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Newsletter
Crypto Biz: Amid crypto carnage, Goldman and Barclays fill their bags, May 12-18, 2022
Some of the world's biggest banks are increasing their exposure to the digital asset market despite the recent market volatility. Is this a sign of things to come?
Sam Bourgi
May 20, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/crypto-biz-amid-crypto-carnage-goldman-and-barclays-fill-their-bags-may-12-18-2022
News
Bitcoin investment giant Grayscale debuts ETF in Europe
Grayscale announced its first European ETF, listing on the London Stock Exchange, Borsa Italiana and Deutsche Börse Xetra.
Helen Partz
May 16, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/bitcoin-investment-giant-grayscale-debuts-etf-in-europe
Expert Take
DAO regulation in Australia: Issues and solutions, Part 1
Certain laws need to be passed before DAOs can be properly regulated, which the Australian government aims to achieve.
Oleksii Konashevych
Apr 03, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/dao-regulation-in-australia-issues-and-solutions-part-1
News
Nansen's indexes reveal insightful trends in the NFT space
The platform's newly-introduced NFT-500: ETH index reports a 68.5% growth for the top-500 Ethereum NFTs since the beginning of the year, despite experiencing a corrective 28.8% decline over the course of the past 30-days.
Tom Farren
Mar 15, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/nansen-s-indexes-reveal-insightful-trends-in-the-nft-space
Market Update
Bitcoin price targets stretch to $19K as BTC jumps 4% from daily lows
Bitcoin retains $17,200 after an overnight squeeze takes BTC price action to within reach of one-month highs.
William Suberg
Dec 09, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/bitcoin-price-targets-stretch-to-19k-as-btc-jumps-4-from-daily-lows
Market Analysis
$1.9T wipeout in crypto risks spilling over to stocks, bonds — stablecoin Tether in focus
The dangers posed by stablecoins to the traditional market cannot be dismissed due to Tether’s exposure to the U.S. credit system.
Yashu Gola
May 15, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/1-9t-wipeout-in-crypto-risks-spilling-over-to-stocks-bonds-stablecoin-tether-in-focus
Interview
Binance still serving non-sanctioned Russians while seeking clarity on EU crypto regulations
There is a challenge of not overdoing EU sanctions against Russia, according to Binance head of sanctions Chagri Poyraz.
Helen Partz
Oct 28, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/binance-still-serving-russians-while-seeking-clarity-on-eu-crypto-sanctions
News
BNB Chain aims to raise 30K new Web3 developers across Latin America in 2022
BNB Chain prepares to launch a Web3 development course for Latin American students as the region continues to be a hub for adoption and crypto-related activity.
Savannah Fortis
Aug 17, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/bnb-chain-aims-to-raise-30k-new-web3-developers-across-latin-america-in-2022
News
Etherscan, CoinGecko warn against ongoing MetaMask phishing attacks
While investigations are underway, the ongoing attack on various crypto platforms may be connected to the compromise of Coinzilla, an advertising and marketing agency.
Arijit Sarkar
May 14, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/etherscan-coingecko-warn-against-ongoing-metamask-phishing-attacks
Innovation Circle
Bear markets are good for the real builders
Unfortunately, a foundation without any structure built on top of it is relatively worthless.
Charlie Silver
Jul 28, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/innovation-circle/bear-markets-are-good-for-the-real-builders
Newsletter
Finance Redefined: Number of DAOs surge, Solana launches $100M DeFi fund
The past week in DeFi saw the launch of another $100M fund by Solana and the number of DAOs surge over 8x with increased protocol activity.
Prashant Jha
Jun 10, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/finance-redefined-number-of-daos-surge-solana-launches-100m-defi-fund
Analysis
Inflation spikes in Europe: What do Bitcoiners, politicians and financial experts think?
Bitcoin‘s role as an inflation hedge is popular, with one expert stating that ”you don‘t need Bitcoin until you do.”
Joseph Hall
Mar 10, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/inflation-spikes-in-europe-what-do-bitcoiners-politicians-and-financial-experts-think
News
Oxford City Football Club to accept Bitcoin for matchday tickets
In a first for the sixth-tier English football league, the club will wear the BTC logo on their shirts and fans will be able to buy tickets with Bitcoin over the Lightning Network.
Joseph Hall
Aug 03, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/oxford-city-football-club-to-accept-bitcoin-for-matchday-tickets
Market Analysis
Bitcoin creeps toward $30K, but data shows bears in favor for Friday’s $1.8B BTC options expiry
Traders are calling for a “relief rally” to $35,000, but derivatives data shows bears stand to profit from this week’s $1.81 billion BTC options expiry.
Marcel Pechman
May 25, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/bitcoin-creeps-toward-30k-but-data-shows-bears-in-favor-for-friday-s-1-8b-btc-options-expiry
News
A16z-backed CoinSwitch exchange raided over alleged forex law breaches
The Andreessen Horowitz-backed crypto exchange is the latest on the Enforcement Directorate’s anti-money laundering hit list.
Felix Ng
Aug 26, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/a16z-backed-coinswitch-exchange-raided-over-alleged-forex-law-breaches
News
UK gov't introduces bill aimed at empowering authorities' to 'seize, freeze and recover' crypto
King Charles announced the bill in May to both houses of the U.K. Parliament, saying it was aimed at tackling illicit finance, reducing economic crime and helping businesses grow.
Turner Wright
Sep 22, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/uk-gov-t-introduces-bill-aimed-at-empowering-authorities-to-seize-freeze-and-recover-crypto
News
FINRA may hire employees terminated from crypto firms: Report
“Anybody who is getting laid off from a crypto platform and wants to work for FINRA, give me a call," said president and CEO Robert Cook.
Turner Wright
Jun 15, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/finra-may-hire-employees-terminated-from-crypto-firms-report
News
Crypto.com accidentally transferred $10.5M to client instead of $100 refund
Court documents allege that the recipient used a portion of the funds to purchase a luxury mansion upon receipt.
Zhiyuan Sun
Aug 30, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/crypto-com-accidentally-transfered-10-5m-to-client-instead-of-100-refund
Market Analysis
Ether plunges 13% while Bitcoin pushes BTC dominance to 2022 high — More pain ahead?
Bitcoin dominance has spiked to six-month highs at Ether’s expense as ETH/BTC suffers big losses.
Yashu Gola
May 12, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/ethereum-plunges-13-vs-bitcoin-pushing-btc-dominance-to-2022-high-more-pain-ahead
News
Ukrainian pharmacies enable crypto payments via Binance Pay
Ukraine continues adopting cryptocurrency payments with crypto exchange Binance amid the ongoing war with Russia.
Helen Partz
Jan 03, 2023
https://cointelegraph.com/news/ukrainian-pharmacies-enable-crypto-payments-via-binance-pay
Event Recap
Bitcoin 2022 Miami: Conference recap and major themes
The four-day event brought together developers, business leaders, policymakers and builders of the Bitcoin economy.
Ornella Hernández
Apr 14, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/bitcoin-2022-miami-conference-recap-and-major-themes
News
Coming to Texas: Riot Blockchain announces plans to move NY miners to Lone Star State
Moving rigs from New York to Texas was part of Riot's effort to reduce the firm’s operating expenses through lower power costs and eliminate “all third-party hosting fees.”
Turner Wright
Jul 06, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/coming-to-texas-riot-blockchain-announces-plans-to-move-ny-miners-to-lone-star-state
News
Users upset that Binance's wrong-crypto-network retrieval fees have soared to 500 BUSD
A few months prior, wrong-network retrieval fees costed around 0.001 BTC on Binance.
Zhiyuan Sun
Oct 18, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/users-upset-that-binance-s-wrong-crypto-network-retrieval-fees-have-soared-to-500-busd
Market Update
Bitcoin spikes to $41.7K highs as Ethereum nears $3K reclaim
A late surge on March 18 sees a welcome challenge of higher levels for both BTC and ETH.
William Suberg
Mar 18, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/bitcoin-spikes-to-41-7k-highs-as-ethereum-nears-3k-reclaim
How to crypto
What is PAX Gold (PAXG) and how does it work?
PAX Gold is a cryptocurrency and gold hybrid that bridges the gap between the two investment options. It offers the security and stability of cryptocurrencies.
Arnold Kirimi
Sep 11, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/what-is-pax-gold-paxg-and-how-does-it-work
News
FDIC reportedly scrutinizing Voyager Digital marketing as complex SBF ties come to light
Some Voyager Digital customers did not understand the scope of FDIC protection for their deposits, leading to questions about the firm’s marketing.
Derek Andersen
Jul 07, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/fdic-reportedly-scrutinizing-voyager-digital-marketing-complex-sbf-ties-come-to-light
Altcoin Watch
DeFi token AAVE faces major correction after soaring 100% in a month
More than 50% of AAVE's recent gains appeared after Aave Companies proposed to launch a native stablecoin.
Yashu Gola
Jul 15, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/defi-token-aave-faces-major-correction-after-soaring-100-in-a-month
Research
Must staking and liquidity pool lock-ups change to see crypto mass adoption?
Will the wave of lending protocols struggling in the bear market stimulate the development of alternative solutions to create more sustainable investment opportunities?
Cointelegraph Research
Jun 28, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/must-staking-and-liquidity-pool-lock-ups-change-to-see-crypto-mass-adoption
Video
Top coins to buy in a bear market? | Find out now on The Market Report live
On this week’s episode of “The Market Report,” Cointelegraph’s resident experts discuss which coins you should consider buying in a bear market.
Cointelegraph
Mar 22, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/top-coins-to-buy-in-a-bear-market-find-out-now-on-the-market-report-live
News
CoinFLEX announces staff cuts as part of measures to reduce costs by up to 60%
“The intention is to remain right-sized for any entity considering a potential acquisition of or partnership opportunity with CoinFLEX,” said the exchange.
Turner Wright
Jul 29, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/coinflex-announces-staff-cuts-as-part-of-measures-to-reduce-costs-by-up-to-60
News
Russian bill would legalize crypto mining, sales under ‘experimental legal regime’
The bill provides a legal definition of mining and mining pools and would create a domestic cryptocurrency market in Russia’s latest step to integrate digital assets into its economy.
Derek Andersen
Nov 18, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/russian-bill-would-legalize-crypto-mining-sales-under-experimental-legal-regime
News
Missed Paris Blockchain Week Summit? Here are 5 key takeaways from the event
The event included commentary from CZ, Brad Garlinghouse and Paolo Ardoino on topics of crypto regulation, the SEC lawsuit and European nations adopting digital assets.
Tom Farren
Apr 15, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/missed-paris-blockchain-week-summit-here-are-5-key-takeaways-from-the-event
News
Crypto startup Blockchain​.com planning 2022 IPO
Blockchain​.com would be just the second crypto exchange to go public in the U.S. if it can perform an IPO before Binance​.US.
Brian Newar
Apr 19, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/crypto-startup-blockchain-dot-com-planning-2022-ipo
News
Swiss crypto bank Sygnum secures in-principal approval in Singapore
Prior to the latest approval, Sygnum Singapore was only allowed to offer asset management activities with its CMS license.
Helen Partz
Mar 08, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/swiss-crypto-bank-sygnum-secures-in-principal-approval-in-singapore
News
Crypto capital gains one of four key areas for Australian Tax Office
“Remember, you can’t offset your crypto losses against your salary and wages,” said ATO assistant commissioner Tim Loh.
Brian Quarmby
May 16, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/crypto-capital-gains-one-of-four-key-areas-for-australian-tax-office
News
Robinhood enables US users to gift crypto for the holidays
The trading app suggested gifting cryptocurrency this holiday season could help newbies "taking the first step" and have interesting conversations around the dinner table in the future.
Turner Wright
Dec 16, 2021
https://cointelegraph.com/news/robinhood-enables-us-users-to-gift-crypto-for-the-holidays
News
German banking giant Commerzbank applies for crypto license
A spokesperson for Commerzbank confirmed to local media that it applied for the license with BaFin earlier this year as a first for a major bank in Germany.
Jesse Coghlan
Apr 21, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/german-banking-giant-commerzbank-applies-for-crypto-license
News
US federal agency issues legal advisory on NFT investments
The advisory primarily targets reporting of NFTs investments that represent “property,” such as real estate.
Arijit Sarkar
Jul 20, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/us-federal-agency-issues-legal-advisory-on-nft-investments
News
CoinFLEX resumes withdrawals, limiting users to 10%
Since halting user withdrawals three weeks ago, CoinFLEX has announced plans to reclaim up to $84 million in owed funds.
Sam Bourgi
Jul 14, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/coinflex-resumes-withdrawals-limiting-users-to-10
Opinion
Regulations set the table for more talent, capital and building in crypto industry
Regulatory involvement in crypto is an indication of the industry’s maturity and longevity, encouraging bright ideas, minds and money to enter the space.
Hart Lambur
Apr 16, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/regulations-set-the-table-for-more-talent-capital-and-building-in-crypto-industry
News
Industry expresses confidence in the NFT space amid the FTX collapse
NFT artist Johnathan Schultz believes that the era of NFTs without utility is dwindling, and to survive, it must outgrow the “memeification” of things.
Ezra Reguerra
Nov 22, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/industry-expresses-confidence-in-the-nft-space-amid-the-ftx-collapse
Analysis
Crypto winter teaches tough lessons about custody and taking control
Many agree that digital assets should be held in hard wallets, but recent actions in the EU and the U.S. may make that more difficult, not easier.
Andrew Singer
Sep 02, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/crypto-winter-teaches-tough-lessons-about-custody-and-taking-control
News
Coinsquare acquires publicly traded crypto exchange CoinSmart
CoinSmart reported $16.7 million in gross revenue in 2021 as retail trading volumes soared during the Bitcoin bull market.
Sam Bourgi
Sep 23, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/coinsquare-acquires-publicly-traded-crypto-exchange-coinsmart
News
Bitcoin not a currency? South Africa to regulate crypto as financial asset
South Africa’s Reserve Bank will regulate cryptocurrencies as financial assets, and new laws are expected over the next 12 months.
Gareth Jenkinson
Jul 13, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/bitcoin-not-a-currency-south-africa-to-regulate-crypto-as-financial-asset
News
Happy birthday, Hal Finney: Crypto community honors world's first known Bitcoiner
Hal Finney, a computer scientist and the world’s first publicly known Bitcoiner, would have celebrated his 66th birthday Wednesday.
Joseph Hall
May 04, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/happy-birthday-hal-finney-crypto-community-honors-world-s-first-known-bitcoiner
News
How will NFTs bridge traditional gaming with blockchain? Enjin's CTO Witek Radomski explains
"There's also a hugely untapped mountain of gold in gameplay possibilities with NFTs," says Radomski.
Zhiyuan Sun
Jul 07, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/how-will-nfts-bridge-traditional-gaming-with-blockchain-enjin-s-cto-witek-radomski-explains
News
Fantom Foundation issues clarification statement about departure of Andre Cronje and Anton Nell
The statement comes amid ongoing speculation regarding the recent departure of two of its most prominent developers.
Zhiyuan Sun
Mar 11, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/fantom-foundation-issues-clarification-statement-about-departure-of-andre-cronje-and-anton-nell
Sponsored
New mainnet connects blockchain to the physical world to promote mass adoption
Blockchain utility is only being seen by 5% of the world, with 95% still not on-chain.
Sarah Jansen
Feb 14, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/new-mainnet-connects-blockchain-to-the-physical-world-to-promote-mass-adoption
Analysis
Clarity pushed back: Russian government fails to forge a consolidated stance on crypto regulation
Another tentative deadline for the Finance Ministry and central bank to reach a compromise passes as an expected bill does not arrive.
David Attlee
Feb 19, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/clarity-pushed-back-russian-government-fails-to-forge-a-consolidated-stance-on-crypto-regulation
Opinion
From the NY Times to WaPo, the media is fawning over Bankman-Fried
Mainstream media outlets just can’t seem to stop drooling over the disgraced FTX founder.
Matthew Liu
Nov 28, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/from-the-ny-times-to-wapo-the-media-is-fawning-over-bankman-fried
News
Solana said to be ‘more decentralized than people think,’ but there’s more
Unstoppable Finance argued that Solana’s validator count and Nakamoto coefficient are higher than other blockchains, making it more decentralized.
Ezra Reguerra
Jul 26, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/solana-said-to-be-more-decentralized-than-people-think-but-there-s-more
News
US lawmakers introduce bill aimed at reporting on crypto miners' potential environmental impact
The Crypto-Asset Environmental Transparency Act would instruct the Environmental Protection Agency to report on crypto mining activity consuming more than five megawatts.
Turner Wright
Dec 08, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/us-lawmakers-introduce-bill-aimed-at-reporting-on-crypto-miners-potential-environmental-impact
News
Nintendo considering ways to utilize NFTs in a way that doesn't diminish 'joy'
The developer of Super Mario and Pokemon franchises cares more about providing a good experience for its players than winning a console race.
Ornella Hernández
Feb 03, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/nintendo-considering-ways-to-utilize-nfts-in-a-way-that-doesn-t-diminish-joy
Price Analysis
Price analysis 12/28: BTC, ETH, BNB, XRP, DOGE, ADA, MATIC, DOT, LTC, UNI
Bitcoin and select altcoins have turned down from overhead resistance levels, indicating that bears remain in control.
Rakesh Upadhyay
Dec 28, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/price-analysis-12-28-btc-eth-bnb-xrp-doge-ada-matic-dot-ltc-uni
Markets News
Bitcoin bulls may have to wait until 2024 for next BTC price ‘rocket stage’
Historical data calculates Bitcoin‘s next 10x price surge only in two years‘ time, but analyst Peter Brandt is not convinced.
William Suberg
Apr 07, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/bitcoin-bulls-may-have-to-wait-until-2024-for-next-btc-price-rocket-stage
Interview
Crypto winter? DeFi, Metaverse and NFT job market still hot — Recruiters
The number one attribute to succeed in the crypto industry is a “start-up mentality” and the ability to “roll with the punches,” a crypto recruiter tells Cointelegraph.
Brayden Lindrea
Sep 01, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/crypto-winter-defi-metaverse-and-nft-job-market-still-hot-recruiters
Market Update
Bitcoin addresses in loss hit all-time high amid $18K BTC price target
More entities than ever are underwater at current prices, but there is little consensus over conditions improving yet.
William Suberg
Jul 03, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/bitcoin-addresses-in-loss-hit-all-time-high-amid-18k-btc-price-target
News
3AC allegedly liable for $2.8B in creditor claims
The amount is likely understated as many of 3AC's borrowing details remain confidential.
Zhiyuan Sun
Jul 19, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/3ac-allegedly-liable-for-2-8b-in-creditor-claims
Newsletter
Here’s how blockchains are helping to advance the global energy grid
Governments and environmentalists are quick to criticize the amount of electricity Bitcoin mining uses, but investors’ growing interest in crypto is leading to positive steps in the energy sector.
Jordan Finneseth
Jun 10, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/here-s-how-blockchains-are-helping-to-advance-the-global-energy-grid
News
Crypto lobbyists up 180% since 2018, with Andrew Yang joining the charge
A new lobbying group will seek to educate legislators and create pilot programs to convince them of the utility of Web3.
Derek Andersen
Mar 10, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/crypto-lobbyists-up-180-since-2018-with-andrew-yang-joining-the-charge
News
Lodestar Finance exploited in flash loan attack
The main vulnerability behind the attack was a plvGLP oracle, which the attacker was able to manipulate.
Ana Paula Pereira
Dec 11, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/lodestar-finance-exploited-in-flash-loan-attack
News
Bitcoin is new gold for millennials, Wharton finance professor says
Gold disappointed investors in 2021 as a traditional hedge against inflation, seeing its worst year since 2015.
Helen Partz
Jan 03, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/bitcoin-is-new-gold-for-millennials-wharton-s-finance-professor-says
News
FTX to give a ‘one-time’ $6M compensation to phishing victims
FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried said the exchange won’t be “making a habit of compensating” users that are “phished by fake versions of other companies.”
Jesse Coghlan
Oct 24, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/ftx-to-give-a-one-time-6m-compensation-to-phishing-victims
News
Could GameFi and carbon currencies reverse blockchain’s climate stigma?
Toucan Protocol’s Rob Schmitt believes blockchain gaming could have a much better environmental reputation if games integrated carbon offsets.
Brian Newar
May 25, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/could-gamefi-and-carbon-currencies-reverse-blockchain-s-climate-stigma
News
EU commissioner calls for global coordination on crypto regulation
Mairead McGuinness said the U.S. and the EU were both moving forward on comprehensive frameworks for crypto, with President Joe Biden's executive order and the MiCA proposal.
Turner Wright
May 02, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/eu-commissioner-calls-for-global-coordination-on-crypto-regulation
News
Sushi and Synthetix get the boot in Grayscale DeFi Fund rebalancing
Crypto asset management firm Grayscale added three new crypto assets to its funds and has kicked SushiSwap and Synthetix from its DeFi Fund, following its first quarterly rebalance.
Tom Mitchelhill
Apr 07, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/sushi-and-synthetix-get-the-boot-in-grayscale-defi-fund-rebalancing
News
Hedge fund billionaire Steve Cohen exits crypto startup Radkl amid bear market: Report
The hedge fund manager was part of a $50-million funding round for NFT company Recur, while Point72 Ventures backed a $21-million round for crypto analytics firm Messari.
Turner Wright
Aug 02, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/hedge-fund-billionaire-steve-cohen-exits-crypto-startup-radkl-amid-bear-market-report
Analysis
NFTs become physical experiences as brands offer in-store minting
Minting NFTs at physical locations could be the next big trend for brands entering Web3.
Rachel Wolfson
Jul 09, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/nfts-become-physical-experiences-as-brands-offer-in-store-minting
News
New NFT marketplace LooksRare allows traders to earn rewards
As NFT trading activity remains high in volume, a new wave of NFT trading platforms have begun to crop up in 2022.
Ornella Hernández
Jan 10, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/new-nft-marketplace-looksrare-allows-traders-to-earn-rewards
Interview
Mr. Wonderful Kevin O’Leary reveals his top crypto picks
The Shark Tank star discussed Bitcoin, layer-1 cryptocurrencies and the future of crypto adoption in an exclusive interview with Cointelegraph.
Cointelegraph
Apr 11, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/mr-wonderful-kevin-o-leary-reveals-his-top-crypto-picks
News
Blockstream and Block Inc to build solar Bitcoin mining facility powered by Tesla technology
The site will use a combination of solar panels and battery storage from excess daylight to power Bitcoin mining.
Zhiyuan Sun
Apr 08, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/blockstream-and-block-inc-to-build-solar-bitcoin-mining-facility-powered-by-tesla-technology
Market Analysis
FTX collapse followed by an uptick in stablecoin inflows and DEX activity
Investors piled into stablecoins following FTX’s collapse, and an uptick in DEX activity suggests a rising interest in self-custody options.
Kyle White
Nov 14, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/ftx-collapse-followed-by-an-uptick-in-stablecoin-inflows-and-dex-activity
News
Exchanges show initial support to Terra revival by listing new LUNA token
HitBTC plans to list Terra's brand new LUNA token on May 27 as the suspended Terra Classic blockchain is expected to revive as Terra 2.0.
Helen Partz
May 25, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/exchanges-show-initial-support-to-terra-revival-by-listing-new-luna-token
Video
Why are Bitcoin whales accumulating BTC? Watch The Market Report
On this week’s episode of The Market Report, Cointelegraph’s resident experts discuss why Bitcoin whales are accumulating right now and why this could be significant.
Cointelegraph
Oct 25, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/why-are-bitcoin-whales-accumulating-btc-watch-the-market-report
Video
Which DAOs have the most potential in 2022? | Watch The Market Report live
On this week’s episode of “The Market Report,” Cointelegraph’s resident experts discuss which DAO has the most potential in 2022.
Cointelegraph
Mar 01, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/which-daos-have-the-most-potential-in-2022-watch-the-market-report-live
News
Ripple CEO compares Wells Fargo billions mismanagement with FTX collapse
One of the biggest banks in America has once again paid a billion-dollar fine for the illegal treatment of its customers.
David Attlee
Dec 22, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/ripple-ceo-compares-wells-fargo-billions-mismanagement-with-ftx-collapse
News
FTX creditor committee hires Paul Hastings LLP for bankruptcy proceedings: Report
After evaluating several law firms, FTX's unsecured creditors' committee has chosen a legal adviser.
Ana Paula Pereira
Dec 22, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/ftx-creditor-committee-hires-paul-hastings-llp-for-bankruptcy-proceedings-report
Markets News
Key on-chain metric shows Bitcoin miners in ‘massive’ BTC accumulation mode
Data shows lost and held Bitcoin hitting a one-year high, while miners opened the year by accumulating “massive” amounts of BTC.
William Suberg
Jan 11, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/key-on-chain-metric-shows-bitcoin-miners-in-massive-btc-accumulation-mode
Video
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Cointelegraph
Jan 10, 2022
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Bored Apes founders propose new model for NFT creator royalties
The BAYC founders want an NFT creator royalties model that ensures transferring NFTs between wallets remains free and encourages creators to remain within the NFT ecosystem.
Luke Huigsloot
Nov 09, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/bored-apes-founders-propose-new-model-for-nft-creator-royalties
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Human Rights Foundation to grant 425M satoshis as part of its Bitcoin Development Fund
Various educational and developmental Bitcoin projects from around the world have now been granted funding, according to the Foundation.
Griffin Shenkel
Jan 06, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/human-rights-foundation-to-gift-425-million-satoshis-as-a-part-of-their-bitcoin-development-fund
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Grayscale legal officer says Bitcoin ETF litigation could take two years
Grayscale argues that the differences between futures and spot Bitcoin ETFs have no correlation to approvals because prices are based on the same spot Bitcoin markets.
Ezra Reguerra
Jul 11, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/grayscale-legal-officer-says-bitcoin-etf-litigation-could-take-two-years
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US lawmaker hints at upcoming crypto legislation as Jerome Powell says Fed will release report on digital currency soon
“The report really is ready to go and I would expect we will drop it — I hate to say it again — in coming weeks," said Jerome Powell.
Turner Wright
Jan 11, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/us-lawmaker-hints-at-upcoming-crypto-legislation-as-jerome-powell-says-fed-will-release-report-on-digital-currency-soon
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Iran to stiffen penalties for illegal use of subsidized energy in crypto mining
The fines will reportedly triple compared to current rates while repeated violations will lead to jail time.
David Attlee
Apr 18, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/iran-to-stiffen-penalties-for-illegal-use-of-subsidized-energy-in-crypto-mining
News
Institutional staking won’t take off unless asset lock-up solved: Coinbase CFO
Coinbase’s new institutional-focused staking product won’t be a “near-term phenomenon” while liquid staking is still being worked out.
Brayden Lindrea
Aug 12, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/institutional-staking-won-t-take-off-unless-asset-lock-up-solved-coinbase-cfo
News
Nomad refutes claims of ignoring bugs, establishes a new address to return funds
The altcoins that were stolen in the Nomad bridge hack suffered as much as a 94% decline in price after the exploit.
Prashant Jha
Aug 03, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/nomad-reportedly-ignored-security-vulnerability-that-led-to-190m-exploit
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Opera integrates Bitcoin, Solana, Polygon and five other blockchains
Under the Crypto Browser project initiative, Opera’s multichain compatibility aims to ease the introduction of Web3 to more than 380 million mobile and desktop users worldwide.
Arijit Sarkar
Mar 30, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/opera-integrates-bitcoin-solana-polygon-and-five-other-blockchains
Explained
What is the importance of blockchain in the RegTech ecosystem?
RegTech enhances compliance for financial services institutions. This guide explains how blockchain works in banking to achieve this goal.
Abdul Wahab
Feb 20, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/explained/what-is-the-importance-of-blockchain-in-the-regtech-ecosystem
News
Ethereum solo validators that censor blocks should ‘be tolerated’ — Buterin
Speaking about a hypothetical scenario, the Ethereum co-founder said censorship should be tolerated depending on the case.
Ana Paula Pereira
Oct 18, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/ethereum-solo-validators-that-censor-blocks-should-be-tolerated-says-buterin
Market Analysis
Don’t believe the hype — Bitcoin price rally to $17K reflects improving sentiment
Negative newsflow continues to make headlines, but BTC’s recent move above $17,000 suggests investors are finding reasons to be bullish.
Marcel Pechman
Nov 30, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/don-t-believe-the-hype-bitcoin-price-rally-to-17k-reflects-improving-sentiment
Newsletter
Not the best week for crypto lending: Law Decoded, June 20–27
The Celsius failure continues to draw regulator’s and the community’s attention to lending issues.
David Attlee
Jun 28, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/not-the-best-week-for-crypto-lending-law-decoded-june-20-27
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Ethereum is like the best and worst parts of New York: Grayscale
“Ethereum is like New York City: It is vast, expensive and congested in certain areas. However, it also features the richest application ecosystem,” Grayscale wrote.
Brian Quarmby
Mar 31, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/ethereum-is-like-the-best-and-worst-parts-of-new-york-grayscale
News
Binance becomes official crypto exchange partner of 64th Grammy Awards
Taking place on April 3, the 64th Grammy Awards ceremony will also feature exclusive NFTs via the OneOf marketplace, issued on Tezos.
Helen Partz
Mar 31, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/binance-becomes-official-crypto-exchange-partner-of-64th-grammy-awards
Markets News
US crypto executive order looms — 5 things to watch in Bitcoin this week
A lack of bullish momentum leaves Bitcoin wanting this week as macro clouds gather on the horizon.
William Suberg
Jan 31, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/us-crypto-executive-order-looms-5-things-to-watch-in-bitcoin-this-week
News
Hong Kong Monetary Authority provides update on retail CBDC that may become DeFi onramp
The monetary authority is developing a wholesale CBDC separately and earlier; it is looking at prospective retail use cases despite the lack of an “imminent role” for the currency.
Derek Andersen
Sep 21, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/hong-kong-monetary-authority-provides-update-on-retail-cbdc-that-may-become-defi-onramp
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South Korean regulators aim to toughen crypto fraud punishments
The legislation, separate from the upcoming Digital Asset Basic Act, may came into force already in 2023.
David Attlee
Nov 01, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/south-korean-regulators-aim-to-toughen-crypto-fraud-punishments
Opinion
After Terra’s fall to Earth, get ready for the stablecoin era
Did May’s algorithmic stablecoin crashes kill the concept, or is there still a role for fiat-pegged cryptocurrencies?
Uldis Tēraudkalns
Jul 10, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/after-terra-s-fall-to-earth-get-ready-for-the-stablecoin-era
How to crypto
What is browser-based cryptocurrency mining, and how does it work?
Browser-based cryptocurrency mining has made a comeback, allowing casual miners to earn rewards.
Marcel Deer
Dec 28, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/what-is-browser-based-cryptocurrency-mining-and-how-does-it-work
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Robinhood CEO outlines how DOGE could become ‘currency of the internet’
Robinhood CEO Vladimir Tenev took to Twitter to explain how DOGE could become “the future currency of the Internet” just hours after Dogecoin’s creator criticized Elon Musk for his Twitter antics.
Tom Mitchelhill
Apr 15, 2022
https://cointelegraph.com/news/robinhood-ceo-outlines-how-doge-could-become-currency-of-the-internet