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Bitcoin price reverses gains on New Year's Eve; hodlers continue stacking sats

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BTC price dipped below $46,000 after seeing highs north of $48,500 earlier in the day. Leading altcoins also turned lower. from Cointelegraph.com News https://ift.tt/31dAWiE via IFTTT

Cointelegraph Consulting: Crypto events of 2021 in retrospect

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With 2021 coming to a close, it might go down as the year that brought the most mainstream attention to cryptocurrencies. from Cointelegraph.com News https://ift.tt/3EPKaj6 via IFTTT

NFTs find true utility with the advent of the Metaverse in 2021

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Nonfungible tokens have one of the biggest innovations that have spread across the cryptoverse in 2021. The Metaverse is set to push its utility further in 2022. from Cointelegraph.com News https://ift.tt/3n7JvDF via IFTTT

Estonia’s new AML laws set to clamp down on crypto industry

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The new guidelines reportedly expand the definition of Virtual Asset Service Providers to include DApps, ICOs and related services. from Cointelegraph.com News https://ift.tt/3mHYjsc via IFTTT

Airdrop culture could pose integral threat to DeFi industry

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The sobering fallout of rug-pulled YEAR token has provided an acrimonious ending to a commendable 12 months of growth for decentralized finance. from Cointelegraph.com News https://ift.tt/3pF9Bzq via IFTTT

Price analysis 12/31: BTC, ETH, BNB, SOL, ADA, XRP, LUNA, AVAX, DOT, DOGE

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Bitcoin and most major altcoins are attempting a recovery from their strong support levels, indicating that traders continue to buy on dips. from Cointelegraph.com News https://ift.tt/3EHTzZK via IFTTT

Bitcoin holds $48K as final Wall Street session caps 60% YTD gains for BTC

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There's plenty to celebrate in "up only" Bitcoin beyond short timeframes, analysts conclude on the last day of the year. from Cointelegraph.com News https://ift.tt/3eKCPX7 via IFTTT

Going meta: Paris Hilton, Times Square and ETFs

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Decentraland and Paris Hilton plan competing virtual New Year's Eve celebrations, while ProShares plans to launch a metaverse-tracking ETF. from Cointelegraph.com News https://ift.tt/3eUs9Wl via IFTTT

Will US regulators shake stablecoins into high-tech banks?

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U.S. stablecoin issuers might soon face liquidity, customer protection and asset reserve rules — and maybe even a deposit-insurance mandate like banks. from Cointelegraph.com News https://ift.tt/3FQjL64 via IFTTT

Kevin O'Leary says his crypto holdings could reach 20% of portfolio

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Clearer regulations around stablecoins could make crypto a more viable investment option, according to the Shark Tank star. from Cointelegraph.com News https://ift.tt/32OZtLf via IFTTT

Frax Share, Swipe and Gnosis lead the altcoin market as Bitcoin recovers to $47.5k

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Data from Cointelegraph Markets Pro shows FXS, SXP and GNO posting double-digit gains as BTC bulls look to recover support at $47,500. from Cointelegraph.com News https://ift.tt/3HlaX8v via IFTTT

Little forkers: BCH and BSV get crushed by Bitcoin price in 2021

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The two cryptocurrencies look poised to end 2021 in double-digit percentage losses against Bitcoin. from Cointelegraph.com News https://ift.tt/3mLV4Qq via IFTTT

What were the biggest crypto outcomes of 2021? Experts Answer, Part 2

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What was the most important thing that happened within the crypto and blockchain space this year? How has it affected the whole industry? from Cointelegraph.com News https://ift.tt/3sLklOO via IFTTT

Binance to finalize acquisition of Swipe, paving for CEO exit

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The exchange acquired a majority stake in Swipe in July 2020 as part of a broader effort to advance mainstream adoption of crypto payments. from Cointelegraph.com News https://ift.tt/3EFqJsY via IFTTT

MicroStrategy purchases 1,914 Bitcoin, now holds almost $6B in crypto

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The company's holdings are valued at roughly $5.9 billion, representing more than $2.1 billion in gains since its initial purchase in August 2020. from Cointelegraph.com News https://ift.tt/3JsIhMA via IFTTT

Bitcoin gains after $46K drop as 'bottoming out' continues into 2022

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With the odds of a squeeze still high and ample liquidity below recent lows, traders are betting on volatility as 2021 ends. from Cointelegraph.com News https://ift.tt/3sHuETJ via IFTTT

ROSE gains 54% in a week as Oasis Network ecosystem expands

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ROSE price is on the rise thanks to a $160 million ecosystem fund that helped facilitate the launch of the first DeFi and NFT projects on Oasis Network. from Cointelegraph.com News https://ift.tt/3qALqBf via IFTTT

Coinone will stop withdrawals to unverified external wallets

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The exchange plans to verify users’ names and resident registration details to ensure crypto transactions were “not used for illegal activities such as money laundering.” from Cointelegraph.com News https://ift.tt/32rEoqJ via IFTTT

Price analysis 12/29: BTC, ETH, BNB, SOL, ADA, XRP, LUNA, AVAX, DOT, DOGE

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Bitcoin and most major altcoins are facing selling at higher levels and buying on dips, signaling a consolidation in the short term. from Cointelegraph.com News https://ift.tt/3sHD11z via IFTTT

Robinhood plans to launch beta crypto wallets in January as HOOD drops to $17

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The forthcoming crypto wallet will allow users to deposit and withdraw Bitcoin, Ether, Dogecoin and other tokens, the company said. from Cointelegraph.com News https://ift.tt/32JVmjC via IFTTT

A fair comparison? Ethereum growth outpaces Bitcoin in 2021

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Ethereum’s burgeoning use cases have driven a surge in Ether’s value in 2021, but what does the future hold for ETH? from Cointelegraph.com News https://ift.tt/3sI6mZO via IFTTT

Bitcoin dips below $47K but one trader is eyeing 'solid risk/reward' for longing BTC now

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Short-term profit opportunities are there, but so are concerns over a "panic" sell-off still absent from BTC price charts. from Cointelegraph.com News https://ift.tt/3ECrwLa via IFTTT

What BTC price slump? Bitcoin outperforms stocks and gold for 3rd year in a row

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But concerns remain that the cryptocurrency could fall harder than its traditional rivals in 2022 on the U.S. Federal Reserve’s increasingly hawkish tones. from Cointelegraph.com News https://ift.tt/3Ju807e via IFTTT

Ready Player Me raises $13M to expand metaverse platform

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The three-dimensional avatar platform seeks to expand its digital presence throughout the metaverse heading into 2022. from Cointelegraph.com News https://ift.tt/3z5iOUN via IFTTT

DeFi sector tokens offer shelter as Bitcoin falls below $48.5K

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FARM, QUICK and ANT offer crypto traders shelter from the storm as the wider market takes a hit with Bitcoin struggling below $48,500. from Cointelegraph.com News https://ift.tt/3z6iYen via IFTTT

A new intro to Bitcoin: The 9 minute read that could change your life

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Bitcoin daily losses near $4K as S&P 500 hits 69th all-time high of 2021

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A Christmas party for stocks masks "a massive amount of weakness," one commentator warns, as Bitcoin sentiment votes with its feet. from Cointelegraph.com News https://ift.tt/32DAN8z via IFTTT

What were the biggest crypto outcomes of 2021? Experts Answer, Part 1

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What was the most important thing that happened within the crypto and blockchain space this year? How has it affected the whole industry? from Cointelegraph.com News https://ift.tt/3Fw8uYe via IFTTT

Sequoia China leads $25M equity round for DeFi wallet DeBank

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Co-founded in 2018 by Chinese R&D expert Tang Hongbo, DeBank allows users to track 798 protocols across 17 chains. from Cointelegraph.com News https://ift.tt/3FDWrs6 via IFTTT

From art to gaming: The biggest NFT trends of 2021

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Pop culture NFTs, blockchain art games, Metaverse NFTs, charity auctions and worldwide NFT art are the year's central themes. from Cointelegraph.com News https://ift.tt/33TpvO4 via IFTTT

Concerts in the Metaverse could lead to a new wave of adoption

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Law Decoded: Three regulatory trends of 2021, Dec. 20–27

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The year past saw some fundamental transformations in the relationship between state power and the digital asset space. from Cointelegraph.com News https://ift.tt/3FAaLl9 via IFTTT

Bitcoin can hit $333K 'parabolically' if this BTC price fractal plays out

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A change of course from the Fed could produce a "flight to safety" which sends Bitcoin price action stratospheric. from Cointelegraph.com News https://ift.tt/32m3bMV via IFTTT

Some Salvadorans claim funds are missing from their Chivo wallets

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“No tech support and only useless calls, where is my money," said Luis Guardado in a direct appeal to El Salvador President Nayib Bukele. from Cointelegraph.com News https://ift.tt/3mxT8ew via IFTTT

Crypto Twitter year in review: 10 influential tweets of 2021

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Twitter hosted an abundance of crypto industry action in 2021. Check out a few Crypto Twitter highlights from the year. from Cointelegraph.com News https://ift.tt/3pym1cp via IFTTT

Bitcoin rises above $51K as the dollar flexes muscles against the euro

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Bitcoin regained its bullish bias after reclaiming $50,000 ahead of the yearly close, even its safe-haven rival, the U.S dollar, signaled continued upside strength in the coming sessions. from Cointelegraph.com News https://ift.tt/3pw4rFH via IFTTT

Countdown to the yearly close: 5 things to watch in Bitcoin this week

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Things may be calmer than expected as 2021 ends, but the chances for "face-melting" green candles are still there, say analysts. from Cointelegraph.com News https://ift.tt/30ZsLX4 via IFTTT

Top 5 cryptocurrencies to watch this week: BTC, MATIC, NEAR, ATOM, HNT

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If Bitcoin rises from the current level, it could boost the price of MATC, NEAR, ATOM, and HNT in the short term. from Cointelegraph.com News https://ift.tt/3Hb5G3a via IFTTT

Analysts say 2022 will be ‘defined by agility and cost-efficiency’ instead of ‘blockchain purity’

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In addition to BTC price hitting $100,000, analysts expect the crypto market to pivot toward “cost efficiency” and “agility” in 2022. from Cointelegraph.com News https://ift.tt/3HfqGWq via IFTTT

7 NFL players that chose crypto over cash salaries

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At least seven NFL pro athletes are now turning to crypto to help bolster their bottom line and ensure they have enough wealth after their pro careers come to an end. from Cointelegraph.com News https://ift.tt/32AyL9p via IFTTT

Crypto mainstream adoption: Is it here already? Experts Answer, Part 3

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What does mass adoption mean for the blockchain industry? Has it started yet? If not, what could get it going? from Cointelegraph.com News https://ift.tt/3JgLwGX via IFTTT

6 Questions for Cristina Dolan of InsideChains

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Top crypto winners and losers of 2021

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Not all digital assets have made positive price movements during the 2021 bull run. from Cointelegraph.com News https://ift.tt/3yVD37i via IFTTT

Binance Turkey fined 8M lira for non-compliance against money laundering

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MASAK found Binance Turkey guilty of violating the Law on Prevention of Laundering Proceeds of Crime, also known as the AML Law. from Cointelegraph.com News https://ift.tt/3sxTFAM via IFTTT

What is a honeypot crypto scam and how to spot it?

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A virtual trap to lure attackers so that you can improve security policies is what honeypot aims for! from Cointelegraph.com News https://ift.tt/3qo9Dee via IFTTT

Spreading holiday joy through charitable giving with cryptocurrency

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Charitable crypto campaigns aim to give back this holiday season, demonstrating how effective cryptocurrency and NFT donations can be for donations. from Cointelegraph.com News https://ift.tt/3yZnRpJ via IFTTT

From DeFi year to decade: Is mass adoption here? Experts Answer, Part 3

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Decentralized technologies’ insiders shared their views on DeFi and the role, achievements and challenges the space faced in 2021. from Cointelegraph.com News https://ift.tt/3elzca4 via IFTTT

10 women who used crypto to make a difference in 2021

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These 10 inspiring women made things happen using crypto and blockchain in 2021, one block at a time. from Cointelegraph.com News https://ift.tt/3eqTzTn via IFTTT

Turkey’s crypto law is ready for parliament, President Erdoğan confirms

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Once implemented, the crypto law will implement a new economic model that can potentially help recover the lira's falling value. from Cointelegraph.com News https://ift.tt/3H7J2ss via IFTTT

5 cryptocurrency projects that made waves in 2021

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UNI, AAVE, CRV, AXS and DOGE are a few of the top cryptocurrency projects in 2021 that helped transform the face of the cryptocurrency ecosystem and paved the way to mass adoption. from Cointelegraph.com News https://ift.tt/3qnoGov via IFTTT