Newsroom

Crypto News

Fast coverage of the stories moving crypto markets.

CME Group expands its Bitcoin, Ethereum derivatives product suite

The company will offer 14 new derivatives options for greater flexibility and risk management - subject to regulatory approval.

3 years ago

Exchanges

SEC file charges against Bittrex, former CEO for operating without license

Bittrex said it is suspending its US operations by April 30, blaming the current regulatory uncertainty in the country for its decision.

3 years ago

Analysis

Investors flock to Bitcoin after Ethereum’s Shapella upgrade

The total value of assets under management for blockchain equities reached $1.9 billion — its highest since October 2022.

3 years ago

CBDCs

Israel reveals potential scenarios that could lead to CBDC issuance

The Bank of Israel said it could issue a CBDC if developed countries like the United States were to issue their own digital currency

3 years ago

Exchanges

Paxful CEO Ray Youssef discloses $4.4M in frozen customer funds, warns against US financial institutions

Paxful CEO Ray Youssef advised his followers to self-custody their assets and avoid any dealings with U.S.-based financial instituitions.

3 years ago

Here’s why GPT-4 outperforms GPT3.5, LLMs in code debugging

GPT-4 spotted 100% of bugs, GPT3.5 caught 50%, and open source Large Language Models failed almost completely.

3 years ago

Crypto

CryptoSlate wMarket Update: Bitcoin dips below $30,000 as outflows exceed $18B

The wMarket Update condenses the most important price movements in the crypto markets over the reporting period, published 07:45 ET on weekdays.

3 years ago

Exchanges

Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong offloaded $1.8M worth of shares in April

CryptoSlate had previously reported that Armstrong sold 89,196 Coinbase shares for a total of $5.8 million in March.

3 years ago

Staking ETH -3.00%

Staked Ethereum declines 3.8% as withdrawals cross 1M ETH

Lido DAO is responsible for most staked Ethereum withdrawals — roughly 25% — according to Nansen's dashboard.

3 years ago

Hacks SFM -37.24%

SafeMoon app update panned as distraction by community

The SafeMoon community grow frustrated over the lack of progress in response to the recent $9 million exploit.

3 years ago

Analysis SHIB -2.04%

From joke to investment: The surprising resilience of memecoins in crypto

Memecoins, including Dogecoin and Shiba Inu, continue to defy expectations by thriving in the bear market, outperforming other cryptocurrencies and expanding their utility, attracting retail investors and newcomers to the crypto world.

3 years ago

Staking

$1B staked ETH withdrawn in 24hrs as round 2 begins

Shanghai, Capella, Bellatrix, Paris... Ethereum performs 'digital heart surgery at 100 mph' again

3 years ago

Web3

Op-ed: Meet DePINs, web3’s best shot at real-world adoption in 2023

Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks, which incentivize infrastructure crowd-sourcing with blockchain and tokens, can create community-powered grids with decentralized ownership, self-reinforcing incentives, and scalable growth. While challenges remain, the model's real-world value offers a healthier foundation for sustainable growth than wild speculation.

3 years ago

Taxes

Op-ed: Even free crypto is taxable – what to look out for this tax season

Unravel the hidden tax obligations of crypto airdrops in this eye-opening op-ed. Delve into fair market value complexities, DeFi yield challenges, and the significance of expert advice to ensure IRS compliance amidst this evolving landscape.

3 years ago

Hacks OP -3.59%

Hundred Finance hacked on Optimism, suffers $7 million loss

Multi-chain lending protocol targeted in latest DeFi exploit.

3 years ago

Interview

Anndy Lian on decentralization and the potential impact of Web4

From Web3 to Web4: Explore the future of Web4 with Anndy Lian as he unveils its potential to transform society, economy, and redefine digital governance.

3 years ago

NFTs

Op-ed: Communities are not built around JPEGs

As the success of NFTs depends on community building, blockchain technology offers unparalleled transparency, financial alignment, and participatory governance for a new era of digital collaboration.

3 years ago