‘Bitcoin may not last much longer’
The cryptocurrency has had a horror five weeks but rather than bouncing back, one expert thinks the coin is on its last legs.
Cryptocurrency
A cryptocurrency is a digital currency used to buy goods and services. Find out how it works, market worth, as well as news & updates on the world’s most popular crypto including Bitcoin, Ethereum and Dogecoin and the richest and most influential investors.
‘Wild’: Bitcoin drop that cost billions
Life-changing amounts of money is being won and lost as cryptocurrency becomes increasingly volatile and investors don’t know what to do.
Good news for bitcoin despite horror week
Although it’s been bitcoin’s worst week for months, there’s a silver lining which could see the blockchain’s price skyrocket.
Student loses life savings trading crypto
After losing a “life-changing” amount of money, one investor is warning others to be careful of crypto trading scams.
‘Urgent need’: Global crypto scramble
One of the world’s biggest financial institutions is scrambling to deal with a fast-approaching truth in the world of cryptocurrency.
Australia’s favourite cryptocurrency revealed
As more and more Aussies invest in cryptocurrency, one digital currency has emerged as the top option for buyers Down Under.
Why Crypto is crashing
Cryptocurrency has been battered in a brutal 24-hour period, with bitcoin in particular suffering a $14,000 loss in an hour.
Man’s ‘desperate’ act makes $500k
The Perth man lived in his car and showered at his local library for more than a year. But a “risky” move drastically changed his fortune.
Crypto spikes 10 times in value in two days
A cryptocurrency named Omicron soared in the market, jumping 10 times in value, after the WHO named the latest Covid variant.
Bitcoin’s incredible surge defies Omicron
Cryptocurrency has made an incredible comeback while the rest of the world is feeling the economic shockwaves from Omicron.
Crypto fail costs people $1.4 million
Around 17,000 people who tried to use crypto to buy a rare copy of a historical document are now facing a huge bill.
Bitcoin plunge destroys gold proposition
When the horror US inflation figures dropped this month, bitcoin was flagged as a possible hedge, but that’s looking increasingly unlikely.
Sydney 24yo makes fortune on crypto
First this 24-year-old tradie lost all his money to cryptocurrency. Then he tried again and now he’s rolling in cash.
New ‘bitcoin’ city on volcano
El Salvador has taken the unprecedented step of building a city solely devoted to bitcoin mining and also funded by bitcoin.
Unknown crypto triples in price
Crypto investors are getting hyped about a new and largely unheard of coin which is taking the market by a storm.
Boy arrested over $50m crypto theft
A boy has been arrested over a $50 million cryptocurrency theft – the biggest ever heist from one person.
‘Elements of wagering’: Country bans crypto
In a strange twist, 88 per cent of the population are banned from trading crypto but the remainder are free to do as they wish.
Experts baffled by massive Bitcoin plunge
The crypto has lost 10 per cent of its total value just days after hitting new records, and financial analysts can’t agree on the cause.
‘Insanity’: Ethereum surges to new high
It’s the second most valuable crypto in the world and it could even help with Facebook’s new plans for an online space that will take over smartphones.
Huge change at Commonwealth Bank
One of Australia’s big four banks has announced a game-changing move that will change the way Aussies bank forever.
Mystery man behind $45 billion empire
The anonymous founder behind a cryptocurrency which is worth $45 billion has made a bombshell claim about the blockchain.
Hundreds of billions lost as bitcoin plunges
The crypto has rapidly plummeted in a flash crash, dragging down all the other big players with it, just a week after hitting an all-time high.
Elon Musk’s grim crypto warning
Tesla CEO Elon Musk has issued a grim warning about the impacts of crypto – as Dogecoin and Shiba inu surge in price.
Joke crypto surges 85 million per cent
The blockchain is smashing through its all-time highs after rumours started swirling about a major change coming for traders.
Why millionaires are flocking to this island
Suddenly, a tropical island less than four hours from the US is being inundated by millionaires, who are all there for one big reason.
Crypto defies Elon Musk in major surge
A cryptocurrency originally created as a joke based on a meme has surged to an all-time high over the weekend and is now the 11th biggest in the world.
Bitcoin surging after surprise US move
Bitcoin is surging towards a record high of $65k after a major global change came into effect on Tuesday.
Aussie’s $40k haul from new crypto
Despite losing thousands after a previous bitcoin crash, one Sydney man decided to branch out into new crypto – and it’s paid off.
Crypto plunges $540 billion in one day
Bitcoin’s spectacular fall from grace has also dragged its rivals into the red zone in another blow to the cryptocurrency market.
Bitcoin surges ahead of major change
Bitcoin has shot to new heights ahead of one country’s controversial cryptocurrency decision. But not everyone is convinced.
New crypto hits record $30b value
Two new cryptocurrencies, called solana and fantom, have recorded huge spikes in price. Find out about the new rivals to bitcoin.
Sweden owes drug dealer $2.3m in bitcoin
A mistake made by the sentencing judge means that a convicted drug dealer is now owed $2.3 million worth of bitcoin from the Swedish government.
Crypto passes massive $2 trillion mark
Cryptocurrency passed a major milestone in market capitalisation – but it remains to be seen whether it will stay that way.
Aussie losing out on auctions by $300k
Despite having a crypto portfolio worth up to $50,000, one Sydneysider still can’t buy a property as homes sell for $300,000 above the price guide.
Biggest crypto theft sees $827m stolen
Hackers have pulled off the world’s biggest cryptocurrency theft – but in an unusual move they’ve returned over of a third of the money.
Ethereum value surges above $3700
Experts think ethereum, the second-largest blockchain network, could be on the way to overtaking bitcoin after a major change.
Uni students make huge change to crypto
Two Sydney mates aged in their twenties came up with an idea in a university tutorial that will now see the Australian cryptocurrency landscape changed forever.
Bitcoin investors spooked by new rules
The price of bitcoin tumbled almost 5 per cent in the past 24 hours, dropping dangerously low in a shock move after a strong weekend.
Bitcoin boss may have faked death
Many believe Gerald Cotten is alive and escaped with a $234 million fortune, with investigators calling to dig up his body.
Bitcoin plunges as Delta variant spreads
As the Delta strain of Covid spreads worldwide, there are growing concerns that economies – and cryptocurrency – are going to take a bigger battering.
Future of bitcoin in jeopardy
Many see it as the future of money and investing, but a debate is raging about cryptocurrency, which puts its entire future into question.
‘Not a game’: ATO warns crypto investors
For those that own bitcoin or other digital coins, there’s no escaping your tax bill. Find out how the ATO can pin you down.
Cops unveil staggering crypto bust
One of the world’s biggest cryptocurrency seizures on record has been made after a tip-off alerted police to suspected criminal activity.
3.3 million Aussies own cryptocurrency
A huge number of Aussies have taken a chance on cryptocurrency investment, with many taking the step hoping to make a quick buck.
Musk gives huge boost to bitcoin price
The cryptocurrency rose by thousands of dollars after a single three-sentence tweet from the billionaire.
FBI move shocks bitcoin world
Bitcoin has had a savage week with a completely unexpected move by the FBI contributing to a huge crash. And that’s not all that went wrong.
Bitcoin in trouble as banks hit back
Cryptocurrencies had another wild night after a tough new move from a powerful international body that could be gamechanging for the market.
Who is getting the most rich off bitcoin
A whopping $5.2 billion in profit has been cashed in on the cryptocurrency, with one nation in particular really stepping up its investment game.
Company’s $2.6m loss on bitcoin ransom
After a cyber attack shut the systems down and forced them to pay up in crypto, the money has been recovered – but it’s not all good news.
Crypto bloodbath as bitcoin hammered
Crypto investors are waking to sea of red as the entire market took an absolute hammering and bitcoin dropped towards a dreaded threshold.
Donald Trump’s crazy bitcoin claim
Former president Donald Trump has hit out at bitcoin, blasting it as a “scam” and calling for more regulation around the cryptocurrency.
World leader crashes major crypto meeting
Nerds at a major bitcoin conference lost their minds when a global leader showed up and revealed potentially gamechanging plans.
Host slams Elon Musk after bitcoin crash
The Tesla founder was the target of a foul-mouthed spray at the Bitcoin 2021 conference after he posted a tweet that sent its price spiralling.
Bitcoin headed towards ‘death cross’
The cryptocurrency market is headed towards a catastrophic event for investors – and it could be just days away, an analyst has warned.
$513 million crypto swings wildly
There’s a new crypto on the market and it is quickly gaining attention. But investors need to be wary about “wild” price swings.
New cryptocurrency jumps by 1000%
A controversial new cryptocurrency has seen a 1000 per cent value increase in the past 24 hours, despite being labelled an “elaborate scam”.
Woman blows $550k of bitcoin on sushi
She thought it was “silly” that crypto could become so valuable, yet her payment has helped make the restaurant owner’s wealthy.
Biggest cryptocurrency tax mistake
The ATO is closely tracking cryptocurrency transactions this year and warns investors they face penalties and audits if they ignore their tax obligations.
‘Alarming’: Tax return crackdown
Cryptocurrency investors are making a mistake that the ATO has called “alarming”. This is how to avoid getting stung by the tax man.
Man’s $1000 a week bitcoin experiment
There are plenty of warnings about investing in bitcoin but Lachlan Feeney has gone one step further putting his whole salary on the line to test the cyrptocurency.
Elon Musk pumps dogecoin with ‘CEO’ tweet
Enigmatic Tesla CEO Elon Musk’s remarks have a big impact on crypto markets — and the market closely watches his statements.
Real reason China banned bitcoin
China’s cracking down on cryptocurrency. But it’s not because it doesn’t like the idea of an all-digital economy.
Crypto founder’s grim ‘bubble’ warning
The world is going crazy over crypto, but the man behind one of the biggest currencies has issued a stark warning about the future.
Bitcoin bounces back above $40k
An expert has claimed that there is hostility from countries and institutions when it comes to crypto, because it is giving people power they never had.
Weird Musk tweet sends markets wild
For cryptocurrency investors, the past week has been a wild ride. Now a bizarre Elon Musk tweet has added yet another twist.
Aussie workers getting paid in bitcoin
A young rich lister has predicted that more people will be paid in cryptocurrency sooner then you think, as tech companies lead the way.
Bitcoin plunges after China’s tough move
Bitcoin and other major cryptocurrencies have taken a major hit this morning, after China made a brutal call on the digital tokens.
The new ‘green’ crypto making waves
When billionaire Elon Musk pulled the plug on bitcoin due to climate change concerns, a new player stepped up claiming it’s better for the environment.
Crypto billionaire destroys $7 trillion
The world’s youngest known crypto billionaire, Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin, has destroyed $7 trillion worth of the Shiba Inu coin.
Kelly Slater savages bitcoin villain Musk
American surfing icon Kelly Slater has blasted Elon Musk after the billionaire Tesla owner rocked the cryptocurrency market last week.
Original URL: https://www.news.com.au/topics/cryptocurrency/page/4