Roland Guirdonan
Roland is a Public Relations & Communications guru with an immense passion for the blockchain and crypto industry. A fusion of his expertise and passion led to the dawn of Optimisus in 2020.
Articles by Roland Guirdonan
4 months ago
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BONK, claiming to be the “first Solana dog coin,” has defied the odds by rising 15% in the last 24 hours. BONK has emerged as a refreshing beacon of green in a landscape where both Dogecoin and Shiba Inu are suffering double-digit losses, raising questions among investors about the strength behind its bark. BONK’s bullish stride isn’t just a fad; it’s part of a larger trend. The meme coin has increased by 10% in the last week, bringing its value to $0.00001363. This not only reflects BONK’s tenacity but also highlights its notable medium-term momentum. Analysts are optimistic about BONK’s
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Customers of the bankrupt crypto lender Celsius Network are now in hot water as bankruptcy managers pursue legal action against those who made significant withdrawals within 90 days of the company’s bankruptcy declaration. This action has left affected customers with the difficult choice of returning some of their funds or facing additional legal consequences. A recent filing, made public on Tuesday, sheds light on the legal disputes involving customers who withdrew more than $100,000 within the 90 days before July 12, 2022. These customers are now the subject of a legal dispute initiated by bankruptcy administrators, who have formally notified
4 months ago
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Indian crypto firms are making a strategic move to Dubai in order to avoid India’s stringent digital currency tax regulations. The taxing environment in India has posed challenges for crypto businesses, prompting a shift to Dubai, which has more favorable regulations and business conditions. The taxation of digital currencies in India has become a barrier to the growth of crypto firms, prompting them to look for opportunities in Dubai, which is known for its supportive regulatory framework. The financial ties between India and the UAE play a role in this migration, with the UAE accounting for a significant portion of
4 months ago
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The United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is dealing with a significant backlog of paperwork as the highly anticipated deadline for Bitcoin Exchange-Traded Fund (ETF) approval approaches. Despite the administrative hurdles, the market is cautiously optimistic about the prospect of a Bitcoin ETF. Concerns have been raised about the SEC’s ability to process the extensive paperwork promptly as the deadline approaches. Eleanor Terrett, a FOX Business journalist, expressed skepticism about an immediate approval, citing the SEC’s unpredictable nature. However, the recent 7.12% increase in Bitcoin’s price indicates that the market is optimistic about a positive outcome. Scott Melker, a
4 months ago
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The price of Sei tokens has skyrocketed in 2024, driven by a surge in demand that has propelled it to an all-time high of $0.80. This surge represents a staggering 700% increase from its 2023 low, cementing its position as one of the world’s most sought-after cryptocurrencies. Sei has emerged as a standout player in the crypto landscape, with a current market value of more than $1.7 billion. Sei tokens made a significant impact in the futures market, with open interest exceeding $160 million shortly after their August launch. This achievement coincided with the platform’s pledge to become carbon neutral,
4 months ago
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The blockchain platform Fantom is displaying signs of a possible bullish reversal, with analysts pointing to the formation of a double-bottom pattern. Analyst Ali highlighted the emergence of a “W” pattern on FTM‘s weekly price chart in a recent post on X, implying a bullish resurgence for the asset. A double bottom, also known as a “W” pattern, is a recognized technical analysis formation that indicates a potential downtrend reversal. This pattern is distinguished by the price forming two consecutive bottoms, followed by a sharp bullish move, indicating a shift in market sentiment. According to the most recent data, Fantom
4 months ago
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SOL, Solana’s native cryptocurrency, has begun an impressive ascent, breaking through the $110 barrier, demonstrating resilience, and sustaining a remarkable three-week climb. This surge coincides with the overall industry recovery and increased meme coin activity, which contributes to Solana’s growing acceptance.
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Arthur Hayes, the co-founder of BitMEX, has made a shift in his investment strategy, moving from Solana (SOL) to Ethereum (ETH). The unexpected decision, announced on the X platform, was attributed to a “divine message” Hayes claimed to have received during meditation. Alongside this switch, he made a bold prediction, foreseeing Ethereum’s price potentially hitting $5,000. Despite Solana’s recent achievements, reaching milestones and climbing close to $100, Hayes opted to divest from Solana and increase his investment in Ethereum. This announcement caused a stir within the crypto community, especially among Solana supporters, given Solana’s current strong performance in the market.
4 months ago
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Judge Lewis Kaplan denied former FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried a sentencing delay on Wednesday, adding to the legal saga surrounding him. Bankman-Fried’s legal team had asked for more time to prepare for his sentencing and possibly another trial. However, his request for an extension was denied, paving the way for his sentencing on March 28. The ex-CEO faces a sentence of up to 110 years in prison. The defense team requested more time to gather materials and prepare for possible additional charges. These previously dropped charges allege that Bankman-Fried provided around $100 million to politicians. Despite the possibility of extradition
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Bitcoin’s price has risen above $43,000, fueled by renewed interest and optimism surrounding the potential launch of a spot Bitcoin Exchange-Traded Fund (ETF) in the United States. The excitement stems from the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) upcoming decision on spot ETFs, with a final decision expected in early January. The news that asset management behemoth BlackRock has changed its policy to accept Bitcoin redemptions for its products provided a significant boost to confidence. Another notable trend contributing to the Bitcoin market’s vitality is the increase in inscriptions and, as a result, the fees paid to miners. Inscription fees, which
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OKX‘s NFT has outperformed major players such as OpenSea, Blur, and Magic Eden, with a staggering daily trading volume exceeding $50 million. This milestone, reported by DappRadar, occurred around 10:00 a.m. UTC on December 18, demonstrating OKX NFT Marketplace’s market dominance. While the platform’s daily trading volume has decreased slightly to $35 million, it still has a significant lead over other well-known NFT markets. The combined 24-hour trading volume of Blur, Magic Eden, and OpenSea is around $24 million, highlighting OKX NFT Marketplace’s current dominance. The increased trading volume can be attributed to the platform’s introduction of Bitcoin Ordinals trading.
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Ledger ConnectKit fell victim to a supply chain attack, resulting in a significant security compromise known as a “rug-pull.” The vulnerability allows the injection of malicious code into various decentralized applications (dApps), posing a considerable threat to users and their assets. Web3 security firm Blockaid identified LedgerHQ’s ConnectKit, particularly versions beyond 1.1.4, as the compromised package in this attack. According to Ledger, the incident occurred when a former employee’s NPMJS account was compromised due to a phishing attempt earlier today. The malicious code, redirected to a hacker’s wallet using a rogue WalletConnect project, is under investigation. Ledger has pledged to
