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Polygon MATIC may be ‘brewing’ reversal amid sudden spike in onchain activity

On-chain activity for the Ethereum layer-2 network has picked up recently, but token prices remain at deep bear market levels.  http://dlvr.it/TCW1lM

OpenAI in talks to raise funds at over $100B valuation: Report

Private documents show OpenAI stockholders are planning to sell shares at a price that would value the firm at $103 billion. Any new investment would see the AI startup valued even higher. http://dlvr.it/TCVpbz

‘Overly optimistic’ Bitcoin traders washed out as BTC futures turn ‘neutral’

The Bitcoin futures premium plunged to its lowest levels in 10 months, but traders have refused to turn bearish. http://dlvr.it/TCVQ15

Bitcoiners are ‘all in’ on Trump since Bitcoin ’24, but it’s getting risky

Many Bitcoiners believe that Donald Trump will save the industry from the Democrats. But that could only happen if he wins. http://dlvr.it/TCV7Ym

Telegram CEO and brother’s arrest warrants were issued in March: Report

The news comes hours after a report revealed that Durov’s phone was hacked back in 2017, a year before he met with the French president. http://dlvr.it/TCTnsB

Recommend me a hot wallet

I've been actively involved in the cryptocurrency space for some time now, and like many others, I've prioritized security by storing my Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), and other digital assets on a Ledger device. However, despite the significant security advantages that cold wallets offer, they aren’t always the most convenient option, especially for someone who needs to access their funds regularly. Given my current needs, I'm now in search of a reliable hot wallet that I can use on my mobile device. Importantly, I'm looking for a dedicated mobile app, not a browser extension, as I prefer something that is optimized for mobile use. Given these specific needs, I'm reaching out to the community for recommendations. I'm particularly interested in hot wallets that have a strong reputation for security and ease of use. Ideally, the wallet should support BTC and ETH, along with other ERC-20 tokens, since I often deal with Ethereum-based assets. Integration w...

Critical bug identified and remedied in Circle’s Noble-CCTP

Blockchain security firm Asymmetric Research privately disclosed the vulnerability to Circle, which has since been addressed. http://dlvr.it/TCSVKk

TON Society issues open letter to France urging Pavel Durov’s release

French President Emmanuel Macron has been widely criticized by tech executives such as Elon Musk and Rumble CEO Chris Pavlovski. http://dlvr.it/TCS4sh

Elon Musk is worth 100K followers: Yat Siu, X Hall of Flame

His followers include William Shatner and Paris Hilton, but Animoca’s Yat Siu says Elon Musk would have a much greater impact: X Hall of Flame http://dlvr.it/TCRp3P

CoinDCX’s Okto wallet secures operational license in UAE free zone

Self-custodial wallet Okto received its license under RAK DAO, an economic free zone dedicated to virtual assets.  http://dlvr.it/TCRRsL

SEC charges siblings over $60M Ponzi touting a crypto trading bot

The SEC has accused the two brothers of using investor money to fund lavish lifestyles, including the purchase of cars and a multimillion-dollar condominium.  http://dlvr.it/TCQBDt

Base hits 1M daily active addresses as Basenames takes off

Coinbase layer-2 network Base has notched a record number of daily active addresses amid a surge in growth of the new “basenames” service.  http://dlvr.it/TCQB7b

Bitcoin’s weekend rally fizzles under $64K — Pro traders take neutral positions

Professional Bitcoin traders have yet to hop on the wagon after BTC’s weekend rally. Cointelegraph explains why. http://dlvr.it/TCPn54

Ethereum's 40-month slump vs. Bitcoin won't end in a dollar 'freefall' scenario

The positive correlation between the ETH/BTC pair and the US Dollar Index has strengthened ahead of the Federal Reserve’s September rate decision. http://dlvr.it/TCPVpL

Concerns grow over Binance executive’s health during detention in Nigeria

Tigran Gambaryan’s family raises alarms over his deteriorating health conditions, alleging medical negligence during his six-month detention in Nigeria. http://dlvr.it/TCP9W0

Memecoin Shiba Inu unveils plans to launch DAO

Shiba Inu’s marketing head has shared plans for a DAO that will allow SHIB holders to have a say in the future direction of the memecoin project.  http://dlvr.it/TCMxqc

Arbitrum Leads L2s in All-Time Uniswap Trading Volume

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Bitcoin bulls run risk of 'Bart Simpson' BTC price dip to $62K

Bitcoin holds its latest advances over the weekend, but there are plenty of arguments calling for a snap BTC price retracement. http://dlvr.it/TCMbWD

The singularity: How AI could become the final boss whale of crypto

World-renowned futurist Ray Kurtzweil says the singularity is coming sooner than expected. http://dlvr.it/TCMP2V

Hex Founder Richard Heart's Bid to Dismiss SEC Fraud Lawsuit Fails

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Hackers Behind DMM Crypto Exchange’s $305,000,000 Bitcoin Heist Move 850 BTC: Blockchain Security Firm - The Daily Hodl

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Antpool mines consecutive Bitcoin blocks, earns nearly $2 million amid Babylon staking surge

Antpool has recently mined two consecutive Bitcoin blocks, securing nearly $2 million in total revenue from both block subsidies and transaction fees, according to mempool.space. submitted by /u/hiorea [link] [comments] http://dlvr.it/TCKxvw

Vodafone's PairPoint trying to turn mobile device sim cards into crypto wallets

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Bitcoin Blasts to $64,853—Powell’s Rate Cut Hints Lift Entire Crypto Market

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Tether has 'redistributed' $108.8M USDT from illicit activity since 2014

The most recent seizure of $5 million USDT from pig-butchering scams marks a "significant victory" in the ongoing fight against cyber fraud, according to Tether. http://dlvr.it/TCJYQn

Solana TVL hits near 1-year high — Will SOL price follow?

The total value locked on Solana surged but is this enough to send SOL price to a new all-time high? http://dlvr.it/TCJNGC

Price analysis 8/23: BTC, ETH, BNB, SOL, XRP, DOGE, TON, ADA, AVAX, SHIB

Bitcoin’s rise above $63,000 has attracted buying in several altcoins, signaling that the sentiment is turning bullish. http://dlvr.it/TCJ8xL

Progmat, DMM partner to introduce stablecoin for Seamoon Protocol

The DMM conglomerate hopes the coins powering its anime-filled Web3 ecosystem will be used with and among its partners as well.  http://dlvr.it/TCHsxP

El Salvador’s Bitcoin holdings grow by 162 BTC with daily buys

With each new Bitcoin purchase, the country’s financial future becomes increasingly tied to the fortunes of an unpredictable crypto market. http://dlvr.it/TCHX50

Hong Kong Spot Bitcoin ETFs Saw Highest Inflows in a Month

Hong Kong's Spot Bitcoin ETFs saw their largest inflow in over a month, with the ChinaAMC Bitcoin ETF taking in 274 BTC worth $15M. The steady climb in assets shows growing Asian interest in regulated Bitcoin investment products. http://dlvr.it/TCG4Qw

MicroStrategy's Michael Saylor Forecasts Bitcoin's Rise to $350,000 by 2024

Michael Saylor predicts Bitcoin will reach $350,000 in 2024 due to increased institutional interest and Bitcoin’s limited supply. submitted by /u/hiorea [link] [comments] http://dlvr.it/TCFrYT

New Bitcoin Investors Going Through ‘Pain Cycle’ Amid Unrealized Losses: Glassnode

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FTX says creditors supported reorganization plan with 95% vote

FTX chief restructuring officer and CEO John Ray III said the plan promises 100% return plus interest for non-governmental creditors. http://dlvr.it/TCFBBj

Daily Crypto Discussion - August 22, 2024 (GMT+0)

Welcome to the Daily Crypto Discussion thread. Please read the disclaimer and rules before participating. ---   Disclaimer: Consider all information posted here with several liberal heaps of salt, and always cross check any information you may read on this thread with known sources. Any trade information posted in this open thread may be highly misleading, and could be an attempt to manipulate new readers by known "pump and dump (PnD) groups" for their own profit. BEWARE of such practices and exercise utmost caution before acting on any trade tip mentioned here. Please be careful about what information you share and the actions you take. Do not share the amounts of your portfolios (why not just share percentage?). Do not share your private keys or wallet seed. Use strong, non-SMS 2FA if possible. Beware of scammers and be smart. Do not invest more than you can afford to lose, and do not fall for pyramid schemes, promises of unrealistic returns (get-rich-quick s...

Cryptocurrency 'pig butchering' scam wrecks Kansas bank, sends ex-CEO to prison for 24 years

submitted by /u/RealVoldemort [link] [comments] http://dlvr.it/TCCgxD

Price analysis 8/21: BTC, ETH, BNB, SOL, XRP, DOGE, TON, ADA, AVAX, SHIB

The spot Bitcoin ETFs have continued to attract inflows, suggesting that the long-term bullish view remains intact. http://dlvr.it/TCCRyD

Candidate and AI bot come in 4th in Cheyenne’s mayoral primary

The VIC bot and its “meat avatar,” Victor Miller, got 327 votes in Cheyenne, losing a primary election to incumbent Mayor Patrick Collins and two others. http://dlvr.it/TCC8bw

Crypto phishing attack drains $55M from whale’s wallet

Blockchain security experts warn against signing unknown transactions and highlight the growing threat of phishing scams in crypto. http://dlvr.it/TCBncq

Private transactions now dominate Ethereum order flow — report

Private orders consume more than 50% of gas used on Ethereum, according to Blocknative. http://dlvr.it/TC8mmQ

Donald Trump floats making Elon Musk a Cabinet member

After a public endorsement from the Tesla CEO and an X Spaces discussion, Donald Trump said he would consider placing Elon Musk in a Cabinet position in 2025. http://dlvr.it/TC8mY9

Bitcoin whales now add just 1% to their BTC holdings per month

Bitcoin large-volume investors have slowed their BTC accumulation to a crawl versus the run-up to all-time highs earlier this year. http://dlvr.it/TC8mMH

Beat crypto airdrop bots, Illuvium’s new features coming, PGA Tour Rise: Web3 Gamer

Illuvium founder asks: Where are all the new Web3 Games? NFT allowlist to eliminate gaming bots, official PGA golf tour game. Web3 Gamer. http://dlvr.it/TC8m73

Adobe rival Procreate bets against gen AI to support human creativity

In stark contrast to mainstream competitors, Procreate has said it would not use generative AI features in its products to protect artists. http://dlvr.it/TC8Pn7

Tokenized RWAs are ’a $30-trillion opportunity’ — Polygon exec

High-net-worth individuals and private equity funds will drive adoption, said Colin Butler. http://dlvr.it/TC6Ppp

Crypto voters could cost Harris the US election, warns SkyBridge founder

According to Anthony Scaramucci, crypto voters could swing the elections in favor of pro-crypto candidate Donald Trump. http://dlvr.it/TC6Pc1

Bitwise enters European market with acquisition of ETC Group

The acquisition adds nine European-listed crypto ETPs to Bitwise’s portfolio and raises its assets under management to over $4.5 billion. http://dlvr.it/TC6PKh

11 critical moments in Ethereum’s history that made it the No.2 blockchain

From Vitalik’s dad telling him about Bitcoin, through to the upcoming Pectra upgrade, these are the key moments in Ethereum’s life. http://dlvr.it/TC6P4F

UAE’s RAKBANK teams up with Bitpanda on digital asset platform for residents

The new digital asset management platform still requires the approval of the Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates.  http://dlvr.it/TC62ZV