Analysts Anticipate Bitcoin Falling to $40K Level as Fed Rate Cuts Loom

Bitfinex’s analysts expect bitcoin’s price to potentially drop to the low $50,000s or mid $40,000s if the Federal Reserve cuts interest rates this month. The “historical price action for September also aligns with our view of a projected 20 percent drop in bitcoin prices following a rate cut,” the Bitfinex analysts said. Bitfinex Predicts Bitcoin […]

Turkey Seeks to Join BRICS to Strengthen Global Influence

Turkey has reportedly formally requested to join the BRICS economic bloc to expand its global influence and establish new alliances beyond its traditional Western partners. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s administration views the shifting geopolitical landscape as an opportunity to strengthen ties with both Eastern and Western nations while remaining committed to NATO. Erdogan emphasized […]

UN Raises Human Rights Concerns in Telegram Founder Pavel Durov’s Case

The United Nations has expressed serious concerns about the arrest and charges against Pavel Durov, founder of Telegram, citing potential human rights issues. A U.N. spokeswoman called for adherence to international human rights standards, emphasizing the need for legality and proportionality in regulating social media platforms. United Nations Raises Human Rights Concerns Over Arrest of […]

Altcoin Season Chatter Heats up on X, While Index Indicates It’s Still Far Off

Just ten days ago, Bitcoin.com News highlighted blockchaincenter.net’s Altcoin Season Index (ASI), which was sitting at a modest 22 out of 100. Fast forward to Sept. 3, 2024, and despite all the buzz about the elusive “altcoin season,” the ASI has dipped slightly, now standing at 18 out of 100. Altcoin Season Speculation Swirls on […]

Matter Labs Restructures, Cuts 16% of Workforce Amid Strategy Shift

Matter Labs, a key player in the crypto industry, is restructuring, resulting in a 16% workforce reduction. The decision, made to align with evolving market demands and internal strategy shifts, was difficult but necessary, according to the CEO Alex Gluchowski. Departing employees will receive a comprehensive exit package, including salary continuation, healthcare, career support, and […]

Hypernative Secures $16 Million in Series A Funding to Enhance Web3 Security

Hypernative has successfully secured $16 million in a Series A funding round spearheaded by Quantstamp, with other notable investors joining the fray. This new capital will be channeled into enhancing its artificial intelligence (AI)-driven security solutions tailored for the Web3 ecosystem. Hypernative Garners $16M Funding to Fortify Web3 Security With AI Solutions In a blog […]

Report: Central Bank Gold Demand Surges in July Amid Rising Prices

Central banks globally continued to bolster their gold reserves in July, despite an increase in gold prices, according to a report by Krishan Gopaul, senior analyst, EMEA at the World Gold Council. The report highlights a 206% increase in net gold purchases compared to the previous month, driven by several key players in the global […]

Crypto Hedge Fund Galois Capital Fined $225,000 by SEC for Custody Rule Violations

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has slapped Galois Capital Management LLC with a $225,000 fine for falling short of the Custody Rule laid out in the Investment Advisers Act. The crypto-centric hedge fund and advisory firm was also accused of misleading investors about the redemption process. SEC Charges Galois Capital According to the […]

WSPN Secures $30M Seed Funding, Former Visa President Joins Board

WSPN (Worldwide Stablecoin Payment Network), a leading provider of next-generation stablecoin infrastructure, has achieved a significant milestone in its mission to revolutionize the stablecoin market. The company has recently secured $30 million in seed funding, and appointed John Partridge, former President of Visa Inc., to its Board of Directors. The seed funding round was led […]