1. The Bitcoin price continues to rise
The Bitcoin price has once again approached $100,000. Currently, the price is $97,041, which is 2.36% higher than the previous value.
2. Introduction of criminal liability for mining in Abkhazia
Abkhazia has introduced criminal liability for cryptocurrency mining. This decision was made due to the growing consumption of electricity and the need to protect the energy infrastructure of the region.
3. Bitcoin forecasts for 2025
Experts discuss possible trends in cryptocurrencies and blockchain in 2025. It is expected that Bitcoin may reach new heights, but risks and potential corrections in the market are also being considered.
4. Bitget exchange token leads in growth
The Bitget exchange token showed significant growth in 2024, becoming one of the leaders in value increase among cryptocurrency assets.
5. Hackers steal cryptocurrency through Zoom
Fraudsters have begun using Zoom to steal cryptocurrency. They send invitations to fake video conferences to gain access to personal data and users' wallets.
6. MicroStrategy plans to issue shares to buy Bitcoins
MicroStrategy plans to issue $10 billion in shares to raise funds for purchasing Bitcoins. Shareholders of the company will make the corresponding decision in 2025.
7. Trump appointed Bo Hines as an advisor on cryptocurrencies
US President Donald Trump appointed former athlete Bo Hines as his advisor on cryptocurrencies. Hines will head the new 'Crypto Council' within the administration.
8. 47 cryptocurrency exchanges closed in Germany
The Attorney General's Office of Frankfurt am Main and the Central Cybercrime Unit closed 47 cryptocurrency exchanges suspected of illegal operations with digital currencies.
9. An Ethereum whale transferred 10,000 ETH to Kraken
A wallet associated with a participant in the Ethereum Initial Coin Offering (ICO) transferred 10,000 ETH to the Kraken cryptocurrency exchange after two years of inactivity.
10. In Ukraine, the taxation of crypto assets is being discussed
The IT Ukraine GR Conference was held in Kyiv, where experts discussed the specifics of two bills on the taxation of crypto assets in Ukraine.
11. The FinTech LIVE 2024 conference will take place in London
On October 22-23, 2024, the FinTech LIVE 2024 conference will be held in London, bringing together key players in the financial technology industry to discuss the latest trends and innovations.
12. The founder of Cardano will meet with the President of Argentina
Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson is set to meet with Argentine President Javier Milei to discuss possible cooperation in blockchain technologies.
13. AI startup Fal.ai raised $23 million
The startup Fal.ai, specializing in creating generative AI models for the media sector, announced the raising of $23 million in a new funding round.
14. The Syrian Center for Economic Studies proposes to legalize Bitcoin
The Syrian Center for Economic Studies has proposed to the new transitional government of the country to legalize Bitcoin and issue a central bank digital currency. Experts believe that such measures will help accelerate economic recovery, ensure market freedom, protect citizens from inflation and devaluation of the national currency, as well as create a modern regulatory framework to attract business and capital. The tokenization of the Syrian pound, legalization of cryptocurrency mining, and tax incentives for companies are proposed. In addition, it is planned to ensure citizens' rights to self-custody of cryptocurrencies and simplify the provision of financial services in this sector. Analysts believe that these measures will help ensure financial stability in Syria and accelerate the recovery of the state after years of civil conflict.
