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Tether Aids DOJ in Seizing $6M in Assets Tied to Crypto Scams
[Sep 30, 2024 4:30 AM] Tether, a stablecoin issuer, said it has collaborated with the U.S. Department of Justice to seize digital assets worth $6 million stolen from victims of crypto confidence schemes. Tether has assisted law enforcement in various jurisdictions…
Malicious Crypto-Stealing App Exposed on Google Play
[Sep 30, 2024 2:30 AM] An app on Google Play was discovered stealing cryptocurrency from users, employing advanced social engineering and trusted protocols. Check Point Research exposed the app after it had siphoned $70,000, deceiving over 150 victims. The attackers used…
Dutch Regulator Warns of Crypto Pump-and-Dump, New Regulation to Ban These Schemes
[Sep 30, 2024 1:30 AM] The Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM) has issued a warning about the dangers of pump-and-dump schemes in the cryptocurrency space, as new regulations prepare to target this market manipulation tactic. The upcoming Markets in…
Coinbase Sees Strong Q4 for Bitcoin, Fueled by US Rate Cuts, China Stimulus
Former BitMEX CEO Arthur Hayes Backs Memecoin PEPE With $250,000 Bet
[Sep 29, 2024 10:00 PM] Arthur Hayes, co-founder and former CEO of the cryptocurrency trading platform BitMEX, has recently made headlines with significant investments in the memecoin sector, particularly through his notable purchase of Pepe (PEPE). Hayes’ optimism…
Crypto Trading Volumes Double After Lifting of Ban in Bolivia
[Sep 29, 2024 7:45 PM] According to data from the Central Bank of Bolivia, operations with crypto assets rose in the last three months after the institution lifted a blanket ban on using the banking system for these transactions. Volumes doubled on average, with…
Hashprice Gains Give Bitcoin Miners a Much-Needed Boost After Sluggish Month
[Sep 29, 2024 6:30 PM] Bitcoin miners are finally catching a break after a sluggish September, with hashprice climbing 10.33% in the past 30 days. A solid 8.93% of that bump came within the last four days alone. Hashprice Jumps Nearly 9% in 4 Days: Bitcoin Miners Catch a…
Ethereum Liquid Staking Hits 14M ETH Milestone, Adding 1.77M in 2024
[Sep 29, 2024 3:05 PM] According to recent data, more than 14 million ether (ETH) is now locked in liquid staking derivatives (LSD) protocols. Over the past 12 days, the amount of ETH deposited into these platforms nudged upward by 0.643%, bringing the total to 14.08…
CryptoQuant CEO calls for ‘smart regulation,' community voices doubts
[Sep 29, 2024 1:35 PM] Ju’s push for “smart regulation” in Web3 aims to curb scams, build trust, and ensure responsible growth, sparking community debate.
Polymarket Predicts 61% Chance of 2024 Bitcoin All-Time High, 17% for $100K
[Sep 29, 2024 12:45 PM] With bitcoin trading above $65K, crypto enthusiasts are anticipating big price moves in October. Many still believe BTC will exceed its all-time high before the year ends. On Polymarket, a blockchain-powered predictions platform, the odds currently…
Deep Chainsaw: Milei’s Government Prepares New Measures to Curb Public Spending
[Sep 29, 2024 8:30 AM] Federico Sturzenegger, Argentine President Javier Milei’s Minister of De-Regulation and State Transformation, explained that the administration is preparing to implement new measures to reduce public spending. Calling it “Deep Chainsaw,”…
Former Chinese finance minister urges crypto study after US Bitcoin ETF shift
[Sep 29, 2024 7:24 AM] Lou Jiwei stresses that China must assess cryptocurrency developments, particularly as the US shifts policy on Bitcoin ETFs.
Select Group of Russian Firms Authorized to Use Crypto for Chinese Imports Amid Sanctions
[Sep 29, 2024 2:30 AM] A select group of Russian companies, including electronics producers and financial institutions, has received approval to use cryptocurrencies for Chinese imports under a pilot legal framework. Overseen by Russia’s central bank and the Ministry of…
Cryptoquant CEO Expects Crypto Market to Skyrocket With CZ’s Return — ‘Bullish Vibes Everywhere’
Worldcoin Launches in Guatemala, Poland and Malaysia Introducing Face Auth
[Sep 28, 2024 10:30 PM] Worldcoin has expanded its orb verifications to Guatemala, Poland, and Malaysia amidst a wave of concerns regarding the dangers of artificial intelligence and the difficulty of identifying bots and humans online. The organization also debuted a new…
Bitcoin Eyes a Positive Finish to September, Setting the Stage for ‘Uptober’
Meme Coins Shine: SHIB Climbs 35%, MOODENG Rises to $305M Market Cap
[Sep 28, 2024 5:05 PM] In the past week, meme coins have been on a roll, with shiba inu (SHIB) leading the top five pack, gaining 35.5% against the U.S. dollar over seven days. However, the real standout was MOODENG, the meme token inspired by a baby pygmy hippopotamus…
Bitcoin ETFs Pull in Nearly Half a Billion as Ethereum ETFs Join the Party
[Sep 28, 2024 4:20 PM] On Friday, U.S. spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) continued their upward momentum, raking in a sizable $494.27 million in inflows. Spot ethereum ETFs followed suit, adding $58.65 million to their tally. Bitcoin ETFs Lead the Charge with…
Binance Founder CZ Released From US Custody After Serving 4-Month Sentence
[Sep 28, 2024 12:40 PM] Binance founder and former CEO Changpeng Zhao (CZ) has been released from U.S. custody after serving a four-month sentence for his role in compliance failures at Binance. His sentence followed a plea deal that included a $50 million fine and…
Cryptocurrency Purchases Soar in Brazil: $12.37 Billion Spent YTD
[Sep 28, 2024 9:30 AM] According to data from the Central Bank of Brazil, purchases of cryptocurrency made abroad have soared this year, surpassing the numbers registered in 2023. These purchases, considered imports, have reached $12.37 billion year-to-date, exceeding…
Putin: Russia Examining Digital Currencies for Independent Payments
[Sep 28, 2024 6:30 AM] Vladimir Putin highlighted that Russia is examining the use of national digital currencies to implement an independent and supranational alternative payment system. However, he also outlined the intricacies of building such a platform, given the…
Bitcoin Set For Biggest September Gains In A Decade: Here’s Why
[Sep 28, 2024 6:30 AM] Bitcoin (BTC) looks poised to record its best September in a decade, surging past $65,000. This uncharacteristic price appreciation could be attributed to several key factors. Reasons Behind Bitcoin’s Impressive September Gains Historically…
Grayscale’s Bullish Forecast: The Top 20 Crypto To Watch In Q4
[Sep 28, 2024 5:00 AM] Crypto asset manager Grayscale has published an in-depth report outlining sectors poised for bullish growth in the final quarter of the year amid a notable recovery in the cryptocurrency market, particularly for major players such as Bitcoin (BTC)…
Suze Orman Recommends BTC: ‘Everybody Should Absolutely Have Exposure to Bitcoin’
[Sep 28, 2024 3:30 AM] Suze Orman, a well-known financial advisor, advocates for bitcoin exposure, despite contrasting views from other prominent investors like Dave Ramsey and Warren Buffett. She underscores the potential gains for those who can manage its volatility…
FBI Seizes $6M in Crypto From Southeast Asian Scammers
[Sep 28, 2024 1:30 AM] U.S. authorities have seized over $6 million worth of cryptocurrency linked to a fraudulent investment scheme organized by Southeast Asian criminals. Targeting U.S. individuals, the criminals manipulated victims through fake cryptocurrency…
Bybit Expands in CIS Region With Kazakhstan License for Crypto Services
[Sep 28, 2024 12:30 AM] Crypto exchange Bybit has secured a major license in Kazakhstan, marking its expansion in the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) region. With its new regulatory approval, Bybit plans to offer a broad range of services including digital asset…
Crypto Platform CEO Arrested for Allegedly Paying Deputies in Extortion Scheme
[Sep 27, 2024 11:30 PM] Crypto platform Zort’s CEO has been arrested on multiple charges. Allegations against Iza include paying large sums to Los Angeles County deputies for illegal activities, such as unlawful searches, extortion schemes, and even a failed…
Hamster Kombat Outlines Gaming-Focused Post-Airdrop Roadmap
Adorable Baby Hippo Inspires Moo Deng Token — Soars 1,398% in a Week
[Sep 27, 2024 7:20 PM] According to recent data, the Solana-powered meme token moo deng (MOODENG) has jumped 98% in the past 24 hours and shot up a stunning 1,398% over the last week. With this massive boost, the meme token has claimed the top spot as the day’s…