Binance, the largest cryptocurrency exchange, has recently announced that it will start monitoring ten new projects, including privacy blockchains like Monero, Firo, Mobilecoin, and Zcash. Binance reported that these projects might be delisted in the future, failing to meet the criteria required by the exchange to keep being traded on its platform. Binance Might Delist…
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Per data analysis, decentralized exchange (dex) platforms nearly reached a trillion dollars in trading volume, posting $960.69 billion over the past year. Moreover, dex activity in December exceeded the previous 2023 high of $132.26 billion, concluding the month with $135.86 billion in finalized swaps. Dex Platforms Rise to Near Trillion-Dollar Trading Volume in 2023 In…
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Crypto exchange Coinbase says that it has “extensively prepared” for spot bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) approvals by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Most spot bitcoin ETF applicants have named the Nasdaq-listed crypto platform as the custodian for their bitcoin. Coinbase Gets Ready for Spot Bitcoin ETF Launches As the deadline approaches for the…
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The Seychelles crypto exchange MEXC has rejected claims it is unilaterally freezing users’ accounts or “wiping” out their profits. The MEXC team said it opposes ongoing attempts to defame its name and may resort to taking legal action. Baseless Claims The Seychelles-based cryptocurrency exchange, MEXC, has described allegations that it is unilaterally freezing users’ accounts…
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Crypto exchange Coinbase is winding down Givecrypto, a nonprofit set up to provide crypto to those in need. “Over the years, Givecrypto distributed cryptocurrency to thousands of individuals in need,” Coinbase said. However, the exchange admitted: “We were unable to create lasting change purely through unconditional cash transfers.” Coinbase Drops Givecrypto Cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase (Nasdaq:…
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Coinbase International is launching spot crypto trading for non-U.S. customers. “The launch and expansion of spot trading on Coinbase International Exchange will occur over several phases,” Coinbase detailed. “Our primary focus at the outset will be to build liquidity and create a robust foundation. In the coming months, we plan to expand the product to…
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On Dec. 4, 2023, the amount of bitcoin stored on centralized cryptocurrency exchanges hit a low of 2,001,259. However, recent data indicates that within a span of less than a week, exchanges have seen an influx of 21,436 bitcoin, valued at approximately $928 million. Moreover, more than 60% of this newly deposited bitcoin was transferred…
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Financial services firm Robinhood has announced the launch of crypto trading in the European Union. “Like we did with the stock market, it’s our goal to make crypto more accessible and affordable to everyone, regardless of where they live,” the company explained. Robinhood Expands Crypto Trading Services Financial services firm Robinhood launched its crypto trading…
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Two South African crypto platforms and an Austria-based digital asset platform have joined forces to launch a new alternative investment platform called Altify. The goal of the new outfit is to enable South African investors, particularly the younger ones, to harness the power of alternative investments. Alternative Investment Opportunities a Preserve for the Wealthy Two…
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Dunamu, the operator of the South Korean crypto exchange Upbit, recently said it had realized an operating profit amounting to $79 million in the third quarter of 2023. Virtual asset valuation losses contributed to the 81.6% drop in the operator’s net profit for the period. Operating Profit Down by Nearly 40% In the third quarter…
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