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Michael Wrubel reviews Green Bitcoin, suggesting that its small-cap tokenomics and potential utility may offer higher potential returns compared to Bitcoin in the next bull run. Bitcoin, the leading cryptocurrency, has surged past $60,000 after dropping from its peak of $68,000 in 2021, sparking discussions about its future. However, the potential returns from Bitcoin reaching $500,000 in the next bull run might not be remarkable, offering only 10x gains for current investors. In contrast, Green Bitcoin, with its small-cap tokenomics and eco-friendly approach, has the potential to soar by 100x. This project aims to transform digital currency by addressing energy consumption and environmental concerns. By operating on Ethereum’s infrastructure and using a proof-of-stake mechanism, Green Bitcoin significantly reduces energy usage and appeals to socially and environmentally conscious investors. Green Bitcoin presale raises over $1 million – Best Bitcoin alternative? Green...

The Ethereum price is up 5% in the last 24 hours to trade for $3,490 as of 3:30 a.m. EST time. Trading volume is also up almost 120% pointing to increased interest in the ETH token. This comes on the back of a budding bull market, with the Bitcoin price also on a tear after nicking the $64,000 milestone on Wednesday. The Ethereum price has followed BTC in the explosion, breaking above the upper boundary of the ascending parallel channel. Interestingly, while BTC retracted, the Ethereum price is still northbound and is now at par with BTC at 5% gains on the day. Similar to Bitcoin just a few weeks ago, #ETH is now testing the last major resistance zone before all time highs: pic.twitter.com/TDiipEUx8n — Matthew Hyland (@MatthewHyland_) February 29, 2024 Ethereum Price Outlook As ETH Holds Above $3,400 The Ethereum price is trading with a bullish bias, with the potential for more gains. This is seen with the northbound trajectory of the Relative Strength Index (RSI), pointin...

As Bitcoin eyes the monumental $60,000 mark, the cryptocurrency market is bracing for a bull run. This resurgence is attributed to significant investments by entities like MicroStrategy and a growing interest in Bitcoin ETFs. This is coupled with anticipation around the asset’s upcoming halving event. With the global cryptocurrency market cap reaching $2.22 trillion, a 3.75% increase in a single day, investors and enthusiasts are keenly watching the market for opportunities. Ethereum (ETH) Ethereum, holding a strong second position with a market cap of $401 billion, continues to be a significant player. Its recent 15% increase over the week showcases its resilience and potential for growth. ETH is the backbone of numerous DeFi and NFT projects. Ethereum’s upcoming upgrades and awaited ETH ETFs could further solidify its position and offer substantial returns for investors. Also read: Ethereum Breaches $3,200; Can ETH Hit $4,000 Next? Shiba Inu (SHIB) Shiba ...

Bybit, one of the three largest cryptocurrency exchanges by trading volume, has forged a strategic alliance with TradingView, a leading charting platform and social network, according to the latest information shared with Finbold on February 28. The collaboration promises to transform crypto trading strategies and offer trade rs on the platform unparalleled Analysis and trade execution tools. What does the integration mean for Bybit? Bybit’s integration with TradingView eliminates the cumbersome process of switching between platforms, giving Bybit users access to a comprehensive range of spot and futures symbols directly through their TradingView charts, including both established cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) and new tokens such as SEI and CYBER. Picked for you Ripple to unlock 1 billion XRP on March 1; What’s next? 19 mins ago TRON network skyrockets to 100 million addresses, dwarfing Cardano and Avalanche 58 mins ago The anatomy...

As the cryptocurrency community still awaits the judge’s final word in the protracted legal standoff between blockchain company Ripple and the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the regulator has asked for an extension of several deadlines in the case. Specifically, the SEC has requested a change to the remedies briefing deadlines, including the agency’s opening brief deadline to March 22, 2024, Ripple’s deadline for its opposition brief to April 22, 2024, and the SEC’s deadline to file its reply brief to May 6, 2024. Should Judge Analisa Torres approve all of the suggested modifications to the pending deadlines, it would imply one-week to ten-day extensions for completing the briefs, as per the court documents shared by James K. Filan, a defense attorney and former federal prosecutor, in an X post on February 27. Picked for you How rich is the world's most successful podcaster – Joe Rogan's net worth revealed 27 mins ago How to mine D...

The Stacks price rose 25% in the past 24 hours to trade at $3.1180 as of 05:10 a.m. EST on trading volume that surged 475% to $612 million. This comes as the interest in Layer 2 Bitcoin grows, connected to their focus on Bitcoin ordinals. Stacks functions as a Layer 2 network for Bitcoin, offering Features such as custom cryptocurrency issuance, liquid staking protocol, and a decentralized exchange. Stacks (STX) price outperforms the market as interest in layer-2 Bitcoin grows STX, the native token of the Stacks layer 1 smart contract platform focused on Bitcoin, has emerged as a top performer in the crypto market with a remarkable 400% rally since October 2023. This surge… — Eliza Matthews (@ElizaMatth8803) February 26, 2024 Consequently, the upcoming Nakamoto Release upgrade, expected to occur before the Bitcoin halving in April, is already sparking an increase in user interest. The user interest may have a positive effect on the STX price.  Stacks Price B...

The last two days have seen BTC surge massively, surpassing the $57,000 mark to bring Bitcoin to its highest level since November of 2021. In the last 24 hours alone, the asset has rallied almost 12% according to CoinMarketCap. Yet, just what is behind the massive resurgence to start the last week of February? Altogether, the asset has been propelled by the continued positive performance of Spot Bitcoin ETFs. Approved earlier this year, the investment vehicles have already surpassed 3.24 billion in trading volume, led by BlackRock’s $1.1 billion. JUST IN: $57,000 #Bitcoin — Watcher.Guru (@WatcherGuru) February 27, 2024 Also Read: Cryptocurrency: 3 Coins To Watch Under $1 as Bitcoin Hits $56,000 Bitcoin: Why is BTC Up Today? In the final months of 2023, the digital asset market was infused with renewed optimism. Indeed, many had expected Bitcoin to receive a massive push from the impending approval of 11 Spot Bitcoin ETFs. Although those approvals weren’...

Bitcoin breaks $57,000 as BlackRock’s IBIT hits record with $1.3 billion BTC could reach or break past its all-time high before the halving Bitcoin’s pre-halving rally has seen the bellwether crypto reach $57,000, pushing to within just 20% of its all -time high of $69,000 in 2021. After break ing past the $54,000 level, Bitcoin price extended its gains to above $57k late Monday. On Coinbase, BTC rose to $57,250, with total short liquidations reach ing $271 million. Bitcoin accounted for $189 million of the liquidated shorts. Ethereum’s surge to highs of $3,280 also saw over $67.8 million shorts liquidated. However, altcoins were largely spectators to Bitcoin’s bullish show. Market intelligence platform Santiment shared this on X Tuesday morning. “#Bitcoin has now scratched its way to a market value as high as $57,250, reaching within 19.9% of the $68.6K high established 27 months ago. Now at a pivotal moment, traders...

While the ongoing volatile crypto market has decimated portfolios across the board, early backers of meme coin Shiba Inu are still counting their blessings despite the brutal decline. Investors who took a chance on the fledgling token in its first year have managed to hold onto millionaire status even as SHIB currently trades 89% below its peak. Shiba Inu: An Investment of $1000 in SHIB Turns Into $9.2 Million  According to data from Changelly, an investment of $1,000 made in Shiba Inu cryptocurrency in August 2020, near its launch, would now be worth $9.22 million as of February 2024. This represents a return on investment of 922,047.72% over the span of three and a half years. The considerable gains increased the profile of SHIB during 2021 as some early backers of the previously little known cryptocurrency experienced substantial returns. Outcomes of this magnitude are infrequent from single crypto assets over such a short timeframe. Source...

Despite rumors that Andrew Tate might be planning to launch his own cryptocurrency, the social media personality and former professional kickboxer has decided to set the record straight on it and share what he truly thinks of the crypto community – and it’s not positive. Specifically, Tate firmly rejected the notion of launching his own crypto asset, slamming the crypto community on social media platform X (formerly Twitter) as “the biggest degenerate losers on the planet” as he sat down with Rob Moore for an episode of the Disruptors Podcast streamed on February 23. Messing with crypto crowd As he explained in the part of the interview that he also shared on his X profile Cobratate on February 25, he simply likes to play games with the crypto community, considering he has an extremely low opinion of its participants, whom he sees as inferior: Picked for you XRP poised for 20% rally amid emerging strong buy signal 1 hour ago DOGE price action mirrors past bu...

The COTI price has surged 45% in the last 24 hours to trade at $0.1862 as of 8.07 p.m. EST on trading volume that skyrocketed 231% to $343 million. The surge in the COTI price mirrors the significant growth in DeFi platforms like Uniswap, Compound, Sushiswap, and Aave, which also saw substantial price increases fueled by the increasing enthusiasm for DeFi during the ongoing AI craze. Other tokens, such as 1Inch Network, Raydium, and Compound, have surged by 20%, 19%, and 15%, respectively. COTI Price Breaks Upwards In An Unprecedented Bull Rally COTIUSDT Analysis By Tradingview The COTI price indicates a sharp upward rally, breaking from the prolonged consolidation channel as the bulls found anchor support at $0.05507 to fly the price to a $0.2405 high. However, sellers were quick to profit, causing a correction that saw the COTI prices decline shortly. But bulls have shown resilience, overriding the correction and reclaiming control, rallying back in a sustained bullish tren...

FTX sought to claw back $323 million from founders of FTX Europe, a crypto platform the bankrupt exchange acquired in 2021. According to court documents, FTX argued the exchange had overpaid for the startup. The settlement means FTX Europe founders will now buy back their company for $32.7 million. FTX, the bankrupt crypto exchange that shocked the crypto world when it imploded in 2022, has agreed to sell its European subsidiary to the original owners. After dropping a case that sought to claw back money used to buy the Europe-based crypto startup, FTX agreed to sell it back to its founders for $32.7 million . The settlement is well below the $323 million FTX spent on the deal in 2021. FTX sells assets of FTX Europe back to founders According to documents filed in the bankruptcy court in Wilmington, Delaware on Thursday, FTX has settled with founders of FTX Europe. F ormerly Zurich Digital Assets DA AG before a rebranding, FTX Europe was the crypto ex...

Mark Yusko believes investors will convert more money from fiat to Bitcoin in 2024 than in the previous 15 years. Yusko expects an influx of $300 billion into Bitcoin this year. According to Yusko, human activities will sustain the cyclic nature of the Bitcoin market. The managing director of Morgan Creek Capital Management, Mark Yusko, believes investors will convert more money from fiat to Bitcoin in 2024 than the previous 15 years of Bitcoin’s existence. Mark made the statement during an interview with Austin Arnold on the latter’s crypto YouTube channel, Altcoin Daily. In a recently uploaded video, Yusko noted he expects over  $300 billion to be converted into Bitcoin this year. Despite the influx of investment this year, the investing expert believes there will be more significant bull runs for Bitcoin. He thinks human activities will sustain the cyclic nature of the Bitcoin market. Meanwhile, the renowned investor acknowledged the potential impa...

Starknek reduces the initial unlock token to 0.64%, fueling a 13% rally for STRK. New STRK distribution extends to 2027, aiming for equitable, gradual releases. Market cap surges 10% to $1.52B post-announcement, reflecting renewed investor confidence. Starknet, the layer 2 scalability solution built on Ethereum, has announced a major overhaul to its STRK token unlock model. This announcement followed strong criticism by the crypto community of STRK’s initial unlock schedule.  Important update: After listening to feedback from ecosystem friends and collaborators, we are changing the lockup schedule for StarkWare’s early contributors and investors to make it more gradual. We value this community and want to earn its trust by building great tech that… — StarkWare (@StarkWareLtd) February 22, 2024 Starknet developer StarkWare, responded to the backlash by implementing a revised schedule with a more gradual distribution of STRK tokens. This decision was...