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Core Scientific eyes $25-$30 billion valuation with new AI data center contracts: Bernstein
Core Scientific eyes $25-$30 billion valuation with new AI data center contracts: Bernstein

Quick Take Core Scientific CEO Adam Sullivan sees an exponential growth opportunity from its AI data center services, potentially becoming a $25 to $30 billion company in the next few years. Despite the higher revenue and margins of diversifying into high-performance computing facilities, other Bitcoin miners are yet to compete, Sullivan said.

The Block·2024/09/09 16:00
Nansen acquires staking firm StakeWithUs to diversify services
Nansen acquires staking firm StakeWithUs to diversify services

Quick Take The onchain data analytics firm aims to become an investment platform as it expands its services by acquiring StakeWithUs. Nansen intends to offer users access to over 20 crypto assets, including Ethereum, Solana and Sui.

The Block·2024/09/09 16:00
Bitcoin rebounds above $57,000 ahead of Trump-Harris debate
Bitcoin rebounds above $57,000 ahead of Trump-Harris debate

After dropping to $52,500, Bitcoin rebounded above the $57,000 mark, triggering significant short liquidations.Analysts highlighted that upcoming U.S. political events, economic data, and the Fed’s interest rate decisions could impact bitcoin price movements.

The Block·2024/09/10 10:31
FTX wants to pay $14 million to Emergent for claims to $600 million in Robinhood shares
FTX wants to pay $14 million to Emergent for claims to $600 million in Robinhood shares

Quick Take FTX proposed a $14 million deal with Emergent in which the latter firm will assign its claims in Robinhood shares to FTX debtors. FTX called the settlement agreement “another valuable piece of the puzzle” in its reorganization plan.

The Block·2024/09/09 16:00
North Carolina passes anti-CBDC bill, overrides governor's veto
North Carolina passes anti-CBDC bill, overrides governor's veto

Quick Take The North Carolina Senate passed a bill on Monday that bans state participation in CBDC testing sponsored by the Federal Reserve.

The Block·2024/09/09 16:00
US spot bitcoin ETFs return to positive flows, adding $28 million
US spot bitcoin ETFs return to positive flows, adding $28 million

Quick Take Fidelity’s FBTC led the inflows in spot bitcoin ETFs on Monday. Spot ether ETFs continued their negative streak with a fifth consecutive day of net outflows.

The Block·2024/09/09 16:00
Japan’s Metaplanet buys additional $2 million in bitcoin, raising total holdings to $26 million
Japan’s Metaplanet buys additional $2 million in bitcoin, raising total holdings to $26 million

The Tokyo-listed firm said that it bought an additional 38.4 bitcoin.This purchase brings its total bitcoin holdings to 398.8 BTC.

The Block·2024/09/10 05:15
Animoca Brands Research claims Polymarket users likely to stick around after US election
Animoca Brands Research claims Polymarket users likely to stick around after US election

Analysts at Animoca Brands Research claim that Polymarket users will likely stick with the platform after its biggest draw — the U.S. presidential election — has concluded.

The Block·2024/11/05 23:55
How to monitor what 'smart money' is doing in crypto on US Election Day
How to monitor what 'smart money' is doing in crypto on US Election Day

Observing key crypto metrics on major platforms provides insight into what “smart money” is doing amid the U.S. election, according to Kaiko.Analysts predict big crypto price swings in either direction, depending on the outcome, as the presidential race draws to a close.

The Block·2024/11/05 23:55
Bitcoin could see 3.5% election night price movement, analysts say
Bitcoin could see 3.5% election night price movement, analysts say

Traders expect a 3.5% swing in bitcoin prices on U.S. election night — though analysts warn that markets may be underestimating potential post-election volatility if results face delays or disputes.Analysts added that Bitcoin dominance has surged above 60% ahead of today’s elections as capital flows increasingly favor the foremost cryptocurrency over altcoins like Ethereum and Solana.

The Block·2024/11/05 23:55