The Federal Government of Nigeria has launched an initiative to train 1,000 Nigerians annually in artificial intelligence (AI), blockchain, and other cutting-edge technologies. The program, called the “AI Expertise Blockchain and Technology Training and Outsourcing Initiative,” aims to position Nigeria as a leader in digital transformation in Africa. The government is partnering with Gluwa, a […] Source CryptoX Portal
Sygnum, which is licensed in Luxembourg, Singapore, and its native Switzerland, plans to acquire new licenses in Europe under the Markets in Crypto Assets (MiCA) regulations, which started to take effect last month and introduced a single regulatory environment throughout the 27-nation trading bloc. It also plans to expand its regulated operations in Hong Kong. Source
The XRP price has struggled despite scoring multiple partial victories against the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) over the last year. The initial surge was not enough to push it into the coveted $1 level. However, this has not deterred bulls, especially with bullish formations on the chart and multiple predictions that the XRP price is set to hit a new all-time high. XRP Price Flashes Golden Cross A pseudonymous crypto analyst who goes by @Nico369K on the X (formerly Twitter) platform has pointed out an interesting formation…
Crypto exchange Kraken has completed the distribution of bitcoin and bitcoin cash from the Mt. Gox estate to creditors, marking the end of a decade-long process. Kraken CEO David Ripley expressed gratitude for the Trustee’s efforts in preserving the coins’ value despite legal challenges. Kraken Distributes Mt. Gox Bitcoin and Bitcoin Cash to Creditors Cryptocurrency […] Original
Solana’s SOL and Ripple’s XRP were notable outperformers. Original
Fold Inc., a bitcoin financial services firm, is set to go public through a merger with FTAC Emerald Acquisition Corp., a special purpose acquisition company (SPAC). The transaction, expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2024, will see Fold listed on Nasdaq under a new ticker symbol. Fold to Go Public Through Merger with […] Original
Traders are becoming drawn to the meme-inspired crypto PEPE, after a technical study by the famous crypto expert World Of Charts shows it has some surprises under its sleeves. As shown on X, PEPE is forming a positive pennant, which is a common technical sign for big price increases. According to World of Charts, the price of the meme coin could go up by 25 to 30%. Related Reading Converging trendlines following a significant price gain, commonly called the flagpole, constitute the bullish pennant, which often indicates a halt before…
Senator Cynthia Lummis of Wyoming is preparing to introduce new legislation that would require the Federal Reserve to hold bitcoin as a strategic reserve asset, as reported by Fox Business News. According to three anonymous individuals with knowledge of the matter, the bill is set to be announced at the annual Bitcoin Conference in Nashville, […] Original
Sen. Cynthia Lummis of Wyoming is poised to announce legislation that could establish Bitcoin as a mainstream financial asset in the United States. At the upcoming Bitcoin 2024 conference in Nashville, Tennessee, where former President Donald Trump is also set to speak, Lummis aims to announce a bill requiring the Federal Reserve to hold Bitcoin (BTC) as a strategic reserve asset. If successful, this move would mark a significant shift in U.S. monetary policy, aligning Bitcoin with traditional reserves like gold and foreign currencies. The bill’s details remain under wraps,…
Analysts from H.C. Wainwright claim that Riot’s acquisition of Block Mining is a great move for the company and its hash rate. Riot Platforms, Inc. has significantly enhanced its growth and operational capacity by acquiring Kentucky-based Block Mining, Inc. for $92.5 million. The acquisition consists of $18.5 million in cash and $74 million in Riot common stock, with an additional earn-out consideration of up to $32.5 million contingent on achieving specific milestones. “With a combined 60 MW of existing developed capacity, and a pipeline to rapidly scale to over 300…