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Mindbytes 1

MicroStrategy Expanding Bitcoin Holdings, Preparing for Further Purchases

MicroStrategy has acquired 7,420 more Bitcoins for $458.2 million, raising its total holdings to 252,220 BTC, worth $9.9 billion, as part of its ongoing Bitcoin accumulation strategy.

ABHIDHA / 2 min read
Mindbytes 2

Federal Rate Cut Boosting Ethereum Rally While ETFs Face Outflows

The Federal Reserve's rate cut boosts Ethereum's (ETH) price, but ETFs see outflows as investors sell for profit or hold ETH directly for potential gains.

ABHIDHA / 2 min read
Mindbytes 3

dYdX to Launch Perpetual Futures on Prediction Markets, Aiming for Greater Visibility

Sneha Ghodvaidya / 2 min read
Mindbytes 4

Fed Rate Cuts: Potential Risks for Crypto Markets

"Arthur Hayes warns that potential Federal Reserve rate cuts may bring temporary relief to traditional markets but could spark increased volatility and instability within the rapidly evolving cryptocurrency sector."



Sneha Ghodvaidya / 2 min read
Mindbytes 5

Solana’s Fakeout is Triggering a Potential 13% Price Drop

Solana (SOL) faces a potential 13% drop after a fake breakout. Despite bullish sentiment, technical indicators suggest bearish momentum, with support at $126.46 and a possible decline to $109.64.

ABHIDHA / 2 min read
Mindbytes 6

CFTC Warns of Surge in Election Gambling Ahead of Appeals Court Ruling

"CFTC warns of a potential surge in election-related gambling as the U.S. Appeals Court deliberates on regulatory measures. Concerns rise over market integrity amid political betting's growing popularity."


pallavi Dubey / 2 min read
Mindbytes 7

Bitcoin and Ether Experience Sharp Decline Ahead of Fed Rate Cuts

"Bitcoin and Ethereum drop 5% as investors brace for Federal Reserve rate cuts, sparking uncertainty in the crypto markets. Will upcoming monetary policy changes fuel volatility or opportunity?"



Sneha Ghodvaidya / 2 min read
Mindbytes 8

Bitcoin Whales Reducing Holdings as They Wait Out Market Volatility

Bitcoin whales have reduced their holdings since March, but experts suggest it's a strategic move. Despite volatility, analysts predict the price could swing sharply in either direction soon.

ABHIDHA / 2 min read
Mindbytes 9

US Election Betting Faces Critical CFTC-Kalshi Showdown

As the CFTC battles Kalshi, a leading prediction market platform, the future of political betting in the U.S. hangs in the balance with regulatory implications at stake.

pallavi Dubey / 2 min read
Mindbytes 10

Bitcoin Bargain Hunters Active on Kraken and Coinbase Amid Market Volatility

Bitcoin trading surges on Kraken and Coinbase as bargain hunters capitalize on market volatility, seizing discounted prices. Investors hope for a rebound amid fluctuating conditions and ongoing economic uncertainty.

Sneha Ghodvaidya / 2 min read

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