After Anthony Scaramucci, FTX Sues Binance And Ex-CEO Changpeng ‘CZ’ Zhao To Reclaim $1.8B Amid Bankruptcy Tussle

In the latest development in the FTX bankruptcy case, the collapsed entity has launched a lawsuit against cryptocurrency exchange Binance BNB/USD, aiming to reclaim $1.8 billion.

What Happened: The plaintiffs in the case are alleging that Binance, its ex-CEO Changpeng “CZ” Zhao, and other top executives received a minimum of $1.76 billion in cryptocurrencies through a fraudulent transfer from FTX, a Cointelegraph report revealed on Monday.

The controversial transaction is associated with Binance’s repurchase agreement with Sam Bankman-Fried (SBF), the FTX co-founder who is currently serving a 25-year prison sentence. The plaintiffs claim that Bankman-Fried unlawfully sold stakes of…

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LATEST: MicroStrategy Bitcoin Portfolio Value Surpasses the $20 Billion Mark

MicroStrategy has achieved a remarkable milestone, as its Bitcoin holdings now exceed $20 billion in value, following Bitcoin’s surge above $80,000. The company’s investment strategy has yielded a 104% profit on its 252,200 Bitcoin, valued at $20.54 billion, according to the “Saylor Tracker,” named after Executive Chairman Michael Saylor. Having purchased Bitcoin 42 times at an average cost of $39,292, MicroStrategy’s aggressive strategy has firmly established it as the largest corporate holder of Bitcoin, dwarfing other significant holders like Marathon Digital and Riot Platforms. Looking ahead, MicroStrategy is set to embark on an ambitious “21/21” funding plan to acquire an additional $42 billion in Bitcoin over the next three years, further solidifying its commitment to the cryptocurrency.

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Weekly U.S. Bitcoin ETFs Net Flow Analysis

For the week spanning November 4 to November 8, 2024, the U.S. Bitcoin ETFs observed a net inflow of 14,980 BTC, indicating sustained interest and investment activity in the cryptocurrency market. Leading the inflows, BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF (Ticker: IBIT) experienced a significant increase, adding 13,568 BTC to its holdings. Fidelity’s Bitcoin ETF (Ticker: FBTC) also saw robust growth, with an additional 2,650 BTC.

On the other hand, some funds registered outflows. Grayscale’s GBTC (Ticker: GBTC) had a net decrease of 1,128 BTC, and ARK’s Bitcoin ETF (Ticker: ARKB) saw a decline of 674 BTC. Similarly, VanEck’s (Ticker: HODL) and Franklin Templeton’s (Ticker: EZBC) funds faced reductions of 339 BTC and 348 BTC, respectively.

Other funds like Bitwise (Ticker: BITB), Grayscale’s BTC fund (Ticker: BTC), Valkyrie’s (Ticker: BRRR), and Invesco Galaxy’s (Ticker: BTCO) posted gains, contributing to the overall positive weekly net flow.

This week’s activity brings the total holdings across these ETFs to 1,019,938 BTC, valued at approximately $81.4 billion. The net inflow suggests investor optimism and active engagement within the Bitcoin ETF sector.

Disclaimer: Market capitalizations and data can vary in real-time. The information provided here is intended purely for educational purposes and should not, under any circumstances, be construed as financial advice.

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JUST IN: Bitcoin Sets New Milestone, Soaring Beyond $80,000 in Record High

Bitcoin has smashed past the $80,000 mark, setting a new record as the cryptocurrency world buzzes with excitement. This historic peak caps a week of consecutive highs, coinciding with Donald Trump’s reelection as President of the United States. As of now, Bitcoin is trading at $79,713, reflecting a nearly 4% in 24 hours. The market cap of Bitcoin has surged to $1.6 trillion. This monumental rise comes 240 days after its previous high of $73.3k, which followed the launch of multiple spot ETFs in the U.S. The surge is further fueled by increasing institutional investments, signaling strong confidence in Bitcoin’s long-term value. This rally underscores the growing confidence and enthusiasm in cryptocurrency as a significant asset class on the global financial stage.

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