The Ethereum Foundation transferred $9.16M in TKO tokens to Bitcoin Suisse, totaling 3.484M tokens. This follows Taiko’s mainnet launch, which Vitalik Buterin praised for its potential impact on the Ethereum ecosystem. TAIKO tokens now trade at $2.57, with a $162.3M market cap.
Hong Kong politician Johnny Ng envisions Web3 and Bitcoin as pivotal to global financial innovation, likening Bitcoin to “digital gold.” He plans to discuss its reserve asset status, highlighting the need to accelerate Hong Kong’s Web3 ecosystem development to attract talent and maintain competitiveness.
Heather Morgan, aka Razzlekhan, was seen at the Bitcoin 2024 conference in Nashville, despite pleading guilty to the 2016 Bitfinex hack. Morgan’s presence at multiple Bitcoin events raises questions about her freedom before sentencing. #CryptoNews
Bitcoin Cash (BCH) surged 13% to $451, reaching a market cap of $8.75B. The rally, driven by Kraken’s distribution to Mt. Gox victims, highlights growing interest in affordable Bitcoin alternatives. BCH remains 88.3% below its all-time high. Global crypto market cap is $2.48T.
Bitcoin critic Peter Schiff argues that using BTC to repay the US National Debt is misguided and inflationary. He also challenges the “never sell your Bitcoin” mantra, claiming it traps investors in poverty. Schiff warns against Senator Lummis’ $70 billion Bitcoin proposal, citing financial instability risks.
Bitcoin is up nearly 15% this month, nearing $70,000. Investors anticipate a 25 bps Fed rate cut in September. Solana’s SOL surges to $192. Stay tuned for updates on macro factors and market movements. #CryptoNews
Hong Kong politician Johnny Ng proposes a national Bitcoin reserve, inspired by Trump’s Bitcoin 2024 speech. Ng urges lawmakers to boost web3 industry development, positioning Hong Kong as a hub for technological innovation and financial resilience. #Bitcoin #Update
Bitcoin surged 20% to $69,404, its highest since June, amid positive social media sentiment. BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF nears $20B in assets, while U.S. Senator Lummis proposes a national Bitcoin reserve, boosting market optimism. This rally follows cooler inflation data and potential Fed interest rate cuts.
Bitcoin surged above $69,000 this week after fluctuating between $67,500 and $64,000. Major events included Mt. Gox’s $2.85 billion withdrawal and significant purchases by Metaplanet and Real Bedford. Over 358,000 BTC moved to long-term holders, signaling strong market confidence.
Cantor Fitzgerald launches a $2B Bitcoin financing business to leverage BTC for investors, announced by CEO Howard Lutnick at the Bitcoin 2024 conference. The initiative aims to bridge traditional finance and digital assets, collaborating with select custodians. #CryptoNews
Senator Cynthia Lummis proposed a U.S. Bitcoin reserve at Bitcoin 2024, backed by former President Trump. The plan involves acquiring 1M BTC to pay down national debt, aiming to strengthen the dollar and maintain financial leadership. #CryptoNews
Donald Trump vowed to make the U.S. the global cryptocurrency capital at the Bitcoin 2024 conference, pledging to fire SEC Chairman Gary Gensler and establish a leading Bitcoin mining center. He opposes CBDCs and aims to prevent the sale of 210,000 BTC. #CryptoNews
.@SenLummis announced at #Bitcoin2024: a plan for the U.S. to buy 1M BTC, securing 5% of total supply. This aims to boost the U.S. dollar and national debt repayment through a decentralized, secure network managed by the Treasury. Could spark global crypto adoption.
At the Bitcoin 2024 conference, Donald Trump announced a plan for a national Bitcoin reserve if elected, pledging to keep and acquire 100% of U.S. government-held Bitcoin. He vowed to fire SEC Chair Gary Gensler on day one.
