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The crypto investment platform Matrixport has just released an enthusiastic note regarding the Bitcoin prospects in 2024.

On December 31, 2023, the Bitcoin blockchain made history in the crypto world by validating over 731,000 transactions within 24 hours.

To kick off 2024, Tether has made a strong move by acquiring $379 million worth of bitcoin. The year seems to be off to a great start for the cryptocurrency.

Let's review together the twists and turns that have marked the crypto industry in the past 12 months. A rather worrying assessment?

Crypto analyst Ben Armstrong has recently warned investors against prematurely selling Ripple (XRP).

The recent statement by Mike Novogratz, CEO of Galaxy Digital, suggests a possible upcoming approval of the first Bitcoin ETF.

In response to Vitalik Buterin, co-founder of Avalanche, Kevin Sekniqi shared his vision for the network's crypto development in 2024.

Vitalik Buterin has unveiled the vision and new roadmap for Ethereum in 2024. An ambitious strategy is emerging!

Throughout 2023, the crypto market has significantly grown in Europe. Nearly a thousand crypto platforms have entered the European crypto market. This trend has been confirmed by the remarkable increase in the number of registrations obtained by these entities in recent months. It is expected to continue with the implementation of the MiCA standard.

The funds stolen in hacks and scams related to cryptocurrencies reached 2 billion dollars in 2023, compared to 4 billion in 2022.

In China, authorities have just dismantled a major parallel banking network based on cryptocurrencies.

The decentralized finance sector is in turmoil with the recent announcement of Sleepless AI joining Binance Launchpool. This unique alliance between artificial intelligence (AI) and blockchain has triggered an impressive 10% increase in the price of Binance Coin (BNB).

The vice is tightening around Binance France following the explosive revelations by the Anticor association, which has reported to the justice suspicions of illegal taking of interests related to the recruitment of Stéphanie Cabossioras, former deputy legal director of the AMF.

Bitcoin is back in the arena of the US Congress. Senator Elizabeth Warren resumes her foregone crusade against "unhosted wallets".

Senator Elizabeth Warren has introduced a bill that would impose heavy regulations on the crypto industry. While the bill aims to combat money laundering, it raises concerns about its potential impact on innovation and privacy.

Already criticized for its high level of centralization, Ethereum is disappointing many by censoring several transactions not validated by the OFAC.

The Ripple vs SEC trial could soon come to an end. The two parties have met to discuss the terms of a settlement.

The SEC has lost and will continue to lose lawsuits, celebrates Ripple's lawyer.

Indeed, the FTX storm has wreaked havoc in the United States, Japan, and even France, but this hasn't prevented an increase in the rate of crypto adoption in France. According to a report by the Financial Markets Authority (AMF), the number of local adults investing in cryptocurrencies has relatively increased. Details!

The SEC is now out of options, according to pro-crypto law experts who have followed the case against Ripple from the start. However, the matter is not quite closed. Aside from the remediation phase in which the crypto company might pay a hefty fine, a new showdown before the Supreme Court could soon take place between the two parties.

The Crypto-Asset Reporting Framework (CARF) is an initiative by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD). Introduced last year, CARF aims to foster international, automatic, and transparent exchange of tax information on cryptocurrencies. Several countries, including France, have adhered to it.

In a world where crypto is becoming a key player in the digital economy, India is emerging as a surprising leader. According to the recent global adoption index by Chainalysis, India has climbed to the top of the ranking, thus dethroning nations with more pronounced mining and trading activities. This rise marks a major turning point in the global crypto landscape, where India is now positioning itself as a force to be reckoned with.

The price of BTC is rising as rumors of potential approval of Bitcoin ETFs by January flood the crypto market.

The EU Council and the European Parliament have recently reached a provisional agreement on the European Digital Identity (eID). However, this agreement raises legitimate concerns regarding the privacy of citizens, particularly in the context of a potential interconnection between the eID and the future central bank digital currency (CBDC).

A Bitcoin whale buys $15 million worth of tokens every 3 hours and sets the crypto market on fire.

After several months of litigation, the case between Binance and the SEC is far from over. The SEC has taken legal action against the world's largest crypto exchange. But Binance has challenged the SEC's authority by filing a motion to dismiss the case against them. What exactly is the status of the lawsuit? Focus on the latest news on the Binance v SEC case.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) remains a subject of debate, particularly concerning the risks associated with its use across various domains. In the United States, the federal administration has initiated measures to regulate this simultaneously attractive and hazardous sector. These measures are poised to have repercussions for AI-driven cryptocurrencies.

PayPal, the payment giant, has just achieved another crucial milestone. Indeed, the UK's financial market regulator, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), has granted it the green light to offer crypto services across the entire territory of the United Kingdom. Let's take a closer look!