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U.S. senators have introduced legislation to empower the Secret Service to combat cybercrimes involving digital assets. This legislation addresses the growing use of cryptocurrencies for illicit activities and mandates the Government Accountability Office to evaluate law enforcement’s effectiveness in tackling money laundering in cyber crimes. New Bill Targets Cybercrime and Money Laundering with Digital Assets […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/new-senate-bill-empowers-us-secret-service-to-combat-digital-asset-cybercrimes/
This piece is a guest post by Blocmates. Blocmates is an invaluable crypto news and educational resource that offers clarity in the often complicated and jargon-filled crypto space. In this article, writer Ollie of Blocmates delves into the rise of Solana celebrity memecoins. With memecoins being one of the most consistently active sectors of crypto, […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/an-analysis-of-solanas-celebrity-memecoin-invasion/
Amber Group has criticized ZKX protocol’s abrupt decision to cease operations, stating that it sets a concerning precedent. Hashkey Capital, another market participant, has also expressed dissatisfaction with ZKX’s lack of transparency and accountability. ZKX founder Eduard Jubany Tur identified limited user engagement and low trading volumes as factors that ultimately impacted the protocol’s financial […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/zkx-shutdown-amber-group-slams-the-protocols-lack-of-transparency/
The price of bitcoin (BTC) fell below the $59,000 threshold on Sunday, hitting a low of $58,080 per unit. Over the past 24 hours, bitcoin’s value has decreased by 3.5% against the U.S. dollar, and it has dropped 13% over the week. Bitcoin Slides Below $59K At 1:24 p.m. EDT on Sunday, bitcoin dropped to […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/market-mayhem-bitcoin-crashes-below-59k-223m-in-liquidations-as-south-koreas-premium-spikes/
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) will reintroduce a foreign exchange auction system as part of efforts to ease pressure on the local currency. The CBN has called on authorized dealer banks to share their respective lists of outstanding forex demand by end users. Auction System Aims to Mitigate Impact of Dollar Shortage on Exchange […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/nigeria-acts-to-stabilize-currency-with-forex-auction/
In July, numerous dormant bitcoin wallets, established in 2017, showed substantial activity. This trend continues into August, with 467.63 BTC spent so far, amounting to approximately $28.2 million. Millions on the Move: What’s Behind the Reawakening of 2017 Bitcoin Wallets? Last month, sleeping bitcoin wallets from 2017 moved about 1,636.94 BTC through 23 distinct transactions. […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/several-2017-wallets-reactivate-in-august-28-2-million-in-bitcoin-on-the-move/
A center aiming to drive blockchain innovation and establish Abu Dhabi as a hub for top global events and workshops, connecting industry leaders, has officially opened. Additionally, the blockchain center will incorporate a venture capital arm to support and invest in Web3 startups. Center to Serve as Platform for Launching Latest Blockchain Technology Apps A […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/abu-dhabi-unveils-blockchain-center-to-drive-blockchain-innovation/
We listen to talk after talk about crypto finally achieving asset-class legitimacy, but truly speaking, the encroachment of Wall Street giants into the blockchain space is a double-edged sword. The following is an opinion editorial written by Karel Kubat, Founder of Union Labs. As blockchain enthusiasts, we’ve long championed decentralization, transparency, and democratized access—the 2008 […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/blockchain-and-nation-state-infrastructure-why-bother/
Canza Finance has partnered with stablecoin issuer WSPN to provide secure and efficient financial solutions to users in Africa and other emerging markets. With the integration of WUSD into Canza Finance’s ecosystem, African users will be able to smoothly convert fiat currencies to the WUSD stablecoin. Boosting RWA and Defi Adoption Africa-focused fintech firm Canza […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/canza-finance-partners-with-stablecoin-issuer-to-bring-efficient-financial-solutions-to-africa/
Former U.S. President Donald Trump emphasized the importance of the U.S. leading in cryptocurrency, suggesting that the government could pay off its $35 trillion national debt with bitcoin. He described crypto as “a different form of currency” that is already “prominent” and “massive,” stating that “it’s going to end up benefiting the country.” Trump Advocates […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/trump-suggests-paying-off-35-trillion-national-debt-with-bitcoin-wants-us-to-be-leader-in-crypto/
The BRICS economic bloc is progressing towards a digital payment platform, Russia’s Federation Council Speaker Valentina Matviyenko has revealed. The initiative, named BRICS Bridge, aims to establish an independent financial system. This system could mitigate dependency on Western institutions, especially amid sanctions and Russia’s SWIFT disconnection. BRICS Moves Forward With Digital Payment Platform Initiative The […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/brics-advances-toward-independent-digital-payment-platform-russian-official-says/
JPMorgan, one of the largest investment banks, has predicted that silver prices will soar in 2025, led by different factors including an increase in demand from the expected monetary shifts and silver’s value as an inflation hedge. The price action, expected to reach $36 per ounce, will also be aided by supply constraints. JPMorgan Expects […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/jpmorgan-expects-silver-prices-to-soar-in-2025/
On Friday, U.S. spot ethereum exchange-traded funds (ETFs) faced $54.27 million in outflows, a stark contrast to Thursday’s net inflow of $26.7 million, as indicated by recent data. Meanwhile, Grayscale’s Ethereum Trust (ETHE) has seen a reduction of over $2 billion in ethereum since July 23. U.S. Ether ETFs Shed $54.27 Million on Friday The […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/grayscales-ethe-hemorrhages-2-billion-in-just-9-trading-days/
QCP Capital has reported a significant reversal in the crypto market, with bitcoin (BTC) prices retracing from recent highs. This shift comes amid an influx of bitcoin supply and worsening macroeconomic conditions. QCP Analysts Highlight Market Correction Driven by Bitcoin Supply Surge and Bearish Macro Sentiment In its recent market note, QCP Capital observed that […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/qcp-capital-bitcoin-price-drop-due-to-supply-surge-and-macroeconomic-woes/
WienerAI (WAI) has proven to be one of the biggest crypto projects of the summer, with investors flocking to the token as the presale draws to a close. With WAI raising over $9 million ahead of its initial DEX listings on Monday 5th August, excitement is building around this new AI meme coin. Last Chance […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/analysts-bullish-on-wienerai-as-it-crosses-9m-in-ico-2-days-ahead-of-dex-launch/
Economist and gold advocate Peter Schiff has warned investors that a sharp drop in bitcoin’s price could trigger mass bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) liquidations. “If so, brace for a Crypto Black Monday,” he cautioned. He believes that bitcoin has been in a major bear market for almost three years. Peter Schiff Warns of Sharp Decline […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/peter-schiff-warns-of-mass-bitcoin-etf-liquidations-and-crypto-black-monday/
Welcome to Latam Insights, a compendium of Latin America’s most relevant crypto and economic news during the last week. In this issue: El Salvador proposes using crypto as a tool to complete international settlements with Russia, Argentina registers its first bitcoin-funded company, and the Polymarket Venezuelan presidential election bet is still undecided. Russian Diplomat: El […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/latam-insights-el-salvador-proposes-using-crypto-for-international-settlements-first-bitcoin-funded-company-registered-in-argentina/
Despite recent positive economic indicators, investor and macroeconomics expert George Gammon foresees a hard landing for the U.S. economy. In an interview with Michelle Makori of Kitco News, Gammon pointed to several warning signs in the banking sector and the broader financial landscape. Banks See Economic Storm Clouds Ahead: George Gammon’s Warning Gammon explains that […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/macroeconomics-expert-predicts-hard-landing-for-us-economy/
U.S. Congressman Ro Khanna will host a meeting to help Vice President Kamala Harris improve her relationship with the cryptocurrency industry. This is the second event of its kind in two months to aid Harris’ campaign efforts amid the Biden administration’s tough stance on crypto assets. Meeting Arranged to Help Vice President Kamala Harris Mend […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/us-lawmaker-hosts-meeting-to-help-kamala-harris-gain-crypto-industry-support/
After peaking at 677 exahash per second (EH/s) on July 25, Bitcoin’s network hashrate declined to 629 EH/s as of Aug. 4. The recent uptick in Bitcoin’s mining difficulty, coupled with the subsequent drop in its price, has driven bitcoin mining revenue to record lows. Monthly Bitcoin Fee Revenue Drops 75%, Hashrate Slides 48 EH/s […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/historic-drop-in-bitcoin-revenue-leaves-miners-struggling/
The U.S. stock market experienced significant declines, and the crypto market fell by 5.82% following a disappointing jobs report, sparking concerns about a potential recession. Meanwhile, Coinbase reported $1.4 billion in Q2 revenue, highlighting growth and regulatory progress in the crypto sector. In Zambia, the central bank aims to enforce the kwacha as the sole […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/markets-in-freefall-coinbase-reports-great-q2-revenue-and-more-week-in-review/
Mercado Libre, a financial and e-commerce service company with its own cryptocurrency token, became the largest company in Latin America after announcing its financial results for Q2. Mercado Libre announced a net income of $531 million, significantly surpassing the expected $432 million. Other numbers were also positive, including a 36% growth in sales in Brazil, […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/crypto-friendly-mercado-libre-becomes-latams-largest-company/
This piece is a guest post by Blocmates. Blocmates is an invaluable crypto news and educational resource that offers clarity in the often complicated and jargon-filled crypto space. In this article, writer Gaz of Blocmates breaks down Megaeth, one of the hottest Layer 2s, including explaining the technical reasons why so many people are excited […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/megaeth-the-endgame-eth-scaling-solution/
India’s Enforcement Directorate (ED) has executed its inaugural raid in the Leh Ladakh region to investigate fraudulent cryptocurrency activities under the Public Money Laundering Act (PMLA). The operation targeted six locations across Leh in Ladakh, Jammu in J-K, and Sonipat in Haryana, focusing on A. R. Mir and his associates. Allegations suggest thousands of investors […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/indias-crypto-raid-uncovers-massive-fraud-in-ladakh/
Rich Dad Poor Dad author Robert Kiyosaki has declared that the stock market crash has arrived and “losses are substantial.” He stressed that the crash presents a lucrative opportunity for investors to buy assets at lower prices. Kiyosaki advised people to consider this downturn as a chance to get richer, predicting significant future gains in […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/robert-kiyosaki-declares-market-crash-has-arrived-losses-are-substantial/
Morgan Stanley is set to offer spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) to select clients through its 15,000 financial advisors starting next week. This marks a significant first for a major Wall Street bank. Advisors can pitch Blackrock’s Ishares Bitcoin Trust and Fidelity’s Wise Origin Bitcoin Fund to eligible clients, reflecting the growing acceptance of bitcoin […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/morgan-stanleys-15000-financial-advisors-can-start-pitching-bitcoin-etfs-to-clients-next-week/
U.S. senators received over 2,200 letters within 48 hours advocating for Senator Cynthia Lummis’ bill to make bitcoin a strategic reserve. The bill proposes the U.S. government acquire a significant bitcoin reserve to bolster the U.S. dollar and pay down national debt, aiming to position the U.S. as a global leader in financial innovation. Senators […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/us-senators-flooded-with-2200-letters-advocating-bitcoin-as-strategic-reserve/
Whatsapp, the social media platform owned by Meta Inc., has stated that it would be impossible to comply with additional demands from Nigeria’s consumer protection agency. The social media platform argues that the Nigerian agency’s order compelling it to pay a $220 million fine contains multiple inaccuracies and misrepresents how the platform operates. The fine […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/whatsapp-warns-it-may-leave-nigeria-over-order-to-pay-a-220-million-fine/
The Orissa High Court in India has reaffirmed that cryptocurrency trading and transactions are neither banned nor deemed illegal in India. Citing the legality of crypto, the court granted bail to Sandeep Chowdhury, CEO of Yes World, who was accused of defrauding investors through a Ponzi scheme disguised as a cryptocurrency business. Orissa High Court […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/indian-court-reaffirms-legality-of-cryptocurrency-grants-bail-to-yes-world-ceo/
In July, bitcoin miners earned $951.11 million, marking the lowest monthly revenue of the year. Out of this total, $24.9 million was generated from transaction fees, reflecting a trend of low onchain fees. July Bitcoin Mining Revenue Plummets to a 2024 Low The month was particularly challenging for bitcoin miners, as earnings hit their lowest […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/bitcoin-mining-squeeze-july-revenue-hits-lowest-monthly-intake-of-the-year/