Bitcoin is expected to trade within a narrow range this quarter, according to Michael Novogratz, founder of Galaxy Digital Holdings Ltd. “Bitcoin, ethereum and everything else, solana will consolidate,” he said last week, adding that it means BTC will probably trade “somewhere between $55,000 and $75,000 until the next set of circumstances, the next set […] Original
Month: May 2024
Skybridge’s Scaramucci: Institutional Adoption of Bitcoin Is Happening Now
Anthony Scaramucci, founder of Skybridge Capital, believes that the institutional adoption of bitcoin is happening now. Highlighting recent developments like the State of Wisconsin Investment Board investing in Blackrock’s spot bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF), he predicts that other pension funds will make similar announcements. “Bitcoin now has the regulatory approval and I think that was […] Source BitcoincryptoexchangeExchanges CryptoX Portal
Donald Trump Viewed as ‘America’s First Crypto President’ by Former CFTC Chairman
Former Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) Chairman Chris Giancarlo has emphasized former U.S. President Donald Trump’s critical role in the cryptocurrency industry, dubbing him “America’s first crypto president” due to the approval of bitcoin futures during his administration. Trump’s crypto stance has evolved significantly since he was in office. ‘Trump May Justifiably Claim to Be […] Source CryptoX Portal
US Congress Passes First Standalone Crypto Legislation
The U.S. Congress has passed its first standalone crypto legislation, which aims to overturn the controversial U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)’s SAB 121 rules regarding crypto assets. However, President Joe Biden has threatened to veto this decision, citing concerns about financial stability and market uncertainty. ‘We Are Just Getting Started’ In a historic move, […] Source BitcoincryptoexchangeExchanges CryptoX Portal
Venezuelan Authorities Announce Bitcoin Mining Ban, Confiscate Over 11,000 Miners to Face the Nation’s Energy Crisis
The Venezuelan National Power Ministry announced a special operation to disconnect all bitcoin mining farms from the grid. Authorities have seized over 11,000 bitcoin miners as the government seeks to reduce the power usage from high-power customers siphoning energy from the national electric system. Venezuelan Authorities Seize and Disconnect Over 11,000 Bitcoin Miners Amidst Energy […] Original
Venezuela cuts off crypto mining to tackle energy crisis
Venezuela becomes the latest nation to put a ban on crypto mining firms, citing heavy energy consumption. According to local news outlet AlbertoNews, Venezuela’s Ministry of Electric Power plans to cut off crypto-mining companies drawing power from the national power grid SEN (Sistema Electrico Nacional). The Venezuelan government plans to control excess energy consumption through the latest move while ensuring a consistent power supply for the local population. Venezuela’s National Association of Cryptocurrencies also confirmed the latest ban on the crypto mining industry in a May 18 X post. The move follows the recent…
Over $23M in Casascius Bitcoins Redeemed in 2024, Leaving $2.7B Untouched
As of the latest data, 352.3 BTC valued at $23.5 million linked to Casascius physical bitcoins have been redeemed this year. Despite 155 physical bitcoin peels, an estimated $2.7 billion in value remains unclaimed and associated with these tangible assets. 18,741 of Mike Caldwell’s Casascius Coins Still Remain Unpeeled In the early days, Mike Caldwell […] Source CryptoX Portal
Solana Blasts Past Resistance: Buckle Up for $330
Solana (SOL) is riding a wave of investor confidence, with its price steadily climbing towards uncharted territory. This bullish trend has analysts scrambling for their charts and telescopes, predicting a potential price explosion that could propel SOL to its all-time high (ATH) and beyond. However, amidst the excitement, some experts urge caution, reminding investors that cryptocurrency seas can be treacherous. Related Reading Solana Sets Sail For Higher Ground The past week has been a banner one for Solana. The price has surged nearly 20%, surpassing a key resistance level at…
Top cryptocurrencies to watch this week: SOL, BONK, FTM
Top cryptocurrencies demonstrated a robust recovery last week. The global market cap surged by 7% to reach $2.41 trillion. This increase reflected a $160 billion gain in valuation, driven by significant rises in most of the leading cryptocurrencies. Here are our picks for the top cryptocurrencies to watch this week: SOL, BONK and FMT prices – May 19 | Source: Santiment SOL retests 1-month high Solana (SOL) emerged as one of the top cryptocurrencies last week, despite experiencing range-bound movements initially. It began the week below the critical $150 threshold…
Cryptoquant CEO Predicts Bull Run Midpoint as Bitcoin Recovers
The price of bitcoin experienced a challenging May, dipping below $60,000 to reach a low of $56,500 per unit on May 1, 2024. Currently valued at $66,900 per unit, bitcoin’s price is showing improvement as June approaches. The founder of the onchain and market data platform Cryptoquant has noted that the bull run is at […] Original