Ryan Selkis Steps Down from Messari Ryan Selkis, the co-founder of blockchain analytics firm Messari, resigned as CEO on Friday following a series of politically charged tweets. Selkis, who had become a prominent figure in the crypto industry, announced his decision after facing backlash for his support of former President Donald Trump. Despite stepping down,…
Haruko, a prominent player in the cryptocurrency and blockchain industry, has successfully raised $6 million in a new funding round to support its ambitious growth plans in Asia. This significant investment will enable Haruko to expand its operations and capitalize on the rapidly growing interest in digital assets across the region. Haruko’s Expansion Strategy The…
Germany’s recent decision to liquidate $28 billion worth of Bitcoin has raised eyebrows in the crypto community and sparked debates over the legal and economic implications of such a massive market intervention. This article delves into the details of Germany’s move, the legal justifications, and its impact on the Bitcoin market. The Bitcoin Liquidation Move…
In a groundbreaking move within the cryptocurrency space, Kraken, one of the largest crypto exchanges, has paid Dave Portnoy in Bitcoin for a sponsorship deal. This development highlights the growing acceptance and use of cryptocurrencies in mainstream media and business. Kraken’s Innovative Sponsorship Deal Kraken’s decision to pay Dave Portnoy, the founder of Barstool Sports,…
Crypto exchange WazirX has been hit by a wave of suspicious withdrawals totaling $230 million, with a significant portion involving the SHIB token. This development has raised concerns in the cryptocurrency community about the security and integrity of digital asset exchanges. Large Suspicious Withdrawals in SHIB Token WazirX, a prominent crypto exchange, recently reported suspicious…
Bankrupt crypto lender BlockFi is set to commence its first interim crypto distributions through Coinbase (NASDAQ:COIN) in July 2024. This move marks a significant step towards recovery for BlockFi and its customers following the fallout from the collapse of the FTX exchange. BlockFi’s Journey Through Bankruptcy BlockFi was one of the initial victims of the…
The financial world is undergoing a significant transformation as traditional finance converges with blockchain technology. Ripple, a leading company in the blockchain space, is at the forefront of this change. The company’s efforts in simplifying blockchain aim to make this innovative technology accessible and practical for everyone, regardless of their familiarity with digital assets. Bridging…
Inflows into all 11 spot Bitcoin ETFs have surpassed $1 billion over the past three days, marking a remarkable milestone in the cryptocurrency market. Since their launch earlier this year, these ETFs have accumulated lifetime inflows of $17 billion. On July 16th alone, Bitcoin ETFs saw $420 million in inflows, reaching a six-week high according…
Gods Unchained, a popular Immutable-based NFT collection, has made headlines by leading CryptoSlam’s NFT sales board on Tuesday, achieving a remarkable $930,439 in sales within a single day. This significant surge, encompassing 7,833 transactions, has propelled Gods Unchained’s all-time sales volume to the 16th spot on the leaderboard, just behind Bored Ape Kennel Club. Record-Breaking…
Andrew Tate, currently facing human sex trafficking and rape charges, has launched a Solana-based memecoin named DADDY while awaiting trial outside Romania. This move, announced through a confident declaration on X, signals his intent to leverage the global stage to promote his cryptocurrency. Celebrity Endorsements and Memecoins Tate is not alone in using memecoins to…