RWA Tokenization Firm Securitize Raises $47M Led by Fund Partner BlackRock

BlackRock and Securitize last month teamed up to create the BlackRock USD Institutional Digital Liquidity Fund, which may prove to be geared toward RWA tokenization. дальше »

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Tether nets record $4.5B profit in Q1 2024 — majority from Bitcoin and gold

The majority, or $3.52 billion, of the profit stemmed from the firm’s financial gains on Bitcoin and gold, while the additional $1 billion came from operating profits. дальше »

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Google US market share drops below 80%, lowest since 2009 as Bing AI usage spikes

According to the latest data from web analytics firm StatCounter, Google’s share of the North American search market has fallen to its lowest point since 2009, with Bing and Yahoo making notable gains. дальше »

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Crypto scams hit historic low in April, plummeting 68%

Crypto-related exploits and scams plummeted 68% in April compared to the previous month, reaching a historic low of $25. 7 million, according to blockchain security firm CertiK. A breakdown of the incidents showed that the bulk of the losses, totaling $21 million, stemmed from exploits targeting blockchain protocols. дальше »

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RWA protocols are closing in on $8B total value locked: Messari

The TVL across real-world asset tokenization protocols has surged almost 60% since February, says blockchain analytics firm Messari. дальше »

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April Marks A Record Low In Crypto Hacks And Scams: A Sign Of Strengthening Security?

In April, the crypto community witnessed a historic downturn in financial losses due to fewer hacks and scams. According to blockchain security firm CertiK, the total damages of these types of crypto attacks dipped to a record low in April. дальше »

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15% decline in MSTR share price amid non-adoption of new FASB Bitcoin standards

Quick Take MicroStrategy, the business intelligence firm, has further solidified its position as a Bitcoin corporate treasury, holding approximately 1% of the total Bitcoin supply. During the first quarter of 2024, MicroStrategy acquired an additional $1. дальше »

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Coinbase officially rolls out support for Bitcoin Lightning Network

Coinbase is officially rolling out support for Lightning Network, according to details shared today. The exchange’s integration of the Bitcoin layer-2 solution is in partnership with enterprise-grade infrastructure firm Lightspark. дальше »

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Paradigm Special Counsel Has Left the Crypto-Focused VC Firm

Rodrigo Seira has rejoined Cooley LLP, the law firm where he worked previously, according to his LinkedIn profile. дальше »

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Ripple teams up with HashKey DX on blockchain-based supply chain finance in Japan

Crypto firm Ripple is expanding its XRP Ledger (XRPL) enterprise solutions to Japan through a strategic collaboration with HashKey DX, the Tokyo-based specialized consulting company of the HashKey Group, according to an April 30 statement. дальше »

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What is tokenization? How it works and how to invest in it

Discover how tokenization impacts the traditional financial ecosystem by digitizing assets. According to a report by digital asset management firm 21.co, tokenization’s market could swell to as much as $10 trillion by the end of the decade, driven by the… дальше »

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Blockchain gaming firm Animoca Brands 'comes to Bitcoin'

Animoca’s move into Bitcoin involves the Opal Protocol and BLIF token, initiated by Animoca and Darewise.

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Ripple Expands Reach In Japan: Partners With Hashkey DX For XRPL Solutions

In a significant move that underscores Ripple Labs‘ global expansion strategy, the popular American-based payment firm and Hashkey DX – a subsidiary of Hashkey Group have formed a strategic alliance to launch enterprise solutions powered by XRP Ledger (XRPL) in Japan. дальше »

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Checking Bitcoin’s next move - Can US liquidity offer clues? 

BTC's current price retracement coincides with a dip in US liquidity.  QCP, an asset trading firm, sees flat funding rates as a great opportunity for bulls.  Bitcoin [BTC] is a liquidity The post Checking Bitcoin’s next move - Can US liquidity offer clues?  appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »

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MicroStrategy continues stacking Bitcoin with $1.65 billion purchase during Q1

MicroStrategy’s first quarter earnings report showed the firm bought roughly 25,250 BTC for $1. 65 billion at an average price of $65,232 per BTC during the first three months of the year. With its latest purchases, MicroStrategy now holds 214,400 BTC in total — equating to roughly 1% of the total Bitcoin supply. дальше »

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Bitcoin Dominance: Traders Preferring The OG To Dogecoin & Other Altcoins

On-chain data suggests Bitcoin has recently experienced an influx of investors while Dogecoin, Cardano, and other altcoins have seen a slowdown. Bitcoin Total Amount Of Holders Rise While Altcoins See Flat Movement According to data from the on-chain analytics firm Santiment, the number of Bitcoin investors has sharply increased recently. дальше »

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SEC has regarded Ethereum as security for at least a year: report

SEC began investigtions into Ethereum as a security in March 2023. The regulator sent subpoenas and a Wells Notice to Consensys, a Ethereum development firm. The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has reportedly viewed Ethereum as an unregistered security for at least a year, FOX Business reported on Monday. дальше »

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Tether invests $200 million in biotech firm Blackrock Neurotech

Tether has announced a $200 million investment in Blackrock Neurotech, a leading Brain-Computer-Interface (BCI) technology company. The strategic investment, completed via Tether’s newly-launched venture unit Tether Evo, means the stablecoin issuer is now the majority stakeholder in Blackrock Neurotech, according to details in a press release. дальше »

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Tether invests $200m in biotech firm Blackrock Neurotech

Stablecoin issuer Tether has invested $200 million in Blackrock Neurotech through its venture division, Tether Evo. дальше »

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Bitcoin market poised for potential bull trend resumption amid ongoing redistribution phases

Maksim Balashevich, CEO of crypto analytics firm Santiment, believes Bitcoin’s market conditions post-halving suggest a period of ongoing redistribution followed by a potential resumption of the bull trend. дальше »

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Dubai does for crypto what Silicon Valley did for tech — Gov’t affairs firm CEO

NH Management’s Tao Xiao explained that VARA’s objective is not to hinder progress but to secure the market’s integrity.

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Sam Altman’s OpenAI reportedly in partnership talks with his other firm, Worldcoin

The potential partnership comes amid increased regulatory scrutiny for both companies.

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XRP, Ether, Cardano, SOL, Shiba Inu to Activate New Price Explosions as Key Metrics Suggest Crypto Winter is Over

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Franklin Templeton’s Ethereum ETF hits DTCC, hopes for SEC approval

Asset management firm Franklin Templeton has launched its Ethereum exchange-traded fund (ETF), dubbed the "Franklin Ethereum TR Ethereum ETF," with the ticker code EZET. дальше »

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CEO, Bitcoin Maxi Drops Bombshell Message From Satoshi Nakamoto

Samson Mow, CEO of Jan3, a Bitcoin adoption firm, recently reignited discussions on two crucial aspects of the cryptocurrency: user privacy and future price trajectory. In a thought-provoking conversation, Mow referenced Satoshi Nakamoto’s privacy vision from the Bitcoin white paper, emphasizing its continued relevance. дальше »

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How Trader Lost 125 Solana Trading 2 Newly Launched SOL Tokens With Double-Digit Spikes

A crypto trader found themselves in a precarious position this week after hastily trading two newly launched tokens that saw double-digit price spikes, according to blockchain analytics firm Lookonchain. дальше »

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Yuga Labs declares more layoffs as it embarks on restructuring program

Bored Ape Yacht Club (BAYC) developer Yuga Labs has kick-started a restructuring plan, which has led to more staff leaving the non-fungible tokens (NFTs) firm. Yuga Labs CEO Greg Solano confirmed the job cuts are part of transforming the company back to its roots. дальше »

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Texas Crypto Mining Firm And Co-Founders Face SEC Charges In $5M Fraud Allegations

The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has taken legal action against Geosyn Mining, LLC, a Texas-based crypto mining and hosting company, and its co-founders, Caleb Ward and Jeremy McNutt, over allegations of engaging in unregistered and fraudulent activities. дальше »

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US government appoints Sam Altman, other tech execs to newly established AI safety board

The US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) established an AI Safety and Security Board and named 22 members, comprising tech firm executives and other experts in the field, according to an April 26 press release. дальше »

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Pantera Capital Makes Major Solana Acquisition In 2,000 SOL Auction From FTX

Asset management firm Pantera Capital has emerged as one of the successful bidders in an auction of discounted Solana (SOL) tokens conducted by the liquidators overseeing the bankruptcy of the former FTX cryptocurrency exchange. дальше »

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Solana (SOL) Faces Potential 40% Plunge as Resistance Holds Firm, Here Are the Key Levels to Watch as It Dips

A popular cryptocurrency trader has issued a bearish outlook for Solana (SOL), suggesting the digital asset could dive by as much as 40% if a critical resistance barrier continues to hold. The trader, known as KaKazazy on TradingView, provided a detailed trading strategy for the SOL/USDT pair, highlighting key support levels to watch on the […] The post Solana (SOL) Faces Potential 40% Plunge as Resistance Holds Firm, Here Are the Key Levels to Watch as It Dips appeared first on CaptainAltcoin. дальше »

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Pantera bought more Solana tokens from FTX’s bankruptcy auction

Venture capital firm Pantera Capital successfully acquired an undisclosed amount of discounted Solana tokens in a recent auction orchestrated by the bankrupt FTX exchange managers. While specific details of the auction are not fully disclosed, Pantera Capital, alongside industry stalwarts like Galaxy Digital, had previously made significant investments in SOL tokens, totaling around $1. дальше »

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Ripple Vs. SEC Lawsuit: Court Gives Regulator Tight Deadline To Strike Back

In the latest updates on the court case between Ripple and the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the Magistrate Judge Sarah Netburn, has ordered strict deadlines for the regulatory agency to respond to the crypto firm’s motion. дальше »

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Bitcoin-Linked Stablecoin Firm OpenDelta Raises $2.5M

The startup is one of the first to build tokenized tech for Bitcoin's Runes era. дальше »

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Terra vs. SEC: Terraform Labs to block US-based users amid ongoing legal developments  

Crypto firm Terraform Labs (LUNA) confirmed plans to block United States-based users after the recent SEC ruling. The decision comes as the blockchain company anticipates a looming court order (a conduct injunction) in the legal fight with the US SEC. дальше »

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SEC Sues Crypto Miner Geosyn, Alleges $5.6 Million Investor Fraud

Crypto mining firm Geosyn faces SEC lawsuit over allegations of misappropriating $5.6 million of investor funds. The post SEC Sues Crypto Miner Geosyn, Alleges $5.6 Million Investor Fraud appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »

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ARK Sells Last of Its ProShares Bitcoin Futures ETF Shares

The investment firm sold 237,983 BITO shares worth $6.7 million at Thursday's closing price of $28.22 from its Next Generation Internet ETF (ARKW). дальше »

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Scammers leverage malicious ETH RPC nodes to target imToken wallet

A new scam is targeting users via physical transactions involving USDT, exploiting a modified remote procedure call (RPC) function on Ethereum nodes. As per a report by security firm Slowmist on April 26, the scam is designed to deceive unsuspecting… дальше »

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Marathon to double Bitcoin mining capacity by 2024

Marathon Digital has revised its 2024 hash rate goal upwards from 35-37 exahashes per second (EH/s) to 50 EH/s following recent acquisitions that expanded its capacity. Per an April 25 press release, Marathon’s CEO, Fred Thiel, said that the firm… дальше »

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Pantera Capital wins another bid for discounted Solana tokens in FTX bankruptcy auction

California-based venture capital firm Pantera Capital has reportedly won another bid for discounted SOL tokens from a collapsed exchange. Pantera Capital, a Menlo Park-headquartered crypto venture capital firm, has won another pack of discounted Solana’s SOL tokens in an auction… дальше »

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Memecoins: A Threat to Crypto’s Credibility? This VC Firm Thinks So

A top executive at Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) has raised concerns about the damage memecoins could inflict on the broader crypto sector's credibility. Memecoins have garnered attention and criticism in the rapidly evolving cryptocurrency market. дальше »

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SEC sues Bitcoin mining firm Geosyn over unregistered $5.6m securities offering

The SEC is suing a Bitcoin mining company Geosyn, alleging that the firm engaged in an unregistered securities offering, raising over $5.6 million through deceptive practices. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has filed a lawsuit against Geosyn Mining,… дальше »

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85% Of Altcoins In “Opportunity Zone,” Santiment Reveals

The on-chain analytics firm Santiment has revealed that over 85% of all altcoins in the sector are currently in the historical “opportunity zone. ” MVRV Would Suggest Most Altcoins Are Ready For A Bounce In a new post on X, Santiment discussed how the altcoin market looks based on their MVRV ratio model. дальше »

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Vertex AI Price Forecast: Bitcoin Has 60% Chance Of Hitting $100,000, Key Predictions Unveiled

On-chain analytics firm Spot On Chain’s team of analysts, using Google Cloud’s Vertex artificial intelligence (AI), has conducted an in-depth analysis to forecast the future price of Bitcoin (BTC). дальше »

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Ready, Set, Grow: Why It Might Be Time To Invest In Altcoins Now – Santiment

Recent data from Santiment, a prominent market intelligence firm, indicate that the altcoins may enter a “prime buying” phase. According to Santiment, more than 85% of the altcoins they track are currently positioned in what is historically considered a “buying opportunity zone. дальше »

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Consensys takes 'Ethereum (ETH) is not a security' matter to court

Consensys has sued the SEC for wanting to take action against the firm for its MetaMask products The blockchain firm has also asked the court to declare Ethereum as not a security In a freshThe post Consensys takes 'Ethereum (ETH) is not a security' matter to court appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »

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Ethereum Backer Consensys Takes SEC to Court

Ethereum software firm Consensys has sued the SEC дальше »

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Blockchain Security Firm SlowMist Uncovers New Crypto Scam

A sophisticated crypto scam uncovered by SlowMist involves deceptive Ethereum node modifications, leading users to fall for fake USDT balances, underscoring the need for heightened security awareness. дальше »

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The FTC’s Non-Compete Ban Is Good for the Crypto Industry

Employment contracts that stop free movement of labor conflict with an innovative industry’s open-source ethos, says Linda Jeng, CEO of Digital Self Labs, a Web3 advisory firm. дальше »

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Memecoins are like a ‘risky casino’ — Andreessen Horowitz exec

The chief technology officer of VC firm Andreessen Horowitz said that memecoins are like risky casinos that deter real builders from the crypto ecosystem. дальше »

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