Javier Milei, bitcoin supporter, wins presidential election in
Argentina
Javier Milei was elected president of Argentina after Sergio
Massa admitted defeat on Sunday night, with Milei securing 56% of
the votes. Milei’s victory, known for criticizing the central bank
and supporting bitcoin, influenced the cryptocurrency market,
raising bitcoin (COIN:BTCUSD) by 2%, to $37,150. Milei advocates
for returning monetary control to the private sector, highlighting
his belief in bitcoin as an economic alternative.
Bullish acquires CoinDesk in an all-cash deal
Bullish, a cryptocurrency exchange led by former NYSE president
Tom Farley, bought CoinDesk, a major crypto-focused media outlet,
in an all-cash transaction. The financial details of the deal were
not disclosed, but CoinDesk, previously acquired for $500,000 in
2016, generated $50 million in revenue last year. Kevin Worth will
continue as CEO of CoinDesk, which will operate as a subsidiary of
Bullish. An independent editorial committee will be formed to
maintain CoinDesk’s journalistic integrity under the new
management.
Santander launches cryptocurrency services for elite clients in
Switzerland
Santander Private Banking International (NYSE:SAN) is
introducing trading and investment in cryptocurrencies for wealthy
clients in Switzerland. The service, announced by CoinDesk, will
include more digital currencies under strict evaluation. Exclusive
to requesting clients, it is secured by a regulated custody model.
This initiative by Santander, a financial giant with a long
history, deviates from conventional banking practices.
ARK Invest persists in the search for a Bitcoin ETF in the US
ARK Investment Management, led by Cathie Wood, remains
determined to launch a Bitcoin spot ETF in the United States. On
November 20, the company filed a third updated version of the
prospectus for the ARK 21Shares Bitcoin ETF, developed in
collaboration with 21Shares. If approved, the ETF will operate on
the BZX Exchange under the symbol ARKB. This move reflects ongoing
progress, despite previous delays by the SEC, with the next
decision expected on January 11, 2024. Prospectus updates,
including new risk disclosures, indicate preparation for SEC
approval.
Sustained growth in crypto funds with $176 million in inflows
Crypto asset funds from companies like CoinShares, Bitwise,
Grayscale, ProShares, and 21Shares recorded an increase of $176
million in the last week, marking the eighth consecutive week of
growth, as reported by CoinShares. This increase raised the annual
total to $1.32 billion, with Exchange Traded Product (ETP) volumes
now averaging 11% of the total cryptocurrency volume, double the
historical average. Despite this increase, current inflows are
still below the levels of 2021 and 2020. Bitcoin (COIN:BTCUSD)
leads the inflows, while Solana (COIN:SOLUSD) stands out among
altcoins.
Tether freezes $225 million worth of tokens in anti-crime action
Tether (COIN:USDTUSD), a stablecoin issuer, has frozen
approximately $225 million in USDT tokens, collaborating with a US
Department of Justice investigation into human trafficking in
Southeast Asia. The company, in partnership with the DOJ and the
OKX exchange, identified the funds in self-custody wallets. This
action was part of a months-long investigation into a romance fraud
scheme. Tether stated that it will work with US authorities to
release any legally seized wallets and reiterated its commitment to
security and transparency in the cryptocurrency sector.
Changes in OpenAI leadership influence the value of the WLD token
The native token of Worldcoin (COIN:WLDUSD), co-founded by Sam
Altman, experienced notable price fluctuations following recent
changes in OpenAI’s leadership, where Altman also played a crucial
role. The digital currency saw a 9.1% increase to $2.55 in response
to news of Altman stepping down as CEO of OpenAI and receiving a
new offer from Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT). Worldcoin, whose project is
led by Altman, has not commented on how his new position at
Microsoft might affect his involvement with Worldcoin. Despite the
volatility, analysts predict ongoing fluctuations but maintain
expectations of stable popularity for WLD among investors.
AVAX leads the surge among Layer 1 Ethereum alternatives
AVAX, the token of Avalanche (COIN:AVAXUSD), is at the forefront
of a growth wave among Layer 1 alternatives to Ethereum. Over the
past 30 days, AVAX has seen an increase of nearly 130%, while
Solana (COIN:SOLUSD) and Near (COIN:NEARUSD) have also made
significant gains. This surge reflects growing institutional
interest in efficient alternatives to Ethereum (COIN:ETHUSD), as
evidenced by Avalanche’s collaboration with major financial
institutions, including JP Morgan (NYSE:JPM). Despite this rise,
analysis indicates that AVAX may be overbought, suggesting a
potential trend reversal.
Pyth Network successfully launches the PYTH token
Pyth Network launched its PYTH token, reaching a market cap of
$468 million. Initiated with an airdrop to 90,000 wallets, PYTH
fluctuated between $0.32 and $0.51. Holders have 90 days to claim
tokens, used in governance votes. With 1.5 billion tokens in
circulation, Pyth is an emerging price oracle.
Synthetix Network sees SNX price surge with exciting news
The price of Synthetix Network’s SNX token (COIN:SNXUSD), a
prominent derivatives liquidity protocol, soared +14% after
announce the launch of Perps V3 on BASE, Coinbase’s (NASDAQ:COIN)
scaling blockchain. This advancement, combined with the partnership
with Pyth Network, promises innovations such as cross-margins and
multi-collateral trading. This increase comes after a 35-day upward
trend, overcoming resistance and reaching a peak of $3.725.
Analysis indicates strength in the Synthetix Network, but warns of
a possible pullback due to the high RSI. Market optimism suggests a
$4.20 target for SNX, while downside risk could lead to
consolidation around $2.73.
Dfinity and SingularityNET partnership to power AI on blockchain
The Dfinity Foundation and SingularityNET announced a
partnership to power decentralized AI infrastructure by integrating
the ICP blockchain into the SingularityNET marketplace. This
collaboration will allow DApps on ICP to access advanced language
models, increasing transparency and security. The project aims to
democratize AI and encourage community development in this emerging
technology.
Osaka Digital
Exchange launches digital securities trading in
Japan
The Osaka Digital Exchange (ODX) announces the start of digital
securities trading in Japan from December 25, with security tokens
issued by Ichigo and Kenedix, two real estate firms. These tokens
represent a new form of digital asset, linked to real and regulated
assets. The move, which includes Ichigo’s sale of more than $20
million in securities, reflects Japan’s growing interest in digital
assets. This move coincides with other developments in the country,
such as allowing startups to raise capital through cryptocurrencies
and the launch of a yen-backed stablecoin in 2024.
Strategic partnership to advance Web 3.0 in asset management in
Hong Kong
China Asset Management (HK) has entered into an agreement with
Hashkey Exchange and HamsaTech to drive Web 3.0 initiatives in
asset management in Hong Kong, aligning with government policies on
innovation in fintech and digital assets. The partnership aims to
integrate traditional and virtual finance, promoting a safe and
innovative market.
Luxor Technologies launches logistics division for Bitcoin mining
Luxor Technologies, known for its Bitcoin mining services, is
expanding its operations with the launch of Luxor Logistics. This
new arm of the company will be dedicated to improving the logistics
of shipping mining equipment, simplifying customs processes and
offering personalized transport and delivery solutions. According
to Lauren Lin, Director of Business Development at Luxor, the
initiative aims to help miners navigate the complexities of
import/export and documentation in various regions. Luxor Logistics
appears at a crucial time for the sector, aiming to increase the
efficiency and competitiveness of miners before the next Bitcoin
(COIN:BTCUSD) halving event.
Mastercard and Feedzai join forces against cryptocurrency fraud
Mastercard (NYSE:MA) has entered into a new partnership with
Feedzai, an artificial intelligence company, as reported by CNBC in
20 from November. The objective is to strengthen the detection and
prevention of fraud in cryptocurrency transactions. Feedzai will be
integrated with Mastercard’s CipherTrace Armada tool, aimed at
monitoring suspicious activity across thousands of cryptocurrency
exchanges. Feedzai’s technology uses AI to quickly identify and
block fraudulent transactions, also addressing money
laundering and fake accounts. This partnership aims to improve
security in crypto transactions, following Mastercard’s recent
efforts in the Web3 and cryptocurrency space.
WOO X resumes operations after temporary suspension due to security
breach
Following a security breach that affected Kronos Research, one
of its market makers, crypto platform WOO X has resumed operations,
ensuring the security of customers’ assets. Kronos, based in
Taipei, suffered an attack that resulted in the unauthorized
transfer of approximately US$25 million in crypto assets to six
different addresses. WOO X had temporarily paused trading as a
precautionary measure, but has now resumed its activities. In
addition, WOO X plans to repurchase and burn 20 million tokens
after recovering shares from the failed hedge fund Three Arrows
Capital (3AC), increasing the ownership of other shareholders.
Deadline extension granted in Sam Bankman-Fried legal case
Judge Lewis A. Kaplan of the U.S. District Court in New York
approved the extension of the deadline for post-trial motions in
the Sam Bankman-Fried case. The defense, represented by Cohen &
Gresser LLP, now has until December 1 to file these motions, with
the government responding by December 22 and the defense again by
January 8, 2024. This change provides additional time for
preparation, given the complexity of the case, where Bankman- Fried
faces serious charges including fraud and money laundering.
Panoptic raises $7 million to develop DeFi platform
Panoptic, a DeFi platform linked to Uniswap (COIN:UNIUSD),
raised $7 million in funding, led by Greenfield Capital. With
participation from HashKey and gumi Cryptos Capital, this
investment, part of the total US$11.5 million already raised, will
focus on improving Panoptic. The platform, known for offering
perpetual options in the DeFi market, is preparing to launch on the
Ethereum network and introduce its V2 product.
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