer ground.”

Mutant Ape NFT ripoff creator to forfeit $1.4M, avoids prison

Mutant Ape Planet creator Aurelien Michel pleaded guilty to defrauding investors and avoided a prison sentence. 

SafePal launches Telegram crypto wallet with Visa card support

SafePal’s new Mini Wallet App will enable 950 million Telegram users to create individually owned and compliant crypto-friendly Swiss bank accounts, the firm said.

SafePal launches Telegram crypto wallet with Visa card support

SafePal’s new Mini Wallet App will enable 950 million Telegram users to create individually owned and compliant crypto-friendly Swiss bank accounts, the firm said.

Coinbase finds over '20 examples' of FDIC telling banks to avoid crypto

Coinbase's chief legal officer declares that the “contents are a shameful example of a government agency trying to cut off financial access to law-abiding American companies.”

UBS launches tokenized fund, puts ETH 'into the heart' of TradFi

The move by UBS to launch a tokenized fund on Ethereum is like “putting ETH right into the heart of traditional finance,” says one crypto commentator.

Judge pushes Tornado Cash co-founder trial to April 2025

Roman Storm, currently free on bail and facing three federal charges, will have another four months to prepare for his criminal trial.

Crypto voters guide to Congressional legislation for the 2024 election

The 2024 United States elections will be held on Nov. 5, as digital asset policy becomes a growing concern among pro-crypto voters.

Crypto Biz: Crypto industry faces fresh round of layoffs

This week’s Crypto Biz explores Coinbase’s earnings, Reddit’s sale of crypto holdings and Circle’s new fee structure for institutional investors and high-volume traders.

ZK-proofs are more affordable than legacy ID systems — Cysic founder

According to World Bank data, an estimated one billion individuals worldwide lack official identification credentials.

Huawei integrates digital yuan into HarmonyOS NEXT for up to 1B users

No need to download or pull up an app to pay with the Chinese CBDC on Huawei phones now.

Frenchman behind Trump Polymarket pump has ‘no political agenda’ — WSJ

Polymarket data showed four accounts reportedly controlled by French national ‘Théo’ bet roughly $38 million for Donald Trump to win the US Electoral College and the popular vote.

Ignoring blockchain may cost politicians at the polls — Digital Chamber CEO

As US elections approach, crypto advocates warn that opposing blockchain could be as shortsighted as resisting the internet in the 90s, potentially costing politicians key support.

Kalshi rolls out more betting markets ahead of US elections

The US-based prediction market is vying to catch up with industry leader Polymarket. 

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