In a recent security lapse, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) official X (formerly Twitter) account fell victim to unauthorized access. This incident led to the dissemination of false information regarding the approval of Bitcoin ETFs, an assertion that the SEC has since firmly denied. Hacked Account Spreads False Bitcoin ETF Approval On Tuesday, […]
X Confirms US SEC Account Was Hacked, After Bitcoin ETF Fake Announcement
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) Twitter (X) account was compromised by an unidentified individual, the Safety Team of the social media platform confirmed after conducting a preliminary investigation. Earlier, the crypto ecosystem went into disarray after the Bitcoin ETF announcement came from the SEC X Account was later claimed to be an unauthorized […]
Ethereum and XRP ETFs Could Be Next, Suggests Valkyrie’s Investment Chief
With the likelihood of approvals for spot Bitcoin Exchange Traded Fund (ETF) products by the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Valkyrie’s Chief Investment Officer Steven McClurg has hinted that a spot Ethereum ETF and XRP ETF may also be around the corner. Spot Ethereum ETF: Is The Time Right? While Steven McClurg said he […]
Bitcoin ETF Fake Tweet: Anthony Scaramucci Says SEC Staff Jumped The Gun
Former White House communications director Anthony Scaramucci believes the drama around the unauthorized tweet about the approval of spot Bitcoin ETF might be a case of one of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) employees prematurely sharing the message. The episode meant the US SEC facing heavy criticism around the mistake that had ‘market […]
Peter Schiff Criticizes Bitcoin Amid ETF Approval Buzz
Economist Peter Schiff has voiced his skepticism regarding Bitcoin, especially regarding the potential approval of U.S.-listed spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs). Schiff, known for his critical stance on cryptocurrencies, described Bitcoin as a failed digital currency, emphasizing its speculative nature. Peter Schiff’s Stance on Bitcoin and ETFs Schiff’s commentary is pivotal when the anticipation for […]
Bitcoin ETF Race Heats Up as Firms Reduce Fees in Final Push Before SEC Verdict
All major players in the Bitcoin exchange-traded product (ETP) rushed to amend S-1 forms before the SEC’s final deadline on Monday. Tuesday saw some stir due to a false SEC approval post, which was later identified as a hacking incident and removed from the official channel. In the meantime, applicants are adjusting their offerings, with […]
Bitcoin Whiplash on Bogus ETF Approval News Sparks Market Manipulation Memes
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) took around fifteen minutes to dismiss its Bitcoin ETF approval post on X as false. While the Bitcoin price was well within range amid the chaos, memes against the SEC have created havoc. Notably, the cryptocurrency market experienced a brief period of volatility. But Bitcoin’s value swung within […]
Bullet Blockchain Buys Bitcoin ATMs in Florida Amid State’s Rigid Laws
U.S.-based software developer Bullet Blockchain on Tuesday said that it has purchased a network of 40 Bitcoin ATMs located in South Florida. The move comes at a time when the state of Florida has been in a dilemmatic situation with its crypto laws amid a difference between integration and government statements. Bullet Blockchain acquires Bitcoin […]
Top Altcoins To Buy January 9: SOL, LINK, SEI
As investors scratch their heads, wondering whether it is a good time to buy Bitcoin and crypto or look elsewhere for opportunities, some top altcoins are standing out, and promising outsized returns after the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) approves spot BTC exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in the US. Bitcoin Price To Lead ETF-Driven Rally Bitcoin showed substantial […]
CoinDCX Allocates $1 Million to Help Asset Transfers Amid Tightened Govt Regulations
CoinDCX, an Indian cryptocurrency exchange, announced on Tuesday that it has put aside $1 million to help investors with crypto asset transfers from overseas exchanges that do not comply with the Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU). CoinDCX keeps $1 million for asset transfers Indian crypto exchange CoinDCX on Tuesday said that it has kept aside nearly […]