On January 7th, North Dakota lawmakers introduced a House Concurrent Resolution (HCR3001) urging the State Treasurer and the State Investment Board to consider investing in digital assets and precious metals. Sponsored by a bipartisan group of legislators, the HCR aims to diversify the state’s treasury and safeguard its financial resources against inflation. The resolution emphasizes … Read more
On January 7th, North Dakota lawmakers introduced a House Concurrent Resolution (HCR3001) urging the State Treasurer and the State Investment Board to consider investing in digital assets and precious metals. Sponsored by a bipartisan group of legislators, the HCR aims to diversify the state’s treasury and safeguard its financial resources against inflation. The resolution emphasizes … Read more
Aptos demonstrated impressive growth in 2024, with monthly active users surging from 2 million to nearly 11 million by Q1 2025. This rapid expansion highlights the platform’s scalability and efficiency, attracting increased on-chain activity and potentially fueling broader adoption. Exchange Dynamics: Inflows: Binance dominates Aptos inflows, accounting for 47.6%, establishing itself as a key accumulation … Read more
Tens of thousands were evacuated from Los Angeles after devastating wildfires erupted on January 7, 2025. The fires have tragically claimed lives and caused widespread destruction. In response, the crypto community is stepping up to support relief efforts. Platforms Facilitate Crypto Donations The Giving Block:Launched an emergency fundraiser to support local charities. Accepts BTC, ETH, … Read more
While the broader cryptocurrency market grapples with a bearish sentiment, XRP, the native token of Ripple Labs, is bucking the trend with a notable price increase. On January 9, 2024, while Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other major cryptocurrencies are experiencing price declines, XRP has recorded a 2% gain. Technical Analysis Points to Further Upside Support from … Read more
One of Portugal’s largest banks, Banco de Investimentos Globais (BiG), has recently blocked fiat transfers to cryptocurrency platforms. While other Portuguese banks have not followed suit, this decision highlights a potential shift in Portugal’s approach to crypto-related activities. Regulatory Uncertainty and Compliance Concerns BiG cited compliance with directives from the European Central Bank, the European … Read more
South Korea is poised to significantly relax its restrictions on institutional crypto trading. The Financial Services Commission (FSC) plans to gradually grant institutions, starting with non-profit organizations, access to local crypto exchanges. This move marks a significant policy shift for the country, which has historically limited institutional participation in the crypto market. While no official … Read more
The Himalayan Kingdom of Bhutan is making bold moves in the cryptocurrency space, solidifying its position as a pioneer in digital asset adoption. The nation’s strategic reserve of Bitcoin, now valued at over $1 billion, has already contributed significantly to its GDP. Gelephu Mindfulness City: A Crypto Hub in the Making Bhutan’s ambitious “Gelephu Mindfulness … Read more
Ether’s price could see a massive 257% increase, reaching $12,000 by the end of 2025, according to Dr. Sean Dawson, head of research at the options DeFi protocol Derive. He attributes this potential surge to the successful rollout of Ethereum’s Pectra upgrade and a favorable regulatory environment under the Trump administration. At the time of … Read more
After a challenging 2024, Cardano (ADA) has ignited investor enthusiasm with a remarkable price surge, climbing from $0.80 to $1.14 at press time. This resurgence has been particularly evident in the ADA/BTC pair, suggesting a growing preference for Cardano among investors. Grayscale’s Reinvestment Fuels ADA’s Momentum Adding fuel to the fire, Grayscale’s Digital Large Cap … Read more