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LiFi integrates ThorChain for seamless Bitcoin swaps across EVM chains
The new Li.Fi integration boosts Bitcoin's DeFi accessibility on EVM chains.
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Bitcoin holds $56k support amid heightened volatility as options expiry looms
The $56,000 support has become a focal point for traders, as more than $1.4 billion in Bitcoin options are set to expire at 8:00 A.M. UTC.
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Harris victory odds hit all-time high on Polymarket as her lead extends 10% over Trump
Odds of a Harris win soar on Polymarket as Democrat voices show support for a positive crypto regulation.
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Ransomware and theft drive over $2 billion in illicit crypto activity in 2024 – Chainalysis
The amount of crypto moved through stolen funds has risen by 84% in 2024, while ransomware grew by 2% in the same period.
Politics
Senate leader Chuck Schumer back positive crypto reform in 2024
Schumer aims to pass comprehensive crypto legislation by year's end, seeking bipartisan agreement.
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State of Wisconsin increases exposure to Bitcoin in Q2 via BlackRock ETF
In a new filing with the SEC, the SWIB reported holding more IBIT shares and none of the previously reported GBTC shares.
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US government transfers 10,000 Silk Road BTC to Coinbase Prime, Bitcoin price holds steady
Despite the likely selling movement, BTC showed a positive 0.5% price variation in the past hour, resisting the "government dump."
Election 2024
Ramaswamy predicts Harris will pivot on crypto but maintain left-leaning economic policies
Ramaswamy believes that as the election draws nearer, Harris might feel compelled to align herself with the growing number of Americans who are supportive of digital assets
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Norwegian sovereign wealth fund’s indirect Bitcoin holdings soar 62% in first half of 2024
The fund increased its holdings in several Bitcoin-related companies like MicroStrategy and Marathon Digitals.
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