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13 Jan 2023 08:05

Crypto Traders Are Already Placing Bets on Ethereum’s 'Shanghai Hard Fork'
https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2023/01/13/crypto-traders-are-already-placing-bets-on-ethereums-shanghai-hard-fork/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=rss&utm_campaign=headlines

The Ethereum blockchain's "Merge" last year turned into a focus of frenzied speculation in crypto markets. Now digital-asset traders are starting to handicap various market scenarios ahead of Ethereum's next big milestone.

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13 Jan 2023 00:51

Bored Ape Collections Pump Ahead of Upcoming Sewer Pass NFT Mint
https://www.coindesk.com/web3/2023/01/12/bored-ape-collections-pump-ahead-of-upcoming-sewer-pass-nft-mint/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=rss&utm_campaign=headlines

Yuga’s upcoming mint is free to holders of Bored Apes or Mutant Apes, pushing both collections to top spots on OpenSea on Thursday.

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12 Jan 2023 23:36

Sam Bankman-Fried Denies Stealing FTX Funds in New Online Post
https://www.coindesk.com/business/2023/01/12/sam-bankman-fried-denies-stealing-funds-in-new-online-post/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=rss&utm_campaign=headlines

The former FTX CEO blamed the exchange's collapse on the crypto market meltdown, Alameda’s poor hedging and a "targeted attack" by Binance.

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12 Jan 2023 23:34

Bitcoin Pushes Above $19K for First Time Since FTX Collapse
https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2023/01/12/bitcoin-pushes-near-19k-for-first-time-since-ftx-collapse/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=rss&utm_campaign=headlines

Crypto-related stocks are making even larger gains as the early-year rally in the sector continues.

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12 Jan 2023 23:04

One Of America’s Largest Hemp Processors Makes Entry Into Sustainable Bitcoin Mining
https://bitcoinmagazine.com/business/us-largest-hemp-processor-enters-bitcoin-mining

A new direction towards sustainable energy projects has been led with an investment into a Costa Rican bitcoin mining operation.

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12 Jan 2023 20:46

Remembering Hal Finney on the 14th Anniversary of the First Bitcoin Transaction
https://www.coindesk.com/consensus-magazine/2023/01/12/remembering-hal-finney-on-the-14th-anniversary-of-the-first-bitcoin-transaction/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=rss&utm_campaign=headlines

The legendary cypherpunk was the first to download, receive and walk away from Bitcoin.

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12 Jan 2023 20:07

Bitcoin 2023: Build Back Bitcoin
https://bitcoinmagazine.com/culture/bitcoin-2023-conference-will-build-back

With every bear market, we can build Bitcoin back stronger than ever. The Bitcoin 2023 conference will be our next chance to do so.

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12 Jan 2023 20:00

Bitcoin Dips With Stocks After US Report of 6.5% CPI Inflation
https://www.coindesk.com/business/2023/01/12/us-inflation-rate-slows-to-65-in-december-inline-with-estimates/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=rss&utm_campaign=headlines

Bitcoin is gaining/falling on the news ...

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12 Jan 2023 15:36

Crypto Brokerage Blockchain.com Lays Off 28% of Workforce as Industry's Cruel Winter Continues
https://www.coindesk.com/business/2023/01/12/crypto-brokerage-blockchaincom-lays-off-28-of-workforce-as-industrys-cruel-winter-continues/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=rss&utm_campaign=headlines

The company is shedding 110 staffers in a bloody week of layoffs across the crypto sector.

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12 Jan 2023 15:34

Ether Hits Two-Month High Ahead of US CPI; Market Breadth Remains Weak
https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2023/01/12/ether-hits-two-month-high-ahead-of-us-cpi-market-breadth-remains-weak/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=rss&utm_campaign=headlines

Ether rose above $1,400, topping the 200-day moving average for the first time since Nov. 5.

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12 Jan 2023 14:58

This Year, Bitcoiners Should Quit Their Twitter Addictions
https://bitcoinmagazine.com/culture/quit-your-bitcoin-twitter-addiction

Bitcoin Twitter is a strong and vibrant community, but members should make sure they are in control of the energy they spend there.

Bitcoin channel

12 Jan 2023 12:16

Alkimiya Raises $7.2M Funding Round to Grow Cash Flow Hedging Protocol for Miners, Stakers
https://www.coindesk.com/business/2023/01/12/alkimiya-raises-72m-funding-round-to-grow-cash-flow-hedging-protocol-for-miners-stakers/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=rss&utm_campaign=headlines

Alkimiya, a a decentralized capital markets protocol has raised $7.2 million in funding as it seeks to attract miners and stakers wishing to hedge their cash flow as they attempt to navigate the digital asset bear market.

Bitcoin channel

12 Jan 2023 09:43

Cathie Wood's ARK Adds Nearly $3.3M Shares of Coinbase
https://www.coindesk.com/business/2023/01/12/cathie-woods-ark-adds-nearly-33m-shares-of-coinbase/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=rss&utm_campaign=headlines

The second purchase of Coinbase’s shares in a week comes as the exchange continues a week-long rally.

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12 Jan 2023 05:06

First Mover Asia: The Next Avraham Eisenberg Isn’t Going to Be a ChatGPT Powered ‘Script Kiddie’
https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2023/01/12/first-mover-asia-the-next-avraham-eisenberg-isnt-going-to-be-a-chatgpt-powered-script-kiddie/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=rss&utm_campaign=headlines

Bitcoin channel

12 Jan 2023 01:55

Coinbase Junk Bonds Further Downgraded by S&P on Weak Profitability, Regulatory Risks
https://www.coindesk.com/business/2023/01/11/coinbase-junk-bonds-further-downgraded-by-sp-on-weak-profitability-regulatory-risks/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=rss&utm_campaign=headlines

The agency lowered Coinbase’s credit rating from BB to BB-, a further step away from investment grade.

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13 Jan 2023 05:24

First Mover Asia: What's Next for Bitcoin After Biggest One-Day Price Pop in 2 Months?
https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2023/01/13/first-mover-asia-whats-next-for-bitcoin-after-biggest-one-day-price-pop-in-2-months/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=rss&utm_campaign=headlines

Plus: Shaurya Malwa writes that security firms are predicting that blockchain bridges can avoid some of the carnage of 2022 this year by security features built during the bear market.

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12 Jan 2023 23:37

US House Republicans to Set Up Crypto Committee to Oversee Shaky Industry: Report
https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2023/01/12/us-house-republicans-to-set-up-crypto-committee-to-oversee-shaky-industry-report/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=rss&utm_campaign=headlines

The new subcommittee on digital assets, financial technology and inclusion will be chaired by Rep. French Hill (R-Ark.)

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12 Jan 2023 23:35

Crypto Lender Nexo Targeted in Bulgaria Probe Into Alleged Money Laundering, Tax Violations
https://www.coindesk.com/business/2023/01/12/nexo-subject-to-investigation-in-bulgaria-over-alleged-money-laundering-tax-offenses/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=rss&utm_campaign=headlines

Authorities say they have evidence a Nexo user has been officially declared a terrorist financer.

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12 Jan 2023 23:33

Sam Bankman-Fried Blogs Like a Crypto Robin Hood, but in Court He's Not So Charitable
https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2023/01/12/sam-bankman-fried-blogs-like-a-robin-hood-but-in-court-hes-not-so-charitable/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=rss&utm_campaign=headlines

The FTX founder’s claimed largesse about giving his funds away contrasts with a legal battle to keep control of $450 million in shares – that were paid for a loan from Bankman-Fried’s Alameda Research

Bitcoin channel

12 Jan 2023 21:54

Samsung Asset Management To Launch Bitcoin ETF In Hong Kong: Report
https://bitcoinmagazine.com/markets/samsung-launches-bitcoin-etf-hong-kong

The Samsung Bitcoin Futures Active ETF will launch on Jan. 13, giving Hong Kong investors a mainstream avenue for indirect BTC price exposure.

Bitcoin channel

12 Jan 2023 20:45

Crypto Market Maker CyberX Gets $15M From Foresight Ventures
https://www.coindesk.com/business/2023/01/12/crypto-market-maker-cyberx-gets-15m-from-foresight-ventures/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=rss&utm_campaign=headlines

Venture capital firm Foresight Ventures backed the liquidity provider.

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12 Jan 2023 20:05

Dispatch From Guatemala's Bitcoin Lake, A Bitcoin Community Built On Grassroots Adoption
https://bitcoinmagazine.com/culture/dispatch-from-guatemala-bitcoin-lake

Just a few hundred miles from El Salvador, Guatemala’s Bitcoin Lake contrasts state-led Bitcoin adoption with a promising grassroots model.

Bitcoin channel

12 Jan 2023 18:20

Tribeca Film Festival Will Sell VIP Passes as NFTs
https://www.coindesk.com/web3/2023/01/12/tribeca-film-festival-will-sell-vip-passes-as-nfts/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=rss&utm_campaign=headlines

In partnership with crypto exchange OKX, the passes will include special access to screenings, parties, and other perks.

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12 Jan 2023 15:35

Short Traders Suffer $200M in Losses as Ether, Cardano Lead Crypto Majors' Gains
https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2023/01/12/short-traders-suffer-200m-in-losses-as-ether-cardano-lead-crypto-majors-gains/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=rss&utm_campaign=headlines

Crypto market capitalization has increased some 3.5% in the past 24 hours.

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12 Jan 2023 15:33

FTX Loan Wiped Out $800M in BlockFi Executives’ Equity, Filings Reveal
https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2023/01/12/ftx-loan-wiped-out-800m-in-blockfi-executives-equity-filings-reveal/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=rss&utm_campaign=headlines

The crypto lender released extensive details of its finances in the run-up to its collapse in November.

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12 Jan 2023 12:18

Crypto Exchange Zipmex Faces Probe From Thai Securities Regulator: Bloomberg
https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2023/01/11/crypto-exchange-zipmex-faces-probe-from-thai-securities-regulator-bloomberg/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=rss&utm_campaign=headlines

The regulator is investigating if Zipmex was operating as a digital asset fund manager without permission.

Bitcoin channel

12 Jan 2023 09:44

Number of Staked ETH Passes 16M
https://www.coindesk.com/tech/2023/01/12/number-of-staked-eth-passes-16m/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=rss&utm_campaign=headlines

The $22.38 billion worth of staked ETH will be impossible to withdraw until Ethereum’s next big upgrade.

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12 Jan 2023 07:46

CFTC Calls for Default Judgement Against Ooki DAO in Ongoing Lawsuit
https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2023/01/12/cftc-calls-for-default-judgement-against-ooki-dao-in-ongoing-lawsuit/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=rss&utm_campaign=headlines

A judge ruled last month that the agency had properly served the DAO after two token holders were served with the lawsuit.

Bitcoin channel

12 Jan 2023 05:05

Yuga Labs Announces Skill-Based NFT Mint
https://www.coindesk.com/web3/2023/01/12/yuga-labs-announces-skill-based-nft-mint/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=rss&utm_campaign=headlines

The gamified expansion of its Bored Ape ecosystem involves minting a free Sewer Pass NFT to play a game called Dookey Dash.

Bitcoin channel

11 Jan 2023 23:45

Crypto Markets Today: FTX Finds $5B, Bitcoin Extends Rally
https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2023/01/11/crypto-markets-today-ftx-finds-5b-bitcoin-extends-rally/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=rss&utm_campaign=headlines

ALSO: Bitcoin tops $17,500 for the first time in almost a month, while ether held strong above $1,300. Equities closed higher.