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Despite a bump in mining difficulty and a drop in hashprice, Bitcoin’s total hashrate is still on the rise. In fact, on Wednesday it’s just 12 exahash per second (EH/s) away from reaching its peak of 677 EH/s, which was recorded on July 25. Bitcoin Mining Operations Push Through Lower Hashprice, Nearing Record Hashrate On […]View the full article

Samsung Next has announced its investment in Startale Labs, a company at the forefront of the Web3 ecosystem. This partnership aims to address the limitations of centralized systems by providing essential tools and infrastructure for decentralized applications (dapps) and smart contracts. Startale Labs, known for its innovative solutions like the Astar Network and Soneium, is […]View the full article

Over the past few weeks, there’s been a buzz of intrigue and speculation around World Liberty Financial, a decentralized finance (defi) project led by Eric Trump and Donald Trump Jr. After facing some rumors and critiques, the project’s X account finally released fresh details about its mission, aiming to clear the air. World Liberty Financial […]View the full article

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has fined Universal Navigation Inc., operating as Uniswap Labs, $175,000 for illegal trading practices. The decentralized finance (defi) protocol operator was found in violation of the Commodity Exchange Act (CEA) for offering leveraged retail commodity transactions without proper registration. Uniswap Labs, the company behind a popular decentralized digital asset […]View the full article

According to the latest stats, bitcoin (BTC) has taken a 2.5% dip against the U.S. dollar in the last 24 hours and is down 5.8% over the past week. The top cryptocurrency hit an intraday low of $55,602 per coin, and by Wednesday morning just before 11 a.m. EDT, it was just skimming above $57,400 […]View the full article

PRESS RELEASE. SINGAPORE — 4th September 2024 — TOKEN2049, the world’s largest Web3 conference, announced a collaboration with spatial sound pioneers Polygon Productions for AFTER 2049, the official closing event of this year’s highly anticipated Singapore edition. Set to redefine live music experiences with spatial audio technology, Polygon Productions will combine binaural sound and synchronised […]View the full article

While gold dipped below $2,500 per ounce, Goldman Sachs commodity analysts remain optimistic, suggesting gold could experience a “potential gain of 8%” amid the “current softening cyclical environment.” Goldman market strategists are particularly confident in this precious metal, stating that, out of all commodities, they have the “highest confidence” in gold. Gold Dips, but Goldman […]View the full article

Thirty-nine days ago, on July 27, 2024, Bitcoin.com News posed a question to a few AI-powered chatbots: Who will win the U.S. presidential election in 2024? At that moment, the match-up was between former President Donald Trump and the current Vice President Kamala Harris. Interestingly, the bots leaned toward Trump as the likely winner. Fast […]View the full article

The meme coin world’s latest sensation, Base Dawgz (DAWGZ), is gearing up for its DEX listing debut today. With its presale now over, investors have one final chance to buy at the listing price, with the token expected to pump on launch. Base Dawgz – Revolutionizing Meme Coins with Multi-Chain Approach Base Dawgz is taking […]View the full article

On Tuesday, U.S. spot bitcoin and ether exchange-traded funds (ETFs) kicked off the week with notable outflows. Bitcoin ETFs collectively saw $287.78 million withdrawn, while ether ETFs experienced $47.40 million in outflows. Bitcoin and Ether ETFs Start the Week With Outflows Sept. 3 proved challenging for the 12 bitcoin ETFs, which reported a combined net […]View the full article

On Thursday, the 12 U.S. spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) experienced $71.73 million in outflows, with reductions seen across five distinct funds. Notably, Grayscale’s ETHE led the spot ether ETFs, which faced $1.77 million in outflows, by losing $5.35 million. Bitcoin and Ether ETFs Face Outflows During the trading sessions on Aug. 29, the collective […]View the full article

PRESS RELEASE. Lagos, Nigeria, 29th August 2024 – On Thursday, African-founded cryptocurrency exchange, Quidax announced that it has become the first crypto exchange to receive a provisional operating license by Nigeria’s Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) as a Digital Assets Exchange. The license which was presented by the Securities and Exchange Commission grants Quidax the […]View the full article

Since its inception in 2009, Bitcoin has evolved from a niche concept into a driving force within global financial markets. This remarkable transformation is anchored by two key pillars: a utility-driven ecosystem that offers innovative solutions, and a visionary reimagining of the future of finance. Central to this evolution is the community that validates these […]View the full article

As LBank marks its 9th anniversary, the global cryptocurrency exchange looks back on nearly a decade of impressive growth, resilience, and innovation in the ever-changing digital asset space. Since its founding in 2015, LBank has built a reputation as a trusted platform, now serving millions of users in over 200 countries. Known for its commitment […]View the full article

The decentralized finance platform Radix Network announced a 15% workforce reduction on Aug. 28. CEO Piers Ridyard stated that the decision was made to decrease overhead costs. Ridyard said that while core projects like Flash Liquidity and MFA are expected to continue, users may experience disruptions due to the changes. RDX Works Seeks to Reduce […]View the full article

The financial watchdog in Washington State is currently probing a complaint regarding a cryptocurrency platform that allegedly purports to be associated with the Nasdaq Stock Exchange. This inquiry began after an investor reportedly put in $200,000 following a solicitation on Facebook that transitioned to communication over Whatsapp. The regulator has flagged this as a potential […]View the full article

The New York-based digital asset manager, Parafi Capital, has secured $120 million to invest in general partner stakes of crypto funds. These funds focus on specific market segments, strategies, or geographic locations. With this funding, Parafi Capital aims to build a portfolio of 30-50 general partner stakes in crypto funds. Parafi Capital Prioritizes General Partner […]View the full article

Omnisient, a South African fintech startup, secured a $7.5 million Series A investment from Arise to support its mission of enhancing financial inclusion across Africa and beyond. The investment will help Omnisient expand its technology to African, European, and U.S. markets. The startup is also seeking strategic partners in the U.S. market and retail media […]View the full article

Naveen Mallela, global co-head of Onyx, JPMorgan’s blockchain and digital currency unit, highlighted the rapid adoption of blockchain technology in India, particularly after the 2022 launch of the central bank digital currency (CBDC), the e-rupee. He noted that CBDCs represent a significant advancement for Indian payments, positioning them as the next step in the evolution […]View the full article

Economist Steve Hanke cited a University of Toronto study that links cryptocurrency ownership to traits of the “Dark Tetrad,” including psychopathy, narcissism, Machiavellianism, and sadism. According to the research, crypto owners exhibit psychopathic tendencies, he explained. Study Links Crypto Ownership to Psychopathic Traits Economist Steve Hanke highlighted research from the University of Toronto this week, […]View the full article

Hamster Kombat, the TON-based tap-to-earn game, has announced the date for its token generation event (TGE) and the subsequent airdrop. The team revealed that the expected event will occur on September 26th, despite reports of the project facing legal actions in Russia from alleged early investors. Hamster Kombat Reaches Milestone, Reveals Airdrop Date Hamster Kombat, […]View the full article

Threshold Network has proposed a plan to enhance the stability and security of Wrapped Bitcoin (WBTC) by replacing its centralized custody model with Threshold’s decentralized system. This move comes in response to recent concerns within the decentralized finance (defi) ecosystem over the current custody arrangements for WBTC. Threshold Network Proposes Decentralized Custody Model for WBTC […]View the full article

Bitcoin miner and high-performance computing (HPC) firm Iris Energy Limited has secured 10 exahash per second (EH/s) of Bitmain’s S21 XP Antminers, positioning the bitcoin mining company to reach 30 EH/s by the end of 2024. Iris Energy Expands Mining Capacity and AI Cloud Services Iris Energy Limited (Nasdaq: IREN) reported record financial results for […]View the full article

A new report reveals a significant increase in wealthy crypto asset holders, with bitcoin (BTC) millionaires rising 111% to 85,400 and individuals with crypto assets worth $1 million increasing 95% to 172,300. Dominic Volek of Henley & Partners attributes this surge to the introduction of crypto exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and a BTC rally surpassing $70,000. […]View the full article

The bitcoin market has hit a phase of tranquility, where investor enthusiasm has cooled, and speculative activity has sharply decreased. According to a thorough report from Glassnode, this quiet spell might be setting the stage for an uptick in market volatility. Glassnode Analysis Shows Bitcoin Market Entering a Tranquil Phase Amid Decline in Speculative Activity […]View the full article