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Dogecoin Price Up 6.5%: What Is Going On?

Dogecoin's (CRYPTO: DOGE) rally back above 40 cents has captured the attention of traders, with many expressing optimism about a potential rally to new highs.

Dogecoin ETF Coming In 2025? 'I Think Someone's Going To Try,' Says ETF Analyst

With the presumably crypto-friendly Trump administration taking office in January 2025, speculation has begun about whether Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE) exchange-traded fund (ETF) could become a

Vladimir Putin Signs Bitcoin Mining, Crypto Taxation Law

Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a law introducing taxation on income and expenses derived from digital currency mining, purchase and sale.

This Crypto 'Killer App' Could Grow 1,000% Under A Trump Administration: Report

A new report indicates that stablecoins, currently a $163 billion market, could grow to represent 10% of the U.S.

Trader Scores Over $800,000 From Crypto Airdrop: 'Thank You For The Life-Changing Wealth Generation Event'

A crypto trader has reportedly earned $800,000 worth of Hype (CRYPTO: HYPE) tokens through the airdrop of decentralized exchange Hyperliquid.

Ethereum Outperformed Bitcoin This Week As Key Indicators Shift: Report

Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) has outperformed Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) in several key metrics over the past week, signaling a potential shift in market dynamics

Bitcoin 'Supercycle' Narrative Is A 'Collective Delusion,' Influential Crypto Venture Capitalist Says

Chris Burniske, a prominent voice in the crypto space and partner at Placeholder VC, dismissed the idea of a Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) "supercycle," labeling it a “collective delusion.”

Will Apple Or NVIDIA Be The World's Most Valuable Company By The End Of 2024? Polymarket Traders Have A Clear Favorite

Apple and NVIDIA are frontrunners for world's largest company by end of 2024, with Microsoft far behind.

Coinbase's Armstrong: Warren Was Involved In 'One Of The Most Unethical, Un-American Things In The Biden Administration'

Coinbase CEO criticizes Senator Warren for alleged involvement in attempts to undermine cryptocurrency industry, sparking tensions between industry and Democrats.

Dogecoin To Hit 69 Cents By Inauguration Day? Polymarket Traders Are Not Convinced

Polymarket traders are split on Dogecoin's (CRYPTO: DOGE) trajectory as Inauguration Day approaches, with a 41% chance for DOGE to hit the 69 cents

'Crypto Dad' Chris Giancarlo Advocates For Passing Crypto Regulation From The SEC To Another Commission — Here's Why

Former CFTC Chairman Chris Giancarlo has expressed strong support for the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) taking on a larger role in regulating cryptocurrencies like

Donald Trump Eyes Former SEC Comissioner Paul Atkins As Gary Gensler's Successor

Donald Trump considers Paul Atkins, a financial regulator and digital assets advocate, to lead SEC. Other candidates also under consideration.

Ripple To Invest In Rebranded XRP Exchange-Traded Product By Bitwise

Blockchain payments firm Ripple (CRYPTO: XRP) on Wednesday announced plans to invest in the newly rebranded Bitwise Physical XRP ETP.

Donald Trump To Establish A National Bitcoin Reserve? Pros Vs Cons Compared

President-elect Donald Trump is considering a proposal to establish a national Bitcoin reserve, a move that could intertwine cryptocurrency with U.S. fiscal strategy.

Long-Term Bitcoin Holders Locking In $2.02 Billion In Daily Realized Profits, Setting A New Record

Bitcoin's (CRYPTO: BTC) long-term holders are cashing in like never before, realizing an unprecedented $2.02 billion

Jim Cramer 'Cannot Take So Much Abuse' After Drawing Ridicule For Bitcoin, Apple Calls — But He's Not The Only One Touting BTC

Jim Cramer, the outspoken host of CNBC's Mad Money, has publicly voiced his frustration over the backlash he receives for his market predictions.

Bitcoin At $93,000—Crash Or Pause? 'Bullish Outlook For 2025,' Says 10x Research

Bitcoin's (CRYPTO: BTC) dip to $93,000 can be attributed to pressure from a combination of macroeconomic shifts, technical signals and on-chain trends, according to the latest note by 10x Research.

Trump-Linked Crypto Platform World Liberty Financial Appoints Justin Sun As Advisor After $30 Million Investment

World Liberty Financial, a decentralized lending platform backed by allies of President-elect Donald Trump, has announced Tron (CRYPTO: TRON) founder Justin Sun

Pantera Bitcoin Fund Hits 1,000X Return, Predicts BTC At $740,000 By 2028

Pantera Bitcoin Fund has achieved a monumental milestone, delivering a lifetime return of 1,000x, or 131,165% net of fees, since its inception.

Bitcoin Correction Could Go As Deep As $88,700 But $125,000 Year-End Target Remains In Play, Says Standard Chartered

Bitcoin‘s (CRYPTO: BTC) sharp pullback from its record high just under $100,000 has sparked concern among traders, with Standard Chartered‘s Geoffrey Kendrick attributing the correction to several factors, including a reduction in U.S.