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[ad_1] Horst Jicha, a German national charged with orchestrating a $150 million crypto fraud scheme, has become a fugitive after failing to appear in a Brooklyn federal court.  Jicha was reportedly under home detention in New York City, having secured a $5 million bond guaranteed by his domestic partner and children.   Trial Set For March 31 According to a report from CNBC, Jicha was expected in court for a pretrial hearing but did not show up, prompting the Brooklyn US attorney’s office to initiate a search for him, “There’s a very active investigation underway to capture him,” said John Marzulli,…

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[ad_1] Este artículo también está disponible en español. Solana is currently trading above the $140 mark, showing signs of strength as it prepares for a potential move to higher levels. After a modest 5% pump on Friday, investors and analysts are increasingly optimistic about the direction Solana could take in the coming months.  One prominent analyst, Carl Runefelt, has shared a technical analysis predicting a 20% surge for SOL in the next few weeks, citing bullish patterns and favorable market conditions. His analysis suggests that Solana could reach $176 by the end of the year if current momentum holds. Related…

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[ad_1] According to a recent Bloomberg report, blockchain data firm Arkham Intelligence, backed by Sam Altman, the founder of OpenAI, is preparing to launch a crypto derivatives exchange in November.  New Crypto Exchange On The Horizon According to a source familiar with the plans, Arkham is relocating its operations from London and New York to Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic, aligning with the company’s ambition to establish a new venue for its exchange operations, which will cater primarily to retail investors. However, the platform will not be accessible to US investors. Founded in 2020, Arkham has developed a platform…

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[ad_1] Este artículo también está disponible en español. The Bitcoin ongoing rebound, reclaiming the $62,000 price mark once again today, has sparked renewed optimism in the cryptocurrency community. According to a recent analysis by CryptoQuant analyst Crypto Dan, the current market is still amid a bull cycle, with promising long-term prospects for Bitcoin holders. While the market has faced some short-term turbulence, key indicators suggest that more gains may be on the horizon. Related Reading Bull Run Is Still In Progress Crypto Dan’s insights, shared on the CryptoQuant QuickTake platform, highlight how Bitcoin’s current movement mirrors patterns seen in previous…

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[ad_1] Este artículo también está disponible en español. Former President Donald Trump foray into decentralized finance (DeFi) with his initiative, World Liberty Financial, has officially begun onboarding users, with a public sale of its WLFI token scheduled for October 15.  This announcement comes as the project aims to raise $300 million at a valuation of $1.5 billion through its initial token offering, which garnered significant attention in the cryptocurrency community. The Trump DeFi Initiative In a recent post on X (formerly Twitter), World Liberty Financial announced that the public sale will be open to individuals who qualify through a whitelist…

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[ad_1] On October 10, 2024, Japanese investment firm Metaplanet added another 108 Bitcoin (BTC) to its reserves, bringing its total holdings to over 748 BTC. Metaplanet Eyes 1000 Bitcoin Target In its third purchase of October, Metaplanet acquired an additional 108 BTC at an average price of $61,659. The firm’s total reserves now stand at 748.502 BTC, valued at over $46.5 million at current market prices. Earlier this month, the Tokyo-based firm purchased 107 BTC on October 1 for roughly $7 million, followed by another acquisition of 108 BTC on October 7 for $6.7 million. Additionally, on October 3, Metaplanet…

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[ad_1] Este artículo también está disponible en español. Bitcoin (BTC) may experience increased volatility in the coming days, driven by speculation surrounding another Chinese fiscal stimulus announcement and the expiration of BTC options worth $1.1 billion. Chinese Stimulus Measures To Help Bitcoin? According to the State Council Information Office, China’s Finance Minister, Lan Fo’an, is expected to provide details on upcoming fiscal stimulus measures during a press conference on Saturday. These measures aim to stimulate economic activity in the country. On September 24, the People’s Bank of China (PBoC) cut interest rates on existing mortgages by 0.5% and lowered reserve…

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[ad_1] In a recent interview with analysts from the research and brokerage firm Bernstein, MicroStrategy founder Michael Saylor articulated his ambitious vision for the company: to transform it into the leading Bitcoin (BTC) bank.  During the interview, Saylor emphasized BTC’s importance as a valuable asset, stating that his ultimate goal is to position MicroStrategy at the forefront of Bitcoin financial services. A Leading Bitcoin Financial Institution Gautam Chhugani, head of digital assets at Bernstein, shared insights from Saylor’s discussion, indicating that MicroStrategy’s core business strategy revolves around creating capital market instruments tied to Bitcoin.  This includes equities, convertible bonds, fixed…

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[ad_1] Este artículo también está disponible en español. As the US presidential election approaches, the crypto industry has emerged as a focal point of political debate, with key figures from blockchain payments company Ripple expressing divided support for leading candidates Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump.  This division comes amid ongoing debates about regulatory frameworks, particularly concerning the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and its enforcement actions against the cryptocurrency sector. Ripple Larsen’s $1 Million XRP Donation  Christian Larsen, co-founder of Ripple, has made headlines by making the first documented crypto donation to Kamala Harris’s campaign,…

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[ad_1] The way former FTX executive Ryan Salame prepares to start his 7.5-year prison sentence has surprised the crypto community. His recent social media updates sparked a wave of memes and jokes among industry figures and community members, who shared their thoughts about his unconventional LinkedIn post. Former FTX Exec Goes From LinkedIn To LockedIn Ryan Salame, former co-chief executive officer at FTX Digital Markets, took to LinkedIn to share his new status with his colleagues. In a bizarre update, the former FTX executive “happily” announced his new position as an inmate at FCI Cumberland. Salame also updated his profile…

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