Category cryptocurrency

Bitcoin traded near $71,000 on Thursday, showing a pause in momentum despite improving global sentiment and rising retail accumulation. While easing geopolitical tensions supported prices, analysts noted that weak spot volumes and inconsistent ETF flows indicate limited conviction. Altcoins remained under pressure, with investors closely watching macroeconomic data fo...

A New York Times report has suggested that Adam Back could be Satoshi Nakamoto, citing similarities in writing style, technical ideas, and early cryptographic work. However, the claim remains unproven, with Back denying the allegations. The debate adds to ongoing speculation around Bitcoin’s anonymous creator.

Coinbase has secured an Australian Financial Services Licence (AFSL), paving the way to expand its crypto offerings in the country. The move comes ahead of new legislation mandating licences for exchanges. With rising crypto adoption in Australia, the development reflects growing regulatory clarity and institutional participation in the digital asset market.

The FDIC has proposed new rules under the GENIUS Act to regulate stablecoin issuers in the US. The framework mandates full asset backing, audits, and stricter compliance standards. The move aims to improve trust and stability in the sector as institutions increasingly explore crypto-linked financial products.

Bitcoin traded above $71,000 on Wednesday as easing geopolitical tensions triggered a relief rally across global markets. Strong ETF inflows and short liquidations supported the move, while analysts noted that institutional participation remains uneven. Altcoins posted gains, but investors are closely watching upcoming inflation data for confirmation of further upside...

Argentine banks are piloting JPMorgan’s JPM Coin to improve interbank settlements and explore blockchain-based financial infrastructure. The initiative focuses on reducing costs and improving transaction speeds while testing distributed ledger technology. The move reflects growing institutional interest in digital assets and could pave the way for wider blockchain a...

The Solana Foundation has launched the STRIDE Network to improve security across DeFi protocols. Developed with Asymmetric Research, the framework evaluates projects across multiple risk areas and introduces a real-time incident response network. The move comes amid rising exploit cases, as the industry looks to strengthen transparency, monitoring, and coordinated thr...

Bitcoin traded near $68,500 on April 7 after briefly crossing $70,000, with profit booking and geopolitical tensions limiting upside. Analysts highlighted strong institutional demand but noted inconsistent ETF flows and macro uncertainty. Altcoins showed weakness, indicating cautious sentiment as investors awaited key inflation data for further direction.

China is encouraging banks to adopt blockchain technology to enable secure sharing of tax data and improve lending processes. The initiative is expected to enhance transparency, reduce fraud risks, and make credit more accessible, especially for small businesses. It also reflects the country’s focus on using blockchain in regulated financial systems.

Jack Dorsey’s decentralised messaging app Bitchat has been removed from Apple’s China App Store following regulatory concerns raised by Chinese authorities. The app, which operates without internet using Bluetooth mesh networks, was flagged for its potential to influence public opinion. Despite the removal, it remains available globally and has gained traction in ...