Major cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana have already reached their lowest points of the cycle, according to former ARK Invest executive Chris Burniske, who predicts that the long-term uptrend for these digital assets will persist into 2024 and 2025 despite potential market fluctuations.
The cryptocurrency market is preparing for a potential larger financial event in September that could significantly impact Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, and the wider digital asset landscape.
Coinbase is in talks with major Canadian banks to gain support for the crypto industry in Canada as it faces regulatory uncertainty in its home country, aiming to have the banks participate in the crypto economy in the near future.
Cryptocurrencies experienced a significant drop ahead of Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell's Jackson Hole Symposium speech, while the global crypto market capitalization decreased by 0.83% in the last day.
A new whitepaper called "Cointime Economics: A New Framework For Bitcoin On-chain Analysis" introduces a time-based perspective to understand the Bitcoin economy, offering insights into the economic realities and value propositions of the cryptocurrency.
Prominent crypto commentators criticize the new crypto tax reporting rules proposed by President Joe Biden, fearing that they will push the crypto industry further away from the US and stifle innovation.
Cryptocurrency is becoming an important issue in the 2024 election, with candidates and voters taking stances on its regulation and use.
The top Republican and Democratic candidates for the U.S. presidency have varying positions on cryptocurrencies, with Donald Trump being a skeptic, Ron DeSantis and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. being supporters, and Joe Biden taking a regulatory approach.
Crypto-related stocks soar as the chances of fund companies offering Bitcoin ETFs increase, though Coinbase Global faces obstacles.
In September 2023, two cryptocurrencies to watch out for are Dogecoin, which could spike in price if Elon Musk's platform enables cryptocurrency transactions, and Shiba Inu, which has the potential to increase in value if its network successfully burns SHIB tokens.
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong shared ten emerging ideas in the cryptocurrency space that excite him, including the creation of a CPI-linked stablecoin, on-chain reputation systems, on-chain advertising, and decentralized labor markets.
The crypto market analyst at Bloomberg Intelligence predicts that the unlocking of billions in capital flowing into US-based ETFs could make 2024 a significant year for digital assets despite the US Securities and Exchange Commission's stance on crypto.
Bitcoin and crypto could experience significant growth in the next few months, with September expected to be a particularly eventful period, including the potential impact of U.S. bitcoin ETF filings and China declaring crypto as "legal property and protected by law."
Global search traffic for the term "cryptocurrency" has reached a five-year low, potentially influenced by factors beyond price volatility such as regulatory crackdown and increased knowledge of crypto among the general public.
Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies are experiencing a decline as analysts predict further decreases ahead.
Crypto exchange Coinbase plans to focus on non-U.S. markets, including the European Union, the United Kingdom, Canada, Brazil, Singapore, and Australia, due to their clearer crypto laws, as it seeks to expand its operations and establish partnerships with global and local banks and payment providers while ensuring compliance with governance systems. The company also aims to intensify its lobbying and visibility efforts ahead of the EU elections and engage with the G20 to create global crypto standards.
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong discusses the company's base layer 2 blockchain network, interest in flatcoin, and the need for regulatory clarity in the crypto industry, suggesting that the courts, congress, and the CFTC could provide clarity and that there could be a new SEC chair in 2024.
The lack of clear crypto regulations in the US has caused significant issues for the industry, leading to collapses and a weakening of America's position as a financial hub, according to Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong. He emphasizes the need for clear rules that recognize the innovation potential of the technology while protecting consumers. Armstrong also highlights the potential benefits of Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and Coinbase's role as custodian in many ETF applications.
The G20, including U.S. president Joe Biden, has endorsed the Financial Stability Board's recommendations for regulating cryptocurrencies, which could have a significant impact on the prices of Bitcoin, Ethereum, BNB, XRP, and other major cryptocurrencies.
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong revealed in an interview that the exchange is interested in developing the next generation of stablecoins, including the concept of flatcoin, which would be backed by the Consumer Price Index (CPI) or purchasing power rather than a fiat currency.
Major cryptocurrencies declined as investors awaited regulatory developments, including the SEC's ruling on a Bitcoin ETF, while Coinbase revealed plans for international expansion and focus on obtaining licenses in key financial jurisdictions.
U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Chair Gary Gensler continues to emphasize the importance of crypto companies complying with securities laws, despite recent setbacks in court cases against the industry. Gensler will discuss recent enforcement actions and proposals related to cryptocurrency firms but will avoid discussing ongoing litigation, including high-profile cases against Coinbase and Binance.
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong confirms that the crypto exchange will integrate the Lightning Network, a move that will significantly speed up bitcoin transactions and make it a more viable payment option.
Crypto strategist predicts a significant expansion in the digital assets market similar to 2019, with the possibility of a short squeeze after a Bitcoin market correction.
The Blockchain Association reflects on the past five years of the crypto industry's challenges in Washington D.C. and highlights potential future areas of focus, including anti-money laundering efforts, passing crypto-related legislation, and the possibility of regulatory personnel changes.
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong advocates for decentralized finance (DeFi) protocols and suggests legal action to establish a legal precedent, while MakerDAO's founder believes decentralized stablecoins could dominate the crypto market, and Polygon CEO acknowledges the success of their $1 billion investment in zero-knowledge proof rollups. Additionally, market surveillance firm Solidus Labs reveals that decentralized exchanges have become a hotspot for wash trading, and a DeFi advocacy group petitions to stop a patent troll from targeting DeFi protocols. Despite a mixed week for the top 100 DeFi tokens, the total value locked into DeFi protocols remains above $49 billion.
Despite claims of a bear market for cryptocurrencies, indicators such as website traffic suggest that crypto adoption and demand for crypto services have actually been growing in 2023.
Crypto is poised to create a new investable asset class globally and will revolutionize the internet, requiring new business models, metrics, and research structures, as well as a framework to analyze value flows within the tech stack, particularly in relation to Ethereum's layer 2 solutions.
Crypto analyst Will Clemente suggests that the US economy's need to issue more dollars to service its debt will inevitably lead to significant currency debasement, making Bitcoin the most promising asset for investors looking to protect their wealth. With the growing digital trend and a wave of Bitcoin adoption, Clemente believes that alternative monetary systems will become increasingly favorable.
Coinbase, the largest U.S. cryptocurrency exchange, is actively engaging with Ohio voters through events, ads, and lobbying efforts, highlighting the potential economic benefits of the crypto industry to the state. They are pushing for the passage of the FIT21 Act, which would provide regulatory clarity for cryptocurrency exchanges. However, the legislation's fate is uncertain, as there are differing opinions among lawmakers regarding crypto regulation.
Crypto legislation is unlikely to progress in the current US Senate, according to former Senator Pat Toomey, despite recent progress in the House, although the lack of a clear position from Senate Banking Committee Chairman Sherrod Brown may be seen as a positive sign according to Coinbase's policy chief.
Cryptocurrency is seen as a solution to the lack of sustainability and investor confidence in the African fintech space, according to experts interviewed on the Hashing It Out podcast.
Coinbase, the U.S. cryptocurrency exchange operator, may invest more elsewhere if the U.S. cannot get crypto regulation right, raising questions about whether the U.S. is still the primary hub for crypto innovation and development.
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong believes that the crypto industry needs to enhance its lobbying efforts before the 2024 elections in order to address the unfair regulatory environment faced by US-based crypto firms.
Coinbase is leading a major lobbying effort in Washington D.C. to garner support for new regulations in the cryptocurrency industry.
Crypto investment firm CoinShares is optimistic about cryptocurrency regulation in the United States as it enters the market and believes that the US is a global leader in digital asset development.
The recent uncertainty regarding the United States debt limit and the subsequent signing of the spending bill by President Joe Biden led investors to question the momentum for cryptocurrencies, but with an extension in place, lawmakers need to find a solution before November 17 to avoid further economic risks. Bitcoin has experienced a price increase, prompting investors to anticipate volatility as the debt ceiling decision approaches, and a recommended neutral-market strategy involving options trading is suggested for investors looking to mitigate potential losses and profits.
Large Bitcoin holders have been accumulating the cryptocurrency since September, leading to predictions of a return to the $30,000 price level, although some analysts disagree with this analysis.
Crypto strategist predicts that Bitcoin will enter a massive bull run and reach new all-time highs once it surpasses a key support level, but warns that bearish speculation from the stock market could decrease momentum.
Former CEO of BitMEX, Arthur Hayes, predicts that the United States government's ballooning treasury yields could lead to a new bull market for Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies, as rising interest rates may force the government to resort to mass liquidity injections.
Major cryptocurrencies experienced a decline as investors awaited crucial jobs data that could impact interest rates, with Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Dogecoin all seeing price drops.
Coinbase, the top US crypto exchange, is focusing on international markets due to regulatory uncertainty in the US and aims to bring a billion people into crypto.
A TechCrunch Exchange newsletter explored the results of a survey on the future of AI and delved into the book "Number Go Up: Inside Crypto's Wild Rise and Staggering Fall" by Zeke Faux, which examines the broader impact of the cryptocurrency industry.
Crypto strategist Benjamin Cowen believes that the crypto market is in a "brutal" stage as Bitcoin's dominance increases while altcoins drop, and he predicts that Bitcoin's dominance will likely peak at around 60%.
