Asset management firm Bitwise has filed for a spot XRP exchange-traded fund (ETF) with the Delaware Division of Corporations. While this does not confirm an immediate filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), it aligns with Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse’s positive outlook on the future of XRP ETFs. Bitwise’s Move Toward an XRP […]
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Nigeria Unveils Oil-for-Naira Program to Stabilize Local Currency
Nigeria began selling crude oil to billionaire Aliko Dangote’s new refinery in naira on October 1st. This “oil for naira” scheme aims to ease pressure on the struggling Nigerian currency, the naira, which has lost significant value this year. However, the success of the scheme is uncertain. While Nigerians hope it will reduce fuel prices, […]
Read MoreMiddle East Tensions Trigger Equities Sell-Off, Bitcoin Drops to $60,246
On Tuesday, major U.S. stock indices, including the Nasdaq Composite, Dow Jones Industrial Average, Russell 2000, and S&P 500, all closed in negative territory, driven by growing concerns over potential conflict escalation in the Middle East. According to the U.S. State Department, Iran launched nearly 200 ballistic missiles toward Israel. Following the announcement, bitcoin dipped […]
Read MoreCentral Bank of Tanzania to Hoard 20% of Total Gold Exports
The Central Bank of Tanzania will purchase 20% of all the gold directed for exports as the country prepares to diversify its reserves. The movement is seen as a reaction to the current acceleration of gold prices, with Tanzania aiming to amass at least 6 tones of gold this financial year. Mining Regulator in Tanzania […]
Read MoreGomining Launches Foundation to Drive Innovation in Bitcoin L1 and L2 Projects
The GoBTC Foundation, established by Gomining, has been officially launched to strengthen Bitcoin’s onchain ecosystem. The foundation’s creation aims to support initiatives that foster greater transaction activity and ecosystem growth. Foundation Established to Foster Bitcoin’s Infrastructure Growth Gomining states that the GoBTC Foundation operates as a vertically integrated entity, focusing on Bitcoin’s layer one (L1) […]
Read MoreMetaplanet Adds 107.9 BTC, Holdings Reach 506.7 BTC
The Tokyo Stock Exchange listed Metaplanet Inc. has purchased an additional 107.913 bitcoins (BTC) worth $69.42 million (one billion yen). This brings the company’s total bitcoin holdings to 506.745 BTC, acquired at an average price of $65,101. Metaplanet’s latest BTC purchase comes just under two months after it announced a $70 million stock rights offering […]
Read MoreEIGEN Token Enters the Crypto Scene, Sees Early Gains and 12% Price Drop
On Monday, eigenlayer (EIGEN) made its debut on major exchanges, hitting a peak of $4.47 per token. However, by 1:30 p.m. EDT on Oct. 1, the price had dipped 12%, settling at $3.90 per coin. By 2 p.m. it was exchanging hands for $4.30 per unit. EIGEN Token Hits Crypto Market A new contender has […]
Read MoreSeptember Slump: Bitcoin Miners See 2024’s Lowest Revenue
According to the latest data, bitcoin miners pulled in $815.7 million from rewards and fees in September, marking their lowest earnings month of 2024, with $35.66 million less than August’s haul. Bitcoin Miners Earn $815.7M in September, Lowest Monthly Total of 2024 September was a tough month for bitcoin miners, who saw their lowest revenue […]
Read MoreBitcoin Stumbles as ‘Uptober’ Kicks Off With a Slump
Bitcoin stumbled on Tuesday, casting a shadow over the much-anticipated ‘Uptober.’ Around 11 a.m. EDT, prices dipped to an intraday low of $61,801 on Bitstamp. Bitcoin Sinks, $289 Million in Longs Liquidated Across Crypto Markets Over the past 24 hours, bitcoin (BTC) slid 1.8%, and by 12:15 p.m. EDT, it hovered at $62,600 per unit, […]
Read MoreAfter Initial Surge, MOODENG Falls 45.6%; Hamster Kombat Drops 51% From Peak
According to the latest market updates, two fresh-faced crypto assets, moo deng (MOODENG) and hamster kombat (HMSTR), have faced some dips over the past 24 hours. While HMSTR had a rocky launch, MOODENG initially skyrocketed, but the meme token has since tumbled 45.6% below its highest value. Crypto Rollercoaster: Newly Launched Crypto Assets See Massive […]
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