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Cryptocurrencies

Ethereum and Bitcoin price crash spells the end for these Aussie crypto ETFs

| Bernd Struben

Trading in both these ETFs was suspended on Monday.

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Cryptocurrencies

The Bitcoin price may be decoupling from US stocks. Is this why?

| Bernd Struben

The Nasdaq Composite has been a particularly reliable barometer of how Bitcoin has moved in 2022.

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Cryptocurrencies

Could the next bull run be coming for the Bitcoin price?

| Bernd Struben

Retail investors have become skittish following the sell-off in cryptos, but institutional investor interest remains more robust.

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Cryptocurrencies

Why is the Bitcoin price outperforming for Australian crypto investors?

| Bernd Struben

The strength of the US dollar is helping Aussie Bitcoin holders see some healthy gains.

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Cryptocurrencies

The Bitcoin price just tumbled back below US$20,000. What's happening?

| Bernd Struben

With interest rates ratcheting up rapidly in 2022, most cryptos are deep in the red for the calendar year.

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Cryptocurrencies

Bitcoin isn't as 'smart' as Ethereum… and that's why I hold it

| Mitchell Lawler

Isn't Bitcoin old and irrelevant now?

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Cryptocurrencies

Soy boy and bitshaming: Here's your guide to crypto slang

| Tony Yoo

There is a whole subculture that has driven the rise of cryptocurrencies for the last 15 years. We explain some…

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Cryptocurrencies

3 reasons the Ethereum price could gain in the post-Merge months

| Bernd Struben

In the months, and indeed years, ahead, the Merge looks like it might offer some strong tailwinds for Ethereum.

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China's crackdown on Bitcoin mining sends crypto prices plummeting

| Kerry Sun

China ups the ante on its stance on cryptocurrency, causing Bitcoin, Dogecoin and Ethereum prices to continue plummeting.

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Would you pay 10% more for a 'green Bitcoin'?

| Bernd Struben

Bitcoin has been taking heat for the massive amounts of energy it requires. Now some Bitcoin is going green, for…

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Gold

ASX gold shares can thank bitcoin for their brightening outlook

| Brendon Lau

ASX gold shares have finally been playing catch-up with the rest of the market and investors can thank cryptos like…

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Cryptocurrencies

Billion dollar losses expose dangers of leveraged Bitcoin investing

| Bernd Struben

The 30% Bitcoin price crash this week saw many crypto investors lose money. But those who took leveraged bets really…

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Cryptocurrencies

Bitcoin bounces back, but is it smooth sailing from here?

| Kerry Sun

Bitcoin, Dogecoin and Ether have bounced back from Wednesday's selloff. But what can history tell us about what happens next?

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Gold

Forget bitcoin, why it might be time for gold to shine

| Kerry Sun

Bitcoin shaved off almost a third of its value overnight. Here's why gold could be back on the table thanks…

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Crypto crash sends Bitcoin 30% lower to under US$40,000

| Kerry Sun

It seems Elon Musk's move away from Bitcoin, China's hard stance and margin calls have all conspired to send cryptocurrency…

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Cryptocurrencies

Bitcoin price woes continue as China cracks down on cryptocurrency

| Kerry Sun

The Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) price continues to slide after China announced its hard stance against cryptocurrency. Here's the lowdown.

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Cryptocurrencies

56% of Aussies think Elon Musk invented Bitcoin

| Tony Yoo

Here are 8 myths about cryptocurrencies that Australians actually believe to be true, and why they're wrong.

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If Bitcoin investing isn't risky enough for you, try this

| Bernd Struben

If Bitcoin investing isn't risky enough for you then maybe you want to try to squeeze some yield out of…

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Cryptocurrencies

Bitcoin's next step forward aims to address adoption hurdles

| Mitchell Lawler

The Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) price is falling on Elon Musk's concerns, but the next update in the cryptocurrency might help…

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Cryptocurrencies

Why these 3 experts aren't worried about the tumbling Bitcoin price

| Bernd Struben

The Bitcoin price is down more than 6% over the past 24 hours and more than 30% from its record…

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Cryptocurrencies

Bitcoin suffers largest correction since March 2020

| Kerry Sun

The bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) hype train has taken a sharp turn away from destination moon back to earth. Here's why…

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Cryptocurrencies

Elon Musk cancels Bitcoin! Is it gold's gain?

| Sebastian Bowen

The price of Bitcoin is falling, but the price of gold is rising. This latest move shows the differences and…

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Cryptocurrencies

Tesla stops taking Bitcoin payments over fossil fuel concerns

| Brooke Cooper

Bitcoin's (CRYPTO: BTC) price is falling as Telsa Inc's (NASDAQ: TSLA) CEO Elon Musk shared news Tesla won't accept Bitcoin…

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Cryptocurrencies

Could Dogecoin and Bitcoin be getting an extra push?

| Mitchell Lawler

Bitcoin and Dogecoin have benefitted from the backing of several companies and popular individuals. But there are rumours of more…

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Cryptocurrencies

Ethereum climbs even higher… but why? Dogecoin might be the answer

| Sebastian Bowen

The cryptocurrency Ethereum has just reached another new all-time high. And we might be able to thank Elon Musk and…

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Cryptocurrencies

Dogecoin price drops by a third after Elon Musk calls it a "hustle" on comedy show

| Brendon Lau

Holders of Dogecoin weren’t laughing as the price of the cryptocurrency tumbled after Elon Musk called it a “hustle” on…

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Cryptocurrencies

Ethereum breaks new record highs as Bitcoin slips…which one to buy?

| Bernd Struben

Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) is once again outperforming Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) today. We take a look at why investors are buying…

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Cryptocurrencies

Move over Bitcoin! Ethereum prices are rising fast

| Sebastian Bowen

The price of the cryptocurrency Ethereum (ETH) is now growing much faster than Bitcoin (BTC) itself. Here's why this might…

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Cryptocurrencies

Dogecoin (CRYPTO:DOGE) leaps 54% higher and crashes Robinhood…what's next?

| Bernd Struben

The Dogecoin price is off to the races again today, up 54% in 24 hours. We take a look at…

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Cryptocurrencies

It's not just Bitcoin (CRYPTO:BTC) driving ASX investor interest

| Bernd Struben

It's not just Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) driving ASX investor interest in cryptocurrencies. A range of altcoins is rising on investors'…

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Technology Shares

Are Coinbase (NASDAQ:COIN) shares worth a look?

| Tony Yoo

If you don't want to buy cryptocurrencies directly, is this the way to get exposure to a hot asset? One…

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Cryptocurrencies

Warren Buffett hates Bitcoin. Here's why

| Sebastian Bowen

Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger of Berkshire Hathaway don't make a secret of their dislike of Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC). Are…

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Cryptocurrencies

How Tether is fuelling the Bitcoin price rally

| Bernd Struben

The Bitcoin price rally still has legs, with Bitcoin up 2.7% over the past 24 hours and transactions fuelled by…

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Cryptocurrencies

Why the Ether price gains are outpacing Bitcoin's price rise

| Bernd Struben

The Bitcoin price gains of late have garnered most of the media attention. Here's why you can expect to hear…

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Is today's soaring Dogecoin price an attractive bargain or a dangerous bubble?

| Bernd Struben

With the Bitcoin price garnering most of the headlines, the Dogecoin price has quietly gone through the roof. Can it…

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Should you invest your super in cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin?

| Sebastian Bowen

Should you buy cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin for your super fund? It's reportedly an increasingly popular retirement investment.

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Cryptocurrencies

DigitalX (ASX:DCC) share price rockets 13% on quarterly update

| Aaron Teboneras

The DigitalX (ASX: DCC) share price is rocketing today after the company announced its March quarterly report.

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Cryptocurrencies

Aussie fintech lets ANYONE receive salary in Bitcoin (CRYPTO:BTC)

| Tony Yoo

Living Room of Satoshi joins getpaidinbitcoin.com.au in allowing punters to get paid their hard-earned in cryptocurrency instead of cash.

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Cryptocurrencies

Forget the Bitcoin price, the Dogecoin price is on fire!

| Bernd Struben

While the Bitcoin price has been garnering most of the financial media attention, the Dogecoin price has gone ballistic. Here's…

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Cryptocurrencies

Do you think the Bitcoin price is a bubble? Read this

| Bernd Struben

The Bitcoin price is down a touch, but still near record highs. Investors looking to bet against Bitcoin now have…

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International Stock News

Coinbase (NASDAQ:COIN) shares pop and drop in debut

| Mitchell Lawler

Coinbase (NASDAQ:COIN) hits the public market. The journey has been long, but the crypto exchanges ambitions are just getting started.

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Share Market News

Bitcoin price hits new record high as Bitcoin ETF tops $1.3 billion

| Bernd Struben

The Bitcoin price broke into record territory as many Aussie slept the night away. And North America's first Bitcoin ETF…

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Cryptocurrencies

What's driving the Bitcoin price higher?

| Bernd Struben

The Bitcoin price is up 1.3% in the past 24 hours and up 18% since 26 March. What's driving the…

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Share Market News

Will this Nasdaq IPO send the Bitcoin price back to record highs?

| Bernd Struben

The Bitcoin price is back within 2.5% of its all-time highs. Now crypto investors are eyeing this Nasdaq IPO to…

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Share Market News

With the Bitcoin price up overnight your crypto Tesla just got cheaper

| Bernd Struben

The Bitcoin price gained overnight, meaning a Tesla bought with Bitcoin just got cheaper. But should you buy a car…

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Bitcoin's price is down 8% from February's highs. Is it time to buy the dip?

| Bernd Struben

With the Bitcoin price down 8% from February's highs is it time to buy the dip? We look at the…

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Share Market News

Will China's great emissions wall crash the Bitcoin price?

| Bernd Struben

The Bitcoin price edged lower overnight. But Bitcoin bulls may have bigger concerns with China's emissions reduction promises coming due.

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Share Market News

Bitcoin price mania spreads as Ether price hits record highs

| Bernd Struben

As the Bitcoin price remains within a whisker of record highs, the Ether price broke into new record high territory.…

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