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What are ETF fund flows, and why do they matter?

ETF fund flows refer to the movement of money into or out of exchange-traded funds, and they matter because they indicate investor sentiment and can influence market trends.

Published on: December 23, 2024 | Source: Cointelegraph favicon Cointelegraph

Hyperliquidโ€™s TVL drops by $1 billion amid North Korean hacking fears

Hyperliquid, a layer-1 decentralized leveraged trading platform, saw its total value locked (TVL) plummet by over $1 billion in the past week. This drop follows reports of suspicious activity tied to North Korean hackers. According to CryptoSlateโ€™s data, this has also resulted in a steep 20% fall in Hyperliquidโ€™s native token value over the last [โ€ฆ] The post Hyperliquidโ€™s TVL drops by $1 billion amid North Korean...

Published on: December 23, 2024 | Source: CryptoSlate favicon CryptoSlate

Web3 Startup The Grid Is Building Google Maps for Blockchain Data

"Currently you arrive in the Web3 city and its logos and lights are everywhere, but little else," co-founder Jonathan Knegtel told Decrypt.

Published on: December 23, 2024 | Source: Decrypt favicon Decrypt

NFT promoters face fraud charges over alleged $22M rug pull

Two 23-year-olds allegedly abandoned projects after providing misleading information on project roadmaps.

Published on: December 23, 2024 | Source: Cointelegraph favicon Cointelegraph

Gate.io Milestones Propel GateToken to New All-Time High in December

Surging user numbers, sports sponsorships and the platformโ€™s December reserve report have underpinned gains for its native token.

Published on: December 23, 2024 | Source: Decrypt favicon Decrypt

Metaplanet adds another 619 BTC to its holdings

Japanese Bitcoin-focused firm Metaplanet has significantly increased its crypto portfolio following its recent US market expansion. On Dec. 23, the company, listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange and trading on the US OTCQX Market as MTPLF, said it acquired 619.70 BTC for 9.5 billion yen ($60.7 million). This purchase increases its total Bitcoin holdings to [โ€ฆ] The post Metaplanet adds another 619 BTC to its holdings...

Published on: December 23, 2024 | Source: CryptoSlate favicon CryptoSlate

USDX built to support DeFi ecosystem growth: Hex Trust CEO

USDX by Hex Trust integrates DeFi with Flare Network, offering 1:1 USD backing, yield generation and crosschain capabilities.

Published on: December 23, 2024 | Source: Cointelegraph favicon Cointelegraph

NFTs in 2024: Surviving challenges, embracing growth, eyeing the future

NFT projects encountered numerous setbacks in 2024, but many remain hopeful that the asset class will stage a comeback.

Published on: December 23, 2024 | Source: Cointelegraph favicon Cointelegraph

Botswana central bank flags 'minimalโ€™ risks from crypto but urges regulation

Botswanaโ€™s central bank acknowledges minimal crypto risks but highlights money laundering and regulatory concerns as key priorities.

Published on: December 23, 2024 | Source: Cointelegraph favicon Cointelegraph

BTC price risks $20K crash: 5 Things to know in Bitcoin this week

Bitcoin traders rapidly adjust their short-term BTC price outlook as support fails and BTC/USD heads further below $100,000.

Published on: December 23, 2024 | Source: Cointelegraph favicon Cointelegraph

Your VASP license wonโ€™t save you anymore

Relying solely on VASP licenses and superficial compliance policies isnโ€™t enough.

Published on: December 23, 2024 | Source: Cointelegraph favicon Cointelegraph

Italy fines OpenAI $15M over data protection, privacy breaches

Italyโ€™s privacy watchdog ordered OpenAI to conduct a six-month public awareness campaign to promote how ChatGPT collects and uses data.

Published on: December 23, 2024 | Source: Cointelegraph favicon Cointelegraph

Metaplanet buys the dip with biggest-ever 620 Bitcoin buy

Japanese investment firm Metaplanet purchased $60 million worth of Bitcoin, the largest BTC buy it has made since it started acquiring the cryptocurrency in May.

Published on: December 23, 2024 | Source: Cointelegraph favicon Cointelegraph

Bitcoin sees first major weekly price decline since Trumpโ€™s election win

Bitcoin is down 10% after reaching its all-time high price of $108,135 on Dec. 17.

Published on: December 23, 2024 | Source: Cointelegraph favicon Cointelegraph

Saylor floats US crypto framework with $81T Bitcoin reserve plan

Bitcoin bull Michael Saylor has pitched a US crypto framework, saying a strategic digital asset policy can strengthen the dollar and neutralize the country's national debt.

Published on: December 23, 2024 | Source: Cointelegraph favicon Cointelegraph

Australiaโ€™s โ€˜Barefoot Investorโ€™ takes on crypto scammers stealing his likeness

Australian investing and finance educator Scott Pape, known as the โ€œBarefoot Investor,โ€ has broken down the secrets behind WhatsApp group crypto scams targeting Facebook users.

Published on: December 23, 2024 | Source: Cointelegraph favicon Cointelegraph

US Bitcoin reserve could slash national debt 35% by 2049: VanEck

VanEck said a US Bitcoin reserve could slash the national debt if the cryptocurrency increases to $42.3 million a coin by 2049.

Published on: December 23, 2024 | Source: Cointelegraph favicon Cointelegraph

This Week in Crypto Games: Santa Brings Bitcoin, Ethereum Token Launch Frenzy

Catch up on this weekโ€™s biggest crypto and NFT gaming news and find some weekend reads in our latest roundup.

Published on: December 23, 2024 | Source: Decrypt favicon Decrypt

Trump appoints former college football player Bo Hines to head crypto council

Bo Hines will work under Donald Trumpโ€™s crypto and AI czar, David Sacks, on the incoming presidenโ€™ts crypto council in a bid to โ€œfoster innovation and growthโ€ for digital assets.

Published on: December 22, 2024 | Source: Cointelegraph favicon Cointelegraph

Trump Picks Bo Hines to Lead Presidential Crypto Council

Bo Hines, a former House candidate in 2022 and 2024, will work alongside David Sacks to promote crypto in Donald Trump's administration.

Published on: December 22, 2024 | Source: Decrypt favicon Decrypt

Securitize proposes BlackRock BUIDL fund as collateral for Frax USD

According to RWA.XYZ, BlackRock's US dollar Institutional Digital Liquidity Fund has roughly $549 million in assets under management.

Published on: December 22, 2024 | Source: Cointelegraph favicon Cointelegraph

SUI, BGB, ENA and VIRTUAL show strength as Bitcoin looks for direction

Bitcoinโ€™s recovery toward $100,000 could attract buyers to SUI, BGB, ENA, and VIRTUAL.

Published on: December 22, 2024 | Source: Cointelegraph favicon Cointelegraph

Trump nominates Stephen Miran as Council of Economic Advisors chairman

"I'm a huge believer in innovation, in powering the betterment of mankind, and increasing prosperity," Miran recently said in a podcast.

Published on: December 22, 2024 | Source: Cointelegraph favicon Cointelegraph

'Bitcoin Miner' Game Guide: 7 Tips to Earn More BTC on iOS and Android

Earn real Bitcoin for mining fake crypto in this mobile game. Hereโ€™s how to stack more satoshis by maximizing your play.

Published on: December 22, 2024 | Source: Decrypt favicon Decrypt

Nvidia Upgrades Low-Cost Jetson AI Computerโ€”More Power for Half the Price

The $249 Jetson Orin Nano Super packs nearly twice the AI processing power into a palm-sized device, making it more accessible for hobbyists.

Published on: December 22, 2024 | Source: Decrypt favicon Decrypt

MicroStrategy Bitcoin purchases surpass 2021 bull market levels

According to MicroStrategy co-founder Michael Saylor, the company currently holds 439,000 Bitcoin, valued at approximately $27 billion.

Published on: December 22, 2024 | Source: Cointelegraph favicon Cointelegraph

Ethereum and Solana NFT Scammers Charged in $22 Million Rug Pull Scheme

California men Gabriel Hay and Gavin Mayo were charged by the Department of Justice over a series of alleged NFT investment scams.

Published on: December 22, 2024 | Source: Decrypt favicon Decrypt

Dogecoin Down 23% This Week as Bitcoin and XRP Stumble After Surges

Bitcoin has plunged 12% in the last five days since setting a new high, while Dogecoin and XRP have fallen hard after recent milestones.

Published on: December 22, 2024 | Source: Decrypt favicon Decrypt

Elon Muskโ€™s SpaceX uses stablecoins to hedge against foreign exchange risks

SpaceX uses stablecoins to dodge foreign exchange risks, Silicon Valley venture capitalist Chamath Palihapitiya said in the All-In podcast on Friday. Foreign exchange risk refers to the risk of losses that could arise from drastic fluctuations in a currency. For example, if a U.S. company has customers in Brazil that pay in Real (BRL), the [โ€ฆ] The post Elon Muskโ€™s SpaceX uses stablecoins to hedge against foreign...

Published on: December 22, 2024 | Source: CryptoSlate favicon CryptoSlate

Bitcoin social sentiment drops to yearly low, signaling BTC breakout

Bitcoin could see another week of correction before it manages to recover above $100,000, based on historical chart patterns.

Published on: December 22, 2024 | Source: Cointelegraph favicon Cointelegraph

Quantum computing will fortify Bitcoin signatures: Adam Back

The post-quantum era is still โ€œseveral decades away,โ€ but it could be a net positive for the Bitcoin networkโ€™s security.

Published on: December 22, 2024 | Source: Cointelegraph favicon Cointelegraph

What are compressed NFTs and minting cNFTs

Compressed NFTs (cNFTs) are space-efficient NFTs, and to mint them, you need to use a platform that supports cNFT compression and follow the minting process.

Published on: December 22, 2024 | Source: Cointelegraph favicon Cointelegraph

Interpol issues 'Red Notice' for Hex founder Richard Heart

Interpol has issued a "Red Notice" for Hex founder Richard Schueler, also known as Richard Heart, for allegedly committing tax fraud and assault.

Published on: December 22, 2024 | Source: Cointelegraph favicon Cointelegraph

Former Binance.US CEO Brian Brooks takes board seat at MicroStrategy

Michael Saylorโ€™s MicroStrategy has added three new members to its board of directors, including former Binance.US CEO Brian Brooks, who was recently rumored as a contender for the SEC Chair position.

Published on: December 22, 2024 | Source: Cointelegraph favicon Cointelegraph

BTC correction โ€˜almost done,โ€™ Hailey Welch speaks out, and more: Hodlerโ€™s Digest, Dec. 15 โ€“ 21

Bitcoin correction approaching a conclusion, Hawk Tuah influencer releases statement, and more: Hodlers Digest

Published on: December 21, 2024 | Source: Cointelegraph favicon Cointelegraph