Cryptocurrency

A cryptocurrency is a digital asset designed to work as a medium of exchange that uses strong cryptography to secure financial transactions, control the creation of additional units, and verify the transfer of assets.

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Crypto Market Surges Ahead of Bitcoin ETF Decision
December 20, 2023

The cryptocurrency market has once again captured the attention of investors and enthusiasts alike, with the recent surge in popularity of memecoins and non-fungible tokens (NFTs). Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...

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Stablecoin Lobbying Efforts Surge Ahead of 2024 Congressional Debate, Election
December 20, 2023

The cryptocurrency industry’s lobbying efforts over the regulation of stablecoins reportedly saw an increase in spending throughout 2023. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to...

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Ledger Says It Will Reimburse Victims of Dec. 14 Hack by February
December 20, 2023

Ledger has reiterated a promise made by its CEO and chairman that users who lost a combined total of about $600,000 to a security breach will be made whole. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...

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FTX Trading and FTX Digital Markets Reach Settlement 
December 19, 2023

Bankrupt crypto exchange FTX Trading has reached a settlement with liquidators for its Bahamas unit, resolving a dispute over whether the company’s U.S. bankruptcy proceedings should be prioritized over the Bahamian liquidation.  Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited...

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FTX Submits Plans to End Bankruptcy Proceedings
December 18, 2023

FTX has filed a proposal that would allow the cryptocurrency exchange to exit bankruptcy. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today....

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SEC Denies Petition for New Crypto Rules; Coinbase Seeks Judicial Review 
December 15, 2023

Cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase plans to seek a judicial review of a decision by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to deny its petition for new rules in the digital asset sector.  Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...

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Real Estate Companies Explore B2B Cryptocurrency Payments
December 15, 2023

After a turbulent year for the cryptocurrency industry, the waters have calmed down as banks and investors have recovered their interest in it.  Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no...

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Crypto Wallet Firm Ledger Reports Security Breach 
December 14, 2023

Crypto wallet firm Ledger experienced a security breach on Thursday (Dec. 14) in which hackers managed to steal $484,000.  Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our...

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FTX and IRS Battle Over $24 Billion Tax Claim
December 12, 2023

FTX Trading is reportedly currently locked in a legal dispute with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) over a $24 billion tax claim. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional...