Crypto

In a considerable move, the U.S. government recently transferred 3,940 Bitcoin, worth approximately $241 million, to Coinbase. This transaction, tracked by Arkham Research, has sparked discussions regarding government-held cryptocurrencies and their management. Update: US Government Sends $240M...

Anthony Scaramucci, CEO of SkyBridge Capital and upcoming Future of Digital Assets speaker, forecasts a substantial rise in the value of Bitcoin and Ethereum, contingent on President Joe Biden winning a second term. He suggests that favorable policy conditions could drive these cryptocurrencies to...

Congressman Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.) introduced a bill that aims to allow Americans to pay their federal income taxes using Bitcoin. This legislation seeks to amend the Internal Revenue Code, signaling a potential shift towards integrating cryptocurrency into mainstream financial systems. The bill...

Bloomberg analyst Eric Balchunas expects a potential launch date of July 2 for the spot Ether exchange-traded fund (ETF). The forecast follows updates from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). This prediction comes after the SEC staff provided feedback to issuers, asking for adjustments...

In a bid to project a friendlier attitude towards a growing demographic, President Joe Biden is reportedly looking to accept political donations in cryptocurrencies. What Happened: Ahead of the all-important presidential election, President Biden’s campaign is considering accepting...

“Shark Tank” judge Kevin O’Leary, renowned for his candid opinions, has recently voiced strong views on the necessity of regulatory compliance for both Chinese companies and cryptocurrencies. His remarks reveal a consistent push for market integrity and the vital role of...

Keith Gill, popularly known as ‘Roaring Kitty,’ re-emerged on social media on Sunday evening, sparking an influential movement in the cryptocurrency market. His post notably affected the Solana-based meme coin GME, dedicated to the 2021 GameStop short squeeze, causing its value to more...

Pepe (CRYPTO: PEPE) has soared to a $7 billion market capitalization, adding $4 billion in May alone. Pepe has become the third meme coin, following Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE) and Shiba Inu (SHIB/USD), to reach this significant milestone. The frog-themed token outperformed its rivals and outshone the...

One of the most anticipated speakers at Benzinga’s 2024 Future of Digital Assets event is Kim Currier, head of marketing and partnerships at the Decentraland Foundation. Through her leadership at Decentraland, a pioneering platform in the Metaverse, Currier has made momentous contributions...

Aaron Kaplan, the co-CEO and co-founder of Prometheum, will be one of the speakers at Benzinga’s 2024 Future of Digital Assets event this November in New York City. As a seasoned securities attorney and a leader in crypto compliance, Kaplan has steered his company through the complexities of...

The digital asset community will assemble in New York City on Nov. 19 for Benzinga’s highly anticipated annual event, Future of Digital Assets. This year, Alex Salnikov, co-founder and chief strategy officer of Rarible, will deliver a keynote on the evolving NFT marketplace and digital asset...

On Nov. 19, 2024, the financial and digital asset communities will converge at Convene in New York City for Benzinga's Future of Digital Assets event. The conference aims to offer a comprehensive overview of the digital assets field, providing attendees with a platform for networking and knowledge...

One of the standout speakers at this year’s Future of Digital Assets event is Justin Sun, TRON’s founder and HTX advisor. Sun is recognized for his entrepreneurial ventures and his previous diplomatic role as the Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Grenada to the WTO. His...

Convene at 225 Liberty Street will be buzzing on Nov. 19 with innovators and industry leaders for the Benzinga Future of Digital Assets event. This one-day conference, known for drawing big players in the digital asset realm, offers unparalleled networking opportunities and a platform to discuss...

SkyBridge Capital founder Anthony Scaramucci will lead a discussion at Benzinga’s upcoming Crypto Revolution: Web3 and the Future of Finance on Tuesday, April 30. This online event, slated to begin at noon EST, will explore the evolving role of cryptocurrencies and Web3 technologies in...