Category: crypto

Jesse Knutson, Head of Operations at Bitfinex Securities, discusses how Donald Trump’s re-election and the success of Bitcoin ETFs have driven Bitcoin’s rise towards $100,000. The anticipation of a pro-Bitcoin Trump administration is expected to boost prices and influence global adoption. The article also highlights the potential for tokenization in capital markets and the differences…

On Dec 11, the U.S. Senate Banking Committee will decide whether to renominate Caroline Crenshaw, a Democrat SEC commissioner known for her anti-crypto stance. She opposed Bitcoin ETFs and her re-election is causing concern in the crypto community. Trump has appointed pro-crypto Paul Atkins as the potential new SEC chief.

Tyler Adams, CEO of COZ, believes that the crypto industry has been too focused on infrastructure projects rather than consumer-facing applications. He suggests that blockchain technology could revolutionize authentication, combat counterfeiting, and enhance the second-hand goods market. By integrating blockchain and AI, developers can create Non-Fungible Items (NFIs) to authenticate physical assets on the blockchain,…

Bitcoin ETF options are a new tool for risk management and speculation in the cryptocurrency market. CryptoSlate’s report explores their role, potential impact on institutional crypto trading, and how they are available exclusively through Bitcoin ETF options.

CryptoSlate’s market report explores Bitcoin ETF options as a new tool for risk management and speculation in institutional crypto trading. The report examines their impact on the market and their potential to reshape trading practices.

Bitcoin ETF options are now available exclusively through Bitcoin ETFs, offering a new tool for risk management and speculation. CryptoSlate’s market report explores the impact of these options on the market and how they could change institutional crypto trading.

The Financial Stability Oversight Council (FSOC) expressed concerns in its 2024 annual report about stablecoins posing a risk to financial stability due to lack of oversight and market concentration. Urgent legislative action is recommended to create a federal framework for stablecoin issuers, with stricter oversight of the wider crypto market also advised.

DeFi lending on Liquidium, a Bitcoin-based platform, reached a four-month high with 21 BTC on Dec. 5, driven by BTC’s all-time high above $100,000. Runes accounted for 57% of daily volume, contributing 12 BTC, while Ordinals contributed 9 BTC. Liquidium has facilitated over 63,000 loans totaling 3,378 BTC, with plans for new features to enhance…

The Czech Republic approved an amendment granting exemptions for income from cryptoasset transfers, effective Jan. 1, 2025. Individuals can exclude income if it does not exceed CZK 100,000 annually and if digital assets are held for over three years before sale. The move aligns with efforts to clarify digital asset taxation.

Hong Kong has taken steps towards regulating stablecoins by publishing a bill in its gazette on Dec. 6. The bill requires stablecoin issuers and marketers to obtain licenses from the HKMA and comply with strict measures to ensure consumer protection and market integrity. The initiative aligns with international standards and aims to strengthen Hong Kong’s…