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Documentary Claims to Know Identity of Bitcoin Creator Satoshi Nakamoto, Igniting Debate 🌲The answer to the cryptosphere’s longest-standing question – Who is Satoshi Nakamoto? – might finally be answered. 🌲According to a Politico report, a new HBO documentary titled Money Electric is set to reveal the identity of Bitcoin’s creator. 🌲Some in the community have speculated it will portray Len Sassaman as the blockchain’s original founder. 🌲Crypto social media was sent into a frenzy upon the documentary’s trailer, with many cynical about whether it will reveal the truth behind Satoshi’s identity. The documentary will air on October the 8th in the US. https://cryptonews.com.au/news/documentary-claims-to-know-identity-of-bitcoin-creator-satoshi-nakamoto-igniting-debate-123735/

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Aussie Analysts Reveal What Drives Latest Memecoin Craze, SUI’s Big Play to Build Community! 🌲Swyftx analysts identified key factors driving recent trends in the crypto market, focusing on some of the best-performing assets, the current outlook for geopolitical tensions, and how it could affect the crypto market. 🌲The conflict in the Middle East has negatively impacted the crypto market, leading to a 2.3% decline in overall market cap and significant drops in Bitcoin and Ethereum prices. 🌲SUI, the native currency of the Sui Network, saw a significant 10% price increase. Its token unlock contributed to this growth, as it released 64M tokens into circulation. https://cryptonews.com.au/news/aussie-analysts-reveal-what-drives-latest-memecoin-craze-suis-big-play-to-build-community-123731/

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Ethereum ETFs Pick Up Speed as BlackRock’s ETHA Surpasses $1 Billion in Total Value 🌲US Ethereum ETFs had a rocky start but are poised for a strong Q4, led by BlackRock’s iShares ETHA. 🌲ETHA recently surpassed US$1 billion in assets, ranking it among the top 20% of performing funds. 🌲Fidelity’s FETH saw significant inflows, making it the second-largest US Ether fund. 🌲Despite gains by individual funds, the sector faces a net loss due to Grayscale’s substantial outflows. https://cryptonews.com.au/news/ethereum-etfs-pick-up-speed-as-blackrocks-etha-surpasses-1-billion-in-total-value-123668/

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Aussie Crypto Analyst Predicts This Metric Will See Altcoins “Steal the Show” 🌲Australian analyst Michael Pizzino believes that altcoins are on the rise – and that the glory days of an altcoin season might finally be upon us. 🌲In his latest video, Pizzino interrogates two important charts: True Bitcoin Dominance and True Altcoin Market Cap. 🌲The analyst notes that both charts demonstrate trend breakouts that present bullish cases for the altcoin market. 🌲Pizzino points out that making early calls can be quite risky, but it also opens investors to the biggest gains if their predictions prove correct. https://cryptonews.com.au/news/aussie-crypto-analyst-predicts-this-metric-will-see-altcoins-steal-the-show-123622/

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Visa Introduces VTAP on Ethereum for Streamlined Asset Trading 🌲Visa has introduced the Visa Tokenized Asset Platform (VTAP), enabling banks to issue fiat-backed tokens on the Ethereum blockchain using smart contracts. 🌲VTAP aims to digitise and automate the trading of real-world assets, such as commodities and bonds, providing a bridge between traditional banking and blockchain technology. 🌲The Spanish bank BBVA is expected to pilot VTAP, with plans for a live rollout in 2025. https://cryptonews.com.au/news/visa-introduces-vtap-on-ethereum-for-streamlined-asset-trading-123604/

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Commonwealth Bank of Australia Interested in Crypto, but “Long Way to Go” in Australia!!! 🌲Australia’s biggest financial institution, the Commonwealth Bank of Australia, have announced several ongoing projects in the Web3 space. 🌲In particular, CBA is experimenting with stablecoins and tokenisation for settling transactions both locally and internationally. 🌲However, the team’s head of digital assets claims that there’s still a long way to go before blockchain technology is prominent in Australia. 🌲Politicians must be willing to update older legislation before national regulators can begin to foster innovation within the country. https://cryptonews.com.au/news/commonwealth-bank-of-australia-interested-in-crypto-but-long-way-to-go-in-australia-123544/

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Investor Demand Ramps Up BlackRock Pressure on Coinbase for On-Chain Bitcoin Handling!!! 🎄 BlackRock has adjusted its agreement with Coinbase, requiring Bitcoin withdrawals for its Bitcoin ETF to be settled on a public blockchain address within 12 hours. 🎄 The crypto community expressed doubts about Coinbase’s transparency, especially regarding their synthetic Bitcoin product, cbBTC. 🎄 Some believe it is a “paper version” of Bitcoin, raising fears of price manipulation and lack of true Bitcoin backing. 🎄 Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong addressed the concerns, stating that all transactions are settled on-chain and that cbBTC involves trusting a centralised custodian. https://cryptonews.com.au/news/investor-demand-ramps-up-blackrock-pressure-on-coinbase-for-on-chain-bitcoin-handling-123542/

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Bitcoin Accepted: Louisiana Allows BTC, USDC Payments for State Services 🌲Louisiana now allows residents to use Bitcoin and USDC to pay state agencies, starting with the Department of Wildlife and Fisheries, facilitated by Bead Pay. 🌲Crypto payments will be converted to US dollars at the time of transaction, protecting the state from cryptocurrency volatility. 🌲The initiative follows a bill signed in June 2024, which supports Bitcoin mining and crypto self-custody and even bans CBDCs for state payments. https://cryptonews.com.au/news/bitcoin-accepted-louisiana-allows-btc-usdc-payments-for-state-services-123486/

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CryptoQuant: Imminent Major Moves for Bitcoin Based on Key Price Metric!!! 🌲Bitcoin could be on the cusp of a rally, as the coin’s price approaches its three-month average buy price from short-term holders. 🌲According to CryptoQuant, this level is a reliable trend indicator – where failure to break through the average buy price often results in downward movement. 🌲With the Feds cutting interest rates and sell orders leaving the market, sentiment for Bitcoin and crypto as a whole is steadily becoming more bullish. https://cryptonews.com.au/news/cryptoquant-imminent-major-moves-for-bitcoin-based-on-key-price-metric-123468/

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Bhutan Becomes Fourth-Largest Nation HODLing Bitcoin, with Currently 13,011 BTC 🌲The Royal Government of Bhutan holds 13,011 BTC, making it one of the largest Bitcoin-holding nation-states. 🌲Arkham Intelligence revealed the nation’s Bitcoin holdings, worth around US$780 million, by identifying the country’s Bitcoin addresses. 🌲Unlike many governments, Bhutan’s BTC comes from its Bitcoin mining operations rather than law enforcement asset seizures. https://cryptonews.com.au/news/bhutan-becomes-fourth-largest-nation-hodling-bitcoin-with-currently-13011-btc-123418/

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Last Dip Buying Opportunity? Analysts Predict Bitcoin Will Soar Beyond $90K Soon!!! 🌲Crypto markets saw typical fluctuations over the weekend, with BTC briefly rising by 6% before dipping again. 🌲Despite recent volatility, BTC prices are similar to mid-August levels, countering predictions of a drop below US$40k. 🌲Emotional trading continues to influence the market, as indicated by the Fear & Greed Index currently in “Fear” territory. 🌲Analysts predict significant potential for BTC, noting a possible breakout to US$92k and higher, driven by a “bull pennant” pattern. https://cryptonews.com.au/news/last-dip-buying-opportunity-analysts-predict-bitcoin-will-soar-beyond-90k-soon-123383/

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Swyftx Survey: Gen Z’s Lead the Way in Crypto Adoption in Australia 🌲Swyftx’s annual survey has uncovered Australia still sits in the top ten countries for global crypto adoption, with around 20% of the population owning digital assets. 🌲The questionnaire also found that interest in crypto among Gen Z Aussies exploded through 2024, recording an 11% increase in ownership among that demographic. 🌲The survey also discovered that Australians are particularly regulation-sensitive, as millions watch and wait to see how the government polices digital currency. https://cryptonews.com.au/news/swyftx-survey-gen-zs-lead-the-way-in-crypto-adoption-in-australia-123343/

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PayPal and Venmo Introduce Crypto Sending via Simple ENS Names 🌲ENS Labs has integrated Ethereum Name Service (ENS) with PayPal and Venmo, enabling users to transfer crypto using ENS names instead of complex addresses. 🌲The integration is currently available to US users, with PayPal and Venmo able to identify wallet addresses linked to ENS names, making crypto transfers more user-friendly. 🌲Following the announcement, the ENS token price increased by 4.5%, reaching US$17.4, though it remains down 44% from its peak in July 2024 and over 80% from its all-time high in 2021. https://cryptonews.com.au/news/paypal-and-venmo-introduce-crypto-sending-via-simple-ens-names-123286/

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Kraken Calls for Clear Crypto Rules in Australia After ASIC Ruling 1️⃣Kraken has officially lost its court case with Aussie regulators ASIC, with the Federal Court finding the exchange violated the Corporations Act. 2️⃣This resulted in Kraken pulling its fiat Margin Extension service from the majority of its customer base. 3️⃣Despite the blow to its product line, Kraken believed the ruling could be good news as it highlighted the need for regulatory reform in the crypto space. 4️⃣Kraken believes current regulations in Australia stifle innovation and cause crypto companies to remain in the dark when operating Down Under. https://cryptonews.com.au/news/kraken-calls-for-clear-crypto-rules-in-australia-after-asic-ruling-123262/

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Mastercard Enables Non-Custodial Crypto Wallets, Empowering Users to Be Their Own Bank! 🥦 Mastercard partners with Mercuryo to release ‘Spend’, a crypto card that converts fiat to crypto and works with multiple blockchains like Ethereum and Solana. 🥦 The card, compatible with 90 million merchants and integrated with Apple Pay and Google Pay, empowers users to manage funds without bank dependency. 🥦 ‘Spend’ aims to address issues of high fees and transaction risks in crypto conversions, offering a secure alternative to traditional off-ramping. 🥦 Initially available in the European Economic Area, plans are underway to expand ‘Spend’ globally, reinforcing Mastercard’s commitment to blockchain and crypto innovations. https://cryptonews.com.au/news/mastercard-enables-non-custodial-crypto-wallets-empowering-users-to-be-their-own-bank-123208/

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Skyscanner, Travala Working on Crypto Payments for Flight Bookings!!! 🥝 Travala has partnered with Skyscanner, allowing over 110 million monthly users to book tickets and accommodation with crypto. 🥝 The partnership is expected to push crypto adoption and showcase the utility of crypto and blockchain technology. 🥝 Travala is Skyscanner’s first crypto-native travel platform, putting it next to giants like Expedia, Booking.com, and Agoda. https://cryptonews.com.au/news/skyscanner-travala-working-on-crypto-payments-for-flight-bookings-123214/

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Glassnode Analysis: Long-Term BTC Holders Stable, Short-Term Investors Brace for Volatility. 🥝 Bitcoin rallied from US$16,500 in 2022 to US$73,750 by March 2024, delivering a return of over 300%. 🥝 Despite recent challenges, Bitcoin has been somewhat stable, with prices fluctuating within a US$15,000 range. 🥝 While most Bitcoin investors remain in profit, those holding short-term face the greatest unrealised losses. 🥝 Meanwhile, Long-Term Holders are slowing their coin sales as new supplies mature, signalling further market slow-down. https://cryptonews.com.au/news/glassnode-analysis-long-term-btc-holders-stable-short-term-investors-brace-for-volatility-123182/

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First-Ever AI-to-AI Crypto Transaction Happens on Coinbase Platform Base 1️⃣ Brian Armstrong announced that AI now uses crypto for transactions, a breakthrough in AI financial autonomy. 2️⃣ AI systems bypass traditional banking with crypto wallets, facilitating instant, global transactions. 3️⃣ This capability allows AIs to perform efficiently, overcoming barriers to accessing necessary services. 4️⃣ The AI-to-AI economy, driven by AI and cryptocurrency integration, is potentially reshaping the financial landscape. https://cryptonews.com.au/news/first-ever-ai-to-ai-crypto-transaction-happens-on-coinbase-platform-base-123126/

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