Crypto has become boring in 2024 while AI creates peak apathy for new tech

As we approach the end of 2024, the emerging tech landscape bears little resemblance to that of 2019. In just five years, the whirlwind of innovation that swept through decentralized finance, artificial intelligence, and blockchain technologies has transformed our digital world at a dizzying pace. Yet, amid this rapid progress, I see a curious phenomenon The post Crypto has become boring in 2024 while AI creates peak apathy for new tech appeared first on CryptoSlate.

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No, Bitcoin trading is not older than fiat or the US stock market, yet

Bitcoin’s trading hours have surpassed those of the modern US fiat stock market since the Nixon Shock, but claims of it exceeding the entire history of US stock trading or fiat globally would be premature. A closer examination reveals a more nuanced picture of market longevity and trading activity. The crypto community recently buzzed with The post No, Bitcoin trading is not older than fiat or the US stock market, yet appeared first on CryptoSlate.

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Cantor Fitzgerald CEO predicts US banks to hold Bitcoin within 5 years

Cantor Fitzgerald CEO Howard Lutnick recently articulated his vision for Bitcoin’s integration into traditional finance, emphasizing its potential to become a pivotal asset in the financial industry. Lutnick highlighted the gradual acceptance of Bitcoin within mainstream finance, noting that while an ETF has begun to make Bitcoin more mainstream, banks are still unable to engage The post Cantor Fitzgerald CEO predicts US banks to hold Bitcoin within 5 years appeared first on CryptoSlate.

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SEC calls for better data for retail investors but fails to identify oracles like Chainlink are the solution

The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has highlighted the need for retail investors to gain more timely access to fund portfolio data. However, the answer may be at odds with the SEC’s recent approach, as the data could be significantly enhanced through the use of blockchain oracles like Chainlink. As Commissioner Jaime E. Lizárraga The post SEC calls for better data for retail investors but fails to identify oracles like Chainlink are the solution appeared first on CryptoSlate.

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Polymarket vs BET: How crypto prediction markets differ in handling betting outcomes

Polymarket and BET are two crypto prediction markets gaining significant attention. Each leverages blockchain technology to offer unique features and user experiences. Polymarket has accrued over $750 million in bets on the US election this year, while the newcomer BET has acquired around $22 million since its launch this month. How do Polymarket and BET The post Polymarket vs BET: How crypto prediction markets differ in handling betting outcomes appeared first on CryptoSlate.

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