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Bitcoin network overtakes PayPal in quarterly volume
'A conservative estimate of 2026 for bitcoin to grow to the scale of a network like Mastercard or Visa, may not be so overoptimistic', says analyst.
Bukele says El Salvador 'bought the dip' and purchased 100 extra bitcoins | Reuters
El Salvador President Nayib Bukele on Friday said his country had bought an additional 100 bitcoins after the digital currency declined in value, building on the country's cryptocurrency stake despite vast criticism about the government's strategy.
Bitcoin Whale Accumulates BTC 6,770, Worth $384 Million, in Less Than Two Weeks
In a matter of two weeks, one of the largest BTC whales has accumulated more than 6,770 coins as the price of the asset has declined by more than 10 percent in the same timeframe.
Two Bitcoin funds launched in Singapore by MAS-regulated fund manager
Fintonia Group, a Singapore-based fund manager regulated by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), has launched two institutional-grade Bitcoin (BTC) funds, including a physically backed one.
"I’m still very bullish" on a pure-play bitcoin ETF in early 2022, Gemini executive says
A pure-play bitcoin exchange-traded fund may not be as far off as some think, according to one cryptocurrency executive. With its approval of three bitcoin futures ETFs, the Securities and Exchange Commission signalled that it is embracing crypto as an investable asset class, Gemini's David Abner told CNBC’s "ETF Edge" this week.
Jerome Powell Could Slow Down The Cryptocurrency Industry, Mike Novogratz Says
Mike Novogratz believes that Jerome Powell's policies could slow down the cryptocurrency markets, the Nasdaq and "all assets".
Ethereum is a better bet than bitcoin, JPMorgan says
One of the reasons for investors to place their faith in Ethereum (ether) over bitcoin is the utility that its underlying technology offers, a recent research note from JPMorgan claimed.
Cardano, Tron sink as Etoro slaps limits on both, citing 'evolving' cryptocurrency debate
The online trading platform, Etoro, said yesterday evening it cease the option for U.S. customers to buy or stake the cryptocurrencies Cardano (ADA) and TRON (TRX) on their platform.
Ripple to Develop Cryptocurrency Strategy for Republic of Palau
After partnering with Bhutan's central bank in September, Ripple has also scored a deal with the Republic of Palau.
India to ban almost all private cryptocurrencies including Bitcoin in new clampdown
Such a pre-verification approach would create obstacles for thousands of peer-to-peer currencies that thrive on being outside the ambit of regulatory scrutiny.
Did the Bitcoin and Ethereum Bubble Burst Just Signal a Crypto Market Top?
Crypto markets are slipping, but that doesn't mean it's time to sell.
TIME Magazine will hold ether on its balance sheet as part of a deal for a metaverse newsletter with Galaxy Digital
TIME Magazine will buy ether and produce metaverse-related content under a partnership with Galaxy Digital. The 98-year-old publication will add the cryptocurrency to its holdings for the first time.
Crypto Markets Shed Billions Overnight - Analyst Says 'Drawdown Normal' and 'Bull Market Structure Still Intact'
After the steep fall, Bitcoin's price has recovered some losses, rising back above the $60K range, and has started to show consolidation.
Federal Reserve Governors Don't See Reason to Issue Central Bank Digital Currency
At least three Federal Reserve governors have said that they do not see a reason for the Fed to issue a central bank digital currency (CBDC).
Satoshi Nakamoto: Florida court could soon reveal true identity of mysterious bitcoin creatordent
David Kleiman's family claims he and programmer Craig Wright used the Nakamoto pseudonym.
Pure-play bitcoin ETF unlikely to win approval until 2022 or later
Exchange-traded funds backed by the cryptocurrency itself are likely a long way off after the Securities and Exchange Commission's latest rejection, two market analysts told CNBC’s "ETF Edge" on Monday.
16% of Americans say they have invested in, traded or used cryptocurrency
The vast majority of U.S. adults have heard at least a little about cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin or Ether.
SEC Rejects VanEck's Spot Bitcoin ETF Proposal
The decision did not come as a surprise given SEC chair Gary Gensler's preference for a bitcoin futures ETF.
Bitcoin's Taproot Upgrade Should Occur On Saturday
Bitcoin's long-awaited Taproot update will occur in the coming days, with most sites suggesting Saturday as its activation date.
Another Bitcoin Futures ETF Bites the Dust
Bitwise Asset Management late Wednesday withdrew its proposal to roll out a bitcoin ETF this month, the company said in a regulatory filing.
Swiss Central Bank Ready to Run With wCBDC in January: ‘Just Takes a Policy Decision’
SNB has completed testing of a wholesale CBDC with Swiss exchange SDX, and is technically ready to go live, according to governing board member Thomas Moser.
Zimbabwe is looking at adopting cryptocurrency as legal payment, top government official says
The government is talking to businesses for their views as it tries to develop policies around crypto.
BlockFi files for physically-backed Bitcoin ETF
The Securities and Exchange Commission is scheduled to rule on another spot Bitcoin ETF application from VanEck by Nov. 14.
Cryptocurrency regulation around the world
Let’s look at cryptocurrency regulations in major economies and groupings and see how India really compares.
Crypto World Hits $3 Trillion Market Cap as Ether, Bitcoin Gain
Binance Coin, Solana have advanced more than 20% in seven days. Value of crypto universe has about quadrupled in 2021.