Push Protocol Unveils Push Chain: A Game-Changing Layer 1 Blockchain
Push Protocol, the innovative blockchain-based notifications project, is taking a bold step forward with the launch of Push Chain, a dedicated Layer 1 blockchain. Designed to unify and simplify Web3 experiences, Push Chain aims to solve challenges like fragmented user interfaces and scalability hurdles. Revolutionising Web3 Accessibility Previously operating as
Crypto Market Surge: Spot Trading Volume Soars 141% in November
The crypto market witnessed a dramatic resurgence in November, with a significant increase in trading activity across major exchanges and a record-breaking market valuation. Crypto spot trading volumes surged 141% in November, with centralized exchanges such as Binance, Coinbase, and Kraken seeing a sharp uptick in activity. South Korea’s Upbit
Crypto.com Partners with Deutsche Bank to Boost Global Banking Capabilities
Leading crypto exchange Crypto.com has joined hands with Deutsche Bank, Germany’s largest financial institution, to enhance its corporate banking services globally. This collaboration focuses on strengthening Crypto.com’s presence in key regions like Singapore, Australia, and Hong Kong, paving the way for future expansion. Driving Innovation and Compliance Karl Mohan, General
Abu Dhabi Recognizes Tether’s USDT as a Virtual Asset
The Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) has approved Tether’s USDT stablecoin as an Accepted Virtual Asset (AVA), marking a significant milestone for digital finance in the UAE. This recognition paves the way for regulated financial services to incorporate USDT, bolstering its role in the global crypto ecosystem. Integration with Regulated
Crypto Market Suffers $1 Trillion Loss: XRP, ADA, and DOGE Hit Hard
The crypto market has kicked off the week with sharp losses, shedding $1 trillion in market value in a single day. A staggering $1.76 billion worth of crypto assets were liquidated in the past 24 hours, with long positions accounting for $1.58 billion of the total. Over 600,000 trades were
South Korean Markets Reel Amid Political Turmoil
South Korean markets plunged following a weekend of political uncertainty, as President Yoon Suk Yeol faced mounting pressure to resign. The Kospi Index dropped 2.8%, while the Kosdaq Index tumbled over 5% to its lowest since April 2020. The won weakened nearly 1% against the dollar, nearing levels last seen
Virtu and StanChart Join UK’s First Regulated Crypto Derivatives Platform
Standard Chartered Plc and Virtu Financial Inc. are among prominent financial institutions joining Global Futures and Options Ltd. (GFO-X), a London-based crypto derivatives trading platform set to launch in early 2025. Supported by M&G Investments, GFO-X aims to establish itself as the UK’s first regulated and centrally cleared venue for
Trump Appoints David Sacks as AI & Crypto Czar to Boost Innovation
Donald Trump, the U.S. President-elect, has named former PayPal COO David Sacks as the “White House A.I. & Crypto Czar.” The appointment signals a major shift in U.S. policy toward artificial intelligence and cryptocurrencies. Sacks, a co-founder of Craft Ventures and a prominent figure in the “PayPal Mafia,” is set
Trump Taps Paul Atkins as SEC Chair: A Boost for Crypto Industry
President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Paul Atkins, a former SEC commissioner and pro-business conservative, to chair the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Known for advocating lighter regulations, Atkins is expected to ease the regulatory burden on the cryptocurrency industry. The announcement, made via Trump’s Truth Social platform, signals a shift
Bitcoin: Now the World’s 10th Largest Currency
Bitcoin has reached a historic milestone, becoming the world’s 10th largest currency by market capitalisation. With a current value of $2.04 trillion across 19.8 million BTC, it has cemented its place as a dominant force in global finance. From Humble Beginnings to $2 Trillion Launched in 2009, Bitcoin started as
