Author: James Wilson
Compact Games NFT launches its collection of ‘virtual game CDs’ for traders to mint and run on desktop and mobile devices starting from Jan. 31. Available on the NFT marketplace Magic Eden, Compact Games offers traders a collection of 33 unique games to choose from, each with four kinds of rarities: standard, bronze, silver and gold. The games featured on the Compact Games NFT site have an arcade-style of gameplay, similar to the classic mobile games such as Candy Crush or Flappy Bird. Some of the titles shown are The Witch, Spirit Halloween, Shumii, and Moonsheep. Not only that, a…
With institutional involvement and shifting market dynamics, analysts believe Bitcoin’s bull market could outlast past cycles, extending past 2025. Bitcoin’s (BTC) future might break from its usual cycle, with analysts suggesting that past steep corrections could be a thing of the past. In an X post on Jan. 31, analysts at Singapore-based blockchain firm Matrixport suggested that with Wall Street stepping in, Bitcoin’s bull market could extend well beyond 2025. The largest crypto by market capitalization typically follows a predictable pattern: three strong years, followed by a sharp correction of at least 70%. But this time could be different, the…
After three years in development, Dr Disrespect’s Midnight Society is shutting down, marking the end of its NFT-driven game project Deadrop. Video game YouTuber Dr Disrespect’s vision for a community-driven NFT shooter has come to an end. Midnight Society, the game studio co-founded by Guy “Dr Disrespect” Beahm, is shutting down. “Today we are announcing Midnight Society will be closing its doors after three incredible years,” the studio said in a Thursday announcement on X. More than 55 developers worked on its only game, Deadrop, which will never see release. Deadrop was an ambitious PvPvE extraction shooter set in a…
Bitcoin is moving with macro conditions. If U.S. labor data signals weakness, the Fed may step in—potentially pushing Bitcoin higher. Bitcoin’s (BTC) next move could hinge on upcoming U.S. labor market data, as macro conditions continue to shape liquidity and risk sentiment. Quantitative analyst Benjamin Cowen suggests the unemployment rate will be a key factor, predicting that if it stays within the 4.1%-4.2% range, Bitcoin could follow last year’s path and rally into February and March. However, a rate that is too high or too low could create uncertainty, affecting bond yields, Federal Reserve policy expectations, and ultimately, Bitcoin’s price action.…
Disclosure: This article does not represent investment advice. The content and materials featured on this page are for educational purposes only. Investors eye a potential Cardano ETF, but Rollblock’s rapid growth and 420% gains make it the more promising opportunity. The U.S. market is eagerly searching for new crypto ETFs, with investors looking for fresh opportunities in every token. Several companies have started the application process for Solana and Dogecoin ETFs, but attention remains on Cardano. If a Cardano ETF gets approved or listed, the token could break key resistance levels. Despite the excitement, many investors see Rollblock as a…
In an exclusive interview with crypto.news, Mohammed AlKaff AlHashmi, talks about Indonesia’s potential as a crypto hub after receiving regulatory approval for the HAQQ’s native token from the country’s FSA. Indonesia is currently ranked as the third-highest country in terms of crypto adoption, according to Chainalysis. Less than 8% of the population is said to hold crypto, according to the latest data. Not only that, Indonesia is also currently at a transition phase when it comes to its crypto industry, with regulatory supervision being transferred to the FSA from its Commodity Futures Trading Agency. Mohammed AlKaff AlHashmi, co-founder of HAQQ…
IOTA’s price is showing signs of bottoming out, signaling a potential rebound ahead of the upcoming Rebased protocol upgrade. IOTA (IOTA) rose to an intraday high of $0.3195 on Thursday, gaining about 13% from its lowest level this week. The rebound coincided with a broader cryptocurrency rally, as Bitcoin (BTC) surged above $106,000. According to CoinMarketCap, the total market capitalization of all cryptocurrencies increased nearly 4% to $3.60 trillion on Thursday. Cryptocurrencies often exhibit high correlation, contributing to IOTA’s recent gains. The next big catalyst for IOTA will be the upcoming Rebased mainnet launch, which will help the it compete…
Tether’s latest move puts USDT directly on Bitcoin’s infrastructure, allowing stablecoin transactions to settle faster and more efficiently via the Lightning Network. Tether (USDT), the world’s largest stablecoin issuer, has announced its integration with Bitcoin’s (BTC) ecosystem, marking a new step in the stablecoin’s expansion beyond traditional blockchain networks. Revealed on Jan. 30 at the Plan B conference in El Salvador, the move will bring USDT to both Bitcoin’s base layer and its high-speed Lightning Network, unlocking new possibilities for remittances, payments, and everyday transactions. Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino described the initiative as a push toward real-world financial applications, stating…
After the Securities and Exchange Commission ordered Kraken to close its United States staking platform in 2023, the exchange has reopened cryptocurrency staking for specific tokens in select states. Kraken has re-introduced cryptocurrency staking services for customers in 39 eligible states, nearly two years after settling a case with the Securities and Exchange Commission. In February 2023, Kraken agreed to pay a $30 million fine to resolve federal charges alleging securities violations. Part of the deal ordered the crypto exchange to shutter its staking-as-service business and end staking for American clients. The new business offering via Kraken Pro will allow…
Legal trouble is catching up to Pump.fun. With two lawsuits in motion and fraud allegations flying, is this meme coin casino finally running out of luck? Pump.fun, a platform notorious for launching meme coins on the Solana (SOL) blockchain, is now facing a second class-action lawsuit just days after the first. The legal battle, led by Burwick Law and Wolf Popper LLP, alleges that the platform is violating U.S. securities laws by selling unregistered securities disguised as meme tokens. **LAWSUIT ALERT**Burwick Law and @WolfPopperLLP have filed a second federal class action lawsuit on behalf of investors against the PumpdotFun platform.Full…