Despite having a fantastic year in 2024, crypto hedge funds could not match bitcoin’s phenomenal returns. Crypto Hedge Funds No Match for Bitcoin Hedge funds focused on cryptocurrencies delivered double-digit returns in 2024. This is according to data from Galaxy’s Visiontrack Composite Index, which measures the performance of 130 crypto-dedicated hedge funds. The hedge funds …
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The Ethereum (ETH) layer-2 protocol developed by consumer electronics and entertainment giant Sony Group is now live. Sony Group says the Soneium Mainnet, which is developed by Sony Block Solutions Labs and powered by Optimism Foundation’s Superchain technology, is now operational. The Japanese conglomerate announced the development of Soneium in August of 2024. The consumer …
A closely followed analyst thinks traders who are bearish on Bitcoin are changing their stance after BTC’s latest bounce. Pseudonymous trader Cheds tells his 346,600 followers on the social media platform X that Bitcoin’s abrupt recovery following its drop below $90,000 on Monday indicates that BTC remains in a strong uptrend. According to the analyst, …
Blockchain technology is fortifying the strength of the US dollar rather than weakening it, according to the digital asset investment firm Pantera Capital. In a new analysis, Jeff Lewis, Pantera’s hedge funds product manager, and Erik Lowe, the firm’s head of content, write that blockchain tech will reverse a decades-long trend of international de-dollarization. “Far …
TLDR Ethereum fell below $3,000 for the first time since November, hitting $2,920 before bouncing back to the $3,100-$3,200 range Key support level between $3,066-$3,160 was broken, where 4.12 million addresses held 4.9 million ETH Current price action resembles the 2021 pattern that led to ETH’s all-time high Multi-month inverse head and shoulders pattern is …
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Investors’ appetite for Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) remains strong even as the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) remains cautious as recent outflows hit the market. Bitcoin ETF flows According to SoSoValue data, the US-based spot Bitcoin ETFs experienced significant outflows over the past four days, totaling $1.2 billion. On Jan. 14, the 12 spot …
Ripple has committed $100,000 in XRP to aid relief efforts for victims of the devastating California wildfires. According to a Jan. 14 statement, this contribution was channeled to World Central Kitchen and GiveDirectly, two organizations actively providing meals and financial assistance to those affected. The firm stated that its donation was facilitated through The Giving …
Elon Musk, the billionaire entrepreneur and CEO of Tesla, has criticized the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) over its lawsuit regarding his delayed disclosure of a significant stake in Twitter, now rebranded as X. The lawsuit marks a culmination of the SEC’s scrutiny of Musk’s investment activities with the social media platform in 2022. …
A South African law enforcement agency has opposed bail for Ziyadh Hoorzook, who is accused of donating bitcoin to an organization allegedly funding terrorism. Hawks Say They Uncovered Compelling Evidence A South African law enforcement agency recently argued against granting bail to a man accused of donating $614 in bitcoin (BTC) to an organization allegedly …
Moonpay, one of the largest crypto onramps, has recently acquired Helio, a Solana-focused payment processor. With the deal, Helio will remain a separate brand, operating as a Moonpay subsidiary, with its employees becoming shareholders. Moonpay Acquires Helio in $175 Million Deal Moonpay, one of the leading crypto onramps, has announced the acquisition of Helio, a …
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The U.S., Japan, and South Korea have united to thwart North Korea’s crypto theft schemes, targeting billions in stolen funds fueling weapons programs and cybercrime operations. 3 Nations Join Forces to Shut Down North Korea’s Crypto Funding Machine The U.S., Japan, and South Korea have issued a joint warning against cryptocurrency thefts linked to the …
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Thailand’s former prime minister has urged cryptocurrency-friendly policies and a 20% tax on online gambling, projecting billions in revenue to spur economic modernization. Ex-Prime Minister Calls for Crypto-Friendly Policies to Spur Economic Innovation Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra has urged the government to prioritize cryptocurrency reforms alongside online gambling to modernize Thailand’s economy, according …
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Analyst and trader Kevin Svenson believes Bitcoin (BTC) will print new all-time highs in 2025 as a key trend remains intact. In a new strategy session, Svenson tells his 81,800 YouTube subscribers that Bitcoin’s parabolic trend indicates the flagship crypto asset may surge to at least $124,000 before June, correct for a few months, then …
HodlX Guest Post Submit Your Post As 2025 dawns, FHE (fully homomorphic encryption) is a PET (privacy-enhancing technology) on the cusp of going mainstream. FHE keeps data encrypted during computation so that even if it’s intercepted, it can’t be read. Hardware acceleration, venture capital investment and cross-industry standards development organization and consortia all have gathered …
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