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Bitmain Stops Sales of Mining Machines in Bid to Buoy Prices Facing China's Crackdown

Delaying further sales could be seen as a way for Bitmain to shield both itself and its clients from falling prices of mining rigs.

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Finance

Ant Group Says NFTs Are Not Cryptocurrencies After Digital Artwork Sells Out

Ant Group highlighted the differences between NFTs and cryptocurrency after its successful sales of digital art.

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Videos

Is BTC Rangebound, a Buying Opportunity, or Is Another Price Drop Expected?

Marc Lopresti of The Strategic Funds shares his bitcoin analysis and outlook, exploring whether the recent price drop indicates a buying opportunity or further price dip. He says the potential factors driving institutional interest in the crypto markets is a combination of regulation and ESG efforts. Plus, comments on fear, uncertainty, and doubt (FUD) and the impact of China's crypto crackdown.

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Markets

Market Wrap: Bitcoin Nudges Up as Regulatory Risks Linger

Bitcoin gave up some gains on Wednesday, suggesting the short-squeeze rally is fading.

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Finance

Huobi’s Tighter Derivatives Rules Leave Chinese Traders Scrambling for Alternatives

Binance may gain customers because of Huobi's new restrictions.

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Videos

Beijing Doubling Down on Crypto Bans, Ending Free Press in Hong Kong; What It Means for Asia’s Crypto Hub

Hong Kong’s pro-democracy newspaper Apple Daily will shut down all operations and print its last edition Thursday as authorities froze funds and arrested their journalists. “The Hash” panel reacts to the news in the ongoing conversation about China’s crackdowns on civil liberties and what it means for crypto in China.

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Videos

Is Bitcoin Due for a Lower Fall?

Bitcoin rebounded after it slipped below $30K Tuesday morning, but is it due for a lower fall? Secure Digital Markets’ Mostafa Al-Mashita weighs in, exploring the possible impact of China’s continued crypto crackdown. Plus, his outlook on institutional activity as MicroStrategy (MSTR) shares were hit hard amid bitcoin’s price drop.

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Videos

Impact of China’s Crypto Crackdown

Ben Gagnon, Chief Mining Officer of Canadian bitcoin miner BitFarms, on what to make of China’s crackdown on mining operations. Plus, his outlook for the mining community in China and across the globe.

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Policy

China's Anti-Crypto Crackdown Is Different This Time

Miners leaving China show the seriousness of new enforcement. But constrained trading and investment are more likely to really matter.

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