800 victims of 'massive' Bitconnect fraud to receive $17M restitution
The millions will be distributed among the select number of victims, but thousands more were impacted by the $2.4 billion fraudulent scheme.
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Crypto payments platform Wyre lifts 90% withdrawal cap
Just five days after it imposed them, Wyre has removed all limits on account withdrawals.
Crypto exchange WonderFi confirms merger talks with Coinsquare
The exchanges are yet to finalize a potential merger, with WonderFi releasing a public statement in response to market speculation and a surging share price.
Major media outlets demand identities of SBF's $250M bond guarantors
The media’s lawyers argued the public’s right to know Bankman-Fried's sureties outweighed their privacy and safety rights, but Bankman-Fried’s lawyers strongly disagreed.
Winklevoss slams SEC charges against Gemini as ‘super lame... manufactured parking ticket’
Tyler Winklevoss hit back at the SEC charging Gemini, calling the action “totally counterproductive” in a series of tweets.
Here's how to quickly spot a deepfake crypto scam — cybersecurity execs
The fast-paced nature of the crypto markets means investors are under massive pressure to quickly verify whether a video message is authentic or not.
Cryptocurrency is headed toward surviving its first age
Despite the downbeat market, blockchain-based tech — from the internet of things to the metaverse — is primed to represent trillions in new value by 2030.
Gemini and Genesis charged by SEC with selling unregistered securities
The charges relate to Gemini’s crypto asset lending program, Gemini Earn, according to the Securities and Exchange Commission.
US House Republicans plan to establish crypto-focused subcommittee: Report
Representatives French Hill and Warren Davidson will reportedly be the chair and vice chair of the subcommittee, respectively, focused on issues related to crypto.
Crypto community unimpressed by SBF’s lengthy Substack letter
In the letter, SBF denies stealing funds and stashing billions of dollars away.
Nigerian crypto exchange Roqqu receives European virtual currency license
The move allows Roqqu to operate in 30 countries and broaden its services within one of the world’s largest crypto markets.
Bitcoin price rallies to $19K, but analyst says a $17.3K retest could happen next
Bitcoin price hit a year-to-date high near $19,000 as pro traders used leverage to propel the pump, but derivatives data hints at reasons for BTC price to retest $17,300.
90% of businesses adopting blockchain technology, data
A new survey from CasperLabs found that despite education gaps, enterprise adoption of blockchain technology in the U.S., U.K. and China is set to increase in the next year.
Like son, like father: Joseph Bankman retains attorney: Report
Sam Bankman-Fried’s father reportedly advised his son on matters related to lobbying lawmakers in Washington D.C. and may now be cooperating with prosecutors.
BIS economists suggest improving TradFi with CBDC to attract users away from crypto
The latest Bank of International Settlements bulletin looks at ways to mitigate the risks of crypto assets and suggests traditional finance could get its house in better order too.
Blockchain industry shows signs of stabilizing in 2023: Report
December continued to see Bitcoin trade below its 50-, 100- and 200-day moving averages, but stabilization in the DeFi sector is flashing positive signals at the start of 2023.
Miss Universe contestant represents El Salvador with Bitcoin-inspired costume
“You don’t need a sash to walk around dressed as cash,” said the Miss Universe 2022 announcer as Alejandra Guajardo showed off her currency-themed costume.
Congress may be ‘ungovernable,’ but US could see crypto legislation in 2023
Bipartisan support for cryptocurrencies exists on both sides of the aisle and in both chambers, but extreme elements could still thwart legislation.
Mining Bitcoin at home — Is it time to start? Market Talks
Join us as we discuss everything you need to know about mining crypto from the comfort of your home. Hosting the show will be Cointelegraph’s head of markets, Ray Salmond, with special guest Justin Kramer.
Bitcoin price fails to seal fresh CPI gains as $18K support hangs in balance
BTC price action returns to consolidate on the U.S. CPI release, with Bitcoin firmly undecided on short-term direction.
15 ways crypto companies can be more transparent with customers
Full transparency around transactions, projects and technologies is the only way crypto can grow as an industry.
Sam Bankman-Fried: 'I didn’t steal funds, and I certainly didn’t stash billions away'
The former FTX leader denied any involvement In regards to the allegations Alameda had used FTX customer funds, and said he was pressured into naming John Ray as CEO.
Breaking: DCG owes creditors over $3B, considering $500M VC portfolio sale
Crypto broker Genesis allegedly owes $900 million to clients of cryptocurrency exchange Gemini alone.
Jack Ma surrenders control of fintech giant Ant Group
After founding Ant Group in 2014, Chinese billionaire Jack Ma is now ceding control of the company as part of Ant’s corporate structure changes.
PR advice that crypto founders wish they’d heard sooner
I often tell founders that PR is a marathon, not a race. Let’s go over some key tips for founders who want to win it.
3 reasons why Avalanche (AVAX) price can double by March 2023
The latest AVAX price rally comes on the heels of Avalanche’s partnership with Amazon Web Services as the cryptocurrency market rebounds.
‘FTX was not crypto’ — DeFi Dad sets the record straight
Tune in to the third episode of Hashing It Out, where Cointelegraph’s Elisha Owusu Akyaw discusses the evolution of decentralized finance with Fourth Revolution Capital investor, DeFi Dad.
How to innovate in a crisis — and thrive
Innovation can’t just be a catchphrase within your organization.