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BlackRock ETF ends year with 4th outflow of the month amid quiet day

Bitcoin spot ETFs posted $5.32 million in net inflows on Dec. 31, according to Farside Investors. Fidelity led with $36.8 million in inflows, while Bitwise followed at $8.7 million. BlackRock recorded $23.5 million in outflows, bringing the total number of outflow days in December to four. Ark shed $11.2 million, Grayscale saw a $9.6 million […] The post BlackRock ETF ends year with 4th outflow of the month amid quiet...

Published on: January 01, 2025 | Source: CryptoSlate favicon CryptoSlate

China tightens crypto trade oversight with new forex rules

China’s new forex rules require Chinese banks to track identity, fund sources and trading frequencies to curb cross-border crypto activities.

Published on: January 01, 2025 | Source: Cointelegraph favicon Cointelegraph

IRS issues temporary relief on crypto cost-basis method changes

New IRS rules could have been “disastrous” for crypto taxpayers during the bull market, a crypto tax executive said.

Published on: January 01, 2025 | Source: Cointelegraph favicon Cointelegraph

Hive Digital moves HQ to Texas, citing supportive climate under Trump

Bitcoin miner Hive Digital will move its headquarters from Vancouver, Canada, to Texas, saying Donald Trump will make Bitcoin mining great again.

Published on: January 01, 2025 | Source: Cointelegraph favicon Cointelegraph

Americans expect stock boost in 2025, along with global, political conflict

History shows a rise in stock market indexes may be accompanied by increasing Bitcoin and crypto market prices, albeit in a more volatile manner.

Published on: January 01, 2025 | Source: Cointelegraph favicon Cointelegraph

Ether could struggle to deliver meaningful rallies in 2025: 10x Research

10x Research says Ether may not be a smart bet for a much-anticipated 2025 bull run, though other analysts say the jury’s still out.

Published on: January 01, 2025 | Source: Cointelegraph favicon Cointelegraph

Vitalik Buterin calls out Elon Musk on free speech and ‘banhammer’ threat

Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin called out Elon Musk for the "tone of discourse" on X, and cautioned against censoring users with the “banhammer.”

Published on: January 01, 2025 | Source: Cointelegraph favicon Cointelegraph

Proposal mandating the Swiss National Bank to hold Bitcoin now underway

The Swiss Bitcoiners must rack up 100,000 signatures from Switzerland’s 8.92 million residents by June 30, 2026, to trigger a public referendum.

Published on: January 01, 2025 | Source: Cointelegraph favicon Cointelegraph

2025 New Year’s resolutions for any crypto advocate

With every calendar flip comes fresh opportunities. Here are six resolutions every crypto enthusiast should consider for the coming year.

Published on: January 01, 2025 | Source: Cointelegraph favicon Cointelegraph

Swiss chancellery approves proposal to include Bitcoin in national reserves

Switzerland’s Federal Chancellery has approved the formal submission of the “Bitcoin Initiative,” a proposed constitutional amendment that would require the Swiss National Bank to hold part of its reserves in Bitcoin (BTC). The measure now moves closer to a nationwide referendum and comes amid growing interest in sovereign adoption of the flagship asset. The initiative, […] The post Swiss chancellery approves proposal...

Published on: December 31, 2024 | Source: CryptoSlate favicon CryptoSlate

AI took giant strides in 2024, as AGI comes into view

Amid a year of high points, challenges remain. How will AI developers deal with a looming data shortage, for instance?

Published on: December 31, 2024 | Source: Cointelegraph favicon Cointelegraph

Franklin Templeton predicts rising sovereign, instituional adoption for Bitcoin in 2025

Franklin Templeton believes Bitcoin (BTC) will solidify its position as a global financial asset in 2025, driven by increasing adoption among sovereign nations and institutional investors. The firm’s Digital Assets: 2025 Crypto Outlook report projects that several countries will integrate Bitcoin into their strategic reserves, reinforcing its role as a digital store of value amid […] The post Franklin Templeton...

Published on: December 31, 2024 | Source: CryptoSlate favicon CryptoSlate

Vitalik Buterin donates $170K to Tornado Cash developers’ legal fund

Many in the crypto industry have criticized US authorities for sanctioning Tornado Cash smart contract addresses and charging developers with money laundering.

Published on: December 31, 2024 | Source: Cointelegraph favicon Cointelegraph

Crypto Crystal Ball 2025: Will VCs Go Crypto Crazy Again?

Venture capitalists are already swarming crypto again, in a potential replay of 2021. Some in the industry say that’s a bad thing.

Published on: December 31, 2024 | Source: Decrypt favicon Decrypt

Bitcoin price ‘stuck in a void between liquidity’ on NYE — Will 2025 open bring the volume?

Sellers continue to cap Bitcoin’s rallies into the intra-day highs as BTC trades in a “void between liquidity.”

Published on: December 31, 2024 | Source: Cointelegraph favicon Cointelegraph

10 crypto projects that delivered in 2024

In an industry often dominated by hype, these 10 projects successfully delivered protocol improvements or new products in 2024.

Published on: December 31, 2024 | Source: Cointelegraph favicon Cointelegraph

Solana adds $1B worth of stablecoins in December

The network now holds approximately $5 billion worth of stablecoins, mostly made up of USDC.

Published on: December 31, 2024 | Source: Cointelegraph favicon Cointelegraph

9 Most Influential Crypto Cities in the World in 2024

Some old names and some new ones. Here’s a look at this year’s top influential crypto cities worldwide.

Published on: December 31, 2024 | Source: Decrypt favicon Decrypt

Neobank Yopaki Aims To Make Every Mexican A Bitcoiner

Francisco Chavarria, Yopaki’s co-founder and CEO, believes that by educating Yopaki’s users about Bitcoin and incorporating a favorite Mexican pastime into the app, he and his team are poised to make Mexico a nation of Bitcoin enthusiasts.

Published on: December 31, 2024 | Source: Bitcoin Magazine favicon Bitcoin Magazine

US authorities take custody of Do Kwon, ending months-long extradition process

Do Kwon, the South Korean co-founder of Terraform Labs, was extradited from Montenegro to the US, ending months of legal proceedings over the matter, according to local media reports. Montenegrin police transferred Kwon to US authorities at Podgorica International Airport on Dec. 31. He is set to face charges stemming from the 2022 collapse of […] The post US authorities take custody of Do Kwon, ending months-long...

Published on: December 31, 2024 | Source: CryptoSlate favicon CryptoSlate

From RWA boom to Bitcoin yields: Top crypto trends to watch in 2025

From tokenization and AI-verified IDs to Bitcoin in DeFi, the crypto industry heads into 2025 with regulatory clarity on the horizon.

Published on: December 31, 2024 | Source: Cointelegraph favicon Cointelegraph

These Crypto Industry Stars Shone Brightest in 2024

From crypto influencers to Telegram gaming trailblazers, meme coin maestros, and the masterminds behind this year's NFT comeback.

Published on: December 31, 2024 | Source: Decrypt favicon Decrypt

VC Roundup: Crypto funding climbs to $13.6B in 2024, set to hit $18B in 2025

Declining interest rates and increased regulatory clarity are expected to fuel a surge in venture capital investment in crypto startups over the next 12 months.

Published on: December 31, 2024 | Source: Cointelegraph favicon Cointelegraph

BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF tops rivals in 2024 net inflows

The iShares Bitcoin Trust brought in more than $37 billion in net inflows since launching in January, according to Farside Investors.

Published on: December 31, 2024 | Source: Cointelegraph favicon Cointelegraph

WATCH: Michael Saylor’s Bitcoin $100K Party

Join Bitcoin Magazine News Desk live from Michael Saylor’s $100K NYE Bitcoin Party in Miami!

Published on: December 31, 2024 | Source: Bitcoin Magazine favicon Bitcoin Magazine

Mark Moss on Bitcoin adoption, freedom, and $1M Bitcoin

The following is a guest post from Christina Comben. I first met Mark Moss at the entrance to the media center by the main stage at Bitcoin MENA in Abu Dhabi, the first official Bitcoin conference in this part of the world. We haven’t met before but from his familiar drawl, infectious personality, and volumes […] The post Mark Moss on Bitcoin adoption, freedom, and $1M Bitcoin appeared first on CryptoSlate.

Published on: December 31, 2024 | Source: CryptoSlate favicon CryptoSlate

The Year in Crypto: War on Digital Privacy

Privacy isn’t a crime—but in 2024, crypto projects and coins designed to keep users discreet on-chain were under more scrutiny than ever.

Published on: December 31, 2024 | Source: Decrypt favicon Decrypt

Do Kwon is in US custody after extradition battle

The Terraform Labs co-founder was arrested in Montenegro in 2023 for using falsified travel documents as the courts determined whether he would go to the US or South Korea.

Published on: December 31, 2024 | Source: Cointelegraph favicon Cointelegraph

Bitcoin, Dogecoin and XRP Rebound After BTC Falls to Lowest Price in a Month

Bitcoin aims to end 2024 on a (relatively) high note after dipping to a monthly low Monday, while AI agent coin AI16z pops to new highs.

Published on: December 31, 2024 | Source: Decrypt favicon Decrypt

Binance Labs eyes 2025 rebranding and expanded investments amid favorable US regulations

Binance Labs has announced a major rebranding initiative alongside an expanded investment strategy for the coming year. In a Dec. 31 statement, the company stated that its investments over the past year were equally split between infrastructure and application-focused initiatives. It supported projects across DeFi, AI, the Bitcoin ecosystem, gaming, and emerging technologies like restaking […] The post Binance Labs...

Published on: December 31, 2024 | Source: CryptoSlate favicon CryptoSlate

Down to $200 one day, Pixels founder had $2.4M the next: Luke Barwikowski, X Hall of Flame

Pixels founder Luke Barwikowski had just $200 left in his account when Animoca invested $2.4M. The Web3 game’s FDV later hit $2.65B.

Published on: December 31, 2024 | Source: Cointelegraph favicon Cointelegraph

Ethereum’s blob adoption sparks rise in ETH burns, surpassing Uniswap

Ethereum has seen a sharp increase in the adoption of “blobs” over the past months, significantly impacting the blockchain network burn dynamics. Blobs are temporary data packages that store large amounts of data off-chain. They were introduced with the EIP-4844 and designed to enhance Ethereum’s scalability by optimizing layer-2 operations without burdening the main blockchain. […] The post Ethereum’s blob adoption...

Published on: December 31, 2024 | Source: CryptoSlate favicon CryptoSlate

Crypto super brands are closer than you think

There’s nothing stopping crypto platforms from becoming super brands.

Published on: December 31, 2024 | Source: Cointelegraph favicon Cointelegraph

Polkadot ecosystem thriving with $210 million treasury amid record transactions in 2024

Polkadot’s Treasury, a vital component of the blockchain network’s ecosystem, now holds approximately $210 million worth of assets, equivalent to 31 million DOT. On Dec. 31, Tommi Enenkel, Polkadot’s Head Ambassador, shared this update on social media platform X while highlighting the network’s financial standing as the year concludes. Polkadot Treasury Enenkel said 90% of […] The post Polkadot ecosystem thriving with...

Published on: December 31, 2024 | Source: CryptoSlate favicon CryptoSlate

Decrypt’s 2024 NFT Project of the Year: CryptoPunks

While other NFTs worked every angle this year to justify their value, the effortless relevance of CryptoPunks proved why the collection continues to occupy a league of its own.

Published on: December 31, 2024 | Source: Decrypt favicon Decrypt