Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong Predicts Payments Will Be Crypto’s Next Big Boom
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong reflects on the past decade of the cryptocurrency industry, highlighting his initial expectation that payments would be the primary application for crypto. Instead, trading became the dominant force. Looking ahead, Armstrong remains optimistic about the future of crypto payments, citing advancements in stablecoins, layer two technologies, and simpler onboarding processes as […]
Nasdaq Seeks SEC Approval to Launch Bitcoin Index Options
Nasdaq has filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to list and trade Bitcoin Index Options. The company aims to provide new tools for institutional and retail investors to manage cryptocurrency investments. The options, pending regulatory approval, will offer European-style exercise and cash settlement features. Nasdaq Seeks to Launch Bitcoin Index Options Nasdaq […]
Finder’s Experts Forecast Potential Surge in XRP Price
Financial comparison platform Finder has updated its XRP price prediction for 2024 based on input from a panel of fintech experts. The panel’s average prediction for XRP is $0.66 this year, with the forecast suggesting it could rise to $1.05 by the end of 2025 and reach $2.49 by 2030, driven by its role in […]
UAE Requests France to Provide Immediate Consular Support for Telegram CEO Pavel Durov
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has requested consular services for Telegram CEO Pavel Durov following his arrest in Paris for alleged cybercrimes. France is investigating Durov for enabling illegal activities through Telegram. Russia has similarly sought to protect Durov’s rights, but France has been described as uncooperative. Telegram denies any wrongdoing, defending its moderation practices […]
Space and Time Secures $20 Million in Series A Funding to Enhance AI and Blockchain
Space and Time (SxT) Labs has announced the completion of a $20 million Series A funding round, led by Framework Ventures and supported by several prominent investors. SxT Labs disclosed that the funding aims to accelerate the company’s development of tools that bridge the gap between artificial intelligence (AI) and blockchain technology. Space and Time […]
Flare Network Integrates Polyhedra’s ZK Bridge for Enhanced Cross-Chain Security
Flare Network has integrated with Polyhedra’s ZK Bridge, allowing developers to build secure cross-chain applications. This collaboration leverages Layerzero’s interoperability while benefiting from the robust security of zero-knowledge proofs. Flare Network Expands Cross-Chain Security With Polyhedra’s ZK Bridge According to the announcement shared with Bitcoin.com News, the integration of ZK Bridge with Flare enhances cross-chain […]
Bitcoin Loses Footing as Price Slips Below $62K Threshold
Bitcoin took a tumble on Tuesday, hitting a low of $61,455 per coin after peaking at $65,103 just three days prior. The crypto market downturn resulted in a shake-up, with $20.28 million in bitcoin long positions and $40.29 million in ether longs being liquidated. Crypto Market Stumbles: Bitcoin and Ethereum Face 2-3% Declines On Tuesday, […]
Tether CEO Criticizes Durov’s Arrest, States Europe Is ‘Falling Into Dark Ages’
Paolo Ardoino, CEO of Tether, one of the largest companies in the cryptocurrency industry, has criticized the arrest of Telegram founder and CEO Pavel Durov. On social media, Ardoino stated this development was concerning for society as a whole and stressed that if it loses the battle, “dark ages will be our future.” Tether CEO […]
Arkham Intelligence Partners With Coingecko for Enhanced Trading Analytics
Arkham Intelligence has announced an expanded partnership with Coingecko and Gecko Terminal, integrating their market data into Arkham’s platform. This collaboration aims to enhance the crypto analytics experience by combining Coingecko’s token pricing data with Arkham’s onchain data. Arkham said the partnership will allow Arkham to incorporate pricing data and charts from Gecko Terminal, broadening […]
Crypto Betting Pioneer Cloudbet Gets a Makeover, Promises “Big Moves”
PRESS RELEASE. [Cloudbet] has unveiled a comprehensive site redesign along with a new all-cash rewards program, the latest in a series of major strategic moves to capture a bigger slice of the fast-growing crypto gaming market. The pioneering crypto casino and sportsbook revealed the new bold brand identity on August 13th. A new logo, color […]