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IMF Warning Shrugged Off; US Stablecoin Bill Race
The crypto market quickly rebounded after the International Monetary Fund (IMF) predicts increased recession risk. MicroStrategy shares fall after a Jefferies downgrade to ‘underperform’. Plus, venture capital funding is close to surpassing a 2021 record. And South Korean prosecutors slap ‘notification upon arrival’ on Terra’s Do Kwon. We’ll have more on those stories — and other news shaping the cryptocurrency and blockchain world — in this episode of The Daily Forkast, July 27.
Fed Nerves Hit Crypto; Philippines Crypto Tax Pushed
Crypto prices fall ahead of the Fed meeting. Philippine President Marcos Jr. pushes tax for digital services to boost economy, cut debt. Talks between FTX and Bithumb over a potential buyout raise questions. Sam Bankman-Fried lashes out at Voyager for rejecting FTX’s proposal. Binance’s Changpeng Zhao sues Bloomberg in Hong Kong.
Bsp Says No Crypto Ban; Rehab for Crypto Addicts
Philippines central bank governor says no plan to ban cryptocurrency. Coinbase insider trading case raises questions about regulations. Zipmex extends customer withdrawal freeze until Friday, Thailand’s SEC asks for clarity. Rehabilitation centers offer services to crypto trading addicts. Those stories and other news shaping the cryptocurrency and blockchain world in this episode of "The Daily Forkast."
Tesla’s Bitcoin Dump; Zipmex Freezes Withdrawals
Bitcoin slips after Tesla announcement, but analysts say we could have seen the bottom. Crypto trading volumes in India recover. Polygon’s ZK solution aims to slash current layer 1 Ethereum network costs by 90%. Singapore-based Zipmex freezes withdrawals. Documents reveal Vauld owes retail customers $363 million.
Bitcoin’s Real Role Examined; 3AC’s Complex Ties Revealed
Report says Bitcoin users in emerging markets looking beyond investment. U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis says vote on crypto bill unlikely this year. Sam Bankman-Fried says “moderately bad” deals okay during bailouts. Court documents show strong ties between 3AC and TPS Capital. Dubai scorches crypto winter with plans to support 40,000 metaverse jobs.
Celsius Plans Repayment Options; Bitcoin Breaks $22,000
Celsius claims Bitcoin mining plan could help pay customers back. ether (ETH) price breaks $1,600, Ethereum classic (ETC) surges 22%. India says a ban on crypto would require international collaboration. Binance fined by Dutch central bank for improper registration. Those stories and other news shaping the cryptocurrency and blockchain world in this episode of "The Daily Forkast."
Crypto Trading Volumes Tank; India’s Crypto Info Call to G20
Trading volumes plummet as crypto winter bites and investors hold onto Bitcoin. Venture Capital investment in crypto startups falls, but the number of deals done rises. India’s finance minister calls on G20 to share information on crypto. US lawmakers say crypto miners should disclose energy data. Apathy at home compels South Korea’s blockchain game developers to market games abroad. Those stories and other news shaping the cryptocurrency and blockchain world in this episode of "The Daily Forkast."
Celsius Reveals $1.2B Financial Hole; Terra Subsidiary Investigated
Celsius reveals $1.2 billion hole in balance sheet. OpenSea cutting 20% of its workforce. Circle’s reserve breakdown shows $13.58 billion cash and $42.12 billion in U.S. Treasurys. ETH2 merger closer as ninth shadow fork goes live. Report says Terra subsidiary used as funds channel for overseas affiliates. Play-to-earn games shifting focus to fun. Those stories and other news shaping the cryptocurrency and blockchain world in this episode of "The Daily Forkast"
Celsius Files for Bankruptcy; Crypto Unfazed by US inflation
Celsius files for bankruptcy after paying off hundreds of millions of dollars of loans. Bitcoin bounces back after U.S. CPI hits 41-year high. MATIC skyrockets as Polygon joins Disney accelerator. Bitcoin hashrate slumps to lowest in over five months amid over 100 degree weather in Texas. Questions over Circle’s USDC reserves linger despite reassurances. Those stories and other news shaping the cryptocurrency and blockchain world in this episode of "The Daily Forkast."
3AC Founder Briefly Surfaces; Buterin Defends Ethereum
Court gives Three Arrows Capital liquidators permission to claim US assets. Celsius pays off USDC loan on Aave, unlocks over $415 million in collateral. Buterin defends proof-of-stake blockchain ahead of Ethereum merge. Lightspeed launches $500 million fund for India and South East Asia.