Better Know a Crypto Candidate: Robert Hyde
As part of its 2024 US election coverage, Cointelegraph spoke to various congressional candidates to gather their views on cryptocurrency and blockchain technology. Go to Source
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Bitcoin $73.7K breakout ‘imminent,’ selloff intensity ‘might vary’ — Analyst
A Bitget analyst predicts that Bitcoin’s “imminent” price breakout will come with “occasional cool-offs” unless there’s stronger confidence in a “pro-Bitcoin” president taking office. Go to Source
‘Silly’ to shade Ethereum, the ‘Microsoft of blockchains’ — Bitwise exec
Ethereum is still home to the most active crypto developers and is the most attractive chain to build applications on top of for big companies, argues Bitwise’s Matt Hougan. Go to Source
Crypto execs plan to raise $100K for Harris at fundraiser: Report
A group of crypto industry players wants to sway Kamala Harris to soften on crypto as she maintains a slight lead in national polling over Donald Trump. Go to Source
US senators urge CFTC to finalize ban on election betting
It comes as decentralized prediction platform Polymarket has gathered more than $500 million in bets on who will likely win the 2024 United States presidential election. Go to Source
Joe Biden’s withdrawal wiped $67M in long positions in 30 minutes
US President Joe Biden’s withdrawal from the 2024 presidential race led to a sharp crypto dip followed by a near-immediate correction, leading to huge liquidations. Go to Source
Kraken’s Jesse Powell Donates $1 Million to Trump
Crypto industry leader Jesse Powell has made a significant donation of $1 million, primarily in ethereum, to Donald Trump’s presidential campaign. In a social media post, Powell cited the crypto industry’s struggles with regulation under the Biden administration, specifically naming Elizabeth Warren and Gary Gensler as obstacles. Powell expressed optimism that Trump’s pro-crypto stance will … Read more
Messari CEO Criticizes US President’s Crypto Stance, Foresees ‘Mass Wealth Confiscation’ if Biden Gets Reelected
Recently, Messari’s founder and CEO, Ryan Selkis, has expressed strong opinions about the potential impact of a Joe Biden reelection on the cryptocurrency industry in the United States. On Thursday, Selkis voiced his concerns on the social media platform X, stating that a “second Biden term will lead to mass wealth confiscation and crypto seizures.” … Read more
Presidential Election Betting Surges as Odds Tighten on Polymarket
The competition has notably intensified in recent months for the 2024 U.S. presidential election, as indicated by the prediction market platform Polymarket. Just two months ago, former President Donald Trump was ahead with a 52% lead, while incumbent Joe Biden was at 33%. Current figures from Polymarket still place Trump in the lead, albeit by … Read more
Bitcoin Volatility Expected to Rise After the US Presidential Election
While the United States prepares for the results of the 2020 Presidential Election, a number of data points and traders expect some significant cryptocurrency price fluctuations this week. Statistics from skew.com show bitcoin’s 30-day implied volatility has increased to 59% while 3-6 month stats jumped over 62%. The digital currency economy is hovering at around … Read more
