Meme coins are thriving on Solana – with the up-and-coming Sealana (SEAL) token being one of the most talked-about new projects. This seal-themed crypto has already secured over $2.5 million in funding ahead of its highly-anticipated exchange debut in the coming weeks. Sealana’s Presale Passes $2.5M Mark as Retail Traders Buy In Few meme projects […] Source: https://news.bitcoin.com/solana-meme-coin-seal-hits-2-5m-in-presale-ahead-of-exchange-listings/
Month: May 2024
Coinbase Seeks Immediate Appellate Review in SEC Lawsuit, Citing Recent Legislation
As Coinbase seeks an interlocutory appeal in its legal dispute with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), recent legislative developments have highlighted a growing discord between U.S. Congress and the SEC over digital asset regulation. This past week, legislators passed comprehensive digital asset legislation aimed at curbing the SEC’s expansive jurisdiction claims. As Coinbase […] Source: https://news.bitcoin.com/coinbase-seeks-immediate-appellate-review-in-sec-lawsuit-citing-recent-legislation/
Okx Ceases Crypto Trading Services in Hong Kong — Users Advised to Withdraw Assets
Cryptocurrency exchange Okx has decided to withdraw its virtual asset service provider (VASP) license application in Hong Kong. As a result, Okx will stop offering centralized virtual asset trading services to Hong Kong residents by May 31, 2024. The exchange stressed that customer funds remain secure, and withdrawal services will continue unaffected. Okx’s web3 (self-hosted […] Source: https://news.bitcoin.com/okx-ceases-crypto-trading-services-in-hong-kong-users-advised-to-withdraw-assets/
Join Bitcoin BuildCon Online Conference: Don’t Miss Out on Shaping the Future of Bitcoin
PRESS RELEASE. Date: 27th May 2024 Time: 17:00 UTC Location: Online Bitcoin BuildCon’s main objective is to help builders onboard in the current landscape of BTC development, providing them with insights from key players in the industry. How to get into the new wave of Bitcoin projects, where to deploy, and how to get funded […] Source: https://news.bitcoin.com/join-bitcoin-buildcon-online-conference-dont-miss-out-on-shaping-the-future-of-bitcoin/
Ethereum Dominates NFT Sales Despite Overall Market Drop
Over the past week, non-fungible token (NFT) sales declined by 8.99%, amounting to approximately $137 million. Ethereum topped the charts with $43 million in sales, marking a 20.26% increase from the previous week. NFT Market Shrinks by 8.99%, Ethereum and Bitcoin Lead in Sales NFT sales experienced a decline this week, falling by 8.99% compared […] Source: https://news.bitcoin.com/ethereum-dominates-nft-sales-despite-overall-market-drop/
UK Sentences Woman to Prison for Laundering Bitcoin After Police Seize 61K BTC
A woman has been sentenced to nearly seven years in prison for laundering bitcoin tied to a £5 billion fraud in China. Authorities seized over 61,000 bitcoin during their investigation, now worth over $4 billion. The woman denied all charges, claiming she was manipulated by a “mastermind.” 61K Bitcoin Seizure Leads to Jail Sentence A […] Source: https://news.bitcoin.com/uk-sentences-woman-to-prison-for-laundering-bitcoin-after-police-seize-61k-btc/
Bitcoin white paper returns to Bitcoin.org website
Due to legal constraints, UK-based users still have restricted access to the Bitcoin white paper on the Bitcoin.org website. Source: https://cointelegraph.com/news/bitcoin-whitepaper-returns-to-bitcoin-org-after-craig-wrights-copyright-claim-debunked
This Week in Coins: Ethereum ETFs Get the Green Light, Dogecoin Jumps on Elon Musk Tweet
We do the research, you get the alpha! Get exclusive reports and access to key insights on airdrops, NFTs, and more! Subscribe now to Alpha Reports and up your game! Go to Alpha Reports It’s been a wild week for crypto, with what many see as a complete 180-degree turn from the Securities and Exchange Commission when the regulator on…
Study: 60% of US Crypto Investors Don’t Understand Blockchain
According to a recent survey by Preply, as many as three in five, or 60%, of U.S. cryptocurrency investors do not understand blockchain technology. The study found that Generation Z, despite 41% expressing interest in learning about cryptocurrency, had the smallest percentage of individuals willing to learn. The report also noted that U.S. residents who […] Source: https://news.bitcoin.com/study-60-of-us-crypto-investors-dont-understand-blockchains/
Crypto Advocacy Group ‘Stand With Crypto’ Expands to the UK
Stand with Crypto, a global crypto advocacy organization, is expanding its initiative to the United Kingdom. Originating in the U.S., where it has garnered over 700,000 sign-ups and gained momentum with the passing of FIT21 in the House of Representatives, the movement is now mobilizing UK crypto advocates. With over 6 million crypto holders, the […] Source: https://news.bitcoin.com/crypto-advocacy-group-stand-with-crypto-expands-to-the-uk/