Binance, the largest digital asset exchange in the world, is about to list its first pre-market altcoin for trading.
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Cryptocurrency markets are trading lower as China's stimulus measures came in lower than expected. Cryptocurrency Price Gains +/- Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) $62,017.71 -1.7% Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) $2,429.76 -0.09% Solana (CRYPTO: SOL) $142.62 -2.4% Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE) $0.1066 -3% Shiba Inu (CRYPTO: SHIB) $0.00001712 -3.7% Notable Statistics: IntoTheBlock data shows large transaction volume increasing by 81.4% and daily active addresses growing by 15.2%.
The layer two platform Linea has teamed up with Chainlink's Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol (CCIP) to offer developers a more secure and seamless environment for creating decentralized applications. This collaboration seeks to overcome common issues like cross-chain security and scalability.
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Diversified cloud-based services provider MicroStrategy's shares traded at $196 earlier today, 2% shy of its all-time high, supported by its Bitcoin acquisition strategy adopted in 2020. According to its latest filing last month, the company now holds 252,220 bitcoins which represents 1.2% of the overall Bitcoin supply.
Standard Chartered's latest research reveals that Solana (SOL) could see substantial valuation growth if former President Donald Trump wins the election against Vice President Kamala Harris. According to the report, a Trump administration would be more favorable for Solana's rise compared to Ethereum (ETH).
Bitcoin hovers around the $60,000 mark, traders and analysts are focusing on this week's U.S. Consumer Price Index (CPI) data to gauge its potential impact on cryptocurrency markets. A key measure of inflation, the CPI could influence the Federal Reserve's decisions on interest rates, which in turn could significantly affect Bitcoin and other risk assets.
After days of anticipation, HBO is set to release its highly awaited documentary exploring the true identity of Satoshi Nakamoto, the enigmatic creator of Bitcoin (BTC). While many are eager to uncover the individual behind this pseudonym, one expert warns that the documentary could lead to significant price manipulation in the Bitcoin market before its release.
The structured investment fund caters to institutional investors seeking exposure to digital assets within a regulated framework.
A drop in Ethereum network activity and investors' concerns about the global economy continue to weigh on ETH price.
Standard Chartered's Global Head of Digital Assets Research Geoff Kendrick predicts a potential increase in the value of Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC), Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) and Solana (CRYPTO: SOL), irrespective of who wins the U.S. election. What Happened: Kendrick's projections include a potential quadrupling of Ether and a tripling of Bitcoin's value under a Trump administration.
The bank's analysts remained bullish on bitcoin and crypto in general no matter who wins the presidency in November.
Layer-1 chain Sui (SUI) has been capturing significant attention lately. As of this writing, SUI has surged by 125% over the past 30 days and has skyrocketed 345% from its yearly low of $0.46 on August 5.
Bitcoin bullish outlook as key levels hold, momentum builds for potential breakout.
The altcoin space has remained calm in the recent past, with most projects signaling imminent bullish breakout after consolidating in the past seven months. The crypto cash rotation will be favoring the altcoins in the near term after Bitcoin's (BTC) price dominated the past year.
The month of October is typically considered a favorable time for the cryptocurrency market, particularly for Bitcoin. Last October, the BTC market saw an impressive return of +28.5%. However, the latest trend of capital exiting the crypto market raises concerns.
Who is the founder of Bitcoin? As we all know, the founder of Bitcoin is Satoshi Nakamoto. But who is Satoshi Nakamoto? Like how his famous statue in Budapest depicts him, his identity is still anonymous. However, a recent report suggests that this anonymity may soon end.
As October begins, there's growing excitement around Bitcoin! Many people are feeling hopeful, as October has a history of strong price increases. Even though Bitcoin hasn't done well in the past few weeks, the belief in a recovery remains.
Bitcoin dominance declines by 2.24%, building optimism for a potential altcoin season.
Bitcoin's recent price movement has left investors uncertain, with the asset nearing $64,400 on October 7 before facing strong resistance. This sudden bearish pressure drove Bitcoin back down to $62,000, reflecting the ongoing clash between buyers and sellers in the market.
A cryptocurrency analyst has warned that Bitcoin's (BTC) technical setup is signaling a possible correction toward the $50,000 mark as the asset struggles to push to $65,000.
Crypto Market Highlights: The cryptocurrency market capitalization stands at $2.17 trillion, down 0.79% in the last 24 hours, while intraday trading volumes rose by 32.09% to $78.72 billion. Investor sentiment is still neutral, with the Fear & Greed Index at 41. In the larger market, Chinese stocks listed in the United States have fallen dramatically.
Bitcoin, the world's leading cryptocurrency, is currently approaching crucial price levels that could set off a massive short squeeze, potentially adding billions to its market value. Analysts are keenly watching the market as Bitcoin inches closer to the pivotal $66,200 mark, where it could trigger the liquidation of around $10 billion worth of short positions.
As the crypto market remains volatile, the meme coin segment has lost the $50 billion market cap. With a 30-day peak at $53.25 billion, the meme coins have dropped down to $48.47 billion, with $7.38 billion in volume.
Solana's native coin ($SOL) has outpaced the two market leaders by flying colours this last year, despite the fact that its fortune is often closely pegged to the price movements of Bitcoin ($BTC) and Ethereum ($ETH).
FalconX, a crypto prime brokerage, has been holding onto 1.35 million Solana (SOL) tokens, worth $190 million, for years without even realizing it. The tokens have been sitting with them since 2021.
The Bitcoin price started out the month of October on a rather bearish note with a notable 10% drop in price from $66,000 back down to $60,000. This put a damper on the “Uptober” sentiment as selling pressure mounted.
Bitcoin's impact on the financial landscape has been nothing short of revolutionary. Many advocates within the cryptocurrency community express strong confidence in Bitcoin's potential to reshape the monetary sector, establishing it as a significant investment asset.
Bitcoin's price has yet to recover above the key 200-day moving average, and if things remain the same, it is seemingly bound to drop to lower levels.
A U.S. bankruptcy judge has approved FTX's plan to repay creditors up to $16.5 billion, marking the end of the exchange's two-year bankruptcy process and potentially injecting billions back into the crypto ecosystem. What Happened: Judge John Dorsey of the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware approved the reorganization plan, which will see 98% of creditors receive full repayment of their losses, plus additional compensation, DL News reported on Tuesday.
On Wednesday, HBO is set to release a documentary that claims to reveal the identity of Bitcoin's creator, Satoshi Nakamoto, and speculation is swirling around Len Sassaman as the potential figure.
TL;DR Babylon Labs anticipates an increase in fees at its Cap-2 event due to high demand for Bitcoin staking. The minimum deposits will be 0.005 BTC, while the maximum allowed is set at 500 BTC. The event aims to promote the adoption of Bitcoin on a layer 2, facilitating liquid staking with non-custodial control.
The round, known as "Cap-2," will kick off at some time around 18:30 UTC, lasting for about one hour and 40 minutes thereafter
Developer activity surged by 10.7% for Layer 1 blockchain Solana in October.
Bitlayer Labs, the developer of a Bitcoin Layer 2 network, has raised $9 million in a Series A extension funding round.
FalconX, a prime cryptocurrency broker, failed to track 1.35 million Solana (SOL) tokens, worth around $190 million, since 2021.
MARA, one of the largest bitcoin miners in the public market, has kicked off an exciting new pilot program aimed at powering its operations with excess natural gas from U.S. shale, as noted in a report from Reuters.
Today is Oct. 8, which means that the long-awaited documentary "Money Electric: The Bitcoin Mystery" from HBO should soon be hitting viewers' screens. Despite the fact that few people knew anything about this film a week ago, the ambitious statements of the film's creators that the identity of Bitcoin creator Satoshi Nakamoto would finally be revealed have greatly fueled expectations.
The growth has not lasted long, as most of the coins are again in the red zone, according to CoinMarketCap.
CryptoQuant CEO Ki Young Ju has stated that revealing Satoshi Nakamoto's identity could be bearish for the Bitcoin ecosystem. Specifically, he explained why it was better for the BTC founder to remain anonymous.
Michael Saylor, CEO of MicroStrategy and entrepreneur known for his deep admiration for Bitcoin, issued a new post regarding the major cryptocurrency. Saylor, with his unconventional approach to social media, issues a post about Bitcoin every day, and sometimes they amuse or confuse, but the message is always the same - bullish on BTC.
Bitcoin price stagnates below $63,000 as on-chain data highlights an uptick in selling activity.
Almost a third of all Ethereum is now staked, which signals that traders have strong long-term confidence in the network.
As HBO's documentary sparks fresh debate, a new report from 10x Research revisits theories about Bitcoin's enigmatic creator, Satoshi Nakamoto, involving Nick Szabo and the NSA.
TL;DR Jupiter Exchange has launched its Mobile App, designed to facilitate access to Solana (SOL) for both new and experienced cryptocurrency users. The app allows users to easily purchase Solana using various payment methods, such as Apple Pay, credit cards, and PayPal, eliminating barriers for users.
Bitcoin price is experiencing downward pressure, trading near $62,500 following a failed attempt to break above $63,200. The recent pullback has raised concerns among investors as Bitcoin struggles to maintain its bullish momentum.