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- Cannabis Legalization at a Crossroads: Trump vs. Harris in 2024by Ezra Sterling on October 10, 2024 at 8:23 pm
Cannabis Legalization: Where Do Harris and Trump Stand?Kamala Harris, now the Democratic presidential nominee, has recently expressed full support for federal marijuana legalization. During an interview on the podcast All the Smoke, she emphasized that “we need to legalize it and stop criminalizing this behavior.” Harris’s current stance marks a […]
- Gangsters, Money and Murder: How Chinese Organized Crime Is Dominating America’s Illegal Marijuana Marketby Bluntness Editorial on October 10, 2024 at 2:40 pm
This story was originally published in ProPublica. Author: Sebastian Rotella and Kirsten Berg, ProPublica, and Garrett Yalch and Clifton Adcock, The Frontier. It seemed an unlikely spot for a showdown between Chinese gangsters: a marijuana farm on the prairie in Kingfisher County, Oklahoma.On a Sunday evening in late November 2022, a blue Toyota […]
- Sober October: Rethinking Habits, Substances, and Lifestyle Choicesby Harrison Wise on October 9, 2024 at 8:02 pm
Sober October has gained traction as a month-long challenge encouraging people to go alcohol-free. Much like Dry January, it offers an opportunity to reassess drinking habits and explore alternatives to alcohol.What started as a temporary challenge is now sparking deeper lifestyle changes and a broader movement toward “sober curiosity,” where […]
- Ketamine’s Double-Edged Sword: The Importance of Integration in Transforming Experiencesby Harrison Wise on October 9, 2024 at 7:09 pm
In a 2019 New York Magazine article, a writer noted ketamine’s rise in popularity among creative circles, positioning it as a trendy party drug. Ketamine, once confined to clinical settings, was now being used recreationally as a social enhancer. However, a recent episode of the Altered States podcast, reveals a more complex reality, as casual […]
- Psychedelics and Alzheimer’s: A New Frontier in Treatment Optionsby Bluntness Editorial on October 8, 2024 at 4:48 pm
Forgotten keys, the names of distant relatives, or even the reason you walked into a room — these memory lapses are common experiences. But at what point do these everyday forgetfulness signs indicate something more serious? And what options are available when they do?When confronting a neurodegenerative condition like Alzheimer’s disease, […]
- A Dose of Inspiration: Why Doctors Are Prescribing Museum Visitsby Bluntness Editorial on October 8, 2024 at 4:11 pm
AUTHOR: Peter Yeung for Reasons to be Cheerful”Yes, yes, yes, that’s extraordinary,” exclaims Pascaline Bonnave, hopping with excitement after closely examining a scarlet, poppy-like drawing during her art therapy class. “Now you must give it a name,” she says with a smile.Bonnave, adorned in blue jeans and a flower-patched leather jacket, scans […]
- Still Pushing Pot Prohibition, The Times Is Not A-Changin’by Bluntness Editorial on October 7, 2024 at 11:48 pm
This article was originally published in Talking Joints Memo. Republished here with permission. There is very little that a single regional reporter can do to unscrew the damage done by a media monolith like the New York Times. But in the wake of its Oct. 5 article, “As America’s Marijuana Use Grows, So Do the Harms,” hijacking the national […]
- Medical Cannabis Use: No Impact on Brain Function Foundby Bluntness Editorial on October 1, 2024 at 7:03 pm
A new study published in JAMA Network Open has found no significant changes in brain function among adults who used cannabis for medical purposes over the course of a year. This finding adds new insights into the ongoing debate surrounding the neurological impacts of medical cannabis use, particularly as its legalization and usage continue to rise […]
- Cannabis Cafes vs. Bars: California’s New Frontier in Social Consumptionby Bluntness Editorial on October 1, 2024 at 6:10 pm
California’s decision to legalize “cannabis cafes” marks a notable shift in the state’s cannabis culture, but it also reignites the long-standing debate around public health, worker safety, and the ongoing disparity between cannabis and alcohol consumption. Assembly Bill 1775, signed by Governor Gavin Newsom, allows dispensaries to prepare and […]
- Massachusetts’ Happy Valley Expands Globally with Cannabis Genetics Designed for Modern Cannabis Growersby Harrison Wise on September 24, 2024 at 9:30 am
As cannabis legalization continues to spread globally, the industry remains fragmented, with local and regional regulations creating a patchwork of markets and obstacles. Additionally, despite seeds being more accessible than ever, seed buyers often struggle with trust issues, uncertain payment methods, and a lack of information about the seeds […]
- Understanding CBD Dosage for Anxiety Reliefby Ezra Sterling on September 23, 2024 at 11:54 pm
The connection between CBD and anxiety relief is fascinating yet complex. From the role of the endocannabinoid system to CBD’s interaction with serotonin receptors, there’s a lot to uncover. Whether you’re new to CBD or looking to optimize your current regimen, this guide offers insights, real talk, and practical tips to help you navigate your […]
- Advertise With USby Bluntness Editorial on September 6, 2024 at 6:31 pm
The Bluntness Media is an integrated digital advertising, content and media agency providing cannabis brands the ability to execute impactful marketing campaigns that engage audiences across all screens.Our network of premium mobile, video, tablet, and desktop publishers reaches millions of engaged consumers with leading sports, lifestyle, […]
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- Revelry Buyers’ Club Electrifies New York’s Cannabis Industryby Bluntness Editorial on May 31, 2024 at 11:51 pm
The iconic Basilica Hudson was buzzing with energy and excitement on Thursday as hundreds, (maybe even thousands?) of cannabis industry leaders, retailers, growers, producers, and top brands from across the state converged for the third annual Revelry Buyers’ Club. The exclusive Buyers Club, organized by On The Revel, has become a centerpiece […]
- Why Cannabinoids Matter: Exploring The Third And Final Piece Of The Entourage Effectby Special Guest Contributor on April 26, 2024 at 11:35 pm
The name alone is a good indicator that cannabinoids matter in cannabis. In fact, the compound is so important that even three-letter abbreviations like THC and CBD are part of the cultural lexicon. However, while many are comfortable talking about them, understanding what “cannabinoids” are and the impact they have – on the plant, on the […]
- 40 Tons and Minny Grown Forge Groundbreaking Partnership to Advance Social Equity in Minnesotaby Bluntness Editorial on April 26, 2024 at 7:51 pm
In a landmark move that epitomizes the fusion of commerce and social justice, 40 Tons, a leader in mission-driven cannabis initiatives, has joined forces with Minnesota’s cannabis innovator, Minny Grown. This partnership marks the launch of 40 Tons’ first direct-to-consumer THC product line in Minnesota, featuring a selection of uniquely […]
- Allegations of Retaliation and Fear in NY’s Cannabis Industryby Ezra Sterling on March 15, 2024 at 6:03 pm
New York’s fledgling cannabis industry, born from the promise of equity and economic prosperity, finds itself embroiled in controversy. Allegations of hostility and retaliation have surfaced against the Office of Cannabis Management (OCM), the regulatory body overseeing the state’s legal marijuana market. Stakeholders within the industry are […]
- Study Reveals: Cannabis Reduces Reliance on Prescription Drugs for Migraine Reliefby Bluntness Editorial on March 15, 2024 at 5:37 pm
New Haven, CT – A recent study published in Neurology Clinical Practice sheds light on the effectiveness of cannabis in alleviating migraine symptoms and reducing patients’ reliance on prescription medications. Conducted by researchers at Yale University’s School of Medicine, the study surveyed responses from 1,373 patients from a tertiary […]
- Shroom Showdown: Ranking Magic Mushrooms by Potencyby Bluntness Editorial on March 14, 2024 at 8:16 pm
From Psilocybe azurescens to Psilocybe cubensis — the potency of magic mushrooms varies greatly.A single gram of one species is enough to shift reality on its axis — the same amount of another may be barely perceptible.What makes some mushrooms more potent than others? How is the potency of magic mushrooms measured? And most important […]
- NORML Activist to Meet with Vice President to Discuss Federal Cannabis Policiesby Bluntness Editorial on March 13, 2024 at 11:47 pm
In a significant step towards federal marijuana reform, Vice President Kamala Harris is set to meet with NORML activist Chris Goldstein and two other Presidential marijuana pardon recipients at the White House this Friday. The discussion will center on ongoing efforts by the Biden Administration to address federal cannabis policies. — (@) […]
- Relief Initiatives Offer Hope to Struggling New York Cannabis Farmersby Bluntness Editorial on March 13, 2024 at 8:17 pm
The cannabis industry in New York is at a crossroads, with farmers grappling with a host of challenges amidst the slow rollout of dispensaries. Grateful Valley Farm, a woman-owned cannabis business in Steuben County, embodies the struggles faced by growers across the state. Founder and CEO Tess Interlicchia, driven by her medical background, […]
- 5 Revolutionary Ways Weedmaps Is Reshaping Access To Cannabisby Bluntness Editorial on February 19, 2024 at 8:43 pm
Weedmaps is revolutionizing how we access and interact with cannabis products. Since its inception, this innovative platform has redefined the norms of cannabis purchase and education, making it a household name among enthusiasts and newcomers alike.It not only connects users with an extensive network of dispensaries and diverse products but also […]
- The Start-Ups Helping to Mainstream Psychedelic Therapiesby Harrison Wise on February 13, 2024 at 12:55 am
The exploration of psychedelic plants for therapeutic and ceremonial purposes has deep roots, dating back centuries within indigenous societies worldwide. In the U.S. the modern interest in psychedelics was sparked in part by R. Gordon Wasson’s 1957 Life magazine article, “Seeking the Magic Mushroom.” This article not only introduced Americans to […]
- Beyond Good Intentions: How 40 Tons is Advancing Real Social Equity in Cannabisby Harrison Wise on January 27, 2024 at 12:25 am
In the burgeoning legal cannabis industry, it’s easy for brands to pay lip service to social justice without taking meaningful action. But California-based 40 Tons is beyond good intentions. Through innovative initiatives centered on employment and education, this Black-owned brand is driving tangible impact for communities harmed by the War on […]
- Together We Thrive: New York Cannabis Retail Association’s Vision of Collective Progress in Cannabis Retailby Harrison Wise on January 24, 2024 at 11:38 pm
On a bitter cold Saturday night in January, the New York Cannabis Retail Association (NYCRA) hosted one of the most electrifying events of the year for cannabis aficionados and industry insiders. Set to transform the New York cannabis landscape, this soirée in Bushwick, Brooklyn was not just another party; it was a long overdue milestone in the […]
- Experience Kratom Like Never Before with Club13’s Jackpot Blend by Bluntness Editorial on January 24, 2024 at 8:53 pm
Sponsored Content: This article is sponsored by Club 13.Kratom has been making waves lately. And for good reason. It’s a natural leaf that can help improve your mood, give you energy, or even help you relax. Many people swear by its potential to soothe, uplift, and invigorate. Sounds good, right?Now, let’s talk about a brand that’s been […]
- Erven Founders Solve Cannabis Industry Problems with Tech and Tenacityby Harrison Wise on January 10, 2024 at 9:52 pm
“I remember when I realized how broken communication was in cannabis,” recalls Solonje Burnett, Erven co-founder. “A California-based edible brand founder shared how dispensary managers across the state were overwhelmed and consistently not responding to her emails.”This pivotal insight via a chance meeting at NCIA conference in San Francisco in […]
- On The Brink: Connecticut’s Cannabis Supply Crisis. Where The Hell Is All Of The Weed?by Bluntness Editorial on January 8, 2024 at 8:26 pm
Hold onto your butts people! We’re embarking on an odyssey through the labyrinthine world of Connecticut’s cannabis conundrum! Once hailed for its unyielding traditions, the state now resembles a battleground fraught with angst and chaos—particularly for those reliant on medical marijuana, left grappling amidst this green revolution’s […]
- Flavonoids Explained: What Gives Cannabis Its Color and Tasteby Bluntness Editorial on January 8, 2024 at 8:15 pm
This article contribution is by Scott Mazza, Co-Founder of Vitality CBDIn cannabis, a multitude of compounds work in harmony to produce the plant’s diversity. Among these, flavonoids stand out as the unsung heroes, responsible for not only the captivating colors but also the rich flavors and aromas that distinguish one bud from another. From the […]
- MDMA Therapy May See ‘Exponential’ Growth Following FDA Approval This Yearby Bluntness Editorial on January 4, 2024 at 11:36 pm
A financial backer of the effort to legalize the drug MDMA for therapeutic use sees thepotential for “exponential growth” should it win approval from the U.S. Food and DrugAdministration, possibly over this summer, according to an article in Marketwatch.MDMA, also known as molly or ecstasy, has already been granted “breakthrough […]
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- BLACK CUMIN: An extraordinary herb that promotes wellness across multiple body systemsby Olivia Cook on October 15, 2024 at 6:00 am
(NaturalNews) Ancient superseed black cumin (Nigella sativa) has been known for a bevy of health benefits. This extraordinary herb is rich in bioactive compounds…
- Japanese scientists find ABORTION DRUGS in the VACCINES pushed on them by Bill Gates, now warn they may charge him with crimes against humanityby S.D. Wells on October 15, 2024 at 6:00 am
(NaturalNews) Is mRNA nanotechnology a weapon of mass destruction that causes pregnant women to incur unwanted abortions? Japanese scientists believe so. The same…
- National Border Patrol Council endorses Donald Trump, says only he can solve the BORDER CRISISby Laura Harris on October 15, 2024 at 6:00 am
(NaturalNews) The National Border Patrol Council (NBPC) has officially and unanimously endorsed former president Donald Trump for the upcoming presidential…
- New York high schoolers to stage WALKOUTS in protest of ballot measure that will allow trans athletes to participate in girls’ sportsby Laura Harris on October 15, 2024 at 6:00 am
(NaturalNews) High school students across New York are planning to walk out of their classrooms on Oct. 24 in protest of a ballot measure that would allow…
- How to build a reliable shelter when SHTFby HRS Editors on October 15, 2024 at 6:00 am
(NaturalNews) Knowing how to build a shelter is an important skill, especially if you often take part in outdoor activities. If you know how to build a tarp…
- Iran warns Israel: Nuclear doctrine may shift if its nuclear facilities are attackedby Richard Brown on October 15, 2024 at 6:00 am
(NaturalNews) A senior adviser to Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has suggested that the country may revise its nuclear doctrine if Israel attacks its…
- Candidates expected to spend $16 BILLION in 2024 election cycleby Ava Grace on October 15, 2024 at 6:00 am
(NaturalNews) OpenSecrets, a nonprofit organization that tracks political donations and spending, has released a report highlighting how this year’s election cycle…
- Democrats pressure tech platforms to scrub all content revealing FEMAâs failures on hurricane responseby Cassie B. on October 15, 2024 at 6:00 am
(NaturalNews) A group of Democratic congresswomen have sent a letter to several top social media platforms pleading with them to censor what they claim is…
- Obama appeals to Black men to vote for Harris based on race, calls them misogynists for their lack of enthusiasmby Arsenio Toledo on October 15, 2024 at 6:00 am
(NaturalNews) Former President Barack Obama drew flak following his now-viral appeal for Black men to vote for Vice President Kamala Harris due to her…
- McDonald’s will likely revamp value meal as Bidenomics continues to strain the wallets of lower-income customersby Laura Harris on October 15, 2024 at 6:00 am
(NaturalNews) Mcdonald’s Chief Executive Officer Chris Kempczinski has announced that the fast food giant will likely “revamp” its value meal as President Joe…
- Top 12 modern-day WEAPONS OF MASS DESTRUCTION and their fake cover names given by MSM, Big Tech & Pharmaby S.D. Wells on October 15, 2024 at 6:00 am
(NaturalNews) Ever since the early 1900s, the âpowers that beâ in America have engaged in population control and reduction schemes to keep people sick, dying…
- “I am personally proud of the holocaust of Gaza,” celebrates Israeli Minister for Social Equality and Women’s Empowermentby Ethan Huff on October 15, 2024 at 6:00 am
(NaturalNews) The Benjamin Netanyahu regime of Israel is extremely proud of its accomplishments in the Gaza Strip over the past year, including the holocaust-style…
- Staffing firm supplying Haitian migrant labor to Charleroi food factory under investigationby Cassie B. on October 15, 2024 at 6:00 am
(NaturalNews) Authorities found and seized nearly $1 million in cash during their investigation of a staffing firm that has been shuttling Haitians to a food…
- Private helicopters deliver more than 500,000 pounds of aid, supplies to western North Carolinaby Ethan Huff on October 15, 2024 at 6:00 am
(NaturalNews) A volunteer group called Savage Operations Center just delivered over 500,000 pounds of supplies to the devastated areas of western North Carolina…
- Regime insiders reveal Biden-Harris administration is considering directly joining Israel in attacking Iranby Belle Carter on October 15, 2024 at 6:00 am
(NaturalNews) The administration of President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris has just announced its plan to send an advanced anti-missile system and…
- Florida House Rep. Richard Rowe Jr. DIED SUDDENLY after wishing death on “anti-vaxxers”by Ethan Huff on October 15, 2024 at 6:00 am
(NaturalNews) Another loudmouthed pro-vaccine politician died last year after he took the “vaccine” injections offered under Operation Warp Speed for the Wuhan…
- Top Iranian commander reportedly disappears in Beirut amid rumors he may have betrayed his country and collaborated with Israelby Richard Brown on October 15, 2024 at 6:00 am
(NaturalNews) The mysterious disappearance of Brig. Gen. Esmail Qaani, Iran’s top military commander and leader of the powerful Quds Force, has sparked widespread…
- Former teacher awarded settlement in “preferred pronouns” lawsuit with “seismic implications” for freedom from LGBT tyrannyby Ethan Huff on October 15, 2024 at 6:00 am
(NaturalNews) A Virginia schoolteacher who was fired from his job for refusing to address his transgender students using their “preferred pronouns” has won a…
- There are an estimated 745,000 illegals in the U.K. â more than any other country in Europeby Ava Grace on October 15, 2024 at 6:00 am
(NaturalNews) The United Kingdom has more illegal immigrants than any other European country, with as many as 745,000 people living within British borders without…
- Hungary to block $50 billion EU loan to Ukraine until after U.S. electionby Laura Harris on October 15, 2024 at 6:00 am
(NaturalNews) Hungarian Minister of Finance Mihaly Varga has announced that Budapest is temporarily blocking the European Union’s decision to provide Ukraine with…
- WAR CRIMES: UN report accuses Israel of destroying Gaza’s healthcare systemby Richard Brown on October 15, 2024 at 6:00 am
(NaturalNews) An independent United Nations report has accused Israel of implementing a systematic policy aimed at completely dismantling Gaza’s healthcare system…
- Trump campaign asks for heightened security due to increasing threats attributed to Iranby Kevin Hughes on October 15, 2024 at 6:00 am
(NaturalNews) The campaign of former President Donald Trump has asked for expanded security measures as Trump enters the final weeks of his campaign before…
- Hurricane Milton left at least 24 dead and millions without power in Floridaby Kevin Hughes on October 15, 2024 at 6:00 am
(NaturalNews) Hurricane Milton has ended its onslaught on Florida, killing at least 24 and leaving millions without power.The number of deaths has fluctuated…
- Judge strikes down New York law mandating moving local elections to even-numbered years as UNCONSTITUTIONALby Ava Grace on October 15, 2024 at 6:00 am
(NaturalNews) The Supreme Court of the State of New York (NYSC) has struck down a state law moving many town and county elections outside of New York City to…
- Departing Russian ambassador to Washington warns of escalating U.S.-Russian tensions and rising risk of nuclear conflict over Ukraineby Richard Brown on October 15, 2024 at 6:00 am
(NaturalNews) Russia’s former top envoy to the United States has concluded his term with a dire warning about the escalating risk of deteriorating tensions between…
- Illinois passes bill mandating CLIMATE CHANGE indoctrination in all public schoolsby Ava Grace on October 15, 2024 at 6:00 am
(NaturalNews) Illinois Gov J.B. Pritzker has signed a state law mandating K-12 climate change education classes across public schools in the state beginning in the…
- BUSTED: Kamala Harris uses teleprompter in a supposedly “IMPROMPTU” speaking engagement in Las Vegasby Belle Carter on October 15, 2024 at 6:00 am
(NaturalNews) Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris was caught using a teleprompter while speaking at a supposedly “impromptu” event.The nature of…
- EXECUTION SQUADS: Update to DoD directive expands military authority to use lethal force against American citizensby Cassie B. on October 15, 2024 at 6:00 am
(NaturalNews) With the election only a few weeks away, the Department of Defense (DoD) has given the U.S. military authority to assist in domestic law…
- CBS is controlled by a left-wing social justice group that approves news stories before they are airedby Lance D Johnson on October 14, 2024 at 6:00 am
(NaturalNews) CBS, CNN, ABC, and the rest of the âfree pressâ have proven to be a propaganda arm of the Democratic Party. In early October 2024, Vice President…
- NO LOGIC: Top 5 toxic ingredients weâre told are BAD in FOOD and other products but GOOD in VACCINESby S.D. Wells on October 14, 2024 at 6:00 am
(NaturalNews) The main reason there is fluoride in tap water, canola oil in food and fake news on television is to keep the populationâs cognition on a minimum…
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- First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Moves Above $68K Amid Renewed Bullishnessby Jamie Crawley, Omkar Godbole on October 16, 2024 at 12:01 pm
The latest price moves in bitcoin (BTC) and crypto markets in context for Oct. 16, 2024. First Mover is CoinDesk’s daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets.
- CoinDesk Buys Crypto Data Provider CCData and CryptoCompareby Sam Reynolds on October 16, 2024 at 11:00 am
CoinDesk plans to integrate CCData’s platform into its existing products
- Open Interest on CME Bitcoin Futures Hits All-Time High, Signals Further Bullishnessby James Van Straten on October 16, 2024 at 10:15 am
CME Bitcoin Futures Open Interest Hits All-Time High with Third-Largest Five-Day Increase, Following Two Price Surges.
- How a Crypto ‘REIT’ Misled Investors With Family Deals and ‘Unjustified’ Real-Estate Markupsby Danny Nelson on October 16, 2024 at 10:00 am
The 2023 crash of Tangible’s USDR stablecoin is infamous in crypto circles. But a CoinDesk investigation reveals there’s another story to be told.
- Hong Kong Police Bust Group Running $46M Crypto Investment Scam Using Deepfakesby Callan Quinn on October 16, 2024 at 9:57 am
A total of 27 people between the ages of 21 and 34 were taken into custody suspected of conspiracy to defraud following a raid on a Hong Kong office.
- Bitcoin’s Inverse Ties With Dollar Index Challenged as U.S. Election Loomsby Omkar Godbole on October 16, 2024 at 6:34 am
Traders seek upside exposure in BTC even as FX option indicate a bias a bullish bias for the dollar index.
- Dubai’s VARA Has Struck Correct Balance in Licensing Time Frame, Says Senior Officialby Amitoj Singh on October 16, 2024 at 5:51 am
Dubai’s Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority believes it has struck the correct balance in terms of time taken to award licenses to crypto-related applicants, its senior official Sean McHugh told CoinDesk in an interview on Tuesday, disputing any perception of being a friendlier-than-usual crypto regulator.
- Trump Touts New Crypto Token After Initial Sales Are a Dudby Shaurya Malwa on October 15, 2024 at 11:29 pm
A token sale for World Liberty Financial was active earlier on Tuesday before the site crashed.
- Grayscale Looks to Turn Multi-Token Fund Into ETFby Helene Braun on October 15, 2024 at 9:59 pm
Grayscale Investments has filed to turn its multi-token fund, the Grayscale Digital Large Cap Fund, into an exchange-traded fund.
- Is Elon Musk Selling Bitcoin? Tesla Transfers All $760M of Its BTC to Unknown Wallets.by Tom Carreras, Helene Braun on October 15, 2024 at 9:57 pm
On-chain data indicates that wallets associated with Elon Musk’s electric car company have begun moving funds.
- Coinbase Escalates SEC Fight Over the Agency’s Inside Chatter on ETHby Jesse Hamilton on October 15, 2024 at 7:05 pm
An intermediary for the biggest U.S. crypto exchange, Coinbase Inc. (COIN), is cranking up its legal fight over the Securities and Exchange Commission’s unwillingness to produce documents revealing the regulator’s internal thinking on whether to pursue Ethereum’s ether {{ETH}} and other tokens as illegal securities.
- Why the $172B Stablecoin Market Could Send Crypto Prices Higherby Tom Carreras on October 15, 2024 at 6:11 pm
The stablecoin market isn’t unlike Berkshire Hathaway’s enormous cash stash – it’s sitting there ready to be deployed, according to CoinMarketCap’s Alice Liu.
- Ex-Valkyrie Founder’s Canary Capital Group Files for First Litecoin ETFby Helene Braun on October 15, 2024 at 5:02 pm
Canary Capital Group, a new digital asset-focused investment firm founded by former Valkyrie Funds co-founder Steven McClurg, seemingly wants to become a leader in the world of crypto exchange-traded funds (ETFs) rather than a follower.
- Why This ETF Expert Is Bullish on Ethereum and Says Washington’s Crypto Stance Is Misunderstoodby Tom Carreras on October 15, 2024 at 3:16 pm
If Vice President Kamala Harris beats Donald Trump in the U.S. presidential election, that could be good for Ethereum, though crypto is in good shape either way, Bitwise’s Matt Hougan says.
- Why Tokens Will Lead the Next Wave of Financial Innovationby Alex Tapscott on October 15, 2024 at 2:47 pm
- Bitcoin Jumps to Just Shy of $68K Before Quick Plunge Lowerby Stephen Alpher on October 15, 2024 at 2:21 pm
Digital assets are finally beginning to pay attention to not just the growing chance of a Trump victory in November, but also a GOP sweep, said Standard Chartered’s Geoff Kendrick.
- CoinDesk 20 Performance Update: ICP Drops 3.5% as Index Inches Lower From Mondayby CoinDesk Indices, Tracy Stephens on October 15, 2024 at 1:33 pm
Uniswap joined Internet Computer as one of the weakest performers, falling 3.2%
- Trump-Touted Crypto Website Crashes as Token Sale Goes Live, With Just 1.7% of Target Soldby Shaurya Malwa, Sam Kessler on October 15, 2024 at 1:18 pm
Blockchain data shows the token has bagged over 1,700 holders in the first 15 minutes after going live.
- Blockstream Raises $210M in Convertible Note Financing Roundby Will Canny on October 15, 2024 at 1:00 pm
The money raised will be used to advance adoption and development of Blockstream’s layer 2 technologies, to grow the company’s mining operations, and expand its bitcoin treasury.
- First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Takes Bull Breatherby Jamie Crawley, Omkar Godbole on October 15, 2024 at 12:12 pm
The latest price moves in bitcoin (BTC) and crypto markets in context for Oct. 15, 2024. First Mover is CoinDesk’s daily newsletter that contextualizes the latest actions in the crypto markets.
- Ripple Names Exchange Partners for Stablecoin RLUSD, Awaits NYDFS Approvalby Krisztian Sandor on October 15, 2024 at 12:00 pm
Ripple’s upcoming stablecoin will leverage its established position for payments and be a key bridge for real-world asset tokenization, Ripple Labs President Monica Long told CoinDesk in an interview.
- Cash-Margined Bitcoin Futures are More Popular Than Ever as Open Interest Reaches New Highsby James Van Straten on October 15, 2024 at 11:55 am
Cash-Margin denominated in bitcoin hits all-time high of 384k BTC ($25.5B)
- SingularityDAO Plans to Merge With Cogito Finance, SelfKey to Form AI-Focused Layer-2by Jamie Crawley on October 15, 2024 at 11:54 am
The three projects’ tokens will consolidate into Singularity Finance (SFI).
- CME’s Bitcoin Friday Futures Are Ideal for News Traders: CF Benchmarksby Omkar Godbole on October 15, 2024 at 7:44 am
Friday contracts debuted on Sept. 30 with a bang, becoming CME’s most successful crypto futures launch ever.
- Bitcoin ETF Daily Inflow Hits $556M as BTC Appears Primed for Breakoutby Sam Reynolds, James Van Straten on October 15, 2024 at 6:41 am
Weekly inflows might challenge records as technical pointers suggest a BTC rally in the works.
- This Chart Indicates Bitcoin May Be Headed for Record Highs Above $73Kby Omkar Godbole on October 15, 2024 at 4:40 am
The Three-line break chart, which filters out noise and erratic price movements, suggests the broader bull run has begun.
- Kamala Harris Speech Offers No Further Details on Crypto ‘Regulatory Framework’by Nikhilesh De on October 14, 2024 at 4:26 pm
Vice President and Democratic nominee Kamala Harris will announce her support for a regulatory framework for crypto as part of a speech targeting Black Men, her campaign announced Monday morning.
- Does World Liberty Financial Count as Trump ‘Launching a Coin’? Polymarket Bettors Are Dividedby Sam Reynolds on October 14, 2024 at 3:45 pm
Plus, a look at how PoliFi tokens are doing compared to prediction markets; there might be another #election2024 up north.
- Man Who Accidentally Sent $527M in Bitcoins to Dump Sues Local Council to Retrieve Them: Reportby Jamie Crawley on October 14, 2024 at 3:08 pm
In 2013, Howells accidentally threw out the hard drive his bitcoin stash that he had mined in 2009, worth around $1 million at the time but which now would be worth over $520 million.
- Liquidity and Options Pave the Way for Bitcoin ETF Market Expansionby James Van Straten on October 14, 2024 at 2:29 pm
As liquidity grows, institutional investors and options strategies could fuel the long-term expansion of the bitcoin ETF market.
- Bitcoin Breaks $65K, as Price Action Compared to Prior U.S. Election Cyclesby Shaurya Malwa on October 14, 2024 at 2:26 pm
Trading firm QCP Capital said the move was similar to BTC’s price action in 2016 and 2020 before the U.S. elections.
- Trump-Backed World Liberty Financial Whitelists 100K Accredited Investors Ahead of WLFi Launchby Shaurya Malwa on October 14, 2024 at 2:02 pm
World Liberty Financial will be a unified platform where users can borrow and lend cryptocurrencies, create liquidity pools and transact with stablecoins, Folkman and Herro added.