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A crypto that drops like Cardano? It's not the end of the world, just 11% in 48 hours. Hang in there!

Goldman Sachs has made a resounding statement about the future of the dollar. Indeed, the banking giant anticipates a gradual weakening of the American currency, a direct consequence of the Federal Reserve's (Fed) interest rate cuts. The significance of this announcement lies not only in its impact on foreign exchange markets but also in global investment strategies, especially in a context where cryptocurrencies continue to establish themselves as alternative safe havens.

There are countries where people are forced to use a CBDC, and others, like Norway, where it is legally required to accept cash.

In 2024, the financial sector must face increasingly complex compliance challenges. Institutions are juggling disparate processes that lead to high costs and security risks. However, the combination of blockchain and artificial intelligence (AI) offers an innovative solution to improve these processes. This article explores the main compliance challenges and how Wecan Group, with its Wecan Comply product, is transforming this landscape.

As the end of the year approaches, all eyes are on Bitcoin, whose historical and current performances are sparking intense debates within the crypto community. Indeed, after a notable drop of 7% from its last local peak, investors view this correction not as a threat, but as an opportunity. Thus, Bitcoin's key metrics seem to be "resetting", which could prepare the crypto for a major movement in the last quarter of 2024.

Bitwise sorts the heavy artillery with an XRP ETF, but the SEC is slower than a turtle on vacation.

Solana seems to be drawing all the attention again, as the volumes of its decentralized applications (DApps) soared by 46% in just a week. In a market where projects sometimes struggle to maintain their momentum, this performance could herald a new dynamic for the network, particularly for its native cryptocurrency, SOL. At a time when the altcoin sector is undergoing a widespread correction, Solana stands out for its resilience, advanced technology, and growing adoption.

Xavier Niel does not mince his words when he talks about Elon Musk. The founder of Free, a telecom pioneer, delivers a clear opinion on the boss of Tesla, SpaceX, and X (formerly Twitter). In his book Une sacrée envie de foutre le bordel, Niel calls Musk an undeniable genius…

The future of AI is about to take a major leap forward with the launch of the AI Marketplace on October 9th. This game-changing platform, powered by SambaNova Systems, is set to revolutionize how we interact with AI technologies, making them accessible to businesses and developers alike.

The SUI-Litecoin duel ends with a technical KO: SUI rakes in the billions, while Litecoin cheers from the 21st place!

Bitcoin is experiencing a significant decline, reigniting investor concerns. After approaching $66,000 last week, its price dropped to $62,501 this Tuesday, representing a decrease of 5.3%.

New massive acquisition: Metaplanet invests another $6.9 million in Bitcoin. We deliver all the details in this article.

The American economy is going through a pivotal phase, where every word spoken by the Federal Reserve Chairman, Jerome POWELL, is scrutinized with particular attention. Indeed, he has expressed cautious optimism about the possibility of reducing inflation to 2%, the Fed's target. This statement is not only crucial for traditional markets, but it could also be the catalyst for a new major rally in Bitcoin.

A combination of global economic fears and speculation surrounding a potential bubble in the artificial intelligence (AI) sector is shaking Bitcoin, leading to a loss of investor confidence. Yesterday, September 30th, Bitcoin recorded a drop. This decline is merely a symptom of a deeper malaise affecting the entire crypto market. Amid fears of a global recession and speculation about tech bubbles, investors are watching every move with apprehension.

The crypto market continues to evolve at a steady pace, but certain asset classes are struggling to convince investors. This is particularly the case with Ethereum ETFs, which, despite their potential, have failed to capture the expected interest. BlackRock, one of the world’s largest asset managers, has expressed its disappointment…

Small traders have deserted the Bitcoin ship, leaving the whales to play among themselves without making too many waves.

Ethereum, the second largest blockchain in the world, is once again in the spotlight. As its network continues to gain popularity, particularly due to the rise of decentralized finance (DeFi) platforms, a recurring issue has resurfaced: the surge in transaction fees. Indeed, with record volumes on decentralized exchanges (DEX) and an exponential increase in the number of active addresses, Ethereum is facing growing congestion that directly impacts its users.

As the Federal Reserve (Fed) starts to change course on interest rates, Tether and four other stablecoin issuers risk seeing $625 million in annual interest income melt away. This upheaval, revealed by a recent CCData report, highlights stablecoins’ reliance on U.S. Treasury bonds, a crucial pillar of their economic model.

Bitcoin is skating at $63,000, while SUI is diving faster than a stone. The crypto market is going wild... downwards.

Promise, sworn, spit! FTX creditors recover their funds... finally, just 10%. The rest? For the shareholders, of course!

Coinbase, one of the leading cryptocurrency exchange platforms, recently launched a new product called cbBTC, a wrapped version of Bitcoin (BTC). This launch marks a significant step in the integration of Bitcoin into the decentralized finance (DeFi) ecosystem.

For a long time, memecoins, these cryptos inspired by online popular culture, have intrigued as much as they have divided, but their ability to capture billions in record time is undeniable. Last week, Shiba Inu, one of the most popular memecoins, saw a spectacular jump of 42%, adding 6 billion dollars to its market capitalization. What explains this sudden resurgence of interest in memecoins, and what implications could this have on the broader crypto ecosystem?

A few days after reaching a peak of $161, the cryptocurrency Solana (SOL) pauses in its recent ascent. The flagship token of the high-performance blockchain ecosystem is experiencing a slight correction, raising questions about the sustainability of its bullish momentum.

As the crypto sector appears to be entering a maturation phase, Grayscale's new report for the fourth quarter of 2024 unveils key trends to watch. With the rise of decentralized artificial intelligence platforms, the tokenization of traditional assets, and significant changes within major cryptos, this report outlines a valuable roadmap for understanding the upcoming developments.

Amid revolutionary announcements, technological evolutions, and regulatory turbulence, the crypto ecosystem continues to prove that it is both a territory of limitless innovations and a battlefield of regulatory and economic strife. Here is a summary of the most significant news from the past week regarding Bitcoin, Ethereum, Binance, Solana, and Ripple.

Amid a period of global economic volatility, Saudi Arabia has made a decision that could redefine energy and geopolitical balances. As the price of a barrel of oil reached 100 dollars, Riyadh chose to significantly increase its oil production, a maneuver aimed at lowering crude prices in international markets.

Traditional finance is closely monitoring the fluctuations in the crypto market. These last few days could well redefine the future of these assets in the United States. Indeed, Bitcoin ETFs based in the land of Uncle Sam have experienced a record week, with over $1.1 billion in inflows. These figures reflect the increased confidence of institutional investors, as well as the growing influence of Bitcoin-backed financial products in American portfolios.

While the entire market appeared to be sinking into a slowdown phase in recent weeks, the trading volumes of decentralized exchanges (DEX) on the Solana, Base, and Sui networks have surged significantly. This unexpected resurgence is partly fueled by the performance of memecoins and the general optimism surrounding global economic decisions. In a context where every decision made by major financial players can create waves, this increase is drawing the attention of keen observers.