Worldcoin Foundation has open-sourced the core components of its Orb eye scanners, aiming to promote transparency and collaboration, and to ensure trust and verifiability in its technology.
Anthony Scaramucci believes that making bitcoin more accessible, including through spot bitcoin ETFs, will be the next step for the cryptocurrency, and he expects bitcoin's halving, along with the embrace of the younger generation, to drive its price up significantly; however, record outflows from Grayscale’s Bitcoin Trust may temporarily shake investor confidence.
Ark Invest CEO Cathie Wood believes that bitcoin is a "financial superhighway" with important use cases in emerging markets, emphasizing its potential as both a risk-off and risk-on asset, and suggesting that its price could surpass $3.5 million as more institutions enter the space.
Tech investor Cathie Wood's ARK Invest has sold $52 million in Coinbase stock, following an earlier sale of $96 million, despite being one of the largest holders of the cryptocurrency exchange's stock.
Cathie Wood, CEO of Ark Invest, believes that bitcoin could reach $3.8 million due to institutional adoption and new ETF products, adding $2.3 million to her previous target of $1.5 million by 2030. Wood also highlighted the potential impact of the upcoming bitcoin halving event.
BlackRock's Ethereum wallet associated with its tokenized asset fund has received unsolicited crypto and NFT donations, including explicit artwork and funds tied to a blacklisted service, highlighting the quirky side of on-chain interactions.
Macro investor Dan Tapiero predicts that Bitcoin's bull market is still in its early stages, stating that the cryptocurrency could potentially triple in value over the next 12-24 months.
The cryptocurrency market experienced losses as Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana fell in morning trading, potentially signaling volatility ahead of the Bitcoin halving.
Efforts to get rid of vote-counting machines in New Hampshire through a push for hand-counting ballots at town meetings have largely failed, with only one small town voting in favor of the measure. Critics argue that there is no evidence of fraud or tampering with the machines and that returning to hand counts would be labor-intensive and costly.
Bitcoin prices have pulled back from their record highs, but remain higher for the year; the next catalyst for prices is the halving in April, which is considered "uncharted territory" for the cryptocurrency, according to Anthony Pompliano.
Bitwise's Bitcoin ETF Becomes One of Fastest to Reach $2B As Institutions Clamor for Crypto Exposure
Bitwise Asset Management's CEO, Hunter Horsley, discusses the growth of the Bitwise bitcoin ETF, which has reached over $2 billion in assets in just two months, and the increasing interest of traditional investors in crypto via ETFs.
SEC Chairman Gary Gensler criticizes the crypto industry for seeking to avoid registration requirements and mandatory disclosures, suggesting that the industry needs more regulation.
Bitcoin fell below $63,000 due to a broader crypto sell-off, and it may take some time for the cryptocurrency to recover to $73,000, according to Galaxy CEO Mike Novogratz. Meanwhile, analysts at Coinbase predict that ETF inflows will resume once GBTC selling is completed, driven by favorable macro conditions.
BlackRock clients have a stronger interest in Bitcoin compared to Ethereum, with demand for other crypto assets being very minimal, according to the head of digital assets, Robert Mitchnick.
FTX's new CEO, John Ray, has criticized co-founder Sam Bankman-Fried's denial of the need for bankruptcy and claims of innocence, stating that Bankman-Fried continues to live in delusion and that many FTX clients will not have their funds fully returned due to his theft.
A UK stage hypnotist has been sentenced to prison for stealing a woman's identity, hacking into social media accounts, and illegally selling explicit photos.
Fantom (FTM) has experienced a significant price surge, becoming the best performing token in the top 100, possibly due to anticipation surrounding its upcoming network upgrade, which is expected to enhance transaction processing speeds and attract more developers to the platform.
As digital assets and cryptocurrencies become better regulated, new capital will flow into these environments, but Ethereum is likely to dominate due to its technological capabilities and network effects, while Bitcoin will retain its position as the dominant crypto asset similar to gold. However, the world of digital assets has the potential to be much larger and offer greater growth opportunities beyond being a digital version of gold, particularly in areas that are used by consumers or needed by enterprises.
Ethereum (ETH) and Bitcoin (BTC) holders are showing support for Option2Trade (O2T), a new cryptocurrency token, due to its unique features, potential for growth, and the opportunity for diversification in the crypto market.
The Montenegrin Supreme Court has halted the extradition of Do Kwon, the founder of Terra, to South Korea, overturning decisions from lower courts, further prolonging the ongoing legal battle between South Korea and the United States over his criminal charges related to the collapse of the Terra ecosystem.
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), and Treasury Department are seeking additional resources for the 2025 fiscal year to bolster their capabilities in monitoring and addressing risks in the cryptocurrency sector. Requests include hiring more personnel and investing in research and data analysis.
Twitter's link preview feature is failing to show users the correct destination of links, allowing scammers to deceive users by sending them to fraudulent sites instead of the original source.
Analyst Altcoin Sherpa believes that the Solana-based memecoin Book of Meme (BOME) may experience a rally before a potential dip, while also expressing bullish sentiments towards Filecoin (FIL) and noting that Lido DAO (LDO) has underperformed despite strong fundamentals.
Solana's user count has decreased, but trading activity remains high, indicating continued interest, while technical indicators suggest a possible bearish trend, raising the question of whether SOL is preparing for consolidation before reaching new highs. The Total Value Locked (TVL) within the Solana ecosystem has surpassed $4 billion for the first time since April 2022, suggesting renewed investor confidence and growing interest in Solana DeFi offerings. Although the number of daily DEX trades has been decreasing, the number of daily unique transaction signers reached over 2 million before declining, potentially indicating a consolidation before future growth. The EMA lines on the SOL price chart suggest a consolidation phase may occur, with potential support levels at $161 and $137, and a possible increase to $210 if the bull run continues.
El Salvador's commitment to cryptocurrency, particularly Bitcoin, is growing stronger as the country aims to buy one Bitcoin every day until it becomes unaffordable with fiat currencies, resulting in a substantial total of 5,690 BTC valued at approximately $400 million; in addition to their Bitcoin holdings, El Salvador has eliminated income tax for international investments and money transfers, and has moved a significant portion of their Bitcoin assets into a secure offline device stored in a physical vault, showcasing their strong faith in the future of cryptocurrency.
The Internet Computer (ICP) price is expected to continue consolidating, with a potential rise to $15 by the end of the month, supported by bullish signals such as the recovery in price and the Relative Strength Index (RSI) moving above 50. However, the lack of optimism among investors, as indicated by the declining positive funding rate, could potentially lead to a drawdown and a correction to $10.97.
Floki developers are planning to introduce regulated digital banking accounts that can be funded with FLOKI tokens and used for transactions in USD, EUR, and GBP, along with debit cards and staking services, through a partnership with licensed entities in various countries.
Coinbase's trading volumes are surging in Q1, and JMP Securities predicts significant growth opportunities in the exchange's ancillary businesses, such as tokenization, payments, Web3 development, and staking, while also emphasizing the potential impact of spot bitcoin ETF adoption.
BlackRock, the world's largest asset manager, has filed to launch a tokenized private equity fund in partnership with asset tokenization company Securitize, as it continues its plan for a "technological revolution in the financial markets" that could potentially create a $5 trillion crypto market by 2030.
Bitcoin may experience a further pullback before its halving event next month, according to a crypto analyst, who notes similarities between the current price pattern and the 2016 cycle. The analyst also predicts that the peak of the current bull market cycle could occur in late November 2024 or late January 2025, although historical trends suggest it could be pushed to mid-December 2024 or mid-February 2025.
Bitcoin's recent volatility, with significant price fluctuations leading up to the upcoming halving event, is a normal occurrence as traders second-guess their pricing decisions, according to Beam CEO Andy Bromberg. However, unlike previous halvings, the current halving is accompanied by increased demand driven by Bitcoin ETFs, which may mitigate any potential liquidity crisis.
WisdomTree has been granted a charter from the New York State Department of Financial Services to operate as a limited purpose trust company, allowing it to offer products and services in the digital assets landscape under enhanced regulatory supervision.
Fantom's FTM token has surged over 190% in four weeks, driven by anticipation for the upcoming Sonic upgrade, which promises faster transaction processing speeds and finality times, though it has not yet revitalized investor interest in the platform's decentralized finance ecosystem.
Billionaires are increasingly buying Bitcoin, which could result in a significant rise in its price due to the limited supply and high demand, while also potentially posing risks for the global economy.
The host of the Coin Bureau channel predicts a bullish future for Bitcoin and cryptocurrency, expecting massive gains in the coming months and the possibility of reaching new all-time highs, with prices potentially going parabolic in 2025.
JPMorgan warns that bitcoin is overbought and profit-taking may continue into the halving event as spot ETFs experience significant outflows.
Crypto analyst DonAlt expresses bullish sentiment on Dogecoin, predicting a potential 554% gain to reach a price of $1, while also stating that Bitcoin is still in a massive uptrend despite recent corrections.
Frax Finance aims to increase the total value of locked assets on its layer 2 blockchain, Fraxtal, to $100 billion by 2026 through the launch of 23 new layer 3s and the revival of switch mechanisms to boost liquidity for FXS governance token.
Bitcoin is expected to face more volatility, with traders pricing out the possibility of an ether ETF being approved anytime soon, as the market consolidates and takes a potential break after last weekend's volatility.
The creators of the Runestone Bitcoin project sent a valuable inscription to a wallet believed to belong to Satoshi Nakamoto, the creator of Bitcoin, as a way to permanently seal the collection and prevent any future changes.
Cryptocurrency exchange OKX and Ethereum gaming platform Immutable have formed a strategic alliance to introduce a dedicated GameFi launchpad on OKX's NFT marketplace, integrating the OKX wallet and NFT marketplace into Immutable Passport and Immutable Orderbook on Immutable zkEVM, with the aim of expanding gaming experiences for players worldwide.
Retail traders have been leading the recent Bitcoin and crypto bull markets, with institutions starting to join in, according to a Goldman Sachs executive.
Telegram-based game Super Sushi Samurai is working with a white hat hacker to return stolen funds of $4.6 million to users after an exploit, which exploited a token transfer bug, caused the price of its native token, SSS, to plunge; the team plans to provide an update and post-mortem on the incident.
Chainlink, Cardano, and Polkadot are leading the pack in terms of development and community engagement, according to recent blockchain analytics, positioning them as key players in the blockchain innovation race.
Bitcoin retreats over 10% from its all-time high as demand for spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds decreases, with JPMorgan Chase strategists predicting further declines leading up to April's halving event.
The Bitcoin halving, which reduces miners' rewards, was initially set for April 20 but has been subject to date changes; the latest estimate is April 20 again, but it may still shift as the event draws closer.
The current regulatory environment in the United States is hindering the entry of institutions into the crypto space, but a potential change in the presidency could bring more support for the industry, according to VanEck's Head of Digital Assets Research, Matthew Sigel. The outcome of the next presidential election could have a significant impact on the cryptocurrency industry, and Sigel believes that a Biden defeat would benefit digital assets and their wider adoption.
Crypto traders are shifting their focus from Solana-based meme tokens to Coinbase's Base meme coins, driven by liquidity and market sentiment, as these coins have the potential for high returns and are gaining attention in the market. However, caution is advised due to the high risks associated with meme coins.
Coinbase has announced support for the Ronin protocol, leading to a surge in the price of the Ethereum-based gaming altcoin, which was previously hacked for hundreds of millions of dollars by the North Korean hacking group Lazarus.
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong believes crypto could serve as a new form of sound money, digitize the dollar, and have a significant impact on economic foundations, ultimately leading to a "Coinbase 500" index fund similar to the S&P 500, although regulatory approval for many more tokens would be necessary.
