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The Turkish cryptocurrency sector ushered in 2025 with a significant milestone. WhiteBIT TR cryptocurrency exchange has announced a strategic partnership with Turkey’s first neobank, Misyon Bank. This collaboration will enable Misyon Bank to connect with individual investors across Europe through WhiteBIT TR, marking its third major initiative of the latter in the digital assets space, following two global partnerships. As per the agreement between MisyonTech, the financial technology and digital asset subsidiary of Misyon Bank, and WhiteBIT TR, the latter will provide liquidity for major cryptocurrencies, including BTC, ETH, USDC, USDT, and AVAX, on Turkey’s first bank-secured crypto asset platform, which also Features advanced tokenization capabilities. At the signing ceremony, Emre Yetişkin, Chairman of the Board of WhiteBIT TR, emphasized that Misyon Bank, listed in the Capital Markets Board’s Crypto Asset Service Providers List, is the first institut...

Bitcoin (BTC) is again struggling close to the $100,000 price level, while analysts expect a crypto altseason to start. An altseason, also known as altcoin season, is a market phenomenon marked by other cryptocurrencies significantly outperforming the leader BTC. The Bitcoin dominance (BTC.D), measured by Bitcoin’s share of the cryptocurrency market capitalization, is a canary for an altseason. Looking at this leading metric, some crypto analysts like Mikybull believe a “Bitcoin dominance massive decline is around the corner.” Indeed, the analyst believes that the BTC.D chart formation with three-day candlesticks signals a clear top, forecasting a decline. This could be “huge for an altseason,” in Mikybull’ s words – an opinion also shared by other traders and analysts. Picks for you Trump 'receptive' to idea of reserve with cryp...

Stellar Lumens (XLM) is showing strong potential for a bullish move as it transitions out of a prolonged accumulation phase. Despite challenges in establishing a definitive buying zone, technical indicators suggest the cryptocurrency is nearing the end of its correction phase, with momentum shifting in favor of the bulls. Technical analysis points to bullish potential In a recent Analysis , crypto analyst RLinda highlighted that the XLM/USDT pair has been gradually breaking intermediate resistance levels while consistently updating highs.  Picks for you Ripple v. SEC case update: January 16, 2025 59 mins ago Freename and Etherlink team up to launch ‘.etherlink’ domain for Web3 identity management 2 hours a...

Bitcoin (BTC) entered a bull run in early November of 2024 — culminating in an all-time high (ATH) price of approximately $106,070 on December 17. A correction ensued soon after — BTC prices receded to $92,630 before briefly breaching the $100,000 mark again on January 7, 2025 — although the surge didn’t last. What followed was another drop below $93,000 — however, over the last 24 hours, the price of the leading cryptocurrency has gone up by 2.74%. At press time, a single Bitcoin was changing hands at $99,450. BTC price 24-hour chart. Source: Finbold The release of the U.S. Labor Department’s Consumer Price Index (CPI) data for December was the primary driver behind the surge. Although the CPI’s annual rate came in at the expected 2.9%, core inflation, which came in at 3.2%, was less severe than anticipated. Picks for you Is U.S healt...

Mind of Pepe ($MIND) closed on $1 million raised in less than 24 hours since its presale launched as investors piled into the new AI agent crypto. MIND is a groundbreaking fusion of blockchain technology, artificial intelligence, and meme culture. The project has seemingly come out of nowhere to attract whale-sized investments, but what is this new meme coin emerging as Web3’s first-ever meme-inspired AI agent?  Powered by cutting-edge AI models and blockchain integration, MIND of Pepe redefines innovation in crypto by fusing the most popular crypto sector with the fastest-growing emerging narrative. Ahead of schedule, there is now less than $50,000 to raise before the presale price ticks higher, from $0.0031134 to $0.0031259, so there’s no time to lose to grab the lowest available price. $MIND Is A Self-Improving AI Agent MIND of Pepe is a self-improving AI agent designed to deliver unparalleled value to $MIND token holder...

The UK government is planning to ban public sector bodies, including schools and the NHS, from paying crypto ransomware payments to cyber criminals. That’s according to a consultation launched today by the Home Office. The idea behind the move is to make these institutions unattractive targets for hackers.  In addition, private companies such as utilities providers, and victims of ransomware attacks would be required to report every ransomware incident according to the new consultation. Hackers want $380K in bitcoin for Royal Family’s stolen medical records Read more: Up to 10% of Southern Water customer data stolen by bitcoin ransom group In 2021, Britain’s former cybersecurity chief said that businesses paying ransomware attackers, often in cryptocurrency, are inadvertently funding organized crime and that the situation is “ close to getting out of control .” According to today’s announcement, 13 ransomware incidents, part of the 430 cyber incidents that to...

Have you ever wondered which cryptocurrencies are capturing the spotlight and reshaping the market? Today, three standout projects are generating buzz: Orbit, Universal Basic Compute, and IdeaX. Each brings unique innovations, bold visions, and the potential to transform industries. Whether you’re a seasoned investor or just curious about what’s next in crypto, these coins demand your attention. Top Trending Cryptos on Solana Chain Today Orbit is revolutionizing the tokenized economy by providing a seamless way to connect users with cutting-edge blockchain solutions. UBC is more than just a token; it’s a mission to democratize access to computational resources in the age of AI. IdeaX takes a fresh approach to funding and collaboration for innovators. Whether it’s scalability, AI equity, or decentralized innovation, these top trending cryptos on Solana Chain today are set to define the next wave of crypto growth. 1. Orbit (GRIFT) Orbit is an innovative crypto...

Ethereum enthusiasts and hosts of the Bankless podcast, David Hoffman and Ryan Sean Adams, faced heavy criticism over the weekend following accusations of dumping AICC, the token of Solana-based AI Investment and Development DAO, Aiccelerate. Both Hoffman and Adams, as well as the brand’s VC arm, had received unlocked token allocations in exchange for small seed investments. At its peak, AICC was trading at around $0.30, making the 9 million tokens allocated to each worth over $2.5 million, in theory. The controversial sales came from Bankless Ventures’ 3.64 million allocation on the day of the token launch. Multiple clips of 45,000 AICC were dumped for roughly $10,000 apiece , at an average price of around $0.22. AICC is currently trading at $0.07, according to data from CoinMarketCap. Many rumors circling around CT are a warped version of reality. Some additional commentary from inside the Bankless community discord: pic.twitter.com/S3KGcrSZ1x — DavidHoffma...

Bitcoin (BTC) started January 2025 with a bullish outlook, which was later reversed into a bearish formation, bringing market uncertainty. Finbold then looked into Bitcoin historical returns and price patterns to forecast a potential target for January 31. Previously, BTC closed December and November 2024 with 2.85% losses and 37.29% gains, respectively, following the expected results. In November, we published the BTC price prediction targeting a monthly close between $75,275 and $100,334, while the leading cryptocurrency was trading at $69,495. Bitcoin closed November 30 at $96,451, validating the method. Picks for you If you put $1,000 in Donald Trump's crypto portfolio at the start of 2024, here's your return now 17 hours ago ...

The number of countries that are applying to join the BRICS alliance is intensifying in 2025. Developing nations are drawn towards the bloc as it provides alternative payment options for trade settlements other than the US dollar. Emerging economies could gain a chance to use their local currencies for cross-border transactions and strengthen their overall GDP. In addition, they aim to end dependency on the US dollar to make their local currency find weight in the forex markets. Also Read: BRICS: US Dollar Remains in High Demand, De-Dollarization Failing Read here to know how many sectors in the US will be affected if BRICS ditches the dollar in 2025. Developing countries could gain an upper hand in the global economy and make their local currencies stronger. The move could add pressure on the prospects of the US dollar making it lose out in the global supply and demand mechanism. Also Read: BRICS: India Likely Dumping the U.S. Dollar BRICS: Around 23 Countries Express Interest to Join...

What’s driving the buzz in the crypto world right now? Meet the most trending cryptocurrencies making waves on the Ethereum Chain: ZKCrypt AI, Vector Smart Gas, and Grok 3.0. These innovative projects redefine how we view scalability, fees, and real-world use cases in blockchain technology. Most Trending Cryptocurrencies on Ethereum Chain Are you wondering what makes these tokens stand out in a sea of thousands? From revolutionary AI-driven ecosystems to groundbreaking solutions for gas fees, they’re solving real problems and creating new opportunities for investors and developers alike; the most trending cryptocurrencies on Ethereum Chain aren’t just hype. Let’s dive into what makes them the talk of the town. 1. ZKCrypt AI (ZKAI) ZKCrypt AI addresses critical privacy concerns in AI applications by integrating decentralized machine learning with zero-knowledge proofs (ZKPs). Its AI Firewall integration acts as a protective layer for AI applications, preventi...