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17.06.2025

Ethereum Prepares For Breakout Amid Geopolitical Tensions

Strict editorial policy that focuses on accuracy, relevance, and impartiality Created by industry experts and meticulously reviewed The highest standards in reporting and publishing Strict editorial policy that focuses on accuracy, relevance, and impartiality Morbi pretium leo et nisl aliquam mollis. Quisque arcu lorem, ultricies quis pellentesque nec, ullamcorper eu odio. Ethereum has faced intense volatility in recent days as escalating tensions between Israel and Iran continue to rattle global markets. Despite the uncertainty, ETH remains resilient above the $2,500 level, signaling ongoing strength among bulls. However, Ethereum now trades just below a critical resistance level at $2,675 a zone...

18.06.2025

Gearbox Boss Randy Pitchford Talks Borderlands 4 Price: Updates and DLC Plans

(Image credit: Gearbox) Gearbox boss Randy Pitchford is Saying Things on Twitter again, and well, let's just start with the bad. Pitchford's talking about the price of Borderlands 4 again. After Pitchford completely submerged himself in hot water by saying "real fans" would fork up the $80 for Borderlands 4 if it indeed ended up costing that much, and then kind of sort of apologizing, publisher 2K opened up pre-orders for the game and confirmed that the base game starts at $70, and the internet silently unclenched its jaw. Now for the good... sort of. Latest Videos From GamesRadar+ You...

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Judge Dismisses SEC Claims Against Binance, Cites Lack of Clarity in Crypto Securities Classification

Ripple’s legal victories offer a precedent that benefits Binance in its ongoing battle with the SEC. Judge criticises the SEC for not clearly distinguishing securities from non-securities, potentially easing Binance’s regulatory challenges. A Supreme Court decision may encourage Binance to contest SEC regulations more forcefully, with a potential for a more equitable regulatory environment. You win some, you lose some – that’s all too familiar to crypto-execs, just ask Ripple’s Brad Garlinghouse. Despite achieving some victories against the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the CEO and Ripple also incurred some unfortunate losses. One such win is the decision that...

Japanese village leverages NFTs to tackle woes tied to aging population

The Japanese village of Yamakoshi is utilizing non-fungible tokens (NFTs) to address the challenge of an aging population by raising awareness of the issue and generating nearly half a million dollars along the way. The village is offering digital citizenship to holders of its digital collectibles, the Nishikigoi NFT collection, named after a koi carp breed indigenous to the region. Since the collection’s launch in 2021, at the height of the NFT craze, Yamakoshi has attracted just over 1,700 digital citizens to bolster its dwindling population figures. To date, the collection has netted the little village around $423,000 with the...

Uphold Exchange Review: Can You Trust Uphold with Your Crypto? (Updated 2024)

Uphold Exchange Key Information About the Uphold Company: Diving into the Cryptocurrency Exchange’s History About the Uphold Exchange Uphold Fees: Deposits, Trades, Withdrawals Uphold Competition and Alternatives How Do I Open an Account on Uphold? Security: Is Uphold Safe? Can You Trust Uphold? Uphold Fiat Currency Options and Trading Limitations Customer Service Experiences Uphold Staking Updates Final Thoughts: Is Uphold Legit Uphold has developed a unique exchange for trading both digital and physical assets since its official launch in 2015. It’s one of the few crypto exchanges that also supports commodity and forex trading. It’s also one of the first...

Binance, MultiBank, XTX Markets, and More: Executive Moves of the Week

This week saw an upsurge in executive moves, appointments, departures, and promotions across multiple sectors. Major moves were experienced in the forex, fintech, cryptocurrency, digital banking, and financial consultancy space. MultiBank Group's Chief Development Officer Ruslan Abuzant exited the firm; Former CFDs CEO joined BlockFills as UAE GM; Nium tapped Spencer Hanlon as Chief Operating Officer to drive its global expansion; Binance FZE's General Manager Alex Chehade will exit after two Years; XTX Markets welcomes the Former Barclays CEO as Director. Elsewhere, Finom named ex-Revolut executive as Sales Chief; Capital.com onboarded Campbell MacPherson as CEO for Australian operations; the 3-month-old...

Nigeria’s Cryptocurrency Market Surpasses $400 Million, SEC Director General

You are here: Home / News / Nigeria’s Cryptocurrency Market Surpasses $400 Million, SEC Director General Emomotimi Agama, the Director General of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) of Nigeria, has revealed that the country’s cryptocurrency market has exceeded $400 million in value. This significant achievement highlights the rapid expansion and growing adoption of digital currencies in Nigeria, Africa’s largest economy. During a recent fintech conference in Abuja, Agama emphasized the increasing interest in cryptocurrencies among Nigerians, especially the youth. “Nigeria’s cryptocurrency market has experienced remarkable growth, now valued at over $400 million. This surge is a testament to the...

Will Ethereum NFTs Make a Comeback?

Will Ethereum NFTs Make a Comeback? News Desk · 2 months ago Onchain Highlights DEFINITION: The relative amount (share) of gas consumed by the Ethereum network by transactions interacting with non-fungible tokens. This category includes token contract standards (ERC721, ERC1155) and NFT marketplaces (OpenSea, Blur, LooksRare, Rarible, SuperRare) for trading those. Ethereum’s gas usage by NFTs has exhibited significant shifts over the past few years, mainly as different platforms have gained and lost prominence. Recent data indicates that Blur and OpenSea have consistently dominated gas consumption since early 2024. This reflects the increasing activity on these platforms as traders and...

Bitcoin Slump Hits NFT Market: Sales Volume Drops Sharply in Q2

The digital collectible market suffered a major decline in the second quarter of 2024, with sales hitting the lowest point since late last year. Data from CryptoSlam shows that non-fungible token (NFT) trading volume plunged 45% in Q2, falling to $2.24 billion. The decrease followed an initial surge from $2.9 billion in Q4 2023 to $4.1 billion in Q1 2024. As Bitcoin falters from a high level, the NFT market is under major pressure. NFTs are a risky asset, and when liquidity dries up, prices seem to fall off a cliff. Several factors could contribute to the downturn. These include...

Logan Paul Sues Coffeezilla Over CryptoZoo Comments

By Philip Maina 2 months agoSat Jun 29 2024 07:10:39 Reading Time: 2 minutes Logan Paul has sued YouTuber Coffeezilla for referring to the CryptoZoo NFT project as a scam Paul argues that the YouTuber’s comments are false and amount to defamation Paul holds that the project was derailed by unscrupulous advisers and not his lack of commitment Influencer Logan Paul is once again on YouTuber Coffeezilla’s neck concerning the CryptoZoo NFT project. Paul has filed a defamation lawsuit in a Texas court alleging that the YouTuber, whose real name is Stephen Findeisen, portrayed the influencer in a bad light...

U.S. Judge Lets Most of SEC Case Against Binance Proceed, Dismisses Secondary Sales Charge

A federal judge dismissed part of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission's (SEC) lawsuit against crypto exchange Binance and founder Changpeng Zhao , but allowed other charges, including charges against the holding company for Binance.US, to proceed. In a late Friday order, Judge Amy Berman Jackson, of the District Court for the District of Columbia, ruled that the SEC's charges against Binance for the initial coin offering and ongoing sales for BNB, BNB Vault, staking services, failure to register and fraud charges can proceed. She granted Binance and Zhao's motion to dismiss charges tied to secondary BNB sales and Simple...

IRS reveals final regulations for crypto broker rules

The Internal Revenue Service did not include decentralized exchanges or self-custodial wallets under its broker reporting requirements. 18376 Total views 14 Total shares Own this piece of crypto history Collect this article as NFT The United States Internal Revenue Service (IRS) revealed its final draft of the new crypto broker reporting requirements on June 28 and clarified the scope of industry participants affected by the new rule changes. According to the IRS’ new reporting guidelines, decentralized exchanges and self-custody wallets will not be subject to the new reporting rules. In the recent update, the IRS explained that it reviewed the...

US Treasury and IRS finalize crypto broker tax reporting rules

US Treasury and IRS finalize crypto broker tax reporting rules Mike Dalton · 2 months ago · 2 min read Brokers, including exchanges, must comply starting in 2026 and 2027. 2 min read Updated: Jun. 29, 2024 at 1:56 am UTC Cover art/illustration via CryptoSlate. Image includes combined content which may include AI-generated content. The US Treasury and IRS released final regulations defining the new reporting requirements for digital asset brokers on June 28. Crypto brokers, including exchanges, will need to report gross proceeds for crypto sales starting from 2026. This will include crypto sales during 2025. Furthermore, brokers will...

21Shares becomes second major firm to apply for a spot Solana ETF this week

21Shares becomes second major firm to apply for a spot Solana ETF this week Assad Jafri · 2 months ago · 2 min read 21Shares is the second major firm to file an application for a spot Solana ETF this week, and the third this month. 2 min read Updated: Jun. 28, 2024 at 11:45 pm UTC Cover art/illustration via CryptoSlate. Image includes combined content which may include AI-generated content. Asset manager 21Shares has filed for a spot Solana exchange-traded fund (ETF), marking the second such application from a major firm this week. The proposed 21Shares Core Solana ETF is...

Thorchain Investors Pivot to BlockDAG with $10 Projection for 2025, While BNB Struggles to Keep Up

Thorchain investors are seeking new opportunities after a significant 35.5% dip last month, while BNB price recovery remains uncertain due to reduced trading volumes on Binance. On the other hand, BlockDAG (BDAG) emerges as the top crypto presale, showcasing impressive growth and optimism. With its viral promotional efforts, $54.3 million raised in presale, and a $10 price projection for 2025, BlockDAG is attracting substantial attention. Its strategic marketing, integration into DeFi exchanges, and innovative ASIC mining devices make it a standout choice for investors looking for promising returns in the cryptocurrency market. Thorchain Investors Hopeful Amid RUNE’s Price Dip Thorchain’s...

POPCAT (SOL), Michi (MICHI), and Memeinator (MMTR) surges capture investors’ attention

Victoria, Seychelles, June 28th, 2024, Chainwire Bitget, the leading cryptocurrency exchange and Web3 company, will launch a unique social project in Vietnam. The campaign aims to educate people on how to use cryptocurrency securely and prevent fraud through engaging and understandable posters and banners. These educational materials, which will provide tips on detecting and avoiding cryptocurrency scams, will be displayed in public spaces such as bus stops, subways, and street billboards. Vietnam, one of Southeast Asia’s most dynamic economies, has consistently ranked highly on Chainalysis’ global crypto adoption index, currently holding the third position. According to a report by payment...

Fetch.ai Founder Clears Key Misconceptions about Merger with OCEAN and AGIX

Sheikh stated that centralized exchanges do not need to either delist or relist Fetch.ai’s FET token. Humayun Sheikh, the founder of Fetch.ai recently took to X to share insights into the platform’s proposed merger with SingularityNET and Ocean Protocol. Coinbase Withdraws Support For ASI Token Merger Just a few days before the start of the merger process, American cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase Global Inc (NASDAQ: COIN) decided against supporting the move. “Coinbase will not execute the migration of these assets on behalf of users,” the exchange said. In response to this statement, Sheikh stated that centralized exchanges do not need to...

Stablecoin Issuers Race to Meet EU Regulations Deadline

By Mark Hunter 2 months agoFri Jun 28 2024 09:02:37 Reading Time: 3 minutes Stablecoin providers have been racing to comply with new EU regulations effective June 30 New rules require stablecoin issuers to obtain authorization and face transaction limits in the EU Some EU-based exchanges have already removed certain stablecoins in anticipation of these regulations Tether , Circle, and other major stablecoin issuers are racing to get their ducks in a row within the EU before new regulations kick in on June 30. Starting Monday, new rules will require stablecoin issuers to obtain proper authorization to operate within the...

From Likes to Ledgers: The Financial Revolution of Social Media and Cryptocurrency

The direct integration of cryptocurrency into social media platforms is set to revolutionise global finance, offering unprecedented access to financial services. With substantial user bases and advanced anti-fraud measures, these platforms can democratise financial offerings, especially in developing countries. As social media becomes increasingly integral to daily life, successful models like TikTok and WeChat highlight the potential of merging blockchain payments with social interactions, signalling a transformative era for global finance. Source: https://internationalfinance.com/technology/top-crypto-social-media-platforms/ Traditional banking systems often grapple with inefficiencies such as high fees, slow processing times, and limited access for the underbanked. These issues create barriers for individuals and...

Emerging Cryptocurrency Set to Outperform Shiba Inu (SHIB) and Dogecoin (DOGE) in 2024

Shiba Inu and Dogecoin were the stars of 2021, offering astronomical returns to early investors and creating a frenzy in the crypto market. But as the crypto landscape evolves, new opportunities emerge. Enter Pawfury, an innovative cryptocurrency poised to surpass the success of Shiba Inu (SHIB) and Dogecoin (DOGE) in 2024. Pawfury’s Promising Start Pawfury has quickly become a standout in the crypto community, thanks to its innovative technology and vibrant community support. Its presale has already raised over $3.7 million, reflecting strong investor confidence in the project’s potential. Market analysts are optimistic about PawFury’s future, predicting significant growth once...

Tron Founder Justin Sun Dumps 173M TRX, Price Crash Ahead?

Despite the current movement of TRX on Binance, Tron price remains resilient to correction while eyeing for a strong breakout on the technical chart. In a major development, Tron founder Justin Sun and his team have transferred a total of 173 million TRX coins to crypto exchange Binance, as per data from Arkham Intelligence. Alongside moving $21 million worth of TRX, Justin Sun also moved 120.149 billion BitTorent (BTT), worth around $105,000, and 20.293 billion WINkLink (WIN), valued at $1.79 million, to Binance. Following this move of huge amounts of TRX, the altcoin is facing a minor selling pressure. As...

Remote Japanese Village Turns to NFTs to Support the Elderly

By Philip Maina 2 months agoThu Jun 27 2024 10:51:32 Reading Time: 2 minutes A remote Japanese village is using NFTs to support its ageing population The village is selling collectibles and using the proceeds to organize school events and other community initiatives The project has the blessings of the country’s ruling party, which contributed $62,500 as a grant Japan’s Neo-Yamakoshi village found in the Niigata mountains is changing how it cares for its elderly population by turning to NFTs . The village is using an NFT collection dubbed “Nishikigoi” to raise funds that go into funding community projects like...

Celebrity Memecoins: The Rising 2024 Crypto Trend and Its Significant Risks

The recent frenzy of celebrity memecoins mirrors the celebrity NFT craze of the 2021 cycle, bringing with it big risks, and possibly signalling tough times ahead for the crypto market. Most celeb memecoins launched during the current craze are way down on their all-time highs. We’ve once again reached that ominous phase of the market cycle where low-tier celebs start piling into crypto, launching dubious projects in an attempt to pocket a quick, easy payday. In 2017 we had a wave of celeb-backed initial coin offerings (ICOs), in 2021 we saw a slew of celeb-backed NFT collections—and this time around...

NFTs Are Dead (But They’re Changing Everything)

Two years ago, Non-fungible tokens (NFTs) captivated the world with skyrocketing prices and mainstream attention, but then the market snapped back and many said that NFTs were “dead.” They spoke too soon. This technology continues to proliferate on a global scale, reshaping entire industries. Even with the NFT market reaching sales volumes of nearly 200,000 NFTs worth over $191 million per day it’s easy to dismiss them as Internet culture toys due to headline grabbing projects like CryptoPunks and Bored Apes . You're reading Crypto Long & Short , our weekly newsletter featuring insights, news and analysis for the professional...

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