The Top 5 Crypto Sectors Driving the Market in October 2024

October 3, 2024 Bitcoin.com

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As October 2024 kicked off, the crypto market has remained steady despite a widespread dip on Tuesday. Since January, there’s been an interesting uptick in specific crypto themes, with artificial intelligence (AI) tokens, bridge cryptocurrencies, and meme coins outshining sectors like exchange tokens and store of value coins. The following editorial explores the top five […]

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‘Thousands’ Flock to World Liberty Financial Whitelist Following Trump’s Announcement

October 3, 2024 Bitcoin.com

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After former President Donald Trump revealed World Liberty Financial’s (WLF) whitelist signup, WLF’s X account shared that “thousands of people have joined” since the announcement. However, the excitement has been dampened by an influx of fake WLFI token scams flooding X. WLF: ‘Whitelist Is Already a Massive Success’ The crypto community has been haphazardly tracking […]

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EIGEN Token Enters the Crypto Scene, Sees Early Gains and 12% Price Drop

October 1, 2024 Bitcoin.com

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On Monday, eigenlayer (EIGEN) made its debut on major exchanges, hitting a peak of $4.47 per token. However, by 1:30 p.m. EDT on Oct. 1, the price had dipped 12%, settling at $3.90 per coin. By 2 p.m. it was exchanging hands for $4.30 per unit. EIGEN Token Hits Crypto Market A new contender has […]

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Trump Opens KYC Whitelist for New World Liberty Financial Crypto Project

September 30, 2024 Bitcoin.com

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On Monday, former President Donald Trump announced that the whitelist for World Liberty Financial (WLF) is now open to eligible individuals. Addressing his 91 million followers on X, he called it their “chance to be part of this historic moment.” Trump’s Latest Crypto Venture World Liberty Financial Whitelist Goes Live The know-your-customer (KYC) process for […]

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CryptoQuant CEO calls for ‘smart regulation,’ community voices doubts

September 29, 2024 Coin Telegraph

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Ju’s push for “smart regulation” in Web3 aims to curb scams, build trust, and ensure responsible growth, sparking community debate.

Ki Young Ju, the CEO of CryptoQuant, has called for regulation as a key factor in the long-term development of Web3 and cryptocurrency.

In a Sept. 29 X post, Ju argued that crypto and Web3 could “thrive responsibly” with the regulatory framework necessary to mitigate scams and build trust.

Ju’s comments sparked debate among the crypto community. Some supported his views, while others expressed concerns about the implications of regulatory oversight.

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Ethereum Liquid Staking Hits 14M ETH Milestone, Adding 1.77M in 2024

September 29, 2024 Bitcoin.com

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According to recent data, more than 14 million ether (ETH) is now locked in liquid staking derivatives (LSD) protocols. Over the past 12 days, the amount of ETH deposited into these platforms nudged upward by 0.643%, bringing the total to 14.08 million ETH. Ethereum Liquid Staking Surges to 14M Ether, 90,000 Added in 12 Days […]

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WBTC Hits New High on Aave, Coinbase’s Wrapped Bitcoin Supply Soars

September 27, 2024 Bitcoin.com

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It’s been 48 days since Bitgo revealed its partnership with Bit Global on Aug. 9, 2024. Since that announcement, the supply of wrapped bitcoin (WBTC) held on Aave V3 has soared to a new peak. Meanwhile, cbBTC, the bitcoin derivative token from Coinbase, has hit a market cap of $247.8 million. Bitcoin Derivative Landscape Shifts […]

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Phantom Wallet Joins Dydx, Easing Access for 7 Million Users

September 26, 2024 Bitcoin.com

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Dydx has announced its integration of the Phantom Wallet, a leading Solana-based non-custodial wallet, into its decentralized finance (defi) platform. This integration aims to simplify access for over 7 million Phantom users, aligning with Dydx’s goal to broaden participation in decentralized trading. Phantom Wallet Is Now on Dydx, Enhancing User Access The new integration allows […]

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Experts Say P2E Games ‘Normalize’ Crypto in Emerging Markets

September 26, 2024 Bitcoin.com

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Play-to-earn blockchain games are driving crypto adoption in emerging markets, particularly in Southeast Asia, Latin America, and Africa. Experts attribute this growth to their accessibility, economic opportunities, and community-building benefits. One expert believes play-to-earn games can serve as a bridge to mass crypto adoption by leveraging the popularity of gaming and introducing users to the […]

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Lawmaker Introduces Defi Bill — Calls Decentralized Finance ‘Essential to Future of Markets’

September 26, 2024 Bitcoin.com

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Congressman Warren Davidson has introduced the Evaluating Defi Opportunities Act to foster data-driven regulations for decentralized finance (defi). He stressed the importance of safeguarding innovation and user privacy while addressing concerns over potential overregulation. This proposed study by key financial regulators seeks to balance defi’s growth with oversight, ensuring the sector’s competitive edge and resilience […]

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