$2.2 Billion Lost: Crypto Hacks Stolen Funds Surge 21% In 2024 – Report

This year, crypto hacks increased in the total value stolen and the number of attacks compared to last year. According to a recent report, the industry lost over $2 billion in the past 12 months, with over half of the funds allegedly being stolen by North Korean hackers. дальше »

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Crypto Controversy: Jail Awaits Former South Korean Politician – Details

A member of the South Korean national legislature could possibly face imprisonment for allegedly misdeclaring his cryptocurrency holdings. Related Reading: Metaplanet Turns To Bitcoin With Massive 4. дальше »

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Craig Wright Receives Suspended Jail Sentence for Contempt of Court

Wright's suit for intellectual property rights related to bitcoin violated a court order imposed after his claim to be bitcoin inventor Satoshi Nakamoto was ruled to be false. дальше »

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COPA Vs. Wright Saga Continues: Self-Proclaimed Bitcoin Inventor Skips Contempt Case Hearing

Online reports revealed Craig Wright skipped his UK court hearing today due to an alleged lack of resources to travel. The Australian computer scientist is facing a contempt of court case over his lawsuit against Bitcoin Core developers and could receive a prison sentence if the claim is proved. дальше »

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SEC To Approve XRP And Solana Joint ETF? Analyst Says Yes

Analysts from Bloomberg have a positive outlook that a score of cryptocurrency-based exchange-traded funds or ETF would get approval from the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) in 2025. Related Reading: Bitcoin Soars Past $106,000 For A New ATH — What’s Driving The Frenzy? Crypto investors might have a lot of options next year when […] дальше »

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Bitcoin Soars Past $106,000 For A New ATH — What’s Driving The Frenzy?

Optimism regarding a potential strategic reserve fund proposed by President-elect Donald Trump has propelled Bitcoin to surpass $106,000 for the first time. Related Reading: $36 Trillion Question: Can Bitcoin Really Save The US? Peter Schiff Thinks Not Since Trump won the election on November 5, 2024, the cryptocurrency had an amazing rise of over 50%, […] дальше »

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Trump Crypto Venture Snaps Up $250,000 In ONDO Tokens

World Liberty Financial (WLFI), the decentralized finance (DeFi) platform funded by Donald Trump and his family, has made news for its recent acquisition of ONDO tokens. According to Arkham Intelligence’s on-chain statistics, on December 16, 2024, WLFI purchased 134,216 ONDO tokens via the Cow Protocol for about $250,000 USDC. дальше »

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Solana Investors Double Down: New Long-Term Holders Signal Confidence In 2024 Rally Continuation

Solana’s investor base is demonstrating unwavering confidence as the network sees a shift in the profile of its long-term holders. According to on-chain data from Glassnode, many more Solana addresses are moving into the long-term holder base, which showcases strong conviction from investors who entered the market during the recent 2024 rally. Related Reading: Expert […] дальше »

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$36 Trillion Question: Can Bitcoin Really Save The US? Peter Schiff Thinks Not

A renowned economist disagrees with Bitcoin supporters who claim that cryptocurrency could someday solve the national debt of the United States. Related Reading: Energy Crisis In Iran — Is Bitcoin Mining To Blame? Economist Peter Schiff expressed his skepticism on the bold declaration of what he called “Bitcoin pumpers” that 1 million BTC can settle […] дальше »

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Bitcoin CME Options Data Signals Big Move Ahead – Details

Bitcoin has experienced a calm weekend, maintaining its momentum above the $100,000 mark after breaking this milestone on Wednesday and setting new highs. The crypto market is buzzing with anticipation as BTC consolidates near its historic levels, with traders and investors eagerly awaiting its next move. дальше »

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Riot Platforms bolsters Bitcoin reserves with $510 million purchase

Riot Platforms, a leading Bitcoin mining company, has acquired 5,113 BTC for $510 million. According to a Dec. 13 post on the social media platform X (formerly Twitter), the company said the Bitcoin was bought at an average price of $99,669 per BTC, including fees and related expenses. дальше »

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Economist And Crypto Critic Reveals How Bitcoin Could ‘Destroy’ The Dollar

A financial commentator warned that Bitcoin could potentially weaken the US dollar if the government would intervene in the cryptocurrency. Economist Peter Schiff believes that if the American government decided to adopt the firstborn crypto, it would have an adverse effect on the greenback by inflating the money supply. дальше »

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Market Expert: Not Long On XRP? You’re ‘Disrespecting’ Yourself

Analysts continue to believe in the potential price surge of XRP, predicting that it is still feasible that the crypto will hit the $3 mark. Related Reading: No Sweat! Dogecoin Will Hit $5 ‘Very Easy’ In 2025 – Analyst A market observer even claimed that XRP is on track for a massive price rally in the ongoing digital asset bull market as many cryptocurrencies are hitting all-time highs due to the positive outlook on the industry. дальше »

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Bitcoin Hits $100K – And Mt. Gox Makes A $2.4 Billion Power Play

Finally, Bitcoin has barreled past the $100,000 threshold, a level predicted by many crypto analysts in the last few months. Related Reading: ‘Bitcoin Jesus’ Roger Ver Slams US Overreach Amid Indictment Battle – Details A longtime inactive cryptocurrency exchange rode on the BTC price surge and transferred more than 24,000 coins to a new wallet. […] дальше »

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Altcoin Searches Hit All-Time High As Bitcoin Breaks $100k Barrier

Bitcoin continues its dramatic price surge after incoming US President Donald Trump made a few crypto-friendly picks for his next cabinet. Related Reading: Hackers Wanted! Crypto.com Puts Its Security To A $2 Million Test Bitcoin Breaks Past $100K Hours after announcing that he’ll likely nominate Paul Atkins for the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) post […] дальше »

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Hackers Wanted! Crypto.com Puts Its Security To A $2 Million Test

Singapore-based Crypto.com is offering $2 million to anyone who can find and report vulnerabilities as a sign of its confidence in its modern and updated security system. The bounty program is the biggest yet for the website and HackerOne, offering an open scope, fast payment, and fully compliant with platform standards. Related Reading: Binance And […] дальше »

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Bitcoin Mining Could Solve Wind Energy Waste In The UK

Bitcoin mining could be a win-win solution to countries like the United Kingdom that are having problems with their excess output from renewable energy. The executive of a US-based digital asset technology firm suggested that Bitcoin mining could be the best way to eliminate wastage and grid congestion on renewable energy. Related Reading: Binance And […] дальше »

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Celsius Founder Alexander Mashinsky Pleads Guilty To $4.7 Billion Fraud Charges

Alexander Mashinsky, the former CEO of the now-bankrupt cryptocurrency lender Celsius, has pleaded guilty to two counts of fraud, facing a potential maximum sentence of 30 years in prison.  This development comes in the wake of multiple charges filed by the US Department of Justice (DOJ), which originally accused him of seven counts related to […] дальше »

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Bitcoin HODLer Balance Drops 9.8%: How It Compares With Previous Cycles

Data shows the Bitcoin HODLer balance has registered a drop of around 9.8% this bull run. Here’s how this figure looked for previous cycles. Bitcoin HODLers Have Seen Their Holdings Go Down Recently According to data from the market intelligence platform IntoTheBlock, the Bitcoin long-term holders have gradually been decreasing their total balance recently. Related […] дальше »

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Cambodia crackdown locks out 16 crypto exchanges

Cambodia has intensified its digital assets regulatory measures. It has placed a ban on 16 popular cryptocurrency exchange platforms. Cambodia has reportedly blocked websites of 16 crypto exchanges amid regulatory efforts to combat potential crypto related crime. дальше »

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Bitcoin And Ether ETFs Set Record $7.6 Billion Inflows Amid Trump’s Crypto Push

Analysts said that two of the biggest cryptocurrencies in the world are riding on the waves of positive sentiments as the exchange-traded funds of Bitcoin and Ethereum reached record highs. The pro-cryptocurrency stance of US President-elect Donald Trump continues to fuel the positive outlook, propelling BTC and ETH to attain unprecedented levels. Related Reading: Operation […] дальше »

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$300M Bitcoin Hack Forces Japanese Crypto Exchange to Cease Operations—Details

Japanese cryptocurrency exchange DMM Bitcoin announced its decision to shut down operations following a severe security breach in May that resulted in more than $300 million in losses. The latest report states that the exchange has agreed to transfer its assets to SBI VC Trade, the crypto division of Japan’s financial conglomerate SBI Group. Related […] дальше »

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SEC Sues Touzi Capital Over $115 Million Securities Fraud – Details

The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has filed a lawsuit against Touzi Capital LLC, a crypto mining company, and its managing member Eng Taing over multiple securities law violations. The US securities regulator claims the defendants allegedly deceived investors and misappropriated funds to the tune of $115 million. дальше »

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Bitcoin Sets Record In Weekly Realized Profits – Data Supports Strong Demand

Bitcoin has entered a consolidation phase just below the $100,000 level, following an impressive rally that saw the price hitting all-time highs nearly every day for almost three weeks. While the market has quieted down recently, Bitcoin’s bullish momentum remains strong, and many analysts believe the pause is merely temporary before another upward push. Related […] дальше »

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$575-M Unlocks Threaten Altcoin Rally: Why You Should Monitor Cardano’s ADA, Solana’s JTO

Certain big names in the altcoin market are gearing up for an influx of tokens as a wave of token unlocks is approaching. According to data provided by Tokenomist, a notable number of major altcoin projects are set to experience a surge in circulating supply during the first week of December. Related Reading: Hold XRP […] дальше »

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Crypto Goes Luxury: Printemps Becomes Europe’s First Major Retailer To Join The Trend

Crypto is coming to Europe’s popular luxury retail stores. According to reports, Printemps, a popular chain of luxury brands, will start accepting cryptocurrencies for payments. Related Reading: Shiba Inu Christmas Countdown: What Big News Is Coming For The Holidays? The luxury store operator has partnered with Binance Pay and Lyzi to offer its customers an […] дальше »

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Dogecoin Price To $3 And XRP Price To $5? Analyst Says It’s ‘A Matter Of Time’

The cryptocurrency market is no stranger to bullish predictions, particularly given the current positive market sentiment. According to a crypto market participant who goes by the name Scofield (@Crypto_Scofield) on social media platform X, there are a few altcoins with bullish potential in the coming weeks and month. дальше »

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$10,420,069 for DOGE Domain: Is It Worth It?

While not related to Dogecoin, this DOGE domain still worth fortune дальше »

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Solana’s Pump.Fun Under Fire: Users Ask For Shutdown Over Livestream Chaos

Solana-based memecoin launchpad Pump.fun is in the middle of a storm after a wave of users misusing its Livestream feature to pump their tokens became viral. The recent harmful behavior comes amid the cycle’s memecoin frenzy, which has seen numerous community members use deceitful tactics to profit from the sector’s popularity. Related Reading: Shiba Inu […] дальше »

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Axie Infinity Creator Cuts 21% of Staff Despite Year of ‘Valuable Growth'

Sky Mavis has laid off 21% of its workforce

The web3 firm said the decision was not related to its finances.

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Bitcoin Out, Gold In: Senator’s Bold Proposal To Replenish US Reserves

US Senator Cynthia Lummis of Wyoming is doubling down on her efforts to legitimize Bitcoin and possibly add this digital asset to the country’s reserves. Related Reading: Ripple CEO Reacts To Trump’s Billionaire Treasury Secretary Nominee In a November 21st interview, Lummis suggested that the US Federal Reserve sell some of its gold reserves to […] дальше »

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NBA Goes Crypto: LA Clippers Partner With Coinbase In Major Deal

Cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase has revealed that it has struck a sponsorship agreement with a basketball team starting this National Basketball Association (NBA) season. Related Reading: Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong Finds Ally In Cardano’s Hoskinson For Crypto Czar Bid The deal only shows that the intricate worlds of cryptocurrency and professional sports are becoming more intertwined […] дальше »

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$1.75 Billion Gone? South Korean Crypto Platform Delio Files For Bankruptcy

A cryptocurrency platform based in South Korea has gone into bankruptcy as declared by a local court after its customers can no longer withdraw their virtual funds worth $1.75 billion. Related Reading: Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong Finds Ally In Cardano’s Hoskinson For Crypto Czar Bid The unfortunate circumstances faced by Delio serve as a reminder […] дальше »

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Court Says No: SEC Loses Battle Over Crypto Broker Regulation

In recent months, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) under Gary Gensler has been under fire over its “regulation-by-enforcement” policy, and many are looking for clarity in crypto rules. Related Reading: Japanese Crypto Entrepreneur Sparks Controversy: ‘Yen Is Backed By Hostages’ Today, the crypto industry moved a few steps into clarity when a Texan federal […] дальше »

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Cboe set to launch first cash-settled options related to spot Bitcoin

Cboe to launch SEC-regulated cash-settled Bitcoin options on December 2, enabling flexible exposure to spot Bitcoin ETFs. The post Cboe set to launch first cash-settled options related to spot Bitcoin appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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A $6.2 Million Banana! Crypto Pioneer Justin Sun’s Bold Acquisition Leaves Critics Split

The founder of a notable cryptocurrency platform surprised everyone after making an unexpected purchase of a bizarre piece of “art.” Related Reading: Bitcoin For Balance Sheets: Video Company’s Bold Move Sends Stock Soaring Crypto entrepreneur Justin Sun is now in possession of the controversial banana duct-taped to a wall artwork which some analysts suggest might […] дальше »

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Astrals NFT Lawsuit Ends With $11 Million Deal From Shaquille O’Neal

NBA Hall of Famer Shaquille O’Neal has given his nod to an $11 million settlement over the failed Astrals NFT project. Related Reading: Social Media Breach Hits Giggle Academy, Binance Founder Reacts O’Neal and his Astral NFTs co-creators were the respondents in a class suit filed last May 23, 2024. The plaintiffs argued that the […] дальше »

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Bitcoin Boom: Financial Research Firm Analyst Explains Why BTC Rally Could Keep Going

A financial research company analyst expects Bitcoin to continue its price surge until year-end as it rides on bullish technical indicators and increasing market demand. In a CNBC interview uploaded via YouTube, Fundstrat’s Tom Lee shared his thoughts on Bitcoin’s continuing dominance in the context of incoming US President Donald Trump’s convincing election. Related Reading: […] дальше »

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AI tokens gained $13b thanks to the US election hype

Crypto assets related to artificial intelligence and big data platforms recorded impressive gains over the past two weeks. AI tokens’ market cap increased by $13.2 billion since Nov. 5, reaching $42 billion, according to data provided by CoinMarketCap. While the… дальше »

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Russia to impose 15% tax on Bitcoin mining profits under new draft bill

Russia is advancing its regulatory framework for cryptocurrency mining with a proposed amendment to its Bitcoin mining legislation. An Interfax report states, that the draft, introduced by the Ministry of Finance, establishes new tax guidelines for income and expenses related to crypto mining and infrastructure operations. дальше »

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‘Evil’ And ‘Sociopathic Ambition’: Gary Gensler Blamed For Torching Crypto And Jobs

Gemini’s Tyler Winklevoss joins the growing chorus of crypto personalities calling out Chairman Gary Gensler of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Related Reading: Bitcoin At $120K? Trading Firm Links Trump’s Reserve Plan To Bold Prediction In a Twitter/X post, the Gemini co-founder lashed out at the agency’s chief, calling him “evil.” In the same […] дальше »

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Coincheck Makes History As 1st Japanese Crypto Exchange To Debut On Nasdaq

Coincheck, a company headquartered in Tokyo, is expected to become the first cryptocurrency exchange in Japan to list its shares on a US stock exchange. Related Reading: Dogecoin Explodes 113% After Trump Announced Key Admin Role For Elon Musk The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has approved Coincheck’s listing on the Nasdaq, which is […] дальше »

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Italy’s Crypto Tax U-Turn: New 28% Rate Signals A Fresh Start

Crypto watchers and investors in Italy have received encouraging news: Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni’s government is considering a watered-down tax hike. From the initial proposal of 46%, which was announced last second week of October, the Italian government is currently re-evaluating the plan to limit the increase “to just 28%”. Related Reading: No! Judge Rejects […] дальше »

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Department of Government Efficiency Tokens rally after Trump appoints Musk as head

Tokens related to the Department of Government Efficiency soared as United States President Donald Trump officially announced that Tesla CEO Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy would lead the newly created department. дальше »

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Japanese crypto exchange Bitbank launches crypto investment firm

Japanese crypto exchange Bitbank has formed its own global investment subsidiary, Bitbank Ventures. The firm will take on projects related to crypto and blockchain technology. According to Bitbank’s press release, Bitbank Ventures will focus on new and rising blockchain projects,… дальше »

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Ethereum Could Be Set To Explore New Highs As On-Chain Metrics Light Up

On-chain data shows metrics related to network activity have spiked for Ethereum recently, something that could pave way for a further rally. Ethereum Transaction Volume & Whale Transfer Count Have Spiked Recently According to data from the on-chain analytics firm Santiment, Ethereum has seen an uplift in two activity-related metrics. дальше »

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Former Pimco and Milennium executives start a crypto advisory business

Former executives from two major investment firms, Pimco and Millennium, have teamed up to launch a digital asset consultancy, x2B. The firm aims to provide guidance on token launches, fundraising, and related matters. According to a Bloomberg report on Nov.… дальше »

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Crypto Mixer Jailed For 12.5 Years After $400M Money Laundering Conviction

The founder of a crypto mixing platform will end up in a US prison cell and will call it home for 12. 5 years after a federal court ruled that the crypto firm owner was guilty of money laundering. Related Reading: The $12. дальше »

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FTX Ramps Up Legal Actions With 20 Lawsuits Targeting Political Donations and Fraud

The FTX lawsuits address claims related to political donations, fraud, and market manipulation, including a high-profile case against Nawaaz Mohammad Meerun. The post FTX Ramps Up Legal Actions With 20 Lawsuits Targeting Political Donations and Fraud appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »

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Caroline Ellison reports to federal prison to start sentence

Caroline Ellison, the former chief executive officer of Alameda Research, has begun her two-year prison sentence following her conviction related to the FTX crypto exchange collapse. Ellison, who reached a plea deal with U.S. prosecutors and served as the star… дальше »

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