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Will the ECB Follow the U.S. in Adding BTC to Reserves?

Will the ECB Follow the U.S. in Adding BTC to Reserves?

European countries are exploring the possibility of including BTC in their reserves to keep up with the U.S. in the growing race for leadership in the global digital asset market. With the rapid development of the crypto industry and increasing interest from investors and financial institutions, this issue is gaining urgency.

30 Dec 2024
BTC and ETH Price Predictions for 2025 by Galaxy Research

BTC and ETH Price Predictions for 2025 by Galaxy Research

Galaxy Research, the analytics arm of financial firm Galaxy, shared its 2025 crypto predictions on social media platform X. Highlights include BTC and ETH price projections, DeFi trends, L2 network insights, and more.

30 Dec 2024
EU Tightens Cryptocurrency Regulations

EU Tightens Cryptocurrency Regulations

Starting December 30, 2024, European virtual asset service providers (VASPs)—including crypto exchanges, trading platforms, and centralized wallets—must comply with the Travel Rule. This regulation is aimed at bolstering anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorism financing (CTF) measures.

30 Dec 2024
Bitget to Cut BGB Supply with 800M Token Burn

Bitget to Cut BGB Supply with 800M Token Burn

The updated Bitget Token (BGB) whitepaper aims to refine token dynamics and enhance the user experience.

27 Dec 2024
Is the “Santa Claus Rally” Skipping Crypto This Year?

Is the “Santa Claus Rally” Skipping Crypto This Year?

Spanning the last five trading days of December and the first two of January, the “Santa Claus Rally” has often brought festive gains. This year, though, it seems to have taken a holiday itself.

27 Dec 2024
DeFi Losses Plummet by 40% in 2024 — Hacken Report

DeFi Losses Plummet by 40% in 2024 — Hacken Report

The decentralized finance (DeFi) sector made strides in 2024, with total losses reduced from $787 million in 2023 to $474 million. This improvement underscores advancements in security across the ecosystem.

27 Dec 2024
Solana Co-Founder’s Divorce — Crypto at the Center of Dispute

Solana Co-Founder’s Divorce — Crypto at the Center of Dispute

When crypto enters the equation, divorce proceedings take a unique turn. Solana’s Stephen Eckridge faces backlash from his ex, Eliza Rossi, over his handling of staking income during their separation.

27 Dec 2024
Tether Shifts Focus: From Stablecoins to Diversified Investments

Tether Shifts Focus: From Stablecoins to Diversified Investments

After multiple delistings of its USDT stablecoin from European exchanges, Tether is pivoting towards risk diversification and investing in promising Web3 projects.

27 Dec 2024
Solana Validators’ Income Increased 20x in One Year

Solana Validators’ Income Increased 20x in One Year

According to Kairos Research, Solana blockchain validators using Jito software earned over $300 million in the past two months through Jito Tips.

27 Dec 2024
Ramaswamy’s Strive Seeks Approval for Bitcoin Bond ETF

Ramaswamy’s Strive Seeks Approval for Bitcoin Bond ETF

Strive, founded by entrepreneur and political leader Vivek Ramaswamy, has filed for an exchange-traded fund (ETF) focused on investing in convertible bonds issued by corporate Bitcoin holders.

27 Dec 2024
What Are the Top Crypto Gainers of 2024?

What Are the Top Crypto Gainers of 2024?

In 2024, several cryptocurrencies achieved remarkable growth. The most profitable sectors included artificial intelligence, meme culture, and the tokenization of real-world assets (RWA).

27 Dec 2024
KULR Technology Buys 217.18 Bitcoins, Launches BTC Treasury

KULR Technology Buys 217.18 Bitcoins, Launches BTC Treasury

KULR Technology, a leading energy management platform, announced it has acquired 217.18 Bitcoins paying around $96,500 per coin. In total, the company paid around $21 million.

26 Dec 2024
No Bitcoin Reserves for Japan: Here’s What the PM Said

No Bitcoin Reserves for Japan: Here’s What the PM Said

Amid global conversations about national Bitcoin reserves, the Japanese government has issued an official response to House of Councillors member Satoshi Hamada’s proposal.

26 Dec 2024
A Christmas Miracle: Crypto Community Stands with Mira

A Christmas Miracle: Crypto Community Stands with Mira

This isn’t a story about the meteoric rise of a new cryptocurrency. It’s about the incredible power of unity and compassion within the crypto community, which came together this Christmas to support a young girl battling cancer.

26 Dec 2024
MOVE Rises 60% in a Week Despite Overall Market Decline

MOVE Rises 60% in a Week Despite Overall Market Decline

Movement Network’s native cryptocurrency MOVE, launched on December 9, 2024, is among the top gainers of the week.

26 Dec 2024
Meme Coins and Rug Pulls: A Rising Threat in 2025

Meme Coins and Rug Pulls: A Rising Threat in 2025

The meme coin frenzy of 2024 has created both new opportunities and significant risks for the crypto market, warn experts from blockchain security auditor Hacken.

26 Dec 2024
DMM Bitcoin Client Accounts to Be Transferred to SBI Group

DMM Bitcoin Client Accounts to Be Transferred to SBI Group

Japan’s financial corporation SBI Group has officially announced the acquisition of client accounts and assets from the bankrupt cryptocurrency exchange DMM Bitcoin.

26 Dec 2024
Bitcoin Reserve on Binance Hits Its Lowest Since Jan. 2024

Bitcoin Reserve on Binance Hits Its Lowest Since Jan. 2024

According to on-chain data analytics from CryptoQuant, Bitcoin reserves on Binance hit their lowest level since the start of the year.

26 Dec 2024
El Salvador and russia Eye Crypto Ties Amid Geopolitical Tensions

El Salvador and russia Eye Crypto Ties Amid Geopolitical Tensions

President Nayib Bukele of El Salvador is reportedly planning a 2025 visit to russia, where cryptocurrency and cross-border crypto payments will headline discussions. Still, the geopolitical landscape raises questions about the visit’s feasibility.

26 Dec 2024
2024 Crypto Breaches — A Quarterly Analysis

2024 Crypto Breaches — A Quarterly Analysis

Major security failures rocked the crypto world throughout 2024, with centralized and decentralized platforms falling victim to sophisticated attacks each quarter.

26 Dec 2024
Animoca Brands Co-Founder Yat Siu’s X Account Hacked

Animoca Brands Co-Founder Yat Siu’s X Account Hacked

Hackers continue to actively target X accounts belonging to crypto founders and companies.

26 Dec 2024
South Korea Sanctions North Korean Hackers Over Crypto Theft

South Korea Sanctions North Korean Hackers Over Crypto Theft

In response to rising cybercrimes, South Korea announced sanctions on December 26 targeting 15 individuals and one IT company from North Korea tied to digital asset theft.

26 Dec 2024
Vitalik Buterin’s $293K Gift to Save a Pygmy Hippo

Vitalik Buterin’s $293K Gift to Save a Pygmy Hippo

Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin has made a heartfelt donation of 10 million Thai Baht ($293,000) to help Moo Deng, a baby pygmy hippo, through the Wildlife Sponsorship Program.

26 Dec 2024
PancakeSwap Achieves Record Trading Volume

PancakeSwap Achieves Record Trading Volume

The decentralized exchange (DEX) PancakeSwap has capped 2024 on a high note, reporting record-breaking trading activity.

24 Dec 2024
Did North Korean Hackers Sink DMM Exchange with a $308M Heist?

Did North Korean Hackers Sink DMM Exchange with a $308M Heist?

U.S. and Japanese authorities have identified North Korean hackers as the perpetrators behind the May 2024 breach of the DMM crypto exchange, resulting in a loss of $308 million.

24 Dec 2024

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Who Is Crypto Kaleo: A Market Analyst with 700,000 Followers

Who Is Crypto Kaleo: A Market Analyst with 700,000 Followers

Crypto Kaleo is a renowned crypto trader and one of the most followed influencers in the industry. Active since 2017, he has built a strong presence on X, TradingView, and other platforms, sharing technical analysis, market predictions, and insightful commentary on the crypto space.

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Zora Network Reviewed: A Testnet Guide

Zora Network Reviewed: A Testnet Guide

Are sky-high Ethereum fees getting you down? The folks at Zora have come up with an alternative, introducing their Layer 2 solution with lower transaction fees. This article will walk you through how to get involved with the project and earn some rewards.