Bitcoin to Hit $160K in 2024 after Halving, Spot ETF Approval, Fed Interest Rate Cuts: CryptoQuant

CryptoQuant says factors like the halving, ETF, approval, and rate cuts, could push Bitcoin to $160K next year. Analysts are bullish on the potential of Bitcoin (BTC) for next year, indicating several factors that could pump the price to $160,000. According to a blockchain analytics firm CryptoQuant report, Bitcoin may already be on its way to more than double its current all-time high (ATH). Multi-Factorial Push for Bitcoin, According to CryptoQuant CryptoQuant highlighted several indicators, including the upcoming Bitcoin halving in April, increased network activity as demand rises, and recorded…

ZKFair Releases First Community-Owned ZK L2 Along with 100% Airdrop

The ZKFair initiative emerges as a community-driven response to injustices and challenges in the Zero-Knowledge (ZK) landscape. It introduces transformative features and a vision for a fairer, more inclusive ZK Layer 2 network. In response to perceived injustices, inflated valuations, and domination by venture capitalists within the Zero-Knowledge (ZK) landscape, a transformative movement has emerged. Introducing the ZKFair initiative, this community-driven effort seeks to rectify the imbalances and usher in a fairer, more inclusive ZK ecosystem. ZKFair launched its testnet earlier this month on December 6th. The anticipated Mainnet release…

Polkastarter Announces Ambitious Plans for 2024 amid POLS Price Surge

Polkastarter outlined its mission for 2024, which is to level the playing field for a fairer financial system.  Polkastarter (POLS), a popular decentralized fundraising platform, has stated its ambitious plans for 2024 and highlighted that it would be its best year yet. With an optimistic outlook, Polkastarter aims to revolutionize early-stage fundraising and make Web 3.0 innovation accessible to everyone. The vision for the upcoming year includes a slew of exciting updates and features that will enhance the user experience and reinforce Polkastarter’s commitment to fairness and community engagement. Polkastarter’s…

Bitcoin Spot ETF Is Biggest Development on Wall Street in Last 30 Years, Michael Saylor Says

By removing barriers that have discouraged participation, Saylor predicts that Bitcoin spot ETFs will lead to a surge in demand as previously untapped capital flows into the limited cryptocurrency market. According to MicroStrategy Chairman Michael Saylor, the upcoming Wall Street launch of Bitcoin (BTC) spot exchange-traded funds (ETFs) is a significant event. Saylor recently stated on Bloomberg that he believes these new funds could be the most significant development in the investment world in the last thirty years. Similarly to the introduction of S&P 500 index funds in the early…

Solana Can Outperform XRP to Take Top 5 by Market Cap

The sixth largest cryptocurrency Solana (SOL) has all chances to enter the Top 5. Solana (SOL) is threatening to replace XRP among the world’s top five leading cryptocurrencies by market capitalization, driven by an increased surge of activities within the Solana ecosystem.  According to CoinMarketCap data, currently ranked as the sixth-largest token in the industry, SOL has the potential to surpass XRP’s market cap.  At press time,  SOL is trading around $76.91, with a market capitalization of $32,898,753,885, closely following XRP at $33,009,755,118. SOL Could Reach New Highs of $80…

Lynex Integrates dLIMIT and dTWAP Protocols

Thanks to a new integration with Orbs-based dLIMIT and dTWAP protocols, users of the popular DEX Lynex can enjoy limit and TWAP orders. Popular Linea-based DEX Lynex has announced the integration of both dLIMIT and dTWAP protocols into its platform. dLIMIT and dTWAP are decentralized, permissionless DeFi protocols based on the Orbs network and both offer a plethora of benefits for Lynex users. How dLIMIT and dTWAP Benefit Lynex Thanks to this new integration, traders on Lynex can break orders into smaller bits through TWAP orders and guarantee prices for…

Immutable Debuts New Crypto Wallet ‘Passport’ for Online Gamers 

The launch of Immutable Passport comes shortly after the company introduced a new gaming solution that allows developers to build games that eliminate transaction fees. Blockchain gaming developer Immutable has announced the official release of its new wallet infrastructure, named Immutable Passport. In a recent announcement, the company revealed that Passport is an innovative universal sign-on and wallet solution designed to streamline player access to online games and marketplaces. The new product allows users to move their identities, game achievements, and digital assets from one platform to another without the…

Coinbase Builds Runway for Mass Adoption of Crypto Assets and Web 3.0 Industry

With about 425 million owning crypto and more than 80 percent of G20 countries moving towards enabling digital assets, Coinbase is confident the industry will unlock economic freedom to billions of users. The cryptocurrency industry has continued to evolve with the market needs and the fast-changing global regulatory landscape. The trillion-dollar industry is preparing for mass adoption with about 425 million global investors owning various crypto assets. Moreover, more governments around the world have been perpetuating poor monetary policies that weigh heavily on ordinary investors over the years. With Bitcoin…

Affirm Expands to Self-Checkout at Over 4,590 Walmart Stores, AFRM Stock Jumps 15%

The collaboration between Affirm and Walmart is expected to increase the purchasing power during the end-of-year festive season as more shoppers can pay over time. Affirm Holdings Inc (NASDAQ: AFRM), an American financial technology company that offers buy now pay later (BNPL) services for online and in-store purchases, has announced a strategic partnership with Walmart Inc (NYSE: WMT) to expand their services during this holiday shopping season. According to the announcement, Affirm has now expanded its buy now, pay later services to self-checkout Walmart kiosks at over 4,500 Walmart stores…

Worldcoin Launches World ID 2.0 with Tiered Authentication and Major Integrations

World ID Apps allow users to verify accounts and apply a verification status similar to the blue checkmark used on some social media platforms. The latest version of Worldcoin’s identity platform World ID 2.0 comes with the addition of Apps, a new way to build and use integrations to verify your online accounts using World ID. Thanks to the upgrade, users will be able to explore various apps available on the new Worldcoin App Store, including the new integrations with Reddit, Discord, Shopify, Minecraft, messaging app Telegram, and e-commerce platform…