Crypto News And Market Updates

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U.S. Government Transfers $594 Million in Seized Silk Road Bitcoin

August 14, 2024 Paulo

The U.S. government transferred $594M in seized Silk Road Bitcoin to Coinbase Prime, triggering market speculation and a 3.6% BTC price drop.

TON Blockchain Partners with Pyth Network to Elevate Data Delivery for Developers

August 14, 2024 Paulo

TON Blockchain has partnered with Pyth Network to provide developers with real-time, institutional-quality data feeds, enhancing DeFi application development.

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Cumberland Deploys $1 Billion in Tether as Crypto Market Shows Signs of Recovery

August 13, 2024 Paulo

Cumberland deployed $1B in Tether to major exchanges during a crypto market recovery, possibly capitalizing on the recent market dip for profit.

Canadian cryptocurrency exchange ezBtc accused of gambling away $9.5 million of user funds.

Canadian Crypto Exchange ezBtc Accused of Gambling Away $9.5 Million in User Funds

August 13, 2024 Paulo

Canadian crypto exchange ezBtc accused of gambling away $9.5M in user funds, leading to its dissolution. Sanctions against founder expected soon.

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OpenOcean Expands DEX Aggregator to Rootstock: What It Means for Bitcoin DeFi

August 13, 2024 Paulo

Coinbase re-enters Hawaii, enabling residents to buy, sell, and stake cryptocurrencies after DeFi regulatory changes lift key licensing requirements.

Germany’s KfW Partners with Boerse Stuttgart for Blockchain-Based Digital Bond

August 12, 2024 Paulo

KfW and Boerse Stuttgart Digital join forces for Germany’s first blockchain-based digital bond, driving financial innovation and ECB digital currency trials.

Trudeau’s Rival Pierre Poilievre Pushes to Ban Central Bank Digital Currency in Canada

August 12, 2024 Paulo

Pierre Poilievre vows to ban a central bank digital currency in Canada, advocating for the protection of cash and resisting government digitization.

IBM's Lightweight Engine on the WatsonX.ai platform with a focus on AI deployment for businesses.

IBM’s Lightweight Engine: The Future of AI Deployment for Businesses

August 11, 2024 Paulo

IBM’s Lightweight Engine for WatsonX is set to revolutionize AI deployment, offering efficient on-premises solutions tailored for security-sensitive industries.

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Santa Monica Launches Bitcoin Office Webpage to Promote Industry Collaboration and Job Creation

August 11, 2024 Paulo

Santa Monica’s Bitcoin Office webpage launches to foster industry partnerships, create jobs, and educate the public on cryptocurrency and its impact.

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Israeli Tourists Robbed of $700K in Costa Rica Bitcoin Heist

August 10, 2024 Paulo

Eleven Israeli tourists were robbed of $700K in Bitcoin during a violent Costa Rica attack, raising alarms about the escalating threat of crypto crime.