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The most well-known cryptocurrency, based on the proof-of-work blockchain. Bitcoin was created in 2009 by a mysterious creator, Satoshi Nakomoto, and its technology outlined by the white paper titled “Bitcoin: A Peer-to-Peer Electronic Cash System.”
Shiba Inu Shibarium Introduces Wrapped BONE and Hosted Blockscout Explorer
Shibarium has 1 million wallets and near 1 million transactions. It launched a hosted Blockscout explorer and expanded its token bridge to include various tokens. The Wrapped BONE contract has been verified, and Shibarium plans to renounce the Bone contract.
OKX Discloses Monthly Proof of Reserves, Holding $10.4 Billion in BTC, ETH, and USDT
OKX, a global cryptocurrency exchange, has reported a $10.4 billion holding in primary assets like Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Tether, with 84% of respondents praising the exchange's transparency and reserve ratios.
Bitcoin Surges Past $28,000 and GBTC Discount Narrows to 17%
Bitcoin's value surged to $28,142 on Binance after Grayscale Investments won a lawsuit against the SEC, converting its Grayscale Bitcoin Trust into an ETF.
$265M in BTC Withdrawn from Binance in 2018 Suspected of Money Laundering
A Bitcoin address, 1EU2pMence1UfifCco2UHJCdoqorAtpT7, has been accused of laundering $265 million through Bitcoin mixers. The transactions, which were all on-chain, have sparked debate among crypto enthusiasts.
HashKey Launches as HK's First Licensed Retail Crypto Exchange, Begins BTC and ETH Trading
HashKey Exchange, Hong Kong's first licensed retail virtual asset exchange, launched on 28 August 2023, offering direct bank transfers in USD and HKD, initial fiat trading pairs, and strict compliance with the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission.
Bitcoin Mining Giant Hut 8 Set to Merge with USBTC
Hut 8 Mining Corp. is set to merge with US Bitcoin Corp. to form a major publicly traded Bitcoin miner, focusing on economical mining, diversified revenue, and environmental, social, and governance practices.
Bithumb Korea Reports Operational Losses Due to Declining Crypto Trading Volume
Bithumb Korea reported a Q2 operational loss of KRW 3.442 billion in 2023, down from a KRW 38.42 billion profit last year. The decline is attributed to reduced crypto trading volumes and fee income. The exchange is now offering no-fee events to boost activity.
Hut 8 Q2 2023 Report: $19.1 Million Revenue with 9,136 Self-Mined Bitcoin in Custody
Hut 8's Q2 2023 report reveals $19.1M revenue and 9,136 self-mined Bitcoin. The quarter saw a net loss of $16.7M and mining profit of $3.2M.
Shiba Inu's SHIB Price Up Nearly 10% and Trading Volume Doubles Over Last 24 Hours
The Shiba Inu's SHIB price surged around 10% in the past 24 hours, while Bitcoin remains stuck at around $29,400. This surge makes SHIB one of the hottest cryptocurrencies, raising interest among traders.
Bitcoin Miner Bitfarms Mined 1,223 BTC but with $25 Million Net Loss in Q2 2023
Bitfarms mined 1,223 BTC in Q2 2023, reaching a hashrate of 5.3 EH/s. Revenue was $35M, with a net loss of $25M. The firm also secured 150 MW of hydropower.