As the crypto community joins in celebrating the 15th anniversary of the Bitcoin white paper, Gary Gensler, the SEC chairman, takes a humorous and reflective turn on Twitter. However, behind this humor lies a deeper message for the crypto industry.
Crypto stands out as a financial revolution. At the core of this revolution, we find key players such as Solana and SwissBorg, ready to redefine trading paradigms.
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!
In the crypto sphere, where every day brings its share of surprises, Binance's supremacy is suddenly put to the test. The giant among crypto exchanges sees its throne shaken by the meteoric rise of the CME Group. But how did we get here?
The Bitcoin frenzy continues to grow, as evidenced by the significant increase in visits to its Wikipedia page. This trend, observed in the context of a surge in BTC prices and anticipation for the approval of Bitcoin Spot ETFs, requires an in-depth analysis.
The crypto industry is constantly evolving. The emergence of Layers 2, solutions designed to improve Ethereum's scalability and efficiency, is a hot topic. However, as with any innovation, dangers lurk. Vitalik Buterin, one of the brightest minds behind Ethereum, sheds light on these potential dangers.
The Bitcoin, a flagship currency in this universe, is at the center of attention. With the arrival of November, investors, experts, and the curious pose an essential question: will Bitcoin continue its meteoric rise or experience a spectacular fall?
Dubai, October 25, 2023 â The 11th edition of the Blockchain Life Forum, widely recognized as the premier meeting point for global cryptocurrency leaders, concluded with a gathering of over 7000 attendees from 120 countries. Blockchain Life has become the center of crypto activities, as well as one of the largest and most important events in the world, summing up the Crypto Year.
X (formerly Twitter) has lost more than half its purchase price. The culprit is known!
His supporters chanted âfive more yearsâ, and he accepted their request to run for El Salvador's next presidential term. And yet, his political opponents have never accepted the legalization of bitcoin. Let alone this second term at the head of the country. But Nayib Bukele, who is used to seeing things through, persists.
Although criticized for its carbon footprint, crypto mining, and bitcoin mining in particular, is a profitable business. It is dominated by large, financially powerful companies. But the operation remains accessible to a handful of independents, some of whom are renowned for their efficiency.
In a recent report, the UN looks at the energy consumption of Bitcoin, highlighting a close link between the price of BTC and its energy consumption. But what is the reality?
The BRICS have officially decided to leave the dollar. In the meantime, the question of the currency's use in settling international transactions seems to be a point of contention between the member countries. Here's what it's all about.
The unprecedented boom in options on the Ethereum crypto (ETH) has taken many in the ecosystem by surprise. ETH option block volumes recently passed the impressive threshold of $250 million. Behind this figure lies a complex phenomenon, tinged with both opportunities and challenges.
Stablecoins, much like crypto assets, do not enjoy unanimous support from governments. Even though stablecoins appear to offer more security, Japan is grappling with a crucial question: are they as reliable as they seem? And in case they are not, how can greater security be ensured in the sector?
What is the state of crypto adoption in the Maghreb? It's not an insignificant question, especially as the region is far from being the continent's crypto powerhouse. Sub-Saharan Africa is leading the way, driven in particular by Nigeria. Figures show that in this West African country, more and more people are holding cryptos or are aware of their existence. In fact, several Maghreb countries are not far behind in this dynamic, even if the relative weakness of this craze must be acknowledged. In what follows, we look at the trends in crypto adoption in the Maghreb and the reasons behind them.
China's hegemonic ambitions in the economic sphere have been well-known. The desire of the Asian giant and its BRICS partners to move away from the dollar is essentially an expression of this ambition. This ambition has recently seen progress involving the euro, the currency used in the European area.
In the frenzied race for asset dominance, Bitcoin, once a marginal cryptocurrency, has written a new chapter in history by surpassing Tesla. This unexpected turn challenges the established order and echoes the tumultuous movements of the global financial ecosystem.
Enabling the creation of private accounts in Ethereum is the goal of Nocturne Labs. In a seed funding round that raised $6 million, the specialist in anonymous transactions received support from several notable entities, such as Robot Ventures, Bankless Ventures, and more. To the surprise of many, Vitalik Buterin, co-founder of Ethereum, reached into his pocket to support the project.
Elon Musk is certainly one of the most prominent visionaries in the tech ecosystem. He believes that this industry, vital for the American economy, is unduly burdened by unsustainable regulatory pressure. While the tech sector is more dynamic than ever, the businessman is calling for deregulation policies. At the same time, the CEO of X wants to put an end to the proliferation of crypto-bots.
Binance, one of the leading cryptocurrency exchange platforms, is facing a technical obstacle. Cryptocurrency withdrawals are temporarily suspended, causing concern among users. What exactly is happening?
After coming perilously close to the worst during the crypto exchange FTX's fall, Solana has skyrocketed in the charts. Staking the Solana (SOL) cryptocurrency, which is now one of the top-performing cryptos of 2023, has generated over 200% in profits throughout the year. A performance that completely outshines that of its competitor, Ethereum.
"The Bitcoin Spot ETF is a financial product that allows investors to access the Bitcoin market without directly owning the cryptocurrency. According to a study by Galaxy Research, the Bitcoin ETF could experience tremendous success in the years to come. Details below!
The year 2023 will be remembered as a tumultuous period for cryptocurrency investors. While the market faced challenges, such as the overall cryptocurrency market cap contraction, Ethereum's depreciation, and a decline in total value invested in decentralized finance (DeFi), it also witnessed significant progress. Among these advancements, notable developments include continued institutional adoption, a growing interest in layer 2 solutions, and, most importantly, significant changes in cryptocurrency regulation. This article will specifically explore the recent developments in cryptocurrency regulation within the EU and on a global scale. Let's take a closer look.
On Monday October 23, the Depository Trust and Clearing Corporation (DTCC) had listed BlackRock's iShares Bitcoin Trust (iBTC), to which it had added the ticker. This symbol, used to identify the asset manager's ETF, was withdrawn on Tuesday October 24. The latest news confirms the relisting of BlackRock's Bitcoin ETF.
The crypto industry is rocked by a series of major departures at Binance, one of the key players in the sector. These resignations, including that of the head of Binance UK and the director of Binance France, reflect the turbulence the crypto company is currently facing. Let's delve into the behind-the-scenes of these departures.
A Chinese multinational has just made its first-ever purchase of oil using the digital yuan (CBDC). The petrodollar is facing challenges.
The rapid rise of Bitcoin has not only been a windfall for optimistic investors. It has also triggered an unexpected wave of liquidations, hitting hard traders who had bet on a drop in the digital currency. A true earthquake in the volatile world of crypto, where nothing is ever truly predictable.
Chainalysis has published its annual ranking of countries based on their affinity for Bitcoin, stablecoins, and other cryptocurrencies.
Bitcoin, the digital currency often seen as the barometer of the entire crypto market, has seen a meteoric rise. But what are the reasons for this rise, and what are the stakes for the future?