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Bitcoin stays out of fear for 11 straight days as price tips near 24K
Bitcoin (BTC) has just clocked its 11th consecutive day outside the “Fear” zone in the Crypto Fear and Greed Index, cementing its longest streak out of fear since March 2022. Bitcoin Fear and Greed Index is 61 – GreedCurrent price: $23,780 pic.twitter.com/U5gxN3AwnT — Bitcoin Fear and Greed Index (@BitcoinFear) January 30, 2023 It comes as […] More
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This Canadian Man Lost his Life Savings in a Crypto Scam on YouTube
Stephen Carr – a resident of Meaford, Ontario – said he lost his entire life savings of nearly $500,000 after being conned into a cryptocurrency scheme on YouTube. Scammers have used the video-sharing website multiple times to lure victims. Some have even uploaded fake recordings of famous people, including Elon Musk, Steve Wozniak, Bill Gates, […] More
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Panama’s Supreme Court to rule on cryptocurrency legislation
Panama’s crypto bill saga has reached a new chapter, with the country’s Supreme Court deciding the future of the local crypto industry. Panama’s President Laurentino Cortizo sent on Jan. 26 the Bill No. 697, dubbed the “crypto bill,” to the high court for review and approval, after objecting to the legislation, claiming it violated the […] More
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LTC, AVAX, APT and FTM prepare to rally as Bitcoin price targets $24K
Bitcoin (BTC) has rallied nearly 40% so far in January, which is the best start to the year since 2013. The sharp up-move has turned several on-chain signals bullish, according to on-chain analyst Cole Garner. Usually, a sharp recovery from the market lows, driven by the leader, is a sign that strong hands may be […] More
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Bitcoin Price Prediction as Bulls Push BTC Above $23,000 – How High Can BTC Go?
On January 29, Bitcoin price has surged over 2.5%, with the leading cryptocurrency reaching a price of over $23,500. The surge in bitcoin’s price has been fueled by institutional buying and the expectation of further adoption. The technical outlook is suggesting bullish predictions for BTC’s future, but it remains unclear how high the asset will […] More
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8 Years in Prison for a Doctor Paying $60K in BTC to Dark Web Hitmen
Senior United States District Judge William Fremming Nielsen sentenced the 56-year-old American Ronald Craig Ilg to eight years in federal prison. The latter hired hitmen on the Dark Web to kidnap his wife and beat his former colleague, and paid them over $60,000 worth of bitcoin. Maximum Penalty for the Doctor The US Department of […] More
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Pro: the recent rally in Bitcoin may not be ‘sustainable’
Katie Stockton expects a pullback in Bitcoin price ahead. She explained her “neutral” view on CNBC’s “Squawk Box”. Bitcoin has climbed roughly 40% since the start of 2023. Bitcoin has now surpassed the key $23,000 level but Katie Stockton of Fairlead Strategies continues to recommend caution as the recent rally could reverse just as easily. […] More
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North Korean hackers launder $27M ETH from Harmony Bridge attack
North Korean exploiters behind the Harmony Bridge attack continue to launder the funds stolen in June 2022. According to on-chain data revealed on Jan. 28 by blockchain sleuth ZachXBT, the perpetrators moved another $27.18 million in Ethereum (ETH) over the weekend. The tokens were transferred to six different crypto exchanges, noted ZachXBT in a Twitter […] More
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Crypto.news weekly recap: sustained regulatory efforts amid increased adoption, more trouble for Sam Bankman-Fried
The last week in crypto was mixed, seeing progress and obstacles. Increasing global regulatory efforts and general adoption pointed to steady support. Meanwhile, increased hacks and scams reminded the industry of the need for better security measures. Alongside these developments, the crypto community closely monitored updates in the ongoing FTX case, where ex-boss, Sam Bankman-Fried, […] More
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Argo Blockchain Slapped With Lawsuit Over Misleading Statements
Argo Blockchain has been accused of federal securities law violation during the initial public offering (IPO) of its American depositary shares (ADS) in 2021, according to a filing in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York. The latest development is yet another blow to Argo, which was struggling to stay […] More
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Former PBOC member criticizes China’s ban on crypto
Huang Yiping, a former monetary policy member of the People’s Bank Of China (PBoC), has expressed concerns about China missing out on financial development opportunities following the nation’s ban on cryptocurrencies. Cryptocurrency adoption linked to development opportunities, says ex-PBoC member While the PBoC had reasons to ban virtual currency activities, Yiping notes that the central […] More
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Tron co-founder wants TRX adopted as legal tender in at least five countries within a year
Justin Sun, a Grenada diplomat, wants TRX, the native of Tron, a smart contracting platform he co-founded, adopted as legal tender in at least five countries within a year. Sun hopes TRX adoption will trigger global acceptance of crypto as legal tender In a series of tweets posted on his official account, Sun expressed that […] More