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🔔 Texas Gold-Backed Coin Designed to Boost Bitcoin Adoption, Says Lawmaker !
Texas lawmaker Cody Harris supports a proposed gold-backed digital currency as a safe entry point to crypto, helping skeptics transition to decentralized assets like Bitcoin.
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https://cointelegraph.com/news/texas-gold-coin-bitcoin-adoption-cody-harris
🔔 Bitcoin and Solana Set New All-Time Highs: BTC at $99,000, SOL at $260 !
Bitcoin (BTC) hit a new all-time high, surpassing $99,000 with a 4.40% 24-hour gain, while Solana (SOL) reached $260, up 12.11%. Solana's milestone comes 1,100 days after its last peak of $259.9 in November 2021, signaling strong momentum in the crypto market.
🔔 Sui Network Faces Outage: Block Production Halted for Over an Hour !
The Sui network has reportedly been down for over an hour, halting block production since 09:15 UTC, according to Suivision and Suiscan. Community members cited validator issues, and the team is investigating the outage.
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https://suivision.xyz/
🔔 Bitcoin Surpasses $97,500, Made New All Time High $97,899 !
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🔔 FTX Co-Founder Zixiao "Gary" Wang Receives Sentence of Time Served !
FTX co-founder Gary Wang was sentenced to time served, probation, and asset forfeiture on Nov. 20, concluding executive sentences in the exchange's 2022 collapse. Judge Lewis Kaplan cited Wang's cooperation, similar to Nishad Singh, while other key figures like Sam Bankman-Fried received harsher penalties.
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https://www.reuters.com/legal/bankman-frieds-ex-deputy-wang-avoids-prison-time-over-crypto-fraud-2024-11-20/
🔔 Cyvers Introduces Institutional Crypto Security Tool to Address $4B Vulnerability !
Cyvers and Station70 launched Secure Signers to tackle $4B in crypto vulnerabilities and boost institutional trust. The solution addresses rising hacks, including $54M on BTCTurk, aiming to protect transfers and attract TradFi firms.
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https://x.com/CyversAlerts/status/1858872862469435493
⚡️ News Flash - 19 Nov 2024 !
1️⃣ Paxos Acquires Membrane Finance to Boost EU Stablecoin Growth
Paxos will acquire Finnish EMI Membrane Finance, securing EU market access via its regulatory license and adding EUROe and eUSD stablecoins to its portfolio.
2️⃣ NBA Star Shaq Settles NFT Promotion Lawsuit for $11 Million
Shaquille O’Neal will pay $11 million to settle a class action suit over promoting Astrals NFTs, deemed unregistered securities. Plaintiffs accused him of using his celebrity to endorse the Solana-based NFTs and “Galaxy” token, then abandoning the project during the 2022 crypto downturn.
3️⃣ Bitcoin Reaches $94,000 All-Time High as ETF Options Launch
Bitcoin hit a record $94,000 as spot ETF options launched, attracting institutions with increased trading flexibility. BlackRock's IBIT saw strong demand, mostly bullish call options.
4️⃣ Coinbase to Delist wBTC Amid Justin Sun's Influence and Launch of Rival Wrapped Bitcoin Token
Coinbase will suspend trading of wrapped Bitcoin (wBTC) on December 19, 2024, following a review of its listing standards. Users can still withdraw wBTC after delisting. This follows Justin Sun’s increased influence over wBTC through a deal between BitGo and BiTGlobal.
5️⃣ BlackRock Increases Bitcoin Holdings by $34.9 Million
BlackRock has increased its Bitcoin holdings by $34.9 million, bringing the total value of its Bitcoin assets to $43.6 billion.
🔔 A16z-Backed Forta Introduces Firewall to Mitigate Smart Contract Exploits !
Forta, backed by a16z and Coinbase Ventures, launched Firewall to block malicious on-chain transactions and prevent smart contract exploits. It builds on Forta’s tools, already used by 40+ DeFi platforms, addressing rising crypto security concerns as losses hit $1.4B this year.
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https://x.com/FortaNetwork/status/1858894855184712191
🔔 Russia Proposes 15% Tax on Income from Crypto Trading and Mining: Report !
Russia has approved draft amendments to tax crypto income and mining, classifying cryptocurrencies as property for tax purposes. Mining income will be taxed based on market value at receipt, with expenses deductible. Crypto transactions are exempt from VAT, and trading income will face up to 15% tax. Mining operators must report user data, and a power limit of 6,000 kWh/month applies to unregistered individuals mining bitcoin.
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https://interfax.com/newsroom/top-stories/107828/
🔔 Options trading on spot Bitcoin ETFs expected to launch soon as OCC readies clearance !
The Options Clearing Corporation (OCC) announced plans to clear options for spot Bitcoin ETFs, following a CFTC advisory affirming SEC jurisdiction over such products. Nasdaq is reportedly ready to list these options, potentially as soon as tomorrow, according to its head of ETP Listings. Bloomberg analysts suggest the process is now a matter of timing, not approval.
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https://x.com/EricBalchunas/status/1858546504354476240
🔔 Japan's Metaplanet issues $11.3M bond to expand bitcoin holdings !
Japanese investment firm Metaplanet Inc. issued $11.3M in bonds at a 0.36% interest rate to buy more Bitcoin. Already holding 1,018 BTC (~$93.5M), it is among Asia's top corporate Bitcoin holders. CEO Simon Gerovich signaled continued acquisitions.
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https://x.com/gerovich/status/1858353145900122196
🔔 Polymarket Bettors Back Lutnick for Treasury Secretary Following Musk Endorsement !
President-elect Trump’s Treasury Secretary race narrows to Scott Bessent and Bitcoin advocate Howard Lutnick. Lutnick leads Polymarket odds at 49% following Elon Musk’s endorsement, while Bessent, praised by Trump, holds 45%. Crypto leaders are lobbying heavily for Lutnick.
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https://www.theblock.co/post/326965/polymarket-bettors-see-lutnick-as-treasury-secretary-favorite-after-musk-endorsement
🔔 Polymarket Whale Loses $3.6M Tyson Bet After Trump Win Nets $11M !
Polymarket whale "zxgngl" lost $3.6M betting on Mike Tyson to beat Jake Paul, who won decisively. This loss erased a third of their $11M profit from Trump’s re-election bet. Despite the setback, they remain Polymarket’s fourth-highest earner.
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https://polymarket.com/profile/0xd235973291b2b75ff4070e9c0b01728c520b0f29
🔔 Bitcoin ETF Options Gain Momentum with CFTC Clearance !
The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has cleared the way for spot Bitcoin ETF options, signaling potential imminent listings. Analysts anticipate a quick rollout, as the CFTC stated it has no further role in clearing these options.
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https://x.com/EricBalchunas/status/1857589224238674207
🔔 Ethereum ETFs See Record Weekly Trading Volume Since Launch !
Spot Ethereum ETFs have seen a surge in trading volume, hitting $1.63 billion last week, their highest since August. Daily volume spiked to $326 million, up from a mid-August to October average of $168 million.
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https://www.theblock.co/post/325565/ethereum-etfs-record-highest-weekly-trading-volume-since-launch
🔔 UK to Introduce Crypto Regulations Covering Stablecoins and Staking Services !
The U.K. will introduce comprehensive crypto regulations in early 2025, covering cryptocurrencies, stablecoins, and staking. A proposed bill also seeks to designate crypto assets like Bitcoin and NFTs as “personal property.”
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https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-11-21/uk-to-unveil-long-awaited-crypto-stablecoin-rules-early-in-2025
🔔 BREAKING: SEC Chair Gary Gensler Expected to Step Down on January 20 !
SEC Chair Gary Gensler plans to step down on January 20, 2025. During his tenure, he advanced reforms in Treasury market clearing, executive pay transparency, and investor protections in crypto markets.
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https://www.sec.gov/news/press-releases/2024-182
🔔 South Korea Attributes $50M Upbit Hack to North Korea !
South Korean authorities confirmed that North Korean hacker groups Lazarus and Andariel carried out the $50 million Upbit crypto hack in 2019, stealing 342,000 ETH. With Ethereum's recent price surge, the stolen amount now exceeds $1 billion.
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https://www.police.go.kr/user/bbs/BD_selectBbs.do?q_bbsCode=1002&q_bbscttSn=20241121131429670&q_tab=&q_searchKeyTy=&q_searchVal=&q_rowPerPage=10&q_currPage=1&q_sortName=&q_sortOrder=&
⚡️ News Flash - 20 Nov 2024 !
1️⃣ SEC Allocates $4.6M to BitClave Investors
The SEC has begun distributing $4.6 million to investors from BitClave’s 2017 ICO after the company settled a lawsuit for securities violations. BitClave forfeited $29 million, but questions remain about the remaining $7.4 million in the fund.
2️⃣ Shanghai Judge Rules Cryptocurrency as a Commodity, Legal to Own
A Shanghai court ruled that while individuals can hold virtual currencies, commercial entities cannot issue tokens or engage in crypto investments. The case involved a dispute over a failed cryptocurrency project, with the court ordering a partial refund.
3️⃣ Crypto Wallet Phantom Surpasses WhatsApp and Instagram Among Top Free iPhone Apps
On November 20, Phantom crypto wallet app ranked ninth among free iPhone apps and second in utility apps, behind Google. It surpassed WhatsApp and Instagram in the rankings.
4️⃣ Trump’s Team Exploring New White House Role for Crypto Policy, Says Bloomberg
President-elect Trump's team is considering a new White House position focused on crypto policy. The role, still undefined, may be a senior staff position or "crypto czar." Trump had previously voiced strong support for crypto during his campaign.
5️⃣ Teenager Profits $30,000 from Rugging Meme Coin, Faces Backlash from Investors
A teen creator of the Solana meme coin GenZ Quant (QUANT) rug-pulled holders after making $30,000. The token then surged to an $85 million market cap, turning his $30,000 into $4 million—a major missed opportunity. Crypto Twitter swiftly reacted to the stunt.
🔔 Archax to Offer Tokenized Money Market Funds from State Street, Fidelity, and LGIM !
Archax, a U.K.-regulated crypto exchange, now offers tokenized money market funds from State Street, Fidelity, and LGIM on Hedera, XRPL, and Arbitrum. CEO Graham Rodford highlighted tokenization's growing momentum and liquidity benefits. The firm also plans to acquire Spanish broker King & Shaxson, pending approval.
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https://x.com/Grodfather/status/1859147051457495321
🔔 JUST IN: Bitcoin Reaches Record High, Surpassing $93,500 !
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🔔 Vitalik.eth Bridges 32 ETH to Base and Mints 400 Patron NFTs !
The "vitalik.eth" address bridged 32 ETH to Base and minted 400 Patron NFTs. These NFTs are tied to Infinex, a decentralized trading platform by Synthetix, which previously raised $65.3M through Patron NFT sales.
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https://x.com/PeckShieldAlert/status/1858827304321118527
⚡️ News Flash - 18 Nov 2024 !
1️⃣ Heather "Razzlekhan" Morgan Sentenced to 18 Months for Bitfinex Hack Money Laundering
Heather Morgan, aka "Razzlekhan," was sentenced to 18 months in prison for laundering funds from the 2016 Bitfinex hack. Her husband, Ilya Lichtenstein, who executed the theft of 120,000 BTC, received five years. The couple laundered up to 20% of the stolen Bitcoin.
2️⃣ Goldman Sachs Plans to Spin Off Digital Assets Unit Within 12-18 Months: Bloomberg
Goldman Sachs plans to spin off its digital-assets platform into a new company within 18 months, partnering with Tradeweb to develop blockchain-based financial tools and resume Bitcoin-backed lending.
3️⃣ MicroStrategy Acquires Additional 51,780 BTC for $4.6 Billion
MicroStrategy has acquired 51,780 Bitcoin for $4.6 billion, bringing its total holdings to 331,200 BTC, now valued at $29.65 billion, nearly double the $16.5 billion acquisition cost.
4️⃣ Semler Scientific Increases Bitcoin Holdings by 215 BTC, Totaling 1,273 BTC
Semler Scientific (SMLR) increased its Bitcoin holdings to 1,273 BTC, worth about $114 million. The company purchased 215 BTC for $17.7 million at an average price of $82,502. Semler's "Bitcoin Yield" has reached 37.3% since adopting its bitcoin strategy in Q2 2024.
5️⃣ Donald Trump's Social Media Group in Talks to Acquire Crypto Trading Platform
Trump Media and Technology Group (TMTG) is in talks to acquire crypto platform Bakkt in an all-share deal. The acquisition would expand TMTG’s presence in the crypto market. Bakkt, valued at $150 million, has struggled with profitability but plans to focus on institutional trading.
🔔 MARA plans $700M convertible notes sale to increase bitcoin holdings !
MARA Holdings announced a $700M private offering of convertible senior notes due 2030. Proceeds will repurchase 2026 notes and fund Bitcoin acquisitions, with interest starting in 2025. An extra $105M option is available to initial buyers.
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https://ir.mara.com/news-events/press-releases/detail/1377/mara-holdings-inc-announces-proposed-private-offering-of-700-million-of-convertible-senior-notes
🔔 CAT Token Launches on Solana, BONK holders receives early access !
CAT, the Simon’s Cat memecoin, expands to Solana with BONK holders receiving early access. A vault for discounted CAT tokens exceeded its $100K target, reaching $240K in deposits.
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https://x.com/LiveBonk/status/1858149777889734905
🔔 BitMEX Flags Concerns Over MicroStrategy's 'Infinite Money Glitch !
BitMEX Research highlighted MicroStrategy’s financial situation, noting its $4.25 billion in debt, $43 billion stock valuation, and $17 billion in Bitcoin holdings. While its stock trades at a premium due to an “infinite money glitch” concept, they warn this anomaly won't persist indefinitely.
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https://blog.bitmex.com/microstrategy-bonds-can-mstr-get-liquidated/
🔔 Thala Recovers $25.5M After Security Breach in Aptos Ecosystem !
Thala, a DeFi project on Aptos, faced a $25.5M exploit on Nov. 15 due to a contract flaw. A $300K bounty secured full recovery, and users will be fully reimbursed. The protocol is under re-audit, with unaffected modules remaining active.
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https://x.com/ThalaLabs/status/1857703541089120541
🔔 Floki Surges After Coinbase Announces Listing Plans !
Ethereum-based meme coin Floki (FLOKI) surged 21% to a five-month high of $0.00027 after Coinbase added it to its listing roadmap. Floki is up 16% in 24 hours and has nearly doubled over the past week, despite broader crypto market corrections.
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https://x.com/CoinbaseAssets/status/1856773911842566512
🔔 Hong Kong Issues Warning to Crypto Firms Misusing 'Bank' Label !
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) warned against overseas crypto firms misusing the term "bank" to mislead consumers. It noted that two firms falsely claimed to be banks or offered a "bank card," potentially violating Hong Kong’s Banking Ordinance. The HKMA urged vigilance to avoid confusion with licensed banks.
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https://www.hkma.gov.hk/eng/news-and-media/press-releases/2024/11/20241115-3/