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The recent US Consumer Price Index (CPI) report came in higher than expected, with a 3.1% increase instead of the anticipated 2.9%. This unexpected inflation figure triggered a market sell-off, causing both crypto and equities to bleed. Bitcoin, which had breached the $50K mark, fell back below $49K in response to the disappointing CPI report. … Read more
The cryptocurrency world faced a tumultuous January, marked by significant losses totaling $41 million due to various exploits and security breaches. While this figure represents a staggering 67% decline from December 2023, it marks a stark increase of 180% compared to January 2023. One of the most notable incidents occurred when 600 million GMEE tokens, … Read more
Genesis Global Capital has received authorization to offload its stake in Grayscale’s Bitcoin Trust (GBTC), valued at approximately $1.3 billion. Genesis Global Permitted to Liquidate $1.3 Billion in Bitcoin Trust Shares According to Bloomberg, Genesis Global Holdco LLC secured Judge Sean Lane’s approval to liquidate its GBTC investments, currently estimated at $1.3 billion. The request … Read more
Bitcoin’s ascent beyond the $51,000 mark has propelled the Crypto Fear and Greed Index (CFGI) into the “greed” territory, registering a notable 74 out of 100. Just a day earlier, the CFGI soared to an impressive peak of 79, denoting “extreme greed” and marking its highest point since 2021. Crypto Fear and Greed Index Score … Read more
Torrevieja, a city of almost 90,000 inhabitants, aims to become one of the first crypto-friendly locations in Spain. The city, in alliance with Apymeco, its merchant association, will incentivize using cryptocurrency as a payment option and give courses for stores interested in learning how to receive and use cryptocurrency. Torrevieja to Incentivize Crypto Adoption Torrevieja, … Read more
In a strategic move to bolster its regulatory credentials, Ripple has announced its plan to acquire Standard Custody & Trust Company. This acquisition, pending regulatory approval, is set to enhance Ripple’s portfolio of digital asset solutions and regulatory licenses, marking a significant step in the company’s expansion. Ripple Plans to Acquire Standard Custody & Trust … Read more
In a recent turn of events, spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) emerged as the market leaders in the realm of cryptocurrency investment products last week. According to a recent report by Coinshares, these funds attracted $1.1 billion in inflows, marking the highest assets under management (AUM) since the early days of 2022. Coinshares Report Shows … Read more
The Bank of Russia reported that the number of pyramid schemes and illegal lending providers in Russia rose to over 5,700 in 2023, an increase of 15.5% over the number detected in 2022. Specifically, the number of pyramid schemes detected increased by 46%, relying on the Internet and cryptocurrency as tools for promoting and carrying … Read more
Secret Network’s native token, $SCRT, has experienced a remarkable surge, emerging as the top gainer on leading cryptocurrency exchange Binance. With a staggering 500% increase in trading volume within 24 hours and a notable 24% price surge, $SCRT has captured the attention of the crypto community. Secret Network’s prominence in the Cosmos IBC ecosystem is … Read more
Investors are expressing apprehension following news that Daniel Wang, the creator and former CEO of Loopring, a decentralized exchange protocol, transferred a significant portion of the system’s token, LRC, to Binance, the leading cryptocurrency exchange platform. This move has contributed to a decline in the token’s value, which had experienced a 5% increase over the … Read more