Economist and author of The Bitcoin Standard, Saifedean Ammous, has weighed in on the ongoing debate over spam inscriptions on the Bitcoin network, suggesting he would “throw in a few sats” to fund a full-time developer focused on making Bitcoin spamming more difficult and expensive. Ammous made the remarks in response to a thread initiated by … Read more
LUKSO, a blockchain platform focused on digital identity and creator economies LUKSO, a blockchain platform focused on digital identity and creator economies, has strengthened its leadership team with the appointment of Jan-Oliver Sell, the former CEO and Managing Director of Coinbase Germany, as Chief Operating Officer. Sell joins Universal Everything, the Berlin-based technology company behind … Read more
Disclosure: The views and opinions expressed here belong solely to the author and do not represent the views and opinions of crypto.news’ editorial. Right now, protocols are stuck: cycling between incentive-driven inflows and inevitable outflows of liquidity as providers chase higher and higher returns. Even with existing bridging and wrapping solutions, because of concerns around … Read more
Cryptocurrencies have captivated discussions for their practical uses, moving from speculation to tangible implementations recently. Beyond the extensive digital changes seen in financial sectors, blockchain and digital currencies manifest notable advantages across various industries. How Does Ripple’s Latest Initiative Function?Can Blockchain Revolutionize Agricultural Supply Chains? How Does Ripple’s Latest Initiative Function? In a strategic effort … Read more
Based on a speculation by an anonymous analyst, the current phase of FloppyPepe (FPPE) is strikingly similar to when Bitcoin (BTC) was still a newcomer in the game, selling for $1.This essentially insinuates how much growth potential lies in this new Matt-Furie-inspired meme coin, whose platform offerings position it as a strong competitor to DeFi … Read more
According to a recent CoinDesk report published on May 18th, data from CoinDesk Research reveals that DOGE has established a crucial support level at $0.212. This higher-than-usual trading volume suggests a resurgence of buyer interest. Notably, whale accounts have amassed over 1 billion DOGE in the last month, raising their cumulative holdings to 25.97 billion … Read more
If Trump’s bill is passed as it stands, it would introduce a 5% tax on remittances affecting over 40 million people. Analysts warn that this could spur the use of alternative options, such as crypto, to ensure these funds reach their destination while avoiding the proposed tax. ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’ Remittance Tax May Spur Crypto … Read more
Journalism, with Umberto Rispoli up, wins the 150th Preakness Stakes at Pimlico Race Course on Saturday, May 17, 2025, in Baltimore. (Lloyd Fox/Baltimore Sun/Tribune News Service via Getty Images) TNS Running back from the Kentucky Derby after a swift two weeks off, Journalism brightly and with dispatch showed his steel by running down the presumed … Read more
Retired artist Ed Suman lost over $2 million in cryptocurrency earlier this year after falling victim to a scam involving someone posing as a Coinbase support representative. Suman, 67, spent nearly two decades as a fabricator in the art world, helping build high-profile works such as Jeff Koons’ Balloon Dog sculptures, according to a May … Read more
The UK will require crypto firms to report all user and transaction data to HMRC by January 2026. Non-compliance may result in a £300 fine per user for incomplete or inaccurate reporting by crypto platforms. The UK government seems to be no longer playing cat and mouse with the crypto industry. Starting January 1, 2026, … Read more