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Taiwan Notes Rise in Bitcoin, Ethereum Use in Bribery Cases
5.7.2023
Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH)-powered “bribery” cases are on the rise in Taiwan, the nation’s justice ministry has claimed.
Per the China Times, the ministry warned that cash is no longer the only currency used in corruption cases.
The ministry said that BTC, ETH, and other coins were also...
New BRC69 Token Standard Promises 90% Savings for Bitcoin’s Ordinal Inscriptions
5.7.2023
While Ordinal inscriptions continue to rise, nearing the 15 million range, a new token standard was revealed on July 3 called BRC69. According to the creators of the concept, it can reduce the costs of inscriptions for Ordinal collections by over 90%. The launchpad Luminex, which announced...
Litecoin makes traction as active addresses rise. DigiToads presale raises $5.7M+ in presale
2.7.2023
On-chain data shows Microstrategy has been accumulating $BTC aggressively, which should not surprise investors. However, on-chain data also highlighted more exciting facts about the current state of the market, all pointing to an accumulation phase before an incoming rally. Daily active addresses...
Bitcoin’s Sats Names Ecosystem Flourishes: 370,000 SNS Names Inscribed
1.7.2023
On June 26, 2023, the number of Bitcoin-based Ordinal inscriptions surpassed 14 million, just six days after exceeding 13 million. Inscription activity has continued to rise since then. In addition to text, non-fungible tokens (NFTs), and fungible BRC20 tokens, Ordinal inscription technology...
Is Fednow the First Step Towards a Central Bank Digital Currency? Speculations Rise Ahead of Launch
30.6.2023
In recent days, there has been a buzz surrounding the upcoming debut of the U.S. Federal Reserve’s Fednow project, slated for July 1, 2023. The discussions surrounding this topic have sparked speculation about whether this marks the central bank’s inaugural foray into a central bank...
Rise in Salaries Paid in Bitcoin as Employees Opt for Crypto Amid Economic Uncertainty
30.6.2023
Human Resources industry executives have noted that employees are willing to receive their salaries in Bitcoin (BTC), given the current hyperinflation and political conundrum in many regions worldwide.
Recent bank failures and volatility among fiat money are shifting people to opt for stablecoins...
Crypto scams are going to ramp up with the rise of AI
27.6.2023
Remember HarvestKeeper, the AI project that scammed users for $1 million? You can expect similar AI-based scams to soar over the next couple of years
Crypto Market Rises by $30B in 48 Hours — Bitcoin Cash Leads With 88% Weekly Gain
25.6.2023
On Sunday, June 25, the cryptocurrency market experienced a modest increase in value, climbing from $1.21 trillion two days prior to its current value of $1.24 trillion. Bitcoin has surged 15% in the past week, while ethereum has risen over 10% against the U.S. dollar. Furthermore, numerous other...
Santander, Crédit Agricole Asset Servicing Arm Acquires French Crypto Custody License – Adoption on the Rise?
23.6.2023
CACEIS Bank, the combined asset servicing arm of the major European banks Crédit Agricole and Santander, has acquired a French crypto custody license, according to the website of France’s financial regulator.
The license, which was granted by France’s Financial Markets Authority (AMF) on June...
How Gaming, Loyalty and Entertainment Are Adapting to the Rise of NFTs and Web3
23.6.2023
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
3 reasons why Ethereum’s market cap dominance is on the rise
21.6.2023
Bitcoin dominance is rising, but so is Ethereum’s share of market dominance among its altcoin competitors. Cointelegraph explains why
French Real Estate Firm Signs Crypto Pay Deal – Is Adoption on the Rise?
21.6.2023
A French real estate firm has signed a partnership deal with domestic crypto pay provider, an indication that the European nation may be the next to embrace crypto-powered commerce.
Per Boursier, Apsys will allow customers to pay using crypto at all of its shopping malls.
The firm operates...
NFT Sales Rise by 11% This Week as Buyers Surge 95% in Latest Data; ETH Dominates With $85.43 Million in Sales
20.6.2023
In the most recent data, non-fungible token (NFT) sales for this week have experienced a rise of 11.60% compared to the previous week. Moreover, the number of individual buyers purchasing NFTs in the past seven days has jumped 95.20%, reaching a total of 664,096 buyers. This Week’s NFT Sales...
The Evolution of Investor Portfolios with Rollman Mining: Embracing Cryptocurrencies for Optimal Diversification
20.6.2023
PRESS RELEASE. Tallinn, 20th June 2023 – Rollman Mining, as the financial landscape continues to evolve, investor portfolios must adapt to changing times. The rise of cryptocurrencies has captured the attention of financial experts and media outlets who suggest that allocating a portion...
Amid SEC lawsuit, market drop by 78% on Binance.US, but DigiToads presale continues to rise
17.6.2023
Following the recent actions of the SEC on the crypto market, the crypto market has suffered a harsh market situation. Some of the best cryptos on the Binance platform have lost their standings, and the market depth has plummeted by 78%. DigiToads (TOADS) presale success has exceeded expectations...
Bitcoin-Based Strike Debuts Lightning Network Cross-Border Payments in Mexico – Crypto Adoption on the Rise
15.6.2023
Bitcoin payments firm Strike has extended the reach of its cross-border payments service to Mexico, as the company aims to leverage the country’s expansive remittances market.
As of June 14, 2023, the company has introduced its 'Send Globally' service to the third largest country in Latin America....
Belgium: Burger Chain to Accept Crypto Pay – Is Adoption on the Rise?
14.6.2023
The Belgian arm of the French fast food chain Black & White Burger has announced that all its stores in the nation will accept crypto payments.
Per the media outlets L’Echo and L’Avenir, the chain also says it has created a “mystery burger,” which will only be made available to customers paying...
With the rising adoption of Solana, the DigiToads presale poses an interesting prospect
13.6.2023
Solana (SOL) has been making headlines in the crypto industry, bouncing back from a transient downturn due to FTX’s bankruptcy and hitting the ground running with a notable uptick in January. The SOL token regained its upward trajectory, boasting an impressive 100% increase. What triggered...
Bank of China Uses Ethereum Blockchain for $28 Million Digital Structured Notes – Crypto Adoption on the Rise?
13.6.2023
Bank of China's investment arm BOCI has utilized the Ethereum blockchain network to issue $28 million worth of digital structured notes.
The bank has become the first Chinese institution to issue this type of tokenized security in Hong Kong, global investment bank UBS said in a recent press...
Chinese Police Warn of a Rise in Digital Yuan-themed Scams
13.6.2023
Chinese police have warned there has been an increase in digital yuan-themed scams, as the nation’s CBDC rollout gathers pace.
Per the state-run news outlet CCTV (via Xinhua), officers in Shandong Province claimed they had seen a rise in digital yuan-themed “fraud.”
They said one recent scam...