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Bitcoin awaits US CPI print as options markets see 3.3% BTC price move
Bitcoin holds its latest gains ahead of a likely volatile period for BTC price action.
Ethereum Name Service integrated with PayPal, Venmo for crypto transfers
Venmo and PayPal users can now transfer cryptocurrency using Ethereum Name Service (ENS) names, ENS Labs announced on Sept. 10
State Street, Galaxy launch 3 new crypto ETFs
The ETFs blend stocks, spot cryptocurrencies, and futures and offer diversified blockchain exposure with fees ranging from 0.65% to 0.9%.
Bitcoin miner solves block alone, grabs $180,000 reward
A Bitcoin miner has hit the jackpot by processing a block solo, netting over 3 BTC worth over $180,000.
UAE regulators to allow Dubai-licensed VASPs to service entire country
UAE regulators signed a cooperation agreement that may allow licensed virtual asset providers in Dubai to service the wider country.
Kamala Harris releases policy platform details — No mention of crypto
Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris released details on her economic policy plans before a scheduled debate with Donald Trump.
Wealth advisers adopting BTC ETFs faster than any in history: Bitwise CIO
According to Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan, wealth advisers are adopting Bitcoin ETFs faster than ever before, despite slower uptake by traditional financial institutions.
Crypto scammers deepfake Apple CEO Tim Cook during iPhone 16 livestream
Deepfake scams impersonating Tim Cook surfaced on YouTube pushing crypto schemes ahead of Apple's Glow Time event. YouTube has since removed the fraudulent content.
Crypto becomes US election issue for the first time — Survey
Cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin will likely play a role in the coming US presidential election as many crypto investors plan to consider a candidate’s approach to...
Lufthansa, Deutsche Telekom launch DePIN blockchain nodes
Lufthansa, Deutsche Telekom, Bertelsmann Investments and the Technical University of Munich (TUM) launched blockchain nodes on the peaq network marking a crucial step...
Tether stablecoin issuer and Tron launch financial crime unit
Tether USDT stablecoin issuer and Justin Sun-founded Tron network have joined forces with TRM Labs to establish a new private financial crime unit.
Elon Musk: ‘first Starships to Mars will launch in 2 years’
Elon Musk’s SpaceX is slated to begin uncrewed missions to Mars by the end of 2026 with crewed missions scheduled by the end of the decade, provided economic and technological issues can be overcome.
Japanese power giant Tepco explores ‘green’ Bitcoin mining: Report
Tokyo Electric Power Company subsidiary Agile Energy X is mining Bitcoin using otherwise curtailed renewable energy.
Bitcoin ETFs need time to be ‘instrument of adoption’ — Bianco Research CEO
An analyst says spot Bitcoin ETFs have not yet lived up to their pre-approval hype, but others point to the billions of inflows as a sign they’re doing just fine.
Binance subsidiary Tokocrypto secures full license in Indonesia
Tokocrypto CEO Yudhono Rawis said that there are 35 prospective crypto exchanges registered with Indonesia’s futures regulator.
Elon Musk’s ‘DOGE’ gov meme sends political speculation soaring
Elon Musk posted a Doge-inspired political meme on X depicting himself as the apparent head of a new United States government office entitled the “Department of Government Efficiency.”
Elon Musk denies Tesla will pay xAI for AI technology partnership
Musk clarified that xAI models are gigantic and couldn’t possibly run on the Tesla vehicle inference computer, nor would he want them to.
Tether invests $100M in agriculture firm as stablecoin competition grows
Tether invests $100 million in Adecoagro, acquiring a 9.8% stake, as USDT continues to lead in the stablecoin market amid growing competition.
US companies forecast to buy $10.3B in Bitcoin over next 18 months — Report
Some US corporations will likely increase their exposure to Bitcoin by converting a portion of their shares over the next 18 months, according to a new report.
Atari founder’s new firm partners with Skale Labs for gasless blockchain gaming
Web3 gaming firm Moxy, whose co-founders include Atari co-founder Nolan Bushnell, has entered into a partnership with blockchain company Skale Labs for gasless blockchain gaming.
Sub $50K Bitcoin correction remains in play as whales look to sell BTC
A sub $50,000 Bitcoin correction remains in play as whales are looking to sell their Bitcoin to lock in profit.
Largest Japanese Banks to Use SWIFT-Linked Stablecoin System for Cross-Border Payments
The biggest Japanese banks, MUFG, SMBC, and Mizuho, plan to use a stablecoin-based system to facilitate cross-border payments in the future.
Ethereum layer-1 network revenue collapses — What’s causing it?
Ethereum layer-1 network revenue has dramatically declined since March 2024, following the launch of the Dencun upgrade on the Ethereum mainnet.
Ripple lawyer slams SEC use of 'crypto asset security'
Ripple's chief legal officer slams SEC's use of the term "crypto asset security" as misleading.
2024 Report Finds 96% of NFTs Declared ‘Dead’ Amid Market Instability
A recent report reveals a troubling state of the non-fungible token (NFT) market, with 96% of NFTs now considered "dead."
TRON Skyrockets 46% in Crucial On-Chain Indicator
TRON network, a leading decentralized blockchain platform, has defied all the odds with superb on-chain performance. Moreover, the blockchain platform has outperformed leading...
Cardano’s Chang hard fork successful as it shifts to decentralized governance
The Cardano blockchain has been upgraded to usher in an era of decentralized governance for the proof-of-stake network.
Bitcoin miners see worst revenues in 11 months as difficulty climbs
Bitcoin miners in August had the worst month of revenue all year and the lowest revenue month since September 2023.
Japanese Bitcoin investor Metaplanet works with Ripple’s partner SBI
Metaplanet, a major Japanese Bitcoin investor often referred to as the “Japanese MicroStrategy,” is collaborating with Ripple’s banking partner, the financial services firm SBI.
Amazon to revamp Alexa with Anthropic's Claude AI model: report
Amazon plans to revamp Alexa by integrating Anthropic's Claude AI model, offering a more advanced version for a monthly fee. The upgrade will allow Alexa to handle complex conversations and tasks.
Windows previews ‘Intelligent Media Search’ that transcribes videos and audio
Microsoft is trialing a controversial feature that would use AI to search and transcribe media files across Windows devices.
Bitcoin onchain indicator signals $58.5K price near ‘favorable’ buy level
According to a CryptoQuant contributor, the Bitcoin Puell Multiple is “fluctuating” between two key levels, but a slight drop could signal a buying opportunity for traders.
Canadian court orders $1.2M Bitcoin loan repayment
The Supreme Court of British Columbia has ruled in favor of Hung Nguyen, ordering Daniel Tambosso to pay $1.2 million in a loan dispute involving 22 Bitcoin....
Google Chrome Vulnerability Exploited by North Korean Hackers, Microsoft Warns
Microsoft has identified a North Korean cyber group, Citrine Sleet, exploiting a security flaw in the Chromium browser.
Trump’s approach to crypto voters ‘seems to have paid off’ — Poll
Fairleigh Dickinson professor Dan Cassino said crypto holders may be “too big a group to ignore” in a particularly close 2024 US Presidential Election.
Bitcoin collateralized loans can accelerate capital velocity: Ledn CEO
Ledn CEO and co-founder Adam Reeds explains how Bitcoin-collateralized loans could increase the velocity of money and unlock liquidity.
Scientific paper argues Bitcoin mining can reduce methane emissions
A new scientific paper highlights how Bitcoin mining can save the environment by recycling underused energy that pollutes the environment when left unchecked.
Vitalik Buterin denies selling Ether for profit
Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin refutes allegations that he profited from ETH sales, highlighting his financial support for Web3 projects and charities.
Forbes launches NFT-gated member community with OKX wallet
Forbes teams up with OKX Wallet for fast tracking access to its NFT-gated member community. The Forbes Legacy Pass NFT grants access to exclusive events and the Forbes Inner Circle.
‘The Quantum Apocalypse is coming’ — Decoding Meta’s weird warning
The latest episode of the Meta Tech Podcast was accompanied by a blog post declaring that “the Quantum Apocalypse is coming,” despite advances in quantum-safe encryption.
Bloomberg adding Polymarket election data to Terminal
Bloomberg integrates Polymarket election odds into Terminal, highlighting the growing significance of crypto betting markets in financial analysis.
Bitcoin mining CEO eyes hashrate contracts to offset rising costs
Andy Fajar Handika, CEO and co-founder of Loka Mining says hashrate forward contracts could potentially help smaller Bitcoin miners that can’t finance growth the way big companies can.
Solo miner wins $200K Bitcoin lottery with just 0.012% of hashrate
A solo Bitcoin miner just netted nearly $200,000 for solving a Bitcoin block with just 0.012% of the network’s average hashrate.
Shiba Inu Burn Rate Skyrockets 28,145% as SHIB Price Reacts Surprisingly
In the last 24 hours, the Shiba Inu (SHIB) burn rate has surged by an astonishing 28,145%, with millions of SHIB sent to dead wallets.
The Open Network experiences another network outage
The Open Network experienced a second outage on Aug. 28, likely due to congestion caused by mass minting of the Dogs memecoin.
Polygon MATIC may be ‘brewing’ reversal amid sudden spike in onchain activity
A spike in onchain activity may be a sign that Polygon’s MATIC token may be ready for revival, according to Santiment.
Telegram-style ‘mini DApps’ come to Line with Kaia mainnet launch
Line, a popular messaging app in Asia, will soon have its own Telegram-style crypto “mini DApps” on the Kaia blockchain.
Bitcoin whale buys 1K BTC as ‘insane’ Binance selling sees sub-$58K low
BTC price weakness provides a golden opportunity for Bitcoin whales to buy the dip, data shows.
Trump's 4th NFT collection sees $2.2M in sales
Community members speculated that Donald Trump’s latest NFT collection release pushed the SEC to send a Well’s notice to OpenSea.
Fully Onchain AI Model Deployed on Internet Computer (ICP) Blockchain
Decideai, a Web3 company focused on creating artificial intelligence (AI)-based large language models (LLMs), has deployed its GPT-2 LLM fully onchain via