In a significant move reflecting the evolving landscape of cryptocurrency, Foundry Digital has announced a 27% reduction in its workforce, impacting 74 employees. This decision aligns with a broader strategic realignment by the company’s parent organization, Digital Currency Group (DCG). The layoffs represent a concerted effort to prioritize essential operations primarily centered around Bitcoin mining,
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As Bitcoin grapples with the elusive $100,000 milestone, the altcoin market has showcased remarkable resilience, with Binance Coin (BNB) leading the charge. BNB’s recent performance has been nothing short of spectacular, as it reached an all-time high after a six-month hiatus. Within a mere 24-hour period, BNB skyrocketed by over 22%, achieving a record valuation
Launched in 2019, Pi Network boasts an impressive user base of over 14 million individuals who have engaged with the platform and completed Know Your Customer (KYC) verification. This number is significant, especially considering that Pi Network has always promised to democratize cryptocurrency mining by enabling users to mine digital tokens straight from their smartphones.
The cryptocurrency market has been subjected to intense scrutiny following the spectacular downfall of FTX and Alameda Research. On December 3, a notable event occurred as the U.S. government transferred approximately $33.6 million worth of several cryptocurrencies to two unmarked addresses. The digital assets in question included high-profile tokens such as Ethereum (ETH), Binance USD
The recent life sentence of Stanislav Moiseev, the alleged mastermind behind the infamous Hydra marketplace, marks a significant turning point in the realm of online drug trafficking. Alongside a hefty fine and lengthy prison terms for other members of his operation, the court’s decision highlights the efforts of law enforcement to combat illegal activities facilitated
In a groundbreaking trading session in Asia on Thursday, December 5, Bitcoin’s price surged to an unprecedented high of $103,630, as reported by Tradingview on Binance. This remarkable leap from an intraday low of approximately $95,000 represents a striking increase of over 7% within a mere 12 hours. Bitcoin has now showcased a staggering year-to-date
Recent discussions surrounding Bitcoin trading habits have shed light on a common misconception: the belief that HODLers, or long-term Bitcoin holders, never sell their assets. This notion was challenged by on-chain analyst James Check, who pointed out that these holders do indeed engage in selling. This behavior has significant implications for the market, particularly in
In the world of cryptocurrency, the ideal is to decentralize financial systems and return power to users, away from traditional banking institutions. However, recent events have shown that users of centralized exchanges like Coinbase can often fall into the very pitfalls they sought to escape. One notable incident occurred when Ethereum developer Eric Connor found
As of now, Bitcoin (BTC) is trading in a narrow band between $94,000 and $96,000. However, recent data suggests that significant movement is imminent. Insights from blockchain analysis firm CryptoQuant have highlighted a potential for a bullish breakout in the coming weeks. Market participants are currently eager to assess whether these analytics will translate into
In a surprising turn of events, RTFKT, the innovative creator behind futuristic non-fungible token (NFT) sneakers and avatars, has declared its impending closure slated for early January 2025. Announced on December 2 via their official post on X, the firm reflected on its achievements while outlining plans to finalize operations. RTFKT’s inception in 2020 positioned