Crypto News
Obtain ticker and general crypto news
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Usage
Crypto Ticker News
action crypto_ticker_news
Use this endpoint to obtain news for one ticker/symbol. If you want to retrieve news for multiple tickers/symbols, separate them with a comma.
Input Parameters
| Name | Type | Description | Default | Required |
|---|---|---|---|---|
action |
| The action to perform | crypto_tickers_news | |
tickers |
| The ticker symbol of the cryptocurrency to get news for. If you want to retrieve news for multiple tickers/symbols separate them with a comma | BTC | |
items |
| The number of news items to return | 3 |
Output Parameters
| Name | Type | Description | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|
data |
| The data returned by the Crypto News |
Output Example
{
"data": [
{
"date": "Sun, 28 Apr 2024 10:30:31 -0400",
"image_url": "https://crypto.snapi.dev/images/v1/s/l/btc-due-for-ralliesjpgw1024-479657.jpg",
"news_url": "https://dailyhodl.com/2024/04/28/bitcoin-whale-aggressively-accumulates-282380000-worth-of-btc-during-correction-on-chain-data/",
"sentiment": "Positive",
"source_name": "The Daily Hodl",
"text": "A Bitcoin whale has stacked over $282 million in BTC since late March as the flagship digital asset struggles to find a bottom after hitting all-time highs. First spotted by blockchain tracking firm Lookonchain, an address beginning with “12QVsfA” bought 4,380 BTC worth $282.38 at an average price of $64,471.",
"tickers": [
"BTC"
],
"title": "Bitcoin Whale Aggressively Accumulates $282,380,000 Worth of BTC During Correction: On-Chain Data",
"topics": [
"whales",
"pricemovement"
],
"type": "Article"
},
{
"date": "Sun, 28 Apr 2024 10:24:35 -0400",
"image_url": "https://crypto.snapi.dev/images/v1/s/m/crypto10-479656.jpg",
"news_url": "https://thecurrencyanalytics.com/marketmovers/lido-dao-sees-short-term-boost-as-bitcoin-faces-challenges-crypto-analyst-insights-111481",
"sentiment": "Positive",
"source_name": "The Currency Analytics",
"text": "In the ever-evolving landscape of cryptocurrencies, expert analysis serves as a guiding light for investors navigating the turbulent waters of the market. Recent insights from seasoned crypto analyst Ali Martinez shed light on both promising opportunities and looming challenges in the realm of digital assets.",
"tickers": [
"BTC",
"LDO"
],
"title": "Lido DAO Sees Short-Term Boost as Bitcoin Faces Challenges: Crypto Analyst Insights",
"topics": [],
"type": "Article"
},
{
"date": "Sun, 28 Apr 2024 10:10:09 -0400",
"image_url": "https://crypto.snapi.dev/images/v1/6/e/btc-etf-479653.jpg",
"news_url": "https://thenewscrypto.com/bitcoin-etfs-in-us-experience-328m-net-outflow-in-volatile-week/?utm_source=snapi",
"sentiment": "Negative",
"source_name": "TheNewsCrypto",
"text": "A massive outflow of $328 million was shown throughout the week. Grayscale's GBTC was the most heavily affected ETF.",
"tickers": [
"BTC"
],
"title": "Bitcoin ETFs in US Experience $328M Net Outflow in Volatile Week",
"topics": [
"pricemovement"
],
"type": "Article"
}
]
}General Crypto News
action general_cypto_news
Input Parameters
| Name | Type | Description | Default | Required |
|---|---|---|---|---|
action |
| The action to perform | general_crypto_news | |
items |
| The number of news items to return | 3 |
Output Parameters
| Name | Type | Description | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|
data |
| The data returned by the Crypto News |
Output Example
{
"data": [
{
"date": "Sun, 28 Apr 2024 10:46:42 -0400",
"image_url": "https://crypto.snapi.dev/images/v1/o/n/crypto-news-russian-banker-option01-479667.webp",
"news_url": "https://crypto.news/beribit-angers-clients-russia-officials-consider-ban/",
"sentiment": "Negative",
"source_name": "Crypto news",
"text": "Protests erupt at Beribit's Moscow office, with clients clamoring for the return of approximately 400 million rubles, funds they were unable to withdraw for several days.",
"title": "Beribit in turmoil after Russian officials contemplate crypto exchange ban",
"topics": [],
"type": "Article"
},
{
"date": "Sun, 28 Apr 2024 10:10:44 -0400",
"image_url": "https://crypto.snapi.dev/images/v1/g/a/crypto-news-court-peoples04-479654.webp",
"news_url": "https://crypto.news/custodia-bank-against-court-ruling-fed-masters-account/",
"sentiment": "Negative",
"source_name": "Crypto news",
"text": "Custodia Bank has filed a notice of appeal on April 26, challenging a lower court's decision from March denying its attempt to officially join the U.S. banking system.",
"title": "Custodia Bank claps back against court ruling, wants Fed master account",
"topics": [],
"type": "Article"
},
{
"date": "Sun, 28 Apr 2024 10:00:36 -0400",
"image_url": "https://crypto.snapi.dev/images/v1/w/v/crypto-legislation-479650.webp",
"news_url": "https://coinspress.com/congressman-supports-joint-legislation-on-cannabis-banking-and-stablecoin-regulation/?utm_source=snapi",
"sentiment": "Positive",
"source_name": "Coinspress",
"text": "GOP Representative French Hill, a prominent member of the Financial Services Committee, has voiced his support for a legislative package that intertwines marijuana banking and stablecoin regulation.",
"title": "Congressman Supports Joint Legislation on Cannabis Banking and Stablecoin Regulation",
"topics": [
"stablecoins",
"regulations"
],
"type": "Article"
}
]
}Top mentioned Tickers
action top_mentionaed_tickers
Retrieve the top 50 most mentioned tickers. Use the &date= parameter to specify your desired date range.
Input Parameters
| Name | Type | Description | Default | Required |
|---|---|---|---|---|
action |
| The action to perform | top_mentionaed_tickers | |
date |
| The date to get news for. Please use the following format: MMDDYYYY. You can also use: last5min, last10min, last15min, last30min, last45min, last60min, today, yesterday, last7days, last30days, last60days, last90days, yeartodate. | last7days |
Output Parameters
| Name | Type | Description | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|
data |
| The data returned by the Crypto News |
Output Example
{
"data": [
{
"data": {
"all": [
{
"name": "Bitcoin",
"negative_mentions": 328,
"neutral_mentions": 43,
"positive_mentions": 793,
"sentiment_score": 0.599,
"ticker": "BTC",
"total_mentions": 1164
},
{
"name": "Ethereum",
"negative_mentions": 147,
"neutral_mentions": 15,
"positive_mentions": 208,
"sentiment_score": 0.247,
"ticker": "ETH",
"total_mentions": 370
},
{
"name": "Ripple",
"negative_mentions": 80,
"neutral_mentions": 18,
"positive_mentions": 138,
"sentiment_score": 0.369,
"ticker": "XRP",
"total_mentions": 236
},
{
"name": "Solana",
"negative_mentions": 31,
"neutral_mentions": 8,
"positive_mentions": 147,
"sentiment_score": 0.935,
"ticker": "SOL",
"total_mentions": 186
},
{
"name": "SHIBA INU",
"negative_mentions": 22,
"neutral_mentions": 8,
"positive_mentions": 152,
"sentiment_score": 1.071,
"ticker": "SHIB",
"total_mentions": 182
},
{
"name": "Dogecoin",
"negative_mentions": 31,
"neutral_mentions": 2,
"positive_mentions": 63,
"sentiment_score": 0.5,
"ticker": "DOGE",
"total_mentions": 96
},
{
"name": "Cardano",
"negative_mentions": 21,
"neutral_mentions": 6,
"positive_mentions": 45,
"sentiment_score": 0.5,
"ticker": "ADA",
"total_mentions": 72
},
{
"name": "Pepe",
"negative_mentions": 1,
"neutral_mentions": 2,
"positive_mentions": 56,
"sentiment_score": 1.398,
"ticker": "PEPE",
"total_mentions": 59
},
{
"name": "Tether",
"negative_mentions": 20,
"neutral_mentions": 2,
"positive_mentions": 31,
"sentiment_score": 0.311,
"ticker": "USDT",
"total_mentions": 53
},
{
"name": "Bonk",
"negative_mentions": 3,
"neutral_mentions": 3,
"positive_mentions": 43,
"sentiment_score": 1.224,
"ticker": "BONK",
"total_mentions": 49
},
{
"name": "Dogwifhat",
"negative_mentions": 7,
"neutral_mentions": 1,
"positive_mentions": 39,
"sentiment_score": 1.021,
"ticker": "WIF",
"total_mentions": 47
},
{
"name": "Hedera Hashgraph",
"negative_mentions": 11,
"neutral_mentions": 3,
"positive_mentions": 31,
"sentiment_score": 0.667,
"ticker": "HBAR",
"total_mentions": 45
},
{
"name": "Binance Coin",
"negative_mentions": 4,
"neutral_mentions": 2,
"positive_mentions": 35,
"sentiment_score": 1.134,
"ticker": "BNB",
"total_mentions": 41
},
{
"name": "Terra Classic",
"negative_mentions": 29,
"neutral_mentions": 2,
"positive_mentions": 9,
"sentiment_score": -0.75,
"ticker": "LUNC",
"total_mentions": 40
},
{
"name": "Polygon",
"negative_mentions": 5,
"neutral_mentions": 3,
"positive_mentions": 29,
"sentiment_score": 0.973,
"ticker": "MATIC",
"total_mentions": 37
},
{
"name": "Toncoin",
"negative_mentions": 6,
"neutral_mentions": 1,
"positive_mentions": 25,
"sentiment_score": 0.891,
"ticker": "TON",
"total_mentions": 32
},
{
"name": "USD Coin",
"negative_mentions": 2,
"neutral_mentions": 0,
"positive_mentions": 29,
"sentiment_score": 1.306,
"ticker": "USDC",
"total_mentions": 31
},
{
"name": "Terra",
"negative_mentions": 27,
"neutral_mentions": 1,
"positive_mentions": 1,
"sentiment_score": -1.345,
"ticker": "LUNA",
"total_mentions": 29
},
{
"name": "Polkadot",
"negative_mentions": 5,
"neutral_mentions": 1,
"positive_mentions": 22,
"sentiment_score": 0.911,
"ticker": "DOT",
"total_mentions": 28
},
{
"name": "Polygon Ecosystem Token",
"negative_mentions": 2,
"neutral_mentions": 2,
"positive_mentions": 21,
"sentiment_score": 1.14,
"ticker": "POL",
"total_mentions": 25
},
{
"name": "Worldcoin token",
"negative_mentions": 5,
"neutral_mentions": 2,
"positive_mentions": 17,
"sentiment_score": 0.75,
"ticker": "WLD",
"total_mentions": 24
},
{
"name": "Renzo",
"negative_mentions": 8,
"neutral_mentions": 2,
"positive_mentions": 11,
"sentiment_score": 0.214,
"ticker": "REZ",
"total_mentions": 21
},
{
"name": "Floki Inu",
"negative_mentions": 3,
"neutral_mentions": 0,
"positive_mentions": 17,
"sentiment_score": 1.05,
"ticker": "FLOKI",
"total_mentions": 20
},
{
"name": "NEAR Protocol",
"negative_mentions": 1,
"neutral_mentions": 1,
"positive_mentions": 16,
"sentiment_score": 1.25,
"ticker": "NEAR",
"total_mentions": 18
},
{
"name": "Optimism Token",
"negative_mentions": 3,
"neutral_mentions": 0,
"positive_mentions": 14,
"sentiment_score": 0.971,
"ticker": "OP",
"total_mentions": 17
},
{
"name": "Chainlink",
"negative_mentions": 2,
"neutral_mentions": 0,
"positive_mentions": 15,
"sentiment_score": 1.147,
"ticker": "LINK",
"total_mentions": 17
},
{
"name": "Arbitrum",
"negative_mentions": 0,
"neutral_mentions": 0,
"positive_mentions": 14,
"sentiment_score": 1.5,
"ticker": "ARB",
"total_mentions": 14
},
{
"name": "Avalanche",
"negative_mentions": 3,
"neutral_mentions": 0,
"positive_mentions": 11,
"sentiment_score": 0.857,
"ticker": "AVAX",
"total_mentions": 14
},
{
"name": "Celo",
"negative_mentions": 0,
"neutral_mentions": 1,
"positive_mentions": 12,
"sentiment_score": 1.385,
"ticker": "CELO",
"total_mentions": 13
},
{
"name": "Akash Network",
"negative_mentions": 0,
"neutral_mentions": 0,
"positive_mentions": 13,
"sentiment_score": 1.5,
"ticker": "AKT",
"total_mentions": 13
},
{
"name": "Stacks",
"negative_mentions": 2,
"neutral_mentions": 0,
"positive_mentions": 11,
"sentiment_score": 1.038,
"ticker": "STX",
"total_mentions": 13
},
{
"name": "Litecoin",
"negative_mentions": 6,
"neutral_mentions": 0,
"positive_mentions": 7,
"sentiment_score": 0.115,
"ticker": "LTC",
"total_mentions": 13
},
{
"name": "Uniswap",
"negative_mentions": 2,
"neutral_mentions": 0,
"positive_mentions": 10,
"sentiment_score": 1,
"ticker": "UNI",
"total_mentions": 12
},
{
"name": "Popcat (SOL)",
"negative_mentions": 0,
"neutral_mentions": 0,
"positive_mentions": 11,
"sentiment_score": 1.5,
"ticker": "POPCAT",
"total_mentions": 11
},
{
"name": "TRON",
"negative_mentions": 1,
"neutral_mentions": 2,
"positive_mentions": 8,
"sentiment_score": 0.955,
"ticker": "TRX",
"total_mentions": 11
},
{
"name": "Jeo Boden",
"negative_mentions": 1,
"neutral_mentions": 0,
"positive_mentions": 9,
"sentiment_score": 1.2,
"ticker": "BODEN",
"total_mentions": 10
},
{
"name": "Stellar Lumens",
"negative_mentions": 1,
"neutral_mentions": 0,
"positive_mentions": 9,
"sentiment_score": 1.2,
"ticker": "XLM",
"total_mentions": 10
},
{
"name": "Immutable X",
"negative_mentions": 0,
"neutral_mentions": 1,
"positive_mentions": 8,
"sentiment_score": 1.333,
"ticker": "IMX",
"total_mentions": 9
},
{
"name": "Fetch.ai",
"negative_mentions": 0,
"neutral_mentions": 0,
"positive_mentions": 9,
"sentiment_score": 1.5,
"ticker": "FET",
"total_mentions": 9
},
{
"name": "Bitcoin Cash",
"negative_mentions": 3,
"neutral_mentions": 0,
"positive_mentions": 6,
"sentiment_score": 0.5,
"ticker": "BCH",
"total_mentions": 9
},
{
"name": "Injective Protocol",
"negative_mentions": 0,
"neutral_mentions": 0,
"positive_mentions": 8,
"sentiment_score": 1.5,
"ticker": "INJ",
"total_mentions": 8
},
{
"name": "Render Token",
"negative_mentions": 0,
"neutral_mentions": 0,
"positive_mentions": 8,
"sentiment_score": 1.5,
"ticker": "RNDR",
"total_mentions": 8
},
{
"name": "BOOK OF MEME",
"negative_mentions": 0,
"neutral_mentions": 0,
"positive_mentions": 7,
"sentiment_score": 1.5,
"ticker": "BOME",
"total_mentions": 7
},
{
"name": "Jupiter",
"negative_mentions": 0,
"neutral_mentions": 0,
"positive_mentions": 7,
"sentiment_score": 1.5,
"ticker": "JUP",
"total_mentions": 7
},
{
"name": "Wormhole",
"negative_mentions": 0,
"neutral_mentions": 1,
"positive_mentions": 6,
"sentiment_score": 1.286,
"ticker": "W",
"total_mentions": 7
},
{
"name": "Lido DAO",
"negative_mentions": 4,
"neutral_mentions": 0,
"positive_mentions": 3,
"sentiment_score": -0.214,
"ticker": "LDO",
"total_mentions": 7
},
{
"name": "Tornado.Cash",
"negative_mentions": 6,
"neutral_mentions": 0,
"positive_mentions": 0,
"sentiment_score": -1.5,
"ticker": "TORN",
"total_mentions": 6
},
{
"name": "Cosmos",
"negative_mentions": 1,
"neutral_mentions": 0,
"positive_mentions": 5,
"sentiment_score": 1,
"ticker": "ATOM",
"total_mentions": 6
},
{
"name": "Ethena",
"negative_mentions": 0,
"neutral_mentions": 2,
"positive_mentions": 3,
"sentiment_score": 0.9,
"ticker": "ENA",
"total_mentions": 5
},
{
"name": "Compound",
"negative_mentions": 0,
"neutral_mentions": 0,
"positive_mentions": 5,
"sentiment_score": 1.5,
"ticker": "COMP",
"total_mentions": 5
}
]
}
}
]
}Sentiment Analysis
action sentiment_analysis
Retrieve the daily sentiment of Tickers and General Crypto News. Use the &date= Parameter to specify your desired date range.
Input Parameters
| Name | Type | Description | Default | Required |
|---|---|---|---|---|
action |
| The action to perform | sentiment_analysis | |
tickers |
| The ticker symbol of the cryptocurrency to get news for. If you want to retrieve news for multiple tickers/symbols separate them with a comma | BTC | |
date |
| The date to get news for. Please use the following format: MMDDYYYY. You can also use: last5min, last10min, last15min, last30min, last45min, last60min, today, yesterday, last7days, last30days, last60days, last90days, yeartodate. | last7days |
Output Parameters
| Name | Type | Description | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|
data |
| The data returned by the Crypto News |
Output Example
{
"data": [
{
"data": {
"2024-04-22": {
"BTC": {
"Negative": 42,
"Neutral": 10,
"Positive": 180,
"sentiment_score": 0.892
}
},
"2024-04-23": {
"BTC": {
"Negative": 31,
"Neutral": 10,
"Positive": 163,
"sentiment_score": 0.971
}
},
"2024-04-24": {
"BTC": {
"Negative": 34,
"Neutral": 5,
"Positive": 157,
"sentiment_score": 0.941
}
},
"2024-04-25": {
"BTC": {
"Negative": 95,
"Neutral": 4,
"Positive": 116,
"sentiment_score": 0.147
}
},
"2024-04-26": {
"BTC": {
"Negative": 66,
"Neutral": 8,
"Positive": 107,
"sentiment_score": 0.34
}
},
"2024-04-27": {
"BTC": {
"Negative": 45,
"Neutral": 5,
"Positive": 53,
"sentiment_score": 0.117
}
},
"2024-04-28": {
"BTC": {
"Negative": 16,
"Neutral": 1,
"Positive": 19,
"sentiment_score": 0.125
}
}
},
"total": {
"BTC": {
"Sentiment Score": 0.599,
"Total Negative": 329,
"Total Neutral": 43,
"Total Positive": 795
}
},
"total_pages": 1
}
]
}Events
action events
Retrieve the latest news events and eventIDs. Events are important headlines that are receiving a significant amount of news coverage.
Input Parameters
| Name | Type | Description | Default | Required |
|---|---|---|---|---|
action |
| The action to perform | events | |
tickers |
| The ticker symbol of the cryptocurrency to get news for. If you want to retrieve news for multiple tickers/symbols separate them with a comma | BTC | |
search |
| The search term to filter news by |
Output Parameters
| Name | Type | Description | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|
data |
| The data returned by the Crypto News |
Output Example
{
"data": [
{
"date": "Sat, 27 Apr 2024 10:07:39 -0400",
"event_id": "AAG924",
"event_name": "Crypto ETFs Facing Higher Risk Due to Zero Collateral Value for Loans",
"event_text": "DTCC has decided not to assign any collateral value to ETFs containing cryptocurrencies, impacting their value for loans, effective from April 30.",
"news_items": 11,
"tickers": [
"BTC"
]
},
{
"date": "Sat, 27 Apr 2024 09:53:27 -0400",
"event_id": "AAG923",
"event_name": "Bitcoin Faces Uncertainty Amid Analyst Warnings and Market Volatility",
"event_text": "Bitcoin has been consolidating between $59,000 and $70,000, with analysts predicting the potential duration of this phase based on historical data. On-chain data suggests selling pressure as investors show signs of impatience, prompting caution in the market. A warning of a possible downside move for Bitcoin in the near future has also been issued.",
"news_items": 17,
"tickers": [
"BTC"
]
},
{
"date": "Fri, 26 Apr 2024 11:44:43 -0400",
"event_id": "AAG911",
"event_name": "Marathon Digital Aims to Double Bitcoin Mining Capacity Ahead of Schedule",
"event_text": "Marathon Digital plans to increase its 2024 hash rate target to 50 EH/s, doubling its mining operations without raising more capital, showing significant growth and staying ahead of schedule.",
"news_items": 11,
"tickers": [
"BTC"
]
}
],
"total_pages": 31
}Trending Headlines
action trending_headlines
Input Parameters
| Name | Type | Description | Default | Required |
|---|---|---|---|---|
action |
| The action to perform | trending_headlines | |
tickers |
| The ticker symbol of the cryptocurrency to get news for. If you want to retrieve news for multiple tickers/symbols separate them with a comma | BTC | |
items |
| The number of news items to return | 3 | |
date |
| The date to get news for. Please use the following format: MMDDYYYY. You can also use: last5min, last10min, last15min, last30min, last45min, last60min, today, yesterday, last7days, last30days, last60days, last90days, yeartodate. | last7days | |
search |
| The search term to filter news by |
Output Parameters
| Name | Type | Description | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|
data |
| The data returned by the Crypto News |
Output Example
{
"data": [
{
"date": "Sun, 28 Apr 2024 01:36:01 -0400",
"headline": "FBI advises against using unregistered crypto money services",
"id": 10346,
"news_id": 479571,
"sentiment": "Negative",
"text": "The FBI has alerted the public about the risks of using cryptocurrency services that are not registered and do not follow U.S. anti-money laundering regulations. They have shared advice on how to stay safe, recommending that people should steer clear of services that do not ask for Know Your Customer (KYC) information.",
"tickers": []
},
{
"date": "Sat, 27 Apr 2024 18:15:17 -0400",
"headline": "ZKSNACKS Bars US Customers Due to Regulatory Concerns",
"id": 10345,
"news_id": 479542,
"sentiment": "Negative",
"text": "Regulatory issues have led zkSNACKs to block U.S. customers from using its platform. The move, by the company that operates the privacy-focused Bitcoin wallet Wasabi Wallet, follows similar restrictions possibly linked to actions taken against Samourai Wallet.",
"tickers": []
},
{
"date": "Sat, 27 Apr 2024 15:33:37 -0400",
"headline": "Bitcoin Transactions Reach Record High Due to New Protocol",
"id": 10344,
"news_id": 479496,
"sentiment": "Positive",
"text": "Bitcoin has reached an all-time high in transactions following the launch of a new protocol. This has led to discussions about its potential long-term effects.",
"tickers": [
"BTC"
]
}
]
}Sundown Digest
action sundown_digest
Sundown Digest is an engaging evening article that encapsulates the crucial news and events of the day, presented in a digestible format. Available Mon-Fri at 7pm Eastern Time.
Input Parameters
| Name | Type | Description | Default | Required |
|---|---|---|---|---|
action |
| The action to perform | sundown_digest | |
items |
| The number of news items to return | 3 |
Output Parameters
| Name | Type | Description | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|
data |
| The data returned by the Crypto News |
Output Example
{
"data": [
{
"date": "2024-04-26T22:47:14.000000Z",
"headline": "Sundown Digest April 26th 2024",
"id": 211,
"text": "As the sun sets on another bustling day in the cryptocurrency world, let's unpack some of the pivotal moments that have shaped the markets and regulatory landscapes today.\r\n\r\nIn the ever-evolving Ripple vs. SEC saga, Magistrate Judge Sarah Netburn, who is presiding over the case, took a significant step by issuing a scheduling order regarding Ripple's motion to strike the SEC's new expert materials. Now poised to become a District Judge in New York's Southern District, her decisions could heavily influence the outcome of this high-stakes battle, impacting Ripple (XRP) and its stakeholders.\r\n\r\nMeanwhile, in the realm of investment, Pantera Capital didn’t just sit back. The firm announced plans to launch Pantera Fund V in April 2025, with a weighty ambition to invest over $1 billion into a mix of blockchain assets. Not stopping there, Pantera also made headlines by scooping up discounted Solana (SOL) tokens through the FTX auction, showcasing strategic agility in expanding its portfolio.\r\n\r\nThe broader crypto market, however, faced its share of ups and downs. Bitcoin (BTC) ETFs saw notable outflows as market volatility persists, with giants like BlackRock and Fidelity feeling the pinch. Despite this, major U.S. banks, led by Morgan Stanley and BNY Mellon, are starting to warm up to the idea of promoting Bitcoin ETFs, potentially heralding a new wave of institutional interest.\r\n\r\nOn a regulatory front, Senators Elizabeth Warren and Bill Cassidy are spearheading efforts to clamp down on cryptocurrencies used in child exploitation trades. Across the pond, the UK government has armed its law enforcement with new powers to seize and freeze cryptocurrencies linked to criminal activities, with an emphasis on anonymity-focused privacy coins.\r\n\r\nIn tech advancements, Bitcoin recently had its halving event, a process that slashes mining rewards while supposedly boosting scarcity. This has led to increased debate about Bitcoin’s long-term market implications, especially compared to traditional assets like gold.\r\n\r\nAnd let’s not forget the digital yuan project. Yao Qian, a significant proponent of China’s digital currency efforts, is under investigation, casting shadows over the project's future just as digital currencies gain global traction.\r\n\r\nIn celebrity-crypto collaborations, the iconic rapper Eminem lent his voice to Crypto.com, spicing up their NBA Playoff ads and underscoring how mainstream the crypto conversation has become.\r\n\r\nTo wrap up, Vitalik Buterin has been busy defending Ethereum's (ETH) shift from Proof of Work to Proof of Stake, emphasizing the need for reduced centralization and energy consumption. His stance comes at a crucial time as Ethereum faces its own regulatory scrutiny, with ConsenSys challenging the SEC's approach to Ethereum’s classification as a security.\r\n\r\nWhew! It’s been a whirlwind of activity, and as we look ahead, the only certainty is the relentless pace of change in the cryptocurrency ecosystem. Stay tuned, and make sure to check back for another edition of your evening crypto chronicle, Sundown Digest."
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{
"date": "2024-04-25T22:47:38.000000Z",
"headline": "Sundown Digest April 25th 2024",
"id": 210,
"text": "In today's fast-moving cryptocurrency landscape, several key events have unfolded that could shape the trajectories of various digital tokens and the broader crypto market.\r\n\r\n**Chainlink Takes a Step Forward in Cross-Chain Connectivity**\r\nIn a significant development, Chainlink (LINK) announced the launch of its Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol (CCIP). This new protocol will allow for more secure and efficient token transfers, including major assets like ETH, USDC, and LINK, across multiple blockchains. This innovation is geared towards enhancing the operability and development potential for various cross-chain applications, marking a pivotal movement towards broader blockchain interoperability.\r\n\r\n**Bitcoin's Halving Day Celebrated with Surging Transactions**\r\nOn the much-anticipated Bitcoin Halving Day, the cryptocurrency community saw a spike in transaction volumes, driven significantly by the Runes Protocol. Bitcoin (BTC) miners enjoyed increased earnings, with revenues soaring to $107 million. The integration of the Runes Protocol by platforms such as Bitget Wallet further signifies its growing influence within the Bitcoin network.\r\n\r\n**Regulatory Winds Blow Across Ethereum and Bitcoin ETFs**\r\nIn regulatory news, the SEC has delayed its decision on the conversion of Grayscale's Ethereum Trust into a Spot Ethereum ETF amid growing regulatory uncertainties. Ethereum (ETH) saw its price approach all-time highs as the market anticipated the decision. Meanwhile, Bitcoin ETFs continue to attract investment, despite a notable variation in inflows and outflows among major funds like BlackRock and Grayscale’s GBTC.\r\n\r\n**Global Crypto Regulatory and Market Developments**\r\nAcross the globe, regulations continue to evolve. The European Parliament has moved to implement stricter anti-money laundering protocols for crypto service providers. Meanwhile, across the pond, the crypto market in Canada is experiencing increased institutional adoption, influenced partly by rising inflation and burgeoning debt levels, as reported by a recent KPMG survey.\r\n\r\n**Corporate Movements and Strategic Collaborations**\r\nOn the corporate front, several significant announcements were made. Binance founder CZ is currently rallying support amidst legal challenges, facing potential sentencing related to allegations of non-violent offenses. In a surprising turn of events, BlackRock clarified its stance by denying any partnership with Hedera, following a sharp 35% drop in HBAR token prices after initial rumors.\r\n\r\n**Technological Advancements and the Future Outlook**\r\nThe technological sector within crypto isn't left behind either. Shiba Inu (SHIB) teased the crypto community with its ambitious roadmap for the Shibarium ecosystem set to roll out in 2024/2025, promising a myriad of enhancements and new features. Additionally, major layer-2 networks like Arbitrum and Optimism are tying up with Avail to push the envelope on Web3 scalability, showcasing the relentless pursuit of innovation by key industry players.\r\n\r\n**Market Sentiments and Future Prospects**\r\nAs the day winds down, the crypto market faces mixed sentiments with Bitcoin (BTC) experiencing a downturn amidst geopolitical tensions and regulatory scrutiny. Despite these challenges, there remains a cautious optimism with entities like Morgan Stanley potentially opening the floodgates for new capital by allowing brokers to recommend Bitcoin ETFs to their clients.\r\n\r\nToday's events reflect a dynamic and evolving cryptocurrency ecosystem, rife with both opportunities and hurdles. As we move forward, the interplay of technology, regulation, and market dynamics will undoubtedly continue to shape the future of digital assets. Keep your eyes peeled and wallets ready, as the crypto world never sleeps. \r\n\r\nStay updated with the Sundown Digest, your go-to evening wrap-up on all things crypto."
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{
"date": "2024-04-24T22:47:36.000000Z",
"headline": "Sundown Digest April 24th 2024",
"id": 209,
"text": "In a vivid demonstration of the crypto world's dynamic nature, today's headlines swung from regulatory skirmishes to notable corporate strategies and innovations shaking up the digital finance landscape.\r\n\r\nAt the epicenter of regulatory drama, Binance founder Changpeng Zhao stares down a potential 36-month prison stint as U.S. prosecutors charge him with violations of anti-money laundering regulations. With a guilty plea already in his pocket and an April 30 sentencing date looming, the crypto community braces for the implications this may have on Binance, one of the largest crypto exchanges.\r\n\r\nWhile Binance deals with legal pressures, Hedera's HBAR (HBAR) token showcased the market’s volatility and the impact of news, soaring by an eye-popping 100% following a misinterpreted partnership announcement with BlackRock's money market fund. The surge, although rooted in confusion, underscores the sensitivity of crypto prices to news – or sometimes, the mere whispers of it.\r\n\r\nIn other news, the tiny Central American nation of El Salvador experienced a cybersecurity crisis as its state-operated Chivo wallet got compromised. Hackers from CyberInteligenciaSV managed to leak both user data and wallet codes, shining a spotlight on the persistent security issues plaguing crypto infrastructures.\r\n\r\nOn a lighter note, Hong Kong is set to enhance its stature as a global crypto hub with the introduction of Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum ETFs slated for April 30. Matching steps with the U.S., which has already embraced such ETFs, Hong Kong aims to attract more institutional investments into the crypto space.\r\n\r\nCorporate maneuvers too painted today's crypto canvas. Tesla confirmed holding onto its Bitcoin investment through Q1 2024, despite a 15.5% dip in total revenue. This steadfast approach highlights the enduring allure of Bitcoin as a corporate asset, even amidst broader financial pressures.\r\n\r\nMeanwhile, the legal battles continue unabated. Ripple (XRP) is digging in its heels against a formidable $2 billion SEC fine. Opting for a combat stance, Ripple proposed a starkly lower $10 million settlement, marking another chapter in its prolonged regulatory saga.\r\n\r\nAs nighttime falls on this eventful day, it is evident that the crypto world spins much faster than most, driven by a blend of innovation, speculation, and the ever-watchful eye of global regulators. Each sunrise potentially brings game-changing news, but for now, let's sign off, ready to decode whatever tomorrow brings our way."
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