Welcome to This Week in Crypto, where we bring you the latest news and developments in the world of cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology. In this edition, we’ll delve into Grayscale’s push for the simultaneous approval of spot Bitcoin ETF applications, Twitter’s rebranding to “X” under Elon Musk’s ownership, and The British Museum’s partnership with The…
Over-the-counter (OTC) trading in cryptocurrency refers to the process of trading digital assets directly between two parties, without the involvement of a centralized exchange. Unlike traditional exchange trading, OTC trading takes place off-exchange, typically facilitated by brokers or market makers.
Cryptocurrency enthusiasts, brace yourselves! The much-anticipated Litecoin halving is just around the corner. Scheduled to take place on August 2, 2023, this event has garnered considerable attention within the crypto community. In this blog, we will delve into the significance of the Litecoin halving and explore what it means for investors, miners, and the future…
On an earnings call last month, United Wholesale Mortgage announced its intention to accept cryptocurrency as payment for home loans. With sights set on a Q3 release, homeowners around the country could begin making mortgage payments with crypto this month.
In this edition of This Week in Crypto, we bring you the latest updates on significant legislative developments, metaverse ventures, and the ever-expanding world of NFT gaming. U.S. lawmakers have introduced the Financial Innovation and Technology for the 21st Century Act, aiming to establish a robust regulatory framework for the digital assets industry. Meanwhile, McDonald’s…
Cryptocurrency has changed countless lives around the globe and here in Chicago, it’s about to start saving lives. This week, PAWS Chicago began accepting cryptocurrency donations, or ‘dogenations’ as they like to call them.
On Wednesday, August 4th, the Ethereum network expects to undergo a “hard fork.” Dubbed the London hard fork, this upgrade represents the next step in the path to Ethereum 2.0. If you’re not sure what Ethereum 2.0 is check out our recent post that covers the basics.
In 2001, El Salvador replaced their local currency, the colón, with the US Dollar (USD). Last week, its Congress voted to become the first country in the world to recognize Bitcoin (BTC) as legal tender.
Welcome to This Week in Crypto, where we bring you the latest updates and developments from the world of cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology. In this edition, we delve into three notable stories making headlines. First, we explore the recent legal victory for Ripple Labs, marking a significant milestone for the company. Next, we dive into…
Ethereum 2.0 is an upgrade to the Ethereum blockchain network, the native cryptocurrency of which is Ether (ETH). The upgrade promises to be more scalable, more secure, and more sustainable than the original. Before we dive in any further, let’s quickly discuss Ethereum itself.
