April 2024
Consensys files lawsuit against SEC over Ethereum status
Software firm Consensys seeks court ruling to stop SEC from classifying Ethereum as a security.
SEC expected to deny Ethereum ETFs: Reuters
The SEC signals a cautious crypto stance, likely rejecting Ethereum ETFs and delaying Bitcoin ETF options.
Samourai Wallet founders arrested for laundering US$100 mln
Samourai Wallet creators face money laundering and illegal business operation charges.
NodeMonkes leads NFT sales with over US$1 million in a day
NodeMonkes NFT collection tops daily sales, with significant transactions and unique buyers contributing to its all-time high volume.
Ethereum leads with over US$7 mln in daily NFT sales
Ethereum tops daily NFT market with significant sales volume and transaction count, outperforming Bitcoin and Solana.
Hong Kong to debut Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs on April 30
City’s first spot cryptocurrency ETFs to offer regulated investment options.
Ex-Binance CEO faces 3-years prison and millions in fines
Changpeng Zhao, the former CEO of Binance, may receive a 3-year sentence and $50M fine for anti-money laundering violations.
SEC postpones Ethereum ETF decisions
The SEC extends review of Ethereum ETFs and requests public comments on BlackRock’s proposal, casting uncertainty on May approvals.
NYSE considers 24/7 trading to match crypto markets
The New York Stock Exchange may introduce continuous trading, reflecting the 24-hour nature of cryptocurrency markets and evolving investor demands.
Ripple contests SEC’s US$2 bln fine, suggests US$10 mln
Ripple challenges SEC’s penalty, arguing for a reduced $10 million fine in a legal dispute.
Crypto funds worth millions unclaimed in bridges
Arkham Intelligence reveals unclaimed crypto, including Ethereum co-founder’s assets, in bridge contracts.
Shiba Inu raises US$12 mln for blockchain expansion
Crypto venture capitalists back Shiba Inu’s new blockchain project with a $12 million investment.
Tether Launches on TON Blockchain with USDT, XAUT
Stablecoin issuer Tether has expanded to The Open Network with its USDT and gold-backed XAUT tokens, aiming to enhance liquidity.
Bitcoin miner earnings soar on halving day due to Runes
Bitcoin miners experienced a revenue spike following the introduction of the Runes protocol, although transaction fees have since decreased.
Tether expands into new sectors amid regulatory watch
Tether diversifies into data, finance, power, and education sectors, aiming for innovation and empowerment.
Bitcoin halving event looms, market volatility spikes
Upcoming Bitcoin halving triggers market uncertainty.
Binance converts US$1 bln fund; eyes India comeback after obtaining Dubai license
Cryptocurrency giant Binance converts $1B safety fund to USDC, signaling a strategic move to enhance transparency and re-enter the Indian market.
EY debuts blockchain tool for private contracts
Ernst & Young launches a blockchain service to improve contract management for private companies, aiming for enhanced privacy and efficiency.
US senators unveil stablecoin regulation bill
New legislation aims to enhance financial stability by imposing strict rules on stablecoin issuers.
PayPal ends NFT purchase protections
PayPal to exclude NFTs from protection programs starting May 20, impacting buyers and sellers.
Telegram’s Durov advocates for crypto-like privacy tools
Pavel Durov proposes secure communication tech to combat surveillance.
OKX debuts Ethereum L2 network X Layer
OKX’s X Layer promises faster, cheaper Ethereum transactions with enhanced security.
Adidas and STEPN unveil NFT sneaker collaboration
adidas and Web3 app STEPN release a limited NFT sneaker series, merging virtual and physical fitness.
Hong Kong approves spot Bitcoin ETF
City’s inaugural Bitcoin ETF approval spurs price surge, signaling crypto investment growth.
Bitcoin, crypto market tumbles as Iran-Israel tensions escalate
Middle East conflict triggers a sharp decline in Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, with significant market liquidations.
FTX’s Bankman-Fried appeals 25-year sentence
Disgraced FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried challenges his prison term and seeks New York confinement during the appeal.
PUPS BRC-20 NFTs pump with over US$8 mln in sales
Memecoin mania on Bitcoin? PUPS leads Thursday’s sales.
BlackRock fund introduces USDC transfers
BlackRock’s BUIDL fund now allows share conversion to stablecoin USDC for enhanced liquidity.
STEPN launches $30 mln airdrop ahead of brand partnership
Web3 fitness app STEPN rewards users with a $30 million airdrop as it prepares for a major brand collaboration.
Solana DeFi Marginfi CEO resigns, sparking fund exodus
Marginfi’s CEO departure leads to a $100M withdrawal and a 25% TVL decline.
Bitcoin leads with a slight sales uptick in NFT market
Bitcoin sees a marginal increase in sales, outperforming Ethereum and Solana in the NFT space over the past day.
Defiance ETFs files for leveraged Ethereum futures ETF
Defiance ETFs aims to offer a leveraged Ethereum futures ETF, seeking to double daily ETH returns.
Hong Kong expected to approve spot Bitcoin ETFs mid-April
Hong Kong’s SFC is set to approve spot Bitcoin ETFs, offering new investment avenues.
Cardano set for major governance and scalability upgrades
Cardano’s upcoming upgrades aim to enhance network governance and transaction efficiency.
Binance exec refutes Nigeria laundering claims
Binance’s Tigran Gambaryan pleads not guilty to money laundering in Nigeria, faces remand.
HashKey Group launches Bermuda crypto exchange
HashKey Group’s new Bermuda-based platform, HashKey Global, targets international crypto investors with diverse services.
NodeMonkes leads NFT sales with a sharp drop
Top NFT collection sees significant decline in daily sales and transactions, with broader market fluctuations.
Bitcoin leads NFT market with over US$16 mln in sales
Bitcoin tops daily NFT sales, Ethereum and Solana follow with notable changes.
Franklin Templeton shines spotlight on Bitcoin NFTs
Investment firm notes Bitcoin NFTs’ role in crypto innovation and market changes.
Coinbase to launch Worldcoin, Ordinals futures
Coinbase gears up to offer new altcoin futures next week to expand its perpetual offerings.
Ethereum leads NFT market with over US$10 million in sales
Ethereum tops the NFT sales chart, while Bitcoin and Solana see varied performance in the past 24 hours.
Solana’s Froganas leaps to top NFT sales with US$1.45 mln
Solana’s Froganas NFT collection sees a significant increase in sales, outperforming others in the past 24 hours.
Ripple set to unveil USD-pegged stablecoin
Ripple’s upcoming stablecoin targets enhanced market transparency and compliance.
Coinbase accelerates Bitcoin trades with Lightning Network
Coinbase teams up with Lightspark to offer faster, cheaper Bitcoin transactions via the Lightning Network.
Hacker nearly nets US$50K in Wormhole airdrop
Wormhole team prevents hacker from claiming airdrop tokens.
Ethereum layer-2 market cap to reach US$1 trillion by 2030, VanEck predicts
VanEck forecasts a $1 trillion market cap for Ethereum Layer-2 networks by 2030, highlighting their scalability and efficiency.
ERC-404 pioneer Pandora leads NFT market with US$1.6 mln daily sales
The Bored Ape Yacht Club collection tops daily NFT sales, marking a notable increase in transactions and buyers.
Ethereum leads NFT market with over US$10 million in sales
Ethereum sees a slight increase in NFT transactions, while Bitcoin and Solana experience declines in the past 24 hours.
Ethereum restaking sparks risk concerns: Coinbase
Ethereum’s restaking protocols reach $13 billion TVL, raising questions about potential risks.
Agora secures US$12 mln for new stablecoin AUSD
Agora’s AUSD stablecoin launch attracts $12M in seed funding, signaling strong market confidence.
No blockchain tops US$10 mln in NFT sales on Wednesday, Bitcoin leads with US$8.25 mln
Bitcoin tops NFT market despite a minor decrease in sales, with Ethereum and Solana following.
Tensorians NFTs surge in 24-hour sales on Solana
Solana’s Tensorians NFT collection sees a significant increase in sales and transactions, leading the daily market.
Singapore strengthens crypto oversight
MAS revises PSA to cover crypto custody, aiming to enhance user protection.
BAYC surges to lead NFT sales but Solana dominates the top 10
Three Solana collections placed in Tuesday’s top five.
Ethereum leads NFT sales with a slight uptick
Ethereum sees a marginal increase in NFT sales, outperforming Bitcoin and Solana over the past 24 hours.
Tether becomes seventh largest Bitcoin holder
Stablecoin leader Tether acquires 8,889 units of Bitcoin.
Thai exchange Bitkub plans 2025 IPO
Thailand’s Bitkub aims for a 2025 IPO on SET to expand and compete in the global crypto market.
Telegram enables Toncoin for ad payments, shares profits with channels
Telegram introduces a new feature allowing channel owners to earn 50% ad revenue in Toncoin.
South Korea’s Upbit trading volume tanks
Upbit’s trading volume falls sharply from March’s peak amid market volatility.
DMarket NFT sales surge, tops daily trade chart
DMarket leads with a significant uptick in NFT transactions, signaling a vibrant market.
Bitcoin leads NFT markets as average price soar to highest mark since May 2022
The average NFT price in March rose to the highest level in almost two years.
March 2024
FTX executives settle fraud lawsuit for US$1.35 mln
Ex-FTX leaders agree to $1.35M payout in class action settlement after founder’s sentencing.
Dogwifhat climbs to third in memecoin market cap
Solana’s Dogwifhat surpasses Pepe, now third-largest meme coin by market cap, as Dogecoin community explores new ventures.
Ethereum enters the weekend on top of NFT market with over US$11 million in daily sales
Ethereum tops the NFT market as Bitcoin crawls to the US$3 billion mark.
JIGO leads NFTs for the second straight day with $1.64 million in sales
Bitcoin’s JIGO BRC-20 NFTs see a slight uptick in transactions amid market dip.
KuCoin launches US$10 mln airdrop campaign amid legal woes
KuCoin’s $10 million airdrop aims to retain users despite DOJ and CFTC charges.
Elixir Games nets US$14 mln for Web3 gaming growth
Web3 gaming company Elixir Games secures $14M in seed funding to enhance its ecosystem and introduce a new token.
Ethereum validator count passes one million
Ethereum’s security strengthens as validator numbers reach a new milestone.
Dune Analytics expands blockchain data with Tron integration
Dune Analytics partners with TRON, enhancing data access and offering a $650,000 prize for HackaTRON developers.
Bitcoin snatches daily NFT throne from Ethereum
Bitcoin maintains market stability, while Ethereum and Solana see significant changes in non-fungible token sales over the past day.
JIGO BRC-20 NFTs surge in daily sales
Bitcoin’s $JIGO BRC-20 NFTs see a significant to lead Thursday’s sales chart.
Sam Bankman-Fried sentenced to 25 years in prison
Bankman-Fried plans to appeal the conviction and sentence.