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Cross-border payment company, Ripple has sent out an urgent message to XRP members and the broader cryptocurrency community. In its message, the payments firm warns about the risks associated with crypto scams and provides valuable information on how crypto members can identify and avoid these types of risks. 

Ripple Cautions About Scam Activities

In a recent X (formerly Twitter) post, the Ripple team issued an urgent warning to XRP community members, informing them that neither Ripple nor its associated executives and employees will ever ask members to send XRP to them. The team proceeded to deliver a comprehensive article on the dangers of crypto scams, highlighting the common scams investors face and how to protect themselves against scammers.

“Ripple is deeply committed to combating these scams, and we are taking an active and aggressive stance against crypto fraud,” the team stated.

Shedding light on how Ripple is presently helping to curb these XRP scam activities, the team disclosed that they were actively working with third-party experts to scan the web for potential scams. Additionally, they were alerting multiple social media platforms and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) of any scam activity they came across. 

Ripple has also revealed that they have partnered with leading blockchain companies and organizations to help mitigate scam attacks by coordinating a series of combatance activities. 

Some of the most common scam attempts investors face in the industry include impersonation scams, where attackers mimic a legitimate social media account or person; phishing scams, which usually come in the form of text and email; and rug pulls, which occur when developers of a crypto project abandon it to profit from investors.

How To Spot, Stop, And Avoid Crypto Scams

While spotting crypto scams can be difficult, there are some warning signs that investors should be aware of in order to protect their investments and funds. Some of these signs include inconsistencies in social media profiles, such as a lack of profile picture, odd account names and terminologies. Another red flag is when social media comments are restricted or completely turned off to discourage scam warning comments from followers. 

Additionally, crypto members should be wary of clicking links to fraudulent websites or linking their wallet addresses to these sites. Other important warning signs include giveaway rewards that ask investors to send money first, suspicious wallet activities, grammar and spelling errors on scam-like websites and unexpected communications.  

Investors can avoid these scam attempts by incorporating safety habits and protocols in their daily lives. Ripple has stated that users should always be cautious of sending or receiving unexpected funds. Additionally, they can visit the official sites or social channels of a company to confirm if a given information is legitimate. 

It’s also important to update your browser with built-in support for Google Safe Browsing, which warns users of potential scam websites or downloads.   

Ripple has disclosed that crypto members can stop scam activities by reporting suspicious activities involving cryptocurrency to law enforcement agencies or filing a complaint with the FBI in the United States.  

John Deaton, a vocal advocate for XRP and broader cryptocurrency rights as well as current US Senate candidate, is reportedly considering involvement in Coinbase’s ongoing legal battle with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). This news emerges as Coinbase seeks an interlocutory appeal to the 2nd Circuit Court of Appeals in its high-profile lawsuit against the SEC.

Fox Business reporter Eleanor Terrett highlighted Deaton’s potential involvement on X, stating, “Is US Senate candidate John Deaton planning to get involved in the Coinbase case? Deaton served as amicus counsel in both the Ripple & LBRY cases. I’ll be interviewing John this week to get that question answered.”

Will Pro-XRP Lawyer Deaton Support Coinbase?

Deaton, known for his staunch criticism of the SEC’s approach to crypto regulation, previously expressed his discontent with the regulatory body on X, labeling SEC Chairman Gary Gensler as “a bad faith regulator pursuing a political agenda.”

In a detailed post on X, Deaton criticized Congress and the SEC, underscoring the need for judicial intervention to achieve regulatory clarity for the crypto industry. He emphasized, “Our checks and balances form of government is one example of what separates America from many other nations.”

Prior to running for the US Senate seat in Massachusetts against crypto-critic Elizabeth Warren, approximately 5,000 Coinbase customers had signed up to form a putative class similar to the XRP lawsuit. “The people who joined are users, developers and small investors. They do not want the SEC pretending to speak for them but that doesn’t mean they want Coinbase speaking for them either,” the pro-XRP lawyer stated.

Notably, Deaton has actively sought to amplify the voices of cryptocurrency users and investors who feel misrepresented by both the SEC and large crypto platforms like Coinbase. His involvement in the Ripple case as amicus counsel on behalf of over 75,000 XRP holders demonstrates his commitment to representing the interests of the broader crypto community.

Deaton’s recent posts suggest he is ready to extend his advocacy to Coinbase users, having already established a platform for them to express their concerns regarding the SEC’s actions in June 2023.

He stated, “As I did in the Ripple case, I have a Google form to establish a putative class of customers and crypto account holders who use these platforms. […] Gary Gensler and the SEC have demonstrated that they are not interested in protecting small investors and operate only to serve their political masters.”

He added, “Coinbase and its lawyers must serve the interests of employees and shareholders. The customers, who don’t own shares in COIN, deserve a voice. I will continue to be that voice. If you’re a Coinbase customer and want your voice heard, here you go:”

Remarkably, Terrett has previously demonstrated her keen insight into Deaton’s political maneuvers. Prior to Deaton’s official announcement of his candidacy against Senator Elizabeth Warren for the US Senate seat in Massachusetts, Terrett interpreted a post by Deaton on X as a subtle hint of his impending campaign. Her prediction proved accurate.

This track record lends weight to her current speculations regarding Deaton’s potential involvement with the Coinbase case, suggesting that her instincts may once again be on target.

At press time, XRP traded at $0.48875.

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On-chain data shows the Bitcoin whales have continued to hold onto their coins despite the fact that BTC has gone through bearish action recently.

Bitcoin Whales Have Participated In Net Accumulation Since March 1st

As explained by the on-chain analytics firm Santiment in a post on X, the large BTC holders in the market haven’t been shaken by the recent downturn in the price.

The indicator of interest here is the “Supply Distribution,” which tells us about the total amount of Bitcoin that the various wallet groups in the sector are holding right now.

Addresses are divided into these wallet groups based on the number of coins they currently carry in their balance. The 1-10 coins cohort, for instance, includes all addresses or investors who own at least 1 and at most 10 BTC.

In the context of the current discussion, three cohorts are of relevance: the 100-1,000 BTC, 1,000-10,000 BTC, and 10,000-100,000 BTC. The first of these correlates to the “sharks.”

The sharks make up for one of the key parts of the market, although they aren’t quite as influential as the 1,000-10,000 BTC investors, called the whales. This is naturally due to the difference in the scale of holdings between the two.

The last one, the 10,000 to 100,000 BTC cohort, includes the largest of the entities in the sector, which are bigger than even the usual whales. Sometimes, they are popularly referred to as the “mega whales.”

Now, here is a chart that shows the trend in the Bitcoin Supply Distribution over the last few months:

As displayed in the above graph, the Bitcoin Supply Distribution of all of these key holders has gone up since the start of March, suggesting that they have been participating in some net accumulation.

To be more specific, the sharks have bought 43,489 BTC (equivalent to $2.72 billion at the current exchange rate) inside this period, the whales 80,544 BTC ($5.04 billion), and the mega whales 91,732 BTC ($5.75 billion).

As is visible in the chart, though, the timing of the buys wasn’t quite the same between these cohorts. It would appear that the mega whales participated in some wholesale aggressive accumulation at the start of last month, which led to the rally towards the new all-time high (ATH) price.

The whales sold into this ATH and only bought once the drawdown had finished following this peak, while the sharks consistently bought as the rally towards the ATH took place and then stopped purchasing further.

Given this trend, it would appear possible that the ATH rally was fueled by massive purchases from the mega whales. These humongous investors sold some after the initial price drawdown but have since held tight.

In this same window, the sharks and whales also have more or less seen sideways movement in their holdings. This is despite the fact that bearish price action has continued for Bitcoin.

BTC Price

At the time of writing, Bitcoin is floating around $62,600, down more than 11% over the last seven days.

Key Dogecoin (DOGE) on-chain metrics recently turned bullish, suggesting that the foremost meme coin is well primed for a significant move to the upside. However, that hasn’t been the case, as Dogecoin’s price has declined lately. 

Dogecoin On-Chain Metrics Are Bullish 

Data from the market intelligence platform IntoTheBlock shows that 83% of Dogecoin holders are currently in profit at its current price level. Despite that, these investors have opted against offloading their tokens but have chosen to hold in anticipation of further price gains. This bullish mindset among these investors is evident from further data from IntoTheBlock, which shows that 65% of Dogecoin holders have held the token for over a year. 

Instead of selling, more Dogecoin investors are even moving their holdings to self-custodial wallets for long-term safekeeping. On-chain data shows that more DOGE tokens have been taken off exchanges than deposited into them. Specifically, a particular whale transferred 150 million DOGE tokens ($23.3 million) from Robinhood to an unknown wallet. 

Certain developments also add to Dogecoin’s bullish outlook. DOGE Day is set to take place on April 20, and crypto analyst Myles G predicts that the meme coin could experience a bullish resurgence on that day, rising to as high as $0.26. 

The Bitcoin Halving is also set to take place around that time, undoubtedly adding to Dogecoin’s bullish narrative. Meanwhile, Coinbase will launch Dogecoin futures on April 29 for its institutional clients, a move that will generate more interest in the meme coin. Given such developments, it is not out of place to wonder why DOGE’s price has maintained an unimpressive performance. 

Why DOGE’s Price Is Down

Currently, Dogecoin’s price looks to be reacting to the general bearish sentiment in the broader crypto market. As of April 12, the meme coin’s price was still enjoying a significant move to the upside as it looked to break the $0.20 resistance level. However, its price quickly came crashing down following a wave of sell-offs in the crypto market, which was partly triggered by Iran’s attack on Israel.  

Since then, Dogecoin and other crypto tokens have maintained this downward trend as crypto investors wait on the sidelines to see whether Israel will retaliate against Iran. The market is expected to pick up if Israel decides against heightening the regional conflict. However, things could get worse if Israel chooses violence and decides to escalate things. 

At the time of writing, DOGE is trading at around $0.15, down over 5% in the last 24 hours, according to data from CoinMarketCap. 

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Bitcoin is currently trying to stay afloat amid geopolitical tensions that have triggered a sharp decline in the flagship crypto’s price. At the time of writing, Bitcoin was experiencing a significant drop of nearly 15%, plummeting to a low of $60,660, its lowest level in almost a month.

Amidst this turbulence, prominent Bitcoin advocate and investor, Samson Mow, has emerged as a beacon of optimism for Bitcoin enthusiasts. Mow, known for his unwavering belief in the long-term potential of Bitcoin, remains bullish despite the recent downturn. He believes that the fear stemming from geopolitical uncertainties in the Middle East has led to an overreaction in the market, causing Bitcoin’s price to fluctuate wildly.

Markets are also confused about the #Bitcoin halving. Most probably don’t know it exists. Some that know can’t figure out if it will make prices go up or down. Some are worried miners will go under. So many will sit and wait until it’s clear what comes next.

— Samson Mow (@Excellion) April 16, 2024

Mow’s Perspective On Bitcoin’s Future

In an X post, Mow expressed confidence in Bitcoin’s resilience, stating that the current market turmoil is merely a temporary setback. He acknowledges the short-term volatility but remains steadfast in his belief that Bitcoin will emerge stronger in the long run.

Mow’s optimism is fueled by his anticipation of what he terms “Omega time” for Bitcoin, suggesting a period of significant growth and stability once the current market jitters subside.

The Significance Of The Bitcoin Halving Event

One key factor driving Mow’s optimism is the impending Bitcoin halving event, an event that occurs roughly every four years and involves a reduction in the reward given to Bitcoin miners for validating transactions.

Mow describes the halving event as a “massive supply shock,” emphasizing its potential to create scarcity and drive up demand for Bitcoin. He points to the recent approval of Bitcoin-Ethereum exchange-traded funds in Hong Kong as further evidence of growing institutional interest in cryptocurrencies.

Despite Mow’s optimism, there remains confusion in the market regarding the implications of the halving event. Some investors are unsure whether the reduction in block rewards will push Bitcoin’s price up or down.

Concerns have also been raised about the possibility of miners shutting down their operations due to reduced profitability. Mow acknowledges these concerns but believes that clarity will emerge once the market adjusts to the new supply dynamics.

As Bitcoin continues to navigate through choppy waters, Mow’s steadfast optimism serves as a reminder of the underlying strength and resilience of the world’s leading cryptocurrency.

Featured image from Pixabay, chart from TradingView

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Amidst a notable diplomatic engagement between the United States and Iraq, recent statements by Iraq’s Deputy Prime Minister Muhammad Ali Tamim have stirred speculation in the Bitcoin community regarding Iraq’s potential entry into BTC mining at a nation-state level.

Will Iraq Start Mining Bitcoin?

During a press conference with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken, Deputy Prime Minister Tamim discussed a range of initiatives aimed at modernizing Iraq’s energy sector and diversifying its economy. Among the topics addressed was the utilization of new technologies to capture flare gas, a byproduct of oil extraction that is often burned off and wasted.

Flared gas capturing is a significant point of interest for the Bitcoin community, as this excess gas can be converted to electricity and used to power mining operations. This process not only provides an economically viable solution to a waste problem but also aligns with global efforts to reduce environmental pollution—an issue highlighted by Tamim in his speech.

“The Government of Iraq is working for the prosperity of the Iraqi people, at the same time to pay their debts of the Iraqi nation, especially when it comes to the different phases of the energy sector and use new technologies and modernization of the energy sector to reduce pollution. The Government is widening its partnership and conducting agreements so it will be able to, for example, use technologies to capture flare gas,” Tamim said, emphasizing the shift towards innovative and sustainable energy solutions.

This development has prompted Joe Kerr, a noted Bitcoin pundit known on X as @Boomstick44, to suggest that Iraq might be moving towards adopting BTC mining on a large scale. Kerr tweeted, “Tell me your country is going to start mining Bitcoin for the US without telling me.” Kerr cited Tamim’s statement and saw it as proof that only BTC mining could be meant while the Iraqi official was trying to avoid the use of the word.

Tell me your country is going to start mining #Bitcoin for the U.S. without telling me…

Iraq’s deputy prime minister:

‘The Government of Iraq is working for the prosperity of the Iraqi people, at the same time to pay their debts of the Iraqi nation, especially when it comes… https://t.co/S4gxAdHrLb

— Joe Kerr (@Boomstick44) April 15, 2024

In addition to the potential environmental and economic benefits, Deputy Prime Minister Tamim also touched on enhancing tourism, following a playbook similar to El Salvador, which has integrated BTC into its economy, enhancing its appeal to a global audience interested in BTC.

El Salvador’s adoption of Bitcoin as legal tender has indeed sparked interest in its tourism sector, suggesting a potential path for Iraq to link technological innovation with economic diversification.

While official confirmation from the Iraqi government regarding the start of Bitcoin mining operations is pending and pure speculation at the moment, the connections drawn by Kerr between Deputy Prime Minister Tamim’s comments are noteworthy and underscore a growing trend of nations leveraging BTC to address economic and environmental challenges.

As Bitcoinist reported, already six countries officially mine Bitcoin on a nation-state level. These include El Salvador, the Kingdom of Bhutan, Russia, the United Arab Emirates, Oman and Ethiopia. For example, Bhutan has secretly spent millions building a national Bitcoin mining operation to avert an economic crisis.

At press time, BTC traded at $63,353

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Over the weekend, the cryptocurrency markets were thrust into turmoil as escalating tensions in the Middle East sent shockwaves through global financial markets. Iran’s retaliatory drone and missile attack on Israel, following the bombing of the Iranian embassy in Syria, sparked fears of further conflict in the region. As a result, investors flocked to safe-haven assets, including cryptocurrencies, seeking refuge from the uncertainty.

Amidst the chaos, Bitcoin, the leading cryptocurrency, initially saw a surge in dominance as investors sought its perceived safety. However, this uptick was short-lived as the crypto’s dominance unexpectedly plummeted, raising questions about the cryptocurrency’s resilience in times of geopolitical turmoil.

Bitcoin Dominance Fluctuates Amidst Market Turmoil

The rapid decline in Bitcoin dominance puzzled market observers and sparked speculation about the possibility of an imminent altcoin season. Influencers like Crypto Phoenix and Altcoin ₳ardvark suggested that the decrease in dominance could signal a shift in investor sentiment towards alternative cryptocurrencies. However, conflicting views emerged, with the Blockchain Center’s Altseason Index indicating that the market is still tilted towards the coin’s dominance.

According to the Altseason Index, only 41% of large-cap altcoins are outperforming the flagship coin, suggesting that the market may not be ready for a full-fledged altcoin season just yet. Despite the weekend turmoil, Bitcoin’s position as the dominant player in the cryptocurrency market remains unshaken, with its dominance hovering nearly 40%.

Bitcoin’s Resilience Tested Amidst Market Uncertainty

The cryptocurrency sell-off triggered by geopolitical tensions highlights the volatile nature of digital asset investing. While Bitcoin’s status as a safe-haven asset was initially reaffirmed, its subsequent decline in dominance underscores the unpredictable dynamics of the crypto market. Investors are reminded of the importance of staying vigilant and adaptable in the face of geopolitical events that can significantly impact market sentiment.

Altcoins Weather The Storm 

Despite the setback, some meme coins have demonstrated remarkable resilience, outperforming Bitcoin by significant margins over the past 90 days. Coins like WIF, DOGE, and PEPE have posted impressive gains, showcasing the potential for diversification within the cryptocurrency market.

As the crypto markets continue to navigate through geopolitical uncertainties, all eyes remain on Bitcoin’s dominance and its ability to weather the storm. Whether the recent dip in dominance heralds the onset of an altcoin season or merely a temporary blip remains to be seen. In the meantime, investors brace themselves for further market fluctuations and remain cautious amidst the prevailing uncertainty.

While geopolitical tensions have rattled the cryptocurrency markets, Bitcoin’s dominance has taken a dip, sparking speculation about the emergence of an altcoin season. However, conflicting indicators suggest that Bitcoin’s position as the market leader remains intact, highlighting the unpredictable nature of digital asset investing.

Featured image from Pixabay, chart from TradingView

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