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Polymarket payouts to be delayed unless Fox, NBC agree on US election winner

No matter who wins the 2024 US presidential election, Polymarket users may have to wait months for their settlements. 

Bitcoin’s fair value: BTC may never fall below $60K, says economist

Other key indicators suggest that Bitcoin’s long-term floor price is above $40,000.

Swift, UBS, Chainlink pilot tokenized fund settlement

Swift, UBS and Chainlink aim to modernize traditional finance by enhancing tokenized fund processes with blockchain.

What is Pyth Network (PYTH)?

Pyth Network aggregates price information from a network of trusted data providers, including exchanges and market makers, to ensure that the data is accurate and timely.

Trump win confirmed? Jim Cramer says markets predict Harris win

Some crypto investors see a Trump victory due to the infamous “inverse Cramer” effect, following the television host’s prediction of a Harris victory.

Mt. Gox moves $2.2B of Bitcoin, adding to BTC selling pressure

More than $9.4 billion worth of Bitcoin was owed to about 127,000 Mt. Gox creditors for over 10 years.

Hamster Kombat loses 86% of users as Paws Mini App soars on Telegram

As interest in Hamster Kombat declines, PAWS surges, outperforming the once-top Telegram Mini App.

Binance, CZ file motion to dismiss SEC’s amended complaint

Secondary market resales of crypto assets long after they were first distributed by their developers are not “securities” transactions, lawyers for Binance and its former CEO argued.

Bitcoin price outlook hinges on 2024 US election outcome — Analysts

Post-election price volatility could set the stage for Bitcoin’s rally to a record high above $73,800.

Meet the pro-crypto contenders who could replace SEC chief Gary Gensler

There are several new candidates who could potentially become the next chair of the SEC.

Bitcoin price needs 2 months to return 'above macro trend' — Forecast

BTC price strength will be back with a vengeance early in 2025, analysis predicts, but the US Presidential Election will bug Bitcoin bulls until Inauguration Day.

OpenAI in talks with regulators to become a for-profit company: Report

The $157 billion artificial intelligence giant wants to retain a nonprofit arm to pursue its mission of benevolent AI development. 

‘Calm before the storm’ — Bitcoin volatility stalls ahead of US election

After notching a three-month high last week, Bitcoin volatility has flattened out as traders await the outcome of the US election with bated breath.

Meta opens Llama AI model up to US military

Meta said sharing open-sourcing AI tech within the US and with its allies will play a role in helping it preserve the “technological edge” over China and other competitors.

US Bitcoin ETFs notch second-largest daily outflow on eve of election

The 11 US spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded a net outflow of $541.1 million for Nov. 4, their second-largest outflow day in history. 

Robinhood, Kraken, Paxos launch Global Dollar stablecoin network

A swathe of major firms from traditional finance have partnered to launch the Global Dollar Network, a regulation-compliant network designed to accelerate the adoption of stablecoins. 

Semler Scientific ‘laser-focused’ on buying Bitcoin, says CEO

Medical device firm Semler Scientific has spent $71 million to buy 1,058 Bitcoin, adding another 181 Bitcoin to its stash over Q3 and into the start of November.

Marathon, Riot record highest monthly BTC production since April halving

Both firms attributed the expanded Bitcoin production partially to increasing their energized hash rates in October.

Microsoft risks shareholder lawsuit if it ignores Bitcoin and prices rise — NCPPR

Microsoft has a “fiduciary duty” to do what is in the financial interests of shareholders and slighting Bitcoin could go against those interests, a policy research center executive said.

These crypto ETFs are 'call options' on the US elections

The US presidential race could determine the fate of more than half a dozen proposed crypto ETFs.

Curve Finance, TON drive DeFi evolution with partnerships

2025 will be TON’s year of DeFi, and it has partnered with Curve Finance to support a competition to find early leaders.

Live Countdown to US Elections 2024: What’s at stake for crypto

Follow Cointelegraph’s live updates as we count down to the US Elections 2024, exploring its potential impact on crypto regulations, markets, and the future of digital assets.

UK-based pension scheme makes 3% Bitcoin allocation

Cartwright reported that an “unnamed scheme” based in the UK had made a 3% allocation of Bitcoin into its pension fund.

3 reasons why Bitcoin price bottom could have been $67.3K 

Data suggests traders are ignoring the current Bitcoin price correction and betting for new highs after the US elections wrap up.

Musk could be charged after lawyer says $1M winners ‘not chosen by chance’

The winners were hand-picked based on their personal stories, according to the lawyer.

Blockchain Association calls for SEC leadership shift amid ‘shameful’ FDIC reveal: Law Decoded

The Blockchain Association and Coinbase spotlight SEC and FDIC actions, revealing significant financial burdens on crypto firms.

Internet Computer cross-chain protocol usage up 13x amid Bitcoin DeFi boom

Network activity across all Internet Computer protocols has increased 150% year-over-year, according to Dfinity. 

US regulators mull approving Grayscale crypto index ETF

Grayscale Digital Large Cap Fund could be the first US ETF to hold altcoins such as Solana and AVAX if approved. 

Bitcoin price volatility expected ahead of US elections: Here are the price levels to watch

Bitcoin struggles to reclaim $70,000 ahead of the US election, but analysts agree that volatility will be present before and after the election result is announced.

3 bold Bitcoin price predictions as the US Election nears finishline  

Some Bitcoin analysts see the BTC price heading above $80,000 immediately if Donald Trump beats Kamala Harris.

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