5th Largest Bank in Turkey to Launch Crypto Trading Service

January 4, 2025 Bitcoin.com

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Garanti BBVA Kripto will allow Garanti BBVA customers to buy and sell cryptocurrencies legally in Turkey. European Banks Expanding Services to Include Crypto Turkey’s fifth largest bank, Garanti BBVA is set to launch its crypto trading services for retail users via its crypto custody platform, Garanti BBVA Kripto. Owned by Spanish banking giant, Banco Bilbao […]

$19 trillion in transactions settled on the Bitcoin network in 2024

Record Figures for Crypto Airdrops With Almost $15 Billion Distributed in 2024

January 4, 2025 Bitcoin.com

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Airdrops are transforming blockchain engagement with almost $15 billion given to crypto users in 2024. Massive Surge in Rewards via Airdrops Airdrops have become highly valuable tools for marketing new crypto projects. According to an onchain analysis by Dropstab, a crypto aggregator, $14.91 billion was disbursed by various projects in 2024 to crypto users via […]

$19 trillion in transactions settled on the Bitcoin network in 2024

Report: Wall Street Giant Morgan Stanley Eyes Crypto Services Through E-Trade

January 2, 2025 Bitcoin.com

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As reported by The Information, E-Trade, the online trading arm of Morgan Stanley—an asset management titan handling $1.2 trillion—is contemplating a leap into cryptocurrency services. The buzz surrounding more lenient crypto regulations during the Trump administration may have sparked E-Trade’s interest in this potential venture. Morgan Stanley’s E-Trade Reportedly Poised to Dive Into the Crypto […]

$19 trillion in transactions settled on the Bitcoin network in 2024

Meme Coins, L1s, and Stablecoins—Coin Metrics Breaks Down 2024’s Crypto Revolution

January 1, 2025 Bitcoin.com

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The year 2024 marked a pivotal chapter in the cryptocurrency market, characterized by unprecedented developments, record-breaking milestones, and evolving trends, as reported by Coin Metrics’ “State of the Network” analysis by Tanay Ved. Inside 2024’s Crypto Transformation The cryptocurrency industry experienced substantial growth in 2024, spurred by the launch of spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) […]

$19 trillion in transactions settled on the Bitcoin network in 2024

Crypto Conundrum: Aussie Treasurer Chalmers Pushes for Balance Between Regulation and Innovation

January 1, 2025 Bitcoin.com

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Australian Treasurer Jim Chalmers believes cryptocurrency can modernize the country’s financial system. RBA Governor Skeptical of Bitcoin Australian Treasurer Jim Chalmers says cryptocurrency can help modernize the country’s financial system and should not be hindered by excessive regulation. While acknowledging legitimate concerns about crypto’s use by criminals, Chalmers noted that Donald Trump’s re-election has prompted […]

$19 trillion in transactions settled on the Bitcoin network in 2024

Crypto Chronicles: 5 Transformative Events That Shaped the Industry in 2024

January 1, 2025 Bitcoin.com

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2024 was nothing short of a rollercoaster for crypto aficionados, featuring key milestones that shook the industry. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) greenlit both spot bitcoin and ethereum exchange-traded funds (ETFs), Bitcoin experienced its fourth halving event, and the digital asset smashed through the $100,000 threshold. Buckle up as we revisit the year’s […]

$19 trillion in transactions settled on the Bitcoin network in 2024

2024 in Review: VIRTUAL Top Gainer After 23,000% Surge; Memecoins Dominate

December 31, 2024 Bitcoin.com

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The cryptocurrency market experienced a surge in 2024, with VIRTUAL, the native token of Virtuals Protocol, leading the charge with a staggering 23,000% plus increase in value. Memecoins and AI Popular Narratives in 2024 VIRTUAL, the native token of the decentralized platform Virtuals Protocol, was the top-performing large-capitalization digital asset in 2024, surging more than […]

$19 trillion in transactions settled on the Bitcoin network in 2024

Crypto Market Cap Surpassed Global Inflation-Linked Bond Market in Q4: Grayscale Report

December 31, 2024 Bitcoin.com

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The Q4 2024 crypto valuation surge saw the digital asset market cap surpass that of the global inflation-linked bond market. Crypto Market Cap Dwarfs U.S. High-Yield Bond Market The crypto market capitalization surged from $1 trillion to over $3 trillion in the last quarter of 2024, surpassing that of the global inflation-linked bond market, according […]

$19 trillion in transactions settled on the Bitcoin network in 2024

How XRP Soared 236% in 2024 to Become the 4th Largest Crypto by Market Cap

December 31, 2024 Bitcoin.com

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The digital asset XRP wrapped up 2024 on a high note, climbing above $2 for the first time in years after spending much of the year under $0.72 per coin. Since early Jan., XRP has jumped by more than 236% against the greenback. From $0.63 to $2.12: XRP’s Wild Ride Through 2024’s Crypto Economy Boom […]

$19 trillion in transactions settled on the Bitcoin network in 2024

2024 Fiat-Pegged Economy Swells—Stablecoins Reach $200B, Tether’s Market Soars 50%, New Players Emerge

December 31, 2024 Bitcoin.com

2024 Fiat-Pegged Economy Swells—Stablecoins Reach 0B, Tether’s Market Soars 50%, New Players Emerge

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With bitcoin (BTC) cruising past the $100,000 mark and the crypto economy swelling dramatically in value this year, multiple sectors saw significant expansion. Stablecoins, a major player in the digital asset realm, now exceed $200 billion in total valuation, reflecting a $73 billion increase in this subset of fiat-pegged cryptocurrencies. Stablecoins Flourish While Rankings Shift […]

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