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⚡️ News Flash - 23 Dec 2024 !
1️⃣ Crypto.com introduces sports prediction market in the US modeled after Polymarket
Crypto.com launches a CFTC-regulated prediction market, letting U.S. users bet on sporting event outcomes like the Super Bowl, mirroring Polymarket's success in prediction markets.
2️⃣ Hyperliquid faces investigation over suspected North Korean hacking activity
HyperLiquid saw $60M in USDC outflows amid speculation of North Korean hacker activity. However, the platform confirmed no exploit, and its HYPE token surged over 600%.
3️⃣ Usual Secures $10M in Series A Funding Led by Kraken Ventures and Binance Labs
Usual, a decentralized stablecoin protocol, raised $10M in Series A funding led by Binance Labs and Kraken Ventures. With $1.4B in TVL, it ranks among the top 5 stablecoins, combining fiat security with DeFi liquidity.
4️⃣ Nokia Submits Patent for Digital Asset Encryption Device and Software
Nokia filed a patent for a device and program to encrypt digital assets, signaling its move into this space. The company has also worked on blockchain projects and explored the metaverse and 5G technologies.
5️⃣ Uniswap Partners with Blockaid to Launch New Token Warning System
Uniswap Labs has integrated Blockaid’s on-chain detection tool to protect users from malicious tokens. The tool uses machine learning to identify scams and will be available across Uniswap’s platforms, helping prevent losses from fraudulent tokens.
🔔 JUST IN: MicroStrategy Adds 5,262 BTC, Reaching 444,262 Bitcoin Holdings Worth $27.7 Billion !
MicroStrategy has purchased an additional 5,262 BTC for approximately $561 million at an average price of $106,662 per bitcoin. The company achieved a BTC yield of 47.4% quarter-to-date and 73.7% year-to-date. As of December 22, 2024, MicroStrategy holds 444,262 BTC, acquired for a total of $27.7 billion at an average price of $62,257 per bitcoin.
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https://x.com/saylor/status/1871179886036910278
🔔 Trump Unveils White House Science and Technology Team to Lead Innovation in A.I. and Crypto !
President-elect Donald Trump has unveiled a team to spearhead innovation, led by A.I. and Crypto Czar David O. Sacks, with Michael J.K. Kratsios as OSTP Director, Dr. Lynne Parker as Executive Director of PCAST, Bo Hines heading the Crypto Council, and Sriram Krishnan advising on AI policy. This group aims to drive breakthroughs in science, artificial intelligence, and digital assets, positioning the U.S. as a global leader in technological advancement and innovation.
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🔔 Trump was Proposed $280 Trillion Bitcoin Price Reserve Plan to Strengthen the Dollar !
President-elect Donald Trump plans to create a U.S. Bitcoin reserve, pushing Bitcoin past $100K. A proposal by Michael Saylor suggests the reserve could offset $36T in national debt and grow digital markets to $280T. A bill recommends the Treasury buy 1M Bitcoin over five years.
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https://www.forbes.com/sites/digital-assets/2024/12/22/trump-pitched-massive-280-trillion-price-bitcoin-reserve-to-save-the-dollar/
🔔 Arthur Hayes Unstakes $10.63M in ENA, Deposits $8.47M into Binance !
Arthur Hayes, co-founder of BitMEX, unstaked 9.019 million ENA (valued at $10.63M) from Ethena at 11:06–11:07 UTC and deposited 7 million ENA ($8.47M) into Binance.
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https://debank.com/profile/0xa86e3d1c80a750a310b484fb9bdc470753a7506f/history?
🔔 SEC Issues Cease-and-Desist Order to Tai Mo Shan Limited, a Jump Subsidiary, for LUNA Sales !
The U.S. SEC charged Jump Trading's Tai Mo Shan Limited with misleading investors about TerraUSD (UST) stability and unregistered LUNA transactions. Tai Mo Shan settled for $123 million.
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https://www.sec.gov/files/litigation/admin/2024/33-11349.pdf
🔔 CoinDesk Staff Condemn Justin Sun Retraction in Letter to Bullish Before Leadership Firings !
Bullish, parent company of CoinDesk, has dismissed three senior editorial staff, including Editor-in-Chief Kevin Reynolds, after controversy over the removal of a story about Justin Sun's $6M art purchase. Concerns about Bullish's influence on CoinDesk's editorial independence have been raised by staff, following its acquisition in 2023.
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https://fortune.com/crypto/2024/12/20/coindesk-ownership-bullish-layoff-editors-kevin-reynolds-justin-sun/
🔔 Bitcoin ETFs See Record $671.9M in Outflows in a Single Day !
Bitcoin ETFs saw record outflows of $671.9M on Dec. 19, led by Grayscale’s GBTC ($208.6M) and ARK’s ARKB ($108.4M). Bitcoin’s price dropped to $96,409, with over $1B liquidated in 24 hours, reducing ETF net assets to $109.7B.
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https://farside.co.uk/btc/
⚡️ News Flash - 19 Dec 2024 !
1️⃣ Allo Obtains $100M Bitcoin-Backed Credit Facility
Dubai-based Allo secured a $100 million credit line backed by Bitcoin. The platform specializes in tokenizing real-world assets and on-chain lending. It has 544 BTC staked, minting alloBTC worth $54 million and facilitating $2.2 billion in assets on BNB Chain. The tokenization market grew to $13.9 billion in 2024.
2️⃣ Craig Wright Receives Suspended One-Year Sentence for Contempt of Court
Craig Wright, who falsely claimed to be Satoshi Nakamoto, received a one-year suspended sentence and a £145,000 fine for contempt of court after violating a UK ruling by filing lawsuits over his Satoshi claims.
3️⃣ Fartcoin Reaches $1 Billion Market Cap as Memecoin Market Surges
Fartcoin, a memecoin based on fart jokes, surged to a $1 billion market cap in just two months. Launched in October, it’s gained popularity for its humor and simplicity, despite the broader memecoin market decline.
4️⃣ Chainalysis has acquired Hexagate, a Web3 security firm
Chainalysis acquired Web3 security firm Hexagate to expand into proactive security, enhancing threat detection and smart contract monitoring.
5️⃣ The Open Platform Introduces TON Space Self-Custody Wallet
The Open Platform (TOP) launched TON Space, a self-custodial wallet on the TON blockchain, after its beta phase with over 100 million Telegram users. The wallet features both custodial and non-custodial options, dApp catalog, DEX integration, and staking. TOP aims to engage 30% of Telegram users by 2028.
🔔 MARA Acquires $1.5B in Bitcoin Through Convertible Notes !
Bitcoin miner MARA has spent $1.53 billion from convertible notes to acquire 15,574 BTC in two months, boosting its holdings to 44,394 BTC, valued at $4.45 billion. This marks a 50% increase this quarter and nearly 200% for the year. The company plans further acquisitions with remaining funds.
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https://x.com/MARAHoldings/status/1869729480211664974
🔔 El Salvador to Restrict Bitcoin Activities in Pursuit of $1.4 Billion IMF Deal !
El Salvador secured a $1.4 billion IMF loan deal, requiring limits on bitcoin use, voluntary private acceptance, and tax payments in USD. The agreement awaits IMF approval.
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https://www.imf.org/en/News/Articles/2024/12/18/pr-24485-el-salvador-imf-reaches-staff-level-agreement-on-an-eff-arrangement
🔔 CredeFi Announces The Launch of Its Redesigned Website !
CredeFi has launched its updated website, featuring a modern design, improved navigation, and new features such as the CREDI Whales Club and liquidity campaigns. The platform reports over $5 million in active loans with a fixed 12% interest rate.
Credefi is a crypto-lending platform connecting SMEs in the EU with asset-backed loans, offering lenders stable returns from real-world assets like real estate and receivables, while addressing gaps in traditional financing.
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https://x.com/credefi_finance/status/1869415697828495700
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🔔 HashKey Group Introduces Mainnet for Ethereum Layer-2 HashKey Chain !
HashKey Chain launched its Ethereum layer-2 mainnet on Dec. 18, delivering low fees, scalable performance, and a developer-friendly environment after a successful testnet with 24.72M transactions and 860,000+ wallets.
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https://x.com/HashKeyHSK/status/1869200916492021999
🔔 Bitwise Introduces Solana Staking ETP in Europe as US Approval Wait Continues !
Bitwise has launched a Solana staking ETP, ticker BSOL, on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange's Xetra platform, offering a 6.48% APY. This surpasses competitors like 21Shares, which offers 5.49%. Bitwise awaits U.S. approval for a Solana ETF.
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https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2024/12/18/2998787/0/en/Bitwise-Launches-Best-In-Class-Solana-Staking-ETP-Expanding-Its-Suite-of-Crypto-Staking-Solutions.html
🔔 FOMO IDO To Be Hosted On Multiple Launchpads !
FOMO is an AI-driven, multi-chain token launcher debuting on the Solana network, with plans for cross-chain expansion. Each launched token is accompanied by a custom AI agent with autonomous, decentralized features. Token holders can enhance the agent’s language model (LLM) by utilizing the platform’s native token.
▶️ IDO Details:
▪️Public Price: $0.00025
▪️Total Supply: 100B $FOMO
▪️Initial MCap: $2,087,500
▪️FDV: $25M
▶️ IDO Platforms:
▪️AiPad:
▫️Date: 17 Dec, 2024 - 18 Dec, 2024
▫️IDO Allocation: $250K
▪️BSCPad:
▫️Date: 17 Dec, 2024 - 18 Dec, 2024
▫️IDO Allocation: $75K
▪️GameZone:
▫️Date: 17 Dec, 2024 - 18 Dec, 2024
▫️IDO Allocation: $75K
▪️ChainGPT Pad:
▫️Date: 16 Dec, 2024 - 20 Dec, 2024
▫️IDO Allocation: $300K
▪️Dexcheck Pad:
▫️Date: 16 Dec, 2024 - 18 Dec, 2024
▫️IDO Allocation: $100K
▶️ Listing Info:
▪️Listing & TGE Date: 20 Dec, 2024
▪️Exchanges: Gate, MEXC, Bitpanda & Raydium
▶️ $FOMO IDO is refundable within 48 Hours on DexCheck Pad and within 7 Days on ChainGPT Pad after TGE.
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▪️AiPad
▪️BSCPad
▪️GameZone
▪️ChainGPT Pad
▪️Dexcheck Pad
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🔔 Fraud Charges Filed Against NFT Promoters in $22M Rug Pull Scheme !
Gabriel Hay and Gavin Mayo, 23-year-olds from California, were arrested for defrauding investors of over $22 million through fraudulent NFT projects. They face charges of wire fraud, conspiracy, and stalking. The pair allegedly abandoned projects after raising funds and harassed individuals who exposed their schemes. Authorities are cracking down on digital asset fraud.
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https://www.justice.gov/opa/pr/two-california-men-charged-largest-nft-scheme-prosecuted-date
🔔 Binance Launchpool Introduces Bio Protocol (BIO): Farm BIO with BNB and FDUSD !
Binance is launching Bio Protocol (BIO), a Decentralized Science (DeSci) project, on its Launchpool. Users can stake BNB and FDUSD to earn BIO rewards from 2024-12-24 to 2025-01-03. Trading begins 2025-01-03 10:00 UTC with pairs including BIO/USDT, BIO/BNB, BIO/FDUSD, and BIO/TRY. Total rewards are 99.6 million BIO (3% of supply). KYC is required for participation.
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https://www.binance.com/en/support/announcement/f4717985d5d549c8adf284ef4fbd9107
🔔 MicroStrategy's Bitcoin Buying Outpaces Peak Levels of the 2021 Bull Market !
MicroStrategy’s recent Bitcoin purchases have surpassed its 2021 bull market records. The company bought 27,200 BTC on Nov. 10, 51,780 BTC on Nov. 17, and a record 55,500 BTC on Nov. 24 at $97,000 each. This far exceeds its largest 2020-2021 purchase of 29,646 BTC. MicroStrategy's Bitcoin strategy continues to inspire institutional interest and liquidity in the market.
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https://saylortracker.com/
🔔 Hex Founder Richard Heart Faces Interpol 'Red Notice' Alert !
Interpol has issued a Red Notice for Hex founder Richard Schueler, aka Richard Heart, over alleged tax fraud and assault. Finnish authorities claim he evaded taxes from 2020–2024 and assaulted a minor. A remand order was issued on Sept. 13, 2023.
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https://www.interpol.int/en/How-we-work/Notices/Red-Notices/View-Red-Notices#2024-65212
🔔 Google to Mandate FCA Registration for Crypto Ads Targeting UK Audience !
Starting Jan. 15, 2025, Google will allow crypto exchange and wallet ads in the UK only if advertisers register with the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). Hardware wallet ads are permitted if they avoid offering buying, selling, or trading services. Advertisers must comply with local laws globally.
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https://support.google.com/adspolicy/answer/15709802
⚡️ News Flash - 20 Dec 2024 !
1️⃣ SEC Greenlights First Spot Bitcoin and Ethereum Combo ETFs from Hashdex and Franklin Templeton
The U.S. SEC has approved the listing of Hashdex Nasdaq Crypto Index US ETF and Franklin Crypto Index ETF, both holding spot bitcoin and ether with an 80/20 split. The ETFs are set to launch in January.
2️⃣ Ethereum Layer 2 Networks Control $13.5B in Stablecoin Reserves
Stablecoins on Ethereum layer-2 networks hit a new all-time high, with Ethereum holding $13.5 billion worth of stablecoins as of Dec. 20. The total stablecoin supply across all blockchains surpassed $205 billion, driven by Tether (USDT), USD Coin (USDC), and Ethena's USDe.
3️⃣ Bankrupt Cryptopia Exchange Allocates $225M to Hack Victims
Cryptopia's liquidators began distributing $225 million to over 10,000 users affected by a 2019 hack. The payouts, starting on Dec. 20, include Bitcoin and Dogecoin, marking a key step in the exchange's liquidation process.
4️⃣ El Salvador Purchases 11 BTC Just One Day After Reaching Agreement with IMF
El Salvador bought $1 million in Bitcoin on Dec. 19, increasing its holdings to 5,980.77 BTC. This follows a $1.4 billion deal with the IMF, which requires limiting government Bitcoin activities, but the country plans to continue purchasing more Bitcoin.
5️⃣ Rumble Secures $775 Million Strategic Investment from Tether
Rumble (NASDAQ: RUM) secured a $775 million investment from Tether (USDT), using $250 million for growth and the rest for a share buyback. Tether’s investment aligns with both companies' values of decentralization and free speech. The deal is set to close in Q1 2025.
🔔 Cryptocurrency Market Sees $680 Million Liquidated in the Past 12 Hours !
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🔔 Japan's Metaplanet Secures $61 Million in Bond Funding to Expand Bitcoin Holdings !
Japanese firm Metaplanet Inc. raised 9.5 billion yen ($60.6M) via bonds to accelerate Bitcoin purchases planned for 2025 into this year. The Tokyo-listed company holds 1,142 BTC (~$110M) as part of its treasury strategy.
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https://x.com/Metaplanet_JP/status/1869922805695033605
🔔 FOMO To Be Listed On Mexc, Gate, Bitpanda, Kucoin & Raydium !
FOMO has announced the initial listing of its native token, $FOMO, on Mexc, Gate, Bitpanda, Kucoin and Raydium on December 20, 2024. The project recently concluded its IDO on platforms including GameFi, AiPad, BSCPad, GameZone, ChainGPT Pad, and DexCheck Pad. With a public price of $0.00025, a total supply of 100 billion $FOMO, an initial market cap of $2,087,500, and a fully diluted valuation (FDV) of $25 million, FOMO is set to make its mark in the blockchain space.
FOMO, an AI-driven multi-chain token launcher, debuted on Solana with plans for cross-chain expansion. Each token includes an AI agent with decentralized features, and token holders can enhance its LLM using the native token.
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https://x.com/GameFi_Official/status/1869426004353265860
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🔔 Unmarshal Announces Partnership With LinqAI !
Unmarshal has partnered with LinqAI, an AI solutions provider, to combine advanced data infrastructure with cutting-edge AI tools. This collaboration aims to enhance data accessibility and provide smarter, scalable solutions for businesses and Web3 projects, driving efficiency and transparency in a decentralized future.
Unmarshal AI is a multi-chain Web 3.0 data network combining AI and decentralized tech to deliver real-time data for dApps, DeFi, NFTs, and GameFi across major blockchains.
LinqAI creates AI tools to automate routine tasks, boosting efficiency and enabling employees to focus on creative work, bridging traditional and Web3 sectors.
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https://x.com/UnmarshalAI/status/1868937340607242349
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⚡️ News Flash - 18 Dec 2024 !
1️⃣ Europol Confiscates $26 Million in Cryptocurrency from 9 Drug Traffickers
Europol dismantled a crypto-linked drug network, seizing €27M in assets and arresting nine, exposing UAE-managed crime services.
2️⃣ Plume Network Raises $20M for Tokenization Platform
Plume Network raised $20M to advance its tokenization ecosystem, enabling real-world assets as loan collateral. Highlights include a "Mineral Vault" for exposure to natural resource production.
3️⃣ Cristiano Ronaldo Partners with Binance to Launch Football Skills Collectibles
Binance and Cristiano Ronaldo launch "ForeverSkills," a digital collectible series that lets fans engage with Ronaldo's iconic skills and immerse themselves in the sport.
4️⃣ Fed Reduces Rates by 25 Basis Points, Bitcoin Falls Below $101K Amid Hawkish Signals
The U.S. Federal Reserve cut rates by 25 basis points to 4.25%-4.50%, with projections suggesting further cuts by 2025. Bitcoin dropped below $101K amid tightening financial conditions. Powell expects inflation to reach 2% in 1-2 years.
5️⃣ Judge Refuses to Block Coinbase from Delisting wBTC Amid Justin Sun Allegations
A judge sided with Coinbase, rejecting BiT Global's request to block the delisting of Wrapped Bitcoin (wBTC). BiT Global failed to prove immediate harm, and Coinbase's suspension of wBTC trading will proceed as planned on Dec. 19.
🔔 JUST IN: U.S. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell States the Fed is "Not Permitted to Own Bitcoin" !
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🔔 EarnM Announces Listing On Bitget, Gate, Mexc & Uniswap !
EARNM has announced the initial listing of its native token, $EARNM, on Bitget, Gate, MEXC, and Uniswap on 19 Dec, 2024. Following its IDO on platforms like ChainGPT Pad and Ordify at a price of $0.01 per token, $EARNM has a total supply of 5 billion tokens.
$EARNM is a deflationary mobile rewards currency that utilizes the Fractal Box Protocol to turn smartphones into "EarnPhones." Developed by Mode Mobile, a prominent play-to-earn platform, the ecosystem has distributed over 17 million Web3 Mystery Box Assets and generated more than $250 million in earnings and savings for millions of users.
▶️ Check More Details Here:
https://x.com/EARNMrewards/status/1869296080510484633
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🔔 Bitcoin Spot ETFs Record $494M Inflow in a Day, Ethereum ETFs Add $145M !
Bitcoin spot ETFs saw $494M inflows on Dec. 17, with BlackRock's IBIT adding $741M. Ethereum ETFs gained $145M, with ETHA contributing $135M, continuing streaks of 14 and 17 days, respectively.
▶️ Check More Details Here:
▪️ https://sosovalue.com/assets/etf
▪️ https://sosovalue.com/assets/etf/us-eth-spot
🔔 Investor Loses $10,000 in Seconds on Pengu Token Trading, While Another Turns $6 into $87,000 !
Onchain data reveals a trader attempting to profit from the PENGU Token Trading, lost $10,000 in seconds due to a decentralized exchange quirk, receiving only 78 PENGU tokens worth under $3. Meanwhile, another user capitalized by creating a small PENGU-SOL liquidity pool before the main launch, earning $87,000 in profits as others traded at unfavorable rates.
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▪️ https://x.com/bx1core/status/1869012514551611662
▪️ https://x.com/arkham/status/1869098862306082983