Hong Kong Lawmaker Latest to Push for Strategic Bitcoin Reserve
Legislative Council member Johnny Ng called for Hong Kong to “research and consider” including Bitcoin in strategic financial reserves.
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US border agents must get warrant before cell phone searches, federal court rules
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Write About Coordination, Governance, or System in the Opt Out Contest, Win up to $6000 in Prizes
:::tip Hi Hackers! Our friends at Āut Labs have put together these writing prompts to help you create a standout entry for Theme 3 of the #OptOut writing contest—Break Ties with the Status Quo. Draft your entry with a single prompt or tackle mutiple, related prompts in one go. ::: :::info For more information, read … Read more
IoTeX 2.0: Enhancing Decentralized Infrastructure Through Staking and Governance
The blockchain landscape is evolving, and IoTeX is advancing this progress with its latest upgrade, IoTeX 2.0. As someone deeply involved with DePIN (Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks), I was interested to read the IoTeX 2.0 white paper. This new version introduces several key staking opportunities designed to enhance rewards and contribute to network security. These … Read more
A Possible Bitcoin Breakout Hinges on US Macroeconomic Factors, Says 10X Research
Investors aren’t expecting the Fed to cut rates on Wednesday, but “a rate cut indication on July 31 could push Bitcoin above $70,000,” say analysts.
Cypherpunks Write Code: David D. Friedman & the Machinery of Freedom
Not all cypherpunks were on the 90s mailing list led by Tim May, Eric Hughes, and John Gilmore. Per common definition, they’re activists dedicated to defending digital privacy and freedom, who have created or paved the way for the creation of new tools to defend it. The physicist, economist, and legal scholar David D. Friedman … Read more
Bitcoin and Cryptocurrency Trends and Developments to Look Out for in H2 2024
Image: Bitcoin is moving away from its legacy concept, and Bitcoin maximalists are sceptical Can we keep Bitcoin’s core values intact while adapting to new tech demands? Humankind’s history tells us that it is challenging to make changes that everyone can agree on n n The first cryptocurrency, Bitcoin (BTC), has come a long way … Read more
Ethereum ETF launch drives $2.2B inflows: CoinShares
CoinShares reports that Spot-based Ether ETFs debut with a significant $2.2B inflow, offset by Grayscale’s $285M net outflows.
Slovenia Becomes First European Union Nation to Issue Sovereign Digital Bond
The 30 million-euro ($32.5 million) bond was settled through the Bank of France’s tokenized cash system and coordinated by BNP Paribas.
Record $39.4B Bitcoin open interest suggests imminent price breakout
Open interest is often used to gauge the interest and liquidity behind an asset. In Bitcoin’s case, the surge in open interest could signal an imminent breakout.
NFTs face lowest monthly sales since Nov. 2023
Despite having a lesser sales volume, NFTs showed a 73% increase in transactions recorded in July.
US national debt passes $35T — 5 Things to know in Bitcoin this week
Bitcoin bulls demand a rematch with final resistance below all-time highs to start the week as BTC price upside puts $70,000 back in play.
Google’s new Nest Thermostat has an improved UI and ‘borderless’ display
Image: MysteryLupin (X) Google appears to be preparing to launch a fourth generation Nest Learning Thermostat. Details on the thermostat first leaked last week, and now the same leaker has posted more documents on X that show this new model will have a customizable home screen, a new “Dynamic Farsight” feature, and a “borderless” display. … Read more
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Cynthia Lummis’ Home State of Wyoming to Launch Bitcoin Research Institute
The institute will focus on producing “high-quality” studies on Bitcoin, aiming to close knowledge gaps stemming from misguided research.
BlackRock imposters target crypto ETF investors
BlackRock warns investors about a rise in crypto scams targeting its iShares Bitcoin and Ether ETFs, urging caution against social media impersonators.
The Clock Has Ticked on Bitcoin’s Post Halving Surge, 100 Days After the Latest Quadrennial Halving
July 29 marks the 100th day since the Bitcoin blockchain cut per block mining rewards to 3.125 BTC from 6.25 BTC.
Bitcoin Nears $70K on Back of Trump’s Speech, Bitcoin Cash and Base Memecoins Lead Crypto Market Gains
Mt. Gox payouts seem to have not spooked BCH holders as the forked version of bitcoin outperformed the market in an otherwise slow trading day.
Venezuela’s Election Body Says Nicolas Maduro Relected President, Opposition Claims Victory Too: Reports
The opposition too has claimed victory in a nation where the dependence on crypto is fueled by multiple crises.
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Bitcoin pushes toward $70K — just 6% needed for new all-time high
Bitcoin price came within 5.7% of its peak today as the week begins with positive sentiment.