North Korean hackers stole $1.6b crypto this year

North Korea’s cyber operations hit new heights in 2024, with hackers linked to the regime stealing $1.6 billion in cryptocurrency, according to a report from Chainalysis.  This marks a sharp increase from the $660.5 million stolen in 2023 and underscores… дальше »

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MicroStrategy stock jumps 5% post $1.5B Bitcoin buy - More gains next?

MicroStrategy’s Bitcoin acquisition fueled a stock surge, highlighting its role as a major BTC holder. The company’s Nasdaq 100 inclusion boosted visibility, but risks linked to Bitcoin remThe post MicroStrategy stock jumps 5% post $1. дальше »

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Ethereum Sees Major Institutional Accumulation And Record ETF Inflows

Ethereum ($ETH) is witnessing substantial institutional interest, as significant transactions highlight ongoing accumulation. Nine hours ago, two multisignature wallets linked to the same creator withdrew their first 4,502 $ETH (worth $17. дальше »

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Why Toncoin’s recovery may not be sustainable - Mixed signals emerge

Toncoin’s price rose 3.6% to $6.39, but network activity, including swaps and active addresses, declined. Analysts linked price trends to decentralized exchange engagement. Toncoin [TON] iThe post Why Toncoin’s recovery may not be sustainable - Mixed signals emerge appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »

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VANA token skyrockets more than 2700% after Binance Launchpool announcement

The Nirvana project token, VANA, forms a candlestick, surging as high as 2700% after Binance Launchpool announced it will list a native EVM-compatible L1 blockchain token of the same name. The VANA token linked to a metaverse-centered initiative called the… дальше »

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Donald Trump linked World Liberty Financial purchases $12 million Ethereum, Chainlink, and Aave

World Liberty Financial Initiative (WLFI), a DeFi project backed by US President-elect Donald Trump, has made headlines with a recent $12 million crypto acquisition. On Dec. 12, blockchain analytics firm Lookonchain revealed that WLFI acquired 2,631 ETH for $10 million at $3,801 per token. дальше »

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US Govt Moves 54.9 billion Shiba Inu, But SHIB Could Explode By 130%

A wallet linked to the United States government has transferred over 54 billion Shiba Inu (SHIB) tokens to a newly created wallet. Popular blockchain analytics platform Arkham Intelligence indexed the transaction on December 3. дальше »

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Alex Mashinsky to plead guilty to fraud linked to Celsius bankruptcy

Alex Mashinsky plans to plead guilty in the Celsius fraud case, facing charges of fraud and market manipulation after the firm's bankruptcy. The post Alex Mashinsky to plead guilty to fraud linked to Celsius bankruptcy appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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Coinbase CEO to cut ties with firms that hire officials involved in Biden’s war on crypto

Coinbase CEO, Brian Armstrong vows that the exchange will cut ties with firms that hire people linked to ‘bad deeds’ of the Biden Administration following Milbank’s hiring of ex-SEC official Gurbir Grewal. дальше »

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US government moves nearly 20k BTC worth $1.92b

A wallet linked to the U.S. government has moved nearly $2 billion worth of Bitcoin to a new address, according to blockchain intelligence and on-chain data platform Arkham. Per Akham, the transfer of nearly 20,000 Bitcoin (BTC) happened on Dec.… дальше »

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Fantom (FTM) Price Pumps Amid Ongoing Sonic Labs Developments

Fantom’s transition to Sonic Labs is showing promising signs for token holders. This week, the FTM price pumped of over 20%, which appears to be closely linked to the ongoing developments surrounding Sonic Labs. дальше »

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Ethereum Co-Founder Sends 20,000 ETH To Kraken As Price Hits 5-Month High

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Over half a billion in crypto loot laundered via Tornado Cash in 2024: report

More than 60% of ETH deposits to Tornado Cash in 2024 originated from high-risk sources, including accounts linked to major crypto hacks. According to a Global Ledger report shared with crypto.news, over $552 million in stolen cryptocurrency was laundered via… дальше »

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DeSci project Pump Science exploited following private key leak

Decentralized science platform Pump Science has warned users of fraudulent tokens deployed via its Pump.fun account after its private key was leaked on GitHub. According to a Nov. 27 announcement, the attacker managed to acquire private keys linked to its… дальше »

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Chainalysis: ETH scams linked to Japanese crypto exchanges drop 69% in H1 2024

Illicit crypto inflows from Japanese exchanges have dropped in 2024, with ETH scams recording a 69% decline, data shows. Crypto fraud and scam activity linked to Japanese crypto exchanges dropped significantly in the first half of 2024, according to data… дальше »

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US indicts nine in crypto laundering scheme linked to drug cartels

A major money laundering network powered by cryptocurrencies linked to international drug cartels has been dismantled by United States federal authorities. On Nov. 21, a federal grand jury in the Southern District of Florida indicted nine individuals for conspiracy to… дальше »

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North Korea Linked To 2019 Ethereum Theft Worth $55.7M, Say South Korean Authorities

South Korean authorities have officially identified North Korean hackers as the perpetrators of a major Ethereum heist in 2019, marking a significant breakthrough in the investigation. The stolen cryptocurrency, valued at 58 billion won (approximately $55. дальше »

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US charges five individuals linked to ‘Scattered Spider’ crypto theft

Federal prosecutors have charged five alleged members of “Scattered Spider,” a hacking group accused of targeting companies and individuals in a spree of cyberattacks. According to court documents unsealed Wednesday in California, the defendants allegedly stole sensitive data and at… дальше »

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Grayscale unveils updated covered call ETFs for Bitcoin and Ethereum

Grayscale Investments has updated proposals for its Bitcoin and Ethereum Covered Call ETFs, according to Nov. 18 filings with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The funds aim to generate income through options contracts linked to the firm’s Bitcoin and Ethereum exchange-traded products (ETPs), including the Grayscale Bitcoin Trust (GBTC), its mini Bitcoin trust, […] The post Grayscale unveils updated covered call ETFs for Bitcoin and Ethereum appeared first on CryptoSlate. дальше »

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Bitfinex Securities launches tokenized US Treasury Bills in El Salvador

Bitfinex Securities has launched the first regulated public offering of tokenized U. S. Treasury Bills under El Salvador’s new securities framework.   The offering enables investors to purchase digital tokens linked to short-term U. дальше »

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Bittensor at crucial $488 level: Why TAO can see a price reversal now

TAO showed no signs of recovery as it traded near a critical support level historically linked to price rallies. Multiple technical and market indicators aligned, signaling a strong likelihood The post Bittensor at crucial $488 level: Why TAO can see a price reversal now appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »

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Dogecoin Lawsuit Against Elon Musk Ends as Investors Drop Appeal

Dogecoin investors have dropped their lawsuit against Elon Musk, ending accusations of fraud and insider trading linked to his public statements on the cryptocurrency. The post Dogecoin Lawsuit Against Elon Musk Ends as Investors Drop Appeal appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »

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Irish authorities seize $3.4m in crypto linked to Chinese ‘pig butchering’ scams

Irish authorities have seized over $3.42 million worth of cryptocurrency, believed to be the proceeds of “pig butchering” scams committed by a Chinese syndicate. According to a report from the Irish Independent citing an unnamed source, an investigation led by… дальше »

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Chinese national admits to laundering crypto scam loot via US companies

A Chinese national has pleaded guilty to laundering $73 million linked to crypto scams through multiple shell companies in the United States. According to a Nov. 12 announcement from the Department of Justice, the accused Daren Li, a dual citizen… дальше »

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US bids to seize Bankman-Fried’s crypto allegedly used in China bribes

Prosecutors petitioned a New York federal court to seize crypto they alleged is linked to bribes paid to Chinese officials by Sam Bankman-Fried. дальше »

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FTX sues Crypto.com to recover millions linked to Alameda Research

FTX has filed a lawsuit to recover over $11 million from a Crypto.com account allegedly controlled by its sister company, Alameda Research. The lawsuit, detailed in a court document dated Nov. 8 and obtained by crypto.news, alleges that Alameda opened… дальше »

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Did YouTuber MrBeast Make $23 Million From Crypto Scams? Shocking Allegations Emerge

A YouTube sensation is currently under fire after several on-chain investigators found traces of information that linked the social media influencer to dubious cryptocurrency promotions. These recent allegations against the content creator, MrBeast, again opened the debate on whether influencers should be held accountable when promoting crypto. дальше »

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MrBeast faces allegations of crypto insider trading

MrBeast allegedly made $23 million from insider trading in crypto projects. He reportedly used 50 wallets to promote and dump tokens, misleading investors. Evidence includes a publicly shared Ethereum address linked to $13 million in trades. дальше »

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Thai Immigration authorities crack down on $620K cross-border crypto scam

Thai immigration officials have busted a cross-border cryptocurrency scam that duped a local woman out of over $620,000. According to local news outlet Khaosod, authorities have arrested five individuals linked to the scam, including Cambodian, Myanmar, and Thai nationals who… дальше »

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Silk Road shadow lingers: Crypto exchange charged for money laundering

DOJ charges Maximiliano Pilipis with money laundering linked to Silk Road transactions. Bitcoin remains strong, surpassing $71,000 amid ongoing legal developments. Amidst the persistent shadThe post Silk Road shadow lingers: Crypto exchange charged for money laundering appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »

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AurumXchange owner charged with laundering Silk Road-linked funds

American authorities have indicted the owner of crypto trading platform AurumXchange, alleging he funneled funds linked to the infamous Silk Road marketplace. Maximiliano Pilipis, a 53-year-old Indiana resident, helped facilitate over $30 million between 2009 and 2013, a portion of… дальше »

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Robinhood challenges Polymarket with election-linked contracts for US presidential race

Robinhood is broadening its offerings to attract more users by introducing investment contracts linked to the outcome of the November US Presidential election, according to an Oct. 28 statement. Event-based derivatives trading allows investors to speculate on specific occurrences, such as election outcomes or economic policy announcements, without purchasing related assets. дальше »

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Polkadot Stumbles While CYBRO’s AI Innovation Attracts Attention From XRP and Solana Whales

Polkadot is facing hurdles while CYBRO, an emerging cryptocurrency with innovative AI features, is catching the eye of major investors linked to XRP and Solana. This shift in interest among influential players hints at a possible transformation in the crypto market. дальше »

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Illegal Bitcoin mining costs Malaysian electricity company over $100m

Malaysia’s national electricity provider, Tenaga Nasional Berhad, has reported losses exceeding 440 million ringgit (about $101 million) due to electricity theft linked to illegal Bitcoin mining activities. дальше »

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Binance: Regulatory uncertainty clouds future of new crypto ETFs

Analysts at Binance note that regulatory uncertainty is overshadowing the future of new crypto ETFs, raising concerns about their potential approval and market impact. As regulatory uncertainty looms over new crypto exchange-traded funds linked to assets like Solana (SOL) and… дальше »

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Bitcoin miner from 2010 moves part of 50 BTC stash to active wallet linked to exchanges

For the first time, an anonymous Bitcoin miner from the Satoshi era has moved part of their 50 BTC ($3. 4 million) rewards from block 66,138, mined to ‘1FHft3AFk9. ’ 2. 99 BTC was moved to wallet ‘bc1qlmprk8‘, with the remaining now sitting in a change wallet ‘bc1qmefm8e. дальше »

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Polymarket identifies one trader driving Trump bet activity on platform

Prediction market Polymarket has linked a single French trader to a group of accounts that heavily bet on Donald Trump’s election odds, amid concerns of potential market manipulation. Polymarket has found that one French trader is behind several accounts that… дальше »

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Austria’s largest fraud trial sees five sentenced in connection to $21.6m crypto scam

An Austrian court has sentenced five individuals linked to the EXW-Token scam to prison, in one of the largest cryptocurrency fraud trials in the country’s history. According to a report from local media, the sentencing followed a year-long trial and… дальше »

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Radiant Capital hacker moves $52M worth of crypto funds into Ethereum

Blockchain forensic firm PeckShield discovered wallets belonging to Radiant Capital’s exploiter transferred $52 million funds into the Ethereum network. In an Oct. 24 X post, PeckShield reported that addresses linked to the Radiant Capital hacker moved “nearly all stolen funds”… дальше »

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Chinese OTC trader linked to laundering millions for North Korean hackers

Blockchain investigator ZachXBT has uncovered the identity of a Chinese over-the-counter (OTC) trader accused of aiding the North Korea-affiliated Lazarus Group in laundering stolen crypto. The trader, identified as Yicong Wang, has reportedly helped the group convert tens of millions of dollars in crypto from various hacks into cash through bank transfers since 2022, according […] The post Chinese OTC trader linked to laundering millions for North Korean hackers appeared first on CryptoSlate. дальше »

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Avalanche Foundation introduces Visa crypto spending card

The Avalanche Card is a credit card linked to a “self-custody wallet and unique address per asset.”

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Phishing ad linked to misspelled Soneium uncovered on Google

Scam Sniffer uncovered the ad on Google, directing users to a phishing website The blockchain security company searched for the word ‘someium’ Soneium, a L2 blockchain, went live in August with the aim of boosting Web3 adoption A sponsored Google advert allegedly connected to Sony’s new blockchain project, Soneium, is a crypto wallet drainer. дальше »

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XRP Price Under the Lens: Considering SEC Lawsuit Effects, Is WLTQ a Safer Option?

As the XRP price remains linked to the developments in the SEC lawsuit, attention has turned to Ripple’s rival, WallitIQ (WLTQ), as a potential alternative. дальше »

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Fed's Kashkari Says Almost No One Uses Crypto for Payments

Fed's Kashkari claims that crypto payments are mostly linked to illegal activity дальше »

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Experts say PolitiFi tokens will continue to grow after US elections: 3 coins to watch

With the US Elections approaching, meme coins linked to political figures are gaining traction, prompting interest in PolitiFi tokens like FreeDum Fighters, Doland Tremp, and MAGA. #partnercontent дальше »

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$TURBO Price Drops 11% After Team-Linked Wallet Deposits 810M Tokens To Exchanges

The price of $TURBO experienced a sharp 11% drop in the past three hours following the deposit of 810 million tokens (valued at $9.97 million) to Binance and OKX. This large transfer was made by a wallet linked to the TurboToadToken team, raising suspicions of another major sell-off. This activity […] дальше »

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UK, Colombia crypto exchanges linked in TD Bank record fine

TD Bank facilitated more than $1 billion worth of bank transfers from two international crypto platforms, according to FinCEN.

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Ex-Philippine mayor linked to $30m AAX crypto scam and laundering ring

Disgraced former Philippine mayor Alice Guo has been linked to the defunct Atom Asset Exchange, which laundered and stole millions in customer cryptocurrency assets in 2022.  This connection comes as Guo faces trial for human trafficking and fraud, according to… дальше »

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AI risks financial stability, warns Indian central bank governor

India’s central bank governor has warned of financial risks linked to AI dominance in finance, echoing concerns from global financial authorities. дальше »

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Crypto whale loses $36M in major phishing scam causing DETH depeg

Blockchain security firm Scam Sniffer reported that a crypto whale’s address was drained of 15,079 fwDETH, worth approximately $36 million, in a phishing scam. Data from Arkham Intelligence suggest that the phished address might be linked to the venture firm Continue Capital. дальше »

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