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Proton says Swan Bitcoin lawsuit is ‘fatally flawed,' seeks dismissal
October 2, 2024
The ex-Swan employees at Proton Management said Swan Bitcoin’s mining lawsuit is baseless because 2040 Energy operated as a “separate entity.”
Solana DApps volume increased by 46% in a week — Is $180 SOL the next stop?
October 1, 2024
An uptick in Solana’s network activity and upcoming project launches could send SOL price higher.
Bitcoin metrics reset and point to ‘major move’ in Q4 — Analysts
October 1, 2024
Analysts say Bitcoin’s prolonged downtrend reset its key price metrics, setting BTC up for a stellar Q4 performance.
Here’s what happened in crypto today
October 1, 2024
Need to know what happened in crypto today? Here is the latest news on daily trends and events impacting Bitcoin price, blockchain, DeFi, NFTs, Web3 and crypto regulation.
Hut 8 pays off $38M Anchorage Digital loan as it looks at AI expansion
October 1, 2024
Anchorage Digital converted the debt into common stock at a 51% premium.
Bitwise has filed an XRP ETF
October 1, 2024
The crypto-focused asset manager filed the exchange-traded fund application in the state of Delaware.
CME’s Bitcoin Friday Futures launch with 31K contracts on day one
October 1, 2024
CME’s new derivatives product allows market participants to hedge or speculate on Bitcoin price movements in the short term.
Why is the crypto market down today?
October 1, 2024
Traders’ hopes for a bullish start to “Uptober” were quickly dashed as the crypto and stock markets sold off at the opening bell.
MHC Digital, Circle collaborate to expand USDC access in APAC region
October 1, 2024
Australian pension funds can expect a pitch soon for saving money on fees with a stablecoin.
Hashdex files amended S-1 for Nasdaq Crypto Index US ETF
October 1, 2024
The filing signals progress toward a possible spot cryptocurrency index ETF listing in the US.
Crypto hackers steal $750M in Q3 2024, as losses grow by 9.5% — CertiK
October 1, 2024
Q3 2024 saw a decline in the number of crypto hacks, but the value of assets stolen spiked, with $753 million lost across 155 incidents.
EigenLayer’s EIGEN cracks top 100 market rank in trading debut
October 1, 2024
EigenLayer’s native token unlocked at 5:00 am UTC on Oct. 1 and has been trading at just under $4 per token, or around a $6.5-billion fully diluted value.
Hamster Kombat tappers evolve with Swipe-to-Earn + Axie Pals Tamagotchis: Web3 Gamer
October 1, 2024
Hamster Kombat is “lighthearted and fun” but tap-to-earn gameplay is evolving; gamers playing 80-hrs a week to win a $100K prize: Web3 Gamer.
Stop panicking about Wrapped Bitcoin — Mint Coinbase’s cbBTC instead
October 1, 2024
Concerns about wBTC’s planned custody shakeup are overblown. For added safety, cbBTC is the best alternative.
Kamala Harris knows crypto voters are up for grabs: New polls confirm
October 1, 2024
New polling suggests crypto voters could have a meaningful impact on the outcome of the election, and they're still divided on who to vote for.
Binance ‘fully available’ in Argentina after VASP registration
October 1, 2024
Binance becomes fully operational in Argentina after securing registration with the country’s securities regulator.
3 signs that Bitcoin’s Q3 close was bullish
October 1, 2024
Bitcoin may not be embracing “Uptober” with a bang, but there are plenty of reasons to be bullish on BTC price performance.
Europe gathers global experts to draft ‘Code of Practice’ for AI
October 1, 2024
The EU is bringing together top global experts to draft the first “Code of Practice” for general-purpose AI models, setting new standards for transparency and risk management under its AI Act.
Gemini’s exit from Canada: What’s driving crypto exchanges out?
October 1, 2024
Gemini’s exit came just a few days after the Canadian Securities Administrators released an update to crypto trading firms about stablecoins.
Bank of England and FCA launch Digital Securities Sandbox
October 1, 2024
The regulatory sandbox aims to strengthen the United Kingdom’s position as a global financial hub.
Cointelegraph Editor Pick
Crypto hackers steal $750M in Q3 2024, as losses grow by 9.5% — CertiK
October 1, 2024
Q3 2024 saw a decline in the number of crypto hacks, but the value of assets stolen spiked, with $753 million lost across 155 incidents.
Hamster Kombat tappers evolve with Swipe-to-Earn + Axie Pals Tamagotchis: Web3 Gamer
October 1, 2024
Hamster Kombat is “lighthearted and fun” but tap-to-earn gameplay is evolving; gamers playing 80-hrs a week to win a $100K prize: Web3 Gamer.
3 signs that Bitcoin’s Q3 close was bullish
October 1, 2024
Bitcoin may not be embracing “Uptober” with a bang, but there are plenty of reasons to be bullish on BTC price performance.
NFT sales plummet to lowest monthly volume since 2021 — CryptoSlam
September 30, 2024
NFT transactions dropped 32% from 7.3 million in August to 4.9 million in September.
FTX Token spikes 70% amid looming bankruptcy distributions
September 30, 2024
The native token of the bankrupt crypto exchange FTX has seen sharp bullish action amid looming bankruptcy distributions.
CoinDesk
Bitwise Takes a Step Toward XRP ETF
October 1, 2024
Crypto native asset manager Bitwise is moving toward creating an exchange-traded fund tracking XRP, the token closely associated with crypto company Ripple.
Tether's USDT Has Uses Beyond Crypto Markets, Trading: CEO Paolo Ardoino
October 1, 2024
Ardoino says there's more of a need for stablecoins outside the U.S., especially in countries with rampant inflation and shoddy financial infrastructure.
Diddy Hires Sam Bankman-Fried’s (New) Lawyer
October 1, 2024
Sean “Diddy” Combs has hired Sam Bankman-Fried’s lawyer, Alexandra Shapiro, to appeal a New York judge’s decision to keep him locked up while he awaits trial for racketeering and sex trafficking charges.
Robinhood Introduces Crypto Transfers in Europe as It Doubles Down on Expansion
October 1, 2024
Robinhood customers in the European Union can now transfer more than 20 cryptocurrencies, including include bitcoin, ether, solana and USD coin, in and out of the trading app.
Crypto Winter-Era Seed Startups Mostly Persist Despite Tumult and Crisis
October 1, 2024
But fundraising difficulties and product-market-fit issues may imperil their future, according to a report from Lattice VC.
Bitcoin Crumbles to $60K, Giving Up Most Post-Fed Rate Cut Gains
October 1, 2024
The S&P 500 and the Nasdaq also fell on a report that Iran was preparing an imminent missile attack on Israel.
How the Crypto Retail Market Has Changed
October 1, 2024
Retail investors may not be as plentiful in the current cycle, but they've become increasingly sophisticated, says CoinDesk analyst James Van Straten.
Bitcoin Bull Run in Question as Balances on OTC Desks Rise to 410K
October 1, 2024
Approximately 200,000 bitcoin have been transferred to OTC desks in the past five months.
CoinDesk 20 Performance Update: APT Gains 5%, With Most Index Constituents Rising
October 1, 2024
Uniswap was also a top performer, gaining 2.9%.
'Is Daddy on the Airplane?' Jailed Binance Exec Gambaryan Family’s Ordeal in New Podcast
October 1, 2024
“Is Daddy on the airplane?” my son asked. Yuki Gambaryan, the wife of Binance executive Tigran Gambaryan, who is jailed in Nigeria tells of her family’s ordeal in a new podcast, “Designated.”
How DAO Crowdfunding Could Revolutionize Sports
October 1, 2024
Crowdsourced strategies can introduce a diversity of perspectives, leading to more innovative and adaptable game plans, writes a high school senior and sports fanatic.
First Mover Americas: BTC Is Little Changed Following Muted Asia Trading
October 1, 2024
The latest price moves in bitcoin (BTC) and crypto markets in context for Oct. 1 2024. First Mover is CoinDesk’s daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets.
Bitcoin Mining Profitability Fell for Third Straight Month in September: JPMorgan
October 1, 2024
Daily block reward gross profit fell to the lowest "on recent record" last month, the report said.
Open Interest in XRP Zooms to $1B as Ripple Tests RLUSD Stablecoin
October 1, 2024
Recent activities include minting significant amounts of RLUSD, suggesting the testing phase might be wrapping up or moving into a more active phase of development.
U.S. Judge Sides With SEC in Case Against Crypto Wallet Rivetz Over Sale of Unregistered Securities
October 1, 2024
United States District Judge Mark Mastroianni granted the SEC's motion for a summary judgement.
Bitcoin Retail Inflows Hold Steady as Whales Pile In at Start of Historically Bullish October
October 1, 2024
Data from crypto exchanges OKX and Binance, popular among retail market participants, show minimal activity compared to bull markets in 2021 and 2022, and even lesser than the bear market of 2019 to 2020.
Bitcoin $100K Bullish Bet Draws Nearly $1B Open Interest on Deribit
October 1, 2024
The $100,000 call is the most popular bitcoin option on Deribit.
Metaplanet Buys Another 107 Bitcoin, Pushing Stock-BTC Ratio to 20%
October 1, 2024
The firm now holds over 500 bitcoin after a first tranche of purchases in April.
Cryptocurrencies Continue to Outperform the Stock Market: Canaccord
October 1, 2024
If bitcoin follows historical patterns post halving a rally could start between now and April, the broker said.
FTX Dotcom Creditors Vote Massively in Favor of Reorganizing Plan
October 1, 2024
Over 94% of creditors voted in favor of the plan, which promises to return 118% of their claims in cash.
