PayPal, the payment giant, has just achieved another crucial milestone. Indeed, the UK's financial market regulator, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), has granted it the green light to offer crypto services across the entire territory of the United Kingdom. Let's take a closer look!
In the crypto sphere, where every day brings its share of surprises, Binance's supremacy is suddenly put to the test. The giant among crypto exchanges sees its throne shaken by the meteoric rise of the CME Group. But how did we get here?
The Bitcoin frenzy continues to grow, as evidenced by the significant increase in visits to its Wikipedia page. This trend, observed in the context of a surge in BTC prices and anticipation for the approval of Bitcoin Spot ETFs, requires an in-depth analysis.
The Bitcoin, a flagship currency in this universe, is at the center of attention. With the arrival of November, investors, experts, and the curious pose an essential question: will Bitcoin continue its meteoric rise or experience a spectacular fall?
X (formerly Twitter) has lost more than half its purchase price. The culprit is known!
His supporters chanted “five more years”, and he accepted their request to run for El Salvador's next presidential term. And yet, his political opponents have never accepted the legalization of bitcoin. Let alone this second term at the head of the country. But Nayib Bukele, who is used to seeing things through, persists.
Although criticized for its carbon footprint, crypto mining, and bitcoin mining in particular, is a profitable business. It is dominated by large, financially powerful companies. But the operation remains accessible to a handful of independents, some of whom are renowned for their efficiency.
In a recent report, the UN looks at the energy consumption of Bitcoin, highlighting a close link between the price of BTC and its energy consumption. But what is the reality?
In the frenzied race for asset dominance, Bitcoin, once a marginal cryptocurrency, has written a new chapter in history by surpassing Tesla. This unexpected turn challenges the established order and echoes the tumultuous movements of the global financial ecosystem.
"The Bitcoin Spot ETF is a financial product that allows investors to access the Bitcoin market without directly owning the cryptocurrency. According to a study by Galaxy Research, the Bitcoin ETF could experience tremendous success in the years to come. Details below!
On Monday October 23, the Depository Trust and Clearing Corporation (DTCC) had listed BlackRock's iShares Bitcoin Trust (iBTC), to which it had added the ticker. This symbol, used to identify the asset manager's ETF, was withdrawn on Tuesday October 24. The latest news confirms the relisting of BlackRock's Bitcoin ETF.
The rapid rise of Bitcoin has not only been a windfall for optimistic investors. It has also triggered an unexpected wave of liquidations, hitting hard traders who had bet on a drop in the digital currency. A true earthquake in the volatile world of crypto, where nothing is ever truly predictable.
Chainalysis has published its annual ranking of countries based on their affinity for Bitcoin, stablecoins, and other cryptocurrencies.
Bitcoin, the digital currency often seen as the barometer of the entire crypto market, has seen a meteoric rise. But what are the reasons for this rise, and what are the stakes for the future?
New York investment bank Morgan Stanley suggests that bitcoin is slowly entering a bull market.
MicroStrategy, long seen as a Bitcoin stalwart, is actually eclipsed by an elusive player, Block.One. But who is this giant lurking in the shadows?
Bitcoin has never ceased to fascinate, intrigue, or even perplex. Its ecosystem is vast and complex. The recent decision by the main developer of the Lightning Network, Antoine Riard, to reveal a vulnerability and step down sheds a harsh light on the challenges and dilemmas of this universe. Let's delve deeper into it.
Since June, bitcoin (BTC) had been struggling to reach the $30,000 valuation mark it had reached a few months earlier. Now it's done it again. In the following lines, we'll explain what's behind this latest upturn in the market for the flagship crypto.
The explosive rise of Bitcoin and crypto in general is undeniable. Among the many harbingers of this new financial era, the announcement by Standard Chartered, a colossal $840 billion bank, to enter the Bitcoin arena is undoubtedly one of the most significant.
Bitcoin has long held the position of the largest cryptocurrency, and it's poised to strengthen its position further. What if it were possible to issue real-world assets like gold and silver within the crypto ecosystem? Well, that's precisely what Lightning Labs' new feature is all about.
While Bitcoin reached $30,000 this Monday and seems to be gearing up for a new rally, it's not yet time to celebrate, according to highly followed crypto analyst Benjamin Cowen. In an interview with Scott Melker, the expert predicted an imminent sharp drop in Bitcoin's price ahead of the expected halving in April 2024. Find out more in this article.
The financial market is eagerly awaiting the possible approval of a bitcoin spot ETF. In this regard, Fidelity, Ark Invest, and Invesco have recently updated their requests with the SEC. This is in response to letters demanding clarification on the matter. The crypto community perceives this action as a positive sign of ongoing dialogue between the companies and the regulatory authority.
Lugano, 17 October 2023 – Gabbani, the esteemed Lugano-based hospitality company, is unveiling a new project that will help propel Lugano’s status as the leading European blockchain hub. This initiative combines sustainable energy practices with cryptocurrency mining and aims to harness the excess energy from Gabbani’s food production facilities for a…
Rumor has it that the SEC is about to approve Ishares' Bitcoin ETF. Verdict tomorrow.
In the current digital era, a mere rumor about Bitcoin can spread instantly and disrupt the global market in the blink of an eye. Recently, this reality was strikingly demonstrated when inaccurate information led to a soaring surge in Bitcoin’s price, followed by an equally abrupt fall. So, what’s the…
In an economic landscape where the dollar fluctuates and traditional financial markets waver, a rising star is making a comeback: Bitcoin. The digital currency, which has stabilized around $27,000, is preparing for an unprecedented ascent. But how and why is this phenomenon happening? A Hedge Against Market Volatility While Bitcoin…
The US government currently holds 200,000 Bitcoin (BTC). Yet it seems in no hurry to sell this colossal treasure.
It's a fact: decentralized finance (or DeFi) and crypto are well and truly present on the European market. In a detailed report, the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) takes a close look at this new financial era. Read on for more details!
About 6 months from now, the Bitcoin halving, which is the 'halving' of rewards given to miners working with the Bitcoin protocol, is set to take place. The Bitcoin halving has been the subject of various speculations and analyses, with discussions ranging from the potential price increase of BTC to the challenges miners might face, as well as systemic effects. JP Morgan predicts that this event will have a negative impact on the profitability of mining operations.
The race for the approval of a Bitcoin Spot ETF is gaining ground in the United States. Faced with pressure from legislators, the SEC, the crypto market regulator, could soon put an end to the suspense and make a final decision.