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Ledger Live enables THORChain’s decentralized native cross-chain swaps

Ledger will allow users to swap assets across chains in its app using the decentralized liquidity protocol THORChain.

Mining PAC launches ad for Ted Cruz as early voting begins in Texas

More than 18 million registered voters in the Lone Star State will decide whether to replace Senator Ted Cruz with Representative Colin Allred starting in 2025.

Bitcoin falls under $67K as stocks sell-off, but BTC derivatives are stable

Bitcoin price saw a sharp sell-off today, but the BTC futures market is showing zero signs of fear.

Chainlink using AI, oracles to bring market-moving corporate data onchain

The oracle protocol is partnering with financial infrastructure providers including Franklin Templeton and UBS.

Coinbase files FOIAs against US regulators probing banks’ crypto crackdown 

The exchange asked regulators to disclose documents relating to an ongoing crackdown on crypto companies among US banks.

Ripple co-founder pledges $10M in XRP to Kamala Harris campaign PAC

Chris Larsen suggested that Democratic lawmakers could have a “new approach to tech innovation” under a Kamala Harris presidency starting in 2025.

‘Quantile model’ analyst predicts $135K–$285K Bitcoin price in 2025

A unique Bitcoin price model charts a potential $285,000 top for BTC in 2025.

Chainalysis hit with $650M lawsuit, Italy to hike Bitcoin tax: Law Decoded

Chainalysis faces a $650 million defamation lawsuit, the EU’s ESMA pushes for MiCA amendments, Cyprus and Ireland scramble to align with regulations, and Italy plans to hike tax on Bitcoin.

Northern Data wants to sell Peak Mining to invest in AI expansion

The Tether-backed company is talking to interested parties, it said. It may also see an IPO on the Nasdaq next year.

Transak hit by data breach, 92K users exposed

Transak disclosed a data breach affecting over 92,000 users after a phishing attack compromised an employee’s laptop.

Better Know a Crypto Candidate: John Avlon

As part of its coverage of the 2024 US elections, Cointelegraph asked several congressional candidates for their positions on cryptocurrency and blockchain.

Bitcoin drops 3% as US sellers spark sub-$65K BTC price targets

Bitcoin offers buyers a “flash sale” with a dip below $67,000, but traders warn that the BTC price retracement may not be done yet.

EU launches ‘Trusted Investors Network’ to boost VC investment in tech

The European Union unveiled the Trusted Investors Network at a meeting in Athens, Greece, to attract venture capital to deep-tech sectors like biotechnology and AI. 

AI scam targets Ripple holders and memcoin trader loses it all: Crypto-sec

An AI-generated video purports to show Chris Larsen claiming to give away XRP and a trader 10x from MicroStrategy coin but gave it to a phishing account.

Trump election win could send BTC to $100K and propel altcoins further

Never has cryptocurrency been so connected with the US elections, the outcome of which could trigger a full-on bull market. What are the prospects if Trump wins?

European investors pour record $105B into US Bitcoin ETFs

Despite record European inflows, Bitcoin has been unable to recover above the $70,000 psychological level since July.

US election optimism fuels $2.2B inflows in crypto products

CoinShares said the United States and Bitcoin led crypto investment product dynamics last week amid growing optimism over a potential Republican election win in the US.

ApeCoin (APE) price jumps 100% on ApeChain launch

Apechain mainnet launch and LayerZero's integration have translated into a 100% price upside for APE in recent days.

Quantum computer ‘threat’ to crypto is exaggerated — For now

Bitcoin’s private keys won’t be breached any time soon. But the industry still needs to transition to a “post-quantum cryptography.” 

Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong backs Republican Senate candidates

Armstrong has endorsed pro-crypto Senate candidates, backing Republicans like John Deaton and David McCormick for their stances on digital asset policies.

Japanese authorities trace Monero, arrest 18 in $670K laundering case

The group of scammers had been under investigation since August by Japan’s new cybercrime unit.

Bitcoin stalls below $70K despite $20B ETF inflow milestone

Spot Bitcoin ETF inflows can have a delayed effect on the BTC price, which takes a couple of days to materialize, according to market analysts.

Solana chart 'cup-and-handle' positions SOL price for potential 2000% rally

SOL price is painting a near-perfect cup-and-handle pattern with a price target of around $4,500.

Bitcoin hashrate hits all-time high, boosting network security

The increasing Bitcoin hashrate and block reward reduction from the Bitcoin halving may lead to miner consolidation among smaller firms.

Lowest search interest since 2020 — 5 things to know in Bitcoin this week

Bitcoin achieves its highest weekly close in four months as BTC price predictions see $70,000 and more after a support retest.

Japan political party leader promises crypto tax cuts if elected

The tax cut down to 20% is part of Democratic Party for the People leader Yuichiro Tamaki’s broader plan to make Japan a Web3 leader.

Bitcoin open interest exceeds $40B amid brush near $70K

High open interest signals more leverage, which could induce another flush-out if positions are liquidated. 

Buterin pitches solutions to Ethereum’s staking, block production issues

Buterin recommended capping the amount of Ether a user can stake and limiting staking penalties to 12.5% of staked Ether.

Governments must tax or ban Bitcoin to maintain deficits: Minneapolis Fed

The Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis suggests that a ban or tax on Bitcoin could ensure its ability to run permanent budget deficits.

TechCrunch founder says Stripe has acquired Bridge for $1.1B

The deal would mark one of crypto’s largest acquisitions, though neither company has publicly confirmed the deal. 

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