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Bitcoin Ordinals versus off-chain NFT storage: Execs explain how to choose

Atlas Development co-founder Witek Radomski explained that hybrid storage options such as Filecoin or IPFS could be the solution.

ARK Invest dumps further 133,000 Coinbase shares as BTC ETF deadline looms

ARK Invest sold off 133,823 shares of Coinbase across three ETFs in its portfolio, accounting for roughly $20.6 million in value as of Jan. 8.

Japanese e-commerce giant Mercari to allow Bitcoin payments from June

Mercari has become a gateway for crypto adoption in Japan after launching several crypto-focused products and services on its platform.

100 days to the halving — 5 things to know in Bitcoin this week

Bitcoin is dominated by the ETF narrative, but that is far from the only thing impacting BTC price action this week.

Spot Bitcoin ETF filers to finalize S-1s today: What to expect?

Crypto watchers wait with bated breath for hopeful spot Bitcoin ETF issuers to file final Form S-1 updates today, with many analysts and observers predicting final SEC approvals by Jan. 9 or 10.

What happened in crypto this weekend?

Bitcoin went more than two hours without producing a new block and CoinShares’ Meltem Demirors argues a Bitcoin ETF won’t be a “sell the news” event.

Bitcoin-accepting vendors increased 174% in 2023: BTC merchant tracker

The crowdsourced mapping data reports a concentration of Bitcoin-accepting merchants in Europe and Latin America.

Mysterious Bitcoiner spends $64K to inscribe 9MB of data on Bitcoin

The encrypted data was inscribed over 332 transactions with fees ranging from $14 to $2,500 in satoshis, but the motive is still a complete mystery.

SEC reissues crypto ‘FOMO’ warning amid hope for spot Bitcoin ETFs

Social media users have pointed out that the regulator's “no go to FOMO” warning comes amid heightened anticipation over spot Bitcoin ETF approvals.

Honduras special zone officially recognizes Bitcoin as a unit of account

Próspera’s tax commissioner, Jorge Colindres, said the development would expand the financial and monetary freedom for individuals in the area.

Crypto gateway CoinsPaid hacked over $7.5M — Cyvers

CoinsPaid has experienced its second security breach in six months, according to Web3 security firm Cyvers.

ICP, ARB, STX and MKR flash signs as traders anticipate a spot Bitcoin ETF approval

The SEC’s decision on the spot Bitcoin ETF applications could impact altcoins like ICP, ARB, STX and MKR.

What is a mainnet in cryptocurrency, explained

A mainnet is the functional blockchain network where actual transactions occur, distinguishing it from test versions or experimental networks.

Funds on MangoFarmSOL drained, community alleges rug pull

MangoFarmSOL’s social media and website have been deactivated. Its Telegram channel with over 1,000 subscribers no longer accepts new members.

Wallet developer offers ‘on-chain bounty’ daring hackers to take $430K BTC

Zengo Wallet will reveal a wallet address containing up to 10 BTC and will also disclose two out of three security factors used to create it.

How will Ethereum price react to Bitcoin ETF approval?

A potential Bitcoin ETF approval should lift all boats including Ethereum as ETH price eyes 75% upside in the months ahead.

Bitcoin traders see breakout as bulls cling to $44K in ETF countdown

BTC price action is due a sea change in the coming days thanks to the spot Bitcoin ETF decision, while U.S. inflation data is also inbound.

Nigeria’s CBDC wavers: Stakeholders analyze prospects of cNGN stablecoin

According to the Finna Protocol, a Nigerian multi-utility stablecoin ecosystem, including “heavyweights” in the cNGN consortium, signals that many businesses will support it once it goes live.

Bitcoin ETFs will solve unit bias psychology, says VanEck adviser

Gabor Gurbacs, an adviser at VanEck, highlights the psychology that makes investors feel more satisfied when owning an entire asset rather than just a fraction, particularly with Bitcoin.

BlackRock to slash 3% of workforce ahead of Bitcoin ETF deadline: Report

BlackRock is reportedly set to break the news to 600 employees in the coming days amid hopes for the approval of its spot Bitcoin ETF application.

SEC ‘backed into a corner,’ IRS tracks crypto trades, and Mickey Mouse NFTs: Hodler’s Digest, Dec 31 – Jan 6

The SEC is backed into a corner on Bitcoin ETF approval, the IRS has new rules for crypto transactions in 2024, and the original version of the Mickey Mouse mascot trends as NFT.

Grayscale drops MATIC, adds AVAX, XRP in funds rebalance

The shifting allocations impact Grayscale’s Digital Large Cap Fund, DeFi Fund and Smart Contract Platform Ex-Ethereum Fund.

What are the next steps for the Bitcoin ETF?

Final amendments from asset managers seeking regulatory approval for a spot Bitcoin ETF are due on Jan. 8. Analysts expect trading to begin on Jan. 11.

Crypto Biz: Bitcoin miners revamp strategies, Etherscan-Solscan deal, and more

With the likelihood of institutional capital flowing into the Bitcoin ecosystem through ETFs, companies and executives are rethinking business strategies for 2024.

Bitcoin’s first wallet receives $1.17M in surprise transaction

Conor Grogan, a director at Coinbase, suggested that the anonymous Bitcoin transfer could be some sort of weird ETF marketing scheme.

OpenAI faces fresh copyright lawsuit a week after NYT suit

The lawsuit by authors Nicholas Basbanes and Nicholas Gage follows the acknowledgment by OpenAI in its lawsuit with The New York Times that copyright owners, including the plaintiffs, should be compensated for the use of their work.

How to use Dall-E 3 to create images

Discover the creative world of Dall-E 3 and unlock its potential to generate unique and imaginative images effortlessly.

Anthropic says no client data used in AI training

In its updated commercial terms of service, Anthropic stated that it would protect customers from copyright infringement claims arising from the authorized use of the company’s services or outputs.

Robin AI CEO says AI not to blame for courtroom blunders

According to the CEO of the AI-powered legal copilot, RobinAI, the technology helps automate repetitive tasks. However, users should still check the output of these tools and not treat it as a finished product.

Coinbase acquiring Cyprus-based entity to expand EU derivatives offerings

While Coinbase aims to compete in the EU derivatives market, it faces stiff competition from more prominent players like Binance, Bybit, OKX and Deribit.

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