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The latest in blockchain tech upgrades, funding announcements and deals. For the period of Jan. 18-24.
Financial
Grayscale Bitcoin ETF Liquidity Provider Flowdesk Raises $50M Series B
Flowdesk will use the funding to grow its over-the-counter (OTC) offering, hiring new personnel and expand its regulatory coverage in Singapore and the U.S.
First Mover Americas: dYdX Beats Uniswap, Bitcoin Outlook Dour
The latest price moves in crypto markets in context for Jan. 18, 2024.
BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF Hits $1B AUM in One Week
IBIT’s holdings consist of 99% bitcoin, and nearly $60,000 in fiat, veri shows.
Ethereum Staking Platform Kiln Raises $17M for Global Expansion
The crypto firm plans to grow its business in Asia-Pacific with the opening of a new regional headquarters in Singapore.
TrueUSD Wobbles Towards $1 Peg Amid Reported Redemption Issues
TUSD went as low as 97 cents as Binance veri shows traders apparently sold over $300 million worth.
Sui Teams Up With Oracle Stork to Provide Builders With Fast Pricing Data
Stork is an oracle purpose-built for the rigors of ultra-low-latency trading.
Investment Firm With $1B Assets Looks to Invest in Bitcoin Mining With Fabiano Consulting
Deus X Capital partnered with Fabiano Consulting to provide funding and strategic advice to miners.
Crypto Market Sentiment Remains Optimistic Despite Bitcoin Weakness, CoinDesk 20 Perpetual Futures Show
The CD20/USDC perpetual futures traded at a premium to the index price early Thursday, indicating a bullish broader market sentiment.
Woo Raises $9M to Boost Liquidity of WOO X Exchange
Participants in the raise include Wintermute and Amber, in addition to other notable liquidity providers.