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The market capitalization for TON meme coins surged 98% over the past 24 hours with Resistance Dog (REDO) leading the charge following the arrest of Telegram’s founder Pavel Durov in France. During the past day of trading, the REDO price skyrocketed more than 180% to trade at $0.7733 as of 1:15 a.m. EST. Other resistance-themed tokens including Resistance Girl (REGI), The Resistance Cat ($RECA) and Resistance Notcoin (RENO) were among the biggest 24-hour gainers in the TON meme coin ecosystem. Tensions Rise Between Russia And France After The Arrest Of Pavel Durov Some Russian officials have “reacted angrily” to the arrest of the Telegram founder and CEO. They have also described the arrest as an indirect hostile act against Russia, according to a Wall Street Journal report .  A statement released on Aug. 25 by the Russian Embassy in France alleges that authorities are refusing to respond to their attempts to gain access to Durov. “As of today, the Fr...

As the cryptocurrency market recovers after a period of volatility, certain digital assets are emerging as frontrunners, demonstrating both resilience and strong growth potential.  While the broader market shows signs of recovery, specific altcoins are standing out due to their robust fundamentals, innovative developments, and increasing community interest.  Among these, a few cryptocurrencies are positioned to make significant waves in the coming weeks. With crucial upgrades on the horizon, these digital assets are gearing up for a potential breakout. Picks for you Bitcoin eyes $110,000 for an year-end rally - Here’s why  2 hours ago Trading expert names altcoin to 'keep your eyes on' as Bitcoin starts moving ...

When the SEC revealed the untold history of Richard Heart’s crypto projects in July last year, his use of investor money was an aside. At the time, ‘Hexicans’ — fans of his flagship project, HEX — were buying tickets for the debut of his feature-length movie. Rather than question Heart’s extravagant lifestyle, many chose to focus instead on the never-before-published history of his supposed ‘blockchain certificate of deposit.’ Oddly, HEX was down 99% from its high by the time his movie premiered. Heart’s fans have always known that he, like many crypto founders, was rich and flaunted expensive purchases. Nevertheless, he had always promised his fans that his wealth came from elsewhere — his prior business from which he generated millions of dollars. However, as his ex-business partner Eric Wall explained, that was simply a tactic pulled from a book about cult leadership. “He has literally read books on how to create cults. I think it’s called The 48 Laws of Power . Th...

The cryptocurrency market seems to be recovering, with Bitcoin aiming to reclaim price levels beyond the $60K mark. At press time, BTC is sitting at $60,862, up 0.29% in the last 24 hours. Dogecoin is also showing signs of recovery. The BTC token had earlier touched the coveted $70K mark, and since then, it has plummeted to trade between the $56K and $59K price range. With Bitcoin healing, the altcoin market is also expected to usher in a new positive change. Shiba Inu and Dogecoin, in particular, are expected to experience a positive price surge as new ecosystem developments sweep their respective spaces. Also Read: Ripple XRP Price Prediction if Cardano ADA Reaches $1.60 Weekend Price Predictions for SHIB and DOGE SHIB Price Prediction Shiba Inu (SHIB) has long been trying to climb higher on the cryptocurrency radar. The token’s ecosystem is gearing up to launch various product offerings to tempt new users. With the SHIB team busy launching services like SHIB Marketplace, SHIB ...

Donald Trump is teasing a new crypto DeFi project on his TruthSocial account. “For too long, the average American has been squeezed by the big banks and financial elites,” the Republican nominee posted to his account Thursday morning.” It’s time we take a stand—together.” The post ends with a link to a new Telegram channel called “ The DeFiant Ones ,” which has already garnered over 31,000 subscribers. JUST IN: Donald Trump teases crypto project and says "for too long, the average American has been squeezed by the big banks and financial elites. It's time we take a stand together." pic.twitter.com/MQhz7WiHMI — Watcher.Guru (@WatcherGuru) August 22, 2024 Decentralized finance (DeFi) is a growing network of peer-to-peer financial services. It uses blockchain technology to allow users to lend, borrow, stake, and trade without the need for intermediaries like banks and credit card companies. Trump’s bid for reelection in November has leaned in...

Justin Sun’s Tron (TRX) has kept it low-key for the last few years. The advent of newer cryptocurrencies sidelined the somewhat older ones. But in a new development, TRX is making headlines following its recent uptick. Also Read: Cardano Price Prediction: How High Can ADA Rise In September 2024? TRX’s Recent Performance and Market Position Source Trade Volume and Market Valuation Over the past seven days, the altcoin surged by 16%. The asset went from a low of $0.13 to a high of $0.16. At press time, TRX was trading at $0.1529, but following a slight setback, it dipped by 4.42% over the past 24 hours. At the same time, its trade volume increased by 139%. TRX’s daily trading volume has reached its highest point since Nov. 7, 2022, with a total of $1.87 billion. With a market valuation of over $13.8 billion, it ranks as the tenth largest cryptocurrency. Overtaking Cardano and Revenue Milestones The asset managed to overtake Cardano (ADA). In addition, the daily revenue on Augu...

Institutional adoption of digital assets has grown, with most of the top Hedge Funds declaring Bitcoin ETF holdings. Recent data reveals that 60% of the top 25 hedge funds have disclosed holdings in Bitcoin ETFs. Moreover, Bitcoin is witnessing a market revival following its crash on August 5. This positive sentiment has trickled to other top cryptocurrencies, including BNB, Ethereum, and Cardano. New cryptocurrency releases, listings, and presales today are also riding the positive wave. InsideBitcoins provides a curated list of these tokens to assist interested investors. New Cryptocurrency Releases, Listings, and Presales Today WEEX distinguishes itself with a cost-effective strategy, offering up to 200x leverage, zero liquidation fees, and competitive transaction costs. Meanwhile, the Meme Games uniquely impacts the cryptocurrency landscape by linking its meme coin with the excitement surrounding the 2024 Paris Olympics.  The Internet Computer’s Chain Fusion technolo...

A recent report on Palau’s National Government Payment Service revealed a significant interaction between Ripple and the International Monetary Fund (IMF), driving XRP's price to $0.61. The report highlights the completion of Phase 2a of Palau’s digital payment initiative, which focuses on developing a stablecoin service, "PSC," in collaboration with Ripple using the XRP Ledger (XRPL). This phase involved assessing stakeholder requirements to create a national payment ecosystem, especially for the unbanked and underbanked. The report also includes feedback and recommendations for a phased nationwide rollout, with the IMF Technical Assistance Team playing a pivotal role in this process. This substantial technical engagement between Ripple and the IMF is seen as a major step toward enhancing financial resilience and improving payment systems globally. XRP community figure WrathofKahneman (WoK) emphasized that this report provides tangible evidence of Ripple's co...

The Federal Reserve could be set to see as many as a million US jobs completely vanish in what would be the largest downward revision in 15 years. Indeed, a Bloomberg report notes that job growth through March was far less robust than initially estimated,” preceding the potential revision. The Federal Reserve faces concerns that it is behind the curve in curing interest rates. Currently, they are slated to cut the 23-year high rates at their September meeting. Yet, the revised employment data would be a concerning development. Specifically, questioning the Fed’s approach to this point. JUST IN: Feds face "up to a million" US jobs "vanishing" in potentially the largest downward revision in 15 years, Bloomberg reports. — Watcher.Guru (@WatcherGuru) August 20, 2024 Also Read: Federal Reserve Leaves Interest Rates Unchanged in July 2024 Fed Faces Largest Downward Revision to US Jobs Data in 15 Years Source: Brookings Institute There is no denying the fragility of the c...

Bitcoin has been the leading cryptocurrency for quite some time. Now, it is making significant strides in the financial world alongside the Euro (EUR). This change could challenge the US Dollar’s dominance. As market dynamics shift, these currencies’ performances and their dance with the greenback are interesting. Let’s explore this further. Also Read: Tron Surges Past Ethereum & Cardano into Top 10 Cryptos Bitcoin (BTC) & EUR vs. US Dollar: Volatility, Security & More Market Volatility and Currency Relationships The relationship between Bitcoin (BTC) and the EUR/USD pair has evolved over recent years. Above, you can see the Bitcoin/USD and EUR/USD charts from 2017 to 2024. It shows both Bitcoin and the Euro demonstrating resilience against the US Dollar at key support levels. Bitcoin’s price has stayed strong even when EUR/USD trends were down. This shows Bitcoin might outperform traditional currencies in some market conditions. Bitcoin Security Concerns and Regulator...