Bitcoin News and Finance: What You Need to Know

A landmark sentencing has closed the chapter on Bitcoin Fog, the longest-running bitcoin mixing service on the darknet, with its operator facing over a decade in prison. The Fall of Bitcoin Fog: DOJ’s Pursuit Unmasks a Decade-Long Darknet Operation The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) announced Friday that Roman Sterlingov has been sentenced to prison […]

A proposed BRICS digital asset platform could ignite unprecedented investment in South Asia, Africa, and Latin America, driving growth in emerging markets. Digital Assets at the Core of BRICS’ Ambitious New Investment Platform Russian President Vladimir Putin discussed the proposed creation of a BRICS investment platform to support developing markets at the Valdai Discussion Club’s […]

Elon Musk is coordinating to import Argentine President Milei’s chainsaw model to the U.S. Milei recently stated that his Minister of De-Regulation and State Transformation, Federico Sturzenegger, had coordinated with Musk to replicate Argentina’s model. Elon Musk Would Import Milei’s Chainsaw Model to the U.S. Experts from all over the world are examining the actions […]

As of press time, the crypto economy is sitting at a hefty $2.69 trillion, with the digital currency market posting substantial gains this week. Over the weekend, the total value locked (TVL) in decentralized finance (defi) climbed past the $100 billion mark. Defi TVL Crosses the $100B Mark Reaching this benchmark took a while, but […]

Economist Peter Schiff has warned against the “Trump boom” optimism, calling out hidden economic risks and broken promises he sees on the horizon. Peter Schiff’s ‘Trump Boom’ Warning: The Key Trade and Broken Promises Economist and gold advocate Peter Schiff, chairman of precious metals dealer Schiffgold, sharply criticized President-elect Donald Trump’s economic approach on social […]

Robert Kiyosaki has revealed his bitcoin holdings and plans to buy more BTC over the next year, along with his investments in gold, silver, and real estate — assets he views as “real money” for building lasting wealth. Robert Kiyosaki Unveils Bitcoin Holdings, Shares His Approach to Gold, Silver, and BTC Robert Kiyosaki, the renowned […]

The American Securities Association is urging SEC Chair Gary Gensler to resign immediately, citing Trump’s election win as a mandate for a new direction focused on investor trust and economic growth. Pressure Mounts on SEC: ASA Calls for Gensler to Resign Immediately Following the results of the 2024 U.S. Election, the American Securities Association (ASA) […]

With Donald Trump now set to become the 47th U.S. president, Ross Ulbricht’s family took to social media on Nov. 7 to share a long-awaited update: “Ross will be coming home in January.” Throughout the 2024 election, Trump pledged to grant Ulbricht’s sentence commutation, promising his release on “day one.” After 11 Years in Prison, […]

Bio Protocol investment by Binance Labs points the way toward using blockchain for the betterment of humanity. Decentralized Science Gets a Boost with Binance Funding Binance Labs, the venture capital arm of Binance, has announced a strategic investment in BIO Protocol. This move signifies Binance Labs’ entry into the growing Decentralized Science (desci) sector, a […]

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov noted that the abuse of the U.S. dollar as a political instrument has caused other nations to be concerned about potential roadblocks to using the currency in the future. Kremlin Highlights Nations’ Concerns on the U.S. Dollar Weaponization The Kremlin has referred to the negative reactions that the current strategy surrounding […]

JPMorgan forecasts a bullish outlook for bitcoin through 2025, citing Trump’s economic policies and intensified “debasement trade” strategies favoring bitcoin and gold as hedges against currency devaluation. Bullish Outlook: JPMorgan Sees Bitcoin Poised for Gains Through 2025 Global investment bank JPMorgan released a report on Thursday, detailing how Donald Trump’s recent victory in the U.S. […]

Bitcoin is in the “sweet spot” of its bull market halving cycle, says veteran trader Peter Brandt, who forecasts a peak between $130,000 and $150,000 in 2025. Peter Brandt’s Bold Bitcoin Prediction: Bull Market Sweet Spot Approaches Peak Veteran trader and well-known chartist Peter Brandt has predicted bitcoin could reach a high of between $130,000 […]

Ohio’s Senate race delivered a major win for the crypto industry, as Bernie Moreno unseated crypto critic Sherrod Brown, signaling a shift toward pro-digital finance leadership. ‘Crypto Public Enemy’ Defeated as Ohio Elects Digital Finance Champion In Ohio’s Senate election this week, blockchain entrepreneur Bernie Moreno defeated three-term Democratic incumbent Senator Sherrod Brown, a prominent […]

Mastercard’s Pay Local is set to transform digital payments globally, connecting 2 billion users with 35 million merchants. Mastercard Pay Local Unlocks Global Reach: 2 Billion Users, 35 Million Merchants Payment giant Mastercard announced on Monday the launch of Pay Local, a global service designed to expand the reach of digital wallets by providing access […]

Bitcoin (BTC) hit a peak of $76,481 on Bitstamp shortly after 3 p.m. EDT Wednesday. By 7:30 p.m., the flagship cryptocurrency hovered at $75,297 per coin. Market Chaos as Bitcoin Short Sellers Take a $242M Hit The day brought bitcoin a solid gain of over 9% against the U.S. dollar as of 7:30 p.m. It’s […]

Dogecoin is set for a major rally, with veteran trader Peter Brandt forecasting new all-time highs as Elon Musk’s influence and a channel breakout drive momentum. Peter Brandt Predicts DOGE Rally: Channel Breakout Signals New Highs With Elon Musk in Play Veteran trader and chart analyst Peter Brandt has indicated optimism about dogecoin’s (DOGE) upcoming […]

PRESS RELEASE. Geneva, Switzerland, November 6, 2024 – Justin Sun, Founder of TRON, Global Advisor of HTX and Prime Minister of Liberland, delivered a keynote address at the Chainlink SmartCon, held in Hong Kong from October 30 -31. This industry-leading conference brought together top blockchain founders and experts from the world’s largest financial institutions and […]

The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) is advancing tokenization in financial services by launching Project Guardian, a collaborative initiative involving major financial institutions to develop and commercialize tokenized assets, including fixed income and funds. Deepening Liquidity of Tokenized Assets The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has revealed plans to advance tokenization in financial services. The […]

Coinbase Derivatives is expanding its portfolio of CFTC-regulated products with the introduction of futures contracts for silver (SLR) and stellar (XLM) in retail sizes on November 11. More Options for Retail Traders With Silver (SLR) and Stellar (XLM) Futures The latest addition to Coinbase Derivatives which already includes bitcoin (BTC), ethereum (ETH), bitcoin cash (BCH), […]

Economists are calling on China to curb the risks associated with holding over $3.3 trillion in its forex reserves. The concerns are directed at the possible measures the upcoming U.S. president might take against the country, including tariffs and unilateral sanctions. China Must Dedollarize Forex Reserves to Reduce Risks Economists have assessed China’s standing in […]

Bitcoin’s rise appears unstoppable, with Bernstein projecting a $200,000 target for 2025, undeterred by potential market volatility from the upcoming U.S. election. Bernstein’s $200K Bitcoin Target Faces a Trump-Harris Showdown Analysts at Bernstein, a major global research and investment management firm, have reiterated their long-term forecast for bitcoin, projecting a price of $200,000 by late […]

Newly surfaced documents reveal over 20 cases where regulators allegedly pressured banks to halt crypto services, raising concerns of a covert crackdown on U.S. crypto firms. 20 Secretive Regulator Moves Targeting Crypto in Operation Chokepoint 2.0 Coinbase’s chief legal officer, Paul Grewal, disclosed on social media platform X on Friday findings related to what he […]

Bitcoin’s price is set to rise regardless of the 2024 election outcome, says Anthony Scaramucci, though Trump’s deregulation could provide a short-term boost. US Elections, Bitcoin, and Power Moves: Scaramucci’s Predictions Unveiled Anthony Scaramucci, founder of Skybridge Capital and former White House Communications Director, discussed bitcoin’s future and the potential role of U.S. presidents in […]

As the 2024 U.S. election draws near, the crypto community is abuzz, eagerly watching to see how bitcoin will respond. Many industry insiders are keen to share their perspectives on what might unfold in this dynamic landscape. Crypto Market Braces for Impact: Trump vs. Harris and Bitcoin’s Next Move On Nov. 5, 2024, U.S. voters […]

BBVA is launching a tokenized fund integrated into the Spanish securities regulator’s sandbox. The fund will be open only to BBVA employees to research the benefits of applying blockchain technology to these applications. BBVA to Experiment With First Blockchain Tokenized Fund Tradfi institutions are now open to testing decentralized technologies and applying them to existing […]

Welcome to Latam Insights, a compendium of Latin America’s most relevant crypto and economic news from the past week. In this issue, a public records inquiry reveals contradictions in the reported results for ‘Adopting El Salvador,’ Brazil mulls taxing stablecoin remittances, and a Bolivian bank offers USDT services for the first time. Public Records Inquiry […]

Transak has recently obtained regulatory licenses in Canada and Delaware, solidifying its presence in North America’s cryptocurrency markets. Transak Expands Regulatory Reach in the U.S. and Canada Transak, a Miami-based Web3 payments platform, has achieved two regulatory milestones in both Canada and the United States. In Canada, Transak has registered with the Financial Transactions and […]

Although bitcoin dipped below $70,000 earlier this week, South Korean markets still show a notable premium. On Oct. 24, the premium climbed as high as 2.21%, with today’s rate only slightly lower. South Korea’s Bitcoin Premium Bounces Back After October’s Brief Dip As of 4:45 p.m. EST, bitcoin is priced at $69,058, following a push […]

JPMorgan warns of unprecedented economic shifts on the horizon as U.S. election outcomes threaten to reshape tax policy, government debt, and market stability. JPMorgan Sees Unprecedented Changes Brewing Global investment bank JPMorgan released a report on Friday, highlighting the potential impacts of the U.S. election on tax policy, government debt, and market stability, offering guidance […]

Russia’s sweeping crypto mining regulations took effect Nov. 1, transforming the industry with strict energy caps, mandatory registration, and stringent oversight. Russia’s Crypto Law Takes Effect, Sparking Changes in Energy and Oversight On Nov. 1, the Russian government introduced a regulatory framework for cryptocurrency mining, marking the implementation of a law signed by President Vladimir […]