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Russian President Vladimir Putin has revealed plans for an independent payment system in collaboration with BRICS nations to secure foreign trade transactions. This move reflects a strategic shift aimed at increasing Russia’s and BRICS’s autonomy in global trade amid broader economic changes. Russia Announces Independent Payment System with BRICS for Foreign Trade During the Russian […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/putin-brics-nations-developing-own-payment-and-settlement-system/
Billionaire Mark Cuban says that Vice President Kamala Harris’ team has told him “in no uncertain terms that they are against ‘regulation through litigation.'” He criticized U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Gary Gensler’s regulation by enforcement approach, asserting: “Gary Gensler is a blight on the technology community.” Mark Cuban Slams SEC Chair Over Crypto […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/mark-cuban-kamala-harris-opposes-regulation-through-litigation/
Dydx has announced its integration of the Phantom Wallet, a leading Solana-based non-custodial wallet, into its decentralized finance (defi) platform. This integration aims to simplify access for over 7 million Phantom users, aligning with Dydx’s goal to broaden participation in decentralized trading. Phantom Wallet Is Now on Dydx, Enhancing User Access The new integration allows […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/phantom-wallet-joins-dydx-easing-access-for-7-million-users/
Analysts from the Kobeissi Letter, a global capital markets commentary, have assessed that the behavior of silver, which is experiencing a larger bull market than gold, may forecast a significant upcoming macroeconomic crisis. According to Kobeissi, silver and gold could anticipate a similar inflation curve to the one observed in the 1970s. Silver Bull Run […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/analysts-link-silver-bull-market-to-upcoming-macroeconomic-crisis/
Bitdeer Technologies Group has successfully completed prototype testing for its SEAL02 bitcoin mining chip, marking a pivotal advancement in the company’s technological development. The chip exhibited a power efficiency ratio of 13.5 joules per terahash (J/T) when operated in low-voltage mode, a key achievement in Bitdeer’s roadmap. Bitdeer’s SEAL02 Chip Achieves 13.5 J/T Efficiency in […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/bitdeer-completes-testing-of-seal02-bitcoin-mining-chip/
U.S. spot bitcoin ETFs enjoyed another day of inflows, bringing in $105.84 million, while spot ether funds also added $43.23 million. Blackrock’s IBIT Leads Bitcoin ETFs, While Grayscale’s Mini Ether Trust Gains the Most Ether Inflows Wednesday marked another active trading session for the 12 spot bitcoin ETFs and the nine spot ether ETFs. The […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/spot-bitcoin-etfs-add-105m-as-ether-etfs-pull-in-43m-on-busy-trading-day/
According to recent market data, the freshly minted hamster kombat (HMSTR) token has made its debut on several top-tier exchanges, only to tumble 30% in value within the last 24 hours. Hamster Kombat Token Drops 30% Amid First Day of Major Trading The token, tied to the blockchain game Hamster Kombat on the TON network […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/hamster-kombats-wild-start-hmstrs-30-drop-rocks-market-debut/
Vice President Kamala Harris’s remarks on fostering technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) and blockchain have sparked plenty of chatter in the crypto community. While some see her words as encouraging and forward-thinking, others believe Harris is merely pandering and looking to gain political support. VP Harris Faces Skepticism Over Blockchain Statement Amid Ongoing Crypto Crackdown […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/kamala-harriss-blockchain-comment-sparks-mixed-reactions-in-crypto-community/
Check Point Research (CPR) has uncovered a new threat: a mobile crypto drainer app found on Google Play. This app, deceptively posing as the legitimate WalletConnect tool, exploited the growing popularity of digital assets and targeted users directly on their mobile devices. Over five months, it achieved more than 10,000 downloads and stole around $70,000 […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/check-point-discovers-mobile-crypto-drainer-app-on-google-play-store-70k-stolen-from-10000-users/
Visa has launched the Visa Tokenized Asset Platform (VTAP), a new product designed to help banks issue fiat-backed tokens on the Ethereum blockchain. This platform aims to digitize and automate the trading of real-world assets, such as commodities and bonds, using smart contracts. VTAP provides financial institutions with the tools and infrastructure needed to tokenize […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/visa-introduces-tokenized-asset-platform-for-blockchain-based-financial-services/
Dagestan, a republic in Russia, is stepping up efforts to tackle illegal cryptocurrency mining due to its impact on the power grid and public safety. Underground mining operations have caused recent infrastructure damage, including a substation fire. Officials call for stricter measures to address these issues as miners bypass regulations. Dagestan Cracks Down on Illegal […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/russian-republic-dagestan-battles-underground-crypto-mining-amid-power-outages/
Play-to-earn blockchain games are driving crypto adoption in emerging markets, particularly in Southeast Asia, Latin America, and Africa. Experts attribute this growth to their accessibility, economic opportunities, and community-building benefits. One expert believes play-to-earn games can serve as a bridge to mass crypto adoption by leveraging the popularity of gaming and introducing users to the […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/experts-say-p2e-games-normalize-crypto-in-emerging-markets/
Russian Interior Minister Vladimir Kolokoltsev has revealed that cybercrime damage in Russia has surpassed $1.25 billion so far this year, with both individuals and organizations, including government bodies, as frequent targets. He highlighted that cybercrime now represents 40% of all crimes in the country, rising to 60% in serious cases. Cybercrime Costs Russia Over $1.25 […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/russias-cybercrime-damage-exceeds-1-25-billion-in-2024-minister-says/
BRICS nations are considering adopting the petroyuan for oil trade as part of their ongoing dedollarization efforts, according to economic expert Herbert Poenisch. He noted the BRICS group may discuss alternatives to the petrodollar at their Kazan summit. He highlighted Saudi Arabia’s potential shift towards the petroyuan and Russia’s plans to reduce dollar reliance. However, […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/brics-eyes-petroyuan-for-oil-trade-amid-dedollarization-push-expert-says/
Congressman Warren Davidson has introduced the Evaluating Defi Opportunities Act to foster data-driven regulations for decentralized finance (defi). He stressed the importance of safeguarding innovation and user privacy while addressing concerns over potential overregulation. This proposed study by key financial regulators seeks to balance defi’s growth with oversight, ensuring the sector’s competitive edge and resilience […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/lawmaker-introduces-defi-bill-calls-decentralized-finance-essential-to-future-of-markets/
Paypal has unveiled a new feature allowing U.S. merchants to buy, hold, and sell cryptocurrency from their business accounts. Although not yet available in New York, this move caters to increasing demand from businesses. Paypal has steadily ramped up its involvement in digital currencies, including the launch of Paypal USD (PYUSD) and its integration with […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/paypal-rolls-out-crypto-features-for-business-accounts/
BNY Mellon, one of the world’s largest custodian banks, is seeking to offer custody services for bitcoin and ether to exchange-traded product (ETP) clients. The bank is also eyeing large-scale growth in the crypto space, with plans to seek more regulatory approvals to capitalize on the lucrative crypto custody market. BNY Mellon Pushes Forward With […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/bny-mellon-engages-with-banking-regulators-to-offer-crypto-custody-services-at-scale/
Hut 8 Corp. has officially launched its GPU-as-a-service vertical, marking a significant step in the company’s diversification efforts. The deployment includes 1,000 Nvidia H100 graphics processing units (GPUs), hosted in a Chicago-based tier-three data center, for an artificial intelligence (AI) cloud developer. Hut 8 Deploys 1,000 Nvidia GPUs The new GPU cluster, designed and configured […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/hut-8-launches-gpu-as-a-service-vertical-deploys-1000-nvidia-gpus/
Crypto.com has introduced a new artificial intelligence (AI) tool designed to aid developers in integrating natural language capabilities with blockchain functions. The new software development kit (SDK) aims to streamline development within the Web3 ecosystem by enabling easier interactions with Crypto.com’s services and blockchain protocols. AI Meets Blockchain: Crypto.com’s Latest Tool for Developers According to […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/crypto-com-unveils-ai-powered-sdk-for-blockchain-developers/
PRESS RELEASE. Valletta, Malta, 26/09/2024 – With the rapid growth of cryptocurrency, PandaCasino is positioning itself as a leader in the online gaming industry. Offering a host of benefits over traditional casinos, PandaCasino combines innovative technology, fast transactions, enhanced privacy, and a commitment to fairness that puts it ahead of other crypto casinos. Players at […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/rolling-the-dice-on-the-future-pandacasino-leads-the-charge-in-crypto-gaming/
At 11:40 a.m. EDT on Thursday, bitcoin (BTC) surpassed the $65,000 mark. After the latest climb, the current trading price per BTC stands at $65,430 per coin. Bitcoin Peaks Above $65K Bitcoin (BTC) has enjoyed a rise today, reaching $65,499 during the morning trading hours. Of the day’s total crypto trade volume of $95.27 billion, […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/bitcoin-reaches-65k-market-braces-for-major-options-expiry/
Meme coins – they’re the wildcards of the crypto market. As we prepare to enter October, everyone’s buzzing about which of these coins could be the next big thing. And analysts have their eyes on a few standout contenders: Popcat, Floki, and Crypto All-Stars. Solana Meme Coin POPCAT Continues Impressing Investors Solana-based meme coin Popcat […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/crypto-analysts-say-these-are-the-best-meme-coins-to-buy-for-october-popcat-floki-crypto-all-stars/
Indian crypto exchange Wazirx has secured a four-month moratorium granted by a Singapore court, providing time for the company to address its financial obligations while crafting a resolution plan. Wazirx explained that as part of the court’s conditions, it will “make wallet addresses public via a court affidavit, respond to user queries raised in the […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/wazirx-granted-4-month-moratorium-will-make-wallet-addresses-public/
Coral, a climate tech startup leveraging blockchain and AI, has secured $3 million in pre-seed funding to expand its operations and enhance its carbon emissions management platform. The funding will enable Coral to open a new office in Abu Dhabi, hire more experts, and improve its AI-powered platform. ‘Full Lifecycle’ Traceability of Carbon Credits Coral, […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/blockchain-climate-tech-startup-coral-raises-3-million/
BitcoinOS (BOS) has open-sourced its BitSNARK verification protocol, marking a significant advancement in blockchain technology. This protocol, which successfully verified the first zk-SNARK proof on the Bitcoin blockchain, enables zero-knowledge cryptography without altering Bitcoin’s core protocol. By facilitating decentralized atomic swaps, cross-chain transfers, and 2-way pegging, BitSNARK opens up new possibilities for Bitcoin to interact […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/bos-open-sources-zero-knowledge-protocol-paving-the-way-for-advanced-cryptography-on-bitcoin/
Piero Coen, co-founder and CEO of Osmo, a Latam-focused bitcoin and lightning network wallet, has announced that they are now bringing their full suite of financial services for customers in Costa Rica. Costa Ricans can top up their wallet using Sinpemovil, a quick cellphone-linked fiat payment method, debit and credit cards. In addition, wallet users […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/lightning-wallet-osmo-brings-financial-services-to-puerto-rico/
Bitcoin miners got a bit of a breather on Wednesday as the network’s difficulty dropped by 4.6% at block height 862,848. For the next two weeks, the process of finding a block subsidy is 4.6% easier than it was during the previous 2,016 blocks, which had the highest difficulty level ever recorded. Bitcoin’s Mining Game: […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/bitcoin-network-eases-up-difficulty-falls-4-6-at-block-862848/
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) has moved into Phase 2 of its e-HKD pilot program, expanding its exploration into tokenized deposits and e-HKD. With 11 groups of firms selected, the initiative delves into practical applications such as offline payments and asset settlement. The creation of an industry forum aims to solve potential challenges while […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/hong-kong-cbdc-pilot-enters-phase-2-with-new-firms-to-advance-digital-currency-use-cases/
A Russian digital services expert has predicted a future where passport-based identification for Internet access becomes the norm, citing a broader trend towards the de-anonymization of online spaces. His comments follow a move by Telegram to disclose user data during rule violation investigations, reflecting a significant shift in how anonymity is handled on the web. […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/russian-expert-discusses-end-of-internet-anonymity-with-passport-based-access/
The Nigerian Naira weakened significantly against the U.S. dollar following the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) decision to hike interest rates for the fifth time this year. The naira dropped to NGN1,658 per dollar on the official foreign exchange market after the CBN increased the benchmark lending rate by 50 basis points. On the parallel […]
https://news.bitcoin.com/nigerian-currency-plunges-after-central-bank-rate-hike/