The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on Friday asked for additional public feedback on a proposal to list a spot bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF), likely delaying any decision on the high-profile applications. SEC Seeks Public Opinion on Spot Bitcoin ETF The SEC put out a 34-page request for comment on the Ark Invest and…
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Chainlink declined from a recent two-week high on Thursday, as market uncertainty rose around the latest U.S. inflation report. As consumer prices rose to a reading of 3.2% in July, traders so far seem unsure on how to process this data. XRP fell by nearly 5% today. Chainlink (LINK) Chainlink (LINK) was back in the…
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The Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) of Hong Kong has issued a warning to unlicensed providers of crypto trading services. Concerned about their engagement in “improper practices,” the regulator also said investors should be aware that some of these platforms may never actually apply for or obtain a license. Hong Kong’s SFC Threatens Crypto Exchanges…
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Bitcoin retreated from a recent high on Thursday, in light of a much anticipated inflation report from the United States. The consumer price index rose to an annual rate of 3.2% last month, with core inflation falling to 4.7%. Ethereum also slipped into the red. Bitcoin Bitcoin (BTC) gave up recent gains on Thursday, as…
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Bitcoin-friendly mobile top-up platform Bitrefill announced support for eSIM purchases with a number of cryptocurrencies. The service will allow travelers to have access to fast internet in different countries around the world after buying prepaid data plans using their digital coins. You Can Now Buy eSIM Cards From Bitrefill Using Your Crypto Wallet Bitrefill, a…
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The United States Federal Reserve announced on Tuesday an enhanced oversight program concerning lenders’ interactions with cryptocurrencies. This decision follows a string of measures from U.S. regulators designed to curtail banks’ direct involvement in cryptocurrencies. In light of this macroeconomic development, what are the best cryptos to buy now?… Read More: Best Crypto to Buy…
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Shiba inu rose by as much as 10% during today’s session, as bullish sentiment returned to cryptocurrency markets. The meme coin climbed to its highest point this week, with the global crypto market cap up nearly 2% as of writing. Solana was another big gainer, hitting a ten-day high on Wednesday. Shiba Inu (SHIB) Shiba…
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Trading will soon be halted for several popular cryptocurrencies on the Bitstamp exchange for users in the United States. Starting August 29, 2023, the exchange will suspend trading for AXS, CHZ, MANA, MATIC, NEAR, SAND and SOL for U.S. customers, canceling all existing orders for those assets. After this deadline, U.S.-based Bitstamp users will no…
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Bitcoin moved above $30,000 late on Tuesday, as markets reacted to the news that rating agency Moody’s had downgraded several U.S. banks. The list includes State Street, Northern Trust, and Bank of New York Mellon. Ethereum was marginally higher. Bitcoin Bitcoin (BTC) briefly rose back above the $30,000 level late last night, as markets reacted…
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Officials in law enforcement from Lethbridge, situated in the province of Alberta, Canada, have unveiled that the Lethbridge Police Service (LPS) is now utilizing Chainalysis blockchain forensics software. According to local reports, LPS has acquired the capacity to trace cryptocurrency transactions, enabling them to ascertain the locations where the funds have been deposited. Lethbridge Police…
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