Polygon Labs made a significant announcement on Wednesday, revealing the successful launch of the POL token upgrade on the Ethereum mainnet. This upgrade is a pivotal step in implementing the Polygon 2.0 roadmap, which aims to scale Ethereum and create the Value Layer of the Internet. The POL token, a next-generation digital asset, is central to this […]
Hashdex sits down with SEC over spot Bitcoin ETF application
Asset manager Hashdex recently met with the U.S. SEC to address the regulator’s concerns over its application for a spot Bitcoin ETF.
Recovery firm proposes cracking former Ripple CTO’s $244M Bitcoin hard drive
A company is petitioning former Ripple chief technology officer Stefan Thomas for a hard drive containing more than 7,000 Bitcoin BTC $34,708 that he has been unable to access for years. In an Oct. 25 open letter, crypto recovery firm Unciphered offered to unlock an IronKey hard drive belonging to Thomas containing 7,002 BTC — […]
Recovery firm proposes cracking former Ripple CTO’s $244M Bitcoin hard drive
Stefan Thomas, the former chief technology officer at Ripple, has an IronKey hard drive containing 7,002 BTC with only two attempts at guessing a password remaining.
Simple Steps To Purchasing Your First Bitcoin
Purchasing your first Bitcoin can be an exciting yet slightly daunting experience, especially if you’re new to the world of cryptocurrency. Here, we present a beginner’s guide to help you navigate the process with ease. Step 1: Choose a Reputable Cryptocurrency Exchange Before you can buy Bitcoin, you’ll need to register with a cryptocurrency exchange. […]
Genesis moves for early bankruptcy payouts as NYAG suit applies pressure
A recent lawsuit initiated by the New York Attorney General’s Office (NYAG) could impact Genesis’ bankruptcy process, according to a Oct. 24 report from Reuters. Genesis plans to propose a “no deal” bankruptcy plan in response to actions taken by the NYAG, in which, instead of waiting for the lawsuit’s outcome, it would distribute available […]
Tech Titans Microsoft and Google Make AI Moves Down Under
While the appeal of a largely untapped market is clear, some say the move could also reflect a regulatory chill in the U.S.
Crypto’s Red Alert: Is War Pushing Bitcoin To $1 Million? Arthur Hayes Weighs In
Arthur Hayes, the former CEO of BitMEX, a prominent cryptocurrency exchange, has recently shared his viewpoint, signaling a watershed moment for Bitcoin (BTC). With a world grappling with heightened geopolitical tensions and economic uncertainties, Hayes has delved into how these macro factors can impact the trajectory of Bitcoin. His recent blog post, “The Periphery,” casts […]
Elliptic debunks WSJ article on Hamas crypto fundraising
Blockchain analytics provider Elliptic refuted claims made in a Wall Street Journal article that misinterpreted its data and incorrectly said Hamas raised millions in cryptocurrencies.
Polygon Labs Deploys POL Token Upgrade on Ethereum Mainnet
Polygon Labs has announced that the POL token upgrade is now live on the Ethereum mainnet. The upgrade to POL has been initiated on the Ethereum mainnet following several months of development, community consultation, and a successful testnet launch. POL Token Upgrade Goes Live Even though POL has been deployed on the mainnet, this does […]