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The US Justice Department (DOJ) seized more than $200,000 in cryptocurrency intended to benefit the militant group Hamas it said in a statement on March 27. The cryptocurrency with a total value of $201,400 was traced to fundraising addresses allegedly controlled by Hamas and used to launder more than $1.5 million in digital assets since … Read more
The current state of crypto is akin to the internet’s “America Online” (AOL) era during the late 1990s, when the user experience was clunky, technical, featured limited use cases, and moved at dial-up speeds, according to Polygon co-founder Sandeep Nailwal. In an interview with Cointelegraph, Nailwal identified several key areas of development to improve user … Read more
A recent report by Despread Research reveals that 70% of South Korean crypto investors made a profit in 2024, with BTC, XRP, and ETH being the most popular holdings. Optimism remains high for 2025, with many expecting bitcoin to surpass $100,000 (150 million KRW). Bitcoin Leads South Korean Investor Portfolios as Optimism Grows for 2025 … Read more
The foundation behind the layer-1 blockchain, Sei, announced it was exploring the acquisition of the genetic testing company 23andMe after the firm filed for bankruptcy. In a March 27 X post, the Sei network said its foundation was considering purchasing 23andMe “to defend the genetic privacy of 15 million Americans” by putting the company’s data … Read more
Bitcoin’s price held steady above $87,000 on Thursday, fueling a spirited debate among analysts about the fate of its once-reliable four-year cycle. Traditionally associated with dramatic post-halving rallies, this cycle now faces scrutiny as evolving market sophistication, regulatory developments, and broader economic currents challenge its predictability. Bitcoin’s 34% Post-Halving Gain Fuels Speculation of a Broken, … Read more
Solana’s native token, SOL (SOL), faced a sharp 8% rejection after briefly touching $147 on March 25. For the past three weeks, SOL has struggled to reclaim the $150 level, which is leading traders to question whether the bullish momentum that was originally driven by memecoin speculation and the rise of artificial intelligence sectors has … Read more
A high-ranking official has called for a deeper debate regarding bitcoin as a reserve asset in Brazil, calling it “internet’s gold.” While President Lula’s government has been neutral about cryptocurrency, there is already a proposal to create a bitcoin reserve pending in Congress. Discussion Around Bitcoin Strategic Reserve Heats up in Brazil Positive signs are … Read more
A bill recently presented to the National Assembly in Panama proposes legalizing the voluntary acceptance of cryptocurrency in commercial transactions. The proposal also encompasses VASP regulation and integrating blockchain for optimizing state processes. Bill Introduced in Panama Proposes Voluntary Cryptocurrency Acceptance, Blockchain Integration More and more countries are starting to appreciate the properties of cryptocurrency … Read more
Ripple has partnered with Nigerian fintech startup Chipper Cash to facilitate cross-border payments into Africa using Ripple Payments. Crypto Payments Key to Low Cross-Border Fees U.S.-based digital asset infrastructure provider Ripple has partnered with Nigerian fintech startup Chipper Cash to support cross-border payments into Africa using Ripple Payments. The partnership enables Chipper Cash’s millions of … Read more
Bitcoin (BTC) investors are preparing for the record-breaking $16.5 billion monthly options expiry on March 28. However, the actual market impact is expected to be more limited, as BTC’s drop below $90,000 caught investors off guard and invalidated many bullish positions. This shift gives Bitcoin bears a crucial opportunity to escape a potential $3 billion … Read more