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Robinhood has rolled out its crypto wallet for Android users globally, offering a secure way to manage various cryptocurrencies and stay informed about market trends directly from their Android devices.

The launch of the Robinhood Wallet for Android is a strategic move to accelerate the adoption of cryptocurrencies while enhancing Robinhood’s reputation as a trustworthy and user-friendly platform for crypto transactions.

This release is particularly significant given Android’s dominant 70% market share in the global mobile operating system market. Android users can now securely hold their private keys and take full control of their digital assets through the Robinhood Wallet.

With the Robinhood Wallet, users can store, manage, send, and receive a variety of cryptocurrencies, including Ethereum, Bitcoin, Dogecoin, Arbitrum, Polygon, Optimism, and Base.

Moreover, the wallet offers features such as cryptocurrency swapping, direct funding from Robinhood balances or other wallets/exchanges, and access to trending tokens and crypto news.

Johann Kerbrat, General Manager of Robinhood Crypto, highlighted the significance of this launch, stating:

“Launching Robinhood Wallet on Android is a significant step forward in our commitment to making crypto more accessible and seamlessly integrated into daily life for millions of people around the world.”

Key Features for Android Users

Android users can now enjoy the following features with the Robinhood Wallet:

Hold private keys and maintain control over digital assets.

Manage a diverse range of cryptocurrencies across multiple networks.

Swap cryptocurrencies on Ethereum, Polygon, and Arbitrum networks.

Fund the wallet directly from Robinhood balances or other sources.

Stay updated on trending tokens and the latest crypto news within the app.

Global Expansion and Future Plans

In December, Robinhood introduced its crypto product for Europe, allowing European customers to trade over 25 tokens, including popular cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, Cardano, Solana, and Polkadot.

Looking ahead, Robinhood plans to expand its token selection further and introduce features such as staking.

Research firm Bernstein recently issued an “outperform” rating for Robinhood Markets, with analyst Gautam Chhugani predicting a significant increase in cryptocurrency trade volume at the online brokerage over the next two years.

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In the wake of heightened market volatility, the price of Bitcoin has surged back above the $63,500 threshold. Over the past 24 hours, the crypto landscape witnessed a tumultuous period, with the liquidation of more than $150 million in leveraged bitcoin positions.

After dipping to a recent low of $69,900, Bitcoin’s value rebounded, showing a resilient increase of over 1% within the same period.  As of 7:50 a.m. ET, the largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization was trading at $63,559, according to data from The Block’s Price Page.

The volatility in price action led to significant liquidations across both long and short positions on centralized exchanges. CoinGlass data revealed that more than $78 million in bitcoin longs and over $72 million in shorts were liquidated, totaling over $150 million in liquidations.

While Bitcoin saw a rebound, the second-largest cryptocurrency, Ether, experienced a modest 0.3% increase, reaching $3,262 at 7:48 a.m. ET. Conversely, SOL, the native coin of the Solana network, recorded a decline of over 2% during the same period, according to The Block’s Prices Page.

The broader crypto market witnessed a total of over $275 million in liquidated long positions over the past day, contributing to a cumulative figure of $428 million in liquidations across various centralized exchanges.

Liquidations occur when traders’ positions are automatically closed due to insufficient funds to cover losses. This scenario arises when market movements go against the trader’s position, resulting in the exhaustion of their initial margin or collateral.

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The countdown to Bitcoin’s next halving event, scheduled to take place in just a month, is underway. As estimated by The Block’s halving countdown, the event is set for April 20, where miners’ block rewards will be slashed from 6.25 BTC to 3.125 BTC.

Approximately 4,450 blocks remain until the anticipated date, based on Bitcoin’s average block generation time of 10 minutes. If the current pace holds, April 20 around 8 a.m. EDT marks the potential moment for the halving event, reducing miners’ rewards per block by half.

Bitcoin halvings occur automatically every 210,000 blocks, approximately every four years, in a programmed event. Following each halving, miners receive 50% fewer bitcoins as a reward for their mining efforts, although they still earn transaction fees per block as usual.

With three previous halving events in Bitcoin’s history, the block reward inflation has decreased from 50 BTC to 25 BTC in 2012, then to 12.5 BTC in 2016, and most recently to 6.25 BTC on May 11, 2020. Ultimately, there will only be 21 million bitcoins in existence, with the halving events set to continue until the last bitcoin is projected to be mined around 2140, after which miners will solely earn from transaction fees.

The Market Impact of Bitcoin Halvings

Bitcoin halvings historically correlate with significant price fluctuations in the cryptocurrency market. Although not directly causal, these events often precede notable bull runs in Bitcoin’s price trajectory.

Jean-David Péquignot, Head of Markets at OSL, remarked on the positive impact of Bitcoin halvings on its price, attributing it to heightened optimism among crypto investors due to the event’s reinforcement of Bitcoin’s scarcity.

Furthermore, a recent report from ETC Group suggests that the forthcoming halving may not be fully priced into the current market. Their analysis indicates a potential increase in Bitcoin’s equilibrium price, projecting figures as high as $215,000 by the end of the next Bitcoin epoch in 2028.

Despite recent fluctuations, with Bitcoin sliding from $68,136 to $61,506 and eventually rebounding to $63,994, analysts at Bernstein view the dip as a buying opportunity ahead of the impending halving event.

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The meteoric rise of Bitcoin (BTCUSD) alongside the continued dominance of artificial intelligence (AI) stocks has been a notable narrative on Wall Street throughout 2024. Despite recent volatility, BTC has recently reached new highs surpassing $70,000, driven by the introduction of spot Bitcoin ETFs and optimism surrounding the upcoming “halving” event.

While the introduction of Bitcoin-based ETFs initially diverted attention from crypto mining stocks, analysts at Bernstein contend that miners remain the most viable equity proxy for BTC. They argue that the recent underperformance of these stocks, particularly pre-halving, presents an uncommon opportunity to acquire them at a discount. Here’s a closer examination of one such lesser-known Bitcoin mining company poised for substantial growth according to Wall Street analysts.

Overview of Bitdeer Technologies Stock

Bitdeer Technologies Group (NASDAQ:BTDR) specializes in Bitcoin mining, with a focus on blockchain and high-performance computing. Headquartered in Singapore, the company also provides advanced cloud services catering to clients with significant demand for AI. Bitdeer operates data centers in the U.S., Norway, and Bhutan, with a current market capitalization of $823 million.

Despite a year-to-date decline of 25.9%, BTDR stock has notably underperformed the broader equities market.

Strong Q4 Performance

Bitdeer recently announced its preliminary results for the fourth quarter of the previous fiscal year, reporting revenues of $114.8 million, marking a 49% year-over-year increase. Notably, self-mining revenues surged by over fourfold to $46.9 million in the quarter. The company achieved an EPS of $0.11, a significant improvement from the $0.07 loss per share in the corresponding period of the prior year.

Additionally, Bitdeer ended the quarter with a cash balance of $144.7 million, up 7.6% sequentially, and mined approximately 1,299 Bitcoins, a 19.7% increase from the previous quarter. Full results are anticipated to be released on March 22.

Strategic Initiatives

Bitdeer has undertaken several strategic initiatives to bolster its position in the market. The appointment of founder Jihan Wu as CEO received a positive market response, as did the recent opening of a data center in Bhutan, aimed at reducing operating costs through lower electricity expenses.

Looking forward, the construction of the Tydal data center in Norway, equipped with immersion cooling technology, is expected to enhance efficiency and cost-effectiveness. Furthermore, Bitdeer’s partnership with Nvidia to address the growing demand for AI supercomputing underscores its commitment to diversification and innovation.

Analyst Outlook

Analysts are bullish on Bitdeer stock, with Benchmark initiating coverage with a “Buy” rating and a $13 price target, suggesting an upside potential of approximately 103%. H.C. Wainwright analyst Mike Colonnese echoed this sentiment, highlighting the stock’s undervaluation based on forward enterprise value/revenue multiple, with a $20 price target representing a potential upside of 171.7%.

Overall, unanimous consensus among five analysts rates BTDR as a “Strong Buy,” with a mean target price of $14.50, indicating a potential upside of around 97% from current levels.

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DUBAI, UAE, March 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Bybit, one the world’s top three crypto exchanges by trading volume, and Solana, one of the fastest-growing ecosystems in the blockchain sphere, joined forces for an electrifying livestream discussion with other dApps. The event showcased the remarkable growth of the Solana ecosystem and unveiled exciting plans for the future, with a focus on delivering values to the blockchain ecosystem.

During the livestream, Ben Zhou, co-founder and CEO of Bybit emphasized the importance of partnerships with solid projects, resilience and vision, reflecting Bybit’s strategic approach to collaboration within the cryptocurrency ecosystem. “We’re drawn to projects with a proven track record and a solid foundation,” Zhou said. “Solana really surprised me in how it developed and how resilient it is, and now that the community is super strong, all these new projects are building onto it.”

Lily Liu, president of the Solana Foundation, spoke about the unique capabilities Solana brings to the table. “Solana stands apart with its ability to execute transactions in a blink of an eye and at minimal cost enabling what was once thought impossible,” Liu said. “This paves the way for innovative applications previously beyond reach.”

Bybit’s commitment to nurturing a robust and innovative crypto ecosystem is underscored by its focus on Web3 initiatives like Solana Fiesta, with planned hackathons, conferences, and collaborative efforts hosted at Bybit’s Dubai Crypto Ark Space designed to expand crypto adoption and spur innovation.

Marius George Ciubotariu, a core contributor to Kamino Finance, a leading decentralized finance (DeFi) protocol on Solana, welcomed the opportunity to offer Bybit users an airdrop of the new Kamino ($KMNO) token, as part of Bybit x Solana‘s Airdrop Arcade. “This is the moment when many will discover Solana for what it is: a seamless, straightforward blockchain experience akin to using the web without cumbersome interfaces or wallets,” he said.

Joe Takayama, YouTube influencer, pointed out the innovative projects on Solana, many of which will be listed on Bybit. “A lot of the coins on Solana are not just tokens. They’re building and investing in the Solana ecosystem. The tools and products they build will appeal to the mass market.”

Bybit’s alliance with Solana is a pivotal step toward creating a more accessible, efficient, and innovative digital asset landscape. Emily Bao, Web3 evangelist from Bybit Web3, summed up the venture, “Our goal is to collaborate with the best in the blockchain world, and Solana is one of our top choices with its innovation and efficiency.”

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About Bybit Web3

Bybit Web3 is redefining openness in the decentralized world, creating a simpler, open, and equal ecosystem for everyone. We are committed to welcoming builders, creators, and partners in the blockchain space, extending an invitation to both crypto enthusiasts and the curious, with a community of over one million wallet users, over 10 major ecosystem partners, and counting. 

Bybit Web3 provides a comprehensive suite of Web3 products designed to make accessing, swapping, collecting and growing Web3 assets as open and simple as possible. Our wallets, marketplaces and platforms are all backed by the security and expertise that define Bybit as a top 3 global crypto exchange, trusted by 25 million users globally.

Join the revolution now and open the door to your Web3 future with Bybit.

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Bybit is one of the world’s top three crypto exchanges by volume with 25 million users. Established in 2018, it offers a professional platform where crypto investors and traders can find an ultra-fast matching engine, 24/7 customer service, and multilingual community support. Bybit is a proud partner of Formula One’s reigning Constructors’ and Drivers’ champions: the Oracle Red Bull Racing team.

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SINGAPORE, March 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — OKX, a leading Web3 technology company, has issued updates for March 19, 2024.

OKX DEX Launches ZK Token Trading Campaign with a 9,000 ZK Token Prize Pool

OKX today launched a new trading campaign on its DEX aggregator, giving eligible users who trade Polyhedra Network‘s ZK tokens the opportunity to claim a share of a 9,000 ZK token prize pool. The campaign begins on March 19 at 6:00 PM (UTC+8) and ends on April 9 at 6:00 PM (UTC+8).

Users must trade ZK tokens worth more than US$100 on OKX DEX to be eligible for the campaign’s rewards. Further details on how to participate in the campaign can be found here.

Polyhedra Network offers cross-chain solutions for both Layer 1s and Layer 2s through the use of zkBridge. This utilizes zero-knowledge proof to securely verify state transitions between chains without the need for trust. zkBridge technology not only ensures robust security without external assumptions, but also lowers the costs of on-chain verification.

Note: Not all products are available in all regions. OKX reserves the right to determine and amend the rules of the campaign at any time without further notice, including but not limited to canceling, extending, or terminating this campaign, modifying the eligibility conditions for users participating in the campaign, and adjusting the campaign and reward rules. For the campaign’s full terms and conditions, click here.

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About OKX

A leading global technology company driving the future of Web3, OKX provides a comprehensive suite of products to meet the needs of beginners and experts alike, including:

• OKX Wallet: The world’s most powerful, secure and versatile crypto wallet which gives users access to over 80 blockchains while allowing them to take custody of their own funds. The wallet includes MPC technology which allows users to easily recover access to their wallet independently, removing the need for traditional, ‘written down’ seed phrases. In addition, OKX Wallet’s account abstraction-powered Smart Account enables users to pay for transactions on multiple blockchains using USDC or USDT, and interact with multiple contracts via a single transaction.
• DEX: A multi-chain, cross-chain decentralized exchange aggregator of 400+ other DEXs and approximately 20 bridges, with 200,000+ coins and more than 20 blockchains supported.
• NFT Marketplace: A multi-chain, zero-fee NFT marketplace that gives users access to NFT listings across seven top-tier marketplaces including OpenSea, MagicEden, LooksRare and Blur.
• Web3 DeFi: A powerful DeFi platform that supports earning and staking on about 70 protocols across more than 10 chains.

OKX partners with a number of the world’s top brands and athletes, including English Premier League champions Manchester City F.C., McLaren Formula 1, The Tribeca Festival, Olympian Scotty James, and F1 driver Daniel Ricciardo.

As a leader building innovative technology products, OKX believes in challenging the status quo. The company recently launched a global brand campaign entitled, The System Needs a Rewrite, which advocates for a new paradigm led by Web3 self-managed technology.

To learn more about OKX, download our app or visit: okx.com

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NASSAU, Bahamas, March 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — OKX, a leading crypto exchange and Web3 technology company, has issued updates for March 19, 2024.

OKX Lists Polyhedra Network’s ZK Token on its Perpetual Futures Market

OKX today listed a USDT-margined ZK token contract on its perpetual futures market at 10:30 AM (UTC), enabling users to trade ZK/USDT with up to 50x leverage. In addition, margin trading and Simple Earn for the ZK token will be enabled at 4:00 AM (UTC) on March 21, 2024.

These updates will be available across both the web and app interfaces as well as the API, providing users with more flexibility and choices in their trading strategies.

ZK is the token that fuels the Polyhedra Network, which offers cross-chain solutions for both Layer 1s and Layer 2s through the use of zkBridge. This utilizes zero-knowledge proof to securely verify state transitions between chains without the need for trust. zkBridge technology not only ensures robust security without external assumptions, but also lowers the costs of on-chain verification.

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OKX is a leading global crypto exchange and innovative Web3 company. Trusted by more than 50 million global users, OKX is known for being one of the fastest and most reliable crypto apps in the world.

As a top partner of English Premier League champions Manchester City FC, McLaren Formula 1, Olympian Scotty James, and F1 driver Daniel Ricciardo, OKX aims to supercharge the fan experience with new engagement opportunities. OKX is also the top partner of the Tribeca Festival as part of an initiative to bring more creators into web3.

The OKX Wallet is the platform’s latest offering for people looking to explore the world of NFTs and the metaverse while trading GameFi and DeFi tokens.

OKX is committed to transparency and security and publishes its Proof of Reserves on a monthly basis.

To learn more about OKX, download our app or visit: okx.com

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