Rapper 50 Cent Alleges Hack of X Account to Push Cryptocurrency Scam
Curtis James Jackson III, globally known as the rapper “50 Cent,” recently revealed that his X account and website were compromised in a cyberattack. This incident saw hackers leveraging his…
Bitcoin Miners Managing Pressures Without Resorting to Extensive Sell-Offs
Despite the rising operational costs and diminishing rewards, Bitcoin miners are not facing a catastrophic situation. Glassnode’s lead analyst James Check, also known by his handle “Checkmatey,” recently shared insights…
Revised Ether ETF Proposals Submitted by Asset Managers Targeting July Introduction
Several prominent asset managers have recently updated their proposals for Ethereum exchange-traded funds (ETFs), signaling a significant move in the crypto investment space. On June 21, leading firms including VanEck,…
Blockchain Association Challenges IRS on New Broker Regulations
The Blockchain Association has reiterated its concerns over the Internal Revenue Service’s (IRS) proposed rules for broker-dealers, emphasizing the excessive burdens these rules would place on investors, cryptocurrency companies, and…
Nigeria’s SEC Introduces Updated Regulations and Compliance Measures for Digital Assets
The Nigerian Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has recently announced significant amendments to its rules concerning the issuance, offering platforms, exchange, and custody of digital assets. This move aims to…
Binance Integrates USDT on TON, Enhancing Transaction Accessibility
Binance recently announced a significant milestone in its operational strategy by integrating Tether’s USDT token onto The Open Network (TON), signaling expanded options for stablecoin liquidity within its ecosystem. This…
Gemini’s Initiative: Supporting Pro-Crypto Candidates Ahead of the Presidential Election
Gemini Exchange has launched a campaign finance project aimed at facilitating campaign contributions to candidates supportive of the cryptocurrency industry in the United States. This initiative comes amid increasing political…
Nonprofit’s Critique of Tether in Extensive Ad Campaign
Consumer’s Protection, a longstanding California nonprofit organization, has launched a substantial multimillion-dollar advertising initiative aimed at scrutinizing Tether’s business practices. The campaign utilizes various media platforms, including television spots, billboards,…
Italian Government to Increase Crypto Market Surveillance
Italy is preparing to intensify its oversight of the cryptocurrency markets in compliance with the European Union’s Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulatory framework. This move aims to crack down on…
Mirror World CEO on Building Solana Game Engine After $12M Raise
Despite the surging popularity of blockchain technology, Chris Zhu, CEO of Mirror World, points out significant infrastructure challenges for game developers on Solana. In an interview with Cointelegraph, Zhu highlighted…
Japanese Exchange BitFlyer Acquires FTX Japan
BitFlyer Holdings has announced its acquisition of FTX Japan, the Japanese arm of the defunct crypto trading platform FTX, with plans to rebrand it as New Custody Company. This move…
Binance Executive’s Legal Battle Amid US-Nigeria Tug of War
The legal saga involving Tigran Gambaryan, a Binance executive, has intensified as Nigerian authorities press ahead with money laundering charges despite recent developments in related tax evasion cases. The unfolding…
Bitwise’s Ethereum Ad: A Milestone in NFT and Crypto Advertising
Bitwise, a digital asset manager, recently made headlines with the release of its first national TV spot for an Ether exchange-traded fund (ETF), which can be minted as a non-fungible…
Tether and Taipei Tech: A New Era in Blockchain and Digital Asset Education
The National Taipei University of Technology (NTUT), known colloquially as Taipei Tech, has embarked on a groundbreaking collaboration with Tether, a prominent cryptocurrency firm. This partnership, announced on June 19,…
Singapore Identifies Digital Payment Tokens as High-Risk in Anti-Money Laundering Efforts
Singapore‘s latest update to its Money Laundering National Risk Assessment (MLNRA) brings to light significant risks and vulnerabilities within the nation’s financial landscape, particularly those posed by digital payment token…
Nigerian High Court Rejects Binance Executive’s Lawsuit Over Detention
In a recent ruling on June 19, the Nigerian High Court dismissed the lawsuit filed by Nadeem Anjarwalla, a regional manager at Binance. Anjarwalla’s case revolved around allegations that Nigerian…
Stablecoin Transfer Volume Surges 16-Fold Over Past Four Years
The use of stablecoins has surged dramatically over the past four years, marking a significant milestone in the adoption of cryptocurrencies and their integration into the global financial ecosystem. Surge…
Bitwise Amends Ethereum ETF Filing; Pantera Signals Potential $100M Investment
Bitwise Asset Management has revised its Form S-1 registration statement for a spot Ether exchange-traded fund (ETF), highlighting a potential substantial investment from Pantera Capital Management. According to the filing…
Nomura Crypto Arm Laser Digital Bags Abu Dhabi License
Nomura’s cryptocurrency subsidiary, Laser Digital, has achieved a significant milestone in its expansion strategy by securing a broker license in the Abu Dhabi region. This license, granted by the Financial…
LandBridge Signals Interest in Crypto Miners Amid $320M IPO Launch
LandBridge, a prominent U.S. company specializing in the acquisition of extensive land areas for oil and gas production, has unveiled a forward-looking strategy that includes courting cryptocurrency miners. This announcement…