Crypto News: A Galactic Roundup

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The Bitcoin rocket 🚀 soared from $27,900 to $30,000 following a misleading announcement about BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF approval. The fake news led to approximately $100 million in trading liquidations within an hour. BlackRock later clarified its ETF application is still under SEC review. That’s one way to create a supernova 💥 in the crypto market!

The Ethereum spaceship 🛸 is still cruising along at around $1,500, but it might face some turbulence as the network congestion and high gas fees continue to plague its users. Some are looking for alternative routes, such as layer 2 solutions or other blockchains, to reach their destinations faster and cheaper.

The Binance starship 🌠 is temporarily closing its doors to new passengers in the UK. This follows a restriction on the exchange’s operating partner in the UK by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)1. Binance said it is working with the regulator to resolve the issue and ensure compliance.

The South Korean galaxy 🌌 is witnessing a dark side of crypto, as four suspects in a crypto murder-kidnap case face the death penalty. The criminals abducted and killed a woman for her crypto holdings, which were worth about $10 million at the time. This is a tragic reminder of the importance of security and privacy in the crypto space.

The California planet 🌎 has passed a new law that will enforce a structural framework for businesses conducting operations in the crypto industry. The law, which is set to take effect in July 2025, is similar to the BitLicense regime in New York. Some see this as a positive step for crypto regulation, while others fear it might stifle innovation and competition.

That’s all for this week’s crypto news. Stay tuned for more updates from the final frontier! 🚀