The United States Office of Foreign Assets Control sanctioned the Tornado Cash mixer in 2022 — accusing it of facilitating money laundering.
Bitcoin (BTC) has once again found itself in the spotlight—not just for its recent price drop, but also due to the intriguing comments from prominent investor Michael Saylor. Known for his strong advocacy of Bitcoin, Saylor referred to the cryptocurrency as “lightning in a bottle.
According to data from CoinMarketCap, the price of Ethereum slipped by 10.23% over the last seven days in line with the general market negative movement. This crypto market downturn has been attributed to multiple factors including heightened geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and rising liquidations of long positions.
On October 4, US spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) recorded their first inflow of the month, rebounding from outflows totaling $400 million in the initial three trading days.
TRON (TRX) stands out as a significant player with its robust decentralized platform. Currently priced at approximately $0.157, TRX has captured the attention of both investors and enthusiasts, especially as it ranks as the 9th largest altcoin by market capitalization, boasting a value of around $13.61 billion.
One “emerging trend” could potentially give Solana (SOL) an edge over Ethereum (ETH) in the war for smart contract supremacy, according to an analysis from the digital asset banking group Sygnum. The bank acknowledges in a new report that Solana has some overstated volume metrics and only a small portion of Ethereum's market share.
Bitcoin might be about to crash expectations in October as on-chain data revealed a shift.
Shibburn token tracker, which monitors SHIB burn transactions, has shared that this major metric of the second largest meme cryptocurrency Shiba Inu has been showing negative readings both on the daily time frame and over the last week in total.
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An analyst has explained how the data of an on-chain indicator could suggest a bullish trend is still on for Bitcoin despite the latest pullback.
Bitcoin (BTC) heads into the weekend, traders are preparing for what could be an unusually volatile period. Recent data reveals a significant kink in Bitcoin's implied volatility curve, indicating that traders expect larger price swings this Saturday, October 5.
The price of Bitcoin hasn't quite started the month as widely expected, falling to around the $60,000 mark on Thursday, October 3rd. This bearish pressure is believed to have been triggered by the escalating tension in the Middle East after Iran fired missiles into Israel.
Bitcoin's (BTC) price recently experienced a 7.8% decline, dropping to $60,000. However, as the king of cryptocurrencies recovers from this drawdown, support from a significant group of investors could push the price higher.
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Business intelligence and software company MicroStrategy plans to advance its Bitcoin (BTC) acquisition strategy with a new position it plans to fill. The firm has put out a vacancy on LinkedIn to hire a Bitcoin Advocacy Manager.
A three-week trend of net positive weekly inflows has reversed after a week of weak performance by the US-based spot Bitcoin funds.
Geopolitical tensions have always played a pivotal role in shaping global markets, and Bitcoin's [BTC] price is no stranger to these influences. As tensions rise in the Middle East, investors are asking whether these developments could trigger a downturn for Bitcoin.
Ki Young Ju, the founder of the on-chain analytics platform CryptoQuant, revealed that Bitcoin whales are currently moving out of character in terms of profit-taking. These whales likely believe that the bull is far from over, which is why they haven't secured as much profit as they have done in previous bull runs.
Institutional demand for Bitcoin rises as US Spot Bitcoin ETFs now hold 4.6% of the total supply, valued at $58 billion, almost surpassing the holdings of the biggest BTC owner, Satoshi Nakamoto. This surge underscores institutional investors' preference for regulated investment options over direct crypto purchases.
Asset manager Bitwise has filed a proposal with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to merge three bitcoin and ethereum futures exchange-traded funds (ETFs) into a single fund. This new fund will utilize a momentum-based strategy, targeting both bitcoin and ether futures.
Bitcoin (BTC) has faced a rough start to the historically bullish month of October, impacted by escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. Despite this, bulls remain hopeful for a turnaround later in the month.
Amid increased price volatility in the cryptocurrency market, top tokens continue recording a mixed price sentiment. Moreover, limelight tokens such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, and XRP are currently hovering close to critical ranges.
The price of Bitcoin has not had the most straightforward performance in 2024 despite a strong start to the year. The flagship cryptocurrency has spent most of the last two quarters in consolidation, fluctuating within the $50,000 and $70,000 range.
ETH is facing selling pressure, lower fees, and underperformance after the Dencun upgrade.
The Solana price is up 1.88% in the last 24 hours following the broader market relief rally. The bullish turnaround allowed the SOL buyers to reclaim 200 days, accentuating the prevailing bullish trend.
The global market capitalization remains steady at $2.24 trillion, with Bitcoin trading at $62,000 and Ethereum at $2,400, both showing positive gains. As geopolitical factors continue to shape market sentiment, analysts are keeping a close watch on regulatory developments and their impact on cryptocurrency investments.
Hashkey Capital, one of Asia's largest venture capital firms specializing in Web3 and cryptocurrency, has released its sector analysis for the first half of 2024. The report covers significant technological advancements across multiple blockchain sectors, with a strong focus on Ethereum, account abstraction, and developments in decentralized finance (defi).
A majority want candidates to adopt clear stances on crypto, indicating that addressing crypto regulation could influence voter support.
POPCAT, a Solana meme coin, has reached a new all-time high (ATH) following a significant rally. The coin surged by 109% over the past month, crossing the crucial $1.00 resistance barrier and reaching $1.29.
Polkadot (DOT) ended Friday with an increase of 1.45%, pushing it to $4.19, as it looks to recover after falling to a low of $3.99 on Thursday.
Analyst and trader Justin Bennett is outlining one scenario where Bitcoin (BTC) may suddenly soar to $70,000. Bennett tells his 111,600 followers on the social media platform X that he can see one way Bitcoin surges more than 12% from its current value without first dipping below $60,000.
Spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds in the U.S. recorded outflows of over $300 million this week as global macroeconomic events sparked uncertainty over short-term direction. After closing the historically bearish September with over $1.1 billion in inflows, roughly $388.
Transforming the $61k level into a support zone is vital for triggering a bull rally in Q4.
Ethereum trades at $2.4K, moderately spiked over the past 24 hours. ETH price influences the altcoin market sentiment and activity.
Tron (TRX) is making waves with its unexpected bullish performance. While major cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), and Solana (SOL) are struggling to maintain their positions, TRX has emerged as a beacon of optimism.
Buyers are controlling the initiative at the beginning of the weekend, according to CoinMarketCap.
Recent data indicates that Ethereum staking yields are poised to surpass U.S. interest rates, underscoring the increasing relevance of cryptocurrencies in today's financial landscape. As the market expands, the evolution of crypto wallets becomes crucial.
Bitcoin, the world's most well-known cryptocurrency, is currently experiencing a turbulent period. As we enter October, the price has seen a noticeable drop from around $66,000 to just under $60,000 in a matter of days.
Bitcoin (BTC) maintained a muted trading pattern on Thursday and Friday, following a notable drop earlier in the week largely attributed to rising geopolitical tensions, particularly the escalating conflict between Israel and Lebanon.
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Story Highlights The live price of POPCAT crypto is . The Popcat (SOL) price is expected to reach a high of $1.24 in 2024. With a potential surge, the price may achieve a top of $6.01 by 2030. Popcat (SOL) is a Solana-based memecoin that features a short-haired domestic cat named “Oatmeal”.
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is still not comfortable with El Salvador's Bitcoin gamble.
A Bitcoin (BTC) whale from the network's earliest months is sending more of its holdings to crypto exchange Kraken after 15 years of dormancy. The whale, a colloquial term for entities holding a huge amount of Bitcoin, holds BTC mined just one month after the network went live in 2009.
As the blockchain ecosystem expands, Solana aims to stay ahead of increasing demand through technical innovation and proactive problem-solving. Solana's ability to handle more transactions than all other blockchains combined demonstrates its live operational capabilities.
Michael Saylor is regarded as one of the most influential advocates of Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC), and MicroStrategy Inc. (NASDAQ:MSTR), a software firm established by him, functions more like a proxy of the leading cryptocurrency. But not many know that the Bitcoin evangelist wasn't bullish on the asset from the get-go.
Buying pressure on Bitcoin has been rising. This can affect the king coin's price positively.
The cryptocurrency market went through a relatively volatile 24 hours, where Bitcoin took center stage and managed to increase above $62,000. The uptick has also given leeway to smaller-cap altcoins to recover, with one viral meme coin exploding by as much as 25% on the day.
Although Ethereum has increased by 5.70% in the past three days, the short-term outlook remains uncertain. A close look at on-chain metrics reveals sell signals that hint at an incoming Ethereum price crash that could fool investors.