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Bitcoin Fees Climb 150% in 3 Days as Block Space Grows More Expensive
Transaction fees within the Bitcoin network have surged considerably, eclipsing the figures recorded merely three days prior. A transfer deemed high-priority, which formerly cost an average of $3.38, now demands a fee of $8.46. This…
2 Years Ago, Bitcoin Hit an All-Time High. Is Another Rally on the Way?
We were full of “irrational exuberance” in November 2021.
Blackrock Registers Ishares Ethereum Trust With Delaware’s Division of Corporations
Blackrock may be taking steps toward obtaining approval from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for a spot ethereum exchange-traded fund (ETF) in the near future. This comes on the heels of the company’s application…
FTT Skyrockets Amid FTX Acquisition Rumors Tied to NYSE’s Ex-President
FTX’s proprietary token, FTT, has witnessed an impressive surge of over 80% following reports that say Tom Farley, the former president of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), is potentially interested in acquiring and rebooting the…
Bitcoin Hits 18-Month High as Market ‘Greed’ Takes Hold, Igniting Short Squeeze Frenzy
The Crypto Fear and Greed Index (CFGI) currently reveals a mood of “greed” within the cryptocurrency market, scoring a 69 out of 100. As of November 9, 2023, at 5:20 a.m. Eastern Time, the price of bitcoin peaked above $37K…
First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Tops $37K
The latest price moves in bitcoin and crypto markets in context for Nov. 9, 2023. First Mover is CoinDesk’s daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets.
Exploring The Two ‘Overlooked’ Bullish Tailwinds for Bitcoin
As the spot ETF narrative hogs the limelight, the U.S. Treasury's recent decision to slow the pace of bond sales and worsening economic and geopolitical issues silently strengthen the bullish case in bitcoin.
ARK Snaps Up $9.5M HOOD Shares Day After Robinhood Announces European Expansion
The fund continues to sell GBTC as shares have rallied 235% this year, outperforming bitcoin and traditional risk assets.
Biden Administration Seeks More Tools to Combat Illicit Crypto Use, Says Treasury Official
United States Deputy Secretary of the Treasury Wally Adeyemo says the Biden administration is seeking more tools to combat the illicit use of crypto. “We’re going to work with Congress to get more tools,” he stressed, advising…