On January 16, 2025, Nasdaq made a significant move by filing a Form 19b-4 to list and trade a spot exchange-traded fund (ETF) for Litecoin (LTC), initiated by Canary Capital. This filing marks a crucial step in the world of cryptocurrency, spotlighting Litecoin as a frontrunner in the push for regulatory acknowledgment of altcoin ETFs.
Bitcoin has once again crossed the significant threshold of $100,000, igniting a renewed wave of optimism amongst investors. After experiencing a significant drop below the $90,000 mark just days prior, many are left pondering whether this latest surge can be sustained. For several weeks leading up to this event, Bitcoin struggled to exceed the $100K
The legal clash between Ripple and the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has taken another turn, as the SEC has recently filed its opening brief to contest a ruling that favored Ripple. The case, which began in late 2020, highlights the regulatory challenges and complexities surrounding cryptocurrencies, particularly the classification of digital assets
Dogecoin, the iconic cryptocurrency originally created as a joke, has recently experienced a significant resurgence in its market value. After facing substantial setbacks, particularly during the broader market crash towards the end of 2024, this meme coin has shown resilience, garnering attention and investment from prominent players in the cryptocurrency realm. As of late, Dogecoin’s
Recent findings from Scam Sniffer unveil a troubling trend in online scams, illustrating that malware attacks through Telegram have eclipsed traditional phishing tactics. From November 2024 to January 2025, a staggering increase of over 2000% in incidents involving malicious Telegram groups starkly contrasts with the relatively stable numbers of conventional phishing attacks. This surge signals
The ongoing discussion surrounding the liquidation of a significant cache of Bitcoin tied to the Silk Road has cast a spotlight on the intersection of financial strategy, digital asset management, and political considerations. Recently, Senator Cynthia Lummis has publicly expressed her concerns about the U.S. government’s intentions to sell off 69,370 Bitcoins, highlighting both the
On January 16, 2024, Coinbase embarked on a transformative journey by announcing a partnership with Morpho, an emerging player in the decentralized finance (DeFi) sector. This collaboration aims to enhance the accessibility of financial services within the crypto space, allowing users to take out loans denominated in USD Coin (USDC) backed by Bitcoin (BTC). Through
In a striking turnaround, the meme coin sector has experienced a remarkable resurgence, with its market capitalization now hovering around $120 billion, a strong recovery indicative of broader trends in the cryptocurrency market. Memecoin favorites such as Dogecoin (DOGE) and Shiba Inu (SHIB) are reaffirming their positions, yet interestingly, it is some lesser-known tokens that
In 2016, the cryptocurrency exchange Bitfinex fell victim to a significant hacking incident, resulting in the theft of nearly 120,000 Bitcoin (BTC), valued at the time at approximately $71 million. The repercussions of this breach affected not just the exchange but thousands of its users, leading to a forced 36% reduction in account balances. To
Bitcoin has demonstrated resilience in the face of market fluctuations, recently reclaiming a price point above $97,000 after dipping below $90,000 just a couple of days earlier. Such volatility in the cryptocurrency market is not uncommon, but the recent price increase has brought with it a mixed bag of trader sentiment. Contrary to the optimistic
