Worldcoin, a digital identity project, has gained significant popularity in Argentina, with 9,500 Argentinians verifying their World ID on the platform within a day. The project’s success can be attributed to Argentina’s crypto-forward attitude and the unstable state of its economy. However, Worldcoin currently faces regulatory investigations in various jurisdictions, raising concerns about its data
Grayscale’s recent legal triumph against the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has ignited a surge in the cryptocurrency market. The landmark court victory has not only propelled Bitcoin’s price to reach $28,000 for the first time since mid-August but has also triggered an uptick in trading volumes across various cryptocurrencies. Santiment, a leading
Ripple’s token price is currently facing significant bearish signs, struggling to recover above $0.540 and $0.550 against the US dollar. The price is now trading below $0.550, and there is a major bearish trend line forming with resistance near $0.540 on the 4-hour chart of the XRP/USD pair. Moreover, if the price breaks below $0.500,
A recent dismissal order by a United States District Court judge has sparked discussions about the legal classification of Ether (ETH). The judge, Katherine Polk Failla, referred to ETH as a commodity while dismissing a class action lawsuit against the decentralized exchange Uniswap. This decision raises important questions about the regulatory framework surrounding cryptocurrencies. Evaluating
GMX, a decentralized perpetual exchange, launched on Arbitrum in September 2021, making a significant impact on the DeFi community. Its unique features, such as being the first DEX and perpetual market on the Arbitrum ecosystem, and a shared liquidity pool system, attracted attention and contributed to its rapid growth. Within a month, GMX’s total value
Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chairman Gary Gensler is set to testify before Congress twice this September, facing questions about the SEC’s approach to digital asset regulation. This comes amidst a wave of criticism and accusations from lawmakers, particularly Republicans, regarding the lack of explicit guidelines for cryptocurrencies falling under the SEC’s jurisdiction. One of
On-chain data suggests that Bitcoin might face a significant resistance level at $28,100, based on historical patterns. Analyzing the realized price of short-term holders (STHs), it becomes evident that when the BTC spot price approaches this level, it sets the tone for the future trend of the cryptocurrency. This article delves into the potential implications
In a recent letter to U.S. District Judge Lewis A. Kaplan, attorneys for FTX founder Samuel Bankman-Fried argued that their client’s constitutional rights were being violated due to the lack of adequate access to evidence against him. Federal prosecutors had proposed providing Bankman-Fried with an offline laptop and limited internet access inside a courthouse cellblock,
Hong Kong has taken a significant step towards fostering a regulated and favorable environment for cryptocurrency trading. With the recent launch of retail trading services by HashKey Exchange, cryptocurrency traders in Hong Kong now have access to a locally based exchange. This move comes after HashKey was granted Type 1 and Type 7 licenses by
In a recent filing, U.S. prosecutors addressed the complaints raised by former FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried and his legal team regarding the government’s handling of discovery materials. Bankman-Fried had objected to the timing and volume of the materials provided, citing his inability to review them due to his imprisonment. This article critically examines the prosecutors’
