KuCoin, a cryptocurrency exchange, has decided to suspend its Bitcoin and Litecoin mining pools as of August 16. The decision was reportedly made in response to recent layoffs that, according to rumors, impacted close to 30% of its personnel. The alleged layoff news was denied by the exchange, calling it
BlackRock, a firm that manages $9 trillion in assets, is under investigation by the US government for possible illegal Chinese investments. Legislators are concerned that Americans’ retirement savings are being used to prop up Chinese companies that the United States has blacklisted due to security and human rights concerns. According
Bitcoin (BTC), the world’s largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization, has experienced a slight recovery after reaching a weekly low of $28,657 on August 1. The trading price of BTC has crossed the $29K mark and is showing significant bullish momentum. After several days of trading in consolidation, Bitcoin is back
MicroStrategy, the software developer with a massive Bitcoin (BTC) stash, intends to raise up to $750 million by selling more stock. The company plans to utilize the fund to buy additional Bitcoin, further solidifying its position as one of the largest corporate holders of BTC in the United States. The
One topic has dominated coverage of the cryptocurrency industry in recent weeks. Among cryptocurrency enthusiasts, the approaching Litecoin Halving has become the most awaited event. In addition, as anticipation for the event grew, its value increased to $110 on June 30. Moreover, the price is facing high volatility as investors
Bitcoin (BTC), the oldest gem in the crypto market, witnessed a slight recovery from its weekly low of $29,030 and soared to the $29,428 price level. However, the rebound seems to be faltering as the digital asset faces selling pressure. Last week, Bitcoin experienced selling pressure that pushed its price
The US Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) recent move sparked controversy, Coinbase was asked to halt trading on all cryptocurrencies except for Bitcoin (BTC). According to the Financial Times, Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong revealed that this request came before the SEC’s legal action against the company on June 6, where
The Kansas Office of the State Bank Commissioner closed Heartland Tri-State Bank of Elkhart on July 29; the FDIC thereafter assumed management. The FDIC announced on July 31 that the four former Heartland Tri-State Bank locations will reopen as branches of Dream First Bank the following day. Customers of the
Companies in the crypto sector have come under increased scrutiny after recent scandals and bankruptcies in the industry. This scrutiny has extended to businesses, including accounting firms, who have been employed by these companies. Paul Munter, the SEC’s principal advisor on accounting and auditing concerns, issued a warning to crypto
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