Bitcoin may rise to $90,000 by the end of the year if former U.S. President Donald Trump wins the presidential election, according to brokerage and research firm Bernstein. The firm’s analysts believe that Trump’s pro-crypto stance and regulatory reforms could boost the cryptocurrency market while a Kamala Harris victory may cause bitcoin to fall below […] Source: https://news.bitcoin.com/trump-victory-could-boost-bitcoin-to-90k-harris-win-might-sink-btc-to-30k-level-says-bernstein/
Month: September 2024
FBI Reports 45% Rise in Crypto Fraud, $5.6 Billion Lost, 71% From Investment Scams
The Federal Bureau of Investigation’s Internet Crime Complaint Center has revealed a sharp rise in cryptocurrency fraud complaints, with over 69,000 cases and $5.6 billion in losses. Investment scams accounted for 71% of these losses, highlighting the growing exploitation of digital currencies. The FBI further noted that crypto fraud represents nearly half of total losses. […] Source: https://news.bitcoin.com/fbi-reports-45-rise-in-crypto-fraud-5-6-billion-lost-71-from-investment-scams/
‘Hamster Kombat’ Playground Guide: How to Earn Keys to Boost Your HMSTR Airdrop
Hamster Kombat will launch HMSTR on September 26, rewarding players with an on-chain token on The Open Network (TON) after they’ve spent months racking up coins in the Telegram crypto game. But the airdrop for each player will be based on more than just coin earnings. Another factor that will play into allocations, according to the Airdrop menu in the…
FBI reports Americans lost $5.6B to cryptocurrency fraud in 2023
The elderly were the most vulnerable, and crypto ATMs have a variety of illicit uses, the report found. Source: https://cointelegraph.com/news/fbi-2023-cryptocurrency-fraud-report-americans-lost-5-billion?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound
Harris Leads in Debate Betting, But Trump Dominates Swing States, Polymarket Shows
A wager valued at $155K on the prediction platform Polymarket is betting on Vice President Kamala Harris emerging victorious in Tuesday’s debate against former President Donald Trump. According to the latest polls, Harris holds a commanding 76% chance of winning, with the data being updated as of 2 p.m. EDT on Monday. Polymarket’s $155K Bet […] Source: https://news.bitcoin.com/harris-leads-in-debate-betting-but-trump-dominates-swing-states-polymarket-shows/
Bitcoin traders celebrate ‘good news’ as BTC price trades above $56K
Bitcoin’s weekly close above a key support level is “good news” according to traders, and today’s rally to $56,500 could be a sign that the bottom is in. Source: https://cointelegraph.com/news/bitcoin-traders-celebrate-good-news-as-btc-price-trades-above-56-k?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound
Apple Unveils iPhone 16, New Apple Watch and AirPods—and AI Everywhere
At its highly anticipated event on Monday, Apple introduced the iPhone 16, the latest iteration of its popular mobile device the company called its most intelligent yet. Powered by Apple Intelligence and the new A18 chip, the iPhone 16 aims to revolutionize the user experience with advanced machine learning capabilities built directly into the device. Beyond its intelligence, the iPhone…
Trump-Harris Debate Expected to Drive Crypto Volatility, QCP Capital Says
QCP Capital notes that the highly anticipated debate between former President Donald Trump and current Vice President Kamala Harris may have a significant impact on the crypto market. Both figures, who are among the most polarizing in recent U.S. political history, are expected to influence price action in the days leading up to the debate. […] Source: https://news.bitcoin.com/trump-harris-debate-expected-to-drive-crypto-volatility-qcp-capital-says/
US, Canadian investors to get full compensation in GSB Group settlement
The German group is accused of running a multilevel marketing scheme that took in hundreds of millions of dollars in supposed crypto and metaverse investments. Source: https://cointelegraph.com/news/us-investors-recover-funds-lydian-world-metaverse-scam?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound
UK Parliament could summon Elon Musk over X operations
Labour MP Dawn Butler wants Musk to discuss the operations of his social media network X and its role in spreading misinformation. Source: https://cointelegraph.com/news/uk-parliament-summon-elon-musk-x-operations?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound