BRICS will prioritize alternative payment systems in 2025, aiming to reduce reliance on the U.S. dollar and boost trade in local currencies under Brazil’s leadership. BRICS Prioritizes Alternative Payments in 2025 The development of alternative payment systems and reducing reliance on the U.S. dollar will be central to BRICS initiatives in 2025 as Brazil takes […]
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The Curious Case of Siqi Chen: Scammer or Saint?
The crypto community is split after a father launched his own token ZERO, mere days after raising millions via memecoins for research into craniopharyngioma – an incurable brain tumor that currently afflicts his daughter Mira. Mira’s Dad Faces Scathing Criticism For Launching ZERO Token Just a few days ago, Siqi Chen, co-founder of finance platform […]
Read More5th Largest Bank in Turkey to Launch Crypto Trading Service
Garanti BBVA Kripto will allow Garanti BBVA customers to buy and sell cryptocurrencies legally in Turkey. European Banks Expanding Services to Include Crypto Turkey’s fifth largest bank, Garanti BBVA is set to launch its crypto trading services for retail users via its crypto custody platform, Garanti BBVA Kripto. Owned by Spanish banking giant, Banco Bilbao […]
Read MoreBitcoin at 16: How Bitcoin Challenges Fiat’s Fragile Foundations
While many celebrate Bitcoin’s 16th anniversary it’s always a good idea to reflect on the fact that in contrast to fiat currency, bitcoin represents a fascinating attempt to anchor value in the immutable laws of cryptography, mathematics, and energy rather than the arbitrary decrees of governments. Fiat’s Illusion, Bitcoin’s Reality During its early years the […]
Read MoreRecord Figures for Crypto Airdrops With Almost $15 Billion Distributed in 2024
Airdrops are transforming blockchain engagement with almost $15 billion given to crypto users in 2024. Massive Surge in Rewards via Airdrops Airdrops have become highly valuable tools for marketing new crypto projects. According to an onchain analysis by Dropstab, a crypto aggregator, $14.91 billion was disbursed by various projects in 2024 to crypto users via […]
Read MoreIRS Crypto Tax Reporting Requirements Stir up Mass Confusion
Some in the crypto community assumed the IRS was backpedaling on reporting requirements, but all requirements are still firmly in place, the agency simply announced a grace period for exchanges to upgrade their technology. IRS Grants Crypto Exchanges More Time to Implement Platform Upgrades Confusion ran rampant on Thursday after several publications posted ambiguous headlines […]
Read MoreBTC and ETH Defy Expectations: Report Highlights Calm Markets Amid Year-End Options Expiry
A collaborative study from Bybit and Block Scholes provides an in-depth examination of bitcoin (BTC) and ether (ETH) derivatives, shedding light on market behavior during the pivotal 2024 year-end options expiration. Bitcoin and Ethereum Open Interest: Bybit and Block Scholes Report Highlights a Picture of Stability The Bybit and Block Scholes analysis shared with Bitcoin.com […]
Read MoreLightchain Presale Raises $8.5M, Poised to Rival Ethereum
PRESS RELEASE. The blockchain space heats up as Lightchain secures $8.5 million in its presale, setting the stage to disrupt the industry! With an ambitious vision and innovative technology, this rising contender is gearing up to compete with Ethereum and reshape the future of decentralized ecosystems. If you’ve been following blockchain’s evolution, you know how […]
Read MoreFrom Crypto to Wall Street: Crypto.com Takes on Stock Trading
According to the crypto firm Crypto.com, individuals in the United States can now trade stocks and exchange-traded funds (ETFs) on its platform. The service is gradually being introduced in Pennsylvania, Ohio, Washington, and Arizona, with plans to expand “across the country,” the company announced this week. Crypto.com Gradually Rolls out Stock Trading Feature Crypto.com is […]
Read MoreADA and DOGE Dominate as Crypto Economy Reaches $3.48T Ahead of Weekend
On Friday, Jan. 3, 2025, bitcoin’s valuation ascended decisively beyond the $98,000 mark, contributing to a 2.52% expansion in the broader cryptocurrency market over the preceding 24 hours. While bitcoin exhibited a notable advance, it was dogecoin (DOGE) and cardano (ADA) that emerged as the focal points among the top-tier digital assets. From Bitcoin to […]
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