Japanese cryptocurrency exchange DMM Crypto has secured Neoclassic Capital, a Florida-based global investment firm, as its lead investor. DMM Crypto also partnered with Presto, a quantitative trading company. The investments will support DMM Crypto’s Seamoon Protocol, which aims to create a Web3 economic hub for businesses and creators.
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Cryptocurrency industry members in Argentina expressed their opinions regarding a new draft that proposes restrictions on the operation of crypto institutions in the country. If the draft is approved, each institution will register with a minimum capital amount to operate on…
Transak Cryptocurrency Service: Recent Data Breach
October 22, 2024
Transak, a cryptocurrency on/off-ramp service, confirmed on Oct. 21 that experienced a data breach affecting 1.14% of its users. A ransomware group claimed to have obtained sensitive data but Transak confirmed only limited information was accessed. The company said it is…
Cryptocurrency Transactions' Volumes Spike Nearly 25% in Brazil
October 22, 2024
The volume of cryptocurrency transactions in Brazil has yet again registered record numbers. According to figures offered by the Brazilian IRS equivalent, volumes grew 24.2% compared to last year, reaching over $43.5 billion between January and September 2024. Stablecoin volumes were significant, with Tether’s USDT leading the charge. The leading stablecoin registered volumes of $27.4 billion…
Following Friday’s spot bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) activity, the numbers reveal that the 12 ETFs are on the brink of reaching the impressive milestone of 1 million bitcoins. As of this weekend, the funds are just shy of 42,000 BTC from hitting that target.
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On Sunday, bitcoin climbed past $69,000, hitting an intraday peak of $69,363 per coin. Over the past week, BTC gained 9.3%, expanded 63% since the start of the year, and increased by 132% over the last 12 months. The global trading volume across the crypto economy sits at…
Classic Games Meet Web3: Snake on Solana Games
October 17, 2024
Join Regina as she explores SOL Arena, a new battle royale on the Solana network that combines the simplicity of Snake with the intensity of Web3 competition.
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Nifty Island is a decentralized metaverse and social platform where players can build, explore, and engage in a virtual world. It emphasizes land ownership through customizable islands, allowing users to…
US Sends Crypto Promoter to Prison for 20 Years in Multi-Million Dollar Ponzi Scheme
October 17, 2024
A cryptocurrency promoter was sentenced to 20 years in prison for running a Ponzi scheme that defrauded thousands of investors, particularly in Spanish-speaking U.S. communities. The scheme, disguised as a crypto mining operation, promised guaranteed returns but left victims…
Ireland Moves to Draft Urgent Legislation for Cryptocurrency Regulations Ahead of EU Deadline
October 17, 2024
Ireland’s Finance Minister Jack Chambers has announced plans to draft urgent legislation aimed at updating financial regulations to include cryptocurrency and digital asset firms. According to the Irish Examiner, this legislation is crucial to ensure compliance with new…
Bitcoin Surge Looms as US Election Nears — Standard Chartered Predicts BTC Rally to $73,800
October 16, 2024
Banking giant Standard Chartered is predicting a sharp rise in bitcoin’s value, with forecasts suggesting it could approach its all-time high of $73,800 as the U.S. presidential election nears. Rising Treasury yields, growing interest in bitcoin ETFs, and Trump’s improving election odds are key factors driving this potential rally, supported by increasing institutional inflows and bitcoin call…
