General category for all types of news related to the cryptocurrency world.
The latest @Chainalysis report reveals illegal crypto transactions reached $41 billion in 2024, with stablecoins like $USDT dominating 63% of these activities. North Korean hackers were responsible for 61% of stolen funds, highlighting ongoing security challenges. #Update #Crypto $USDT (-6) ↘
@SigmaCapital announced a $100M fund to invest in 100 early-stage Web3 projects, 25 liquid tokens, and 10 fund-of-fund allocations, aiming to boost the digital asset ecosystem from its Dubai base. #Update #Crypto (+5) ↗
A forgotten bitcoin wallet from a conference gimmick in 2013 reveals a $100,000 windfall as crypto enthusiasts explore $ETH and stablecoins for transactions and investment opportunities. #Update #Crypto $BTC (+4) ↗
Thailand is considering banning @Polymarket, a decentralized prediction market, due to its classification as illegal gambling by cyber police and concerns about economic harm. This follows similar actions by Singapore and other nations. #Breaking #Legal (-6) ↘
@BoerseStuttgart’s crypto trading now constitutes 25% of its revenue, with volume tripling in 2024. Bitcoin leads, contributing nearly 50% of this growth. The exchange attracts over a million clients through platforms like BISON. #Update #Crypto $BTC (+5) ↗
Popular AI agent @ElizaOS is getting a humanoid robot body designed for companionship, not sex, with pre-orders open at $420,000. The robot aims to enhance productivity and emotional intelligence in human interactions. #Update #Tech (+3) ↗
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s meeting with former @Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao and Abu Dhabi authorities signals Malaysia’s strategic move towards recognizing cryptocurrency and blockchain technology, aiming to establish a robust regulatory framework. #Update #Crypto $BNB (+6) ↗
President-elect Donald Trump’s administration may swiftly address crypto banking issues, with potential changes at the SEC and FDIC easing restrictions on banks’ involvement in digital assets. #Breaking #Crypto $BTC (+9) ↗
@Circle’s $USDC circulation surged 78% in 2024, reaching over 500 million users globally, while $USDT saw a slight market cap decline. Circle emphasized compliance with EU MiCA and Canadian regulations, boosting its stablecoin’s role in digital finance. #Update #Crypto $USDC (+6) ↗
MicroStrategy’s (@MicroStrategy) stock price surged over 10% as it eyes $400, despite concerns about its substantial debt and executive stock sales. The company’s Bitcoin holdings have increased to 450,000 BTC following a recent $243 million purchase by Executive Chairman Michael Saylor. #Update #Crypto $BTC (+3) ↗
@JPMorgan predicts Solana and XRP ETFs could attract up to $14 billion in investments in their first year if approved, despite skepticism over SEC classification of tokens as securities. #Update #ETF $SOL (+3) ↗
@GeniusGroup (GNS) increased its Bitcoin holdings to $35M, acquiring 372 BTC at $94,047 each. @MingShingGroup (MSW) also purchased 500 BTC at $94,375 per coin, highlighting a surge in corporate Bitcoin adoption. #Breaking #Crypto $BTC (+9) ↗
@Moonpay has acquired Helio, a Solana-focused payment processor, for $175 million. Helio will operate as a Moonpay subsidiary with its employees becoming shareholders. #Breaking #Crypto $SOL (+8) ↗
Interest in acquiring @DeribitExchange has emerged, with @krakenfx among potential buyers valuing the exchange at $4 billion to $5 billion. Deribit denies sale plans but is open to strategic investments, collaborating with Financial Technology Partners LLC. #Update #Crypto (+3) ↗
