EigenLayer restaker ether.fi closes $500M deal with RedStone Oracles
https://cryptobriefing.com/eigenlayer-restaker-ether-fi-500m-deal-redstone-oracles/
https://cryptobriefing.com/eigenlayer-restaker-ether-fi-500m-deal-redstone-oracles/
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EigenLayer restaker ether.fi closes $500M deal with RedStone Oracles
The deal will see ether.fi allocating $500 million to secure RedStone's data oracles, helping facilitate data between blockchains.
Ethereum’s Pectra upgrade slated for Q4 2024, bringing smart contract features and improved UX for wallets
https://cryptobriefing.com/ethereum-pectra-upgrade-smartcontract-functionality-eoa/
https://cryptobriefing.com/ethereum-pectra-upgrade-smartcontract-functionality-eoa/
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Ethereum's Pectra upgrade slated for Q4 2024, bringing smart contract features and improved UX for wallets
Ethereum's Pectra upgrade is coming, and some core smart contract functionalities that would improve UX are expected to boost wallets.
Bitcoin sentiment shifting from anticipation to optimism: IntoTheBlock
https://cryptobriefing.com/bitcoin-halving-market-shift/
https://cryptobriefing.com/bitcoin-halving-market-shift/
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Bitcoin sentiment shifting from anticipation to optimism: IntoTheBlock
Explore how the latest Bitcoin halving is transforming market expectations and miner behaviors, with a focus on scarcity and price trends.
Binance Labs invests in Bitcoin restaking protocol BounceBit
https://cryptobriefing.com/binance-labs-bouncebit-btc-restaking/
https://cryptobriefing.com/binance-labs-bouncebit-btc-restaking/
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Binance Labs invests in Bitcoin restaking protocol BounceBit
Bitcoin DeFi is gaining traction ahead of the halving, and Binance Labs' latest investment in a BTC restaking protocol follows this trend.
Berachain secures $100 million in expanded funding round
https://cryptobriefing.com/berachain-funding-success-series-b/
https://cryptobriefing.com/berachain-funding-success-series-b/
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Berachain secures $100 million in expanded funding round
Berachain's funding round hits $100M, co-led by top investors, aiming to expand globally and enhance its community.
Crypto.com Visa card usage grows 29% in one year, reveals recent report
https://cryptobriefing.com/crypto-com-spending-trends-2023/
https://cryptobriefing.com/crypto-com-spending-trends-2023/
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Crypto.com Visa card usage grows 29% in one year, reveals recent report
Explore the latest Crypto.com spending insights: a 29% increase in card usage, with online and entertainment expenditures leading the way.
OKX and Chiliz unite to empower blockchain governance, security and scalability
https://cryptobriefing.com/okx-chiliz-blockchain-validator/
https://cryptobriefing.com/okx-chiliz-blockchain-validator/
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OKX and Chiliz unite to empower blockchain governance, security and scalability
OKX becomes a validator on Chiliz Chain, enhancing the blockchain's governance and scalability for the sports and entertainment industry.
Ethereum’s L2 boost in scalability surpassed 1.000% since Dencun update
https://cryptobriefing.com/ethereum-scalability-blobs-update/
https://cryptobriefing.com/ethereum-scalability-blobs-update/
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Ethereum's L2 boost in scalability surpassed 1.000% since Dencun update
Discover how Ethereum's Dencun update with Blobs is revolutionizing scalability and reducing fees for second-layer networks.
US Senator sees Bitcoin as solution to credit card fee hike
https://cryptobriefing.com/bitcoin-payment-alternative-credit-card/
https://cryptobriefing.com/bitcoin-payment-alternative-credit-card/
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US Senator sees Bitcoin as solution to credit card fee hike
Senator Marsha Blackburn champions Bitcoin as an alternative to high-fee credit cards, citing its benefits for consumer rights and privacy.
Crypto crashes result in $783 million in long liquidations in the last 24 hours
https://cryptobriefing.com/crypto-crashes-783-million-liquidations/
https://cryptobriefing.com/crypto-crashes-783-million-liquidations/
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Crypto crashes result in $783 million in long liquidations in the last 24 hours
The reasons behind the corrections are not clear, but traders point out similarities with previous cycles.
Coinbase initiates appeal against SEC on investment contract classification for digital assets
https://cryptobriefing.com/coinbase-sec-interlocutory-appeal/
https://cryptobriefing.com/coinbase-sec-interlocutory-appeal/
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Coinbase initiates appeal against SEC on investment contract classification for digital assets
Coinbase seeks court approval for an appeal against the SEC's classification of digital assets, aiming to clarify investment contract definitions.
Tether’s $500 million Bitcoin mining project approaches final stage ahead of halving
https://cryptobriefing.com/tether-bitcoin-mining-completion/
https://cryptobriefing.com/tether-bitcoin-mining-completion/
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Tether's $500 million Bitcoin mining project approaches final stage ahead of halving
Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino confirms the nearing completion of their $500 million Bitcoin mining project across Latin America.
Bitcoin tumbles as Iran-Israel conflict escalates
https://cryptobriefing.com/bitcoin-geopolitical-drop-analysis/
https://cryptobriefing.com/bitcoin-geopolitical-drop-analysis/
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Bitcoin tumbles as Iran-Israel conflict escalates
Bitcoin drops below $61,000 amidst escalating tensions between Iran and Israel, causing a ripple effect across the crypto market.
Bitcoin and Ethereum spot ETFs may hit Hong Kong markets as early as Monday: Bloomberg
https://cryptobriefing.com/hong-kong-crypto-etfs-launch/
https://cryptobriefing.com/hong-kong-crypto-etfs-launch/
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Bitcoin and Ethereum spot ETFs may hit Hong Kong markets as early as Monday: Bloomberg
Spot Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs are expected to launch in Hong Kong next week, potentially drawing $25 billion from Chinese investors.
Crypto market shows resilience as Iran-Israel tension escalates
https://cryptobriefing.com/crypto-prices-rebound-iran-israel-conflict/
https://cryptobriefing.com/crypto-prices-rebound-iran-israel-conflict/
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Crypto market shows resilience as Iran-Israel tension escalates
The crypto market has rebounded after escalating Iran-Israel tensions triggered sharp declines, with Bitcoin and other tokens showing recovery.
Hong Kong SFC approves Bitcoin and Ethereum spot ETFs
https://cryptobriefing.com/hong-kong-bitcoin-ethereum-etfs/
https://cryptobriefing.com/hong-kong-bitcoin-ethereum-etfs/
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Hong Kong SFC approves Bitcoin and Ethereum spot ETFs
The Hong Kong SFC has approved Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs for several applicants, opening crypto exposure to more investors.
Germany’s leading federal bank set to roll out crypto custody services in H2 2024
https://cryptobriefing.com/lbbw-crypto-custody-services/
https://cryptobriefing.com/lbbw-crypto-custody-services/
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German banking giant LBBW set to roll out crypto custody services in H2 2024
LBBW, in partnership with Bitpanda, is set to launch crypto custody services for corporate clients in the second half of this year.
Crypto funds register $126 million in outflows led by investor hesitancy
https://cryptobriefing.com/digital-asset-outflows-report/
https://cryptobriefing.com/digital-asset-outflows-report/
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Crypto funds register $126 million in outflows led by investor hesitancy
Last week saw digital asset outflows of $126m, with the US leading at $145m. Bitcoin and Ethereum continue to face withdrawal pressures.