Rapper Drake’s X account hacked to promote meme coin
Dec 14, 2024
Jeremy Parkinson
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Key Takeaways Drake’s X account was hacked to promote a fraudulent meme coin called Anita. The compromised account claimed a partnership with the gambling platform Stake, but the claims were fake and removed. Share this article Rap star Drake’s official X account was compromised today, with the hacker using it to promote a fraudulent meme […]
Senators to vote on SEC Commissioner Crenshaw’s renomination next Wednesday after postponement
Dec 14, 2024
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Key Takeaways The Senate Banking Committee will hold a markup vote on SEC’s Crenshaw next week. Crenshaw’s opposition to the approval of spot Bitcoin ETFs serves as a clear example of her anti-crypto stance. Share this article The Senate Banking Committee’s vote on the reappointment of SEC Commissioner Caroline Crenshaw has been rescheduled for next […]
Nasdaq announces MicroStrategy’s inclusion in Nasdaq-100, what’s next?
Dec 13, 2024
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Key Takeaways MicroStrategy, Palantir Technologies, and Axon Enterprise will join the Nasdaq-100 on December 23. MicroStrategy’s inclusion is expected to attract significant buying activity from ETFs tracking the Nasdaq-100. Share this article The Nasdaq-100 Index will welcome MicroStrategy, Palantir Technologies, and Axon Enterprise as new members before market open on December 23, as announced by […]
Nasdaq expected to announce MicroStrategy’s inclusion in Nasdaq-100 today
Dec 13, 2024
Jeremy Parkinson
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Key Takeaways MicroStrategy is likely to be included in the Nasdaq-100 index, pending its classification as a technology company. ETFs tracking the Nasdaq-100 may need to buy MicroStrategy shares if included, impacting its stock trading. Share this article Nasdaq is expected to announce its annual reconstitution of the Nasdaq-100 index today, which could result in […]
BiT Global sues Coinbase over unfairly delisting wBTC while allowing PEPE, WIF to trade
Dec 13, 2024
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Key Takeaways BiT Global has sued Coinbase for unfairly delisting wBTC to promote its own cbBTC. Coinbase is accused of violating antitrust laws and misleading statements regarding wBTC standards. Share this article BiT Global has initiated a lawsuit against Coinbase, alleging the exchange unfairly delisted wrapped Bitcoin (wBTC) to promote its own competing product, Coinbase […]
VanEck sees Bitcoin at $180K with a US Bitcoin reserve in 2025
Dec 13, 2024
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Key Takeaways VanEck forecasts Bitcoin reaching $180,000 in 2025, with the US potentially adopting it as a strategic reserve. The firm highlights Ethereum, Solana, and Sui as top-performing assets, alongside growth in AI agents, tokenized securities, and stablecoins. Share this article VanEck predicts Bitcoin will soar to $180,000 in 2025, driven by a maturing market […]
Fed signals one more rate cut in December, CME tool shows 96.9% probability
Dec 13, 2024
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Key Takeaways The Federal Reserve is likely to implement a quarter-point rate cut in December with a 96.9% probability. Bitcoin has remained resilient and maintains trading levels above $100,000 amid monetary policy changes. Share this article The Federal Reserve is expected to implement a quarter-point rate cut at its upcoming December meeting, lowering the benchmark […]
Trump team weighs options to eliminate key financial oversight regulator
Dec 13, 2024
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Key Takeaways Trump’s team is considering restructuring financial regulatory bodies, potentially eliminating the FDIC. Major changes to federal bank regulators would require congressional approval, which is historically difficult to obtain. Share this article President-elect Donald Trump’s transition team is exploring a major restructuring of financial regulatory agencies, including potentially abolishing the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation […]
Sui expands its blockchain ecosystem with ESG backed RWA tokenization
Dec 13, 2024
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Key Takeaways Sui partnered with Ant Digital Technologies to tokenize ESG-backed real-world assets on its blockchain platform. Sui’s integration of real world asset tokenization is expected to expand investor access and drive platform growth. Share this article Sui formed a strategic partnership with Ant Digital Technologies to tokenize ESG-backed real-world assets on its blockchain platform, […]
Ledger faces scrutiny after user claims $2.5M in Bitcoin, NFTs stolen
Dec 13, 2024
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Key Takeaways A user reported losing $2.5 million in Bitcoin and NFTs due to a security breach on a Ledger Nano S. The incident has raised questions about Ledger’s security practices, prompting community scrutiny. Share this article Ledger’s security practices are under scrutiny after a crypto user reported losing approximately $2.5 million in digital assets […]