Wave by wave, the European Union (EU) has taken various sanctions against Russia since the invasion of Ukraine, with the goal of suffocating the country's economy. In this context, the European organization has just adopted a 12th wave of sanctions specifically targeting crypto activities conducted by Russians.
Ethereum, traditionally perceived as a pillar of reliability and innovation in the crypto universe, is facing a potential reputation crisis. Recent revelations by Lane Rettig, a former lead developer, have shaken the foundation of this perception. He claimed that over two-thirds of Ethereum tokens were acquired during a controversial pre-mining. These statements raise questions about the transparency and integrity of the Ethereum blockchain, prompting deep inquiries.
Fidelity, the second largest investment fund after Blackrock in the ETF race, sees bitcoin reaching 15 trillion dollars within seven years.
It seems that everything is coming together for Bitcoin to have an explosive year in 2024. This week has been more significant than most others in terms of the state of the markets. Two major events happened simultaneously with the release of the latest inflation data and the December meeting of the Federal Reserve, which announced plans for a rate cut.
Ethereum and Bitcoin are facing an unprecedented storm. Transaction fees on these networks have reached stratospheric levels, propelling the industry into an era of exorbitant fees. This situation, triggered by the rise of EVM inscriptions and ordinals, is radically transforming the use and perception of the world's two leading cryptocurrencies.
While Bitcoin is often seen as a young person's game, Bitwise Asset Management is changing the landscape. With the imminent approval of a BTC spot ETF, Bitwise is launching a bold advertising campaign. Targeting a broader audience, including Generation X, this campaign aims to educate and expand the perception of Bitcoin as a viable investment option.
The favorable signals for Bitcoin are accumulating in Russia lately. The Ministry of Finance wants a favorable legal framework.
The founder of the crypto firm Cardano, Charles Hoskinson, is opposed to any crypto collaboration involving this blockchain and Ripple's XRP. In a recent media release, the CEO discussed the reasons underlying this position, which he does not seem willing to change.
Week after week, the crypto sector continues to innovate and redefine the boundaries of finance and technology with boldness and creativity. In this weekly recap, we will delve into the most significant news of the past week, from El Salvador's pioneering Bitcoin bonds initiative to Donald Trump's controversial NFT collection, and the promising prospects of SEC approval for Bitcoin Spot ETFs. We will also examine the security incident at Ledger, the implications of BlackRock's entry into Bitcoin mining, and current trends surrounding Ethereum and Solana.
The Solana Saga phones, initially ignored, are now the subject of frenzy in the crypto community. On eBay, some models are selling for up to 5 times the price of the latest Apple iPhones.
Crypto market decline: Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, and XRP in decline. Is this the end of the bull run or just a correction?
Bitcoin, the venerable pioneer, is facing a new challenge. Denial of Service (DoS) attacks, orchestrated, according to some, by young anime fans, and the threat of more sophisticated manipulations threaten the stability of the blockchain. But that's not all: a surge in transaction fees and a drop in prices are shaking the market. Let's take a closer look at this phenomenon.
On the smart contract market, Solana has been particularly dynamic this year. So much so that some analysts nickname this crypto platform the Ethereum “killer,” the current market leader. A position that, according to the exchange Coinbase, should not be called into question in 2024.
The next two years are expected to see a significant increase in the volume of asset trading on the blockchain, according to Mathew McDermott, Global Head of Crypto Assets at Goldman Sachs. He explains that since the beginning of 2023, the bank's clients have shown a “huge appetite” for crypto assets and crypto derivative trading. This was reported during an interview with Reuters.
Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) are not popular. They are strongly criticized for the threats they pose to individual privacy. However, the crypto firm Ripple has just released a white paper that promotes the utility of these controversial assets.
Jan van Eck, CEO of VanEck, has once again spoken about bitcoin. Apparently, nothing has changed: he still holds the queen of cryptocurrencies in high esteem. Additionally, he has predicted a new All-Time High (ATH) for this “essential” digital asset within the next 12 months. Details!
In the ever-changing world of finance, a recent event has sparked excitement in the Bitcoin universe: the US Federal Reserve announces a significant reduction in interest rates by 2024. But how has this news ignited the crypto market? Join us on this financial journey, where numbers dance and cryptocurrencies soar!
Wecan Group exclusively announces the upcoming listing of its crypto, the WECAN Token. The asset will soon be listed on the Bitstamp crypto exchange.
Liquid staking is gaining popularity. This is due to the crypto advantages it offers to users, as opposed to the traditional staking methods. In this article, we will discuss the concept of liquid staking and present the main crypto platforms that offer this service to their users.
"In the Web3 gaming space, gas fees have always been one of the main barriers to widespread adoption. Now, this challenge is solved in the Immutable ecosystem. Web3 gaming company, Immutable, has just launched the industry's first blockchain that offers a transaction-free Web3 gaming experience. Called zkVEM Immutable, it is a next-generation upgrade developed in collaboration with Polygon Labs. All the details in the following."
Jimmy Wales, the co-founder of Wikipedia, recently criticized Bitcoin (BTC). He derided the flagship cryptocurrency, claiming that it lacks functional relevance and causes monetary losses to its users, unlike a traditional bank account. The crypto community did not hesitate to respond to him.
The Lightning Network is certainly one of the major advancements in the Bitcoin ecosystem. Many users are fond of it. However, a recent incident has shown the limitations of this technology. A crypto user has indeed noticed the draining of their BTC assets, linked precisely to operational vulnerabilities of the Lightning Network plugin.
In the ever-shifting world of finance, a recent event has sparked excitement in the Bitcoin universe: the United States Federal Reserve has announced a significant interest rate cut by 2024. But how has this news ignited the cryptocurrency market? Let us embark on this financial adventure together, where numbers dance and cryptocurrencies soar!
The EIP-4484 would allow Ethereum to take the place of Bitcoin in 2024.
BONE, the governance token of Shibarium, is already taking off!
It has emerged that despite its $4.3 million deal with the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), Binance is still facing attacks from the SEC. But apparently, Binance is not backing down. The exchange recently challenged the regulatory legitimacy of the financial regulator, particularly forcefully.
"Vitalik Buterin unveils his vision for Ethereum by outlining the path of L1-L2 integration on the blockchain. Details in this article."
Saudi Aramco, the largest oil and gas company in the world, appears to be on the verge of investing in bitcoin.
Central banks will be able to gradually integrate crypto into their reserves from 2025, up to a maximum of 2%, according to new cautious regulations published by the Bank for International Settlements.
Danger is always lurking in the crypto sphere, hidden in the shadows of lines of code. Today, it's the giant Ledger that finds itself facing a formidable predator: a malicious hack. But fear not, dear crypto-enthusiasts, this article is your shield against the onslaught of invisible hackers.