Crypto News

First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Trades Flat While Other Major Cryptos Nurse Losses

The latest price moves in bitcoin (BTC) and crypto markets in context for Oct. 3, 2024. First Mover is CoinDesk’s daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets.Source link

Bitcoin Holder Metaplanet Sells BTC Options to Boost Its $32M BTC Stash

The company strengthens its bitcoin position with a strategic options sale, generating nearly 24 BTC ($1.4M) in premium.Source link

Australia’s Police Confiscates Crypto Worth $6.4M in Crackdown on ‘Ghost’ Messaging App

Australia's police has confiscated $6.4 million in cryptocurrency as part of a global crackdown on Ghost, an encrypted communications network, authorities allege was “built solely for the criminal underworld,” a statement said.Source link

Over $750 Million Stolen in Crypto Last Quarter Despite Drop in Hacks: CertiK

Phishing and private key compromises dominated Q3, with Ethereum as the top target, according to cyber security firm CertiK.Source link

XRP’s ‘Bearish Skew’ Persists Amid 10% Price Slide Following SEC Appeal and ETF Filing

Just as optimism was about to surge, clouds rolled in, pushing prices lower.Source link