Five days ago, the total value locked (TVL) in decentralized finance (defi) protocols exceeded the $ 80 billion mark, and since that point, it has expanded by an additional $ 11.66 billion. As it hovers above the $ 91 billion threshold, the TVL is approaching the $ 100 billion milestone, a …
Report: Nigerian Government Imposes $10 Billion Fine on Binance
The Nigerian government has reportedly slapped the cryptocurrency exchange Binance with a $ 10 billion fine. According to a Nigerian government official, Binance is being punished for causing the local currency’s recent plunge against major currencies. Binance’s Alleged Influence on the Exchange Rate The Nigerian government is reportedly demanding a $ 10 billion …
Gemini Agrees to Over $1 Billion Restoration in Settlement With New York Regulators
In an agreement with the New York Department of Financial Services (NYDFS), the Winklevoss-led cryptocurrency exchange Gemini has committed to returning over $ 1 billion to its customers. The settlement, which also includes a $ 37 million fine, comes as a significant development for the exchange amidst several ongoing legal challenges with big-name …
$30 Billion Investment Platform Approves 4 Spot Bitcoin ETFs for Clients
Carson Group, an investment platform with $ 30 billion in assets under management, has reportedly approved four spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) on its platform. The approved funds include Blackrock’s Ishares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) and Fidelity Wise Origin Bitcoin Fund (FBTC). “We feel it is important to offer these products as a result of …
4-Day $3.77 Billion Boost in Meme Coin Sector Led by PEPE, WIF, and BONK
In recent times, the meme coin sector has experienced a significant increase, climbing over 13% in the past 24 hours. In the span of the last four days, the meme token economy has expanded by $ 3.77 billion, with tokens such as pepe (PEPE) and corgiai (CORGIAI) achieving gains in the double digits. Meme …
Microstrategy Augments Bitcoin Portfolio by 3,000, Reaching 193,000 BTC Worth $9.88 Billion
On Monday, Feb. 26, 2024, Microstrategy’s Executive Chairman, Michael Saylor, shared that his company has expanded its bitcoin holdings by 3,000, elevating its total to 193,000 bitcoins valued at $ 9.88 billion at the current market rates. **Editor’s Note: Two hours following the publishing of this article bitcoin’s price is above $ 53,400 …
Defi’s Total Value Locked Hits $80 Billion in a Dramatic Turnaround Since 2022
Recent data reveals that the total value locked (TVL) in decentralized finance has jumped past the $ 80 billion milestone, reaching heights not observed since the downfall of Terra’s stablecoin in May 2022. Leading the charge in 2024 by TVL size is Lido’s liquid staking platform, with ether-based liquid staking derivatives (LSDs) securing a …
Stablecoin Market Jumps by Over $2.5 Billion in 10 Days, Led by Rise in Key Players
In the opening fortnight of February, the stablecoin domain expanded by $ 1.7 billion, marking a significant rise. The value of the fiat token crypto market has once again risen witnessing an increase exceeding $ 2.5 billion over the past ten days. Specifically, three stablecoins have driven this upswing, with the stablecoin ethena …
US District Judge Sanctions Binance’s $4.3 Billion Plea Deal
Binance Holdings is set to pay $ 4.3 billion in fines following the approval of its plea agreement with prosecutors by U.S. District Judge Richard Jones on Friday. Beyond the financial settlement, a third party will oversee Binance’s operations for a duration of five years. Historic $ 4.3 Billion Binance Settlement Approved by …
Spot Bitcoin ETFs Surge to $14.6 Billion in BTC Holdings 43 Days Post-Launch
It has been 43 days since the debut of the spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) on the American stock market, and in this time, the nine newly launched bitcoin ETFs have accumulated 287,315 bitcoins, valued at approximately $ 14.6 billion. Leading the pack is Blackrock’s IBIT, boasting a staggering 126,950.12 bitcoins on its balance …
US Judge Urged to Approve Binance’s $4.3 Billion Plea Deal
A U.S. Federal Judge has been urged to accept a plea deal from U.S. authorities with the cryptocurrency exchange, Binance. Prosecutors, in a memorandum, have asserted that the agreed-upon sanctions are commensurate with the extent of Binance’s deliberate law violations. Binance’s Alleged Refusal to Register as a Money Services Business U.S. prosecutors have reportedly urged […]
AI Crypto Assets Skyrocket With Over $10 Billion Added to the Sector in 17 Days
In the last 17 days, the value of artificial intelligence (AI) cryptocurrency assets has soared, with a significant addition of $ 10.21 billion to their overall market value. This surge aligns with the unveiling of Openai’s latest innovation, a generative AI-powered application capable of converting text into video. AI Cryptocurrency Sector Explodes With 142% …
Deltec Bank Accused of Secretly Extending a $2 Billion Credit Line to Alameda Research
Deltec Bank and Trust Ltd, based in The Bahamas, stands accused of covertly extending a $ 2 billion line of credit to Alameda Research. A lawsuit, filed by those who claim to be victims of Sam Bankman-Fried, accused Deltec of granting a three-day grace period to Alameda Research for the settlement of purchased stablecoins. …
Crypto Funds See Record $2.45 Billion Global Inflows in a Single Week: Coinshares
In an unprecedented surge, crypto funds around the globe registered record inflows totaling $ 2.45 billion last week, marking a significant uptick in investor interest. This influx has propelled the total assets under management (AUM) back to levels not seen since December 2021, signaling a strong resurgence in the crypto investment space. Record $ …
Coinbase Vaults Beyond 1 Million Bitcoin Mark, Stash Valued Over $52 Billion
On Friday, Feb. 16, 2024, bitcoin’s value hovered between $ 51,850 to $ 52,350, with onchain insights from Arkham Intelligence revealing that the Nasdaq-listed crypto exchange giant, Coinbase, now possesses over 1 million bitcoin. Based on the current market prices, the stash secured by the San Francisco-headquartered firm is valued at just above …