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Pi Network open mainnet goes live – What does it mean for pioneers and PI coin?
Pi Network officially launched its open mainnet today at 8:00 AM UTC. The launch ended investors’ wait and mining for the past six years. The long-anticipated transition from an enclosed mainnet, which had been operational since 2021, will now allow “pioneers” to trade their Pi coins freely and integrate with external networks. Pi coin surged […]Cryptopolitan
Thu, Feb 20
Ripple And Brazilian Bank Join Forces To Launch XRP Ledger Stablecoin
Ripple and Brazilian financial heavyweight Braza Group have announced the launch of a new stablecoin on the XRP Ledger (XRPL). The stablecoin, called BBRL, is pegged to the Brazilian Real and is designed to offer secure, cost-effective solutions for both individuals and businesses. Ripple Expands In...Bitcoinist
Thu, Feb 20
The 10x Altcoin Dogecoin (DOGE) and Shiba Inu (SHIB) Investors Are Loading Up on This Month
Dogecoin (DOGE) and Shiba Inu (SHIB) investors are increasingly turning their attention to Mutuum Finance (MUTM), a promising altcoin with strong growth potential. While meme coins remain popular, investors are realizing that hype alone isn’t enough for long-term gains. That’s why many are shifting to Mutuum Finance, an emerging DeFi-focused altcoin. Priced at $0.01 in […]Cryptopolitan
Thu, Feb 20
Former Bybit payroll manager sentenced to nearly 10 years for stealing $4.2M
A former payroll manager for Bybit Fintech has been sentenced to nearly 10 years in prison for stealing millions in cryptocurrency from the company’s accounts. Ho Kai Xin, 32, misappropriated about $4.2 million while overseeing payroll operations and attempted to cover up her actions by falsifying records and lying to authorities. As reported by local […]Cryptopolitan
Thu, Feb 20
Polymarket to launch real-world event oracle system to verify bets
UMA Protocol announced its work on a real-world event oracle, to resolve bets on Polymarket. The oracle will be built in partnership with EigenLayer and Polymarket, utilizing the liquidity of the re-staking protocol and the EIGEN token. Polymarket is partnering with UMA Protocol and EigenLayer to build a new oracle for marking undeniable proof of […]Cryptopolitan
Thu, Feb 20
Solana Faces Double Trouble: 55% Network Drop And Price Woes
SOL, the native token of the Solana network, is one of the worst-performing cryptos in recent days. Once the darling of the meme coin crowd, the popular blockchain is facing its toughest test yet with its massive price drop and dip in network activity. SOL is currently trading at $173, but it’...NewsBTC
Thu, Feb 20
Top New Crypto to HODL as BitGo Launches OTC Trading Services amid 2025 IPO Rumors
BitGo, a popular crypto custody service firm, has now introduced over-the-counter (OTC) trading for digital assets. This will allow traders to trade in derivatives of more than 250 digital assets. BitGo will also offer yield-generating products and lending services. Matt Ballensweig, BitGo’s CEO, sa...NewsBTC
Thu, Feb 20
XRP In Demand: Whales Go On $400 Million Buying Spree
On-chain data shows the XRP whales have participated in a large amount of net buying recently, a sign that could be bullish for the asset’s price. XRP Whales Have Gone On An Accumulation Spree Over Last 48 Hours As explained by analyst Ali Martinez in a new post on X, the XRP whales have incre...Bitcoinist
Thu, Feb 20
SEC is ‘very’ interested in crypto staking, wants to work with the industry on it
The SEC is taking a closer look at crypto staking, asking industry players for detailed explanations on how it works and what benefits it offers. According to Fox Business’ Eleanor Terrett, the agency is “very, very interested” and could soon release official guidance on staking. “My source expects to see some kind of agency guidance on […]Cryptopolitan
Thu, Feb 20
Dems say they want to work with DOGE, but Musk and company are making it hard
Democrats have expressed interest in helping Musk and DOGE to reduce waste and fraud. However, Musk is coming off too hard, especially after going after the federal workers. Now, they are torn between showing people that they support what is right and offending federal workers whose votes they need after 4 years. Democrats lost both […]Cryptopolitan
Thu, Feb 20
Bitcoin Bulls Rejoice: Fed Minutes Confirm QT Is Ending
On Tuesday, February 19, the Federal Reserve released their meeting minutes, revealing that central bankers are considering an end—or at least a significant slowdown—to quantitative tightening (QT). The document states: “Several participants suggest halting or slowing balance sheet reduction pending...NewsBTC
Thu, Feb 20
Swiss-regulated Sygnum Bank weighs in on mainstream enthusiasm for crypto ETFs
Max Stuedlin, head of strategic digital asset solutions at Sygnum Bank challenged the mainstream enthusiasm around crypto exchange-traded funds. Stuedlin opined that ETFs carried along numerous negatives presented by traditional finance tools.Cryptopolitan
Thu, Feb 20
Bitwise Rallies Industry with $150K Donation for Bitcoin Development, Setting Up 3 Crypto Projects for Victory
Bitwise, one of the world’s fastest-growing crypto asset managers, has announced a $150K donation to Bitcoin development, in a rallying call for the whole industry. The donation will be distributed among three non-profit organizations: Brink, the Human Rights Foundation (HRF), and Open Sats. B...Bitcoinist
Thu, Feb 20
Crypto app downloads in the UAE surge by 41% in 2024
A recent research by AppsFlyer measuring installation and user trends for 49 of the most popular crypto apps found that the UAE saw a 41% year-on-year increase in crypto trading and management application installations. In 2024, the UAE saw 15 million crypto app downloads, with the most happening in the second half of the year. […]Cryptopolitan
Thu, Feb 20
AI and Blockchain Hype: How Mind of Pepe Presale Is Shaping the Future of Crypto
The world of cryptocurrency and AI has always been a bit like peanut butter and jelly—seemingly different but destined to go together. Now, blockchain and AI are entering a new era, ready to combine in ways that could reshape the tech landscape. Christian Thompson, managing director of the Sui Found...Bitcoinist
Thu, Feb 20
Bitcoin Ready For ‘Take Off’—Analyst Reveals Key Signals
Although traders are on edge due to the price behavior of Bitcoin, some analysts think a breakout is just around the corner. Related Reading: Think XRP Is ‘Crashing’? Analyst Says You Deserve A Slap! One of the vocal supporters of Bitcoin is “Titan of Crypto,” who suggests that Bitcoin&#...NewsBTC
Thu, Feb 20
Can Cardano Really Skyrocket to $27 in 2025? Why You Should Consider Its New Competitor Mutuum Finance
While some enthusiasts speculate that Cardano (ADA) could skyrocket to $27 in 2025, a more conservative analysis suggests that ADA is unlikely to reach this target. Currently trading at $0.75, Cardano would need to appreciate by over 3,500% to hit $27 which is impossible. The attainable peak might be a $10, representing a 10x increase […]Cryptopolitan
Thu, Feb 20
Democrats fresh strategy to halt Musk’s DOGE – invoke Taxpayer Data Protection Act `
US Democratic party members, more specifically House Representatives, are trying to block Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) operations, framing it as a reckless overreach that threatens privacy and national security. Liberals have now started a campaign to convince some GOP leaders to pin down DOGE through a bill meant to “protect taxpayers’ data.” […]Cryptopolitan
Thu, Feb 20
Brazil Approves First $XRP ETF; Good News for Solaxy’s Solana L2 Project?
It’s a major win for Ripple ($XRP) as Brazil’s securities regulator Comissão de Valores Mobiliários (CVM) approved the world’s first $XRP spot exchange-traded fund (ETF). The news is yet another big step in the company’s expansion, which already includes partnerships with central banks. The cr...NewsBTC
Thu, Feb 20
