Crypto investors have been cheerful this week, as bitcoin has kept refreshing all-time highs and market participants are hopeful that the digital-asset sector will benefit from a more friendly regulatory environment after President-elect Donald Trump takes office.
U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren Rises Into Role Where Crypto Sector Won’t Shake Her
Senator Elizabeth Warren, one of the chief U.S. critics of the crypto industry, confirmed she'd be taking the role as the most senior Democrat on the Senate Banking Committee. That panel will be responsible for handling crypto legislation in the coming months.
The price of bitcoin is soaring. Here’s a key move for investors to reduce future crypto taxes
The price of bitcoin is soaring. There's a key deadline for crypto investors to avoid a higher future tax bill.
Why Corporate Crypto Diversification Could be a Good Idea
With bitcoin’s total market cap of $1.3 trillion and the price per 1 BTC trading above $65,000 crypto long ago transcended its former reputation as a fringe investment. In fact, digital assets have become a legitimate component of some corporate treasury strategies.
Coincheck Marks Japan’s First SEC-Approved Crypto Listing on Nasdaq
In a groundbreaking move, Coincheck, a Japanese cryptocurrency exchange owned by Monex Group, has secured SEC approval to list on the Nasdaq, making it the first Japanese crypto exchange to do so. The ...
Crypto legislation likely coming under Trump, ex-SEC chief says
Congress is likely to adopt legislation governing cryptocurrencies during President-elect Donald Trump's administration, Jay Clayton, a former top Wall Street regulator and potential political appointee,
As crypto fortunes swell, Robinhood announces tie-up with charity platform Daffy
Crypto investors have seen their holdings soar this week as a result of post-election euphoria that has Bitcoin fast approaching $100,000. Now, for those looking to spread their newfound wealth around,
Crypto Industry Lobbies Trump and His Allies to Capitalize on Election Wins
A presidential committee stacked with industry loyalists. And legislation to let crypto companies operate freely in the United States. After years in the political wilderness, crypto executives are scrambling to execute a policy wish list that could ...
Japanese Firm Reports 155% Bitcoin Yield in Q3 2024
Tokyo-based Metaplanet has doubled its Bitcoin holdings to 1,018 BTC valued at $28 million, achieving a 155% BTC yield in Q3 2024 despite posting a net loss of $2.1 million.
Japan stocks lower at close of trade; Nikkei 225 down 1.55%
Investing.com – Japan stocks were lower after the close on Wednesday, as losses in the Transportation Equipment, Shipbuilding and Trading sectors led shares lower. At the close in Tokyo, the Nikkei ...
Tokyo Electron Reports Strong Half-Year Financial Results
Tokyo Electron ( (TOELF) ) has released its Q2 earnings. Here is a breakdown of the information Tokyo Electron presented to its investors.
Crypto Venture Funding Dipped in Quarter Before Trump’s Victory
Venture capital investment in the cryptocurrency sector fell significantly in the third quarter before President-elect Donald Trump’s electoral surge revived industry sentiment.
Crypto scam launderer pleads guilty to role in $73M scheme
A Chinese dual citizen has pleaded guilty for his role in helping launder $73 million that was stolen through various crypto scams. Li admitted he instructed others to open United States-based bank accounts under shell companies to “conceal or disguise ...
Seven & i considering launching management buyout, Nikkei and Bloomberg say
Japan's Seven & i Holdings is considering launching a management buyout that would see the retailer go private, the Nikkei newspaper and Bloomberg News reported on Wednesday, a deal that could be ...
Japanese rubber futures tumble on soft China data
The January rubber contract on the Shanghai Futures Exchange (SHFE) closed down 450 yuan, or 2.45%, at 17,905 yuan ($2,474.95) per metric ton. It earlier fell as much as 3%. The most-active January ...
Why crypto mania is reaching new heights
Excluding stablecoins, which are designed to avoid price swings, the top 20 crypto coins have appreciated even faster, on average, than bitcoin over the past week. Dogecoin, a meme coin often promoted ...