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Democratic Presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. expressed his clear stance on figures such as Julian Assange and Edward Snowden. What Happened: Kennedy Jr. in an interview with Bitcoin Magazine published on Wednesday vowed to pardon them on ...

Major cryptocurrencies rose higher on Wednesday evening as headwinds in traditional markets alleviated and the crypto markets showed signs of calming down, following Monday’s sharp rally. Cryptocurrency Gains +/- Price (Recorded 9:30 p.m. ...

The 10 richest people in the world are worth $100 billion or more. Many on the list are over the age of 50 and have years of experience founding and leading companies, including Elon Musk who tops the list with a wealth of more than $200 ...

Merrill, a Bank of America company, has thrown a curveball, challenging the traditional wisdom surrounding the predictive power of the U.S. yield curve inversion for recessions. In Merrill’s latest Capital Market Outlook, penned by Joseph P. Quinlan, ...

With Benzinga's Fintech Deal Day just around the corner, scheduled for Nov. 13 in NYC, we reflect on an insightful interview from last year's event with a leading figure in the crypto industry. "Bitstamp is the longest running cryptocurrency ...

Wire Network announced on Wednesday it opened its decentralized MegaMask wallet to the public for alpha testing.  Currently, in this early-access phase, MegaMask wallet allows users to send, receive and buy cryptocurrency across platforms such as Wire ...

Despite the collapse of FTX and the downfall of its co-founder Sam Bankman-Fried, investor confidence in the apex cryptocurrency stands strong as the price of Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) has rallied over 60% since his arrest. What Happened: Once a major ...

Steven Schoenfield, former managing director at BlackRock (NYSE: BLK) and current CEO of MarketVector Indexes, anticipates the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) will greenlight a Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) spot ETF within "three to six months." ...

Irwin Simon, chairman and CEO of Tilray, Inc. (NASDAQ: TLRY) was asked Wednesday whether conversations with stockholders are at times frustrating when the company's stock price isn't always performing to everyone's satisfaction. Tilray's first-quarter ...

Picture this: a groundbreaking moment in the world of cryptocurrencies, where the lines between traditional finance and digital assets blur. It's not just a distant dream; it's happening now. The recent news that Cathie Wood’s ARK Invest filed for the first spot ether (ETH)

Risk sentiment rebounded during midday Wednesday trading in New York as stocks surged, driven by a retreat in Treasury yields after several sessions of substantial surges. The ADP National Employment Report, which fell short of expectations (89,000 ...

One of the most highly anticipated movies of 2024 is “Deadpool 3” with Ryan Reynolds returning in the title role and Hugh Jackman, joining to reprise his iconic Wolverine role. A hit musician is also rumored to be making a cameo in the film. What ...

Buenos Aires, Argentina – September 27, 2023 – LABITCONF, the leading crypto event in the region, is set to return to Buenos Aires on November 10th and 11th, 2023. With over 250 global speakers, this 11th edition will delve into the future of Bitcoin, ...

When a wayward kid does wrong and gets found out, typically he doesn’t want to be known as the guy who just joy-rode his neighbor’s Ford Crown Victoria. He wants to make a good impression on everyone, so they talk to him again. He shaves, gets a haircut and puts on th

The CBOE Volatility Index, commonly known as the VIX or the “fear gauge” of the stock market, has experienced a notable upswing recently, reaching levels not seen in over five months. This surge in the VIX, which has breached the psychologically ...

Benzinga AI Powerhouse: Palantir And PwC Team Up To Accelerate Data-Driven Operations Palantir Technologies Inc (NYSE: PLTR) is expanding its collaboration with PwC to combine its latest AI capabilities.  The collaboration will combine Palantir's ...

In a historic move, Rep. Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) was voted out as the Speaker of the House of the U.S. House of Representatives Tuesday with a vote of 216-210. Here’s a look at what happened and the betting odds on who the next Speaker of the House ...

SINGAPORE – As Singapore geared up for the riveting speed of the Formula One weekend in mid-September, crypto-related entities were racing toward opportunity at the Token2049 conference. One seasoned traditional finance player wasn’t in much of a rush, though.Singapor

NFL star Travis Kelce's romance with musician Taylor Swift could be a win for brand partners in terms of endorsements and deals. What Happened: A new Morning Consult poll shows that awareness and favorability for the Kansas City Chiefs tight end have ...

Jury selection for the trial of Sam Bankman-Fried, the founder of bankrupt crypto exchange FTX (CRYPTO: FTT), began on Tuesday in the Southern District of New York. According to a press release posted by the Justice Department, Bankman-Fried is being ...