💰 BlackRock continues to eat spot Bitcoin ETF volume share
The iShares Bitcoin Trust (ticker IBIT) has roared to a new all-time high, capturing an impressive 67% of the spot Bitcoin ETF volume market share. This surge surpasses its previous record of 61%, further cementing BlackRock's dominance in the crypto ETF space. Despite this record-breaking market share, IBIT's daily trading volume stood at $1.2 billion, which is only average for the fund. This suggests that while IBIT outperforms its competitors, overall market activity remains steady.
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🪙 SEC issues final approval for spot Ethereum ETFs to begin trading on July 23
The SEC officially issued its final approval for spot Ethereum ETFs on July 22 and the funds’ respective webpages are now live. The ETFs are scheduled to begin trading as US markets open at 09:30 Eastern Time on July 23. The approval confirms rumors from last week and opens up Ethereum to investors seeking regulated exposure. Market experts believe these funds will attract a significant amount of money from investors who have been hesitant to invest in crypto due to regulatory concerns.
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🪙 Ether price may dip after ETF 'novelty' wears off due to surging supply
Ethereum’s price might decline after the initial buzz surrounding spot Ethereum exchange-traded funds (ETF) wears off if its supply continues to increase at the current rate, according to an analyst. “If the supply of ETH keeps increasing by ~60k/month like it has been since April, then by Dec the supply will be back to what it was at the merge,” crypto trader and Into The Cryptoverse founder Benjamin Cowen wrote in a July 19 X post, referring to when the much-anticipated Merge transitioned Ethereum.
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⬜️ OKX ceasing all services in Nigeria by end of August
Global cryptocurrency exchange OKX is winding down services in Nigeria as of Aug. 30, a company spokesperson told The Block in an email. "OKX is committed to adhering to the applicable rules and regulations of all jurisdictions in which we strive to offer services," an OKX spokesperson said in a statement. "Due to local laws and regulations, we notified local customers that we would no longer offer services to customers in Nigeria from August 30."
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🪙 SEC has given ‘preliminary approval’ to at least 3 ETH ETF issuers
BlackRock, Franklin Templeton, and VanEck have reportedly received preliminary approval from the US securities regulator.
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💰 Bitcoin Miner Northern Data AG Announces 20% Capital Increase With a $233M Investment From Tether
On Monday, Northern Data AG said it has resolved to increase its share capital by 20%, planning to raise €214 million ($233 million) through the issuance of new shares. The company aims to enhance its cloud platform and expand its data centers in Europe and the United States.
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💰 Bitcoin ATM Scams on the Rise: North Carolina AG Issues Warning and Tips to Stay Safe
North Carolina Attorney General Josh Stein has issued a warning about bitcoin ATM scams, following numerous complaints. The alert outlines tips to avoid such scams, emphasizing caution with unsolicited requests for cryptocurrency payments, online relationships turning financial, verifying investment advice, and avoiding get-rich-quick schemes. Victims are urged to report scams to local law enforcement and the Consumer Protection Division.
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💰 Northern Data saw revenue drop to €77.5 million, mined 2,298 BTC in 2023
Northern Data Group reported a net revenue of €77.5 million for the 2023 fiscal year, down from €193.3 million in 2022. The firm’s total income for the period stood at €111.0 million, compared to €249.5 million in the previous year. The company’s adjusted EBITDA stood at negative -€5.5 million, aligning with market expectations, following substantial investments in HPC applications and infrastructure.
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💰 Bitcoin ETFs achieve $15.5 billion in total inflows
Farside data shows that Bitcoin Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) experienced another inflow, marking the fifth consecutive trading day of positive inflows. Bitcoin ETFs saw an inflow of $78.9 million. This trend was observed among the four largest ETF issuers, excluding Grayscale, which reported an outflow.
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🇺🇸 CFTC Chair Pushes for Federal Legislation to Regulate Bitcoin and Ether as Commodities
During his Senate testimony, the chairman of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) emphasized the necessity of federal legislation to regulate digital commodities such as bitcoin and ether. Citing market volatility and fraud, the chairman advocated for expanded regulatory powers to safeguard investors and maintain financial stability. He also referenced a recent court ruling that reaffirmed the status of the two largest cryptocurrencies as commodities.
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🇺🇸 Trump emboldens support from Republican voters with pro-crypto stance, survey finds
Republican presidential candidate and former US President Donald Trump has garnered increased support from his party following his recent embrace of cryptocurrencies, according to a new Paradigm-sponsored survey. Last month, Paradigm, a crypto-focused venture capital firm, polled 1,025 likely Republican voters’ views on the emerging industry, revealing their deep trust for the current financial system and their support for Trump.
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🪙 Bloomberg analyst calls July 18 ‘best guess’ for ETH ETF launch amidst S-1 amendments
Spot Ethereum (ETH) ETF applicants amended their registration statements as Bloomberg ETF analyst Eric Balchunas predicted a launch date. On July 8, Balchunas said his “best guess” for the fund’s launch is July 18 but declined to make an over/under prediction as SEC plans remain unclear. Balchunas described the changes in the latest amendments as minimal.
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🟠 Witness in Nigerian trial against Binance accuses platform of contravening Central Bank rules
Olubukola Akinwumi, the deputy director of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), accused Binance of conducting transactions reserved for authorized banks and financial institutions on Friday, according to a local media report. Akinwumi’s accusations were part of his testimony in the lawsuit brought by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) against Binance and its executive, Tigran Gambaryan.
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💰 Bitcoin traders eye Trump victory as potential market boost – FT
Former President Donald Trump’s potential return to the White House is expected to trigger a significant surge in Bitcoin’s value, the Financial Times reported July 5, citing various analysts. According to the FT, the concept of a “Trump trade” is increasingly gaining traction among crypto traders due to the former President’s “perceived pro-crypto stance and policies.”.
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🪙 DOGE open interest up 19% amid price 'breaking out' to monthly high
Traders are ramping up their positions on Dogecoin as its price "breaks out," reaching its highest monthly level on July 20. However, not all are convinced that the bullish pattern is confirmed just yet. “DOGE is breaking out and looks primed for an aggressive up move,” pseudonymous crypto trader Shelby wrote in a July 20 X post. They reiterated that Doge’s price breaking out has previously been “a catalyst” for other altcoins to follow, including Floki (FLOKI) and Shiba Inu, which have increased 37% and 3.89% respectively, according to CoinMarketCap data.
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🟠 Binance.US secures court approval to invest $40 million in US Treasury bills
A US court has granted Binance US permission to invest certain customer fiat funds, currently held at BitGo, in US Treasury Bills. Earlier this week, the exchange requested court approval to invest about $40 million in $10 million increments over four weeks. On July 19, Judge Amy Berman Jackson approved the exchange to invest its customer fiat funds, provided it maintains enough funds on its platform to meet all expected customer withdrawal requests and updates its terms of use to notify customers accordingly.
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🪙 Bitwise CIO predicts Ethereum ETF inflows will push ether prices to all-time highs above $5,000
Matt Hougan, Chief Investment Officer at crypto asset manager Bitwise, said spot Ethereum exchange-traded fund inflows could have a bigger impact on ether upon launch than the equivalent products did for bitcoin. He said he expected the first few weeks once the Ethereum ETFs go live to be “choppy” for the second largest cryptocurrency by market cap as funds potentially flow out of the $11 billion Grayscale Ethereum Trust (ETHE) after its conversion to a spot ETF.
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🇪🇺 Stripe enables Bitcoin, Ether and Solana crypto purchase options in EU: report
Financial technology company Stripe has expanded its crypto integration into the European market, enabling shoppers to buy cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin, Ether and Solana, using a credit or debit card. The decision by Stripe, founded by Ireland-born brothers Patrick and John Collison, is part of a move to make it easier for “normal transactions” to occur using digital assets, the Irish Independent reported on Tuesday.
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🇺🇸 Trump to Address Bitcoin 2024 Conference Despite Assassination Attempt
Former President Donald Trump, who survived an assassination attempt during a rally in Pennsylvania on July 13, is reportedly still scheduled to address the Bitcoin 2024 Conference, taking place in Nashville from July 25 to July 27. According to David Bailey, CEO of Bitcoin Magazine and cryptocurrency advisor to the Trump campaign, he spoke with Trump’s team after the incident and was informed of the former President’s intention to attend.
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🏦 Judge Criticizes Coinbase’s Attempt to Subpoena SEC Chair Gary Gensler
In a July 11 hearing, Judge Katherine Polk Failla expressed skepticism about Coinbase’s efforts to subpoena SEC Chair Gary Gensler in the ongoing SEC case against the cryptocurrency exchange. As detailed by Inner City Press, the hearing showcased Coinbase’s persistent efforts to acquire Gensler’s communications, including statements made before he became SEC Chair in 2021.
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🟠 Seven Years of Binance: CEO Richard Teng Shares Insights on Achievements and Future Goals
Binance is celebrating its seventh anniversary, reflecting on its growth and achievements in the rapidly evolving cryptocurrency industry. In an open letter, Binance CEO Richard Teng shared his insights and perspective on the company’s journey and future.
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🪙 Ethereum ETF issuers eagerly waiting on the SEC to provide details on potentially final filings: Sources
Prospective Ethereum ETF issuers are eagerly waiting on the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission to provide updates on the pending launches after handing in their latest S-1 forms on July 8. "The next step would be to hear from the SEC on what's next. Do they want final drafts? by when?" said a source at one issuer. They noted that what they hear from the agency next will be highly informative.
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🪙 Ethereum leads crypto majors in rally amid Fed Congressional testimony
Ethereum led an uptick of crypto majors on Tuesday, as equity indices gained amid U.S. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell's Congressional testimony. The second largest digital asset by market cap's price increased by over 3% in the past 24 hours and was changing hands for $3,069 at 12:03 p.m. ET, according to The Block’s Price Page. Bitcoin posted a 2.5% increase, and major altcoins such as BNB and Solana increased 2.2% and 2%, respectively.
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🇩🇪 German Government Prepares To Sell Another $900 Million In Bitcoin
The government of Germany began readying for its biggest Bitcoin dump yet on Monday, sending $900 million worth of the digital currency to trading venues. It stated the government sent 2738.7 BTC ($155.3 million) to “likely exchanges and market makers” including Kraken, Cumberland, an unidentified address, and an address likely related to an institutional or over-the-counter (OTC) trading service. Cumberland and the unidentified address were first-time recipients of government coins.
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💰 Bitcoin OTC desk balances hit over 300,000 BTC
Bitcoin’s total OTC desk balance demonstrates notable trends correlated with price fluctuations. The chart from CryptoQuant highlights the relationship between Bitcoin price movements and OTC desk balances, which have shown significant activity throughout 2024. The recent surge in OTC desk balances reaching over 300,000 BTC aligns with Bitcoin’s price hitting around $55,000.
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🪙 Tron develops gas-free stablecoin for Ethereum and Tron chains
Tron founder Justin Sun has revealed that his team is building a gasless stablecoin solution to make peer-to-peer transfers free for all. Sun hopes to integrate the stablecoin solution on the Tron blockchain in the fourth quarter, followed by Ethereum and other Ethereum Virtual Machine-compatible public chains soon after. “Transfers can be made without paying any gas tokens, with the fees being entirely covered by the stablecoins themselves,” Sun explained in a July 6 X post.
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💰 Bitfinex says bitcoin faces low liquidity as institutional participation wanes during summer
Fewer institutional participants are actively trading in the market due to summer vacations, leading to lower liquidity, according to Bitfinex. Bitcoin sell pressure has been exacerbated by fund managers being away on vacation for the for the summer, making the market very illiquid," Bitfinex analysts told The Block. The analysts added that data shows profit taking is continuing from the long-term bitcoin holder cohort.
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