- Thinking Crypto Podcast has released 102 NFTs minted on the XRP ledger.
- Ethereum (ETH) has rebounded, moving above $2,000 and Bitcoin (BTC) surpassed $30,000.
- Elon Musk partnered with eToro to allow users to buy and sell stocks and assets through Twitter, while LCH SA is collaborating with FCA-regulated Global Futures and Options to offer clearing on cash-settled Bitcoin index futures and options.
Thinking Crypto Podcast Releases XRP Ledger NFT Collection
The Thinking Crypto Podcast recently announced the release of 102 non-fungible tokens (NFTs) minted on the XRP ledger. These AI robot-themed NFTs come with exclusive perks and benefits including access to special interviews and discord groups. Two of these NFTs will be given away through a subscription to their Substack email newsletter while the remaining 100 will be available for sale on the Sologenic Marketplace starting April 19.
Cryptocurrency Market Update
The cryptocurrency market is showing signs of bullishness as Ethereum (ETH) has rebounded above $2,000 while Bitcoin (BTC) has surpassed $30,000 despite expectations of a decline following the Shapella upgrade. The DXY or dollar currency index continues its decline which historically leads to increased asset prices. Additionally, both the NASDAQ and altcoin markets are displaying bullish signs.
Partnerships & Initiatives
In an effort to transform Twitter into a super app CEO Elon Musk partnered with eToro allowing users to buy and sell stocks and assets through social media platform. London Stock Exchange group owned clearinghouse LCH SA collaborated with FCA regulated trading venue Global Futures & Options offering clearing services for cash settled Bitcoin index futures & options through a new service called Digital Asset Clear. Meanwhile LimeWire introduced a simulation game rewarding players with their upcoming ERC-20 token LWMR for downloading nostalgic music from early 2000’s while Uniswap’s mobile app is now available on Apple’s App Store allowing users to swap currencies & purchase crypto using debit cards via MoonPay.
Regulation Discussed by Industry Leaders
During a recent webinar featuring industry leaders Cathie Wood called for comprehensive crypto regulations as EU member nations compete to become major jurisdictions regulating this sector voting final text of legislation against money laundering in early 2021.
Conclusion
Overall it seems that cryptocurrency markets are experiencing positive trends as Ethereum rebounds above $2000 & Bitcoin surpasses $30k despite expectations of decline following Shapella upgrade. Moreover partnerships & initiatives such as those between Elon Musk & eToro as well as Uniswaps mobile app being available in App Store further boost investor confidence in cryptocurrencies leading them towards mainstream adoption . Regulation discussions initiated by industry leaders also help bring more security & trustworthiness in this sector giving more credibility for investment opportunities .
