Tag: Crypto
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How To Track Whale Activity in Crypto
Introduction If you have ever seen crypto prices move suddenly and wondered what just happened, you are not alone. Large investors, known as whales, can move the market when they buy or sell big amounts of crypto. Many traders want to follow whale activity, but they feel confused. The tools look complex. The data feels…
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Kanye West Sparks Crypto Speculation With Cryptic Tweets
Rapper and music producer Kanye West has stirred speculation in the crypto community with a series of cryptic posts on X (formerly Twitter). One of his messages, posted on Friday, questioned the nature of wealth created through cryptocurrencies: “WHEN PEOPLE MAKE ALL THAT MONEY WITH A COIN IS THAT CASH OR CONCEPT.” The tweet, which…
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Crypto Firms Rally to Aid California Wildfire Relief Efforts
The Giving Block Launches $2 Million Fundraiser The Giving Block, known for facilitating cryptocurrency donations, has initiated an emergency fundraiser for victims of the California wildfires. The campaign aims to raise $2 million, with Shift4 CEO Jared Isaacman pledging to match up to $1 million in donations. Ben Pousty, COO of The Giving Block, emphasized…
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$1.6B in longs liquidated as altcoins crash
The cryptocurrency market faced a sharp downturn on December 9, 2024, with significant losses across major tokens and altcoins. Bitcoin dropped over 6% in value, reaching a low of $94,725. The total cryptocurrency market capitalization fell by 7%, settling around $3.58 trillion during the early hours of December 10 in Asia. Market Overview The altcoin…
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Crypto Exchange Volume Hits Three-Year High
November marked a milestone in cryptocurrency trading, with monthly exchange volumes soaring to $2.9 trillion, the highest level since May 2021. The surge, attributed to the U.S. election results and growing regulatory clarity, reflects increasing interest in digital assets worldwide. Election Results and Regulatory Optimism The U.S. election saw hundreds of pro-crypto candidates win congressional…
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Japanese leader to lower crypto taxes if elected
Yuichiro Tamaki, leader of Japan’s Democratic Party for the People (DPP), has pledged to lower taxes on cryptocurrency gains if elected. Tamaki’s plan proposes a flat 20% tax on crypto earnings, aligning it with stock market profits, instead of the current system where crypto is taxed as miscellaneous income. He called on voters through a…
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Crypto in different countries: Legal, Illegal , developments
Legality of crypto in different countries The adoption and legality of crypto in different countries has evolved significantly over the years. Since Bitcoin’s launch in 2009, its status has varied, influenced by how governments perceive the impact of digital assets on their economies and financial systems. In the beginning, crypto existed in a legal grey…
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The Potential of Blockchain Gaming : Top 10 Picks for 2025
The History Of Gaming : Introduction Throughout human history, gaming has been an intrinsic part of our evolution. It has served as a crucial outlet for recreation, learning, and social interaction. In the Stone Age, simple games and physical contests provided entertainment and skill-building. The fundamental human desire to play has remained constant. Games have…
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VISA and Mastercard Payments back on Binance
Binance, the leading cryptocurrency exchange globally, has reinstated the option for users to purchase cryptocurrencies using Mastercard. According to a June 6 post on X, Binance has resumed enabling cryptocurrency transactions via bank transfers with Mastercard debit and credit cards to ensure “smooth transactions.” On Binance’s platform, users can now utilize Mastercard for crypto purchases,…
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Coinbase Unveils Smart Wallet, Aiming to Bring 1 Billion Users to Crypto
In a move geared towards simplifying DeFi access, leading U.S. crypto exchange Coinbase has launched its highly anticipated Smart Wallet. Promising easy setup and gasless transactions, the wallet targets newcomers to the decentralized finance space. Siddharth Coelho-Prabhu, Coinbase’s senior director of product management, introduced the Smart Wallet in a recent blog post. He highlighted its…