BNB Chain memecoin platform Four.Meme hit by $183K exploit
The memecoin launch platform has temporarily stopped the creation of new liquidity pools while it addresses the exploit.
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Hackers Push Fake Crypto on Kenya Police Social Media Accounts
A Kenyan law enforcement agency said it regained control of its X and Facebook accounts on Feb. 9, just hours after hackers used them to promote a fake cryptocurrency. Hackers Offer Tokens for Likes Kenya’s Directorate of Criminal Investigations…
Solo miner snags Bitcoin block reward worth $300K
Bitcoin rose back above $98,000 after dipping slightly when US President Donald Trump announced tariffs on aluminum and steel as part of an escalating US trade war.
Bitcoin Funding Rate Turns Neutral On Top Exchanges: What Happened Last Time
Story Protocol confirms public mainnet to launch on Feb. 13
The Web3 IP protocol aims to provide an open market for programmable intellectual property, enabling creators and rights holders to protect their IP.
ETF issuer Osprey wants judge to review its failed suit against Grayscale
A Connecticut judge handed a win to Grayscale in Osprey Funds’ unfair trade practice suit but now Osprey is asking for that to be reviewed.
Crypto’s onboarding tipping point – can verification keep up?
Crypto’s rapid growth brings new risks. As fraud escalates, can verification technology keep pace? AI, biometrics and regulatory shifts shape the future of secure crypto onboarding.
Bitcoin, top altcoins are ripping attention from memecoins: Santiment
Santiment’s social tracker shows top layer-1 blockchains are dominating 44% of the discussion on social media, while the top six memecoins are at 4%.
Grayscale and NYSE Arca Seek Approval for Cardano-Based ETF
NYSE Arca has filed a proposal with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to list and trade shares of the Grayscale Cardano Trust, paving the way for the first U.S. exchange-traded fund (ETF) tied to Cardano’s ADA cryptocurrency…
Swedish fintech giant Klarna will ‘embrace crypto,’ CEO says
Klarna, a Swedish payments firm with 85 million users, is reportedly eyeing a US initial public offering — and its CEO is looking for ideas on how it can integrate digital assets.
Dogecoin (DOGE) Drifts Sideways—Will Bulls Step Up to the Challenge?
Dogecoin started a recovery wave above the $0.250 zone against the US Dollar. DOGE is now consolidating and might face hurdles near $0.2655. DOGE price started a recovery wave above the $0.2500 and $0.2520 levels. The price is trading above the…
Ethereum Holds ‘Bounce Or Die’ Level: Rebound To $4,000 Could Be Near
Amid the market corrections, Ethereum (ETH) has retested a key multi-year support level, suggesting that a bounce to $4,000 could be near. However, some market watchers noted that ETH has tapped an “interesting level” against Bitcoin, which could…
Russia and India Cut Dollar Use: 90% of Direct Transactions in National Currencies
Russia and India now conduct nearly 90% of direct transactions in their national currencies, deepening financial ties and accelerating the global shift away from the U.S. dollar. Moscow and New Delhi Tighten Financial Ties—Is the Dollar Era Ending?…
XRP Price Attempts a Turnaround—Can It Break Free from Resistance?
XRP price tested the $2.280 zone and recently corrected some losses. The price is now facing hurdles near the $2.50 and $2.60 levels. XRP price started a recovery wave from the $2.280 zone. The price is now trading above $2.40 and the 100-hourly…
North Carolina House speaker files bill for state to invest in Bitcoin ETPs
The bill limits investments to Bitcoin exchange-traded products only but includes various state funds such as pensions and insurance.
Ethereum Short Positions Surge 500% In 3 Months – What’s Behind The Bearish Sentiment?
Ethereum (ETH), the second-largest cryptocurrency by reported market cap, is facing unprecedented short selling from hedge funds. Notably, short positions in ETH have soared by 500% since November 2024, indicating heightened bearish sentiment…
Coinbase CEO: Bitcoin Adoption to Reach Several Billion People by 2030
Bitcoin adoption is exploding, with billions expected to use it by 2030, Coinbase’s CEO predicts, as surging demand and regulatory wins drive unstoppable mainstream momentum. Coinbase CEO Predicts Billions Using Bitcoin by 2030 Brian Armstrong, CEO…
Ethereum Price Faces Headwinds: Can Bulls Regain Control?
Ethereum price is attempting to recover from the $2,500 zone. ETH might gain bullish momentum if it clears the $2,740 resistance zone. Ethereum started a fresh decline below the $2,700 level. The price is trading below $2,700 and the 100-hourly…
Bitcoin Price at a Crossroads: Will It Smash Resistance and Climb?
Bitcoin price is consolidating above the $96,200 support zone. BTC is showing a few positive signs and might attempt to rally above $99,000. Bitcoin started a decent recovery wave above the $95,000 level. The price is trading above $96,000 and the…
Nasdaq Files to List XRP ETF, Stating XRP Is Hard to Manipulate
Nasdaq is seeking SEC approval to list the Coinshares XRP ETF, arguing that XRP’s deep liquidity and decentralized structure reduce manipulation risks. Nasdaq Seeks SEC Approval for Coinshares XRP ETF The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC has…
Cardano Is Showing Signs Of A Potential Rebound As Key Indicator Flashes A Buy Signal – Analyst
Cardano has faced significant volatility and selling pressure as the broader crypto market struggles to establish strong support levels. Since early December, Cardano has dropped over 61%, with its price action reflecting a persistent downtrend…
Crypto broker breaks ankles while fleeing kidnappers in Spain
A search of the apartment in the Spanish town of Estepona where the broker was held by the kidnappers uncovered two firearms, knives, drugs and over $10,000 in cash.
Tesla Discloses 11,509 Bitcoin Holdings in SEC Filing, Valued at Over $1 Billion
Tesla’s SEC filing reveals 11,509 bitcoin worth $1.119 billion, with a $589 million unrealized gain under new accounting rules, reinforcing its bullish crypto position. Tesla Reports $1.07 Billion in Bitcoin Tesla Inc. filed its annual 10-K…
Grayscale, NYSE Arca file to launch US-based spot Cardano ETF
NYSE Arca has filed on behalf of Grayscale to launch the firm’s first-ever standalone Cardano ETF product.
Litecoin ETF has 90% chance to get SEC approval in 2025: Analysts
Bloomberg ETF analysts say Litecoin regulatory filings have been acknowledged and the SEC likely views it as a commodity.
Ripple Expands in Europe—Its Payments Solution Hits Portugal for the First Time
Ripple expands in Europe, bringing instant, low-cost blockchain payments to Portugal and revolutionizing transfers on the Portugal-Brazil corridor. Ripple’s European Footprint Grows—First Ever Launch of Its Payments Solution in Portugal Ripple…
Bitcoin Shows Signs of Recovery as Leverage Decreases and Outflows Rise
Bitcoin is now experiencing a break from last week’s steady decline, which saw the asset drop as low as $94,000. As of today, BTC’s price has steadily climbed, hovering above $97,000 at the time of writing—a 1.3% gain in the past day. Amid…
OpenAI’s Altman appears to reject Musk’s $97.4B bid for control
OpenAI’s Sam Altman told Elon Musk “no thank you” on X as Musk reportedly offered to buy the AI firm for almost $100 million.
Latam Insights Encore: Brazil Lacks Leadership to Solve Its Crypto Alignment Dilemma
Welcome to Latam Insights Encore, a deep dive into Latin America’s most relevant economic and cryptocurrency news from the past week. This edition examines how the Brazilian government is divided regarding crypto, and how this might affect the…
Litecoin ETF Approval Odds at 90%, Analysts Say
Bloomberg ETF analysts Eric Balchunas and James Seyffart have compiled a list of crypto ETF applications that they believe will have shot at being approved by the U.S. Securities and Exchanges Commission (SEC) this year, and assigned a probability…