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The World’s Largest Bitcoin Conference Heads to Las Vegas in 2025

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Bitcoin 2025 will be hosted in Las Vegas, after years of resounding success in Nashville, Miami, and San Francisco. bit.ly/3f7o14k http://dlvr.it/TBJzsH

Google, Robinhood Veteran Aims To Bring Bitcoin Multsig To The Masses With Theya

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Sriram Bhargav Karnati, a former consumer product developer at Google and Robinhood, is now building Theya, the most usable Bitcoin multisig vault on the market today. bit.ly/3f7o14k http://dlvr.it/TBJzbK

Binance Executive Discusses Impact of US Government Potentially Holding Bitcoin as Strategic Reserve #Bitcoin https://ift.tt/Ncomu4f

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Binance’s head of VIP & Institutional views the U.S. discussion on a national bitcoin reserve as a positive sign for the crypto market. The executive notes the growing recognition of bitcoin by politicians and industry leaders, anticipating greater regulatory clarity. She stressed the importance of politicians and industry leaders explicitly acknowledging bitcoin’s value in the […] from Bitcoin News https://ift.tt/4QJG7tw via IFTTT

Cameron Winklevoss on Kamala Harris Crypto ‘Reset’ Intentions: Beware of the Big Bluff #Bitcoin https://ift.tt/Ncomu4f

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Cameron Winklevoss, co-founder of Gemini and Winklevoss Capital, has called out U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris for her alleged intentions to reset the relations of the current government with the crypto industry. Winklevoss stated that, as former President Trump had previously acknowledged, the crypto industry is a ‘high IQ industry’ and would not fall for […] from Bitcoin News https://ift.tt/SYPyf70 via IFTTT

Russia Legalizes Bitcoin And Crypto for International Trade To Bypass Sanctions

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However, the new law doesn't lift the existing ban on crypto payments inside the country. bit.ly/3f7o14k http://dlvr.it/TBGWXc

Senator Cynthia Lummis Announces Bill for US To Buy 1 Million Bitcoin

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Senator Cynthia Lummis announced legislation directing the U.S. government to acquire 1 million Bitcoin worth over $68 billion. Lummis said purchasing Bitcoin as a strategic reserve would stabilize the dollar and counter inflation. bit.ly/3f7o14k http://dlvr.it/TBG5gY

Bitget and Nansen Study Highlights Community Impact on Token Price Predictions #Bitcoin https://ift.tt/Ncomu4f

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Bitget and Nansen Research teams have released a comprehensive report detailing the significant role community engagement plays in predicting token prices. The collaborative study underscores the importance of combining onchain and off-chain metrics for accurate price forecasting. Bitget and Nansen Highlight Community’s Role in Token Price Forecasting Researchers from the crypto exchange Bitget, and Nansen, […] from Bitcoin News https://ift.tt/c6OFf70 via IFTTT

US Authorities Split $2 Billion in Bitcoin Into 2 Wallets, Igniting Custody and Sale Speculation #Bitcoin https://ift.tt/f5Y1nzu

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Following the U.S. government’s transfer of $2 billion in bitcoin, Arkham Intelligence reported that the federal agency divided the funds into two separate Bech32 bitcoin addresses: one containing 10,000 BTC and the other holding 19,799.99 BTC. Arkham speculates that the 10,000 BTC may have been sent to an institutional custody service. Arkham Reports U.S. Bitcoin […] from Bitcoin News https://ift.tt/ISQfC9D via IFTTT

Latam Insights Encore: El Salvador Shows Bitcoin Can Be a Catalyst to Power Tourism #Bitcoin https://ift.tt/f5Y1nzu

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Welcome To Latam Insights Encore, a deep view of Latin America’s most relevant economic and cryptocurrency-based news last week. In this edition, we discuss the positive impact bitcoin adoption had on the growth of the tourism industry in El Salvador and how this can be applied to other countries. Bitcoin Acknowledged to Be a Catalyst […] from Bitcoin News https://ift.tt/3kRSB0t via IFTTT

21shares Announces Chainlink Integration for Real-Time Ethereum Reserve Verification #Bitcoin https://ift.tt/f5Y1nzu

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21shares announced it has integrated Chainlink’s Proof of Reserve on Ethereum mainnet to bolster the transparency of the 21shares Core Ethereum exchange-traded fund (ETF), also known as CETH. The crypto exchange-traded product (ETP) issuer said this integration aims to provide real-time visibility into the ethereum (ETH) reserves backing the ETF. 21shares Enhances CETH Transparency With […] from Bitcoin News https://ift.tt/vjsDC6X via IFTTT

RFK Jr. To Buy 4 Million Bitcoin If Elected US President

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Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. pledged to purchase 4 million Bitcoin for the U.S. government's reserves if elected. Kennedy outlined an aggressive plan to integrate Bitcoin into the national economy. bit.ly/3f7o14k http://dlvr.it/TBCwpT

Donald Trump Pledges Strategic Bitcoin Reserve at Bitcoin Conference in Nashville

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Former President Donald Trump pledged to create a US strategic Bitcoin reserve during his speech at the Bitcoin 2024 conference. Trump vowed to make Bitcoin and crypto-friendly policies if elected bit.ly/3f7o14k http://dlvr.it/TBCX3w

Who Will Replace Gensler? Winklevoss Urges Crypto Industry to Demand SEC Chair Decision Before Election #Bitcoin https://ift.tt/f5Y1nzu

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Gemini co-founder Tyler Winklevoss has urged the crypto industry to demand to know who the next U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) chair will be before the election. He also urged crypto supporters to “demand that both parties embrace our industry, treat it fairly, and do everything in their power to ensure that America is […] from Bitcoin News https://ift.tt/d7iQStp via IFTTT

SEC Greenlights NYSE Arca to List Grayscale Bitcoin Mini Trust #Bitcoin https://ift.tt/f5Y1nzu

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The SEC has approved NYSE Arca’s proposal to list and trade shares of the Grayscale Bitcoin Mini Trust. Grayscale’s new trust will feature competitive fees. “This approval order is based on all of the exchanges’ representations and descriptions in their respective amended filings, which the Commission has carefully evaluated,” said the securities regulator. SEC Approves […] from Bitcoin News https://ift.tt/1AMSP8j via IFTTT

Ron Paul Champions Liberty and ‘Competing Currencies’ at Bitcoin 2024 #Bitcoin https://ift.tt/O7w2pY9

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Ron Paul, former U.S. congressman and well-known advocate for liberty, shared his thoughts on bitcoin and monetary policy during an interview with Bitcoin Magazine editor Pete Rizzo. Paul emphasized the importance of liberty and sound money principles while expressing cautious optimism about bitcoin’s future. Freedom Advocate Ron Paul Pushes for Sound Money Principles Freedom advocate […] from Bitcoin News https://ift.tt/Grteg1J via IFTTT

Sleeping Bitcoin Wallet From 2017 Moves 121.63 BTC Worth $8.25M After 7 Years #Bitcoin https://ift.tt/O7w2pY9

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On July 28, 2024, bitcoin was trading at $67,872 per coin when a dormant bitcoin address created in 2017 transferred 121.63 BTC, now valued at $8.25 million, after more than seven years. Dormant Bitcoin Address Transfers $8.25M This Sunday, at block height 854,349, btcparser.com’s Bitcoin blockchain parser identified a transfer from a 2017 address, moving […] from Bitcoin News https://ift.tt/oyt1TiG via IFTTT

Bull Market Euphoria: The Unexpected But Desperately Needed Ethereum ETF #Bitcoin https://ift.tt/O7w2pY9

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The last 12 months have been a game-changer for digital assets. In January, more than a decade after Gemini co-founders Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss filed their initial application, the first spot Bitcoin was approved for trading in the United States by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The following is an opinion editorial written by […] from Bitcoin News https://ift.tt/xf9va5q via IFTTT

Trump at Bitcoin 2024: Vows to Make US the Bitcoin Superpower, Plans to Fire SEC Chair Gensler #Bitcoin https://ift.tt/3QIrXOe

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On Saturday, July 27, 2024, the 45th president of the United States spoke to a massive crowd at the Bitcoin 2024 conference in Nashville. The event began with David Bailey, CEO of Bitcoin Magazine, presenting Trump with a 2013 Casascius physical bitcoin loaded with 1 BTC. “Bitcoiners know inflation better than anyone else,” Trump told […] from Bitcoin News https://ift.tt/XEAuILg via IFTTT

Zambia De-Dollarization: Central Bank Seeks to Enforce Kwacha as Sole Legal Tender for Domestic Transactions #Bitcoin https://ift.tt/3QIrXOe

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The Bank of Zambia has defended its de-dollarization plans but also seeks input from stakeholders who oppose the proposal. The central bank governor clarified that they are not proposing anything new; instead, the bank aims to enforce existing laws designating the kwacha as the sole legal tender for domestic transactions. Zambia’s Central Bank Seeks Input […] from Bitcoin News https://ift.tt/NbmA6FT via IFTTT

Edward Snowden Highlights Political Pitfalls and Privacy Issues in BTC at Bitcoin 2024 Event #Bitcoin https://ift.tt/3QIrXOe

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The renowned whistleblower Edward Snowden, former CIA and NSA contractor, delivered a powerful speech emphasizing the pitfalls of political allegiance and the privacy concerns surrounding Bitcoin. He urged individuals to participate in voting but warned against blindly following political ideologies. Snowden’s Bitcoin 2024 Keynote: Vote Independently and Beware of Bitcoin’s Privacy Risks During his keynote […] from Bitcoin News https://ift.tt/yUfr6OQ via IFTTT

University of Wyoming Launches First Bitcoin Research Institute

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The institute aims to provide academics, journalists, policymakers, and the public with access to high-quality Bitcoin research. bit.ly/3f7o14k http://dlvr.it/TB88NB

WATCH: Donald Trump, Vivek Ramaswamy to Speak at Largest Bitcoin Conference in Nashville

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The Bitcoin 2024 conference today in Nashville features an all-star lineup of speakers including Donald Trump, Vivek Ramaswamy, Max Keiser and more. bit.ly/3f7o14k http://dlvr.it/TB7tJf

Introducing LEDGER FLEX: Announced Live at B24

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LEDGER FLEX product announced by Pascal Gauthier and Ian Rogers at The Bitcoin Conference — Easy, Secure Self-Custody, Free From Compromise. Ledger also announced Ledger Security Key, a new app allowing seamless login, essential for Proof of You bit.ly/3f7o14k http://dlvr.it/TB7NYJ

Zimbabwe Injects $50M in Forex Market to Stabilize Currency #Bitcoin https://ift.tt/3QIrXOe

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Zimbabwe’s central bank, the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ), has injected over US$50 million into the interbank foreign exchange market to stabilize the economy. This move comes as the parallel market exchange rate is significantly higher than the official rate, causing economic instability. The RBZ aims to increase foreign currency supply, reduce pressure on banks, […] from Bitcoin News https://ift.tt/X0elEhD via IFTTT

Polymarket Bettors Predict 84% Chance of Trump-Harris Debate Before Election #Bitcoin https://ift.tt/3QIrXOe

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According to the blockchain-based prediction market Polymarket, there is an 84% likelihood that former President Donald Trump and current Vice President Kamala Harris will debate before the election. Trump has shown hesitation to debate Harris until her official nomination, citing significant confusion within the Democratic party. High Stakes: $142,846 Wager on Trump-Harris Debate Before Election […] from Bitcoin News https://ift.tt/AaTpXUw via IFTTT

Salvadoran Basic Goods Basket Rose to Historic Highs in June #Bitcoin https://ift.tt/fngTm5s

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The price of the Salvadoran basic goods basket, a group of foods and vegetables considered essential, rose to all-time high levels in June. The increase was pushed due to the price hikes in vegetables, going over the $260 barrier and reaching $262.17. President Bukele recently expanded the action of the Farmers’ Markets and slashed import […] from Bitcoin News https://ift.tt/eMzJRjw via IFTTT

Michigan Retirement System Invests $6.59M in Ark Invest’s Bitcoin Fund #Bitcoin https://ift.tt/fngTm5s

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According to the latest U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) 13-F filing from Ark Invest’s and 21shares’ ARKB fund, the State of Michigan Retirement System (SMRS) acquired approximately $6.59 million in ARKB shares. This news follows an announcement by Steven Fulop, the mayor of Jersey City, New Jersey, that the city’s pension fund will invest […] from Bitcoin News https://ift.tt/xFivLSo via IFTTT

WATCH: Robert F. Kennedy, Michael Saylor to Speak at Largest Bitcoin Conference in Nashville

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The Bitcoin 2024 conference continues today in Nashville with major keynotes from Michael Saylor, Cathie Wood, Edward Snowden, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and other Bitcoin leaders speaking today. bit.ly/3f7o14k http://dlvr.it/TB5p0p

Metaplanet Acquires Exclusive License to Launch Bitcoin Magazine Japan

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Bitcoin Magazine, in collaboration with Metaplanet (TYO), announced the opening of its new office in Tokyo, Japan at The Bitcoin Conference on Thursday. bit.ly/3f7o14k http://dlvr.it/TB55km

WATCH: The World's Largest Bitcoin Conference Is Happening in Nashville

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Bitcoin 2024's Industry Day kicks off today in Nashville, gathering top Bitcoin business leaders to discuss the future of Bitcoin - watch it live starting at 9AM EST. bit.ly/3f7o14k http://dlvr.it/TB55Y7

The Future of Bitcoin in America Will Be Decided at the Ballot Box

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This election will have a profound impact on the direction regulation of Bitcoin will take in the United States. bit.ly/3f7o14k http://dlvr.it/TB558v

US Bitcoin ETFs Draw $44.51M in Inflows; GBTC Sees Another Round of Outflows #Bitcoin https://ift.tt/fngTm5s

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While U.S. spot ether exchange-traded funds (ETFs) experienced outflows on Wednesday, bitcoin ETFs saw inflows totaling $44.51 million. Blackrock’s IBIT led with gains of $65.99 million, followed by Ark Invest’s and 21shares’ ARKB with $3.29 million. While Blackrock Captures Nearly $66M, Grayscale Outflows Weigh in Again During Wednesday’s trading sessions, U.S. spot bitcoin ETFs accumulated […] from Bitcoin News https://ift.tt/0CwynSe via IFTTT

Whale With Ethereum Foundation Link Transfers 92,500 ETH Worth $288M  #Bitcoin https://ift.tt/Ebqk8CN

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According to onchain data, a significant whale holding over 92,500 ether moved the funds to an unidentified wallet. Arkham Intelligence data suggests the funds may have been linked to the Ethereum Foundation, though this is not confirmed. Originally, the funds were transferred to a mysterious wallet on Sept. 1, 2015. Significant Ether Transfer Worth $288M […] from Bitcoin News https://ift.tt/SFCZzT9 via IFTTT

Justin Sun Mocks Kamala Harris With Made-up Campaign Slogan #Bitcoin https://ift.tt/Ebqk8CN

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Justin Sun, the founder of the Tron cryptocurrency ecosystem, mocked the current U.S. Vice President and favorite to be designated as the Democratic candidate for the U.S. presidency, Kamala Harris. He joked about a possible slogan for her upcoming campaign. Sun mixed the well-known “Make America Great Again” (MAGA) slogan, coined by former President Donald […] from Bitcoin News https://ift.tt/X9OUy02 via IFTTT

Ego Death Capital Raises Over $43 Million To Fund Bitcoin Companies

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Bitcoin venture fund Ego Death Capital has raised over $43 million in the first close of its $100 million second fund to invest in Series A Bitcoin Startups. bit.ly/3f7o14k http://dlvr.it/TB3MyY

Alby Opens Waitlist For Alby Hub: A One-Click Lightning Node

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Alby launches Alby Hub, a one click install Lightning node with seamless self-custodial wallet integration and ability to connect external Lightning apps. bit.ly/3f7o14k http://dlvr.it/TB2g45

Bitcoin Is Cash For The Internet

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Bitcoin is more than a payment system like Paypal, it is digital cash, a system you cannot be shut out of when you need it most. bit.ly/3f7o14k http://dlvr.it/TB2fmD

Bitcoin Rewards App Fold to Become Publicly Traded Company Through Merger #Bitcoin https://ift.tt/FMAsRe8

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Fold Inc., a bitcoin financial services firm, is set to go public through a merger with FTAC Emerald Acquisition Corp., a special purpose acquisition company (SPAC). The transaction, expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2024, will see Fold listed on Nasdaq under a new ticker symbol. Fold to Go Public Through Merger with […] from Bitcoin News https://ift.tt/kasJl9V via IFTTT

Mercury Bank Blocks Fintech Founders From Nigeria, Ukraine, and a Dozen More Countries #Bitcoin https://ift.tt/FMAsRe8

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The U.S.-based fintech company, Mercury, will offboard startups whose founders reside in or whose businesses are headquartered in 14 African countries and six non-African states. Mercury CEO Immad Akhund stated that this decision impacts customers whose deposits constitute less than 1% of Mercury’s total deposits. Affected Customers’ Deposits Less Than 1% of Mercury’s Mercury Bank, […] from Bitcoin News https://ift.tt/H6UKExm via IFTTT

Cryptoquant Report Analyzes Market Impact of New SEC-Approved Ethereum Spot ETFs #Bitcoin https://ift.tt/FMAsRe8

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On July 23, 2024, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission approved the launch of several ethereum (ETH) spot exchange-traded funds (ETFs), marking a significant development in the cryptocurrency market. The latest report from Cryptoquant delves into the implications and insights surrounding this launch, highlighting key factors investors may want to consider. Cryptoquant Analysis Explores Implications […] from Bitcoin News https://ift.tt/s6DA7Hv via IFTTT

ProtonMail Maker Proton Is Launching Its Own Bitcoin Wallet

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Proton, the company behind the encrypted email service ProtonMail, has released Proton Wallet, a non-custodial bitcoin wallet that makes transacting with bitcoin as simple as sending an email. bit.ly/3f7o14k http://dlvr.it/TB0wgm

Bitcoin Mining and HPC Leaders Unite to Create Synteq Digital

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The CEOs of SunnySide Digital and Cryptech Solutions form a new company — Synteq Digital — to meet the needs of the growing digital mining and high-performance computing (HPC) industries. bit.ly/3f7o14k http://dlvr.it/TB0D3F

Japanese Public Company Metaplanet Partners with Hoseki to Launch Bitcoin Proof of Reserves

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After becoming the "MicroStrategy of Asia", Metaplanet launches Bitcoin proof of reserves. bit.ly/3f7o14k http://dlvr.it/TB0CmB

Asian Markets Cashed out During Recent Gold Rally #Bitcoin https://ift.tt/FMAsRe8

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Buyers in Asian markets were reluctant to continue purchasing gold as it reached a new record high last week, opting to cash out and wait for deeper discounts. In India, sellers were offering discounts on gold bullion of over $65 per ounce, with local dealers preparing for regulatory changes, while in China, discounted prices reached […] from Bitcoin News https://ift.tt/gMWE41m via IFTTT

Stonex Bullion’s Analyst Predicts Gold Increase Due to Heightened Political Confusion #Bitcoin https://ift.tt/rG936Ke

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Gold prices are poised to rise due to the current political uncertainty in the United States, according to Rhona O’Connell, head of market analysis at Stonex Bullion. This comes as economic indicators suggest potential changes in monetary policy. Stonex Analyst Rhona O’Connell: Gold Poised for Gains Amid U.S. Political and Economic Changes In recent weeks, […] from Bitcoin News https://ift.tt/GpKutFh via IFTTT

Multi-Billion-Dollar Asset Manager Hamilton Lane Pioneers Private Credit Fund Launch on Solana #Bitcoin https://ift.tt/rG936Ke

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Hamilton Lane has become the first asset manager to introduce a private credit fund on the Solana blockchain, broadening its presence in the digital asset sector. By collaborating with Web3 protocol Libre, the firm aims to make its Senior Credit Opportunities Fund (SCOPE) available to a wider range of investors. Hamilton Lane Leverages Solana for […] from Bitcoin News https://ift.tt/2BkVvjz via IFTTT

Ethereum Market Stagnation Marks Tepid Trading Day Despite ETF Launch #Bitcoin https://ift.tt/rG936Ke

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Ethereum’s price exhibited volatility on Tuesday, coinciding with the launch of U.S. spot ether exchange-traded funds (ETFs) on Wall Street. At around 5 a.m. EDT, ETH surged to an intraday high of $3,540 per coin but later dropped to approximately $3,406 by 12:55 p.m. in the afternoon. Ether’s Bearish Sentiment Dominates Trading Day Amid ETF […] from Bitcoin News https://ift.tt/KkXrYFB via IFTTT

BlackRock's Spot Bitcoin ETF Records $526 Million in Inflows

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BlackRock's spot Bitcoin ETF saw a massive $526 million inflow on Monday, marking the largest single day gain for the fund since March. bit.ly/3f7o14k http://dlvr.it/T9yK5K

Bitcoin Continues to Dominate as Altcoin Season Index Score Plummets #Bitcoin https://ift.tt/rG936Ke

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In mid-July, the Altcoin Season Index (ASI) available on blockchaincenter.net began to rise, reaching a high of 46 and nearing the significant threshold of 75. Since then, however, the ASI score has dropped to 24, indicating that a period of increased gains for alternative cryptocurrencies is now more distant. Bitcoin Outperforms Altcoins as ASI Score […] from Bitcoin News https://ift.tt/TiZt8bV via IFTTT

Trump’s Claims About El Salvador and President Bukele Debunked #Bitcoin https://ift.tt/rG936Ke

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Former U.S. President Donald Trump stated that El Salvador’s 70% drop in murders was due to criminals being sent to the U.S. However, PBS fact-checked and found this claim false, attributing the decline to Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele’s anti-crime measures. El Salvador’s prison population has surged, contradicting Trump’s statement. Notable bitcoin proponents like Max Keiser […] from Bitcoin News https://ift.tt/1FqRBjd via IFTTT