Category: Exchanges

BTC Prices Take Breather as Exchange-Traded Funds Record Another Day of Monster Inflows

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A breather in the market from a wider pump earlier in the week came amid a second straight day of strong inflows for U.S. bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs). The ETFs recorded over $893 million in inflows on Wednesday after taking in $879 million on Tuesday, the first back-to-back inflows of more than $850 million. Cumulative net inflows since their introduction in January now total $24 billion, according to data tracked by Farside Investors. Source

FTX’s Nishad Singh Gets No Prison Time for Role in Crypto Exchange Collapse

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Singh, 29, who pleaded guilty to six criminal counts including wire fraud and conspiracy in February, is the fourth FTX executive to be sentenced for his role in the fraud. Bankman-Fried was sentenced to 25 years in prison in March for his role as ringleader. Former FTX Digital Markets CEO Ryan Salame, who did not testify against Bankman-Fried, recently began serving his 7.5 year prison sentence. And Caroline Ellison, former Alameda Research CEO and one-time girlfriend of Bankman-Fried, was sentenced to two years by the same judge, District Judge Lewis…

FBS Research Examines Cryptocurrency's Impact in Hyperinflated Economies

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FBS, a leading global broker, explores the essential role of cryptocurrencies in hyperinflated economies. In the recently published article, FBS experts analyze the benefits of digital currencies in countries like Venezuela, Argentina, Zimbabwe, Nigeria, and Brazil, where national currencies continue to suffer rapid devaluation. As inflation surges in these regions, digital currencies are recognized for their potential to preserve wealth and facilitate transactions outside traditional banking systems. According to FBS analysts, cryptocurrencies offer a flexible, accessible solution, particularly for those facing restrictions on foreign exchange. The adoption of cryptocurrencies —…

Ginoa to List on MEXC Global Exchange on October 31, 2024

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PRESS RELEASE. Ginoa, a pioneer in AI-driven solutions for NFTs and the Metaverse, is excited to announce its upcoming listing on MEXC Global Exchange on October 31, 2024. This significant milestone will bring Ginoa’s innovative platform and GINOA token to a global audience, enhancing both liquidity and accessibility. The MEXC listing represents a major step […] Source

Binance Launches New Crypto Exchange-Based Platform for Wealth Managers and High Net Worth Clients

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The leading crypto exchange by trading volume is launching a new platform built with high-net-worth clients in mind. According to a new press release, Binance is launching “Binance Wealth,” a platform tailored to wealth managers. “Binance Wealth allows wealth managers to oversee the onboarding of their clients and make investment recommendations, allowing their clients to receive strong support during onboarding and thereafter while retaining full discretionary control, akin to traditional wealth management.” As the name suggests, the new platform will aim to target wealth managers, though it does not set…

Crypto Exchange OKX Announces ‘Milestone’ Partnership With Investment Bank Standard Chartered

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The fourth-largest crypto exchange by trading volume is announcing a new partnership with a prominent international banking giant. In a new announcement, OKX says it is collaborating with Standard Chartered with the aim of enhancing custodial solutions for institutional clients. “Today we were pleased to announce that we’ve officially partnered with Standard Chartered, a leading international cross-border bank, as our third-party crypto custodian for institutional clients. This milestone reflects our commitment to security, innovation, and the future of digital assets.” According to the press release, Standard Chartered will act as…

Bitcoin Price (BTC) Gain Gives Small Boost to Cryptocurrency-Related Stocks

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Perhaps having discounted some of the bitcoin rally with strong gains over recent days, crypto stocks for the most part aren’t posting major advances thus far on Tuesday. Most notably, MicroStrategy (MSTR) – which has vastly outperformed bitcoin prices in recent months – is up just 0.9% for the session. Crypto exchange Coinbase (COIN) is up 1.2%. Checking miners, MARA Holdings (MARA) is ahead 1.4%, Riot Platforms (RIOT) 3% and Hut 8 (HUT) 3%. Source

Silk Road-Linked Money Laundering: US Charges Bitcoin Exchange Operator

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The US Department of Justice has charged Maximiliano Pilipis with alleged offences related to operating an unlicensed cryptocurrency exchange and laundering proceeds from Silk Road, a now-closed anonymous dark web marketplace. Charged with Money Laundering and Tax Evasion Announced yesterday (Monday), the 53-year-old faces five counts of money laundering and two counts of willfully failing to file a tax return. If convicted, he could face up to 10 years in prison and a fine of up to $250,000. Pilipis operated AurumXchange between 2009 and 2013 without a licence, allowing individuals…