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Rise’n’CryptoBitcoin hits new all-time high before crashing 14%, and 3 reasons ETH could hit $4K soonBitcoin hit a new all-time high on March 5, breaching $69,000 for the first time since November 2021, before crashing 14% in the hours that followed. Today, Bitcoin is climbing back up, and we’re left wondering what’s next for the cryptocurrency market. In today’s episode, we’ll go through yesterday’s events, predictions for the near future and how whales have such an impact. And we’ve got three reasons why Ether could hit $4,000 in the near future.Further reading:Bitcoin price hits a new all-time high — Zoltan VardaiBitcoin price briefly hits new all-time high with support f...2024-03-0611 minRise’n’CryptoBitcoin ATH near miss, MicroStrategy surges, Solana to flip Ethereum this cycle?Bitcoin brushed off its all-time high of $69,000 on Monday, March 4, coming within just $150 of it before a reversal and flash volatility started. A lot happened behind the scenes, from the psychological reasons to another Coinbase outage. So, let’s start with breaking down what happened, what the indicators show for the near future, and why MicroStrategy stock spiked over 20% before looking at Solana’s chances of flipping Ethereum in this cycle.Further reading:Bitcoin traders dismiss ‘triple top’ as BTC price stops $150 from $69K — William SubergBitcoin just hit a record in open interest — Lucas KielySolana...2024-03-0510 minRise’n’CryptoUp or down? Bitcoin analysts divided, Dogecoin surges, Tether hits $100B market capThe weekend seemed quiet on the face of things as Bitcoin continued to play within the price range that emerged at the tail end of last week. However, lots was happening under the hood, and the engine fired up as we ticked over to Monday. Today’s episode will give you a comprehensive rundown of what’s happening in Bitcoin, the predictions for this coming week, the return of the VCs to crypto, Dogecoin’s bull run and Tether’s USDT stablecoin hitting a $100 billion market cap.Further reading:Why are BTC traders bearish above $6...2024-03-0410 minRise’n’CryptoThe Bitcoin special: A record month for BTC, US gov’t sells $922M of Bitcoin, ETFs stacking satsIt’s Friday, and a hectic week is drawing to a close. So much has happened with good ol’ Bitcoin this week that it’s time for a dedicated Bitcoin special episode. We cover Bitcoin’s record-breaking month of February, yesterday’s 3% price correction, how the spot Bitcoin ETFs are performing and bullish future predictions, why miners aren’t overselling, and why the U.S. government sold off nearly $1 billion of its BTC holdings. This is not an episode to be missed!Further reading:Bitcoin just printed a $20K monthly candle — William SubergBitcoin sees 3% correc...2024-03-0110 minRise’n’CryptoBitcoin eyes all-time high, analysts predict what’s next, Solana on its own bull runCrypto is absolutely buzzing with anticipation as Bitcoin continues to soar and now finds itself within a stone’s throw of all-time highs. In today’s episode, we look at different analysts’ research on where the market will go next, what’s going on with the spot Bitcoin ETFs, and while everyone is distracted by Bitcoin, Solana has been surging in a bull run of its own. Carve out 10 minutes to listen and get up-to-date on all the latest news in crypto.Further reading:Bitcoin price hits $64K as traders anticipate new all-time high before h...2024-02-2911 minRise’n’CryptoBitcoin surges toward $60K, crypto hits $2T valuation, Ripple wants to dominate RWAMore has happened this week in Bitcoin than some industries have seen in years! The bull market looks like it has arrived as Bitcoin flirts with a $60,000 price tag, crypto soars north of a $2 trillion market cap again, and spot Bitcoin ETFs are scooping up BTC left and right — and that’s just Bitcoin news. There’s much more to discuss!Further reading:Bitcoin approaches $60,000 after 3.7% daily gain — Zoltan VardaiCrypto recaptures $2T market cap as Bitcoin climbs above $57,000 — Nancy LubaleSpot Bitcoin ETFs accumulate 300K BTC as net inflow rises to $6B — Prashant JhaCoinbase expands asset recove...2024-02-2811 minRise’n’Crypto‘Welcome to the beginning of the Bitcoin bull run,’ BRC-20 pump, BitForex halts withdrawalsWhat a 24 hours it’s been! From seemingly nowhere, everything has gone parabolic; Bitcoin rallied 11%, BRC-20 tokens and layer-2s are pumping, and spot Bitcoin ETFs notched an all-time high in volume for a single day. As always, many are saying the bull run has started, and forever the skeptic, I resist the claims, but I’m running out of objections. Is it finally here?Further reading:Bitcoin short sellers are out $161M as Bitcoin surprises with 11% rally — Tom MitchelhillBitcoin L2 tokens surge double digits as BTC notches 25-month high — Martin YoungCrypto exchange BitForex...2024-02-2711 minRise’n’CryptoNew Satoshi emails, Aleo KYC leak, US energy officials lose crypto mining caseIf you are interested in Bitcoin, the biggest revelation of its early history for several years was just published courtesy of Martti Malmi, the earliest collaborator on the project with Satoshi Nakamoto. The emails are a veritable feast of lore, insight and predictions from Bitcoin’s creator, and we’ve got the most important takeaways for you, along with other news from the weekend.Further reading:Newly released Satoshi emails reveal a treasure trove of early Bitcoin lore — Tristan GreeneZachXBT recovers majority of $177K stolen NFT proceeds after 9-month probe — Ciaran LyonsPrivacy-focused Aleo users concerne...2024-02-2611 minRise’n’CryptoPSG’s Web3 play, ECB anti-Bitcoin blog slammed, a16z invest $100M in EigenLayerToday’s episode is a mixed bag. French football club Paris Saint Germain is making a big play in the world of Web3 by operating a validator node for the Chiliz fan token blockchain. Meanwhile, the European Central Bank has published an article reiterating its hostile stance toward Bitcoin in the wake of positive sentiment driven by the success of spot Bitcoin ETFs in the United States. And, are artificial intelligence tools going “woke?” Google has apologized after its Gemini AI image generator produced inaccurate historical imagery.Further reading:Paris Saint-Germain begins Web3 drive as a n...2024-02-2308 minRise’n’CryptoSaylor will keep buying Bitcoin, Do Kwon’s extradition, Tether’s Tron concernsAnother day, another episode full of the big stories from the past 24 hours in the wild world of crypto. We’ll start with two reasons to feel bullish about Bitcoin and end with Tether refusing to confirm or deny if it’s dropping support for its USDT stablecoin on Tron. Inside that story sandwich, we look at potential XRP ETFs and Do Kwon’s extradition.Further reading:Michael Saylor to forever buy Bitcoin — ‘No reason to sell the winner’ — Jesse CoghlanBitcoin pre-halving ‘pullback’ calls for $45K BTC price support retest — William SubergRipple ‘would certainly welcome’ an...2024-02-2210 minRise’n’CryptoMysterious spot Bitcoin ETF volume spike, Ethereum hits 22-month highs, Circle leaves TronToday’s episode kicks off with yet another mystery, as several of the smaller spot Bitcoin ETFs saw their trading volume spike by over 1,000% yesterday. The sudden spike was not a whale or two throwing their weight around but tens of thousands of trades. We also follow up on yesterday’s story about U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren’s crypto enthusiast challenger, Ethereum hitting 22-month highs and Circle abandoning Tron.Further reading:VanEck’s Bitcoin ETF notches 1,400% daily trading volume increase — Tom MitchelhillLawyer running to unseat Elizabeth Warren doesn’t mention crypto in campaign launch — Tur...2024-02-2111 minRise’n’Crypto$1B of Bitcoin leaves Coinbase, Ethereum on the rise, and Sen. Elizabeth Warren’s election worriesToday’s episode asks several important questions: Why is so much Bitcoin suddenly leaving Coinbase? Who are these whales? Who is the “Republican crypto enthusiast” that has U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren worried? Is morality subjective? Ok, scratch that last one, but we’ll answer the rest in this episode. Plus, BlackRock’s new ad calls Bitcoin “progress,” and Ethereum may be in for the biggest year in the network’s history.Further reading:Bitcoin holdings on Coinbase reach lowest level since 2015 as whales withdraw $1B BTC — Prashant JhaBlackRock labels BTC as ‘progress’ in latest spot Bitcoin ET...2024-02-2010 minRise’n’CryptoBitcoin ATH pre-halving ‘unlikely,’ creditors sue FTX’s law firm, Worldcoin token spikeSolely focusing on Bitcoin’s price swings to determine what’s happening will not give you the full picture. Bitcoin was relatively stable this weekend, but several stories emerged, and this daily debrief is non-negotiable! From Bitcoin price analysis to Coinbase dropping BTC payments and FTX creditors suing the former exchange’s law firm, there’s a lot of ground to cover today!Further reading:Bitcoin price unlikely to hit all-time high before the halving — Marcel PechmanBitcoin mining difficulty surpasses 80 trillion ahead of halving — Amaka NwaokochaCoinbase drops native Bitcoin payments from merchants’ platform — Ana Paula PereiraWor...2024-02-1913 minRise’n’CryptoBTC ETFs see massive inflows, and how will the Bitcoin halving affect hash rate?Today’s episode travels to all corners of the industry but starts with another important update on Bitcoin. As the halving event approaches, Galaxy Digital published research suggesting up to 20% of the Bitcoin hash rate could go offline after the halving due to unprofitable mining rigs. Meanwhile, inflows to spot Bitcoin ETFs are ramping up, Coinbase shares have surged, and why is 25% of Ether locked up?Further reading:20% of Bitcoin hash rate could go offline after halving — Jesse CoghlanEther staking deposits touch $85B, 25% of circulating supply now locked up — Prashant JhaBitcoin ETFs inflows snowba...2024-02-1611 minRise’n’CryptoBitcoin rises, but some traders warn of a bearish turn, gold ETFs bleed $2.4B in 2024It’s been another strong 24 hours for Bitcoin, and we’ve got the latest analysis for you, including why some traders are cautioning about the Bitcoin “euphoria.” Elsewhere, ERC-404 has a new rival (of sorts), and gold ETFs are hemorrhaging assets under management in 2024, but is it going into spot Bitcoin ETFs instead?Further reading:BTC price due $55.4K next amid warnings over end of Bitcoin ‘euphoria’ — William SubergBitcoin bulls flirt with $69K BTC price target as crypto market nears $2T — William SubergWatch out ERC-404, there’s another hybrid NFT standard in town — Jesse CoghlanFake Curve Fi...2024-02-1510 minRise’n’CryptoBitcoin faces ‘brick wall,’ Ledger teams up with Coinbase, Chainlink price and users surgeYou wouldn’t think there would be that much price action in 24 hours, but since yesterday’s episode, Bitcoin continued to climb, took a 4% haircut, surged past its recent price high, and is now banging its head on what an analyst is calling a “brick wall.” And that’s just Bitcoin. We’ll also catch you up on Ledger’s partnership with Coinbase, Chainlink’s surge and more!Further reading:Bitcoin price drops $1.6K on hot CPI as markets price out Fed rate cut — William SubergBitcoin faces $52K ‘brick wall’ at Bitfinex as BTC price erases 4% dip —...2024-02-1410 minRise’n’CryptoBullish on Bitcoin, ETFs buy 10X more BTC than is mined, CZ sentencing postponedAs Bitcoin pumps, there are reasons to be cautious, but there also are plenty of reasons to feel bullish. Today’s episode looks at Bitcoin breaching $50,000 and why it’s different from the last time BTC hit this price level. Spot Bitcoin ETFs are scooping up 10 times the amount of Bitcoin being mined daily, and Argentines are using “crypto caves” to protect themselves from rampant inflation, but what are they? This is not an episode to be missed!Further reading:Bitcoin trades above $50K again — Tom MitchelhillBitcoin ETFs are sucking up 10X more BTC than m...2024-02-1311 minRise’n’CryptoBitcoin best weekly close since 2021, Solana drainers flipping transactionsIt was a good weekend for Bitcoin as the price added to weekly gains, closing out the week up over 13%. However, traders are now focused on the $50,000 milestone and the potential resistance on the way. Elsewhere, two new Solana drainers are changing transactions after being signed, and Joe Biden accidentally sets the crypto community alight with laser eyes on X.Further reading:Best weekly close since 2021 — 5 things to know in Bitcoin this week — William SubergScam-as-a-service: New Solana drainers identified — Ana Paula PereiraBitcoin ETFs hit $10B milestone just one month after approval — Ana Paula PereiraJ...2024-02-1210 minRise’n’CryptoBitcoin ETFs ‘superior’ to gold ETFs, cash is king in money laundering, ERC-404 explainedThere are some big-picture stories to catch you up on today, starting with a U.S. Treasury report that put crypto “far below” cash usage in money laundering, despite what some senators would have you believe. As spot Bitcoin ETFs continue to haul in “big volume,” one expert believes they are far superior to gold ETFs. And what are ERC-404 tokens?Further reading:Crypto use in money laundering ‘far below’ cash — US Treasury — Gareth JenkinsonERC-404 hybrid NFT tokens in ‘good spot’ for EIP push, says dev — Jesse Coghlan‘Big volume day’ for BlackRock as Bitcoin ETFs notch $1B...2024-02-0910 minRise’n’CryptoImminent Bitcoin price move signal, ransomware resurgence, and Tron’s growthBitcoin has been sitting pretty for some time, and while some of us are enjoying the volatility-free pause, it is part of a rare signal that a massive price move is imminent in the next 10 days, according to one trader. Elsewhere, ransomware attacks skyrocketed in 2023, Tron is set to dominate stablecoin payments, and U.S. crypto miners question whether the EIA’s survey is politically motivated.Further reading:Bitcoin has ‘10 days max’ until BTC price metric hits squeeze zone — William SubergRansomware returns: Chainalysis flags record $1B payments in 2023 — Gareth JenkinsonTRON poised to lead stablecoin...2024-02-0811 minRise’n’CryptoMicroStrategy buys $37M of Bitcoin, Solana goes down, Binance targets snitchesYesterday, in crypto, stories broke from every corner of the industry. MicroStrategy is stacking more sats and now holds over $8 billion in Bitcoin. The market has seen six-year highs of outflows from miners’ wallets to exchanges, and Solana goes down — again! Monero gets the boot from Binance and dips in price, and Ronin’s price drop after its listing has raised eyebrows about corruption by Binance employees.Further reading:MicroStrategy buys $37M in Bitcoin, bringing holdings to 190,000 BTC — Tom MitchelhillBitcoin ETFs lead to record miner reserve BTC outflows — Gareth JenkinsonSolana network down: Validators act to res...2024-02-0712 minRise’n’CryptoAI fake IDs pass KYC, XRPL’s controversial ‘clawback’ feature, Vast Bank exits cryptoNo two days in crypto are the same, and today is no different as a wave of artificial intelligence-generated fake IDs are reportedly passing crypto exchange KYC checks. Meanwhile, Ripple’s controversial feature to allow reversible transactions under certain circumstances on the XRP Ledger has received near-unanimous approval among validators.Further reading:AI-generated fake IDs claimed to pass crypto exchange KYC are selling for $15 — Jesse CoghlanSpanish Treasury to seize crypto to pay tax debts — Geraint PriceFirst US bank to let customers keep cryptocurrency in checking account exits crypto — Tristan GreeneXRP clawback nears 100% consensus — Will ‘reve...2024-02-0610 minRise’n’CryptoFTX legal team profits, Bitcoin ETF hype stalls, but massive potential inflows to comeDon’t be fooled into thinking this was a quiet weekend; as always, crypto never sleeps! Stories from the weekend include a Bloomberg report suggesting far more potential inflows into spot Bitcoin ETFs once investment firms have completed due diligence, a crypto teacher loses $1.2 million of his student’s money, and a Web3 social media app has seen an enormous spike in users.Further reading:Bitcoin ETFs hype stalled by due diligence — Ana Paula PereiraCrypto teacher loses student’s $1.2M investment in fake hedge fund — Ciaran LyonsFarcaster sees 400% increase in daily active users amid ‘frames’ fren...2024-02-0510 minRise’n’CryptoJupiter airdrops a fortune to users, Polygon staff cuts, Larry David’s regret over FTXSolana-based decentralized exchange Jupiter has attracted enormous buzz, and its airdrop saw some users receive as much as $1.2 million in JUP tokens this week. However, during the frenzy, traders accidentally pumped the wrong JUP token of a defunct Ethereum-based protocol. Whoops!Further reading:Traders pumped and dumped another ‘JUP’ during $700M Jupiter airdrop — Tom MitchelhillPolygon Labs cuts 19% of staff in effort toward ‘enhanced performance’ — Turner WrightBinance froze $4.2M of XRP from hack on Ripple co-founder’s wallet — Prashant JhaComedian Larry David said he was ‘an idiot’ to do FTX Super Bowl ad — Turner WrightReferences:2024-02-0210 minRise’n’CryptoCrypto madness: $112.5M Ripple hack, $1.7B Bitcoin seizure, Binance sued againCrypto has very few quiet days, and with jam-packed events and stories, yesterday certainly wasn’t one of them. From a sleuth uncovering a $112.5 million Ripple hack to Binance facing another lawsuit to Tether posting how much it crushed it in 2023 and the most bizarre of court cases in the U.K. involving a $1.7B Bitcoin seizure, there’s a lot to cover!Further reading:Ripple chairman Chris Larsen hacked for reported 213M XRP worth approximately $112.5M — Tristan GreeneHamas victims sue Binance over alleged ‘assistance’ to terrorists — Derek AndersenTether posted record $2.85B profit in Q4, drive...2024-02-0111 minRise’n’CryptoVisa enables crypto withdrawals to debit cards, Binance market share reboundsCrypto on and off-ramps are an age-old discussion, but Visa may have just enabled one of the quickest and cleanest ways yet to convert crypto to fiat without using a centralized exchange. Sticking with centralized exchanges, Binance is clawing back its market share following its $4.3 billion settlement with U.S. authorities and the departure of Chanpeng Zhao as CEO. And “Crypto Mom” Hester Peirce continues her battle to improve the U.S. SEC.Further reading:Visa enables crypto withdrawals on debit cards in 145 countries — Helen PartzBinance’s market share rebounds post-$4.3B US settleme...2024-01-3110 minRise’n’CryptoFrenzy on Solana-based DEX, Grayscale outflows falling, Bitcoin halving price predictionsToday, we are all over the map to get you caught up on all things crypto, from highly encouraging data about stolen crypto recovered in 2023 to Grayscale spot Bitcoin ETF outflows falling fast to BTC price predictions after the halving. And what’s with the frenzy around the Solana-based Jupiter decentralized exchange? It’s time for your debrief, so get those headphones on!Further reading:Stolen crypto worth $674M successfully recovered in 2023 — Ezra ReguerraBlackRock Bitcoin ETF passes $2B holdings as GBTC outflows dip 50% — William SubergFidelity Bitcoin ETF rakes in reported $208M, offsetting Grayscale outflows alone —...2024-01-3010 minRise’n’CryptoBitcoin miners’ profit squeeze, Tesla’s paper hands, and ‘traced’ Monero transactions?Some weekends see a lot of crypto movement, but some see interesting stories unfold, and this weekend was the latter. As the dust settles from the spot Bitcoin ETF approvals, the cryptosphere turns its gaze to the upcoming halving, with some potentially worrying data emerging suggesting 11 of the biggest Bitcoin miners won’t be profitable after the block subsidy is sliced in half. Meanwhile, prosecutors in a legal case in Finland appear to have traced Monero transactions. And watch out for spot Bitcoin ETF adverts on Google, which may debut today!Further reading:11 Bi...2024-01-2911 minRise’n’CryptoUS gov’t to sell Bitcoin worth $118M, OneCoin lawyer sentenced to 10 years, Bitwise transparencyYesterday saw some rather incredible headlines as the U.S. government announced it would sell $118 million of Bitcoin, and OneCoin’s lawyer was sentenced to 10 years in prison. But as is always the case in crypto, there is so much beneath each headline to unpack, often revealing that things are not always as they seem. So, today, we look at why the U.S. government’s BTC sale isn’t a big deal and why Bitwise’s complete wallet transparency is worrying!Further reading:OneCoin lawyer sentenced to 10 years in prison — Turner WrightBitwise Bitcoin ETF wallet...2024-01-2610 minRise’n’CryptoBTC ETFs buy 100k BTC in 7 days, SEC delay spot Ether ETF, Introducing 'Crypto Mom'As most of the eyes nervously watch Grayscale dumping Bitcoin worth the GDP of a small nation every single day, you can be forgiven for missing the black hole for Bitcoin: the other 9 ETFs. In just 7 days of trading, the 'Newborn Nine' have squirreled 100,000 Bitcoin and they're nowhere near done. Meanwhile, the SEC has delayed the spot Ether ETF decision, so let's break down why that is and what it means, featuring our new 'Crypto Mom', SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce.Further reading:9 spot Bitcoin ETFs buy 100K BTC in 7 days after launch - Helen...2024-01-2511 minRise’n’CryptoJPMorgan downgrades Coinbase stock amid BTC price dip, and wen Ethereum ETFs?These are tumultuous times, with many narratives playing out. Knowing what is behind every price dip and spike can keep you well-equipped going forward, which is the objective of today’s episode. We’ll look at what JPMorgan analysts had to say about Coinbase stock and the initial spot Bitcoin ETF reaction, why Ethereum ETFs are apparently closer than we expected, and what exactly is causing Bitcoin’s volatility.Further reading:JPMorgan downgrades Coinbase stock to ‘underweight’ following spot Bitcoin ETF approvals — Turner WrightAn Ethereum ETF is coming sooner than you expect — Lucas KielyBitcoin p...2024-01-2410 minRise’n’CryptoGrayscale sells $600M BTC, Bitcoin falls below $40K, 3 lesser-known bull market narrativesIt was a rough day in crypto yesterday as Grayscale sold off another $600 million of Bitcoin, but now we know why. Armed with that information, there are far more positives than people might realize. Speaking of positives, Mt. Gox creditors may finally see some repayments, and we have three bull market narratives for 2024 you may not have heard of!Further reading:Bitcoin price falls to 6-week low under $40K — Nancy LubaleBTC price analysis sees $38K next if Bitcoin fails to rally bulls — William SubergMt. Gox confirms creditors’ Bitcoin addresses for repayment: Report — Helen PartzUS lawmaker...2024-01-2310 minRise’n’CryptoWill Coinbase defeat the SEC? And speculation surrounds crypto payments on XOver the weekend, the cryptosphere was dominated by speculation around X (formerly Twitter) as a newly created Payments account appeared on the platform. Although it has been a long time coming, with Elon Musk regularly mentioning it, the rumor mill went nuclear off the back of speculation that crypto — particularly Dogecoin — could feature as a payment option on X. Meanwhile, a legal analyst gives Coinbase a 70% chance of defeating the U.S. SEC’s case against it, Trezor has a security breach, and options trading for spot Bitcoin ETFs may be on the horizon!Further reading:...2024-01-2210 minRise’n’CryptoMassive $5B sell-off from a Bitcoin whale as BTC ETFs scoop up satsWe have a fascinating episode to cap your week off. One Bitcoin whale, who bought $5 billion worth of BTC in the last bull cycle, dumped the lot when Bitcoin hit $49,000 after the U.S. SEC approved spot Bitcoin ETFs. Did this spark a nosedive in BTC’s price that many attributed to “selling the news?” Meanwhile, spot Bitcoin ETFs are stacking sats, with over 10,000 Bitcoin purchased on day five of trading. And one trader sniped and bribed their way to $7 million of profit in under 3 hours!Further reading:Did a $5B Bitcoi...2024-01-1911 minRise’n’CryptoCoinbase vs. SEC, Trump slams CBDCs, and the memecoin millionaireYesterday was an important day for crypto as Coinbase went head-to-head with the U.S. SEC in a New York courtroom. The case could prove seminal for crypto in the U.S., and Cointelegraph has you covered with all the latest developments. Meanwhile, Donald Trump slammed CBDCs, and a lucky memecoin trader became a millionaire!Further reading:Coinbase argues stocks, Terraform Labs and Howey in 5-hour SEC face-off — Ana Paula PereiraDonald Trump vows to ‘never allow’ creation of a CBDC in the United States — Martin YoungBTC price slips to $42.4K as JPMorgan CEO says Bitcoin...2024-01-1811 minRise’n’CryptoIRS rolls back crypto tax change, Socket hacked for $3.3M, spot Bitcoin ETF statsIt has been a whole week since the U.S. SEC approved spot Bitcoin ETF applications, and we have seen some staggering movement in all directions. Today’s episode covers the important stories around the ETFs, the Socket protocol exploit, the IRS rolling back its new crypto tax rule, and why one hedge fund co-founder believes a spot Ether ETF is unlikely “anytime soon.”Further reading:Estimated $1.1B flees GBTC in 3 days as ARK begins buying own Bitcoin ETF — Brayden LindreaGrayscale Bitcoin Trust ETF transfers another $376M in BTC as price stabilizes — Tom BlackstoneSocket protocol l...2024-01-1710 minRise’n’CryptoAvalanche inscriptions hype, Tether responds to UN report, TUSD depegsIn 2023, Bitcoin Ordinals drew the masses somewhat controversially, and now Avalanche has its own ASC-20 token standard in the early stages of virality. Meanwhile, a report from the United Nations put crypto on the firing line for crime in Southeast Asia and singled out Tether, which sparked an irritated response from the stablecoin issuer. Speaking of stablecoins, TrueUSD has depegged as users flock to alternatives.Further reading:Avalanche inscriptions draw record user interest amid BRC-20 hype — Zhiyuan SunUN implicates crypto in booming illicit economies of Southeast Asia — Derek AndersenTether responds to UN report abou...2024-01-1611 minRise’n’CryptoMichael Saylor deep fakes, a failed $15B XRP hack, and where to next for Bitcoin?Bitcoin’s price has been moving in the wrong direction since a brief spike after last week’s spot ETF approvals, so we look at what experts have to say about it and their forecasts for the near future. Meanwhile, a hacker tried to exploit $15 billion from XRP, and Michael Saylor is in a perpetual war with AI versions of himself.Further reading:Will Bitcoin keep dropping as a result of the ETFs? The experts weigh inBitcoin and gold had strong 2023s with an unexpected correlationHacker tries to transfer $15B XRP and failsMichael Saylor is r...2024-01-1510 minRise’n’CryptoBitcoin ETFs see $4.5B in volume on day 1, and Gensler had the swing voteGary Gensler’s post-approval announcement on the U.S. SEC’s website made it clear that neither he nor the SEC endorse crypto and associate it with criminality. So, when he had the chance to stop the spot Bitcoin ETF, why did he vote to approve? For that story and the latest on how the BTC ETF performed on its first day of trading, carve 10 minutes out of your day and tune in!Further reading:Gary Gensler had the chance to stop the spot Bitcoin ETF but didn’t. Why?The SEC wants court...2024-01-1210 min
Decentralize with CointelegraphThe spot Bitcoin ETF is here: What does it mean for crypto?In a watershed moment in the history of crypto, the U.S. SEC has finally approved the long-awaited spot Bitcoin ETF. Cointelegraph’s in-house experts come together to celebrate this historic day and evaluate its significance for the crypto industry.Hosts' Twitter: @rkbaggs, @PigniGiovanni, @HorusHughes, @forgeforth_Cointelegraph’s Twitter: @CointelegraphCointelegraph’s website: cointelegraph.comThe views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants’ alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not...2024-01-1250 minRise’n’CryptoSEC approves all 11 spot Bitcoin ETFs in a seminal moment for cryptoYesterday marked a milestone on Bitcoin’s timeline with the U.S. SEC approving all 11 spot Bitcoin ETF applications from 14 asset managers. Trading is set to begin as early as today, so let’s walk you through what happened yesterday, why this decision is of monumental importance to Bitcoin, and what those opposing the applications had to say.Further reading:The SEC approves the spot Bitcoin ETF applications (for real this time) — Why this is a monumental moment for crypto.SEC did not ‘approve or endorse Bitcoin’ with spot BTC ETF nod — Gary GenslerFrom...2024-01-1110 minRise’n’CryptoSEC to investigate itself after false Bitcoin ETF approval post on XYesterday was looking like a quiet day ahead of the U.S. SEC’s anticipated Jan. 10 decision deadline for approving the first spot Bitcoin ETFs in the United States. That was until the SEC’s X account posted an official-looking announcement that the ETFs had been approved. A few minutes later, SEC Chair Gary Gensler posted from his X account, saying the SEC’s X account had been compromised and the announcement was fake. For a full low-down on this debacle, we’ve dedicated an entire episode to yesterday’s SEC whoopsie!Further reading:Gary Gen...2024-01-1010 minRise’n’CryptoCore Scientific back from the dead, Bitcoin ETF fees war begins, and where’s Hashdex?All but one of the hopeful spot Bitcoin ETF applicants have filed their final amendments via SEC Form S-1s, revealing their fees. But where’s Hashdex? Tune in to find out why Hashdex didn’t submit an S-1 like other applicants. In other news, Core Scientific emerges from bankruptcy!Further reading:Spot Bitcoin ETF issuers submit their final S-1s, revealing feesOne spot Bitcoin ETF issuer doesn’t submit: What that might meanSEC Chair Gary Gensler fires off a thread on X about cryptoBitcoin mining firm Core Scientific returns to solvencyRefe...2024-01-0910 minRise’n’CryptoTwo unsolved Bitcoin mysteries, Better Markets calls for BTC ETF rejectionYou might think that because we’re on the cusp of a decision on spot Bitcoin ETF applications by the U.S. SEC, there’s nothing else to talk about. But there is much more to discuss! This weekend also saw two fascinating Bitcoin mysteries emerge that await someone to solve them.Further reading:Better Markets pens open letter to SEC to reject the spot Bitcoin ETF applicationsThe SEC republishes its “NO GO to FOMO” campaign with curious timingExperts weigh in on whether funds could buy all BTC in circulationMysterious Bitcoiner spends $64K to inscribe...2024-01-0811 minDecentralize with CointelegraphLegendary cryptographer David Chaum on revolutionizing money to combat global inequalityPrivacy pioneer and computer scientist David Chaum articulates his vision for the future of money in a discussion with Cointelegraph’s Kristina Lucrezia Cornèr. Chaum highlights the shortcomings of traditional currency, which exacerbates global inequality, and proposes his own solution: “Better Than Money.”Kristina Lucrezia Cornèr's Twitter: @KristinaLCornerCointelegraph’s Twitter: @CointelegraphCointelegraph’s website: cointelegraph.comThe views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants’ alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment...2024-01-0841 minRise’n’CryptoSEC backed into a corner on Bitcoin ETF, and is a BTC price correction coming?As we anxiously await the U.S. SEC’s ruling on spot Bitcoin ETF applications, Bloomberg’s James Seyffart wonders if the regulatory agency has been “backed into a corner.” However, only 39% of financial advisers surveyed expect a positive outcome this month. A surge in calls to “buy the dip” may have helped Bitcoin rebound from its flash crash this week, but Arthur Hayes warns a far bigger correction could be coming down the pipeline!Further reading:SEC has been ‘backed into a corner’ on BTC ETF approval — Bloomberg analystOnly 39% of financial advisers believe a Bitcoin ETF will...2024-01-0510 minRise’n’CryptoBitcoin price plummets $4K, report claims SEC to reject BTC ETF — The chaos explainedEven by crypto standards, yesterday was a chaotic day! Bitcoin crashed by nearly $4,000 in just two hours, and reports claimed the U.S. SEC might reject all spot Bitcoin ETF applications at the eleventh hour. If you tried to find out what was happening, you were met with conflicting information from multiple sources. So, we’ve worked through everything to give you a concise rundown of all the day’s events!Further reading:Bitcoin plunges $3K in just 2 hours on 15th anniversary of genesis dayBitcoin ETF denial report did not cause 8% BTC price cras...2024-01-0410 minRise’n’CryptoAI predicts crypto in 2024, Saylor sells stock to buy BTC, Bitcoin ETF warningsThe SEC’s spot Bitcoin ETF decision is looming, and the reactions are already happening left and right. Michael Saylor and MicroStrategy are vacuuming up every satoshi they can get their hands on, but Bloomberg’s ETF analyst warns there is still a chance, however unlikely, that the applications won’t be accepted.Further reading:Grayscale’s latest spot Bitcoin ETF amendment omits the names of ‘authorized participants’We let AI predict crypto in 2024Disney’s copyright on Mickey Mouse precursor expires and becomes hit NFT collectionMichael Saylor sells $216M of MicroStrategy stock to buy personal B...2024-01-0311 minRise’n’CryptoExperts predict Bitcoin’s 2024, JPMorgan’s crypto hypocrisy, SBF trial outcryHappy New Year, folks! 2024 is poised to be one of the biggest years for Bitcoin and crypto at large, and today on the Rise ‘n’ Crypto podcast, we’re starting the year off with a bang — from suggestions of hypocrisy from the DOJ and JPMorgan to expert predictions of things to come in 2024 for crypto.Further reading:Vitalik Buterin lays out Ethereum roadmap for 2024 and beyondAnalyst points at options data to suggest ETF approval will not cause market rallySBF not receiving a second trial called a “miscarriage of justice”Bitcoin mining experts share their predictions...2024-01-0211 minRise’n’CryptoCointelegraph’s top 10 stories of 2023In the final episode of Rise’n’Crypto for 2023, we look at this year’s top stories on Cointelegraph. If you want the tl;dr of crypto in 2023, yesterday’s and today’s episodes have got you covered. It’s been another wild year in crypto world, but we’re ending on a high. See you in 2024!Further reading:Missing ‘Bitcoin Millionaire’ and ONFO coin co-creator found dead: ReportMark Cuban loses $870K in hot wallet hackGenesis is planning to file for bankruptcy: ReportHere’s how ChatGPT-4 spends $100 in crypto tradingBlackRock’s spot Bitcoin ETF now listed on Nasdaq t...2023-12-2911 minRise’n’CryptoTop 10 most influential moments of Crypto Twitter in 2023In another special end-of-year episode, today we’re doing a rundown of some of the biggest moments Crypto Twitter had to offer in 2023. From the global manhunt for Do Kwon to Nayib Bukele’s tweet of pure vindication as El Salvador’s Bitcoin holdings went back into the black — this is one wild highlight reel!Further reading:Top 10 most influential crypto tweets of 2023, by Daniel Ramirez-EscuderoReferences:Gary Gensler on stakes and stakingDo Kwon caught in MontenegroCobie’s tweet decodedCoinbase hits back at the SECEric Balchunas shows BlackRock’s ETF recordSEC “surrenders” in its case against...2023-12-2811 minRise’n’CryptoChristmas wrap-up: Everything that happened in crypto this XmasMerry Christmas! Although many of us stopped to wind down with some traditional festivities, crypto plowed on. So, in this special Christmas wrap-up episode, we take a look at everything that happened from the 23rd to the 27th of December that you need to know about. Take 10 minutes for yourself and enjoy your Christmas crypto debrief.Further reading:Judge orders Craig Wright to pay over $1m to cover legal fees if he loses Satoshi identity case$3m of crypto is stolen on Christmas Day using MS DrainerzkSync suffers a five-hour network outage on Christmas dayTwo senior Grayscale...2023-12-2710 minDecentralize with CointelegraphBitcoin, American Football, Investing & Family - Swan Bitcoin’s Dante CookIn this episode of Decentralize with Cointelegraph, Swan Bitcoin’s head of business Dante Cook chats about his transition from being an elite college American Football standout to his journey into the world of Bitcoin.Cook unpacks how financial institutions, seasoned investors, and savvy athletes are becoming more aware of the “hard money” properties of Bitcoin and its compelling value proposition.Host's Twitter: @gazza_jenksCointelegraph’s Twitter: @CointelegraphCointelegraph’s website: cointelegraph.comThe views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants’ alone and do not necessar...2023-12-2647 minRise’n’CryptoWallet drainer using Google Ads steals $59M, Solana flips BNBDo you type the name of a crypto platform in Google and click the top link? If you do, you should stop. A phishing expedition using MS Drainer — a crypto wallet draining tool — and Google Ads has led to $59 million being stolen in just nine months, according to ScamSniffer. What’s worse is that the volume of these scams peaked as recently as November. Listen to today’s episode for a full rundown on this and more!Further reading:A wallet drainer and Google Ads are used to phish $59M in 9 monthsA US court approves the forf...2023-12-2211 minRise’n’CryptoSpot Bitcoin ETF mania: Trillion-dollar opportunity, hidden risks and crypto stocksWith spot Bitcoin ETFs possibly mere weeks away, we look at the situation from all angles. On the one hand, Grayscale’s CEO suggests the new ETFs open Bitcoin to a $30 trillion portion of the market, but the head of institutional research at Coinbase warns of two risks no one is talking about.Further reading:Grayscale CEO claims spot Bitcoin ETFs open crypto to $30T marketDeFi’s billion-dollar secret: The insiders responsible for hacksCoinbase’s stock continues a bull run of its ownThe two risks of spot Bitcoin ETFs that no one is talking aboutBitcoin has th...2023-12-2110 minRise’n’CryptoMichael Saylor on Bitcoin ETFs, inscriptions breaking blockchains, and moreThere is much to bring you up to speed on today, from Michael Saylor predicting a major crypto bull run in 2024 to institutional adoption of blockchain soaring, inscriptions breaking multiple blockchains and a critical security vulnerability on OKX for iPhone users.Further reading:Michael Saylor called spot Bitcoin ETFs the biggest Wall St development in 30 yearsWhy the inscriptions gold rush is breaking blockchainsInstitutional adoption of blockchain technology is soaring in the finance sectorMontenegro court cancels the extradition of Do Kwon to the USImmutable launches the ‘Passport’ wallet with Google and Apple loginsCritical security vulnerability found on OKX...2023-12-2010 minRise’n’CryptoBitcoin ETF a ‘bloodbath’ for exchanges, and a $1.5M memecoin gambleThere’s never a dull moment in crypto, so let’s get you up to speed! In this episode, get the latest news on spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds and how their approval could impact exchanges, Binance’s $2.7 billion settlement with the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission, how one trader’s memecoin gamble paid seven figures, and much more.Further reading:Will spot Bitcoin ETFs cause a bloodbath for exchanges?Improbable sells gaming venture and is bullish on the metaverseBlackRock and ARK make crucial revisions to their ETF applicationsA trader makes a fortune with a huge gam...2023-12-1910 minDecentralize with CointelegraphImpact of crypto is ‘tiny’: Decentralize with Cointelegraph explores Web Summit 2023In the latest episode of Decentralize with Cointelegraph, Joe Hall provides an inside look into Web Summit 2023 in Lisbon, Portugal. This tech juggernaut gathers crypto enthusiasts and industry insiders annually to explore trends, but skepticism abounds about the recognition of crypto at the summit. Coinext CEO José Artur Ribeiro humorously describes the focus on crypto as “tiny,” highlighting its discreet positioning. Cointelegraph editor-in-chief Kristina Lucrezia Corner mentions AI is taking the spotlight but sees a potential crypto resurgence if the first spot Bitcoin ETF is approved in the United States. Dive into Web Summit’s dynamic...2023-12-1919 minRise’n’Crypto37 Bored Apes stolen in bizarre hack, FTX dropping $53K per hour on legal feesOf all the weekend’s interesting developments, there’s one story you’ll want to hear: 37 Bored Ape Yacht Club and 13 Mutant Ape Yacht Club NFTs were stolen after a hacker found an exploit in an old smart contract — and you’ll never guess what happened next!Further reading:37 Bored Apes stolen and then returned in bizarre hackGrayscale addresses concerns over the tax implications of a spot Bitcoin ETFFTX loses $53K per hour on bankruptcy fees5 things you need to know in Bitcoin this weekSo, grab yourself a coffee and let's get into it!...2023-12-1811 minRise’n’CryptoLedger’s security breach, Bitcoin mixers, and Blockchain to end fake newsYesterday was chaotic in the crypto world, with Ledger’s security breach affecting many major DApps, including big hitters like SushiSwap and Phantom. As with all modern crises, events were reported in real time as the vulnerability was discovered, diagnosed and fixed. Today, we break down the whole story and much more!Further reading:Ledger patches vulnerability after multiple DApps using connector library compromisedDecentralized applications pause Ledger Connect as exploit fix deployedLedger CEO explains hack, calls it ‘isolated incident’Over $300M in stolen crypto sent to Bitcoin mixers in 2023Nodle’s Click app wants to end fake new...2023-12-1511 minRise’n’CryptoBitcoin to $80K in 2024, Sam Altman’s Worldcoin expands, and the memecoin ‘menace’Sam Altman’s Worldcoin project, which allows the verification of humanness with a blockchain-based World ID, has integrated into some of the most used online platforms, including Shopify, Minecraft, Reddit, Telegram and others. Meanwhile, Bitwise researchers claim Bitcoin is going to $80,000 in 2024, and stablecoins will eclipse Visa. And, are memecoins a “menace to crypto?” For all this and much more, carve out just 10 minutes of your day to get your debrief!Further reading:Bitwise predicts BTC to $80K in 2024, stablecoins to eclipse VisaSEC wants to include Binance guilt admissions to DOJ in its own caseMemecoins called...2023-12-1411 min
Decentralize with CointelegraphZero Barriers episode six: Blockchain’s compelling fringe use cases, from Web3 gaming to social functions, with Chris Lexmond and Ilia VolokhThe sixth and final episode of Zero Barriers delves into the broader use cases of blockchain technology and where it could have the biggest impact.Web3 gaming has long been touted as a major driver for blockchain adoption, and layer-2 scaling solutions like StarkNet solve the cost and performance concerns associated with operating on base layers of blockchain protocols like Ethereum.This episode features Chris Lexmond, the founder and CEO of Unstoppable Games, who explores the benefits and utility of blockchain-based games, and Ilia Volokh, StarkWare product manager and blockchain researcher, who presents some compelling...2023-12-1434 minRise’n’CryptoBiden, Trump slammed on digital assets, KuCoin bans New Yorkers, BlackRock ETF updateYou’re not going to want to miss this episode. U.S. presidential candidate Dean Philips slammed Donald Trump and Joe Biden on digital assets, saying, “at their age and stage of life, [they] are simply not the right people to lead us forward.” Meanwhile, Trump launched his third NFT collection titled MugShots. And BlackRock has made a significant change to its spot Bitcoin ETF application that could attract major banks.Further reading:KuCoin to ban New York residents in new $22M settlementUS presidential candidate slams Biden and Trump on digital assetsTrump launches new MugShots NFT co...2023-12-1311 minRise’n’CryptoElizabeth Warren’s anti-crypto bill, Enjin’s new blockchain, and moreOne hot-button topic that has dominated conversation around crypto lately is Senator Elizabeth Warren’s Digital Asset Anti-Money Laundering Act. On the face of it, it sounds like necessary legislation, but the devil’s in the details, and those details could effectively “ban Bitcoin” in the United States. For a full breakdown of the legislation and much more, tune in to today’s episode!Further reading:Senator Elizabeth Warren’s anti-crypto bill gets more supportCrypto’s reaction to the bill, plus a comforting statisticEnjin migrates 200M NFTs from Ethereum to new blockchainReport suggests blockchain gaming market will reach $60...2023-12-1211 minRise’n’CryptoBitcoin dominance dip to spark altseason, Binance and DOJ agreement unsealedAfter another busy crypto weekend, we have much to catch up on. Bitcoin saw a dip in both price and market dominance, which some analysts claim could mark the start of a surge in altcoin prices. Inscriptions on satoshis have been added to the U.S. National Vulnerability Database as a security issue. The agreement between Binance and DOJ has been unsealed, with an ex-SEC commenter calling it a “24/7, 365-days-a-year financial colonoscopy.” And that’s not everything!Further reading:Is the dip in Bitcoin dominance about to spark altseason?Bitcoin Inscriptions, like Ordinals, added to U.S. Nat...2023-12-1110 minRise’n’CryptoBitcoin hodlers, CZ stuck in US, Do Kwon latest, and Robinhood in EuropeThere’s a lot to catch you up on before the weekend! Bitcoin buyers in the 2020 bull run have diamond hands, Do Kwon may be extradited to the U.S., and Changpeng “CZ” Zhao must remain in the U.S. until his sentencing in February 2024. And let’s talk about decentralized science, which might be where CZ turns his attention in life after Binance.Further reading:2020 bull market Bitcoin buyers control 16% of the supply, and they aren’t sellingThe U.S. tells CZ he cannot go home to the UAE before sentencingWill decentralized science be CZ’s next proje...2023-12-0811 minDecentralize with CointelegraphInterview with pioneering Bitcoiner Charlie Shrem: You can’t keep a good man downOn this episode of Decentralize with Cointelegraph, investor Charlie Shrem talks about something truly interesting — himself. It’s quite a tale, much of which is being heard for the first time in this full-length interview. Charlie was a millionaire and a convicted felon while still in his early 20s. Besides founding BitInstant, he ran a retail business and nightclub, and then got entangled in Silk Road. He dealt with weighty issues of community and spirituality, and found true love. There’s something here for everyone.Cointelegraph’s Twitter: @CointelegraphCointelegraph’s website: cointelegraph.comThe views...2023-12-071h 17Rise’n’CryptoJPMorgan CEO slams crypto, Bitcoin Ordinals flying high, FCA warns about PoloniexToday, we look at JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon telling the U.S. Senate that if he were the government, he would shut crypto down — needless to say, the crypto community did not take those comments lightly. We also look at Bitcoin Ordinals going parabolic, but are they at risk of a network fix patching them out of existence?Further reading:“If I was the government, I’d close it down,” says Jamie Dimon, CEO of JPMorganThe crypto community responds to Dimon’s commentsBitcoin Ordinals has gone parabolic in recent weeksBitcoin Core developer calls Ordinals a DoS attack...2023-12-0710 minRise’n’CryptoBTC whales price manipulation, smart contracts security flaw, Bitcoin futures interest spikeBitcoin has seen a lot of green days lately, but is the latest upward trend a “choreographed” move by whales? Whatever the case, Bitcoin futures open interest on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange has soared alongside BTC’s price, and experts are suggesting it isn’t merely the result of ETF and halving hype. All this and much more to get you caught up on in crypto today!Further reading:Was the latest BTC price spike choreographed by whales?Thirdweb finds major security flaw in common smart contractsIBM unveils new complex cold storage to address common vulnerabilitiesNew Coinbase...2023-12-0610 minRise’n’CryptoBitcoin a top 10 asset, Robinhood spike in crypto trading, El Salvador BTC back in profitWarren Buffett famously called Bitcoin “rat poison squared,” but yesterday, it pushed Berkshire Hathaway out of the top 10 assets by market cap. Bitcoin’s stellar price performance of late has also been reflected in Robinhood’s crypto trading and El Salvador’s BTC portfolio, which is back in the black!Further reading:Bitcoin pushes Berkshire Hathaway out of the top 10 biggest assets by market capRobinhood sees a 75% spike in crypto trading in NovemberTwo brothers walk free after hacking $8.5M from PlatypusEl Salvador’s Bitcoin portfolio back in profitA new look at the age-old debate: Bitcoin maxis vs. multicha...2023-12-0511 minDecentralize with CointelegraphNew Binance CEO Richard Teng unpacks $4.3B settlement, compliance and future growthThis episode of Decentralize with Cointelegraph features a full one-on-one interview with the new CEO of Binance, Richard Teng. He takes over from Changpeng “CZ” Zhao, who was forced to step down from his position as part of a $4.3-billion settlement with United States authorities over regulatory failings by Binance in the past. Teng delves into the company’s history, how its explosive growth led to compliance shortcomings that would later land the company in trouble, its focus on regulatory compliance, and future prospects in key markets.Host's Twitter: @gazza_jenksCointelegraph’s Twitter: @CointelegraphCointele...2023-12-0425 minRise’n’CryptoHuge weekend for BTC, Richard Teng interview, North Korean hackers, spot Bitcoin ETF benefitsBitcoin stole the limelight this weekend as it breached the $40,000 mark, and there’s a lot you need to know about it going into this week. However, plenty happened outside of Bitcoin, too — from North Korean hackers stealing $3 billion in crypto to an exclusive interview with Binance’s new CEO, Richard Teng.Further reading:5 things you need to know in Bitcoin this weekSBF’s lawyers will not file any post-trial motionsRichard Teng’s exclusive interview with Cointelegraph since taking over as Binance CEONorth Korea’s state-sponsored hacking has netted them around $3B in stolen cryptoWhy spot Bitcoin ETFs...2023-12-0410 minRise’n’CryptoMicroStrategy’s $600M BTC buy, new Bitcoin ETF applicant, 75% of Web3 games fail, KyberSwap hacker lists demandsThere is an equal distribution of positive and negative news today, with Michael Saylor’s MicroStrategy buying another $600 million worth of Bitcoin but November securing the most damaging month of 2023 for hacks. When you’re done weighing up the current situation, we have the KyberSwap hacker’s absurd list of demands over returning the $46 million they stole!Further reading:Michael Saylor’s MicroStrategy buys another $600M worth of BitcoinPando is a late entry to become the 13th U.S. spot Bitcoin ETF applicantA CoinGecko study shows 75% of Web3 games failed in the last 5 yearsNovember was the most dam...2023-12-0112 minRise’n’CryptoFTX, decentralized mining, Binance vs. the Philippines, and the story of Bitcoin millionaire Charlie ShremFew spaces, if any, move faster than crypto, and in just 24 hours, there’s already so much to catch up on. FTX is set to sell $873 million of trust assets as part of its continued attempts to make creditors whole, Binance is in hot water with the Philippines SEC, and Twitter (now X) co-founder Jack Dorsey led a funding round for a company looking to decentralize the Bitcoin mining process. And finally, we have the fascinating story of Charlie Shrem, a man who went from a basement to the cover of Forbes — and then to prison!Furt...2023-11-3010 minRise’n’CryptoCristiano Ronaldo sued over Binance promotion, Coinbase subpoenas, KyberSwap hacker’s treatyFrom post-halving Bitcoin indicators to Cristiano Ronaldo being hit with a class-action lawsuit for promoting the sale of unregistered securities on Binance, and the cheeky KyberSwap hacker who is willing to return $46 million in stolen funds — but only if the exchanges execs are nice — today’s podcast has got it all!Further reading:Bitcoin had its 11th anniversary of its first halving event, which shows some interesting indicators for the futureSome Coinbase users receive a terrifying email over a subpoena involving their accountsCrypto lender Voyager is hit with a $1.65 billion settlement with the FTCA hacker who swiped...2023-11-2912 minRise’n’CryptoBlockchain and AI, new Binance CEO’s plan, Kiyosaki bullish on BTCBinance is still dominating headlines as its new CEO, Richard Teng, lays out his plan for the crypto exchange. Meanwhile, the U.S. SEC continues to investigate an FTX-style fraud at Binance.US. Robert Kiyosaki is bullish on Bitcoin and warns people to buy the asset before it’s too late. And finally, we look at the power of combining blockchain technology and AI.Further reading:Binance’s new CEO lays out his plan for the exchangeWe look at the power of combining blockchain and AIRobert Kiyosaki says buy Bitcoin before it’s too lateJapan releases fascinating report...2023-11-2812 minRise’n’CryptoBitcoin price surge prediction, Lightning Network warning, Inferno Drainer shuts downThere’s a lot to catch up on from this weekend, but Cointelegraph has you covered! We discuss Changpeng “CZ” Zhao’s continuing legal saga, Bitcoin price positivity, an elaborate scam involving a banana, and more. There’s never a dull moment in crypto, and if you want to ensure you are abreast of the latest news and stories, make sure to follow us.Further reading:BitMEX co-founder predicts a Bitcoin price surge as U.S. dollar liquidity risesCZ’s lawyers contest U.S. prosecutors over not being considered safe to flyScam software Inferno Drainer shuts down after s...2023-11-2711 minRise’n’CryptoBitcoin user spends $3.1M on txn fee, Wallet of Satoshi vanishes, Jim Cramer wrong about BTCYesterday was a day to be thankful — unless you’re the Bitcoin user who accidentally spent $3.1 million on a single transaction fee. This story comes with a lesson for us all! We also discuss stablecoins becoming a staple in Argentina, South Korea planning the pilot for its CBDC, the disappearance of the Wallet of Satoshi app for U.S. users, and Jim Cramer recalls his dreadful Bitcoin advice from 2022.Further reading:Bitcoin user spends $3.1 million on single transaction feeStablecoins will remain indispensable in Argentina under new presidentSouth Korea plans pilot of CBDC in 2024Wallet of Satoshi app vani...2023-11-2411 minRise’n’CryptoBinance weathers the storm, CZ a flight risk, HECO bridge hacked for $86MHappy Thanksgiving to everyone in the United States! Although you may be taking the day off, crypto never does. Today, we look at how Binance’s books were affected by its settlement with the U.S. government, HTX’s HECO Chain bridge hack that resulted in $86 million stolen, and U.S. prosecutors attempting to block Changpeng “CZ” Zhao from leaving the country as an “unacceptable risk of flight.” We also look at the fantastic magazine feature on substance abuse in cryptocurrency trading. So, while you wait for your feast, make sure you fill up on information!Further reading:...2023-11-2310 minRise’n’CryptoCZ pleads guilty, Binance settles with DOJ for $4.3B, Genesis sues GeminiYesterday was a day that will go down in crypto history. Binance agreed to settle with multiple U.S. government agencies for a staggering $4.3 billion, with its CEO Changpeng “CZ” Zhao pleading guilty to violating Anti-Money Laundering laws and released on a $175 million bond. You need to know a lot today if you want to stay ahead of the curve!Further reading:Binance agrees a settlement with multiple U.S. government agencies for $4.3 billionCZ pleads guilty over violations of the Bank Secrecy ActCZ is released on a $175 million bond and risks jailGenesis sues Gemini over $689 millionGrayscale meet...2023-11-2211 minRise’n’CryptoTether freezes $225M, Kronos gets hacked, Apple gets sued, Bittrex to shut down, and Microsoft hires Sam AltmanWe have a lot to cover today! Tether has frozen $225 million of USDT linked with a romance scam, Kronos Research had its API keys hacked and lost $25 million, Apple is being sued over blocking crypto tech in P2P payment apps, Bittrex Global is shutting down, and Microsoft has hired the ousted OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, leading to its share price hitting an all-time high. Who would’ve thought there would be so much to catch up on in just 24 hours?Further reading:Tether freezes $225 million connected to a romance scamKronos Research halts trading after $25 million of...2023-11-2111 minRise’n’CryptoYFI token saga, dYdX attack, Bitcoin fees and ETFs, and Javier Milei winsIt was a busy weekend in crypto! A fascinating saga has unfolded after Yearn.finance’s YFI token plummeted 43% in five hours, causing chaos and FUD and prompting the founder of the dYdX exchange to call it a targeted attack. Running parallel are multiple stories impacting Bitcoin in all directions, from warnings around ETF filings to skyrocketing fees and Argentina’s new Bitcoin-friendly president, Javier Milei.Further reading:BlackRock’s spot Bitcoin ETF is looking likely to be approved, but the BitGo CEO has a warningYearn.finance saw its YFI token plummet 43% in five hours, sparking exit s...2023-11-2010 minRise’n’CryptoFugitives, fees, Ferraris and BlackRock’s Ethereum ETF filingCrypto fugitives were spotted in Bali, Ferraris can be bought with Bitcoin, and there was a 1,000% spike in gas fees on Polygon due to sky-high hype around a new project. All of this excitement before mentioning that the world’s biggest asset manager, BlackRock, has filed for an Ethereum ETF, and Tether dropped half a billion dollars on a Bitcoin mining operation. Strap in; it’s a wild one today!Further reading:BlackRock’s spot Bitcoin ETF filing now has company in the form of an Ethereum ETF application3AC co-founder Kyle Davies, who is on the ru...2023-11-1712 minRise’n’CryptoOpenSea phishing, tech giants unite, and the crypto Web2 security problemBullish sentiments, unscrupulous actors, and the tech giants coalescing for the sake of decentralization. Today’s episode covers some hard-hitting topics, surprising stats and a warning for OpenSea users. Here’s what you need to know today in the world of crypto.Further reading:Microsoft, Tencent and other tech giants partner for decentralizationThe TVL in layer 2s has doubled since the bull runNearly half of crypto lost was due to Web2 security issuesU.S. House Financial Services hearing investigates crypto and terrorismOpenSea users targeted by phishing, but with a worrying twistSo, grab yourself a co...2023-11-1611 minRise’n’CryptoDisney NFTs, Fnality funding, $2.1B of crypto at risk, and the XRP ETF hoaxToday’s episode covers the wild world of crypto, from Disney launching an NFT platform with Dapper Labs to Goldman Sachs leading a mammoth funding round for Fnality, a Ripple ETF hoax and a major security risk with some wallets that you need to know about.Further reading:Disney to launch an NFT platform with Dapper LabsCrypto.com granted a Dubai crypto licenseGoldman Sachs leads an enormous funding round for FnalityCybersecurity team claims up to $2.1b of crypto in old wallets are at riskRipple ETF hoax caused a brief price spike — Will it affect SEC ETF appr...2023-11-1509 minRise’n’CryptoBitcoin millionaires, miners, the bull run, Tether, and the Bitgin scandalIf you’re looking for positive sentiments around Bitcoin, you do not need to spend much time searching recently. Two fascinating annual highs have been hit in the past few days that point toward Bitcoin’s continued ascent. These hints of a bull run may be well-backed by history too, but one writer suggests that a stratospheric bull run could be followed by a rough reentry at the end.Further reading:Bitcoin mining rewards hit its highest daily value since April 2022. Bitcoin wallets with over a million dollars of BTC have tripled in 11 months. History suggests we’re...2023-11-1409 minRise’n’CryptoIntroducing your daily crypto recap by CointelegraphWelcome to the brand-new daily podcast from Cointelegraph, Rise‘n’Crypto. Monday to Friday, host Robert Baggs will keep you ahead of the curve in one of the fastest-moving industries on Earth with a concise recap of what’s important right now. Whether it’s market-moving events, legal drama and new fintech, or the highs, lows and oddities of the crypto space, the Rise‘n’Crypto podcast will keep you informed in under 15 minutes. No fluff, no rambling — just the essentials.Rise’n’Crypto is brought to you by Cointelegraph and is hosted and produced by Robert Baggs. You...2023-11-1302 minDecentralize with CointelegraphBack to school with Bitcoin in Lugano: What’s going on in the Swiss city that’s embracing crypto?Join Cointelegraph reporter Joe Hall on a journey back to the classroom to explore the vibrant crypto scene in this Swiss city of Lugano. In this podcast episode, Cointelegraph dives into the inner workings of the Plan ₿ Summer School, featuring insights from industry experts like Adam Back and Paolo Ardoino. Discover the fast-paced growth of crypto adoption in Lugano, where iconic brands like McDonald’s and Rolex now accept Bitcoin, and find out why Michael Saylor’s musings have inspired Adam Back.Cointelegraph’s Twitter: @CointelegraphJoe Hall's Twitter: @JoeNakamotoCointelegraph’s website: cointelegraph.comT...2023-09-1929 min
Decentralize with CointelegraphZero Barriers episode five: ZK-proofs, on-chain accumulators and scaling’s significance with Liron Hayman and Kacper KoziolEpisode five of Zero Barriers considers the potential use cases and impact of zero-knowledge proofs within Ethereum and the wider cryptocurrency ecosystem. StarkWare business development head Liron Hayman unpacks how their layer-2 technology provides the capacity to scale and bridge the blockchain ecosystem, while Herodotus co-founder Kacper Koziol unpacks how their on-chain accumulator uses storage-proof cryptography to verify data from any point of Ethereum’s blockchain without needing a third party. The solution makes use of StarkWare’s STARK proofs, the ZK-proof technology co-invented by mathematician Eli Ben-Sasson. The episode is hosted by Gareth Jenkinson from Cointelegraph and Nathan Jeff...2023-09-1523 min
Decentralize with CointelegraphZero Barriers episode four: StarkWare, ZK-rollups and artificial intelligence, with Eli Ben-Sasson and Cem DagdelenEpisode four of Zero Barriers looks over the history of zero-knowledge proofs with Eli Ben-Sasson, who has been at the forefront of the technology since validity proofs were an abstract theoretical concept to StarkNet’s superfast Quantum Leap upgrade. Giza co-founder Cem Dagdelen also explains how StarkWare’s Cairo programming language enables AI to be integrated with smart contracts. This episode is hosted by Andrew Fenton from Cointelegraph Magazine and Nathan Jeffay from StarkWare.Guest’s Twitter: @EliBenSasson @CemFDagdelenCointelegraph’s Twitter: @Cointelegraph Cointelegraph’s website: cointelegraph.com The views, thoughts and opinions expressed i...2023-07-2020 min
Decentralize with CointelegraphZero Barriers episode three: Scaling Ethereum to run the world’s financial system, with Louis Guthman and David LaveckyEpisode three of the Zero Barriers podcast series looks at the future of scaling. David Lavecky, co-founder of Canvas, recalls the moment in 2020 when he realized the base layer of Ethereum could not scale for use by banks and institutions without help. And Louis Guthmann, ecosystem lead at StarkWare, explains the history of scaling and the challenges ahead. He reveals two Starknet upgrades coming in 2023, putting it on track to match Visa in transactions per second. The episode is hosted by Andrew Fenton from Cointelegraph Magazine and Nathan Jeffay from StarkWare.Guest’s Twitter: @davidlavecky @GuthLCoi...2023-07-1440 min
Decentralize with CointelegraphZero Barriers episode two: The teething pains of blockchain tech, with Avihu Levy and Motty LavieWelcome to Zero Barriers, a special series from the Decentralize with Cointelegraph podcast in collaboration with StarkWare. In the second episode, Avihu Levy from StarkWare and Motty Lavie from Braavos Wallet delve deep into the issues that the blockchain industry faces on its path to global adoption — and the innovative ways to overcome them. The episode is co-hosted by Nathan Jeffay of StarkWare.Guest’s Twitter: @StarkWareLtd @avihu28 @mottylenCointelegraph’s Twitter: @Cointelegraph Cointelegraph’s website: cointelegraph.com The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants’ alone and do not necessa...2023-07-1033 min
Decentralize with CointelegraphZero Barriers episode one: How blockchain is taking on the world, with StarkWare’s Uri Kolodny and Eli Ben-SassonWelcome to Zero Barriers, a special series from the Decentralize with Cointelegraph podcast in collaboration with StarkWare. In the first episode, Uri Kolodny and Eli Ben-Sasson explore the future of Ethereum and zero-knowledge rollups, and explain why they believe in the success of blockchain technology. The episode is co-hosted by Nathan Jeffay of StarkWare.Guest’s Twitter: @StarkWareLtd @ukolodny @EliBenSassonCointelegraph’s Twitter: @Cointelegraph Cointelegraph’s website: cointelegraph.com The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants’ alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointe...2023-07-0419 minDecentralize with CointelegraphBitcoin visits Miami and Prague: Exploring some of the biggest BTC conferencesStep into the world of Bitcoin on this week’s episode of Decentralize with Cointelegraph, which features two of the world’s largest Bitcoin conferences: Bitcoin 2023 in Miami and BTCPrague. Join Cointelegraph reporter Joe Hall as he interviews CEOs, industry leaders and passionate Bitcoin enthusiasts, capturing their thoughts on Bitcoin concerns, quips and queries, and the future of the decentralized protocol.Cointelegraph’s Twitter: @CointelegraphJoe Hall's Twitter: @JoeNakamotoCointelegraph’s website: cointelegraph.comThe views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants’ alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent...2023-06-3045 minDecentralize with CointelegraphReal Bedford FC: The underdogs rising to prominence through BitcoinIn this episode of “Decentralize with Cointelegraph,” we explore the story of Real Bedford FC, a football club based in the English town of Bedford that aims to put Bitcoin on the map in the United Kingdom.Join host Joe Hall as he interviews fans, locals and Bitcoin advocates to understand how the Bitcoin-themed football club is working on the ground. The episode features interviews with Peter McCormack — No. 38 on Cointelegraph’s 2023 Top 100 list — as well as the Real Bedford commentator, a Liberal Democrat councillor and well-known Bitcoin advocate Jeff Booth. They all weigh in to tell the story...2023-04-2525 minDecentralize with CointelegraphParis Blockchain Week 2023: Web3 mass adoption and keeping the faith in cryptoCointelegraph reporter Joe Hall was at Paris Blockchain Week 2023 catching up with some of the leaders in the Bitcoin, crypto and Web3 space. The conference occurred in the shadow of a banking crisis in the U.S. and Europe, starting with Silicon Valley Bank and spreading to others. Topics discussed included faith in the traditional financial system, the power of Bitcoin as a hedge against TradFi, and mass crypto adoption. In this episode, listen to snippets of conversations with Pascal Gauthier, the CEO of Ledger, and Sergey Kunz, a co-founder of the 1inch Network — among others.Cointelegraph’s Tw...2023-03-2822 minDecentralize with CointelegraphCrypto in the crosshairs? US bank failures leave more questions than answersCointelegraph business editor Sam Bourgi and journalist Gareth Jenkinson break down the major talking points from the United States banking collapse fiasco, and discuss whether the cryptocurrency industry is being targeted by regulators nationwide. The collapse of Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank directly affected several prominent cryptocurrency companies, even causing Circle’s U.S. dollar-pegged stablecoin USDC to lose its peg for a couple of days.Cointelegraph’s Twitter: @CointelegraphCointelegraph’s website: cointelegraph.comThe views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants’ alone and do not necessarily reflect or repre...2023-03-1719 minDecentralize with CointelegraphSVB, Signature and Silvergate banks collapsed: What does it mean for the crypto market?Decentralize with Cointelegraph’s new episode, hosted by Joe Hall, features analyst Marcel Pechman providing insights into breaking crypto news, such as Silicon Valley Bank’s liquidation, banking sector cuts, and Bitcoin’s sudden price rise. Pechman offers his perspective, drawing from his experience in Brazil’s economic inflation. The podcast ends on a lighter note, discussing why Bitcoin’s token price surged over 20%. The show is part of Cointelegraph’s new audio offerings, covering diverse topics from NFTs to crypto trading. Tune in to stay informed about the latest in the crypto market.Cointelegraph’s Twitter: @Co...2023-03-1633 minDecentralize with CointelegraphCointelegraph takes on ETHDenver: A nerd island in a shaky worldCointelegraph’s Turner Wright and Rudy Takala share their experiences navigating the plethora of venues, panels, and personalities at the ETHDenver conference. Wright arrived in time to interview industry experts, check out a ‘hacker house’, and watch developers go through BUIDL week. Takala talks about how organizers handled the various events scattered across downtown Denver and what he wished he could have seen more of compared to other crypto conferences.This discussion was recorded on March 10, 2023.Rudy Takala’s Twitter @RudyTakalaCointelegraph’s Twitter: @CointelegraphCointelegraph’s website: cointelegraph.comThe views...2023-03-1518 min
Decentralize with CointelegraphWEF 2023 inside out: Crypto and DeFi in Davos disrupting the legacyCointelegraph’s team reflect on Davos 2023 - highlighting the ongoing convergence of TradFi and DeFi during the World Economic Forum. While a select few drove discussions inside the WEF, the crypto world convened in the streets of Davos. In this podcast episode, the team reflects on synergies between traditional finance and the world of crypto. Kristina Lucrezia Cornèr's Twitter: @KristinaLCornerGareth Jenkinson's Twitter: @gazza_jenksCointelegraph’s Twitter: @CointelegraphCointelegraph’s website: cointelegraph.comThe views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants’ alone and do not necessarily reflect o...2023-01-2427 min