Tag: eth
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Is Bitcoin price manipulation by whales a real thing?
The Bitcoin paradox presents something of a predicament. On the one hand, Bitcoin sells itself as a financial equalizer. But at the same time, it’s one of the world’s most unequally distributed assets. David Lin, of Kitco News, raised this point in discussion with the Director of Research at GraniteShares, Ryan Giannotto. Giannotto agreed with…
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China turns up pace on CBDC release, tests infrastructure prior to adoption
The yuan is not seen as a major currency. Could digitizing it change that? China is breaking new ground in the Shenzhen region and beyond.
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French Programmer Sent Bitcoin Donations to Far-Right Activists Who Participated in the US Capitol Riots
A crypto forensic analysis reveals that a French donor sent over $500,000 worth of bitcoin (BTC) to far-right activists in the United States. The half-million dollars went to the groups that took part in the pro-Trump riots in the U.S. Capitol. Alt-Right Personalities and Websites Are Included on the List of Recipients According to Chainalysis,…
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Venezuelan President Maduro Promises 2021 Will Be the Year to Boost Usage of Petro
The Venezuelan president, Nicolás Maduro, has claimed that 2021 will be the year of the state-backed petro (PTR) token. He also promised to boost a “100% national digital economy” agenda through a “complete digitalization process.” 77% of Trade Transactions in Venezuela Are Made via Digital Solutions in Bolivar During an annual speech at the National…
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Venezuelan President Maduro Promises 2021 Will Be the Year to Boost Usage of Petro
The Venezuelan president, Nicolás Maduro, has claimed that 2021 will be the year of the state-backed petro (PTR) token. He also promised to boost a “100% national digital economy” agenda through a “complete digitalization process.” 77% of Trade Transactions in Venezuela Are Made via Digital Solutions in Bolivar During an annual speech at the National…
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On-chain data shows millionaires are flocking to Bitcoin…and there isn’t enough for all
Demand for Bitcoin increased multifold in 2020. And on-chain data shows the asset’s limited supply may be causing a rush. The Bitcoin FOMO train Bitcoin, the world’s largest cryptocurrency, saw a push in demand last year amidst a bleak economic outlook, concerns of dollar inflation, weakened fiat currencies, incessant money printing, and low yields in…
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$100 Swaps: Ethereum Dex Volumes Saw $39 Billion Last Month Despite ‘Insane’ Trading Fees
During the last 12 months, Ethereum-based decentralized finance (defi) solutions and decentralized exchange (dex) platforms have been very popular. Dex applications, in particular, have seen massive demand and during the last 30 days, dex trade volumes have reached $39 billion in swaps. However, one of the biggest issues confronting dex users continues to be the…
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Bitcoin bulls buy BTC’s $35K support retest as altcoins push higher
Bitcoin’s lower support retest was bought up by bulls, preparing BTC for another push to $40,000.
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3iQ’s Canadian Bitcoin Fund Hits C$1B in Market Cap
The digital asset manager passed a key milestone this week.
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K-Pop Sensation Mamamoo to Mint Digital Collectibles on Polkadot
The popular K-Pop girl band’s parent company RBW will be selling its singers’ digital products on the blockchain.