Ripple and TRON Lose Spots in HKVAC’s Updated Crypto Indices

The Hong Kong Virtual Asset Consortium (HKVAC) has announced significant changes to its crypto indices, reshuffling its top 5 crypto index, top 10 crypto index, and overall crypto index. This has led to the exclusion of several notable cryptocurrencies.In a headline-grabbing adjustment, Ripple’s native token XRP has lost its seat in the top 5 global […]

HKVAC Revises Crypto Indices, Solana and Avalanche Replace XRP and TRON

The Hong Kong Virtual Asset Consortium (HKVAC) has made significant revisions to its top 5 crypto index, top 10 crypto index, and overall crypto index. This has resulted in the exclusion of several well-known cryptos from the indices.XRP, valued at $0.57, has been removed from the top 5 global crypto index and replaced by Solana, […]

Bitcoin Price Predictions Vary Amid ETF Approvals and Upcoming Halving

Bitcoin’s price has been a topic of intense discussion, with predictions for June 30 ranging from $47,000 to $69,420. However, many factors could influence these predictions, making them uncertain. The launch of Bitcoin ETFs set the top of Bitcoin’s range at $49,000. Post-ETF, it is expected to trade in an increasingly constricted range until it’s […]

Bitcoin ETF Launches, Core Scientific Raises $55M, Grayscale Rebalances Funds

Grayscale’s DeFi Fund has undergone changes, including the removal of the Curve DAO (CRV) token from its portfolio. In other news, Bitcoin miner Core Scientific has successfully closed a $55 million equity financing round, marking its return to solvency. The company’s CEO, Adam Sullivan, stated that the funds raised, along with the full repayment of […]

SEC Chair Gensler Cautious on Ethereum ETF Amid Regulatory Uncertainty

Following the approval of spot Bitcoin ETFs, Gary Gensler, Chair of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), has expressed caution regarding Ethereum. In a recent interview with CNBC, Gensler discussed the potential for a spot Ethereum ETF to gain SEC approval in the future. While he acknowledged the approval of Bitcoin ETFs, he stressed […]

Indians Opt for Local Exchanges Amid Foreign Platforms Ban

In a significant move, India has imposed a ban on foreign cryptocurrency exchanges, effectively blocking their operations within the country. This decision has led to a surge in the use of local exchanges by Indian crypto enthusiasts.The ban has been implemented by restricting access to the websites of these foreign platforms. Additionally, the downloading of […]

CoinShares to Acquire Valkyrie Funds, Expanding US Crypto Investment Reach

CoinShares, a leading European crypto investment firm, has announced its decision to acquire Valkyrie Funds, a US-based competitor. This move follows the recent approval of Valkyrie Fund’s application for a spot in Bitcoin ETF by the US Securities and Exchange Commission. The approved ETF, known as Valkyrie Bitcoin Fund (BRRR), began trading on Nasdaq a […]

CFTC Highlights DeFi Risks, Recommends Policy Enhancements

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) recently highlighted a significant issue within DeFi systems, namely the lack of clear responsibility and accountability. The report stressed the considerable risks that DeFi systems present to consumers, investors, financial stability, market integrity, and the fight against illicit finance. The main concern is the absence of a robust mechanism […]

Senators Demand Probe into SEC’s Cybersecurity Following Account Hack

US Senator Ron Wyden, who also serves as the Chairman of the Senate Finance Committee, has called for an official investigation into the recent hacking of the US Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) X account. The request, co-authored by crypto advocate Cynthia Lummis, also seeks to probe the SEC’s alleged failure to implement the best […]

SEC Evaluates Impact of Cybersecurity Breach on Crypto Agencies

The Chairman of the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Gary Gensler, has confirmed that there is currently no evidence of unauthorized access to SEC systems, data, devices, or other social media accounts. This statement comes in response to a cybersecurity incident involving unauthorized access to the SEC’s @SECGov X account, previously known as […]