Data from the Bank of Korea (BOK) has showed that the number of cryptocurrency investors in Korea has reached 15.59 million as of November, an increase of 610,000 compared to the previous month, representing more than 30% of Korea's entire population of approximately 51.23 million.
XingChiLuxury brands and businesses like Printemps, S.T. Dupont, and Virgin Voyages are now accepting Bitcoin as payment, driven by its record value of over $108,000. This shift highlights growing interest in cryptocurrency for high-end purchases despite challenges like consumer education and regulatory barriers.
WeatherlyMicrosoft shareholders overwhelmingly rejected a proposal to add Bitcoin to the company's balance sheet, with only 0.55% in support. The board expressed concerns about Bitcoin's volatility, despite acknowledging its potential as an inflation hedge.
WeatherlyEl Salvador and Argentina have signed an agreement to collaborate on cryptocurrency regulation and innovation in Latin America. The deal aims to share expertise, boost crypto growth, and strengthen the regulatory framework for digital assets in both countries.
AnaisFormer Binance CEO Changpeng “CZ” Zhao Predicts China could beat the United States of America at building a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve.
XingChiBinance has not yet decided on its new global headquarters due to complexities like tax laws and talent acquisition challenges. Legal troubles, including Changpeng Zhao's legal issues and a $4.3 billion fine, have led Binance to restructure its leadership and adopt better governance strategies.
WeatherlyBilly Markus, the founder of Dogecoin, recently shared regret about selling 37.37 bitcoins in 2015 for $424,152.54 — a decision that would now be worth over $368 million. Despite stepping away from Dogecoin in 2015, Markus reflects on its impact as a cultural icon while highlighting its true value lies in its community and shared ideals, not just market performance.
WeatherlyBitcoin has reached a new all-time high, surpassing $100,000, while CZ remains unaffected by the surge, holding onto the same amount of Bitcoin. Binance Coin (BNB) also hit a record high, but CZ’s focus remains on Bitcoin’s long-term value rather than its fluctuating price.
WeatherlyMeitu sold its entire crypto portfolio, making nearly $80 million just before bitcoin’s surge above $100,000. The company plans to distribute 80% of the gains to shareholders and refocus on its AI-driven apps.
AnaisBitcoin surpassed $100,000 on 5 December, driven by growing optimism following Trump’s pro-crypto appointments, including Paul Atkins for SEC Chair. This milestone signals investor confidence in a crypto-friendly future under Trump’s upcoming administration, which takes office on 20 January 2025.
JoyAOS Web announced that it has made a UX/UI innovation on the permaweb. This innovation will completely change the design of UX/UI on the permaweb, integrating functionality with inspiration.
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JinseFinanceBabylon is currently the largest staking project in the Bitcoin ecosystem. Users can complete decentralized BTC staking through Babylon and unlock BTC staking income.
JinseFinanceCitadel.one's security breach on the Arbitrum network, resulting in a $93,000 loss, underscores cybersecurity challenges in the blockchain industry. The incident prompts a collective push for enhanced security, resilience, and trust in digital asset management solutions, reflecting the industry's commitment to stakeholder protection and continuous improvement.
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Coinlive The Arbitrum Foundation, in partnership with Offchain Labs, has just announced the airdrop of a governance token for Arbitrum.
NansenHacking in the crypto industry has been a prominent part of the space.
BitcoinistThe Binance boss said that “no one won” in response to Bankman-Fried’s claim that CZ was a liar and ultimately benefited from FTX’s collapse.
decryptThe privacy-focused mixer has been at the center of several DeFi exploits over the past year as users attempted to obfuscate the trail of stolen funds.
CointelegraphThe proposed environmentally conscious spot ETF was found to be insufficiently protected against fraud and manipulation, like many ETF proposals before it.
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