Bitcoin – 4 Second Crypto News & Education https://4second.com Your fast, simple, and complete source of cryptocurrency, bitcoin, blockchain, and web3 news and resources - loaded and skimmed in just 4 seconds! Mon, 20 May 2024 17:43:21 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.3 https://i0.wp.com/4second.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/cropped-web-1245498_1920.png?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1 Bitcoin – 4 Second Crypto News & Education https://4second.com 32 32 230447026 ‘Really Stupid and a Huge Mistake:’ Putin Blasts US Actions Blocking Payments to China; Exporters Turn to Small Banks and Crypto https://4second.com/really-stupid-and-a-huge-mistake-putin-blasts-us-actions-blocking-payments-to-china-exporters-turn-to-small-banks-and-crypto/ https://4second.com/really-stupid-and-a-huge-mistake-putin-blasts-us-actions-blocking-payments-to-china-exporters-turn-to-small-banks-and-crypto/#respond Mon, 20 May 2024 17:43:21 +0000 https://4second.com/really-stupid-and-a-huge-mistake-putin-blasts-us-actions-blocking-payments-to-china-exporters-turn-to-small-banks-and-crypto/   Russian President Vladimir Putin charged against the U.S. actions seeking to block Russian payments to China and other countries. During a two-day trip to China, the Russian leader emphasized that this strategy was “really stupid and a huge mistake,” considering that these actions affected the status of the U.S. dollar as a reserve currency. […]]]>

 

Russian President Vladimir Putin charged against the U.S. actions seeking to block Russian payments to China and other countries. During a two-day trip to China, the Russian leader emphasized that this strategy was “really stupid and a huge mistake,” considering that these actions affected the status of the U.S. dollar as a reserve currency. Russian […] 

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Cryptomus Shakes Up Crypto: Unveils Fee-Free iOS App and Launches Rewarding CRMS Token https://4second.com/cryptomus-shakes-up-crypto-unveils-fee-free-ios-app-and-launches-rewarding-crms-token/ https://4second.com/cryptomus-shakes-up-crypto-unveils-fee-free-ios-app-and-launches-rewarding-crms-token/#respond Mon, 20 May 2024 17:43:20 +0000 https://4second.com/cryptomus-shakes-up-crypto-unveils-fee-free-ios-app-and-launches-rewarding-crms-token/   PRESS RELEASE. In a bold move that disrupts the digital currency space, Cryptomus has unveiled its much-anticipated iOS application, a comprehensive solution for crypto enthusiasts seeking a seamless, fee-free trading experience. This innovative app, now available on the App Store, enables users to store, withdraw, and convert cryptocurrencies without any fees, make payments, and […]]]>

 

PRESS RELEASE. In a bold move that disrupts the digital currency space, Cryptomus has unveiled its much-anticipated iOS application, a comprehensive solution for crypto enthusiasts seeking a seamless, fee-free trading experience. This innovative app, now available on the App Store, enables users to store, withdraw, and convert cryptocurrencies without any fees, make payments, and monitor […] 

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62 Crypto Projects Raise $474M in 20 Days, Led by Sophon and Securitize https://4second.com/62-crypto-projects-raise-474m-in-20-days-led-by-sophon-and-securitize/ https://4second.com/62-crypto-projects-raise-474m-in-20-days-led-by-sophon-and-securitize/#respond Mon, 20 May 2024 17:43:19 +0000 https://4second.com/62-crypto-projects-raise-474m-in-20-days-led-by-sophon-and-securitize/   According to the latest data, 62 blockchain or cryptocurrency projects have collectively raised $474 million over the past 20 days of May. Leading the charge, the entertainment-focused blockchain project Sophon garnered $60 million in a node sale, with Securitize following closely, raising $47 million. May Sees $474M Invested in Blockchain Startups Since the start […]]]>

 

According to the latest data, 62 blockchain or cryptocurrency projects have collectively raised $474 million over the past 20 days of May. Leading the charge, the entertainment-focused blockchain project Sophon garnered $60 million in a node sale, with Securitize following closely, raising $47 million. May Sees $474M Invested in Blockchain Startups Since the start of […] 

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Bonk Up 20% in a Week as New Solana Meme Coin SEAL Nears $2M https://4second.com/bonk-up-20-in-a-week-as-new-solana-meme-coin-seal-nears-2m/ https://4second.com/bonk-up-20-in-a-week-as-new-solana-meme-coin-seal-nears-2m/#respond Mon, 20 May 2024 16:26:59 +0000 https://4second.com/bonk-up-20-in-a-week-as-new-solana-meme-coin-seal-nears-2m/   Meme coins are back in the spotlight again, and Bonk (BONK) is leading the charge. The Solana-based token has rallied 20% in the past week and is now trading around the $0.0000257 level. Alongside BONK, presale project Sealana (SEAL) is also seeing growth – nearing the $2 million milestone in its much-discussed presale phase. […]]]>

 

Meme coins are back in the spotlight again, and Bonk (BONK) is leading the charge. The Solana-based token has rallied 20% in the past week and is now trading around the $0.0000257 level. Alongside BONK, presale project Sealana (SEAL) is also seeing growth – nearing the $2 million milestone in its much-discussed presale phase. Bonk […] 

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The Week’s Biggest Crypto Gainers and Losers: PENDLE Soars, WLD Plummets https://4second.com/the-weeks-biggest-crypto-gainers-and-losers-pendle-soars-wld-plummets/ https://4second.com/the-weeks-biggest-crypto-gainers-and-losers-pendle-soars-wld-plummets/#respond Mon, 20 May 2024 16:26:58 +0000 https://4second.com/the-weeks-biggest-crypto-gainers-and-losers-pendle-soars-wld-plummets/   This week bitcoin appreciated over 6% against the U.S. dollar, while ether increased more than 3% in the same period. Meanwhile, more than twelve alternative cryptocurrencies saw double-digit gains between 10% and 33.4%. Weekly Crypto Highlights: Double-Digit Gains and Losses Across the Board As of Monday, the total value of the crypto economy stands […]]]>

 

This week bitcoin appreciated over 6% against the U.S. dollar, while ether increased more than 3% in the same period. Meanwhile, more than twelve alternative cryptocurrencies saw double-digit gains between 10% and 33.4%. Weekly Crypto Highlights: Double-Digit Gains and Losses Across the Board As of Monday, the total value of the crypto economy stands at […] 

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Dormant Bitcoin Wallet Transfers 114 BTC Worth $7.6M After 11 Years https://4second.com/dormant-bitcoin-wallet-transfers-114-btc-worth-7-6m-after-11-years/ https://4second.com/dormant-bitcoin-wallet-transfers-114-btc-worth-7-6m-after-11-years/#respond Mon, 20 May 2024 16:26:58 +0000 https://4second.com/dormant-bitcoin-wallet-transfers-114-btc-worth-7-6m-after-11-years/   With bitcoin’s price up 6.8% from last week, a dormant bitcoin address from 2013 became active for the first time in over 11 years, transferring 114.42 bitcoins valued at $7.67 million. Sleeping Bitcoin Wallet Awakens After 11 Years, Moves 114 Bitcoins April and May have seen fewer awakenings of long-dormant bitcoin addresses, but some […]]]>

 

With bitcoin’s price up 6.8% from last week, a dormant bitcoin address from 2013 became active for the first time in over 11 years, transferring 114.42 bitcoins valued at $7.67 million. Sleeping Bitcoin Wallet Awakens After 11 Years, Moves 114 Bitcoins April and May have seen fewer awakenings of long-dormant bitcoin addresses, but some noteworthy […] 

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Grayscale Leadership Change: Sonnenshein Steps Down — Goldman Sachs’ Peter Mintzberg Appointed New CEO https://4second.com/grayscale-leadership-change-sonnenshein-steps-down-goldman-sachs-peter-mintzberg-appointed-new-ceo/ https://4second.com/grayscale-leadership-change-sonnenshein-steps-down-goldman-sachs-peter-mintzberg-appointed-new-ceo/#respond Mon, 20 May 2024 14:45:45 +0000 https://4second.com/grayscale-leadership-change-sonnenshein-steps-down-goldman-sachs-peter-mintzberg-appointed-new-ceo/   Crypto asset manager Grayscale Investments has appointed Peter Mintzberg as CEO, effective August 15, 2024. Mintzberg, currently Global Head of Strategy for Asset and Wealth Management at Goldman Sachs, will also join Grayscale’s Board of Directors. He succeeds Michael Sonnenshein, who steps down to pursue other interests. CFO Edward McGee will serve as interim […]]]>

 

Crypto asset manager Grayscale Investments has appointed Peter Mintzberg as CEO, effective August 15, 2024. Mintzberg, currently Global Head of Strategy for Asset and Wealth Management at Goldman Sachs, will also join Grayscale’s Board of Directors. He succeeds Michael Sonnenshein, who steps down to pursue other interests. CFO Edward McGee will serve as interim principal […] 

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Judge Rules Craig Wright Lied ‘Extensively,’ Committed Forgery in Bid to Claim Satoshi Identity https://4second.com/judge-rules-craig-wright-lied-extensively-committed-forgery-in-bid-to-claim-satoshi-identity/ https://4second.com/judge-rules-craig-wright-lied-extensively-committed-forgery-in-bid-to-claim-satoshi-identity/#respond Mon, 20 May 2024 14:45:44 +0000 https://4second.com/judge-rules-craig-wright-lied-extensively-committed-forgery-in-bid-to-claim-satoshi-identity/   On May 20, 2024, a ruling was delivered by Justice James Mellor in the COPA vs. Craig Wright case. Mellor determined that Wright lied “extensively and repeatedly” in his efforts to prove he was Satoshi Nakamoto. Mellor emphasized that Wright’s evidence was “at best questionable or of very dubious relevance or entirely circumstantial and […]]]>

 

On May 20, 2024, a ruling was delivered by Justice James Mellor in the COPA vs. Craig Wright case. Mellor determined that Wright lied “extensively and repeatedly” in his efforts to prove he was Satoshi Nakamoto. Mellor emphasized that Wright’s evidence was “at best questionable or of very dubious relevance or entirely circumstantial and at […] 

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Ethereum Technical Insights: ETH Crosses $3,100 Mark for the First Time in 21 Days https://4second.com/ethereum-technical-insights-eth-crosses-3100-mark-for-the-first-time-in-21-days/ https://4second.com/ethereum-technical-insights-eth-crosses-3100-mark-for-the-first-time-in-21-days/#respond Mon, 20 May 2024 13:45:31 +0000 https://4second.com/ethereum-technical-insights-eth-crosses-3100-mark-for-the-first-time-in-21-days/   Ethereum’s price has been exhibiting a narrow intraday range between $3,048 and $3,139. With a market capitalization of $373 billion and a 24-hour trading volume of $9.83 billion, the cryptocurrency shows a mixed technical outlook. At 7:57 (EDT) on Monday, ether is exchanging hands for just under $3,100 at $3,093 per unit. Ethereum The […]]]>

 

Ethereum’s price has been exhibiting a narrow intraday range between $3,048 and $3,139. With a market capitalization of $373 billion and a 24-hour trading volume of $9.83 billion, the cryptocurrency shows a mixed technical outlook. At 7:57 (EDT) on Monday, ether is exchanging hands for just under $3,100 at $3,093 per unit. Ethereum The hourly […] 

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Nigerian Securities Regulator: Crypto Exchanges Complying With Naira Delisting Directive https://4second.com/nigerian-securities-regulator-crypto-exchanges-complying-with-naira-delisting-directive/ https://4second.com/nigerian-securities-regulator-crypto-exchanges-complying-with-naira-delisting-directive/#respond Mon, 20 May 2024 11:53:04 +0000 https://4second.com/nigerian-securities-regulator-crypto-exchanges-complying-with-naira-delisting-directive/   The Nigerian Securities Regulator has stated that cryptocurrency exchanges have complied with a directive to remove the local currency from peer-to-peer platforms. The acting director-general of the Nigerian Securities and Exchange Commission has called on platforms engaged in practices that undermine the national interest to cease such activities. Kucoin’s Delisting of Naira Receives Praise […]]]>

 

The Nigerian Securities Regulator has stated that cryptocurrency exchanges have complied with a directive to remove the local currency from peer-to-peer platforms. The acting director-general of the Nigerian Securities and Exchange Commission has called on platforms engaged in practices that undermine the national interest to cease such activities. Kucoin’s Delisting of Naira Receives Praise The […] 

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