The SEC’s anti-crypto grip falters as Commissioner Lizárraga and Chair Gensler exit, clearing the path for a pro-crypto revolution in U.S. markets. SEC’s Anti-Crypto Stance Wavers as Another Key Resignation Hits U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Commissioner Jaime Lizárraga has announced his intention to step down from the agency on Jan. 17, 2025. In […]
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 …
Dormant Bitcoin Whale Awakens: 500 BTC Moved After 8 Years, $5.7M Sent to Gemini
On Thursday, bitcoin (BTC) hit $ 98,367 per coin before sliding to $ 96,524. That same day, a dormant whale from 2016 stirred after eight years, spending a hefty 500 BTC, now valued at $ 48.26 million. Long-Term Holders Come out of the Woodwork Long-term holders (LTHs) are stepping into the spotlight …
Report: Polymarket Under DOJ Probe After Explosive Bets on Trump-Harris Election
A Bloomberg report suggests that the prediction market Polymarket has caught the eye of the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), potentially facing a probe. ‘In the Face of Adversity, We Build’: Polymarket Responds to Scrutiny From Federal Authorities After an FBI raid on Polymarket CEO Shayne Coplan’s residence, Bloomberg reports that the DOJ has initiated […]
Dogwifhat Price Prediction: After 39% Pump, Are WIF and STARS Next to Explode Like Dogecoin?
For meme coin investors, this week has been nothing short of euphoric. Dogecoin has led the way by doubling in price, but smaller meme coins are taking over. Dogwifhat has pumped 44% today – can it continue gaining, or is viral presale Crypto All-Stars a better investment? Coinbase Listing Sparks WIF Gold Rush Investors are […]
Coinbase Stock Up 20% in 24 Hours After BTC Rallies to New All-Time High
Coinbase stock COIN hit a new 52-week high of just over $ 328 on Nov. 11, driven by a surge in bitcoin’s value and overall market enthusiasm. Donald Trump-Inspired Enthusiasm On Nov. 11, the stock of the cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase (COIN) hit a new 52-week high of just over $ 328. The stock’s …
Report: Crypto Traders Lean Toward Leveraged Long Positions After Trump Victory
A report indicates that post-U.S. elections, traders are favoring leveraged long positions in perpetuals and futures contracts. Trump’s Victory Brings Stability to Markets According to a new report by Bybit and Block Scholes, market trends in the period immediately after the U.S. elections suggest traders are leaning strongly toward leveraged long positions, especially in perpetuals […]
California Pulls Blockfi’s Lending License, Slaps Fines After Regulatory Breach
The California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation (DFPI) has revoked Blockfi Lending LLC’s finance lending license for violations under California’s Financing Law (CFL). Blockfi agreed to the revocation and to halt certain practices deemed harmful, following an examination that revealed the company failed to assess borrowers’ repayment ability, charged interest before disbursement, neglected to […]
Trader’s Successful Donald Trump Bets Prompts French Regulator to Go After Polymarket
The French gambling regulator is considering banning access to the predictions market Polymarket despite the platform not specifically targeting French users. Polymarket’s Political Predictions Ruffle Feathers The French gambling regulator, the National Gaming Authority (NGA), is reportedly contemplating banning access to the predictions market Polymarket. An anonymous source in the NGA said the regulator can […]
Bitcoin Interest Rebounds After Price Uptick—What Google Trends Metrics Show
According to recent data from Google Trends, interest in the search term “bitcoin†has nudged upward, showing a modest rise after hitting notably low points over both the five-year and 90-day views. Bitcoin Interest Makes a Comeback Interest in the search term “bitcoin†has picked up since the recent price uptick, with a notable rise […]
Grass Network’s GRASS Token Falls Short in Market Debut After Airdrop
Following its much-anticipated airdrop, Grass’s GRASS token struggles to gain momentum in a challenging market debut on Oct. 28, 2024. GRASS Token Airdrop Stumbles Amid Technical Issues and Market Decline The Grass network, a decentralized layer two (L2) platform on Solana, offers users the option to share their unused internet bandwidth to support data collection […]
Ripple CEO Loses Bank Account After 25 Years, Given 5 Days to Withdraw Funds
Ripple’s CEO has revealed that his 25-year-old bank account was closed due to his role leading a crypto company, underscoring rising regulatory pressures and uncertain U.S. policies. Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse’s Bank Account Closed by Major Institution After 25 Years Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse has disclosed he was recently debanked, citing increased regulatory scrutiny impacting […]
Former US Federal Agent Freed From Nigerian Prison After 8 Months
Tigran Gambaryan, a U.S. citizen and former federal agent detained in Nigeria for eight months, has been released. The charges against him, brought by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, were dropped. The release of the Binance executive from one of Nigeria’s notorious prisons followed intense lobbying by U.S. politicians who were urging the Biden […]
Tesla Holds Bitcoin Steady After BTC Wallet Transfers Spark Speculation
Tesla has reported stable bitcoin holdings for Q3 2024, despite transferring its 11,509 BTC to new wallets. The move, which sparked speculation but did not signal a sale, suggests routine security measures. Tesla posted $ 25.2 billion in revenue and $ 2.7 billion in profits, driven by record vehicle deliveries and a 52% …
Trump Takes Commanding Lead Over Harris on Prediction Markets After McDonald’s AppearanceÂ
Former President Donald Trump reached a new high on the predictions market Polymarket on Monday rising to 62.6% while his competitor Vice President Kamala Harris now stands with a 37.5% lead. The news follows Trump joining the team at a McDonald’s in Feasterville-Trevose, Bucks County, Pennsylvania. Trump’s Strong Lead Surges Ahead of Harris as Election […]