Tag: market manipulation

So, it has finally occurred. Sam Bankman-Fried, known by many as a dubious character, has been handed a prison sentence of 25 years. While some may argue it’s not enough, it’s a significant development nonetheless. The entire cryptocurrency community has been abuzz with a sense of relief and vindication over the past twenty-four hours. This event led me to ponder another figure in the crypto realm whom the U.S. legal system has its sights set on – Changpeng “CZ” Zhao.

Institutional investors are gearing up to flood the Bitcoin market with a staggering $1 trillion in investments, as sustained growth and increased acceptance of cryptocurrencies continue to bolster confidence in digital assets. The optimistic projection comes from a top executive at Bitwise Asset Management, a leading provider of cryptocurrency index funds and ETFs.

As the cryptocurrency community braces for the outcome of one of its most prominent figures, Sam Bankman-Fried, anticipation is rife ahead of his sentencing hearing scheduled for tomorrow. Bankman-Fried, the billionaire founder of the popular crypto exchange FTX, faces a pivotal moment as he awaits the decision on charges related to alleged regulatory violations and market manipulation. Here’s a closer look at what to expect from this highly anticipated legal proceeding.

Bitcoin ETFs allow holders to use Bitcoin as a collateral and gain access to credit and leverage in the traditional markets. The few billion dollars of liquidity that’s coming in today will be nothing compared to what’s coming when more institutions begin to understand this.

South Korea takes a strong stance against crypto crime with the “Virtual Asset User Protection Act,” imposing harsh penalties for market manipulation, illegal transactions, and information misuse. This move signifies a commitment to fostering a safe and secure environment for digital asset users.

JP Morgan CEO Jamie Dimon has stirred controversy by asserting that Bitcoin’s creator, Satoshi Nakamoto, will defy the cryptocurrency’s fundamental principles and increase its supply beyond the established limit of 21 million coins. This unexpected claim has triggered outrage within the Bitcoin community, with many dismissing Dimon’s statements as baseless and an attempt to manipulate the market.

Grayscale’s on a Bitcoin bender! Three days, three Bitcoin blizzards, all funneled to Coinbase Prime during peak market hours. A total of 31,638 BTC ($1.366 billion) on the move – is this the ETF catalyst we’ve been yearning for, or a crypto heist in the making? Buckle up, folks, because the plot thickens faster than a blockchain block!

BlackRock CEO Larry Fink is bullish on Ethereum and tokenization, stating that he sees value in an Ethereum ETF and believes it’s a stepping stone towards a future built on tokenized assets.

Bitcoin’s week has been a dizzying dance between skyrocketing ETF-fueled optimism and sudden sell-offs, leaving investors grasping for answers. While OTC trading hints at institutional excitement, regulatory shadows still loom, making the Bitcoin’s future a thrilling, yet uncertain, spectacle.

CirrusNFT made a tweet that sent shockwaves through the NFT market, reporting a significant Penguin sale. According to him, a collector dumped 39 Pudgy Penguins making more than a million dollars from the sale.