Bitcoin’s price fluctuates between $93,607 and $94,026 over the past hour, reflecting a market capitalization of $1.86 trillion. With a 24-hour trading volume of $63.28 billion and an intraday range spanning $91,215 to $95,098, bitcoin finds itself at a...

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PRESS RELEASE. The VerifiedX (VFX) Network, VerifiedX.io, has launched its mainnet non-custodial wallet VFX SwitchBlade, which enables full native Bitcoin functionality. The VFX SwitchBlade also supports a ‘first-mover’ fully decentralized and self custodial Bitcoin Tokenization (Verified Bitcoin) with on-chain...

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Curve Finance, a decentralized exchange (dex) focused on stablecoin trading, ended 2024 with $2.4 billion in total value locked (TVL) and a doubled user base, growing from 30,000 in 2023 to 60,000. Bridging Institutional Capital Into the Defi Ecosystem...

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Bitcoin’s price has jumped 4% since yesterday – and investors are wondering if this is the start of a new bull run. The coin’s rebound comes on the heels of research showing that 2024 was a banner year for...

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QCP Capital has executed the first derivatives trade using Blackrock’s BUIDL tokenized fund as collateral, marking a milestone in the integration of blockchain technology into institutional finance. QCP Capital Breaks Ground With BUIDL-Backed Derivatives QCP Capital, a subsidiary of...

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The Fed’s increasingly hawkish stance could limit bitcoin’s rally, leading to another period of price consolidation. Sideways Price Action Could See Bitcoin Consolidate at Current Price Levels The first week of 2025 was a bearish one for bitcoin. The...

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PRESS RELEASE. The blockchain space is buzzing, and for good reason. Solana, renowned for its lightning-fast transaction speeds and low fees, has dominated the altcoin scene as a go-to blockchain for developers and investors alike. But could a newcomer...

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Cryptocurrency exchanges have argued that pension funds should be allowed to invest in crypto assets, enabling South Africans to benefit from the substantial growth in cryptocurrency value. South African Treasury Urged to Formulate Progress-Promoting Policies South African crypto exchanges...

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Circle, the institution behind the issuance of USDC, the second-largest stablecoin in the cryptocurrency market, has donated $1 million to the inaugural fund of President Trump. Circle joins other tech giants like Microsoft and Google, which have also recently...

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As advances in blockchain and AI continue to break boundaries and converge, striking a balance between these two technologies becomes essential. While AI consumes and processes a vast amount of data, blockchain ensures it is protected with its immutability,...

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Nick Neuman, CEO and co-founder of Casa, a Bitcoin self-custody services company, recently reported a case in which Casa helped a customer avoid losing funds due to a fire. On social media, Neuman stated that the Casa emergency line...

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PRESS RELEASE. SINGAPORE, January 10, 2025 – LBank, a leading global cryptocurrency exchange, has announced a transformative brand evolution, signaling its unwavering commitment to fostering a vibrant and innovative MEME ecosystem. This upgrade extends to both the LBank website...

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Nayib Bukele, the President of El Salvador, who has continued to push forward with bitcoin policies in his country, announced that he aims to profit from the potential DOJ sales of bitcoin seized as part of the Silk Road...

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Bitfinex, a cryptocurrency exchange, has recently moved its derivatives services division to El Salvador, transitioning customers to a new jurisdiction after receiving a Digital Asset Service Provider (DASP) license. Bitfinex Derivatives El Salvador S.A. de C.V., a Salvadoran local...

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Gain insights into investor sentiment on Bitcoin mining stocks through institutional ownership trends. Institutions favored hybrid miners with major HPC/AI deals: $CORZ, $WULF, $IREN, and $HUT recorded the largest increases in institutional ownership. Institutional Investment Shifts in Bitcoin Mining:...

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Standard Chartered’s launch of crypto custody services in Luxembourg strengthens its EU presence, leveraging regulatory stability to meet rising demand for secure digital asset solutions. Crypto Custody Takes Center Stage as Standard Chartered Expands to Luxembourg Standard Chartered, a...

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Job seekers are being targeted by a sinister scheme, with fake listings installing hidden cryptocurrency mining malware that silently hijacks systems and drains resources. Crypto Malware Disguised as Job Listings Is Preying on Job Seekers Cybersecurity firm Crowdstrike has...

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Ripple USD (RLUSD) has debuted on Bitstamp, offering global liquidity in key pairs and emphasizing stability, compliance, and utility for payments, tokenization, and decentralized finance. RLUSD Rolls Out on Bitstamp With Global Liquidity in Key Trading Pairs Ripple USD...

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A U.S. senator vowed to undo SEC Chair Gary Gensler’s crypto policies, backing a nominee expected to champion innovation and create a friendlier regulatory environment. US Lawmaker Pledges Swift Action to Undo Gensler’s Crypto Disruption U.S. Senator Tim Scott...

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Aptos, a layer one (L1) blockchain project, has integrated Chainlink data feeds to enhance decentralized application (dapp) development on its platform. Aptos Partners With Chainlink This collaboration provides developers on the Aptos network with access to Chainlink‘s tamper-proof and...

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On Thursday, bitcoin, the leading cryptocurrency, descended to an intraday low of $91,215, reflecting a decline exceeding 3% against the U.S. dollar. The collective valuation of the crypto economy contracted by 2.5% in the past 24 hours, settling at...

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It’s not clear if all derivative assets that require bitcoin as collateral are fully backed as many assume. Is the Bitcoin Derivative Asset Market Built on a House of Cards? Some bitcoin (BTC) derivatives that claim to be fully...

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FV Bank, a U.S.-licensed digital bank, has announced the integration of Paypal USD (PYUSD), a stablecoin, into its banking platform. This addition expands the bank’s stablecoin offerings, enabling direct deposits and outbound payments for account holders. FV Bank Enables...

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PRESS RELEASE. The battle for supremacy in the cryptocurrency market is often marked by innovation, bold ideas, and game-changing technology. But if you’re keeping an eye on Ethereum’s sluggish performance, you might be distracted from one of the most...

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A look at Bitdeer’s operational update revealed a drop in its mining output in Dec. 2024, although its bitcoin holding remains healthy. Bitdeer Repays $10 Million Principal Balance on Senior Notes Despite Drop in BTC Production Bitdeer’s latest mining...

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Law enforcement in Thailand’s Chon Buri province recently seized nearly 1,000 bitcoin mining rigs from a company accused of illegally accessing electricity. Modified Meters Used to Aid Electricity Theft On Jan. 8, law enforcement agents in Thailand’s Chon Buri...

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Despite the decline in BTC mining output, Bit Digital increased its BTC and ETH holdings through diversification in both assets. Strategic Diversification Key to Bit Digital Crypto Holdings Bit Digital, a bitcoin mining firm produced 32.4 BTC in Dec....

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PRESS RELEASE. January 9th, 2025 –– Rena Labs, the startup aiming to enable the next generation of autonomous and verifiable AI solutions, has announced the successful closure of a $3.3 million pre-seed funding round led by Paper Ventures. The...

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Recent data reveals that spot bitcoin (BTC) and ether (ETH) exchange-traded funds (ETFs) experienced collective net outflows amounting to $742.24 million. Blackrock, Valkyrie, and Grayscale Among Crypto ETFs Hit by $742M Reduction On Wednesday, U.S.-based bitcoin and ethereum ETFs...

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Earlier this week, a Reddit post sparked a thoughtful discussion about artificial intelligence (AI) potentially adopting bitcoin in the era of artificial general intelligence (AGI). The conversation revolved around the idea that, as AI matches or surpasses human-level intelligence...

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Solana’s is going through a rough patch right now. The SOL token has taken another hit, falling 5% in the past 24 hours to $190. But there’s still one bright spot in the Solana ecosystem. Solaxy, a new Layer-2...

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The President’s love for crypto continues to shine with the launch of his latest NFT collection on the Ordinals protocol. Trump Debuts Bitcoin Digital Trading Cards President-elect Donald Trump‘s non-fungible token (NFT) collection debuted its first 160 products, the...

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On Jan. 9, 2024, discussions have been buzzing within the crypto community regarding the potential sale of $6.49 billion worth of bitcoin (BTC) by the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ). This speculation arises from a court ruling issued on...

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An Introduction to Bitcoin Wallet Types Recovering lost Bitcoin wallet passwords is a challenge that many individuals face. This guide, prepared in July 2024, provides an overview of various wallet formats and methods to recover Bitcoin wallet passwords effectively....

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Another publicly traded U.S. firm adds bitcoin to its balance sheet with Thumzup Media’s $1 million purchase. Thumzup Wants to Hold 90% of its Liquid Assets in Bitcoin Thumzup Media Corp., a publicly traded firm in the U.S. announced...

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Jacob Gadikian, CEO of the blockchain services firm Notional Labs, has recently alleged that Terra’s downfall and UST’s dollar depeg were not caused by Do Kwon, the disgraced founder of the project. Gadikian stated that the real culprit behind...

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The Nigerian securities regulator has cautioned that some applicants for virtual asset service provider (VASP) licenses do not meet regulatory requirements. SEC Welcomes Stakeholder Feedback The Director-General of the Nigerian Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Emotimi Agama, warned that...

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Glassnode recently disclosed that the bitcoin market shifted to a new phase this year, following the rise to over $100K experienced after President Donald Trump’s victory in the polls. Glassnode states that the movements of whales indicate that a...

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A group of insiders at the FDIC has blown the lid on a coverup of the agency’s procedures to avoid having its Operation Chokepoint 2.0 linked documents released through FOIA requests. Additionally, the institution would run disinformation campaigns against...

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Europe faces mounting pressure to secure its financial future as reliance on U.S. and Chinese payment giants grows, with China’s digital currency threatening dominance. Europe Risks Payment Dependence on China and U.S.—Digital Euro Is Key to Sovereignty A member...

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