Blockchain - Crypto News And Market Updates

Dormant Bitcoin Wallet from 2014 Moves BTC Worth $10.2 Million

August 17, 2024 Gonzalo

A dormant Bitcoin wallet from 2014 has moved 174.88 BTC, worth $10.2 million today, highlighting the growing trend of old wallets waking up.

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TON Society Launches TON Nest to Support Early-Stage Developers on the Blockchain Network

August 17, 2024 Gonzalo

TON Society launches TON Nest, a new program to mentor and support early-stage developers on the TON blockchain, driving web3 ecosystem growth.

Illustration showing a solo Bitcoin miner discovering a block with mining setup and BTC reward.

Crypto Mining and Data Centers Consume 2% of Global Electricity: IMF Proposes Tax to Curb Environmental Impact

August 16, 2024 Gonzalo

Crypto mining and data centers use 2% of global electricity, with expected growth. The IMF proposes an electricity tax to curb their environmental impact.

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WazirX Undergoes 8-Hour System Outage for Balance Restoration After Hack

August 15, 2024 Gonzalo

WazirX schedules an 8-hour outage to restore balances and reverse unauthorized trades after a $234M hack, impacting one of India’s largest crypto exchanges.

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Senator Kirsten Gillibrand Praises Kamala Harris at Crypto Town Hall

August 15, 2024 Gonzalo

Senator Kirsten Gillibrand praises Kamala Harris’ potential balanced crypto regulation approach at a town hall, signaling possible future policies if elected.

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

August 14, 2024 Gonzalo

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

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

August 13, 2024 Gonzalo

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

August 12, 2024 Gonzalo

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

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

August 11, 2024 Gonzalo

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 Gonzalo

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