Bitcoin, the venerable pioneer, is facing a new challenge. Denial of Service (DoS) attacks, orchestrated, according to some, by young anime fans, and the threat of more sophisticated manipulations threaten the stability of the blockchain. But that's not all: a surge in transaction fees and a drop in prices are shaking the market. Let's take a closer look at this phenomenon.
On the smart contract market, Solana has been particularly dynamic this year. So much so that some analysts nickname this crypto platform the Ethereum “killer,” the current market leader. A position that, according to the exchange Coinbase, should not be called into question in 2024.
The next two years are expected to see a significant increase in the volume of asset trading on the blockchain, according to Mathew McDermott, Global Head of Crypto Assets at Goldman Sachs. He explains that since the beginning of 2023, the bank's clients have shown a “huge appetite” for crypto assets and crypto derivative trading. This was reported during an interview with Reuters.
Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) are not popular. They are strongly criticized for the threats they pose to individual privacy. However, the crypto firm Ripple has just released a white paper that promotes the utility of these controversial assets.
Jan van Eck, CEO of VanEck, has once again spoken about bitcoin. Apparently, nothing has changed: he still holds the queen of cryptocurrencies in high esteem. Additionally, he has predicted a new All-Time High (ATH) for this “essential” digital asset within the next 12 months. Details!
In the ever-changing world of finance, a recent event has sparked excitement in the Bitcoin universe: the US Federal Reserve announces a significant reduction in interest rates by 2024. But how has this news ignited the crypto market? Join us on this financial journey, where numbers dance and cryptocurrencies soar!
Wecan Group exclusively announces the upcoming listing of its crypto, the WECAN Token. The asset will soon be listed on the Bitstamp crypto exchange.
Liquid staking is gaining popularity. This is due to the crypto advantages it offers to users, as opposed to the traditional staking methods. In this article, we will discuss the concept of liquid staking and present the main crypto platforms that offer this service to their users.
"In the Web3 gaming space, gas fees have always been one of the main barriers to widespread adoption. Now, this challenge is solved in the Immutable ecosystem. Web3 gaming company, Immutable, has just launched the industry's first blockchain that offers a transaction-free Web3 gaming experience. Called zkVEM Immutable, it is a next-generation upgrade developed in collaboration with Polygon Labs. All the details in the following."
Jimmy Wales, the co-founder of Wikipedia, recently criticized Bitcoin (BTC). He derided the flagship cryptocurrency, claiming that it lacks functional relevance and causes monetary losses to its users, unlike a traditional bank account. The crypto community did not hesitate to respond to him.
The Lightning Network is certainly one of the major advancements in the Bitcoin ecosystem. Many users are fond of it. However, a recent incident has shown the limitations of this technology. A crypto user has indeed noticed the draining of their BTC assets, linked precisely to operational vulnerabilities of the Lightning Network plugin.
In the ever-shifting world of finance, a recent event has sparked excitement in the Bitcoin universe: the United States Federal Reserve has announced a significant interest rate cut by 2024. But how has this news ignited the cryptocurrency market? Let us embark on this financial adventure together, where numbers dance and cryptocurrencies soar!
The EIP-4484 would allow Ethereum to take the place of Bitcoin in 2024.
BONE, the governance token of Shibarium, is already taking off!
It has emerged that despite its $4.3 million deal with the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), Binance is still facing attacks from the SEC. But apparently, Binance is not backing down. The exchange recently challenged the regulatory legitimacy of the financial regulator, particularly forcefully.
"Vitalik Buterin unveils his vision for Ethereum by outlining the path of L1-L2 integration on the blockchain. Details in this article."
Saudi Aramco, the largest oil and gas company in the world, appears to be on the verge of investing in bitcoin.
Central banks will be able to gradually integrate crypto into their reserves from 2025, up to a maximum of 2%, according to new cautious regulations published by the Bank for International Settlements.
Danger is always lurking in the crypto sphere, hidden in the shadows of lines of code. Today, it's the giant Ledger that finds itself facing a formidable predator: a malicious hack. But fear not, dear crypto-enthusiasts, this article is your shield against the onslaught of invisible hackers.
All the pieces are falling into place one after another. Bitcoin ETF, Halving, new accounting standards, and now the Fed.
In a world where cryptocurrency is redefining the boundaries of the digital economy, El Salvador boldly positions itself at the forefront with its “Freedom Visa” program. This initiative, born from a partnership between the Salvadoran government and Tether, a cryptocurrency giant, promises to transform not only immigration but also investment in the country. As El Salvador is already famous for adopting bitcoin as legal tender, this new investment visa program raises important questions: is it a revolutionary innovation or a costly gamble for investors? In a context where investment visas are gaining popularity around the world and offer unique opportunities for wealthy investors, El Salvador's “Freedom Visa” stands out for its close connection with crypto.
The recent fall of Bitcoin has created waves, turning the market into a theater of spectacular maneuvers. As panic grips the small fish, the whales seem to play a different tune altogether. With an almost theatrical ease, they seize this opportunity to accumulate more, thus revealing the subtleties of a market as volatile as it is innovative.
The first domino of the Bull Run has officially fallen. American companies can now display their bitcoins at their fair value.
The Argentine president has just stunned Argentines with a massive devaluation of the peso. Still nothing about bitcoin.
The moment of truth is approaching. Will the SEC soon approve Spot Bitcoin ETF applications? Or will it go as far as to postpone its decision? Recently, issuers of similar requests have been increasing meetings with officials from this U.S. financial regulatory body. Gary Gensler and his team must be under pressure.
These last days, several cryptos show a remarkable dynamism. This is the case of AVAX, the native crypto of the Avalanche company. This one saw its valuation explode by 79% in a week. Here's how this result was possible.
BlackRock wants to make its Bitcoin spot ETF more accessible to Wall Street banks. The asset manager has indeed revised the functioning of its index fund to allow banking giants to participate in the Bitcoin market without violating the regulations they are subject to.
While making bitcoin (BTC) a legal currency in its territory, El Salvador worked to provide financial instruments favorable to this policy. The country has made progress in this direction, with the Digital Assets Commission (CNAD) approving the issuance of the world's first bitcoin (BTC) bonds.
Polygon has just reached a major milestone in the crypto sphere. With the launch of Polygon Portal, a breath of fresh air flows through the ecosystem, promising a bright future for its native cryptocurrency, MATIC. But what does this innovation truly mean for Polygon?
Recently, the National Vulnerability Database (NVD) identified a critical vulnerability in Bitcoin Ordinals. However, Bitcoin Core developer Luke Dashjr denies any involvement in this matter. Details!