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Square Enix Reaffirms Investment Strategy In Blockchain And Web3 In Annual Letter

Square Enix, the creator of well-known video game series including Final Fantasy and Dragon Quest, maintains focus on blockchain technology. The firm would investigate prospects in blockchain entertainment, according to an official statement in an annual letter. The decision by Square Enix to enter the blockchain market sparked some contentious debate in the gaming community, but the business is still committed to the concept.

BeInCrypto - 1336 ngày trước

Vitalik Buterin Confirms What He Is Bullish About For 2023

The co-founder of Ethereum, Vitalik Buterin, expressed optimism for the coming year, noting that rollup scaling had achieved a new benchmark and was looking forward to achieving the "basic rollup scaling" milestone as specified in the Ethereum roadmap. The Ethereum developer also announced that the Ethereum Improvement Protocol 4884, which was dropped from the forthcoming Shanghai update package scheduled for March, will be reintroduced in 2023.

cointelegraph - 1336 ngày trước

Australia Surpasses El Salvador To Become The Fourth-largest Center For Cryptocurrency ATMs

El Salvador, the first nation to legalize Bitcoin, dropped another position in terms of the total number of crypto ATM installations as Australia reports 216 ATMs as we enter 2023. President Nayib Bukele placed over 200 crypto ATMs all across El Salvador which was the third-largest hub for crypto ATMs after the United States and Canada, as of September, 2021. But Spain and Australia passed El Salvador in terms of the number of ATMs in 2022.

cointelegraph - 1336 ngày trước

Tim Draper Remains Firm In His Prediction That Bitcoin Will Reach $250,000

Tech tycoon Tim Draper, recently addressed his frequently repeated forecast that the price of Bitcoin (BTC) will reach $250,000 by 2023. Although Bitcoin (BTC) has not yet reached that level, he is still very certain that this forecast will be realized before the forthcoming halving. The multi billionaire venture capitalist admitted that he supported cryptocurrency and displayed his support with a T-shirt that read "250K by 2022."

U.Today - 1336 ngày trước

Rich Dad Poor Dad author Robert Kiyosaki Explains Why He Is Buying More Bitcoins

The main reason why Rich Dad Poor Dad author Robert Kiyosaki is investing in bitcoin has been made public. The renowned author forewarned that the Securities and Exchange Commission's (SEC) laws will "crush" the majority of other crypto coins. According to Kiyosaki, Bitcoin is classed as a commodity much like gold, silver, and oil, and also mentions that the digital currency is a form of money. He announced that he is purchasing additional bitcoin.

Bitcoin News - 1336 ngày trước

Liability Insurer, Tokio Marine Will Provide Its Services In The Metaverse

The largest group of property and liability insurers in Japan, Tokio Marine, has said that it will begin providing insurance services in the metaverse. The business will start selling insurance and other types of online coverage by January. According to sources, interested users will be able to speak with the clerks and request information about each of the things on offer, mail and finish forms, and even sign contracts in the metaverse.

Bitcoin News - 1337 ngày trước

BlackRock Is One Of Core Scientific's Creditors, A Bankrupt Miner

One of the main creditors of Bitcoin miner Core Scientific, which filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy last week, is investment firm BlackRock. According to a document submitted to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, its subsidiaries committed $17 million of the new $75 million loan the miner got from convertible notes shareholders as part of its prearranged bankruptcy deal, which will be converted into equity with the help of the bankruptcy court.

theblock - 1337 ngày trước

$9 Billion Worth Of Ethereum Was Burned In 1.4 Years

The Ethereum Improvement Proposal (EIP) 1559 upgrade, which was released on August 5, 2021, added a token burn mechanism to Ethereum (ETH), the second-largest crypto by market cap and almost $9 billion worth of Ethereum had been burned. Since the burn mechanism was implemented, almost 2.8 million ETH tokens have been taken from circulation and the decline in ETH's daily burn rate directly reflects the decline in ETH activity in the bear market.

cryptoslate - 1337 ngày trước

FTX Japan Will Begin Customer Refunds In February 2023

FTX Japan recently announced plans to start returning client funds by February 2023. Users who want to get their money back will have to sign up for Liquid Japan accounts as withdrawals will start in the middle of February after each balance's examination. After the exchange prevented more than one million clients from accessing assets worth an estimated $8 billion, FTX Japan customers would be among the first to receive their lost funds.

BeInCrypto - 1337 ngày trước

Valkyrie Makes Official Proposal For Grayscale's Troubled Bitcoin Trust

In order to become the next sponsor and manager of the Grayscale Bitcoin trust, the largest fund in the cryptocurrency sector, Valkyrie Investments has released a proposal for a far larger rival product. The Valkyrie Opportunistic Fund, which aims to benefit from the enormous discount in Grayscale Investments' $10.5 billion product, was launched on Friday by the Nashville, Tennessee-based asset manager, which manages about $180 million.

BNN - 1337 ngày trước

Crypto News

Bitcoin Open Interest Surges by $1.8 Billion as Price Breaks $27,000

Bitcoin's Open Interest has surged by $1.8 billion as its price broke the $27,000 mark, indicating a strong influx of investor interest. Open Interest tracks the total value of Bitcoin futures contracts open on derivative exchanges, with rising figures signifying increased market activity and potential volatility. The recent jump from $11.04 billion to $12.81 billion suggests heightened trading and leveraged positions. The future direction of Bitcoin's price remains uncertain, with the surge potentially fueled by shorts covering positions or longs hoping for further gains. The funding rate suggests a balanced mix of long and short positions.

newsbtc - 1076 ngày trước

Bitcoin Poised for Parabolic Rise with Institutional Capital Inflow, Says Morgan Creek Capital Founder

Morgan Creek Capital founder Mark Yusko predicts a bright future for Bitcoin (BTC) as institutional capital worth hundreds of billions is expected to enter the market. Yusko points to Bitcoin's historical trend of adding a zero to its price following each halving event, with the next one slated for April 2024. He anticipates a 1.5x increase from the current all-time high, potentially reaching $100,000. Additionally, Yusko believes Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) will be approved by late 2023 or early 2024, leading to a substantial influx of capital into the cryptocurrency.

The Daily Hodl - 1076 ngày trước

Citigroup Leads the Way with Permissioned Blockchain for Institutions

Citigroup has unveiled Citi Token Services, a permissioned blockchain platform designed for institutional clients, offering access to tokenized deposits, cross-border payments, and automated trade finance around the clock. This move aligns with Citigroup's goal of creating a 24-7, on-chain, programmable financial system. The partnership with Maersk enables instant payments through smart contracts, benefiting companies with numerous vendors. Citi Token Services also aids corporate treasurers in managing global liquidity more efficiently. Meanwhile, JPMorgan is reportedly still in the early stages of exploring a similar private blockchain service, lagging behind Citigroup's innovation.

Blockworks - 1076 ngày trước

Bitcoin Dominance Soars Above 50%, Emerging as the Crypto Safe Haven

Bitcoin is making a strong comeback, currently priced at $26,684 and holding over 50% of the total cryptocurrency market, boasting a market cap of approximately $520 billion. This milestone is significant as it contrasts with the stagnation or decline of many alternative cryptocurrencies (altcoins). Ethereum, the closest rival, sits at $1,632.09, with other altcoins showing modest gains or losses. Bitcoin's resurgence aligns with historical trends, often thriving during bear markets, cementing its status as a digital "safe haven." Despite gains, it remains below its peak dominance levels, but its return to prominence is noteworthy.

U.Today - 1076 ngày trước

Animoca Game Studio Pioneers Bitcoin-Backed Metaverse Token, Ushering in Bitcoin's Next Phase

Animoca Brands subsidiary Darewise Entertainment is set to introduce the first-ever metaverse token on the Bitcoin blockchain. The token is aimed at powering a comprehensive ecosystem for gaming, brands, and real-world experiences. This move represents a significant expansion of Bitcoin's capabilities beyond a store of value. The metaverse token will facilitate in-game assets and virtual lands for the Life Beyond metaverse project, marking a new era for Bitcoin. Darewise Entertainment is partnering with Horizen Labs to develop and expand the Ordinals ecosystem on Bitcoin, with more innovations expected in the coming months.

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