Bitcoin Market Reaches ‘Equilibrium’ as Speculation Declines, Glassnode Reports

The bitcoin market has hit a phase of tranquility, where investor enthusiasm has cooled, and speculative activity has sharply decreased. According to a thorough report from Glassnode, this quiet spell might be setting the stage for an uptick in market volatility. Glassnode Analysis Shows Bitcoin Market Entering a Tranquil Phase Amid Decline in Speculative Activity…

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Crypto Tax Rule and Gift, Debit Cards

Using crypto for gift cards in Australia triggers CGT based on the card’s market value. ATO clarifies CGT for crypto transactions, affecting Australia’s gift card programs. Topping up gift cards with crypto in Australia incurs CGT on the increased balance. Australian tax authorities have recently updated their guidance on cryptocurrency transactions involving gift cards and…

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Bitcoin’s Latest Difficulty Rise Challenges Miners Already Facing Revenue Slump

On Aug. 28, Bitcoin’s mining difficulty bumped up by 2.99% at block height 858,816, pushing the metric from 86.87 trillion to a hefty 89.47 trillion. This tweak adds a bit more challenge for bitcoin miners, especially with hashprice values lingering at very low levels. Bitcoin Network’s Difficulty Jumps as Earnings Dwindle Bitcoin’s difficulty ticked up…

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Lightspark Launches Lightspark Extend to Boost Instant Bitcoin Payments in the U.S

August 29, 2024 at 04:37 PM GST 2 mins read News Lightspark Extend enables instant Lightning payments for U.S. businesses, integrating with UMA and Lightning-enabled accounts. The service is compatible with over 99% of U.S. banks that accept real-time payments, offering fast, low-cost transactions. Businesses can onboard with Lightspark Extend via Zero Hash, a regulated…

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Nvidia Q2 Earnings Impact on AI Cryptos

Nvidia’s Q2 revenue soared to $30 billion, surpassing expectations by $1.32 billion. AI cryptos like FET, TAO, and RENDER fell by 6% shortly after Nvidia’s earnings release. Despite a revenue increase, Nvidia’s stock price dropped nearly 7% in after-hours trading. The cryptocurrency sector linked to artificial intelligence (AI) experienced a significant downturn immediately following Nvidia’s…

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Chinese Investors Suffer Major Losses in Cryptocurrency Investment Amid Altcoin Decline

59.8% of surveyed Chinese investors reported losses in cryptocurrency investments this year, primarily due to sharp declines in altcoin prices. Only 23% of the surveyed investors made a profit in 2024, while 17.2% reported no gains or losses, highlighting the market’s volatility. Bitcoin remained stable, but retail investors faced significant losses as altcoin prices sharply…

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Kylian Mbappé’s ‘X’ Hack Sparks $200K Crypto Gold Rush

Mbappé’s hacked X account triggered a $MBAPPE scam, causing significant losses for investors. Quick memecoin tools like Pump.fun fuel rapid crypto scams, including $MBAPPE. Crypto scams targeting high-profile accounts are rising, with millions lost in minutes. French football star Kylian Mbappé found himself at the center of a cryptocurrency scam on Thursday after hackers gained…

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The US Bitcoin ETFs see over $106 million outflow

Bitcoin ETFs experienced outflows totaling $105.3 million, with six out of 11 ETF issuers losing $59.3 million. Fidelity’s FBTC saw a $10.4 million outflow, while Bitwise’s BITB and VanEck’s HODL lost $8.7 million and $10.1 million, respectively. Grayscale’s products also experienced outflows, with $8.0 million and $8.8 million withdrawn from GBTC and BTC, respectively. BlackRock’s…

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ETH Bulls Hold Ground as They Eye Next Target at $2,750

Ethereum’s green close suggests cautious optimism, but market sentiment remains indecisive. ETH/BTC is approaching 0.0450 BTC resistance; a breakout could trigger a bullish rally. Analysts watch the $2,477-$2,433 zone as a strategic entry point for potential ETH expansion. Ethereum (ETH) exhibited bullish activity as it closed with a green candle. However, market sentiment remains uncertain…

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Will Telegram’s Legal Issues Cause Crypto Market Crash Again?

The recent controversy surrounding Telegram CEO Pavel Durov is raising alarms within the cryptocurrency community, with some experts suggesting it could be a ‘black swan event’—an unforeseen incident with potentially catastrophic effects.  Here’s a breakdown of the situation and its impact on the crypto market. Durov’s Legal Trouble Mounts Pavel Durov is facing multiple legal…

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Bitfarms Takes Control of Its First US Mega-Site to Expand Bitcoin Mining Capacity

Bitfarms Ltd., a bitcoin mining company, announced on Tuesday that it has taken control of its new data center in Sharon, Pennsylvania. “This site represents Bitfarms’ first mega-site in the U.S. with access to up to 120 MW,” the company said. Located in the Pennsylvania-New Jersey-Maryland (PJM) grid, the site offers low-cost, flexible power ideal…

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MATIC Spikes in On-Chain Activity Amid Dormant Coin Movement

Polygon’s on-chain activity spikes with 3,369 active addresses on the network. A significant increase in dormant MATIC coin movements suggests a possible market shift. Age Consumed metric surge on Polygon hints at growing interest despite price dip. Polygon’s on-chain activity has surged despite the ongoing decline in MATIC’s price. Recent data highlights an increase in…

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Vortex Brands Buys Into MicroStrategy To Capture Bitcoin Market

In the latest news, Vortex Brands Co. has started buying shares of MicroStrategy Inc. to copy MicroStrategy’s approach to buying Bitcoin. Vortex, a cryptocurrency miner, will purchase 10 MicroStrategy shares per month and report its positions quarterly. Vortex Brands Invests in MicroStrategy for Bitcoin As stated in a press release, Vortex’s first investment was to buy 10…

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Can Bulls Launch a Recovery?

Bitcoin price started a consolidation phase near the $58,500 level. BTC must clear the $60,500 resistance to start a recovery wave in the near term. Bitcoin tested the $58,000 zone before there was a minor recovery. The price is trading below $62,000 and the 100 hourly Simple moving average. There is a major bearish trend…

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Signs Of A New Crypto Winter? Warren Buffett’s $1 Billion Stock Sales Spark Market Crash Fears

Amid growing global economic uncertainties looming over financial markets, including crypto, Warren Buffett has made a significant move by selling an additional $982 million worth of Bank of America stock.  Buffett’s Sale Of Bank Of America Shares According to Bloomberg, this sale marks the continuation of his conglomerate’s reduction of investments in the second-largest US…

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Donald Trump Launches 4th NFT Collection Featuring Him Holding Bitcoin — Says ‘They Call Me Crypto President’

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has released a fourth series of non-fungible token (NFT) digital trading cards. The collection includes 50 unique cards, featuring images such as Trump holding bitcoin. Collectors may receive a physical trading card containing a piece of a suit worn during the presidential debate with Joe Biden and could be invited…

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Bitcoin Whales and Sharks Collect 133.3K BTC from Retail Sellers

In this struggling cryptocurrency market, Bitcoin Whales and sharks are the ones continuously taking advantage of the price drop. Over the last 30 days, Bitcoin (BTC) the world’s biggest cryptocurrency has experienced a significant price drop of over 14%, potentially due to Japan’s interest rate update, Mt. Gox’s massive BTC distribution, the German government’s BTC…

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