Justin Bons, founder and CIO of Cybercapital, a European cryptocurrency fund, alerted about the vulnerability of smaller parties in the case of a bitcoin bank run. A price drop event would trigger the hypothetical event, forcing miners to shut down their operations due to unprofitability and affecting network operativity. Cybercapital CIO Justin Bons Alerts About […]
Final Countdown for Crypto All-Stars as $5M+ Presale Enters Last Month Before Exchange Launch
Crypto All-Stars (STARS) has become one of the biggest presale events of 2024. Investors are buzzing about the project’s take on meme coin staking, which has helped it raise over $ 5 million in early funding. With just four weeks until the STARS token presale ends, could this be the last chance to get …
MARA Piles Into Bitcoin: 5,771 BTC Bought After $1B Note Offering
MARA Holdings Inc., the largest publicly traded bitcoin mining firm, has wrapped up a $ 1 billion issuance of 0% convertible senior notes set to mature in 2030. Nasdaq Listed Bitcoin Miner MARA Buys 5,771 Bitcoin Following Sale of Convertible Notes MARA Holding, listed as MARA on Nasdaq, stated that the funds will go …
Bitcoin vs. Tulip Mania: Why the Comparison Wilts Under Scrutiny
With bitcoin reaching unprecedented heights, critics have come out in full force, dusting off age-old arguments. The tired accusations resurface: calling it a pyramid scheme, claiming it’s worthless because it isn’t physical, or likening it to the infamous Tulip mania. These overused jabs seem to have become a standard playlist whenever bitcoin captures attention. The […]
Venture Capitalist Cites Funding, Talent for Web3 Development Surge in Emerging Markets
A venture capitalist says emerging markets, particularly India, are becoming hubs for Web3 development due to attractive funding, talent, and ecosystems. India: Go-to Place for Recruiting Web3 Companies According to Tak Lee, CEO of Hashed Emergent, the declining share of Web3 development activity in North America and Europe is being offset by a surge in […]
Technologist: Decentralized Data Crowdsourcing Is Key to Countering Big Tech’s Dominance
A tech CEO proposes “democratizing” AI by using decentralized data crowdsourcing. Decentralized Data Crowdsourcing: A Path to Bias-Free AI Technologist and CEO of Synesis One, Isaac Bang, warns against the “extremely dangerous” scenario of a few tech giants hoarding data and leading the artificial intelligence (AI) race. He argues for the “democratization” of AI power, […]
Marketing Veteran: Web3 Gaming Needs Collaboration, Not Competition
Funtico’s CCO says early Web3 games failed due to poor infrastructure but says the industry has shifted its focus to improving this. Collaboration: A Win-Win for Web2 and Web3 Gaming Doron Wesly, Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) at Funtico, argues that early Web3 games struggled to compete with their Web2 counterparts due to limitations in infrastructure. […]
What’s Next for Crypto: SEC Examination Priorities in 2025
In the SEC’s latest report detailing the Examination Priorities for 2025, the Commission has reinforced its gameplan to keep a close eye on the crypto industry. As the market for digital assets continues to grow in both size and complexity—particularly with the introduction of Bitcoin ETFs and similar ETH products—the SEC’s Division of Examinations is […]
Ethereum vs. Solana: Who Will Emerge as the Top Altcoin This Cycle?
The dominance of Ethereum in defi makes it the top choice for stability and institutional-grade projects but Solana’s speed and affordability could see it outpace Ethereum in relative gains. Ethereum vs Solana: Who Emerges on Top Ethereum (ETH) and Solana (SOL) are two powerhouses in the blockchain industry, each representing different approaches to scalability, decentralization, […]
Binance Raises Compliance Staff by 34% to Meet Demands of Crypto Industry
Binance expands its compliance team to meet the growing needs of the crypto industry and its user base. Compliance Remains Vital for Binance By the end of the year, Binance, one of the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchanges, plans to have 645 full-time compliance staff members—a 34% increase from November 2023—as it continues to expand its […]
Indian Official Expresses Doubts About Crypto: ‘I Am Very Skeptical’
India’s financial services secretary expressed deep skepticism about cryptocurrency, calling it a doubtful scheme, despite the nation’s top crypto adoption ranking. Indian Official Speaks Out: ‘Very Skeptical of Cryptocurrency’ M. Nagaraju, Secretary of India’s Department of Financial Services (DFS), expressed strong doubts about cryptocurrencies during the SBI Banking & Economics Conclave on November 18, 2024. […]
SEC Unveils Plan to Compensate Investors in Mila Kunis’ Stoner Cats
The SEC seeks to compensate investors in Mila Kunis-backed Stoner Cats NFTs, which were deemed an unregistered securities offering that violated federal law. Stoner Cats Investors to Be Compensated Under SEC’s Proposed Fund Plan The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has announced a proposed plan to distribute funds collected from Stoner Cats 2 LLC […]
BTC and XRP Redefine Boundaries in US Crypto Regulation
BTC and XRP challenge securities classifications as a legal expert argues underlying assets are distinct from investment contracts, intensifying calls for regulatory clarity in crypto markets. BTC and XRP Lead Legal Shift in Crypto Investment Contract Standards A well-known advocate in the cryptocurrency community, John E. Deaton, has strongly criticized the conflation of crypto assets […]
HTX DAO Completes Q3 2024 $HTX Burn Under Liquidity Strategy Transition
US Regulator Publishes Crypto Guide With Stark FOMO Reminder
The Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA)’s new crypto guidelines spotlight risks and FOMO-driven decisions, with advice on crypto investing. New Crypto Guidelines Highlight Key Challenges for Crypto Investors The Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) has introduced a comprehensive guide for investors exploring the world of crypto assets. FINRA is a non-governmental organization that oversees brokerage […]