The cryptocurrency industry is buzzing with news: from Coinbase listing controversies to Hamster Kombat trends and Bitcoin forecasts.
Coinbase Alleged Listing Fees Controversy
Tron founder Justin Sun claimed that Coinbase requested $330 million for a TRX listing, sparking debates about fairness in listing practices. Sun also mentioned that Binance didn’t charge for listing, while Coinbase demanded 500 million TRX tokens and a substantial Bitcoin deposit. Andre Cronje, Fantom founder, corroborated his experience, stating Coinbase sought up to $300 million for listing FTM. CEO of Coinbase, Brian Armstrong, denied such claims, emphasizing that asset listings are free.
The Rise and Fall of Hamster Kombat
Hamster Kombat, once renowned as the fastest-growing game on Telegram, reportedly lost close to 260 million players in three months. Despite reaching an early peak of 300 million users, the game's simplistic design and issues with token distribution alienated players. The token's value plunged by 76%, and delayed airdrops with an anti-cheat system damaged its reputation, earning criticism from the governments in Iran and Russia.
Bitcoin Price Predictions
Analysts at Bernstein predict Bitcoin’s value could soar to $200,000 by 2025, regardless of the upcoming U.S. election outcome. They argue that factors like U.S. fiscal irresponsibility and the allure of hard assets support Bitcoin’s growth. A potential Trump win could push Bitcoin higher due to his perceived crypto-friendly stance, but even a Harris victory is expected to have a favorable long-term impact.
These developments highlight the complex landscape of the crypto industry, where regulation, market speculation, and public sentiment play pivotal roles in shaping the future of digital assets.