Countdown to Closure: OKX to Cease Crypto Services in Nigeria by August

Although the market dips even further after weak macro releases, Starknet (STRK) remains bullish with developments that offset the market’s fear, uncertainty, and doubt. According to CoinGecko, STRK rose nearly 23% since last week, keeping much of the bearish momentum at bay.  On-chain developments have held investor confidence highly, with a major push for improving…

The cryptocurrency market has been under intense bearish pressure in recent weeks, with several large-cap assets including Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) struggling to put in a positive shift. The past week was particularly drab for the two largest cryptocurrencies, as they posted double-digit losses in the last seven-day period. While the BTC price performance…

If “We Are the World” marked The Greatest Night in Pop, then the Monterey International Pop Festival can easily be considered one of the most remarkable weekends in rock history. Yes, Otis Redding gave the performance of a lifetime and Ravi Shankar secured his legendary status, but it was Jimi Hendrix whose set goes down…

The cinematic arm of the Slum Dwellers International and affiliates’ campaign to expose injustice wrought upon waterfront communities in Nigeria’s largest city of Lagos, the Agbajowo Collective––a group of young artists who have themselves endured the forced evictions committed over the past five-plus decades––has made good on an idea that began in 2018. The Legend…

The U.S. Federal Reserve has issued a cease-and-desist order against United Texas Bank (UTB), one of the few remaining American financial institutions still catering to crypto companies. The central bank cited “significant deficiencies” in its governance, particularly in its adherence to anti-money laundering (AML) laws and risk management tied to virtual currency customers and foreign…

The Bitcoin price dropped below $54,000 on September 6 as the flagship crypto experienced a massive wave of sell-offs from traders. This price decline was sparked by developments on the macroeconomic side, which painted a bearish outlook for Bitcoin.  Bitcoin Slides Following Weak Job Report Bitcoin’s price retreated following a weak August job report. Data…

At the end of it all, we finally have our winners. The 81st Venice Film Festival wrapped up this weekend on the sunny Lido island in Venice, and awards were handed out at a fancy awards show in the Sala Grande. The top prize at Venice is a Golden Lion (in honor of the iconic…

Image credit: Bravo Peacock‘s new TV and movie releases for September 9-15 2024 include American Ninja Warrior Season 16’s finale and The Real Housewives of Dubai Season 2 Part 1 – Uncensored. Starting September 9, Peacock subscribers can check out American Ninja Warrior Season 16’s finale. American Ninja Warrior is a reality game competition series…

American investment company WisdomTree has requested to withdraw its Ethereum Trust registration statement three years after submission to the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). This development comes a few hours after fellow asset manager VanEck closed down its Ethereum futures ETF citing a lack of demand. WisdomTree To Terminate Ethereum ETF Registration  In a…

In just over a decade, Mike Flanagan went from promising indie director to one of the best American genre filmmakers working today. Starting with Absentia and Oculus, he soon worked his way up to studio fare (Doctor Sleep) before spending the past several years making Netflix’s The Haunting of Hill House and The Fall of…

Chatting with the head of a prominent documentary-production company recently, I asked if hybrid filmmaking had reached its natural limit. Could it conceivably be pushed further? He posited these limitations might be behind a recent trend of documentarians pivoting to fiction: Kirsten Johnson is making a Susan Sontag biopic with Kristen Stewart; Frederick Wiseman made…

Photo Credit: @Paramount Plus/YouTube Paramount Plus’s new TV and movie releases for September 9-15, 2024, include DORA Season 2 and Tulsa King Season 2. On September 9, DORA Season 2 drops on Paramount Plus. This animated series is created by Valerie Walsh and Chris Gifford. The story follows Dora and her best friend, Boots the…

The non-fungible token (NFT) market has witnessed explosive growth, followed by significant downturns over the past few years. Despite the initial hype and heavy investment, it is now grappling with severe instability. According to a report from nftevening.com, a staggering 96% of NFTs are considered “dead” based on three factors – zero trading volume, minimal…

PEPE is facing intense bearish pressure, with its price trending downward toward a critical support level at $0.00000589. Recent market actions have shown that the bears are firmly in control, pushing the token closer to this key threshold. As sellers continue to dominate, the question is whether the bulls can step in to defend this…

Some might be sending some thank you notes to Jimmy Fallon, as The Tonight Show is joining other late night shows by reducing the number of new shows per week to four, down from the traditional five. For a while there, Jimmy Fallon and The Tonight Show were hanging onto something that some of the…

XRP is holding above a key support level despite significant selling pressure and fear in the crypto market. After experiencing a 20% retrace since August 24, the price remains stable above the $0.50 mark, sparking hope among investors and analysts. This crucial support level has become a focal point, as it could indicate resilience in…

The latest entry in Kevin Costner’s four-part Western, Horizon: An American Saga – Chapter 2, premiered at the 81st Venice International Film Festival, and select outlets have weighed in on whether the film is a project of progress or a bumpy ride along a dusty trail. Costner’s Horizon: An American Saga – Chapter 1 launched…

In this year’s diverse line-up of Venice competition titles, there is one that stands out. A film without any predecessors or useful comparison-companions, a truly singular example of a cinematic mystery: Dea Kulumbegashvili’s sophomore feature April. After two shorts at Cannes and a debut (2020’s Beginning) that (to say the least) wowed TIFF, San Sebastian,…

When Nicolás (Henry Golding) wakes from his dream, Daniela (Beatrice Grannò) is gone. It wasn’t some crazy adventure or anything, either. Just the two of them remembering the first time they met. The playback is imperfect. Or, at least, he thinks it is. How can we ever truly remember every little detail anyway? Or that…

Injective Protocol (INJ) whales are diversifying their portfolios and taking advantage of new opportunities. One such whale has made a strategic move by adding Mpeppe (MPEPE), an innovative A.I-powered casino project, to their holdings. This shift highlights the growing interest in the integration of artificial intelligence (A.I.) and blockchain technology in the gaming and decentralized…

“If we’re doomed, we’re doomed together.” Hulu has unveiled an official trailer for a new series titled La Máquina (which just translates to The Mask) created by TV writer Marco Ramirez. It’s also produced by and stars Gael García Bernal & Diego Luna through their own production company, with a streaming debut this October on…

Toncoin (TON) has recently seen a significant surge in price, increasing by 7% following a statement from Telegram CEO Pavel Durov. Durov’s public response to his recent arrest in France has triggered a renewed interest in Toncoin (TON), leading to positive on-chain metrics and growing bullish sentiment. However, despite this momentum, the altcoin market remains…

In recent months, Internet Computer (ICP) has had a turbulent journey in the crypto market, with analysts offering mixed predictions for its performance in the coming months of September, October, November, and December. As traders and investors speculate on the future of ICP, many are also noticing the rise of another coin making waves in…

Internet Computer (ICP) traders have faced a tough market, suffering an additional 8.38% dip in recent trading sessions. With the token’s price dropping further, many are exploring alternative investment strategies to hedge against losses. Among these strategies is a growing interest in the casino-themed meme coin, Mpeppe (MPEPE), which has captured attention with its promise…

A crypto analyst has revealed that the price of Bitcoin might be gearing for a fresh rally after the appearance of a bullish on-chain signal. Bitcoin UTXOs In Profit At Lowest Level Since 2023 — Here’s Why In a QuickTake post on the CryptoQuant platform, an analyst with the pseudonym EgyHash shared an interesting on-chain…

In the world of meme coins, a fierce battle is brewing between two giants—Pepe Coin (PEPE) and the new contender Mpeppe (MPEPE). While PEPE has seen substantial volatility recently, a new wave of excitement is gathering around Mpeppe, leading top analysts to predict that this casino-themed meme coin could soon hit the moon. Pepe’s Rollercoaster…

A Washington DC-based serial entrepreneur who was fortunate enough to buy PEPE at its inception has now shifted focus to a new rising star in the meme coin space: Mpeppe (MPEPE), a casino-themed meme coin currently priced at $0.0021. Let’s explore why this entrepreneur, who has a history of making big gains with PEPE, has…

Solana (SOL) has been struggling to maintain its momentum, with the token facing significant market volatility as it battles to reach the $140 mark. Investors who once celebrated Solana’s scalability and speed now find themselves concerned about the future of the coin as its price continues to face challenges. At the same time, Mpeppe (MPEPE)…

The current market landscape for cryptocurrencies has been filled with volatility, and while larger assets like Solana (SOL) and Ethereum struggle to maintain momentum, there are signals of opportunities in projects like Mpeppe (MPEPE). With Solana facing challenges amid a broader bearish sentiment, investors are keeping a close eye on newer tokens like Mpeppe, which…

As Toncoin (TON) continues its climb, surging 7% in the last 24 hours to reach $5.13, the token is attracting renewed interest from traders and investors alike. This price boost follows remarks made by Telegram CEO Pavel Durov, who recently spoke out against his arrest by French authorities, calling it a “misguided approach.” The news…