CertiK announces CertiK Ventures to boost blockchain development
CertiK Ventures aims to drive on-chain innovation by supporting security-first projects, fostering key partnerships, and making strategic investments.
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EU watchdog urges banks to prioritize clients in AI usage
The EU’s top financial regulator, ESMA, mandates that banks and investment firms ensure AI tools prioritize client interests, reinforcing accountability under MiFID.
Japanese Crypto Exchange DMM Bitcoin Suffers $305M Hack
Measures have been taken to prevent further unauthorized outflows, the exchange said.
VC firm Antler’s CEO says Asia presents ‘biggest opportunity’ in the world for growth
We caught up with Antler founder and CEO Magnus Grimeland about the startup scene in Asia, the current tech startup trends in the region, and investment approaches during the rise of AI technology. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Inside the Google algorithm
Image: Alex Parkin / The Verge The algorithm that powers Google Search is one of the most important, most complicated, and least understood systems that rule the internet. As of this week, though, we understand it a little better. Thanks to a huge leak of API documentation, we got an unprecedented look at what Google … Read more
How billions in outflows from Grayscale could impact Ethereum ETF launch
Outflows from the Grayscale Ethereum Trust (ETHE) could dampen the Spot Ethereum ETF approval party but create significant opportunities for traders.
Tether invests $150M in Jihan Wu’s crypto mining firm Bitdeer
Following the investment, Tether expects close collaboration with Bitdeer across several key infrastructure areas, CEO Paolo Ardoino said.
Bybit Confirms Executive Shake Up After Notcoin Deposit Delays
Cryptocurrency exchange Bybit has confirmed reports that several executives have “changed roles” after a botched notcoin (NOT) launch resulted in $23 million in compensation being sent to 320,000 users.
3 solid Bitcoin indicators predicting BTC price rise to $75K in June
A breakout from Bitcoin’s symmetrical triangle pattern is imminent as long-term holders continue to accumulate.
Tether Buys $100M Worth of Bitdeer Shares With Option to Purchase $50M More
Bitdeer intends to use the proceeds to fund its data center expansion and ASIC-based mining rig development, the Singapore-based company said.
NFT sales volume tumbles 54% in May: CryptoSlam
NFT sales dropped from $1 billion in April to $624 million in May, with Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana-based digital collectibles significantly declining.
First Mover Americas: Crypto Market Flat Ahead of U.S. Inflation Data
The latest price moves in bitcoin (BTC) and crypto markets in context for May 31, 2024. First Mover is CoinDesk’s daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets.
No, JasmyCoin Does Not Have a Partnership With Apple—But Its Token Is Still Pumping
After Apple announced it’ll be integrating Japan’s My Number feature into its iPhones, investors believed JasmyCoin was part of the deal.
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Crypto Bettors Lay 17% Odds on Donald Trump in Jail Before Election Day
Gamblers have placed almost $900,000 in bets on the “Trump in jail before election day?” market on the predictions application Polymarket.
Chinese e-commerce marketplace Temu faces stricter EU rules as a ‘very large online platform’
Temu is to face Europe’s strictest rules after being designated as a “very large online platform” under the Digital Services Act (DSA). © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
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Bitcoin’s Short Term Momentum Flips Bearish; Support Under $65K
The 50-day simple moving average marks major support at $64,870.
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Spain bans Meta from launching election features on Facebook, Instagram over privacy fears
Meta has been banned from launching features on Facebook and Instagram that would have collected data on voters in Spain using the social networks ahead of next month’s European Elections. The local data protection authority, the AEPD, has used emergency powers to protect local users’ privacy. Meta confirmed to TechCrunch it has complied with the … Read more
Crypto market braces for $875M token unlocks in June
Nearly $875 million in crypto tokens from projects like Aptos, Arbitrum, Starknet and Sui will be unlocked in June as vesting periods end.