Indian crypto exchange Wazirx has accelerated Phase 2 of INR withdrawals after a cyberattack on July 18. Initially scheduled for Sept. 9, eligible users can now withdraw up to 66% of their INR balances. However, crypto trading on the platform will not resume for another six months. Wazirx Expedites INR Withdrawals Amid Post-Hack Restructuring Efforts […]
Bitcoin Miners Face Leanest Month of 2024: August Earnings Hit Year’s Low
Bitcoin miners faced their most challenging revenue month of the year in August, marking the lowest earnings since September 2023. Onchain fees collected in August also dipped, reaching a low not seen since last year, with a $ 4.14 million drop compared to July. August Bitcoin Mining Revenue Drops $ 99.75M Lower Than …
Top TON Coins Face Turbulent Week Amid Durov Arrest and Network Disruptions
Over the past week, The Open Network (TON) ecosystem has encountered a series of setbacks due to a wave of unfavorable news. The turbulence began with the arrest of Telegram founder Pavel Durov, followed by two significant outages on the blockchain network that brought block production to a standstill. Altogether, in just 68 days, the […]
Bitcoin Investors Face Diverging Fortunes as Long-Term Holders Stay Steady, Glassnode Reveals
Bitcoin’s market dominance has reached 56% as long-term holders continue to accumulate despite turbulent market conditions, according to a comprehensive report by Glassnode. The latest onchain report highlights a divergence in investor behavior, with short-term holders bearing the brunt of recent losses. Long-Term Bitcoin Holders Show Resilience, Averaging $ 138M in Daily Profits, Says …
Zambia to Outlaw Use of Foreign Currency, Criminals Could Face Jail Time for up to 10 Years
The Bank of Zambia has proposed a new series of guidelines that seek to outlaw the use of foreign currency, including the U.S. dollar, for local transactions. If finally approved, the document would establish harsh penalties for infringement, including jail time for up to ten years and hefty fines. Zambia to Punish Illegal Use of […]