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    Bitcoin to Finally ‘Bury’ Ethereum? Peter Brandt Issues Grim Epic ‘Letter From the Grave’ Call

    Of course, the discussions about the terrible performance of Ether, or rather the merciless mockery of it, an asset believed to be able to flip Bitcoin, is one of the most active. Thus, the situation on the Ethereum/Bitcoin chart attracted the attention of Peter Brandt, an expert trader operating on the financial markets since the 1970s, who expressed his reaction to it in an unusual way. In his outlook, he described the situation with a question: “A letter from the grave????” Sounds ominous. As can be inferred based on the chart attached by Brandt to the post, the trader is confused by the fact that the price of ETH has approached a crucial level of dynamic support originating back in 2017.This is either the moment among the last seven years for the major altcoin to prove haters wrong or kill what was once a nearly 559 billion dollar asset, and that is not counting the roughly $120 billion ecosystem. More to the point, Ethereum is still an asset of at least $376.57 billion, according to CoinMarketCap data, and $34.77 billion in daily volume.The SOL token itself is going for an all-time high upgrade right now with great fanfare.The question posed by Brandt, while theatrical, does seem to be an extremely important point for the Ethereum-Bitcoin relationship. The crypto market is getting to the point where it may lock ETH in a box for a long time and let someone else take its crypto market share.This article was originally published on U.Today More

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    DOGE Founder Says Bitcoin Growth Dwarfs ‘Everything Else’ But What About Dogecoin?

    Shibetoshi Nakamoto, as Markus is known on social media, published his X post as Bitcoin has closely approached $98,000, setting yet another all-time high over the past month.Markus also shared a recommendation as to whether it is better to hold or sell Dogecoin now.Thus, Shibetoshi Nakamoto has underscored the amazing gap that has emerged between the fast-growing flagship cryptocurrency and all altcoins, including the second largest crypto, Ethereum.Over the last 24 hours, the bellwether cryptocurrency has added more than 4%, soaring to a new all-time high at $97,862 and taking another quick and major step toward the much-anticipated $100,000 level.Bitcoin has demonstrated an almost 10% increase since Sunday, when it traded at the $89,000 mark. In total, it has grown by 19% since Monday, Nov. 11, soaring from $81,880. At the time of this writing, BTC is changing hands at $97,461.Following Bitcoin’s extensive growth and also inspired by a few other drivers, Ethereum has soared by 2.85% to hit $3,140 after a 10.7% decline since Nov. 12. XRP has added an astonishing 95% since Nov. 11, surpassing the $1 level.Shibetoshi Nakamoto gave a unique answer: an animated GIF saying, “No Idea.” Markus is known for his skeptical attitude toward crypto investment and trading. According to tweets published earlier this year, he holds very little DOGE and BTC — 0.006 BTC in particular.Over the past week, DOGE has been trading in a range, holding near the $0.38 price level.This article was originally published on U.Today More

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    Bybit Launches Gold & FX Treasure Hunt Competition: Embark on a Quest for Real Gold Rewards

    Bybit, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, is excited to announce the Gold & FX Treasure Hunt — a unique competition tailored for crypto enthusiasts and traders of traditional assets. This event presents a rare opportunity to compete for high-value prizes, including real gold bars and coins, as part of an exciting trading journey. Against the backdrop of Bitcoin’s ascent and gold’s resurgence, the Treasure Hunt offers traders a golden chance to capitalize on global market dynamics.Discovering Real Gold Rewards in the Gold & FX Treasure HuntThe Gold & FX Treasure Hunt rewards traders with an array of coveted prizes, from gold bars and coins to significant USDT payouts. Participants can register and qualify by trading a minimum of 100 lots across supported contracts like Gold and Forex on Bybit’s MT5 platform.Bybit MT5: A Gateway to Diversified Global Trading for Forex ProfessionalsBybit MT5 empowers forex and commodity traders with direct access to markets such as Forex, Metals, Commodities, Oil, and Indices, all seamlessly traded with USDT. The platform offers a familiar and sophisticated trading environment for those transitioning to Bybit’s powerful interface, crafted to support both experienced and new forex traders.Key Details of Bybit’s Gold & FX Treasure HuntTwo Ways to Join the Hunt:1. Gold & FX PnL Battlefield:#Bybit / #TheCryptoArkAbout BybitBybit is the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, serving over 50 million users. Established in 2018, Bybit provides a professional platform where crypto investors and traders can find an ultra-fast matching engine, 24/7 customer service, and multilingual community support. Bybit is a proud partner of Formula One’s reigning Constructors’ and Drivers’ champions: the Oracle (NYSE:ORCL) Red Bull Racing team.For more details about Bybit, please visit Bybit Press For media inquiries, please contact: media@bybit.comFor more information, please visit: https://www.bybit.comFor updates, please follow: Bybit’s Communities and Social MediaDiscord | Facebook (NASDAQ:META) | Instagram | LinkedIn | Reddit | Telegram | TikTok | X | YoutubeContactHead of PRTony AuBybittony.au@bybit.comThis article was originally published on Chainwire More

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    Bybit Launches bbSOL Virtual Card, Bridging Solana Ecosystem with Innovative Features

    Bybit, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, has unveiled the bbSOL virtual card, offering Bybit Card holders a unique entry into the Solana ecosystem. Celebrating Bybit’s 6th anniversary, Bybit Card invites users to join the bbSOL evolution through a gamified experience designed for a dynamic growth journey and exclusive rewards.Marking both Bybit’s 6th anniversary and bbSOL’s debut year, the new bbSOL-themed virtual card expands the rewards options available to Bybit Card holders, including bbSOL perks and gaming points, enabling users to participate in the evolution of bbSOL financially and creatively.Registration is open to existing and new Bybit Card users. Once issued, the personalized virtual card can be added to Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL) Pay or Google (NASDAQ:GOOGL) Wallet on their device in supported regions. And with each tap of the virtual card, the evolution begins. Card holders enjoy a refreshing Web3 experience, with exclusive and interactive features that enhance their journey. There are three main paths to tailor their spending and unlock unique benefits:#Bybit / #TheCryptoArk / #Super6BybitAbout BybitBybit is the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, serving over 50 million users. Established in 2018, Bybit provides a professional platform where crypto investors and traders can find an ultra-fast matching engine, 24/7 customer service, and multilingual community support. Bybit is a proud partner of Formula One’s reigning Constructors’ and Drivers’ champions: the Oracle (NYSE:ORCL) Red Bull Racing team.For more details about Bybit, please visit Bybit Press For media inquiries, please contact: media@bybit.comFor more information, please visit: https://www.bybit.comFor updates, please follow: Bybit’s Communities and Social MediaDiscord | Facebook (NASDAQ:META) | Instagram | LinkedIn | Reddit | Telegram | TikTok | X | YoutubeContactHead of PRTony AuBybittony.au@bybit.comThis article was originally published on Chainwire More

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    Exclusive: BoxBet exits stealth mode after securing strategic financing

    CMCC, a $500 million venture capital firm backed by the Winklevoss twins and Richard Li’s Pacific Century Group, has previously funded key blockchain projects, including Solana. BoxBet plans to capitalize on Telegram’s vast user base of 900 million monthly active users, integrating its platform to offer a seamless gaming experience. Central to its ecosystem is the $BXBT token, a deflationary asset designed to align user participation with platform growth. As part of its launch strategy, the company is initiating a “Bet-to-Earn Airdrop,” giving users a stake in its operations from the start.The company said it intends to use the fresh funding to expand its presence in regulated markets by securing licenses and scaling operations. “The financing will support significant marketing initiatives, including partnerships with major sports franchises, to drive user acquisition and elevate brand visibility,” BoxBet said in a press release. Moreover, it will allow BoxBet to build out its team by recruiting talent from the iGaming and technology sectors to strengthen its execution capabilities.“We’re impressed by the BoxBet team’s expertise and their ability to execute,” said Martin Baumann, Managing Partner at CMCC Global. “They have the potential to transform the iGaming sector and build a globally recognized platform that changes how users engage with betting.”BoxBet has formed several strategic alliances, including a collaboration with a prominent privacy-focused browser in India and planned marketing initiatives with leading sports franchises across Latin America and Asia.  More

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    Bitcoin marches towards $100,000 on optimism over Trump crypto plans

    Bitcoin prices topped $98,000 for the first time during European trading, and were last up around 4% on the day.The cryptocurrency’s price has more than doubled this year and is up about 40% in the two weeks since Trump was voted in as the next U.S. president and a slew of pro-crypto lawmakers were elected to Congress.”While it’s now firmly into overbought territory, it is being drawn toward the $100k level,” said IG Markets analyst Tony Sycamore.Trump embraced digital assets during his campaign, promising to make the United States the “crypto capital of the planet” and to accumulate a national stockpile of bitcoin.More than $4 billion has streamed into U.S. listed bitcoin exchange-traded funds since the election. This week, there was a strong debut for options on BlackRock (NYSE:BLK)’s ETF, with call options – bets on the price going up – more popular than puts.Crypto-related stocks have soared along with the bitcoin price and shares in bitcoin miner MARA Holdings were up nearly 14% overnight, while MicroStrategy, a loss-making software company that has been buying bitcoin, rose 10% to take its market capitalisation beyond $100 billion.”Many are wondering if this administration will bring the regulatory clarity the crypto community has been waiting for. It’s likely too soon to say,” said Will Peck, head of digital assets at WisdomTree, a global exchange-traded fund issuer. “We see all of this excitement as bullish not only for bitcoin or crypto broadly, but the entire blockchain-enabled ecosystem that is growing today.” More

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    DegenLayer Introduces The First Memecoin Focused Blockchain

    DegenLayer, a newly launched memecoin focused blockchain & trading terminal app suite, has announced its testnet release, marking a key step toward its upcoming mainnet launch. The platform aims to facilitate zero setup memecoin trading and creation, leveraging the $20 billion liquidity within the Optimism Superchain ecosystem.The project’s developers project daily revenues of $1 million in ETH, assuming a daily DEX trading volume of $200 million. With low transaction fees and a streamlined user interface, DegenLayer seeks to provide a gateway for mainstream users to engage in blockchain-based trading and creation.The project’s native token $DELAY was fair launched on Uniswap last week, and is set to be listed on one of the top 15 CoinGecko-ranked exchanges next week, providing access to the token to their 10 million+ user community.The project is powered by a 60+ person team behind notable successes including PunksClub.io the CryptoPunk social network, Music.com (developed with Pharrell Williams), and AAA games like The Witcher 3 and Dying Light 2. The founding team previously achieved remarkable success with SuperBid, driving token value from $0.01 to $12 in 2021.About DegenLayerDegenLayer is a trading terminal and Ethereum Layer 2 blockchain designed to make memecoin trading accessible to mainstream users. Built on Optimism technology, the platform offers low-cost, high-speed transactions and a zero setup interface for memecoin trading and creation. Backed by a team with expertise in Web3, gaming, and entertainment, DegenLayer aims to bring innovative blockchain solutions to the global market.For more information about DegenLayer and its revolutionary approach to memecoin trading, users can visit https://degenlayer.wtf. Media inquiries can be directed to contact@degenlayer.wtf.ContactCEOJacob RylkoDegenLayercontact@degenlayer.wtfThis article was originally published on Chainwire More

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    Arcana Network Launches the First Ever Chain Abstraction Wallet, Ushering a New Era of Multi-Chain Transactions

    Arcana Network is thrilled to announce the launch of the Arcana Wallet Beta, now available on the Chrome Store, setting a new standard in blockchain accessibility and user experience through its pioneering Chain Abstraction Protocol. Built as the first Externally Owned Account (EOA) wallet to leverage Chain Abstraction, Arcana Wallet enables a frictionless, multi-chain experience where users can spend assets across Ethereum, Base, Polygon, Arbitrum, and Optimism seamlessly, with 20+ new chains coming soon.The Chrome Extension wallet is available at www.arcana.network/walletUnified Balance: Spend your assets held across chains, in 1-click, without bridgingArcana Wallet offers a range of features designed to eliminate fragmentation and provide users with streamlined access to decentralized finance. Through Arcana’s Chain Abstraction protocol, users can now manage their aggregated USDC, USDT, and ETH balances across multiple networks, all in a single wallet interface, and spend these funds instantly on any supported chain without the need for bridging.At its Beta launch, Arcana Wallet supports popular dApps, including Uniswap, Aave, Polymarket, Hyperliquid, and Jumper, with compatibility for additional applications and chains on the horizon. From currently supporting Ethereum, Base, Polygon, Optimism, and Arbitrum, the protocol aims to scale support to +20 EVM and non-EVM L1s, L2s, and appchains. Allowing users to manage funds from any of the integrated networks, it will mark a significant step toward a unified blockchain ecosystem.Arcana’s Chain Abstraction SDKTo cater the developer community, Arcana Network is also launching the Chain Abstraction SDK, enabling developers to implement Arcana’s Chain Abstraction features in their own dApps. The SDK is intended to provide a versatile toolkit for developers to build chainless user experiences and simplify blockchain interactions for end users, helping to grow Arcana’s vision of a unified Web3 UX.Joining the Arcana CommunityAs the Arcana Wallet Beta moves through its Testnet phase, feedback from users and partners will help shape the next generation of blockchain interactions.Users can download Arcana Wallet from the Chrome Store and experience the power of Chain Abstraction: Arcana Wallet Chrome StoreAbout Arcana NetworkArcana Network is a leading Chain Abstraction Protocol, powered by an Appchain, with the mission to transform the Web3 UX.Since its inception in 2021, Arcana Network has introduced products that make web3 effortless, with more than 4 million wallets generated, 500,000 active users, and 6 million transactions to date. The upcoming Chain Abstraction Protocol built on a Cosmos Appchain and powered by $XAR, is the next evolution in simplifying Web3.$XAR is the utility token that captures protocol fees, secures the network, incentivises early adopters, and rewards resource providers.Arcana Network’s innovative technology is backed by prominent investors, including Balaji S., Polygon founders, John Lilic, Santiago Roel, and investment funds such as Woodstock, Fenbushi, Republic, Polygon Ventures, DCG, LD Capital and others.Website | Twitter | Telegram | YouTubeContactMarketing ManagerAndria EfstathiouArcana Networkandria@arcana.networkThis article was originally published on Chainwire More