US gov moves $33 million in seized crypto from FTX to unknown addresses: Arkham
The US government transferred a total of 5,024 ether from its 'FTX Alameda Seized Funds' wallet to two addresses on Tuesday.
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The US government transferred a total of 5,024 ether from its 'FTX Alameda Seized Funds' wallet to two addresses on Tuesday.
Funds are shifting from Bitcoin and newer tokens, like meme coins, to older, undervalued projects including Tron, Decrypt was told.
As we step into December 2024, altcoin season is in full throttle. The Altcoin Season Index hitting an all-time high of 88/100 signals a massive shift in focus to alts, and Solana is once again in the spotlight.
President-elect Donald Trump has chosen Paul Atkins, a pro-crypto figure, to chair the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), according to reports by Unchained. Current SEC Chair Gary Gensler announced he will step down on January 20 when Trump is inaugurated. Atkins, who served as an SEC commissioner under President George W.
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong declared that the company would cut ties with law firms that hire lawyers with an anti-crypto stance. He specifically called out Milbank LLP for hiring Gurbir Grewal, a former SEC enforcement director, saying it was a “mess up.” But why is this such a big deal for crypto? Let's dive in.
Coinbase's integration of Apple Pay marks another significant step forward in the global adoption of cryptocurrency. New Payment Feature for Coinbase Users Coinbase has announced the addition of a new feature to its Onramp app services with the integration of Apple Pay for fiat-to-crypto transactions.
Binance Coin (BNB), the native cryptocurrency of the Binance blockchain, has officially entered a new price discovery phase, recently reaching an all-time high of $774 late Tuesday. This significant milestone reflects a broader trend in the cryptocurrency market, where attention has shifted from Bitcoin (BTC) to altcoins like BNB and XRP, both of which have demonstrated impressive price movements over the past 48 hours.
Ethereum price is recovering higher from the $3,500 zone. ETH is showing bullish signs and might soon aim for a move above the $3,700 resistance zone.
Roger Ver is contesting a U.S. criminal indictment accusing him of evading $240 million in taxes from Bitcoin sales.
Virgin Voyages has become the first cruise line to accept Bitcoin, unveiling its 2025 Annual Pass. The pass, priced at $120,000, offers unlimited cruising for a year and exclusive amenities, targeting crypto investors and global travelers.
TRON's surge highlights growing investor interest in alternative crypto assets, potentially reshaping market dynamics and investment strategies. The post TRON jumps 85% to new record high, market cap tops $36 billion appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Shiba Inu gains momentum with a surge in network growth as new wallet addresses hit yearly highs.
A Siberian local government official has been arrested for “illegally mining crypto” using a makeshift power grid connection in his garage. The post Siberian Local Gov't Official Caught ‘Illegally Mining Crypto in His Garage' appeared first on Cryptonews.
Attorneys for Ver asked a federal judge to throw out the case, citing unclear regulations and claiming government trickery.
Solana (SOL) is currently up by more than three percent and is trading close to the $240 levels. The recent price increase comes after Grayscale Investments filed with the SEC to convert its Grayscale Solana Trust into a spot ETF.
Former Celsius CEO Alex Mashinsky pleaded guilty to commodities fraud and manipulating the CEL token, facing up to 30 years in prison.
Whale Activity Sparks Bullish Momentum in HBAR Recently, there has been a lot of activity from big investors, or whales, in the Hedera (HBAR) ecosystem, signaling possible bullish momentum. Major transactions over $100,000 occurred on December 1 and 2, while large holdings of HBAR have increased, showing strong investor interest.
Recent Price Volatility Driven by Whale Trading XRP has experienced significant price swings recently, primarily due to large investors, known as whales. Over the weekend, these whales purchased approximately 160 million XRP, valued at around $380 million, which contributed to a recent price surge.
Marathon Digitals Growth: Driving Investor Confidence Bitcoin (BTCUSD) is currently consolidating after reaching a new all-time high of $93,483, with prices trading around $95,123. Both MicroStrategy and Marathon Digital Holdings (MARA) have significantly increased their Bitcoin holdings, reflecting strong institutional interest as Bitcoin approaches new highs.
Solana (SOL) price has resumed selling pressure after reaching the overhead resistance level of $260.
Chainlink (LINK) has made a strong comeback in the cryptocurrency market, emerging as one of the top gainers among the top 20 digital assets. Despite mixed signals from its technical indicators, the price of LINK shows potential for a significant rally, with a price target of $30 if it can break through its current resistance levels.
Roger Ver is contesting a U.S. criminal indictment accusing him of evading $240 million in taxes from Bitcoin sales.
Bitcoin prices consolidate near the $95,000 level. BTC must clear the $96,500 resistance zone to attempt a fresh increase in the near term.
Roger Ver argued that the IRS' exit tax for renounced US citizens with over $2 million in assets is unconstitutional and “impermissibly vague.”