First Mover Asia: Tailwinds for South Korea's Crypto Industry; Bitcoin, Ether Plunge

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 31. 23:03

First Mover Asia: Tailwinds for South Korea's Crypto Industry; Bitcoin, Ether Plunge The report earlier this week of SK Group's $1.6 billion investment over the next three years on semiconductors and blockchain follows a presidential campaign that made crypto-friendly policies an important issue; major altcoins also decline.

Newly Introduced Bill Aims to Bring Transparency to the Stablecoin Marketplace

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 31. 22:11

Newly Introduced Bill Aims to Bring Transparency to the Stablecoin Marketplace The days of murky stablecoin reserves might soon be over.

OpenSea Exec Who Quit After ‘Insider Trading’ Scandal Is Back With NFT Platform

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 31. 22:09

OpenSea Exec Who Quit After ‘Insider Trading’ Scandal Is Back With NFT Platform Two pitch decks seen by CoinDesk show that OpenSea’s former head of product, Nate Chastain, is building a platform to simplify the NFT discovery process.

Bitcoin Miner Greenidge Q4 Revenue Matches Estimate; Reiterates Hashrate Guidance

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 31. 21:47

Bitcoin Miner Greenidge Q4 Revenue Matches Estimate; Reiterates Hashrate Guidance The company also said permission for its operations to continue at its New York facility has been delayed again.

What Netflix’s QuadrigaCX Documentary Gets Right – and Wrong – About One of Crypto’s Worst Scandals

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 31. 21:01

What Netflix’s QuadrigaCX Documentary Gets Right – and Wrong – About One of Crypto’s Worst Scandals Is “Trust No One: The Hunt for the Crypto King” worth watching? Two CoinDesk staffers watched the film and came away with different conclusions.

Blockchain Security Firm CertiK Just Raised $88M, SEC Docs Show

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 31. 20:45

Blockchain Security Firm CertiK Just Raised $88M, SEC Docs Show The equity sale opened on March 23 and 15 investors have chipped in funding.

Wall Street Watchdog Cautions Banks on Trading Crypto Derivatives

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 31. 20:41

Wall Street Watchdog Cautions Banks on Trading Crypto Derivatives Goldman Sachs completed a novel crypto OTC trade last week, something Acting Comptroller of the Currency Michael Hsu warned may lead to further tail risks.

Market Wrap: Cryptos Slide Amid Higher Volatility; Returns Typically Strong in April

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 31. 20:22

Market Wrap: Cryptos Slide Amid Higher Volatility; Returns Typically Strong in April Bitcoin (BTC) and other cryptos declined on Thursday as bullish sentiment began to fade. In March, altcoins outperformed bitcoin, which typically occurs in a rising market. Seasonal data points to higher returns in April and May for both cryptos and stocks.

I’m Not Anti-Crypto, Says Architect of Controversial EU Money Laundering Proposal

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 31. 20:10

I’m Not Anti-Crypto, Says Architect of Controversial EU Money Laundering Proposal In an exclusive interview, Belgium’s Assita Kanko tells CoinDesk she just wants to stop anonymous payments being used for crime – but her claims seem unlikely to impress an industry that complains of privacy violations and stifling innovation.

Buenos Aires to Launch a Self-Sovereign Digital Identity Protocol

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 31. 20:03

Buenos Aires to Launch a Self-Sovereign Digital Identity Protocol The framework is expected to be operational no later than the first quarter of 2023, according to a city official.

Buenos Aires to Create Digital Identity Platform

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 31. 20:03

Buenos Aires to Create Digital Identity Platform The framework is expected to be operational no later than the first quarter of 2023, according to a city official.

Bitcoin Dips From $48K Resistance; Support at $43K

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 31. 18:48

Bitcoin Dips From $48K Resistance; Support at $43K Bitcoin (BTC) is declining from overbought levels, although buyers could remain active around $43K support. Sellers could remain active into the Asia trading day until oversold signals appear on intraday charts.

CFTC Chief Says FTX Plan Could Make Crypto Markets 'More Efficient'

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 31. 17:41

CFTC Chief Says FTX Plan Could Make Crypto Markets 'More Efficient' CFTC Chair Rostin Behnam told House lawmakers Thursday his agency was giving a FTX.US proposal on directly clearing customers' derivatives trades serious consideration. He suggested the FTX idea could improve market efficiency, though he said he didn't yet support the proposal. Behnam repeatedly said the CFTC must support "responsible innovation."

Bitcoin's March Gains Help Erase Memories (and Losses) From Awful 2022 Start

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 31. 17:34

Bitcoin's March Gains Help Erase Memories (and Losses) From Awful 2022 Start Cardano and Solana were up 27%, outperforming bitcoin's monthly gains.

Galaxy Digital Tweaks BitGo Purchase Terms as It Awaits SEC Action

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 31. 16:34

Galaxy Digital Tweaks BitGo Purchase Terms as It Awaits SEC Action The acquisition was announced last May with an expectation of closing by the end of 2021.

Crypto Should Disrupt Current Anti-Money Laundering Practices, Not Adopt Them

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 31. 16:30

Crypto Should Disrupt Current Anti-Money Laundering Practices, Not Adopt Them Modern know-your-customer, anti-money laundering regulations are ineffective; crypto represents a better option to address this problem.

Ola Finance Exploited for $3.6M in Re-Entrancy Attack

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 31. 15:56

Ola Finance Exploited for $3.6M in Re-Entrancy Attack The attack took place on the DeFi protocol’s implementation on the Fuse blockchain.

The UK Wants to Regulate Crypto: Here's What That Could Look Like

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 31. 15:02

The UK Wants to Regulate Crypto: Here's What That Could Look Like The United Kingdom is set to create a broad regulatory framework detailing how cryptocurrency businesses can set up shop and operate in the country.

DeFi Portal 1inch Launches Wallet App on Android

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 31. 15:00

DeFi Portal 1inch Launches Wallet App on Android The move comes nearly one year after the app became available on Apple's iPhone.

Binance Is Sponsoring the Grammys This Year

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 31. 14:27

Binance Is Sponsoring the Grammys This Year The crypto exchange said Web 3 initiatives with the Recording Academy are also in the works.

Russia Sanctions Could Spur Use of Crypto: IMF's Gopinath

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 31. 14:23

Russia Sanctions Could Spur Use of Crypto: IMF's Gopinath Gita Gopinath advocated for a coordinated approach to fill the gap in international regulation.

A16z Leads $4.8M Round for P2E Gaming Startup Battlebound

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 31. 14:00

A16z Leads $4.8M Round for P2E Gaming Startup Battlebound Battlebound will use the capital for phased launches of its two newest game titles.

BitMEX CEO, CFO's Bid for German Bank Fails: Report

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 31. 13:43

BitMEX CEO, CFO's Bid for German Bank Fails: Report The deal, which was expected to complete later this year, was called off by a mutual agreement, according to report.

Biden Executive Order, Ukraine War Present US Lawmakers an Unprecedented Crypto Learning Opportunity

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 31. 13:30

Biden Executive Order, Ukraine War Present US Lawmakers an Unprecedented Crypto Learning Opportunity Ukraine’s use of crypto to secure valuable donations and the Biden Administration’s Crypto Executive Order will allow the industry to show how digital assets can be a force for good.

First Mover Americas: Ether-Bitcoin Ratio on Track for Monthly Gain

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 31. 13:23

First Mover Americas: Ether-Bitcoin Ratio on Track for Monthly Gain The latest moves in crypto markets in context for March 30, 2022.

EU Parliament Votes on Privacy-Busting Crypto Rules as Industry Rails Against Proposals

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 31. 13:18

EU Parliament Votes on Privacy-Busting Crypto Rules as Industry Rails Against Proposals The move by lawmakers Thursday is set to end even the smallest anonymous crypto transactions, and could see unregulated exchanges cut off from the financial system.

EU Parliament Passes Privacy-Busting Crypto Rules Despite Industry Criticism

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 31. 13:18

EU Parliament Passes Privacy-Busting Crypto Rules Despite Industry Criticism The move by lawmakers Thursday is set to end even the smallest anonymous crypto transactions, and could see unregulated exchanges cut off from the financial system.

Fed’s Preferred Inflation Gauge Up 6.4% in February to Four-Decade High

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 31. 13:12

Fed’s Preferred Inflation Gauge Up 6.4% in February to Four-Decade High Bitcoin traders were monitoring the PCE Price index for signs of whether price increases are accelerating.

BNY Mellon to Custody Assets Backing Circle's USDC Stablecoin

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 31. 13:01

BNY Mellon to Custody Assets Backing Circle's USDC Stablecoin The relationship likely carries publicity upside for both financial brands.

CleanSpark Aims to Be Among Top Bitcoin Miners With Up to 500MW Expansion

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 31. 13:00

CleanSpark Aims to Be Among Top Bitcoin Miners With Up to 500MW Expansion The deal with Houston-based Lancium will give CleanSpark a mining hashrate of 16 EH/s by spring 2023.

The Growing Digital Asset Lifeline in Ukraine

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 31. 12:50

The Growing Digital Asset Lifeline in Ukraine Crypto donations have been a major source of support for Ukraine’s defense and humanitarian efforts. Meanwhile, Russian citizens may also embrace crypto more as their economy and currency craters due to international sanctions.

Solana’s SOL Highest Gainer Among Major Cryptos as Bitcoin Holds $47K

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 31. 12:37

Solana’s SOL Highest Gainer Among Major Cryptos as Bitcoin Holds $47K Investors are now looking to allocate to altcoins and other major cryptocurrencies as appetite for risk is back, one analyst said.

Zilliqa's ZIL Quadruples on Optimism Around Start of Metaverse Service Metapolis

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 31. 11:28

Zilliqa's ZIL Quadruples on Optimism Around Start of Metaverse Service Metapolis Metapolis, a metaverse-as-a-service offering powered by Zilliqa's blockchain, is scheduled to launch on April 2.

Crypto Popularity Could Pose Stability Risk, EU Watchdog Warns, as It Ponders New Powers

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 31. 09:11

Crypto Popularity Could Pose Stability Risk, EU Watchdog Warns, as It Ponders New Powers Fintech firms could soon face the kind of caps on lending that banks face when markets like housing overheat, the European Systemic Risk Board said.

Crypto Firms Weigh Options as UK Registration Deadline Looms

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 31. 07:00

Crypto Firms Weigh Options as UK Registration Deadline Looms Crypto companies wanting to operate in the U.K. have until Thursday to receive Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) approval. So far, just 33 have passed the regulator’s checks.

Shiba Inu's Metaverse Will Feature More than 100K Land Plots

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 31. 03:41

Shiba Inu's Metaverse Will Feature More than 100K Land Plots Developers have decided to use Ethereum's native cryptocurrency ether as a land pricing token.

Crypto Exchange Blockchain.com Hits $14B Valuation in Lightspeed-Led Funding Round: Report

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 31. 02:21

Crypto Exchange Blockchain.com Hits $14B Valuation in Lightspeed-Led Funding Round: Report The raise more than doubles the previous value of the company.

Crypto Exchange Blockchain.com Hits $14B Valuation in Lightspeed-Led Funding Round

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 31. 02:21

Crypto Exchange Blockchain.com Hits $14B Valuation in Lightspeed-Led Funding Round The raise more than doubles the previous value of the company.

First Mover Asia: India Continues Its Restrictive Approach to Crypto; Bitcoin, Ether Run in Place

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 30. 22:29

First Mover Asia: India Continues Its Restrictive Approach to Crypto; Bitcoin, Ether Run in Place The Indian tax authority's revision in the amounts that it seized in taxes and penalties from crypto exchanges and the number of platforms it targeted reflects the government's harsh stance toward digital assets; Solana has a banner day.

Phoenix Suburb Now Takes Bitcoin for Utility Bills

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 30. 21:31

Phoenix Suburb Now Takes Bitcoin for Utility Bills Chandler, Arizona will take PayPal-held bitcoin, ether and litecoin for water bill payments.

Bitcoiner Bruce Fenton Confirms He’s Running for New Hampshire Senate Seat

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 30. 20:39

Bitcoiner Bruce Fenton Confirms He’s Running for New Hampshire Senate Seat The long-time crypto proponent hopes to take on vulnerable incumbent Sen. Maggie Hassan (D-N.H.) and is initially funding his campaign with $5 million of personal bitcoin wealth.

Can Avalanche Win Over Wall Street and 'Degens' Alike?

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 30. 20:36

Can Avalanche Win Over Wall Street and 'Degens' Alike? At the inaugural Avalanche Summit in Barcelona, Spain, the speedy Ethereum alternative is looking to court users into building on its subnets.

Market Wrap: Crypto Sentiment Improves, Though Risk Remains as Russia Plays Down Peace Talks

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 30. 20:22

Market Wrap: Crypto Sentiment Improves, Though Risk Remains as Russia Plays Down Peace Talks Bitcoin (BTC) traded in a tight range on Wednesday as geopolitical risks weighed on markets. Altcoins, however, continue to outperform BTC, which means traders are still comfortable with risk.

How a Post-Merge Ethereum Could Attract Institutional Investment

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 30. 19:40

How a Post-Merge Ethereum Could Attract Institutional Investment Ethereum’s staking derivatives offer many of the qualities institutions look for in investments.

Galaxy’s Novogratz and Bakkt’s Michael Differ on Bitcoin’s Case as Digital Gold

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 30. 18:55

Galaxy’s Novogratz and Bakkt’s Michael Differ on Bitcoin’s Case as Digital Gold Bakkt CEO Gavin Michael and Galaxy Digital chief Mike Novogratz each spoke on Wednesday at the Barclays Crypto and Blockchain Summit.

EU's MiCA Bill to Enter Next Phase of Negotiations on Thursday

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 30. 18:14

EU's MiCA Bill to Enter Next Phase of Negotiations on Thursday The landmark Markets in Crypto Assets legislative framework will now be discussed between the European Parliament, Council and Commission.

Bitcoin Holding Support Above $46K; Resistance at $48K-$51K

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 30. 18:11

Bitcoin Holding Support Above $46K; Resistance at $48K-$51K Bitcoin (BTC) is attempting to break above an intraday trading range, but resistance around $48K-$51K could stall the rally. Momentum signals remain positive, which could keep buyers active over the short-term.

Lawmakers Want Unregulated Crypto Firms Out of the EU

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 30. 17:42

Lawmakers Want Unregulated Crypto Firms Out of the EU Proposed anti-money laundering rules are up for a parliamentary committee vote on Thursday along with a separate provision seeking to end anonymous crypto transactions in the European Union.

A16z, FTX and Sequoia Lead $155M Round for LayerZero at $1B Valuation

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 30. 17:42

A16z, FTX and Sequoia Lead $155M Round for LayerZero at $1B Valuation The blockchain interoperability protocol first emerged from stealth last September.

A16z, FTX and Sequoia Lead $135M Round for LayerZero at $1B Valuation

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 30. 17:42

A16z, FTX and Sequoia Lead $135M Round for LayerZero at $1B Valuation The blockchain interoperability protocol first emerged from stealth last September.

Women-Led DAO Tackles (Lack of) Gender Diversity in Crypto

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 30. 17:06

Women-Led DAO Tackles (Lack of) Gender Diversity in Crypto Crypto might represent the future of finance, but the fast-growing digital-asset industry still suffers from an age-old problem: A lack of gender diversity. Here's how one group is trying to address the nagging issue.

Inside the Ukrainian Crypto Startup Waging Cyberwar on Russia

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 30. 16:12

Inside the Ukrainian Crypto Startup Waging Cyberwar on Russia Hacken helps crypto businesses with cybersecurity. Now, with the war at home, it’s also leading a guerilla offensive against the Russian internet.

A Digital Dollar May Help the Poor, but It’s Far From a Done Deal

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 30. 16:11

A Digital Dollar May Help the Poor, but It’s Far From a Done Deal Financial inclusion is a big driver behind looking into a possible U.S. central bank digital currency, but whether or not it would solve the problem has yet to be determined.

Eldridge, a16z Lead $620M Financing Round for Fintech Cross River Bank

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 30. 16:08

Eldridge, a16z Lead $620M Financing Round for Fintech Cross River Bank Coinbase, Stripe, Affirm, and Rock Loans among Cross River’s clients.

Helium Becomes Nova Labs After Raising $200M in Fresh Capital

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 30. 15:59

Helium Becomes Nova Labs After Raising $200M in Fresh Capital COO Frank Mong said the firm wanted to make a clear distinction between the parent company and the network itself.

ECB Official Calls for ‘Less Tolerant’ Approach to Bitcoin ‘Gambling’

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 30. 15:24

ECB Official Calls for ‘Less Tolerant’ Approach to Bitcoin ‘Gambling’ Policymakers should take a "less tolerant" approach to technologies like Bitcoin, the European Central Bank’s Fabio Panetta said Wednesday, citing the high energy needed to generate new coins.

Sky Mavis Pledges to Reimburse Players Following Axie Infinity Hack

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 30. 14:51

Sky Mavis Pledges to Reimburse Players Following Axie Infinity Hack The company behind the popular play-to-earn game made the promise after a $625 million hack.

Small Digital Euro Payments Won’t Need Laundering Checks, ECB Official Says

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 30. 14:41

Small Digital Euro Payments Won’t Need Laundering Checks, ECB Official Says AWAIT CONFIRMATION WEDS PM BRUSSELS TIME The proposals regarding the potential future central bank digital currency come as lawmakers prepare to scrap anonymous bitcoin payments.

Analyst Still Positive on Stronghold Digital Despite Miss, Citing Miner’s Low Costs

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 30. 14:01

Analyst Still Positive on Stronghold Digital Despite Miss, Citing Miner’s Low Costs The bitcoin miner’s stock tumbled more than 30% after it missed earnings estimates and said it won’t reach its 2022 hashrate goal.

Money Market Platform Burrow Raises $5M to Launch on NEAR

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 30. 14:00

Money Market Platform Burrow Raises $5M to Launch on NEAR Burrow is a non-custodial liquidity pool platform similar to Aave and Compound.

First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Trades at Discount in Japanese Yen Markets

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 30. 13:31

First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Trades at Discount in Japanese Yen Markets The latest moves in crypto markets in context for March 30, 2022.

So You’ve Stolen $600M. Now What?

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 30. 13:23

So You’ve Stolen $600M. Now What? After the largest hack in DeFi history, the attacker has limited options.

Aave’s Token Rockets 97% Since Upgrade as V3 Strengthens DeFi Capabilities

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 30. 13:11

Aave’s Token Rockets 97% Since Upgrade as V3 Strengthens DeFi Capabilities The V3 upgrade introduced several features to make Aave more lucrative for lenders and borrowers, which has created demand for its tokens.

Aave’s Token Rockets 97% Since Upgrade Strengthening DeFi Capabilities

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 30. 13:11

Aave’s Token Rockets 97% Since Upgrade Strengthening DeFi Capabilities The V3 upgrade introduced several features to make Aave more lucrative for lenders and borrowers, which has created demand for its tokens.

Crypto VC gCC raises $110M Early-Stage Fund

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 30. 13:00

Crypto VC gCC raises $110M Early-Stage Fund gCC Fund II will invest in around 50 companies through both equity and tokens.

DeFiance Capital, Delphi Digital Co-Lead $6M Round for ‘Crypto Raiders’ NFT Game

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 30. 12:00

DeFiance Capital, Delphi Digital Co-Lead $6M Round for ‘Crypto Raiders’ NFT Game The makers of the Polygon-based role-playing game prefer the term “play-to-own” over “play-to-earn.”

UK's FCA Extends Temporary Registration Deadline for Select Crypto Firms

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 30. 11:50

UK's FCA Extends Temporary Registration Deadline for Select Crypto Firms The U.K.'s Financial Conduct Authority has pushed back its March 31 deadline for select crypto firms to attain full registration.

Grab’s Technology Head Departs to Lead Metaverse Gaming Firm Ethlas: Report

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 30. 10:03

Grab’s Technology Head Departs to Lead Metaverse Gaming Firm Ethlas: Report Many high level executives of traditional technology firms have left their jobs to dive into the metaverse with Grab’s head of technology, Wui Ngiap Foo, being the latest.

Bitcoin Holds Steady as Luna Foundation Guard Slows Purchases

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 30. 09:00

Bitcoin Holds Steady as Luna Foundation Guard Slows Purchases The organization, which splurged on the cryptocurrency last week, last bought BTC on Monday, according to one observer.

Bitcoin Holds Steady as Luna Foundation Guard Resumes Purchases

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 30. 09:00

Bitcoin Holds Steady as Luna Foundation Guard Resumes Purchases The organization, which splurged on the cryptocurrency last week, last bought BTC on Monday, according to one observer.

Komodo’s ‘ShibaDEX’ Lets Users Trade Shiba Inu for Tokens on Other Chains

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 30. 08:36

Komodo’s ‘ShibaDEX’ Lets Users Trade Shiba Inu for Tokens on Other Chains ‘ShibaDEX’ is said to be the first cross-chain exchange for the millions of Shiba Inu community members.

Opera’s Crypto Browser to Support Solana, Polygon, StarkEx in Web 3 Push

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 30. 07:30

Opera’s Crypto Browser to Support Solana, Polygon, StarkEx in Web 3 Push Eight more blockchain networks are coming to the Norwegian browser company’s native wallet.

Visa Program to Help Creatives Build Their Businesses With NFTs

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 30. 04:00

Visa Program to Help Creatives Build Their Businesses With NFTs Selected creators will participate in a one-year NFT immersion program.

Robinhood Crypto Head to Depart

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 30. 00:12

Robinhood Crypto Head to Depart Christine Brown spent five years at the popular, no-commission trading platform.

New Jersey Orders Voyager Digital to 'Cease and Desist' Crypto Interest Offering

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 29. 23:02

New Jersey Orders Voyager Digital to 'Cease and Desist' Crypto Interest Offering The legal order resembles a similar push against BlockFi.

State Regulators Crack Down on Voyager Digital's Crypto Interest Offering

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 29. 23:02

State Regulators Crack Down on Voyager Digital's Crypto Interest Offering The legal order resembles a similar push against BlockFi.

First Mover Asia: BC Technology Group’s Crypto Platform Made Big Gains in 2021. So Why Are Investors Unimpressed?

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 29. 22:31

First Mover Asia: BC Technology Group’s Crypto Platform Made Big Gains in 2021. So Why Are Investors Unimpressed? OSL, which accounts for most of the Hong Kong company’s business, rose 63% in 2021, but the stock price has lagged bitcoin and other assets; bitcoin and ether tread water.

Bitcoin Miner Stronghold Digital Tanks as Q4 Earnings, Revenues Miss Estimates

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 29. 20:50

Bitcoin Miner Stronghold Digital Tanks as Q4 Earnings, Revenues Miss Estimates The miner also said it no longer believes its original target of 8.0 EH/s by the end of 2022 is achievable.

Stronghold Digital's Stock Tanks as Q4 Results Miss Estimates

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 29. 20:50

Stronghold Digital's Stock Tanks as Q4 Results Miss Estimates The miner also said it no longer believes its original target of 8.0 EH/s by the end of 2022 is achievable.

Market Wrap: Cryptos Mixed as Volatility Fades; Analysts See Risk of Selling Pressure

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 29. 20:29

Market Wrap: Cryptos Mixed as Volatility Fades; Analysts See Risk of Selling Pressure Bitcoin (BTC) and other cryptos are rising after the Luna Foundation Guard purchased $1 billion worth of BTC over the past few days. Some crypto traders are turning bullish, evidenced by the rise in buy volumes across exchanges.

Bitcoin Miner Core Scientific’s Full-Year Sales Rise to $545M, Beating Estimates

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 29. 20:22

Bitcoin Miner Core Scientific’s Full-Year Sales Rise to $545M, Beating Estimates The miner also reiterated its 2022 hashrate expectations.

Bitcoin Holding at $47.5K as It Aims for 8-Day Winning Streak

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 29. 18:54

Bitcoin Holding at $47.5K as It Aims for 8-Day Winning Streak The largest crypto by market cap is flat for the session late on Tuesday, but up 17% since it began heading higher one week ago.

Tracking Luna Foundation Guard’s Bitcoin Purchases

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 29. 18:25

Tracking Luna Foundation Guard’s Bitcoin Purchases Thanks to the transparency of Bitcoin, we can watch along as LFG moves UST towards a bitcoin-backed existence.

Chris Larsen’s Plan to Greenify Bitcoin: Risky, Impractical and Maybe Nonsensical

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 29. 18:06

Chris Larsen’s Plan to Greenify Bitcoin: Risky, Impractical and Maybe Nonsensical As he strides away from the wreckage of Ripple, bags full to bursting, Larsen thinks he knows what’s best for the coin he failed to replace.

Bitcoin Approaching Resistance at $48K-$51K, Support at $45K

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 29. 17:50

Bitcoin Approaching Resistance at $48K-$51K, Support at $45K Bitcoin (BTC) is approaching overbought levels, although pullbacks from the $48K-$51K resistance zone should be brief. Upside momentum is slowing on intraday charts, but turned positive on the weekly chart.

OpenSea Closing In on Support for Solana NFTs

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 29. 17:02

OpenSea Closing In on Support for Solana NFTs The move could give Solana NFTs, still a sliver of the market compared to Ethereum collectibles, a shot in the arm.

Axie Infinity’s Ronin Network Suffers $625M Exploit

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 29. 15:55

Axie Infinity’s Ronin Network Suffers $625M Exploit It may be the largest exploit in DeFi history.

Jeff Koons’ First NFT Project Is a Riff on Crypto’s ‘Moon’ Meme

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 29. 15:39

Jeff Koons’ First NFT Project Is a Riff on Crypto’s ‘Moon’ Meme He’s one of the most high-profile visual artists to venture into the world of digital collectibles.

Fintechs See Strongest Payments Challenge From Stablecoins and CBDCs, Not Bitcoin: Cowen

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 29. 15:37

Fintechs See Strongest Payments Challenge From Stablecoins and CBDCs, Not Bitcoin: Cowen The team at Cowen recently held fireside chats with executives from PayPal and Visa, among others.

FTX Europe in Talks With British Regulators to Expand Into the UK

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 29. 15:34

FTX Europe in Talks With British Regulators to Expand Into the UK The head of FTX Europe said that the company is already in touch with the country's financial regulator about entering the U.K.

Bitcoiners Scoff at Chris Larsen's $5M Campaign to Force a BTC Code Change

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 29. 14:52

Bitcoiners Scoff at Chris Larsen's $5M Campaign to Force a BTC Code Change Working with Greenpeace, the Ripple chairman is attempting to do what big-blockers failed to in 2017: significantly alter Bitcoin's software without widespread consensus.

Dubai Attracts Crypto.com, Bybit as Friendly Rules Bear Fruit

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 29. 14:18

Dubai Attracts Crypto.com, Bybit as Friendly Rules Bear Fruit Both exchanges plan to establish hubs in Dubai after the UAE moved to create a crypto-friendly regulatory regime.

DA Davidson Cuts Miner Stronghold’s Target by 40% Ahead of Earnings

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 29. 14:04

DA Davidson Cuts Miner Stronghold’s Target by 40% Ahead of Earnings The stock is still “super cheap” compared to other mining peers, analyst says.

Prime Trust, Swan Bitcoin Link Up on Crypto IRA Product

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 29. 14:01

Prime Trust, Swan Bitcoin Link Up on Crypto IRA Product Prime Trust, a firm connecting bank accounts to the crypto economy, is beta testing retirement accounts.

MicroStrategy’s Unit Gets $205M Collateral Loan From Silvergate to Buy Bitcoin

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 29. 13:31

MicroStrategy’s Unit Gets $205M Collateral Loan From Silvergate to Buy Bitcoin The term loan from Silvergate Bank can also be used for general corporate purposes.

MicroStrategy Unit Gets $205M Collateral Loan From Silvergate to Buy Bitcoin

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 29. 13:31

MicroStrategy Unit Gets $205M Collateral Loan From Silvergate to Buy Bitcoin The term loan from Silvergate Bank can also be used for general corporate purposes.

First Mover Americas: Ether's Net Issuance Points to Supply Squeeze Ahead; Waves Hits Record High

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 29. 13:04

First Mover Americas: Ether's Net Issuance Points to Supply Squeeze Ahead; Waves Hits Record High The latest moves in crypto markets in context for March 29, 2022.

First Mover Americas: Ether's Net Issuance Points to Supply Squeeze Ahead, Waves Hits Record High

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 29. 13:04

First Mover Americas: Ether's Net Issuance Points to Supply Squeeze Ahead, Waves Hits Record High The latest moves in crypto markets in context for March 29, 2022.

Hedera, Newly EVM-Compatible, Woos DeFi With $155M HBAR Fund

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 29. 13:00

Hedera, Newly EVM-Compatible, Woos DeFi With $155M HBAR Fund The network wants to attract decentralized finance projects in a shift toward retail traders.

Binance Upgrades Blockchain Bridge to Connect DeFi and CeFi

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 29. 13:00

Binance Upgrades Blockchain Bridge to Connect DeFi and CeFi The firm behind the exchange is continuing its infrastructure push.

Blockware Solutions Builds 20MW Bitcoin Mining Data Center in Kentucky

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 29. 13:00

Blockware Solutions Builds 20MW Bitcoin Mining Data Center in Kentucky The facility has potential to be expanded to 75MW.

Delphi Digital Leads $5M Seed Round for Money Market Protocol ZkLend

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 29. 12:29

Delphi Digital Leads $5M Seed Round for Money Market Protocol ZkLend Three Arrows Capital and Starkware also invested in the round, which will go toward additional hiring and the launch of ZKLend’s core products.

Hashdex Appoints Ex-21Shares Director Laurent Kssis as Europe Head

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 29. 11:49

Hashdex Appoints Ex-21Shares Director Laurent Kssis as Europe Head Kssis left 21Shares in September 2021 after two years on the job.

Bitcoin Nears 200-Day Average Ahead of Seasonally Bullish Period, Triggers Over $400M in Liquidations

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 29. 11:24

Bitcoin Nears 200-Day Average Ahead of Seasonally Bullish Period, Triggers Over $400M in Liquidations We have the continued buying support from Terra’s Luna Foundation Guard, one observer said.

Dapper Labs, Ether Capital Headline Newly Formed Canadian Web3 Council

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 29. 10:35

Dapper Labs, Ether Capital Headline Newly Formed Canadian Web3 Council The 11-member non-profit trade association includes issuers of financial products, exchange platforms, open-source blockchain projects, investors and more.

WisdomTree Launches Crypto ETPs for Solana, Cardano, Polkadot in Europe

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 29. 07:00

WisdomTree Launches Crypto ETPs for Solana, Cardano, Polkadot in Europe Other ETP issuers are planning crypto-linked investment products that also yield staking returns.

Terra’s LUNA Set New Highs of Nearly $106

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 29. 05:45

Terra’s LUNA Set New Highs of Nearly $106 Prices have increased some 10% in the past 24 hours.

Ex-Employee Claims Liquid Global Exchange 'Scapegoated' Her for $90M Hack

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 29. 01:11

Ex-Employee Claims Liquid Global Exchange 'Scapegoated' Her for $90M Hack The wrongful termination suit comes as the Japan-based crypto exchange is expected to close on the sale of itself to powerhouse FTX.

Book Excerpt: 3 Stories of Bitcoin Changing Lives Outside the 'Dollar Bubble'

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 28. 23:50

Book Excerpt: 3 Stories of Bitcoin Changing Lives Outside the 'Dollar Bubble' Alex Gladstein describes how Bitcoin offered entrepreneurs in Nigeria, Sudan and Ethiopia a much-needed, financial resource for helping themselves and communities throughout their countries.

First Mover Asia: Why Japan, China and Other Regional Powers Are Still Putting Their Faith in T-Bills, Gold; Cryptos Climb Higher

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 28. 23:03

First Mover Asia: Why Japan, China and Other Regional Powers Are Still Putting Their Faith in T-Bills, Gold; Cryptos Climb Higher A number of crypto observers have viewed Bitcoin as ushering in a new era of financial sovereignty amid growing uncertainty about long-term U.S. economic dominance globally, but many countries are still investing in gold and U.S. T-bills.

First Mover Asia: Why Japan, China and Other Regional Powers Still Put Their Faith in T-Bills, Gold; Cryptos Climb Higher

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 28. 23:03

First Mover Asia: Why Japan, China and Other Regional Powers Still Put Their Faith in T-Bills, Gold; Cryptos Climb Higher A number of crypto observers have viewed Bitcoin as ushering in a new era of financial sovereignty amid growing uncertainty about long-term U.S. economic dominance globally, but many countries are still investing in gold and U.S. T-bills.

The SEC's New Proposal to Redefine 'Dealer' Could Spell Bad News for DeFi

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 28. 21:10

The SEC's New Proposal to Redefine 'Dealer' Could Spell Bad News for DeFi A new proposal by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) aims to redefine what it means to be a securities dealer – a move industry experts say could cripple the decentralized finance (DeFi) industry.

Money Continues to Pour Into GameFi, but Will Developers Follow?

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 28. 20:25

Money Continues to Pour Into GameFi, but Will Developers Follow? One of the hottest sectors for investors is seeing mixed reactions from top talent.

Market Wrap: Bitcoin Rallies as Crypto Holders Accumulate

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 28. 20:20

Market Wrap: Bitcoin Rallies as Crypto Holders Accumulate Bitcoin (BTC) and other cryptos are rising after the Luna Foundation Guard purchased $1 billion worth of BTC over the past few days. Some crypto traders are turning bullish, evidenced by the rise in buy volumes across exchanges.

Crypto Privacy Positions Harden Ahead of Crunch EU Vote

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 28. 20:08

Crypto Privacy Positions Harden Ahead of Crunch EU Vote Lawmakers don’t appear swayed by crypto industry claims as they consider applying anti-laundering identification rules to the sector, but some argue their plans are unworkable or unlawful.

Why There's Already a Will Smith Slap Token

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 28. 19:45

Why There's Already a Will Smith Slap Token Meme tokens often appear to capitalize on a viral moment, like flowers after rain. But they rarely stay fresh for long.

The Clumsy Theatrics of Metaverse Fashion Week

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 28. 19:26

The Clumsy Theatrics of Metaverse Fashion Week Metaverse Fashion Week attempted to bridge the physical and digital worlds, with strange results.

Crypto Funds See Largest Inflows Since Mid-December

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 28. 18:20

Crypto Funds See Largest Inflows Since Mid-December Some $193 million flowed into crypto funds in the seven days through March 25, in a reversal following two straight weeks of outflows.

Bitcoin Breaks Above $46K, Resistance at $48K-$51K

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 28. 17:58

Bitcoin Breaks Above $46K, Resistance at $48K-$51K Bitcoin (BTC) is gathering upside momentum toward the 200-day moving average near $48K. The cryptocurrency could see additional upside at $51K until overbought signals appear on the charts.

Bitcoin alcanza su punto de equilibrio por primera vez en el año y supera los $47.500

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 28. 17:48

Bitcoin alcanza su punto de equilibrio por primera vez en el año y supera los $47.500 La mayor criptomoneda por capitalización bursátil ha subido seis días consecutivos y ha ganado más de un 12% desde el pasado domingo gracias a un repunte generalizado de activos y a las compras de BTC por parte de Luna.

Biden Budget Proposal Estimates Additional $11B in Revenues by 2032 by Updating Crypto Rules

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 28. 17:04

Biden Budget Proposal Estimates Additional $11B in Revenues by 2032 by Updating Crypto Rules The proposal also seeks to expand the DOJ’s budget by $52 million to fight ransomware and combat the “misuse of cryptocurrency.”

India Identifies 11 Crypto Exchanges Accused of Tax Evasion

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 28. 16:21

India Identifies 11 Crypto Exchanges Accused of Tax Evasion India’s tax authority first began seizing assets to address alleged tax evasion late last year.

Rio de Janeiro to Allow Real Estate Tax Payments With Crypto as of 2023, Mayor Says

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 28. 15:37

Rio de Janeiro to Allow Real Estate Tax Payments With Crypto as of 2023, Mayor Says The state administration will convert crypto payments immediately to Brazilian reais, Mayor Eduardo Paes added.

FTX Taps Ex-Liechtenstein Regulator as EU Strategy Lead

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 28. 15:00

FTX Taps Ex-Liechtenstein Regulator as EU Strategy Lead Marcel Lötscher, previously a senior official at the European microstate's financial market supervisor, becomes head of regulatory strategy for the global crypto exchange as of October.

Bitfarms Reports Q4 Revenue Growth of 33% to $60M, Along With Margin Expansion

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 28. 14:16

Bitfarms Reports Q4 Revenue Growth of 33% to $60M, Along With Margin Expansion The miner booked almost half of its annual profits in the last quarter of 2021.

US Lawmakers Introduce 'ECASH' Bill in New Push to Create a Digital Dollar

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 28. 14:13

US Lawmakers Introduce 'ECASH' Bill in New Push to Create a Digital Dollar The ecash would be a digital analogue to the greenback, and could preserve privacy and anonymous transactions, according to an adviser on the bill.

Animoca Brands, Ubisoft Invest in $12M Round for Blockchain Game 'Cross the Ages'

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 28. 13:40

Animoca Brands, Ubisoft Invest in $12M Round for Blockchain Game 'Cross the Ages' The free-to-play card game features digital trading cards as NFTs that can also be converted to physical cards.

Bitcoin Miner Iris Energy Gets $71M Equipment Financing From NYDIG

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 28. 13:35

Bitcoin Miner Iris Energy Gets $71M Equipment Financing From NYDIG The financing is backed by 19,800 Bitmain S19j Pro miners that have hashrate of about 1.98 exahash per second.

First Mover Americas: Ether Hits 2.5-Month High as Google Search Shows Peak Interest in 'Ethereum Merge'

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 28. 13:13

First Mover Americas: Ether Hits 2.5-Month High as Google Search Shows Peak Interest in 'Ethereum Merge' Risk Assets Resilient to Faster Rate Hikes, 1994 Cycle Suggests

Crypto Payments Firm Wirex Withdraws From FCA's Register as Deadline Looms

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 28. 12:43

Crypto Payments Firm Wirex Withdraws From FCA's Register as Deadline Looms Cryptocurrency payments app Wirex has withdrawn from the U.K. Financial Conduct Authority's temporary registration regime ahead of the March 31 deadline to obtain full registration.

Shiba Inu, Solana Tokens Lead Gains as Bitcoin Hovers Over $47K

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 28. 12:29

Shiba Inu, Solana Tokens Lead Gains as Bitcoin Hovers Over $47K Crypto markets followed moves in bitcoin amid reports of multimillion-dollar purchases of the asset by a major blockchain entity.

Japan to Plug Loophole to Prevent Russia From Evading Sanctions Through Crypto

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 28. 12:22

Japan to Plug Loophole to Prevent Russia From Evading Sanctions Through Crypto Japan will propose a revision of its foreign exchange law to parliament, said a government official.

Japan to Plug Loophole to Prevent Russia From Evading Sanctions Through Crypto: Report

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 28. 12:22

Japan to Plug Loophole to Prevent Russia From Evading Sanctions Through Crypto: Report Japan will propose a revision of its foreign exchange law to parliament, said a government official.

Recession Signals Light Up as Section of US 'Yield Curve' Inverts

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 28. 11:44

Recession Signals Light Up as Section of US 'Yield Curve' Inverts The recession hint could have bearish implications for risk assets, including bitcoin.

Sudan's Central Bank Warns Against Using Crypto as Economy Suffers: Report

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 28. 11:36

Sudan's Central Bank Warns Against Using Crypto as Economy Suffers: Report The central bank said that cryptos carry high risks, which includes financial crimes, piracy and the loss of value.

NFTs Could Go Mainstream With Instagram’s Planned Support, Deutsche Bank Says

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 28. 10:23

NFTs Could Go Mainstream With Instagram’s Planned Support, Deutsche Bank Says Instagram could lower the barrier for entry to the NFT market, the report said.

S. Korea’s SK Square Will Spend $1.6B on Semiconductors, Blockchain

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 28. 09:59

S. Korea’s SK Square Will Spend $1.6B on Semiconductors, Blockchain The company has been jumping into the crypto space and last acquired a 35% stake in crypto exchange Korbit.

S. Korea’s SK Square to Spend $1.6B on Semiconductors, Blockchain

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 28. 09:59

S. Korea’s SK Square to Spend $1.6B on Semiconductors, Blockchain The company has been jumping into the crypto space and last acquired a 35% stake in crypto exchange Korbit.

Bitcoin Could Reach $53K on Triangle Break, Impending Bull Cross, Analysts Say

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 28. 08:39

Bitcoin Could Reach $53K on Triangle Break, Impending Bull Cross, Analysts Say Bitcoin's two-month triangular consolidation has ended with a convincing move on the higher side.

BAYC’s ApeCoin Jumps 13%, Causes $4.5M in Futures Liquidations

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 28. 08:04

BAYC’s ApeCoin Jumps 13%, Causes $4.5M in Futures Liquidations Traders are losing big money on the recently-issued token.

Bitcoin Hits Breakeven for First Time in Year as It Blows Past $47,201 Before Settling Back Down

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 28. 06:46

Bitcoin Hits Breakeven for First Time in Year as It Blows Past $47,201 Before Settling Back Down The largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization has risen six consecutive days and gained over 12% since last Sunday.

Bitcoin Hits Break-even for First Time in Year as It Blows Past $47,201 Before Settling Back Down

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 28. 06:46

Bitcoin Hits Break-even for First Time in Year as It Blows Past $47,201 Before Settling Back Down The largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization has risen six consecutive days and gained over 12% since last Sunday.

Bitcoin Hits Breakeven for First Time This Year, Blows Past $47,201 Before Settling Back

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 28. 06:46

Bitcoin Hits Breakeven for First Time This Year, Blows Past $47,201 Before Settling Back The largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization has risen six consecutive days and gained over 12% since last Sunday.

Bitcoin Springs Past $46.8K to Hit 3-Month High as Asset Prices Rally

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 28. 03:10

Bitcoin Springs Past $46.8K to Hit 3-Month High as Asset Prices Rally The largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization has risen six consecutive days and gained over 12% since last Sunday.

First Mover Asia: Crypto Concerns Weigh on Taiwan PC Component Makers' Stocks; Bitcoin Springs to 3-Month High

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 27. 23:09

First Mover Asia: Crypto Concerns Weigh on Taiwan PC Component Makers' Stocks; Bitcoin Springs to 3-Month High Share prices of Asus, Gigabyte and MSI have fallen amid a massive drop in pricing for graphics cards as Ethereum's transition to a proof-of-stake protocol nears; ether and other cryptos also gain.

Bitcoin Springs Past $46.5K to Hit 3-Month High

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 27. 22:20

Bitcoin Springs Past $46.5K to Hit 3-Month High The largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization has risen six consecutive days and gained over 12% since last Sunday.

Coinbase Said Near Deal to Buy Owner of Brazil’s Largest Crypto Exchange: Report

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 27. 19:23

Coinbase Said Near Deal to Buy Owner of Brazil’s Largest Crypto Exchange: Report A transaction could be announced by the end of April, according to local newspaper Estadão.

Crypto Carbon: Can Blockchain Networks Fix Carbon Offsets?

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 27. 16:00

Crypto Carbon: Can Blockchain Networks Fix Carbon Offsets? A budding movement within the crypto industry says it can keep carbon out of the atmosphere by locking it on a blockchain. Can it succeed?

Just as Hal Finney Predicted, Bitcoin Is Being Purchased to Act as a Reserve Currency

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 27. 14:50

Just as Hal Finney Predicted, Bitcoin Is Being Purchased to Act as a Reserve Currency With a plan to buy up $10 billion of bitcoin, Do Kwon’s UST stablecoin project may be fulfilling a prophecy by the late recipient of the first BTC transaction.

Is Miner Concentration Once Again Jeopardizing Bitcoin? Not Exactly

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 26. 16:38

Is Miner Concentration Once Again Jeopardizing Bitcoin? Not Exactly The high percentage of hashrate now located in North America may look like China 2.0, but the reality is more complicated.

Why Did John McAfee Stop Paying Taxes? ‘I’d Just Had Enough’

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 26. 16:00

Why Did John McAfee Stop Paying Taxes? ‘I’d Just Had Enough’ In a newly released (and non-fungibly tokenized) book, the late entrepreneur talks about his love for crypto and his brushes with the law with characteristic bravado.

Can Crypto Miners Make the World Greener?

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 26. 15:51

Can Crypto Miners Make the World Greener? As they decarbonize, crypto companies might help push energy producers to build more renewable power sources.

Coinbase to Require Recipient Information for Crypto Transfers From Users in Canada, Singapore and Japan

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 25. 21:46

Coinbase to Require Recipient Information for Crypto Transfers From Users in Canada, Singapore and Japan Customers in those countries who send crypto outside their Coinbase accounts must provide recipients’ names, addresses and in some cases, additional information, as of early April.

White House Wants Public Comments on Crypto’s Energy Use and Environmental Impact

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 25. 21:08

White House Wants Public Comments on Crypto’s Energy Use and Environmental Impact The White House’s science and technology team is seeking public commentary on the energy use and climate impacts of crypto.

Bitcoin supera los $44.000 entre rumores de compra de BTC por parte de Fundación Terra

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 25. 20:48

Bitcoin supera los $44.000 entre rumores de compra de BTC por parte de Fundación Terra Terra se está convirtiendo en un comprador persistente de bitcoin, dijo un observador.

Market Wrap: Bitcoin Outperforms as Crypto Bulls Take a Breather

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 25. 20:28

Market Wrap: Bitcoin Outperforms as Crypto Bulls Take a Breather Bitcoin (BTC) outperformed altcoins on Friday, suggesting that buyers are taking a breather ahead of the weekend. Analysts expect a brief pullback before another leg higher in crypto prices.

Bitcoin City: El Salvador’s Dreams for Utopia on Hold

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 25. 19:43

Bitcoin City: El Salvador’s Dreams for Utopia on Hold Locals interviewed by CoinDesk have mixed feelings about El Salvador’s multimillion dollar proposal financed by “bitcoin bonds.”

History That We Can Trust

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 25. 18:35

History That We Can Trust Blockchain technology creates first record of events that can't be rewritten.

EU Lawmakers to Vote on Blocking Anonymous Crypto Payments, Documents Show

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 25. 18:32

EU Lawmakers to Vote on Blocking Anonymous Crypto Payments, Documents Show The European Parliament also wants to curb payments to tax havens and check people’s identity even for payments between unhosted wallets, internal papers reveal.

Bitcoin Faces Initial Resistance at $46K; Support at $42K

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 25. 18:32

Bitcoin Faces Initial Resistance at $46K; Support at $42K Bitcoin (BTC) relief rally could stall around $46K, although stronger resistance is seen around $51K. Lower support levels could stabilize pullbacks, especially as indicators improve on the weekly price chart.

4 Reasons Why Bitcoiners Should Pass on El Salvador's Bitcoin Bond

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 25. 18:21

4 Reasons Why Bitcoiners Should Pass on El Salvador's Bitcoin Bond El Salvador’s much-hyped volcano bond doesn’t hold up to scrutiny.

Greener Bitcoin Mining Could Be China’s ‘Trillion-Dollar Present’ to the US

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 25. 18:16

Greener Bitcoin Mining Could Be China’s ‘Trillion-Dollar Present’ to the US Can change come fast enough for an ESG-embattled mining industry?

‘We Have Entered a Period of Pain,’ Says WazirX CEO of India’s New Tax Laws

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 25. 17:58

‘We Have Entered a Period of Pain,’ Says WazirX CEO of India’s New Tax Laws Nischal Shetty, one of the most prominent figures in India’s crypto industry, talks candidly and at length about what’s at stake with the country’s new tax provisions.

Exponential Software Requires Exponential Hardware

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 25. 17:15

Exponential Software Requires Exponential Hardware Web 3 will require the creation of a new structure of hardware, custom-built for the rapidly growing needs of the software.

Grimes Announces ‘Children’s Metaverse Book’ as Part of $100M Avalanche Initiative

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 25. 16:30

Grimes Announces ‘Children’s Metaverse Book’ as Part of $100M Avalanche Initiative The Avalanche Foundation is making a major push to bring art and entertainment to the home of AVAX.

Janet Yellen, Sounding More Constructive, Acknowledges Crypto's Role in Finance

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 25. 16:14

Janet Yellen, Sounding More Constructive, Acknowledges Crypto's Role in Finance The former Fed chair and current Treasury Secretary has previously been skeptical, and in 2018 said she “was not a fan” of Bitcoin.

Ukraine Launches ‘NFT Museum’ to Raise Funds and Remember

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 25. 15:37

Ukraine Launches ‘NFT Museum’ to Raise Funds and Remember The first drop from the MetaHistory NFT Museum could come as soon as Tuesday.

Google Files Trademark for ‘Non-Fungible Planet’

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 25. 14:40

Google Files Trademark for ‘Non-Fungible Planet’ The filing details plans for the internet giant’s information campaign on environmental activism.

First Mover Americas: Risk Assets Resilient to Faster Rate Hikes, 1994 Cycle Suggests

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 25. 13:58

First Mover Americas: Risk Assets Resilient to Faster Rate Hikes, 1994 Cycle Suggests Risk Assets Resilient to Faster Rate Hikes, 1994 Cycle Suggests

First Mover Americas: Risk Assets Resilient to Faster Fed Rate Hikes, 1994 Cycle Suggests

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 25. 13:58

First Mover Americas: Risk Assets Resilient to Faster Fed Rate Hikes, 1994 Cycle Suggests Risk Assets Resilient to Faster Rate Hikes, 1994 Cycle Suggests

How Northern Italian Hydropower Producers Became Bitcoin Miners

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 25. 13:52

How Northern Italian Hydropower Producers Became Bitcoin Miners In the pursuit of economic sustainability, northern Italian hydropower producers are turning to bitcoin mining.

Jump Crypto Wants You to Know Its Name

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 25. 13:40

Jump Crypto Wants You to Know Its Name A secretive trading giant with an army of developers is taking an increasingly active role in building key crypto infrastructure.

Bitcoin Miner TeraWulf’s Stock Can Rally Almost 160%, Says Analyst

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 25. 13:39

Bitcoin Miner TeraWulf’s Stock Can Rally Almost 160%, Says Analyst B. Riley initiated the environmentally sustainable miner’s stock with a buy rating and a 12-month price target of $24.

India’s Stiff Crypto Tax Legislation Becomes Law

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 25. 11:37

India’s Stiff Crypto Tax Legislation Becomes Law Amendments sought by the crypto industry were not accommodated and the policies will go into effect on April 1.

India Passes Stiff Crypto Tax Laws Despite Industry Uproar

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 25. 11:37

India Passes Stiff Crypto Tax Laws Despite Industry Uproar Amendments sought by the crypto industry were not accommodated and the policies will go into effect on April 1.

EU's MiCA Bill Moves Forward Without Bitcoin Limiting Provision

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 25. 11:36

EU's MiCA Bill Moves Forward Without Bitcoin Limiting Provision The EU's landmark legislative package for governing crypto assets is moving on to the next stage of negotiations without the divisive provision seeking to restrict the use of proof-of-work crypto.

EU Passes Law to 'Rein In' Big Tech’s Domination Over Smaller Players

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 25. 10:47

EU Passes Law to 'Rein In' Big Tech’s Domination Over Smaller Players Companies such as Google, Apple, Amazon and Meta could face fines as high as 20% of turnover as the EU seeks to stop “gatekeepers” curbing competition from smaller players.

EU Passes Law to ‘Rein In’ Big Tech’s Domination Over Smaller Players

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 25. 10:47

EU Passes Law to ‘Rein In’ Big Tech’s Domination Over Smaller Players Companies such as Google, Apple, Amazon and Meta could face fines as high as 20% of turnover as the EU seeks to stop “gatekeepers” curbing competition from smaller players.

Bitcoin Tops $44K Amid Rumors of Terra's LFG Accumulating BTC

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 25. 10:47

Bitcoin Tops $44K Amid Rumors of Terra's LFG Accumulating BTC Terra is becoming a persistent buyer of bitcoin, one observer said.

Bitcoin Tops $44K Amid Rumors of Terra's Foundation Accumulating BTC

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 25. 10:47

Bitcoin Tops $44K Amid Rumors of Terra's Foundation Accumulating BTC Terra is becoming a persistent buyer of bitcoin, one observer said.

Israel's Bank Leumi to Enable Crypto Trading: Report

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 25. 09:37

Israel's Bank Leumi to Enable Crypto Trading: Report Bank Leumi is offering this service in partnership with New York-based custody and trading platform Paxos.

Israel's Bank Leumi to Offer Crypto Trading Services

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 25. 09:37

Israel's Bank Leumi to Offer Crypto Trading Services Bank Leumi is offering this service in partnership with New York-based custody and trading platform Paxos.

Israel's Bank Leumi to Offer Crypto Trading

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 25. 09:37

Israel's Bank Leumi to Offer Crypto Trading Bank Leumi is offering this service in partnership with New York-based custody and trading platform Paxos.

Anchor Protocol Will Readjust Interest Rates Each Month, ANC Falls by 5%

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 25. 07:14

Anchor Protocol Will Readjust Interest Rates Each Month, ANC Falls by 5% Rates will drop, or increase, 1.5% per month on the popular lending protocol until the yield reserve starts to increase.

Former Party Organizer Indicted for Laundering $2.7M in Bitcoin and Cash

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 25. 02:02

Former Party Organizer Indicted for Laundering $2.7M in Bitcoin and Cash Thomas Spieker was indicted for operating a global bitcoin laundering scheme that helped multiple clients hide profits earned from illegal activities.

Web 3 Needs Africa, Not the Other Way Around

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 25. 01:39

Web 3 Needs Africa, Not the Other Way Around The continent has shown a willingness to embrace new financial services technologies, and crypto addresses a pressing need in every country.

First Mover Asia: Taiwan GameFi Company Gets a Boost in Its Quest to Develop a More Entertaining Game; Altcoins Stand Out

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 24. 22:51

First Mover Asia: Taiwan GameFi Company Gets a Boost in Its Quest to Develop a More Entertaining Game; Altcoins Stand Out Red Door Digital will use the $5 million seed round from several high-profile venture firms to create games that are technologically superior but also entertaining; bitcoin rose solidly, but altcoins even more.

Metaverse Fashion Week: 70 Brands Do Their Best to Showcase Style in Decentraland

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 24. 21:53

Metaverse Fashion Week: 70 Brands Do Their Best to Showcase Style in Decentraland Estée Lauder, Dolce & Gabbana, Forever 21 and more are participating in the virtual fashion experience.

Emissions Tracking Project Goes Live on Hedera as HBAR Stands Up $100M ESG Push

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 24. 21:23

Emissions Tracking Project Goes Live on Hedera as HBAR Stands Up $100M ESG Push Meeco looks to track carbon credits and renewable energy certificates in the form of ledger-based tokens.

Market Wrap: Cryptos Rise as Russia Mulls Bitcoin for Oil Payments; Dogecoin Rallies

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 24. 20:28

Market Wrap: Cryptos Rise as Russia Mulls Bitcoin for Oil Payments; Dogecoin Rallies Bitcoin (BTC) is rising alongside a 6% rally in dogecoin (DOGE). Meme stocks are also outperforming in equity markets, reflecting improved appetite for risk among investors. DeFi tokens are lagging, but could catch up with broader upswings in price.

Former CPA Pleads Guilty to Helping BitClub Architect Launder Funds in $722M Ponzi Scheme

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 24. 20:19

Former CPA Pleads Guilty to Helping BitClub Architect Launder Funds in $722M Ponzi Scheme A former accountant is the latest associate of the notorious BitClub Ponzi scheme to plead guilty.

Bitcoin Retakes $44K Amid Broad Crypto Rally

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 24. 19:28

Bitcoin Retakes $44K Amid Broad Crypto Rally Alongside, ether climbed above $3,100 for the first time in more than one month.

ExxonMobil Running Pilot Project to Supply Flared Gas for Bitcoin Mining: Report

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 24. 19:25

ExxonMobil Running Pilot Project to Supply Flared Gas for Bitcoin Mining: Report The oil giant is looking to make use of natural gas that would otherwise be wasted at sites around the world, according to the report.

7 Wild Bitcoin Mining Rigs

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 24. 19:25

7 Wild Bitcoin Mining Rigs Here are some of the innovative and sometimes hilarious functions bitcoin miners have found for their rigs.

Cardano’s ADA Up Nearly 10% as Coinbase Adds Staking Feature

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 24. 18:42

Cardano’s ADA Up Nearly 10% as Coinbase Adds Staking Feature Coinbase says there’s about a 3.75% annual percentage yield on staking Cardano.

Avalanche Crypto Event Woos 3.5K to Barcelona With Late Parties, Late Starts, Long Lines

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 24. 18:18

Avalanche Crypto Event Woos 3.5K to Barcelona With Late Parties, Late Starts, Long Lines There's plenty of cava and tapas along with video art exhibits featuring the head of a sheep, and the official events don't start till noon. Nobody seems to care too much about this year's price performance in the AVAX token.

David Beckham Tapped by DigitalBits Blockchain to Be Global Ambassador

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 24. 18:16

David Beckham Tapped by DigitalBits Blockchain to Be Global Ambassador The retired soccer superstar will also launch a series of NFTs and blockchain-based digital assets on DigitalBits.

US Justice Dept. Charges 2 in NFT Money-Laundering, 'Rug Pull' Scheme

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 24. 18:15

US Justice Dept. Charges 2 in NFT Money-Laundering, 'Rug Pull' Scheme "They pulled the rug out from under the victims," law enforcement said of the creators of the Frosties NFT collection.

US Justice Dept. Charges 2 in NFT 'Rug Pull' Scheme

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 24. 18:15

US Justice Dept. Charges 2 in NFT 'Rug Pull' Scheme "They pulled the rug out from under the victims," law enforcement said of the creators of the Frosties NFT collection.

Bitcoin Strengthens Above $43K; Resistance at $46K-$51K

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 24. 17:57

Bitcoin Strengthens Above $43K; Resistance at $46K-$51K Bitcoin (BTC) continues to gather upside momentum as short term indicators improve. The cryptocurrency could see further upside toward the $46K-$51K resistance zone.

El Salvador’s Bukele Shoots Down FUD on Bitcoin Bond, Takes Issue With US Lawmakers

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 24. 17:23

El Salvador’s Bukele Shoots Down FUD on Bitcoin Bond, Takes Issue With US Lawmakers A Reuters report said Bitfinex had been booted from managing the bond sale, and a bill targeting El Salvador’s Bitcoin advanced in the Senate.

Meet the Libertarian Bitcoiner Considering a Run for New Hampshire’s Senate Seat

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 24. 17:01

Meet the Libertarian Bitcoiner Considering a Run for New Hampshire’s Senate Seat Bruce Fenton says he wants to tear down regulatory obstacles for the crypto industry at the federal level.

Diplo Joins Nas With NFT Drop on Tokenized Royalties Platform Royal

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 24. 17:00

Diplo Joins Nas With NFT Drop on Tokenized Royalties Platform Royal The Grammy-winning DJ will be releasing his new single on the Polygon-powered site.

Dogecoin Leaps to 1-Month High as ATM Operator Adds to Crypto Lineup

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 24. 16:43

Dogecoin Leaps to 1-Month High as ATM Operator Adds to Crypto Lineup Dogecoin can now be traded at ATMs, under the latest plan from the operator Bitcoin of America, which says it has 1,800 machines in 31 U.S. states.

Dogecoin Leaps to 1-Month High as ATM Operator Adds the Coin to Its Network

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 24. 16:43

Dogecoin Leaps to 1-Month High as ATM Operator Adds the Coin to Its Network Dogecoin can now be traded at ATMs, under the latest plan from the operator Bitcoin of America, which says it has 1,800 machines in 31 U.S. states.

Why the Bitcoin Mining Debate Is So Dysfunctional

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 24. 16:25

Why the Bitcoin Mining Debate Is So Dysfunctional Specialization is necessary but Bitcoiners and miners need to learn to listen to each other, says Will Foxley, Director of Content at Compass Mining.

Russian Lawmaker Suggests Nation Could Accept Bitcoin for Oil Payments

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 24. 16:19

Russian Lawmaker Suggests Nation Could Accept Bitcoin for Oil Payments Under pressure from a host of Western sanctions, Russia is mulling other currency options for oil sales.

Why Crypto Mining Actually Matters

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 24. 16:17

Why Crypto Mining Actually Matters Ideological arguments over proof-of-work and proof-of-stake miss the larger point: Mining means the production of objective truth, says futurist Dan Jeffries. This post is part of CoinDesk's Mining Week.

Securities Regulators Cast Doubt on DeFi's Decentralization Claims

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 24. 15:36

Securities Regulators Cast Doubt on DeFi's Decentralization Claims International standard-setter IOSCO is skeptical about some of crypto’s main claims, and is setting up a new task force to investigate potential risks.

Next 24 Hours Crucial for EU Crypto Law as Officials Debate Emissions, DeFi, NFTs

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 24. 15:22

Next 24 Hours Crucial for EU Crypto Law as Officials Debate Emissions, DeFi, NFTs A landmark law attempting to regulate crypto asset markets in Europe faces a key turning point, as lawmakers make a final call on banning Bitcoin-style validation and governments consider how to treat decentralized finance.

Spot Bitcoin ETFs Could See Approvals by 2023: Bloomberg Intelligence

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 24. 15:11

Spot Bitcoin ETFs Could See Approvals by 2023: Bloomberg Intelligence A proposed change that would require crypto exchanges to register with the SEC may be key to future approvals, two analysts said.

Larry Ellison’s SailGP and NEAR Protocol to Create a DAO for Sports Team Ownership

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 24. 15:00

Larry Ellison’s SailGP and NEAR Protocol to Create a DAO for Sports Team Ownership Members of the decentralized autonomous organization will be able to influence the team’s strategic direction, purpose and brand positioning.

‘Correctly’ Was Wrong: Circle’s Accountant Tweaks Fine Print of USDC Attestation

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 24. 14:37

‘Correctly’ Was Wrong: Circle’s Accountant Tweaks Fine Print of USDC Attestation Grant Thornton has switched from calling the $52.3 billion stablecoin’s reserve accounts “correctly stated” to the more equivocal “fairly stated.” Here’s why that matters.

What’s at Stake as Josh Jarrett Sues the IRS

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 24. 14:12

What’s at Stake as Josh Jarrett Sues the IRS The Proof of Stake Alliance advocates for staking rewards to be treated as property, not income.

Sotheby’s Expands NFT Arm With Liverpool FC Partnership

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 24. 14:00

Sotheby’s Expands NFT Arm With Liverpool FC Partnership The iconic football club becomes the latest English Premier League squad to enter the NFT game.

S. Korea's SK Square to Launch Crypto Token by Year-End: Report

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 24. 13:53

S. Korea's SK Square to Launch Crypto Token by Year-End: Report The crypto will be the first to be issued among S. Korea's top conglomerates.

CME Bitcoin Futures Premium Hits Highest Level Since Early January

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 24. 13:23

CME Bitcoin Futures Premium Hits Highest Level Since Early January CME Bitcoin Futures Premium Hits Highest Since Early January

Cosmos Protocol Archway Raises $21M to Provide Developer Rewards

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 24. 13:00

Cosmos Protocol Archway Raises $21M to Provide Developer Rewards CoinFund and Hashed co-led the seed round in the Tendermint spinout behind the project, Phi Labs.

Unstoppable Domains Poaches Execs From Twitch, IBM for European and Asian Expansion

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 24. 13:00

Unstoppable Domains Poaches Execs From Twitch, IBM for European and Asian Expansion Former Twitch VP Sajjad Rehman to lead Europe efforts while former IBM executive Nilkanth Iyer will head up Asia.

Unstoppable Domains Hires Execs From Twitch and IBM

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 24. 13:00

Unstoppable Domains Hires Execs From Twitch and IBM Former Twitch VP Sajjad Rehman to lead Europe efforts while former IBM executive Nilkanth Iyer will head up Asia.

UK Regulators Says Crypto Adoption Poses Financial Risk, Call for Additional Powers

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 24. 12:55

UK Regulators Says Crypto Adoption Poses Financial Risk, Call for Additional Powers The regulators worry that international norms could come too late – and called for banks to exercise utmost caution when dealing with what it said were extremely volatile assets.

UK Regulators Say Crypto Adoption Poses Financial Risk, Call for More Oversight

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 24. 12:55

UK Regulators Say Crypto Adoption Poses Financial Risk, Call for More Oversight The regulators worry that international norms could come too late – and called for banks to exercise utmost caution when dealing with what it said were extremely volatile assets.

Ukraine Crypto Fundraiser Wants EU to Investigate Whether Binance Is 'Helping' Russia

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 24. 12:50

Ukraine Crypto Fundraiser Wants EU to Investigate Whether Binance Is 'Helping' Russia One of Ukraine’s major crypto fundraisers has asked the European Union to investigate whether Binance is cooperating with Russia.

Ukraine Crypto Fundraiser Wants EU to Investigate Whether Binance Is Helping Russia

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 24. 12:50

Ukraine Crypto Fundraiser Wants EU to Investigate Whether Binance Is Helping Russia One of Ukraine’s major crypto fundraisers has asked the European Union to investigate whether Binance is cooperating with Russia.

How One Russian-Speaking Crypto Company Is Navigating the War in Ukraine

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 24. 12:50

How One Russian-Speaking Crypto Company Is Navigating the War in Ukraine The war is intersecting the world of digital assets and cryptocurrencies in many ways – none more significant than its impact on people who live and work in Ukraine. PointPay’s experience underscores the human dimensions of the conflict.

What Does It Mean to Truly Adopt Bitcoin?

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 24. 12:50

What Does It Mean to Truly Adopt Bitcoin? Bitcoin’s real adoption level is much lower than many people think – and that means its potential upside is much higher.

Qualcomm Sets Up $100M Fund for Metaverse Investments

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 24. 12:40

Qualcomm Sets Up $100M Fund for Metaverse Investments Technology giant Qualcomm has set up a $100 million fund to invest in developers and companies building metaverse infrastructure.

BlackRock's Fink Says Ukraine War Could Accelerate Crypto Adoption: Report

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 24. 11:50

BlackRock's Fink Says Ukraine War Could Accelerate Crypto Adoption: Report The Russia-Ukraine war could accelerate adoption of digital currencies as a tool for international transactions, BlackRock CEO Larry Fink said in a letter to shareholders.

BlackRock Looks to Offer Crypto Services as Client Demand Rises: CEO

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 24. 11:50

BlackRock Looks to Offer Crypto Services as Client Demand Rises: CEO The CEO of BlackRock has confirmed that the world's largest asset manager is exploring means of serving clients with digital currencies.

Taiwan's Red Door Digital Raises $5M to Build AAA-Games for Web 3

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 24. 11:34

Taiwan's Red Door Digital Raises $5M to Build AAA-Games for Web 3  Red Door Digital's leadership team includes executives from EA Games, Ubisoft, and Tencent.

Fireblocks and ANZ Create AUD Stablecoin

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 24. 04:35

Fireblocks and ANZ Create AUD Stablecoin $30 million of the stablecoin has been minted so far.

Bitcoin Is Far More Than a New Form of Money

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 24. 01:39

Bitcoin Is Far More Than a New Form of Money Bitcoin is a complex financial ecosystem with its own currency, and independent of traditional financial platforms.

US Senate to Consider Bill Examining El Salvador's Bitcoin Experiment

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 23. 22:44

US Senate to Consider Bill Examining El Salvador's Bitcoin Experiment The bill, which was passed out of committee on Wednesday, generated the displeasure of El Salvador's President, Nayib Bukele.

First Mover Asia: With Finance Bill Vote, India Continues to Reckon With the Growing Crypto Industry; Bitcoin, Ether Tread Water

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 23. 22:38

First Mover Asia: With Finance Bill Vote, India Continues to Reckon With the Growing Crypto Industry; Bitcoin, Ether Tread Water The expected passage of a finance bill will include a steep crypto tax the industry says will discourage innovation and cost the country some of its technology talent.

Riot Blockchain’s COO to Exit After One Year

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 23. 21:59

Riot Blockchain’s COO to Exit After One Year Megan Brooks-Anderson was promoted to chief operating officer in April 2021.

Visa’s Crypto Product Lead Leaves for Payments Startup

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 23. 21:39

Visa’s Crypto Product Lead Leaves for Payments Startup Daniel Mottice had served in the position since last May before co-founding a payments and infrastructure company called Ansible Labs, he said on Twitter.

Decentralized Creator Platform Joystream Raises $5.8M

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 23. 21:27

Decentralized Creator Platform Joystream Raises $5.8M Joystream allows creators to sell their videos as NFTs and turn their channels into tokens

EU Set to Experiment With Blockchain-Based Stock, Bond and Fund Trading

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 23. 21:22

EU Set to Experiment With Blockchain-Based Stock, Bond and Fund Trading A new five-year pilot allows experiments with issuing and trading stocks and bonds using distributed ledger technology as a test to whether more permanent exemption from stricter EU laws are needed.

Don’t Blame NFT Artists for Mining’s Environmental Cost, Says Researcher Kyle McDonald

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 23. 21:10

Don’t Blame NFT Artists for Mining’s Environmental Cost, Says Researcher Kyle McDonald Responsibility for Ethereum’s climate impact lies with institutions, not individuals, argues the emissions dashboard creator.

Market Wrap: Altcoins Outperform Bitcoin, Traders Cautiously Await Breakouts

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 23. 20:44

Market Wrap: Altcoins Outperform Bitcoin, Traders Cautiously Await Breakouts  Bitcoin (BTC) is trying to establish a higher price range, but upside could be limited toward $51K, according to some analysts. Macro concerns remain, which has kept some traders on the sidelines, especially in the BTC futures market.

The Future of Mining Finance: Time to Get Creative

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 23. 20:42

The Future of Mining Finance: Time to Get Creative To finance equipment in a down market, firms will have to look beyond stock issuance. They may have to borrow against their machines or mined crypto or put themselves up for sale.

Honduras’s Central Bank Debunks Bitcoin as Legal Tender Rumors

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 23. 19:38

Honduras’s Central Bank Debunks Bitcoin as Legal Tender Rumors The BCH is, however, studying the feasibility of a central bank digital currency (CBDC).

Honduras’ Central Bank Debunks Bitcoin as Legal Tender Rumors

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 23. 19:38

Honduras’ Central Bank Debunks Bitcoin as Legal Tender Rumors The BCH is, however, studying the feasibility of a central bank digital currency (CBDC).

MoonPay, Startup Known for Celeb NFT Buys, Adds Obama-Era Money Laundering Watchdog

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 23. 18:12

MoonPay, Startup Known for Celeb NFT Buys, Adds Obama-Era Money Laundering Watchdog James Freis ran the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network from 2007 to 2012.

Mining Industry Not That Worried by SEC’s Proposed New Climate Reporting Rules

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 23. 18:08

Mining Industry Not That Worried by SEC’s Proposed New Climate Reporting Rules The CEO of public miner Marathon Digital says he welcomes the new rules for the transparency and incentives to use renewable energy they would introduce.

Bitcoin Holds Support Above $40K; Initial Resistance at $46K

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 23. 18:04

Bitcoin Holds Support Above $40K; Initial Resistance at $46K Bitcoin (BTC) is holding above $42K as buyers remain active at lower support levels. The cryptocurrency faces initial resistance at $46K, which could stall the price jump. Short-term signals are bullish.

PUBG Publisher Krafton Partners With Solana Labs

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 23. 17:36

PUBG Publisher Krafton Partners With Solana Labs The agreement could bring blockchain integrations and NFTs to the popular battle-royale style game.

The State of Bitcoin and Ethereum Mining in 10 Charts

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 23. 17:35

The State of Bitcoin and Ethereum Mining in 10 Charts It's been a rollercoaster year for Bitcoin and Ethereum mining: Here is what the data shows.

India’s Crypto Industry Fears Proposed Tax Rules Will Increase ‘Brain Drain’

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 23. 17:33

India’s Crypto Industry Fears Proposed Tax Rules Will Increase ‘Brain Drain’ The new tax proposals are set to formally become law on Thursday amidst little hope that the government may soften the tax blow.

MiCA Could Still Be Delayed by EU Parliamentarians Over Proof-of-Work Provision

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 23. 17:26

MiCA Could Still Be Delayed by EU Parliamentarians Over Proof-of-Work Provision EU parliamentarians that supported the controversial provision seeking to limit proof-of-work crypto could make one last stand if the MiCA draft goes for a full parliamentary vote.

The Rise of Illegal Crypto Mining Hijackers – And Big Tech’s Response

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 23. 17:02

The Rise of Illegal Crypto Mining Hijackers – And Big Tech’s Response Cloud vendors are fighting back against cryptojacking, but the hijackers are getting more sophisticated.

SportsIcon to Open Metaverse Where Athletes Can Interact With Fans

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 23. 17:00

SportsIcon to Open Metaverse Where Athletes Can Interact With Fans The Sports Metaverse will also allow users to trade NFTs, buy and develop land, and visit stadiums.

Acala, VCs Commit $250M for Polkadot DeFi Investments

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 23. 16:01

Acala, VCs Commit $250M for Polkadot DeFi Investments The fund will be used to back companies with use cases for Acala’s aUSD stablecoin.

Fintech Firm Mogo Forms Ventures Unit to Manage Its Mostly Crypto-Related Investments

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 23. 15:27

Fintech Firm Mogo Forms Ventures Unit to Manage Its Mostly Crypto-Related Investments Among Mogo’s investments are a 39% stake in crypto exchange Coinsquare, and holdings of bitcoin and ether.

Loopring’s LRC Up 34% on Beta Release of GameStop NFT Marketplace

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 23. 15:18

Loopring’s LRC Up 34% on Beta Release of GameStop NFT Marketplace GameStop’s GME stock was up 10% as well.

Why Do Old-Line Businesses Enter Crypto Mining? Simple: Fat Profits

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 23. 15:05

Why Do Old-Line Businesses Enter Crypto Mining? Simple: Fat Profits Even though mining margins have shrunk since crypto prices corrected, for now they’re big enough to keep luring entrants from sectors like prepackaged food and anti-aging formulas.

India’s Proposed Crypto Tax Rules Likely to Become Law Thursday

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 23. 14:37

India’s Proposed Crypto Tax Rules Likely to Become Law Thursday Any easing of the government's stance on crypto taxation will be contained in amendments to the bill.

First Mover Americas: Ether Options Shed Bearish Skew for First Time in 2 Months, ETH/BTC Ratio Eyes Big Move

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 23. 13:02

First Mover Americas: Ether Options Shed Bearish Skew for First Time in 2 Months, ETH/BTC Ratio Eyes Big Move As bitcoin's post-Fed bounce stalls, the shape of the Treasury yield curve may keep risk appetite under check.

Ex-Polychain Partner Tekin Salimi Launches $125M Crypto Venture Fund

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 23. 13:00

Ex-Polychain Partner Tekin Salimi Launches $125M Crypto Venture Fund The new fund plans to convert into a decentralized autonomous organization, and involves Terra’s Do Kwon and Avalanche’s Emin Gün Sirer.

Figure Technologies Reveals Crypto-Backed Mortgage Products

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 23. 12:24

Figure Technologies Reveals Crypto-Backed Mortgage Products Blockchain lending startup Figure Technologies is to roll out mortgages fully backed by crypto of up to $20 million.

Vitalik Buterin Should Let Ethereum Be Ethereum

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 23. 12:00

Vitalik Buterin Should Let Ethereum Be Ethereum The Ethereum co-founder has spoken about ensuring developers do what he considers the right things with their projects, but he would be better off accepting where the platform’s users lead, imperfections and all.

Stablecoin Cashio Suffers 'Infinite Glitch' Exploit, TVL Drops by $28M

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 23. 11:56

Stablecoin Cashio Suffers 'Infinite Glitch' Exploit, TVL Drops by $28M Cashio's CASH token has lost almost all its value, as of the time of writing.

Investment Bank Cowen Launches Digital Unit, Aims to Compete With Bulge-Bracket Firms

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 23. 11:45

Investment Bank Cowen Launches Digital Unit, Aims to Compete With Bulge-Bracket Firms It’s the latest in a trend of traditional finance players spying opportunity in the cryptocurrency sector.

Vitalik Buterin, Crypto’s Public Intellectual?

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 23. 11:30

Vitalik Buterin, Crypto’s Public Intellectual? Ethereum doesn’t need a figurehead, but crypto might need this savvy voice.

Crypto Lender Nexo Spins Out $150M Venture Arm for Web 3 Investments, Acquisitions

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 23. 10:12

Crypto Lender Nexo Spins Out $150M Venture Arm for Web 3 Investments, Acquisitions Cryptocurrency lender Nexo announced a venture arm with $150 million to invest in Web 3 projects and acquisitions.

Bitcoin's Correlation to S&P 500 Hits 17-Month High

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 23. 08:37

Bitcoin's Correlation to S&P 500 Hits 17-Month High The 90-day correlation between the top cryptocurrency and the S&P 500 has risen to the highest level since October 2020.

Thailand Bans Crypto as Means of Payment

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 23. 07:42

Thailand Bans Crypto as Means of Payment The Thai SEC stressed that it is only banning the use of crypto for payments and is not banning crypto trading and digital assets.

Indian Superstar Amitabh Bachchan Pays Up After Tax Authorities' Action On Platform Hosting His NFTs

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 23. 06:34

Indian Superstar Amitabh Bachchan Pays Up After Tax Authorities' Action On Platform Hosting His NFTs The platform featuring Amitabh Bachchan's NFTs was sent a follow up notice by an Indian tax agency.

Worldcoin to Raise $100M at $3B Token Valuation: Report

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 22. 23:44

Worldcoin to Raise $100M at $3B Token Valuation: Report The list of investors for Worldcoin's latest funding includes a16z, Khosla Ventures.

First Mover Asia: Part of Singapore’s Crypto Allure Is a Sheen of Transparency. Is the City-State Changing?

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 22. 22:31

First Mover Asia: Part of Singapore’s Crypto Allure Is a Sheen of Transparency. Is the City-State Changing? There was no apparent, clear explanation about a Singapore regulatory agency's decision to place crypto fund DeFiance Capital on an "Investor Alert List.”

El Salvador Postpones Bitcoin Bond: Report

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 22. 22:04

El Salvador Postpones Bitcoin Bond: Report The country's finance minister said the launch could be postponed to as late as September, according to Reuters.

Fed Chair Powell’s Hawkish Stance on Inflation Could Hurt Crypto

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 22. 20:45

Fed Chair Powell’s Hawkish Stance on Inflation Could Hurt Crypto On Monday, the Fed Chair gave what was seen as one of the most hawkish speeches yet, announcing more rate increases this year. For crypto, this could mean falling prices.

Bored Ape Owner Yuga Labs Raises $450M Led by a16z

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 22. 20:29

Bored Ape Owner Yuga Labs Raises $450M Led by a16z The Bored Ape Yacht Club creator will use the funds to build out its NFT-based metaverse.

Bored Ape Yacht Club Owner Yuga Labs Raises $450M Led by A16z

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 22. 20:29

Bored Ape Yacht Club Owner Yuga Labs Raises $450M Led by A16z The Bored Ape Yacht Club creator will use the funds to build out its NFT-based metaverse.

Market Wrap: Bitcoin in Recovery Mode, Crypto Stocks Outperform

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 22. 20:27

Market Wrap: Bitcoin in Recovery Mode, Crypto Stocks Outperform Bitcoin (BTC) held above $42K, while ether (ETH) reached $3K for the first time in two weeks. Some indicators suggest its too early to confirm "altcoin season," although risk appetite is improving. Meanwhile, BITQ crypto stocks ETF is outperforming BTC

Mango DAO Embraces SOL, Rejects BTC With $1M Treasury Investment

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 22. 20:11

Mango DAO Embraces SOL, Rejects BTC With $1M Treasury Investment The governing body behind Solana’s Mango Markets overwhelmingly rejected calls to invest even a sliver of its nearly $700 million treasury in bitcoin.

A16z Alum Katie Haun Raises $1.5B for 2 New Crypto Venture Funds

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 22. 20:02

A16z Alum Katie Haun Raises $1.5B for 2 New Crypto Venture Funds The money is being split between an early-stage fund and an “acceleration” fund.

Crypto.com Nabs FIFA World Cup Sponsorship for Undisclosed Sum

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 22. 19:27

Crypto.com Nabs FIFA World Cup Sponsorship for Undisclosed Sum The exchange is adding the world’s most storied soccer tournament to its growing list of sports sponsorship deals.

Bitcoin Mining Ban Bill Makes It out of New York State Assembly Committee

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 22. 19:17

Bitcoin Mining Ban Bill Makes It out of New York State Assembly Committee The bill aims to put in place a two-year moratorium on the kind of crypto mining used to secure the Bitcoin network.

NFTs Are on ‘Ellen’ – This Time as Performers

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 22. 19:15

NFTs Are on ‘Ellen’ – This Time as Performers The latest round of NFT airtime comes as mainstream attention on the tech remains high.

FTX Acquires Good Luck Games Amid Gaming Push

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 22. 18:58

FTX Acquires Good Luck Games Amid Gaming Push The developer of the upcoming card battle game Storybook Bawl will become a part of the newly formed FTX Gaming division.

Avalanche Announces New ‘Core’ Wallet, Bitcoin Bridge at AVAX Summit

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 22. 18:56

Avalanche Announces New ‘Core’ Wallet, Bitcoin Bridge at AVAX Summit The pair of product upgrades are meant to boost Avalanche’s DeFi ecosystem.

Lemonade Is Working With Avalanche, Chainlink on Weather Insurance for Farmers

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 22. 18:26

Lemonade Is Working With Avalanche, Chainlink on Weather Insurance for Farmers A newly formed DAO backed by the Lemonade Foundation will roll out permissionless weather insurance to African farmers later this year.

The Ramps Killing Bitcoin's Dissident Thesis

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 22. 18:23

The Ramps Killing Bitcoin's Dissident Thesis Why does crypto work for Russian ransomware, but not the Ottawa truckers?

Web 3 Users Won’t Own Hundreds of Assets

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 22. 18:23

Web 3 Users Won’t Own Hundreds of Assets The commitment required to make web 3 a success necessarily limits the projects someone can be involved with.

Crypto Implicated in Child Porn, Terrorism, French Official Says, Calling for End to Online Anonymity

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 22. 18:16

Crypto Implicated in Child Porn, Terrorism, French Official Says, Calling for End to Online Anonymity In a plea to EU lawmakers, the head of France’s anti-dirty money unit said the authorities should be able to access information about even small online transfers.

Bitcoin Price Breaks Out to Highest in Almost 3 Weeks

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 22. 17:59

Bitcoin Price Breaks Out to Highest in Almost 3 Weeks Bitcoin's price is moving in line with major indices, but it's too early to say whether this is a sustained rally.

Vitalik Buterin's Dad on Ukraine, Censorship and Decentralization

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 22. 17:47

Vitalik Buterin's Dad on Ukraine, Censorship and Decentralization Dima Buterin: Ukraine war might be the “next big push towards adoption of crypto.”

Bitcoin Rises Above $42K; Resistance at $46K-$50K

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 22. 17:45

Bitcoin Rises Above $42K; Resistance at $46K-$50K Bitcoin (BTC) momentum signals are improving, which could keep buyers active toward the $46K-$50K resistance zone. For now, pullbacks appear to be limited with support nearby at $40K.

The Unnoticed OFAC Budget Ask in Last Week's Crypto Congressional Hearing

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 22. 17:08

The Unnoticed OFAC Budget Ask in Last Week's Crypto Congressional Hearing U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Warren wants to task the Biden administration and Treasury Department with monitoring crypto transactions for fear of sanctions violations. The two Treasury agencies that would do so might already have the authority they need – but not the money.

NFL Teams Can Pursue Some Blockchain Deals, but Direct Crypto Promotion Still Banned: Report

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 22. 16:58

NFL Teams Can Pursue Some Blockchain Deals, but Direct Crypto Promotion Still Banned: Report Restrictions remain for specific cryptocurrencies and fan tokens that can be exchanged for merchandise and experiences, according to CNBC.

Crypto PAC Nets $400K in February From BlockFi CEO, CNBC Contributor and More

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 22. 16:31

Crypto PAC Nets $400K in February From BlockFi CEO, CNBC Contributor and More Another wave of crypto executives ponied up for GMI PAC last month as midterm elections approached.

Ether supera los $3000 por primera vez en dos semanas

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 22. 16:28

Ether supera los $3000 por primera vez en dos semanas La moneda nativa de la red Ethereum había bajado hasta $2500 a principios de este mes, antes de iniciar una subida sostenida.

Crypto Remains a Threat: ECB Chief Christine Lagarde

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 22. 16:26

Crypto Remains a Threat: ECB Chief Christine Lagarde Crypto service providers are accomplices to circumventing Russia sanctions, Lagarde said during an appearance at the Bank for International Settlements’ Innovation Summit on Tuesday.

Bitmain Redux: Bitdeer and BitFuFu Are About to Test US Stock Market's Mining Appetite

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 22. 15:56

Bitmain Redux: Bitdeer and BitFuFu Are About to Test US Stock Market's Mining Appetite China's two biggest cloud mining platforms plan to go public on the Nasdaq via SPAC deals this year, at a time when cryptocurrency and broader markets have pulled back from their peaks.

Ireland's Central Bank Warns of 'Misleading' Crypto Ads by Social Media Influencers

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 22. 15:42

Ireland's Central Bank Warns of 'Misleading' Crypto Ads by Social Media Influencers The Central Bank of Ireland has warned consumers about the risk of 'misleading' ads promoting crypto investments particularly by influencers on social media.

Polychain Capital Leads $22M Investment in NFT Appraisal Protocol Upshot

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 22. 14:34

Polychain Capital Leads $22M Investment in NFT Appraisal Protocol Upshot The project wants to bridge the worlds of DeFi and NFT.

Why Some Bitcoin Devs Say Lasers Can Cut Mining’s Energy Costs

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 22. 14:18

Why Some Bitcoin Devs Say Lasers Can Cut Mining’s Energy Costs A proposed change to Bitcoin called 'Optical proof-of-work' would improve geographic distribution of hashrate and quell fears of climate-related pushback, proponents argue.

Crypto Providers Would Have to Swap Transaction Details Under OECD Tax-Dodging Proposal

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 22. 13:57

Crypto Providers Would Have to Swap Transaction Details Under OECD Tax-Dodging Proposal Details of overseas crypto holdings would be shared with home tax authorities under the planned extension of rules intended to bust financial secrecy.

Bitcoin Mining and ESG: A Match Made in Heaven

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 22. 13:31

Bitcoin Mining and ESG: A Match Made in Heaven As clean energy gradually gets cheaper, mining operations will help subsidize green projects, writes the CEO of mining firm CleanSpark. This op-ed is part of CoinDesk’s Mining Week.

First Mover Americas: Goldman's Crypto OTC Trade Revives Hopes of Institutional Demand; Lido Token Rallies

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 22. 13:13

First Mover Americas: Goldman's Crypto OTC Trade Revives Hopes of Institutional Demand; Lido Token Rallies As bitcoin's post-Fed bounce stalls, the shape of the Treasury yield curve may keep risk appetite under check.

First Mover Americas: Goldman's Crypto OTC Trade Revives Hopes of Institutional Demand, Lido Token Rallies

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 22. 13:13

First Mover Americas: Goldman's Crypto OTC Trade Revives Hopes of Institutional Demand, Lido Token Rallies As bitcoin's post-Fed bounce stalls, the shape of the Treasury yield curve may keep risk appetite under check.

Cryptos Reclaim $2T Capitalization, Cardano’s ADA Leads Gains in Majors

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 22. 13:01

Cryptos Reclaim $2T Capitalization, Cardano’s ADA Leads Gains in Majors Crypto markets added nearly 3.2% to overall capitalization in the past 24 hours, data show.

Paradigm Invests $8.75M in DeFi’s Ribbon Finance

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 22. 13:01

Paradigm Invests $8.75M in DeFi’s Ribbon Finance The protocol automates crypto derivatives strategies for the lay DeFi trader.

Paradigm Invests $8.8M in DeFi’s Ribbon Finance

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 22. 13:01

Paradigm Invests $8.8M in DeFi’s Ribbon Finance The protocol automates crypto derivatives strategies for the lay DeFi trader.

Trading Platform Pipe Launches Alternative Financing Solution for Bitcoin Miners

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 22. 13:00

Trading Platform Pipe Launches Alternative Financing Solution for Bitcoin Miners The company worked with Compass Mining for several months before launching the product.

Micro-Investing App Acorns Adds Bitcoin Exposure Option

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 22. 13:00

Micro-Investing App Acorns Adds Bitcoin Exposure Option Users of the savings and investment platform can now allocate up to 5% of their accounts to the ProShares Bitcoin Strategy ETF.

Pipe Introduces Alternative Financing Product for Bitcoin Miners

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 22. 13:00

Pipe Introduces Alternative Financing Product for Bitcoin Miners The company worked with Compass Mining for several months before launching the product.

Crypto Exchange Coincheck to List on Nasdaq via $1.25B Merger

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 22. 12:20

Crypto Exchange Coincheck to List on Nasdaq via $1.25B Merger Coincheck, one of Japan's largest cryptocurrency exchanges, has agreed to a merger with Nasdaq-listed special purpose acquisition company (SPAC) Thunder Bridge Capital Partners IV.

Morgan Stanley Sees DeFi Remaining ‘Fairly Small’ as Growth to Slow

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 22. 12:15

Morgan Stanley Sees DeFi Remaining ‘Fairly Small’ as Growth to Slow The exponential growth seen in decentralized finance (DeFi) in recent years may be set to slow owing to hurdles such as regulation and overcollateralization, Morgan Stanley said in a research report.

Cardano, Solana and Other Non-ETH Tokens the Focus of New Grayscale Smart Contract Fund

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 22. 12:15

Cardano, Solana and Other Non-ETH Tokens the Focus of New Grayscale Smart Contract Fund It’s the fund manager’s 18th investment product and third diversified fund offering.

Draper University Partners With VeChain to Train Web 3 Founders

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 22. 12:00

Draper University Partners With VeChain to Train Web 3 Founders The broader Draper Network of investment funds was an early backer of the blockchain platform for supply chain and business process management.

Animoca, Coinbase Ventures Back $5M Seed Round for Metaverse Gaming Studio Block Tackle

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 22. 12:00

Animoca, Coinbase Ventures Back $5M Seed Round for Metaverse Gaming Studio Block Tackle The studio’s first release will be SkateX, where players can buy their own skateboard NFTs and vote on decisions about the game.

Crypto Exchange MEXC Global Leads $150M Fetch.ai Development Fund With Huobi, Bybit

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 22. 12:00

Crypto Exchange MEXC Global Leads $150M Fetch.ai Development Fund With Huobi, Bybit The money will be used to encourage more developers and projects to work on the Fetch.ai ecosystem.

Crypto Exchange Coincheck to List on Nasdaq via $1.25B Merger

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 22. 11:57

Crypto Exchange Coincheck to List on Nasdaq via $1.25B Merger Coincheck, one of Japan's largest cryptocurrency exchanges, has agreed to a merger with Nasdaq-listed special purpose acquisition company (SPAC) Thunder Bridge Capital Partners IV.

Indian Crypto Industry Mulls Supreme Court Move as Tax Break Expectations Disappear

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 22. 11:04

Indian Crypto Industry Mulls Supreme Court Move as Tax Break Expectations Disappear The fading hope is that the government may reduce the 1% tax deducted at source, but expectations of a tax break on crypto capital gains have all but disappeared.

3 Reasons Bitcoin Is Staying Resilient to Powell's Hawkish Remarks

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 22. 10:47

3 Reasons Bitcoin Is Staying Resilient to Powell's Hawkish Remarks The inversion of the yield curve signals the Fed may compromise in the future, so it's a good sign in part, one trader said.

Cross-Border CBDC Payments Are 'Viable,' Says Report From Central Banks of Australia, Malaysia, Singapore and South Africa

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 22. 10:39

Cross-Border CBDC Payments Are 'Viable,' Says Report From Central Banks of Australia, Malaysia, Singapore and South Africa The tool to enable paying using different assets, tested by Australia, South Africa, Singapore and Malaysia, is the latest foray into trialling the applications of central bank digital currencies.

Ether Tops $3K For First Time in 2 Weeks

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 22. 04:25

Ether Tops $3K For First Time in 2 Weeks The native coin of the Ethereum network had dropped to as low as $2,500 earlier this month before beginning a steady climb.

UK Advertising Regulator Issues 'Red Alert' Guidance on Crypto Ads

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 22. 00:01

UK Advertising Regulator Issues 'Red Alert' Guidance on Crypto Ads The U.K.'s advertising regulator has issued an enforcement notice to over 50 companies that have advertised cryptocurrency advising them to review their ads to ensure they comply with new guidance.

First Mover Asia: Why Bitcoin Started the Week Slowly; Ether Rises

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 21. 22:30

First Mover Asia: Why Bitcoin Started the Week Slowly; Ether Rises Trading of bitcoin has been light as investors seem to be taking measure of an unsettled macroeconomic environment.

Crypto Exchange Blockchain.com Acquires Altonomy’s OTC Desk

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 21. 22:25

Crypto Exchange Blockchain.com Acquires Altonomy’s OTC Desk Blockchain.com confirmed the deal to CoinDesk. It significantly expands the exchange’s crypto OTC network – especially in the altcoin space.

FTX Invests $100M in Banking App Dave, Forms Partnership for Crypto Payments

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 21. 21:22

FTX Invests $100M in Banking App Dave, Forms Partnership for Crypto Payments FTX US will serve as the exclusive partner for any crypto offerings offered via Dave.

Ray Dalio’s Bridgewater Investing in Crypto Fund: Sources

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 21. 20:46

Ray Dalio’s Bridgewater Investing in Crypto Fund: Sources It’s the first signal to date that the world’s largest hedge fund is taking crypto seriously with its own money.

Mawson's Q4 Revenue Rises 79% From Q3

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 21. 20:43

Mawson's Q4 Revenue Rises 79% From Q3 The company also raised its hashrate guidance for next year by 10%.

Market Wrap: Bitcoin Pulls Back After Fed Chair's Comments; Volatility Oversold

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 21. 20:15

Market Wrap: Bitcoin Pulls Back After Fed Chair's Comments; Volatility Oversold Bitcoin (BTC) traded roughly flat on Monday, although the Fed's plan for aggressive rate hikes caused a slight pullback intraday. Volatility sold off in BTC and ETH, but could pick up into next month.

What Layer 1 Protocols Must Learn From the Telecom Crash

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 21. 19:41

What Layer 1 Protocols Must Learn From the Telecom Crash Layer 1 networks competing with Ethereum was a major investment theme in 2021.

Bitcoin Lower for Second Day as Price Slides Toward $40K

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 21. 18:40

Bitcoin Lower for Second Day as Price Slides Toward $40K Cryptocurrency analysts are divided on lingering bitcoin market impact of recent Fed rate hike decisions.

The Future of Ethereum Sucks, and I Feel Fine

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 21. 18:12

The Future of Ethereum Sucks, and I Feel Fine Ethereum is going to eat the global economy. The price of that growth, however, is going to be a slow drift away from the decentralized, fully open ideal we started with.

Bitcoin Fades From Resistance; Support at $37K-$40K

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 21. 18:06

Bitcoin Fades From Resistance; Support at $37K-$40K Bitcoin (BTC) continues to struggle near the $40,000 resistance zone after overbought signals appeared on the charts. Still, pullbacks could be limited around lower support levels, which could keep buyers active over the short-term.

SEC Delays Spot Bitcoin ETF Offerings From WisdomTree and One River

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 21. 17:04

SEC Delays Spot Bitcoin ETF Offerings From WisdomTree and One River The move continues a pattern by the U.S. securities regulator of denying or not taking action on all spot bitcoin ETF applications.

Crypto Mining, the Energy Crisis and the End of ESG

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 21. 16:44

Crypto Mining, the Energy Crisis and the End of ESG How a European war made an argument about mining moot. This op-ed is part of Mining Week.

Abu Dhabi Free Zone Seeks Comments on NFT Rules

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 21. 16:00

Abu Dhabi Free Zone Seeks Comments on NFT Rules A consultation paper looks to bring NFTs into Abu Dhabi's existing regulatory framework for virtual assets.

Naomi Osaka Becomes Latest FTX 'Ambassador,' Joining Tom Brady and More

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 21. 14:13

Naomi Osaka Becomes Latest FTX 'Ambassador,' Joining Tom Brady and More The tennis star gets shares in the global crypto exchange as part of the deal.

Don’t Call it a Comeback: The Unlikely Rise of Home Bitcoin Mining

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 21. 13:47

Don’t Call it a Comeback: The Unlikely Rise of Home Bitcoin Mining Even with the surge in popularity, home mining only accounts for a skinny slice of the industry’s overall pie.

Will Belarus Lure Crypto Miners Amid Sanctions, Russia-Ukraine War?

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 21. 13:28

Will Belarus Lure Crypto Miners Amid Sanctions, Russia-Ukraine War? Despite favorable business conditions, a country’s political environment can deter international capital.

Social Media Crypto Advice, Gamification Targeted by Global Standard-Setters at IOSCO

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 21. 13:25

Social Media Crypto Advice, Gamification Targeted by Global Standard-Setters at IOSCO Tackling crypto and other investment scams might need international coordination, says the International Organization of Securities Commissions.

First Mover Americas: CME Futures Open Interest Hints at Bitcoin Bottom, Ether Breaks Out

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 21. 13:21

First Mover Americas: CME Futures Open Interest Hints at Bitcoin Bottom, Ether Breaks Out As bitcoin's post-Fed bounce stalls, the shape of the Treasury yield curve may keep risk appetite under check.

What Does a Crypto Mining Farm Look Like? Striking Photos From Siberia to Spain

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 21. 13:12

What Does a Crypto Mining Farm Look Like? Striking Photos From Siberia to Spain CoinDesk reporters traveled across Europe and North America to capture the diversity of cryptocurrency mining facilities.

Introducing CoinDesk’s Mining Week

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 21. 13:02

Introducing CoinDesk’s Mining Week Our reporters visited crypto mining farms around the world, interviewed key players and crunched network data to shed light on a little-understood industry.

The TIE Valued at $100M as Data Service Courts Institutional Crypto

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 21. 13:00

The TIE Valued at $100M as Data Service Courts Institutional Crypto The Bloomberg Terminal-esque product raised $9 million in strategic funding.

After Short-Lived Ban, NY City Is Still Reckoning With Crypto Miners Next Door

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 21. 12:40

After Short-Lived Ban, NY City Is Still Reckoning With Crypto Miners Next Door Cities across the U.S. are grappling with what it means to have cryptocurrency mining operations in their communities. Plattsburgh offers a sobering case study.

After Short-Lived Ban, City in New York Is Still Reckoning With Crypto Miners

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 21. 12:40

After Short-Lived Ban, City in New York Is Still Reckoning With Crypto Miners Cities across the U.S. are grappling with what it means to have cryptocurrency mining operations in their communities. Plattsburgh offers a sobering case study.

After Short-Lived Ban, City in Upstate NY Is Still Reckoning With Crypto Miners

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 21. 12:40

After Short-Lived Ban, City in Upstate NY Is Still Reckoning With Crypto Miners Cities across the U.S. are grappling with what it means to have cryptocurrency mining operations in their communities. Plattsburgh offers a sobering case study.

Goldman Sachs Conducts First Over-the-Counter Crypto Trade With Galaxy

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 21. 12:34

Goldman Sachs Conducts First Over-the-Counter Crypto Trade With Galaxy Michael Novogratz's Galaxy says it's building on the relationship with Goldman as more Wall Street clients seek to push into cryptocurrency trading.

Traders Bet on Ether Staking After Eth 2.0 Upgrade

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 21. 10:51

Traders Bet on Ether Staking After Eth 2.0 Upgrade Among other reasons, ether staking yields are likely to be 10%-15% following the Eth 2.0 upgrade.

Traders Bet on Ether Staking After Ethereum 2.0 Upgrade

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 21. 10:51

Traders Bet on Ether Staking After Ethereum 2.0 Upgrade Among other reasons, ether staking yields are likely to be 10%-15% following the Eth 2.0 upgrade.

FTX Continues Global Expansion, Creates Unit in Australia

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 21. 10:27

FTX Continues Global Expansion, Creates Unit in Australia Cryptocurrency exchange FTX has continued its recent global expansion streak by establishing a new division in Australia.

Hubspot Hack Leads to Data Breaches at BlockFi, Swan Bitcoin

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 21. 04:30

Hubspot Hack Leads to Data Breaches at BlockFi, Swan Bitcoin Both companies assure users their crypto is safe as Hubspot had limited access to internal data.

Hubspot Hack Leads to Data Breaches at BlockFi, Swan Bitcoin, NYDIG, and Circle

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 21. 04:30

Hubspot Hack Leads to Data Breaches at BlockFi, Swan Bitcoin, NYDIG, and Circle Both companies assure users their crypto is safe as Hubspot had limited access to internal data.

HubSpot Hack Leads to Data Breaches at BlockFi, Swan Bitcoin, NYDIG and Circle

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 21. 04:30

HubSpot Hack Leads to Data Breaches at BlockFi, Swan Bitcoin, NYDIG and Circle Both companies assure users their crypto is safe as Hubspot had limited access to internal data.

First Mover Asia: Singapore-Based Gaming Company Razer Struggles to Pivot; Bitcoin Declines After a Positive Week

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 20. 22:40

First Mover Asia: Singapore-Based Gaming Company Razer Struggles to Pivot; Bitcoin Declines After a Positive Week The one-time, would-be "Apple of the Gaming World" failed in its attempt to secure a digital banking license and to reinvent itself into a lifestyle brand; bitcoin falls slightly but holds over $41,000.

Revisiting Bitcoin’s Energy ‘Problem’ in the Face of ESG Investment Mandates

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 20. 14:50

Revisiting Bitcoin’s Energy ‘Problem’ in the Face of ESG Investment Mandates Critics of Bitcoin’s energy use should consider its relative carbon density rather than the absolute amount of energy used.

Fund Manager Jim Chanos Says He’s Shorting Coinbase

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 18. 23:08

Fund Manager Jim Chanos Says He’s Shorting Coinbase The founder of Kynikos Associates called the crypto exchange a “bubble stock” in a CNBC interview.

What Is ApeCoin and Who Is Behind It?

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 18. 21:38

What Is ApeCoin and Who Is Behind It? A carefully coordinated marketing campaign takes great pains to distance the new token from Yuga Labs, but the firm that created the Bored Ape NFTs appears to be deeply involved.

Market Wrap: Ether Outperforms, Bitcoin Rises Above $42K

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 18. 20:25

Market Wrap: Ether Outperforms, Bitcoin Rises Above $42K Ether (ETH) was the standout on Friday, rising as much as 5% versus a 2% gain in BTC. Altcoins have taken the lead, suggesting greater appetite for risk among investors. Still, risks remain, which could keep volatility elevated.

Without Robots, DAOs Will Never Progress Beyond Their Current Level

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 18. 19:25

Without Robots, DAOs Will Never Progress Beyond Their Current Level Artificial intelligence would eliminate human error from current DAO models.

El Salvador’s Bitcoin Bond Issuance Apparently Delayed

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 18. 19:19

El Salvador’s Bitcoin Bond Issuance Apparently Delayed The country’s finance minister had previously suggested the bond sale could be launched as soon as this week.

Andrew Yang Wants Web 3 to Prove the Haters Wrong

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 18. 18:37

Andrew Yang Wants Web 3 to Prove the Haters Wrong With a pair of new DAOs, is Andrew Yang crypto’s political darling?

Bitcoin Holding Above $40K, Resistance at $46K

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 18. 17:48

Bitcoin Holding Above $40K, Resistance at $46K Bitcoin (BTC) is strengthening above $40K and could see further upside toward the $43K-$46K resistance zone. The consolidation phase could be nearing an end, especially if a breakout is confirmed over the weekend.

Why Is the IMF So Afraid of Cryptocurrency?

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 18. 17:39

Why Is the IMF So Afraid of Cryptocurrency? The IMF is not a neutral aid organization, but the economic arm of a vast power structure. Crypto threatens that power.

Ukraine Crypto Exchange Founder Accuses Binance of 'Cooperating' With the Russian Government

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 18. 17:38

Ukraine Crypto Exchange Founder Accuses Binance of 'Cooperating' With the Russian Government Michael Chobanian also says Binance has yet to make its promised $10 million donation. The exchange didn't respond to CoinDesk's request for comment.

From Pariah to Partner: Crypto's Climate Answers

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 18. 16:49

From Pariah to Partner: Crypto's Climate Answers There are signs that policymakers are beginning to recognize crypto's potential for balancing the grid and reducing greenhouse gas impacts.

Una popular estrategia de inversión con bitcoin pierde fuerza debido a la inflación de EE.UU.

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 18. 16:38

Una popular estrategia de inversión con bitcoin pierde fuerza debido a la inflación de EE.UU. Aun así, los rendimientos reales de las criptomonedas siguen siendo relativamente atractivos en comparación con los mercados tradicionales y podrían seguir captando inversores, según algunos observadores.

President of Fake UN Affiliate Convicted of Fraud in Crypto Scam

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 18. 16:03

President of Fake UN Affiliate Convicted of Fraud in Crypto Scam Asa Saint Clair was convicted of wire fraud for devising an investment scheme that swindled hundreds of thousands of dollars from more than 60 victims.

Parallel Finance Launches DeFi ‘Super App’ for Polkadot Crypto Ecosystem

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 18. 16:00

Parallel Finance Launches DeFi ‘Super App’ for Polkadot Crypto Ecosystem The lending protocol with $500 million in TVL is making a play for market dominance.

Hut 8’s Data Center Deal Will Set It Apart From Peers, Analyst Says

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 18. 15:40

Hut 8’s Data Center Deal Will Set It Apart From Peers, Analyst Says Hut 8 closed on its C$30 million purchase of 5 of TeraGo’s Candadian data centers on January 31.

Cricket NFT Marketplace to Raise Around $100M in Series A: Report

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 18. 15:04

Cricket NFT Marketplace to Raise Around $100M in Series A: Report FanCraze, the developer of a non-fungible token (NFT) marketplace trading official cricket collectibles, has raised $100 million in Series A funding.

Cricket NFT Marketplace to Raise $100M in Series A Funding Round: Report

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 18. 15:04

Cricket NFT Marketplace to Raise  $100M in Series A Funding Round: Report FanCraze, the developer of a non-fungible token (NFT) marketplace trading official cricket collectibles, has raised $100 million in Series A funding.

Web 3 Game Development Platform Joyride Raises $14M Ahead of Launch

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 18. 14:15

Web 3 Game Development Platform Joyride Raises $14M Ahead of Launch Optimized for Unity, Joyride allows developers to build blockchain-powered esports, casual and social games on mobile devices.

First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Downtrend Intact, Recession Fears May Weigh

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 18. 13:26

First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Downtrend Intact, Recession Fears May Weigh Bitcoin's post-Fed bounce stalls, the shape of the Treasury yield curve may keep risk appetite under check.

Chainlink's Total Value Secured Expansion Isn’t Matched by LINK Token’s Growth

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 18. 13:22

Chainlink's Total Value Secured Expansion Isn’t Matched by LINK Token’s Growth This disparity between Chainlink’s TVS and LINK’s market cap may reflect several issues, Coinbase said.

Web 3 Gaming Platform on Terra Blockchain Gets $25M Boost From FTX, Jump Crypto

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 18. 12:05

Web 3 Gaming Platform on Terra Blockchain Gets $25M Boost From FTX, Jump Crypto The round values the Hashed-advised gaming platform at $500 million.

Web 3 Gaming Platform on Terra Blockchain Raises $25M in Token Sale

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 18. 12:05

Web 3 Gaming Platform on Terra Blockchain Raises $25M in Token Sale The round values the Hashed-advised gaming platform at $500 million.

Popular Bitcoin Strategy Loses Shine as US Inflation Nears 8%

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 18. 11:56

Popular Bitcoin Strategy Loses Shine as US Inflation Nears 8% Crypto real yields remain relatively attractive to traditional markets and could continue to draw investors, some observers say.

Taiwan's MaiCoin Crypto Exchange Weighs Nasdaq Listing: Report

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 18. 10:38

Taiwan's MaiCoin Crypto Exchange Weighs Nasdaq Listing: Report Documents seen by Bloomberg say the exchange is considering an IPO within two years.

Bitcoin Mining Difficulty Drops for Second Time in March

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 18. 08:44

Bitcoin Mining Difficulty Drops for Second Time in March The drop is likely a result of miners unplugging their machines due to high energy costs, said Compass Mining CEO Whitt Gibbs.

Ultiverse to Expand Metaverse Offerings in BNB Chain Ecosystem with $4.5M Raise

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 18. 08:24

Ultiverse to Expand Metaverse Offerings in BNB Chain Ecosystem with $4.5M Raise The round was co-led by Binance Labs and DeFiance, a Three Arrows Capital platform fund.

Bitcoin Mining Difficulty Drops for Second Time in March

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 18. 07:52

Bitcoin Mining Difficulty Drops for Second Time in March The drop is likely a result of miners unplugging their machines due to high energy costs, said Compass Mining CEO Whitt Gibbs.

Facebook Owner Meta Sued by Australian Consumer Watchdog for Scam Crypto Ads

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 18. 07:02

Facebook Owner Meta Sued by Australian Consumer Watchdog for Scam Crypto Ads Australian Competition and Consumer Commission says Meta linked fake media articles to unknowing celebrities.

Argentine Congress Approves IMF Debt Deal That Would Discourage Crypto Usage

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 18. 06:22

Argentine Congress Approves IMF Debt Deal That Would Discourage Crypto Usage The $45 billion loan was approved by the Senate on Thursday night, one week after the Chamber of Deputies passed it.

Argentine Senate to Vote on IMF Agreement Discouraging Use of Cryptocurrencies

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 18. 00:17

Argentine Senate to Vote on IMF Agreement Discouraging Use of Cryptocurrencies The letter of intent was signed by both parties on March 3 and already approved by the Chamber of Deputies.

Bitcoin Miner TeraWulf Sets 2022 Hashrate Guidance

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 17. 23:01

Bitcoin Miner TeraWulf Sets 2022 Hashrate Guidance The company, which went public in December and counts among its backers actress Gwyneth Paltron, also said its 2025 expectations remain on track.

First Mover Asia: Taiwan's Surprising Interest Rate Hike; Altcoins Outdo Bitcoin

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 17. 22:32

First Mover Asia: Taiwan's Surprising Interest Rate Hike; Altcoins Outdo Bitcoin A survey of economists expected the country with its soaring economy to leave the rate unchanged; avalanche and solana, among others were well into the green.

The Fight Against Inflation Has Begun and Bitcoin is Ready to Help

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 17. 21:56

The Fight Against Inflation Has Begun and Bitcoin is Ready to Help As interest rates rise, now could be a good time to consider the digital currency as an alternative for your financial needs.

DC Lobbying Group Expands to New York State Capital

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 17. 20:55

DC Lobbying Group Expands to New York State Capital The crypto trade association’s new office in Albany will act as a foothold for state-level lobbying.

Market Wrap: Bitcoin Stabilizes as Altcoins Take the Lead

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 17. 20:32

Market Wrap: Bitcoin Stabilizes as Altcoins Take the Lead Altcoins led the way higher on Thursday, although bitcoin (BTC) was largely flat, suggesting a greater appetite for risk among crypto traders. CAKE rallied 20% and ApeCoin dropped 80% – a reminder of wild swings in crypto markets. Some analysts are optimistic with a $50K BTC price target.

GameStop Says It Plans to Launch NFT Marketplace by End of April

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 17. 20:16

GameStop Says It Plans to Launch NFT Marketplace by End of April The game retailer recently partnered with Immutable X to build out its NFT initiative.

GameStop Says It Plans to Launch NFT Marketplace by End of July

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 17. 20:16

GameStop Says It Plans to Launch NFT Marketplace by End of July The game retailer recently partnered with Immutable X to build out its NFT initiative.

Why This 111-Year-Old Investment Firm Is Launching a DAO

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 17. 19:43

Why This 111-Year-Old Investment Firm Is Launching a DAO Bessemer Venture Partners sees its DAO as the most crypto-native way to support founders.

Sberbank Gets License From Russian Central Bank to Issue, Exchange Digital Assets

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 17. 19:21

Sberbank Gets License From Russian Central Bank to Issue, Exchange Digital Assets The approval comes a short while after the Bank of Russia had advocated for a full ban on the trading and mining of cryptocurrency.

Bitcoin se mantiene por encima de $40.000 después de la subida de la Fed

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 17. 19:20

Bitcoin se mantiene por encima de $40.000 después de la subida de la Fed Las conversaciones por un cese del fuego en Ucrania podrían revertir una tendencia bajista, dijo un analista.

Bitcoin Holds Above $40K as Market Adjusts to Higher Rates From Federal Reserve

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 17. 19:15

Bitcoin Holds Above $40K as Market Adjusts to Higher Rates From Federal Reserve At the current level, the crypto has gained about 3% for the week.

A16z, Paradigm Lead $150M Round for Ethereum Scaling Solution Optimism at $1.65B Valuation

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 17. 18:23

A16z, Paradigm Lead $150M Round for Ethereum Scaling Solution Optimism at $1.65B Valuation A16z previously led Optimism’s $25 million Series A round.

Bitcoin Testing Resistance Near $40K; Support at $35K-$37K

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 17. 17:49

Bitcoin Testing Resistance Near $40K; Support at $35K-$37K Bitcoin (BTC) continues to hover around the $40K resistance zone, albeit with slowing upside momentum. Intraday charts appear overbought, which typically precede brief pullbacks. Still, lower support at $35K and $37K could stabilize selling pressure.

Coinbase Adds Solana Tokens to Self-Custody Wallet in Non-EVM First

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 17. 17:00

Coinbase Adds Solana Tokens to Self-Custody Wallet in Non-EVM First But don’t try out Solana-based DeFi just yet. Coinbase Wallet can’t yet plug into Solana dapps.

PancakeSwap's CAKE Rallies 28% on Binance Announcement

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 17. 16:37

PancakeSwap's CAKE Rallies 28% on Binance Announcement The decentralized exchange has launched a “mini-program” on the Binance app.

PancakeSwap's CAKE Rallies 27% on Binance Announcement

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 17. 16:37

PancakeSwap's CAKE Rallies 27% on Binance Announcement The decentralized exchange has launched a “mini-program” on the Binance app.

Coinbase’s NFT Segment Could Add More than $1B to Annual Revenue, Needham Says

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 17. 16:07

Coinbase’s NFT Segment Could Add More than $1B to Annual Revenue, Needham Says Analyst John Todaro continues with a buy rating on the stock and $360 price target suggesting more than 100% upside from the current $176.

Mina Foundation Raises $92M to Accelerate Adoption of Zero-Knowledge Proofs

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 17. 16:02

Mina Foundation Raises $92M to Accelerate Adoption of Zero-Knowledge Proofs The terms of the $92 million token sale were not disclosed but FTX Ventures and Three Arrows Capita led the effort.

Katie Haun’s New Fund Joins $10M Round for Polkadot Lending Protocol Moonwell

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 17. 16:00

Katie Haun’s New Fund Joins $10M Round for Polkadot Lending Protocol Moonwell The project will enable users to take out over-collateralized loans on Polkadot’s EVM-compatible Moonbeam parachain.

Senator Elizabeth Warren Announces Sanctions Compliance Bill for Crypto Companies

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 17. 15:36

Senator Elizabeth Warren Announces Sanctions Compliance Bill for Crypto Companies The Digital Assets Sanctions Compliance Enhancement Act "would authorize the President to sanction foreign cryptocurrency firms that are doing business with sanctioned Russian entities," the Massachusetts lawmaker said.

Sen. Warren Announces Sanctions Compliance Bill for Crypto Companies

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 17. 15:36

Sen. Warren Announces Sanctions Compliance Bill for Crypto Companies The Digital Assets Sanctions Compliance Enhancement Act "would authorize the President to sanction foreign cryptocurrency firms that are doing business with sanctioned Russian entities," the Massachusetts lawmaker said.

APE Token Tied to Bored Ape Yacht Club NFTs Sinks 80% in Opening Hours

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 17. 15:31

APE Token Tied to Bored Ape Yacht Club NFTs Sinks 80% in Opening Hours The ApeCoin token airdropped to Bored Ape NFT owners is off to a rough start, falling from $39.40 to as low as $6.48.

Crypto Trader Dexterity Capital Launches Token Consulting, Market-Making Arm

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 17. 15:01

Crypto Trader Dexterity Capital Launches Token Consulting, Market-Making Arm “DCLiquidity” aims to guide crypto founders through their project’s earliest days.

Andrew Yang Launches New DAO for AAPI Advancement

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 17. 14:42

Andrew Yang Launches New DAO for AAPI Advancement The former presidential candidate is pioneering a new use case for DAOs: social activism.

Nansen Adds Terra for On-Chain Analytics as Home of LUNA Grows as DeFi Hub

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 17. 14:00

Nansen Adds Terra for On-Chain Analytics as Home of LUNA Grows as DeFi Hub It becomes the sixth blockchain to be supported by the popular data platform.

8 Congress Members Ask SEC for Details on Crypto Company Investigations

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 17. 13:31

8 Congress Members Ask SEC for Details on Crypto Company Investigations The bipartisan group led by Tom Emmer wants to ensure regulators do not stifle American innovation by imposing burdensome reporting requirements.

First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Stays Above $40,000 While Ether Bounces on Testnet Success

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 17. 13:13

First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Stays Above $40,000 While Ether Bounces on Testnet Success Bitcoin was trading flat to negative even as the European stocks and the S&P 500 futures got a slight tailwind.

Rarible Bests OpenSea on Multi-Chain Support With Addition of Polygon NFTs

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 17. 13:00

Rarible Bests OpenSea on Multi-Chain Support With Addition of Polygon NFTs Polygon becomes Rarible’s fourth supported blockchain. OpenSea only sports three – but does 1,000 times the weekly sales volume.

A MetaMask Founding Architect Is Building an Interoperable ‘MetaMetaverse’

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 17. 13:00

A MetaMask Founding Architect Is Building an Interoperable ‘MetaMetaverse’ The cube-based virtual landscape is aiming to be the most interoperable metaverse to date, featuring its own programming language and parallel dimension mapping.

Bank of England Raises Interest Rates Back to Pre-Pandemic Level of 0.75%

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 17. 12:56

Bank of England Raises Interest Rates Back to Pre-Pandemic Level of 0.75% The Bank of England has raised interest rates to 0.75% in a bid to curb soaring inflation which is expected to peak at 7.25% in April.

Understanding the Technology Behind Decentralized Exchanges

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 17. 12:50

Understanding the Technology Behind Decentralized Exchanges A deeper dive into liquidity pools, automated market makers, yield farming and other aspects of DEXs. This is the third part of a continuing series on understanding DeFi.

What Advisors Can Do During a Bear Market

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 17. 12:50

What Advisors Can Do During a Bear Market A drop in crypto prices doesn’t mean the new financial ecosystem they represent isn’t moving forward. Here’s what you can do with your practice in the meantime.

EU Regulators Warn Consumers That Crypto Assets are 'Highly Risky'

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 17. 12:02

EU Regulators Warn Consumers That Crypto Assets are 'Highly Risky' A group of the top financial EU regulators said that consumers must face the "very real possibility" of losing all their money if they buy crypto.

Crypto Miner Hut 8 Reports Surprise Q4 Loss, Shares Fall

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 17. 11:55

Crypto Miner Hut 8 Reports Surprise Q4 Loss, Shares Fall The miner's Q4 revenue was in line with expectations, while EBITDA missed estimates.

Crypto Miner Hut 8 Reports Surprise Q4 Loss

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 17. 11:55

Crypto Miner Hut 8 Reports Surprise Q4 Loss The miner's Q4 revenue was in line with expectations, while EBITDA missed estimates.

Eqonex Appoints Former Head of Binance UK Jonathan Farnell as CEO

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 17. 11:12

Eqonex Appoints Former Head of Binance UK Jonathan Farnell as CEO The former head of cryptocurrency exchange Binance's U.K. operations has been appointed as CEO of Eqonex, the parent of crypto custodian Digivault.

Eqonex Names Former Head of Binance UK Jonathan Farnell CEO

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 17. 11:12

Eqonex Names Former Head of Binance UK Jonathan Farnell CEO The former head of cryptocurrency exchange Binance's U.K. operations has been appointed as CEO of Eqonex, the parent of crypto custodian Digivault.

Bitcoin Holds Above $40K After Fed Hike, Avalanche’s AVAX Leads Gains Amongst Crypto Majors

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 17. 11:06

Bitcoin Holds Above $40K After Fed Hike, Avalanche’s AVAX Leads Gains Amongst Crypto Majors Demand for bitcoin was supported by the strengthening of stock indices and the weakening of the dollar, analysts said.

Bitcoin Holds Above $40K After Fed Hike, Avalanche’s AVAX Leads Gains Among Crypto Majors

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 17. 11:06

Bitcoin Holds Above $40K After Fed Hike, Avalanche’s AVAX Leads Gains Among Crypto Majors Demand for bitcoin was supported by the strengthening of stock indices and the weakening of the dollar, analysts said.

Bitcoin-Focused VC Stillmark Hires Former Google X Engineer Vikash Singh

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 17. 07:01

Bitcoin-Focused VC Stillmark Hires Former Google X Engineer Vikash Singh Singh joins fund as Principal Investor as the firm looks to deploy capital to Bitcoin companies

We Voted on It, and You’re Fired. Welcome to the New World of DAOs

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 17. 01:04

We Voted on It, and You’re Fired. Welcome to the New World of DAOs DAOs will increase transparency in businesses and other organizations and improve governance.

We Voted on It and You’re Fired: Welcome to the New World of DAOs

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 17. 01:04

We Voted on It and You’re Fired: Welcome to the New World of DAOs DAOs will increase transparency in businesses and other organizations and improve governance.

Riot Blockchain Sees 2022 as Year of Consolidation in Bitcoin Mining Sector

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 16. 23:25

Riot Blockchain Sees 2022 as Year of Consolidation in Bitcoin Mining Sector The Colorado-based miner beat analysts' estimates for 2021 sales due to a higher company hashrate and bitcoin price.

First Mover Asia: India Crypto Investors Await Taxation Clarity; Bitcoin Rises on a Day of Big Price Swings

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 16. 22:31

First Mover Asia: India Crypto Investors Await Taxation Clarity; Bitcoin Rises on a Day of Big Price Swings India's crypto community is hoping to convince lawmakers to pare down part of the bill, which includes a 30% tax on income generated from crypto transactions; bitcoin soared above $41,000.

Binance CEO Says Firm Is Looking Into Buying Banks and Payment Processors in Brazil

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 16. 22:11

Binance CEO Says Firm Is Looking Into Buying Banks and Payment Processors in Brazil The company will seek to strengthen its presence in the Latin American country and comply with local regulations, according to Changpeng “CZ” Zhao.

Unchained Capital Discloses Data Leak at Email Marketing Partner

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 16. 22:04

Unchained Capital Discloses Data Leak at Email Marketing Partner The bitcoin-only financial services provider says none of its systems were compromised.

Token Linked to Bored Ape Yacht Club Launches

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 16. 21:56

Token Linked to Bored Ape Yacht Club Launches The NFT staple is getting its own token and DAO just days after BAYC parent company Yuga Labs acquired the IP for CryptoPunks.

Juno's Proposal 16 Vote Is a Watershed for Blockchain Governance – For Better or Worse

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 16. 21:29

Juno's Proposal 16 Vote Is a Watershed for Blockchain Governance – For Better or Worse Prop16, which narrowly passed, highlights the complexity and risks of on-chain governance.

Market Wrap: Cryptos Recover From Drop After Fed Rate Hike; Expect Higher Volatility

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 16. 20:36

Market Wrap: Cryptos Recover From Drop After Fed Rate Hike; Expect Higher Volatility Cryptocurrencies experienced a wild trading day after the Fed raised rates for the first time since 2018. Bitcoin (BTC) was up about 3% over the past 24 hours, while altcoins such as SAND and LINK outperformed.

Por qué los exchanges descentralizados son importantes en la economía cripto

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 16. 20:11

Por qué los exchanges descentralizados son importantes en la economía cripto También conocidos como DEXs, ofrecen algunos beneficios significativos e innovaciones para el trading de criptomonedas en comparación con los centralizados.

Fed Raises Benchmark Interest Rate by 25 Basis Points

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 16. 18:11

Fed Raises Benchmark Interest Rate by 25 Basis Points Members of the Federal Open Market Committee said in a statement that it will raise interest rates by a quarter-percentage point, the first time the Federal Funds rate is raised since 2018.

A 'Petroyuan' Could Further Shake the Dollar's Dominance

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 16. 17:35

A 'Petroyuan' Could Further Shake the Dollar's Dominance Saudi-Chinese talks “accelerate” amidst widening USD disruptions

Aave General Counsel Rebecca Rettig Joins Silvergate Board and Says the Companies Could Collaborate

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 16. 16:51

Aave General Counsel Rebecca Rettig Joins Silvergate Board and Says the Companies Could Collaborate Rettig has been with Aave for one year, and prior to that was a partner at law firm Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, where she represented blockchain and digital currency clients.

Aave General Counsel Rebecca Rettig Joins Silvergate's Board

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 16. 16:51

Aave General Counsel Rebecca Rettig Joins Silvergate's Board Rettig has been with Aave for one year, and prior to that was a partner at law firm Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, where she represented blockchain and digital currency clients.

Aave General Counsel Rebecca Rettig Joins Silvergate’s Board

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 16. 16:51

Aave General Counsel Rebecca Rettig Joins Silvergate’s Board Rettig has been with Aave for one year, and prior to that was a partner at law firm Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, where she represented blockchain and digital currency clients.

Russian Crypto Miners Brace for Sanctions Fallout Amid Ukraine Conflict

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 16. 16:22

Russian Crypto Miners Brace for Sanctions Fallout Amid Ukraine Conflict The ruble’s fall has made mining more profitable in Russia for now, but parts and shipping costs are set to rise.

Ukraine's Zelenskyy Signs Virtual Assets Bill Into Law, Legalizing Crypto

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 16. 16:15

Ukraine's Zelenskyy Signs Virtual Assets Bill Into Law, Legalizing Crypto Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy legalized crypto in the country, signing into law a bill on virtual assets.

Fantom's FTM Token Rises 10% on Upcoming Protocol Upgrades

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 16. 16:01

Fantom's FTM Token Rises 10% on Upcoming Protocol Upgrades Fantom (FTM) rose as much as 10% over the past 24 hours after the foundation tweeted about upcoming protocol upgrades. The token is still down about 50% so far this year amid developer departures.

Luno Spins Out Investment Arm to Pump $15M to $75M a Year Into Crypto Companies

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 16. 15:48

Luno Spins Out Investment Arm to Pump $15M to $75M a Year Into Crypto Companies Cryptocurrency exchange Luno has launched an investment arm, through which it plans to invest between $15-$75 million a year into early-stage crypto and fintech entrepreneurs.

Anatomy of a Crypto Bear Market

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 16. 15:11

Anatomy of a Crypto Bear Market Crypto prices suck, but they don’t matter as much as they used to.

DeFi Platform Aave Lauches V3 With Cross-Chain Swaps Front and Center

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 16. 15:01

DeFi Platform Aave Lauches V3 With Cross-Chain Swaps Front and Center The latest version of the Aave protocol focuses on risk management and capital efficiency.

DeFi Platform Aave Lauches Version 3 With Cross-Chain Swaps Front and Center

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 16. 15:01

DeFi Platform Aave Lauches Version 3 With Cross-Chain Swaps Front and Center The latest version of the Aave protocol focuses on risk management and capital efficiency.

Binance's Middle East Progress Continues With Operating License in Dubai

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 16. 14:26

Binance's Middle East Progress Continues With Operating License in Dubai It’s the second approval this week in that region for the crypto exchange.

NY Fed Staffer Jumps Into DeFi as Euler COO

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 16. 14:25

NY Fed Staffer Jumps Into DeFi as Euler COO A permissionless lending protocol has brought on a former Federal Reserve employee in a key position.

Canaan Shares Surge as Company Authorizes up to $100M Buyback Program

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 16. 14:13

Canaan Shares Surge as Company Authorizes up to $100M Buyback Program The mining rig computer maker says its new plan shows its confidence in the company’s long-term prospects.

OXIO Raises $40M to Bring Tokenized Telco Model to US and Brazil

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 16. 13:00

OXIO Raises $40M to Bring Tokenized Telco Model to US and Brazil The company offers a white-label product that allows any brand to serve as a mobile operator. It’s already working with Grupo Bimbo and others in Mexico.

First Mover Americas: Focus on Fed's Inflation Take

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 16. 12:59

First Mover Americas: Focus on Fed's Inflation Take Bitcoin was trading flat to negative even as the European stocks and the S&P 500 futures got a slight tailwind.

Argentinian Exchange Lemon Cash Expands to Brazil Amid Crypto Boom

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 16. 12:00

Argentinian Exchange Lemon Cash Expands to Brazil Amid Crypto Boom The company plans to hire 60 employees in Brazil by the end of 2022.

Bit Digital Has Deployed 39% Crypto Mining Rigs in North America

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 16. 11:37

Bit Digital Has Deployed 39% Crypto Mining Rigs in North America The firm has shipped all of its machines out of China, but is waiting on hosting capacity to be completed.

Bit Digital Has Deployed 39% of Its Crypto Mining Rigs in North America

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 16. 11:37

Bit Digital Has Deployed 39% of Its Crypto Mining Rigs in North America The firm has shipped all of its machines out of China, but is waiting on hosting capacity to be completed.

DeFi Analytics Firm Treehouse Raises $18M Seed Funding

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 16. 10:10

DeFi Analytics Firm Treehouse Raises $18M Seed Funding Treehouse aims to provide retail investors the infrastructure needed for them to make informed decisions on their DeFi positions

Ethereum Merge Takes Place on Kiln Testnet

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 16. 09:57

Ethereum Merge Takes Place on Kiln Testnet Kiln is the final public testnet before Ethereum’s transition to a proof-of-stake network.

Bitcoin Sees 'Bart Simpson' Pattern During Thinly-Traded Asian Session

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 16. 09:41

Bitcoin Sees 'Bart Simpson' Pattern During Thinly-Traded Asian Session Stop orders were triggered in the morning low-liquid market, one observer said.

Bitcoin Sees 'Bart Simpson' Pattern During Thinly Traded Asian Session

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 16. 09:41

Bitcoin Sees 'Bart Simpson' Pattern During Thinly Traded Asian Session Stop orders were triggered in the morning low-liquid market, one observer said.

HSBC Enters the Metaverse Through Partnership With The Sandbox

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 16. 08:33

HSBC Enters the Metaverse Through Partnership With The Sandbox The bank wants to engage with sports, e-sports, and gaming fans on the metaverse.

Hang Seng, China Stocks Soar as Beijing Pledges Support Amid Equity Rout

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 16. 07:34

Hang Seng, China Stocks Soar as Beijing Pledges Support Amid Equity Rout Crypto remains stable, though liquidity thin, as markets in Hong Kong climb out from the worst slump since the 2008 recession.

SCMP Spinning Off NFT Business Into New Firm ‘Artifact Labs’

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 16. 06:06

SCMP Spinning Off NFT Business Into New Firm ‘Artifact Labs’ The newspaper has found a brisk business in selling NFTs of its historical front pages, with it clearing $127,000 in its last auction.

Bitcoin Tops $41K in Crawl Back From $37K Weekend Lows

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 16. 02:44

Bitcoin Tops $41K in Crawl Back From $37K Weekend Lows Push past $40,000 comes as major Asian equity markets open in the green at the start of Wednesday's trading session and the market awaits Fed decision.

Bitcoin-Friendly Mayors View Blockchain as a Way to Boost Equality, Diversity

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 16. 00:23

Bitcoin-Friendly Mayors View Blockchain as a Way to Boost Equality, Diversity New York City’s Eric Adams and Miami’s Francis Suarez also discussed how the U.S. can embrace blockchain technology to defy authoritarian regimes.

Hex Trust Raises $88M for Crypto Custody Focused on the Gaming Sector

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 16. 00:00

Hex Trust Raises $88M for Crypto Custody Focused on the Gaming Sector The funding round was co-led by Animoca Brands and Liberty City Ventures.

Joe Biden’s Crypto Executive Order Is a Symbol

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 15. 22:50

Joe Biden’s Crypto Executive Order Is a Symbol President Biden announced his executive order last week. It’s light on practical effects but the symbolism may be the point.

First Mover Asia: China Equities Woes, Tensions With the US Have Barely Touched Bitcoin; Cryptos Climb

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 15. 22:44

First Mover Asia: China Equities Woes, Tensions With the US Have Barely Touched Bitcoin; Cryptos Climb Hong Kong's Hang Seng market has suffered through some of its worst days in more than a decade but have not seemed to affect bitcoin's price much; cryptos rose slightly as investors waited for the U.S. central bank's decision on an interest rate hike.

First Mover Asia: China Equities Woes, Tensions With US Have Barely Touched Bitcoin; Cryptos Climb

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 15. 22:44

First Mover Asia: China Equities Woes, Tensions With US Have Barely Touched Bitcoin; Cryptos Climb Hong Kong's Hang Seng market has suffered through some of its worst days in more than a decade but have not seemed to affect bitcoin's price much; cryptos rose slightly as investors waited for the U.S. central bank's decision on an interest rate hike.

Bain Capital Crypto, Roasted for All-Male Twitter Photo, Adds Lydia Hylton as Partner

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 15. 21:37

Bain Capital Crypto, Roasted for All-Male Twitter Photo, Adds Lydia Hylton as Partner The Redpoint Ventures alum will focus on “early-stage DeFi, Consumer, and DAO-focused applications and protocols” while at Bain.

Bain Capital Crypto Adds Redpoint Ventures Alum Lydia Hylton as Partner

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 15. 21:37

Bain Capital Crypto Adds Redpoint Ventures Alum Lydia Hylton as Partner Hylton will focus on “early-stage DeFi, Consumer, and DAO-focused applications and protocols” while at Bain.

Mark Zuckerberg Says NFTs Are Coming Soon to Instagram

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 15. 20:43

Mark Zuckerberg Says NFTs Are Coming Soon to Instagram The Meta CEO’s comments at South by Southwest confirmed earlier reports that Instagram was preparing to make such a move.

Market Wrap: Bitcoin and Stocks Stabilize Ahead of Fed Meeting

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 15. 20:16

Market Wrap: Bitcoin and Stocks Stabilize Ahead of Fed Meeting Bitcoin (BTC) and other cryptos were slightly higher on Tuesday, although some altcoins such as GRT rallied as much as 20%. Crypto traders are expressing greater appetite for risk ahead of tomorrow's Fed meeting. Stocks also stabilized after extreme sell-offs.

Market Wrap: Bitcoin and Stocks Stabilize Ahead of Fed Announcement

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 15. 20:16

Market Wrap: Bitcoin and Stocks Stabilize Ahead of Fed Announcement Bitcoin (BTC) and other cryptos were slightly higher on Tuesday, although some altcoins such as GRT rallied as much as 20%. Crypto traders are expressing greater appetite for risk ahead of tomorrow's Fed meeting. Stocks also stabilized after extreme sell-offs.

Solana Payroll Protocol Zebec Raises $28M in Token Sales

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 15. 19:30

Solana Payroll Protocol Zebec Raises $28M in Token Sales Circle and Coinbase were among the purchasers in the private portion of the sale.

DeFi Lending Protocol Agave's AGVE Plunges Over 20% Amid Exploit Investigation

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 15. 19:26

DeFi Lending Protocol Agave's AGVE Plunges Over 20% Amid Exploit Investigation Hundred Finance, another lending protocol on the Gnosis chain, was also exploited in an apparent “re-entrancy” attack, according to a blockchain security researcher.

EU’s ‘Bitcoin Ban’ Fell Short but Experts Still Have Ideas for Fixing Crypto’s Carbon Costs

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 15. 18:46

EU’s ‘Bitcoin Ban’ Fell Short but Experts Still Have Ideas for Fixing Crypto’s Carbon Costs Projects like Filecoin Green and Zero Labs see crypto’s opportunity to drive major demand for renewable energy, while using blockchain tech to measure greener grids. But will big miners bite?

Thorchain’s RUNE Continues to Rally After Surge on First Day of Trading

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 15. 18:16

Thorchain’s RUNE Continues to Rally After Surge on First Day of Trading The RUNE protocol went live with synthetic assets trading on its platform as of last Thursday.

Thorchain’s RUNE Continues to Rally After Positive Ecosystem Developments

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 15. 18:16

Thorchain’s RUNE Continues to Rally After Positive Ecosystem Developments The RUNE protocol went live with synthetic assets trading on its platform as of last Thursday.

Bitcoin Approaching $40K Resistance Zone; Support at $37K

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 15. 18:02

Bitcoin Approaching $40K Resistance Zone; Support at $37K Bitcoin (BTC) is still rangebound with low trading volume, which means a breakout or breakdown could occur this week. Support above $37K remains intact, although upside could be limited beyond $40K-$46K.

LimeWire and the Zombie Brands Pivot to Crypto

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 15. 17:31

LimeWire and the Zombie Brands Pivot to Crypto LimeWire joins MoviePass and RadioShack in the blockchain resurrections club.

McLaren to Mint NFTs of Luxury Supercars in InfiniteWorld Partnership

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 15. 17:00

McLaren to Mint NFTs of Luxury Supercars in InfiniteWorld Partnership McLaren Automotive plans to create and mint non-fungible tokens (NFTs) of its luxury supercars in a partnership with metaverse infrastructure platform InfiniteWorld.

Crypto Unicorns Closes $26M Token Sale Ahead of NFT Game Launch

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 15. 15:20

Crypto Unicorns Closes $26M Token Sale Ahead of NFT Game Launch The popular Polygon-based NFT collection will launch its first play-to-earn game later this month.

Team Bringing Diem Blockchain to Life Confirms $200M Raise, Says Coinbase and More Are Building on Devnet

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 15. 14:59

Team Bringing Diem Blockchain to Life Confirms $200M Raise, Says Coinbase and More Are Building on Devnet Aptos announced the funding round Tuesday and said major crypto brands were already contributing code.

$450M Raise Values Ethereum Builder ConsenSys at $7B as MetaMask Tops 30M Users

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 15. 14:40

$450M Raise Values Ethereum Builder ConsenSys at $7B as MetaMask Tops 30M Users The hefty Series D more than doubles the firm’s previous valuation from November 2021.

Brazilian Asset Manager Hashdex to Launch Web 3 ETF on Local Stock Exchange

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 15. 14:21

Brazilian Asset Manager Hashdex to Launch Web 3 ETF on Local Stock Exchange The ETF will start trading on March 30 under the ticker WEB311.

Saudi Arabia Mulls Pricing of China Oil Sales in Yuan: Report

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 15. 14:12

Saudi Arabia Mulls Pricing of China Oil Sales in Yuan: Report Chatter about the Saudis accepting yuan instead of dollars has been ongoing for several years, but recent events have brought new urgency to the matter.

American Express Hints at Metaverse Entry Through Trademark Filings

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 15. 14:09

American Express Hints at Metaverse Entry Through Trademark Filings Traditional finance firms are boosting their metaverse offerings following JPMorgan’s recent foray into Decentraland.

Enjin Launches Polkadot Parachain for NFTs and Gaming

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 15. 13:43

Enjin Launches Polkadot Parachain for NFTs and Gaming In the works since last summer, the Efinity parachain is courting games on existing smart-contract blockchains.

UK’s FCA Opens Search for Head of Crypto Division

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 15. 13:31

UK’s FCA Opens Search for Head of Crypto Division The FCA is looking to build a crypto team that can manage and regulate the industry.

TravelX Raises $10M to Launch Multichain Distribution Protocol

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 15. 13:00

TravelX Raises $10M to Launch Multichain Distribution Protocol The protocol for the travel industry tokenizes inventory for airlines and suppliers.

First Mover Americas: Bitcoin's Implied Volatility Ticks Higher; S&P 500 Sees Death Cross

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 15. 12:46

First Mover Americas: Bitcoin's Implied Volatility Ticks Higher; S&P 500 Sees Death Cross Bitcoin was trading flat to negative even as the European stocks and the S&P 500 futures got a slight tailwind.

First Mover Americas: Bitcoin's Implied Volatility Ticks Higher, S&P 500 Sees Death Cross

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 15. 12:46

First Mover Americas: Bitcoin's Implied Volatility Ticks Higher, S&P 500 Sees Death Cross Bitcoin was trading flat to negative even as the European stocks and the S&P 500 futures got a slight tailwind.

Shanghai Police Bust $16M Crypto Pyramid Scheme

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 15. 12:30

Shanghai Police Bust $16M Crypto Pyramid Scheme The scheme was Shanghai's first cracked case of an online pyramid scheme using cryptocurrencies, according to the police.

Stellar Development Foundation Launches $30 Million Investment Fund

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 15. 12:00

Stellar Development Foundation Launches $30 Million Investment Fund The fund will match existing investments into platforms that use the Stellar blockchain.

Stellar Development Foundation Launches $30M Investment Fund

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 15. 12:00

Stellar Development Foundation Launches $30M Investment Fund The fund will match investments into platforms that use the Stellar blockchain.

FinCEN Chief Digital Currency Adviser Korver Departs for A16z as Head of Regulatory

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 15. 11:52

FinCEN Chief Digital Currency Adviser Korver Departs for A16z as Head of Regulatory Michele Korver, a government and law-enforcement veteran who was most recently chief digital currency adviser at FinCEN, is joining Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) as its new head of regulatory.

FinCEN Chief Digital Currency Adviser Korver Departs for A16z

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 15. 11:52

FinCEN Chief Digital Currency Adviser Korver Departs for A16z Michele Korver, a government and law-enforcement veteran who was most recently chief digital currency adviser at FinCEN, is joining Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) as its new head of regulatory.

Derivatives Platform Deus Finance Exploited for $3M on Fantom Network

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 15. 11:17

Derivatives Platform Deus Finance Exploited for $3M on Fantom Network Hackers manipulated a pricing mechanism to trick the protocol in a “flash loan” attack, the security firm said.

Bitcoin Worth $1.2B Leaves Coinbase in a Sign of Persistent Institutional Adoption

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 15. 10:43

Bitcoin Worth $1.2B Leaves Coinbase in a Sign of Persistent Institutional Adoption A total of 31,130 bitcoin left Coinbase last week, the highest single-week outflow since 2017.

Kazakhstan Crackdown Forces 106 More Crypto Mines to Close

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 15. 09:58

Kazakhstan Crackdown Forces 106 More Crypto Mines to Close Notable political and business figures were said to be behind some of the mines, including the brother of former President Nursultan Nazarbayev.

FTX Europe Becomes First Exchange to Receive Crypto License in Dubai

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 15. 09:56

FTX Europe Becomes First Exchange to Receive Crypto License in Dubai The exchange will also set up a regional headquarter in Dubai.

UK's Law Enforcement Agency Calls for Regulation of Crypto Mixing Tech: Report

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 15. 09:20

UK's Law Enforcement Agency Calls for Regulation of Crypto Mixing Tech: Report The NCA called for regulation of crypto mixing tech as it may be used by criminals to legitimize illegal transactions.

Bitcoin Breakout Elusive as Traders Price in 7 Fed Rate Hikes For 2022

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 15. 08:36

Bitcoin Breakout Elusive as Traders Price in 7 Fed Rate Hikes For 2022 The Fed is likely to raise rates by 25 basis points on Wednesday, the first hike since 2018.

Bitcoin Unaffected by Hong Kong’s Hang Seng Meltdown

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 15. 07:29

Bitcoin Unaffected by Hong Kong’s Hang Seng Meltdown Analysts says that the market crash in Hong Kong is being driven by regulatory not monetary policies, which is why the contagion has not spread to crypto.

First Mover Asia: A Taipei Executive Believes GameFi Can Fix Gaming’s Creative Drought; Bitcoin, Ether Are Flat in Light Trading

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 14. 22:43

First Mover Asia: A Taipei Executive Believes GameFi Can Fix Gaming’s Creative Drought; Bitcoin, Ether Are Flat in Light Trading See Wan Toong, the CTO of Red Door Digital, a Taipei-based studio building out Web 3 games, believes games can be creative and lucrative; bitcoin and ether are flat.

Binance Granted a Crypto Asset Service Provider License From Bahrain’s Central Bank

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 14. 21:56

Binance Granted a Crypto Asset Service Provider License From Bahrain’s Central Bank The oil-rich kingdom has been making moves to strengthen its domestic crypto industry.

Wasabi Wallet’s CoinJoin Coordinator to Blacklist Certain Bitcoin Transactions

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 14. 21:06

Wasabi Wallet’s CoinJoin Coordinator to Blacklist Certain Bitcoin Transactions CoinJoin is an open-source protocol, so restrictions imposed by one centralized service do not spell the end for these group transactions and the bitcoin privacy they protect.

Market Wrap: Cryptos Decline After Rejection of EU Bitcoin Proposal

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 14. 20:46

Market Wrap: Cryptos Decline After Rejection of EU Bitcoin Proposal Bitcoin (BTC) and other cryptos were unmoved after the rejection of the EU bitcoin proposal on Monday. Traders expect a busy week ahead with the Fed meeting and geopolitical developments on tap.

Jack Dorsey, Block and the Perils of Making Crypto User-Friendly

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 14. 20:43

Jack Dorsey, Block and the Perils of Making Crypto User-Friendly Block, formerly Square, had crypto users excited about a planned hardware wallet. But a recent announcement about its security design has raised alarm bells.

EU's Sweeping Crypto Regulations Package One Step Closer to Ratification

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 14. 20:13

EU's Sweeping Crypto Regulations Package One Step Closer to Ratification The proposed MiCA framework was voted through without a contentious provision seeking to limit the use of proof-of-work crypto.

Crypto Funds See Their First Outflows in 7 Weeks: CoinShares

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 14. 19:49

Crypto Funds See Their First Outflows in 7 Weeks: CoinShares Both Bitcoin and Ether saw a sizable exit of money, according to the report.

‘Shark Tank’s’ O’Leary Lobbies Congress for Sen. Lummis’ New Crypto Bill

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 14. 19:40

‘Shark Tank’s’ O’Leary Lobbies Congress for Sen. Lummis’ New Crypto Bill Kevin O’Leary made himself a household name as a co-host of “Shark Tank,” where budding entrepreneurs make their pitches to a panel of investors. On March 9, it was his turn to make a case for crypto: this time before a panel of about 30 American legislators.

Visa Looking to Hire College Students to Develop In-House Crypto Talent

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 14. 19:34

Visa Looking to Hire College Students to Develop In-House Crypto Talent Hirees will build expertise in areas such as DeFi, NFTs, stablecoins and central bank digital currencies, according to the payment giant’s job listing.

Bitcoin Below $39K After EU Vote on Crypto Regulation

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 14. 19:11

Bitcoin Below $39K After EU Vote on Crypto Regulation Bitcoin (BTC) still faces resistance below $40,000 as traders weigh aftermath of EU cryptocurrency legislation and rate hikes this week from the Fed.

The First NFT Monopoly

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 14. 18:21

The First NFT Monopoly With Bored Apes and CryptoPunks under the same corporate roof, the NFT market barrels toward further centralization.

Bitcoin Rangebound Above $35K-$37K Support; Resistance at $40K

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 14. 18:19

Bitcoin Rangebound Above $35K-$37K Support; Resistance at $40K Bitcoin (BTC) remains in a tight trading range, although buyers maintained support above $37,500 over the weekend. Upside appears limited given strong resistance beyond $40K.

Bitcoin Range-Bound Above $35K-$37K Support; Resistance at $40K

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 14. 18:19

Bitcoin Range-Bound Above $35K-$37K Support; Resistance at $40K Bitcoin (BTC) remains in a tight trading range, although buyers maintained support above $37,500 over the weekend. Upside appears limited given strong resistance beyond $40K.

Coinbase Has ‘Hidden Value’ in Ventures Business, Oppenheimer Says

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 14. 17:30

Coinbase Has ‘Hidden Value’ in Ventures Business, Oppenheimer Says Crypto exchange Coinbase’s stock is undervalued, the investment bank said in a note to clients.

Ukraine Partners With FTX, Everstake to Launch New Crypto Donation Website

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 14. 17:13

Ukraine Partners With FTX, Everstake to Launch New Crypto Donation Website FTX is converting crypto contributions to Ukraine’s war effort into fiat for deposit at the National Bank of Ukraine.

Ukrainian Crypto Entrepreneur: Bitcoin Is a Lifeline

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 14. 17:06

Ukrainian Crypto Entrepreneur: Bitcoin Is a Lifeline “These are young people with burning eyes, sitting at their computers around the clock to save their state.”

Web 3’s Use of AI Will Present Challenges, but They Are Not Insurmountable

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 14. 16:46

Web 3’s Use of AI Will Present Challenges, but They Are Not Insurmountable Software trends, including cloud computing, networking and cyber security are being reimagined with machine learning as a first-class citizen.

Binance Signs MoU to Acquire Brazilian Securities Brokerage Sim;paul Investimentos

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 14. 16:39

Binance Signs MoU to Acquire Brazilian Securities Brokerage Sim;paul Investimentos The potential deal comes ahead of legislation that would require proper licensing for overseas crypto exchanges operating in Brazil.

Pantera, Animoca Brands Co-Lead $10M Investment in Metaverse Game Studios

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 14. 14:21

Pantera, Animoca Brands Co-Lead $10M Investment in Metaverse Game Studios Solana Ventures and Everyrealm were also leaders of the financing round for the creator of blockchain game Angelic.

First Mover Americas: Bitcoin's Price Bounce Stalls as 10-year Yield Hits 32-Month High

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 14. 13:42

First Mover Americas: Bitcoin's Price Bounce Stalls as 10-year Yield Hits 32-Month High Bitcoin was trading flat to negative even as the European stocks and the S&P 500 futures got a slight tailwind.

Ethereum Staking Protocol Swell Raises $3.75M as Locked ETH Tops $26B

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 14. 13:00

Ethereum Staking Protocol Swell Raises $3.75M as Locked ETH Tops $26B Swell is attempting to make it cheaper, easier and more efficient to stake Ethereum and eventually other blockchains.

Solana-Based NFT Marketplace Magic Eden Raises $27M Series A

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 14. 12:23

Solana-Based NFT Marketplace Magic Eden Raises $27M Series A The round was led by Paradigm and included contributions from Sequoia and Solana Ventures.

This Mila Kunis-Backed TV Show Lets NFT Holders Choose the Plot

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 14. 12:00

This Mila Kunis-Backed TV Show Lets NFT Holders Choose the Plot The animated series is Kunis’ latest project at the intersection of Hollywood and blockchain.

Digital Assets Can Boost Revenue Streams for Sports Teams, PwC Says

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 14. 11:50

Digital Assets Can Boost Revenue Streams for Sports Teams, PwC Says Token sales and metaverse events have the potential to become major revenue streams for teams and leagues.

Digital Assets Can Boost Revenue for Sports Teams, PwC Says

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 14. 11:50

Digital Assets Can Boost Revenue for Sports Teams, PwC Says Token sales and metaverse events have the potential to become major revenue streams for teams and leagues.

CoinShares Expands FlowBank Stake With $26.5M Purchase

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 14. 11:09

CoinShares Expands FlowBank Stake With $26.5M Purchase CoinShares bought 20.8% of FlowBank for $26.5 million.

Japan Lays Outs Penalties on Crypto Exchanges for Non-Compliance With Russia Sanctions: Report

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 14. 10:54

Japan Lays Outs Penalties on Crypto Exchanges for Non-Compliance With Russia Sanctions: Report Japan's government and financial regulator have laid out the penalties crypto exchanges could face if they fail to comply with sanctions on Russia.

Japan Sets Penalties on Crypto Exchanges for Violating Russia Sanctions: Report

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 14. 10:54

Japan Sets Penalties on Crypto Exchanges for Violating Russia Sanctions: Report Japan's government and financial regulator have laid out the penalties crypto exchanges could face if they fail to comply with sanctions on Russia.

Inflation Worries Top Concerns Before Fed Meeting, Spur Musk Comment

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 14. 09:48

Inflation Worries Top Concerns Before Fed Meeting, Spur Musk Comment Surging prices for food, energy and housing have sent inflation in the U.S. to a four-decade high.

Bitmain Says New Liquid Cooling Miner Is its Most Power Efficient Model to Date

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 14. 08:54

Bitmain Says New Liquid Cooling Miner Is its Most Power Efficient Model to Date The S19 XP Hyd. will deliver 255 TH/s at 20.8 J/T.

Bitmain Says New Liquid Cooling Miner Is its Most Power-Efficient Model to Date

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 14. 08:54

Bitmain Says New Liquid Cooling Miner Is its Most Power-Efficient Model to Date The S19 XP Hyd. will deliver 255 TH/s at 20.8 J/T.

Dogecoin Spikes Briefly After Musk Says He Won't Sell His Crypto Holdings

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 14. 06:29

Dogecoin Spikes Briefly After Musk Says He Won't Sell His Crypto Holdings Prices of the memecoin often see a surge after celebrity mentions.

First Mover Asia: South Korea Election Made Crypto a Big Issue, but There's No Guarantee of a Follow-Through; Cryptos Suffer Weekend Decline

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 13. 22:49

First Mover Asia: South Korea Election Made Crypto a Big Issue, but There's No Guarantee of a Follow-Through; Cryptos Suffer Weekend Decline Both candidates made crypto an important issue to attract younger voters. It's not yet clear if the winner, Yoon Suk-yeol, will introduce legislation fulfilling his promises; bitcoin and ether were both in the red.

Bitcoin-Banning Measure Seen Too Close to Call in Monday's EU Parliament Vote

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 13. 18:48

Bitcoin-Banning Measure Seen Too Close to Call in Monday's EU Parliament Vote Still, people familiar with the matter said a slim majority of parliamentarians could defeat a controversial new MiCA provision that seeks to force proof-of-work cryptocurrencies to shift to more energy-friendly consensus mechanisms.

Bitcoin: Gold 2.0? Try Reserve Asset 3.0

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 13. 14:50

Bitcoin: Gold 2.0? Try Reserve Asset 3.0 The conflict between Russia and Ukraine is beginning to send ripples through the global economy that could lead to a new monetary system.

Limiting Proof-of-Work Crypto Back on the Table as EU Parliament Prepares Virtual Currencies Vote

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 12. 16:35

Limiting Proof-of-Work Crypto Back on the Table as EU Parliament Prepares Virtual Currencies Vote An article restricting proof-of-work cryptocurrencies has made it back into a draft of MiCA after it was reportedly scrapped.

The First Crypto War May Lead to Lasting Peace

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 12. 00:51

The First Crypto War May Lead to Lasting Peace However the actual fighting in Ukraine ends, crypto will play a larger role in world affairs.

Yuga Labs Buys CryptoPunks and Meebits

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 11. 23:42

Yuga Labs Buys CryptoPunks and Meebits Yuga Labs, the company behind the Bored Ape Yacht Club, says it’s acquired CryptoPunks and Meebits NFT collections.

BAYC Backer Yuga Labs Buys CryptoPunks and Meebits

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 11. 23:42

BAYC Backer Yuga Labs Buys CryptoPunks and Meebits Yuga Labs, the company behind the Bored Ape Yacht Club, has acquired the CryptoPunks and Meebits NFT collections.

Treasury Department Issues Guidance on Using Crypto to Evade Sanctions

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 11. 23:18

Treasury Department Issues Guidance on Using Crypto to Evade Sanctions The White House said earlier in the day that such guidance would be forthcoming.

Ukraine Asks Tether to Halt All Transactions With Russians; Tether Demurs

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 11. 22:35

Ukraine Asks Tether to Halt All Transactions With Russians; Tether Demurs The vice prime minister of Ukraine earlier Friday took to Twitter to make the request.

Polychain, Arca Propose Anchor Protocol Yield Cut

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 11. 21:56

Polychain, Arca Propose Anchor Protocol Yield Cut Backed by industry heavyweights, a governance proposal for Anchor aims to make the largest DeFi protocol on Terra more sustainable.

Market Wrap: Cryptos Mixed Amid Global Uncertainty

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 11. 21:19

Market Wrap: Cryptos Mixed Amid Global Uncertainty Bitcoin (BTC) reversed earlier gains as geopolitical tensions escalated on Friday. Ether (ETH) continues to underperform, similar to what occurred in the 2018 crypto bear market. Still, stocks and crypto could see a relief rally if/when war conditions ease.

Evmos Looks to Get Back on Track After Failed Launch

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 11. 21:08

Evmos Looks to Get Back on Track After Failed Launch A bug-ridden launch for the EVM-compatible chain allowing for transactions between Ethereum and Cosmos has led to community backlash, but the Evmos team is hoping to bounce back.

Bitcoin Miners’ February Production Fell on Shorter Month, Winter Storm

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 11. 20:13

Bitcoin Miners’ February Production Fell on Shorter Month, Winter Storm Mining power increased for most miners from the previous month as miners continue their growth plans.

Estados Unidos y el G7 anuncian nuevas medidas contra la evasión de sanciones mediante cripto

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 11. 20:02

Estados Unidos y el G7 anuncian nuevas medidas contra la evasión de sanciones mediante cripto Funcionarios de la Casa Blanca y del Tesoro de los Estados Unidos han dicho en múltiples ocasiones que hay poca preocupación de que las criptomonedas se utilicen para evadir las sanciones contra Rusia.

Block’s Bitcoin Wallet Will Contain a Fingerprint Sensor for Transactions

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 11. 19:49

Block’s Bitcoin Wallet Will Contain a Fingerprint Sensor for Transactions The payment giant’s new wallet will be powered by a rechargeable lithium polymer battery and USB-C port.

Justice Department Will Prosecute Banks, Crypto Exchanges That Help Russians Hide Assets: Report

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 11. 19:19

Justice Department Will Prosecute Banks, Crypto Exchanges That Help Russians Hide Assets: Report A new task force has been created to freeze or take the assets of Russians that have been sanctioned following the invasion of Ukraine.

Bitcoin Weighed Down by Resistance; Support at $35K-$37K

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 11. 18:57

Bitcoin Weighed Down by Resistance; Support at $35K-$37K Bitcoin (BTC) continues to struggle within a choppy trading range. Downtrend resistance is strong around the $45,000 price level, which could cap upside moves. A short-squeeze is possible, albeit with limited upside.

Biden's Executive Order on Crypto Receives Bipartisan Praise

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 11. 18:14

Biden's Executive Order on Crypto Receives Bipartisan Praise Lawmakers have praised U.S. President Joe Biden's sweeping executive order on digital assets.

We Can Vote Away Your Money for Free: The Implications of Juno Prop 16

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 11. 17:58

We Can Vote Away Your Money for Free: The Implications of Juno Prop 16 The proposal appears to be the first major instance of a blockchain community potentially voting tokens out of the hands of a fellow holder. The implications are massive.

Now You Can Try 'Teleporting' Bitcoin for Greater Privacy With CoinSwaps

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 11. 17:41

Now You Can Try 'Teleporting' Bitcoin for Greater Privacy With CoinSwaps The alpha release of Teleport implements the CoinSwap privacy technique in an effort to improve bitcoin privacy by making transactions "invisible."

After ‘Doxxing’ Fracas, Bored Apes Team Starts Asking for Customer ID

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 11. 17:25

After ‘Doxxing’ Fracas, Bored Apes Team Starts Asking for Customer ID About a month after Buzzfeed News revealed the identities of its founders, Yuga Labs has started requesting customers’ personal information for an unspecified new project.

Russians Looking to the UAE to Unload Billions in Crypto Assets: Report

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 11. 17:22

Russians Looking to the UAE to Unload Billions in Crypto Assets: Report Worried about Western nations seizing their assets, Russians are eyeing the UAE as a safe-haven, according to Reuters.

White House, G7 Say New Guidance Is Coming on Crypto Sanctions Evasion

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 11. 17:15

White House, G7 Say New Guidance Is Coming on Crypto Sanctions Evasion White House and Treasury officials have said there is little concern that crypto will be used to evade sanctions against Russia but are announcing guidance to ensure this.

Elizabeth Warren and the Mysticism of the Crypto-Skeptics

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 11. 17:05

Elizabeth Warren and the Mysticism of the Crypto-Skeptics What Jean-Paul Sartre can teach doubters who continue to poo-poo this technology based on limited reasoning.

Fed's Powell Set to Remove Punch Bowl That Lubricated Crypto Party

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 11. 16:26

Fed's Powell Set to Remove Punch Bowl That Lubricated Crypto Party The Fed appears set to raise interest rates next week for the first time since 2018. With inflation now at nettlesome levels and still climbing, the so-called "Fed put" is out of action, one economist said.

Safeguarding Our Privacy in an Age of Transparency

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 11. 16:24

Safeguarding Our Privacy in an Age of Transparency Crypto wallets are the new Facebook profile pages. Is that a good thing?

Hedge Fund Fir Tree Makes ‘Big Short’ Bet Against Tether: Bloomberg

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 11. 15:49

Hedge Fund Fir Tree Makes ‘Big Short’ Bet Against Tether: Bloomberg The asymmetric bet limits the downside, but promises big profits if correct, say clients of the firm.

Hedge Fund Fir Tree Makes Big Short Bet Against Tether: Bloomberg

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 11. 15:49

Hedge Fund Fir Tree Makes Big Short Bet Against Tether: Bloomberg The asymmetric bet limits the downside, but promises big profits if correct, say clients of the firm.

SEC Rejects NYDIG, Global X Spot Bitcoin ETF Applications

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 11. 14:42

SEC Rejects NYDIG, Global X Spot Bitcoin ETF Applications The move continues a recent string of denials of spot bitcoin ETF applications by a number of financial institutions.

First Mover Americas: Ether-Bitcoin Volatility Spread Slides, Bitfinex Shorts Surge

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 11. 13:50

First Mover Americas: Ether-Bitcoin Volatility Spread Slides, Bitfinex Shorts Surge Bitcoin was trading flat to negative even as the European stocks and the S&P 500 futures got a slight tailwind.

Bitcoin Jumps to $40K as Putin Sees Positive Shift in Ukraine Talks

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 11. 13:08

Bitcoin Jumps to $40K as Putin Sees Positive Shift in Ukraine Talks Europe equity benchmarks and the U.S. index futures extended gains while crypto majors jumped as much as 7.6%.

10M Ether Now Locked on Eth 2.0 Staking Contract

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 11. 12:21

10M Ether Now Locked on Eth 2.0 Staking Contract The landmark figure represents over $26 billion worth of the asset at current prices.

Bank of Israel Publishes Draft Guidelines for Crypto Deposits

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 11. 12:19

Bank of Israel Publishes Draft Guidelines for Crypto Deposits The draft rules would prevent Israeli banks applying a blanket ban on fiat deposits originating from crypto activities.

UK FCA Orders Operators to Shut Down Crypto ATMs

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 11. 11:12

UK FCA Orders Operators to Shut Down Crypto ATMs The watchdog has warned that any crypto ATMs operating in the country are illegal and must be shut down.

First Mover Asia: India Loses Foreign Investment, Chinese Indices Continue a Downward Trend; Cryptos Suffer an Off Day

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 11. 01:09

First Mover Asia: India Loses Foreign Investment, Chinese Indices Continue a Downward Trend; Cryptos Suffer an Off Day The world's second-largest country by population has watched foreign investors flee for the last two weeks; bitcoin settles below $40,000.

OnlyFans Donated 500 ETH to DAO Supporting Ukraine

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 11. 00:24

OnlyFans Donated 500 ETH to DAO Supporting Ukraine The donation by the online subscription platform is among the many crypto-based efforts to support Ukraine during its war against Russia.

First Mover Asia: India Loses Foreign Investment, Chinese Indices Continue a Downward Trend; Cryptos Suffer an Off Day

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 10. 23:37

First Mover Asia: India Loses Foreign Investment, Chinese Indices Continue a Downward Trend; Cryptos Suffer an Off Day The world's second-largest country by population has watched foreign investors flee for the last two weeks; bitcoin settles below $40,000.

Vitalik Buterin Asks Court for Leniency in Upcoming Sentencing of Virgil Griffith

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 10. 23:05

Vitalik Buterin Asks Court for Leniency in Upcoming Sentencing of Virgil Griffith Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin has added his voice to the chorus of people asking a New York court for leniency in the upcoming sentencing of former Ethereum developer Virgil Griffith.

Bessemer Commits $250M to Web 3, Launches DAO

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 10. 22:14

Bessemer Commits $250M to Web 3, Launches DAO The noted venture capital firm is interested in consumer DeFi, infrastructure and other enabling technologies.

US Department of Labor Urges ‘Extreme Care’ Before Adding Crypto to 401(k) Plans

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 10. 21:42

US Department of Labor Urges ‘Extreme Care’ Before Adding Crypto to 401(k) Plans The Department warned that cryptocurrency investments present “significant risks and challenges to participants' retirement accounts.”

China’s Digital Yuan Targeted in New Bill From Nine GOP Senators

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 10. 21:39

China’s Digital Yuan Targeted in New Bill From Nine GOP Senators The Say No To the Silk Road Act stems from not only the well-known privacy concerns around the Chinese CBDC, but also from worries it could be a tool to evade sanctions.

China’s Digital Yuan Targeted in New Bill From 9 GOP Senators

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 10. 21:39

China’s Digital Yuan Targeted in New Bill From 9 GOP Senators The Say No To the Silk Road Act stems from not only the well-known privacy concerns around the Chinese CBDC, but also from worries it could be a tool to evade sanctions.

Market Wrap: Bitcoin Stuck Below $40K, Altcoins See Less Selling Pressure

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 10. 21:27

Market Wrap: Bitcoin Stuck Below $40K, Altcoins See Less Selling Pressure Bitcoin (BTC) and other cryptos traded in a choppy range on Thursday. Altcoins experienced less selling pressure, indicating a slight appetite for risk among crypto traders. But larger macroeconomic developments could weigh on risk assets, which is keeping investors at ease.

FTX Picks Stripe to Build Payments and Risk Mitigation Feature

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 10. 19:38

FTX Picks Stripe to Build Payments and Risk Mitigation Feature Stripe’s platform will enable a new fiat-to-crypto on-ramp for the rapidly-growing exchange.

Cuál es un horizonte de largo plazo para invertir en cripto

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 10. 19:13

Cuál es un horizonte de largo plazo para invertir en cripto Cripto es diferente a otras inversiones. Todavía se está aclarando quiénes están en esto a largo plazo, quiénes lo ven como un intento de obtener dinero, y quiénes están invirtiendo debido al FOMO.

Executing on Biden's Crypto Executive Order

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 10. 19:09

Executing on Biden's Crypto Executive Order Coordinating a "whole-of-government" approach will be difficult.

Bitcoin Returns to Range Below $40K; Support at $35K-$37K

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 10. 19:05

Bitcoin Returns to Range Below $40K; Support at $35K-$37K Bitcoin (BTC) is stuck in a tight trading range after failing to break through $40K resistance. Lower support at $35K and $37K could stabilize pullbacks into the Asia trading day.

Canadian Police Seize $28M in Bitcoin, Extradite Alleged Affiliate of Ransomware Gang

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2022. Mar. 10. 18:11

Canadian Police Seize $28M in Bitcoin, Extradite Alleged Affiliate of Ransomware Gang Sebastien Vachon-Desjardins, 34, is accused of carrying out dozens of ransomware attacks in 2020 – many of which were specifically targeted at the healthcare sector during the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic.

FTX.US Derivatives Unit Seeks CFTC Amendment to Clear Margin Trades Directly for Customers

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 10. 17:43

FTX.US Derivatives Unit Seeks CFTC Amendment to Clear Margin Trades Directly for Customers The company says the change would allow customers to transparently assess and respond to derivatives risk in real time.

FTX.US Derivatives Seeks CFTC Approval to Clear Margin Trades Directly for Customers

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 10. 17:43

FTX.US Derivatives Seeks CFTC Approval to Clear Margin Trades Directly for Customers The company says the change would allow customers to transparently assess and respond to derivatives risk in real time.

EBay Teases 'Digital Wallet' in Investor Presentation as Crypto Rumors Swirl

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 10. 17:31

EBay Teases 'Digital Wallet' in Investor Presentation as Crypto Rumors Swirl Company CEO Jamie Iannone recently said eBay is studying crypto as a form of payment.

ECB’s Lagarde Supports Acceleration of Digital Euro Work

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 10. 16:48

ECB’s Lagarde Supports Acceleration of Digital Euro Work ECB President Christine Lagarde said the bank's digital euro task force is working hard to move the project forward, and she supports speeding up that process.

Popular Denim Brand Diesel to Drop First NFTs on Rarible

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 10. 16:29

Popular Denim Brand Diesel to Drop First NFTs on Rarible The Italian company known for its jeans is the latest fashion brand to debut its own collection of NFTs.

Crypto Firms May Look at Traditional Finance Firms as M&A Targets

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 10. 16:26

Crypto Firms May Look at Traditional Finance Firms as M&A Targets We asked several industry participants if Wall Street incumbents might start making deals for crypto companies, and some predicted the opposite.

This Tiny Blockchain Startup’s Tangle With SEC Could End Up as Landmark Case

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 10. 16:16

This Tiny Blockchain Startup’s Tangle With SEC Could End Up as Landmark Case LBRY says its token sales, dating back to 2016, "do not resemble securities," but the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission's claim that they do provides a test case that might set a bigger precedent than even Ripple's.

Biden’s Executive Order Calls for ‘Highest Urgency’ on CBDC Research and Development

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 10. 15:38

Biden’s Executive Order Calls for ‘Highest Urgency’ on CBDC Research and Development The President has called on the Treasury Department to spearhead a series of reports looking into CBDC technology and how to implement them – ”if doing so is deemed to be in the national interest.”

US Inflation Rises to 7.9% in February, Fresh 4-Decade High

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 10. 15:04

US Inflation Rises to 7.9% in February, Fresh 4-Decade High Bitcoin, seen by some investors as a hedge against rising prices or dollar devaluation, was little changed after the Consumer Price Index (CPI) report, which closely matched economists' expectations.

Okcoin, Stacks Launch $165M Pledge to Support Bitcoin-Related Projects

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 10. 15:00

Okcoin, Stacks Launch $165M Pledge to Support Bitcoin-Related Projects The Bitcoin Odyssey is a year-long pledge taken by VC firms to deploy money into solutions that accelerate the adoption of bitcoin.

Paxos Wins Regulatory Approval From Monetary Authority of Singapore

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 10. 14:00

Paxos Wins Regulatory Approval From Monetary Authority of Singapore The custodian and back-end provider is the first crypto firm to gain regulatory approval in both New York and Singapore.

Hedera’s HBAR Foundation Launches $100M Sustainable Impact Fund

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 10. 14:00

Hedera’s HBAR Foundation Launches $100M Sustainable Impact Fund The fund will target projects that focus on sustainable development, such as carbon offsets.

US Inflation Rises to 7.9% in February, Fresh 4-Decade High

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 10. 13:53

US Inflation Rises to 7.9% in February, Fresh 4-Decade High Bitcoin, seen by some investors as a hedge against rising prices or dollar devaluation, was little changed after the Consumer Price Index (CPI) report, which closely matched economists' expectations.

Why Decentralized Exchanges Are Important in the Crypto Economy

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 10. 13:50

Why Decentralized Exchanges Are Important in the Crypto Economy Decentralized exchanges, or DEXs, offer some significant benefits and innovations for trading cryptocurrencies compared to centralized exchanges. This is the second part of a continuing series on understanding DeFi.

What’s a ‘Long-Term’ Time Horizon for Crypto?

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 10. 13:50

What’s a ‘Long-Term’ Time Horizon for Crypto? Crypto is different from other investments. It’s still becoming clear who’s in it for the long haul, who sees it as a cash grab, and who’s investing due to FOMO.

First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Awaits Triangle Breakout, Focus on Dollar

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 10. 13:16

First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Awaits Triangle Breakout, Focus on Dollar Bitcoin was trading flat to negative even as the European stocks and the S&P 500 futures got a slight tailwind.

Nordic Fintech Lunar Raises $77M, Builds Crypto Trading Platform

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 10. 12:55

Nordic Fintech Lunar Raises $77M, Builds Crypto Trading Platform Nordic neobank Lunar raised $77 million at a $2 billion valuation and introduced a crypto trading platform.

ICON’s ICX Rockets 70% as Crypto-Friendly Candidate Wins South Korean Presidential Election

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 10. 10:51

ICON’s ICX Rockets 70% as Crypto-Friendly Candidate Wins South Korean Presidential Election The South Korean crypto project saw an unusual bounce on Thursday morning as Yoon Suk-yeol won the presidential election.

Elrond Network Acquires Payments Firm Twispay, Wins E-Money License

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 10. 10:00

Elrond Network Acquires Payments Firm Twispay, Wins E-Money License Elrond said the approval to issue regulated e-money across Europe was granted by the National Bank of Romania.

Bitcoin Reverses Wednesday's Gain Ahead of ECB Rate Decision, US Inflation

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 10. 09:38

Bitcoin Reverses Wednesday's Gain Ahead of ECB Rate Decision, US Inflation Any unexpected move by the ECB could trigger a fall in the market, one trader said.

Fantom-Based Algo Protocol Fantasm Exploited for $2.6M

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 10. 09:35

Fantom-Based Algo Protocol Fantasm Exploited for $2.6M Some of the at-risk funds were recovered from the weeks-old protocol in the early hours of Thursday.

THORChain’s RUNE Surges 37% After DeFi Synthetic Assets Goes Live

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 10. 07:43

THORChain’s RUNE Surges 37% After DeFi Synthetic Assets Goes Live THORChain’s Chaosnet supports swaps between several major cryptocurrencies using its RUNE token.

FTX Hires Former WB Gaming Exec to Lead Gaming Partnerships

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 10. 07:27

FTX Hires Former WB Gaming Exec to Lead Gaming Partnerships Steve Sadin comes to the company from WB Games’ Boston studio.

GameFi Is a New Game for Southeast Asia Players

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 10. 01:00

GameFi Is a New Game for Southeast Asia Players Economic conditions and widespread digital adoption have created a foundation for the region to become the global capital of the Play-to-earn model.

JustCarbon, Likvidi Launch Blockchain Markets for Carbon Credits

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 10. 00:01

JustCarbon, Likvidi Launch Blockchain Markets for Carbon Credits The venture aims to bring cryptocurrency benefits to natural CO2-removal processes.

First Mover Asia: Signs Point Upward for Crypto in India and South Korea; Bitcoin and Ether Soar on US Executive Order

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 09. 23:50

First Mover Asia: Signs Point Upward for Crypto in India and South Korea; Bitcoin and Ether Soar on US Executive Order  India's finance minister says the country will launch a central bank digital currency sooner than she'd previously indicated; cryptos rise as investors view the Biden administration's executive order as a positive development.

Inflation, Tracked by Bitcoiners, Keeps Accelerating, and It Hasn't Even Peaked

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 09. 22:22

Inflation, Tracked by Bitcoiners, Keeps Accelerating, and It Hasn't Even Peaked The Consumer Price Index (CPI) report, due out from the Department of Labor's Bureau of Labor Statistics at 8:30 a.m. ET on Thursday, is expected to show inflation ticked up to 8% in February, a fresh four-decade high.

Conservative Candidate Yoon Suk-Yeol Wins South Korea’s Presidential Election

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 09. 21:50

Conservative Candidate Yoon Suk-Yeol Wins South Korea’s Presidential Election Yoon defeated his liberal opponent in a contest in which cryptocurrency issues were unusually prominent.

USDF Stablecoin Consortium Adds 3 More Banks

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 09. 21:33

USDF Stablecoin Consortium Adds 3 More Banks Amerant Bank, ConnectOne Bank and Primis Bank will join the U.S.-based group pushing for blockchain-based payment rails.

Market Wrap: Cryptos Rise After Biden's Executive Order; Sentiment Still Mixed

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 09. 21:19

Market Wrap: Cryptos Rise After Biden's Executive Order; Sentiment Still Mixed Bitcoin (BTC) and other cryptos traded higher on Wednesday after U.S. President Biden's executive order did not impose new regulations on the industry (for now). Ethereum (ETH) underperformed. And volatility is rising, keeping option traders busy.

First DOGE, Now ‘Meataverse’: Slim Jim Trademark Filings Reveal Metaverse Plans

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 09. 20:18

First DOGE, Now ‘Meataverse’: Slim Jim Trademark Filings Reveal Metaverse Plans The beloved meat stick brand is taking its “Long Boi Gang” deeper into Web 3.

Crypto Miners to Benefit From Biden’s Executive Order: Jefferies

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 09. 19:59

Crypto Miners to Benefit From Biden’s Executive Order: Jefferies The investment bank reiterated buy ratings for Argo Blockchain and Marathon Digital following this morning’s action by the White House.

‘People Will Get Burned’: Matt Odell on the Long Road to Bitcoin Privacy

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 09. 19:45

‘People Will Get Burned’: Matt Odell on the Long Road to Bitcoin Privacy Privacy advocate and hardcore bitcoiner Matt Odell discusses CoinJoins, privacy coins and “canaries.”

Why Russian Sanctions Could Push Corporations Towards Crypto

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 09. 19:01

Why Russian Sanctions Could Push Corporations Towards Crypto The sudden disconnection of Russia from the global financial system is a moment for reflection. But economic fragmentation has a cost.

Ukraine Has Received Close to $100 Million In Crypto Donations

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 09. 18:55

Ukraine Has Received Close to $100 Million In Crypto Donations Ukraine's president "shares our vision" that the use of crypto could be an "economic breakthrough," according to the country's deputy minister at the Ministry of Digital Transformation.

Ukraine Has Received Close to $100M in Crypto Donations

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 09. 18:55

Ukraine Has Received Close to $100M in Crypto Donations Ukraine's president "shares our vision" that the use of crypto could be an "economic breakthrough," according to the country's deputy minister at the Ministry of Digital Transformation.

Bitcoin Enters Resistance Zone Between $40K-$45K

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 09. 18:50

Bitcoin Enters Resistance Zone Between $40K-$45K Bitcoin (BTC) buyers held support at $37K and broke above $40K over the past 24 hours. The rally appears to be exhausted on intraday charts, which could precede a brief pullback into the Asia trading day.

LUNA Surges 25% to New All-Time High of $104

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 09. 18:33

LUNA Surges 25% to New All-Time High of $104 Strong demand for Terra stablecoins is behind the big move for sister token LUNA.

DAO Creation Platform Upstream Raises $12.5M and Launches Publicly

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 09. 18:03

DAO Creation Platform Upstream Raises $12.5M and Launches Publicly The no-code platform allows anyone to create and run a decentralized autonomous organization (DAO).

Biden’s Executive Order on Crypto Met With Relief From Key Industry Players

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 09. 17:56

Biden’s Executive Order on Crypto Met With Relief From Key Industry Players The crypto industry breathed a sigh of relief Wednesday as U.S. President Joe Biden finally unveiled his hotly anticipated executive order on crypto.

The NBA’s Web 3 Innovation Dilemma

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 09. 17:49

The NBA’s Web 3 Innovation Dilemma The league led the way with NBA Top Shot. But is it ready for the bigger implications of Web 3 for fan engagement and ownership?

President Biden’s Crypto Order Is a Huge Step Forward for the Industry

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 09. 17:47

President Biden’s Crypto Order Is a Huge Step Forward for the Industry The long-awaited order is an acknowledgement of crypto’s importance and the necessity of ensuring that regulation of the space is done correctly.

FTX Launches New Unit Focused on Institutional Investors

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 09. 17:42

FTX Launches New Unit Focused on Institutional Investors FTX Access will offer institutional investors access to advisory services, index products and trade execution, among other items.

Final BitMEX Co-Founder Pleads Guilty to US Violations

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 09. 17:14

Final BitMEX Co-Founder Pleads Guilty to US Violations Samuel Reed will pay a $10 million fine for violating anti-money laundering rules and also faces up to five years in prison.

Here's the Full Text of Biden's Executive Order on Cryptocurrency

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 09. 17:05

Here's the Full Text of Biden's Executive Order on Cryptocurrency "We must support technological advances that promote responsible development and use of digital assets," the president says.

America's Quiet Default

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 09. 15:39

America's Quiet Default Seizing Russian holdings of American debt risks the U.S.'s role in the international system and opens the door to gold and bitcoin.

State Street to Offer Crypto Custody in Pact With Copper

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 09. 15:19

State Street to Offer Crypto Custody in Pact With Copper The move follows the custodial banking giant launching its crypto division in June 2021.

Pantera Leads $4M Seed Round for Streamlined Cross-Chain Bridge

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 09. 15:00

Pantera Leads $4M Seed Round for Streamlined Cross-Chain Bridge Swim Protocol wants to make it easier for users to swap native assets across blockchains.

How Crypto Companies Must Mesh With Traditional Financial Services Platforms for DeFi to Succeed

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 09. 14:45

How Crypto Companies Must Mesh With Traditional Financial Services Platforms for DeFi to Succeed Crypto companies looking to engage with traditional financial institutions must address risk management and compliance expectations stemming these institutions' regulatory obligations.

Miami Nightclub E11EVEN Rolls Out Crypto Division and 'Captain's Club' NFTs

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 09. 14:10

Miami Nightclub E11EVEN Rolls Out Crypto Division and 'Captain's Club' NFTs The downtown Miami strip club is dancing deeper into crypto, partnering with Horizen Labs for the backend.

EmpireDAO Is Building a WeWork for Web 3

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 09. 14:00

EmpireDAO Is Building a WeWork for Web 3 EmpireDAO’s organizers have leased 36,000 square feet in Manhattan for what they hope will be NYC’s most desired coworking space for crypto builders.

First Mover Americas: Biden Issues Crypto Order; Inflation Expectations Hit Record High

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 09. 13:56

First Mover Americas: Biden Issues Crypto Order; Inflation Expectations Hit Record High Bitcoin was trading flat to negative even as the European stocks and the S&P 500 futures got a slight tailwind.

Owner of Bitstream Mining to List on Nasdaq

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 09. 13:51

Owner of Bitstream Mining to List on Nasdaq The small miner has bought 5,000 used Canaan mining rigs and has an agreement to host Bitmain s19 Pros in Texas.

Dubai Adopts Initial Crypto Law, Establishes Independent Authority for Oversight

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 09. 13:38

Dubai Adopts Initial Crypto Law, Establishes Independent Authority for Oversight The announcement was made by UAE Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum

Binance Eyes Non-Crypto Acquisitions to Enlarge Total Market: Report

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 09. 13:15

Binance Eyes Non-Crypto Acquisitions to Enlarge Total Market: Report The cryptocurrency exchange is looking to buy companies outside the crypto industry.

EU Says Russia, Belarus Sanctions Extend to Crypto

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 09. 12:58

EU Says Russia, Belarus Sanctions Extend to Crypto The European Union (EU) has clarified that sanctions placed on Russia and Belarus extend to crypto assets.

Chad DePue, Former Snapchat Director of Engineering, Moves to Uniswap Labs

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 09. 12:56

Chad DePue, Former Snapchat Director of Engineering, Moves to Uniswap Labs The talent drain from Web 2 tech companies into crypto continues.

The Promise of 'Stateless Ethereum'

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 09. 12:30

The Promise of 'Stateless Ethereum' The introduction of stateless clients should make running an Ethereum node easier than ever, leading to true decentralization and resilience of the network.

Blockdaemon Acquires Crypto Onramp Company Gem

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 09. 12:00

Blockdaemon Acquires Crypto Onramp Company Gem The blockchain infrastructure platform will integrate Gem’s on and offboarding solutions.

Blockdaemon Acquires Crypto On-Ramp Company Gem

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 09. 12:00

Blockdaemon Acquires Crypto On-Ramp Company Gem The blockchain infrastructure platform will integrate Gem’s on and offboarding solutions.

Profit Booking in Bitcoin, Ether After Biden Issues Crypto Order

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 09. 11:40

Profit Booking in Bitcoin, Ether After Biden Issues Crypto Order Bitcoin gained and lost $200 in the minutes after a much-awaited order was issued in the U.S.

Fintech Platform Cake DeFi Creates $100M Venture Capital Arm

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 09. 11:25

Fintech Platform Cake DeFi Creates $100M Venture Capital Arm The Singapore-based company will invest in Web 3, NFTs and fintech projects.

Market Cap of Gold-Backed Cryptos Surpass $1B as Yellow Metal Nears Record High

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 09. 11:18

Market Cap of Gold-Backed Cryptos Surpass $1B as Yellow Metal Nears Record High Stagflation fears appear to have boosted demand for gold and crypto tokens backed by the yellow metal.

Biden Issues Long-Awaited Executive Order on Crypto

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 09. 11:00

Biden Issues Long-Awaited Executive Order on Crypto U.S. President Joe Biden directed federal agencies to coordinate their efforts in studying cryptocurrencies in a first-of-its-kind executive order Wednesday. These agencies will evaluate their approach in six “key priorities” within the digital asset sector.

Biden Issues Long-Awaited US Executive Order on Crypto

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 09. 11:00

Biden Issues Long-Awaited US Executive Order on Crypto U.S. President Joe Biden directed federal agencies to coordinate their efforts in studying cryptocurrencies in a first-of-its-kind executive order Wednesday. These agencies will evaluate their approach in six “key priorities” within the digital asset sector.

Monero’s XMR, Zcash’s ZEC Jump as Privacy Coins Gain Favor

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 09. 10:59

Monero’s XMR, Zcash’s ZEC Jump as Privacy Coins Gain Favor Crypto exchanges blocking known addresses might be spurring demand for privacy-oriented cryptocurrencies, one analyst said.

$95M of Shorts Liquidated as Bitcoin, Ether Rise 8%

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 09. 09:01

$95M of Shorts Liquidated as Bitcoin, Ether Rise 8% Short trades accounted for an overwhelming majority of all liquidation losses in the past 12 hours.

Crypto Policy Is on the Agenda in Seoul as South Koreans Head to the Polls

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 09. 08:45

Crypto Policy Is on the Agenda in Seoul as South Koreans Head to the Polls Platforms of both major parties mention digital assets during a campaign that is historically close

Kava Deploys Ethereum Developer Support on Testnet

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 09. 07:55

Kava Deploys Ethereum Developer Support on Testnet EVM support on Kava will allow Ethereum developers to deploy dapps to Cosmos, which has been steadily gained popularity among users.

Bitcoin Tops $41K After Yellen's Crypto Statement Inadvertently Published Early

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 09. 05:33

Bitcoin Tops $41K After Yellen's Crypto Statement Inadvertently Published Early Gemini's Cameron Winklevoss said based on Yellen's remarks the impending crypto order is positive and supports responsible innovation.

VanEck Launches Crypto Mining ETF

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 09. 05:01

VanEck Launches Crypto Mining ETF The investment firm says miners are critical to the growth of digital assets.

First Mover Asia: Singapore's Strict Approach to Crypto; Bitcoin Rises Despite Investors' Jitters About War, US Executive Order

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 09. 00:14

First Mover Asia: Singapore's Strict Approach to Crypto; Bitcoin Rises Despite Investors' Jitters About War, US Executive Order Singapore's high standards may be discouraging some crypto companies from establishing operations in the nation state; investors were wrestling with the latest developments in Ukraine and await the order by President Joe Biden on Wednesday.

First Mover Asia: Singapore's Strict Approach to Crypto; Bitcoin Rises Despite Investors' Jitters About War, US Executive Order

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 08. 23:43

First Mover Asia: Singapore's Strict Approach to Crypto; Bitcoin Rises Despite Investors' Jitters About War, US Executive Order Singapore's high standards may be discouraging some crypto companies from establishing operations in the nation state; investors were wrestling with the latest developments in Ukraine and await the order by President Joe Biden on Wednesday.

US Senator Warren Drafting Bill to Ensure Crypto Can’t Be Used to Evade Sanctions

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 08. 22:30

US Senator Warren Drafting Bill to Ensure Crypto Can’t Be Used to Evade Sanctions One of the bill’s provisions would make it easier to verify customer identities and transfers to private wallets by enforcing detailed record keeping and reporting, according to NBC News.

As Gold Nears Record, Bitcoin Doesn't Shine So Brightly

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 08. 21:43

As Gold Nears Record, Bitcoin Doesn't Shine So Brightly Bitcoin is holding its own as the Russia-Ukraine war roils global markets, but it's taken a back seat to gold as a "safe haven."

Market Wrap: Bitcoin Stabilizes Ahead of Biden's Executive Order on Crypto

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 08. 21:24

Market Wrap: Bitcoin Stabilizes Ahead of Biden's Executive Order on Crypto Bitcoin (BTC) and other cryptocurrencies traded lower on Monday alongside stocks. Analysts expect bitcoin's trading range between $28K and $69K could result in sharp price swings, eventually giving way to a recovery within two or three months.

Goldman Sachs Offering ETH Fund to Clients Through Galaxy Digital

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 08. 21:21

Goldman Sachs Offering ETH Fund to Clients Through Galaxy Digital The bank is introducing crypto-curious clients to Galaxy’s Institutional Ethereum Fund, according to SEC documents.

Crypto Exchange CoinZoom Suspending New Russia-Based Accounts: Report

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 08. 20:47

Crypto Exchange CoinZoom Suspending New Russia-Based Accounts: Report Existing account holders in Russia won’t be blocked although they will still be screened against sanctions lists, CoinZoom’s CEO said.

Crypto Still Isn't Helping Russian Oligarchs Evade Sanctions

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 08. 20:30

Crypto Still Isn't Helping Russian Oligarchs Evade Sanctions We have heard a lot over the last week that crypto is not being used to undermine international sanctions against Russia or breakaway regions of Ukraine, and this week's State of Crypto asks: why on Earth not?

CFTC Brings Charges Against 4 Alleged Operators of $44M Bitcoin Ponzi Scheme

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 08. 20:02

CFTC Brings Charges Against 4 Alleged Operators of $44M Bitcoin Ponzi Scheme Tuesday’s charges are just the latest in the CFTC’s efforts to regulate the crypto industry.

Bitcoin Higher as US Ban on Russian Oil Imports Roils Markets

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 08. 19:52

Bitcoin Higher as US Ban on Russian Oil Imports Roils Markets Crypto traders are still evaluating the potential impact of soaring oil prices on bitcoin's price.

Bitcoin Approaches $40K; Resistance at $43K-$45K

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 08. 19:30

Bitcoin Approaches $40K; Resistance at $43K-$45K Bitcoin (BTC) is trading in a tight intraday range as buyers maintain support at $37K. Resistance is seen around the $43K-$45K zone, which could stall a price bounce. For now, the short-term downtrend is intact as technical indicators are neutral.

Visa CEO Still Uncertain on Crypto’s Role

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 08. 19:26

Visa CEO Still Uncertain on Crypto’s Role Al Kelly spoke at Royal Bank of Canada’s financial institutions conference today.

Si vivieras en Cuba bajo un embargo económico, entenderías Bitcoin

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 08. 18:40

Si vivieras en Cuba bajo un embargo económico, entenderías Bitcoin Más de 60 bancos y fintechs me rechazaron solo por mi nacionalidad. Bitcoin lo soluciona.

You Would Understand Bitcoin if You Were Under Cuba’s Embargo

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 08. 18:34

You Would Understand Bitcoin if You Were Under Cuba’s Embargo More than 60 banks and fintechs rejected me just for my nationality. Bitcoin fixes that.

Treasury Department Launching Crypto Education Initiative: Report

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 08. 18:33

Treasury Department Launching Crypto Education Initiative: Report The initiative centers around informing the public about the potential risks of investing in crypto.

Crypto.com Tells Loan Customers in 'Excluded' Countries to Repay by March 15

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 08. 17:36

Crypto.com Tells Loan Customers in 'Excluded' Countries to Repay by March 15 Customers in “excluded jurisdictions” must close their loans before Crypto.com does it for them.

Credit Suisse Strategist Says We're Witnessing Birth of a New World Monetary Order

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 08. 17:29

Credit Suisse Strategist Says We're Witnessing Birth of a New World Monetary Order "Money" will never be the same again after the Ukraine war, writes Pozsar, and Bitcoin may benefit.

‘Minimum Viable DAO’ Product Looks to Supercharge Web 3 Governance

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 08. 17:00

‘Minimum Viable DAO’ Product Looks to Supercharge Web 3 Governance Decent Labs has an opinion on what the future of DAOs should look like, and it’s baking it into a new set of tools.

WalletConnect Raises $11M to Let Crypto Wallets Talk to Each Other

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 08. 17:00

WalletConnect Raises $11M to Let Crypto Wallets Talk to Each Other Union Square Ventures and 1kx co-led the round at an undisclosed valuation.

National Security at Stake With Biden's Crypto Executive Order

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 08. 16:39

National Security at Stake With Biden's Crypto Executive Order The administration has an opportunity to take the lead on the future of the finance and the internet and restore American credibility abroad.

Avalanche Commits $290M in AVAX to Attract Gaming, DeFi and NFT ‘Subnets’

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 08. 15:17

Avalanche Commits $290M in AVAX to Attract Gaming, DeFi and NFT ‘Subnets’ The “Multiverse” incentive fund is meant to create a network of application-specific blockchains.

Polymesh Offers $25M in Developer Grants to Kick-Start Security Token Projects

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 08. 15:00

Polymesh Offers $25M in Developer Grants to Kick-Start Security Token Projects Proposals include building a cross-chain settlement engine and a finance-oriented block explorer.

Virtual Beers and Digital Orgasms: Welcome to the Age of Metaverse Commerce

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 08. 14:52

Virtual Beers and Digital Orgasms: Welcome to the Age of Metaverse Commerce Executives from Adidas, Budweiser, Clinique, NARS Cosmetics and other big consumer brands explain why the metaverse is “seismic” for their businesses.

GameFi’s Promise and Reality Are Still Worlds Apart

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 08. 14:45

GameFi’s Promise and Reality Are Still Worlds Apart In creating closed, interoperable environments, are developers forgetting to ensure that players are having fun?

Thailand Eases Tax Rules on Digital Assets Until 2023

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 08. 14:41

Thailand Eases Tax Rules on Digital Assets Until 2023 Crypto traders will be exempt from a 7% VAT tax.

UNXD Raises $4M to Bring Luxury Fashion to the Metaverse

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 08. 14:00

UNXD Raises $4M to Bring Luxury Fashion to the Metaverse The raise included participation from prominent metaverse investors Animoca Brands and Polygon Studios.

Bitcoin Mining Startup Blockmetrix Raises $43M in Series B Round

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 08. 14:00

Bitcoin Mining Startup Blockmetrix Raises $43M in Series B Round The startup had previously raised $7 million that went into deploying more than 1,000 mining rigs.

Polychain Leads $6.85M Investment in ‘Curate-to-Earn’ Project

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 08. 14:00

Polychain Leads $6.85M Investment in ‘Curate-to-Earn’ Project KurateDAO is looking to use “cryptoeconomic games to curate the world’s information.”

First Mover Americas: Record GBTC Discount Draws Institutional Demand

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 08. 13:58

First Mover Americas: Record GBTC Discount Draws Institutional Demand Bitcoin was trading flat to negative even as the European stocks and the S&P 500 futures got a slight tailwind.

First Mover Americas: Record GBTC Discount Draws Institutional Demand; Fed to Delay Rate Hike?

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 08. 13:58

First Mover Americas: Record GBTC Discount Draws Institutional Demand; Fed to Delay Rate Hike? Bitcoin was trading flat to negative even as the European stocks and the S&P 500 futures got a slight tailwind.

Ukrainian Boxer Wladimir Klitschko Releases NFT Collection to Support Relief Effort

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 08. 13:25

Ukrainian Boxer Wladimir Klitschko Releases NFT Collection to Support Relief Effort All proceeds will be donated to the Ukraine Red Cross and UNICEF as Russia’s invasion continues.

Bain Capital Launches $530M Crypto Fund

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 08. 13:00

Bain Capital Launches $530M Crypto Fund The $155 billion investment giant will focus on DeFi and Web 3 and isn't afraid to get its hands dirty with liquid tokens.

Bain Capital Launches $560M Crypto Fund

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 08. 13:00

Bain Capital Launches $560M Crypto Fund The $155 billion investment giant will focus on DeFi and Web 3 and isn't afraid to get its hands dirty with liquid tokens.

Bitcoin Stays Above $38K While Nickel Surges to $101K in Surprise Run

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 08. 12:06

Bitcoin Stays Above $38K While Nickel Surges to $101K in Surprise Run Crypto markets remained muted as some other sectors showed explosive growth amid conflict in eastern Europe.

World of Women Teams Up With The Sandbox for $25M Inclusivity Push

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 08. 12:00

World of Women Teams Up With The Sandbox for $25M Inclusivity Push The new WoW Foundation will use the funding to invest in education and mentorship to increase female participation in Web 3 and the metaverse.

Large Ether Options Flow Guards Against Price Slide Below $2.2K

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 08. 08:53

Large Ether Options Flow Guards Against Price Slide Below $2.2K Sophisticated traders bought put options to protect against a continued ether price drop, one observer said.

Papa John's Plans NFT Drop Despite Prior Warning From UK Advertising Regulator

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 08. 00:01

Papa John's Plans NFT Drop Despite Prior Warning From UK Advertising Regulator Pizza takeaway chain Papa John's is giving away nearly 20,000 non-fungible tokens (NFTs) to customers in the U.K. shrugging off a previous warning from the advertising regulator about its dalliances in the crypto world.

Biden Planning to Sign Executive Order on Crypto This Week: Reports

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 07. 23:44

Biden Planning to Sign Executive Order on Crypto This Week: Reports The White House has been working on coordinating the efforts of different federal agencies since last year.

Market Wrap: Bitcoin Dips; Trading Range Could Result in Sharp Price Swings

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 07. 21:38

Market Wrap: Bitcoin Dips; Trading Range Could Result in Sharp Price Swings Bitcoin (BTC) and other cryptocurrencies traded lower on Monday alongside stocks. Analysts expect bitcoin's trading range between $28K and $69K could result in sharp price swings, eventually giving way to a recovery within two or three months.

Coinbase to Label Some Assets as ‘Experimental’ in Bid to Boost Transparency

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 07. 20:52

Coinbase to Label Some Assets as ‘Experimental’ in Bid to Boost Transparency Users of Coinbase can now see which tokens have added risks.

ENS and the Limitations of DAO Governance

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 07. 20:21

ENS and the Limitations of DAO Governance Brantly Millegan has mostly avoided accountability. What does that say about decentralized voting systems?

Bitcoin mantiene su soporte por encima de $35K-$37K, con una resistencia de $45K

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 07. 20:07

Bitcoin mantiene su soporte por encima de $35K-$37K, con una resistencia de $45K BTC parece estar sobrevendido en los gráficos intradía, aunque el impulso se ha debilitado.

Coinbase Touts Blacklist of 25K Russia-Linked Addresses Allegedly Tied to Illicit Activity

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 07. 19:56

Coinbase Touts Blacklist of 25K Russia-Linked Addresses Allegedly Tied to Illicit Activity Combating accusations that crypto is an ideal sanctions evasion tool, Coinbase said it has long taken “proactive” steps to root out criminally-tied Russians.

Santander Launches Loans Backed by Tokenized Commodities Such as Soy and Corn

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 07. 19:39

Santander Launches Loans Backed by Tokenized Commodities Such as Soy and Corn The Spanish banking multinational is the first traditional finance company to release a crypto-based loan, in partnership with agro-commodities tokenization platform Agrotoken.

Bitcoin Holding Support Above $35K-$37K; Resistance at $45K

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 07. 18:58

Bitcoin Holding Support Above $35K-$37K; Resistance at $45K Bitcoin (BTC) is rangebound with support at $35K-$37K. The loss of upside momentum over the weekend suggests limited upside given strong resistance around $45K.

Bitcoin Holding Support Above $35K-$37K, Resistance at $45K

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 07. 18:58

Bitcoin Holding Support Above $35K-$37K, Resistance at $45K Bitcoin (BTC) is rangebound with support at $35K-$37K. The loss of upside momentum over the weekend suggests limited upside given strong resistance around $45K.

Crypto-Fund Inflows Tripled Last Week to Highest in Almost Three Months

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 07. 17:29

Crypto-Fund Inflows Tripled Last Week to Highest in Almost Three Months A net $127 million went into digital-asset funds during the week ended March 4, with minor outflows in Europe and large inflows in the Americas.

Nagax, the Crypto Trading Platform of German Fintech Naga, Set to Launch

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 07. 17:22

Nagax, the Crypto Trading Platform of German Fintech Naga, Set to Launch The social trading platform announced in January will focus on cryptocurrencies and include a crypto wallet and crypto exchange with more than 50 assets.

Why Stablecoin Interest Rates Are So Damn High

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 07. 17:18

Why Stablecoin Interest Rates Are So Damn High Or why Jeremy Allaire can't stop printing.

eToro Q4 Trading Income Rose Amid Crypto Activity Rebound

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 07. 17:12

eToro Q4 Trading Income Rose Amid Crypto Activity Rebound The crypto trading platform said it is continuing to work hard on the SPAC merger that would see the company go public by June 30.

Ukraine Is Buying Bulletproof Vests and Night-Vision Goggles Using Crypto

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 07. 16:50

Ukraine Is Buying Bulletproof Vests and Night-Vision Goggles Using Crypto Ukrainian minister Alex Bornyakov said that the crypto fund is being used to purchase non-lethal equipment for military purposes such as bulletproof vests, night vision goggles, military-grade food rations and medical equipment that helps with hemostasis such as tourniquets.

EU Parliament Monetary Committee to Vote on MiCA Next Week

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 07. 16:35

EU Parliament Monetary Committee to Vote on MiCA Next Week The European Union Parliament's economics and monetary committee will vote on the Markets in Crypto Assets (MiCA) legislation next week.

Crypto Miner Argo’s Monthly Sales, Bitcoin Output Fell on Higher Difficulty, Winter Storm

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 07. 16:27

Crypto Miner Argo’s Monthly Sales, Bitcoin Output Fell on Higher Difficulty, Winter Storm Argo Blockchain’s mining margin in February narrowed from the previous month.

DraftKings Becomes Polygon Validator After NFT Marketplace Clocks $44M in Sales

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 07. 16:19

DraftKings Becomes Polygon Validator After NFT Marketplace Clocks $44M in Sales Zero Hash is providing the technical chops for the sports betting platform to become one of Polygon’s largest governors.

European Parliament Proposes Expanding 'Travel Rule' to Every Single Crypto Transaction

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 07. 15:59

European Parliament Proposes Expanding 'Travel Rule' to Every Single Crypto Transaction Two major factions within the European Parliament propose to expand the "travel rule" to virtually every transaction of digital assets.

BitNile Aims to Become a Top 10 North American Miner With 300MW Deal

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 07. 15:58

BitNile Aims to Become a Top 10 North American Miner With 300MW Deal The expansion of the company’s Michigan data center would bring BitNile’s annual mining capacity to about 19,600 bitcoin.

Core Scientific Plans to Increase Hashrate to 42 EH/s by Year-End

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 07. 15:32

Core Scientific Plans to Increase Hashrate to 42 EH/s by Year-End The miner said demand for its hosting capacity remains strong and continues to exceed available supply.

Core Scientific Plans to Increase Hashrate to Up to 42 EH/s by Year-End

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 07. 15:32

Core Scientific Plans to Increase Hashrate to Up to 42 EH/s by Year-End The miner said demand for its hosting capacity remains strong and continues to exceed available supply.

Core Scientific Plans to Increase Hashrate to 42 EH/s by Year End

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 07. 15:32

Core Scientific Plans to Increase Hashrate to 42 EH/s by Year End The miner said demand for its hosting capacity remains strong and continues to exceed available supply.

'How Can Information Be Free but Expensive?': Holly Herndon on Web 3, Art and the Future of IP

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 07. 15:08

'How Can Information Be Free but Expensive?': Holly Herndon on Web 3, Art and the Future of IP Artists Herndon, Mat Dryhurst and Dan Keller discuss where they see Web 3 taking culture, why weirdos thrive in a Web 3 world, and what makes Berlin a nexus for art and tech.

‘How Can Information Be Free but Expensive?’: Holly Herndon on Web 3, Art and the Future of IP

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 07. 15:08

‘How Can Information Be Free but Expensive?’: Holly Herndon on Web 3, Art and the Future of IP Artists Herndon, Mat Dryhurst and Dan Keller discuss where they see Web 3 taking culture, why weirdos thrive in a Web 3 world, and what makes Berlin a nexus for art and tech.

Pantera and Polychain Lead $10M Bet on Metaverse Fashionistas

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 07. 15:00

Pantera and Polychain Lead $10M Bet on Metaverse Fashionistas “Fashion will be just as – if not more – important in the metaverse than in the real world,” Pantera’s Paul Veradittakit said.

Bitcoin Creeps Toward $40K as Surging Oil Prices Create Bear Market Worry

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 07. 14:51

Bitcoin Creeps Toward $40K as Surging Oil Prices Create Bear Market Worry The largest cryptocurrency's upward move came as stocks fell due to concerns over mounting inflationary pressures.

It’s Complicated: The Relationship Between Crypto and NFTs

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 07. 14:30

It’s Complicated: The Relationship Between Crypto and NFTs Is there any correlation between the NFT and crypto markets? Bybit’s Lead Tech Writer looks at some of the theories.

Crypto Miner Hive to Buy Intel Mining Chip That Can Raise Hashrate by 95%

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 07. 14:29

Crypto Miner Hive to Buy Intel Mining Chip That Can Raise Hashrate by 95% The miner also signed a 100MW power deal with Compute North in Texas.

Hive to Buy Intel Mining Chip That Can Raise Hashrate by 95%

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 07. 14:29

Hive to Buy Intel Mining Chip That Can Raise Hashrate by 95% The miner also signed a 100MW power deal with Compute North in Texas.

Espresso Systems Raises $32M to Bring Scaling and Privacy to Web 3

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 07. 14:05

Espresso Systems Raises $32M to Bring Scaling and Privacy to Web 3 The funding was led by Greylock Partners and Electric Capital, with participation from Sequoia Capital.

First Mover Americas: Investors See Bitcoin as Inflation Hedge, Nickel Digital's Survey Shows

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 07. 13:47

First Mover Americas: Investors See Bitcoin as Inflation Hedge, Nickel Digital's Survey Shows Bitcoin was trading flat to negative even as the European stocks and the S&P 500 futures got a slight tailwind.

Griffin Gaming Partners Raises $750M Fund with Eye on Web 3

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 07. 12:48

Griffin Gaming Partners Raises $750M Fund with Eye on Web 3 The gaming-focused venture capital firm now has more than $1 billion in assets under management.

Fantom FTM's Loss Eases as Foundation Soothes Investor Concerns

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 07. 12:31

Fantom FTM's Loss Eases as Foundation Soothes Investor Concerns Fantom ecosystem tokens and value locked on DeFi protocols have dipped in the past 24 hours.

Fantom Ecosystem Coins, DeFi Value Locked Plunge After Developer Exit

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 07. 10:48

Fantom Ecosystem Coins, DeFi Value Locked Plunge After Developer Exit Several fledgling tokens dropped Monday as investors panicked on the exit of an influential Fantom developer.

Binance Sets Up Its Own Fiat-to-Crypto Payments Provider

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 07. 10:46

Binance Sets Up Its Own Fiat-to-Crypto Payments Provider Cryptocurrency exchange Binance has set up its own fiat-to-crypto payments provider Bifinity to help businesses become "crypto-ready."

Binance Sets Up Fiat-to-Crypto Payments Provider, Lends to FCA-Regulated Custodian

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 07. 10:46

Binance Sets Up Fiat-to-Crypto Payments Provider, Lends to FCA-Regulated Custodian Cryptocurrency exchange Binance has set up its own fiat-to-crypto payments provider Bifinity to help businesses become "crypto-ready."

Crypto Exchange FTX Sets Up European Unit

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 07. 09:35

Crypto Exchange FTX Sets Up European Unit Two years after the launch of FTX.US, cryptocurrency exchange has established a European equivalent licensed in Cyprus.

Whale Holdings in Cardano's ADA Token Hit Record High

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 07. 09:02

Whale Holdings in Cardano's ADA Token Hit Record High Large holders appear to be bargain hunting after a 70% slide from record highs.

Brantly Millegan Remains a Director of ENS Foundation After Failed Attempt to Boot Him

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 07. 06:12

Brantly Millegan Remains a Director of ENS Foundation After Failed Attempt to Boot Him Millegan was removed as a steward from the DAO and the True Names Foundation, but remains a director at the ENS Foundation.

First Mover Asia: Singapore VC Lightbulb Capital Balances the 3 Parts of ESG Investing. Will the DeFi World Care?; Bitcoin, Ether Fall

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 07. 00:04

First Mover Asia: Singapore VC Lightbulb Capital Balances the 3 Parts of ESG Investing. Will the DeFi World Care?; Bitcoin, Ether Fall The crypto world has focused more heavily on environmental issues than the social and governance aspects of different projects; major cryptos are in the red as the Russian invasion intensifies.

First Mover Asia: Singapore's Lightbulb Capital Balances the 3 Parts of ESG Investing. Will the DeFi World Care?; Bitcoin, Ether Fall

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 07. 00:04

First Mover Asia: Singapore's Lightbulb Capital Balances the 3 Parts of ESG Investing. Will the DeFi World Care?; Bitcoin, Ether Fall The crypto world has focused more heavily on environmental issues than the social and governance aspects of different projects; major cryptos are in the red as the Russian invasion intensifies.

Why Did Bitcoin Surge So Much Against the Ruble?

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 06. 15:50

Why Did Bitcoin Surge So Much Against the Ruble? Oligarchs dodging sanctions? Doubtful. Regular Russians trying to preserve their wealth? Maybe. There’s also a third, less exciting possibility.

Visa, Mastercard Join PayPal in Suspending Russian Operations

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 05. 23:01

Visa, Mastercard Join PayPal in Suspending Russian Operations The payment processors cited Russia's invasion of Ukraine in announcing the move on Saturday.

Convex Finance Bug Causes CVX Token to Sink on Forced Token Unlock

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 04. 22:06

Convex Finance Bug Causes CVX Token to Sink on Forced Token Unlock After a smart contract exploit, locked CVX tokens flooded the market, dragging down prices.

Market Wrap: Cryptos Slide; Analysts Expect a Volatility Spike

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 04. 21:32

Market Wrap: Cryptos Slide; Analysts Expect a Volatility Spike Cryptocurrencies, including bitcoin (BTC), traded lower on Friday due to elevated headline risk. But volatility and trading volumes have been low. That could change as some analysts and traders expect a volatility spike this month.

Bitcoin Rally Evaporates as Price Tumbles Below $40K Friday Afternoon

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 04. 20:41

Bitcoin Rally Evaporates as Price Tumbles Below $40K Friday Afternoon The crypto’s divergence from stocks earlier this week has proven to be short-lived.

Bitcoin Extends Pullback Toward $37K-$40K Support Zone

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 04. 19:12

Bitcoin Extends Pullback Toward $37K-$40K Support Zone Bitcoin (BTC) continues to decline from key resistance levels, indicating a loss of short-term momentum. Support around $37K-$40K remains intact, which could stabilize the down move. On the weekly chart, conditions are still neutral, benefitting short-term trades.

Mickey Mantle Baseball Card NFT Sells for $471K in OpenSea Auction

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 04. 19:08

Mickey Mantle Baseball Card NFT Sells for $471K in OpenSea Auction The NFT iteration of the coveted 1952 baseball card racked up a bidding war in the sale’s final hour – making it one of the priciest sports NFTs ever sold.

Ukraine Fundraisers Bring Out the Best, and Worst, in Crypto

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 04. 18:29

Ukraine Fundraisers Bring Out the Best, and Worst, in Crypto If you tried to make money off Ukraine’s fundraising efforts, your soul is just as broken as your brain.

Pplpleasr Will Not Always Please You: The Rise of NFT Artist Emily Yang

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 04. 17:45

Pplpleasr Will Not Always Please You: The Rise of NFT Artist Emily Yang It was initially an accident for this artist to get into NFTs, but she’s now realizing a lifelong dream to create for herself.

If Ever There Were a Time for Financial Freedom, It’s Now

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 04. 17:19

If Ever There Were a Time for Financial Freedom, It’s Now With Ukraine raising money online and Russia shut out of the financial system, crypto's liberty proposition was put to the test.

Coinbase afirma que los mercados cripto se mantienen resistentes tras invasión de Rusia a Ucrania

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 04. 17:11

Coinbase afirma que los mercados cripto se mantienen resistentes tras invasión de Rusia a Ucrania El exchange dijo que es posible una recuperación más convincente una vez que los inversores tengan más claridad sobre los planes de la Fed.

Bitcoin Miner Mawson Signs Second Hosting Deal in a Week

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 04. 16:54

Bitcoin Miner Mawson Signs Second Hosting Deal in a Week The new deal will bring the company’s total hosting co-location power capacity to 114MW, up from just 2MW at the end of 2021.

Cipher Mining Scraps Plan to Buy Bitfury Rigs, Sticks With Bitmain, MicroBT

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 04. 16:40

Cipher Mining Scraps Plan to Buy Bitfury Rigs, Sticks With Bitmain, MicroBT The bitcoin miner wants to stay nimble to potentially grab opportunities in a fast market.

CVS Eyes Metaverse With 4 NFT-Related Trademarks

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 04. 16:24

CVS Eyes Metaverse With 4 NFT-Related Trademarks The drugstore chain plans to offer virtual goods and NFTs of prescription drugs and merchandise.

Bitcoin Miner Digihost Aims to Triple Capitalization With $250M Share Offering

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 04. 16:16

Bitcoin Miner Digihost Aims to Triple Capitalization With $250M Share Offering Shares are down 13% as the capital raise news combines with sharply lower bitcoin prices.

The Game Is On: The Hunt for Web 3 Gaming Models

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 04. 14:34

The Game Is On: The Hunt for Web 3 Gaming Models GameFi will be bigger than just Axie Infinity.

Shake Shack Offering Bitcoin Rewards for Customers Using Block’s Cash App: Report

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 04. 14:24

Shake Shack Offering Bitcoin Rewards for Customers Using Block’s Cash App: Report The burger chain is testing customer demand for cryptocurrency options, especially among its younger clientele.

Shake Shack Offering Bitcoin Rewards for Customers Using Block’s Cash App

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 04. 14:24

Shake Shack Offering Bitcoin Rewards for Customers Using Block’s Cash App The burger chain is testing customer demand for cryptocurrency options, especially among its younger clientele.

Algorand Upgrade Set to Allow for Easy Creation of Complex Dapps

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 04. 13:45

Algorand Upgrade Set to Allow for Easy Creation of Complex Dapps The upgrade will, in the future, allow Algorand-based products to run in low-power environments like mobile phones and smartwatches as well as on other blockchains.

US Jobs Up 678K in February, More Than Expected, Adding to Price Pressures

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 04. 13:42

US Jobs Up 678K in February, More Than Expected, Adding to Price Pressures Bitcoin traders were monitoring the report since the Federal Reserve's efforts to slow inflation appear to be putting downward pressure on the cryptocurrency's prices.

First Mover Americas: Number of Bitcoin Held by Funds Hits Record High

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 04. 13:15

First Mover Americas: Number of Bitcoin Held by Funds Hits Record High Bitcoin was trading flat to negative even as the European stocks and the S&P 500 futures got a slight tailwind.

Coinbase Says Crypto Markets Resilient After Russian Invasion of Ukraine

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 04. 12:09

Coinbase Says Crypto Markets Resilient After Russian Invasion of Ukraine The crypto exchange said a more convincing recovery is possible once investors have more clarity on the Fed’s plans,

Diagonal Raises $2.5M for Web 3 Subscription Payments

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 04. 12:00

Diagonal Raises $2.5M for Web 3 Subscription Payments The project aims to create an all-in-one tool for merchants and creators to collect payments on Ethereum.

Manchester City Soccer Club Signs Deal With Crypto Exchange OKX

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 04. 11:06

Manchester City Soccer Club Signs Deal With Crypto Exchange OKX English Premier League champions Manchester City signed a multi-year partnership deal with cryptocurrency exchange OKX.

Bitcoin Slips Under $42K While Active Supply Reaches Yearly High

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 04. 10:35

Bitcoin Slips Under $42K While Active Supply Reaches Yearly High The cryptocurrency slid on Friday to around $41,000, while some analysts say geopolitical tensions could fuel a run to over $50,000.

Bitcoin Drops for Third Straight Day as Dollar Hits 21-Month High, US Wages Eyed

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 04. 08:58

Bitcoin Drops for Third Straight Day as Dollar Hits 21-Month High, US Wages Eyed A continued uptick in wages would imply more inflation and strengthen the case for rate hikes by the Fed.

Venezuela Pegs Minimum Wages to National Cryptocurrency: Report

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 04. 06:54

Venezuela Pegs Minimum Wages to National Cryptocurrency: Report The venezuelan national cryptocurrency is based on the DASH blockchain, and has many characteristics of a CBDC.

Crypto Industry’s Sanctions Woes on Full Display in MetaMask’s Venezuela Hiccup

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 04. 03:12

Crypto Industry’s Sanctions Woes on Full Display in MetaMask’s Venezuela Hiccup MetaMask and Infura raised Crypto Twitter’s ire after accidentally blocking some users from its service to comply with new U.S. sanctions.

Lemniscap, Jump Crypto Lead $4M Bet on GameFi Firm metaENGINE

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 04. 01:30

Lemniscap, Jump Crypto Lead $4M Bet on GameFi Firm metaENGINE The metaverse publishing platform is looking to attract developers with a slate of Web 3 gaming tools.

First Mover Asia: China to Widen Test of Digital Yuan as Russia Invasion Spotlights Crypto’s Potential Role; Cryptos Decline

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 03. 23:48

First Mover Asia: China to Widen Test of Digital Yuan as Russia Invasion Spotlights Crypto’s Potential Role; Cryptos Decline The country is close to approving trials of the central bank digital currency in a number of cities and regions; bitcoin and ether drop as risk-on appetite fades.

Paradigm Among Investors as Praxis Raises $15M in Series A Funding Round

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 03. 23:32

Paradigm Among Investors as Praxis Raises $15M in Series A Funding Round Other investors include Sam Bankman Fried's Alameda Research and Three Arrows Capital.

Praxis Raises $15M in Series A Funding Round

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 03. 23:32

Praxis Raises $15M in Series A Funding Round Other investors include Sam Bankman Fried's Alameda Research and Three Arrows Capital.

Genesis Digital Plans a 100% Clean Energy Mining Center in Sweden

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 03. 23:29

Genesis Digital Plans a 100% Clean Energy Mining Center in Sweden The new facility will be powered by a mix of hydro, nuclear and wind energy sources.

Genesis Digital Assets Plans a 100% Clean Energy Mining Center in Sweden

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 03. 23:29

Genesis Digital Assets Plans a 100% Clean Energy Mining Center in Sweden The new facility will be powered by a mix of hydro, nuclear and wind energy sources.

Genesis Digital Assets Plans 100% Clean Energy Mining Center in Sweden

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 03. 23:29

Genesis Digital Assets Plans 100% Clean Energy Mining Center in Sweden The new facility will be powered by a mix of hydro, nuclear and wind energy sources.

ArDrive Raises $17M to Make Arweave’s Data Storage Blockchain More Usable

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 03. 22:42

ArDrive Raises $17M to Make Arweave’s Data Storage Blockchain More Usable The file storage app wants “AR.IO” to host a network of decentralized access points for the Arweave permaweb.

Why Charles Schwab Is Prepping Its First Crypto Product

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 03. 22:05

Why Charles Schwab Is Prepping Its First Crypto Product The financial services giant follows BlackRock, Fidelity and other big-name firms that capitulated on digital assets.

Market Wrap: Bitcoin Drifts Lower, Although Analysts Expect Bearish Sentiment to Fade

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 03. 21:18

Market Wrap: Bitcoin Drifts Lower, Although Analysts Expect Bearish Sentiment to Fade Bitcoin (BTC) and other cryptos traded lower on Thursday as geopolitical risks linger. Still, some analysts remain optimistic over the long-term. Ether (ETH) is losing ground relative to bitcoin (BTC), which typically occurs in a down market.

‘Crack Down’ on Crypto? Maybe, but You Can’t Ban Math

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 03. 21:12

‘Crack Down’ on Crypto? Maybe, but You Can’t Ban Math Governments can and should regulate on-ramps such as crypto exchanges, but outlawing code would be unconstitutional and ultimately futile.

Bitcoin Analysts Ponder Impact as Oil at Highest Price Since 2008

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 03. 20:09

Bitcoin Analysts Ponder Impact as Oil at Highest Price Since 2008 Here's what the latest surge in energy prices might mean for the bitcoin market, as the Russia-Ukraine conflict sends crude oil over $115 a barrel.

Bitcoin Takes a Breather; Support at $37K-$40K

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 03. 20:00

Bitcoin Takes a Breather; Support at $37K-$40K Bitcoin (BTC) extended its pullback, although nearby support at $40K could stabilize the down move. Stronger support is seen at the $37K breakout level, which buyers will need to maintain in order to sustain the price recovery.

Central Bank of Brazil Selects 9 Partners to Assist in Creation of a CBDC

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 03. 19:39

Central Bank of Brazil Selects 9 Partners to Assist in Creation of a CBDC The initiative seeks to evaluate use cases for a Digital Real and its technological feasibility, according to Brazil's monetary authority.

Central Bank of Brazil Selects Partners to Assist With CBDC

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 03. 19:39

Central Bank of Brazil Selects Partners to Assist With CBDC The initiative seeks to evaluate use cases for a Digital Real and its technological feasibility, according to Brazil's monetary authority.

Bitcoin: ruptura de la nube de Ichimoku permitiría continuación de tendencia alcista

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 03. 18:56

Bitcoin: ruptura de la nube de Ichimoku permitiría continuación de tendencia alcista Mientras que este fenómeno apunta a más ganancias por delante, el aumento del riesgo geopolítico requiere un stop loss estricto en todas las posiciones de criptomonedas, dijo un observador.

A16z Investing $70M In Ethereum Staking Provider Lido Finance

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 03. 18:51

A16z Investing $70M In Ethereum Staking Provider Lido Finance The firm also used Lido to stake a portion of a16z Crypto’s ether holdings on the Beacon chain.

OpenSea Bars Iranian Users as US Sanctions Talk Ramps Up

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 03. 17:59

OpenSea Bars Iranian Users as US Sanctions Talk Ramps Up OpenSea users with Iran-based IP addresses are claiming their accounts were terminated on Thursday, in what is developing into a larger discussion about international sanctions and popular Web 3 platforms.

Swiss City of Lugano to Make Bitcoin and Tether 'De Facto' Legal Tender

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 03. 17:43

Swiss City of Lugano to Make Bitcoin and Tether 'De Facto' Legal Tender The announcement was made this afternoon at Lugano's Plan B event.

MetaMask, Infura Block ‘Certain Areas’ Amid Crypto Sanctions Fury

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 03. 17:37

MetaMask, Infura Block ‘Certain Areas’ Amid Crypto Sanctions Fury The two pillars of the Ethereum ecosystem did not say which areas were under blockade.

Notifi Is Latest Startup Trying to Crack Web 3’s Push Notification Problem

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 03. 17:00

Notifi Is Latest Startup Trying to Crack Web 3’s Push Notification Problem “We want to make sure that you – a degen in DeFi – monitor, manage and operate your positions,” said CEO Paul Kim.

Avalanche Users Can Now Buy Polygon or BSC Assets in a Single Transaction

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 03. 16:45

Avalanche Users Can Now Buy Polygon or BSC Assets in a Single Transaction Cross-chain messaging protocol Router Protocol added support for Avalanche’s C-Chain, allowing users to conduct transactions across various networks.

Bitcoin Miner Mawson to Expand U.S. Mining Facility Capability to 7.5 EH/s

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 03. 16:24

Bitcoin Miner Mawson to Expand U.S. Mining Facility Capability to 7.5 EH/s The facility in Sandersville, Georgia, will mainly use nuclear and hydro energy sources.

Pantera Capital Leads $10M Investment in NFT Infrastructure Startup Rarify

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 03. 16:00

Pantera Capital Leads $10M Investment in NFT Infrastructure Startup Rarify Rarify helps companies natively integrate non-fungible tokens into their platforms.

Bitcoin Miner GEM Increases Hashrate by 23%; Bitcoin Production Falls

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 03. 15:52

Bitcoin Miner GEM Increases Hashrate by 23%; Bitcoin Production Falls The privately held miner’s monthly revenue fell in February.

Anchor Protocol’s ANC Rallies 23% – Here’s Why

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 03. 15:03

Anchor Protocol’s ANC Rallies 23% – Here’s Why One analyst said that the rally is due to a combination of ANC offering high annual percentage yield and talks of new tokenomics.

First Mover Americas: Fed Hikes Could Drive Bitcoin Adoption in Emerging Markets

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 03. 14:33

First Mover Americas: Fed Hikes Could Drive Bitcoin Adoption in Emerging Markets Bitcoin was trading flat to negative even as the European stocks and the S&P 500 futures got a slight tailwind.

Bitcoin Mining Rig Maker Canaan Surges After Strong Results and Guidance

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 03. 14:19

Bitcoin Mining Rig Maker Canaan Surges After Strong Results and Guidance The combination of an expanding customer base and higher average selling price drove the better-than-expected quarter.

Foundry Digital Joins Crypto Lobbying Group Blockchain Association

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 03. 14:00

Foundry Digital Joins Crypto Lobbying Group Blockchain Association The company joins the lobbying group as policymakers consider regulations for the crypto industry.

UK FCA Opened Over 300 Crypto-Related Cases in 6 Months of 2021

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 03. 13:54

UK FCA Opened Over 300 Crypto-Related Cases in 6 Months of 2021 The FCA has 50 live investigations into businesses that have not registered with the authority.

If Crypto Belongs in Retirement Accounts, Where Are the Assets?

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 03. 13:50

If Crypto Belongs in Retirement Accounts, Where Are the Assets? So far, there are only a handful of ways to invest in crypto via retirement accounts – most notably via a self-directed IRA. But fintech firms are making it drastically easier to open and fund a self-directed crypto IRA, and they’re turning their attention to financial advisors.

Why NFT Profile Pics Matter to Investors – and Regulators

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 03. 13:50

Why NFT Profile Pics Matter to Investors – and Regulators NFT profile pictures, or PFPs, on social media signal ownership, membership status, and belonging – but when profit enters the equation, lawyers and regulators have questions.

Ukraine Government Cancels Airdrop Ahead of Scheduled Snapshot

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 03. 12:06

Ukraine Government Cancels Airdrop Ahead of Scheduled Snapshot The minister of digital transformation announced the cancellation on his Twitter account.

Crypto Investment Platform Zignaly Secures Up to $50M in Financing Deal

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 03. 12:00

Crypto Investment Platform Zignaly Secures Up to $50M in Financing Deal The backing comes from Luxembourg-based GEM, a $3.4 billion alternative investment group.

‘Peaceful World’ Token May Be Spoofing Ukraine’s Airdrop

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 03. 09:51

‘Peaceful World’ Token May Be Spoofing Ukraine’s Airdrop The WORLD tokens sent by Ukraine’s crypto addresses might be a spoof ahead of the country’s official airdrop, blockchain analysts say.

‘Peaceful World’ Token Spoofs Traders Ahead of Now-Canceled Ukraine Airdrop

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 03. 09:51

‘Peaceful World’ Token Spoofs Traders Ahead of Now-Canceled Ukraine Airdrop The WORLD tokens spotted earlier on Etherscan were a spoof of the country's now-canceled airdrop.

Ukraine Begins Airdrop of WORLD Tokens on Ethereum

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 03. 09:08

Ukraine Begins Airdrop of WORLD Tokens on Ethereum PEACE will be distributed to crypto users who made donations to the Ukrainian war charity.

Apparent Ukraine WORLD Airdrop Might Be Spoof

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 03. 09:08

Apparent Ukraine WORLD Airdrop Might Be Spoof PEACE will be distributed to crypto users who made donations to the Ukrainian war charity.

Bitcoin's 'Ichimoku Cloud' Breakout Could Lead to Continued Uptrend

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 03. 07:52

Bitcoin's 'Ichimoku Cloud' Breakout Could Lead to Continued Uptrend While bitcoin's cloud breakout points to more gains ahead, heightened geopolitical risk calls for tight stop loss on all crypto positions, one observer said.

Could This 'Peaceful World' Token Be Ukraine’s Secret Airdrop?

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 03. 07:48

Could This 'Peaceful World' Token Be Ukraine’s Secret Airdrop? Data from Etherscan shows the official Ukraine Crypto Donation wallet is testing airdrops and seeding a Uniswap liquidity pool with the newly created token.

Could This 'Peaceful World' Token Be Ukraine's Secret Airdrop?

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 03. 07:48

Could This 'Peaceful World' Token Be Ukraine's Secret Airdrop? Data from Etherscan shows the official Ukraine Crypto Donation wallet is testing airdrops and seeding a Uniswap liquidity pool with the newly created token.

No, the 'Peaceful World' Token Is Not Ukraine's Secret Airdrop

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 03. 07:48

No, the 'Peaceful World' Token Is Not Ukraine's Secret Airdrop Data from Etherscan appeared to show Ukraine's official crypto donation wallet was testing airdrops and seeding a Uniswap liquidity pool. It was not the real thing.

Stolen ‘Smol Brains’ NFTs Returned to Users Hours After Treasure Exploit

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 03. 07:16

Stolen ‘Smol Brains’ NFTs Returned to Users Hours After Treasure Exploit Prices of TreasureDAO’s native MAGIC token recovered after falling some 40% in early Asian hours following positive developments.

Ukraine's Airdrop Tease Spurs Influx of Microdonations

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 03. 00:30

Ukraine's Airdrop Tease Spurs Influx of Microdonations Thousands of small donations ranging from 0.0001 to 0.01 ETH are flooding the Ethereum blockchain

First Mover Asia: India Commodity Price Increase Stemming From Russia Invasion Could Hurt Crypto Investment

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 02. 23:32

First Mover Asia: India Commodity Price Increase Stemming From Russia Invasion Could Hurt Crypto Investment An increase in commodity prices could eat into India investors’ skyrocketing appetite for cryptocurrencies.

First Mover Asia: India Commodity Price Increase Stemming From Russia Invasion Could Hurt Crypto Investment; Bitcoin Loses Momentum

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 02. 23:32

First Mover Asia: India Commodity Price Increase Stemming From Russia Invasion Could Hurt Crypto Investment; Bitcoin Loses Momentum An increase in commodity prices could eat into India investors’ skyrocketing appetite for cryptocurrencies.

SEC Probing NFT Market: Report

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 02. 23:04

SEC Probing NFT Market: Report At issue is whether certain tokens should be considered securities and thus regulated.

ConsenSys AG Shareholders File for Independent Audit of MetaMask, Infura Transaction

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 02. 21:58

ConsenSys AG Shareholders File for Independent Audit of MetaMask, Infura Transaction Shareholders are claiming they were jilted in an asset transfer involving JPMorgan.

Market Wrap: Cryptocurrencies Pull Back Amid Inflation and Geopolitical Risk

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 02. 21:27

Market Wrap: Cryptocurrencies Pull Back Amid Inflation and Geopolitical Risk Bitcoin (BTC) and other cryptos pulled back on Wednesday as investor concerns about geopolitical tensions and inflation linger. The surge in commodity prices could lead to slower economic growth and greater market volatility. Still, some analysts point to greater buying power as a potential source of BTC demand.

Snoop Dogg's NFT Mixtape Invites Remixes. Does It Authorize Them?

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 02. 20:34

Snoop Dogg's NFT Mixtape Invites Remixes. Does It Authorize Them? Also, the songs themselves are about NFTs.

Polymer’s $3.6M in Seed Funding Says IBC Is the Future of Crypto

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 02. 19:11

Polymer’s $3.6M in Seed Funding Says IBC Is the Future of Crypto The team plans to make blockchains like Ethereum and Solana more easily compatible with chains built using Cosmos’ Inter-Blockchain Communication protocol.

Bitcoiners Were Right: Weaponized Finance Just Created a Post-Dollar Planet

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 02. 19:10

Bitcoiners Were Right: Weaponized Finance Just Created a Post-Dollar Planet Sanctioning Russia is vital in defense of a peaceful world. But it's also exposing the big lie at the heart of the financial status quo.

Lawmakers Raise Alarm on Crypto for Sanctions Evasion as Experts Cast Doubt

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 02. 19:01

Lawmakers Raise Alarm on Crypto for Sanctions Evasion as Experts Cast Doubt U.S. Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), Sherrod Brown (D-Ohio), Mark Warner (D-Va.) and Jack Reed (D-R.I.) and New York Governor Kathy Hochul addressed this concern in separate public statements Wednesday. The senators asked Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen what steps her department would take to mitigate any such usage, while Hochul announced that the New York Department of Financial Services (NYDFS) would accelerate its efforts to contract crypto analytics tools.

Bitcoin Fades From Resistance; Support at $40K

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 02. 18:53

Bitcoin Fades From Resistance; Support at $40K Bitcoin (BTC) struggled to break above the $44K resistance level, although lower support at $40K could stabilize the current pullback. Stronger resistance is seen at $46K, although downside momentum could continue into the Asia trading day.

'The People's Network' Is Growing Fast, but Would-Be Miners Are Getting Left Behind

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 02. 18:37

'The People's Network' Is Growing Fast, but Would-Be Miners Are Getting Left Behind The Helium Network – a decentralized telecommunications network powered by crypto – is growing fast, but not everyone has been able to participate in the financial upside.

Digital Currency Group Authorizes $250M Buyback for Its Grayscale Trusts

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 02. 17:42

Digital Currency Group Authorizes $250M Buyback for Its Grayscale Trusts Included is the Grayscale Bitcoin Trust which continues to trade at a notable discount to its net asset value.

Aaron Lammer’s Advice for Making It in Crypto: Just Do Something

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 02. 17:30

Aaron Lammer’s Advice for Making It in Crypto: Just Do Something After writing songs for Drake and the Kardashians and hosting a podcast about QuadrigaCX, Aaron Lammer joined quant trading firm Radkl. It’s not as big a stretch as you might think.

Ukraine Expands Crypto Donations to Accept Dogecoin

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 02. 17:03

Ukraine Expands Crypto Donations to Accept Dogecoin The dog-themed memecoin joins bitcoin, ether, Tether's USDT, solana and Polkadot's DOT as cryptocurrencies currently accepted by Ukraine.

Ukrainian Flag NFT Raises $6.75M for Country’s War Efforts

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 02. 16:34

Ukrainian Flag NFT Raises $6.75M for Country’s War Efforts The UkraineDAO-organized sale is the largest NFT-based crypto contribution to the Ukrainian people to date.

Ucrania confirma un airdrop tras recibir $33 millones en donaciones mediante cripto

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 02. 16:32

Ucrania confirma un airdrop tras recibir $33 millones en donaciones mediante cripto Es la primera vez que un país realizará un "airdrop" para recibir donaciones.

Bitcoin Climbs to $45K Early Wednesday Before Quickly Retreating

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 02. 16:31

Bitcoin Climbs to $45K Early Wednesday Before Quickly Retreating The crypto briefly touched a three-week high amid continued escalation in Ukraine, and as Fed Chairman Jay Powell promised a rate hike later this month.

IMA Financial Plans to Start Selling NFT Insurance in Decentraland

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 02. 16:00

IMA Financial Plans to Start Selling NFT Insurance in Decentraland The top-10 U.S. insurance broker is opening its “Web3Labs” R&D facility in the metaverse.

Fed Chair Powell: 'War Underscores Need' for Crypto Regulation

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 02. 15:56

Fed Chair Powell: 'War Underscores Need' for Crypto Regulation “[The Ukraine-Russia conflict] underscored the need for congressional action on digital finance including crypto currency,” Fed Chair Jerome Powell said in Congressional testimony on Wednesday.

Federal Reserve Chairman Powell Sees Rate Hike This Month as 'Appropriate'

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 02. 15:27

Federal Reserve Chairman Powell Sees Rate Hike This Month as 'Appropriate' The Fed chair said that wages are rising at the fastest pace in many years and that price increases are spreading to a broader range of goods and services.

Animoca Brands Will Stop Offering Services to Russian Users: Report

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 02. 14:13

Animoca Brands Will Stop Offering Services to Russian Users: Report The Hong Kong gaming giant has received legal advice to impose restrictions, the chairman and co-founder said.

Hedge Fund Giant Alan Howard Backs $7.5M Round for ‘Financial NFTs’ Project

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 02. 14:13

Hedge Fund Giant Alan Howard Backs $7.5M Round for ‘Financial NFTs’ Project Nested’s social trading platform allows investors to earn royalties on their crypto portfolios by representing them as NFTs.

Dialect Raises $4.1M to Bring ‘Smart Messaging’ to Solana

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 02. 14:00

Dialect Raises $4.1M to Bring ‘Smart Messaging’ to Solana The project wants Solana-based DeFi apps to have actionable alerts and wallet-to-wallet chat.

First Mover Americas: Record Low Bitcoin Futures Premium on Binance Signals Capitulation, BITO Sees Inflows

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 02. 13:45

First Mover Americas: Record Low Bitcoin Futures Premium on Binance Signals Capitulation, BITO Sees Inflows Bitcoin was trading flat to negative even as the European stocks and the S&P 500 futures got a slight tailwind.

Crypto Miner Hut 8 Teams Up With Enthusiast Gaming for Multi-Year Partnership

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 02. 13:22

Crypto Miner Hut 8 Teams Up With Enthusiast Gaming for Multi-Year Partnership The deal will enable Hut 8 to reach Enthusiast Gaming’s 300 million-strong audience and provide data center hosting.

Payments Giant FIS Worldpay Joins Shyft’s Crypto Compliance Network

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 02. 13:00

Payments Giant FIS Worldpay Joins Shyft’s Crypto Compliance Network It’s the second large, non-crypto firm to join Shyft, following law firm DLA Piper last month.

Top Russian Bank Quits Europe, Citing Sanctions: Report

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 02. 12:55

Top Russian Bank Quits Europe, Citing Sanctions: Report Sberbank, one of Russia's largest state-controlled banks, is dropping out of almost all European markets citing Western sanctions.

What Tokenization Could Do for Ethereum Scaling Solutions

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 02. 12:30

What Tokenization Could Do for Ethereum Scaling Solutions How adding a native token to Ethereum's layer 2s could give the ecosystem an upper hand.

EU Excludes 7 Russian Banks from SWIFT

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 02. 11:39

EU Excludes 7 Russian Banks from SWIFT The European Commission is also studying whether crypto is being used to circumnavigate Russian sanctions.

Ukraine Receives Over $7M in Crypto Donations After Airdrop Announcement

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 02. 10:20

Ukraine Receives Over $7M in Crypto Donations After Airdrop Announcement It is currently unknown what the airdrop entails, although Ukraine’s tax office announced there will be no tax on captured Russian tanks.

UK Regulator Bans Floki Inu Ads as 'Irresponsible'

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 02. 09:28

UK Regulator Bans Floki Inu Ads as 'Irresponsible' The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) determined that ads for a meme-based cryptocurrency named after Elon Musk's shiba inu dog that appeared on London's transport network last year are "irresponsible."

Crypto Market Cap Pushes Past $2T as Major Cryptos Surge

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 02. 08:32

Crypto Market Cap Pushes Past $2T as Major Cryptos Surge Bitcoin’s recent rally to nearly $45K has pushed crypto’s market cap back up past $2 Trillion.

Terra’s LUNA Passes Ether to Become Second-Largest Staked Asset

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 02. 07:36

Terra’s LUNA Passes Ether to Become Second-Largest Staked Asset Some $30 billion worth of the tokens are staked by users to earn yields of nearly 7%.

Ukraine Says 'Airdrop Confirmed’ After Receiving $33M Crypto Donations

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 02. 07:31

Ukraine Says 'Airdrop Confirmed’ After Receiving $33M Crypto Donations It’s the first time a country will conduct an “airdrop” for donations.

Ukraine Says 'Airdrop Confirmed’ After Receiving $33M in Crypto Donations

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 02. 07:31

Ukraine Says 'Airdrop Confirmed’ After Receiving $33M in Crypto Donations It’s the first time a country will conduct an “airdrop” for donations.

Vote to Remove Brantly Millegan From ENS Foundation Likely to Fail

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 02. 07:06

Vote to Remove Brantly Millegan From ENS Foundation Likely to Fail Millegan was previously removed as a steward of the DAO behind Ethereum Names Service, and the Singapore-based True Names Foundation.

Putin Is Temporarily Banning Foreigners From Pulling Money Out of Russia

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 02. 04:18

Putin Is Temporarily Banning Foreigners From Pulling Money Out of Russia The ban will reportedly go into effect on Wednesday.

CryptoPunk NFT Is Latest Donation to Ukraine’s $33M Campaign

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 02. 04:14

CryptoPunk NFT Is Latest Donation to Ukraine’s $33M Campaign The rare NFT could be worth $200,000 according to some estimates.

How to Make Blockchain a New Kind of Economic Engine

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 02. 02:56

How to Make Blockchain a New Kind of Economic Engine The blockchain where the future of finance will be built has zero downtime, zero forking, complete finality, and a community of active developers.

First Mover Asia: China’s Potential SWIFT Competitor CIPS Lacks Reach; Bitcoin, Ether Rise Again

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 02. 00:12

First Mover Asia: China’s Potential SWIFT Competitor CIPS Lacks Reach; Bitcoin, Ether Rise Again The Cross-Border Interbank Payment System has just 75 members and processes only a fraction of the transactions that SWIFT handles; most major cryptos jump even as the Russian invasion intensifies.

First Mover Asia: China’s Potential SWIFT Competitor CIPS Won't Help Russia Much; Bitcoin, Ether Rise Again

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 02. 00:12

First Mover Asia: China’s Potential SWIFT Competitor CIPS Won't Help Russia Much; Bitcoin, Ether Rise Again The Cross-Border Interbank Payment System has just 75 members and processes only a fraction of the transactions that SWIFT handles; most major cryptos jump even as the Russian invasion intensifies.

First Mover Asia: China’s Potential SWIFT Competitor CIPS Lacks Reach; Bitcoin, Ether Rise Again

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 01. 23:40

First Mover Asia: China’s Potential SWIFT Competitor CIPS Lacks Reach; Bitcoin, Ether Rise Again The Cross-Border Interbank Payment System has just 75 members and processes only a fraction of the transactions that SWIFT handles; most major cryptos jump even as the Russian invasion intensifies.

NFT Artist Pplpleasr’s New Project ‘Shibuya’ Brings Long-Form Animation to Web 3

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 01. 22:31

NFT Artist Pplpleasr’s New Project ‘Shibuya’ Brings Long-Form Animation to Web 3 It’s Kickstarter meets Netflix, but on the blockchain. The pilot episode for Shibuya’s inaugural “White Rabbit” series drops on Wednesday.

Ukraine Adds to Fed Chair's List of Worries Before His Congressional Testimony

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 01. 21:56

Ukraine Adds to Fed Chair's List of Worries Before His Congressional Testimony Jerome Powell is facing questions from lawmakers on Wednesday and Thursday for his semiannual monetary policy update to U.S. lawmakers.

At Least $14M Out of $26M in Donated Crypto to Ukraine Already Disbursed

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 01. 21:53

At Least $14M Out of $26M in Donated Crypto to Ukraine Already Disbursed The founder of the Kuna crypto exchange behind the government's crypto fundraising said the money is spent "efficiently," on CoinDesk TV.

Marathon Digital’s Q4 Revenue Rises 17% From Q3, but Misses Estimates Slightly

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 01. 21:51

Marathon Digital’s Q4 Revenue Rises 17% From Q3, but Misses Estimates Slightly Mined bitcoin in Q4 fell about 12% from the previous quarter, but rose more than 600% year-over-year.

Market Wrap: Bitcoin Decouples From Stocks Ahead of Seasonally Weak March

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 01. 21:26

Market Wrap: Bitcoin Decouples From Stocks Ahead of Seasonally Weak March Bitcoin (BTC) could face a difficult March, according to historical data. Analysts expect macro and geopolitical risks to linger, which could keep volatility elevated. Downside appears limited, however, as the probability of positive returns rises over the next few months.

Why Crypto Networks Should Preserve Russian Propaganda

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 01. 21:10

Why Crypto Networks Should Preserve Russian Propaganda  The internet is the information war’s venue.

Florida Judge Denies Kleiman Estate’s Request for New Trial Against Craig Wright

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 01. 20:54

Florida Judge Denies Kleiman Estate’s Request for New Trial Against Craig Wright Lawyers for Ira Kleiman asked for a do-over in January, claiming Wright’s attorneys violated a court order to keep quiet about Kleiman’s fraught relationship with his brother, Dave.

Bitcoin HODLers Unfazed by Macro and Geopolitical Risks

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 01. 20:48

Bitcoin HODLers Unfazed by Macro and Geopolitical Risks Blockchain data shows that few bitcoin traders are cutting bait as markets react to Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

'Absolutely Surreal': Inside a Fund Raising Millions in Crypto for Besieged Ukraine

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 01. 20:18

'Absolutely Surreal': Inside a Fund Raising Millions in Crypto for Besieged Ukraine The Unchain fund has raised $1.8 million and plans to launch a DAO this week, even as team members live with sirens, explosions and artillery barrage following the Russian invasion.

Crypto Exchange-Traded Products Are Blossoming in Europe

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 01. 19:57

Crypto Exchange-Traded Products Are Blossoming in Europe Europe is seeing an increase in the number of issuers launching crypto ETPs as more investors are doing due diligence and choosing to invest in crypto.

Bitcoin Extends Rally After Biggest Gain in Year

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 01. 19:16

Bitcoin Extends Rally After Biggest Gain in Year The largest cryptocurrency was higher after jumping 14% on Monday, the biggest gain since February 2021. So far the price has stopped just shy of $45,000.

Bitcoin Bounce Stalls, Resistance Between $44K and $46K

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 01. 18:59

Bitcoin Bounce Stalls, Resistance Between $44K and $46K Bitcoin (BTC) is struggling to break through the $44K-$46K resistance zone. Indicators show bitcoin is overbought on intraday charts, which could trigger a brief pullback. The loss of downside momentum points to a potential trend shift upward.

Russian Sanctions May Test Crypto's Proposition

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 01. 18:57

Russian Sanctions May Test Crypto's Proposition A coalition of countries including the U.S. and European Union want to freeze the Russian central bank’s international reserves and lock (some) Russian banks out of the global financial system.

Samson Mow Exits Blockstream to Focus on Nation-State Bitcoin Adoption

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 01. 18:28

Samson Mow Exits Blockstream to Focus on Nation-State Bitcoin Adoption With Infinite Fleet close to the beta stage, Mow said he will also divert more attention to his gaming company Pixelmatic.

Bitcoin Miner Mawson Signs 100MW Hosting and Debt Deal With Celsius Mining

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 01. 16:37

Bitcoin Miner Mawson Signs 100MW Hosting and Debt Deal With Celsius Mining Mawson will also receive a $20 million loan from Celsius Mining.

Former Citigroup Executive Joins Provenance Blockchain as CEO

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 01. 15:30

Former Citigroup Executive Joins Provenance Blockchain as CEO The Provenance Blockchain Foundation has appointed Morgan McKenney, a former Citi executive of well over a decade's experience, as its new CEO.

CME Group to Offer Micro Crypto Options After Introducing Futures

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 01. 15:27

CME Group to Offer Micro Crypto Options After Introducing Futures CME wants to start trading options on micro bitcoin and ether futures by the end of the month.

Nvidia Hackers Are Selling Software to Bypass Ethereum Hashrate Limiter

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 01. 15:14

Nvidia Hackers Are Selling Software to Bypass Ethereum Hashrate Limiter LAPSUS$ said it’s selling a customized driver that could help miners get around the hash rate limiter installed on Nvidia’s high-end gaming cards.

Electric Capital Raises $1B for 2 New Crypto VC Funds

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 01. 15:00

Electric Capital Raises $1B for 2 New Crypto VC Funds Long-term investing and public goods will be a focus for the two new funds from what had been a smaller player in the world of crypto VC.

Crypto Firm Knox Joins Forces With Canadian Qualified Custodian Tetra Trust

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 01. 14:00

Crypto Firm Knox Joins Forces With Canadian Qualified Custodian Tetra Trust Tetra will acquire some elements of Knox’s business.

Here’s Why Crypto Custodian Anchorage Joined an Alternative Investment Association

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 01. 14:00

Here’s Why Crypto Custodian Anchorage Joined an Alternative Investment Association Anchorage helped write the first crypto custody report for the Alternative Investment Management Association – a potential gateway to hedge fund clients.

First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Nears $45K on Increased Demand From Ukraine and Russia

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 01. 13:40

First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Nears $45K on Increased Demand From Ukraine and Russia Bitcoin was trading flat to negative even as the European stocks and the S&P 500 futures got a slight tailwind.

Ukraine's Defense Ministry Decides Where Crypto Funds Are Spent

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 01. 13:08

Ukraine's Defense Ministry Decides Where Crypto Funds Are Spent The government's crypto fund has received cryptocurrency worth $16.8 million and spent $14 million.

Shift4 Buys Crypto Donation Firm The Giving Block for Up to $300M

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 01. 12:53

Shift4 Buys Crypto Donation Firm The Giving Block for Up to $300M The deal is for an up-front payment of $54 million and potential payment of up to $246 million.

DeFi Platform Thetanuts Finance Raises $18M Seed Funding to Fuel Growth

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 01. 12:15

DeFi Platform Thetanuts Finance Raises $18M Seed Funding to Fuel Growth The funding round was led by Three Arrows Capital, Deribit, QCP Capital and Jump Crypto.

S&P 500 Conflict History Points to Short-Term Bitcoin Bounce, Sell-Off in H2: QCP

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 01. 11:38

S&P 500 Conflict History Points to Short-Term Bitcoin Bounce, Sell-Off in H2: QCP The macroeconomic situation appears analogous to conditions during the 2001 Afghan war, when a post-invasion rally in the S&P 500 paved the way for a deeper slide.

FC Barcelona Plans to Create Its Own Cryptocurrency: Report

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 01. 11:34

FC Barcelona Plans to Create Its Own Cryptocurrency: Report Spanish soccer giant FC Barcelona wants to create its own cryptocurrency, its president has said, according to a report by ESPN.

Cryptos Retain Gains as Ukraine Security Crisis Continues to Deteriorate

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 01. 09:38

Cryptos Retain Gains as Ukraine Security Crisis Continues to Deteriorate Talks between the two sides appear to have led nowhere.

Ukraine Lawyer Says Country Has Received Numerous Russian Wallet Addresses for Crypto 'Blacklist'

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 01. 09:35

Ukraine Lawyer Says Country Has Received Numerous Russian Wallet Addresses for Crypto 'Blacklist' Ukraine also promised a reward for the information, but the exact amount will depend on how much is used for the military resistance.

One THETA Trader Lost $11M to Liquidations as Prices Jumped 18%

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 01. 09:31

One THETA Trader Lost $11M to Liquidations as Prices Jumped 18% A trader of futures tracking the Theta Network token took one of the largest losses in crypto as the market recovered in the past 24 hours.

BitConnect Founder Indicted in $2.4B Ponzi Scheme Has Disappeared

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 01. 08:20

BitConnect Founder Indicted in $2.4B Ponzi Scheme Has Disappeared Attorneys said efforts to locate the convicted founder could remain unfruitful.

Why Crypto Terminology Is Outdated

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 01. 07:46

Why Crypto Terminology Is Outdated Even cryptocurrency and blockchain have a far wider meaning than they did just a few years ago.

Ukraine Opens Polkadot Wallet for War Fundraising; Founder Wood Donates $5M in DOT

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 01. 07:26

Ukraine Opens Polkadot Wallet for War Fundraising; Founder Wood Donates $5M in DOT The country opened a DOT wallet after Polkadot founder Gavin Wood pledged to donate $5 million. He sent the transaction Tuesday.

Terra’s LUNA Jumps 24% as Bitcoin Breaks $44K

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 01. 06:03

Terra’s LUNA Jumps 24% as Bitcoin Breaks $44K Tokens of the decentralized money market surged the most amid a broader run in the crypto market.

African Crypto Exchange VALR Raises $50M in Series B Led by Pantera Capital

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 01. 05:00

African Crypto Exchange VALR Raises $50M in Series B Led by Pantera Capital Alameda Research and Coinbase Ventures were also investors in the round, which valued the company at $240 million.

SOL, ETH Rise With Bitcoin as War Continues After Russia, Ukraine Hold Peace Talks

CoinDesk

2022. Mar. 01. 04:21

SOL, ETH Rise With Bitcoin as War Continues After Russia, Ukraine Hold Peace Talks Solana, ethereum, and many layer-1 tokens follow Bitcoin's lead in market recovery.