Category Archives: Blockchain

POPCAT rally cools, WYAC and PHIL meme coins pump double digits

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As Bitcoin continues its rally, surpassing $68,000, several meme coins have also experienced a significant surge, with coins like Woman Yelling At Cat, Settled EthXY Token, and Phili Inu spiking by double digits. According to CoinMarketCap, the global cryptocurrency market has begun to recover from last week’s dip. The total market capitalization has increased to […]

NYSE, CBOE set to list Bitcoin ETF options following SEC approval

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The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has granted “accelerated approval” for Bitcoin options exchange-traded funds (ETFs) to be listed on both the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and the Chicago Board Options Exchange (CBOE). According to filings on October 18, the SEC has authorized these exchanges to list and trade options on Bitcoin ETFs, […]

Ecosystem growth fuels Ethena rally, analysts eye 65% upside ahead

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Ethena (ENA) has recently broken out of a rare bullish pattern on its one-day chart, signaling potential gains of over 65% from its current price levels. Over the past seven days, Ethena, which is well-known for its USDe stablecoin, has seen a 24.4% price increase. On October 14, its market cap surpassed the $1 billion […]

NFT sales surge to $93m, Ethereum network dethrones Bitcoin

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Weekly non-fungible token (NFT) sales volume has experienced a notable surge of 22.5%, reaching $93 million, according to the latest data. As the broader crypto market shows early signs of recovery, the NFT sector is seeing positive momentum, with several key metrics on the rise. Here’s a quick snapshot: NFT sales volume increased to $93 […]

Bitcoin ETFs surpass $2.1b weekly inflows, whale accumulation mirrors 2020 rally

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Spot Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) inflows surged more than 580% this week, with one analyst noting that the pace of accumulation by large investors, or “whales,” is reminiscent of the lead-up to the 2020 Bitcoin rally. Over the past week, a total of $2.13 billion flowed into 12 different spot Bitcoin ETFs, marking the first […]

Pi Network Mainnet Launch Preparation with Pi Node Version 0.5.0

Pi Network Mainnet Launch Preparation with Pi Node Version 0.5.0

Pi Network Gears Up for Mainnet Launch with Node Version 0.5.0 Pi Network is taking important steps toward its highly anticipated mainnet launch with the introduction of Node Version 0.5.0. This pivotal update aims to boost network decentralization and ensure a seamless transition to the mainnet, harnessing the power of over 200,000 active nodes to […]

What will it take to accomplish real blockchain interoperability? | Opinion

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Blockchain interoperability has been a key focus and buzzword in the crypto and Web3 space for several years. Despite the development of various platforms, protocols, and projects aimed at bridging the gaps between different blockchain ecosystems, achieving seamless inter-blockchain communication remains a challenge. While recent volatility in cryptocurrency prices has raised concerns, the foundational technologies […]

Germany should buy Bitcoin as a strategic reserve: Samson Mow

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Samson Mow, CEO of the Bitcoin technology company Jan3, has publicly urged Germany to adopt Bitcoin as part of its national strategic reserves. During a recent appearance at the German Bundestag, Mow shared his vision for Bitcoin strategies in nation-states, advocating for Germany to acquire 281,267 BTC for its strategic reserves. “I hope that Germany […]

DBS Bank rolls out new ‘Token Services’ for blockchain banking

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DBS Bank has launched DBS Token Services, a blockchain-powered solution aimed at simplifying institutional banking operations. According to a DBS press release, the new service will combine the bank’s Ethereum-compatible permissioned blockchain (with an ETH 0.21% focus), its primary payment engine, and various industry-specific payment networks. Real-time payments via the blockchain Smart contracts allow institutions […]

Gold hits new all-time-high at $2,700 amidst bullish Bitcoin

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Gold has surged more than 2% over the past week, reaching a new all-time high of $2,700 per ounce on October 18. This increase is driven by growing demand for safe-haven assets, particularly amid fears of geopolitical instability and expectations of interest rate cuts by central banks. The European Central Bank has reduced rates three […]