DeFi Blue Chips Poised For Breakout Despite Record Low Valuations

Despite lagging in 2023, DeFi 1.0 assets are now positioned for a significant breakout. DeFi blue chips like AAVE, Maker (MKR), and Lido (LDO) are hitting all-time high revenues even as their valuations remain low. This trend is driven by several factors, including a pro-crypto U.S. landscape, ETH institutional adoption via ETFs, a stronger focus … Read more

German Government Officially Acknowledges Involvement in 50,000 Bitcoin Sell-off

The German government has officially acknowledged its involvement in selling 49,858 bitcoin linked to the movie2k case. In a press release, German authorities reported that the sales were completed due to what is stipulated in Section 111p of the Code of Criminal Procedure, classifying this move as an “emergency sale.” Bankhaus Scheich Wertpapierspezialist AG, the … Read more

Okx Quits Nigerian Market, Users Urged to Withdraw Funds Before Deadline

Okx, a leading cryptocurrency exchange, has announced its decision to discontinue services in Nigeria starting from August 16, 2024. The company cited unfavorable policies by the Nigerian government as the reason for this move. Okx said Nigerian users are advised to withdraw their funds from the platform before the specified date. This decision is similar … Read more

Fake Professors Scam Crypto Investors on Telegram and Whatsapp, DFI Warns

The Washington State Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) has reported multiple complaints about cryptocurrency scams on Whatsapp and Telegram involving fake “professors.” These scams lure investors through social media ads and false educational institutions, promising high returns and offering dubious loans. Cryptocurrency Scams: Fake Professors Target Investors The Washington State Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) … Read more

Skybridge’s Scaramucci Warns Billionaires Supporting Trump: Dangerous Times Ahead

Skybridge Capital founder Anthony Scaramucci criticized the support of billionaires for former U.S. President and presidential candidate Donald Trump, reflecting on his own experience. He joined the Trump administration in July 2017. However, his tenure as Communications Director was notably short-lived, lasting only 11 days, due to his controversial remarks and conflicts within the administration. … Read more

Trump Reaffirms Support for Crypto, Plans to Launch 4th NFT Collection

Former U.S. President and presidential candidate Donald Trump has reaffirmed his support for cryptocurrency, emphasizing: “If we don’t do it, China is going to pick it up” and dominate the industry. He revealed that he will launch another non-fungible token (NFT) collection. He stressed that almost all of his previous NFTs were paid in crypto, … Read more

Vitalik Buterin Warns Against Political Support Based on Crypto Stance

Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin advised against basing political support solely on a candidate’s pro-crypto stance. He emphasized the importance of broader values like individual freedoms and technological advancement. “Crypto-friendly now does not mean crypto-friendly five years from now,” he stressed. Buterin Highlights Risks of Narrow Political Focus in Crypto Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin has cautioned … Read more

Ripple CEO Blasts Political Divide Over Crypto, Calls for Bipartisan Cooperation

Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse has criticized the politicization of cryptocurrency in the U.S., stressing the necessity of a bipartisan approach and clear regulatory guidelines. He condemned the partisan divide in crypto innovation, particularly addressing Senator Elizabeth Warren’s characterization of cryptocurrencies as tools for illicit activities. Garlinghouse called for bipartisan cooperation to fully realize crypto’s benefits. … Read more

Trump Talks Economic Plans and US Crypto Strategy With Bloomberg: ‘China’s Going to Have It—or Somebody Else’

In a recent interview with Bloomberg Businessweek, former President Donald Trump outlined his economic vision, touching on topics such as taxation, tariffs, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, and cryptocurrency. Trump’s views and plans reflect his signature approach to economic policy, emphasizing deregulation and protectionism. Trump Outlines Economic Vision in Bloomberg Interview, Emphasizes Deregulation and Tariffs … Read more

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