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January 3, 2021

Social media interest in Bitcoin hits all-time high

As Bitcoin’s price soars, the cryptocurrency has broken several key Twitter metrics Twitter analytics data indicates that as Bitcoin continues to post all-time highs well into the $30,000s, social media interest in the digital currency is likewise setting new records across numerous key metrics.  In a tweet Saturday night, the official handle for The TIE, […]

Bitcoin going parabolic toward $35K as Ethereum breaks $800: What’s next?

The price of Bitcoin surpassed $34.7k, propelling Ethereum to break past $800 after a strong overnight rally. The price of Bitcoin (BTC) surpassed $34,700 to achieve a new all-time high after a strong overnight rally. Ether (ETH), the native cryptocurrency of the Ethereum blockchain, also surpassed $800 for the first time since May 2018. Bitcoin’s […]

CeFi and DeFi will finally meet in 2021 — Let’s hope they hit it off

CeFi and DeFi have a long way to go in order to effectively work together, but their combined efforts will help drive mass crypto adoption. The decentralized finance industry undoubtedly has vast potential — the value locked in it has exploded, surpassing $14 billion this month. Though there is speculation over whether decentralized finance is […]

Rep. Soto seeks to create office to ‘coordinate’ Federal use of blockchain tech

The dedicated office would oversee “all non-defense related deployment and activities related to blockchain technology within the Federal Government.” A new bill filed on Thursday, H.R.9067, seeks to create an office that will “coordinate” federal applications of blockchain technology.  Sponsored by Rep. Darren Soto, a Democrat representing Florida’s 9th district, the bill would “establish an […]

January 2, 2021

Following delisting, Dash pushes back against ‘privacy coin’ label

Despite past claims, Dash insists that it’s no more private than Bitcoin A recent tweet from Dash’s official Twitter account has invited criticism that the cryptocurrency, which once advertised its privacy features, is wilting in the face of possible regulatory scrutiny.  On Jan. 1, the US-based Bittrex exchange announced in a tweet that it would […]

BTC cracks $30K, supply squeeze worsens, XRP implodes: Hodler’s Digest, Dec. 27–Jan. 2

The best (and worst) quotes, adoption and regulation highlights, leading coins, predictions and much more — one week on Cointelegraph in one link! Coming every Saturday, Hodlers Digest will help you track every single important news story that happened this week. The best (and worst) quotes, adoption and regulation highlights, leading coins, predictions and much […]

Demystify 2021 with crypto trend predictions from the Cointelegraph crew

How will the crypto industry fare in the new year? Another year has come and gone. The rollercoaster that was 2020 requires little (if any) preamble. It must be said, however, that the blockchain segment experienced something of a return to form during these otherwise painful latter days. Indeed, we closed the year with prices […]

How massive Bitcoin buyer activity on Coinbase propelled BTC price past $32K

The price of Bitcoin surged past $32,000 as buyers on Coinbase aggressively accumulated BTC. Coinbase has seen a large spike in buyer activity overnight as the price of Bitcoin (BTC) surpassed $32,500 on Jan. 2. Analysts say the trend was reminiscent of MicroStrategy’s Bitcoin accumulation, possibly fueled by institutional buy orders. As a result, BTC surpassed […]

XRP enthusiasts seek to force White House’s hand on SEC suit

A longshot effort from the community hopes to solicit an official White House response As token prices plunge and Ripple prepares for court, a band of XRP enthusiasts have rallied around a petition that may force a White House statement on the recent SEC lawsuit alleging Ripple conducted an unregistered securities offering.  A petition filed […]

Bitcoin price hits $30,000 milestone for the first time ever

Just two weeks after tackling $20,000, Bitcoin passes the $30,000 mark on the second day of 2021. Bitcoin (BTC) hit a fresh psychological landmark on Jan. 2 as the new year kicked off to a flying start for hodlers. BTC/USD weekly candle chart (Coinbase). Source: TradingviewBTC price wastes no time in 2021 Data from Cointelegraph […]