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Grayscale Investments CEO Michael Sonnenshein is calling on the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for more regulatory clarity, with the hope that the digital currency asset manager isn't banned from using Coinbase as its custodian. In a letter, addressed to SEC Secretary...

Data from blockchain analytics firm Glassnode revealed long-term holders ("hodlers") of Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) are currently profitable, marking the first time in nearly a year. Glassnode's seven-day average of Bitcoin's long-term holder spent output profit ratio (LTH-SOPR)...

The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) plans to introduce a digital currency backed by gold reserves held at the central bank. This move is part of a broader strategy to stabilize the Zimbabwean currency, with the goal of anchoring the Zimbabwe dollar to the country's gold reserves, the Sunday...

A survey conducted by the Pew Research Center has revealed that approximately two-thirds of all U.S. adults do not trust cryptocurrencies. Among the 88% of Americans who have heard of cryptocurrencies, 75% do not believe that the current methods for investing, trading, or using cryptocurrencies are...

The cryptocurrency world is no stranger to volatility, but few digital currencies have experienced the rollercoaster ride of Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE), the popular meme coin. With its roots firmly planted in internet humor, Dogecoin's rise to prominence is as fascinating as it is perplexing. At...

Tech billionaire and Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE) advocate Elon Musk made a joke about a fee for visiting Twitter headquarters, which he suggested should be paid in DOGE. Responding to a user who expressed interest in visiting the social media company's head office, Musk quipped that it would "...

As global banks face turmoil, Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) has been experiencing an astonishing rally and its proponents are already looking ahead to the coin's next significant milestone of $30,000.  Since March 8, when problems first surfaced around SVB Financial Group's (NASDAQ:...

FTX Trading and its affiliated debtors (together, known as FTC Debtors) on Monday announced that one of their debtor affiliates, Alameda Research, filed a lawsuit against Grayscale Investments in the Court of Chancery in the State of Delaware. The FTX Debtors also asserted claims against...

The Bank of England has put forward a proposal to launch a digital currency that would be solely issued by the central bank that could be used by households and businesses for their everyday payments, allowing individuals to access their funds via a digital wallet accessible through smartphones or...

Trader, podcaster, and Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) evangelist Max Keiser says that the world’s largest digital currency has bottomed out in this cycle and is well on its way to crossing the $220,000 price point. Speaking with journalist Daniela Cambone, he noted that billionaire venture...

Samsung Asset Management Hong Kong, a division of the South Korean technology giant, is planning to introduce a new Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) futures ETF on Jan 13. The ETF, named "Samsung Bitcoin Futures Active ETF," aims to provide investors with similar returns as investing in the spot...

The Tel Aviv Stock Exchange and the Office of the Accountant General of the Israeli Ministry of Finance are working together to test a blockchain-based platform for trading digital bonds. The initiative will be backed by Israeli blockchain infrastructure firm Fireblocks and multicloud service...

While Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (NYSE: CMG) shares are up on Thursday morning, they were quiet during Wednesday’s after-hours trading session after it was announced the international fast-casual Mexican restaurant would begin to accept Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) as a form of payment. What...

A new report indicates one of the world’s largest retailers is pushing into the metaverse, which would likely support a future multitrillion dollar opportunity for the emerging sector. What Happened: Walmart Inc (NYSE: WMT) has filed trademarks with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office...

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