Author: James Wilson

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Key details from MicroStrategy’s recent Bitcoin acquisition

November 18, 2024 1 min read

MicroStrategy has announced a significant Bitcoin (BTC) acquisition, purchasing 51,780 BTC between November 11 and November 17, 2024. This move highlights the company’s steadfast commitment to its Bitcoin-focused strategy, championed by Executive Chairman Michael Saylor. The purchase was funded through MicroStrategy’s At-the-Market (ATM) program, which involves issuing and selling shares to raise capital. To date, the company has utilized $5.7 billion of the program’s $21 billion total, leaving $15.3 billion

MicroStrategy acquires 27,200 more Bitcoin for $2B

November 12, 2024 1 min read

Michael Saylor’s company, MicroStrategy, has made headlines again by purchasing an additional 27,200 bitcoins for nearly $2 billion. This move solidifies MicroStrategy’s position as the largest corporate holder of bitcoin, bringing their total to 279,420 BTC, valued at just under $23 billion as the cryptocurrency reaches record highs above $82,000. The firm has invested a total of $11.9 billion in BTC, which means they are currently enjoying a profit of

SHIB burn rate jumps by 1330%, burning over 34 million tokens

November 9, 2024 1 min read

The Shiba Inu community is buzzing with excitement as the burn rate of SHIB tokens has skyrocketed by an impressive 1330%. In just 24 hours, a staggering 34,912,694 SHIB tokens were burned, which is a promising sign for investors. This reduction in supply could enhance the token’s scarcity, potentially driving up its value. Currently, SHIB is trading at $0.00001947, reflecting a 2.36% increase over the past day. The market capitalization

Ethereum plummets to a critical support level of around $2,400

November 4, 2024 1 min read

The cryptocurrency market is currently experiencing a familiar lull, reminiscent of previous cycles at the start of the month. After a brief surge on Saturday, activity has slowed down significantly over the past day. Traders are keeping a close eye on the US crypto scene, especially with potential influences like Federal Reserve rate cuts and upcoming elections that could sway prices. Ethereum, the leading altcoin, has been on a downward

Binance accused of charging a high amount of fees for listings

November 4, 2024 1 min read

Recently, the CEO of Moonrock Capital stirred up a conversation on Twitter by accusing Binance of imposing hefty fees for project listings. This sparked a lively debate among key figures in the cryptocurrency community, who shared a range of perspectives on the implications for decentralized projects on centralized platforms like Binance and Coinbase. In response to these claims, Yi He, Binance’s co-founder and chief customer service officer, took to her

OKX partners with Standard Chartered to offer secure, third-party crypto custody for institutional investors

November 1, 2024 1 min read

OKX, a cryptocurrency exchange, has teamed up with Standard Chartered to enhance security for institutional investors through reliable third-party custody solutions. This partnership merges OKX’s cryptocurrency expertise with Standard Chartered’s established reputation in traditional banking, aiming to build trust among institutional clients. The Chief of Security at OKX described this collaboration as a significant step forward, highlighting the critical need for trust and security as more institutional investors venture into

Bitcoin soars above $72K, liquidating over $200M in short positions

October 29, 2024 1 min read

In the last 24 hours, Bitcoin (BTC) has experienced a notable surge, climbing 5% and surpassing the significant $70,000 mark, according to CoinMarketCap. This rally has been accompanied by impressive trading volumes, reaching $48 billion—almost double what was seen on Monday. On Tuesday, Bitcoin soared past $72,000, driving a broader market upswing just days before the U.S. elections, which many traders view as a potential positive influence on the market,

Hackers allegedly steal $20 million in crypto from US government wallets

October 26, 2024 2 mins read

In a troubling development, hackers are believed to have made off with $20 million in cryptocurrency from wallets associated with the US government. The stolen assets include popular cryptocurrencies like USDC, USDT, aUSDC, and Ethereum (ETH). Reports indicate that the hackers have already started laundering the funds through quick exchanges. The breach was uncovered by Arkham Intelligence and crypto investigator ZachXBT, although the US government has not yet publicly acknowledged

Tesla still holds all 11,509 Bitcoin, worth over $776M

October 23, 2024 1 min read

Recent blockchain data indicates that Tesla Inc. continues to hold all of its 11,509 Bitcoin, putting to rest speculation about a possible sale. Last week, Arkham Intelligence, a blockchain analytics firm, reported that Tesla had moved its Bitcoin—worth over $776 million—to new, undisclosed wallets, sparking rumors that the company might be offloading its holdings. However, Arkham later clarified that these transactions were internal wallet reorganizations rather than sales. They explained

Vitalik Buterin outlines Ethereum’s next phase

October 20, 2024 1 min read

Vitalik Buterin, co-founder of Ethereum, recently shared insights about the platform’s upcoming developments, particularly a phase known as “The Surge.” This initiative aims to significantly enhance Ethereum’s transaction capabilities, targeting an impressive 100,000 transactions per second (TPS). To achieve this, the team is focusing on innovative technologies such as rollups, sharding, and Layer-2 (L2) solutions, all while keeping the platform decentralized. Buterin highlighted the pivotal role of rollups, which allow

Ethereum’s daily active addresses surges by over 20%

October 15, 2024 2 mins read

Ethereum is currently experiencing a notable increase in user engagement, with daily active addresses rising by 21%. This surge in activity typically suggests a growing user base, which could support price increases. However, despite this uptick, Ethereum’s price remains under pressure, hovering around $2,533. Traders are actively selling, which has made it difficult for the token to break through significant resistance levels. The rise in unique addresses conducting transactions indicates