Browsing: crypto

US prosecutors in the Roman Storm case aim to exclude testimony on crypto kidnappings, focusing the trial on charges of money laundering and sanctions violations.

Bulgaria’s 2018 sale of seized Bitcoin, now worth over $25 billion, sparks debate on cryptocurrencies as strategic reserve assets.

A South Korean court has acquitted the former CEO of Wemade in a high-profile case alleging manipulation of the WEMIX token’s circulation, amidst a significant drop in the token’s value and investor confidence.

Bitcoin enters a new era of stability and scale, driven by institutional participation and the landmark approval of US spot Bitcoin ETFs.

France initiates a criminal probe into X for alleged algorithmic manipulation, highlighting the platform’s growing regulatory challenges in Europe.

SharpLink Gaming has expanded its Ethereum holdings to over $527 million, signaling strong confidence in the cryptocurrency’s future and introducing a new metric to track its stake.

A Perception report reveals minimal Bitcoin coverage by major media in Q2, highlighting polarized narratives and information asymmetry.

Ethereum’s Vitalik Buterin champions copyleft licensing to ensure open innovation thrives in the competitive crypto industry.

A $8.6 billion Bitcoin transfer from long-dormant wallets has the crypto community speculating about its implications, with theories ranging from wallet upgrades to potential hacks.

Peter Thiel and other tech billionaires are launching Erebor, a new bank for crypto and startups, following SVB’s collapse, while Circuit introduces a crypto recovery system and MicroStrategy reports significant Bitcoin gains.

The Open Platform achieves a $1 billion valuation, becoming the first Web3 ecosystem in Telegram to reach this milestone, with plans for global expansion and enhancing the TON ecosystem.

A dispute over Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s NATO meeting attire has sparked a massive betting frenzy on Polymarket, highlighting the intersection of cryptocurrency and real-world event predictions.

A US government watchdog report criticizes the IRS Criminal Investigation division for not adhering to protocols in crypto seizures, recommending significant improvements.

Australian cryptocurrency billionaire Tim Heath narrowly escaped a kidnapping attempt in Estonia by biting off part of his assailant’s finger, highlighting the risks faced by high-net-worth individuals in the crypto space.

Discover the five most insidious crypto scams emerging this year, as revealed by SlowMist’s Q2 report, and learn how to protect yourself.

Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs vetoes a bill aimed at creating a state-managed fund for seized cryptocurrencies, highlighting ongoing debates over digital assets in public finance.

The US Senate debates amendments to Trump’s tax bill with significant implications for the cryptocurrency sector, including proposed tax relief and rejected restrictions on crypto promotions by government officials.

Exploring how cryptocurrency serves as a bridge between traditional finance and decentralized innovation, fostering a more efficient and resilient financial system.

The crypto world is on the brink of a groundbreaking development with the imminent launch of the first Solana staking ETF by REX Shares, signaling a potential shift in regulatory acceptance and opening new avenues for crypto exposure.

South Korea’s central bank halts CBDC trials amid growing interest in stablecoins, signaling a potential shift in the country’s digital currency strategy.