A fraud investigation of cryptocurrency exchange JPEX in Hong Kong has led to the shutdown of some trading activities on the platform, the arrest of multiple people, and increased regulatory scrutiny of the entire crypto sector. “This incident highlights the importance that when investors want to invest in virtual assets, then they must invest on […]
Bitcoin Faces Increased Risk Relative to Stocks: Commodity Strategist Mike McGlone Warns of Challenges
Seasoned commodity strategist Mike McGlone says bitcoin is now riskier relative to stocks, while he further warned that economic downturn pressures may hold silver prices at bay. Bitcoin Volatility Low, Silver Faces Challenges: McGlone In a client communication dated August 2, 2023, the prominent Bloomberg Intelligence analyst observed that bitcoin’s 180-day volatility, hovering near record […]
Bitcoin’s Historic Surge: Record 682,281 Transactions in a Day Mark 2023 as Year of Increased Activity
In a year marked by historic milestones, the Bitcoin network has recorded its most active period ever, processing the highest number of confirmed transactions per day. The network reached an all-time high on May 1, 2023, with 682,281 transactions. This unprecedented activity began its upward trend in April and has been attributed to the rise […]
Bitcoin, Ethereum Technical Analysis: BTC Hangs on to $29,000 Level, Despite Increased Market Volatility
Bitcoin remained above a key support point on Friday, despite bears attempting to push the price below $ 29,000. Today’s session saw sentiment once again shift bearish, as U.S. consumer sentiment data looms. Ethereum was mostly unchanged in today’s session. Bitcoin Bitcoin (BTC) continued to trade above the $ 29,000 mark on …
Nigerian Central Bank Says Amended CBDC Model to Ensure Increased Volumes and Wallet Activity
The Nigerian central bank has said it is amending the model of its central bank digital currency and is hopeful that such an exercise will result in “an increase in the volume and activity of wallet holders.” According to the acting governor, the central bank is also working towards making the forex market more “efficient […]