Options trading platform Deribit has reportedly drawn interest from potential buyers and is working with FT Partners to explore strategic opportunities, Bloomberg News reported on Jan. 14, citing sources familiar with the matter. The platform has seen a meteoric rise in trading activity, with its total trading volume nearly doubling to $1.2 trillion in 2024. …
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The UK government has unveiled groundbreaking proposals to combat ransomware attacks, focusing on safeguarding critical infrastructure such as hospitals, public services, and transportation networks. These measures aim to diminish the financial appeal of ransomware by banning all public sector entities, including the NHS and local councils, from making ransom payments. This ban extends current restrictions …
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A crypto firm has been fined $1.1 million for deceiving customers and misusing funds, as the CFTC highlights growing concerns about unregistered investment schemes. CFTC Strikes: Fraudulent Crypto Firm Banned, $1.1 Million Fine Issued The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) announced on Monday that Mosaic Exchange Ltd. and its CEO, Sean Michael, have been ordered …
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Efforts to trade using national currencies are intensifying, as nations aim to reduce reliance on the U.S. dollar and Western financial systems while boosting economic independence. Russia’s Plans for National Currency Payment Systems Signal Declining Dollar Use Countries worldwide are increasingly opting for national currencies in trade agreements, reducing reliance on the U.S. dollar and …
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has deferred its decision on the Bitwise 10 Crypto Index exchange-traded fund (ETF), citing the need for additional time to thoroughly review the proposal. SEC Needs More Time to Decide on Bitwise 10 Crypto Index ETF The SEC disclosed its decision to extend the review period for a …
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Two startups are joining forces to introduce a solution to verify total value locked (TVL) claims by Bitcoin decentralized finance (Bitcoin defi) projects. Why Bitcoin Defi Needs Proof-of-TVL At more than $30 billion in total value locked (TVL), Bitcoin decentralized finance (Bitcoin defi) is quickly becoming a profitable trend, but exaggerated TVL numbers from questionable …
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Singapore’s gambling regulator blocked access to Polymarket, a predictions market, considering it online gambling under their law. Offenders Face Stiff Fines or Jail Time Singapore’s Gambling Regulatory Authority (GRA) has reportedly blocked access to Polymarket, a predictions market, as part of a broader crackdown on unlicensed gambling service providers. Under Singaporean law, predictions markets like …
Prominent analytics firm Santiment says a handful of low-cap altcoins are seeing a drastic rise in the count of new wallets created over the past week. In a thread on the social media platform X, Santiment says the artificial intelligence (AI) related crypto project IQ.wiki (IQ) leads the pack after seeing a massive rise in …
Bitcoin price is attempting a recovery wave above the $93,200 zone. BTC is rising and might face resistance near the $97,500 zone. Bitcoin started a recovery wave above the $95,000 zone. The price is trading above $95,500 and the 100 hourly Simple moving average. There is a connecting bullish trend line forming with support at …
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Este artículo también está disponible en español. Solana (SOL) finds itself at a crucial juncture following a volatile day of trading. The price plunged over 11%, briefly dipping below the $170 mark before staging an impressive recovery. In just a few hours, SOL managed to reclaim the $182 level, a critical demand zone that has …
Este artículo también está disponible en español. Bitcoin (BTC) witnessed a sharp decline below $90,000 yesterday, sparking concerns about its near-term stability. However, the cryptocurrency has since rebounded, trading back above $96,000 at the time of writing. This rapid recovery has drawn the attention of market analysts who are examining the underlying trends driving Bitcoin’s …
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They say journalists never truly clock out. But for Christian, that’s not just a metaphor, it’s a lifestyle. By day, he navigates the ever-shifting tides of the cryptocurrency market, wielding words like a seasoned editor and crafting articles that decipher the jargon for the masses. When the PC goes on hibernate mode, however, his pursuits …
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Este artículo también está disponible en español. Crypto analyst MadWhale has revealed where the Bitcoin price could be headed next, having correctly predicted the BTC crash to $89,000. The analyst also explained why the flagship crypto’s current outlook is bullish, which could lead to further gains. Where The Bitcoin Price Is Headed Next In a …
“With Gary Gensler confined to the waste bin of Washington, we have an excellent opportunity to ensure that the future of digital assets is guided by Americans,” said Emmer.
The impeached South Korean president was taken into custody for questioning by South Korea’s Corruption Investigation Office on Jan. 15.
