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Ethereum creator officially becomes a billionaire
From uni drop out to self-made crypto billionaire, Vitalik Buterin is kicking goals with Ethereum
The creator of the increasingly popular cryptocurrency, Ethereum is now officially a billionaire.
Vitalik Buterin is a 27-year-old Russian-Canadian who created the virtual currency in 2015 at the age of 19.
Prior to launching the company, Buterin cofounded (and wrote for) Bitcoin Magazine.
Ethereum skyrockets 375 percent
The creator of Ethereum now has around 335,500 ether in his wallet. This equates to more than 1.1 billion dollars, making Buterin a billionaire.
Ether prices have skyrocketed in the first part of 20-21, soaring 375 percent. The crypto now has the second-largest market value.
In late April, the Russian-Canadian programmer donated both 100 Ether and 100 Maker (MKR) tokens to a COVID-19 relief fund for India.
Crypto rises in popularity
The Ethereum cryptocurrency has a market capitalization of $376 billion, second only to bitcoin’s $1.08 trillion. But it’s quickly catching up to the crypto giant.
This places the cryptocurrency as more valuable than Elon Musk’s meme, Dogecoin.
Ether value has surged since the beginning of the year, largely due to the rising popularity of decentralized finance (DeFi) applications.
Crypto disrupts old money
Even the traditional players are beginning to recognise the importance of embracing crypto, including luxury auction house Sotheby.
Sotheby also will be jumping on the crypto bandwagon, saying they’ll accept payments in Bitcoin and Ethereum at an upcoming Banksy auction.
The 277-year-old auction house says that it’s the first of its kind to accept cryptocurrency as payment for a physical piece of art.
“Fittingly, the pairing brings together the biggest disruptor in finance with one of the most notable disruptors in the art world – Banksy,” Sotheby said.
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Markets tumble as Trump tariffs, Greenland rhetoric and Europe backlash collide
U.S. stocks plummet over 800 points amid renewed tariff threats and political tensions from Trump, sparking global trade concerns.
U.S. stocks plummet over 800 points amid renewed tariff threats and political tensions from Trump, sparking global trade concerns.
U.S. equities took a sharp hit as markets reacted to renewed tariff threats and heightened political rhetoric from President Donald Trump. The Dow plunged more than 800 points, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq also sliding as investor nerves rattled risk assets.
The sell-off highlights growing concern around global trade tensions and geopolitical uncertainty, with markets struggling to price in what comes next for U.S. economic leadership and policy direction.
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Gold hits record highs as investors flee risk
Gold surges amid global uncertainty, with February futures rising 1.71% to $4,674.20 per ounce, signaling safe-haven demand.
Gold surges amid global uncertainty, with February futures rising 1.71% to $4,674.20 per ounce, signaling safe-haven demand.
Gold is shining brighter than ever as investors flock to safe-haven assets amid global uncertainty. U.S. gold futures for February delivery jumped 1.71% to $4,674.20 per ounce, while spot gold rose 1.6% to $4,668.14.
The surge comes as geopolitical tensions continue to worry traders, prompting a rush into metals perceived as stable and secure. Analysts say gold is proving its status as the ultimate hedge during turbulent times.
Investors are closely watching markets as gold sets new benchmarks, signalling growing caution across the financial landscape.
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Markets edge higher as 10-year yields hit new highs
Major stock indices rise slightly; 10-year Treasury yield hits 4.23% amid Fed Chair speculation, affecting small and mega-cap stocks.
Major stock indices rise slightly; 10-year Treasury yield hits 4.23% amid Fed Chair speculation, affecting small and mega-cap stocks.
All major stock indices are starting the week slightly higher, giving investors cautious optimism. Analysts are keeping an eye on movements in small caps and mega-cap tech stocks amid these early gains.
The yield on the 10-year Treasury note has climbed to 4.23%, the highest since last September. This follows Kevin Warsh emerging as the frontrunner for the next Federal Reserve Chair, sparking speculation on future monetary policy.
Rising yields could trigger a pullback in small-cap stocks, while investors may pivot toward mega-cap tech, expected to deliver strong earnings growth. Overall, the market is likely to see a neutral to slightly bearish trend next week due to overbought conditions.
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