Coinbase to delist non-compliant stablecoins for EU clients over MiCA rules

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Coinbase is preparing to delist unauthorized stablecoins from its European platform by the end of the year, in compliance with upcoming MiCA regulations. The U.S.-based cryptocurrency exchange will remove all non-compliant stablecoins from its European operations as part of its effort to adhere to the European Union’s new crypto regulations, according to a report by […]

Ethereum’s identity crisis deepens as inflation returns, analyst warns

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Q3 presented a challenging environment for the crypto market, characterized by low on-chain fees, an increase in Bitcoin dominance, and Ethereum’s struggles with inflation and underperformance. As Ethereum shifts from a deflationary model to an inflationary one, concerns are growing about its role as a cryptocurrency, especially in the context of rising layer 2 solutions […]

DOJ, SEC show ‘strong interest’ in reviving Nvidia’s crypto-related fraud case

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The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) have urged the Supreme Court to proceed with the Nvidia securities fraud lawsuit, as outlined in an amicus brief submitted on October 2. U.S. Solicitor General Elizabeth Prelogar and SEC senior lawyer Theodore Weiman emphasized the importance of the case in relation […]

Monero eyes bullish rebound after 5% surge despite regulatory pressure

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Monero is beginning to show signs of recovery, with a 5% gain in the past 24 hours, making it one of the standout performers in the market. As of now, Monero (XMR) is trading at $146.63, boasting a market capitalization of $2.7 billion. This offers some respite to investors following a tumultuous start to October. […]

Pi Network Coin Worth Nothing? Think Again

Pi Network’s KYC process has successfully verified just 12 million of its reported 60 million users. Despite the inflation of Pi’s tokens doubling, a significant portion of coins remains locked, which limits the circulating supply. The network, which is built on Stellar, is progressing slowly but is prioritizing scalability and security in its development. While […]

Riot Platforms mined 412 Bitcoin in September

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Riot Platforms reported that it mined 412 Bitcoin in September, representing a 28% increase from the previous month. This uptick in production was attributed to enhanced operating capacity at their mining facilities located in Texas and Kentucky, as noted in a company press release. CEO Jason Les credited the growth to improved operational efficiency and […]

QCP: Crypto market weakness likely short-term

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Analysts believe that the recent geopolitical tensions in the Middle East will have a short-lived impact on Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. The selloff was triggered on October 1 when Iran launched ballistic missile attacks against Israel, causing Bitcoin (BTC) to drop alongside Ethereum (ETH) and major altcoins, with the overall crypto market declining by about […]

Ripple partners with Mercado Bitcoin to launch payments solution in Brazil

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Ripple has announced the launch of its payments solution in Brazil, following a partnership with Mercado Bitcoin, a leading crypto exchange. In an announcement on October 3, Ripple stated that Mercado Bitcoin will be the first platform to utilize Ripple Payments, which facilitates faster and more cost-effective cross-border transactions for businesses. This integration will provide […]

Bitcoin miner CleanSpark grew its hashrate by 187% over the past year

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CleanSpark has published its unaudited Bitcoin mining update, revealing a remarkable 187% increase in hashrate for the fiscal year ending September 2024. On October 3, the publicly-traded Bitcoin miner announced this significant growth alongside improvements in its treasury holdings and share price, despite the broader challenges facing the crypto industry due to geopolitical tensions in […]

Kraken launches Bermuda-based crypto derivatives venue

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Kraken has announced the launch of a new derivatives trading platform in Bermuda, following the acquisition of a digital asset business license from the Bermuda Monetary Authority. As a prominent global cryptocurrency exchange, Kraken’s expansion comes in response to heightened scrutiny from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, prompting many firms to explore offshore opportunities. […]