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This Week in Crypto – Milestones, Guilty Pleas, and Rug Pulls

By Mark Hunter 16 hours agoSun Dec 08 2024 08:00:52 Reading Time: 2 minutes This week in the crypto world, we saw Bitcoin cross $100,000, Alex Mashinsky plead guilty to fraud, and the Hawk Tuah girl in trouble over her memecoin. Bitcoin Hits $100,000 Milestone Bitcoiners celebrated the biggest milestone in its history this week as it crossed $100,000 for the first time. The final push over the threshold came...

Introducing Senior Citizens Account by Stanbic IBTC Bank

Navigating the banking world can often feel like trying to find your way through a maze, especially for those approaching or already enjoying their golden years. Recognising this, Stanbic IBTC Bank has created Senior Citizens Account, a game-changing solution that makes banking more accessible and beneficial for people aged 50 and above, who are estimated to be around 15 million of Nigeria’s over 200 million total population. Senior Citizens Account...

Ethereum Nosedives to $2,100 Amidst Institutional Sell-Offs

During early Monday in Asian trading hours, Ethereum (ETH) plummeted to its lowest since January 2024, hitting a low of around $2,100. This sharp drop occurred in just a 15-minute window around 01:00 UTC, with Ethereum’s value nosediving from $2,540 to $2,100—a 15% fall. This swift descent shocked traders, struggling to believe the rapid decline. Jump Trading and Other Institutions Trigger Ethereum Sell-Offs Alongside Ethereum, major assets like Bitcoin (BTC)...