Venezuela’s state-owned oil and gas company PDVSA is reportedly planning to expedite its utilization of cryptocurrency, particularly USDT. This move comes as a strategic response to circumvent the tightening US sanctions on the country. PDVSA has gradually been integrating USDT for oil sales since 2023 and now has a new policy requiring new customers to
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Two influential organizations in the cryptocurrency space, the Blockchain Association and the Crypto Freedom Alliance of Texas, have recently filed a legal challenge against the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). They argue that the SEC exceeded its authority by implementing a rule that redefines the criteria for identifying a “dealer” of securities. The groups
Meta is set to expand its Meta Quest ecosystem by opening up the operating system of its Meta Quest devices to third-party manufacturers, including industry leaders like Xbox and Lenovo. This strategic move could potentially shape the future of the metaverse and make mixed-reality technologies more accessible to a larger audience. Utilizing Meta Horizon OS,
Bitfinex, a Hong Kong-based cryptocurrency platform, has recently released an Alpha report that delves into the market dynamics of Bitcoin following the recent halving event. One key takeaway from the report is the surge in exchange withdrawals of Bitcoin, reaching levels not seen since January 2023. This uptick in withdrawals signifies a trend of investors
Recent reports have shed light on a new Ethereum (ETH) whale that has been actively purchasing large amounts of ETH in the past few weeks. Since March 31, this mysterious whale has accumulated over $405 million worth of ETH, triggering speculation that Tron founder Justin Sun may be behind the buying spree. The blockchain research
Ethereum Open Interest has been showing a downtrend in recent times, indicating a shift in market sentiment. Open Interest refers to the total number of derivative-related contracts open for Ethereum on all exchanges. When this metric increases, it signifies that investors are opening new positions, leading to higher leverage and potentially increased price volatility. Conversely,
In a surprising turn of events, two lead lawyers at the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) have recently resigned amidst controversies surrounding the regulator’s legal case against crypto firm DEBT Box. Michael Welsh and Joseph Watkins made the decision to resign in April, following reports that the SEC was planning to terminate their roles if
In response to the rapid growth and increasing complexity of the digital assets industry, the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Professionals Association (HKSFPA) has called for the establishment of independent self-regulatory organizations (SRO) dedicated to overseeing this sector. The initiative aims to enhance the regulatory landscape in Hong Kong to support innovation and security within
Cardano recently experienced a significant price crash, mirroring the market dip led by Bitcoin. The ABC wave, infamous for causing drastic price drops of up to 50%, was responsible for plunging the prices of Cardano and other altcoins. The three waves within this pattern, Waves A, B, and C, saw Cardano’s price fluctuate from $0.8
The decision by B3, a Brazilian stock exchange, to include Bitcoin futures in its offerings has caused a significant stir in the cryptocurrency community. After the official opening of trades on April 17, B3 experienced an overwhelming demand for Bitcoin futures, indicating a strong interest from Brazilian investors in cryptocurrency derivatives. On the debut trading