NFT Market Faces Brutal August: Sales, Buyers, and Transactions All Plunge

Non-fungible token (NFT) sales have had a rough time in 2024, and August has been no exception. Following a 36.6% drop in July, August brought another significant decline, with sales falling by 41.36%. NFT Market Struggles: August Sales Plunge 41.36% After July’s Decline According to cryptoslam.io metrics, NFT sales in August tallied up to approximately … Read more

Canadian Court Orders Man to Repay $1.2 Million in Bitcoin Loan Dispute

A court in British Columbia, Canada, has ordered Daniel Tambosso to repay Hung Nguyen $1.2 million for a loan of 22 bitcoins made in 2021. Nguyen, a Canadian real estate agent, claimed the loan constituted his entire savings, and Tambosso’s failure to repay has severely impacted his finances and mental health. Tambosso, claiming to be … Read more

Arthur Hayes Predicts Bitcoin Boom as Central Banks Cut Interest Rates

Bitmex co-founder Arthur Hayes is optimistic about bitcoin’s future, citing recent interest rate cuts by central banks. He believes further rate cuts by the U.S. Federal Reserve, Bank of England, and European Central Bank could expand the money supply and drive inflation. Hayes argues that while inflation may negatively impact some businesses, it would benefit … Read more

South Korea’s Bitcoin Premium Persists Amid Market Volatility

Despite recent turbulence in the crypto market, bitcoin’s price continues to carry a premium in South Korea. As of 4 p.m. EDT, bitcoin is trading at $59,002 per unit, but in South Korea, the exchange rate hits $59,900, reflecting a 1.52% premium. Despite First Negative Dip Since Oct. 2023, South Korea’s Bitcoin Premium Continues Interestingly, … Read more

Nigerian Blockchain Leader: Approval of 2 Crypto Exchanges Brings Much-Needed Regulatory Clarity

A Nigerian blockchain industry leader has described the recent approval of two crypto exchanges by the securities regulator as a positive step that improves the image of Nigeria’s crypto space. The leader believes clear regulations will attract foreign investors and benefit Nigerian entrepreneurs. He also urged Nigeria to follow the rule of law regarding the … Read more

Bored Ape Yacht Club Leads the Week’s Priciest NFT Sale Despite Overall Market Dip

While non-fungible token (NFT) sales saw a 24% boost the week before, the last seven days have witnessed a 4.3% dip. Meanwhile, the number of NFT buyers jumped by 31.48%, with sellers also on the rise by 25.86%. NFT Sales Drop 4.3%, But Buyer and Seller Participation Increased This past week, NFT sales were rather … Read more

Bitcoin Market Indicator Signals Bear Phase Amid Major Exchange Outflows

The Bitcoin market cycle indicator has once again entered a bear phase, signaling caution for investors. From a valuation standpoint, if Bitcoin’s price falls below $56,000, the risk of a larger correction could increase significantly. #Bitcoin market cycle indicator is again in BEAR phase (light blue area). From a valuation perspective, if the price pierces … Read more

PCE Report Triggers Gold Slide, Analyst Warns Fed Rate Cut Could Deepen Losses

On Friday, Aug. 30, 2024, gold experienced a decline in value, coinciding with the U.S. Commerce Department’s release of the personal consumption expenditures (PCE) price index data. The PCE climbed by 2% in July, aligning perfectly with market expectations. During the day, gold hit a low of $2,495, but it later bounced back, crossing the … Read more