77. UFC Star wants his winnings paid in Bitcoin
New UFC 300 champion, Renato Moicano, announces he wants his $300,000 bonus to be paid in Bitcoin.
Crypto Corner
Trust Wallet CEO Eowyn Chen warns users to "Disable iMessages" immediately to mitigate a reported crypto zero-day exploit circulating on the dark web, emphasizing heightened security concerns.
P2 Ventures pledges $50 million through Hadron FC to empower startup founders within the Polygon ecosystem, aiming to provide both funding and mentorship to projects focused on Polygon's blockchain.
The PSG fan token surged by 25% following Paris Saint-Germain's victory over Barcelona, showcasing the growing influence of fan tokens issued by Socios within the sports industry.
Telegram founder Durov suggests that crypto-like communication devices have the potential to disrupt government surveillance, highlighting the ongoing debate over privacy and security in the digital age.
According to a crypto lawyer, the Securities & Exchange Commission's targeting of Uniswap rather than a fraudulent actor suggests a challenging legal battle ahead, with "very low" odds of success for the commission.
New Zealand's central bank is exploring the issuance of a central bank digital currency (CBDC), with plans to introduce a digital dollar by 2023, following a four-stage approach to assess its feasibility and implementation.
NFT Spotlight
NFT of the week: Anomaly AI 604 #5/10
Bitcoin Wizards emerges as a dominant force in both the crypto and NFT realms, showcasing impressive gains and solidifying its position in the market.
Inspect integrates MultiversX across its platform, offering enhanced NFT exploration and insights for users, further enriching the NFT experience.
PayPal is poised to revise its protection policies for NFT transactions, a notable departure from its previous stance supporting these tokens.
The floor price of the Bored Ape Yacht Club collection has hit its lowest point in over two and a half years, standing at 11.1 ETH, marking a 90% decline from its peak in the NFT bull market.
Trading volume for Donald Trump's First Edition NFT Collection has plummeted by 99%, signaling a significant decline in interest and activity surrounding the collection.
Bitcoin Buzz
Now, staking your Bitcoin is hassle-free with Core Chain's non-custodial BTC staking, eliminating the need to wrap your Bitcoin for staking.
U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn raises concerns about personal privacy and government surveillance risks associated with Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) and Bitcoin.
A seasoned crypto analyst anticipates Hong Kong's Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs to hit the market soon, potentially attracting up to $25 billion in investments, contingent on China's stance.
Bitcoin Miners’ Marvels
Bitmain announces the release of its L9 miner, boasting unparalleled efficiency in Scrypt mining, signaling potential advancements in cryptocurrency mining technology.
Bitcoin mining firms experience significant drops in stock value as the looming halving event heightens concerns over future profitability.
Hut 8 achieves a 30% reduction in mining costs at its new Salt Creek facility.
Iraq's commitment to capturing flare gas sparks speculation about crypto mining opportunities, aiming to reduce pollution and fossil fuel dependence.
Norway's new data center legislation signals increased scrutiny for Bitcoin miners, citing concerns about greenhouse emissions and the previously unregulated mining industry.
According to 10x Research, Bitcoin miners may sell up to $5 billion worth of BTC in the four to six months following the halving.
Quote Of The Week:
“We don’t lose people, we just know our value in their lives.” -Sahil Verma
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