Cryptocurrency & Blockchain News

Reddit to Discontinue Its Collectible Avatar Creator Program and In-App Vault

Reddit is closing its Collectible Avatar Program, ending the in-app Vault, and transferring all secondary sale fees to creators.

Bitcoin Whale Shifts Focus to Ethereum, Accumulating Over $3.7 Billion in ETH

A Bitcoin whale recently sold 4,000 BTC to buy nearly 97,000 ETH, raising its stash of Ethereum to over $3.7 billion amid market changes.

HKU's Strategic Shift Towards Embracing Bitcoin and Digital Currencies

HKU's business school will accept Bitcoin for tuition, aligning with Hong Kong's goals to become a top virtual asset hub.

El Salvador Enhances Bitcoin Security with New Address Strategy

El Salvador is relocating its Bitcoin reserves to new addresses to enhance security against quantum computing risks.

Metaplanet Strengthens Its Position as a Leading Bitcoin Holder

Metaplanet boosts Bitcoin holdings to 20,000, valued over $2 billion, as it plans to further increase acquisitions through a capital-raising vote.

Gold and Bitcoin Surge Amid Imminent Fed Rate Cuts

Gold and Bitcoin prices soar as traders eye an imminent Federal Reserve rate cut, with gold at $3,508 and Bitcoin above $110,000.

World Liberty Financial Launches WLFI Token with $30 Billion Valuation

World Liberty Financial's WLFI token launched with a $30 billion valuation and is now available on top exchanges for spot trading.

Akshay Naheta Takes the Helm at Bakkt to Drive Crypto Platform Recovery

Akshay Naheta joins Bakkt as co-CEO to spearhead efforts in revitalizing the struggling crypto platform and integrate new payment solutions.

Market Overview: Bitcoin and Ethereum Decline Amid Tariff Announcements and Economic Concerns

Bitcoin and Ethereum dropped sharply as traders react to tariff announcements and disappointing economic data, raising fears of a recession.

Cryptocurrency Market Faces Major Liquidation Amid Equities Decline

The cryptocurrency market plunged, triggering $1 billion in liquidations as Bitcoin and Ethereum tanked alongside U.S. equities.

Is Bitcoin Losing Its Appeal as a Safe-Haven Asset Amid Market Turmoil?

Bitcoin faces challenges as a safe-haven asset with recent market volatility favoring gold during economic uncertainty.

Ohanian's Bid to Acquire TikTok and Its Implications for Social Media Transformation

Alexis Ohanian is pursuing TikTok's acquisition to enhance user control and decentralize social media through blockchain technology.

Mt. Gox Transfers $1 Billion in Bitcoin, Triggers Investor Questions

Mt. Gox has transferred over $1 billion in bitcoin, raising questions about the future for its creditors awaiting repayment.

Japan Proposes Major Tax Reduction for Cryptocurrency Investors

Japan's ruling party is proposing to lower the crypto tax rate from 55% to 20%, aiming to foster market growth and investor protection.

Understanding the Controversy Around a U.S. Crypto Strategic Reserve

A critical analysis of the skepticism surrounding a proposed U.S. cryptocurrency strategic reserve and its potential implications.