Gemini, led by the Winklevoss twins, settles with the CFTC for $5M over claims of misleading information regarding its Bitcoin futures product. The post Gemini Settles with CFTC for $5M Over Misleading Bitcoin Futures Statements appeared first on Cryptonews.

Pro XRP lawyer John Deaton has criticized MSM journalist Stephanie Rule for mixing up Bitcoin with the Hawk Tuah Girl's scam rug pull coin. In a post on the X platform, Deaton expressed disappointment at Rule alleging that she is intentionally mixing up the two to push an agenda for Democrats.

Coinbase CLO Paul Grewal has once again spotlighted the role of the Federal Deposit Insurance Commission (FDIC) in the attempt to crackdown on Bitcoin (BTC) in the early days. Paul Grew reiterated that many considered Operation Chokepoint 2.0 a serious challenge for the US.

CleanSpark's December mining report reveals significant growth with 7,024 BTC mined in 2024, while expanding operations into Mississippi, Tennessee, and Wyoming.

JAN3 joins tech and publicly listed companies in fully adopting Bitcoin and expanding its adoption. On its blog, the company shared that it has raised $5 million in funds, which it plans to use to develop and expand its AQUA Wallet.

Bitcoin mining giant MARA has lent out around 16% of its BTC reserves to third parties to generate yields.

Bitcoin (BTC) reclaimed the $102,000 price level on Jan. 6 after climbing 4% over the day amid a wider market rally as accumulation continues to outpace profit-taking, based on CryptoSlate data. The flagship crypto was trading at $101,630 as of press time after failing to sustain upward momentum as US markets closed for the day.

BONK, the popular Solana-based meme coin, is poised for a massive rally as its price action, recent market sentiment, and continuous token accumulation support its bullish outlook. As of today, January 7, 2024, BONK, with all this bullish momentum, has outperformed major meme coins like Dogecoin (DOGE), Shiba Inu (SHIB), Pepe (PEPE), and others.

KULR Technology strengthens its Bitcoin treasury position with an additional 213.4 BTC purchase, following MicroStrategy's model as more public companies embrace cryptocurrency investments.

The return of dormant Bitcoins raises questions about scarcity, liquidity, and market stability for Bitcoin.

Crypto ETFs have already added $585 million worth of new money in January, led by Bitcoin and Ethereum funds, following a steep profit-taking drop in December.

After three or so years of eager anticipation, the Shiba Inu community is abuzz with excitement following the announcement of the official launch date for the highly awaited TREAT token.

The CBOJ ETF introduces an annual reset mechanism, giving investors a fresh cap on potential gains each year while retaining full protection against losses.

A new Binance report for December highlights bullish and notable trends in the crypto space as we enter a new year. The cryptocurrency market closed in 2024 with a record-breaking performance.

Bitcoin has shown resilience by pushing above key demand levels, but the psychological and technical barrier of $100K remains unclaimed. This resistance has left investors and analysts in a state of uncertainty, with no clear short-term direction for the market leader.

Veteran market analyst Peter Brandt, renowned for his decades of trading experience, has issued a stern warning to Bitcoin traders, urging them to prepare for a potential market correction that could wipe out significant portions of their holdings. Despite Bitcoin's remarkable ascent over the years, Brandt believes that many traders, particularly younger investors, are unprepared for the market's volatile swings and the possibility of sharp corrections that could leave them financially vulnerable.

Gemini, the crypto exchange founded by the Winklevoss twins, has cut a $5 million check to settle a lawsuit with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). The case had accused them of misleading the regulator while trying to launch the first U.S.-regulated Bitcoin futures contract.

Make that ninth in a row.

The Bitcoin (BTC) Coinbase Premium Index is flashing positive readings for the first time this year and since at least December 16. This metric nosedived earlier as investors shtarted exhibiting caution on Bitcoin's price which entered a rangebound motion on December 19.

Welcome to Latam Insights Encore, a deep dive into Latin America's most relevant economic and cryptocurrency news from the past week. This edition examines how El Salvador is now placing its Bitcoin-focused policy front and center in its international engagements, suggesting that there may be no turning back.

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Cryptocurrency markets are trading higher on Monday after MicroStrategy and Metaplanet announced having acquired more BTC. Cryptocurrency Price Gains +/- Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) $101,987.32 +4% Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) $3,689.41 +1.4% Solana (CRYPTO: SOL) $220.19 +3.4% XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) $2.43 +1.8% Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE) $0.3895 +1.9% Shiba Inu (CRYPTO: SHIB) $0.00002427 +2.3% Notable Statistics: IntoTheBlock data shows large transaction volume decreasing by 5.3% and daily active addresses remained flat at 1.25 trillion.

Gemini Trust has agreed to pay $5 million to resolve allegations of providing false information to the Commodity Futures Trading Commission. The misleading claims were made during the process in which the agency was evaluating a proposed Bitcoin futures contract, specifically relating to whether the proposed contract was susceptible to market manipulation.

Pierre Poilievre, a Bitcoin advocate and the leader of Canada's Conservative Party, has become the frontrunner to become the country's next Prime Minister based on Polymarket odds. Predictions on the decentralized platform show Poilievre has an 89% chance of victory, down slightly from an earlier 92%.

CNBC Crypto World features the latest news and daily trading updates from the digital currency markets and provides viewers with a look at what's ahead with high-profile interviews, explainers, and unique stories from the ever-changing crypto industry. On today's show, Blockworks co-founder Jason Yanowitz discusses his crypto outlook for 2025.

Shiba Inu (SHIB) has surged nearly 14% in the past week, bringing its market cap to $14 billion and solidifying its spot as the second-largest meme coin after DOGE. While the recent rally signals strength, SHIB's RSI indicates a moderate bullish phase, leaving room for additional gains if momentum builds further.

2024 saw increased BTC activities, with Bitcoin ATM installation surging globally.

New data reveals that Bitcoin's (BTC) network processed $19.2 trillion worth of BTC transactions during the last year.

The Nasdaq-listed Bitcoin mining company is one of the world's largest corporate BTC holders.

Crypto exchange Gemini, founded by Tyler and Cameron Winklevoss, has agreed to pay a $5 million civil penalty to end a CFTC lawsuit.

Bitcoin (BTC) has once again surpassed the $100,000 mark reaching an intraday high of $102,514, its first breakthrough above this psychological level since mid-December 2024. $103K Resistance Looms as Bitcoin Climbs to $102,514 Amid Volume Spike This latest bitcoin surge reflects strong bullish momentum, with buyers stepping in decisively to drive prices higher.

The following article is adapted from The Block's newsletter, The Daily, which comes out on weekday afternoons.

The year 2025 starts on uncertain grounds for bitcoin. After reaching a peak of $108,000, the cryptocurrency quickly lost ground, falling back below the symbolic threshold of $100,000.

Macro expert Luke Gromen believes President-elect Donald Trump should adopt a calculated approach to establishing a U.S. Bitcoin reserve.

Bitcoin's January rally gains momentum as Trump's inauguration approaches, but Federal Reserve decisions and macroeconomic conditions could shape BTC's trajectory.

Since the beginning of the year, Bitcoin's price has been unable to revisit its $108,230 all-time high. This has reduced the profitability of the coin's short-term holders (STHs), putting more downward pressure on its price.

The U.S. dollar weakened as Bitcoin rose, following a report that President-elect Donald Trump's team is weighing a pared-back tariff plan.

The global cryptocurrency market shows promising growth as Bitcoin pushes closer to its $100,000 target and institutional backing strengthens its momentum. Meanwhile, the SPX (S&P 500 index) leads the charge among the top 100 cryptocurrencies, while Helium (HNT) faces a decline.

"Criticism" of Bitcoin Core developers is hitting new highs of absurdity, illogical foundations, and all around ridiculousness.

Bitcoin rally is expected to continue as fresh enthusiasm enters the market.

Bitcoin miner Riot Platforms has reported a 4% increase in Bitcoin production for December 2024, mining 516 BTC compared to November. The company's CEO, Jason Les, confirmed the progress as Riot continued to expand its operational hash rate.

The return of the Bitcoin “Coinbase premium” could be a sign that BTC price is on the path to $138,000.

MicroStrategy Founder Michael Saylor announced another major Bitcoin purchase today, amounting to $101 million.

Software and cloud-based service provider MicroStrategy dominated crypto institutional markets last year. The staggering surge of the digital asset leader Bitcoin (BTC) was consolidated by huge institutional buys as well as projected macro factors.

Robert Kiyosaki, the author known for "Rich Dad Poor Dad" financial literacy books, is buying more Bitcoin after the cryptocurrency surpassed the $100,000 milestone.

Bitcoin skyrocketed by more than 4% in the past 24 hours to break above $102,000 for the first time in more than two weeks.

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced he will step down from his position, a move sparked by mounting political pressure as his party faces a likely defeat in upcoming elections.

Bitcoin (BTC) has entered a crucial phase as it approaches the $100,000 mark. After a massive surge triggered by political shifts in the U.S., which led to a new all-time high (ATH) above $108,000, BTC has retraced slightly but is now positioning itself for another attempt at breaking through the $100K resistance.