Kaiko, a prominent player in the crypto data sector, has announced a strategic partnership with Gemini Foundation, the derivatives trading platform of the cryptocurrency exchange, Gemini. This collaboration will see Gemini Foundation utilizing Kaiko’s Benchmark Reference Rates to power its derivatives platform. The partnership aims to enhance the stability and security of Gemini’s platform by […] Source: https://news.bitcoin.com/gemini-taps-kaiko-for-enhanced-cryptocurrency-derivatives-trading/
Month: June 2024
Bitcoin may retest $69K next as shorts keep BTC price below all-time high
Bitcoin sees surprise selling into the latest daily close, giving rise to predictions of a support retest before new BTC price all-time highs. Source: https://cointelegraph.com/news/bitcoin-retest-69k-shorts-btc-price-below-all-time-high
AI-driven crypto crime is only just beginning — Elliptic report
Elliptic’s 2024 report exposes how AI is increasingly used for sophisticated crypto crimes, from deepfake scams to state-sponsored cyberattacks, signaling that these threats are just beginning. Source: https://cointelegraph.com/news/ai-driven-crypto-crime-2024-elliptic-report
Ethereum to Introduce Extensive Pectra Upgrade in Q1 2025
The Ethereum network is set to undergo one of its most extensive upgrades named Pectra, which will integrate the EVM Object Format (EOF) and introduce Vitalik Buterin’s proposed EIP-7702, allowing Ethereum account addresses to act as smart contract wallets temporarily during transactions. The Pectra upgrade, expected to be rolled out in the first quarter of […] Source: https://news.bitcoin.com/ethereum-to-introduce-extensive-pectra-upgrade-in-q1-2025/
Hong Kong Partners With Swiss Crypto Valley
Invest Hong Kong, the government department responsible for attracting foreign direct investment and the Crypto Valley Association (CVA) of Zug, Switzerland, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to bolster the fintech ecosystems of both regions. The agreement, signed on June 6, 2024, aims to enhance collaboration, particularly in blockchain and cryptographic technologies. It also […] Source: https://news.bitcoin.com/hong-kong-partners-with-swiss-crypto-valley/
108 ex-prosecutors, feds echo calls to rescue Binance exec in Nigeria
The potential consequences of the United States government not helping Tigran Gambaryan are “dire,” according to a cohort of former federal prosecutors and agents. Source: https://cointelegraph.com/news/prosecutors-agents-call-release-binance-tigran-gambaryan-nigeria
Over 35 fake Elon Musks live-streamed during SpaceX launch
“This is not a fake, this is a real giveaway. I personally guarantee it to you,” one of 35 deepfake versions of Elon Musk promised. Source: https://cointelegraph.com/news/elon-musk-spacex-starship-launch-deep-fake-crypto-scams
Why isn’t the BTC price moving despite billions in ETF inflows?
Spot Bitcoin ETFs in the United States have just notched their 19th day of inflows. Traders explain why it hasn’t led to a surge in the price of Bitcoin. Source: https://cointelegraph.com/news/bitcoin-etf-inflows-price-stagnant-crypto-traders-analysis
Tether, Nodo Partner to Drive Stablecoin and Bitcoin Education in Africa
Stablecoin issuer Tether has partnered with Nodo to educate prospective African users about the use cases of stablecoins and facilitate transactions with the former’s digital asset. The six-month campaign will include Ask Me Anything (AMA) sessions, workshops, and question-and-answer sessions with crypto experts on social media. African Users to Learn of Stablecoin Use Cases The […] Source: https://news.bitcoin.com/tether-nodo-partner-to-drive-stablecoin-and-bitcoin-education-in-africa/
Semler Scientific now holds 828 Bitcoin and has $150M plan to buy more
The medical manufacturer now holds 828 BTC and says it will “continue to pursue our strategy of purchasing Bitcoins with cash.” Source: https://cointelegraph.com/news/semler-scientific-now-holds-828-bitcoin-150m-plan-buy-more