Bitcoin News
Bitcoin to Remain Resilient to Fed’s Impending Taper: Analysts
Analysts say regulatory uncertainty, not tapering, could present downside risk to bitcoin.
BitMEX Awards Grants to Two More Bitcoin Developers
The crypto exchange is now supporting six open-source developers in total.
Twitter to Add Bitcoin Lightning Tips, NFT Authentication
Tipping, including with bitcoin, will be live on iOS immediately.
Dfinity Foundation’s Internet Computer Blockchain Brings Smart-Contract Capabilities to Bitcoin Network
Blockchain company Dfinity’s Internet Computer Protocol (ICP) is integrating with bitcoin to enable smart contracts on BTC. Following a community vote to upgrade the network, it will allow developers to let their creativity run wild in developing all manner of Web 3.0 services, already seen on Ethereum from DeFi to NFTs.
Miami Mayor Francis Suarez Explains City-Based Cryptocurrency MiamiCoin
MiamiCoin (MIA), listed exclusively on crypto exchange OkCoin, is the first CityCoin. It's a way to support the crypto-friendly city of Miami by holding its coin and potentially helping raise funds. CityCoins are built on Stacks, an open-source network of decentralized apps and smart contracts for the Bitcoin blockchain. Pro-innovation Miami Mayor Francis Suarez discusses the details, how it claims to offer up to 430% APY, and what it means for the Magic City.
Cambrian Says Its New Bitcoin, Ethereum Trusts Will Cut Through Volatility
The California-based asset manager said the new trusts will reduce volatility through its active management strategy.
Bitcoin Eyes $3B September Options Expiry After a Drop to $40K
The majority of options are set to expire without value.
Bitcoin Eyes $3B September Options Expiry After Dropping to $40K
Major crypto options exchanges, including industry leader Deribit, will settle over $3 billion worth of bitcoin options contracts Friday. Analysts don't expect the monthly expiration to have a notable impact on bitcoin, which is under pressure this week due to macro risks and regulatory concerns. "All About Bitcoin" host Christine Lee breaks down the Chart of the Day.
Market Wrap: Cryptocurrencies Bounce Back, Traders Expect More Volatility
Bitcoin rebounds to above $42,000.
Valkyrie Investments CIO on BTC, Evergrande, Fed Tapering
Steven McClurg, CIO of alternative asset management firm Valkyrie Investments, discusses his analysis of bitcoin's price swings this week as it faces resistance at the $40,000 level, citing the rising Evergrande crisis in China. Plus, his take on crypto regulation, Fed tapering, Valkyrie's bitcoin futures ETFs, and more.
