Justin Sun accuses WLFI of hidden token freeze backdoor

Justin Sun accused WLFI of hiding token freeze controls as the project faced scrutiny over loans, liquidity pressure and price losses. дальше »

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WLFI drops to record low after token-backed loan draws scrutiny

WLFI fell to a record low after wallets tied to the project used 5 billion tokens to borrow $75 million in stablecoins. дальше »

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Ethereum falls after rally as EF sells $8.3M in ETH holdings

Ethereum price moved slightly early Thursday as fresh scrutiny hit with the Ethereum Foundation (EF)’s move to convert a significant portion of its treasury from ETH into stablecoins. While the announcement coincided with the volatile price action that followed the US-Iran ceasefire, the top altcoin’s value pared some of the gains to around the $2,180 level as on-chain data showed EF’s treasury had sold 3,750 ETH for over $8. дальше »

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Inside $170M Iran ceasefire bets: Polymarket faces scrutiny

A surge in betting activity tied to a potential ceasefire between the United States and Iran has drawn intense scrutiny to prediction markets, with more than $170 million flowing through Polymarket in one of the largest geopolitical wagers in the sector’s history. дальше »

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Solana’s Drift Floats Airdrop After $285 Million Hack, Faces Backlash

Solana-based perpetual futures exchange Drift Protocol is facing mounting scrutiny following the catastrophic $285 million exploit it suffered this week. The backlash is being driven by a highly speculative recovery strategy and suspicious post-hack token movements. дальше »

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Kalshi adds ex-Obama aide while lawsuits pile up

Kalshi hired Stephanie Cutter as policy adviser as lawsuits, CFTC disputes, and congressional scrutiny around prediction markets continued. дальше »

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Bithumb delays IPO plans to post-2028 amid regulatory scrutiny

Crypto exchange Bithumb is reportedly delaying plans for its IPO until after 2028, according to local media. Per a report from Maeil Business News Korea citing a Bithumb official, the South Korean crypto exchange is set to “focus on preparing… дальше »

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CFTC signals enforcement action against insider trading in prediction markets

The top enforcement official at the Commodity Futures Trading Commission has issued a direct warning to traders operating in prediction markets, making it clear that insider trading rules will be enforced as scrutiny around the sector intensifies. Speaking at New… дальше »

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SEC faces scrutiny as Justin Sun case dropped ahead of enforcement chief’s exit

Regulatory pressure on the SEC has intensified after its decision to resolve the Justin Sun case came shortly before the departure of its enforcement chief, Margaret Ryan, prompting fresh questions from lawmakers. In a letter to SEC Chair Paul Atkins,… дальше »

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Justin Sun case in spotlight as SEC enforcement chief exits abruptly

Justin Sun case dismissal puts SEC under fresh scrutiny as lawmakers probe internal decisions. дальше »

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Trump-backed American Bitcoin tops 7,000 BTC, sats per share double

ABTC's growth highlights increasing corporate interest in Bitcoin, potentially influencing broader market adoption and regulatory scrutiny. The post Trump-backed American Bitcoin tops 7,000 BTC, sats per share double appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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Crypto Giant Bitmain Faces Scrutiny As US Senator Flags Trump Family Ties

A federal investigation into Chinese hardware maker Bitmain sits unresolved, its outcome unknown to the public. That uncertainty is now drawing fire from Capitol Hill — and putting US President Donald Trump’s family in the middle of it. дальше »

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Elizabeth Warren presses Commerce over Bitmain security review

Elizabeth Warren asked Commerce for Bitmain records as federal scrutiny of mining hardware and national security risks remains under review. дальше »

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Coinbase users push back against prediction markets notifications

While prediction market platforms are under legal scrutiny in the US, many Coinbase users are claiming that the app is pushing them to gamble. дальше »

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NYSE parent ICE completes new $600M investment in Polymarket

ICE completed a new $600 million investment in Polymarket, advancing its $2 billion funding deal as prediction markets face growing scrutiny. дальше »

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Iran Ceasefire Trades Again Spotlight Insider Trading Rules in Prediction Markets

Well-timed trades ahead of a U.S. policy shift have come under scrutiny on Polymarket and highlight differences in how insider trading is handled across markets The post Iran Ceasefire Trades Again Spotlight Insider Trading Rules in Prediction Markets appeared first on DeFi Rate. дальше »

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Tether Engages Big Four Audit In Major Transparency Push

Tether, the issuer of the biggest stablecoin, has signed on a Big Four accounting firm to complete its first independent audit after years of scrutiny. Tether Signs Big Four Firm To Provide Assurance That USDT Is Fully Backed According to a website announcement, Tether has entered a formal engagement with a Big Four audit firm […] дальше »

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New Bipartisan Senate Bill Targets Sports Prediction Markets

The the Prediction Markets Are Gambling Act would ban sports event contracts on CFTC-regulated platforms, highlighting growing scrutiny as lawmakers move to set clearer boundaries for prediction markets The post New Bipartisan Senate Bill Targets Sports Prediction Markets appeared first on DeFi Rate. дальше »

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Worldcoin Faces Scrutiny As Alleged OTC Deal And Whale Movements Stir Market Attention

Fresh on-chain activity around Worldcoin is getting people talking again. This time, it’s not just about price action, it’s about what looks like a large behind-the-scenes deal and a wave of whale movements hitting exchanges almost at the same time. дальше »

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Jane Street resumes Bitcoin trading amid scrutiny over alleged insider activity

Jane Street's resumed Bitcoin trading amid scrutiny highlights ongoing tensions between market manipulation allegations and regulatory oversight. The post Jane Street resumes Bitcoin trading amid scrutiny over alleged insider activity appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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Bitcoin proxy Strategy buys 22,337 Bitcoin for $1.6 billion

Strategy's massive Bitcoin acquisition underscores growing corporate adoption, potentially influencing market dynamics and regulatory scrutiny. The post Bitcoin proxy Strategy buys 22,337 Bitcoin for $1.6 billion appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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BlockFills files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy after suspending withdrawals and deposits

BlockFills' bankruptcy highlights the fragility of crypto platforms amid market volatility, impacting investor confidence and regulatory scrutiny. The post BlockFills files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy after suspending withdrawals and deposits appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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Democratic senators step in as DOJ investigates Binance Iran links

The scrutiny follows reports that billions in crypto may have passed through Binance accounts connected to Iranian backed groups. дальше »

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Binance.US names compliance veteran Stephen Gregory as CEO

Binance’s U. S. affiliate has hired veteran compliance executive Stephen Gregory as CEO to steady the platform under tougher U. S. scrutiny and reboot a regulated growth story. Binance’s U. S. affiliate, Binance. дальше »

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DOJ probes Binance again over Iran-linked crypto flows after $4.3B settlement and CZ pardon

Binance returns to Iran sanctions scrutiny after its $4. 3 billion U. S. plea The Justice Department is reportedly probing Iran’s use of Binance to evade sanctions, pulling the world’s largest crypto exchange back into a national security case less than three years after it pleaded guilty in the U. дальше »

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A new US probe is testing Binance again — and the outcome could reshape crypto

Binance returns to Iran sanctions scrutiny after its $4. 3 billion U. S. plea The Justice Department is reportedly probing Iran’s use of Binance to evade sanctions, pulling the world’s largest crypto exchange back into a national security case less than three years after it pleaded guilty in the U. дальше »

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Binance sues The Wall Street Journal over allegedly false reporting that led to DOJ probe

The lawsuit may intensify scrutiny on crypto exchanges, impacting regulatory approaches and stakeholder trust in the digital currency sector. The post Binance sues The Wall Street Journal over allegedly false reporting that led to DOJ probe appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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Binance back under scrutiny as DOJ probes Iran sanctions evasion claims: Report

The U. S. Department of Justice has launched an investigation into whether Iranian networks used the crypto exchange Binance to evade American sanctions, according to a report by The Wall Street Journal. дальше »

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US lawmakers unveil DEATH BETS Act targeting war prediction bets

Democrats want to restrict prediction markets tied to violent or mortality related events as scrutiny of the sector intensifies. дальше »

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Early Bitcoin Titans Reduce Exposure As $130M BTC Hits Gemini Wallets – Details

Bitcoin is drawing renewed attention after Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss transferred approximately $130 million worth of BTC to Gemini hot wallets over the past week. Movements of this scale from early holders often attract market scrutiny because transfers to exchange-linked wallets can indicate that coins are becoming available for potential sale. Related Reading: BTC Supply […] дальше »

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Court blocks Perplexity from using AI agents to shop on Amazon

The ruling highlights growing legal scrutiny on AI's role in digital commerce, potentially reshaping how AI tools interact with online platforms. The post Court blocks Perplexity from using AI agents to shop on Amazon appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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Bithumb Faces 6-Month Suspension In South Korea Over AML, KYC Violations

The South Korea-based cryptocurrency exchange, Bithumb, is facing significant legal and operational challenges following a major system error in February. This resulted in more than $43 billion worth of Bitcoin (BTC) being distributed to users, prompting scrutiny from regulatory bodies. дальше »

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South Korea’s Bithumb faces six-month partial suspension over AML failures

The suspension highlights the increasing regulatory scrutiny on crypto exchanges, potentially reshaping compliance standards industry-wide. The post South Korea’s Bithumb faces six-month partial suspension over AML failures appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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Binance rejects claims of Iranian exposure in response to US Senate inquiry

Binance's response highlights the increasing regulatory scrutiny on crypto exchanges, emphasizing the need for robust compliance measures. The post Binance rejects claims of Iranian exposure in response to US Senate inquiry appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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xAI fails to block California AI transparency law requiring training data disclosure

California's AI transparency law sets a precedent for increased regulatory scrutiny, potentially reshaping competitive dynamics and investor strategies. The post xAI fails to block California AI transparency law requiring training data disclosure appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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KuCoin tops crypto transparency rankings with A+ PoR score

CryptoQuant's Annual Exchange Leader Report 2025 has named KuCoin the leading centralised exchange for Proof-of-Reserves (PoR) transparency, awarding it a top score of 96. 7 and an A+ rating. The assessment evaluated platforms across public wallet disclosure, user-level balance verification, reporting frequency, third-party attestations and data recency — metrics increasingly vital as regulatory scrutiny intensifies. дальше »

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Polymarket archives nuclear market following backlash over war betting

Offshore prediction market Polymarket has quietly archived a longstanding contract that allowed users to wager on the likelihood of a nuclear weapon detonation within specific timeframes, removing the market from its platform amid mounting public and political scrutiny. Polymarket’s nuclear… дальше »

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MiCA Reality: EU Countries Set to Lead CASP Licensing in the New Era

Key Takeaways: Although MiCA has raised both costs and the compliance bar, credible entry routes remain open for firms prepared to meet heightened scrutiny and operate across Europe. Bulgaria, Lithuania, The post MiCA Reality: EU Countries Set to Lead CASP Licensing in the New Era appeared first on CryptoNinjas. дальше »

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South Korea To Review Seized Crypto Custody Practices After Recovery Phase Leak Incident

South Korean financial authorities have pledged to revise their crypto custody practices following public scrutiny over multiple incidents that led to the loss of nearly $30 million in seized digital assets over the past few months. дальше »

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Curve Finance Investigates sDOLA LlamaLend Attack As Oracle Design And Collateral Mechanics Come Under Scrutiny

Curve Finance is conducting a detailed investigation into a recent exploit affecting the sDOLA markets on its LlamaLend platform, an incident that has sparked fresh debate around oracle design, vault collateral mechanics, and the complexities of DeFi lending systems. дальше »

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Charles Myers: Geopolitical risk lacks discernible patterns, US safe haven status is under scrutiny, and the bond market serves as a critical guardrail | Unchained

Geopolitical tensions could reshape the future of stablecoins and the US dollar's dominance. The post Charles Myers: Geopolitical risk lacks discernible patterns, US safe haven status is under scrutiny, and the bond market serves as a critical guardrail | Unchained appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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Senators target death-linked markets on Kalshi, Polymarket after Iran

Polymarket and Kalshi face backlash as Iran strike, Khamenei death bets trigger insider trading and ethical scrutiny. Prediction market platforms Kalshi and Polymarket are facing increased scrutiny over contracts tied to U. дальше »

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South Korea to review crypto seizure practices after security lapses

South Korea’s finance minister has pledged reforms to strengthen how government agencies manage seized cryptocurrency, following a digital asset information leak involving the National Tax Service. Seized Bitcoin under scrutiny as South Korea tightens digital asset controls In a statement… дальше »

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BlockDAG Price Prediction Collapses Under Scrutiny as Bitcoin Falls 47% From ATH, Pepeto Targets 250x and Toncoin Fights for Recovery

Bitcoin is now down 47% from its all time high and trading near $63,700, with Polymarket giving just 3% odds of BTC reaching $150,000 by June. CoinDesk called this a “structural regime shift” as the market posts its fifth straight monthly loss. дальше »

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XRP At Risk As Gigantic Whale Activity Shakes Up Market

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U.S. Senators Urge Federal Probe Into Binance Over Alleged Sanctions And Compliance Failures

A new wave of regulatory scrutiny is building around Binance as a bipartisan group of U. S. lawmakers pushes for a federal investigation into the exchange’s compliance practices. Eleven senators have formally asked the U. дальше »

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Senate Democrats Lead Inquiry Into Binance: Warren Heads Effort With Letter To DOJ

Cryptocurrency exchange Binance is once again facing mounting scrutiny in Washington, as lawmakers question whether the company is living up to the terms of its 2023 settlement with US authorities — an agreement that ultimately led to the resignation of its founder and former CEO, Changpeng Zhao (CZ). дальше »

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Polymarket Axiom Investigation: How Insider-Linked Wallets Captured Over $1.2M In Profits

A fresh wave of scrutiny has hit prediction markets after an investigation into the ZachXBT insider probe event revealed striking profit patterns on Polymarket. Data shows that more than 3,630 unique wallet addresses participated in betting on the “Axiom” market, with a surprisingly high 56. дальше »

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Jane Street Faces New Lawsuit: Trump Media Calls For Federal Investigation

Jane Street, one of the world’s largest market-making firms, has come under growing scrutiny as a series of allegations have surfaced linking the company to major disruptions in the crypto market.   The firm is already facing a federal lawsuit tied to the collapse of Terraform Labs, and now new claims circulating on social media suggest that Trump Media has accused Jane Street and other trading firms of “naked short selling” in a letter to Congress. дальше »

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Insider bet? Wallet linked to Axiom user profits after ZachXBT names exchange

A prediction market bet placed ahead of a high-profile crypto investigation has drawn scrutiny after on-chain analysts linked the winning account to an active user of Axiom Exchange, the platform lateThe post Insider bet? Wallet linked to Axiom user profits after ZachXBT names exchange appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »

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