Recent findings from Animoca Research shed light on a rather disheartening trend in the cryptocurrency market. From January to September 2023, a substantial number of tokens listed across five major exchanges—Binance, Bitget, Bybit, KuCoin, and OKX—suffered considerable losses, with median performance plummeting between 40% and 70%. This analysis covered a total of 773 token listings,
In recent developments, Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, has set its sights on enhancing user experience by leveraging the advanced technologies offered by Amazon Web Services (AWS). This initiative is part of Binance’s broader strategy to merge blockchain technology with cloud computing, reflecting an important step towards the digital transformation that
The recent fluctuations in Bitcoin’s price have sparked a frenzy of discussions among analysts and traders alike. Following a remarkable rise to $73,600—a peak that was tantalizingly close to an all-time high—Bitcoin has settled around $72,200. This impressive performance has not gone unnoticed; industry players are optimistic about an impending price surge, prompting forecasts that
On Wednesday, Ethereum (ETH) saw a remarkable upturn, climbing above the $2,700 threshold, a significant milestone not reached for over a week. This resurgence has ignited a wave of optimism among cryptocurrency analysts, with many expressing bullish sentiments about Ethereum potentially breaching the $3,000 barrier in the near future. The rise was not just a
On October 29, Visa announced a groundbreaking partnership with Coinbase, marking a significant advancement in the integration of traditional banking with cryptocurrency services. This collaboration allows for real-time money movement, leveraging the power of Visa Direct to create seamless transactions between fiat and digital assets. This evolution promises to bring convenience and efficiency to Coinbase
The recent downfall of FTX, once a giant in the cryptocurrency exchange landscape, has left a trail of financial devastation and legal intrigue. As the company seeks to recover assets to compensate its creditors, attention has pivoted towards former engineering director, Nishad Singh. His unique position within the company and his subsequent plea of guilty
On October 30, Kraken, one of the leading cryptocurrency exchanges, announced a significant restructuring initiative that involved layoffs impacting 15% of its workforce. This development comes on the heels of a previous wave of job cuts in November 2022, when the company slashed approximately 30% of its workforce, amounting to 1,100 employees. The recurring theme
As we stand on the cusp of an invigorated cryptocurrency landscape, Bitcoin is once again making headlines, nearing its all-time highs and leading many investors to speculate about an imminent breakout across various digital assets. Among the cryptocurrencies capturing attention is Cardano (ADA), which finds itself at a crucial crossroads. The price trends of ADA
Bitcoin (BTC), the flagship cryptocurrency, is currently at a pivotal moment in its market evolution. Expert analysis suggests that we may be on the brink of a significant bull run, with predictions of Bitcoin prices soaring as high as $133,000. Crypto analyst Tony Severino emphasizes that BTC’s price trajectory is closely aligning with historical trends
The Bank for International Settlements (BIS) has initiated a groundbreaking initiative called Project Mandala in collaboration with several central banks, including those from Australia, Korea, Malaysia, and Singapore. Announced in an October statement, this project aims to address the multifaceted regulatory challenges that arise during cross-border transactions. As globalization tightens its grip on financial systems,
