It's a fact: decentralized finance (or DeFi) and crypto are well and truly present on the European market. In a detailed report, the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) takes a close look at this new financial era. Read on for more details!
The crypto sphere is abuzz, and Ethereum (ETH) is at the heart of this excitement. As the second-largest cryptocurrency prepares for a potential rise to $8,000, many experts and financial institutions have expressed their opinions, ranging from the most optimistic to the most cautious. Let's delve into the intricacies of this prediction and discover the factors that could support or contradict this view.
Découvrez les opinions de Justin Bons sur la gouvernance de la blockchain Ethereum et sur l’univers de la crypto en général.
It's going to be a “long and painful” war, warned Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu last Sunday. Following the series of deadly surprise attacks by Hamas last Saturday, the world is inexorably witnessing yet another bloody Israeli-Arab conflict. At present, provisional reports indicate more than 700 deaths and 2,000 injuries on the Israeli side and approximately 400 deaths on the Palestinian side. Strangely, the 'Al-Aqsa deluge' has not yet affected the cryptocurrency market. However, the crypto community remains on alert.
“Polygon in a Rough Patch? The news of Jaynti Kanani's departure comes in a context where the company is gearing up to launch Polygon 2.0. Of the 4 individuals behind this sidechain project aimed at evolving the parent Ethereum blockchain, 2 have departed, within a 6-month interval. What's really happening? Let's investigate!
Following the FTX incident, Binance opted for transparency to maintain the trust of its hundreds of millions of users. Thus, in November 2022, the crypto giant engaged Mazars, an international auditing firm, to facilitate access to reliable data concerning customers' holdings in BTC, ETH, USDT, and more. In early October, Binance released its 11th Proof-of-Reserves (PoR) report. Details follow.
One Step Forward, Two Steps Back: SEC Approves Bitcoin/Ethereum Futures ETFs, but Remains Cautious on Bitcoin Spot ETFs. Crypto Community, Financial Institutions, and U.S. Officials Grow Impatient. When Will Gary Gensler's Team Decide on Bitcoin Spot ETFs? A Former BlackRock Executive Shares Insights.
No cryptocurrency transaction should go unnoticed by the Bank for International Settlements (BIS), as they develop a suitable system to track cryptocurrency exchange flows throughout the European territory. Several European central banks have joined them in this initiative. Let's take a closer look!
Vitalik Buterin, who had recently engaged in extensive discussions about the possibility of integrating even more features into Ethereum, has once again made waves in the cryptosphere. In his view, Ethereum staking pool operator DAOs could be the source of a major systemic crisis. Let's take a closer look!
ProShares, the global leader in crypto-linked ETFs, announces the launch on Monday, October 2, of the ProShares Ether Strategy ETF (EETH), the first ETF to target the performance of the cryptocurrency ether. At the same time, ProShares is also launching two ETFs that each look to provide performance that corresponds to a blended return of bitcoin and ether.
October starts off on a high note for cryptocurrency enthusiasts. We're referring to the sudden rally that is currently propelling Bitcoin and Ethereum to new highs. Dubbed 'Uptober,' this unexpected surge is triggering optimistic forecasts within the crypto community. Leading up to it, the market has seen over $70 million in liquidated crypto shorts in just a matter of hours.
VanEck anticipates that its request for the deployment of an Ethereum ETF futures will receive approval from the SEC in the near future. This prediction is accompanied by an extensive charm offensive aimed at the crypto community. Recently, VanEck has made a commitment to donate a portion of its profits derived from its ETH ETFs to Ethereum. Details!
In a frantic race of crypto ETFs, Valkyrie Investments, already renowned for its Bitcoin Mining ETF, has once again eclipsed its competitors. The firm proudly presents the first Ethereum ETF in the US, reinforcing its pioneering status in the sector.
For several months now, PayPal has chosen to enter the world of cryptocurrency and blockchain. The major player in online payments has been launching innovative initiatives to establish itself in the crypto market. The latest crypto developments involve patent applications that would allow PayPal to dive deeper into the world of NFTs and blockchains.
The crypto arena is on the verge of a revolution. According to Bloomberg analysts, the first Ethereum Spot ETFs could make their debut in the U.S. market as early as next week.
While major international banks and other financial institutions have been embracing blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies for several months, HSBC had been content to observe, or even ignore them. But the saying goes, 'better late than never.' Thus, the $3 trillion asset banking giant has decided to make up for lost time. An alliance with the blockchain payment processor FC Pay has been established. The goal is to allow HSBC customers to pay their bills with cryptocurrencies like Shiba Inu, XRP, and more.
LINK, the cryptocurrency of Chainlink, is gaining more attention. Recent developments around the asset seem to have strengthened its appeal, pushing investors to take positions in the crypto.
While an increasing number of countries are considering launching a CBDC (Central Bank Digital Currency), Vitalik Buterin is dashing hopes. Known for being a staunch advocate of crypto, it seems he is less enthusiastic about the direction CBDC creation is taking.
According to the latest news, Coinbase's treasuries currently hold approximately 1.68 million ethers, equivalent to around $2.69 billion. Why does Vitalik Buterin, the co-founder of Ethereum, continue to replenish this American crypto exchange with ETH? The crypto community is once again pondering this question. Let's take a closer look!
From Bitcoin's meteoric rise, now surpassing Visa in transaction volume, to Binance's bold prediction about the demise of stablecoins in Europe, the news has been as varied as it has been impactful. Citigroup has also made a splashy entry into the crypto world, while the Ethereum ecosystem faces turbulence with the rejection of its Shanghai upgrade. And the FTX case, nearing its resolution, marks a pivotal moment for millions of investors. Dive with us into this weekly roundup to stay informed about the significant events of the past week.
The dominance of Bitcoin (BTC) in the crypto ecosystem has recently reached a yearly high, piquing the curiosity of investors and experts. Why this sudden resurgence? And what are the implications for altcoins?
The dynamics of the crypto market are often influenced by major transactions. Recently, an investor who participated in Ethereum's 2014 ICO caused quite a stir by transferring a colossal amount of ETH to Kraken. Should we be concerned?
'Web2 is not safe,' comments Curve Finance, which also fell victim to a cryptocurrency hack resulting in a loss of $52 million at the end of July. Balancer, a decentralized finance (DeFi) protocol deployed on Ethereum, has reported a recent attack on its frontend resulting in the loss of $238,000 in cryptocurrencies. Thus, the list of DeFi hacks continues to grow. Let's break it down!
The Shibarium is not designed to drive up the price of SHIB. But it could propel memecoin to the moon. Except that the idleness of the crypto community is delaying the long-awaited Shiba Inu bull run. To speed things up, Lucie, marketing manager of this crypto project, is urging SHIB fans to get much more active, to collaborate. Read on!
While the United States, through the SEC and CFTC, grapples with regulatory challenges in the cryptocurrency market, Germany is forging ahead. Currently, numerous German banks have already stepped into the exciting world of cryptocurrencies, and some local financial institutions believe it's time to embark on this adventure. This includes the Stuttgart Stock Exchange, which plans to launch crypto staking next year.
Market predictions in the crypto space often lead to spirited debates among investors. Recently, Benjamin Cowen, a respected analyst in the field, made some waves by forecasting a significant downturn for Ethereum (ETH) and Cardano (ADA).
The eventual validation of the Ether Futures ETF by the US SEC could shake up the crypto sector. Beyond Ethereum, iconic Ethereum network currencies such as Polygon and Uniswap could feel significant impacts.
There will be some rumblings in the crypto industry in the next few days. Because if approved, FTX will liquidate a large number of its digital assets. There's talk of a plan to sell $200 million in cryptocurrencies. Something to keep an eye on!
Cybercrime continues to plague the crypto world. Vitalik Buterin, co-founder of Ethereum, suffered a compromise of his X account, leading to considerable financial consequences for victims who followed a fraudulent link.
Once upon a time, on October 28, 2021 to be precise, SHIB reached an ATH of $0.000 081. Since that day, this cryptocurrency has been on a long downward spiral, to the detriment of the Shiba Inu community. Many crypto traders believed that the advent of Shibarium would right this wrong. Three weeks on, but the SHIB bull run has yet to show its face. However, Shytoshi Kusama, the lead developer of Shiba Inu, is said to have a solution, including the SHIB crypto burn. Zoom in!