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December AugustAzuki Is Rebuilding After Its Elementals Mint Mishap
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2023. Jun. 30. 21:55
Azuki’s latest expansion of its NFT ecosystem missed the mark, while Candy Digital and Palm NFT are merging together to create a superpowered NFT production studio. Also, Warner Music Group and Polygon are launching a blockchain music accelerator program. Court Orders Kraken to Turn Over History Transaction and Account Information to IRS
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2023. Jun. 30. 21:29
A federal court ordered crypto exchange Kraken to turn over account and transaction information to the IRS, which said it needed that information to see if any of the exchange's users had underreported their taxes. Harry Styles Concert App Takes Fans in More Than One Direction With Blockchain Rewards
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2023. Jun. 30. 21:14
At a recent concert, 5,000 of the pop star’s fans opened digital wallets through the EVNTZ app, paving the way for future blockchain-based rewards. Coinbase Will Be Fidelity's Surveillance Partner for Bitcoin ETF, Refiled Application Says
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2023. Jun. 30. 20:39
Cboe's BZX Exchange named crypto exchange Coinbase as the market for its surveillance-sharing agreement when it refiled its bitcoin exchange-traded fund application on TKday. Coinbase Will Be Surveillance Partner for Fidelity, Other Bitcoin ETFs, Refiled Applications Say
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2023. Jun. 30. 20:39
Cboe's BZX Exchange named crypto exchange Coinbase as the market for its surveillance-sharing agreement when it refiled its bitcoin exchange-traded fund application on TKday. Azuki Teases Anime Series, New Artwork After Missing the Mark on Elementals Mint
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2023. Jun. 30. 20:03
The team behind Azuki discussed ways to rebound after its community was left frustrated by the new Elementals NFT collection. Applied Digital Stock Surges 12% After Announcing Its Third AI Deal
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2023. Jun. 30. 19:16
Applied Digital will be deploying HPE's Cray XD supercomputers in its AI cloud service. Crypto Miner Hive Blockchain Touts Privacy of AI Models Running on Its GPUs
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2023. Jun. 30. 18:30
Hive wants to provide enterprise AI training in its fleet of GPUs. Celsius to Potentially Sell More Than $170M in ADA, MATIC, SOL and Altcoins for BTC, ETH
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2023. Jun. 30. 18:10
Court documents from last November give a rough picture of the lender’s altcoin holdings. How Much Is Too Much to Spend on FTX's Bankruptcy?
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2023. Jun. 30. 17:16
Are Sam Bankman-Fried’s victims being ripped off a second time? Sudden Crypto Volatility Spurs $216M in Losses, Liquidating Both Long and Short Positions
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2023. Jun. 30. 17:08
Cryptocurrency prices rose early Friday but then dropped sharply following a report that the SEC had deemed recent spot BTC filings inadequate. Will Europe’s Digital Euro Really Protect Privacy?
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2023. Jun. 30. 16:45
EU officials pay lip service on data rights, but its proposals for a CDBC don’t offer much reassurance for users, says CoinDesk’s Michael Casey. Bitcoin Cash, FTX’s FTT Token and COMP Led Crypto Market Gains in June
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2023. Jun. 30. 15:34
Bitcoin cash added the most, almost tripling over the course of the month. Bankrupt Celsius Can Convert Altcoins to BTC, ETH Starting July 1 Following SEC Talks
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2023. Jun. 30. 14:22
Creditor distributions will only be made in the two most popular cryptocurrencies, the company said Why Tokenized Assets Are Safer During a Banking Crisis
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2023. Jun. 30. 13:51
Recent U.S. bank failures exposed a strange truth: depositing your money on-chain is safer than trusting banks to make good on your holdings, argues Copper’s Fadi Aboualfa. Bitcoin Tumbles on Report of SEC Saying Spot BTC ETF Filings Inadequate
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2023. Jun. 30. 13:49
Spot bitcoin ETF applications from BlackRock and Fidelity, among others, had helped drive bitcoin higher over the past two weeks. What New York Can Learn From Hong Kong in Regulating Crypto
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2023. Jun. 30. 13:32
A small number of unelected individuals in Washington D.C. are exercising alarming authoritarian power as regulators, counter to the Big Apple’s stated desire to move from antiquated financial systems to digital ones, writes Omer Ozden. OKX Overcomes FTX-Related Concerns Around Crypto Industry to Expand Sponsorship With Man City
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2023. Jun. 30. 13:25
Manchester City and OKX's other partners have been auditing the exchange's proof of reserves to ease concerns that it won't go the same way as FTX. OKX Overcomes FTX-Related Concerns Around Crypto Industry in $70M Expansion of Man City Sponsorship
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2023. Jun. 30. 13:25
Manchester City and OKX's other partners have been auditing the exchange's proof of reserves to ease concerns that it won't go the same way as FTX. First Mover Americas: Fidelity Joins the Rush for Spot Bitcoin ETF
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2023. Jun. 30. 12:25
The latest price moves in bitcoin (BTC) and crypto markets in context for June 30, 2023. First Mover is CoinDesk’s daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets. Citigroup Reviews Partnership With Metaco, in Talks With Other Crypto Custodians: Bloomberg
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2023. Jun. 30. 12:22
Banking giant Citigroup (C) is reviewing its partnership with crypto custody firm Metaco one month after Ripple Labs announced that it agreed to acquire Metaco for $250 million. The Crypto Industry’s New Favorite Punching Bag – Prometheum – Asks for a Chance
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2023. Jun. 30. 12:00
No new crypto rules are needed, said Aaron Kaplan, co-CEO of Prometheum Inc., and his company means to demonstrate it – even as the issuers whose tokens it seeks to trade say no thanks. Investor Enthusiasm for Coinbase Shares May Prove Short-Lived: Berenberg
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2023. Jun. 30. 11:21
The crypto exchange is faced with several risks that could trigger a reversal of the stock’s recent gains, the report said. Bitcoin Steady Near $31K After Options Expiry; Dollar Index Rises Before Key U.S. Inflation Data
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2023. Jun. 30. 10:57
With the expiry done, the supposed price magnet at $26,500 from the max pain point is gone and prices could resume the upward journey, a common pattern during the bull market days of 2021. New Zealand Is Not Exploring Crypto Regulation, but Recommends Increased Vigilance
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2023. Jun. 30. 10:53
After receiving 50 submissions as part of a consultation process, the Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ) has said it won't propose a regulatory approach towards stablecoins and crypto-assets. Binance’s Institutional Clients Remain Optimistic on Crypto Amid Tough Market
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2023. Jun. 30. 09:00
63.5% of respondents said they are positive on the outlook of crypto for the next year and 88% said they are optimistic for the next decade, according to a recent survey by the exchange. Bitcoin Cash Tops $300 as South Korean Trading Volumes Surge
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2023. Jun. 30. 07:15
The bitcoin cash-Korean won (BCH/KRW) pair listed on Upbit has registered a trading volume of $557.63 million in the past 24 hours. That's nearly 3.5 times SEC vs Coinbase Case Set for July 13 After Exchange’s ‘Creative' Opening Response
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2023. Jun. 30. 06:38
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) will present its response to Coinbase's first legal defense, filed Thursday, on July 13, the court has ordered. First Mover Asia: Large Bitcoin Holders Content to Hold Long Positions Amid Regulatory Turmoil
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2023. Jun. 30. 02:14
ALSO: Bitcoin holds steady near $30.4K – unstirred by Fidelity's filing for a spot bitcoin ETF and unexpectedly strong U.S. jobs and productivity data. U.S. Investors Are Driving Bitcoin’s Price Surge as Institutional Demand Rises
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2023. Jun. 29. 21:39
BTC price gains and trading activity have mostly concentrated during U.S. market hours, according to K33 Research. Lacoste Expands Its NFT Ecosystem With New Rewards
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2023. Jun. 29. 21:09
The latest expansion of the Lacoste Web3 universe grants holders access to "creative sessions, contests, video games and interactive conversations." Bitcoin Hovers Over $30.3K Despite Renewed Inflation Worries
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2023. Jun. 29. 20:44
In comments Thursday at a Madrid event on financial stability, Fed Chair Jerome Powell said that “it will take time for the full effects of monetary restraint to be realized.” ApeCoin DAO Votes In Two New Special Council Seats, Replacing Alexis Ohanian and Yat Siu
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2023. Jun. 29. 19:24
The two new members will help the Special Council "administer DAO proposals and serve the vision of the community," Prime Trust Is Having a Bad Month
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2023. Jun. 29. 18:46
Prime Trust may be taken over by the state of Nevada, and the situation seems alarming. 6 Factors Advisors Should Consider Before Using an SMA for Digital Assets
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2023. Jun. 29. 18:01
Separately Managed Accounts (SMAs) are a good way for FAs to manage digital assets, but advisors should fully understand the trade-offs. Coinbase's Base Prepares for Mainnet Launch With Slew of Security Audits
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2023. Jun. 29. 18:00
The layer 2 blockchain pioneered by Nasdaq-listed crypto exchange Coinbase has detailed the security testing taken ahead of its public launch later this year. CME Group Announces Plans to Launch ETH to BTC Ratio Futures
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2023. Jun. 29. 17:54
Derivatives exchange CME Group plans to launch ether/bitcoin (ETH/BTC) ratio futures on July 31, if approved by regulators, the company announced Thursday. Fidelity Refiles For Spot Bitcoin ETF
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2023. Jun. 29. 17:17
Asset manager Fidelity filed paperwork TK WHEN with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for a spot bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) which will be traded under the name TK. Canadian ETF Issuer 3iQ to Work With Coinbase to Offer ETH Staking in Its Funds
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2023. Jun. 29. 16:26
Toronto-based digital asset manager 3iQ will start offering ether (ETH) staking in its Ether Fund and Ether ETF, making it the first ETF issuer in North America to allow for this investment strategy, the company announced Wednesday. The feature will be available on or about Aug. 28. Stablecoin Wallet Rpay Secures License from OFAC to Continue Operating in Venezuela
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2023. Jun. 29. 16:00
The approval does not absolve Rpay of its compliance duties, but does eliminate the growing compliance risk, the company said. Polygon 2.0 Roadmap Calls for ‘Unified Liquidity,’ Restaking, New Chains on Demand
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2023. Jun. 29. 16:00
The new Ethereum scaling solution’s architecture will include a shared bridge and a “coordination layer” that connects all of Polygon’s chains, including an emphasis on zero-knowledge technology that has become one of this year’s hottest blockchain trends. Julius Baer Eyes Expansion to Dubai for Crypto Services: Bloomberg
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2023. Jun. 29. 15:13
The expansion would be the private bank's first for its crypto offering beyond its native Switzerland, where it has provided digital asset services since the start of 2020. Gary Vaynerchuk-Backed Candy Digital and Web3 Production Company Palm NFT Studio Announce Merger
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2023. Jun. 29. 15:04
Working together under the Candy Digital name, the two startups will bring their digital experiences within sports, entertainment, arts and culture across major brands including MLB, NASCAR, Netflix and more. Decentralized Exchange PancakeSwap Goes Live on Polygon zkEVM Blockchain
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2023. Jun. 29. 14:45
This will be the popular DEX’s fourth blockchain after Ethereum, Aptos and BNB Chain. UK Crypto, Stablecoin Rules Receive Royal Assent, Passing Into Law
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2023. Jun. 29. 14:13
The Financial Services and Markets Act 2023 classifies crypto as a regulated financial activity. Canadian Lawmakers Call for National Blockchain, Crypto Strategy
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2023. Jun. 29. 13:21
The government should recognize blockchain as an emerging industry with "significant" long-term economic and job creation opportunities, a lawmaker committee on industry and tech said. Developer Six Clovers Rolls Out Cross-Border Crypto Payments on Sui
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2023. Jun. 29. 13:00
Versal Network will allow companies to transact in stablecoins and central bank digital currencies. First Mover Americas: Coinbase Responds to the SEC’s Lawsuit
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2023. Jun. 29. 12:27
The latest price moves in bitcoin (BTC) and crypto markets in context for June 29, 2023. First Mover is CoinDesk’s daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets. Slovakian Crypto Tax-Cutting Bill Passes National Parliament
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2023. Jun. 29. 12:18
Lawmakers wanted to see a 7% rate for crypto held longer than a year Tokenization Is Likely to Transform Infrastructure and Financial Markets: Bank of America
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2023. Jun. 29. 11:36
Implementation of blockchain technology will accelerate as the opportunity cost of uncaptured efficiencies increases, the report said. New deBridge Feature Lets Solana Users Easily Access Any Ethereum-Based Blockchain
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2023. Jun. 29. 11:00
The firm today launched a tool to allow for limitless information and liquidity transfers between Solana and EVM-based blockchains. Ex-Genesis CEO Michael Moro to Head Crypto Derivatives Exchange Startup
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2023. Jun. 29. 10:21
Ankex, a non-custodial exchange with a centralized order book, is being spun out of crypto custody firm Qredo, which Moro joined in January. COMP Token Rises by 50% in 4 Days Amid Flurry of Whale Activity on Binance
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2023. Jun. 29. 10:19
The native token of decentralized finance protocol Compound (COMP) has surged by more than 50% in four days following a spike of volume and outflows on Binance. Binance Crypto Custody License Application Denied by German Regulator BaFin: Report
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2023. Jun. 29. 09:33
Binance said it is continuing to comply with BaFin requirements in "a detailed and ongoing process." ECB to Start Wholesale CBDC Settlement Trials in 2024
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2023. Jun. 29. 09:04
The central bank wants to see innovative interventions in financial markets – but under existing rules. FTX Customers Have Until End-September to Submit Bankruptcy Claims
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2023. Jun. 29. 08:48
Former customers will receive an email containing a link to the Customer Claims Portal. Sam Altman's Worldcoin Integrates With Identity Management Software Okta as It Pushes Into Germany
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2023. Jun. 29. 08:00
World ID, which uses biometric data to verify users, helps apps distinguish between bots whilst being more private than alternatives like Google sign-in. SEC Has No Jurisdiction Over Cryptos on Coinbase's Platform, Exchange Claims in Response to Regulator's Lawsuit
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2023. Jun. 29. 04:50
U.S. crypto exchange Coinbase claimed that digital assets listed on its platform fall outside the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission's (SEC) purview in its first legal response to the regulator's lawsuit. The SEC sued Coinbase at the beginning of June, alleging that a dozen of the cryptocurrencies offered through its wallet or trading platforms were unregistered securities. In its answer, filed early Thursday, Coinbase claimed that these cryptos are not investment contracts and therefore are not securities. SEC Has No Jurisdiction Over Cryptos on Coinbase, Exchange Says in Lawsuit Response
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2023. Jun. 29. 04:50
U.S. crypto exchange Coinbase claimed that digital assets listed on its platform fall outside the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission's (SEC) purview in its first legal response to the regulator's lawsuit. The SEC sued Coinbase at the beginning of June, alleging that a dozen of the cryptocurrencies offered through its wallet or trading platforms were unregistered securities. In its answer, filed early Thursday, Coinbase claimed that these cryptos are not investment contracts and therefore are not securities. First Mover Asia: Bitcoin Retreats, Quickly Regains $30K Perch as Investors Mull ETF Timing, Inflation
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2023. Jun. 29. 00:32
ALSO: Fast-paced, entrepreneurial Seoul ranked fourth globally in CoinDesk's crypto hub series. Korea's digital asset friendly, regulatory environment and a vibrant retail community have helped enabled the industry's rising prominence in the city. Azuki ‘Elementals’ Mint Mishap Highlights the Fragile State of the NFT Market
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2023. Jun. 28. 23:54
From questionable mint mechanics to recycled artwork, Azuki’s latest NFT mint shows that even blue-chip projects are struggling to grow during a challenging bear market. Binance EUR Banking Partner to Halt Support of the Crypto Exchange in September
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2023. Jun. 28. 23:46
The exchange recently announced a retreat from the U.K., Netherlands and Cyprus. Binance's Euro Banking Partner to Halt Support of the Crypto Exchange in September
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2023. Jun. 28. 23:46
The exchange recently announced retreats from the U.K., Netherlands and Cyprus. Ex-FTX Compliance Officer Sued for Allegedly Paying Off Would-Be Whistleblowers
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2023. Jun. 28. 20:51
FTX's lawyers allege Daniel Friedberg allowed its executives' criminal activities to fly under the radar for years. Compound Founder Forms 'Superstate' to Create Bond Fund With Ethereum for Record-Keeping
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2023. Jun. 28. 20:35
Robert Leshner, CEO of the decentralized lender Compound, has registered a plan with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission to sell short-term government bonds that would use the Ethereum blockchain as a secondary record-keeper. Bitcoin Drops Below $30K as Altcoins Tumble; BTC Dominance Reaches 26-Month High
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2023. Jun. 28. 20:26
Bitcoin's market cap makes up 52% of the total crypto market, the highest level since April 2021. Popular Standard for Issuing Tokenized Securities Gets Makeover
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2023. Jun. 28. 19:25
Republic Crypto and Upside are debuting ERC-1404 Prime as a future forward token standard. Blockchain May Offer Answers for AI Challenges
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2023. Jun. 28. 18:47
Artificial intelligence is already having a big impact on society, but it also has the potential to harm. Blockchain technology may help create safer, more effective AI systems. Bitcoin, Other Digital Assets Surge Late in Q2 on Spot Bitcoin Euphoria
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2023. Jun. 28. 18:20
The spot bitcoin ETF filings by BlackRock and other financial services giants ensured bitcoin would finish Q2 in positive territory. Now the SEC’s decision on the applications will likely play a big role in digital asset prices for the remainder of the year. Bitcoin-Friendly App Damus Avoids Apple Deplatforming After Two-Week Battle Over 'Zaps' Tipping
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2023. Jun. 28. 18:18
Apple had threatened to eject the bitcoin-friendly social media app from its App Store by June 27 unless Damus removed the ability to receive bitcoin tips via “zaps” on content posts. Bitcoin-Friendly App Damus Avoids Apple Deplatforming After 2-Week Battle Over 'Zaps' Tipping
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2023. Jun. 28. 18:18
Apple had threatened to eject the bitcoin-friendly social media app from its App Store by June 27 unless Damus removed the ability to receive bitcoin tips via “zaps” on content posts. Gary Gensler Failed the U.S. Crypto Industry, and So Has Congress
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2023. Jun. 28. 17:46
As long as he keeps following the "one over nine" rule, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission will ruin crypto summer. Binance’s Market Share Fell Further in June
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2023. Jun. 28. 17:05
The crypto exchange still remains the world’s largest by a significant proportion. Mastercard is Piloting Tokenized Bank Deposits in New UK Testbed
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2023. Jun. 28. 17:00
The card giant is launching what it calls a Multi-Token Network (MTN), which will begin by testing tokenized bank deposits and move onto experiments using stablecoins and CBDCs. This Free-to-Mint Soulbound NFT Tracks Your Web3 Work History
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2023. Jun. 28. 16:20
Digital community platform Coordinape is rolling out CoSoul, which allows users to create a digital resume on-chain. Sotheby's to Launch On-Chain Generative Art Program Powered by Art Blocks Engine
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2023. Jun. 28. 16:02
The first sale on July 26 will honor generative art pioneer Vera Molnar, who is considered to be the first woman in digital art. Ethereum’s Layer 2 Teams Want You to Clone Their Code
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2023. Jun. 28. 15:59
By making their code open source and easy to replicate, projects including Arbitrum, Optimism and zkSync are making it easier for copycat blockchains to steal away their users – in pursuit of broader ecosystems of related networks. GBTC Volume Increases 79% in June Amid TradFi ETF Applications
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2023. Jun. 28. 15:50
The trust’s trading volume increased to $45 million in June. ARK Amends Spot Bitcoin ETF Filing to Include Surveillance Sharing, Similar to BlackRock
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2023. Jun. 28. 15:43
ARK's application may now be in pole position to be approved first as as it was filed earlier than BlackRock's. Cathie Wood's ARK Amends Spot Bitcoin ETF Filing to Include Surveillance Sharing, Similar to BlackRock
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2023. Jun. 28. 15:43
ARK's application may now be in pole position to be approved first as as it was filed earlier than BlackRock's. Former NYSE Broker to Pay $54M to Settle CFTC Crypto Fraud Charges
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2023. Jun. 28. 15:26
Michael Ackerman pleaded guilty in 2021 to charges of defrauding around 150 investors for $33 million in a digital asset trading scheme. First Mover Americas: First Leveraged Bitcoin ETF in U.S. Trades $5.5M on Day One
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2023. Jun. 28. 14:38
The latest price moves in bitcoin (BTC) and crypto markets in context for June 28, 2023. First Mover is CoinDesk’s daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets. MicroStrategy's Bitcoin Purchases Tend to Be Short-Term Negative for Prices, Research Shows
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2023. Jun. 28. 14:22
Past data shows bitcoin tends to drop 2% on the day MSTR announces new purchases. Chainlink Data Feeds Go Live on Celo
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2023. Jun. 28. 14:00
In April, Celo joined Chainlink Scale to access the data provider’s oracle services at a low cost. Maple Finance Expands to Direct Lending Targeting Web3 Firms
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2023. Jun. 28. 13:00
The firm aspires to fill the gap in crypto lending left by the implosion of centralized lenders such as BlockFi and Genesis. Crypto Custody Firm Ledger Introduces Institutional-Grade Trading Network
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2023. Jun. 28. 13:00
The network has a range of partner firms, including Crypto.com, Bitstamp, Huobi, Wintermute and Komainu. IFC-Backed Carbon Opportunities Fund Uses Chia Network to Settle Tokenized Carbon Credits
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2023. Jun. 28. 13:00
Investment company Sumitomo Corporation of Americas purchased a batch of tokenized carbon offsets from the Carbon Opportunities Fund. Warner Music Group Partners With Polygon on Blockchain Music Accelerator
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2023. Jun. 28. 13:00
The chosen projects will receive funding from both WMG and Polygon Labs and will also be eligible for mentorship and networking opportunities. Michael Saylor's MicroStrategy Now Holds Over $4.6B Worth of Bitcoin
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2023. Jun. 28. 12:16
The firm bought over 12K bitcoin for $347 million in the last two months. Crypto Ponzi Schemes Cost Victims $7.8B in 2022: TRM Labs
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2023. Jun. 28. 12:00
Ponzi schemes dominated the crypto crime landscape in 2022, with $7.8 billion funneled from victims, blockchain analytics firm said in a new report. Horizen Scraps Privacy Coin Moniker Amid Regulatory Scrutiny
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2023. Jun. 28. 11:25
Horizen says it's now simply a layer 0 blockchain after depreciating the shielded pools on its main chain. Crypto Exchange KuCoin to Introduce Mandatory ID Checks Next Month
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2023. Jun. 28. 10:59
As of July 15, new customers will be required to complete identification checks to use KuCoin's services. China Blockchain Conflux Gets $18M From DWF Labs, CFX Drops 6%
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2023. Jun. 28. 10:57
Conflux token's dour reaction is consistent with the prevailing investor disinterest in alternative cryptocurrencies. CFX Drops 6% After Conflux Network Says DWF Labs Bought $18M of the Tokens
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2023. Jun. 28. 10:57
Conflux token's dour reaction is consistent with the prevailing investor disinterest in alternative cryptocurrencies. CFX Drops 6% After Conflux Network Says DWF Labs Bought $18M of its Tokens
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2023. Jun. 28. 10:57
Conflux token's dour reaction is consistent with the prevailing investor disinterest in alternative cryptocurrencies. Australia Acts on De-Banking of Crypto Entities, Supports Policy Recommendations to Tackle Issue
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2023. Jun. 28. 10:42
Australia's Treasury said on Wednesday it recognises the seriousness of de-banking and that it understands inaction could drive business underground after instances of banking partners cutting-off crypto platforms in the nation. EU Publishes Digital Euro Bill Featuring Privacy Controls, Offline Guarantee
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2023. Jun. 28. 10:29
Officials want a digital payment system available to “everyone, everywhere, for free.” Bitpanda Pro Rebrands, Raises $33M in Peter Thiel-Led Round
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2023. Jun. 28. 10:25
Thiel’s Valar Ventures led the fundraise for One Trading, which is now fully separated from Bitpanda. Azuki NFT Prices Slide 44% After Creator Releases 'Basically Identical' Elementals
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2023. Jun. 28. 08:36
Elementals became the most-hyped and largest NFT offering in recent months, but community reaction has been critical. ‘End the Extortion:’ BlockFi Creditors File to Liquidate Estate
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2023. Jun. 28. 07:53
Creditors accuse CEO Zac Prince of defrauding customers and the company of “mischief” in delaying a wind-up. Sony Network Communications Invests $3.5M in Singapore Web3 Company Startale Labs
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2023. Jun. 28. 07:50
Sony previously worked with Startale Labs to organize a web3 incubator. Crypto Miners Sent Over $1B Bitcoin to Exchanges Over Two Weeks: CryptoQuant
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2023. Jun. 28. 07:36
Miners usually sell bitcoin at favorable prices to keep their extensive computing operations running. Bitcoin Bulls Getting Ready for Seasonal Surge: Matrixport
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2023. Jun. 28. 07:01
The largest cryptocurrency by market cap tends to rally in the month of July, the report said. Israel Seizes Millions in Crypto From Iranian Military and Hezbollah: Report
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2023. Jun. 28. 06:43
Israel's government has seized millions of dollars in cryptocurrency from accounts linked to the Iranian military and the Iran-backed Hezbollah militant group in Lebanon. Israel Seized $1.7M in Crypto From Iranian Military and Hezbollah With Chainalysis' Aid
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2023. Jun. 28. 06:43
Israel's government has seized $1.7 million in cryptocurrency from accounts linked to the Iranian military and the Iran-backed Hezbollah militant group in Lebanon. TrueUSD Depegs on Binance.US, Drops to 80 Cents Against Tether
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2023. Jun. 28. 06:25
TUSD trades at a discount versus Tether as former FTX provider Armanino's rebranded outlet The Network Firm's association with TrueUSD raises alarm bells on Crypto Twitter. TrueUSD’s Reserves Were Attested by Former FTX.US Accounting Team
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2023. Jun. 28. 05:49
Armanino’s digital asset team rebranded itself to The Network Firm, as CoinDesk reported, to continue performing audits and attestations after the collapse of FTX. Voyager to Pay $1.1M Legal Fees for April
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2023. Jun. 28. 05:47
Some of the firm’s attorneys billed Voyager upwards of $150,000 for their work during the month. EU’s Controversial Smart Contract Kill-Switch Rules Finalized by Negotiators
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2023. Jun. 28. 05:22
Lawmakers and governments have reached a deal on the Data Act despite protests from the blockchain industry. First Mover Asia: Bitcoin Maintains $30K as ‘the Economy Isn’t Breaking Just Yet’
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2023. Jun. 28. 01:30
ALSO: Singapore ranked second in CoinDesk's Crypto Hubs survey. The city state raised billions through IPOs, weathered the collapse of homegrown darlings Terraform Labs and Three Arrows Capital and is now searching for the right regulatory balance to encourage crypto without getting burned again. UK Needs Bespoke Legal Framework for Using Crypto as Collateral: Law Commission
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2023. Jun. 27. 23:01
The Commission, funded by the Ministry of Justice, also pushed for legislation to treat crypto as a new type of property in its latest set of recommendations. Grayscale Bitcoin Trust Shares Rally to a One-Year High, Discount Dips to 30%
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2023. Jun. 27. 22:53
Investors are betting that recent filings for spot BTC ETF improve the chances for Grayscale to convert its trust into an ETF and close the price gap, one observer said. FTX Pauses Sale of $500M Stake in AI Firm Anthropic: Bloomberg
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2023. Jun. 27. 21:27
The move followed months of due diligence on the stake being done by the bidders, according to Bloomberg’s sources. Latin American Crypto Firm Ripio Approved to Operate in Spain as an Exchange
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2023. Jun. 27. 20:25
It’s the latest in a number of licenses to crypto companies granted by the Bank of Spain. Azuki 'Elementals' NFT Mint Sells Out in 15 Minutes, Raking in $38M
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2023. Jun. 27. 19:22
Existing Azuki and BEANZ holders got first dibs on minting the collection, which sold out before making it to public sale. TrueUSD Stablecoin Has $26k of Funds at ‘U.S. Depository Halting Withdrawals,’ Reserve Report Says
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2023. Jun. 27. 18:44
The stablecoin issuer said last week that it had “no exposure” to the failed crypto custodian Prime Trust. Web3 Payment Firm Crossmint Launches Wallet-as-a-Service to Expand NFT Use Cases
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2023. Jun. 27. 17:26
The new API will allow users to create smart contracts and send NFTs via email, with the infrastructure to generate backend wallets for NFT collectors. Web3 Infrastructure Firm Crossmint Launches Wallet-as-a-Service to Expand NFT Use Cases
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2023. Jun. 27. 17:26
The new API will allow users to create smart contracts and send NFTs via email, with the infrastructure to generate backend wallets for NFT collectors. Nevada Places Crypto Custodian Prime Trust Into Receivership
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2023. Jun. 27. 17:23
Nevada's Financial Institutions Divisoin filed to appoint a receiver for crypto custodian on Prime Trust, the regulator announced on Tuesday. Nevada Files to Place Crypto Custodian Prime Trust Into Receivership
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2023. Jun. 27. 17:23
Nevada's Financial Institutions Divisoin filed to appoint a receiver for crypto custodian on Prime Trust, the regulator announced on Tuesday. Jack Dorsey Questions Apple's Tim Cook Over Bitcoin Support as Damus Deplatforming Looms
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2023. Jun. 27. 17:15
Apple cited violations of its in-app purchase guidelines as the primary reason for the delisting, according to Damus founder William Casarin. First Leveraged Bitcoin ETF in U.S. Sees $4.2M in Trading Volume Since Debut
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2023. Jun. 27. 17:04
The ETF saw $500 million worth of trades in the first 15 minutes. ADA, SOL Underperform as Robinhood Gets Set to Delist Them Amid SEC Crackdown
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2023. Jun. 27. 16:38
Cryptocurrencies Cardano (ADA) and Solana (SOL) fell more than the broader crypto market on Tuesday, just before trading app Robinhood was set to delist them later in the day at 6:59 p.m. ET. Judge Rejects FTX Founder Sam Bankman-Fried's Motions to Dismiss Criminal Charges
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2023. Jun. 27. 16:01
U.S. Judge Lewis Kaplan denied several of Sam Bankman-Fried's motions to dismiss criminal charges against him. He had previously denied the FTX founder's remaining motions to dismiss charges. Bitcoin Briefly Pushes Above $31K After Fidelity Spot ETF Report
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2023. Jun. 27. 15:44
Fidelity previously applied for a spot bitcoin ETF in 2021, but the effort was rejected by the SEC. Bitfinex Launches Peer-to-Peer Trading Platform in Argentina, Colombia and Venezuela
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2023. Jun. 27. 15:42
Users will be able to buy and sell bitcoin, ether, USDT, EURT and XAUT. Three Arrows Capital Liquidators Seek $1.3B From Bankrupt Hedge Fund's Founders: Bloomberg
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2023. Jun. 27. 15:31
The fund founded by Su Zhu and Kyle Davies suffered big losses on the collapse of the Terra ecosystem starting in May 2022 and took on additional leverage despite already being insolvent, the liquidators say. The Second FTX Asset Recovery Report Is Packed With Bombshells
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2023. Jun. 27. 15:24
New claims put FTX and Alameda Research founder Sam Bankman-Fried and his friends even closer to the center of a brazen conspiracy. Don’t Overlook Tokyo and Hong Kong as Crypto Hot Spots
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2023. Jun. 27. 14:51
The two Far East financial hubs take a comprehensive approach to overseeing crypto, and are likely to attract businesses from around the world. They don’t appear on CoinDesk’s Crypto Hubs 2023 ranking of the 15 best places to live and work for crypto professionals, but they should not be ignored. A16z, ARK Invest Back $37M Round for Mythical Games
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2023. Jun. 27. 13:00
Crypto asset manager Scytale Digital led the Series C extension round for the NFL Rivals creator. Bitcoin Prices Topping $31.9K Would Confirm Long-Term Bullish Bias: Fairlead Strategies
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2023. Jun. 27. 12:54
The Ichimoku cloud, created by Japanese journalist Goichi Hosoda in the late 1960s, is used by traders and analysts to monitor momentum and trend direction. First Mover Americas: Crypto Funds See Largest Inflow in a Year
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2023. Jun. 27. 12:18
The latest price moves in bitcoin (BTC) and crypto markets in context for June 27, 2023. First Mover is CoinDesk’s daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets. Chibi Finance Rug Pulls Users for $1M, CHIBI Falls 98%
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2023. Jun. 27. 12:10
Over 555 stolen ether were swapped from Arbitrum from Ethereum, a security firm said. Crypto Hubs 2023: Where to Live Freely and Work Smart
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2023. Jun. 27. 11:57
With shifting regulatory regimes worldwide, crypto is on the move to find the best locales to put down roots, get licensed, register or just be. Crypto Hubs 2023, our ranking of the top 15 global crypto hubs, is a good place to start. Zug: Where Ethereum Was Born and Crypto Goes to Grow Up
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2023. Jun. 27. 11:42
What is not to like about the tiny Swiss city where Vitalik Buterin and his cofounders launched Ethereum? The No. 1 spot on CoinDesk’s Crypto Hubs 2023 ranking has it all: regulatory clarity, crypto-friendly banks and a lively crypto job market and events calendar. Singapore: The Center of Asian Crypto Wealth Is Ready for a Reset
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2023. Jun. 27. 11:41
A fintech hub turned early crypto adopter, Singapore raised billions through ICOs. Cue parties on yachts and at luxury villas. But after the collapse of homegrown crypto darlings Terraform Labs and Three Arrows Capital, the No. 2 spot in CoinDesk’s Crypto Hubs 2023 is searching for the right regulatory balance to encourage crypto without getting burned again. London: The World’s Capital for Foreign Exchange Adds Cryptocurrencies to Its Ledger
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2023. Jun. 27. 11:39
Already a global hub for finance, the No. 3 spot in CoinDesk’s Crypto Hubs 2023 has a healthy grassroots crypto adoption rate and a prime minister eager to attract the digital asset industry. Seoul: Asia’s Retail Crypto Capital Moves on After Do Kwon
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2023. Jun. 27. 11:39
South Korea’s nearly 7 million registered users, many in the nation’s capital, show a huge interest in trading crypto. But CoinDesk’s 4th-ranked Crypto Hub for 2023 is still licking its wounds after the catastrophic collapse of Do Kwon’s Terra blockchain – for a time, South Korea’s favorite crypto project. 3AC-Linked FLEX, OX Tokens Surge Despite Lack of New Holders
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2023. Jun. 27. 11:38
Less than 2,000 wallets hold OX tokens, a level that’s far below the average holders of tokens with similar market capitalizations. Dubai: Launching a Crypto Regulatory Arm to Become a Global Financial Power
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2023. Jun. 27. 11:37
The center of the crypto universe has been shifting toward the UAE since March 2022, when Dubai announced the world’s first independent crypto regulator, the Virtual Asset Regulatory Authority. With its state intention to provide legal clarity for crypto, the No. 5 spot in CoinDesk’s Crypto Hubs 2023 has attracted jurisdiction shoppers such as Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao and crypto exchange WazirX. Abu Dhabi: A Wealthy Middle-East Capital Creating a Bridge From TradFi to Crypto
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2023. Jun. 27. 11:36
The heart of crypto in the capital of the United Arab Emirates is actually just offshore in the Abu Dhabi Global Markets, an economic free zone. With a mandate to encourage fintech, the No. 6 spot in CoinDesk’s Crypto Hubs 2023 keeps the lines of communications open between regulators and crypto institutions. Wyoming: Regulatory Clarity and Crypto-Friendly Banks Fuel Blockchain Revolution
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2023. Jun. 27. 11:33
America’s least populous state has passed three dozen laws regulating crypto. That has helped attract crypto, blockchain and Web3 employers and made the No. 7 spot in CoinDesk’s Crypto Hubs 2023 the most crypto-friendly state in an otherwise uncertain U.S. regulatory environment. Silicon Valley: The Mecca for Venture Capital May Be Cooling on Crypto
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2023. Jun. 27. 11:31
The storied birthplace of the U.S. tech industry is dripping with talent and money. But crypto founders who live in the No. 8 spot on CoinDesk’s Crypto Hubs 2023 list say that Web3 is losing ground to artificial intelligence in the race to capture the Valley's wallets and minds. Austin: Where Remote-Work Crypto Developers Actually Choose to Live
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2023. Jun. 27. 11:31
A critical mass of the world’s top Bitcoin developers and mining companies call the No. 9 spot in CoinDesk’s Crypto Hubs 2023 their home, lured by the city’s attractive weather, live music and food scene, as well as the lack of state income taxes. Berlin: The Center for Decentralized Finance – and Techno Music
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2023. Jun. 27. 11:30
When the tech hub of Europe meets a society that prizes financial autonomy, the result is a crypto community that practices the very decentralization it preaches. Case in point: Blockchain Week Berlin, the flagship annual conference of the No. 10 spot in CoinDesk’s Crypto Hubs 2023, is a self-organized, crypto-agnostic community initiative. Los Angeles: Where Hollywood Magic and Creativity Meet Web3
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2023. Jun. 27. 11:28
The City of Angels is a global influencer in art, fashion and, especially, entertainment. Less known are its significant contributions in technology innovation. Together, the No. 11 spot on CoinDesk’s Crypto Hubs 2023 is a Web3 power. Plus it has the best movie stars. New York City: A Crypto Sandbox in a Big Business Playground
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2023. Jun. 27. 11:20
The Big Apple is big everything. The world’s financial center, it also has a huge population not only of talented developers to hire, but consumers to sell to. In such a huge and bustling ecosystem, crypto may not rate as the city’s highest priority. But like it or not, the No. 12 spot in CoinDesk’s Crypto Hubs 2023 is a place crypto companies must be. How We Ranked CoinDesk’s Crypto Hubs 2023: Our Methodology
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2023. Jun. 27. 11:16
As veterans of past city lists we aimed to produce a meaningful ranking of the best places in the world to live and work in crypto, blockchain and Web3. Here’s how we did it. Vancouver: A Boutique Hub for Crypto Early Adopters
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2023. Jun. 27. 11:15
This small and picturesque coastal city has plenty of crypto jobs, companies and events. But the No. 13 spot in CoinDesk’s Crypto Hubs 2023 is handcuffed by regulatory uncertainty in Canada, generally, that recently has led to national exits of major crypto exchanges Binance, Bybit and OKX. Ljubljana: It’s a Beautiful Life in This Crypto Payments Hotbed
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2023. Jun. 27. 11:13
This unsung Central European success story features famous philosophers, a striking landscape and a high quality of life. And the No. 14 spot in CoinDesk’s Crypto Hubs 2023 has a crypto ecosystem that punches vastly above its weight. Bitcoin Cash Sees Largest Bets in 2 Years as BCH Doubles in a Week
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2023. Jun. 27. 11:06
Technical improvements and a listing on EDX Markets have likely fueled trading interest in bitcoin cash tokens. Lisbon: A Buzzy, Affordable Mecca for Buy-and-Hold Crypto Nomads
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2023. Jun. 27. 11:05
Portugal’s coastal capital offers a top-shelf European quality of life at discount prices. The No. 15 spot on CoinDesk’s Crypto Hubs 2023 attracts creative and entrepreneurial expats with a lively calendar of Web3 events, prized “digital nomad” visa and crypto-friendly tax laws. Whale Drives Ether-Bitcoin Volatility Spread Lower Ahead of Options Expiry
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2023. Jun. 27. 10:08
The spread has flipped negative with consistent institutional selling of ether calls. Some of these positions could be rolled over ahead of Friday's expiry, leading to captivating shifts in volatility, crypto exchange Deribit said. Robinhood Sheds Jobs for Third Time Since April 2022: WSJ
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2023. Jun. 27. 10:04
Trading platform Robinhood (HOOD) has cut 7% of its full-time staff, about 150 employees, in the third round of layoffs since April 2022. Crypto Bankruptcy Investor Ouroboros Eyes Smaller Claims
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2023. Jun. 27. 10:00
The platform automates the due diligence process for buying cryptocurrency bankruptcy claims in firms like FTX or Celsius, providing previously missing liquidity for creditors owed around $50,000. Web3 Fashion Platform SYKY Launches Incubator for Emerging Digital Designers
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2023. Jun. 27. 10:00
The Seven Seven Six-backed SYKY platform will work with a group of 10 digital designers to grow their skills in the year-long incubator program. Blur, Arbitrum Lead Altcoin Surge as Traders Anticipate Bull Run
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2023. Jun. 27. 09:08
A series of decentralized finance and NFT-related altcoins have posted double-digit gains over the past week as capital begins to flow from larger assets like bitcoin (BTC) and ether (ETH) to more speculative bets like blur (BLUR) and arbitrum (ARB). Avalanche-Backed Web3 Gaming Studio Pixion Games Closes $5.5M Seed Round
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2023. Jun. 27. 09:00
The funds will go towards building out Fableborne, the studio’s flagship Web3 game. Tezos Set to Become 8 Times Faster After 'Nairobi' Upgrade
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2023. Jun. 27. 08:35
‘Nairobi’ is the blockchain’s fourteenth upgrade. Zimbabwe's Gold-Backed Digital Token Won't Fix the Country's Currency Woes, Economists Say
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2023. Jun. 27. 07:46
Sound macroeconomic policies like raising interest rates and bringing down the country's deficit could dampen Zimbabwe's currency instability, economists said. Fireblocks Adds Support for Amazon Web Services, Google Cloud Platform and Alibaba Cloud
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2023. Jun. 27. 07:00
Cryptocurrency custody technology provider Fireblocks has started offering support for cloud service providers Amazon Web Services (AWS), Google Cloud Platform, Alibaba Cloud, Thales and Securosus, the company announced Tuesday. EU Seals Deal on Crypto Bank-Capital Rules
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2023. Jun. 27. 06:46
Lawmakers have previously favored ‘prohibitive’ capital requirements to keep unbacked crypto assets out of the banking system Circle’s Allaire Says Bitcoin ETFs Likely to be Approved: Bloomberg
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2023. Jun. 27. 06:24
Allaire spoke with Bloomberg at the World Economic Forum in Tianjin, China. Crypto Exchange OKX Goes Live With ‘Nitro Spreads,’ Allowing One-Click Basis Trading
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2023. Jun. 27. 06:00
Basis traders attempt to earn returns by trading the difference in an asset’s price on two separate markets. First Mover Asia: Bitcoin Could Experience Price Turbulence as $30K Is Tested
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2023. Jun. 27. 01:15
ALSO: Venture capitalists and others have abandoned blockchain for the seemingly greener pastures of AI, but they may be falling for the hype of a technology that has yet to prove itself substantially. Damus Founder Now Expects Deplatforming From Apple App Store
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2023. Jun. 26. 23:00
Apple cited violations of its in-app purchase guidelines as the primary reason for the delisting, according to Damus founder William Casarin. Bitcoin Holds Above $30K as Investors Await Historically Strong July, Eye Options Expiry
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2023. Jun. 26. 20:51
BTC has gained at least 20% in July in each of the past three years. Depending on its price heading into the expiry, bitcoin could rally additionally or retreat. Federal Judge Permanently Bars MetaBirkins NFT Maker From Selling Birkin-Based Collectibles
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2023. Jun. 26. 20:33
The judge’s order comes several months after a jury found the NFT collection’s maker infringed on Hermes’ intellectual property. Leading House Democrat Solicits Feedback From Gensler and Yellen on Crypto Bill
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2023. Jun. 26. 19:31
The bill would provide guidelines for U.S.-based crypto exchanges to register with regulators. U.S. Judge Rejects Binance.US Complaint Over SEC Press Release
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2023. Jun. 26. 19:27
A federal judge has rebuffed Binance’s request to curtail the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission's (SEC) use of language pertaining to Binance.US’ management of customer funds in press releases, arguing the statements could hurt the company at trial. Uniswap's Hayden Adams: Q&A on Weathering the Regulatory Storm, What’s Next for DeFi
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2023. Jun. 26. 19:22
After the recent release of a proposal for a new "v4" version of the decentralized exchange Uniswap, CoinDesk's Sam Kessler chats with Uniswap Labs CEO Hayden Adams about the case that DeFi is “here to stay” and his position that the U.S. “lags behind” on crypto regulation. FTX Bankruptcy Team Says the Exchange Owed Customers $8.7B
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2023. Jun. 26. 17:40
Commingling and misuse of customer and corporate funds occurred from the inception of FTX, says current CEO John J. Ray III. Bitcoin Investment Sentiment Turned Bullish After Largest Weekly Fund Inflow in a Year
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2023. Jun. 26. 16:50
The inflows totalled $199 million, reversing nearly half of the previous nine consecutive weeks of outflows. Azuki Unveils New ‘Elementals’ Collection, Expanding Its NFT Ecosystem
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2023. Jun. 26. 16:47
A portion of the yet-to-be-revealed, 20,000-edition NFT collection was airdropped to holders on Friday. Bitcoin Cash Price Jumps to One-Year High Fueled by Spiking Social Interest, Exchange Support
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2023. Jun. 26. 16:44
With today’s 17% gain, the BCH has now more than doubled in the week since it was listed on EDX Markets, a new crypto exchange backed by financial heavyweights. Hong Kong's HSBC Allows Customers to Trade Bitcoin, Ether ETFs but That's Not Really News
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2023. Jun. 26. 16:07
HSBC's customers in Hong Kong have in fact been able to trade such crypto investment products since they were listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange in December. Bitcoin Miner Hut 8 Secures Up to $50M in Loans From Coinbase
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2023. Jun. 26. 15:13
The first $15 million will be drawn shortly after closing the deal, while another $15 million is conditional on closing a merger with peer USBTC. BitGo Still Sees Consolidation in Crypto Custody After Spurning Prime Trust: CEO
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2023. Jun. 26. 13:23
CEO Mike Belshe said he sees consolidation in the crypto custody sector in the next six months. First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Retreats Slightly From 12-Month High
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2023. Jun. 26. 12:18
The latest price moves in bitcoin (BTC) and crypto markets in context for June 26, 2023. First Mover is CoinDesk’s daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets. Bitcoin Futures Attract Biggest Bets Since Terra's Collapse
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2023. Jun. 26. 11:38
Open interest has surged to $11 billion to its highest level in over a year. Singapore's MAS Proposes Design Framework for Interoperable Digital Asset Networks
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2023. Jun. 26. 11:26
Banking giants like Standard Chartered, HSBC and Citi are set to run multiple tokenization trials across financial asset classes. Terra Classic Revival Plans Continue as 6 Engineers Aim to Revive LUNC Ecosystem
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2023. Jun. 26. 11:03
Some LUNC token holders remain committed to a Terra ecosystem revival. Crypto Traders Eye $6.8B Bitcoin and Ether Options Expiry
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2023. Jun. 26. 10:57
Dealers are stuffed with record negative gamma in BTC. With only a little move in the spot price, "we could witness fireworks," one observer said. Bybit Gains Crypto License in Cyprus
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2023. Jun. 26. 10:00
The Dubai-based crypto exchange will gain now a foothold in the European Union after its exit from Canada and the U.K. Japanese Crypto Issuers Won't Pay Taxes on Unrealized Gains, Govt. Clarifies
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2023. Jun. 26. 09:57
Token issuers in the country were subject to a 30% corporate tax for unrealized gains on their own tokens. U.S. Has Room for a Compliant Crypto ETF to Grow Market Share as a Bitcoin On-Ramp: Bernstein
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2023. Jun. 26. 09:00
Grayscale earns around $380 million in annualized fees despite its GBTC product being inefficient, illiquid and trading at a discount, the report said. ProShares' Bitcoin Futures ETF Racks Up Biggest Weekly Inflow in a Year
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2023. Jun. 26. 07:55
Open interest on bitcoin futures have surged to the highest levels in a year. NEAR Foundation Partners With Alibaba Cloud to Accelerate Web3 Growth in Asia
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2023. Jun. 26. 06:00
The partnership will offer multi-chain indexing to provide data query API to developers. First Mover Asia: Bitcoin Opens the Week Above $30K Amid Rising Investor Optimism
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2023. Jun. 26. 00:57
ALSO: Ripple Asia's policy lead praises Japan’s crypto laws that favor consumer protection. Rahul Advani said that the country has created "a very clear taxonomy for digital assets." CFTC Kicks Off Review of Kalshi's Congressional Control Prediction Markets
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2023. Jun. 24. 02:59
The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission began a formal review and public comment period to evaluate prediction market Kalshi's proposed contracts to bet on who will control Congress. Influencer Formerly Associated with Azuki Postpones NFT Drop After Plagiarism Accusations
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2023. Jun. 23. 22:27
Pseudonymous NFT researcher and artist Elena admitted to tracing other pixel art to pad out her upcoming collection Atomic Ordinals. Soccer Franchise FC Barcelona Scores World of Women for Upcoming NFT Release
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2023. Jun. 23. 22:08
Empowerment, the second NFT in the football club’s ten-piece Masterpiece collection, is a one-of-one created in collaboration with World of Women that pays tribute to Spanish player Alexia Putellas. Coinbase Loses Market Share in Ether Staking as Regulatory Pressure Mounts
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2023. Jun. 23. 21:56
The exchange’s share in ETH staking dropped to 9.7%, the lowest since May 2021, as the SEC sued Coinbase for offering unregistered securities this month. 2020 Twitter Hacker Sentenced to 5 Years on Crypto Theft, SIM Swapping Scheme
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2023. Jun. 23. 21:11
Joseph O'Conner, a British man who made roughly $900,000 in an elaborate Twitter hack and a separate crypto-related SIM-swapping scheme, received a 5 year sentence from a federal judge on Friday, Inner City Press reported. Brazilian Central Bank Adds Crypto Exchange Mercado Bitcoin in CBDC Pilot Including Mastercard
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2023. Jun. 23. 20:27
The approved consortium includes Mastercard, broker Genial, registrar Cerc and financial software fintech Sinqia as partners. How Gaming, Loyalty and Entertainment Are Adapting to the Rise of NFTs and Web3
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2023. Jun. 23. 18:32
The gaming, entertainment and loyalty industries are poised for big changes, thanks to Web3 tech such as NFTs and DAOs. We talk to the experts on how. Plus, Nike and Puma announced new digital partnerships that show Web3 is still kicking. Binance Ordered to Halt Offering Crypto Services in Belgium by Markets Regulator
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2023. Jun. 23. 16:50
The crypto exchange is accused of serving Belgian customers from countries outside the European Economic Area in violation of the law, the FSMA has said. Home Improvement Giant Lowe's Is Selling an Mfers Meme NFT Garden Flag
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2023. Jun. 23. 16:46
The "Evergreen Siezenals" garden flag is selling for $39.98 at Lowe's. It features the phrase "cc0 summer 2023" and mfers characters and comes with a replica NFT that can be redeemed online. Bitcoin Hits One-Year High, Soars Past $31.3K
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2023. Jun. 23. 16:24
The largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization has been surging this week after three financial services giants filed applications for spot bitcoin ETFs. Sam Bankman-Fried Can't Subpoena Law Firm Fenwick & West for Documents, U.S. Judge Rules
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2023. Jun. 23. 16:13
The founder of collapsed crypto enterprise FTX had argued legal advice from the Silicon Valley law firm was "at the core" of the government's criminal allegations against him. SEC Sought Freeze Order Despite ‘No Evidence’ That Binance Was Moving U.S. Customer Funds
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2023. Jun. 23. 15:51
The SEC’s “pre-crime” litigation strategy seemed to annoy Judge Amy Jackson. Leveraged Bitcoin Futures ETF to Start Trading Tuesday, Sponsor Says
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2023. Jun. 23. 15:24
Volatility Shares’ 2x Bitcoin Strategy ETF (BITX) will become the first leveraged crypto ETF available in the United States after the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) let it go effective on Friday, an executive at the company told CoinDesk. Bitcoin Miner Applied Digital Signs AI Hosting Deal Worth Up to $460M
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2023. Jun. 23. 15:18
Shares of miner Applied Digital surged on Nasdaq as the firm announced a second AI cloud hosting deal. APLD Signs Artificial Intelligence Hosting Deal Worth Up to $460M
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2023. Jun. 23. 15:18
Shares of miner Applied Digital surged on Nasdaq as the firm announced a second AI cloud hosting deal. Coinbase Wins Supreme Court Ruling in Arbitration Lawsuit
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2023. Jun. 23. 15:05
Crypto exchange Coinbase won a reprieve from the U.S. Supreme Court on Friday, after the high court ruled that a lawsuit filed by one of the exchange's users couldn't proceed until Coinbase defends an appeal of a lower court ruling. Three Quarters of Jurisdictions Not Complying With Global Crypto Laundering Norms, FATF Says
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2023. Jun. 23. 15:02
The global anti-money laundering watchdog FATF said North Korea is using digital assets to fund weapons of mass destruction Will BlackRock's Bitcoin ETF Take the Spirit Out of the Honey Badger?
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2023. Jun. 23. 14:53
Financial advisors will want a simple story to tell. Circle Was Top Depositor Aided by SVB Government Rescue: Bloomberg
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2023. Jun. 23. 14:19
The FDIC guarantee included over $3.3 billion the USDC stablecoin issuer held at the lender. Bitcoin Cash Prices Spikes to Four-Month High; Open Interest Rises to 77%
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2023. Jun. 23. 12:26
Bitcoin Cash (BCH) has surged by 36.5% in the past three-days after EDX, the exchange backed by Fidelity, Schwab and Citadel, listed it alongside bitcoin (BTC), ether (ETH) and litecoin (LTC). Bitcoin Cash Prices Spikes to 4-Month High; Open Interest Rises to 77%
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2023. Jun. 23. 12:26
Bitcoin Cash (BCH) has surged by 36.5% in the past three-days after EDX, the exchange backed by Fidelity, Schwab and Citadel, listed it alongside bitcoin (BTC), ether (ETH) and litecoin (LTC). First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Might Take a Breather
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2023. Jun. 23. 12:10
The latest price moves in bitcoin (BTC) and crypto markets in context for June 23, 2023. First Mover is CoinDesk’s daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets. BCB Group's Deputy CEO Departs After Failed German Bank Merger
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2023. Jun. 23. 11:21
The crypto banking firm said last week that it had ended its planned acquisition of Germany’s Sutor Bank, citing regulatory delays and market conditions. BCB Group's Deputy CEO Departs After Failed German Bank Acquisition
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2023. Jun. 23. 11:21
The crypto banking firm said last week that it had ended its planned acquisition of Germany’s Sutor Bank, citing regulatory delays and market conditions. JPMorgan Expands Its Blockchain-Based Token to Euro Payments: Bloomberg
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2023. Jun. 23. 11:12
Since its inception in 2019, over $300 billion in transactions have been processed using JPM Coin. Crypto Ban May Not Be Best Approach to Balance Risk, Demand: IMF
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2023. Jun. 23. 10:17
The IMF recommended that countries focus on addressing the drivers of crypto demand and unmet digital payment needs in a post. Crypto.com Approved to Operate in Spain
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2023. Jun. 23. 10:11
The crypto exchange said it has registered as a virtual asset service provider with the country's central bank following a "comprehensive" compliance review. Alameda Seeks Return of $700M Paid to ‘Super Networkers’ for Celebrity, Political Access
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2023. Jun. 23. 08:41
Sam Bankman-Fried promised billions to Michael Kives and Bryan Baum after being awed by their connections to politicians, billionaires and reality TV stars. SEC Relinquishes $30M BlockFi Penalty Until Investors Are Repaid
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2023. Jun. 23. 08:26
The regulator agreed to forego the payment, owed as part of a settlement of charges against BlockFi, to maximize and speed up payments to investors. Only Bitcoin Miners With Low Power Costs and High Sustainable Energy Mix Will Survive: JPMorgan
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2023. Jun. 23. 08:21
Electricity costs played a vital role in the past year’s bear market as miners struggled to survive, the report said. CFTC Takes Action Against New York Resident for $21M Crypto Pooling Scam
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2023. Jun. 23. 08:17
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has filed an enforcement action against a New York city resident, William Koo Ichioka, for fraudulently misappropriating over $21 million from over 100 commodity pool participants' funds. Matrixport's Bitcoin Greed & Fear Index Surpasses 90%, Suggests Bull Breather Ahead
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2023. Jun. 23. 07:19
Historically, an above-90% reading on the index has coincided with interim market tops. First Mover Asia: Bitcoin Surge May 'Not Be the Beginning of the End of the Bear Market,' Analyst Says
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2023. Jun. 23. 01:19
ALSO: CoinDesk Senior Research Analyst George Kaloudis offers a straightforward explanation of why BlackRock and other financial services giants want to offer a spot bitcoin ETF. NFL Rivals Scores 1M Downloads for NFT-Based Mobile Game
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2023. Jun. 22. 21:38
NFL Rivals, a free-to-play game from Mythical Games, has managed to score over a million downloads despite debuting amidst a harsh crypto environment and in the off-season of the NFL itself. OPNX Files Defamation Lawsuit Against Mike Dudas, Issues Justice Tokens
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2023. Jun. 22. 21:29
The bankruptcy claims exchange from Kyle Davies and Su Zhu – the founders of failed hedge fund Three Arrows Capital – has also issued Justice Tokens that offer exposure to defamation lawsuits. Prime Trust Has 'Shortfall of Customer Funds,' Nevada Regulator Says
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2023. Jun. 22. 21:06
Crypto custody firm Prime Trust has "a shortfall in customer funds" and was unable to meet all withdrawal requests this month, the Nevada Department of Business and Industry said Thursday. Bitcoin Bobbles, Then Returns to Perch Above $30.1K as Investors Weigh ETF Prospects, Macroeconomic Data
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2023. Jun. 22. 20:30
A hawkish Bank of England rate hike and the latest U.S. jobless claims stirred markets little. A crypto executive writes that approval of a spot bitcoin ETF is “almost certain.” It’s Game On for Web3: How Gaming Will Onboard a Billion People
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2023. Jun. 22. 20:01
While other industries like entertainment and loyalty programs have the potential to onboard millions of new users into Web3, gaming provides fertile ground for the seeds of mass adoption. Gamers are already familiar with virtual currency and understand how to buy and earn in-game assets. And while there are nearly 8 billion people in the world, over 3 billion of us play video games pointing to a considerable amount of the population primed for a gamified digital future. Engaging the Masses: How Entertainment is Taking Web3 Mainstream
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2023. Jun. 22. 20:01
From creating rich NFT ecosystems to integrating crypto payments into existing models, entertainment giants, talent agencies and creative networks continue to find new ways to organically weave in Web3. Loyalty, Memberships and Ticketing: How NFTs Will Bring About Mass Adoption
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2023. Jun. 22. 20:01
The conversation around NFTs has shifted from speculation to utility. Now, major players have opted to use NFTs to power loyalty, membership and ticketing services, signaling positive signs for mass adoption. BlackRock Executive: Knowing Who Counterparties Are Is Key to Engaging Institutions in DeFi
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2023. Jun. 22. 19:33
BlackRock's views on KYC will likely carry weight in the ongoing struggle for regulation on the industry, given its ETF application. Solana-Based Crypto Lending Platform Jet Pivots to Fixed-Rate Term Lending
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2023. Jun. 22. 18:50
The project's new model uses an order book to match borrowers and lenders, relying on a market-based mechanism to set interest rates. Tron Founder Justin Sun Unstakes $30M of Ether from Lido, Sends Tokens to Huobi
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2023. Jun. 22. 18:37
Crypto wallets linked to Sun still hold some $543 million in Lido’s stETH token, according to Arkham Intelligence data. Brian Armstrong Envisions Coinbase to Eventually Become a 'Super-App'
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2023. Jun. 22. 17:03
Coinbase will look more like Tencent's WeChat than the simpler crypto exchange interface of today, Armstrong said. Brian Armstrong Envisions Coinbase Eventually Becoming a 'Super App'
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2023. Jun. 22. 17:03
Coinbase will look more like Tencent's WeChat than the simpler crypto exchange interface of today, Armstrong said. How Financial Advisors Can Navigate Crypto’s Turbulent Waters
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2023. Jun. 22. 16:55
FAs and RIAs shouldn’t run from crypto and digital assets, as long as they have the right playbook. Bitcoin’s Ferocious ETF-Fueled Rally Puts Ether at Weakest Price Versus BTC in 2 Months
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2023. Jun. 22. 16:38
The largest cryptocurrency by market cap has benefited from rising investor optimism following multiple filings for spot bitcoin ETFs and its omission from tokens listed in SEC lawsuits earlier this month. TrueUSD Says TUSD Stablecoin Has ‘No Exposure’ to Embattled Prime Trust
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2023. Jun. 22. 16:37
Stablecoin project TrueUSD said Thursday it had “no exposure” to embattled crypto services company Prime Trust as it raced to shore up confidence in its dollar-backed TUSD. Pepecoin Becomes Biggest Meme Coin Gainer With 70% Weekly Jump
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2023. Jun. 22. 16:25
The tokens racked up $800 million in trading volumes over the past 24 hours, data shows. This Is How Scammers Can Drain Your Crypto Wallet
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2023. Jun. 22. 15:44
Scammers use a variety of techniques to steal users’ money, some of which only require knowing your wallet address, a Forta Network researcher said. Northstake Raises $3M to Boost Institutional Crypto Staking
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2023. Jun. 22. 14:00
The 2.8 million-euro fundraise comes from PreSeed Ventures, Morph Capital, The Aventures Fund, Funfair Ventures and Delta Blockchain Fund. Startup Kaito Gets $87.5M Valuation in New Funding to Build AI Search Engine for Crypto
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2023. Jun. 22. 14:00
The search engine combines real-time data with large language models like ChatGPT. Crypto Custody Firm BitGo Cancels Acquisition of Rival Prime Trust
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2023. Jun. 22. 13:59
Prime Trust has been losing clients and deposits to competitors for weeks amid mounting concerns over its business, a source at one former client told CoinDesk. Wintermute Backs DEX Vertex Protocol in Strategic Investment
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2023. Jun. 22. 13:29
The amount of the investment wasn’t disclosed, and Wintermute will provide liquidity services to the decentralized exchange. Algorand Cuts Block Time After New Upgrade
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2023. Jun. 22. 13:00
The protocol upgrade includes several improvements intended to make application development faster and more cost-efficient. Crypto Friendly Xapo Bank Expands to India, Rest of South Asia
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2023. Jun. 22. 12:33
Xapo's CEO said the move "is in line with the positive shifts we are witnessing in Asia’s evolving crypto landscape." First Mover Americas: BTC Crosses $30K and Bitcoin Layer 2 Stacks Networks Gains 15%
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2023. Jun. 22. 12:18
The latest price moves in bitcoin (BTC) and crypto markets in context for June 22, 2023. First Mover is CoinDesk’s daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets. Digital Pound Should Be Interoperable with Crypto, U.K. Lobbyists Say
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2023. Jun. 22. 12:04
Stakeholders also want the Bank of England to consider tougher caps on individual digital pound holdings to prevent bank runs. Digital Pound Should Be Interoperable With Crypto, UK Lobbyists Say
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2023. Jun. 22. 12:04
Stakeholders also want the Bank of England to consider tougher caps on individual digital pound holdings to prevent bank runs. Animoca Brands' Anichess Secures $1.5M for Decentralized Chess Game
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2023. Jun. 22. 12:00
The game, launching in early 2024, was made in partnership with Chess.com. QCP Capital, SBI Alpha Execute First Uncleared Crypto Options Trade Using Bitcoin as Collateral
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2023. Jun. 22. 11:30
The trade was executed on the regulated Clear Markets platform and involved bitcoin as collateral. The risk management techniques involved were consistent with ISDA's requirements for uncleared derivatives. QCP Capital, SBI Alpha Execute First Uncleared Crypto Options Trade on Regulated Platform Using Bitcoin as Collateral
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2023. Jun. 22. 11:30
The trade was executed on the regulated Clear Markets platform and involved bitcoin as collateral. The risk management techniques involved were consistent with ISDA's requirements for uncleared derivatives. South Korean Crypto Yield Firm Haru Invest Fires More Than 100 Employees: Report
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2023. Jun. 22. 11:29
Earlier this month, Haru Invest halted withdrawals and deposits. Mastercard Focuses Its ‘Engage’ Program on Crypto
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2023. Jun. 22. 11:00
The expanded network helps bring new crypto card programs to market and creates crypto-to-fiat conversion capabilities, Mastercard said. Bitcoin's Price Bump to $30K Sees Short Traders Nurse Biggest Loss in 2 Months
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2023. Jun. 22. 10:57
“Bitcoin’s rally is part of a larger trend signaling a shift towards bitcoin as a distinctly strong and established store of value,” one investor said. Bitcoin Options Volume Jumps to $3.3B as Price Rallies to Two-Month High
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2023. Jun. 22. 09:18
Traders are scrambling for bitcoin calls or bullish bets after the cryptocurrency's sudden rally to nearly $31,000. Bitcoin Holdings in One Coinbase Custody Wallet Jumped by 2.5K After BlackRock ETF Filing
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2023. Jun. 22. 08:59
Trading volumes have seen a marked increase on Coinbase since the filing for a spot bitcoin ETF. Crédit Agricole’s CACEIS Gains Crypto Custody Registration in France
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2023. Jun. 22. 08:33
The traditional finance giant has been rumored to be seeking the status for years. Shiba Inu Introduces ‘Shibacals’ to Link NFTs to Real-World Items; SHIB Jumps
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2023. Jun. 22. 08:27
Developers shared plans for an NFC-linked authentication service in a Thursday update. First Mover Asia: Bitcoin Holds Firm Above $30.1K as Investors Relish BlackRock, Other Spot BTC ETF Filings
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2023. Jun. 22. 02:08
ALSO: Crypto may enduring "a crisis of confidence," but the recent filings for spot bitcoin ETFs by large institutional investors is a promising sign, said an eToro analyst. Ripple Obtains In-Principle Approval for Major Payments Institution License in Singapore
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2023. Jun. 22. 02:08
Authorities in Singapore have awarded 190 Major Payment licenses, and 11 of these have gone to Digital Payment Token companies. Puma, Gutter Cat Gang and LaMelo Ball Team Up to Release NFT Sneakers
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2023. Jun. 21. 21:49
The “GutterMelo MB.03” NFT sneakers are paired with a physical real-life sneaker counterpart and will be available to mint on OpenSea on June 29. Reviewing the Tether Documents
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2023. Jun. 21. 20:45
Last week, CoinDesk received documents in response to a New York state Freedom of Information Law request about the details of Tether’s reserves. These documents were released two years after our original filing in 2021 and only after a full-blown legal fight with Tether, which CoinDesk won in February. A Straightforward Explanation for Why Financial Giants Want to Issue a Spot Bitcoin ETF
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2023. Jun. 21. 20:44
Hint: It has to do with making money. Raft’s R Stablecoin Surges as Traders Embrace Liquid Staking Ether Products
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2023. Jun. 21. 20:07
While Raft is centered around its R stablecoin backed by Lido’s stETH, the team has had ongoing conversations about introducing RAFT, an additional token intended to empower community members and help decentralize the protocol NFT Creation Platform Zora Launches Creator-Focused Layer 2
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2023. Jun. 21. 19:33
Zora Network aims to make minting on its platform "faster, cheaper and more enjoyable," according to a press release. Bankrupt Hedge Fund 3AC's Return as a VC Stirring Up Crypto Community
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2023. Jun. 21. 19:02
3AC co-founder Kyle Davies told CoinDesk that the new entity aims to provide support for projects that are building for a decentralized future, but skeptics have recalled the original firm’s tainted past. Circle Restarts U.S. Treasury Purchases in BlackRock-Managed USDC Reserve Fund
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2023. Jun. 21. 18:12
Repurchase agreements will keep being part of the reserve fund, Circle’s chief financial officer said Wednesday during a company call. Bitcoin, Ether Fall Outside Howey Test Criteria
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2023. Jun. 21. 18:09
As a result, the SEC’s regulatory scrutiny may be more limited in scope. Why Short Sellers May Have a Hard Time Betting Against Tether
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2023. Jun. 21. 17:14
Crypto’s most controversial instrument enjoys some notable insulation from skeptical bets. First Animated Film Funded by a DAO Brings Nouns NFT Collection to Life
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2023. Jun. 21. 16:00
Led by former animators for Pixar, Netflix and Marvel, “The Rise of Blus: A Nouns Movie” has a budget of $2.75 million and is said to be the first animated film funded by a DAO. MakerDAO Boosts U.S. Treasury Holdings by $700M to Back DAI Stablecoin With Real-World Assets
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2023. Jun. 21. 15:39
The purchase is the latest step to increase the role of real-world assets in the platform’s DAI stablecoin reserve. German Intelligence Agency Releases NFT Collection to Recruit Talent
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2023. Jun. 21. 15:38
The Bundesnachrichtendienst (BND)’s dog-themed PFP collection can be acquired through a gamified treasure hunt, where participants must find a string of characters hidden by the agency. Bitcoin Breaks $30K Amid TradFi Push Into Crypto
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2023. Jun. 21. 15:36
The world's largest cryptocurrency by market value, bitcoin, had not reached levels above $30,000 since June 2022. ‘Storage Proofs’ Touted as Alternative to Hack-Prone Bridges in Multichain World
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2023. Jun. 21. 15:30
Storage proofs, a feature that could minimize cross-chain exploits by allowing users to keep their assets on one chain and prove that it's there on a different chain, will go live on Starknet soon. Starknet Foundation Appoints Meta Veteran Oliva as First CEO
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2023. Jun. 21. 15:28
The executive will help the non-profit promote growth within the Starknet ecosystem. Polygon Introduces AI Interface Powered by ChatGPT to Aid App Developers
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2023. Jun. 21. 15:26
The interface, called Polygon Copilot, will help developers obtain analytics and insights for their applications on the Polygon blockchain. Fed Chair Powell Says Central Bank Needs ‘Robust’ Role Overseeing U.S. Stablecoins
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2023. Jun. 21. 15:22
Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell argued for the need for strong central-bank oversight in stablecoin regulations being crafted by lawmakers in the House Financial Services Committee. Struct Finance Rolls Out Customizable Interest Rate Product for DeFi Users
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2023. Jun. 21. 15:00
The product will allow for traders to invest with both low and high risk appetites. Bitcoin Custody Firm Casa Rolls out Ethereum Support
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2023. Jun. 21. 15:00
Other Ethereum-related assets such as NFTs, ERC-20 tokens and stablecoins are also being considered for future rollouts. Central Banks Propose CBDC, Stablecoin Standards With Amazon, Grab Running Trials
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2023. Jun. 21. 14:26
The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), in collaboration with the IMF and other central banks, is proposing common conditions for retail payments with digital money on a distributed ledger. Binance Labs, CoinFund Lead $10M Round for Smart Contract Infrastructure Firm Neutron
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2023. Jun. 21. 14:00
The startup provides smart contract infrastructure for the Cosmos ecosystem. Binance Will Expand Zero-Fee Trading on TrueUSD after Minting $1B of TUSD
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2023. Jun. 21. 13:35
Binance crypto wallets hold some 90% of TUSD’s $3.1 billion market cap, according to blockchain data by Arkham Intelligence. Bitcoin Miner CleanSpark to Buy 2 Georgia Facilities for $9.3M
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2023. Jun. 21. 13:00
The new facilities are expected to add just under 1 EH/s to Nasdaq-listed CleanSpark's hashrate. Galaxy-Backed Investment Platform Truvius Taps CoinDesk Indices for Digital Asset Portfolios
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2023. Jun. 21. 13:00
The sectors Truvius will offer on its platform include currency, DeFi, smart contracts, and others based on CDI's Digital Asset Classification Standard. Crypto Exchange BIT Unveils Options Market for Cardano's ADA Token
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2023. Jun. 21. 13:00
BIT's unified margin system allows ADA holders to trade options at a discount. Bitcoin Crosses $29K for First Time in Over a Month
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2023. Jun. 21. 12:53
The world’s largest cryptocurrency has rallied over 8% in the last 24-hours on the back of various traditional finance players jumping into crypto. First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Rallies as TradFi Players Jump Into Crypto
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2023. Jun. 21. 12:24
The latest price moves in bitcoin (BTC) and crypto markets in context for June 21, 2023. First Mover is CoinDesk’s daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets. Crypto Robo-Adviser Hedgehog Launches as App With Gemini as Custodian
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2023. Jun. 21. 12:00
Hedgehog, which provides algorithm-driven financial guidance for cryptocurrency investors, has launched as an app on both iOS and Android systems. Tether Issues USDT on Kava Blockchain; KAVA Token Climbs 5%
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2023. Jun. 21. 10:35
Tether is looking to improve the stablecoin's liquidity across multiple blockchains. Arpa Network Goes Live on Ethereum Mainnet
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2023. Jun. 21. 10:18
ARPA Network will also initiate the minting of the remaining 500 million arpa (ARPA) tokens that have been reserved for staking rewards out of its max supply. Bitcoin Price Spikes to $138K on Binance.US
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2023. Jun. 21. 09:39
The exchange’s market depth has declined nearly 80% over the past month on regulatory woes. Crypto Sites Are Naming Fake Dispute Resolution Organizations: Canada’s Securities Regulator
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2023. Jun. 21. 09:22
Most organizations the regulator mentions have little or no online presence and, with one exception, aren’t working with any major crypto platforms. FTX’s Bankruptcy Fees Already Topped $200M, Court Examiner Says
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2023. Jun. 21. 09:11
Transforming a ‘smoldering heap of wreckage’ can cost good money, Katherine Stadler said. Digital Euro: The Bill Is Ready but Politicians Aren’t Convinced
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2023. Jun. 21. 08:00
A plan to legislate for the central bank digital currency may still be on track for publication, but there is still significant political skepticism about the purpose. Cardano, Ether Surge as Bitcoin-Led Rally Sees Short Traders Lose $125M
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2023. Jun. 21. 07:58
Crypto market capitalization rose 5% likely as sentiment rose on the back of two institutional bitcoin plays in the past week. Stablecoins, DeFi Likely to Be SEC’s Next Targets in U.S. Crypto Crackdown: Berenberg
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2023. Jun. 21. 07:32
If USD Coin is targeted by regulators, the impact on Coinbase revenue could be significant, the report said Bitcoin June 2024 Expiry Futures and Options in High Demand Due to Halving: Deribit
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2023. Jun. 21. 07:22
The Panama-based exchange will launch the June 2024 bitcoin futures and options contracts on Thursday at 08:00 UTC Invesco Reapplies for Bitcoin ETF, Advocates for More Crypto Investment Products
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2023. Jun. 21. 05:52
Invesco first filed for a Bitcoin ETF in the fall of 2021, but has since re-applied in light of BlackRock’s application. Flashbots Confirms Top Strategy Researcher Obadia to Depart Amid ‘Strategic’ Hiring Push
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2023. Jun. 20. 22:37
Obadia cited personal reasons for his departure but warned of "serious challenges" for Flashbots in a letter posted to Twitter. Crypto Exchange Backed by Fidelity, Schwab and Citadel Launches With Additional Investors
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2023. Jun. 20. 20:42
EDX Markets (EDX), which is backed by Fidelity Digital Assets, Charles Schwab and Citadel Securities has launched in the U.S. after building out its technology for the past nine months, the company announced Tuesday. Bitcoin’s Rally to $28K Causes the Largest Short Squeeze This Month
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2023. Jun. 20. 19:28
The price surge liquidated some $34 million of short positions in the past 24 hours, the most this month, CoinGlass data shows. Bitcoin’s Rally to $28K Spurred by Largest Short Squeeze This Month
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2023. Jun. 20. 19:28
The price surge liquidated some $34 million of short positions in the past 24 hours, the most this month, CoinGlass data shows. Nike Brings .SWOOSH to Fortnite's 240M Users With 'Airphoria' Virtual Experience
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2023. Jun. 20. 18:28
All Fortnite players who play this island for 10 minutes or more will receive the Air Max 1 '86 Back Bling digital sneaker. Polygon Proposes POS Chain To Become ZK Compatible
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2023. Jun. 20. 18:28
In a pre-proposal discussion post, Polygon co-founder Mihailo Bjelic argues why the mainchain should go through a major upgrade. EU Commission’s Digital Euro Bill Back on Track for June 28, Lead Official Says
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2023. Jun. 20. 17:47
The European Commission is back on track to publish legislation on a digital euro on June 28, after the controversial topic was previously removed from the executive’s agenda, the bloc’s lead financial services official said on Tuesday. University of Nicosia Lets Students Become ‘Masters of the Metaverse’
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2023. Jun. 20. 17:47
The Cyprus-based university is building on its roster of blockchain degrees, teaching students how to design and manage virtual worlds with its Master of Science (MSc) in Metaverse degree. Deutsche Bank Applies for Digital Asset License in Germany as TradFi Pushes Further Into Crypto
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2023. Jun. 20. 17:41
Banking giant Deutsche Bank AG has applied for regulatory permission to operate as a crypto custodian in Germany, the bank said Tuesday. EU Commission Brushes Off 'Data Act' Fears by Crypto Industry
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2023. Jun. 20. 17:28
New rules could kill off permissionless smart contracts, the industry worries. Web3 Charity Teddy DAO is Raising Money Through Daily NFT Auctions
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2023. Jun. 20. 16:05
Teaming up with fundraising platform JustGiving, Teddy DAO will hold a daily auction of teddy bear NFTs, allowing the buyer to donate proceeds to a charity of their choosing. GBTC Share Price Soars, Discount Narrows to Multi-Month Low on BlackRock ETF Filing Optimism
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2023. Jun. 20. 15:46
Investors turned optimistic about Grayscale allowing redemptions in the future after BlackRock’s filing for spot bitcoin ETF last week, one analyst said. Crypto Exchange Gemini to Expand Asia-Pacific Operations to Capture 'Next Wave' of Growth
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2023. Jun. 20. 14:21
The company plans to expand in Asia-Pacific (APAC), a region it sees as driving the “next wave of growth for crypto.” Bitcoin Miner Iris Energy Revives High-Performance Computing Strategy Amid Booming Interest in AI
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2023. Jun. 20. 14:18
Miners are increasingly looking to fill data center space with AI and cloud computing. Cardano's ADA Paints 'Death Cross' Amid Regulatory Uncertainty
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2023. Jun. 20. 13:27
Moving average crossovers are lagging Indicators. That said, the latest death cross is consistent with the dour regulatory outlook. Australian Payment Provider Cuscal Imposes New Restrictions on Crypto; Industry Body Criticizes Move
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2023. Jun. 20. 13:13
Payments provider Cuscal, through its partner Zepto, has brought new banking restrictions on cryptocurrency exchanges in Australia. Startup Arbol Unveils AI and Blockchain-Powered Climate Insurance Platform
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2023. Jun. 20. 13:00
The market for climate insurance is estimated to triple in the next decade. First Mover Americas: Tokenization Might Be a $5T Opportunity: Bernstein
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2023. Jun. 20. 12:12
The latest price moves in bitcoin (BTC) and crypto markets in context for June 20, 2023. First Mover is CoinDesk’s daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets. Unified Ledger for CBDCs, Tokenized Assets Could Enhance Global Financial System: BIS
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2023. Jun. 20. 11:00
“This would be a game-changer in how we think about money and how transactions take place,” said the central bank group’s Head of Research Hyun Song Shin. Atomic Wallet Hackers Use THORChain to Conceal Stolen $35M Funds
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2023. Jun. 20. 10:55
Hackers that targeted crypto wallet Atomic Wallet in a $35 million heist earlier this month have used THORChain and Swft bridge to conceal their ill-gotten gain, according to blockchain sleuth MistTrack. Bitcoin Is Becoming Illiquid at 147K a Month in Signal of Steady Accumulation
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2023. Jun. 20. 10:17
"The market appears to be in a period of quiet accumulation, which suggests an undercurrent of demand," one analyst said. Japan’s Crypto Exchanges Push for 10 Times Leverage on Margin Trading: Bloomberg
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2023. Jun. 20. 09:40
The push for revised margin trading caps aims to attract diverse traders, including institutional investors, while enhancing market liquidity. Binance Sets Up Bitcoin Lightning Nodes to Ease Deposits and Withdrawals
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2023. Jun. 20. 09:37
A host of crypto exchanges have set up their own Lightning nodes in recent months to offer faster bitcoin transactions to users. Australian Data Center Startup Arkon Expands to U.S. With $26M in Fresh Funding
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2023. Jun. 20. 09:25
CEO Joshua Payne said he expects the acquisition of a data center in Hannibal, Ohio to be "the first of several" over the next year. Latest Cardano Node Upgrade Goes Live on Mainnet
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2023. Jun. 20. 08:29
The upgrade 8.1.1 also contains software patches for minor issues from a previous node version. Bitcoin Holds Steady as China Rate Cut Fails to Encourage Risk Taking
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2023. Jun. 20. 07:42
The risk-off mood is probably the market's way of telling China that rate cuts of 10 basis points are not enough to spur the slowing economy. Tokenization Could be a $5T Opportunity Led by Stablecoins and CBDCs: Bernstein
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2023. Jun. 20. 06:46
About 2% of global money supply, via stablecoins and CBDCs, could be tokenized over the next five years, which is about $3 trillion, the report said. Alibaba's Crypto Friendly Joseph Tsai Set to Become Chairman
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2023. Jun. 20. 06:14
Joe Tsai, one of Alibaba’s founders, has been an active Web3 investor and once tweeted “I like Crypto.” First Ever Canadian Bitcoin Conference Wraps up in Toronto
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2023. Jun. 20. 05:54
The event attracted over 300 attendees and a diverse array of exhibitors, according to conference organizers, signaling continued interest in the cryptocurrency despite past criticism of Bitcoin by Canada’s Prime Minister and tighter exchange regulation. First Mover Asia: Bitcoin 'Looks Vulnerable': Analyst
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2023. Jun. 20. 00:44
The largest crypto by market value ticked upward to $26.8K as Asia markets opened. ALSO: A Financial Times report Monday raised fresh questions about the appropriateness of crypto exchanges operating market makers. Blockchain Security Firm CertiK Found an Infinite Loop Bug in Sui Network
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2023. Jun. 19. 17:03
The bug was found before Sui mainnet was live and the foundation granted a $500,000 award for the discovery. Ethereum Scanner Etherscan Adds OpenAI-Based Tool to Analyze Smart Contract Source Code
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2023. Jun. 19. 15:34
The tool is meant for informational purposes only, Etherscan said. UK Crypto, Stablecoin Laws Approved by Parliament's Upper House
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2023. Jun. 19. 14:39
The Financial Services and Markets Bill stands to recognize crypto as a regulated activity and stablecoins as a means of payment. EU Legislation for Digital Euro Is Put on Hold: Source
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2023. Jun. 19. 13:45
A bill covering privacy and distribution of the central bank digital currency, originally scheduled for June 28, will be delayed Crypto Investment Products Witness 9th Straight Week of Outflows: CoinShares
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2023. Jun. 19. 13:36
Altcoins witnessed inflows totalling $2.4 million, according to the report. Investment Firm Republic Buys Stake in Crypto Broker-Dealer INX at $50M Valuation
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2023. Jun. 19. 13:32
Republic will acquire around a 9.5% stake in INX following the initial investment, with a commitment to acquire of 100% of equity at a valuation of $120 million as early as Q3 this year.. Do Kwon Sentenced to 4 Months Jail in Montenegro Document Forgery Case
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2023. Jun. 19. 13:11
The court has also ordered the confiscation of two Costa Rican passports, two Belgian passports and two identity cards belonging to Kwon and fellow Terra executive Han Chang-Joon. UK Financial Watchdog Cancels Binance Permissions on Firm's Request
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2023. Jun. 19. 13:06
U.K.'s Financial Conduct Authority said Binance's local unit is no longer authorized to provide any regulated services in the country. BNB Chain Releases Layer 2 Testnet Based on Optimism's OP Stack
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2023. Jun. 19. 13:00
Developers expect the opBNB blockchain to reach speeds of 4,000 transactions per second at a targeted cost of 0.005 U.S. cents per transaction. IMF Official Presents Blueprint for Cross-Border CBDCs
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2023. Jun. 19. 13:00
The international organization wants to help cut the cost of cross-border transactions, without abandoning compliance checks or capital controls. First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Trades Flat, Altcoins Nurse Losses
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2023. Jun. 19. 12:19
The latest price moves in bitcoin (BTC) and crypto markets in context for June 19, 2023. First Mover is CoinDesk’s daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets. Ethereum Developers Propose Raising Validator Limit to 2,048 Ether From 32 Ether
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2023. Jun. 19. 12:19
Low validator limits have led to waiting times of over one month, as of Monday. Bitcoin Could Benefit From These 3 Bullish Tailwinds
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2023. Jun. 19. 12:12
The path of least resistance for bitcoin may be on the higher side due to inter-market factors, optimism from BlackRock's ETF filing and safe haven flows. France's Markets Regulator Backs Global Rules for DeFi
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2023. Jun. 19. 10:11
The AMF wants industry stakeholders to contribute to a discussion about its views on supervising DeFi, DAOs and associated risks. Crypto Market Regulatory Uncertainty Overshadows Blockchain Development: Bank of America
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2023. Jun. 19. 08:27
The bank said it expects blockchain infrastructure and tokenization to transform financial and non-financing infrastructure and markets over the next five to 10 years. Ethereum Layer 2 Network zkSync Era's Locked Value Surpasses $500M
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2023. Jun. 19. 07:54
The total value locked has increased by 12% in one week, according to data source L2Beat. Hinman Documents Release in SEC-Ripple Case Is a Boost to Ether: JPMorgan
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2023. Jun. 19. 07:52
The documents are likely to intensify the move among major cryptocurrencies to become more decentralized and look more like ether, the report said. Meme Coin BOB Tanks 45% After Elon Musk Calls its Twitter Bot Account a 'Scam'
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2023. Jun. 19. 07:21
Musk had previously engaged with the Bob token bot several times, aiding a value rise. Crypto Community Donates $1M to Sleuth ZachXBT After Defamation Lawsuit
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2023. Jun. 19. 06:17
Backers include the likes of prominent crypto businesses and personalities such as Binance, CertiK and Justin Sun, among others. First Mover Asia: Bitcoin Slips Back to $26.3K in Weekend Trading as Investors Weigh Potential Interest Rate Decisions
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2023. Jun. 19. 01:26
The largest crypto by market cap benefited from last week's pause in interest rate hikes, but a market analyst suggests that cuts may be necessary for prices to rise significantly in the future. ALSO: Indonesia updates its list of digital assets approved for trading in the country. Binance, SEC Strike Deal to Move All U.S. Customer Funds, Wallet Keys Back Onshore
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2023. Jun. 17. 05:12
Binance, Binance.US and the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced a deal to ensure that only Binance.US employees could access customer funds late Friday. Judge Signs Off on Binance, SEC Deal to Move All U.S. Customer Funds, Wallet Keys Back Onshore in Lieu of Restraining Order
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2023. Jun. 17. 05:12
Binance, Binance.US and the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced a deal to ensure that only Binance.US employees could access customer funds late Friday. CFTC to Review Prediction Market Kalshi’s Contracts to Bet on Control of Congress
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2023. Jun. 16. 22:57
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission will decide on June 26 whether to start a formal 90-day review of prediction market provider KalshiEX’s contract that allows users to bet on which party takes control of the U.S. Congress. Crypto Detective ZachXBT Faces Defamation Lawsuit
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2023. Jun. 16. 21:59
MachiBigBrother has sued ZachXBT for an investigation the latter published in June 2022 alleging the trader stole tens of millions of dollars worth of crypto. BlackRock’s Spot Bitcoin ETF Not The Same As Grayscale’s Product, Experts Say
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2023. Jun. 16. 20:44
Exchange Traded Fund (ETF) terminology can sometimes be tricky, and fund management giant BlackRock’s application for a spot Bitcoin ETF has raised some questions. BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF Would Be a Big Deal
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2023. Jun. 16. 20:30
And it doesn’t really matter if it’s technically a trust. Bitcoin Recrosses $26.3K to Hit Highest Level in a Week Amid BlackRock Optimism
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2023. Jun. 16. 18:37
Markets surged for a second time in the less than 24 hours following the fund management giant’s announcement that it had filed paperwork for the formation of a spot bitcoin ETF. Coinbase Policy Chief Shirzad Squares Off With SEC Enforcement Director Grewal
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2023. Jun. 16. 18:13
A sneak peek of the looming crypo regulatory prize fight highlights that everyone is talking past each other. GBTC Discount Narrows After BlackRock’s Filing for Spot Bitcoin ETF
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2023. Jun. 16. 16:58
Fund manager Grayscale is currently in a legal standoff with the SEC after the agency denied an application to convert the Grayscale Bitcoin Trust (GBTC) into an exchange-traded fund. DeFi Credit Protocol Concordia Raises $4M in Round Led by Tribe, Kraken
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2023. Jun. 16. 16:21
Concordia, now live in public testnet on Aptos, offers a multi-chain risk and collateral management platform for digital assets. DeFi Credit Protocol Concordia Raises $4M in Round Led by Tribe, Kraken Ventures
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2023. Jun. 16. 16:21
Concordia, now live in public testnet on Aptos, offers a multi-chain risk and collateral management platform for digital assets. The $11M NFT Auction and Snoop Dogg’s Evolving Collection
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2023. Jun. 16. 16:06
Rapper Snoop Dogg has released new NFTs that evolve in utility throughout his tour this summer, while Sotheby’s concluded a successful second 3AC NFT auction, including $6.2M for Dmitri Cherniak’s “The Goose.” U.S. Banking Watchdog Makes Case for Tokenization, Just Not on Public Blockchains
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2023. Jun. 16. 15:54
Self-styled crypto skeptic Michael Hsu, the acting head of the U.S. Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), said tokenization of assets is a serious advance into the future of finance, but decentralized blockchains may be too problematic to handle that movement. What Winter? Institutions’ Crypto View Rosier Than You Think
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2023. Jun. 16. 15:54
Nomura’s global survey shows that commitment to digital assets remains strong outside the U.S., offering a way forward for the sector, says Michael Casey. Politics Is Interested in Crypto, Even if Crypto Isn't Interested in Politics
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2023. Jun. 16. 15:41
If U.S. policymakers want to help direct crypto, benefitting consumers an innovation, they will need to learn to compromise, says John Rizzo. BlackRock May Have Found Way to Get SEC Approval for Spot Bitcoin ETF
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2023. Jun. 16. 15:32
Blackrock’s (BLK) iShares Bitcoin Trust application to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) this week might stand a better chance than previous attempts by other fund managers thanks to the promise of a “surveillance-sharing agreement” between exchanges. Tether’s Banking Relationships, Commercial Paper Exposure Detailed in Newly Released Legal Documents
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2023. Jun. 16. 15:11
Tether's banking relationships were detailed in a rare but limited window into the reserves behind USDT, the crypto market’s largest stablecoin, in documents obtained by CoinDesk under a Freedom of Information Law request. Blockchain Anti-Counterfeiting Trials ‘Promising,’ EU Agency Says
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2023. Jun. 16. 14:26
The European Union's intellectual property office EUIPO wants traders and customs authorities to use open-source tools to authenticate branded goods. Crypto Traders Flock to OTC Markets as Exchange Liquidity Dries Up Amid Regulatory Clampdown
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2023. Jun. 16. 13:50
crypto traders flock to OTC First Mover Americas: BlackRock Files for a Spot Bitcoin ETF
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2023. Jun. 16. 12:23
The latest price moves in bitcoin (BTC) and crypto markets in context for June 16, 2023. First Mover is CoinDesk’s daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets. Binance Under Investigation in France for 'Aggravated' Money Laundering
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2023. Jun. 16. 10:42
Binance is accused of illegally canvassing local customers outside of the legal framework, and for implementing poor money laundering checks. Professional Investors Still Have an Appetite for Digital Assets: Survey
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2023. Jun. 16. 10:10
A survey by Nomura’s digital asset subsidiary shows investors overwhelmingly say digital assets represent an important diversification opportunity. Central Banks Successfully Test Over 30 CBDC Use Cases, Including Offline Payments
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2023. Jun. 16. 09:00
An API layer could facilitate a wide range of central bank digital currency payment scenarios, a Bank for International Settlements and Bank of England experiment has shown. Binance to Quit Netherlands After Failing to Acquire License
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2023. Jun. 16. 08:40
The crypto exchange's attempt to secure a virtual asset service provider (VASP) license from the Dutch regulator was unsuccessful. Bitcoin Shorts Lose $16M as BlackRock ETF Filing Sparks Bullish Outlook
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2023. Jun. 16. 06:39
Total crypto market capitalization rose nominally with dogecoin (DOGE) leading gains among major tokens. Avantgarde, Agio Digital Unveil Institutional Onchain Funds Platform
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2023. Jun. 16. 04:01
The platform will allow for users to set up fully regulated on-chain funds. OKCoin Accused by FDIC of Making False Claims About Customer Protections
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2023. Jun. 16. 02:58
OKCoin must scrub misleading statements that suggest its customers’ accounts are protected by the U.S. Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. (FDIC), the U.S. banking regulator ordered late Thursday, complaining the company is making false claims. U.S. Court Will Rule on Terraform Labs' Push to Dismiss SEC Lawsuit Within a Month
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2023. Jun. 16. 01:57
Was UST a security because it was designed for practical uses rather than as an investment? First Mover Asia: Hong Kong as Crypto Hub? The City's Strict Banking Requirements May Be an Obstacle
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2023. Jun. 16. 00:08
A Hong Kong-based entrepreneur says that while the digital assets regulation is "overall friendly," banking regulations will make the industry's growth there difficult. ALSO: Bitcoin surges post-BlackRock iShares ETF filing but the rally sputters. Do Kwon to Remain in Custody While Montenegro Courts Consider Extradition Request: Report
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2023. Jun. 15. 22:14
Courts in the country approved bail for the Terraform Labs founder, but a South Korea extradition request is set to keep him in jail. Do Kwon to Remain in Custody While Montenegro Courts Consider Extradition Request
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2023. Jun. 15. 22:14
Courts in the country approved bail for the Terraform Labs founder, but a South Korea extradition request is set to keep him in jail. Bitcoin Jumps Past $25.7K After BlackRock iShares ETF Filing
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2023. Jun. 15. 21:45
The largest cryptocurrency rose more than 1.3% in the hour after the announcement. Sotheby's Second 3AC NFT Sale Nets $10.9M, With 'The Goose' Alone Netting $6.2M
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2023. Jun. 15. 21:25
Ringers #879, a seminal NFT artwork often referred to as "The Goose," far outpaced estimates and sold for $tk. BlackRock's iShares Files Paperwork for Spot Bitcoin ETF
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2023. Jun. 15. 21:08
The SEC has rejected numerous attempts by other fund companies to launch a spot bitcoin ETF. Bitcoin Regains Ground to Reach $25.2K, but Investors Remain Jittery About U.S. Economy, Monetary Policy
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2023. Jun. 15. 20:42
Tether’s USDT stablecoin loses its $1 peg, while other major cryptos spend their day in red territory. Dmitri Cherniak's 'The Goose' NFT Sells at Sotheby's Auction for $6.2M
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2023. Jun. 15. 20:26
The NFT was purchased by 3AC co-founders Su Zhu and Kyle Davies in August 2021 for about 1,800 ETH – worth roughly $5.8 million at the time. MakerDAO Hikes DAI Savings Rate, Ousts Paxos Dollar, Curbs Gemini Dollar in Reserve
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2023. Jun. 15. 20:17
The move could redefine baseline interest rates in the DeFi space, spurring higher stablecoin lending rates and making leverage more expensive, one analyst noted. Crypto Lobbyists Ask SEC for Info on Prometheum, The Mysterious 'Regulated' Crypto Firm
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2023. Jun. 15. 19:55
The “regulated crypto exchange” backed Gary Gensler’s viewpoint in front of Congress. But are they for real? Mick Mulvaney-Linked Astra Protocol Faces Investor Backlash Over ‘Severely Deficient Communication’
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2023. Jun. 15. 19:42
Astra Protocol, provider of Web3 compliance solutions, previously had a dispute with investor Republic Crypto over an alleged token sale. Crypto Lender Abra Has Been Insolvent for Months, State Regulators Say
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2023. Jun. 15. 19:33
Crypto lender Abra has been insolvent since at least March 31, 2023, state securities regulators alleged on Thursday. Binance.US Cuts Staff After SEC Suit, Citing ‘Very Costly Litigation Process’
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2023. Jun. 15. 18:53
Binance cuts staff. EigenLayer’s Restaking Smart Contracts Reach Max Limit on Same Day as Mainnet Launch, Pulling in $16M
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2023. Jun. 15. 18:36
Notable depositors into EigenLayer’s pools include one address that deployed the U.S.-sanctioned Tornado Cash money mixing tool and another address associated with Hassan Bassiri, former vice president of portfolio management at crypto hedge fund Arca, per Nansen. Jack Dorsey-Backed Bitcoin Wallet Bitkey To Integrate With Coinbase and Cash App
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2023. Jun. 15. 18:29
Public beta testing will begin in a few weeks according to parent company Block. Ripple, SEC Seem to Agree About Not Taking Hinman Speech Seriously
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2023. Jun. 15. 18:16
Ripple Labs and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) seem to be on the same page about the documents known as the Hinman Emails: The former official’s past remarks shouldn’t govern current policy. Following Second Arrest, Trump NFT Project Says 'NOW' Is Time to Claim Prizes
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2023. Jun. 15. 16:38
Two days after Donald Trump became the first U.S. president to be charged with a federal crime, his NFT project, Trump Digital Collectible Cards, let people know that it was not letting his second arrest stop them from awarding prizes associated with the project. Aave's Decentralized Social Media Platform Lens Protocol Releases New Governance Model
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2023. Jun. 15. 16:05
Lens Improvement Proposals (LIPs), which is inspired by Ethereum and Aave, is an attempt to create a framework for developers, creators and users to participate and have a voice in the decision-making process of Len’s future development. Unveiling the Uniswap Foundation's Bridge Report: Winners and Losers
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2023. Jun. 15. 16:00
Wormhole and Axelar take top honors after a months-long assessment process aimed at addressing concerns with Uniswap’s previous bridge selection practices. Crypto Trading Volumes Drop in Q2 to Yearly Lows
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2023. Jun. 15. 15:32
Bitcoin, the world’s largest cryptocurrency, lost the most market share of trading volume in the second quarter of this year. Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong’s ResearchHub Startup Raises $5M in Funding
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2023. Jun. 15. 15:07
The Series A round was led by Open Source Software Capital with participation from Boost VC, RedHat's Bob Young and others. Former FTX Ventures Head Amy Wu Joins Menlo Ventures
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2023. Jun. 15. 14:54
The 47-year-old firm has $5 billion in assets and has backed the likes of Uber and Roku. EU to Consult on Crypto Complaints, Conflict of Interest Rules in July
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2023. Jun. 15. 14:06
The bloc’s securities-market authority ESMA is to fill in the details of the flagship crypto law MiCA BlackRock Close to Filing for Bitcoin ETF Application: Source
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2023. Jun. 15. 13:01
BlackRock will be using Coinbase (COIN) Custody for the ETF and the crypto exchange’s spot market data for pricing, the source said. Polkadot Revamps Governance System, Removes ‘First Class Citizen’ Voting Groups
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2023. Jun. 15. 13:00
The new Polkadot OpenGov system allows multiple voting tracks to take place simultaneously without bottlenecks. Mining Pools Are the New Mixers For Cybercriminals: Chainalysis
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2023. Jun. 15. 13:00
Hackers have a new way to recycle their ill-gotten crypto gains. Polygon Labs Rolls Out Open Database for Blockchain Use Cases
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2023. Jun. 15. 13:00
Polygon Labs, the Ethereum scaling platform, has launched an open database showcasing positive use cases of blockchain on any application. Wallet Linked to Curve Founder Repays $1.3M to Aave Amid CRV Token Decline
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2023. Jun. 15. 12:53
Lending protocol Aave DAO has already been recommended to “freeze” millions worth of CRV tokens. First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Tumbles Below $25K
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2023. Jun. 15. 12:16
The latest price moves in bitcoin (BTC) and crypto markets in context for June 15, 2023. First Mover is CoinDesk’s daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets. Cross-Chain Bridge deBridge Launches App for Trading Without Liquidity Pools
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2023. Jun. 15. 12:00
The DLN app is now live with support for Ethereum, Arbitrum, Polygon, Fantom, BNB Chain, and Avalanche. Colombia’s Central Bank Partners with Ripple to Explore Blockchain Use Cases
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2023. Jun. 15. 12:00
The Latin American country will conduct a pilot to test Ripple's technology for its high-value payments system. EU’s Leaked Digital Euro Bill Outlaws Interest, Large Holdings, Programmability
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2023. Jun. 15. 10:34
The central bank digital currency must be usable offline from day 1 to safeguard privacy, the draft law says. Bitcoin Halving History Provides Little Guidance on Outcome: Coinbase
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2023. Jun. 15. 10:13
The block reward halving event is often viewed positively as it enhances the cryptocurrency’s prospective scarcity, the report said. Crypto Exchange OKX Wins Preparatory License in Dubai, Set to Boost Staff
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2023. Jun. 15. 10:00
Once the so-called MVP license becomes operational, OKX Middle East will offer spot, derivatives, and fiat services, including U.S. dollar and UAE dirham deposits and withdrawals. Crypto Exchange Bybit Integrates ChatGPT Into Trading Tools
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2023. Jun. 15. 10:00
Traders will be able to analyze market data with the tool. XRP, ADA Lead Declines in Major Cryptocurrencies as Bitcoin Drops Below $25K
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2023. Jun. 15. 08:26
Losses on major tokens extended to over 7.4% in the past 24 hours, data shows. Crypto Lender Celsius Updates Bankruptcy Plan After Fahrenheit Deal
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2023. Jun. 15. 08:24
The new filing is set to face legal opposition from borrowers. USDT Selling on Curve, Uniswap Spooks Traders Amid Bitcoin Drop
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2023. Jun. 15. 06:55
USDT holdings on Curve’s popular ‘3pool’ have risen to over 72% as of Thursday morning, suggesting a sudden disbalance. 3AC Seeks Contempt of Court Ruling on Founder Kyle Davies For Failing to Respond
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2023. Jun. 15. 06:04
Ignoring a subpoena warrants a fine of $10,000 per day, the estate of his hedge fund argues Crypto Exchange Bit2Me Raises $15M to Grow in Spain and Latin America
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2023. Jun. 15. 06:00
The investment round included Telefónica Ventures, the investment arm of Spain’s largest telecommunications company Telefónica. Hong Kong Put Pressure on Three Major Banks to Take on Crypto Exchanges as Clients: Report
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2023. Jun. 15. 05:57
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) is putting pressure on HSBC, Standard Chartered and Bank of China to take on crypto exchanges as clients. Hong Kong Put Pressure on 3 Major Banks to Take On Crypto Exchanges as Clients: Report
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2023. Jun. 15. 05:57
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) is putting pressure on HSBC, Standard Chartered and Bank of China to take on crypto exchanges as clients. U.S. Justice Department Agrees to Try Sam Bankman-Fried on Original Charges Only for Now
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2023. Jun. 15. 04:50
Prosecutors with the U.S. Department of Justice wrote late Wednesday night that they would agree to try FTX founder and former CEO Sam Bankman-Fried on only the original eight charges filed in January after a court in the Bahamas blocked the local government from agreeing to additional charges. First Mover Asia: Large Bitcoin Holders Content to Hold Long Positions Amid Regulatory Turmoil
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2023. Jun. 15. 01:06
Balances for whale investors indicate that investors are holding on to their crypto assets, despite recent uncertainty; BTC regains $25K. Bitcoin Friendly Miami Mayor Francis Suarez Jumps Into Presidential Race
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2023. Jun. 15. 00:26
Suarez joins an increasingly crowded field as a longshot candidate for the Republican nomination. The mayor once accepted a paycheck in bitcoin. XRP Tumbles 8%, Erasing Price Gains from ‘Hinman Emails’ in Ripple Lawsuit
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2023. Jun. 14. 22:36
The token fell to as low as 46.18 cents, its lowest level this month, as crypto markets sold off Wednesday afternoon. ApeCoin DAO Special Council Six-Figure Salaries Sparks Tension
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2023. Jun. 14. 21:51
The decentralized autonomous organization behind ApeCoin, the native currency of the Bored Ape Yacht Club ecosystem, pays each member of its Special Council $20,833 per month. AI Crypto Tokens Lose Steam as Post-Nvidia Earnings Hype Wears Off
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2023. Jun. 14. 21:36
Render (RNDR) token has risen as a “unique case,” said an analyst. Apple Rejects Bitcoin Wallet Zeus a Day After Threatening to Delist Damus
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2023. Jun. 14. 21:13
The tech giant cited transmission of a virtual currency without necessary licenses and permissions as the primary reason for the app’s rejection, according to Zeus’ founder. Brazil Appoints Central Bank and Securities Commission as Crypto Market Regulators
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2023. Jun. 14. 20:40
The executive branch issued a decree with directives following the approval of a crypto law in December 2022. Bitcoin Sinks to 25.5K, Altcoins Tumble, as Investors Shrug Off Fed Rate Hike Pause
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2023. Jun. 14. 20:37
Ether tumbled below $1.7K just two hours after the U.S. central bank met widespread expectations by ending its more than year-long diet of interest rate increases. Bitcoin Sinks Below 25K, Altcoins Tumble, as Investors Shrug Off Fed Rate Hike Pause
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2023. Jun. 14. 20:37
Ether tumbled below $1.7K just two hours after the U.S. central bank met widespread expectations by ending its more than year-long diet of interest rate increases. DeFi Platform EigenLayer Rolls Out Restaking Protocol on Ethereum Mainnet
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2023. Jun. 14. 19:39
Seattle-based decentralized finance (DeFi) platform EigenLayer has deployed its restaking protocol on the Ethereum mainnet, according to a press release. Crypto Prime Broker FPG Loses Up to $20M in Cyber Attack
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2023. Jun. 14. 19:10
FPG told customers via email that it had ceased trading, deposits and withdrawals after experiencing a cyber security incident on Sunday, June 11. Fed Leaves Policy on Hold, Ending Long String of Rate Hikes
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2023. Jun. 14. 18:04
The U.S. central bank signaled it might restart rate hikes in coming months if inflation doesn't continue to recede. Gary Gensler’s Catch-22 Vision of ‘Regulated’ Crypto Brokers
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2023. Jun. 14. 17:45
The SEC-registered trading platform Prometheum pitched the House on Gary Gensler's vision. But skeptical legislators highlighted that the platform won't offer major assets, including Bitcoin. MakerDAO Weighs Ditching $390M of Gemini Dollars from DAI Reserve
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2023. Jun. 14. 17:03
The result could have a significant impact on Gemini and its stablecoin as MakerDAO’s reserve holds roughly 88% of total GUSD supply. BCB Group Abandons Sutor Bank Acquisition on Regulatory Delay
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2023. Jun. 14. 16:10
The payments processor also cited crypto market conditions as a reason for the exit. Ethereum Ecosystem Is Getting Busier, Not Quieter, Amid Layer 2 Shift
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2023. Jun. 14. 16:00
Many transactions are getting offloaded onto layer-2 blockchains, and those should be included in any analysis of the Ethereum ecosystem. A Crypto Lesson From George Soros Amid Binance and Coinbase Accusations
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2023. Jun. 14. 16:00
Positioning and expectations explain why the Binance case drove prices down but markets rebounded after Coinbase. The Graph Starts Migrating its Settlement Layer to Arbitrum from Ethereum
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2023. Jun. 14. 16:00
The transition is aimed at reducing barriers of entry for The Graph’s users by decreasing gas costs and speeding up transactions. The Graph Migrates its Settlement Layer to Arbitrum from Ethereum
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2023. Jun. 14. 16:00
The transition is aimed at reducing barriers of entry for The Graph’s users by decreasing gas costs and speeding up transactions. ‘Distributed Validator Technology’ Marks Last Key Milestone in Ethereum’s Current Era
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2023. Jun. 14. 15:30
The technology known as DVT involves splitting a validator's private key across several node operators. The goal is to increase the network's resilience – while also protect the individual validators – by reducing single points of failure. Blockchain Developer Platform Alchemy Releases AI-Powered Tools for Web3 Builders
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2023. Jun. 14. 14:00
AlchemyAI will launch as two new products – an in-app chatbot and a ChatGPT plugin – to help web3 developers access data faster and speed up product development. Strike Expands Lightning-Powered Cross-Border Payments to Mexico
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2023. Jun. 14. 14:00
The company says Mexico is the largest market for remittances from the U.S. Interoperability Protocol Connext Labs Raises $7.5M at $250M Valuation
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2023. Jun. 14. 14:00
Connext said it is "building the HTTP of Web3" to create a communication layer across different blockchain networks. Binance.US, SEC Ordered to Start Negotiations Wednesday Amid Asset Freeze Tussle
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2023. Jun. 14. 13:58
A U.S. federal judge on Tuesday rejected SEC's request to order a freeze on Binance.US' assets – provided the parties could agree on limits. Binance Seeks to Withdraw Cyprus' Unit Crypto Service Registration
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2023. Jun. 14. 13:36
Binance won registration as a crypto asset service provider (CASP) in Cyprus in October last year. P2P.org’s Ethereum Staking Application Is Now Available on Popular Wallet Provider Safe
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2023. Jun. 14. 13:00
The integration makes it easier for crypto users to participate in staking without operating the physical infrastructure. Bitcoin Price 'Throwback' Suggests Potential For Rally to $37K: Valkyrie Investments
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2023. Jun. 14. 12:27
A throwback is a countertrend move where prices reverse direction and move back towards a breakout point, paving the way for a strong rally. First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Traders Await Fed Decision
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2023. Jun. 14. 12:20
The latest price moves in bitcoin (BTC) and crypto markets in context for June 14, 2023. First Mover is CoinDesk’s daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets. Bitcoin Miner Crusoe Energy Secures 50 BTC on Newly Launched Liquidity Platform Block Green
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2023. Jun. 14. 12:00
Block Green aims to unlock liquidity from institutional investors for miners and incentivize green mining. Someone Flash Loaned $200M From MakerDAO to Make $3 Profit
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2023. Jun. 14. 11:21
An arbitrage bot flash loaned $200 million worth of the dai stablecoin from MakerDAO on Wednesday, making a $3.24 profit after transaction fees. Salesforce Leads $6M Round for AI-Backed Web3 Data Platform Mnemonic
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2023. Jun. 14. 11:00
The startup provides actionable non-fungible token (NFT) data for enterprises and developers. Bitcoin Supply on Exchanges Slides to Three-Year Low
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2023. Jun. 14. 10:33
Supply is likely dropping as traders and investors increasingly choose to self custody bitcoin holdings amid regulatory and exchange risks. Australia's Crypto Industry Body Denounces Recent Banking Restrictions
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2023. Jun. 14. 10:20
Blockchain Australia said it wants to tackle the issue "head-on by using real data," after reports that banks in the country were blocking payments to crypto exchanges. Fed Preview: Bitcoin Market Skews Bearish as Analysts Anticipate 'Hawkish Rate-Hike Pause'
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2023. Jun. 14. 09:41
Options market shows a bias for puts, or bearish bets, tied to bitcoin ahead of the pivotal Fed meeting. Crypto Industry Destined to Be Bitcoin Focused After SEC Actions: MicroStrategy Founder Michael Saylor
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2023. Jun. 14. 09:02
Bitcoin maximalist Michael Saylor has said recent enforcement actions by U.S. regulators have made it clear that the crypto industry is destined to be rationalised down to a bitcoin (BTC)-focused industry. Bankrupt Crypto Exchange Bittrex U.S. Set to Allow Withdrawals Starting Thursday
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2023. Jun. 14. 08:48
The move follows a Tuesday ruling from a Delaware court. Sam Bankman-Fried Can Contest Extra DOJ Charges, Bahamas Supreme Court Says
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2023. Jun. 14. 07:24
The FTX founder pleaded not guilty to fraud in the U.S. after being extradited from the Caribbean country. Binance CEO Hits Back at Rumors of Exchange Selling Bitcoin For BNB Coin
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2023. Jun. 14. 06:25
Crypto traders on Twitter are citing data that suggests bitcoin has been traded to keep BNB afloat. Prime Trust Unit Banq Files for Bankruptcy
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2023. Jun. 14. 06:17
Bankruptcy filing comes as TrueUSD stops redemptions and Haru Invest ceases operations citing problems with an unnamed partner. First Mover Asia: Actually, Hong Kong Would Be a Terrible Home for Coinbase
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2023. Jun. 14. 00:44
Hong Kong's rules for crypto would mean plenty of restrictions for Coinbase. SEC Says It May Make a Recommendation on Coinbase Petition Within 4 Months
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2023. Jun. 13. 23:20
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) hasn't made a decision on whether it will respond to Coinbase's petition for rulemaking and its enforcement action against the crypto trading platform isn't inconsistent with any decision on rulemaking, the regulator said Tuesday. U.S. Judge Rebuffs SEC Request for Binance.US Asset Freeze for Now
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2023. Jun. 13. 21:31
A federal judge heard arguments on the SEC's motion for a temporary restraining order in court on Tuesday. Bitcoin Seesaws Back Under $26K After CPI, as Investors Await Fed Rate Hike Decision
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2023. Jun. 13. 21:22
The U.S. central bank now seems increasingly likely to suspend its more than year-long campaign of interest rate hikes. An analyst flags recessionary concerns in a note to CoinDesk Bitcoin Infrastructure Firm Blockstream to Unveil Its Long-Awaited Mining Rig in 3Q of 2024
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2023. Jun. 13. 21:16
Blockstream expects to raise more capital to fund its mining business. Binance Goes to Court Against the SEC
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2023. Jun. 13. 17:45
Binance and Binance.US have made their case against the SEC's motion to freeze all Binance.US funds. Police in Estonia and Kazakhstan Investigate Atomic Wallet Hack
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2023. Jun. 13. 16:51
CEO Konstantin Gladych told CoinDesk Atomic is cooperating with law enforcement after a $100 million exploit of the non-custodial wallet. U.S. Treasury Examining How Using Digital Dollars Could Be Kept Private
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2023. Jun. 13. 16:44
As the Treasury Department studies a possible central bank digital currency, senior official Graham Steele says the effort is looking at privacy, but is also wary of CBDC run risks. ‘The Industry Doesn’t Want the Answers.’ Josh Klayman on Coinbase and Binance
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2023. Jun. 13. 16:43
The crypto lawyer isn’t buying the argument that the SEC refuses to give the industry “regulatory clarity.” Chair Gary Gensler has been quite clear over the last two years about what is and what isn't a security, she says. Bitcoin, Ether and Stablecoins Total 80% of $1T Crypto Market Cap as Investors Flee Altcoins
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2023. Jun. 13. 16:03
The combined market capitalization of BTC, ETH and stablecoins reached the highest since February 2021, digital asset research firm K33 Research noted. Crypto Lender Genesis Amends Reorganization Plan as Mediated Talks Continue
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2023. Jun. 13. 15:58
The updated plan from mediated discussions with parent company DCG reflects “substantial agreement” on several key issues. Bitmain's S19 Bitcoin Miners Account for Bulk of Network Hashrate, Says New Research
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2023. Jun. 13. 15:51
The bitcoin network's energy efficiency has improved dramatically in the past five years. FEWOCiOUS and Adidas Team Up on Digital and Physical NFT Sneakers
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2023. Jun. 13. 15:41
The Adidas Originals x Fewocious collection includes an NFT and a physical Adidas Originals Campus 00’s sneaker designed by the 20-year-old artist. Snoop Dogg Drops New NFTs That Evolve With His Tour
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2023. Jun. 13. 15:30
The Snoop Dogg Passport Series NFT will evolve over time as the rapper embarks on a tour this summer. Bitcoin Miners Transfer $174M Worth of Coins to Exchanges in Two Weeks
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2023. Jun. 13. 14:31
The 14-day average of miner transfers to exchanges has increased sharply to 489.26 BTC, the highest since March 2021, according to Glassnode. Why the XRP Army Keeps Fighting
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2023. Jun. 13. 14:24
XRP’s uber-passionate supporters believe the SEC unfairly targeted Ripple for securities violations while mysteriously giving Ethereum a free pass. Do they have a point? House Bill Shows Challenge of Regulating Crypto Without Giving TradFi a Free Pass
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2023. Jun. 13. 14:20
House Republicans Patrick McHenry and GT Thompson face a central problem drafting their crypto bill: Removing SEC discretion over whether a crypto token is a security allows issuers of traditional stocks and bonds the opportunity to arbitrage regulation, writes Todd Phillips. Bitstamp, Interactive Brokers Join UK Crypto Register as First Additions in 6 Months
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2023. Jun. 13. 14:15
The two are the first companies added by the Financial Conduct Authority to the crypto register in six months. Guy Fieri and Sammy Hagar Launch Web3 Tequila Loyalty Program
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2023. Jun. 13. 14:00
The Santo Spirits Club loyalty program will reward members with tiered perks, including an opportunity to win a virtual tequila tasting with Hagar and Fieri, as well as autographed guitars. Hinman Emails Reveal 2018 Speech on Ether Drew Input From Multiple SEC Officials
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2023. Jun. 13. 13:42
A number of SEC officials deliberated about how clear the famous speech actually was about ETH’s status. U.S. SEC Out-of-Bounds in Dragging DeFi Into Proposed Exchange Rule, Industry Says
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2023. Jun. 13. 13:30
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) wants to stretch how it identifies exchanges it needs to regulate, and the agency’s inbox is jammed with crypto industry letters accusing it of reaching well beyond its legal powers and potentially forcing rules on services the platforms need, such as electric companies. Uniswap Labs Releases Its Plan for Uniswap v4, Invites Community Feedback
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2023. Jun. 13. 12:54
The biggest decentralized crypto exchange is opening its development process to the public for the first time as the SEC cracks down on its centralized competitors. U.S. CPI Inflation Slows to 0.1% in May; Bitcoin Rises
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2023. Jun. 13. 12:34
The news on consumer prices comes one day ahead of the results of the Fed's latest monetary policy meeting. U.S. CPI Inflation Slowed to 0.1% in May; Bitcoin Rises
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2023. Jun. 13. 12:34
The news on consumer prices comes one day ahead of the results of the Fed's latest monetary policy meeting. XRP Prices Jump as Hinman Speech Released in Ripple Labs Filing
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2023. Jun. 13. 12:08
Hinman suggested in his 2018 speech that bitcoin (BTC) and ether (ETH) were not securities, in his view. First Mover Americas: eToro Delists 4 SEC Targeted Tokens for U.S. Customers
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2023. Jun. 13. 12:01
The latest price moves in bitcoin (BTC) and crypto markets in context for June 13, 2023. First Mover is CoinDesk’s daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets. UK Has No Plans for 'Crypto Tsar' Proposed by Some Lawmakers, Minister Says
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2023. Jun. 13. 11:41
Economic Secretary to the Treasury Andrew Griffith reiterated the government's position that crypto should not be treated like gambling. ChatGPT-Style Crypto App Sets AI Loose on Fed Rate-Bitcoin Price Relationship
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2023. Jun. 13. 11:30
The team behind Hong Kong-based Chain of Demand has built investment analytics engines for financial institutions and data providers like Bloomberg. Classifying Crypto Tokens as Securities Will Hamper Some Blockchains’ Decentralization Efforts, Bernstein Says
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2023. Jun. 13. 10:28
The core issue is whether countries should use securities law framed decades ago to categorize crypto tokens, without realizing the efforts of blockchain networks’ to transform existing financial systems, the report said. Bitcoin's MACD Indicator Flips Bearish, Scares Crypto Twitter
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2023. Jun. 13. 10:23
MACD histogram is a technical indicator widely used to gauge trend strength and trend changes. Crypto Investing Platform Finblox Starts Offering Tokenized Treasury Yield With OpenEden
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2023. Jun. 13. 09:00
Demand for tokenized versions of short-term U.S. government bonds has been increasing as crypto investors turn to real-world assets to earn returns on their investments. Investing Platform eToro to Delist Four Cryptocurrencies for U.S. Users Next Month
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2023. Jun. 13. 08:36
eToro cited "recent developments" as the reason for the move, referring to the SEC's legal action against Coinbase and Binance and the regulator labelling certain cryptocurrencies as securities. Investing Platform eToro to Delist 4 Cryptocurrencies for U.S. Users Next Month
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2023. Jun. 13. 08:36
eToro cited "recent developments" as the reason for the move, referring to the SEC's legal action against Coinbase and Binance and the regulator labelling certain cryptocurrencies as securities. Atomic Wallet Hackers Move Stolen Funds via OFAC-Sanctioned Exchange Garantex: Elliptic
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2023. Jun. 13. 08:16
The attackers are believed to be the infamous North Korean hacker group Lazarus, as per blockchain security firm Elliptic. Shiba Inu Testnet Blockchain 'Puppynet' Crosses 20M Transactions
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2023. Jun. 13. 08:06
A large whale added over $10 million worth of SHIB tokens on Tuesday, data shows. FCA Right to Propose Stop to Marketing Crypto as ‘Inflation Resistant,’ UK Industry Members Say
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2023. Jun. 13. 07:14
A long-running industry narrative is that limited-supply cryptocurrencies like bitcoin can hold their value against inflation – similar to gold or bonds. South Korean Crypto Yield Platform Haru Invest Pauses Withdrawals and Deposits
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2023. Jun. 13. 07:08
The firm blamed the pause on a “certain issue” with one of its service partners, and said it is working on a contingency plan, according to a blog update. Sam Bankman-Fried's Bahamas Litigation May Take ‘Months or Years,’ His Counsel Says
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2023. Jun. 13. 06:23
The FTX founder’s lawyers argue that a new Supreme Court judgment shows that he has not committed fraud. First Mover Asia: Binance's Exchange Flow Flips Positive; Bitcoin Trades Flat
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2023. Jun. 13. 01:15
ALSO: The co-founder of crypto security firm De.Fi called the price stabilization of crypto assets that plummeted after SEC lawsuits against Binance and Coinbase "mean regression." Bitcoin Dithers Below $26K as Investors Eye CPI Data, FOMC Rate Hike Decision
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2023. Jun. 12. 20:56
The largest cryptocurrency held its perch where it spent much of the previous three days. SEC's Temporary Restraining Order Would 'Effectively End' Binance.US Business, Company Claims
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2023. Jun. 12. 20:56
A Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Monday effort to freeze Binance.US's funds is a "draconian and unduly burdensome" move, the U.S. affiliate of the global crypto exchange argued Monday. BLUR Underperforms CoinDesk Market Index Ahead of $62M Token Unlock
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2023. Jun. 12. 20:28
Huge increase in supply could hurt BLUR’s price. The token has also fallen after SEC labeled other tokens as securities. Crypto Catalyst Watch: What Might Move Markets This Week
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2023. Jun. 12. 18:27
The Federal Reserve’s latest rate hike decision and U.S. inflation data are among key upcoming items. Polygon Takes Wraps Off Version 2.0
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2023. Jun. 12. 18:03
The protocol calls the latest version “the value layer of the Internet.” Crypto Investment Funds See 8th Consecutive Week of Outflows
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2023. Jun. 12. 17:57
Unfavorable monetary and regulatory policy continue to take a toll on the industry. Hong Kong Lawmaker Invites Coinbase to Apply to Operate in Region Amid U.S. SEC Crackdown
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2023. Jun. 12. 17:08
The company is excited to expand globally and wants to build in Abu Dhabi, Canada, Singapore, and get authorized with the U.K. under its upcoming crypto regime Tom Duff-Gordon Vice President of International Policy at Coinbase said. Bank of China’s BOCI Issues Tokenized Securities on Ethereum in Hong Kong
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2023. Jun. 12. 16:55
It’s the first-such transaction by a Chinese financial institution in Hong Kong, according to the company. 10 Ways Crypto and AI Can Make Each Other Better (or Maybe Worse)
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2023. Jun. 12. 16:33
The hype around artificial intelligence is drawing away capital and talent from Web3. But AI and and crypto are overlapping technologies, with potential for each to influence the other, says Jeff Wilser. BitGo's Suit Against Galaxy Digital Over Canceled $1.2B Purchase Dismissed by Delaware Judge
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2023. Jun. 12. 15:51
Crypto custodian BitGo had agreed to a sale to Galaxy Digital in May 2021, but Galaxy pulled out of the deal last August amid the industry’s sustained bear market. Binance.US Market Depth Declines 76% in June Following SEC Lawsuit
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2023. Jun. 12. 15:29
Binance.US’s market depth has dropped in June as market makers are fleeing the exchange following the SEC’s lawsuit. 21Shares Introduces Exchange-Traded Product for Liquid Staking Platform Lido DAO
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2023. Jun. 12. 15:06
While the product offers investors single-asset exposure to the liquid staking leader, the Switzerland-based firm classified this product as class 7 risk, the highest level. Robinhood’s May Crypto Trading Volume Falls 68% to $2.1B
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2023. Jun. 12. 13:48
The trading platform recently delisted three tokens that were classified as securities in the SEC's lawsuit against Coinbase and Binance. Cardano Developer IOG Restructures to Venture Studio Model, Lays Off Some Staff
CoinDesk: Bitcoin, Ethereum, Crypto News and Price Data
2023. Jun. 12. 13:16
The blockchain research and engineering company has cut jobs as it pivots to a smaller venture studio business model. Canada's Largest University Starts XRP Validator in New Partnership With Ripple
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2023. Jun. 12. 13:00
The partnership between University of Toronto and Ripple is part of the latter's University Blockchain Research Initiative (UBRI) in Canada. DeFi Protocol Maverick Raises $9M Led by Peter Thiel's Founders Fund
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2023. Jun. 12. 13:00
The round was led by Founders Fund and included contributions from Pantera Capital, Binance Labs, Coinbase Ventures and Apollo Crypto. Blockchain Staking Provider Chorus One Expands to Peer-to-Peer Network Urbit
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2023. Jun. 12. 12:40
Chorus One's bet on Urbit's future growth is described by executives as a natural extension of the company's staking services on blockchains including Ethereum, Solana, Cosmos and Polkadot. First Mover Americas: VC Giant Andreessen Horowitz Looks to U.K. For Expansion
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2023. Jun. 12. 12:33
The latest price moves in bitcoin (BTC) and crypto markets in context for June 12, 2023. First Mover is CoinDesk’s daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets. Crypto Storage Firm Censo Offers Institutions Mobile Phone-Enabled Self Custody
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2023. Jun. 12. 12:00
Censo is the latest in a crop of cheap, open-source options for organizations looking to store digital assets. Crypto Global Bid and Ask Metric Plunged 20% Over Weekend, Points to Paper Thin Liquidity
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2023. Jun. 12. 10:53
Hyblock Capital's global bid and ask indicator plunged 20% during Saturday's altcoin crash, indicating a sharp deterioration in the crypto market liquidity. SEC Crypto Crackdown Adds Urgency for U.S. Lawmakers to Produce Regulatory Framework This Year: JPMorgan
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2023. Jun. 12. 10:01
Without a more solid legal framework, cryptocurrency activity will probably continue moving outside the U.S. and into decentralized entities, the report said. Curve Finance Founder Deposits $24M CRV into Aave to Safeguard $65M Stablecoin Loan
CoinDesk: Bitcoin, Ethereum, Crypto News and Price Data
2023. Jun. 12. 09:52
Curve Finance founder Michael Egorov has deposited $24 million worth of Curve DAO (CRV) tokens to decentralized lending platform Aave to mitigate against liquidation risk on a $65 million stablecoin loan. A16z Chooses London as Destination for First Office Outside U.S.
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2023. Jun. 12. 09:07
The venture capital firm plans to use the office, which will open later this year, to fund growth in the crypto and startup ecosystems in the U.K. and Europe. Open Interest in Binance's BNB Token Futures Jumps to 5-Month High
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2023. Jun. 12. 06:11
The surge in open interest comes alongside a decline in price and signals an influx of bearish short positions in the market. SOL, ADA, MATIC Prices Stabilize as Foundations Hit Back on SEC Lawsuit Allegations
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2023. Jun. 12. 05:47
The tokens were up as much as 5% in the past 24 hours even as the broader market remained nominally changed. First Mover Asia: Here's Why Bitcoin's Support is Holding at $25K
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2023. Jun. 12. 01:27
These are challenging times for the crypto market, but bitcoin is holding firm. Blockchain-Based, AI Compute Protocol Gensyn Closes $43M Series A Funding Round Led by a16z
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2023. Jun. 11. 23:00
The capital infusion comes as interest in AI surges. Gensyn said it would use the money to accelerate the launch of the protocol and expand its workforce. Binance's Nigeria Unit Ordered to Halt 'Illegal' Operations by Securities Watchdog
CoinDesk: Bitcoin, Ethereum, Crypto News and Price Data
2023. Jun. 10. 12:19
The order against Binance Nigeria Limited follows U.S. SEC allegations that the exchange had violated federal securities laws. Binance Nigeria Ordered to Halt 'Illegal' Operations by Securities Watchdog
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2023. Jun. 10. 12:19
A spokesperson for Binance, which faces a U.S. SEC allegations that include operating an unregistered exchange, said the Nigerian company is not affiliated with the firm. Millions in Polygon’s MATIC Tokens Were Sent to Binance and Coinbase Ahead of 30% Slide, Data Shows
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2023. Jun. 10. 07:23
“Altcoins can crash this weekend even more as trading volumes are thin and market makers such as Binance have become less active,” one crypto firm warned. SOL, ADA, MATIC Tokens Slide 20% in Sudden Move Days After SEC Lawsuit Allegations
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2023. Jun. 10. 06:51
Several tokens were alleged as securities earlier this week, leading to a possible risk-off among traders. Custodia's Suit Against Fed Over Denial of Master Account Can Proceed, Court Rules
CoinDesk: Bitcoin, Ethereum, Crypto News and Price Data
2023. Jun. 10. 04:03
Custodia's challenge of the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City's decision to deny the crypto-friendly bank access to the Fed banking services can continue, a U.S. district court ruled Thursday, rejecting a Fed motion to dismiss the case. The U.S. District Court of Wyoming, however, did reject Custodia's request that the Fed be compelled to grant it a so-called master account and membership with the Fed, Instead, Custodia must continue its claims via normal channels. SEC Clampdown Spurs $4B Deposit Flight From Binance, Coinbase and Binance.US
CoinDesk: Bitcoin, Ethereum, Crypto News and Price Data
2023. Jun. 09. 21:54
The exchanges, targeted by the SEC for violating federal securities laws, have endured a significant wave of user withdrawals but managed to process transactions in an orderly fashion so far. Where the Mt. Gox Money Went: New Details in the BTC-e Exchange Case
CoinDesk: Bitcoin, Ethereum, Crypto News and Price Data
2023. Jun. 09. 20:27
Fresh court documents detail how two administrators of the now-defunct BTC-e exchange stole and laundered bitcoin from Mt.Gox, the hacked bitcoin exchange. Binance's BNB Token Saw Millions in Sell Orders Right Before SEC Lawsuits
CoinDesk: Bitcoin, Ethereum, Crypto News and Price Data
2023. Jun. 09. 20:00
In trading, timing is everything and it appears that some traders put in well-timed sell orders for BNB, ahead of the massive SEC crackdown against crypto exchange Binance on June 5. The Memecoin Grift and How It Threatens Ethereum Culture
CoinDesk: Bitcoin, Ethereum, Crypto News and Price Data
2023. Jun. 09. 18:35
If Ethereum is to grow it’ll have to mature beyond the antics of those shilling the token-of-the-moment, says Paul Dylan-Ennis. Bitcoin Payments Firm Strike Moves Custody In-House After Ditching Third-Party Services
CoinDesk: Bitcoin, Ethereum, Crypto News and Price Data
2023. Jun. 09. 18:18
The move is a “culmination of over two years of effort,” according to Strike CEO and cofounder Jack Mallers. The New Crypto Bill Gary Gensler Doesn’t Want You to Know About
CoinDesk: Bitcoin, Ethereum, Crypto News and Price Data
2023. Jun. 09. 17:41
U.S. law doesn’t let appointed regulators trump elected officials. But the SEC head may be doing exactly that. Crypto.com Winding Down U.S. Institutional Business
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2023. Jun. 09. 17:07
Singapore-based crypto exchange Crypto.com will no longer be offering its service to institutional clients in the U.S. due to “limited demand,” the company announced Friday. The SEC Has Started an All-In Political Battle Over Crypto
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2023. Jun. 09. 16:58
The SEC's lawsuits against Binance and Coinbase are likely to be play across the U.S.'s legal and political system over several years, says Michael Casey. Louis Vuitton’s Soulbound Luxury NFTs, Apple’s Expensive Vision
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2023. Jun. 09. 16:05
Sotheby’s will sell Dmitri Cherniak's “The Goose” NFT at a live auction this month, while Mercedes Benz released a collection inspired by its luxury vehicles. Ethereum’s Buterin Releases Roadmap Addressing Scaling, Privacy, Wallet Security
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2023. Jun. 09. 15:51
In his blog post, Buterin shares that the network needs to address these components simultaneously, otherwise the blockchain fails. Mt. Gox's Hackers Are 2 Russian Nationals, U.S. DOJ Alleges in Indictment
CoinDesk: Bitcoin, Ethereum, Crypto News and Price Data
2023. Jun. 09. 15:04
The U.S. Department of Justice charged Russian nationals Alexey Bilyuchenko and Aleksandr Verner with hacking Mt. Gox in 2011, at the time one of the biggest thefts in the crypto industry. Ether Options Market Makers Are 'Long Gamma' at $1.8K
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2023. Jun. 09. 15:01
Traders said market makers are holding options with a $1,800 strike price and are likely to influence prices as they try to keep their portfolios direction-neutral. With Ether Options Market Makers 'Long Gamma' at $1.8K, Price Is Likely to Hold
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2023. Jun. 09. 15:01
Traders said market makers are holding options with a $1,800 strike price and are likely to influence prices as they try to keep their portfolios direction-neutral. Curve Finance CEO Egorov Sued by 3 DeFi-Focused Venture Capital Firms
CoinDesk: Bitcoin, Ethereum, Crypto News and Price Data
2023. Jun. 09. 14:39
Michael Egorov, the CEO of decentralized finance (DeFi) firm Curve Finance, is being sued for fraud by venture capital firms ParaFi Capital, Framework Ventures and 1kx in the U.S. Robinhood Ends Support for Some Tokens Named in SEC Lawsuit as Securities
CoinDesk: Bitcoin, Ethereum, Crypto News and Price Data
2023. Jun. 09. 14:31
The popular trading platform will end support for Cardano (ADA), Polygon (MATIC) and Solana (SOL) on June 27th. Robinhood Ends Support for All Tokens Named in SEC Lawsuit as Securities
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2023. Jun. 09. 14:31
The popular trading platform will end support for Cardano (ADA), Polygon (MATIC) and Solana (SOL) on June 27th. Former CFTC Chairman Heath Tarbert Joins Circle as Chief Legal Officer
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2023. Jun. 09. 14:28
Tarbert will guide the company’s global strategy as it contends with regulatory issues in the U.S. The Meaning of Community in Crypto Discussed at Consensus 2023
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2023. Jun. 09. 13:29
Consensus 2023 participants explored how user-focused design, cultural understanding, and gradual decentralization can drive mainstream crypto adoption Defiant by Default: Why Regulators Must Understand, Not Police, DeFi
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2023. Jun. 09. 13:23
Consensus 2023 visitors discussed DeFi's growth, its need to comply with regulations, and the challenges of balancing crypto-native concepts with traditional finance requirements. First Mover Americas: Binance.US Suspends Dollar Deposits
CoinDesk: Bitcoin, Ethereum, Crypto News and Price Data
2023. Jun. 09. 12:23
The latest price moves in bitcoin (BTC) and crypto markets in context for June 8, 2023. First Mover is CoinDesk’s daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets. Bitcoin Trades at Narrow Discount on Binance.US
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2023. Jun. 09. 12:00
News of a possible halt in U.S. dollar withdrawals sparked an increase in bitcoin trading as customers looked to remove their assets from the exchange, one observer said. Hut 8 Says Repairs to Damaged Crypto Mining Equipment Are Taking Longer Than Expected
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2023. Jun. 09. 11:14
The delays are impairing the miner's hashrate and bitcoin production. Free Promotional NFTs, Crypto Airdrops Would Be Banned Under New UK Rules, Official Says
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2023. Jun. 09. 10:49
Crypto airdrops and NFTs themselves will not be banned, but using such incentives alongside promotions that encourage people to invest would be, said FCA's Matthew Long. EU Governments Friendly to Tough Crypto Bank-Capital Restrictions, Negotiator Says
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2023. Jun. 09. 10:38
A deal on new banking laws may be imminent, and will likely treat lenders’ crypto holdings as highly risky. Hong Kong Monetary Authority to Prepare for Retail CBDC
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2023. Jun. 09. 10:26
The regulator will start conducting in-depth studies and pilots on the implementation of a future e-HKD. Crypto Exchange OKX Burns $258M of OKB Tokens in Record Move
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2023. Jun. 09. 09:10
OKX periodically buys back and burns the tokens to gradually reduce their supply on the open market. Cardano Developer Rejects SEC Claim Its ADA Token Is a Security
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2023. Jun. 09. 08:51
“Under no circumstances is ADA a security under U.S. securities laws,” IOG said. Vitalik Buterin’s Shiba Inu Donations to Power New Round of India Covid Relief Funds
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2023. Jun. 09. 06:51
Buterin said the new donation would work toward reducing the long-term impact of coronavirus. EU’s Landmark Crypto Law MiCA Published in Official Journal
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2023. Jun. 09. 06:34
The procedural move means landmark licensing, stablecoin and anti-money laundering rules apply as of December 30, 2024. New Stablecoin Bill Drafted by House Republicans as Compromise With Democrats
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2023. Jun. 09. 04:08
The Republican chair of the House Financial Services Committee has released a new draft of the leading U.S. legislative proposal for overseeing stablecoins, and it includes some of the positions of Democratic lawmakers. Binance.US Suspends Use of Fiat as Legal Troubles Mount
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2023. Jun. 09. 04:07
The exchange says users should withdraw USD as soon as possible as the Securities and Exchange Commission engages in "extremely aggressive and intimidating tactics" against the company. First Mover Asia: Bitcoin Remains Resilient Near $26.5K, Despite Ongoing Binance, Coinbase Fallout
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2023. Jun. 09. 00:54
ALSO: Valkyrie's chief investment officer expects the U.S. central bank to suspend its nearly year-long diet of interest rate increases. That might please digital and other asset markets, but Steven McClurg said that the monetary dovishness is unlikely to continue later this year. NFT Inspect Introduces New PFP Discovery Tool for Twitter
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2023. Jun. 08. 21:12
The recently-resurrected NFT analysis platform has a new Chrome browser extension that provides real-time data on Twitter PFPs. Solana Foundation: SOL is 'Not a Security'
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2023. Jun. 08. 21:04
SOL, the native token of the Solana blockchain, was declared an unregistered security in this week’s SEC lawsuits against crypto exchanges Binance.US and Coinbase. Crypto Custody Firm BitGo Reaches Preliminary Agreement to Buy Prime Trust: Source
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2023. Jun. 08. 19:24
Cryptocurrency custody firm BitGo is seeking to buy Prime Trust, another crypto custody specialist regulated in the state of Nevada, according to a person familiar with the matter. Crypto Custody Firm BitGo Reaches Preliminary Agreement to Buy Prime Trust: Sources
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2023. Jun. 08. 19:24
Cryptocurrency custody firm BitGo is seeking to buy Prime Trust, another crypto custody specialist regulated in the state of Nevada, according to a person familiar with the matter. Optimism Says Ether Now Treated as Native Cryptocurrency Alongside OP Token
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2023. Jun. 08. 18:50
Representatives of the layer-2 network atop Ethereum confirmed the change in the treatment of ETH after CoinDesk observed a $550 million transfer in blockchain data. The change occurred in conjunction with Optimism's “Bedrock” upgrade this week. Kraken NFT Marketplace Launches With Support for Ethereum, Solana and Polygon Collections
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2023. Jun. 08. 17:26
Cryptocurrency exchange Kraken has officially launched its NFT marketplace out of beta testing, supporting over 250 NFTs across the Ethereum, Solana and Polygon blockchains. SEC’s Gensler Rebuffs Crypto Complaints, Says Gave Ample Warning Heat Was Coming
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2023. Jun. 08. 16:30
U.S. Securities and Exchange Commissioner (SEC) Chair Gary Gensler argued there’s nothing special about the assets or exchanges in the crypto sector, and their backers can’t hide behind claims that their tokens provide utility. Ethereum Developers Cement Final Lineup of Changes in ‘Dencun’ Upgrade
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2023. Jun. 08. 16:00
Proto-danksharding is at the heart of the package, with other improvements for storage on-chain, as well as minor code changes related to the Ethereum Virtual Machine. Circle Rolls Out Support for USDC Stablecoin on Arbitrum
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2023. Jun. 08. 15:34
Several key applications will support Arbitrum-based USDC like Aave, Balancer, Camelot, Coinbase, Curve, GMX, Radiant, Trader Joe and Uniswap. ConsenSys Faces Shareholder Vote Over Controversial Transfer of Company Assets
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2023. Jun. 08. 15:23
The Ethereum developer is accused of squeezing former employees out of shares held in a previous incarnation of the company. The case, which could have wide-ranging consequences for ConsenSys, reaches its next stage today. When AI and Blockchain Merge, Expect the Mundane at First
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2023. Jun. 08. 15:19
dek tk Coinbase Shares Are 'Uninvestable' in the Near Term: Berenberg
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2023. Jun. 08. 14:57
The investment bank cut its price target on the stock to $39 from $55. Providing Regulatory Clarity (Binance and Coinbase Edition)
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2023. Jun. 08. 14:00
The SEC sued Binance and Coinbase this week, presenting the industry with both further analysis on why it thinks certain cryptocurrencies are securities and its biggest test to how cryptos may be regulated in the U.S. going forward. Are DAOs Doomed to ‘Decentralization Theater’?
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2023. Jun. 08. 13:44
Consensus 2023 guests highlighted their concerns over 'decentralization theater' in DeFi projects, emphasizing the importance of genuine decentralization in the development of the Web3 ecosystem Cut the Jargon, Keep Your Promises: How Crypto Can Fix Its Image Problem
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2023. Jun. 08. 13:44
Consensus 2023 attendees argued that improving crypto's image requires a clearer explanation of digital assets and a focus on tangible, user-centric products and services Aave-Developed Lens Protocol Raises $15M to Expand 'Social Layer' of Web3
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2023. Jun. 08. 13:32
Uniswap CEO Hayden Adams, OpenSea co-founder Alex Atallah, entrepreneur Balaji Srinivasan and Polygon co-founder Sandeep Nailwal joined the round as angel investors. Banks Have Come to the Metaverse
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2023. Jun. 08. 13:09
JPMorgan, HSBC and others have created metaverse-native banking experiences, hoping to entice a new generation of clients. Jack Dorsey-backed Nostr Creator Collaborates With Zebedee on New Social Media Layer
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2023. Jun. 08. 13:00
Zebedee users will be able to join a waitlist for alpha access to an updated version of the app which will feature integration with decentralized social media protocol Nostr (an acronym for “notes and other stuff transmitted by relays”). ConsenSys’ MetaMask Institutional Integrates With Custody Tech Provider Fireblocks
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2023. Jun. 08. 13:00
The partnership, scheduled to go live June 12, will offer greater DeFi and Web3 Access to builder and institutional investors. Crypto.com Integrates With CoinRoutes Smart-Order Routing System
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2023. Jun. 08. 13:00
The integration is part of CoinRoutes’ bid to expand liquidity access for its clients. Polygon Spinoff Avail Network Starts Phase 2 of Its Testnet
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2023. Jun. 08. 13:00
This second phase will include a more thorough testing environment to encourage validator participation. Australia's Commonwealth Bank Will Partially Restrict Payments to Crypto Exchanges
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2023. Jun. 08. 12:30
The Australian bank announced on Thursday that will decline "certain payments" to crypto exchanges or hold them for a period of 24 hours. U.S. Senators Tell DOJ to Investigate Binance for Potentially Lying to Lawmakers: Bloomberg
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2023. Jun. 08. 12:17
Two senate democrats, including Sen. Elizabeth Warren, allege in a letter that the platform may have lied about Binance.US being an independent entity. First Mover Americas: SEC-Targeted Tokens Tumble
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2023. Jun. 08. 12:12
The latest price moves in bitcoin (BTC) and crypto markets in context for June 8, 2023. First Mover is CoinDesk’s daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets. DeFi Protocol Curve Finance Now Lets Users Mint crvUSD for Staked Ether
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2023. Jun. 08. 12:05
The governance proposal for the crvUSD minting was passed early on Thursday. Digital Art Collective Wildxyz Introduces Curatorial Board to Grow Experiential Art Program
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2023. Jun. 08. 12:00
The 10 artists, including Deafbeef, Casey Reas and Harm van den Dorpel, will advise the platform’s artist residency program. Bitcoin Traders Shrug Off U.S. SEC's Action Against Binance, Coinbase
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2023. Jun. 08. 11:01
Implied volatility metrics show no signs of panic after the SEC's filed lawsuits against the two cryptocurrency exchanges. Social Media Targeted in EU Consumer Group Complaint About Crypto Ads
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2023. Jun. 08. 08:58
BEUC wants Instagram, YouTube, TikTok and Twitter to prohibit influencers from promoting crypto Crypto Exchange Bittrex’s Customer-Repayment Plan Faces U.S. Government Objection
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2023. Jun. 08. 08:21
If successful, it wouldn’t be the first time the state has scuppered a crypto bankruptcy proposal. DeFi Unfazed by SEC's Classification of Tokens as Securities
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2023. Jun. 08. 08:20
These forces will likely only drive “more financial activity to DeFi,” one trader said. UK Lawmakers Clash Over Government Plans to Regulate Crypto as Financial Services
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2023. Jun. 08. 08:09
While some lawmakers have aligned with the government’s proposal, others want the volatile assets to be treated as gambling. Stablecoin Regulation Is a Sticking Point Between the G-7 and G-20
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2023. Jun. 08. 08:00
Global leaders appear to have reached a consensus on setting up universal rules and standards for most aspects of the crypto sector save for the treatment of stablecoins. Binance Redirected $12B to Firms Controlled by CEO Changpeng Zhao, SEC Says
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2023. Jun. 08. 06:07
SEC says billions in customer funds were directed to Zhao’s firm Merit Peak via a holding company called Key Vision Development Limited. Binance Says Gensler Once Offered to Be an 'Informal Advisor'
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2023. Jun. 08. 02:35
A letter from Binance’s counsel says that SEC Chair Gary Gensler should be recused from the case, given his history with the exchange and its founder. U.S. Judge Dismisses Lawsuit Against DeFi Startup PoolTogether
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2023. Jun. 08. 00:37
The lawsuit, filed in 2021, alleges the platform operated in a way that enabled users to evade financial regulation and scam consumers. First Mover Asia: Bitcoin Falls Below $26.5K as Crypto Market Fades Amid Coinbase, Binance Angst
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2023. Jun. 08. 00:22
ALSO: Stablecoin balances may provide additional insight into price direction. UK FCA Proposes Ban on Crypto Incentives in Tough New Marketing Rules
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2023. Jun. 07. 23:01
The Financial Conduct Authority said it will treat crypto like a high risk investment, and will consult on new guidance for its rules on promotions. ‘Stand With Crypto’ NFT Spreads Across Crypto Twitter Amid SEC Crackdown
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2023. Jun. 07. 21:10
After the SEC announced separate lawsuits against Binance and Coinbase this week, figures across the crypto space have been minting Coinbase’s “Stand with Crypto” NFT to show their support. Coinbase CEO Armstrong Says Not Shutting Down Staking Service
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2023. Jun. 07. 20:26
Coinbase BNB Drops to 6-Month Low as ADA, MATIC, SOL Lead Altcoin Tumble
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2023. Jun. 07. 19:38
Cryptocurrencies the SEC characterized as securities in recent lawsuits led the drop among altcoins, while BTC traded mostly flat. 12 Ways Web3 Media Could Embrace AI
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2023. Jun. 07. 19:08
From chatbots to deep blockchain data analysis, artificial intelligence can help Web3 news organizations function. But there are plenty of pitfalls too. Bitcoin Halving Is Coming and Only the Most Efficient Miners Will Survive
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2023. Jun. 07. 19:07
Only the miners with the lowest energy costs and most efficient equipment will survive the once-every-four-years event. NFT Lending Is Trending, Raising Concerns of ‘Predatory’ Platform Behavior
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2023. Jun. 07. 18:37
Amid an extended crypto winter that has cooled NFT trading, platforms like Blur, Binance and Astaria have introduced new lending options to boost liquidity. While some traders support NFTfi, others say the trend is risky. Robinhood Joins Coinbase in Saying It Tried to 'Come In and Register' Like SEC Wanted
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2023. Jun. 07. 18:09
With Coinbase (COIN) and Binance accused of running illegal exchanges by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the latest industry testimony in the U.S. House of Representatives this week revealed that companies had desperately sought the agency’s help to properly register but were turned away. The SEC Is Fighting the Last War
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2023. Jun. 07. 17:54
SEC chair Gary Gensler wants you to think Coinbase and Binance are the same as FTX and Celsius. They’re not. The Petrodollar and Its Discontents Point to Bitcoin's Role in the Financial Future
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2023. Jun. 07. 17:47
Recent moves by Saudi Arabia, Russia and China have raised fears that the U.S. dollar could lose its preferred status for oil trading. And yet alternative national currencies aren’t that appealing. Could a Bitcoin-like currency do better? Bitcoin, Ether Trade at Premiums on Binance.US as Investors Flee Following SEC Actions
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2023. Jun. 07. 17:04
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission was seeking to freeze assets on Binance.US after suing the exchange and its global sister-entity Binance, CoinDesk reported Tuesday. To Identify or Not in a Web3 World?
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2023. Jun. 07. 16:00
By striking a balance between privacy and identity verification, blockchains can realize their full potential and lure institutional money. Bitcoin (Somewhat) Takes Binance Accusations in Stride
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2023. Jun. 07. 16:00
As the U.S. government’s fight against crypto intensifies, there is some evidence the industry is weathering it better than past shocks. Health and Fitness App Sweat Economy to Vote on 'Reallocating' 2.5B Inactive Tokens
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2023. Jun. 07. 15:29
The 2.5 billion SWEAT tokens, which constitute around 13% of the total supply, were allocated to users at the app's conception last September. U.S. SEC Enforcement Could Boost Europe's Crypto Chances, Officials Say
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2023. Jun. 07. 14:57
EU officials are hoping to tempt crypto innovators as Binance and Coinbase complain of regulation by enforcement in the U.S. Crypto Needs to Be Private by Default, Some Consensus 2023 Guests Say
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2023. Jun. 07. 13:01
Participants at Consensus 2023 describe the tension between the need for privacy, transparency and regulation in crypto and DeFi in an excerpt from CoinDesk’s first-ever Consensus @ Consensus Report. No More FTXs! Consensus 2023 Attendees Discuss Future of Crypto Custody
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2023. Jun. 07. 13:00
FTX's collapse reignites the self-custody debate with Consensus 2023 attendees in an excerpt from CoinDesk’s first-ever Consensus @ Consensus Report. First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Shows Resilience Amid SEC Lawsuits Against Binance, Coinbase
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2023. Jun. 07. 12:12
The latest price moves in bitcoin (BTC) and crypto markets in context for June 7, 2023. First Mover is CoinDesk’s daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets. Kim Kardashian EMAX Suit to Proceed as Court Considers Updated Complaint
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2023. Jun. 07. 11:34
A California judge backtracked on a tentative ruling to dismiss the allegations against the reality TV star after receiving a more detailed complaint. Research Shows Majority of Pepe Investors Caught in High-Stakes Game of Musical Chairs
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2023. Jun. 07. 11:27
The majority of investors did not stand to gain from Pepecoin's herculean rise, indicating a limited window for potential gains. Crypto Tokens' Status as Securities or Commodities Is Key to SEC's Binance, Coinbase Suits: Bernstein
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2023. Jun. 07. 10:41
Crypto regulation has become a political debate and a turf battle between the SEC and the CFTC, the report said. Aave Lending Protocol Moves Closer to Launching GHO Stablecoin on Ethereum Mainnet
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2023. Jun. 07. 10:11
Aave Companies proposed two key features for the decentralized stablecoin in a governance post on Tuesday. Bitcoin, Dogecoin Lead Bounce in Crypto Majors Day After Record 8-Month Liquidations
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2023. Jun. 07. 08:48
Crypto markets added 3.3% to overall capitalization in the past 24 hours as some opined the recent SEC filings could strengthen bitcoin's value proposition among investors. U.S. Lawmakers Urge IRS, Treasury to Hurry Crypto Tax Rules
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2023. Jun. 07. 08:39
Congressmen Brad Sherman and Stephen Lynch called the crypto industry "a major source of tax evasion" in a letter asking for the prompt release of proposed regulations. SEC’s Binance.US Probe Started in 2020, Court Filings Show
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2023. Jun. 07. 07:44
The securities regulator detailed evidence of hundreds of millions of dollars in profiteering by the crypto exchange as they seek to freeze assets of the company. Stablecoin Issuer Circle Receives Digital Token License in Singapore
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2023. Jun. 07. 07:16
The issuer of USDC received in-principle approval in November last year. Cathie Wood's ARK Buys $21.6M Coinbase Shares as SEC Suit Sends COIN Prices Tumbling
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2023. Jun. 07. 06:57
The purchase took ARK Invest's total Coinbase holdings to 11.44 million shares. Cathie Wood's ARK Buys $21.6M Coinbase Shares as SEC Suit Sends Stock Tumbling
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2023. Jun. 07. 06:57
The purchase took ARK Invest's total Coinbase holdings to 11.44 million shares. U.S. Court Tells SEC to Respond to Coinbase's Rulemaking Petition Within a Week
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2023. Jun. 07. 06:18
A U.S. judge has ordered the SEC to respond to Coinbase’s rulemaking petition or explain why it shouldn’t. First Mover Asia: Why Did Bitcoin Regain $27K? ‘No One Is Surprised by Gensler’s Actions,’ Crypto CEO Says
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2023. Jun. 07. 00:34
ALSO: Why Binance's alleged co-mingling of assets isn't the same as FTX's alleged co-mingling of assets. Atomic Wallet Was Breached by North Korean Hackers: Elliptic
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2023. Jun. 06. 22:48
Wallets that siphoned Atomic users' funds are connected to the known Lazarus group's addresses, crypto tracing firm said. SEC's Latest Crackdown Could Drive Crypto Firms Out of the U.S.
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2023. Jun. 06. 21:19
Companies such as Coinbase and Binance may not want to, but they could be forced to focus their efforts elsewhere. SEC Seeks Temporary Restraining Order to Freeze Binance.US Assets
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2023. Jun. 06. 20:32
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) asked a court to grant a temporary restraining order to freeze assets tied to Binance.US on Tuesday. Bitcoin Rallies Above $27K as Crypto Market Shrugs Off SEC Lawsuits Against Binance, Coinbase
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2023. Jun. 06. 20:23
Cryptocurrencies recovered some of their losses a day after Monday’s sell-off when the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission sued Binance and deemed multiple altcoins unregistered securities. Gary Gensler’s Evolving Position on Crypto – in Quotes
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2023. Jun. 06. 19:50
The SEC chair has gone from supporting the technology at MIT to a full-swing offensive on the crypto industry. Optimism Completes ‘Bedrock’ Hard Fork, in Pursuit of Superchain
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2023. Jun. 06. 19:14
Developers behind the layer-2 scaling solution for Ethereum say the upgrade will reduce gas fees and cut deposit confirmation times. One-Two Punch Finally Registers SEC View on Binance, Coinbase, Rest of Crypto
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2023. Jun. 06. 18:26
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) tore off crypto’s bandage this week, with its back-to-back enforcement actions against two of the most prominent digital assets platforms, Binance and Coinbase (COIN), finally establishing its legal argument against the industry and setting up the future court fights that could decide everything. Coinbase Traders Withdraw $600M in a Day Amid SEC Lawsuits
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2023. Jun. 06. 18:22
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission sued Coinbase for violating federal securities laws on Tuesday, a day after filing a lawsuit against rival exchange Binance. How AI is Transforming Music Creation in Web3
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2023. Jun. 06. 17:25
While AI and automation threaten to kill creative jobs, here's how the Web3 music world is embracing the technology to enhance their craft. Are Centralized Exchanges in the U.S. Doomed?
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2023. Jun. 06. 16:45
With the SEC’s Binance and Coinbase lawsuits, the agency is signaling it really is now or never to “come into compliance.” Louis Vuitton To Release $42,000 Physical-Backed NFTs
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2023. Jun. 06. 16:43
According to a Vogue Business, the collectibles are being sold as soulbound tokens, meaning they are non-transferable once purchased. How to Build a Compliant Crypto Exchange Post-Coinbase
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2023. Jun. 06. 16:15
Crypto isn’t going anywhere — though Coinbase might — so what the market needs is a fresh start: new exchanges that can avoid the ever-present threat of SEC enforcement by being structured correctly in the first place, writes Preston Byrne. Lightning Data Analytics Firm Amboss Launches New ‘Liner’ Index for Bitcoin Yield
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2023. Jun. 06. 16:00
The company says the new index dubbed Lightning Network Rate (Liner) could be like Bitcoin’s version of the London Interbank Offered Rate (Libor), a global reference rate for loans. Liner complements Magma, the Lightning liquidity marketplace launched by Amboss last year. Haun Ventures Leads $10M Seed Round for Web3 Gaming Studio Argus
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2023. Jun. 06. 16:00
Argus also announced the World Engine, an SDK that helps developers build their own blockchain-based gaming ecosystems. Luxembourg Antitrust Authority to Probe Blockchain, Web3 Competition
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2023. Jun. 06. 15:26
The market study may be the first of its kind to examine Web3 competition dynamics. How the Metaverse May Revolutionize the Creator Economy
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2023. Jun. 06. 14:59
Consensus 2023 attendees unpack the future of Web3 and its implications for creator-first digital economies in an excerpt from CoinDesk’s first-ever Consensus @ Consensus Report. If Crypto Wants Institutional Dollars, It Needs an ESG Game Plan: Consensus 2023 Attendees
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2023. Jun. 06. 14:58
Attendees at Consensus 2023 argue that the crypto industry should embrace ESG and not hide from it in an excerpt from CoinDesk’s first-ever Consensus @ Consensus Report. Coinbase Shares Slump After SEC Files Suit Against Company
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2023. Jun. 06. 14:22
Coinbase’s stock (COIN) took a major hit on Tuesday after the company was sued by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on allegations of violating federal securities law. U.S. Doesn't 'Need More Digital Currency' Because It Has the Dollar, Says SEC's Gensler
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2023. Jun. 06. 14:16
Gensler's comments follow landmark suits filed this week against Binance and Coinbase. Swift and Chainlink Will Test Connecting Over a Dozen Financial Institutions to Blockchain Networks
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2023. Jun. 06. 14:04
In a new set of experiments Swift will collaborate with major financial market institutions like Australia and New Zealand Banking Group Limited (ANZ), BNP Paribas, BNY Mellon, Citi, Clearstream, Euroclear and Lloyds Banking Group. Bitcoin-Denominated Life Insurance Provider Sets Up Shop With $19M Funding
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2023. Jun. 06. 14:00
Meanwhile's target audience is U.S. citizens with large BTC holdings, an audience from which it has "seen a lot of early demand." Bankers Shopping FTX's 'Hundreds of Millions of Dollars' Stake in AI Startup: Report
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2023. Jun. 06. 13:45
At the time of its bankruptcy last November, FTX may have owned as much as $500 million worth of stock in Anthropic, the creator of ChatGPT rival Claude. Coinbase Violated State Securities Laws With Staking Program, Alabama Regulator Alleges
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2023. Jun. 06. 13:32
The crypto exchange is facing scrutiny from a task force of ten U.S. state securities regulators after getting sued by the SEC on the same day. Coinbase Violated Securities Laws With Staking Program, Multiple U.S. State Regulators Allege
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2023. Jun. 06. 13:32
The crypto exchange is facing scrutiny from a task force of 10 U.S. state securities regulators including in Alabama and California after getting sued by the SEC on the same day. Altcoins Dip Following Second SEC Lawsuit Against Crypto Exchange
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2023. Jun. 06. 13:19
The SEC's lawsuit against Coinbase named thirteen altcoins as securities. EU ‘Crypto Security’ Debate Turns New MiCA Law on Its Head
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2023. Jun. 06. 13:00
An EU study published last week has reopened a debate over whether digital assets should be regulated as securities – though lawmakers appear to favor a tailored approach. SEC Sues Coinbase on Unregistered Securities Exchange Allegations
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2023. Jun. 06. 12:30
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) sued U.S crypto exchange Coinbase on allegations of violating federal securities law, a day after filling a similar suit against Binance. First Mover Americas: Crypto Markets Stay Down Following SEC Suing Binance
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2023. Jun. 06. 12:01
The latest price moves in bitcoin (BTC) and crypto markets in context for June 6, 2023. First Mover is CoinDesk’s daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets. Turbos Finance Introduces Smart Routing for Stablecoins on Sui
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2023. Jun. 06. 12:00
The new feature aims to reduce friction for users coming from other ecosystems to Sui and improve liquidity. Bitcoin Saw Heavy Profit Taking in May: Goldman Sachs
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2023. Jun. 06. 09:30
The amount of bitcoin held on exchanges fell 12%, while ether supply saw a slight gain, the report said. OKX Chooses Nomura-Backed Crypto Storage Firm Komainu as Custodian
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2023. Jun. 06. 08:00
OKX is the first client to use Komainu Connect, a regulated settlement and custody system for institutional customers. Zodia Custody to Offer Staking to Institutional Clients Through Blockdaemon
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2023. Jun. 06. 08:00
The firm said it is the first bank-owned custodian to offer staking services to institutional clients. Binance Lawsuit Triggers $700M in Withdrawals; Metaverse Tokens Named by SEC Lead Decline
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2023. Jun. 06. 07:35
The unprecedented withdrawals only reflect a small amount of Binance's reserves, according to data from CryptoQuant. First Mover Asia: Why Did Bitcoin Fall to $25.4K? SEC Lawsuit Against Binance Rocks Crypto Markets
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2023. Jun. 06. 00:18
ALSO: Lido’s stETH token has become the seventh largest token by market cap, right ahead of Cardano and just behind XRP, according to data from CoinGecko. What's behind its ascent? Apple's New Headset Could Change the Way We Design the Metaverse
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2023. Jun. 05. 22:54
Apple on Monday announced its Vision Pro headset, which it says "seamlessly blends digital content with the physical world." What could this mean for the future of Web3? Crypto Traders Suffer $320M Losses in Liquidations as SEC Lawsuit Against Binance Spurs Market Plunge
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2023. Jun. 05. 22:29
Cryptocurrency prices nosedived Monday as the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) sued the crypto exchange and its chief executive for multiple federal securities law violations. Genesis Bankruptcy Judge Extends Mediation Period Between Genesis, Creditors
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2023. Jun. 05. 21:42
The insolvent lender will now have until August 2 to submit a plan to emerge from bankruptcy. Optimism 'Bedrock' Upgrade to Speed Confirmations, Cut Gas Fees, Set Path to 'Superchain'
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2023. Jun. 05. 21:17
The "Bedrock” upgrade will improve the usability of the chain by lowering gas fees and cutting deposit-confirmation times by 90% – pitched as a key step toward the Optimism network's goal of becoming a "Superchain." Binance SEC Lawsuit Could be Preview of What Coinbase May Face, Berenberg Says
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2023. Jun. 05. 21:02
If Coinbase faces charges from SEC, at least 37% of the crypto exchange's net revenue would be at risk, analysts says. Binance Lawsuit Could Be ‘Huge Mistake’ or Bring Needed Clarity to U.S. Crypto Industry
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2023. Jun. 05. 20:27
The Securities and Exchanges Commission’s (SEC) suit against the biggest crypto exchange in the world, Binance, could be a huge misstep if other countries allow the crypto industry to develop and it eventually replaces the traditional banking sector, Jim Bianco, president and founder of Bianco Research said. BNB, CAKE Plummet Following SEC Crackdown on Binance
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2023. Jun. 05. 20:21
Both are significant tokens in the Binance ecosystem and had their prices drop by more than 8%. BNB, CAKE Plummet Following SEC Crackdown on Binance
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2023. Jun. 05. 18:58
Both are significant tokens in the Binance ecosystem and had their prices drop by more than 8% over a four-hour period. Crypto Hedge Fund Arca Has Trimmed 30% of Its Staff
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2023. Jun. 05. 18:22
Crypto asset manager Arca has cut 30% of its staff amid a continuing bear market and regulatory uncertainty, the company said Monday. Cryptocurrencies Crash After the SEC Charges Binance With Sale of Unregistered Securities
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2023. Jun. 05. 16:55
The SEC on Monday charged the crypto exchange and its CEO with violating a number of securities laws, including offering unregistered securities to the public. Decentralized Exchange DYdX’s Token Spikes Almost 10% After SEC Sues Binance for Alleged Securities Violations
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2023. Jun. 05. 16:39
The surge in DYDX comes as the SEC alleges BNB and BUSD – tokens belonging to centralized exchange Binance – are unregistered security offerings. Binance Endures $69M in Net Outflows Within an Hour, Amid SEC Charge: Nansen
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2023. Jun. 05. 16:26
The world’s largest crypto exchange was sued for multiple securities law violations by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on Monday. Binance Withdrawal Surges, Sees $231M in Net Outflows Amid SEC Charges
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2023. Jun. 05. 16:26
The world’s largest crypto exchange was sued for multiple securities law violations by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on Monday. Binance Withdrawal On Track to be Largest Since March Crypto Banking Crisis
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2023. Jun. 05. 16:26
The world’s largest crypto exchange was sued for multiple securities law violations by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on Monday. Coinbase Shares Drop 10% Following SEC’s Suit Against Binance
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2023. Jun. 05. 16:25
Shares of Coinbase (COIN) were down 10% after news broke that the Securities and Exchanges Commission (SEC) sued Binance on allegations of violating federal securities law on Monday. The Lightning Network Doesn’t Fix Everything Wrong With Bitcoin
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2023. Jun. 05. 16:21
And that’s okay. SEC Sues Crypto Exchange Binance, CEO Changpeng Zhao Over Multiple Securities Violation Allegations
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2023. Jun. 05. 15:15
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission is suing crypto exchange Binance and its CEO, Changpeng "CZ" Zhao on allegations of violating federal securities laws. SEC Sues Crypto Exchange Binance and CEO Changpeng Zhao, Alleging Multiple Securities Violations
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2023. Jun. 05. 15:15
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission is suing crypto exchange Binance and its CEO, Changpeng "CZ" Zhao on allegations of violating federal securities laws. Virtual Reality Tokens Surge 8% as Traders Await Apple's VR Headset Release
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2023. Jun. 05. 15:12
Cryptocurrency's virtual reality sector has surged by almost 8% over the past 24 hours as investors anticipate Apple's VR headset reveal on Monday. Optimism-Based Velodrome Token Slides Nearly 8% Ahead of Major Upgrade
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2023. Jun. 05. 14:24
Velodrome’s upgrade is slated for June 15 and is a complete overhaul of the protocol. Privacy Concerns Dominate CBDC Discussion at Consensus 2023
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2023. Jun. 05. 14:16
Some Consensus 2023 participants argue that the economic benefits of CBDCs are not worth the threats to privacy in an excerpt from CoinDesk’s first-ever Consensus @ Consensus Report. Introducing CoinDesk’s First-Ever ‘Consensus @ Consensus’ Report
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2023. Jun. 05. 14:15
Based on intimate, curated group discussions that took place at Consensus 2023, it covers a wide range of pressing issues for the digital assets industry. El Salvador's Volcano Energy Secures $1B in Commitments For 241 MW Bitcoin Mine
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2023. Jun. 05. 14:13
The 241 MW site will be powered by wind and solar energy. Binance Executive Controlled Bank Accounts Belonging to U.S. Wing in 2019-20: Reuters
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2023. Jun. 05. 14:11
Binance.US has always claimed to be independent from Binance, a stance that may come under scrutiny following this news. New Stablecoin Issuer Raft Is Eschewing Fiat for Its Financial Backing
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2023. Jun. 05. 14:00
Its R stablecoin is collateralized by one crypto asset: liquid staking leader Lido’s staked ether (stETH). 3 Reasons Why Beauty on the Blockchain Makes Sense
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2023. Jun. 05. 13:14
Through new forms of digital artistry and cutting-edge technological innovation, today’s leading beauty companies hope to reach Web3-native consumers, create meaningful experiences and perhaps even clean up their supply chain. First Mover Americas: Is Bitcoin Heading Below $26K?
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2023. Jun. 05. 12:07
The latest price moves in bitcoin (BTC) and crypto markets in context for June 5, 2023. First Mover is CoinDesk’s daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets. Bitcoin Retail Demand to Remain Strong Ahead of Halving Event: JPMorgan
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2023. Jun. 05. 09:56
The event will double the bitcoin production cost to around $40,000, creating a positive psychological effect, the report said. JPMorgan, 6 Indian Banks to Settle Dollar Trades on Onyx Blockchain System: Bloomberg
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2023. Jun. 05. 09:35
The aim of the project is to settle dollar trades in real time around the clock as opposed to over a matter of days and only during the working week. New York’s Met Museum Agrees to Return $550K in FTX Donations
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2023. Jun. 05. 09:24
The bankrupt crypto company is seeking the return of funds sent by Sam Bankman-Fried’s empire before its November collapse. Binance Hands Rising Star Teng Key Role to Replace CEO Zhao at Largest Crypto Exchange
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2023. Jun. 05. 09:03
Taking up an expanded role overseeing regional markets outside the U.S., former regulator Richard Teng wants to demonstrate Binance is “a new organization.” Defunct Crypto Hedge Fund 3AC Insists on Taking Part in Genesis Mediation
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2023. Jun. 05. 08:34
The defunct crypto hedge fund has claimed over $1 billion against Genesis, which itself filed for bankruptcy in January. Crypto Insurer Evertas’ Coverage Limit Increased to $420M: Reuters
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2023. Jun. 05. 08:23
London-based Arch Insurance International, a syndicate member of Lloyd's of London, has authorized Evertas to increase its coverage limit for a single policy for crypto custodians and exchanges. UK Lawmakers Call for a Dedicated Government Role to Oversee Crypto Regulation
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2023. Jun. 05. 08:17
The Crypto and Digital Assets All Parliamentary Group released its long-awaited inquiry into crypto on Monday. Do Kwon's $428K Bail Request in Fake Passport Case Approved by Montenegro Court
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2023. Jun. 05. 08:08
A previous approval was annulled by a higher court after it was determined the Terra founder's finances were not sufficiently assessed in the first decision. Atomic Wallet Users Hacked for $35M Worth of Bitcoin, Ether, Tether and Other Tokens
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2023. Jun. 05. 05:46
Atomic Wallet said Monday that “less than 1%” of its monthly active users were impacted in the weekend breach. First Mover Asia: Why Did Bitcoin's Price Hold Above $27K Over the Weekend? Two Analysts Expect Continued Resilience
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2023. Jun. 05. 01:01
ALSO: The bitcoin options put/call ratio across exchanges has sunk to 0.47, suggesting that fewer investors are seeking downside protection against price declines than they had prior to the passage of a bill to raise the U.S. debt ceiling. Crypto Lender Celsius’ $800M Ether Staking Shake-Up Stretches Ethereum Validator Queue to 44 Days
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2023. Jun. 02. 23:40
The embattled crypto lender’s ETH staking maneuver could potentially lengthen the waiting time to activate new validators in the Ethereum network to 44 days, one observer noted. Why Did Bitcoin’s Price Rise? BTC Hovers Over $27K as Investors Shrug Off Hot Jobs Data
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2023. Jun. 02. 20:47
Ether and other major cryptos spent much of the day in positive territory. Mercado Bitcoin, Brazil's Largest Crypto Exchange, Receives License as a Payment Institution
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2023. Jun. 02. 20:22
The company plans to offer financial services that combine the potential of crypto with traditional financial services. Marathon Digital Mined 77% More Bitcoin in May With the Help of Its Software
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2023. Jun. 02. 18:15
The miner's bitcoin production per unit of computing power was low in April. Blockchain Association Files Amicus Brief in Coin Center Lawsuit Against U.S. Treasury Over Tornado Cash Sanctions
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2023. Jun. 02. 18:11
In a statement, the trade group’s CEO Kristin Smith, said that regulatory actions should only target bad actors. U.S. House Republicans Push for Crypto Oversight With Bill to Make SEC Play Ball
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2023. Jun. 02. 18:00
Crypto exchanges would gain a path to registering with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and would be able to trade digital securities, commodities and stablecoins all in one place under a proposal from the Republican chairs of the two House of Representatives committees trying to hash out a bill. Bridge Exploits Cost $2B in 2022, Here’s How They Could Have Been Averted
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2023. Jun. 02. 17:31
The bridges that are essential to our multi-chain cryptoverse are vulnerable to hacks. But an analysis of some of the biggest exploits of the past year reveals that applying multiple security measures in combination could have blocked the attacks, writes Gnosis co-founder Martin Koppelmann. What AI Governance Can Learn From Crypto’s Decentralization Ethos
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2023. Jun. 02. 17:02
Prominent critics of AI development are calling for government intervention to stave off the threat of human extinction. But we need more than centralized regulation of this industry, argues Michael J. Casey. Binance Market Share Drops to Lowest Level Since October
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2023. Jun. 02. 16:52
The exchange remains the largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume. Apple and Goldman Sachs Don’t Trust Their New Banking Customers
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2023. Jun. 02. 16:40
“Security Reviews” are locking up Apple Savings accounts for weeks on end, as a blunt-force anti-money laundering system turns customers into suspects. Sotheby’s Golden ‘Goose’ Sale and Mercedes Benz Puts NFTs in Motion
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2023. Jun. 02. 16:05
Sotheby’s will sell Dmitri Cherniak's “The Goose” NFT at a live auction this month, while Mercedes Benz released a collection inspired by its luxury vehicles. Kenya Central Bank Takes Ambivalent Stance on Digital Currency
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2023. Jun. 02. 16:01
The allure of the CBDC is fading and issuing one "may not be a compelling priority," the bank said. Justin Sun: Huobi Could Have Hong Kong License in 6 to 12 Months
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2023. Jun. 02. 14:13
Crypto exchange Huobi could receive a crypto trading license in Hong Kong as soon as the end of the year, Huobi advisor and Tron founder Justin Sun said on CoinDesk TV on Friday. Justin Sun Predicts Huobi May Get Hong Kong License in 6 to 12 Months
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2023. Jun. 02. 14:13
Crypto exchange Huobi could receive a crypto trading license in Hong Kong as soon as the end of the year, Huobi advisor and Tron founder Justin Sun said on CoinDesk TV on Friday. CoinDesk Turns 10: 2015 – Vitalik Buterin and the Birth of Ethereum
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2023. Jun. 02. 13:33
The most used blockchain is supposed to be immutable. So why has it changed so much from its founding? Credit Suisse, Deutsche Bank-Backed Taurus Deploys on Polygon Blockchain
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2023. Jun. 02. 13:00
The Swiss firm aims to allow financial institutions and corporates to issue tokenized assets on the Ethereum layer 2 network. Solving Lightning’s ‘Inbound Liquidity’ Problem Is Focus of New Layer 2 Bitcoin Protocol, Ark
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2023. Jun. 02. 12:52
The new protocol’s 24-year-old creator says Lightning’s inbound liquidity requirement - requiring users to commit funds to the protocol even when they're just receiving payments – “doesn’t make any sense.” U.S. Adds 339K Jobs in May, Blowing Through Estimates for 195K; Bitcoin Steady at $27K
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2023. Jun. 02. 12:35
Continued strong gains in monthly employment figures have added to the Fed's case for rate hikes. First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Bounces Back to $27K Ahead of Jobs Report
CoinDesk: Bitcoin, Ethereum, Crypto News and Price Data
2023. Jun. 02. 12:16
The latest price moves in bitcoin (BTC) and crypto markets in context for June 2, 2023. First Mover is CoinDesk’s daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets. Crypto Investors Lost $54M to Rugpulls, Scams in May: Blockchain Security Firm De.Fi
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2023. Jun. 02. 12:13
May saw fewer exploits than April, suggesting better security practices among crypto users and developers. Cathedra Bitcoin to Deploy Crypto Miners at 360 Mining's Texas Site
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2023. Jun. 02. 12:04
Cathedra will pay $55 per megawatt hour of power used plus 10% of gross bitcoin mined at the site. Bitcoin Miners Are Probably Selling Their Output at the $28K Level: Matrixport
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2023. Jun. 02. 10:15
Miners are being forced to liquidate any new bitcoin mined as margins have narrowed in recent weeks, the report said. Binance Australia Stops AUD Bank Transfers as Search for Payment Partner Drags On
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2023. Jun. 02. 08:31
Customers can still buy and sell crypto using credit and debit cards after the halt, which was announced last month. Coinbase Derivatives Exchange to Offer Institutional Bitcoin and Ether Futures
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2023. Jun. 02. 08:18
These products come on the back of the nano futures that were launched last year. Uniswap Community Votes Down Protocol Fees for Liquidity Providers
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2023. Jun. 02. 08:15
The initial snapshot poll was voted against by the community in a surprising move. First Mover Asia: Bitcoin Has Reached 'a General Accumulation Phase': Analyst
CoinDesk: Bitcoin, Ethereum, Crypto News and Price Data
2023. Jun. 02. 01:42
ALSO: BTC-20 tokens are pushing toward a $500 million market cap, and data from Glassnode shows that they have been a boon for miners. U.S. Commodities Agency May Change Risk Rules to Consider Crypto
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2023. Jun. 02. 00:28
The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has proposed an overhaul of its rules for risk management, and Commission Christy Goldsmith Romero said the changes should insist firms prepare themselves for crypto volatility and the risks from holding customers’ digital assets. Tether Market Cap Climbs to All-Time High of $83.2B, Even as Stablecoin Market Sinks
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2023. Jun. 01. 23:24
USDT has reached a $83.2 billion market capitalization, recovering all its losses since the implosion of blockchain project Terra more than a year ago. Bitcoin Lingers Under $27K to Continue Its May Sluggishness Amid Inflation Concerns
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2023. Jun. 01. 21:36
BTC and ether both lost ground in May, the first monthly decline of 2023. LTC and RNDR were among the month’s big gainers. Japan's Largest Airline Group ANA Launches NFT Marketplace
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2023. Jun. 01. 19:53
All Nippon Airways (ANA) is also working on a metaverse travel experience that will integrate passengers' flight histories into their digital avatars. Litecoin Starts June Strong as Investors Eye August Halving, Uptick in Activity
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2023. Jun. 01. 19:11
LTC has outperformed both bitcoin and ether over the last 30 days. Synthetix Community Approves Plan to Nudge Positions Off Soon-to-Shut Version One of Its Perpetuals Market
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2023. Jun. 01. 19:07
The market, which was replaced by a new version, has been in close-only mode for months, but about $150,000 remains on the original platform. MakerDAO Paves Way for Additional $1.28B U.S. Treasury Purchase
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2023. Jun. 01. 18:51
The protocol’s community voted for onboarding a new real-world asset vault that would invest up to the additional amount in U.S. Treasury bonds. CoinDesk Turns 10: The ICO Era – What Went Right?
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2023. Jun. 01. 18:34
The ICO boom is remembered as an orgy of fraud and scammy behavior. But ICOs funded many crypto success stories - and might still have benefits, says David Z. Morris. This story is part of our series looking back at the biggest stories from the last decade. The ICO boom is our choice for 2018. For Financial Advisors, Real World Assets Could Be a Safe(r) Path to Crypto
CoinDesk: Bitcoin, Ethereum, Crypto News and Price Data
2023. Jun. 01. 18:20
Financial Advisors should consider Real World Assets (RWA) as a way to approach the digital asset sector, minus most of the volatility. Bitcoin Miners Gain Support From Texas With Two Bills Passed, One Halted
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2023. Jun. 01. 17:50
Two bills that will seem to embrace mining have been sent to the governor, whereas one that would adversely affect miners was stopped at committee. Nike Is Bringing Its .SWOOSH NFTs to EA Sports Games
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2023. Jun. 01. 16:16
The sportswear giant and game publisher are partnering to build new immersive experiences in the EA Sports gaming ecosystem. MakerDAO Votes to Ditch $500M in Paxos Dollar Stablecoin From Reserve Assets
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2023. Jun. 01. 16:16
The result is a significant blow for Paxos as MakerDAO currently holds roughly half of USDP’s total supply. As Multichain Wobbles, Some Fantom-Based DeFi Projects Flee Bridged Tokens
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2023. Jun. 01. 15:55
The actions showcase how Multichain’s faltering infrastructure and AWOL CEO are sending shockwaves through Fantom, the blockchain most heavily dependent on Multichain’s bridges. GameStop Teams Up with The Telos Foundation to Grow Web3 Gaming Strategy
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2023. Jun. 01. 15:50
The leading game retailer will distribute Telos-based games on its forthcoming Web3 gaming launchpad, GameStop Playr. Qatar Didn’t Properly Enforce Its Crypto Ban, Global Money Laundering Watchdog Says
CoinDesk: Bitcoin, Ethereum, Crypto News and Price Data
2023. Jun. 01. 14:50
The central bank should proactively identify and sanction service providers breaching its 2019 prohibition, according to the Financial Action Task Force Sui Blockchain Signs Multiyear Deal With Red Bull Racing
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2023. Jun. 01. 14:09
Sui will roll out a series of digital experience for racing fans over the coming months. Bitcoin Miner CleanSpark Buys 12,500 Bitmain Machines for $40.5M
CoinDesk: Bitcoin, Ethereum, Crypto News and Price Data
2023. Jun. 01. 13:00
CleanSpark has been buying up assets during the bear market to reach its 2023-end of 16 EH/s, but discounts are getting smaller. First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Begins June Dropping Back Below $27K
CoinDesk: Bitcoin, Ethereum, Crypto News and Price Data
2023. Jun. 01. 12:21
The latest price moves in bitcoin (BTC) and crypto markets in context for June 1, 2023. First Mover is CoinDesk’s daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets. Treat Crypto as Securities by Default, European Parliament Study Says
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2023. Jun. 01. 10:35
Landmark new crypto laws under MiCA may have few short-term benefits without further steps, the report commissioned by EU lawmakers says Bankruptcy Claims Exchange OPNX Issues New Governance Token, FLEX Rises 16%
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2023. Jun. 01. 09:11
Bankruptcy claims exchange OPNX has issued a new governance token that is designed to reduce trading fees on the platform. Crypto.com Receives Digital Token License in Singapore
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2023. Jun. 01. 08:30
The exchange received in-principle approval in Singapore last June. Crypto Exchange Kraken’s Canada Customer Deposits Rose 25% After Binance Announced Departure
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2023. Jun. 01. 08:14
Kraken also saw a fivefold increase in app downloads within a week of OKX saying it was leaving the country back in March. Olive-Oil Producer Issues First Euro-Stablecoin-Denominated Bond on Obligate’s DeFi Platform
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2023. Jun. 01. 08:00
The debt sale was the first of its kind for the French sustainable agriculture business. First Mover Asia: Bitcoin Settles Above $27.1K After Early Wednesday Dip as Rate Hike, Inflation Worries Heighten
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2023. Jun. 01. 02:02
ALSO: Large bitcoin holders reduced their holdings and sent assets to exchanges in the days leading up to the debt deal. What's next? First Digital Unveils USD Stablecoin as Hong Kong Crypto Rules Kick In
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2023. Jun. 01. 02:00
The stablecoin is issued by a registered trust owned by First Digital. 
