Layer 1
The original cryptocurrency and proof-of-work blockchain.
A peer-to-peer electronic cash system launched in 2009. Proof-of-work mining secures a UTXO ledger with a fixed 21 million coin supply; Script, SegWit and Taproot enable programmable spending conditions, and the Lightning Network adds fast off-chain payments.
BitcoinBeginnerThe Conflux Foundation has announced a significant investment of $500 million to support the growth of PayFi, a Web3 payments solution. This substantial investment will be drawn from the foundation’s ecosystem fund and will be utilized to develop PayFi into a robust blockchain-based payment…
#defi#web3
BlackRock’s iShares Ethereum Trust ETF (ETHA) witnessed a significant surge in inflows on November 8th, attracting $60.3 million. This marks the highest daily inflow for the fund in the past 94 days, according to Farside data. The influx coincides with Ether’s price hovering near the $3,000 mark,…
#blackrock#crypto#etfs
BitcoinBeginnerBlackRock, the world’s largest asset manager, has achieved a significant milestone in the cryptocurrency market. Its iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF (IBIT) currently has more net assets than the iShares Gold ETF (IAU). This is an impressive result, given that the Bitcoin ETF was only created in January…
#blackrock#crypto#donald-trump
BitcoinBeginnerArkham Intelligence, a blockchain analytics firm, has launched a new cryptocurrency derivatives exchange, aiming to attract retail traders and compete with established platforms like Binance. The Arkham Perpetuals Exchange, set to go live next week, will offer users a platform to trade spot and…
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BitcoinBeginnerVanEck, a prominent asset management firm, has recently announced the listing of its Pyth Exchange-Traded Note (ETN) in Europe. This development marks a significant step forward for investors seeking exposure to the Pyth Network, a decentralized oracle protocol that provides real-time market data…
#crypto#decentralization#defi
BitcoinBeginnerHex Trust, a leading fully-licensed digital asset custody and markets services provider, has announced its partnership with the Stacks Asia Foundation. This collaboration will see Hex Trust integrate support for the Stacks layer and all Stacks-based assets onto its custody platform. The…
#asia#crypto#decentralization
BitcoinBeginnerBolivia’s ongoing crypto momentum has received a significant boost, with Banco Bisa, a prominent financial institution, introducing a stablecoin custody service. This development empowers clients to engage in the buying, selling, and transfer of USDT, a leading stablecoin pegged to the US dollar.…
#crypto#tether
BitcoinBeginnerSouth Korea has taken a significant step in recognizing cryptocurrencies as a legitimate asset class within the legal framework. A recent court ruling has established a precedent that allows the division of cryptocurrencies in divorce settlements. The decision, which was handed down by the Seoul…
#court#crypto#south-korea
BitcoinBeginnerJapan’s Metaplanet, a company focused on developing and operating metaverse services, has recently made a significant investment in Bitcoin (BTC). The company has purchased $7 million worth of BTC, bringing its total Bitcoin holdings to approximately $40.5 million. This latest investment is a…
#crypto#japan
BitcoinBeginnerMatrixport, a prominent digital asset financial services company, has announced the acquisition of a Swiss asset manager, marking a significant step in its European expansion strategy. The acquisition, while undisclosed in terms of financial details, will bolster Matrixport’s presence in the…
#assets#crypto#european
BitcoinBeginnerIn a recent interview, CryptoQuant CEO Ki Young Ju emphasized the need for “smart regulation” within the cryptocurrency space. He argued that clear and well-defined regulations could help foster a more secure and sustainable environment for both investors and businesses. Ju expressed his belief…
#crypto#decentralization#mining
