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Finance

German Exchange Boerse Stuttgart Sees Crypto Trading Volume Triple in 2024

Boerse Stuttgart, a major European stock exchange group, is experiencing a surge in revenue thanks to its growing cryptocurrency business. The German exchange reported that its crypto trading volumes tripled in 2024, with digital assets now accounting for a significant 25% of its total revenue. This success story highlights the

Regulation

Thailand Weighs Bitcoin ETFs Amid Crypto Gambling Crackdown

Thailand is making waves in the cryptocurrency world, signaling a potential shift in its approach to digital assets. The country's Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is exploring the possibility of allowing spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) to be listed on local exchanges, a move that could significantly expand

Opinion

New Accounting Rules Make Bitcoin a Corporate Treasury Favorite

Bitcoin is no longer just a speculative asset for individual investors. According to Bitwise Chief Investment Officer Matthew Hougan, it's rapidly becoming a must-have for corporate balance sheets, a trend poised to reshape the crypto market in the coming year. Recent changes in accounting rules, coupled with decreasing

Regulation

Bitfinex Hack: U.S. Orders Return of $4 Billion in Bitcoin to Crypto Exchange

The U.S. government has filed a court document requesting the return of over 94,000 bitcoins stolen during the 2016 Bitfinex hack. The stolen cryptocurrency, valued at the time of the theft at approximately $71 million, is sought to be returned to the Bitfinex exchange by the convicted hackers,

Markets

AI Tokens Surge as Franklin Templeton Predicts AI Agent Revolution on Social Media

Artificial intelligence (AI) is poised to transform social media, and the crypto market is taking notice. A recent report from asset management giant Franklin Templeton has ignited a rally in AI-focused tokens, fueled by predictions that AI agents will revolutionize content creation and potentially launch their own brands, products, and

Regulation

Rep. Tom Emmer Named Vice Chair of Digital Assets Panel, Promises U.S. Crypto Leadership

Pro-crypto advocate Representative Tom Emmer (R-MN) has been appointed vice chair of the House Subcommittee on Digital Assets, Financial Technology, and Artificial Intelligence. The announcement, made by Committee Chairman French Hill, highlights a renewed focus on fostering U.S. leadership in digital innovation under the incoming Trump administration. Emmer’s

Markets

HashKey Group Forecasts Bitcoin to Surpass $300,000 in 2025 Amid Crypto Market Growth

Hong Kong-based digital asset firm HashKey Group has released its 2025 cryptocurrency predictions, with input from a community of 50,000 members. Leading these forecasts, HashKey anticipates Bitcoin to exceed $300,000 and Ethereum to rise above $8,000, contributing to a tripling of the total crypto market capitalization to

Markets

U.S. Inflation Shows Signs of Cooling, But Federal Reserve's Path Remains Unclear

December brought a slight easing in U.S. core inflation, the first slowdown in six months, offering a glimmer of hope for consumers and a complex puzzle for the Federal Reserve. While the data suggests some progress in the fight against rising prices, the central bank's next move

Regulation

Ripple Executives Slam SEC Over Appeal Timing Amid Leadership Transition

Ripple’s top executives have voiced frustration with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) decision to proceed with an appeal in their ongoing legal battle, despite the imminent resignation of SEC Chair Gary Gensler. The move comes just days before President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration, which is

Blockchain

Sidechains: Unlocking Scalability and Innovation in Blockchain Tech

Have you ever hit a traffic jam on the blockchain highway, frustrated by slow transaction times and high fees? This is a common experience in the world of rapidly growing cryptocurrencies, and it's precisely the problem that sidechains aim to solve. While they were once the go-to solution

Finance

Trump-Backed WLFI Shifts $61M Ethereum for Treasury Management

World Liberty Financial (WLFI), a cryptocurrency project backed by President-elect Donald Trump, has moved $61.4 million worth of Ethereum (ETH) in the past 24 hours, according to blockchain analytics firm Arkham Intelligence. The transfer, which included funds moved to Coinbase Prime and other wallets, has sparked speculation within the

Finance

Bank of England to Launch "Digital Pound Lab" for CBDC Exploration

The Bank of England (BoE) is taking a significant step forward in its exploration of a central bank digital currency (CBDC) with the planned launch of a "Digital Pound Lab" this year. This initiative, part of the ongoing design phase for a potential digital pound, aims to foster

Finance

Crypto Options Powerhouse Deribit Explores Potential Sale Amid Market Surge

Deribit, the world's leading platform for Bitcoin and Ether options trading, is reportedly exploring potential acquisition opportunities, signaling a flurry of activity in the cryptocurrency mergers and acquisitions (M&A) market. The Panama-based company, which has seen its trading volumes soar alongside the recent crypto market rally,

Security

US Court Demands SEC Justify Stance on Crypto Regulations, Coinbase Claims Win

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has been ordered by a federal court to provide a detailed explanation for its refusal to create specific regulations for the cryptocurrency industry. This decision, handed down by a three-judge panel of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit,

Finance

Bitcoin-Focused Sygnum Bank Hits Unicorn Status After $58M Raise

Sygnum Bank AG, a leading cryptocurrency-focused financial institution, has officially reached unicorn status, surpassing a $1 billion valuation after a successful $58 million equity funding round. The Swiss-based bank, which manages over $5 billion in client assets, plans to use the new capital to fuel its expansion in Europe and

Innovation

Nosana Launches Decentralized GPU Marketplace to Power AI Innovation

Nosana has officially launched its groundbreaking GPU marketplace, a decentralized platform designed to make artificial intelligence (AI) compute power more accessible and affordable. By connecting GPU owners with AI companies in need of resources, Nosana aims to democratize access to the computational power driving the AI revolution. The GPU Crunch:

Security

"Banshee" Malware Targets Mac Crypto Wallets, But Experts Question the Danger

A new type of malware targeting Mac users, dubbed "Banshee," recently made headlines for its ability to evade antivirus detection by mimicking Apple's own security tools. While the malware's tactics are clever, one Apple security expert suggests the threat may be overstated, sparking a

Opinion

Bitcoin Adoption Surges Past Internet & Mobile: BlackRock's IBIT Opens Doors

Bitcoin's adoption rate is shattering records, surpassing even the explosive growth of the internet and mobile phones, according to recent data. This rapid embrace of the world's leading cryptocurrency, now boasting a market capitalization near $2 trillion, underscores its potential as a global monetary alternative. BlackRock,

Regulation

Binance Faces Class-Action Lawsuit as Supreme Court Denies Appeal

Global cryptocurrency exchange Binance is facing a class-action lawsuit in the United States after the Supreme Court declined to review a lower court's decision. The lawsuit, brought by investors, alleges that Binance illegally sold unregistered securities. The Supreme Court's decision on January 13 allows the case

Cryptocurrency

Telegram-Linked TON Blockchain Eyes U.S. Expansion Amid Pro-Crypto Shift

The Open Network (TON) Blockchain, a project closely associated with Telegram Messenger, is gearing up for expansion in the United States. The TON Foundation, which oversees the blockchain, is optimistic about the incoming Trump administration's favorable stance on cryptocurrency, signaling a potential new era for the digital asset

Finance

Japanese Firm Remixpoint Adds to Bitcoin Reserves, Mirroring Global Trend

Remixpoint, a Tokyo-listed energy consulting firm, is making waves in the cryptocurrency world with its latest Bitcoin purchase. The company recently acquired an additional 33.34 BTC, worth approximately $3.2 million, bringing its total Bitcoin holdings to nearly $32 million. This move reflects a growing trend among corporations globally

Regulation

Robinhood Pays $45 Million to Settle SEC Charges Over Past Practices

Popular trading platform Robinhood has agreed to pay $45 million in penalties to settle a range of charges brought by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The settlement, announced on Monday, addresses past compliance failures at two of Robinhood's subsidiaries, Robinhood Securities LLC and Robinhood Financial

Markets

Bitcoin Rebounds as Investors Eye Key Inflation Data and Fed's Next Move

Bitcoin's price has bounced back, climbing above $96,000 after a recent dip, mirroring a cautious rally in global stock markets. Investors are now turning their attention to upcoming U.S. inflation data, which could provide crucial clues about the Federal Reserve's next interest rate decision

Innovation

Chainalysis Acquires AI Firm Alterya to Bolster Crypto Fraud Prevention

Blockchain forensics firm Chainalysis has acquired Alterya, an Israeli startup specializing in AI-powered fraud detection, in a move to enhance its ability to combat illicit transactions in the cryptocurrency space. This acquisition, valued at around $150 million according to Business Insider, signals Chainalysis's commitment to proactively preventing fraud

Finance

Italian Banking Giant Intesa Sanpaolo Makes First Direct Bitcoin Purchase

Intesa Sanpaolo, Italy's largest bank, has made its first direct purchase of Bitcoin, marking a significant step for a major European financial institution into the world of cryptocurrencies. The bank bought approximately 11 Bitcoin, worth around 1 million euros ($1 million), signaling a growing interest in digital assets