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Bitcoin debate heats up over software update to add fresh features
The front-runner in upgrade debate is a program called OP_CAT - a small software tweak that would add about 10 lines to the code that enables linking of two elements together, so-called concatenation
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BlackRock's $20 bn ETF is now world's largest bitcoin fund: Report
The exchange-traded fund held $19.68 billion of token on Tuesday, overtaking Grayscale Bitcoin Trust's $19.65 billion, report said, citing data compiled by Bloomberg
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Crypto exchange CoinSwitch publishes third edition of proof of reserves
Assets held by PeepalCo, the parent brand of CoinSwitch, are in addition to these funds and are not included in the PoR assessment
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Cryptocurrencies gain as investors turn optimistic on Ether ETFs talks
Ether, which underpins the ethereum blockchain network, was 8% higher on the day at $3,775, its highest in two months, after jumping 13.8% on Tuesday
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Hacker Sriki arrested: The unfolding of Karnataka's 2017 bitcoin scam
Between 2020-2021, Sriki allegedly moved Bitcoins worth Rs 10 crore to different wallets using a laptop that was smuggled into the prison, unleashing the Bitcoin scam
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Crypto washout sends Bitcoin below $58,000 ahead of Fed's decision
The value of the world's most traded cryptocurrency fell by nearly 16% in April, as investors booked profits on a sizzling rally that has taken the price to record highs above $70,000
Bitcoin slide: A cause for concern or a buying opportunity?
The cryptocurrency is down 14 per cent in April, the most since it slumped 16 per cent in November 2022
With ETF demand cooling, Bitcoin faces worst month since FTX crash
The original cryptocurrency is down 14% in April, the most since it slumped 16% in November 2022. The US-ETF induced mania took Bitcoin to a record high of almost $74,000 in March
After Bitcoin's massive price surge, book partial profit if overexposed
At current elevated prices, prospective buyers should opt for staggered purchases
 "After Bitcoin's massive price surge, book partial profit if overexposed")
US prosecutors seek 36 months' jail for Binance founder Changpeng Zhao
Zhao, commonly known as CZ, agreed to pay $50 million and cease involvement with Binance, which he founded in 2017
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Explained: The Rs 6,600 cr Bitcoin ponzi scam involving Raj Kundra
The Ponzi scheme allegedly swindled Rs 6,600 crore from investors by promising high returns through Bitcoin mining
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Bitcoin briefly drops below $60,000 ahead of halving software adjustment
The original digital asset fell as much as 5% to $59,888, before paring the decline. Bitcoin has dropped by about 18% since it reached a record $73,797 on March 14
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Bitcoin's share of crypto market highest since 2021 partly due to ETFs
Bitcoin and second-ranked Ether jumped on Monday, boosted by indications that asset managers will soon launch Hong Kong-listed ETFs for both tokens
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HK gives initial approval to first Bitcoin, ether spot ETFs, say funds
At least three offshore Chinese asset managers will launch the virtual asset spot ETFs soon
Bitcoin 'halving' will deal a $10 billion revenue blow to crypto miners
"This is the final push for miners to squeeze out as much revenue as they can before their production takes a big hit," said Matthew Kimmell, a digital asset analyst at CoinShares
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Bitcoin rebounds from sharp slump triggered by Iran's attack on Israel
The largest cryptocurrency advanced 3.9% to $64,40 as of 8:50 a.m. in London on Sunday after jumping as much as 8.3% earlier
 "Bitcoin rebounds from sharp slump triggered by Iran's attack on Israel")
Retaining sheen: Gold, silver may continue to sparkle next financial year
What is worth observing for the Indian market is that since the last nine years, gold investors have made money each year, while in silver, gains have been consistent only in the last five years
 "Retaining sheen: Gold, silver may continue to sparkle next financial year")
Bitcoin 'halving' spurs exodus of old United States mining computers abroad
Bitcoin has surged about 50% this year to around $63,500, though it's down from a record high of $73,798 reached on March 14
Bitcoin cracks 8% in 24 hours after touching new high, may fall further
$526 mn worth of crypto wagers were liquidated in the past 24 hours, according to one analysis
Bitcoin tops $73,000 level to hit new record on insatiable ETF demand
The world's largest cryptocurrency reached a high of $73,664 on Wednesday, before paring its rise slightly to trade at around $73,080 as of 8:29 a.m. in New York
