Terraform Labs co-founder Do Kwon has appealed the decision to uphold his extradition requests, alleging political pressure on the Montenegro High Court and a violation of extradition laws and treaties.
Bitcoin briefly dipped below $42,000 as the crypto market experienced a bearish turn following the introduction of spot Bitcoin ETFs in the U.S., causing a drop in prices and a decrease in market sentiment.
Ethereum's long-term prospects remain strong despite Solana's rapid rise, as Ethereum holds the largest developer community, implements game-changing upgrades, and is poised for future improvements that will solidify its position as the most valuable smart-contract blockchain.
Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies are experiencing a decline as the initial excitement caused by the approval of exchange-traded funds tied to spot trading of Bitcoin seems to have waned.
Altcoins are expected to gain traction as Bitcoin enters a consolidation phase following the approval of spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds, according to crypto analyst Michaël van de Poppe.
The recent approval of spot Bitcoin ETFs has led to an increase in the value of various digital assets, including Shiba Inu (SHIB), prompting investors to explore the potential for substantial returns and the necessary investments to reach a $1 million target if SHIB reaches $0.05.
The adoption of tokenized investment funds is increasing, but the limited track record of technology providers poses additional risks, according to a report by Moody's Investor Services.
Crypto analyst DonAlt predicts that if spot market Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) are approved, Bitcoin could reach $60,000 and potentially rise to $90,000, with a quick and aggressive correction expected after hitting $60,000.
Venezuela is shutting down its Petro cryptocurrency, launched in 2018 to support the bolívar amid an economic crisis, due to controversies and a corruption scandal.
Bonk (BONK) has seen a significant increase in price, while Borroe Finance (ROE) and NuggetRush (NUGX) are also gaining traction in the cryptocurrency market.
An Ethereum address that had been inactive for eight and a half years suddenly transferred 2000 ETH, worth over $500,000, amidst increasing optimism about the potential of an Ethereum exchange-traded fund (ETF).
An attempted exploit using the XRP Ledger network failed as the sender did not have enough liquidity, preventing a potential hack on Bitfinex cryptocurrency exchange.
Bitcoin's price has dropped over 5% to $42,600 following the debut of spot ETFs in the U.S., with technical indicators suggesting a potential further decline to the $38,000 support level, driven by a bearish divergence and investors switching from Grayscale's high-fee ETF to lower-fee options.
BlackRock has released a new advertisement expressing a positive tone towards Bitcoin ETFs, emphasizing the convenience and potential of the asset while reassuring investors of Bitcoin's dominant position in the cryptocurrency market.
Blockchain gaming is revolutionizing the gaming industry by offering players ownership, transparency, and the ability to earn real-world rewards, but concerns over privacy and data security must be addressed to fully unleash its potential.
Rumors of a significant transaction involving half of XRP's total supply being moved to a single exchange have been debunked, with Bitfinex confirming an attempted attack on the exchange instead.
Disgraced Terraform Labs founder Do Kwon requests a trial delay until March so he can make an appearance, as he is currently being held by authorities in Montenegro.
The crypto community experienced a rollercoaster of emotions as the SEC's Twitter account was hacked and falsely announced the approval of spot Bitcoin ETFs, causing Bitcoin prices to plummet, but later confirmed that the ETFs were indeed approved, leading to a historic development in the relationship between cryptocurrency and traditional finance.
Scam Sniffer has identified two major Solana wallet drainers that have stolen $4.17 million from nearly 4,000 users, with one drainer using a phishing scheme involving a fake NFT airdrop and the other exploiting a Christmas phishing campaign, resulting in significant profits for the malicious actors.
Defiance Capital CEO Arthur Cheong believes that crypto and blockchain technology are well positioned to fulfill the needs of the fintech industry, and he is particularly bullish on DeFi protocols Synthetix, Aave, and crypto gaming project Axie Infinity.
MicroStrategy co-founder Michael Saylor sold a significant number of company shares ahead of the SEC's approval of Bitcoin ETFs, adding over $20 million to his portfolio, in a move that coincided with a decline in MicroStrategy's stock and concerns that the introduction of Bitcoin ETFs could make the company's shares less appealing to investors.
Art Blocks founder and CEO, Erick Calderon, has overcome his skepticism in translating digital art into the physical realm with the development of a limited edition print of one of his generative art pieces from the Chromie Squiggle series, which has generated over $192 million in sales to date.
Bitcoin's short-term outlook is positive, with indicators suggesting that it is in the early to mid-stage of a bullish trend, and long-term holders beginning to take profits; meanwhile, its long-term value is reinforced by increasing miner revenue and growing mining difficulty, making it more secure and decentralized.
Bitcoin's short-term outlook appears promising, with indicators suggesting it is in the early to mid-stage of a bullish trend, while long-term holders are beginning to take profits but the selling pressure remains low, according to Cathie Wood and Ark Invest's latest analysis. Additionally, Bitcoin's security metrics, such as average miner revenue and mining difficulty, are showing sustained growth, reinforcing its long-term value proposition as the most secure and decentralized blockchain.
Blockchain expert Samson Mow predicts that Bitcoin will reach $1 million in a matter of days or weeks, citing the recent approval of spot-based Bitcoin ETFs as a catalyst, though the exact date of this surge is yet to be determined.
BlackRock's CEO Larry Fink plans for a bitcoin and crypto-based "technological revolution" and believes that tokenization of financial assets is the next step in the evolution of the financial markets.
Celestia's TIA token has surged by 67% in value, reaching almost $20 in just two weeks of 2024 and becoming the top trending coin according to ConGecko, attracting both optimistic and skeptical views from analysts.
The Securities and Exchange Commission's approval of 11 spot bitcoin ETFs has sparked optimism among crypto bulls that it could drive the cryptocurrency's price above six figures, with some experts predicting it could reach $100,000 by the end of 2024.
The crypto industry is preparing for a bull run to new all-time highs, driven by the approval of spot market Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and the upcoming halving event, according to former Goldman Sachs executive Raoul Pal.
Bitcoin's ongoing bull market is still intact, according to macroeconomics expert Lyn Alden, as long-term holders continue to refuse selling despite the rally over the past year.
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A decentralized exchange (DEX) altcoin called GMX is showing signs of a potential bullish rally, with a target price of $90, according to a popular crypto strategist. The strategist also warns that Bitcoin's recent behavior could indicate a trend reversal for the broader crypto market.
Bitcoin's price fluctuated after the approval of Bitcoin spot exchange-traded funds (ETFs), while Ethereum saw positive gains and scaling networks like Arbitrum and Optimism performed well.
The approval of Bitcoin ETFs does not impact the potential approval of Ethereum ETFs, according to Gary Gensler, Chair of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), who emphasized that most digital assets are securities and need to comply with federal laws.
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) approved the sale of exchange-traded funds (ETFs) that follow Bitcoin's spot price, a move that signals the mainstreaming of crypto as an asset class and allows small investors to own a piece of Bitcoin at a low cost without buying fractional shares, with the approval likely driven by the increasing popularity of crypto and pressure from industry giants like BlackRock.
Boeing and Alaska Air face issues as a panel of an aircraft pops off mid-flight, Bitcoin gets approved for its first ETF after a cybersecurity hack, Hertz abandons electric vehicles, consumer inflation rises, and the IRS sets new dates for the 2024 tax season.
Bitcoin's price has fallen since the approval of the first spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in the US, while investors have turned their attention to ether, leading to speculation that an Ethereum ETF may be approved next by the SEC.
Arbitrum, a layer 2 network on Ethereum, is experiencing strong growth in trading volume and the valuation of its native token, ARB, signaling a promising start to the year. The network's low transaction fees and high transaction speed have attracted investors, leading to a surge in decentralized exchange volume and total value locked within the blockchain.
The recent decline in Bitcoin's price after the approval of Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) can be attributed to short-term traders taking profits, but long-term catalysts such as institutional investors, the halving cycle, and inflation could drive its price higher in the future.
Google has removed several crypto exchanges, including Binance and Kraken, from its Play Store in India after these global firms were flagged for operating "illegally" in the country, following alleged non-compliance with India's anti-money laundering rules.
The Ordinals protocol has allowed crypto users to inscribe over 50 million bits of media on the Bitcoin blockchain, including playable video games, ensuring their preservation on the decentralized network. Some popular games available to play include Super Nintendo, Pac-Man, Tetris, Doom, Zork, and Snake.
The S&P 500, Nasdaq, and Dow all ended the week with gains, while the Consumer Price Index rose to 3.4% YoY, potentially impacting financial markets; JPMorgan reported strong earnings, Bank of America had a revenue decline, Wells Fargo saw profit increase but expects lower revenue, and Citigroup announced job cuts; the SEC approved spot Bitcoin ETFs; Microsoft surpassed Apple as the world's most valuable company, Tesla outperformed legacy automakers in sales growth, and Cathie Wood revealed that 25% of her net worth is invested in Bitcoin; on the bearish side, scrutiny surrounds Rep. Laurel Lee's stock sale, Solana experienced a drop, and Boeing faces reputational damage.
Sports apparel giant Nike, through its blockchain division .Swoosh, plans to expand its presence in the video game industry by launching a new line of virtual products called Nike In-Game Wearables, although it is uncertain if these wearables will be non-fungible tokens (NFTs) or not, with the company distinguishing between its "digital collectibles" and "in-game wearables" as different entities. Nike also stated that owners of its NFTs will be able to transfer them to personal crypto wallets later this year, enabling trading on marketplaces that ensure royalties for creators, but it clarified that it has no plans to create its own NFT marketplace.
Bitcoin could experience a bearish trend reversal and drop to as low as $30,000, according to a popular crypto trader who uses the Elliott Wave theory.
BlackRock CEO Larry Fink believes that while Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies are not currencies, they are valuable alternative sources of wealth, and he sees the future of finance heading towards a tokenized system facilitated by blockchain technology.
The approval of spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, along with the upcoming reduction in Bitcoin mining rewards, could drive the price of Bitcoin significantly higher in the coming months and years, with some Wall Street analysts predicting triple-digit returns and even up to 1,000% upside potential.
The Ethereum scaling solution, Optimism, is expected to break its all-time high, according to cryptocurrency analyst Bluntz, who also predicts that ETH may outperform BTC in the near future.
Several altcoins, including Ethereum Name Service (ENS), Arbitrum (ARB), Mantle (MNT), Maker (MKR), and Ethereum (ETH), are showing high MVRV values, indicating potential overbought conditions and a likelihood of profit-taking activities by investors.
10n8 Little Dragon, a gamified accelerator on the Bitcoin network, has completed its pre-seed fundraising in just 72 hours, attracting various notable backers and introducing concepts like BRC20 tokens and the Dragon Pool.
Robert Kiyosaki predicts that Bitcoin will reach a price of $150,000 soon as regulators approve spot ETFs in the US, and he has bought an additional $230,000 worth of Bitcoin due to concerns over inflation.