Recently, El Salvador’s Central Reserve Bank took a forward-thinking step by granting Bitget a Bitcoin Service Provider (BSP) license. This significant development, announced on December 16, signifies the exchange’s legal sanction to provide a range of Bitcoin-related services within the country. Among these services are the conversion of Bitcoin to fiat currencies, processing Bitcoin payments,
Investments
The world of cryptocurrency is notorious for its volatility, but recent developments surrounding meme coins have displayed an exceptionally dramatic tableau. A notable incident involved a whale transaction of the PEPE token. After a prolonged dormancy of over 600 days, a significant holder transferred a staggering 2.1 trillion PEPE tokens, equivalent to $52 million, to
Bitcoin has reached an extraordinary peak, shattering its previous records with a new all-time high of $106.5K. This surge is particularly remarkable within the 16-year story of Bitcoin, signaling not just a strategic increase in value but also reflecting a shift in the market dynamics surrounding cryptocurrencies. Over the course of 2023 alone, Bitcoin’s price
The cryptocurrency landscape is ever-changing, and at the forefront of this evolution is Ronin, a Layer 1 blockchain developed by Sky Mavis. As reported in Q3 2024, Ronin’s decentralized finance (DeFi) total value locked (TVL) saw an astonishing year-over-year increase of 149%, rocketing to $147 million, a remarkable rise from $59 million just one year
In 2024, Robinhood Crypto, part of the well-known American financial services platform, has made significant strides in the cryptocurrency sector. The release of its end-of-year report highlights a successful year of expansion and increased market engagement. With a staggering notional trading volume of $119 billion and $38 billion in crypto assets under custody by November,
In a notable shift within the financial landscape, Hunter Horsley, CEO of Bitwise Asset Management, announced that a Spanish bank has invested 2% of its portfolio into the newly launched Bitwise Aptos staking exchange-traded product (ETP). The decision, which stemmed from the bank’s desire to innovate within its investment strategy, signifies a transformative moment for
In the wake of increasing investments and public interest in cryptocurrency, Congressman French Hill has recently stepped into the role of Chair of the House Financial Services Committee with a plan to reshape the regulatory framework surrounding digital assets. During a December 13 interview with CNBC, Hill articulated a vision aimed at dismantling the regulatory
Chainlink’s native token, LINK, has recently reached a significant milestone by surpassing the $29 threshold for the first time in over three years. This resurgence is particularly noteworthy as it marks a 21% gain in just one week, positioning LINK as a standout performer among alternative cryptocurrencies. Analysts suggest that this impressive performance is closely
Ethereum (ETH) has recently shown promising signs of recovery, capturing the attention of traders and investors alike. After a significant pullback in the cryptocurrency market, ETH has rebounded by 4.7% within the past 24 hours, regaining a critical support zone. This resurgence has led to a renewed sense of optimism among market watchers, who believe
In 2024, Binance has unmistakably established itself as the titan of the cryptocurrency exchange landscape, boasting customer deposits that soared to an impressive $21.6 billion. This monumental achievement positions Binance not only as a frontrunner but also highlights its significant edge over its closest rivals. Recent data from DeFi Llama indicates that Binance eclipses the