On Sunday, bitcoin (BTC) climbed past $ 69,000, hitting an intraday peak of $ 69,363 per coin. Over the past week, BTC gained 9.3%, expanded 63% since the start of the year, and increased by 132% over the last 12 months. The global trading volume across the crypto economy sits at $ …
XRP’s Legal Status Unshaken Amid SEC Appeal – Ripple Prepares Counterstrike
Ripple’s legal chief has reaffirmed that the core ruling declaring XRP not a security remains intact despite the appeal by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The regulator’s move challenges several other aspects of the July 2023 ruling regarding XRP. Ripple plans to file a cross-appeal, as both parties brace for a prolonged legal […]
Arthur Hayes Predicts Bitcoin Boom Amid Middle East Tensions and Inflation
Former Bitmex CEO Arthur Hayes sees a bitcoin bull market on the horizon, driven by soaring energy prices and rampant inflation as Middle East tensions escalate. He argues that rising costs will send BTC’s value surging in fiat terms, with newly printed dollars flooding the market. But while bitcoin’s future looks bright, Hayes warns investors […]
Central Banks Boost Gold Holdings Amid Global Geopolitical Tensions and Economic Uncertainty
Central banks from several nations have signaled a shift towards increasing gold reserves, citing geopolitical tensions and economic uncertainty. Officials from Mexico, Mongolia, and the Czech Republic expressed support for gold’s growing role, reflecting broader trends as central banks seek safe havens amid lower interest rates and rising risks. Central Banks Signal Increased Reliance on […]
USDS and RLUSD Stablecoins See Uptick in Supply Amid Broader Stablecoin Growth
The latest data highlights that the stablecoin market currently sits at $ 173 billion, with two recently introduced U.S. dollar-backed stablecoins showing significant growth. The decentralized finance (defi) project Sky, previously known as Makerdao, has minted 1.11 billion USDS, adding approximately 104 million coins to its supply over the past five days. In a …
Gold Fever Hits Costco: 77% of Stores Sell Out Amid Soaring Demand for Bullion
Costco’s gold bars are flying off the shelves as record-high gold prices spark a buying frenzy across the U.S. A recent survey found that 77% of Costco stores offering gold sold out in early October. The trend reflects growing demand for gold as a hedge against inflation and economic uncertainty. Costco’s Gold Bars Are Selling […]
Bitcoin Shows Mixed Signals Amid Consolidation: Is a Reversal Coming Soon?
Bitcoin (BTC) has experienced a steady decline in recent sessions, but technical indicators are sending mixed messages, hinting at a possible market shift on the horizon. Despite the bearish price trend, oscillators are providing a mix of neutral, buy, and sell signals, reflecting indecision among traders. Bitcoin On the 1-hour chart, bitcoin’s (BTC) downward trajectory […]
Bored Ape Sells for $1.43M Amid 8.78% NFT Market Decline This Week
NFT sales experienced a dip this week, dropping 8.78% compared to the previous seven days. Total sales amounted to $ 77.46 million, with a sharp decrease in both buyers (down 64.47%) and sellers (down 66.40%). Bitcoin NFTs Surge 29.36% as Overall NFT Sales Dropped Over the past week, the digital collectible market struggled, bringing …
Robert Kiyosaki Predicts ‘Everything Crash’: Bitcoin May Drop to $5,000 Amid Market Collapse
Rich Dad Poor Dad author Robert Kiyosaki predicts a catastrophic stock market crash and the collapse of “The Everything Bubble,” warning that gold, silver, and bitcoin will nosedive, triggering a global depression. He urges investors to brace for financial turmoil, saying only the prepared will emerge wealthier from the ruins. “Take bitcoin for example… it […]
FBI Warns Investors of Growing Crypto Scams Amid Billion-Dollar Losses
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has issued a warning to cryptocurrency investors, highlighting a surge in scams, particularly targeting retirees and the elderly. FBI experts explain how scammers trick victims into fake crypto investments and scare them into handing over more funds before vanishing with the money. FBI Warns of Growing Cryptocurrency Scams Amid […]
UBS Maintains Optimism in Markets Amid Middle East Uncertainty
Global investment bank UBS remains optimistic about market prospects despite escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. While fighting between Israel and Hezbollah and missile attacks from Iran have caused concern, oil prices are stable, gold remains near record highs, and U.S. recession fears are easing. UBS advises investors to hold onto risk assets, citing […]
US Spot Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs Face Net Losses Amid Volatile Market
Based on the latest data, U.S. spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) ended the day with net losses, while spot ethereum ETFs also experienced a decline. $ 18.66M Flows Out of Bitcoin ETFs as Ethereum Funds Also Falter On Tuesday, the 12 spot bitcoin ETFs saw $ 18.66 million flow out, with a trading …
Coinbase to Delist USDT in Europe Amid New EU Regulations
Coinbase has announced plans to delist Tether’s USDT and other stablecoins that do not comply with the European Union’s Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulations by December 30, 2024. This decision is part of Coinbase’s efforts to adhere to the new rules, which require stablecoin issuers to obtain an e-money license in an EU member state. […]
Robert Kiyosaki Warns of World War III Amid Global Tensions — Asks ‘Are You Prepared?’
Robert Kiyosaki, author of Rich Dad Poor Dad, has expressed concerns about World War III, warning that current global tensions could lead to catastrophic consequences. He emphasized the need for stronger leadership. This echoes past warnings from him about geopolitical threats and energy-driven conflicts. Kiyosaki Warns of World War III Amid Rising Global Tensions The […]
Mass Liquidations Impact Over 100,000 Traders Amid Crypto Market Downturn
Bitcoin’s price briefly dipped to an intraday low of $ 59,860 shortly after 9 a.m. EDT on Oct. 3, 2024. As of 1 p.m., the cryptocurrency is trading above the $ 60,000 mark, though it continues to face challenges in maintaining this key psychological level. Crypto Market Sell-Off Drives Traders to Stablecoins At …