The founder of investment firm SkyBridge Capital says that Bitcoin (BTC) is not yet a store of value today but envisions Wall Street’s “selling machine” eventually promoting the crypto king. In a new interview on CNBC Squawk Box, Anthony Scaramucci says that it’s too early to brand...

Anthony Scaramucci Says Bitcoin Not a Store of Value Today, Sees Wall Street ‘Selling Machine’ Amping Up for BTC

A four-year legal battle with regulators ended with Ripple agreeing to pay $125 million in civil penalties. The return to business as usual for Ripple might be enough to send the price of XRP over $1. Other catalysts, such as the launch of a new spot ETF, are unlikely and...

Should You Buy XRP While It's Under $1?

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Ripple Celebrates Another SEC Loss: Details

Cryptocurrency exchange Kraken must face a lawsuit brought against it by U.S. regulators, a federal judge ruled Friday. The lawsuit, filed last November in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California, alleges Kraken operated as an unregistered securities exchange‌, according to court filings. The ruling puts an end to Kraken's slew of efforts to get the lawsuit dismissed.

SEC Lawsuit Against Kraken Can Move Forward, Judge Rules

New York-based financial giant BlackRock has warned about cryptocurrency scams. Financial behemoth BlackRock has issued a warning about cryptocurrency-related scams on its social media account. "We urge caution in dealing with individuals, websites or social media platforms using our brand and offering training or investments," BlackRock said. BlackRock has stressed...

BlackRock Issues Major Crypto Warning

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Bitcoin could be on the verge of a major breakout. Is now the time to buy?

The Ultimate Cryptocurrency to Buy With $1,000 in August

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In a significant legal setback for one of the crypto industry’s biggest exchanges, a California judge has ruled that cryptocurrency platform Kraken must face a lawsuit brought by the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Kraken Faces Uphill Legal Battle. The SEC alleges that Kraken has been operating an...

Court Deals Double Blow To Kraken: SEC Lawsuit Moves Forward

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As the 2024 U.S. elections reach their home stretch, crypto companies are opening their wallets to try and influence the results. Nearly half of all the corporate money flowing into the election has come from the crypto industry, according to a report this week from the nonprofit watchdog group Public Citizen. The sum, approximately $119 million, was raised from a mix of contributors, with Coinbase and Ripple accounting for more than 80% of the donations.

Crypto industry accounts for almost half of corporate donations in 2024 election, report says

A crypto analyst and trader believes that a “monumental breakout” is just around the corner for Bitcoin (BTC). The analyst pseudonymously known as Rekt Capital tells his 82,400 YouTube subscribers that Bitcoin may be about to enter the parabolic phase of the market cycle based on historical precedence.

Bitcoin Very Close to a ‘Monumental Breakout,’ Says Crypto Strategist and Trader – Here’s His Outlook

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has halted the approval process for Solana (SOL) spot exchange-traded funds (ETFs), citing ongoing concerns about the crypto’s classification as a security. This decision follows recent discussions between the SEC and prospective ETF issuers, which have led to the CBOE BZX Exchange...

SEC Reportedly Halts Solana ETF Approval Amid Ongoing Security Classification Debate

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A Mississippi Attorney has been charged with multiple Counts of introducing contraband into a Correctional Facility as well as consipiracy according to a press release from Hinds County Sheriff Tyree Jones.

Mississippi Attorney Charged with 3 Counts of Introducing Contraband into a Correctional Facility

As the lines between tradfi and crypto continue to blur, ETFSwap (ETFS)’s ETF launch in 2025 is set to transform ETF accessibility in both industries. With this launch, ETFSwap (ETFS) aims to lead the way in modernizing how ETFs are traded and swapped. ETFSwap (ETFS) sets itself apart in the crypto and Tradfi sectors through the deflationary token model, which is designed to withstand any volatility.

The 2025 Launch Of ETFSwap’s ETF: What It Means For The Crypto And TradFi Industries

The arrest of Telegram CEO Pavel Durov on 24 August 2024 has led to a significant drop in the value of Toncoin ($TON), which fell by 18.7% as of 8:45 a.m. UTC on 25 August 2024. This sudden decline reflects growing concerns in the cryptocurrency market over the potential impact of Durov’s legal troubles on The Open Network (TON), a decentralized blockchain platform closely associated with Telegram.

$TON Price Plummets After Telegram Founder and CEO Pavel Durov’s Arrest, X Owner Elon Musk Is Outraged

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This year’s area of low oxygen in the Gulf of Mexico is larger than average, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) announced on Thursday. The “dead zone” is approximately 6,705 square miles , as measured last week. Within NOAA’s 38 years of measuring the dead zone, this year’s assessment marks the 12th-largest area of low to no oxygen, which can kill fish and marine life.

Gulf ‘dead zone’ larger than average, larger than expected for 2024, scientists announce

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As the real estate industry braces for a significant shift with new regulations set to take effect on August 17, the Consumer Federation of America (CFA) is offering crucial advice for homebuyers navigating these changes. The CFA’s latest guidance emphasizes negotiating agent compensation at 2 percent or less of a home’s sale price, aiming to empower consumers and challenge long-standing industry practices.

CFA Urges Buyers to Cap Agent Fees at 2% Amidst Real Estate Industry Shake-Up

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When I learned the brown tarantula is also native to Missouri, I gasped, and when I say I'm not too fond of spiders of any genus is an understatement. It's psychological. They have too many legs.

It's mating season for the Texas brown tarantula also known as the Missouri tarantula

Bitcoin's Reign at Risk? CEO Foresees Ethereum Flip

Notcoin and Hamster Kombat, once popular, are now struggling with declining value and internal issues. Notcoin’s price drop has caused concern among investors, while Hamster Kombat faces delays due to conflicts, frustrating its community. As these tokens lose their appeal, BlockDAG’s TG Tap Miner app is gaining attention. This game allows players to earn Tap Points, convertible into BDAG coins, which have appreciated by 1680% after BlockDAG’s $67.9 million presale. TG Tap Miner offers both an engaging experience and real financial rewards, making it an attractive alternative.

Tap to Earn Crypto: Hamster Kombat and Notcoin Are Tanking – BlockDAG’s TG Tap Miner Is the New Must-Play

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According to officials with the Southern District of Georgia, two recently unsealed federal indictments have charged 23 defendants in a series of broad conspiracies involving the use of drones to smuggle methamphetamine, marijuana, and cell phones into state prisons in Georgia.

23 Defendants Charged in Federal Indictments for Drone-Smuggling Drug Operation in Georgia

Love it or hate it, XRP has cemented itself as a notable player in the crypto sector. Ranked the seventh most valuable crypto, XRP has held a spot among the top-ranking crypto assets for over a decade. However, prolonged periods of steady descent have characterized the crypto’s journey so far....

Ripple’s XRP Very Close To A Monumental Price Breakout — Pundit Explains Why You Shouldn’t Miss It

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Abra Settles With U.S. SEC Over Alleged Sales of Unregistered Crypto Securities

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced on August 26 that it had filed settled charges against Plutus Lending LLC, doing business as Abra, for...

Abra Settles With U.S. SEC Over Alleged Sales of Unregistered Crypto Securities

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