Australian bank Westpac has banned its clients from depositing money into Binance. Another blow for CZ given the ongoing lawsuits by the CFTC in the United States.
Right now, the dollar is at the center of global economic debates. Some have already announced that the era of American currency hegemony is coming to an end. And in the currently bleak economic context of the country, some are considering how to adapt to this anticipated change. Bitcoin could contribute significantly to this.
Will the United States default on its debt? Sooner than we think. But to whom? China, Russia…
The SEC has previously announced several legal actions against tokens in the Tron ecosystem. Nevertheless, the blockchain has recorded remarkable performances during the first quarter of 2023. This is revealed in a new report by the economic intelligence company Messari. Here's what it's all about.
The SEC has urged the judge to dismiss Coinbase's petition for an explanation on the rules applied by the stock market regulator in the crypto industry. Immediately, Paul Grewal, Coinbase's Chief Legal Officer, expressed concerns about this response. According to him, the SEC will continue to oversee the crypto sector by enforcing regulations forcefully.
Even today, crypto adoption in El Salvador is not unanimous. In the United States, for example, American senators have just submitted a new bill. The goal: to monitor the crypto adoption (specifically Bitcoin) in El Salvador and assess its economic impact.
Bitcoin (BTC) is regularly the subject of speculation. It's normal: not only is the flagship cryptocurrency highly valued, but it has also been gaining momentum in recent weeks. Some believe that the asset is destined to reach a new milestone.
The social analytics platform LunarCrush has conducted a cryptocurrencies analysis in terms of social engagement, revealing that Pepecoin (PEPE) competes with well-established major cryptocurrencies. Let's take a look at the results of LunarCrush's analysis.
The volatility of cryptocurrencies leads us to accept that the bull run is far from being linear at all. Bitcoin, which started this year with impressive performance, allowing it to flirt with $31,000, has now dropped back to $27,000. Such conditions lead Rekt, a notorious crypto analyst, to predict a decline for the queen of cryptocurrencies.
The crypto analyst, known by the pseudonym Kaleo, has 586,700 Twitter followers. In a recent tweet, he claimed that Ethereum could rise to $2,400. However, he specifies that the price will first drop to $1,600 before bouncing back. If the prediction comes true, the price of Ethereum will reach the level it last reached in May 2022 before the collapse of the Terra (LUNA) ecosystem.
A popular crypto strategist has predicted a significant drop in altcoins, while also updating their outlook on Pepecoin (PEPE) and Avalanche (AVAX), a rival of the Ethereum (ETH) network. The analyst, known by the pseudonym Sherpa, informed their 195 Twitter followers that altcoins could plummet by up to 50%.
European authorities are actively working on establishing a framework suitable for regulating cryptocurrencies. Currently, they are particularly concerned about how to prevent tax evasion related to the crypto sector. Additionally, the UK's tax administration (His Majesty's Revenue and Customs, HMRC) has recently released a consultation document on the subject. In parallel, France aims to strengthen its measures to combat tax evasion.
It's no longer a secret that Bitcoin has outperformed expectations in recent months. The numbers clearly show a surge in its value. Meanwhile, despite gloomy economic and financial circumstances, Bitcoin has not experienced a significant drop. According to some experts, there might be a reason for this.
Snek (SNEK) is a memecoin that was recently launched on the Cardano blockchain. Typically, Charles Hoskinson posts about the latest developments in the Cardano ecosystem. However, lately, the founder of Cardano tweeted about the new memecoin. The community didn't miss the sudden interest of the founder in SNEK, especially at a time when memecoins are all the rage.
On May 12th, PitchBook, a capital market analysis company, published a concerning report regarding venture capital investments in the crypto sector. The document suggests that venture capital firms are less inclined to invest in the emerging industry. It turns out that the number of venture capital deals with crypto companies has decreased globally. Let's delve into the findings of PitchBook's report.
An anonymous analyst predicts an increase in the value of the SUI token, suggesting buying at around one dollar. They also recommend investing in Pepe, despite its controversial reputation, and believe that Chainlink could be a good buying opportunity once it emerges from its long accumulation period. Keep a close eye on them!
Starting May 12th, collectors and fans will have one week to sign up on a whitelist accessible on Immortal Game. The sale will then start on May 19th for whitelisted users.
So far, it has been a year of strong performance for the leading cryptocurrency, with prices generally on the rise. And for many analysts and Bitcoin enthusiasts, this trend is expected to continue. However, others are a bit more cautious due to the economic context and its impact on the crypto market.
The issue of tax evasion is increasingly being debated. It's one of the key issues in the regulation of crypto within the EU. Stakeholders want to speed up the process of adoption.
Crypto exchange crashes like FTX have always been preceded by massive currency transfers. However, some observers claim that large volumes of Bitcoin have been leaving exchanges such as Binance recently. Is this the beginning of the end for this giant and its peers?
Ed Zitron, CEO of EZPR, believes that the metaverse is dead. However, Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney disagrees, stating that nearly 600 million monthly users are happily immersed in the virtual world right now.
Nicholas Merten, a widely followed crypto analyst, recently sounded the alarm by stating that the massive sale of stocks by investing legend Warren Buffett does not bode well for financial markets, including Bitcoin. According to him, the current rally in the cryptocurrency is sorely lacking in price models to support a short-term uptrend, making a significant price increase unlikely.
Despite the ongoing global economic crisis, the cryptocurrency space continues to grow. Evidence of this can be seen in the number of countries that have already adopted cryptocurrency. However, there are still others who remain skeptical about promoting investment in Bitcoin. Such as Ireland. According to the governor of the Central Bank of Ireland, Bitcoin is a Ponzi scheme.
One of the biggest fears of crypto players is that a blockchain will be attacked. This situation almost always results in significant losses and undermines investor confidence in the crypto industry. However, there have been recent rumors circulating about the possibility of a denial-of-service (DoS) attack on Bitcoin. It should be noted that this type of cyberattack makes transactions very difficult by disrupting the functioning of the affected network. Bitcoin maximalists have decided to react to ease concerns.
Two Bitcoin developers are stepping up to the plate to criticize the increased transaction fees caused by BRC-20.
Blockchain analysis platform Santiment is optimistic about the upcoming price increase of five cryptocurrencies. However, the context favors a significant decrease in altcoin prices compared to Bitcoin (BTC). Nevertheless, Santiment believes that Litecoin (LTC) and four other altcoins are undervalued.
In recent weeks, interest in cryptocurrencies has certainly increased among users. This includes Bitcoin (BTC). Memecoins like Shiba Inu are concerned too. However, this interest doesn't seem to be shared by all users.
There is a heated debate going on in the crypto world about the centralization of Ripple (XRP) between supporters and detractors of this cryptocurrency. Justin Bons, founder of CyberCapital, has accused Ripple's leaders of making false promises of decentralization. But Matt Hamilton and David Schwartz are not backing down, and they vigorously refute these allegations. The debate is raging, and it doesn't seem to be stopping anytime soon!
The Bitcoin network is experiencing intense activity with the speculative frenzy surrounding Ordinal's BRC-20. This influx has led to real network congestion, resulting in a drastic increase in transaction fees. Yesterday, block number 788695 set a historical record by reaching 6.7 bitcoins in fees, exceeding the 6.25 bitcoin block subsidy.
Matt Furie is the creator of Pepe The Frog, a cartoon character representing a “chill frog dude” that recently gained popularity in the world of cryptocurrencies. He stated during a live Twitter chat that he is not aware of the existence of Pepecoin. Known for his lawsuits against bad jokes about his iconic meme, Furie may take legal action again.