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Coinbase’s Wrapped Bitcoin cbBTC Goes Live
The token will initially be offered on Ethereum and Coinbase’s Base networks, with plans to expand to more blockchains in the coming months.

Mining New Bitcoin Is More Difficult Than Ever. Here's How it Could Impact BTC Prices
The next difficulty adjustment is expected to decrease mining difficulty, potentially relieving some pressure on miners. But market sentiment and broader financial conditions could influence bitcoin’s price, with possible selling pressure if the overall market weakens.

First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Tops K After U.S. Tech Stocks Rise
The latest price moves in bitcoin (BTC) and crypto markets in context for Sept. 12, 2024. First Mover is CoinDesk’s daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets.

U.S. Election Betting: What's at Stake in Final (?) CFTC-Kalshi Showdown
Here’s how to listen to Thursday’s hearing in the closely watched federal court case over political prediction markets, and why it matters.

Russian Central Bank Targets July 2025 for Widespread Digital Ruble Use
The central bank wants to promote the widespread use of the digital ruble.

Bitcoin Could Hit 5K by Year-End if Trump Becomes President, K if Harris Triumphs: Standard Chartered
Bitcoin is expected to end the year at new all-time highs regardless of who wins the U.S. election, the report said.

Leverage in the Bitcoin Market Is Increasing Again
High-leverage liquidity in bitcoin is concentrated at around $58,500, according to Hyblock Capital.

U.S. Consumers Say Crypto Is Here to Stay, Stablecoins Maybe Not: Deutsche Bank
Sentiment is somewhat bearish about the near-term outlook for bitcoin, the bank’s consumer survey showed.

Bitcoin Yields as High as 45% on Offer in Pendle's New Pools
The floating yields on the bitcoin-linked LBTC token are from pools that went live on Wednesday. There’s also a fixed-yield option of an annualized 10%.

Bitcoin Bargain Hunters Active on Kraken and Coinbase, CCData Shows
Bargain hunters are active on Kraken and Coinbase, snapping up coins at perceived discounts as selling pressure from other exchanges keeps prices under pressure.