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First Mover Americas: XRP Outperforms as Digital Assets Start Week in the Red
19.8.2024
The latest price moves in bitcoin (BTC) and crypto markets in context for Aug. 19, 2024. First Mover is CoinDesk’s daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets
UAE’s RAKBANK teams up with Bitpanda on digital asset platform for residents
19.8.2024
The new digital asset management platform still requires the approval of the Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates.
Nigeria’s SEC issues first license to local crypto exchange
19.8.2024
As the regulatory environment continues to evolve, other local exchanges will likely follow Quidax’s lead and seek to meet the SEC’s requirements
Stablecoin Market Expands: $2.21B Uptick in 8 Days Fueled by Tether’s Growth Spurt
18.8.2024
The stablecoin market has been picking up speed lately, and between Aug. 9 and Aug. 18, 2024, it expanded by $2.21 billion. During this period, Tether’s supply ballooned by an additional 1.26 billion USDT. Stablecoin Boom: $2.21B Growth Driven by Tether and PYUSD Between Aug. 9 and Aug....
Nigeria’s tax watchdog proposes comprehensive crypto
18.8.2024
The FIRS’s initiative to regulate cryptocurrency and update tax laws reflects a broader trend in Nigeria toward embracing and managing digital asset
Indian Authority Arrests Man in Crypto Extortion Case
18.8.2024
A Gujarat-based man, Shailesh Babulal Bhatt, was arrested under the anti-money laundering law in connection with kidnapping and extortion cases, including a significant cryptocurrency-related crime exceeding Rs 1,200 crore ($144 million), according to the Enforcement Directorate (ED). Bhatt...
Ripple Legal Chief Anticipates Possible SEC Appeal in XRP Case Despite Court’s 10% Reversal Rate
18.8.2024
Ripple’s chief legal officer says he wouldn’t be surprised if the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) does appeal the final ruling in the Ripple lawsuit over XRP. He questioned the SEC’s rationality and expressed confidence that any appeal by the SEC would likely...
Gold’s Bull Run Inspires Bitcoin Forecasts: Insights From Fred Krueger and Jack Mallers
17.8.2024
Gold has been on an impressive streak in recent times, hinting at underlying economic worries, according to bitcoin proponent Fred Krueger’s latest analysis. He speculates that bitcoin might soon follow a similar trajectory, fueled by broader financial factors. Jack Mallers, the founder...
Microstrategy’s Bitcoin Holdings Catch Up to Theoretical Ether Profits Without Staking
17.8.2024
After Michael Saylor, Microstrategy’s executive chairman, disclosed that the company now holds 226,500 BTC valued at $13.4 billion, it turns out the firm’s bitcoin (BTC) holdings have gained 61% profit. Interestingly, while blockchaincenter.net’s ‘There Is No Second...
21shares’ Toncoin ETP Reaches Over $100 Million in Assets Under Management
17.8.2024
21shares, a company focused on providing crypto-based exchange-traded products (ETP), recently highlighted the growth of its Toncoin-focused product. The organization, which manages over $3 billion for its customers, celebrated the milestone of its Toncoin Staking ETP reaching over $100 million...
Hedge Funds and Brokerages Dominate Bitcoin Assets, Coinshares 13F Filing Analysis Shows
16.8.2024
A recent analysis from Coinshares, spearheaded by its lead research analyst, James Butterfill, brings to light the evolving landscape of bitcoin investments among institutional investors. This report, derived from 13F filings submitted to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), offers...
Texas Senator discloses up to $100K BTC after blockchain endorsement
16.8.2024
After visiting a Bitcoin mining facility and receiving the endorsement of a blockchain advocacy group, Senator Ted Cruz reported purchasing up to $100,000 worth of BTC in 2023
Texas senator discloses up to $100K in BTC after blockchain endorsement
16.8.2024
After visiting a Bitcoin mining facility and receiving the endorsement of a blockchain advocacy group, Senator Ted Cruz reported purchasing up to $100,000 worth of BTC in 2023
Nigeria Seizes $37.5M in Digital Assets After Court Grants Freezing Order
16.8.2024
The Nigerian government has seized approximately $37.5 million in digital assets from the organizers of the Endbadgovernance protests. The funds were frozen by a court order based on a claim by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, which alleged that the money was linked to money laundering...
BSI Urges Crypto Users to Secure Assets with Hardware Wallets
16.8.2024
Germany’s Federal Office for Information Security (BSI) has urged crypto users to store their funds in hardware wallets.…
Blackrock Edges Closer to Surpassing Grayscale in Onchain Crypto Assets
16.8.2024
According to data gathered by Arkham Intelligence, Blackrock’s onchain assets are inching closer to outpacing Grayscale’s crypto holdings. As of Friday, Grayscale’s onchain value stood at approximately $21.33 billion, while Blackrock’s portfolio was around $21.02...
$110M Added to Tokenized Treasuries in 5 Weeks, Market Cap Approaches $2B Mark
16.8.2024
As of today, the market capitalization of tokenized U.S. Treasuries stands at an impressive $1.92 billion, reflecting a $110 million increase since July 9, 2024, marking a 6.08% rise over roughly five weeks. Blackrock’s BUIDL continues to lead the pack among tokenized Treasury assets by market...
Bank of Ghana unveils draft rules for cryptocurrency exchanges
16.8.2024
The Bank of Ghana introduces draft guidelines to regulate digital assets, focusing on exchanges and consumer protection measures
Senate Majority Leader: Bipartisan Crypto Legislation Could Pass in 2024
16.8.2024
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer is optimistic about passing bipartisan crypto legislation by year’s end, stressing the importance of collaboration to keep the U.S. at the forefront of innovation. At the “Crypto4Harris” event supporting Vice President Kamala Harris’...
Immutable taps Fireblocks to help game developers manage digital assets
15.8.2024
Immutable teams up with Fireblocks to secure asset management for Web3 games, NFTs and DeFi projects within its ecosystem.