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The Atlantic
1 month ago
Cryptocurrency

Sam Bankman-Fried's Dream Came True

The crypto industry is maturing as more regulations are enforced.
The downfall of a crypto mogul marks a shift towards a more mature industry. [ more ]
WIRED
3 months ago
Business

A Last-Ditch Plan to Save the Crypto Industry

Blockchain technology is morally neutral and should not be judged solely based on the negative aspects of the cryptocurrency industry.
Chris Dixon argues that regulators should distinguish between misuse of blockchain and productive experimentation to harness its potential benefits. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
5 months ago
Tech industry

The Power Vacuum at the Top of the Crypto Industry

The cryptocurrency industry is experiencing a surge in optimism and renewed interest from major financial firms.
The founder of FTX crypto exchange, Sam Bankman-Fried, and the former CEO of Binance, Changpeng Zhao, both face legal troubles. [ more ]
Above the Law
5 months ago
Cryptocurrency

Finance Docket: Crypto's Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad, Actually Kind Of Hopeful For The Future Month

Despite recent negative headlines, the Binance settlement may actually benefit the cryptocurrency industry
The centralized nature of the industry gives governments leverage to regulate and drive crypto into more controlled waters. [ more ]
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www.nytimes.com
3 months ago
Tech industry

Is Cryptocurrency Like Stocks and Bonds? Courts Move Closer to an Answer.

The legal battles between the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and crypto companies could determine the future of the multitrillion-dollar crypto industry in the US.
The outcome of the lawsuits against crypto exchanges Coinbase and Binance will be key in defining the regulatory framework for digital currencies in the US. [ more ]
Coindesk
4 months ago
Cryptocurrency

Gary Gensler Voted to Approve Bitcoin ETFs, Despite Public Criticism

SEC chairman Gary Gensler was one of three members who approved the filings for the first-ever spot bitcoin ETF.
Commissioners Caroline Crenshaw and Jaime Lizárraga voted against the plans. [ more ]
Coindesk
4 months ago
Cryptocurrency

Grayscale Claims Bragging Rights for First Spot Bitcoin ETF to Trade

Grayscale's GBTC became the first spot bitcoin ETF to begin trading after receiving approval from the SEC.
The approval of GBTC and other spot bitcoin ETFs marks a historic milestone for the cryptocurrency industry. [ more ]
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Coindesk
5 months ago
Cryptocurrency

U.S. Crypto Lobbying on Course for Record Spend This Year

U.S. lobbying spending by the cryptocurrency industry is set to reach a record high this year.
Crypto companies have spent $18.96 million on lobbying by the end of Q3 2021, up from $16.1 million in the same period last year.
Coinbase is the biggest spender, followed by Crypto.com owner Foris DAX, Binance, and the Blockchain Association. [ more ]
Cointelegraph
5 months ago
Cryptocurrency

Bitcoin supercycle 2024: Is this the cycle to end them all?

Bitcoin's halving cycle and other factors contribute to the boom-and-bust cycle of the blockchain and cryptocurrency industry.
The concept of a 'supercycle' suggests that increased adoption, scarcity, and institutional support could lead Bitcoin to new all-time highs without further downside.
Despite increased adoption, network growth, and institutional support, Bitcoin fell from its all-time high at the end of 2021, leading to a crypto winter. [ more ]
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Coindesk
1 week ago
Information security

Crypto Now Has a 'Neighborhood Watch' to Guard Against Hacks

The cryptocurrency industry has established Crypto ISAC, led by cybersecurity veteran Justine Bone, to enhance cybersecurity measures and information sharing. [ more ]
Coindesk
1 week ago
Cryptocurrency

Shouldn't All These Crypto Lawyers Start Learning About Crypto?

Legal professionals in the cryptocurrency industry must deeply understand the technology to effectively represent clients and navigate regulatory challenges. [ more ]
Coindesk
1 week ago
Cryptocurrency

Jack Dorsey Says Bitcoin Price Will Go Beyond $1 Million in 2030

Jack Dorsey predicts bitcoin could reach over $1 million by 2030. [ more ]
Coindesk
2 days ago
Cryptocurrency

The Protocol: Lido Backers vs EigenLayer

Meme coins are being considered as an investable asset class, with a growing industry promoting them. [ more ]
London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
4 weeks ago
Cryptocurrency

Bitcoin mining profitability plummets by 75%

Bitcoin mining profits have decreased by 75% in the last three years due to various factors like halvings and increasing costs. [ more ]
Coindesk
1 month ago
Cryptocurrency

VanEck CEO Says Transaction Fee Is Bigger Story Than Bitcoin or Ethereum ETFs

Transaction fees are a crucial focus in the cryptocurrency industry for building applications.
Solana and layer 2 solutions offer lower and more predictable transaction costs compared to Bitcoin and Ethereum. [ more ]
Coindesk
1 month ago
Cryptocurrency

12 Future Bitcoin Scenarios: From Bullish to Bearish

Bitcoin's evolution and the industry landscape have transformed significantly over the past few years.
The future scenarios for Bitcoin, from bullish to bearish, are being reevaluated amidst the fourth halving event in April 2024. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 months ago
Business

The Big Number: $68,789

Bitcoin price nearing previous high of $68,789.63. E.T.F. approval boosts investor enthusiasm. [ more ]
POLITICO
3 months ago
US Elections

Crypto attorney weighs challenging Warren

The cryptocurrency industry is ramping up efforts to influence the 2024 elections.
A pro-crypto Republican is running to challenge Senate Banking Chair Sherrod Brown in Ohio. [ more ]
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