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Bitcoin (BTC) fell to multi-day lows at the June 5 Wall Street open as action heated up on exchanges. Van de Poppe: Trend line failure could mean “bottom isn’t in yet” Data from Cointelegraph Markets Pro and TradingView showed BTC/USD wicking to $26,640 on Bitstamp. Down nearly 3% versus the weekend’s highs, the pair looked

Cryptocurrency markets are well-known for their volatility, where large price swings help investors create or lose fortunes. Yet there are often periods of relative stability where the tight price action bores some while being an opportunity for others. Since the beginning of the year, Bitcoin’s (BTC) price has soared by over 60%, climbing from around

The United States equities markets rallied sharply on June 2 even though the nonfarm payrolls in May rose 339,000, blowing past economists’ expectations of a 190,000 increase. A few analysts pointed out that the market was possibly encouraged by the slower growth rate of hourly earnings which was slightly below estimates and an uptick in

The European crypto scene has gained significant traction over the past few years, with a surge in the interest in and adoption of cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology. While the crypto industry is often associated with decentralization, innovation and financial freedom, it is not immune to various political ideologies and influences, and right-wing movements are no

BitCulture explores arts, culture, music and media in blockchain and Web3. Fine art on the blockchain Exchange.art head curator Haley Karren came to Web3 from some of the world’s leading art institutions and says that working with 14,000 artists on Solana’s fine art marketplace has broadened her tastes.  “I have a new appreciation for pixel art,

Bitcoin (BTC) tested $27,000 on May 31 as weakness prevailed into the monthly close. Analyst: Bitcoin reaching “crucial area” Data from Cointelegraph Markets Pro and TradingView followed BTC/USD as it continued to lose momentum after local highs near $28,500. As early-week excitement faded, traders and analysts warned that now was a make-or-break point for the

Cryptocurrency exchanges in Japan are preparing for the enforcement of the Financial Action Task Force’s Anti-Money Laundering (AML) regulations known as the Travel Rule. Major Japanese crypto exchange bitFlyer on May 30 announced the adoption of measures in response to the enforcement of stricter AML measures targeting crypto transactions in Japan. bitFlyer has introduced restrictions

Technical analyst Cheds has dreamed of being a trader since his childhood. However, the journey he had to take to fulfill his dream wasn’t very straightforward.  In an episode of Cointelegraph’s Crypto Stories, Cheds shared his humble beginnings. According to the technical analyst, he always dreamed about trading stocks since he was a kid. He

Cryptocurrency exchange Binance continues expanding its global reach by securing new regulatory approvals in Thailand. Gulf Binance — a joint crypto venture of Binance and Gulf Energy’s innovation arm Gulf Innova — has received digital asset operator licenses from Thailand’s Ministry of Finance. The licenses enable the firm to operate a crypto exchange regulated by

Bitcoin (BTC) has reached a “decision point” for price action, but speculators are in charge, says a new analysis. In findings uploaded to Twitter on May 26, Checkmate — lead on-chain analyst at Glassnode — revealed a BTC price showdown in the making. Analyst warns Bitcoin bulls “not doing anything” Struggling near key trend lines,

A restructuring plan for bankrupt Bitcoin (BTC) miner Core Scientific could be finalized by September and it expects to exit proceedings with an additional $46 million due to recent favorable market conditions. In a May 22 filing in a Texas Bankruptcy Court, Core Scientific’s lawyers said its liquidity position has improved considerably since it filed

Ethereum’s native Ether (ETH) token may be both a commodity and a security, the former commissioner of the United States Commodities Futures Trading Commission has claimed. Speaking on a May 23 episode of Laura Shin’s Unchained podcast, Dan Berkovitz, who is also the former general counsel at the Securities and Exchange Commission, said that it’s

Bitcoin (BTC) remained stuck inside a narrow range into May 20 as cryptocurrency markets shook off United States macro triggers. Powell leaves market with “tons of uncertainty” Data from Cointelegraph Markets Pro and TradingView showed BTC/USD trading just below $27,000. The pair had seen brief volatility after Jerome Powell, Chair of the Federal Reserve, gave

The United States has hit its $31.4 trillion debt ceiling and is now running out of money.  As pointed out by Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen, the debt ceiling needs to be lifted before June 1. Otherwise, the country risks missing its debt obligations due to Treasury bond holders and thereby defaulting on its sovereign debt.

Bitcoin (BTC) has crossed a significant threshold this month — and while it does not involve price, it does involve “millions.” Data from on-chain analytics firm Glassnode confirms that as of May 18, there are over one million addresses which hold at least 1 BTC. Back: Adoption trend lays path to “hyperbitcoinization” It was a

Bitcoin (BTC) price lost steam after a failed rupture of the $27,500 resistance on May 15, putting bears in a better position for the May 19 expiry. The regulatory newsflow likely played a key role in trimming investors’ risk appetite as governments seek more control over the sector. In a memo circulated among committee members,

Litecoin rose for a third consecutive session on Tuesday, despite cryptocurrency markets mostly falling lower. The global market cap is currently down by 1.28%, as overall market uncertainty remains high. Apecoin also rallied, extending recent gains. Litecoin (LTC) Litecoin (LTC) was once again in the green, as the token rose for a third consecutive session.

Your guide to the exhiliarating and vaguely terrifying world of runaway AI development. It’s been a hell of a couple of weeks for Melbourne digital artist Rhett Mankind, 46, who enlisted ChatGPT to create a $100 million market cap coin called Turbo, which has now inspired a Beeple artwork and saved a man’s life. Mankind,

In the past week, the Bitcoin network has made progress in resolving its congestion issues. On May 7, 2023, the number of unconfirmed transactions reached an all-time high of over 500,000 transfers, causing a major backlog. However, as of today, that number has been reduced to 263,406. Currently, 184 blocks need to be cleared to

Bitcoin (BTC) sought to pass $27,000 on May 13 after a “scam wick” produced new two-month lows. Traders: BTC price must retain $26,500 Data from Cointelegraph Markets Pro and TradingView followed BTC/USD as it recovered from a flash dip to $25,800 on Bitstamp. The pair saw weakness after the start of the week’s final Wall