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Alchemy Pay Joins Stellar Ecosystem to Offer Ramp Service for Developers and dApps

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Monday, November 20, 2023

SINGAPORE, Nov. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Alchemy Pay joins the Stellar ecosystem as a new on and off-ramp provider.

Key Points: 
  • SINGAPORE, Nov. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Alchemy Pay joins the Stellar ecosystem as a new on and off-ramp provider.
  • This integration brings the opportunity for developers and dApps within the Stellar ecosystem to seamlessly integrate the Alchemy Pay Ramp through accessible plugins and APIs and to incorporate cost-effective fiat-crypto transition services into their platforms, which are now featured in the Stellar Anchor Directory .
  • In addition, Alchemy Pay has earned credentials from industry titans Visa and Mastercard, solidifying its status as an authorized third-party payment service provider.
  • By providing a new ramp service choice on the Stellar network, Alchemy Pay is helping to drive adoption and make crypto even more accessible to a wider audience.

Bybit Unveils New Exciting Offers for New Card Users in Europe

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023

Bybit Card offers a revolutionary payment solution for individuals in Europe.

Key Points: 
  • Bybit Card offers a revolutionary payment solution for individuals in Europe.
  • Bybit is excited to introduce a host of captivating perks for those applying for the new Bybit Card:
    10 EUR Card Bonus: Receive a 10 EUR Card Bonus upon the successful application for a virtual card.
  • Additional 5 EUR Card Bonus: After the first successful transaction with the Bybit Card, the new card user will receive an extra 5 EUR Card Bonus.
  • Bybit Card is designed to provide a convenient and rewarding experience for cryptocurrency users in Europe.

Bit Digital, Inc. Announces Third Quarter of Fiscal Year 2023 Financial Results

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023

The Company earned 403.1 bitcoins during the quarter, a 27% increase from the prior quarter.

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  • The Company earned 403.1 bitcoins during the quarter, a 27% increase from the prior quarter.
  • The Company paid approximately $0.060 per kilowatt hour to its hosting partners for electricity consumed during the quarter.
  • The Company's active hash rate of its bitcoin mining fleet was approximately 1.19 EH/s as of September 30, 2023.
  • Approximately 600 PH/s of miners went offline due to a power utility mandated maintenance outage began on September 26, 2023.

Cboe Digital to Launch Margined Bitcoin and Ether Futures on January 11, 2024, Backed by Crypto and Traditional Finance Players

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Monday, November 13, 2023

With this launch, Cboe Digital will become the first U.S. regulated crypto native combined exchange and clearinghouse to enable both spot and leveraged derivatives trading on a single platform.

Key Points: 
  • With this launch, Cboe Digital will become the first U.S. regulated crypto native combined exchange and clearinghouse to enable both spot and leveraged derivatives trading on a single platform.
  • Cboe Digital will initially offer financially settled margined contracts on Bitcoin and Ether and plans to expand its product suite to include physically delivered products at a later date, subject to regulatory approvals.
  • "We look forward to working with Cboe Digital and building a secure and transparent marketplace for crypto spot and derivatives trading."
  • Cboe Digital's planned launch of margin Bitcoin and Ether futures will complement its existing offering of Bitcoin, Bitcoin Cash, Ether, Litecoin and USDC trading on its spot crypto market.

Cboe Digital to Launch Margined Bitcoin and Ether Futures on January 11, 2024, Backed by Crypto and Traditional Finance Players

Retrieved on: 
Monday, November 13, 2023

With this launch, Cboe Digital will become the first U.S. regulated crypto native combined exchange and clearinghouse to enable both spot and leveraged derivatives trading on a single platform.

Key Points: 
  • With this launch, Cboe Digital will become the first U.S. regulated crypto native combined exchange and clearinghouse to enable both spot and leveraged derivatives trading on a single platform.
  • Cboe Digital will initially offer financially settled margined contracts on Bitcoin and Ether and plans to expand its product suite to include physically delivered products at a later date, subject to regulatory approvals.
  • "We look forward to working with Cboe Digital and building a secure and transparent marketplace for crypto spot and derivatives trading."
  • Cboe Digital's planned launch of margin Bitcoin and Ether futures will complement its existing offering of Bitcoin, Bitcoin Cash, Ether, Litecoin and USDC trading on its spot crypto market.

ApeX Protocol Marks 1-Year Milestone with Achievements and Roadmap Unveiling

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Thursday, December 14, 2023

ApeX will be celebrating this milestone with a 2-week long celebration, with 25,000 USDC and 50,000 APEX in rewards.

Key Points: 
  • ApeX will be celebrating this milestone with a 2-week long celebration, with 25,000 USDC and 50,000 APEX in rewards.
  • Built on StarkWare's Layer 2 scalability engine StarkEx and operating on an orderbook model, ApeX provides a secure, efficient, and user-friendly experience for users.
  • This anniversary is a testament to the incredible community that has shaped ApeX into what it is today.
  • With a focus on user-centric innovations, strategic collaborations, and a commitment to decentralized excellence, ApeX remains at the forefront of shaping the future of decentralized finance.

Lumoz Unveils Innovative ZK-Rollup - StableNet based on Polygon CDK and Celestia DA

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Wednesday, December 13, 2023

Lumoz, recognized as an official CDK technology provider certified by Polygon, has undergone profound technical transformations and customizable upgrades specifically tailored for Polygon CDK.

Key Points: 
  • Lumoz, recognized as an official CDK technology provider certified by Polygon, has undergone profound technical transformations and customizable upgrades specifically tailored for Polygon CDK.
  • Notably, Lumoz extends its support beyond Polygon CDK to include other types of zkEVM, such as zkSync and Scroll.
  • Polygon CDK and Celestia DA Integration: As the first mainnet zkEVM project of its kind, StableNet is built based on Polygon CDK and Celestia DA, showcasing Lumoz's commitment to pushing technological boundaries.
  • “This is a significant milestone for Lumoz, being the first rollup to utilize Polygon CDK and go live, while also receiving official certification and support from Polygon and Celestia.

SpookySwap Goes Multichain with Horizen EON to Bolster DeFi Innovation

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Tuesday, December 12, 2023

This integration is SpookySwap’s first DEX multichain deployment and is set to boost the DeFi landscape, enhancing liquidity and fostering innovation on the Horizen EON ecosystem.

Key Points: 
  • This integration is SpookySwap’s first DEX multichain deployment and is set to boost the DeFi landscape, enhancing liquidity and fostering innovation on the Horizen EON ecosystem.
  • SpookySwap, renowned for its user-centric approach and innovative features, brings a wealth of experience and a vibrant community to the Horizen EON ecosystem.
  • This integration will facilitate seamless asset swaps, yield farming, and liquidity provision, creating a robust environment for DeFi users and developers alike.
  • Stay tuned for more updates as we work together to shape the future of DeFi and deliver exceptional value to our users and the broader web3 community.

ApeX Protocol Debuts USDT Contract Listings with Negative Market Maker Fees and 5K USDT Rewards Pool

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Sunday, December 10, 2023

Saint Vincent and the Grenadines | November 15, 2023 07:01 AM Eastern Standard Time

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  • Saint Vincent and the Grenadines | November 15, 2023 07:01 AM Eastern Standard Time
    The leading non-custodial derivatives decentralized exchange (DEX) — ApeX Protocol proudly unveils the beta release of USDT contracts today.
  • This significant development marks ApeX as one of the pioneering DEXs, offering support for both USDC and USDT perpetual contracts.
  • The introduction of USDT contracts, initiating with the BTC-USDT pair , provides traders with 50x leverage, with additional contract listings in the pipeline for the near future.
  • As part of this launch, ApeX is introducing the USDT Market Maker Incentive Plan , which offers participants negative maker fees of -1.2 basis points for the initial 120 days.

Bybit Welcomes Sebastian Gawenda as Options Business Leader

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Wednesday, November 8, 2023

VICTORIA, Seychelles, Nov. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Bybit , the world's third most visited crypto exchange, is excited to announce the appointment of Sebastian Gawenda as its new options business leader, marking a significant stride in fortifying Bybit's position as a leader in the crypto options market.

Key Points: 
  • VICTORIA, Seychelles, Nov. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Bybit , the world's third most visited crypto exchange, is excited to announce the appointment of Sebastian Gawenda as its new options business leader, marking a significant stride in fortifying Bybit's position as a leader in the crypto options market.
  • Indeed, Bybit pioneered the first USDC-settled options contracts for BTC and ETH in 2022.
  • "There's an incredible need in the market for USDC-settled options paired with access to a thriving spot and derivatives market," said Sebastian.
  • With Sebastian at the helm of our Options division, we are confident in our ability to offer enhanced trading to institutional clients moving forward."