Bitcoin made an ambitious move towards the $43,000 mark over the weekend but fell short, ultimately settling around $42,000. While the primary digital asset experienced a slight dip in price, altcoins such as Shiba Inu and Internet Computer managed to secure notable gains. This fluctuation in the market highlights the volatility that has come to
The price of Optimism’s native token, OP, has been facing challenges in maintaining its recent bullish momentum. Despite experiencing a significant rally, with the price going from a low of $1.2 to a high of nearly $2.5, the cryptocurrency has encountered a pullback. While OP has managed to retain a majority of its profits, it
In a recent letter addressed to Senator Cynthia M. Lummis and Congressman J. French Hill, Tether, the world’s largest stablecoin issuer, revealed that it had frozen 326 wallets containing $435 million worth of Tether (USDT) to assist law enforcement authorities in the United States. This move was in response to concerns raised by Lummis and
The cryptocurrency industry has long been plagued by the issue of hacking, with billions of dollars in digital assets being stolen annually. However, a recent research study conducted by TRM Labs has revealed a significant downturn in hack volumes in 2023. Compared to the previous year, there was a more than 50% reduction in the
Polygon (MATIC) has experienced a decline following Bitcoin’s pullback, which has led to a certain level of concern among investors. However, upon careful analysis, there are indications that MATIC could soon see an upward movement. Crypto analyst JB, in a video shared on the Cheeky Crypto YouTube Channel, pointed out that MATIC’s decline to a
Cryptocurrency exchange-traded funds (ETFs) are gaining significant attention this season as traditional finance companies are seeking regulatory approval to introduce more of these investment vehicles to the market. The latest player in this space is First Trust, an asset management firm looking to create a unique Bitcoin ETF. Unlike traditional spot products, First Trust aims
Tether, the company behind the largest stablecoin, has taken the initiative to address concerns raised by Senator Cynthia Lummis and Rep. French Hill regarding the alleged use of stablecoins in illicit activities such as funding terrorism and money laundering. The company has released two letters sent to the US Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and
As the crypto market prepares for the year 2024, Stu Alderoty, the chief legal officer of Ripple, a blockchain payment company, has shared three predictions on upcoming crypto regulations. These projections have the potential to impact investor confidence as the new year is expected to kickstart a new bull cycle, according to various analysts. In
Bitwise, a prominent crypto index fund manager, has made a bold prediction for Bitcoin’s future price, stating that it will surpass its current all-time high. The cryptocurrency has been experiencing a bullish sentiment, with its price doubling this year. Bitwise believes that this positive momentum will carry into the next year, as outlined in their
The price movement of OSMO has been nothing short of a rollercoaster ride, characterized by significant volatility. Over the course of the year, the cryptocurrency has predominantly experienced a bearish trend. However, the last three months have brought about a strong comeback for OSMO, indicating a phase of robust recovery. Traders are now presented with
