Bitcoin's price dropped below $71,000 following comments from Fed Chair Jerome Powell, who indicated uncertainty over the lasting impact of rising energy prices on inflation. The crypto market shed $100 billion in value as investors reassessed the macroeconomic outlook.
Ethereum has announced a new rule aimed at reducing bridge times between Layer 1 and Layer 2 networks by up to 98%, bringing transaction times down to 13 seconds. This improvement is expected to enhance user experience and increase the efficiency of Ethereum-based transactions.
UK lawmakers have proposed an immediate ban on cryptocurrency political donations, citing high risks associated with fast payment traits and tools like mixers and tumblers. The proposal suggests a binding moratorium to mitigate potential risks in political financing.