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15 Bitcoin Sold for 1 Cent Exactly 15 Years Ago: Details

BitcoinDec 12

On this day 15 years ago, 15 BTC were sold for just 1 cent, something that now seems almost unbelievable given Bitcoin's current value. Bitcoin historian Pete Rizzo shared this fascinating tidbit of history as a fun fact on X, saying: "15 years ago today, you could buy 15 Bitcoin for 1 cent." FUN FACT: 15 years ago today, you could buy 15 #Bitcoin for 1 cent ✨ pic.twitter.com/S3mBjM1EQk — The Bitcoin Historian (@pete_rizzo_) December 11, 2024 In late 2009, Bitcoin was still in its infancy. Launched by the mysterious Satoshi Nakamoto in January of that year, Bitcoin was a…

Orbs Liquidity Hub Partners with Lumia to Improve DeFi Trade Efficiency

DeFiDec 12

In a noteworthy development for DeFi, Orbs Network is integrating an advanced zkEVM solution Lumia into Liquidity Hub. As a result of Lumia’s integration, Orbs liquidity hub targets optimizing liquidity aggregation and trade execution, facilitating DeFi users with efficient and cost-effective swaps. The platform took to social media to disclose this endeavor. A new solver has joined Liquidity Hub! Welcome @BuildOnLumia, now competing to deliver some of the cheapest on-chain liquidity 🥳 Lumia might fulfill your next swap on a DEX that has integrated Liquidity Hub! 🔁 Learn more: https://t.co/hPAkZH4xi8 pic.twitter.com/nvRp91eLoq — Orbs (@orbs_network) December 10, 2024 Orbs Liquidity Hub…

Kyrgyzstan advances plans for national digital currency: report

RegulationDec 12

The digital som, Kyrgyzstan’s future national virtual currency, moved closer to reality with parliamentary approval of a draft law outlining its framework. Kyrgyzstan’s Parliament has approved a draft law defining the status and legal framework for the digital som, the country’s central bank digital currency, in its first reading, Azerbaijani media outlet Trend reports. The National Bank of Kyrgyzstan, which will oversee the issuance and operation of the digital som, plans to launch prototype testing in early 2025. Following successful trials, a decision on full implementation is expected by the end of 2026, the report reads. Once adopted, the digital…

Bitcoin price to hit $275,000, top crypto expert predicts

BitcoinDec 12

Bitcoin price has encountered strong resistance around the $100,000 level amid profit-taking by retail investors. Bitcoin (BTC), the biggest cryptocurrency, was trading at $98,900 on Dec. 11, lower than the all-time high of about $104,000. Crypto analysts believe the coin has more upside potential as demand continues to grow while supply diminishes. In a recent piece, the Wall Street Journal noted that the coin’s supply was one of the primary reasons why it will continue rising in value. Bitcoin’s supply is capped at 21 million coins, with over 19.7 million already mined, leaving only 1.3 million yet to be created.…

Plume and Chateau Capital join forces to unlock $500m private market investments

DeFiDec 12

Plume Network, a fully integrated layer-1 modular blockchain for real-world asset finance, is partnering with Chateau Capital to tokenize illiquid assets and unlock more than $500 million in private market investments. The partnership aims to bring premium private market investments on-chain, Plume Network and Chateau Capital announced in a press release. This collaboration is expected to democratize private markets by providing new opportunities to global investors. Chateau Capital’s decentralized finance infrastructure, which bridges traditional finance and DeFi, will play a central role in the partnership. The initiative will enable investors to access institutional-grade investment opportunities through the tokenization of traditionally…

SoftBank veteran Akshay Naheta in talks to sell stake in his stablecoin payments firm: report

RegulationDec 11

Akshay Naheta is reportedly negotiating the sale of a minority stake in his stablecoin payments startup, with plans to use the proceeds for market expansion. Akshay Naheta, the former SoftBank executive behind some of the company’s biggest deals, is reportedly in early discussions to sell a minority stake in the stablecoin payments startup he co-founded, Bloomberg has learned, citing sources close to the matter. Distributed Technologies Research, which uses blockchain to process stablecoins for cross-border payments, is said to use the funds to expand into newer markets, including the U.S., the sources say. The size of the first public fundraise…

South Korea's Largest Cryptocurrency Exchange Upbit Announces Listing of a New Altcoin!

ExchangesDec 11

South Korea’s largest cryptocurrency exchange Upbit announced plans to list Movement (MOVE) on December 9. Upbit to List Movement (MOVE) with KRW, BTC and USDT Trading Pairs The listing will feature trading pairs denominated in KRW, BTC, and USDT, providing users with multiple options for trading tokens. What is Movement (MOVE)? Movement is an Ethereum Layer 2 solution designed to increase scalability and transaction efficiency. It supports both MoveVM and EVM transactions, enabling faster and more cost-effective transactions while offering compatibility with the Ethereum ecosystem. Key Listing Details Start Time: December 9, 2024, 20:00 Trading Pairs: MOVE/KRW, MOVE/BTC, MOVE/USDT Features:…

Crypto travel platform Travala introduces Bitcoin reserve plan

BitcoinDec 11

Travala, a cryptocurrency-based travel booking platform, has announced a new “Treasury Reserve Plan” after surpassing $100 million in annual gross revenue. The plan will see the company hold reserves in Bitcoin (BTC) and its native AVA token to strengthen its financial foundation and support future growth, according to a company release. Travala integrates blockchain technology to offer travel bookings paid with cryptocurrencies and traditional currencies. To expand its reach, the company has partnered with travel metasearch engines like Skyscanner and KAYAK. Travala’s growth coincides with record highs in the crypto market and increased demand for blockchain-powered travel solutions. You might…

Aave to debut on Linea following fork rival ZeroLend’s controversy

DeFiDec 11

Aave is about to launch its protocol on Linea following a community vote, months after its forked rival faced scrutiny on the same network. The Aave (AAVE) community has given the green light to proposal #5ae27, which suggests deploying the Aave V3 protocol on Linea, a zk-rollup network supported by Consensys. The proposal, first submitted on Nov. 19, saw overwhelming support, with more than 636,000 AAVE tokens cast in favour, signalling a strong push for Aave to broaden its reach in decentralized finance. Table of Contents Why Linea What it means for Aave The Shadow of ZeroLend Governance and next…

Here's how much Warren Buffett is up on his crypto stock in 2024

RegulationDec 11

Although Warren Buffett has maintained a hostile stance towards cryptocurrencies, particularly Bitcoin (BTC), his investment company, Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE: BRK.A), still has some indirect exposure to the sector, with bets notching some profits. His pessimistic stand comes as Bitcoin trades at record highs and is now under consideration for inclusion in the United States Strategic Reserve. Buffett has maintained that he sees a bad ending for the asset, famously referring to it as ‘rat poison.’ When looking at his indirect crypto exposure, Buffett, through Berkshire Hathaway, has a stake in Brazilian fintech company Nu Holdings (NYSE: NU). Nu Holdings enables…