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    Base reaches 4 million active addresses during onchain summer campaign

    Base, Coinbase's layer-2 solution, hit a record 4 million active addresses last week amid its "Onchain Summer" campaign. The initiative, offering $2 million in ETH rewards, aims to boost network adoption and development. Base previously saw success with its 2023 campaign, driving significant NFT minting and daily wallet activity. The network also partnered with Atari to bring classic games onchain, though some developers question the true blockchain integration of these games.

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      Solana's SOL hits new all-time high amid Bitcoin rally and memecoin frenzy

      Solana's native token, SOL, reached a new all-time high of $264.50, driven by a Bitcoin rally toward $100,000 and increased interest in memecoins. Solana's market cap remains significantly below that of Ethereum, and with over $6 billion in daily DEX trading, it holds a 45% market share. The network's total value locked has grown substantially, achieving parity with Ethereum's top six layer-2 solutions. Analysts see potential for further SOL price increases, supported by robust onchain activity and a strong bullish sentiment in the futures market.

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      Robinhood executive Dan Gallagher declines potential SEC chair position

      Dan Gallagher, an executive at Robinhood, has declined consideration for the chair of the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), stating his commitment to Robinhood and his intent to work with the incoming administration and the new SEC chair. His decision comes amidst changes in the SEC that could significantly impact the future of crypto regulation.

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      Solana is an ‘incredible emerging asset and story,’ says Bitwise CEO

      Bitwise has registered a trust in Delaware as a preliminary step towards launching a Solana (SOL) ETF, demonstrating growing interest in spot SOL ETFs. The crypto-focused asset manager's move aligns with a more proactive engagement from the SEC towards spot SOL ETF applications, reflecting a potential shift in regulatory attitudes following SEC chair Gary Gensler's resignation. Bitwise CEO Hunter Horsley highlighted the timing of the US presidential election and a constructive regulatory environment for their filing. Despite Solana not having a regulated futures market, which was previously considered essential for spot crypto ETFs in the US, the landscape appears to be changing.

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      Solana sets new record high on Coinbase two years after FTX crisis

      Solana (SOL) reached a new all-time high of $262.64 on Coinbase, spurred by recent strong performance and interest in Solana-related exchange-traded funds (ETFs). This milestone comes two years after the FTX collapse, which had drastically reduced SOL's value. Notably, SOL has surged 160% since the start of 2024, with momentum further fueled by positive regulatory news and overall altcoin market performance.

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      BiT Global accuses Coinbase of delisting WBTC to favor its own cbBTC

      BiT Global alleges that Coinbase delisted Wrapped Bitcoin (WBTC) to push its own Bitcoin wrapper, cbBTC, thereby eliminating WBTC as a competitor. Coinbase, mentioning general review standards, announced that WBTC did not meet the criteria for continued listing and plans to suspend trading in December. In response, BiT Global criticized Coinbase for depriving investors of choice and directly competing against WBTC, which remains the most popular Bitcoin wrapper with a significant total value locked.

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      Sui Network experiences major outage as validators go offline

      Sui Network, a blockchain platform developed by Mysten Labs, is currently experiencing a significant outage. The network has stopped producing blocks for nearly two hours, resulting in a stalled blockchain. This outage has led to a drop in SUI token value by nearly 10% over the last 24 hours, with its price at approximately $3.42. The team is investigating the issue, and no comment has been made by Mysten Labs or the Sui Foundation.

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      Phantom crypto wallet climbs above WhatsApp and Instagram in free iPhone app rankings

      Phantom, a crypto wallet platform, has reached a record-high position in the iOS app store, ranking ninth among the top free iPhone apps and second among free utility apps. It has surpassed popular apps like WhatsApp and Instagram in the rankings. This growth marks a significant rise from its position at 377th just over a week ago. Phantom supports multiple blockchains including Solana, Ethereum, Bitcoin, Base, and Polygon.

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      MicroStrategy market cap poised to surpass Intel

      MicroStrategy has reached a market capitalization of over $100 billion and is set to exceed Intel's nearly $102 billion. The company's stock, America's most traded on November 20, has seen significant growth due to its aggressive Bitcoin acquisition strategy, including a plan to spend $42 billion on Bitcoins over three years. Recent political shifts in the US and bullish analyst projections for Bitcoin's future value also contribute to MicroStrategy's market performance.

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      Nasdaq-listed Hoth Therapeutics approves Bitcoin as treasury reserve asset

      Hoth Therapeutics, Inc., a biopharmaceutical company, announced its Board of Directors approved the purchase of up to $1 million in Bitcoin as a treasury reserve asset. The decision reflects the company's belief in Bitcoin's potential as an inflation-resistant store of value, in light of increasing acceptance and activity from institutional investors.

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      Russia to prohibit crypto mining in occupied Ukraine territories

      Russian authorities will ban crypto mining in occupied Ukrainian territories starting December 2024, addressing electricity shortages exacerbated by mining activities. This restriction, intended to alleviate stress on local electricity grids, is part of broader regulatory changes impacting mining and cryptocurrency operations in Russia. The ban encompasses regions like Donetsk, Lugansk, Zaporizhia, and Kherson, and parallels similar seasonal mining suspensions in Siberia until 2031.

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      Bitcoin reaches new all-time high of $93,750 as spot ETF options launch

      Bitcoin hit a new all-time high of $93,750 as spot Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) options were launched on Nasdaq. These options have drawn significant attention, offering investors increased flexibility and the potential for high-volume exposure. Most of the trades were call options, indicating optimism for further price increases. Analysts highlighted that ETF options enhance market sophistication and attract institutional investors by offering greater flexibility.

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      Gemini launches operations in France ahead of EU's MiCA regulation implementation

      Gemini, a New York-based crypto exchange, has commenced operations in France, allowing users to deposit, trade, and store digital assets. This strategic move occurs just weeks before the EU's Markets in Crypto Assets (MiCA) regulations are set to be enforced, facilitating potential expansion within the EU. The company, registered under France's regulatory framework, aims to leverage upcoming MiCA rules to extend operations across the EU, enhancing accessibility for institutions and individuals to engage with digital assets.

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      Lido co-founders to challenge Sam Altman's World Network with new crypto identity platform Y

      Lido co-founders are set to launch a new crypto identity platform named Y to compete directly with Sam Altman's World Network. Unlike World, which utilizes biometric iris scans, Y will rely on user's online activity traces for authentication, offering a privacy-focused alternative. This new platform is highlighted in an internal document from Cyber Fund, aiming to use World Network's privacy issues and user recruitment controversies as leverage in gaining users. Y also plans to integrate the Ethereum Attestation Service for a secure verification process.

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      Ethereum-compatible Layer 1 Monad begins rolling out testnet

      Monad has started the phased rollout of its testnet, following the launch of Monad’s devnet that achieved 10,000 transactions per second. Designed with a revamped EVM architecture for improved transaction throughput, Monad offers up to 10,000 TPS and instant block finality. The network supports easy migration for Ethereum developers and utilizes a network token for transaction and execution costs. Monad Labs recently secured a $225 million funding, affirming strong investor support.

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      MARA to sell $700 million in convertible notes for Bitcoin acquisition and debt management

      MARA Holdings plans to issue $700 million in convertible senior notes to institutional buyers, maturing in 2030. The proceeds will be used to repurchase existing notes due 2026 and to purchase additional Bitcoin for various corporate needs, including potential strategic acquisitions and debt repayment.

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