Market dynamics introduced by spot Bitcoin ETF demand may play a role in making the 2024 halving unique.
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Over $6B worth of BTC moved by 5th-richest Bitcoin whale
The funds haven’t moved since 2019 when the whale address received them.
IMF recommends stablecoins and CBDCs to boost Pacific Islands’ economies
While CBDCs might be the best option for those nations with existent currencies and mature banks, private stablecoins might help less advanced economies.
South Korean police catch $4.1M crypto scam duo
Scammers falsely guaranteed 70% profits on an investment of 1 billion South Korean won within a month and stole 5.5 billion won in six different transactions.
What are NFT swap order scams, and how to avoid them?
Don’t get tricked! Learn how to spot NFT swap order scams and keep your digital assets safe.
Wall Street funding has changed Bitcoin mining’s incentive structure: Report
Bitfinex analysts say Wall Street funding of public Bitcoin mining companies has significantly altered the incentive structure behind Bitcoin mining.
Bakkt declares $780M full-year revenue in 2023 earnings report
Andy Main, Bakkt’s incoming president, said the company’s strengthened balance sheet erases previous doubts about its ability to continue.
Cathie Wood’s ARK dumps $31M in Robinhood stock, stacks Roblox
ARK Invest started dumping large amounts of Robinhood stock for the first time after aggressively buying HOOD shares last year.
Bitcoin ETFs see $15M comeback as BTC price taps best close in 10 days
BTC price strength continues to enjoy a flash turnaround this week as analysis says Bitcoin ETF bid interest is “back.”
Osmosis, dydx and Synthetix most actively developed DeFi projects: Santiment
The decentralized Cosmos exchange Osmosis has been listed as the most actively developed DeFi project in the last month.
Ethereum client diversity improves, non-Geth clients now account for 34%
While the reduced reliance on Geth is good news, “we can’t declare victory yet,” says Lachlan Feeney, founder and CEO of Ethereum infrastructure firm Labrys.
2 theories why GBTC sticks to high fees despite bleeding billions
Grayscale’s Bitcoin ETF has bled over $14 billion and it hasn’t lowered its industry-high fees, but ex-Wall Street analyst Jim Bianco gave two reasons why.
Is Bitcoin’s pre-halving retrace over? 52K BTC accumulated on Sunday alone
BTC prices have rebounded to reclaim $71,000 in late trading on March 25.
Pixelmon CEO bets on fractionalized NFTs for its huge comeback
The Pokemon-esque crypto game was once mocked for raising $70 million only to produce pixelated monstrosities, but its CEO Giulio Xiloyannis says it is priming for a comeback.
Grayscale tips Ether ETF approvals despite SEC ‘lack of engagement’
“The case is just as strong as it was for spot #Bitcoin ETFs,” Grayscale’s chief legal officer Craig Salm wrote in a post on X.
SWIFT declares second sandbox connector tests a success for CBDC and more
Having shown the application of its connector in complex use cases, SWIFT will continue to increase the connector’s functions.
Solana takes the lead in weekly stablecoin transfer volume
Solana flipped Ethereum in weekly stablecoin transfer volume as investors chase after yield, airdrops and high returns from the memecoin frenzy.
Bitcoin pro traders were unmoved by BTC’s sell-off, data points to new price highs
Bitcoin futures and options indicate growing strength at BTC’s $70,000
DeFi fund, Texas apparel company sue to defend airdrop against SEC
The tokens are distributed for free and unasked for, so they’re not securities, according to the suit.
SEC will ask for $2B in fines and penalties — Ripple chief legal officer
Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse and CLO Stuart Alderoty cited a judge imposing sanctions on the SEC in a lawsuit against Debt Box, claiming the regulator exceeded its authority.