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Analysis
Tokenization at the crossroads of the trucking industry to ensure efficient payments
A handful of organizations are combining crypto with decentralized finance models to create better payment systems for trucking companies.
Rachel Wolfson
Nov 06, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/defi-at-the-crossroads-of-the-trucking-industry-to-ensure-efficient-payments
News
Tremors from FTX’s collapse reverberate through the scientific community
With Sam Bankman-Fried involved in so many philanthropic ventures, the fallout of FTX could also see a variety of grants and investments being subject to clawbacks or not honored.
Luke Huigsloot
Nov 17, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/tremors-from-ftx-s-collapse-reverberate-through-the-scientific-community
News
MicroStrategy subsidiary adds another 4,197 BTC to balance sheet
The business intelligence firm now owns a total of 129,218 BTC.
Zhiyuan Sun
Apr 05, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/microstrategy-subsidiary-adds-another-4-197-btc-to-balance-sheet
Market Analysis
Ethereum preparing a 'bear trap' ahead of the Merge — ETH price to $4K next?
An ascending triangle setup promises major price rebound in the Ethereum price in 2022.
Yashu Gola
May 20, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/ethereum-preparing-a-bear-trap-ahead-of-the-merge-eth-price-to-4k-next
Use Case
As DEXs struggle, new approaches kindle hope
Despite their popularity, DEXs have a number of drawbacks that may be preventing growth. A new approach, however, has offered a way forward.
Hristina Yordanova
Dec 14, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/as-dexs-struggle-new-approaches-kindle-hope
News
ECB reports on digital euro validation, privacy one year into investigative phase
The ECB’s two-year investigative phase is halfway completed, with key use and policy issues clarified; more stakeholder engagement is planned before the decision is made to proceed.
Derek Andersen
Sep 29, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/ecb-reports-on-digital-euro-validation-privacy-one-year-into-investigative-phase
Research
Which NFT collection has been the most profitable?
CryptoKitties, CryptoPunks or Bored Ape Yacht Club, the numbers behind which collection won the hearts of collectors.
Cointelegraph Research
Dec 22, 2021
https://cointelegraph.com/news/which-nft-collection-has-been-the-most-profitable
Interview
L2 is crucial to Ethereum decentralization, censorship resistance, says researcher
Swedish researcher Eric Wall highlighted StarkNet’s influence on Ethereum’s scalability as he joins the board of the newly formed StarkNet Foundation.
Gareth Jenkinson
Nov 09, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/l2-is-crucial-to-ethereum-decentralization-censorship-resistance-says-researcher
Innovation Circle
Building a Web3 ethos inside a Web2 company
I want to share some insights from this journey that other Web2 companies might learn from as they explore a transition to a Web3 future.
Dan Novaes
May 24, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/innovation-circle/building-a-web3-ethos-inside-a-web2-company
News
MetaMask allows moving tokens on multiple blockchains with new DApp
Bitcoin integration is not on the immediate roadmap for blockchain bridge support via MetaMask Bridges, a MetaMask executive said.
Helen Partz
Nov 09, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/metamask-allows-to-move-tokens-on-multiple-blockchains-with-new-dapp
Sponsored
Horror gaming project integrates metaverse, NFTs and P2E to cause extreme fear
One gaming project combines exciting games, a proprietary metaverse, NFTs, and P2E model to generate thrilling action experiences.
Anatol Hooper
May 18, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/horror-gaming-project-integrates-metaverse-nfts-and-p2e-to-cause-extreme-fear
News
UK includes crypto investments under the Investment Manager Exemption
The measure should help British funds dealing with foreign investors adopt digital assets in their portfolios.
David Attlee
Dec 21, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/u-k-includes-crypto-investments-under-the-investment-manager-exemption
News
Central Bank of Russia tightens P2P transactions monitoring, including those in crypto
The regulator’s recommendation is designed to prevent capital flight amid economic collapse.
David Attlee
Mar 18, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/central-bank-of-russia-tightens-p2p-transactions-monitoring-including-those-in-crypto
Market Update
Bitcoin price hits 1-week lows as Fed rate hike rumors unsettle market
A sudden dip accompanies squabbling over Fed rate hike policy, with BTC price action recovering lost ground.
William Suberg
Oct 21, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/bitcoin-price-hits-1-week-lows-as-fed-rate-hike-rumors-unsettle-market
News
Bulgaria's finance minister says the country is exploring crypto payment options: Report
The government official added that he thought Bulgaria was unlikely to become a major hub for crypto miners, many of whom many are reportedly considering leaving Kazakhstan.
Turner Wright
Jan 21, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/bulgaria-s-finance-minister-says-country-is-exploring-crypto-payment-options-report
News
Ripple co-founder Jed McCaleb adds space station building to resume
Stellar’s chief technology officer and co-founder is now building a team of industry experts and engineers to pioneer a new frontier of space exploration.
Stephen Katte
Sep 13, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/ripple-co-founder-jed-mccaleb-adds-space-station-building-to-resume
News
China aims to separate NFTs from crypto via new blockchain infrastructure
China does not want its crackdown on cryptocurrencies to cause the country to fall behind in the NFT boom.
Erhan Kahraman
Jan 13, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/china-aims-to-separate-nfts-from-crypto-via-new-blockchain-infrastructure
Expert Take
The United States turns its attention to stablecoin regulation
The U.S. continues to be a global leader in regulating and embracing the cryptocurrency industry, but the Stablecoin TRUST Act may set up some barriers for newcomers.
Raymond Hsu
May 07, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/the-united-states-turns-its-attention-to-stablecoin-regulation
Newsletter
Crypto Biz: An eye-opening chat with Mr. Wonderful, April 7–13, 2022
Kevin O’Leary told Cointelegraph that Bitcoin mining could incentivize green energy production. We also interviewed Mark Yusko and Mike McGlone at Bitcoin 2022.
Sam Bourgi
Apr 15, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/crypto-biz-an-eye-opening-chat-with-mr-wonderful-april-7-13-2022
Sponsored
One-stop shop solution empowers crypto traders to optimize their capital utilization
The volatility within crypto markets calls for risk management tools; the available options lack efficient tools to manage it.
Edith M.
Feb 08, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/one-stop-shop-solution-empowers-crypto-traders-to-optimize-their-capital-utilization
New Year Special
’Twas the Night Before Christmas: A Cointelegraph Story
The classic poem remade for the crypto space, to remind readers it’s all about the HODLing this holiday season.
Turner Wright
Dec 24, 2021
https://cointelegraph.com/news/twas-the-night-before-christmas-a-cointelegraph-story
Video
Binance’s CZ says he is ‘skeptical’ about the Terra relaunch
Binance CEO CZ voices skepticism around the relaunch of the Terra blockchain and its new LUNA token following the latest fiasco.
Marco Castrovilli
Jun 01, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/binance-s-cz-says-he-is-skeptical-about-the-terra-relaunch
Markets News
Bitcoin Mayer Multiple returns to July 2021 levels in fresh sign $37K BTC is a long-term buy
An increasingly rare bull signal for investors comes after both the Mayer Multiple and Bitcoin price shed 50% versus November 2021.
William Suberg
Feb 22, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/bitcoin-mayer-multiple-returns-to-july-2021-levels-in-fresh-sign-37k-btc-is-a-long-term-buy
News
Nifty News: LooksRare the latest NFT market to sack royalties, Twitter’s tweeting tiles and more
LooksRare joins the lineup of NFT marketplaces that have abandoned default creator royalties but says its replacement solution is “competitive.”
Jesse Coghlan
Oct 28, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/nifty-news-looksrare-the-latest-nft-market-to-sack-royalties-twitter-s-tweeting-tiles-and-more
Analysis
How are Afghans using crypto under the Taliban government?
Afghans have shown great interest in cryptocurrencies, and some are using them to avoid U.S. sanctions and get paid from other countries.
Wahid Pessarlay
Feb 22, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/how-are-afghans-using-crypto-under-the-taliban-government
Newsletter
The crypto market dropped in May, but June has a silver lining
The top 10 largest whale addresses of stablecoins DAI and USDC show an increased trust level in the two assets amid the UST debacle.
Cointelegraph Consulting
Jun 03, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/the-crypto-market-dropped-in-may-but-june-has-a-silver-lining
Markets News
Bitcoin analysts are watching these BTC price levels as key trendline looms
Consensus says that $22,400 marks the start of possible bottom territory, but the downside targets technically extend all the way to $11,000.
William Suberg
Jun 13, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/bitcoin-analysts-are-watching-these-btc-price-levels-as-key-trendline-looms
Analysis
Laundering via digital pictures? A new twist in the regulatory discussion around NFTs
From money laundering concerns to the categorization dilemma, these topics will define the emerging regulatory discussion around NFTs.
David Attlee
Feb 12, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/laundering-via-digital-pictures-a-new-twist-in-the-regulatory-discussion-around-nfts
Analysis
Decentralization is helping to shape the course of scientific research and business
Decentralized science, dubbed DeSci, is creating new markets for knowledge and new opportunities on commercial markets.
Derek Andersen
May 10, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/decentralization-is-helping-to-shape-the-course-of-scientific-research-and-business
News
A stablecoin's rise in market share has ignited the ‘Second Great Stablecoin War’
Since Binance announced it would auto-convert USDC, USDP and TUSD into BUSD on Sept. 6, BUSD’s share of the total stablecoin market has risen from 10.01% to 15.48%.
Brayden Lindrea
Oct 24, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/a-stablecoin-s-rise-in-market-share-has-ignited-the-second-great-stablecoin-war
News
New Hampshire Governor issues executive order establishing commission to study crypto
The commission will have until Aug. 8 to submit a report "regarding the current status of the cryptocurrency and digital asset industry.”
Turner Wright
Feb 10, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/new-hampshire-governor-issues-executive-order-establishing-commission-to-study-crypto
News
Canadian Bitcoin platform Shakepay raises $35M in Series A funding
Bitcoin startup Shakepay raised $44 million Canadian dollars ($35 million) in a Series A funding round, valuing the company at $251 million.
Joseph Hall
Jan 20, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/canadian-bitcoin-platform-shakepay-raises-35m-in-series-a-funding
Follow up
BNB Chain responds with next steps for cross-chain security after network exploit
The BNB Chain team released its official statement on Oct. 7 regarding the hack and stolen funds, and a second statement on Oct. 11 on network decentralization.
Savannah Fortis
Oct 17, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/bnb-chain-responds-with-next-steps-for-cross-chain-security-after-network-exploit
Video
The Merge is Ethereum’s chance to take over Bitcoin, researcher says
Ethereum’s imminent transition to a proof-of-stake consensus mechanism will transform its monetary policy, potentially making ETH more scarce than Bitcoin.
Marco Castrovilli
Jul 24, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/the-merge-is-ethereum-s-chance-to-take-over-bitcoin-researcher-says
News
Bitcoin mining revenue lowest in two years, hash rate on the decline
The total Bitcoin mining revenue — block rewards and transaction fees — in U.S. dollars fell down to $11.67 million, a number last seen on Nov. 2, 2020, when Bitcoin’s trading price was around $13,500.
Arijit Sarkar
Nov 27, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/bitcoin-mining-revenue-lowest-in-two-years-hash-rate-on-the-decline
News
Pro-Russian groups raised only 4% of crypto donations sent to Ukraine
“While significant, the $2.2M worth of crypto donated to pro-Russian orgs still pales in comparison to the tens of millions in crypto donated to Ukraine,” said Chainalysis.
Turner Wright
Jul 29, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/pro-russian-groups-raised-only-4-of-crypto-donations-sent-to-ukraine
News
Bitcoin miners rebut claims made by US Democratic legislators to EPA administrator
In a note authored by Michael Saylor, Nic Carter and Darin Feinstein, the Bitcoin Mining Council alleges that lawmakers can't tell the difference between a data center and a power plant.
Derek Andersen
May 02, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/bitcoin-miners-rebut-claims-made-by-us-democratic-legislators-to-epa-administrator
News
Samsung revealed as most active investor in blockchain since September
The Korean tech giant participated in 13 funding rounds for companies including Yuga Labs, Animoca Brands, and Sky Mavis
Brayden Lindrea
Aug 17, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/google-invested-a-whopping-1-5b-into-blockchain-companies-since-september
Sponsored
DEX super aggregator unites DApps across multiple chains
Cross-chain solutions are the only way forward for blockchain.
Max Moeller
Feb 23, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/dex-super-aggregator-unites-dapps-across-multiple-chains
Opinion
The fall of FTX and Sam Bankman-Fried might be good for crypto
Let's ensure that the companies replacing FTX in the public eye understand what cryptocurrency is about and want to get back to its core values.
Daniele Servadei
Nov 18, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/the-fall-of-ftx-and-sam-bankman-fried-might-be-good-for-crypto
Newsletter
NFT trademark filings grow in 2022: Nifty Newsletter, Nov. 2–8
South Korea’s central bank has tested purchasing NFTs with its central bank digital currency.
Ezra Reguerra
Nov 09, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/nft-trademark-filings-grow-in-2022-nifty-newsletter-nov-2-8
News
Armstrong tweets in public airing of Coinbase’s internal discontent
The petition was quickly removed, and the number of signatures was not shown, but its list of objections to the Coinbase status quo got a big reaction from the CEO.
Derek Andersen
Jun 10, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/armstrong-tweets-in-public-airing-of-coinbase-s-internal-discontent
News
Crypto Twitter responds to Bitcoin dump: ‘Ok cool’
Twitter users reacted to the most recent Bitcoin price dump below $40,000 with various levels of emotion.
Ezra Reguerra
Jan 21, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/crypto-twitter-responds-to-bitcoin-dump-ok-cool
News
74% of public agencies feel under-equipped for crypto investigations: Report
Law enforcement and regulatory agencies investigating cryptocurrency-related incidents need better data, training and private partnerships, according to an industry survey conducted by Chainalysis.
Gareth Jenkinson
Jul 26, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/74-of-public-agencies-feel-under-equipped-for-crypto-investigations-report
Altcoin Watch
Can Cardano's July hard fork prevent ADA price from plunging 60%?
ADA's price is above a key technical support level in the days leading up to the major Cardano upgrade.
Yashu Gola
Jun 28, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/can-cardano-s-july-hard-fork-prevent-ada-price-from-plunging-60
News
Russian Finance Ministry submits crypto regulatory framework for review
The ministry envisions crypto users executing transactions through banks and proposes to distinguish between qualified and unqualified holders.
Ezra Reguerra
Jan 27, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/russian-finance-ministry-submits-crypto-regulatory-framework-for-review
Analysis
Corporate evolution: How adoption is changing crypto company structures
Could the growing adoption of cryptocurrencies also mean a move away from its decentralized principles?
Daniel Kogan
Jun 06, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/corporate-evolution-how-adoption-is-changing-crypto-company-structures
News
Bitfinex advises Ontario-based users to close accounts before March 1
The Ontario Securities Commission has been responsible for cracking down on crypto exchanges operating in the region, including Binance, OKEx, Bybit, KuCoin and Polo Digital Assets.
Turner Wright
Jan 14, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/bitfinex-advises-ontario-based-users-to-close-accounts-before-march-1
Opinion
Front-running, flash bots and keeping things fair in the crypto market
We can’t allow failures of the past to come creeping back into the DeFi future — let’s stop the flash bots dead in their tracks.
Warren Paul Anderson
Feb 26, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/front-running-flash-bots-and-keeping-things-fair-in-the-crypto-market
News
Hodlnaut cuts 80% of staff, applies for Singapore judicial management
Embattled cryptocurrency lending platform Hodlnaut cuts staff ahead of application for judicial management.
Gareth Jenkinson
Aug 19, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/hodlnaut-cuts-80-of-staff-applies-for-singapore-judicial-management
News
FTX US announces it may halt trading on its platform in a few days
According to the FTX US website, “Withdrawals are and will remain open.”
Judith BannermanQuist
Nov 10, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/ftx-us-announces-it-may-halt-trading-on-its-platform-in-a-few-days
News
Witnesses address energy impacts of crypto mining during House hearing
“If policymakers take a cautious approach and foster a pro-innovation environment, the rewards for consumers, investors and all Americans are likely to be great," said Jordan Ramis shareholder Gregory Zerzan.
Turner Wright
Jan 20, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/witnesses-address-energy-impacts-of-crypto-mining-during-house-hearing
News
Gemini joins Coinbase and Block at the Crypto Council for Innovation
The crypto exchange declared it spent $120,000 on lobbying activities in the U.S. in the third and fourth quarters of 2021.
Turner Wright
Feb 25, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/gemini-joins-coinbase-and-block-at-the-crypto-council-for-innovation
Innovation Circle
3 things that could hinder Web3
Many expect Web3 to usher in a new era, just like other great inventions before it.
Piers Ridyard
Aug 16, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/innovation-circle/3-things-that-could-hinder-web3
Markets News
BTC price still not at ‘max pain’ — 5 things to know in Bitcoin this week
Bitcoin has plenty of obstacles to weather in the current macro storm as two-year weekly close lows remain inches away.
William Suberg
Oct 03, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/btc-price-still-not-at-max-pain-5-things-to-know-in-bitcoin-this-week
News
Nifty News: Taco Bell wants you hitched in the Metaverse, Animoca Japan raises $45M and more
X2Y2 has introduced optional royalties to their platform to mixed reaction, while Yumon has launched an NFT trading card game that turns Youtubers into fantasy hero characters.
Stephen Katte
Aug 29, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/nifty-news-taco-bell-wants-you-hitched-in-the-metaverse-animoca-japan-raises-45m-and-more
News
Motorcycle expert turns passion project into sports analytics platform on blockchain
Scott Robinson, the founder of Apex146, found new opportunities for his sports analytics platform by integrating blockchain technology.
Ezra Reguerra
Feb 20, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/motorcycle-expert-turns-passion-project-into-sports-analytics-platform-on-blockchain
Market Analysis
How a single strategy crypto algorithm gained 176.31% while Bitcoin tanked 65% in 2022
Warren Buffett said that “What we learn from history is that people don’t learn from history.” Crypto traders can change that.
Cointelegraph
Nov 17, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/how-a-single-strategy-crypto-algorithm-gained-17631-while-bitcoin-tanked-65-in-2022
News
1.5M houses could be powered by the energy Texas miners returned
Bitcoin miners appeared to be the model consumers for the ancillary services in the state.
David Attlee
Jan 06, 2023
https://cointelegraph.com/news/1-5m-houses-could-be-powered-by-the-energy-texas-miners-returned
News
Crypto more popular than mutual funds among millennials, survey shows
The report “How Millennials See Their Financial Future” reveals that 40% of millennial survey participants have invested in crypto.
Ezra Reguerra
Jun 28, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/crypto-more-popular-among-millennials-than-mutual-funds-survey-shows
News
SBF ‘willing’ to testify at House hearing on the FTX collapse
Despite missing a response deadline, Sam Bankman-Fried says he’s willing to testify at a U.S. House hearing into the collapse of FTX.
Gareth Jenkinson
Dec 09, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/sbf-willing-to-testify-at-senate-hearing-on-the-ftx-collapse
Markets News
BTC stocks correlation ‘not what we want’ — 5 things to know in Bitcoin this week
Can anything save Bitcoin from a stocks-driven meltdown? Not everyone is bearish this week.
William Suberg
Apr 11, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/btc-stocks-correlation-not-what-we-want-5-things-to-know-in-bitcoin-this-week
Expert Take
Bitcoin stands apart from other crypto, and what that means for US public policy
Not all cryptocurrencies are equal, and Bitcoin’s prior claim among decentralized digital assets makes it special.
Guest Authors
May 22, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/bitcoin-stands-apart-from-other-crypto-and-what-that-means-for-us-public-policy
News
Nifty News: Kraft Foods files for NFT and metaverse patents, Seth Green gets his ape back and more
Kraft’s NFT and metaverse trademarks cover a long range of potential services, including a virtual restaurant where users can earn rewards and virtual assets.
Brian Quarmby
Jun 13, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/nifty-news-kraft-foods-files-for-nft-and-metaverse-patents-seth-green-gets-his-ape-back-and-more
News
BREAKING: Celsius has filed for bankruptcy
The news was confirmed via an official email sent to the platform's users on Thursday.
Felix Ng
Jul 14, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/breaking-celsius-is-reportedly-filing-for-bankruptcy-imminently
Market Analysis
Bitcoin holds $19K, but volatility expected as Friday's $2.2B BTC options expiry approaches
Traders expect an uptick in volatility due to the possibility of September’s $2.2 billion options expiry putting pressure on BTC price near a critical support level.
Marcel Pechman
Sep 28, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/bitcoin-holds-19k-but-volatility-expected-as-friday-s-2-2b-btc-options-expiry-approaches
News
Low cap crypto is like penny stocks, says Wolf of Wall Street
“I don’t think there’s any amount of research that you can do to protect yourself from these ultra low cap [assets], except getting in really, really early,” said Jordan Belfort.
Brian Quarmby
Aug 29, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/low-cap-crypto-is-like-penny-stocks-says-wolf-of-wall-street
Sponsored
NFT collection backed by Bitcoin mining offers alternative to 'hyped' drops
The sheer volume of NFT projects out there means it can be difficult to stand out from the crowd — but this collection says it has the answer.
Chris Jones
Jun 13, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/nft-collection-backed-by-bitcoin-mining-offers-alternative-to-hyped-drops
Sponsored
Algorithmic stablecoin unveils new ways to preserve its peg to US dollar
After the collapse of UST, can an algorithmic stablecoin succeed? This project believes it has the answer for preserving that all-important peg.
Chris Jones
Jun 06, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/algorithmic-stablecoin-unveils-new-ways-to-preserve-its-peg-to-us-dollar
Explained
What are CC0 NFTs, and why are they important?
A CC0 (Creative Commons Zero) NFT is an NFT with a copyright in which the owner permits anyone to use the NFT for commercial gain.
Arunkumar Krishnakumar
Oct 15, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/explained/what-are-cc0-nfts-and-why-are-they-important
Interview
3 ways scammers will try to fool you over Ethereum’s Merge
Besides fake ETH 2.0 tokens and malicious token airdrops, crypto users should also be on the lookout for staking pools offering attractive staking yields.
Felix Ng
Sep 14, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/3-ways-scammers-will-try-to-fool-you-over-ethereum-s-merge
News
Elon Musk thinks Neuralink is better than the metaverse in long term
The Neuralink founder does not see a future full of VR headsets after questioning its long-term implications on eyesight.
Arijit Sarkar
Dec 22, 2021
https://cointelegraph.com/news/elon-musk-thinks-neuralink-is-better-than-metaverse-in-long-term
News
Fed conference hears stablecoins may boost USD as global reserve currency
The underlying tech of a central bank digital currency wasn’t enough to convince some panelists at a Fed conference that it could change the international currency system.
Jesse Coghlan
Jul 06, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/fed-conference-hears-stablecoins-may-boost-usd-as-global-reserve-currency
Announcement
Cointelegraph Store introduces Summer of Crypto merch collection
Celebrating the arrival of summer, Cointelegraph has launched a new collection of crypto-inspired summer wear to keep things cool.
Cointelegraph Store
Jun 21, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/cointelegraph-store-introduces-summer-of-crypto-merch-collection
Market Analysis
DeFi protocols launch stablecoins to lure new users and liquidity, but does it work?
In the wake of UST’s collapse, several DeFi platforms launched their own stablecoins to lasso new users and liquidity but are investors willing to take on the risk in return for 20% APY?
Jordan Finneseth
Jun 01, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/defi-protocols-launch-stablecoins-to-lure-new-users-and-liquidity-but-does-it-work
News
BitDAO launches $200M zkDAO to advance Ethereum scaling via zkSync
As outlined by its creators, zkDAO will be community-driven and is currently seeking contributors.
Zhiyuan Sun
Jan 27, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/bitdao-launches-200m-zkdao-to-advance-ethereum-scaling-via-zksync
News
Binance invests $200M in Forbes to boost consumer knowledge on Bitcoin
“Media is an essential element to build widespread consumer understanding and education,” Binance CEO CZ said.
Helen Partz
Feb 10, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/binance-invests-200m-in-forbes-to-boost-consumer-knowledge-on-bitcoin
Video
Why Alex Tapscott quit his high-paying job to write a book about Bitcoin
A report that argued for decentralized models to help scale Bitcoin eventually became the basis for the book proposal.
Zhiyuan Sun
Jul 13, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/why-alex-tapscott-quit-his-high-paying-job-to-write-a-book-about-bitcoin
Interview
Transparent financial systems won't get real traction, blockchain exec argues
Anoma founder Adrian Brink pointed out that using a transparent system means that "your neighbor can see how much money you hold, what your daily preferences are.”
Ezra Reguerra
Jun 23, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/transparent-financial-systems-won-t-get-real-traction-blockchain-exec-argues
News
Crypto predictions platform Polymarket fined $1.4M by CFTC
“All derivatives markets must operate within the bounds of the law regardless of the technology used,” said Acting Director of Enforcement Vincent McGonagle.
Brian Quarmby
Jan 04, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/crypto-predictions-platform-polymarket-fined-1-4m-by-ctfc
Expert Take
Decentralization, DAOs and the current Web3 concerns
Decentralized autonomous organizations are a central function of interaction across the Web3 space, where creators are earning more than ever before.
Tatiana Revoredo
Mar 26, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/decentralization-daos-and-the-current-web3-concerns
News
SEC looks to intercept Grayscale Bitcoin ETF review bid
The SEC is looking to block an appeal from Grayscale Investments after denying its proposed Bitcoin exchange traded fund.
Gareth Jenkinson
Dec 13, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/sec-looks-to-intercept-grayscale-bitcoin-etf-review-bid
Altcoin Watch
Solana (SOL) price is poised for a potential 95% crash — Here’s why
SOL price gained 75% in the past two months, but technical analysis suggests it could be an elaborate bull trap.
Yashu Gola
Aug 16, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/solana-sol-price-is-poised-for-a-potential-95-crash-here-s-why
Newsletter
Altcoin Roundup: 3 portfolio trackers NFT and DeFi investors can use to stay organized
Whether you’re a DeFi degen with 100 accounts in MetaMask or an NFT investor with an uncountable number of JPEGs, here are three portfolio trackers that can help you stay organized.
Jordan Finneseth
Feb 25, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/altcoin-roundup-3-portfolio-trackers-nft-and-defi-investors-can-use-to-stay-organized
News
MMORPG went into ‘hiatus’ after crypto investors bailed, denies it misused funds
Phat Loop Studios, the company behind the “Pokemon-like” game Untamed Isles has blamed the crypto market crash as a reason its investors bailed.
Ciaran Lyons
Aug 19, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/mmorpg-went-into-hiatus-after-crypto-investors-bailed-denies-it-misused-funds
News
New LGBTQ token aims for equity but raises red flags with community
While sporting a questionable name, the coin’s project says it wants to enable a “social and ethical” payment method.
Helen Partz
Jan 05, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/new-lgbt-token-aims-for-equity-but-raises-red-flags-with-community
News
Nifty News: GameStop NFT’s first day, Limewire trends and game dev attacks
Video game developer Mark Venturelli launched a surprise attack on NFTs at a Brazilian gaming event, and Limewire is trending again following its NFT marketplace launch.
Brian Quarmby
Jul 14, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/nifty-news-gamestop-nft-s-first-day-limewire-trends-and-game-dev-attacks
News
It's stacking up: SEC to file separate charges against FTX's SBF
Sam Bankman-Fried has finally been slapped with criminal charges and will be extradited to the U.S.; once there, he'll have to face separate charges from the SEC.
Brian Quarmby
Dec 13, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/it-s-stacking-up-sec-to-file-separate-charges-against-ftx-s-sbf
News
Bitpanda aims to entice crypto investors to TradFi by adding commodities
The exchange now allows crypto investors access to traditional investments such as natural resource commodities like precious metals.
Savannah Fortis
Sep 08, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/bitpanda-aims-to-entice-crypto-investors-to-tradfi-by-adding-commodities
Sponsored
NFTs take to the stars in a play-to-earn metaverse game based on Binance Smart Chain
While NFTs are known as digital collectibles, a play-to-earn metaverse game based in space strives to prove the utility of digital assets can also be seen in creating immersive experiences.
Sarah Jansen
Dec 27, 2021
https://cointelegraph.com/news/nfts-take-to-the-stars-in-a-play-to-earn-metaverse-game-based-on-binance-smart-chain
Analysis
Self-regulatory organizations growing alongside new US crypto regulation
SROs can eventually provide the “connective tissue” between the crypto industry and U.S. government as regulatory infrastructure forms.
Derek Andersen
Apr 18, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/self-regulatory-organizations-growing-alongside-new-u-s-crypto-regulation
News
Report: Vast majority of blockchain energy studies ’lack scientific rigor’
According to researchers, 74% of blockchain energy studies “do not build upon existing theories.”
Zhiyuan Sun
Oct 26, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/report-vast-majority-of-blockchain-energy-studies-lack-scientific-rigor
News
Twitter monetization and free speech drove Binance’s $500M injection: CZ
Binance will also assist Twitter’s integration into Web3 by implementing crypto payments and deploying a dedicated team of on-chain specialists to stop spam bot accounts.
Brayden Lindrea
Nov 01, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/twitter-monetization-and-free-speech-drove-binance-s-500m-injection-cz
News
Hong Kong securities regulator CEO to lead UK financial watchdog
Ashley Alder said the FCA would help “chart the U.K.’s post-Brexit future as a global financial centre, which continues to support innovation and competition."
Turner Wright
Jul 08, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/hong-kong-securities-regulator-ceo-to-lead-uk-financial-watchdog
News
El Salvador Bitcoin bond delayed due to security concerns: Bitfinex CTO
The Bitcoin bond was announced in November last year and was initially expected to launch in the first quarter of 2022.
Prashant Jha
Sep 02, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/el-salvador-bitcoin-bond-delayed-due-to-security-concerns-tether-cto
Market Analysis
Dollar-cost averaging or lump sum: Which Bitcoin strategy works best regardless of price?
$1 invested into Bitcoin every month since December 2017 has provided investors a cumulative return of $160.
Yashu Gola
May 22, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/dollar-cost-averaging-or-lump-sum-which-bitcoin-strategy-works-best-regardless-of-price
News
Ape-themed airdrop phishing scams are on the rise, experts warn
As the crypto community notices and calls out such scams, the fraudsters tend to turn off replies to their tweets to prevent being exposed as scammers.
Arijit Sarkar
May 04, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/ape-themed-airdrop-phishing-scams-are-on-the-rise-experts-warn
New Year Special
Germany's 2021: New regulations, the digital euro and NFTs on the rise
2021 was an eventful year for the German crypto industry. Cointelegraph takes a look at the most important developments of the past year in a review.
Veronika Rinecker
Jan 25, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/germany-s-2021-new-regulations-the-digital-euro-and-nfts-on-the-rise
News
Celsius bankruptcy filings show a company in deep trouble
The bankrupt CeFi crypto lender is about $1.2 billion in deficit, with the majority of its liabilities being customer deposits some believe they may not be required to give back.
Brian Newar
Jul 15, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/celsius-bankruptcy-filings-show-a-company-in-deep-trouble
Market Update
Bitcoin price charges higher, but whales line up to sell BTC at $20K
Analysts claim "mega whales" will make it very difficult for BTC traders to flip $20,000 to support.
William Suberg
Sep 28, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/bitcoin-price-charges-higher-but-whales-line-up-to-sell-btc-at-20k