Former U.S. President Donald Trump’s choice for the next head of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) is facing an unclear path forward, according to a new report. While Trump has identified a preferred candidate, officials are said to be reviewing other possible names for the role, raising questions about whether his pick will ultimately...
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Bitcoin Rallies to $113.9K as Bullish Divergence Points to Trend Reversal
Bitcoin, the world’s largest cryptocurrency, has once again captured the spotlight by rallying to $113,900. After weeks of mixed signals in the market, this sudden upward movement is giving investors hope that the trend may finally be reversing in favor of the bulls. Analysts point to a “bullish divergence” as the key technical signal that...
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Bitcoin Struggles at $113,000 as Fed’s Bowman Hints at Faster Rate Cuts
Bitcoin is facing a rough patch. The price has dropped close to US$113,000, and traders are worried the slide may get deeper. The drop comes as U.S. Federal Reserve Vice-Chair Michelle Bowman signals that faster interest rate cuts may be needed due to rising risks in the labor market.Cointelegraph+1 What’s Happening with Bitcoin Bitcoin recently...
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Neal Stephenson’s Lamina1 Teams Up with Linea to Bring Decentralized Media to Ethereum
Neal Stephenson’s Lamina1 has joined forces with ConsenSys’ Linea to launch a new platform called Spaces, aiming to put power back in the hands of creators in the world of digital media. The goal is to make storytelling, art, games, and creative work more decentralized, so creators own their work and can connect directly with...
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Avalanche Defies Crypto Downturn with 10% AVAX Price Surge — Here’s Why
The cryptocurrency market has been shaky lately, with many major coins losing value. But Avalanche’s AVAX token surprised everyone today by jumping about 10%, moving above US$33 while many other coins dropped.Cointelegraph+2CryptoRank+2 Here are the simple reasons why AVAX is doing well despite tough times — what pushed its price up, and what might happen...
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Streaming the Future: Real-Time Stablecoin Payrolls Change How Workers Get Paid
A new project is transforming how wages are paid by introducing real-time stablecoin payrolls. This innovation lets workers receive pay continuously (in small increments), rather than waiting for the usual weekly, biweekly, or monthly payout. The change is made possible by combining stablecoins (digital currencies pegged to real-world currencies) with fast blockchain payment systems.Cointelegraph What...
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Kazakhstan Launches “Evo” Stablecoin with Solana and Mastercard to Boost Digital Finance
Kazakhstan has unveiled a new stablecoin called Evo (symbol: KZTE), which is pegged 1-to-1 with the country’s national currency, the tenge. This project is intended to strengthen the connection between the world of cryptocurrencies and the traditional financial system, by leveraging modern blockchain technology and global payment networks.The Crypto Basic+3Cointelegraph+3Cryptopolitan+3 What is Evo and How...
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Bitfinex-Backed Stable Integrates PayPal’s PYUSD Stablecoin
The cryptocurrency world continues to grow as traditional payment companies step further into digital finance. A recent example is the integration of PayPal’s stablecoin, PYUSD, into Stable, a payments platform backed by the exchange Bitfinex. This move highlights how partnerships between established financial players and crypto platforms are helping digital assets become part of everyday...
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BitMine Holds Over 2% of ETH Supply, Announces $365M Offering
BitMine, a major player in the cryptocurrency industry, has made headlines with two big announcements. The company revealed that it now holds more than 2% of the total supply of Ethereum (ETH), the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency. Alongside this, BitMine also announced plans for a $365 million offering aimed at expanding its operations and strengthening its...
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Democrats Signal Support for Bipartisan Solution to Market Structure Bill
In Washington, lawmakers are debating a new market structure bill that could shape how U.S. financial markets work in the future. While these debates are often divided along party lines, Democrats have recently shown signs that they are willing to work with Republicans on a bipartisan solution. This development raises hopes that the bill could...
