In Brazil, Dia do Cliente (Customer Day), celebrated on September 15th, and the ensuing Semana do Cliente (Customer Week) from September 16th to 21st, are major annual events where consumers enjoy an array of special deals, discounts, and promotions across retail sectors. It’s a time when companies across the country offer their customers something extra to show their appreciation. While…
Month: September 2024
Binance Warns of Malware Targeting Crypto Addresses, Urges Users to Always Verify
Cryptocurrency exchange Binance has alerted users to a rise in “Clipper malware” attacks that can steal crypto funds. The malware intercepts wallet addresses, replacing them with attackers’. Binance said it has implemented security measures and provided tips to users, including verifying app authenticity, checking withdrawal addresses, and staying updated on security advisories. Clipper Malware Attacks […] Source: https://news.bitcoin.com/binance-warns-of-malware-targeting-crypto-addresses-urges-users-to-always-verify/
This Week on Crypto Twitter: Friend.tech Peaces Out, Trump Teases World Liberty Project
Illustration by Mitchell Preffer for Decrypt Degens had plenty to sink their teeth into last week on Crypto Twitter, with surprise developments emerging from numerous high-profile projects in the space. At the top of the week, Friend.tech, the once-red-hot decentralized social network with financial incentives, announced that development of the project had effectively ceased after months of flagging momentum. Admin and…
Bitcoin set for 3-month historic rally as analysts eye $92K BTC
According to market analysts, this could be the last dip buying opportunity for Bitcoin before the next leg up. Source: https://cointelegraph.com/news/bitcoin-3-month-historic-rally-analysts-92k-btc?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound
What Is Pump.fun? The Solana Meme Coin Factory
In September 2024, Solana-based protocol Pump.fun became the fastest growing crypto app in history by some metrics, surging to $100 million in revenue in record time. The meme coin launchpad has birthed some of the biggest memes, viral metas, and dangerous moments in crypto history, including a cute dog named Billy, a slew of celebrity tokens, and a developer setting…
HTX Integrates Lightning Network for Faster Bitcoin Payments
HTX has announced the integration of Bitcoin’s Lightning Network, a second-layer payments protocol designed to facilitate faster and cheaper transactions. This move aims to enhance the efficiency of Bitcoin payments and withdrawals on the platform, significantly reducing transaction times and costs. The integration is part of a strategic partnership with IBEX, a fintech company specializing […] Source: https://news.bitcoin.com/htx-integrates-lightning-network-for-faster-bitcoin-payments/
Circle predicts stablecoins will become mainstream global payment method
Stablecoin issuer Circle expects internet payment firms and other financial services companies will attempt to enter or expand in the space. Source: https://cointelegraph.com/news/circle-predicts-stablecoins-mainstream-global-regulations?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound
Closure of Bitcoin Mining Center Causes Spike in Power Bills for Citizens in Norwegian Municipality
The recent closure of a Bitcoin data center in the Norwegian municipality of Hadsel has resulted in power hikes for citizens due to the inability to allocate the energy used by the operation to other purposes. While citizens and Hadsel’s mayor celebrated this development because of the noise emitted by the site, they now face […] Source: https://news.bitcoin.com/closure-of-bitcoin-mining-center-causes-spike-in-power-bills-for-citizens-in-norwegian-municipality/
Ethereum developers consider splitting Pectra upgrade, eye February target
An Ethereum developer warned that if nothing is released by June 2025 following a split, it would be regarded as “a failure.” Source: https://cointelegraph.com/news/ethereum-pectra-upgrade-potential-split-core-developers-prague-electra?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound
Two-Year Investigation Yields Partial Recovery in Crypto Scam
San Luis Obispo County Sheriff’s detectives in California, United States, have recovered nearly $5,000 of the $17,000 stolen in a cryptocurrency scam targeting victims in Los Osos two years ago. On Sept. 12, 2022, the victims informed authorities that they were deceived by a scammer posing as a relative in legal trouble, leading them to […] Source: https://news.bitcoin.com/two-year-investigation-yields-partial-recovery-in-crypto-scam/