Gary Gensler Shares Cryptocurrency Investment Thread
Gary Gensler posted a thread about investing in cryptocurrencies. But there’s nothing new there.
Favorite SNES Games Now Live on the Bitcoin Network
The Ninjalerts project has successfully inscribed a Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES) emulator into the Bitcoin network. This innovative move allows users to play games directly in their browsers using Ordinals explorers or marketplaces.
Issuers of Spot Bitcoin ETFs Enter the Commission Race
The market is heating up, as Spot Bitcoin ETF issuers have submitted updated applications, and now are vying to provide the most attractive commission rates to their clients. Some are introducing lowered or even zero commissions for an initial period of 6-12 months. Other cases involve fees tied to a certain investment threshold.
COCA and Wirex Unveil a New Crypto Card
Financial company COCA, in partnership with Wirex, has introduced a new non-custodial MPC wallet. It boasts multiple keys for enhanced control and includes support for a debit card, effectively creating a decentralized banking card for seamless payments at various terminals.
Solana Ecosystem Tokens Experience Ongoing Price Drop
In recent weeks, tokens on the Solana blockchain have been showing a consistent downward trend, following a period of growth in late 2023. A notable example is the popular token BONK, which has declined by around 70% since its peak on December 15, 2023.
Friend․tech Offloads Assets
Decentralized social network Friend․tech has moved almost half of its earned fees ($16.6 million) to Coinbase. This move is seen as a response to lackluster user engagement on the platform, which is a key revenue generator.
Michael Saylor Targeted in Deepfake Scam
Malefactors are not resting, leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) and the likenesses of renowned crypto enthusiasts for deceptive schemes.
Etherscan Rolls Out 23 New Features in 2023
Blockchain explorer Etherscan has shared its accomplishments over the last year. The platform has introduced 23 significant new features.
Windows Introduces Copilot Key on New PC Keyboards
Microsoft recently declared its plan to integrate a Copilot key (powered by Microsoft and OpenAI’s artificial intelligence) into keyboards of the newest Windows 11 devices.
Starknet Initiates Vote on v0.13.0 Migration to Mainnet
Starknet has initiated a vote to move its v.0.13.0 from testnet to mainnet. This voting process, which will conclude on January 8, currently shows an overwhelming 99% support for the move.
ACE Exchange Founder Arrested Amid Fraud Allegations
David Pan, the founder of Taiwan’s ACE Exchange, has been arrested under suspicion of fraud. His arrest is part of a wider operation that led to the detention of 13 other individuals and the seizure of over $6.4 million in suspected illegal funds.
BingX Accused of Confiscating $90,000 in User Bonuses
A trader, known as miz, has accused the crypto exchange BingX of unjustly confiscating over $90,000 in bonuses and demanding the closure of his account. The exchange cited suspicions of high-frequency trading but declined to provide specific evidence of violations.
Could the Spot Bitcoin ETF Approval Spark Investment Interest?
The research company Security.org carried out its annual survey involving over 1,500 Americans.
Matrixport Predicts No Bitcoin ETF Approval in January
Matrixport has shifted its view on the likelihood of a Bitcoin ETF approval, now asserting that the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) will reject all such applications in January 2024. The company attributes this change in stance to the SEC’s current political dynamics and Chairman Gary Gensler’s personal opinions.
CleanSpark Miner to Launch Its Trading Desk
CleanSpark, a U.S.-based mining enterprise, is gearing up to launch its own trading desk in 2024. CEO Zachary Bradford sees this initiative as a strategic move to optimize profits, surpassing what third-party platforms offer.
LungLife AI Impresses Investors
Shares of the American firm LungLife AI, engaged in developing AI-driven diagnostic techniques for lung cancer, have seen a notable increase, peaking at a 60% rise. This boost came in the wake of publishing successful results from their LungLB test.
FTX Bankruptcy Could Be a Long Haul
Alan R. Rosenberg, an attorney with the American firm Markowitz Ringel Trusty & Hartog, believes the FTX bankruptcy process could extend over several years. The complexity is due to the vast number of creditors involved and the contentious nature of the claims. As an example, FTX’s leadership continues efforts to reclaim substantial funds transferred to various entities just before its bankruptcy.
Sam Bankman-Fried Dodges Additional Charges
The U.S. Prosecutors have chosen not to pursue extra charges against Sam Bankman-Fried (SBF) regarding bribery of officials, unauthorized money transfers, and bank fraud. Law enforcement determined that this approach was the most pragmatic.
Indian Crypto Leaders Applaud Foreign Exchange Site Bans
Leaders within India’s crypto community have largely welcomed the country’s decision to block websites of international crypto exchanges, including Binance, Huobi, and KuCoin. Nischal Shetty, the CEO of Indian exchange WazirX, has labeled this step as a move “towards greater regulatory clarity and control”.
Ledger Refutes Claims of Tracking Users
Developer REKTBuildr, who detected user tracking by the Ledger Live software, shared his exchange with the company regarding this matter. He spoke highly of the response from the Ledger development team and the technical depth of their conversation.
Indonesian Miners Charged with Electricity Theft
In Indonesia, miners were found illicitly connecting their Bitcoin mining rigs directly to the power grid poles, effectively stealing electricity. Law enforcement revealed this information after conducting multiple raids across various sites.
Nvidia Launches RTX 4090 D Exclusively for China
NVIDIA, renowned for its gaming chips and recently for artificial intelligence chips, has launched a custom version of the RTX 4090 video card, targeting the Chinese market.
Is Avalanche Set to Boost Its Meme Coins?
Avalanche has recalled its Culture Catalyst fund, established last year to empower creators, foster innovation, and advance the adoption of blockchains.
Singapore’s PM Caught in Deepfake Crypto Controversy
Singapore Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong has issued a warning about the spread of deepfake videos where he appears to endorse cryptocurrency investments promising guaranteed returns. He revealed that his deputy has also been targeted by a similar cyber attack.
U.S. Court Sides with SEC in Terraform Labs Case
U.S. Federal Judge Jed Rakoff has issued a decision favoring the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) in its legal case against Terraform Labs and its founder, Do Kwon. The ruling substantiates the SEC’s claim that the company had been selling unregistered securities to investors and that Kwon’s statements about potential profits were misleading.
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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.