Ellen DeGeneres Sells NFT, Talks About Dogecoin
Apr 27, 2021
Jeremy Parkinson
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Key Takeaways Ellen DeGeneres auctioned a piece of digital art, titled “Woman With a Stick Cat,” for $14,555 today. Proceeds from the auction and other related sales went to the disaster relief charity World Central Kitchen. Meanwhile, Shark Tank host Mark Cuban appeared on Ellen’s talk show to discuss cryptocurrencies, NFTs, and Dogecoin. Comedian and […]
TIME Calls Coinbase and DCG Influential Companies
Apr 27, 2021
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Key Takeaways TIME’s 100 Most Influential Companies list includes two crypto firms: Coinbase and Digital Currency Group (DCG). It chose those two companies due to the “extraordinary impact” that each has made in the business world. TIME has previously taken interest in cryptocurrencies and NFTs. TIME Magazine has listed Coinbase and Digital Currency Group (DCG) […]
European Investment Bank to Issue Digital Bonds on Ethereum: Report
Apr 27, 2021
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This news was brought to you by ANKR, our preferred DeFi Partner. Yet more signs of mainstream adoption for crypto. This time, Ethereum is reportedly taking the spotlight courtesy of the European Investment Bank. EIB Reportedly Leveraging Blockchain The European Investment Bank will use blockchain technology to issue two-year digital bonds, Bloomberg has reported. In […]
Ripple’s Defense “Legally Insufficient,” Says SEC
Apr 27, 2021
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Key Takeaways On Apr. 22, the SEC said that the court should dismiss Ripple’s fair notice defense as it is “legally insufficient.” The SEC said it was merely doing its job as conferred by the U.S. Congress, and Ripple should not impede the process. In a separate document, the SEC criticized Ripple’s attempt to stop […]
Tesla “Tests Liquidity,” Sells $272M Bitcoin
Apr 27, 2021
Jeremy Parkinson
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Key Takeaways Tesla’s sale suggests that Bitcoin can act as a liquid solution to generate income from cash reserves. Tesla’s CFO added: “Bitcoin is a good decision to store cash not used in daily operations”. Their easy exit has shown other large companies that Bitcoin can be a valid investment – even for the biggest […]
Binance to Launch NFT Marketplace this June
Apr 27, 2021
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Key Takeaways Binance is unveiling an NFT marketplace this June. The platform will host a market for premium auctions and exhibitions, and a regular day trading market. It will initially support Binance Smart Chain and Ethereum. It looks like Binance wants in on the NFT hype. Binance Eyes NFT Market Binance is about to open […]
Eminem Joins The Weeknd, Grimes, Raising $1.78M From First NFT Collection
Apr 27, 2021
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Key Takeaways Eminem released his first set of NFTs through Nifty Gateway on Sunday. The collection raised just short of $1.8 million. The collection featured digital action figures, characters from iconic Eminem videos, Mathers’ original instrumental beats, and rare physical items. The NFT space has attracted many musicians this year, but Eminem is arguably the […]
Dogecoin Dev Passes Away, Leaving Seven Year Legacy
Apr 26, 2021
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Key Takeaways One of Dogecoin’s most notable developers, Sporklin, passed away on Apr. 24 following a battle with cancer. She left the project earlier this year, both due to her health and due to disagreements on the direction of the project. Sporklin previously defended Dogecoin against those who believe the project has seen little significant […]
Whales Buy Ethereum After Other Investors Panic Sell
Apr 26, 2021
Jeremy Parkinson
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Key Takeaways Fear, uncertainty, and doubt have taken over the cryptocurrency market over the past few days. Whales seem to be taking advantage of the negative sentiment among investors to buy Ethereum at a discount. The rising buying pressure could push ETH to new all-time highs given the lack of resistance ahead. This news was […]
Bitcoin Bounces Back But Faces Stiff Resistance Ahead
Apr 26, 2021
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Key Takeaways Fear, uncertainty, and doubt dominated investors who rushed to exchanges to sell their Bitcoin. While BTC’s price dropped, Tether’s market capitalization surged, signaling that demand for cryptocurrencies continued rising. Now that the pioneer cryptocurrency has bounced off a crucial support level, it could target nearly $57,000. Bitcoin is back in the green despite […]