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On Wednesday, cryptocurrency entrepreneur Roger Ver joined The Alex Jones Show alongside Mike Adams, who is widely recognized as “The Health Ranger” and serves as the founder and owner of Natural News. During the segment, Adams stated that he is “personally advocating for President Trump to consider a pardon for Roger Ver.” Freedom Under Fire: […]

A federal judge has given Eric Council Jr., who pleaded not guilty to compromising the SEC’s X account, permission to travel to North Carolina between Dec. 23 and 29.

Solana (SOL) finds itself at a critical juncture as it tests demand at a price level that previously acted as key resistance. Since late November, SOL’s price has been in a retrace, dampening the hype surrounding the cryptocurrency. The prolonged decline has left investors uncertain about the next move for Solana, with many questioning whether it can regain its bullish momentum. Related Reading: XRP Consolidation Could End Once It Clears $2.60 – Top Analyst Expects $4 Soon Top analyst Jelle recently shared a technical analysis on X, shedding light on Solana’s current setup. According to Jelle, Solana has formed a falling wedge pattern—a classic bullish formation—into what was once a critical resistance level. The price has confirmed this level as support, providing a potential foundation for a significant rally in the near term. If the support holds, it could reignite bullish sentiment and position Solana for another strong run. However, a failure to sustain this level may signal [...]

The draft executive order by the Bitcoin Policy Institute seeks to extend the conversations regarding the U.S. establishing a strategic bitcoin reserve. Establishing Bitcoin as a National Asset for Americans The Bitcoin Policy Institute has drafted an executive order for President Trump‘s consideration aimed at establishing a strategic bitcoin reserve. The draft executive order seeks […]

The ETF, which Grayscale spun off from its older Grayscale Bitcoin Trust, now holds around $4 billion in assets.

The cryptocurrency market is facing a short-term correction after a sustained bull run since early November. Among the altcoins, Binance's native token, BNB, has dropped 1.5% in the past day but is up 1.64%.This is despite the latest legal challenges facing the exchange in Australia. The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) is suing Binance Australia. The lawsuit claims the crypto exchange giant misclassified over 500 retail investors as wholesale clients, denying them essential protections under Australian financial law. More than $100 Billion Market CapCurrently ranked sixth with a market capitalization of $103 billion, the digital asset is changing hands at $717 behind Solana, which traded at $216 at the time of publication with a slightly higher market capitalization. ASIC's alleged oversight by the exchange, which spans 2022 and 2023, could reportedly have exposed clients to significant financial risks. The case involves the classification of 83% of its [...]

Key Takeaways: Deutsche Bank is developing an Ethereum-based Layer 2 blockchain using ZKsync in a way that will enhance the level of compliance in regulated financial systems. The initiative, known The post Deutsche Bank is Building on Ethereum to Modernize Finance appeared first on CryptoNinjas.

OpenSea told Cointelegraph that the foundation in the Cayman Islands was a registered entity.

The Ohio Bitcoin Reserve Act seeks to incorporate bitcoin into the state’s financial reserves while diversifying its investment portfolio. Rep. Merrin Wants Bitcoin in Ohio’s State Treasury Ohio State Representative, Derek Merrin has introduced the Ohio Bitcoin Reserve Act, a legislative bill granting the state treasury the authority to invest in bitcoin (BTC). This bill […]

PRESS RELEASE. December 18, 2024 – Roam, the leader of decentralized global open wireless network, announced a major milestone today: the Roam Network has surpassed 1 million active WiFi nodes, supported by over 1.7 million registered users across 190+ countries and regions. This achievement highlights Roam’s continued success in delivering innovative solutions to create a […]

The initial proposal from Morpho Labs and Allez Labs sought to capture a 7% yield from stablecoins held in Polygon’s proof-of-stake bridge.

Cryptocurrency traders in Hong Kong now have a choice of seven platforms for buying and selling four cryptocurrencies.

In the world of finance, where traditional investments like stocks and bonds have long been.. The post Decoding MicroStrategy’s Bitcoin Strategy: Ponzi Scheme or Genius Investment? appeared first on 99Bitcoins.

National Assembly member Kim Nam-kuk left South Korea’s Democratic Party in 2023 after allegations of cashing out $4 million in crypto holdings.

Deutsche Bank is reportedly creating a layer-2 (L2) blockchain solution on Ethereum using ZKsync technology. The initiative aims to address compliance challenges in using public blockchains within regulated financial systems, according to Bloomberg.The L2 solution is part of Project Dama 2, designed to enhance transaction efficiency and incorporate regulatory safeguards. It will integrate with Ethereum while maintaining alignment with financial compliance requirements.Project Dama 2 and ComplianceProject Dama 2 is linked to the Monetary Authority of Singapore’s Project Guardian, which involves 24 financial institutions exploring blockchain-based asset tokenization. Deutsche Bank’s approach curates a network of trusted validators and grants regulators oversight capabilities to reduce risks, such as interactions with sanctioned entities.The initiative reflects a broader effort by Deutsche Bank to leverage blockchain technology while addressing regulatory barriers. Success could [...]

On December 14, 2024, a dormant whale wallet made ripples in the cryptocurrency market by transferring 2.1 trillion PEPE tokens worth over $52 million. This large transfer, which occurred after 600 days of inactivity, has spurred excitement and speculation about a possible price increase for the popular meme coin. Related Reading: Solana Poised For Growth In 2025 With Record $173 Million Q3 Funding—Report Analysts are keenly tracking PEPE’s moves, anticipating a probable rebound that might take its value to $0.00005 or higher. Whale Activity Indicates Potential Surge The current whale behavior is notable in the cryptocurrency market because massive transfers can reflect trust in an asset or predict future price swings. Historically, similar fluctuations have preceded large price hikes. The whale that executed this transfer originally purchased the tokens for 0.0135 ETH (about $27), resulting in an amazing return on investment of roughly 1.9 million percent. A $PEPE whale that had been [...]

Investors in the round include Brevan Howard Digital, Haun Ventures, Lightspeed Faction and Galaxy Ventures.

Months ahead of schedule, Ink has launched as strong interest from builders spurred accelerated development of infrastructure and investment in testing. The post Ink fast-tracks Layer 2 mainnet launch, driving DeFi development boom appeared first on Kraken Blog.

Kraken Institutional is proud to announce that its institutional crypto custody solution, Kraken Custody, now offers integrated OTC trading. The post Automated OTC trading now available on Kraken Custody appeared first on Kraken Blog.

Memecoins are criticized for being useless, despite being heaps of fun and a path to riches. Here are the 5 real uses for useless memecoins.

We’re thrilled to announce that Moo Deng and Peanut the Squirrel are now available for trading on Kraken! Funding and trading Moo Deng and Peanut the Squirrel trading will be live as of 15:00 PM UTC today, December 18, 2024. To add an asset to your Kraken account, navigate to Funding, select the asset you’re […] The post MOODENG and PNUT are now available for trading! appeared first on Kraken Blog.

Daniele Bernardi shares key insights into the future price of Bitcoin.

Is adding Bitcoin to U.S. reserves a sign of weakness or strength? Let me tell you why Nic Carter has it all wrong.

Arthur Hayes published a “Trump Truth” blog post forecasting a massive crash in crypto markets following Donald Trump’s presidential inauguration in January.

XRP whales have been on a buying spree as blockchain payments company Ripple officially launched its dollar-backed stablecoin, RLUSD, on several global crypto exchanges this Tuesday. The stablecoin is now available for trading on platforms Bitso, Uphold, CoinMENA, MoonPay, and Archax, with additional listings expected soon. Ripple RLUSD Stablecoin Launches Amid Price Volatility RLUSD is designed to maintain a stable value in line with the US dollar and is compatible with both the Ethereum (ETH) blockchain and the XRP Ledger (XRPL), the latter being developed by Ripple Labs alongside XRP.  However, shortly after its launch, RLUSD experienced some volatility, trading at $1.50 on MoonPay early Tuesday—an unexpected premium above its intended value, Fortune Magazine confirmed. Related Reading: Ethereum Reaches $4,100 For The First Time In Over Three Years, Aiming For $5,000 Next David Schwartz, Ripple’s Chief Technology Officer (CTO), had anticipated potential price discrepancies in a [...]