Monthly archives: July 2024

Arthur Hayes, co-founder of Bitmex, argues that the upcoming U.S. presidential election presents a unique opportunity for crypto advocates to leverage their voting power. With both major political parties vying for a narrow margin of swing voters, Hayes believes the crypto community could play a decisive role in determining the outcome. Arthur Hayes on Crypto’s …

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Bitcoin miner Bitfarms will hold a shareholder vote in October regarding Riot Platform’s takeover bid, according to a July 12 statement. The miner stated that its shareholders of record as of Sept. 26, 2024, will be able to vote at the special meeting it convened at Riot’s behest. Takeover bid This marks the latest development …

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Bitcoin Core developers have historically disclosed just 10 vulnerabilities affecting older software versions, as reported by Bitcoin Optech. The vulnerabilities, fixed in more recent releases, could have allowed various attacks on nodes running outdated Bitcoin Core versions. The vulnerabilities are relevant given that Bitcoin Core developers recently introduced a new security disclosure policy to improve …

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The UK Law Commission has released a scoping paper addressing the potential legal characterization of Decentralized Autonomous Organizations (DAOs) in the country. DAOs are blockchain-based communities created for a shared goal, like investing in start-ups or purchasing a historical document like the Constitution. Market observers see these organizations as the future of corporate governance. Key …

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Available exclusively via What can regional trends tell us about the Bitcoin market? Andjela Radmilac · 5 days ago CryptoSlate’s latest report dives deep into Glassnode’s regional supply and price metrics to analyze their changes in the first half of the year. Go to Source

Deutsche Bank-backed Taurus recently received approval from FINMA to offer tokenized securities to retail investors through the TDX marketplace. Lamine Brahimi, Co-Founder and Managing Partner at Swiss-based Taurus discussed the regulatory challenges faced and the navigation process with CryptoSlate. Since April 2018, Taurus has concentrated on developing institutional-grade technology and processes. Demonstrating compliance, anti-money laundering …

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The third quarter of 2024 has been tumultuous for the crypto market, with significant selling pressures and regulatory uncertainties affecting bitcoin and other digital assets. Coinbase Institutional reports that indiscriminate selling by the German government and the Mt Gox Rehabilitation Trust repayments have contributed to market volatility. Coinbase Institutional Highlights Bitcoin Sales Impact on Crypto …

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Bitfarms Ltd. has scheduled a special shareholders meeting for Oct. 29, 2024, in response to a requisition from Riot Platforms, Inc. The announcement on Friday claims Riot aims to disrupt Bitfarms’ ongoing strategic review process and acquire the company. The special committee of independent directors, after extensive deliberation and advice from financial and legal advisors, …

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Digital assets showed significant growth in the first half of 2024, driven by increased institutional interest and the approval of spot bitcoin ETFs. According to a report from CME Group and Glassnode, these factors have cemented digital assets as a crucial asset class with unique opportunities and inherent risks. Institutional Interest Drives Digital Asset Growth …

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WienerAI (WAI) has entered the final stretch of its presale phase. With just 19 days left, WienerAI’s presale has raised over $7.3 million – and counting. The project’s mix of humor and advanced tech has resonated, drawing attention from both newcomers and market veterans alike. 19 Days Left for Investors to Secure WAI Tokens at …

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The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has concluded its investigation into Stacks, a Bitcoin scaling network, and its original developer, Hiro Systems, with no recommended enforcement actions. This investigation began in 2021 despite claims by network contributors that Stacks’ token sale was SEC-qualified. Hiro Systems praised the SEC’s decision, reaffirming its commitment to regulatory …

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The U.S. spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) experienced another day of net inflows on Thursday, marking five consecutive trading days of positive movement. The ETFs accumulated $78.93 million, with Blackrock’s IBIT leading by bringing in $72.09 million. U.S. Bitcoin ETFs Record Fifth Consecutive Day of Inflows Among the 11 spot bitcoin ETFs trading in the …

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According to data from the past 40 days, the San Francisco crypto exchange and custody service Coinbase has experienced withdrawals totaling 12,585 BTC since June 1. Meanwhile, Binance has reported inflows of approximately 30,082 BTC during the same period. Despite these shifts, centralized exchanges have seen 70,966 BTC, valued at $4 billion, withdrawn over the …

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