Montenegro court dismisses Terra’s Do Kwon extradition appeal: report

Montenegro’s Constitutional Court has rejected an appeal by crypto mogul Do Kwon, paving the way for a decision on his extradition to either the U.S. or South Korea. Do Kwon, founder of Terraform Labs, has lost his appeal in Montenegro’s Constitutional Court, which he had filed to reconsider its decision on his extradition, the Korea JoongAng Daily has learned. The ruling means that Kwon’s case will now be decided by Montenegro’s justice minister, who will determine whether Kwon will be sent to the United States or South Korea for trial.…

DeFi Exploits Plunge 40% In 2024, But Centralized Exchange Losses Soar – Report

Este artículo también está disponible en español. According to a report published today by blockchain security firm Hacken, decentralized finance (DeFi) protocols witnessed a steep decline in exploits in 2024, while centralized finance (CeFi) platforms more than doubled their losses due to security breaches. DeFi Platforms Show Better Security Mechanisms In its annual “Web3 Security Report,” Hacken outlined the general trends in the cryptocurrency industry with regard to scams and security infrastructure. The report notes that total losses arising from security failure in 2024 stood at $2.91 billion. Related Reading…

Bitcoin Supply Shock: Cryptoquant Report Highlights Shrinking Sell-Side Liquidity

Bitcoin’s supply dynamics are shifting dramatically, with demand surging and available sell-side inventory shrinking to its lowest levels in over four years, according to research from Cryptoquant and its analysts. Bitcoin Market Faces Supply Shock as Sell-Side Liquidity Hits Four-Year Low This evolving landscape suggests a tightening market that could have long-term implications for crypto […] Original

Bitcoin May Surge To $200,000 By Mid-2025 Amid ‘Mild’ Price Pullbacks: Report

Este artículo también está disponible en español. In a report published on December 17, analysts at cryptocurrency exchange Bitfinex stated that a combination of rising institutional adoption of Bitcoin (BTC) and bullish technical indicators could push the leading cryptocurrency as high as $200,000 by mid-2025. The report also predicts that any price corrections during 2025 are likely to ‘remain mild.’ Bitcoin Pullbacks To Be Mild In 2025 Earlier this month, Bitcoin crossed the psychologically significant $100,000 price level, pushing its total market capitalization to slightly above $2 trillion at the…

Bitcoin Could Peak Between $160,000 And $290,000 – Report

Este artículo también está disponible en español. As we approach the end of the year, Bitcoin (BTC) continues flying to new highs, setting bullish expectations for the rest of the cycle. Bitfinex’s latest reports suggest when BTC’s peak could come and how much climbing might be left for the flagship crypto. Related Reading Bitcoin’s ‘Unique’ Cycle In its latest Alpha Report, Bitfinex highlighted the crypto industry’s big strides in adoption and mainstream recognition this year, which have differentiated this cycle from previous ones. Notably, the launch and increasing institutional demand…

Cryptocurrency Market to grow by USD 34.5 Billion (2024-2028), driven by rising investments in digital assets, Report on AI’s impact on market trends – Technavio

NEW YORK, Dec. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Report on how AI is redefining market landscape – The global cryptocurrency market size is estimated to grow by USD 34.5 billion from 2024-2028, according to Technavio. The market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 16.64% during the forecast period. Rising investment in digital assets is driving market growth, with a trend towards acceptance of cryptocurrency by retailers. However, volatility in value of cryptocurrency poses a challenge. Key market players include AlphaPoint Corp., Binance Holdings Ltd., Bitcoinforme S.L., Bitfury Group Ltd., CEX.IO Ltd, Coinbase Global…

Bitcoin Set to Reach $160,000 in 2025, According to Matrixport Report

The report notes bitcoin’s integration into diversified portfolios with a recommendation to allocate 1.55% for optimal diversification and portfolio stability. Bitcoin 2025 Target: $160,000 Matrixport, an all-in-one hub for crypto financial services in Asia has predicted bitcoin to hit $160,000 in 2025. This is according to its bitcoin 2025 target report released on Friday, Dec. […] Original

Ukraine Primed To Legalize Cryptocurrency in the First Quarter of 2025: Report

Ukrainian legislators are reportedly likely to approve a proposed law that will legalize cryptocurrency in the country. Citing a statement from Danylo Hetmantsev, chairman of the unicameral parliament Verkhovna Rada’s Financial, Tax and Customs Policy Committee, the Ukrainian online newspaper Epravda reports there is a high probability that Ukraine will legalize cryptocurrency in the first quarter of 2025. Says Hetmantsev, “If we talk about cryptocurrency, the working group is completing the preparation of the relevant bill for the first reading. I think that the text together with the National Bank…