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Crypto lender Celsius Network cleared to exit bankruptcy

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Crypto lender Celsius Network cleared to exit bankruptcy

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NEW YORK, Nov 9 (Reuters) – Crypto lender Celsius Network received U.S. bankruptcy court approval on Thursday for a restructuring plan that will return cryptocurrency to customers and create a new company owned by Celsius creditors.

U.S. Bankruptcy Judge Martin Glenn in Manhattan signed off on the restructuring in an order published Thursday. The reorganized business will be managed by Fahrenheit LLC, a consortium that includes hedge fund Arrington Capital, and it will focus on mining new bitcoin and earning “staking” fees by validating blockchain transactions.

New Jersey-based Celsius filed for Chapter 11 protection in July 2022, one month after freezing customer accounts to prevent withdrawals. Celsius, which was once valued at $3 billion, was one of the largest crypto collapses last year.

Michael Arrington, founder of Arrington Capital, said Thursday that Celsius’ revival stands apart from other crypto companies that collapsed in 2022 and were unable to reorganize.

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Crypto lenders BlockFi and Voyager Digital were wiped out in bankruptcy, and cryptocurrency exchange FTX remains stuck in Chapter 11 proceedings.

“Today marks the culmination of a journey that has been far too long and far too expensive for Celsius creditors,” Arrington said in an email. “We are eager to dig in on our go-forward plan to make things whole for our creditors.”

Fahrenheit will buy a minority stake in the reorganized Celsius for $50 million and will publicly list the new company’s stock on Nasdaq, allowing Celsius customers to sell equity shares that they will receive as part of their bankruptcy recovery, according to court documents.

In addition to their stake in the new company, Celsius customers will receive a partial repayment of the cryptocurrency assets they deposited on the platform. Celsius had 600,000 customers who held about $4.4 billion in interest-bearing Celsius accounts when it filed for bankruptcy, according to court documents.

The restructuring plan includes a settlement that values Celsius’s proprietary crypto token, CEL, at 25 cents. A court-appointed examiner reported in January that Celsius inflated the value of its own token to benefit company insiders, using methods that Celsius staff described as “very Ponzi-like.”

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The reorganized company will pursue litigation against Celsius founder Alex Mashinsky, who already faces U.S. criminal charges and a New York civil lawsuit for allegedly misleading customers and artificially inflating the value of CEL. Mashinsky has pleaded not guilty.

Reporting by Dietrich Knauth; Editing by Alexia Garamfalvi and Lisa Shumaker

Our Standards: The Thomson Reuters Trust Principles.

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Cryptocurrency Strategist Foresees Potential Bitcoin Downturn Amid Recent Dip

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A seasoned cryptocurrency strategist who astutely predicted the recent downturn of Bitcoin shed some light on the potential trajectory of the infamous digital currency. If there’s any weight to the analyst’s forecast, we are possibly on the threshold of a far more substantial bearish phase in the cryptocurrency market.

Earlier in the week, the world of cryptocurrency was still basking in the glow of Bitcoin’s steady ascent beyond $70,000. Amidst the euphoria, a handful of analysts raised caution flags. Notably, the analyst known as Xanrox had taken to the renowned platform TradingView, warning of a probable nosedive in Bitcoin’s price. His augment is supported by several indicators seen recently.

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Xanrox’s analysis suggested that Bitcoin’s boom could be short-lived, forecasting a crash in June rooted in the price activity observed in May. An interesting marker that gained the attention of Xanrox was the formation of what he referred to as an “FVGAP” at the $62,000 level. According to him, this could potentially trigger a bullish surge for Bitcoin down the line. The reason being, such gaps typically tend to be filled sooner rather than later, thereby indicating an impending retrace.

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Furthermore, Xanrox infers from the Elliott Wave Theory that Bitcoin has completed its first upward or “impulsive” wave, Wave 1, and that Wave 2 is poised to be bullish in nature. Yet, Xanrox’s analysis expands beyond these waves, he highlights the formation of a corrective ABC pattern taking place.

Additionally intriguing is the observation of a diminutive red trend line on that chart that has already exhibited signs of waning strength. This falling trend line, added to a rising wedge pattern observed by Xanrox, acts as a strong indicator of an incoming drop in the digital currency’s value.

Xanrox’s analysis was posted on late May, and since then, Bitcoin has seen a considerable drop, now hovering below $68,000. This sharp downturn partially confirms the analyst’s prediction, thereby warranting an update on his post, outlining the potential future of Bitcoin’s pricing.

In his follow-up content, he points out yet another red trendline on the brink of a breakdown, following the first. The presence of two staggering lower trend lines paints a gloomy picture of Bitcoin’s future value. Furthermore, Xanrox indicates that Bitcoin’s price has formed a symmetrical triangle, which he predicts will also break down, leading to a fall in its price.

As for the degree of the anticipated plunge, Xanrox’s illustration signals a drop toward the $62,000 level, implying a decline of over 10%. Such a trend could cause turbulence across the wide cryptocurrency market. The analyst advises caution in the months to come, as he perceives summer as a potentially low volatility period for Bitcoin.

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At present, Bitcoin is positioned a notch below $68,000 according to the latest data. In spite of suffering a significant loss of 2.7% in the past week, it’s worth noting that the cryptocurrency still showcases a promising growth of around 10.28% on a monthly basis.

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As May comes to a close, the cryptocurrency market is trending upward, leading many to anticipate the imminent arrival of the long-speculated crypto summer. With the next bull run taking shape, individuals are increasingly exploring diverse methods to profit from digital assets.

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As May comes to a close, the cryptocurrency market is trending upward, leading many to anticipate the imminent arrival of the long-speculated crypto summer. With the next bull run taking shape, individuals are increasingly exploring diverse methods to profit from digital assets.
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Robert Kennedy Jr. Applauds Trump's Crypto Commitment, Expresses Hope For Biden's Alignment

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Robert Kennedy Jr. Applauds Trump's Crypto Commitment, Expresses Hope For Biden's Alignment

Presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has expressed his admiration for former President Donald Trump’s pro-cryptocurrency stance

What Happened: Kennedy made the remarks at the Consensus 2024 conference, CoinDesk reported Thursday.

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“Commitment to crypto is a commitment to freedom and transparency,” Kennedy stated. He abstained from conjecturing whether Trump’s decision was politically driven, but expressed optimism that President Joe Biden would follow the same path.

Kennedy underscored the significance of transactional freedom and the necessity for a transparent currency. He also stressed the importance of America continuing to be the center of blockchain technology. Kennedy disclosed that he had acquired 21 bitcoins since the commencement of his campaign, in addition to purchasing three coins for each of his children.

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Furthermore, Kennedy expressed his intention, if elected, to establish cryptocurrency as a transactional currency. He voiced his conviction that cryptocurrency should be treated as a currency, not taxed as capital gains, and used for everyday purchases.

Why It Matters: Kennedy’s pro-cryptocurrency stance is not new. Earlier in March, he blamed big banks for turning Congress members against Bitcoin BTC/USD and emphasized the need for transactional freedom. He has also called cryptocurrencies the best hedge against inflation.

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Interestingly enough, Trump’s view on Bitcoin was also negative around that time, in contrast to the 180-degree pivot that is currently on display.

In other news, RFKJ, the cryptocurrency themed on Kennedy, was rebranded as “BOBBY,” which Kennedy is affectionately called by his friends, family, and supporters.

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Price Action: At the time of writing, the PolitiFi token was trading at $0.00000259, following a 14% plunge in the last 24 hours, according to CoinMarketCap.

Read Next: Trump’s Maga Coin Jumps 7%, Coin Parodying Biden Sinks Despite Ex-President’s Conviction In Hush Money Trial —NFTs Also Show Strength

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Disclaimer: This content was partially produced with the help of Benzinga Neuro and was reviewed and published by Benzinga editors.

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