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The surge in the total value locked and adoption of liquid restaking tokens increased from approximately $164.3 million in January to $13.812 billion by June 20, underscoring the growing trust in them. As was the case in January, Ether.fi remains dominant in the LRT market, accounting for approximately 50% of the total value locked, or […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/study-surge-in-popularity-of-liquid-restaking-token-protocols-driven-by-growing-user-trust/
Cleanspark Inc. has completed the acquisition of its first bitcoin (BTC) mining site in Wyoming and secured 75 megawatts (MW) of power contracts. The Las Vegas-based company plans to add over 2 exahash per second (EH/s) to its mining capacity through a 30 MW immersion-cooled data center expected to be operational by the end of […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/bitcoin-miner-cleanspark-acquires-wyoming-mining-site/
Coinbase posted $1.4 billion in total revenue for the second quarter of 2024, marking a period of continued growth and progress in the crypto industry. The company’s earnings report said it also made strides toward regulatory clarity in the U.S., a key development for the broader crypto economy. Coinbase Publishes Q2 2024 Earnings and Shareholder […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/coinbase-reports-1-4-billion-in-q2-revenue-amid-industrys-regulatory-advances/
Rich Dad Poor Dad author Robert Kiyosaki has urged investors to save bitcoin instead of fiat currencies, which he calls “fake money.” He criticized the historical decision to take the dollar off the gold standard and the education system for not teaching about money. Kiyosaki also noted former U.S. President Donald Trump’s endorsement of bitcoin […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/robert-kiyosaki-urges-investors-to-save-bitcoin-as-smart-money-highlighting-trumps-btc-endorsement/
U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis has officially introduced the BITCOIN Act in the Senate, aiming to establish a strategic bitcoin reserve as an additional store of value to strengthen America’s balance sheet. The initiative seeks to position the U.S. as a leader in financial innovation by proposing the purchase of 1 million bitcoins and ensuring robust […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/us-senator-officially-introduces-bitcoin-act-to-establish-strategic-btc-reserve/
Elvira Nabiullina, the governor of the Bank of Russia, declared that she expects the digital ruble, the Russian CBDC, to achieve a high level of acceptance due to the benefits it offers to Russian citizens. During a speech at the Federation Council, Nabiullina stated that it would be widely adopted within five to seven years. […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/bank-of-russia-expects-wide-adoption-of-digital-ruble-within-5-to-7-years/
Commercial Bank of Dubai (CBD), a United Arab Emirates-based bank, has launched dedicated accounts for virtual asset service providers to manage client funds. CEO Bernd van Linder said the move aligns with CBD’s core banking services and supports the bank’s plans to foster the digital economy. VASP Accounts Align With Bank’s Vision Commercial Bank of […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/uae-bank-launches-vasp-focused-accounts-for-managing-user-funds/
On Wednesday, the list of spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) grew from 11 to 12 with the introduction of Grayscale’s Mini Bitcoin Trust. The day’s trading session saw these funds attracting a modest $298,930 in net inflows. Spot Bitcoin ETFs Report Modest Inflows During Tuesday’s trading session, only two spot bitcoin ETFs experienced inflows. Blackrock’s […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/spot-bitcoin-etfs-see-light-inflows-as-grayscale-adds-mini-bitcoin-trust/
On Wednesday, U.S.-based spot ethereum exchange-traded funds (ETFs) experienced a day of outflows, with $77.21 million withdrawn from the funds. While six ETFs reported inflows, Grayscale’s Ethereum Trust (ETHE) saw a substantial reduction of $133.33 million. Over $77 Million Withdrawn From U.S. Spot Ethereum ETFs The nine spot ether ETFs collectively recorded a trading volume […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/us-spot-ethereum-etfs-record-77-21m-outflow/
Throughout July, bitcoin has climbed 2.5% against the U.S. dollar, despite a midweek dip to $64,350 per coin. This month has been marked by notable events, including movements by Mt Gox and the U.S. government transferring billions. Additionally, 76 transactions from dormant bitcoin wallets, created between 2010 and 2017, spent 6,536.17 BTC, amounting to $424 […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/76-sleeping-bitcoin-wallets-activated-in-july-unlocking-424m/
India’s central bank, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), has revealed that as of June, there were five million digital rupee users and 420,000 merchants participating in the retail central bank digital currency (CBDC) pilot. The RBI emphasized that the digital rupee is designed to complement cash and existing payment systems, serving both wholesale and […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/indias-digital-rupee-surpasses-5-million-users-rbi-discloses/
The California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has successfully integrated 42 million car titles onto the Avalanche blockchain network, which uses the cryptocurrency AVAX as its native token. This innovative system, developed by Oxhead Alpha, enables users to transfer vehicle titles within minutes, significantly reducing the traditional two-week processing time. This initiative is part of […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/california-dmv-revolutionizes-vehicle-title-transfers-with-avalanche-blockchain-integration/
Jan Nieuwenhuijs, a gold analyst specializing in Chinese markets, alleges that China has continued to secretly buy gold without reporting it to the market, benefiting from a price cool-off. Nieuwenhuijs states that the strategy of the PBOC is to purchase gold through UK bullion banks, which goes unreported by using non-traditional bank conduits. Report Alleges […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/report-reveals-china-continues-to-secretly-grow-its-gold-stash-misleading-market-to-cause-price-cool-off/
Former U.S. President and presidential candidate Donald Trump has raised $25 million from the crypto industry and bitcoin whales since he began accepting donations in cryptocurrencies. He has made several promises to support the crypto sector if elected, including the replacement of U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chair Gary Gensler. Trump Raises $25 Million […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/trump-has-raised-25m-from-crypto-industry-and-bitcoin-whales/
Bitcoin miners are witnessing a resurgence in activity as the network’s hashrate approaches all-time highs, according to the latest research from Cryptoquant. This recovery is attributed to improved revenues, which have led to a reduction in selling pressure from miners. Miners Hold Steady: Bitcoin Hashrate Rises, Selling Pressure Decreases The latest onchain market activities report […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/cryptoquant-insights-bitcoin-miners-see-revenue-boost-as-hashrate-soars/
The Bank of Ghana has recently launched a centralized online foreign exchange trading platform. This platform aims to enhance secure and efficient operations in the foreign exchange market. As of August 1, 2024, all licensed Foreign Exchange Bureaux are mandated to use this platform for buying and selling foreign currencies. The system will improve oversight […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/ghana-launches-centralized-online-foreign-exchange-trading-platform/
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has warned cryptocurrency users about scammers impersonating crypto exchange employees to steal funds through unsolicited messages or calls. These fraudsters create urgency, claiming issues with accounts to trick victims into providing login details, clicking links, or sharing identification information. FBI Alerts Public to Cryptocurrency Exchange Scams The Federal Bureau […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/fbi-issues-warning-about-crypto-exchange-scams/
A survey of 32 cryptocurrency experts on the Finder panel predicts significant growth for ether prices, with average forecasts of $5,368 by the end of 2024, $7,359 by the end of 2025, and $23,549 by 2030. These projections highlight the anticipated impact of institutional factors such as ethereum exchange-traded funds (ETFs). Survey Predicts Strong Future […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/finder-experts-predict-ether-hitting-23549-by-2030-majority-say-time-to-buy-eth/
Bitwise’s chief investment officer has expressed that the industry is not bullish enough about bitcoin, given the current market dynamics. He pointed to increasing political support, including Donald Trump’s proposal for a national bitcoin stockpile and various legislative initiatives, as indicators of a potential market shift and significant upside for bitcoin investors. Bitwise CIO Matt […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/bitwise-cio-predicts-major-bitcoin-upside-says-were-not-bullish-enough/
Hamster Kombat, the popular tap-to-earn game built on the TON network, has announced the release of its whitepaper and an updated development roadmap. Through social media, the project revealed that, due to players’ contributions to its success, it has allocated 60% of its upcoming airdrop for community distribution. Hamster Kombat Updates Roadmap, Discloses Community Distribution […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/hamster-kombat-releases-whitepaper-allocates-60-of-upcoming-airdrop-to-community-distribution/
PRESS RELEASE. Singapore, August 1st, 2024 – SUN.io, a leading DeFi platform built on the TRON blockchain, is thrilled to announce the launch of SUN DAO. This strategic initiative aims to enhance SUN.io’s decentralized governance and community autonomy. By expanding the real-world use cases of the SUN token, SUN DAO will support the development and […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/sun-io-launches-sun-dao-to-enhance-decentralized-governance-and-drive-ecosystem-innovation/
Best Wallet has just launched an airdrop campaign for its native BEST token. But this isn’t just another free token giveaway. Instead, it’s a ticket to a complete Web3 toolkit that could give users a head start in the DeFi space. Best Wallet – Your Ultimate Web3 Companion Best Wallet is aiming to be the […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/best-wallet-launches-airdrop-campaign-offering-free-best-tokens/
In a surprising turn of events, Tron founder Justin Sun has announced that the highly anticipated fight between Elon Musk and Venezuela’s President, Nicolás Maduro, could take place at the Grenada National Stadium. Sun, who was appointed as Grenada’s Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the World Trade Organization in 2021, has offered to cover all […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/justin-sun-offers-to-host-musk-vs-maduro-fight-in-grenada/
PRESS RELEASE. Taipei, Taiwan – 1st August, 2024 — Web3 Game Con, the largest Web3 gaming expo in Asia, is set to take place from August 6-8 at ABS2024. This landmark event, organized by GEDA Esports in conjunction with the Asia Blockchain Summit (ABS), will be hosted at a 1,500 square meter zone at the […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/web3-game-con-the-worlds-largest-web3-game-show-debuts-at-abs2024-in-taipei/
PRESS RELEASE. Buenos Aires, Argentina – August 1st, 2024 – UQUID, a pioneer in Web3 shopping platforms, has introduced a new feature allowing users to top up their SUBE cards using USDT on the TRON blockchain. This new functionality aims to streamline how Argentine commuters manage their public transportation expenses, leveraging cryptocurrency for everyday transactions. […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/uquid-integrates-usdt-on-tron-for-seamless-public-transport-payments-in-argentina/
A subsidiary of Animoca Brands has launched the open beta of its new Web3-centric action game, Cosmic Bomber. Developed by industry veterans from Sony, Electronic Arts, Nintendo, Lucas Arts, and Blizzard, the game is now available to over 1.77 million holders of Moca ID, the identity layer of Animoca Brands’ network. Cosmic Bomber offers strategic […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/veterans-from-ea-nintendo-blizzard-and-more-launch-bomberman-style-web3-game/
The Bitcoin Core project has disclosed two security vulnerabilities that could have affected the stability of the Bitcoin network. The first one, classified as having a high severity level, could have caused an assertion crash of the network via a message spam attack. The second one, with a low severity level, was linked to Miniupnp, […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/bitcoin-core-discloses-two-security-vulnerabilities/
U.S. Senator Bill Hagerty has discussed former President Donald Trump’s bitcoin plan, which includes creating a national bitcoin stockpile. The lawmaker expects to see several legislative proposals beyond what Trump announced. He believes this move will establish credibility for the currency and demonstrate national support for it. Senator Hagerty Discusses Trump’s Bitcoin Strategy U.S. Senator […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/us-senator-discusses-trumps-bitcoin-plan-and-national-btc-stockpile/
Nobel laureate Paul Krugman claims that bitcoin has remained “economically useless.” He criticized the support bitcoin and crypto have from former U.S. President Donald Trump and the Republican Party. Moreover, he stressed: “Tech-bro support for Trump and Vance also seems to have a lot to do with one specific issue: cryptocurrency.” Paul Krugman Criticizes Bitcoin’s […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/nobel-laureate-paul-krugman-says-bitcoin-is-economically-useless-criticizes-trumps-crypto-support/
Recent analysis from QCP Capital highlights the intensifying macroeconomic volatility, driven by various factors including equity market sell-offs, unwinding currency trades, and fluctuating commodity prices. QCP Capital’s researchers foresee further turbulence ahead, particularly in light of upcoming Federal Reserve actions. QCP Capital Cites Heightened Volatility Ahead of Key Federal Reserve Decisions QCP Capital reports that […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/market-volatility-surges-amid-global-uncertainty-says-qcp-capital/