MARA’s ‘Trump 47’ block highlights anticipation for pro-Bitcoin president
Immortalizing Donald Trump on the Bitcoin network may seem like a gimmick, but it’s driven by real optimism about the future of crypto in the US.
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Dash objects to ShapeShift culling of privacy coins
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Bitcoin risks 10%-15% BTC price dip after key rejection near $89K
Bitcoin (BTC) traders see a BTC price reversal beginning as classic resistance stops bulls in their tracks. BTC/USD 1-hour chart. Source: Cointelegraph/TradingView 200-day moving average keeps BTC price pinned Data from Cointelegraph Markets Pro and TradingView shows BTC/USD cooling after hitting new April highs of $88,874. Having found strength at the start of the week

Commissioner Peirce wants to see the SEC approve a Bitcoin ETF
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Valereum acquires Gibraltar-based Juno to expand on crypto-fiat bridge
The agreement is an essential step toward creating a fully regulated link between the fiat and crypto worlds, said Valereum.

Celebs and ICOs: The Makings of a Dangerous Duo
Like many different industries, Hollywood’s involvement with cryptocurrencies and Initial Coin Offerings (ICO) has become a reality and a number of celebrities have looked to capitalize on the surge in interest and potential money to be made.As Cointelegraph has previously explored, some celebrities have gone on to achieve success in their crypto-related ventures, while others…