Quick Take Farside data shows that Bitcoin ETFs experienced a significant outflow of $287.8 million on Sept. 3, marking the largest outflow since May 1, when $563.7 million exited the market. Eight ETF issuers recorded outflows, highlighting a broad retreat from Bitcoin ETF investments. Among the hardest hit was Fidelity’s FBTC, which saw a $162.3 …
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Libya’s central bank governor, Sadiq al-Kabir, has fled the country due to threats and intimidation from armed militias. He claims that these actions are aimed at forcing him and other bank staff to return to work and comply with the interim Prime Minister’s attempts to replace him. For his part, Kabir accuses the Libyan premier …
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The report indicates that Australia has a higher cryptocurrency adoption rate with one in every five current or past crypto holders. Key factors driving adoption include the relatively low investment threshold, greater financial control, and a perception of increased equality. However, barriers such as lack of knowledge and understanding hinder adoption. Aussies Embrace Alternative Investments …
Riot Platforms Inc., the largest shareholder of bitcoin mining firm Bitfarms Ltd. with a 19.9% stake, issued an open letter calling for significant changes to Bitfarms’ governance ahead of the Oct. 29 special meeting. Riot criticized recent board changes as insufficient, emphasizing the need for independent directors to enhance shareholder value. The letter highlights concerns …
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The Financial Services Agency has released its tax reform requests for fiscal year 2025, highlighting the need to consider the tax treatment of virtual currency transactions as financial assets. This marks the first time virtual currencies are mentioned in such requests. Industry groups have long called for changes to the tax system for virtual currencies, …
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South Korean police are investigating Telegram for allegedly facilitating deepfake sex crimes. They plan to work with French investigators following the detention of Telegram founder Pavel Durov in France for similar investigations. “Telegram does not readily provide investigation data, such as account information, to us or other state investigative bodies, including those in the U.S.,” …
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Prosecutors in Scotland have made legal history by converting cryptocurrency into cash under proceeds of crime legislation. John Ross Rennie, 29, has been ordered to hand over £109,601 after his BTC holdings were linked to criminal activity. The case initially proposed a settlement entirely in cryptocurrency, but Judge Lady Ross sought legal clarification on whether …
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BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes says he may have identified a reason why Bitcoin (BTC) is not rallying despite a looming Fed rate cut. Late last month, Fed Chair Jerome Powell hinted at upcoming rate cuts in a speech at the Jackson Hole economic symposium. The speech ignited rallies in crypto and equities, sending Bitcoin to …
Onchain Highlights DEFINITION:The percentage of unique addresses whose funds have an average buy price that is lower than the current price. “Buy price” is here defined as the price at the time coins were transferred into an address. Ethereum addresses in profit have seen a notable decline in 2024. The percentage of addresses in profit …
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The US-traded spot Ethereum (ETH) exchange-traded funds (ETFs) registered $476 million in negative net flows during the first month of trading, failing to overcome the outflows stemming from the unlock of Grayscale’s ETHE. Bloomberg senior ETF analyst Eric Balchunas the “heroic” performance of the Newborn Nine spot Bitcoin (BTC) ETFs, which recorded enough inflows to …
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Charles Hoskinson, founder of the Cardano cryptocurrency and CEO of IOHK, has shared his perspective on on the state of the Cardano ecosystem following its recent Chang update, which enhanced the blockchain to include onchain governance. Hoskinson praised Cardano, stating that it dwarfed Bitcoin, and reached “one of the greatest technical achievements in human history.” …
China and South Africa committed to deepening cooperation within the BRICS framework during South African President Cyril Ramaphosa’s second state visit to China, where he met with Chinese President Xi Jinping. The leaders emphasized the importance of expanding BRICS and enhancing economic coordination to support sustainable development. China and South Africa Reaffirm Commitment to Strengthening …
Former U.S. President Donald Trump’s family-backed cryptocurrency platform has been targeted by scammers, leading to over 70,000 users being misled with fake crypto giveaways. Scammers have posted fraudulent ads on the platform’s official Telegram channel, diverting users to a fake group promising $15,000 in cryptocurrency. Trump’s Crypto Platform Targeted by Scammers With Fake Giveaways Donald …
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Indian crypto exchange Wazirx has accelerated Phase 2 of INR withdrawals after a cyberattack on July 18. Initially scheduled for Sept. 9, eligible users can now withdraw up to 66% of their INR balances. However, crypto trading on the platform will not resume for another six months. Wazirx Expedites INR Withdrawals Amid Post-Hack Restructuring Efforts …
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Tesla CEO Elon Musk has expressed his eagerness to tackle excessive waste and regulations in the U.S. government, responding to a report that former President Trump is considering him for a role in auditing federal agencies. Musk emphasized the need to reduce wasteful spending to curb inflation and proposed forming a “government efficiency commission” to …
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