The National Gaming Authority (ANJ) plans to block access to the cryptocurrency betting platform Polymarket in France. This decision comes after record betting during the American presidential election, notably a spectacular gain of 47 million dollars made by a French trader on Donald Trump's victory.
Donald Trump's victory in the presidential election on November 5, 2024, marks a potential turning point for the crypto industry. During his campaign, the freshly elected president of the United States made the crypto sector one of his key arguments, multiplying promises to the community.
Dogecoin (DOGE) has crossed the $0.21 mark, driven by speculation surrounding a possible victory for Donald Trump and Elon Musk's cryptic allusions. This spectacular surge illustrates the growing impact of American politics on the crypto market.
A new study by Bitget Research reveals a significant correlation between the activity of Telegram groups and the growing adoption of crypto, particularly in Africa and Eastern Europe. The analysis, which spans from January 2023 to August 2024, highlights a major transformation in the financial landscape in these emerging regions.
As the crypto market potentially prepares for a new bull run, investors are closely examining projects that offer exceptional performance as well as solid and innovative use cases. In this volatile universe, cryptocurrencies like Solana (SOL), Cardano (ADA), and XRP could stand out, as they combine speed, scalability, and adoption in the financial sector.
As centralized exchanges face increasing pressure, a controversy surrounding Binance erupts over the transparency of its listing policies. Indeed, Binance co-founder Yi He has spoken out to clarify the platform's practices in response to severe accusations made by Moonrock Capital, a consulting firm specialized in crypto investments. The case reveals underlying tensions regarding the governance of exchanges and their ability to convince investors of their impartiality.
The crypto market is holding its breath as the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting of the American Federal Reserve approaches. Investors are closely watching for signals of a possible cut in interest rates, an event that could catalyze a new momentum for Bitcoin and the entire sector.
The crypto market is holding its breath as the latest polls show a significant decline in Donald Trump's chances of winning the American presidential election. This development directly influences the prices of Bitcoin and the main altcoins, which are pausing in their recent ascent.
Former BitMEX CEO Arthur Hayes challenges conventional wisdom regarding Donald Trump and his purported influence on the crypto market. In an interview with Channel News Asia, he states that the outcome of the U.S. presidential elections will have only a limited impact on the future of digital assets, pointing instead to China as the major catalyst for the upcoming bull cycle.
The asset management giant Fidelity takes the lead over its rival BlackRock in the race for Ethereum ETFs, with capital inflows reaching 5 million dollars. This remarkable performance comes after a two-day period with no notable activity, demonstrating a significant resurgence of interest from institutional investors in the second-largest cryptocurrency.
In response to promising signals in the crypto market, major investors ("whales") are massively accumulating Ethereum. This trend, coupled with a significant increase in new wallets, suggests bullish potential for the second-largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization.
Crypto markets are experiencing a massive influx of capital in October, with $3.4 billion in investments, including $900 million just last week. This spectacular increase comes amidst a particular political context in the U.S., where favorable polls for Republicans are boosting institutional investor confidence.
The crypto giant Ripple is intensifying its legal battle against the SEC by filing an appeal that could redefine the regulation of digital assets in the United States. This new phase of the conflict comes as the company challenges the classification of some of its XRP sales as unregistered securities.
As the flagship crypto hovers around $67,000, the movements of "whales" are capturing attention. In recent days, on-chain data has revealed a significant increase in the number of these large addresses, reaching an unprecedented level since the bullish market of January 2021. Indeed, this massive accumulation by whales, combined with a strengthening of institutional and retail investors, raises the following question: is Bitcoin on the verge of breaking a new all-time high before the end of 2024?
In May 2022, the crypto world experienced one of its biggest debacles with the spectacular collapse of Terra LUNA, wiping out more than 40 billion dollars in value in just 24 hours. This disaster, which shook the entire ecosystem, will be remembered as one of the largest crashes in the history of digital assets.
The cryptocurrency market capitalization collapsed by 2.2% this Tuesday, reaching $2.34 trillion, amid geopolitical tensions and electoral uncertainties in the United States. Bitcoin, the queen of cryptos, fell below $67,000, dragging the entire market into its downward spiral.
The controversial influencer Andrew Tate is once again making headlines in the crypto world. Most of the memecoins he has supported have lost almost all their value, raising questions about possible market manipulation.
Vitalik Buterin, co-founder of Ethereum, recently sounded the alarm about what he sees as "one of the biggest risks" to blockchain: the centralization of staking. In a blog post published on October 18, 2024, Buterin details the potential dangers and proposes solutions as part of the upcoming "Scourge" update to the network.
A recent survey reveals that 59% of cryptocurrency investors prefer the Dollar Cost Averaging (DCA) method as their main investment strategy. This approach, which involves regularly investing a fixed amount, is gaining popularity in the face of fluctuations in the crypto market.
The candidates' positions on crypto could play a crucial role in the race for the White House in 2024. A new study reveals the emergence of a significant "crypto voting bloc," potentially representing 26 million American voters.
The crypto world has undergone spectacular changes since 2022. The year 2024 marks a decisive turning point for this industry, with significant advancements in several key areas.
The Ethereum network is about to take a new crucial step in its evolution. The upcoming Pectra fork, scheduled for late 2024 or early 2025, aims to optimize transaction fees for layer 2 (L2) scaling solutions. This update could well redefine the network's economy and accelerate crypto adoption.
The line between social media and financial services is becoming increasingly blurred. With the rise of virtual economies and cryptocurrencies, even social media giants can no longer ignore the pressure from regulators. One of the latest examples concerns TikTok. The platform, known for its viral videos and content creators, is now under the scrutiny of British financial authorities. Indeed, its system of TikTok Coins, used to pay creators, could be considered akin to cryptocurrency trading, a category that is strictly regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) in the UK.
Edward Snowden, an emblematic figure in the fight for personal data protection, recently sparked controversy in the crypto world by labeling Solana a "centralized chain." His remarks, made during a speech at the Token2049 conference, reignited the debate over the balance between performance and decentralization in the blockchain ecosystem.
The funding rate for Bitcoin futures has reached a multi-month high. Amid the volatility, this indicator could well reflect a renewed sense of confidence and signal a bullish trend in the short and medium term. As a result, investors are now closely watching every movement, in a context where Bitcoin has broken the $65,000 mark.
CoinGecko, the reference platform for cryptocurrency data, has just released its highly anticipated report on the crypto industry for the third quarter of 2024. This in-depth analysis reveals a resilient market in the face of strong volatility, maintaining a total capitalization of around $2.3 trillion despite global economic turbulence.
As large market capitalizations like Bitcoin and Ethereum seem to have reached a certain maturity, the attention of some savvy investors is now turning to another category of assets: low-priced cryptos, often overlooked, but which harbor an unexpected growth potential. Priced at less than $1, here are 5 assets that could explode during the next bull run and transform modest investments into spectacular gains.
The company announces the acceptance of stablecoin payments on the Solana network for American merchants.
The Mt. Gox exchange platform, a victim of a historic hack in 2014, has just announced a one-year extension of the deadline for reimbursing its creditors. This surprise announcement shakes the market: on one hand, it alleviates fears of a massive Bitcoin sell-off, while on the other, it rekindles anxiety among the victims. Will the creditors ever see their money again?
Solana has established itself as the undisputed leader in the launch of new tokens within the crypto ecosystem. With over 87% of new tokens created on its platform, Solana significantly outpaces its competitors. This dominance is explained by major technological advances and increasing adoption by developers.