Spot ethereum exchanged-traded funds — nine different ether ETFs from eight issuers — began trading Tuesday. … [Read more...] about Spot ethereum ETFs begin trading in U.S.
BlackRock CEO Larry Fink says bitcoin is a legitimate financial asset
BlackRock co-founder and CEO Larry Fink has changed his mind on bitcoin over the years. While acknowledging earlier doubts and criticisms, Fink said he became a believer in cryptocurrencies after dedicating time to studying and learning about bitcoin. He now sees a place for crypto in the average investor’s portfolio. … [Read more...] about BlackRock CEO Larry Fink says bitcoin is a legitimate financial asset
Majority of top U.S. hedge funds now invest in bitcoin ETFs
In a significant shift towards mainstream adoption of digital assets, over half of the top U.S. hedge funds now own bitcoin Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs), according to the report from River. … [Read more...] about Majority of top U.S. hedge funds now invest in bitcoin ETFs
Solana emerges as a formidable contender to Ethereum, according to Pantera Capital
Pantera Capital has recently highlighted Solana's unique advantages, positioning it as a significant rival to Ethereum. Dubbed the "Mac OS of blockchains," Solana's monolithic architecture offers a seamless user experience, high security, and rapid innovation, distinguishing it from Ethereum's modular design. This architectural approach makes Solana particularly appealing to … [Read more...] about Solana emerges as a formidable contender to Ethereum, according to Pantera Capital
Winklevoss twins donate $2 million in bitcoin to Trump campaign
In a bold political move, the Winklevoss twins, prominent figures in the cryptocurrency world, recently donated $2 million in bitcoin to former President Donald Trump's 2024 presidential campaign. The donation, announced on June 20, 2024, has generated significant attention and controversy due to campaign finance regulations. … [Read more...] about Winklevoss twins donate $2 million in bitcoin to Trump campaign
MetaMask introduces pooled Ethereum staking service, excluding U.S. and U.K. users
MetaMask, the widely-used cryptocurrency wallet and gateway to decentralized applications, has launched a new pooled staking service for Ethereum. This feature allows users to participate in Ethereum staking with reduced costs and complexities, making it more accessible for a broader range of investors. However, due to regulatory constraints, this service is not available to … [Read more...] about MetaMask introduces pooled Ethereum staking service, excluding U.S. and U.K. users
Binance reaches historic milestone: 200 million users
Binance, one of the world’s leading cryptocurrency exchanges, has reached a significant milestone by surpassing 200 million users. This achievement underscores Binance's pivotal role in the ongoing evolution of the cryptocurrency market and reflects the growing global interest in digital assets. … [Read more...] about Binance reaches historic milestone: 200 million users
Thailand approves first bitcoin ETF
In a significant development for the cryptocurrency market, the Thai Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has approved the country’s first bitcoin Exchange-Traded Fund (ETF). This landmark decision marks a major step forward in integrating digital assets into Thailand's financial ecosystem and offers investors a regulated and accessible means of investing in bitcoin. … [Read more...] about Thailand approves first bitcoin ETF