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The current market downturn has prompted many investors to sell and exit their positions. However, experienced traders recognize that such downturns are temporary and may present an opportunity for buying. This branded spotlight story highlights five lesser-known cryptocurrencies that could offer significant potential for those prepared to take a calculated risk. 1. Pepe Unchained (PEPU) […]View the full article

After former President Donald Trump revealed World Liberty Financial’s (WLF) whitelist signup, WLF’s X account shared that “thousands of people have joined” since the announcement. However, the excitement has been dampened by an influx of fake WLFI token scams flooding X. WLF: ‘Whitelist Is Already a Massive Success’ The crypto community has been haphazardly tracking […]View the full article

BitcoinOS addresses the limitations of Bitcoin’s original design, bringing it closer to fulfilling its broader potential in the crypto ecosystem. Ultimately, BitcoinOS allows for scalable, composable functionality while maintaining Bitcoin’s fundamental architecture, ensuring that the protocol remains true to its roots as a sovereign, peer-to-peer digital currency. Edan Yago is CEO and Co-founder of BitcoinOS, […]View the full article

Bitcoin is entering a period of traditionally positive performance, according to the latest analysis from Cryptoquant and its researchers. However, for bitcoin to reach new highs, increasing demand will be crucial as current levels remain stagnant. ‘Demand Has a Lot of Room to Grow’ Cryptoquant‘s latest report highlights bitcoin’s strong historical performance during the fourth […]View the full article

Kasikornbank Financial Conglomerate, a Thai banking giant, has said it plans to launch the country’s first licensed digital asset custodian. The service, called Orbix Custodian, is licensed by the Finance Ministry and supervised by the securities regulator. Kasikornbank is currently testing its systems before launching in early 2025. The goal is to protect investors and […]View the full article

PRESS RELEASE. In a world increasingly in need of innovative solutions to address pressing global challenges, the Blockchain for Good Alliance (BGA), a non-profit organization founded by Bybit, has announced the launch of the Sustainable Innovation Summit: The 17 SDGs Challenge, a global hackathon aimed at harnessing blockchain technology to create meaningful social impact. This […]View the full article

Mark Carnegie’s MHC Digital Group is partnering with Circle Internet Financial to expand the distribution of the stablecoin USD Coin (USDC) to institutional investors in Australia and the broader Asia-Pacific (APAC) region. This strategic collaboration aims to help superannuation funds and high-net-worth individuals avoid significant bank fees by leveraging USDC, which has a market capitalization […]View the full article

Russian President Vladimir Putin marked the 75th anniversary of the People’s Republic of China by praising the solid partnership between Russia and China. He emphasized the resilience of their economic relationship and increasing trade despite international challenges. Putin also highlighted the significance of their cooperation in multilateral organizations, showing the strategic alignment between the two […]View the full article

Kraken has announced the delisting of Monero (XMR) across the entire European Economic Area (EEA) due to regulatory changes. Effective October 31, 2024, at 15:00 PM UTC, trading and deposits for all XMR markets will be halted, and any open orders will be automatically closed. Clients will have until December 31, 2024, to withdraw their […]View the full article

The Australian financial institution ANZ Bank has joined Project Guardian, a Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) initiative exploring the digitization of financial markets. In partnership with Chainlink Labs and ADDX, ANZ will investigate the interoperability of private blockchains for exchanging tokenized assets like commercial paper. ANZ aims to contribute to developing a stable, secure digital […]View the full article

Jonathan Chester, CEO of Bitwage, has detailed how the company has been serving Argentine remote workers who prefer collecting payments from employers abroad in stablecoins. Chester stated that 70% of its customers in the country use stablecoins, reinforcing that these have helped Argentines increase their net salaries up to 50%. Bitwage CEO Jonathan Chester: 70% […]View the full article

The Bank of Russia has explained that the launch of the digital ruble, the Russian CBDC, will not affect the state’s mechanisms to control inflation or the amount of money issued. The institution clarified that the new currency does not pose risks to the country’s financial stability, and will not change the functions of the […]View the full article

Tether, a stablecoin issuer, said it has collaborated with the U.S. Department of Justice to seize digital assets worth $6 million stolen from victims of crypto confidence schemes. Tether has assisted law enforcement in various jurisdictions, blocking over two billion dollars in USDT and recovering millions for victims. According to the stablecoin issuer, it has […]View the full article

Frederick Kempe, CEO of the Atlantic Council, highlighted two pressing concerns at the UN General Assembly: the intensifying China-Russia partnership and doubts over US leadership. Alongside former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice, he warned of mounting global threats, comparing today’s risks to the Cold War. China’s support for Russia and Iran is escalating conflicts, demanding […]View the full article

An app on Google Play was discovered stealing cryptocurrency from users, employing advanced social engineering and trusted protocols. Check Point Research exposed the app after it had siphoned $70,000, deceiving over 150 victims. The attackers used the Walletconnect protocol to appear legitimate, manipulating Google search rankings and avoiding detection through encryption and obfuscation techniques. Malicious […]View the full article

The Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM) has issued a warning about the dangers of pump-and-dump schemes in the cryptocurrency space, as new regulations prepare to target this market manipulation tactic. The upcoming Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCAR), effective from Dec. 30 will ban these practices. AFM Sounds Alarm on Crypto Pump-and-Dump Schemes The […]View the full article

Coinbase Institutional’s report highlights optimism for the crypto market, driven by expectations of U.S. rate cuts and China’s monetary stimulus, which could boost bitcoin’s performance in Q4 2024. While bitcoin remains strong, ethereum faces challenges with rising transaction fees and limited impact from U.S. spot exchange-traded funds (ETFs). Coinbase: ‘We Anticipate a Constructive Q4 2024’ […]View the full article

A former lawyer with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) anticipates the agency will challenge Judge Analisa Torres’ decision regarding XRP in the Ripple lawsuit. The SEC views the ruling as flawed and is likely to submit an appeal before the approaching Oct. 7 deadline. Ripple XRP Case: SEC Expected to Appeal Judge’s Ruling […]View the full article

On Sept. 27, Bedrock, a liquidity staking platform, experienced a security breach affecting $2 million in liquidity. Bedrock said it has taken steps to address the incident, including integrating with Chainlink for proof of reserves and implementing additional security measures. Exploiter Addresses Identified Bedrock, a liquidity staking platform, confirmed a security incident on Sept. 27 […]View the full article

On Sunday, Sept. 29, 2024, market data revealed that the TON-powered crypto asset, hamster kombat (HMSTR), experienced a 14% drop against the U.S. dollar over the last day, just three days after its market debut. Initially trading at $0.009993 per token when it first hit major exchanges, HMSTR has since lost over 42% of its […]View the full article

Imagine leading a virtual army, conquering enemy bases, and earning real-world rewards. That’s what Heroes of Mavia, a Web3 play-to-earn strategy game, promises. Find out if Regina thinks it’s worth your time. Last episode’s quick recap Last episode’s Web3 gameplay was action-packed and full of thrills! While playing The Beacon, I found myself holding my […]View the full article

According to data from the Central Bank of Bolivia, operations with crypto assets rose in the last three months after the institution lifted a blanket ban on using the banking system for these transactions. Volumes doubled on average, with stablecoins leading the way and transaction numbers also rising. Bolivia Experiences a Crypto Renaissance After Lifting […]View the full article

On Friday, U.S. spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) continued their upward momentum, raking in a sizable $494.27 million in inflows. Spot ethereum ETFs followed suit, adding $58.65 million to their tally. Bitcoin ETFs Lead the Charge with $494M Inflows; Ethereum ETFs See Strong Growth Data from sosovalue.xyz shows that 12 U.S. spot bitcoin ETFs collectively […]View the full article

The Mega Dice Token (DICE) presale is down to its final 24 hours. Investors have poured nearly $2 million into the presale, which is now in its last stretch. With DICE launching on exchanges on Monday, many investors believe now is the ideal time to invest in this potential GambleFi gem. Mega Dice Presale Nears […]View the full article

In just 40 days, the U.S. Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) will gather to decide whether the central bank will lower the benchmark interest rate. This pivotal moment occurs two days after the 2024 U.S. Election Day. As it stands, CME futures data suggests that a half-point reduction is currently viewed as more probable than […]View the full article