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US elections are a ‘huge variable’ for Solana ETF approval

The approval of spot Ether ETFs has opened Pandora’s box for another altcoin ETF. Solana, XRP, Chainlink or Dogecoin could be next, but is the crypto market overly optimistic?

Zilliqa 2.0 upgrade enhances speed and cross-chain compatibility

Block times can also be adjusted as desired. The root mainnet shard features an average block time of just two seconds.

Can Bitcoin close above $70K amid strong labor market?

Stronger-than-expected employment data could put more downward pressure on Bitcoin price. Are ETF inflows enough to get a weekly BTC close above $70,000?

Sky Mavis recovers $5.7M from Ronin Bridge hack

Axie Infinity creator Sky Mavis said that some of the funds will cover the recovery costs while the rest will return to the Axie treasury.

CoinGecko confirms email provider data breach, over 23,000 phishing emails sent

The email platform’s security breach occurred due to a compromised employee account.

Solana-memecoin 'GME' explodes 150% ahead of Keith Gill's YouTube return

GME memecoin may see a significant correction, similar to the dramatic drop Dogecoin experienced following Elon Musk's appearance on SNL.

Crypto hacks increase in 2024, but smart contracts are not to blame

Smart contracts are no longer the biggest concern, as hackers are vying for easier targets, such as private key leaks.

The Sandbox raises $20M at $1B valuation, promises to expand creator economy

During a period when major metaverse projects are struggling to gain traction following the bear market of 2022 to 2023, Sandbox announced that it has added over 330,000 unique creators.

Bitdeer introduces energy-efficient Bitcoin mining chip

The chip will enhance Bitcoin mining performance, minimize power consumption, lower costs and reduce its environmental footprint.

What is Elliott Wave Theory, and how to use it in crypto?

Elliott Wave Theory offers a method for analyzing market cycles and predicting price movements in the crypto market.

Bitcoin SV’s Twetch considers open-sourcing after shutdown

Web3 social media platform Twetch, a competitor of X running on the Bitcoin SV blockchain, shut down operations on June 6.

GameStop rally sends Roaring Kitty’s shares to $1B

If GameStop opens at its current after-hours price, Roaring Kitty’s holdings would be worth around $1 billion.

Bitcoin may retest $69K next as shorts keep BTC price below all-time high

Bitcoin sees surprise selling into the latest daily close, giving rise to predictions of a support retest before new BTC price all-time highs.

AI-driven crypto crime is only just beginning — Elliptic report

Elliptic’s 2024 report exposes how AI is increasingly used for sophisticated crypto crimes, from deepfake scams to state-sponsored cyberattacks, signaling that these threats are just beginning.

108 ex-prosecutors, feds echo calls to rescue Binance exec in Nigeria

The potential consequences of the United States government not helping Tigran Gambaryan are “dire,” according to a cohort of former federal prosecutors and agents.

Over 35 fake Elon Musks live-streamed during SpaceX launch

“This is not a fake, this is a real giveaway. I personally guarantee it to you,” one of 35 deepfake versions of Elon Musk promised.

Why isn’t the BTC price moving despite billions in ETF inflows?

Spot Bitcoin ETFs in the United States have just notched their 19th day of inflows. Traders explain why it hasn’t led to a surge in the price of Bitcoin.

Semler Scientific now holds 828 Bitcoin and has $150M plan to buy more

The medical manufacturer now holds 828 BTC and says it will “continue to pursue our strategy of purchasing Bitcoins with cash.”

Big shorters are betting $6.9B against MicroStrategy stocks

Short-sellers have wavered this year as MTSR skyrocketed 469% over the past six months, though a few major institutions are holding out hope for a correction.

Telegram launches in-app currency ‘Stars’ for digital purchases

Telegram Stars can be swapped for Toncoin, an $18 billion cryptocurrency, on Telegram’s Fragment platform.

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