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Investors ‘probably’ expected a higher valuation for Core Scientific, Bernstein says after bitcoin m...
The agreement for CoreWeave to acquire Core Scientific in a nearly $9 billion stock transaction reflects market reactions and investor expectations regarding the valuation of the b...
Read Full Article →TON Foundation searches for VP of marketing following UAE ‘Golden Visa’ controversy
The company aims to fill a key marketing leadership role responsible for developing strategies that enhance brand visibility and drive economic growth within the TON ecosystem.
Read Full Article →Worhmhole Foundation co-founder on how RWAs and stablecoins can live in a multichain world
Robinson Burkey highlights how linking real-world assets with stable digital currencies across multiple blockchain platforms can enhance financial integration and attract broader i...
Read Full Article →Ethereum co-creator Vitalik Buterin advocates for ‘copyleft’ software publishing
Implementing a copyleft approach as suggested by Vitalik Buterin could influence the economic dynamics of software development by encouraging shared innovation while potentially li...
Read Full Article →US Appeals Court allows battle over Tornado Cash sanctions to come to an end
The decision to dismiss the case may impact regulatory approaches and financial operations within the cryptocurrency sector, potentially influencing future enforcement actions and...
Read Full Article →Robinhood’s OpenAI-linked token drop triggers demand debate
Business leaders familiar with real-world assets on blockchain explore how Robinhood’s recent token release related to OpenAI could impact investor interest and the broader adoptio...
Read Full Article →The Daily: Elon Musk’s new political party to support bitcoin over ‘hopeless’ fiat, Strategy pauses...
Elon Musk’s latest political initiative may influence cryptocurrency markets by favoring digital assets instead of traditional currency, while the temporary halt in Bitcoin purchas...
Read Full Article →Stand with Crypto joins over 60 other groups in urging US lawmakers to back sweeping crypto legislat...
A coalition of more than 60 organizations, including Stand With Crypto, is advocating for comprehensive legislation aimed at regulating the cryptocurrency market to potentially imp...
Read Full Article →TON Foundation says UAE ‘Golden Visa’ plan in early stages after government pushback
The potential introduction of a long-term residency scheme by TON Foundation could influence investment flows and economic relations, although the project remains preliminary and u...
Read Full Article →IREN, BitFuFu notch June records as mining sector shows mixed signals
IREN achieved its highest monthly revenue of $68 million and hardware profits reached $51 million in June, highlighting notable financial performance amidst varied developments in...
Read Full Article →Bit Digital swaps entire treasury into Ethereum, says it’s now a top public ETH holder after a $173...
Bit Digital converted its full cryptocurrency reserves by reallocating $173 million from a recent funding round into Ethereum, significantly increasing its holdings to surpass 100,...
Read Full Article →Semler Scientific stacks another 187 bitcoin for $20 million, bringing total holdings to 4,636 BTC
Semler Scientific has recently increased its cryptocurrency assets by acquiring additional bitcoin through funds raised from selling common stock under its at-the-market offering s...
Read Full Article →Paradigm leads $11.5 million funding round in Kuru Labs, a decentralized exchange blending CLOBs and...
Kuru Labs secured $11.5 million in a funding round led by Paradigm to support its innovative decentralized exchange combining automated market makers with central limit order books...
Read Full Article →The Smarter Web Company hits 1,000 BTC treasury milestone with another $24 million bitcoin buy
The Smarter Web Company's recent substantial bitcoin purchase contributed to a significant increase in its digital asset holdings, impacting its financial position and investor int...
Read Full Article →Core Scientific shares slide as CoreWeave agrees to $9 billion all-stock acquisition for the bitcoin...
The all-stock deal valued at $9 billion significantly expands CoreWeave’s data-center capacity, reflecting growing market interest in companies supporting AI computing and cryptocu...
Read Full Article →Strategy plans $4.2 billion STRD preferred stock sale via ATM program to fund more bitcoin purchases
Strategy aims to raise $4.2 billion through an at-the-market preferred stock offering to support various corporate activities, with a primary focus on expanding its bitcoin holding...
Read Full Article →Bernstein says an ‘equity tokenization wave’ is coming, despite the Robinhood–OpenAI controversy
Analysts at Bernstein believe that favorable regulatory developments will drive increased adoption of digital asset tokenization, potentially transforming equity markets despite re...
Read Full Article →Strategy pauses bitcoin buying spree for first time in 3 months amid Q2 results: ‘Some weeks you jus...
The suspension of additional bitcoin purchases marks a strategic pause, with current holdings exceeding 2.8% of the total supply and valued at more than $65 billion.
Read Full Article →Crypto investment products log over $1B in weekly inflows, lifting total AUM to record high of $188B...
Cryptocurrency investment vehicles attracted more than one billion dollars in a single week, pushing their overall assets under management to an unprecedented $188 billion, driven...
Read Full Article →$8.7 billion in OG bitcoin moved in possible address upgrade, no signs of selling: Arkham
The transfer of over 80,000 BTC, valued at approximately $8.7 billion, after a long period of inactivity suggests a potential wallet restructuring rather than an intention to liqui...
Read Full Article →Russia rolls out crypto mining equipment registry amid crackdown on illegal miners: report
The introduction of a registry for crypto mining devices aims to enhance regulatory oversight and improve tax collection from miners operating within the country.
Read Full Article →China’s Shenzhen authorities warn against stablecoin investment scams as public interest rises
Local officials in Shenzhen highlighted that the increasing popularity of stablecoins has led to a rise in fraudulent schemes, posing potential financial risks for investors in the...
Read Full Article →Ethereum co-founder proposes gas limit cap of 16.77 million per transaction to reduce risk of DoS at...
Implementing a maximum gas limit of 16.77 million per transaction aims to enhance the platform’s security measures, potentially leading to more stable network performance and incre...
Read Full Article →Metaplanet adds 2,205 BTC for nearly $239 million, now ranks fifth globally with 15,555 bitcoin hold...
Metaplanet’s recent acquisition of over 2,200 bitcoins, valued at close to $239 million, increases its total holdings to 15,555 BTC, solidifying its position among the top five pub...
Read Full Article →Bitcoin climbs back above $109,000 after weekend slump as Trump sets new tariff date
Bitcoin’s recent rise past $109,000 reflects market optimism following the announcement of a revised tariff negotiation timeline, which helped reduce concerns about potential econo...
Read Full Article →Elon Musk says his new political party will support bitcoin: ‘Fiat is hopeless’
The creation of a new political group endorsing cryptocurrency highlights a shift in financial perspectives amid ongoing debates about government spending and economic policy.
Read Full Article →TON Foundation offers path to 10-year UAE ‘Golden Visa’ for $100k in staked TON, $35k fee; UAE denie...
The TON Foundation's program proposes a $100,000 stake and $35,000 fee to secure a decade-long UAE visa, potentially altering standard financial and eligibility expectations despit...
Read Full Article →U.S. Secret Service team has recovered nearly $400 million in crypto from criminals: Bloomberg
The recent recovery of close to $400 million in cryptocurrency highlights the growing ability of law enforcement to trace and secure digital assets involved in criminal activities.
Read Full Article →Bitcoin faces 20-month low in volatility and monthly transactions as ETFs set new cumulative inflow...
As institutional and individual investors increasingly incorporate Bitcoin into their holdings, the cryptocurrency experiences reduced price fluctuations alongside a decline in mon...
Read Full Article →$2,800 bribe led to $148m hack of Brazilian finance firms; $40m laundered via crypto
A small initial payment triggered a massive cyberattack on Brazil's financial sector, resulting in significant financial losses and recovery efforts totaling approximately $80 mill...
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