Iran Escalates Crackdown on Illegal Crypto Mining Amid Severe Power Crisis

Iran is aggressively cracking down on illegal cryptocurrency mining as the nation faces a severe power crisis exacerbated by an intense heatwave. Iranian authorities claim that unauthorized crypto mining has significantly strained Iran’s power grid, leading to widespread industrial disruptions. A bounty program has been launched to encourage citizens to report illegal mining operations. Iran […]

Goldman Sachs Discloses $418 Million Bitcoin ETF Holdings

Global investment bank Goldman Sachs has reported holdings of $418 million in spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in the second quarter. Its biggest position is a $238 million stake in Blackrock’s Ishares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT). In contrast, Morgan Stanley reduced its bitcoin ETF holdings. Meanwhile, hedge funds are taking a more aggressive stance in the […]

Chaos Labs Secures $55M Series A Funding to Bolster Defi Risk Management Solutions

Chaos Labs has raised $55 million in a Series A funding round, led by Haun Ventures, to advance its onchain risk management platform for decentralized finance (defi). The company plans to use the funds to further enhance its technology, which automates real-time protocol parameter recommendations to improve the security and efficiency of defi protocols. Chaos […]

Study: Crypto and Bitcoin Lead as Reddit’s Most Mentioned Words in Investment Forums

A recent study by Cyber Metals, a JM Bullion company, analyzed the sentiment, vocabulary, and profanity within popular investment subreddits on Reddit, uncovering distinct trends in how different communities discuss stocks, crypto assets, and precious metals. The findings highlight the unique culture of each subreddit, reflecting the diverse moods and attitudes of online investors. Reddit […]

Food Price Controls in America? Kamala Harris’s Controversial 2024 Strategy Unveiled

Vice President Kamala Harris, according to several reports, has outlined one of her key economic strategies if she wins the presidency in 2024—price controls. Her campaign is advocating for what they describe as the “first-ever federal ban” on food price increases. Despite the price control failures seen in countries like Venezuela, Bolivia, and Argentina, Harris’s […]

Chainlink Integrates Data Streams and VRF on Base Blockchain

Chainlink has expanded its offerings on the Base blockchain by launching its Data Streams and Verifiable Random Function (VRF) services. This development ensures that the full suite of Chainlink products is now accessible to developers using Base, a layer-two (L2) blockchain built on Ethereum. Chainlink Expands Services on Base Blockchain The recent integration of Chainlink’s […]

Web3 Name Service Firm Unstoppable Domains Secures ICANN Accreditation

Unstoppable Domains has achieved accreditation from the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN), marking its entry as a significant onchain player in the broader domain industry. The accreditation positions the company as the largest ICANN-accredited registrar in the Web3 sector. ICANN Accredits Unstoppable Domains as Largest Web3 Registrar Unstoppable Domains, known for its […]

Bitcoin ETFs See $81M Outflow as Ethereum ETFs Cash In

On Wednesday, U.S. spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) saw an outflow of $81.36 million, while spot ethereum ETFs experienced a brighter day, bringing in $10.77 million during the trading session. Crypto ETFs Clash: Bitcoin ETFs Stumble With $81M Loss, Ethereum Funds Pull in $10.77M After enjoying two days of steady inflows, spot bitcoin ETFs faced […]

Making Bitcoin Mining Work in 2024: The Role of DeMi Token

As the landscape of Bitcoin mining becomes increasingly competitive, the question of profitability takes center stage. With advancements in technology and shifts in the industry, it’s crucial to understand how Bitcoin mining remains viable today and how the DeMi Token is redefining access to this opportunity. The Evolution of Bitcoin Mining In the early days, […]

Cryptoquant: Bitcoin Miners Expand Capacity But Struggle to Stay Profitable

Bitcoin miners are expanding their hashing capacity, reaching new record highs despite ongoing challenges in profitability. This report from Cryptoquant Institutional Insights highlights that miners are selling off assets as they face diminishing profit margins and rising operational difficulties. Bitcoin Miners Face Capitulation Amid Record-High Hashrate and Squeezed Margins In the latest findings from Cryptoquant’s […]