Fugitive foreigner sentenced in the U.S. to 20 years for $73 million crypto scam

A U.S. judge sentenced Daren Li to 20 years for a $73 million crypto fraud. The scam used Cambodia-based compounds to target victims via social media and dating apps.

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Crypto Scam: Matcha Meta Suffers $16.8 Million SwapNet Exploit

DEX aggregator Matcha Meta was a victim of a crypto scam with an estimated loss of around $16. 8 million in digital assets. The attacker has allegedly swapped the tokens. The post Crypto Scam: Matcha Meta Suffers $16.

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Ethereum Hit Harder Than Bitcoin as $952 Million Exits Crypto Funds—Here’s Why

Digital asset investment products recorded their first weekly outflows in four weeks, shedding $952 million last week. The negative crypto fund flows come as delays to the US Clarity Act reignited regulatory uncertainty and weighed on institutional sentiment.

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Robinhood Q3 Crypto Revenue Surges to $268 Million

Robinhood reported Q3 crypto revenue of $268 million, total net revenue of $1.27 billion, and growth in funded accounts to 26.8 million, supported by crypto, options, and equities trading. The post Robinhood Q3 Crypto Revenue Surges to $268 Million appeared first on BeInCrypto.

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Panic Pullback? Macro Shifts Trigger $812 Million Crypto Outflows

Crypto markets faced a sharp reversal last week as $812 million exited investment products, according to CoinShares. Bitcoin and Ethereum bore the brunt of the outflows, while Solana and XRP managed gains.

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Crypto VC Funding: AlloyX Limited dominates with $350m deal

Crypto VC funding surged past $700 million last week, driven by a $350 million deal and a wave of AI- and infrastructure-focused projects.

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Crypto VC funding: Satsuma bags $135m, QCEX raises $112m

Crypto funding rebounded during the week of July 20–26, with over $1 billion raised across 17 projects—marking one of the strongest weeks for fundraising this year. Infrastructure and AI-focused platforms dominated, with Satsuma’s $135 million raise and QCEX’s $112 million…

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Russia’s crypto exchange Garantex moves millions despite stablecoin ban, blockchain data shows

Sanctioned crypto exchange Garantex might have lost $26 million in frozen Tether, but another $15 million in crypto is still moving, or at least quietly sitting. Weeks after the United States led a high-profile freeze of $26 million in Tether…

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MEXC Partners with TON for Groundbreaking $1 Million Crypto Event

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Trump’s SEC Chair Candidate Paul Atkins Holds $6 Million in Crypto and FTX Ties

As Paul Atkins faces Senate confirmation for SEC Chair, his $6 million in indirect crypto investments raise concerns about potential conflicts of interest, especially with his ties to industry lobbying.

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Crypto Bloodbath Getting Worse with $423 Million Liquidated in Hours

More than $423 million worth of crypto has been wiped out in mere hours

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Coinbase and a16z lead $78 million Fairshake fund to shape 2026 midterm elections

Fairshake, a nonpartisan super PAC focused on crypto interests in US politics, has successfully raised $78 million to support candidates who advocate for American blockchain and crypto innovation, according to a Nov.

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Tether Scrutiny and Middle East Tensions Trigger $380 Million Crypto Liquidations

A controversial report on Tether’s alleged involvement in illegal activities has fueled concerns across the crypto market, causing $380 million in daily liquidations. The post Tether Scrutiny and Middle East Tensions Trigger $380 Million Crypto Liquidations appeared first on BeInCrypto.

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US government-linked address likely exploited for over $20 million in crypto

A hacker may have stolen over $20 million worth of crypto, including stablecoins and Ethereum (ETH), from a US government-controlled wallet connected to the infamous 2016 Bitfinex hack. The suspicious transfers occurred on Oct.

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Crypto industry wields growing influence in US politics with donations climbing over $190 million

Political donations made by the US crypto industry have surged to record highs after surpassing $190 million as the final stretch of the election cycle approaches, CNBC reported on Oct. 20. This represents a significant increase from previous election cycles, marking nearly a 13-fold jump from the $15 million spent in 2020.

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Over $32 Million Gone As Crypto Robberies Surge Across Europe: Blockchain Investigator

Crypto thefts are hitting new highs, and the latest incident underscores this alarming trend. Recently, hackers stole a staggering $32. 4 million worth of spWETH, a token tied to staked Wrapped Ether.

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Philippines Cracks Down On Crypto Crime: 2 Russians Indicted In $7 Million Heist

The Department of Justice (DOJ) charged two former consultants for Coins.ph, a well-known crypto currency exchange, in an action shocking the Philippine bitcoin community. Russian nationals Vladimir Evgenevich Avdeev and Sergey Yaschuck are accused of launching a carefully thought out hack that led in the loss of an astounding 12.2 million XRP, valued at around […]

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Ex-Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey Says Bitcoin Will Reach $1 Million, Here’s When

Jack Dorsey, the former CEO of X (formerly Twitter) has predicted when Bitcoin will reach $1 million. The tech entrepreneur is a familiar figure in the crypto space and is known to be heavily invested in the flagship crypto.

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Former US Regulator Matthew Homer Launches $5.10 Million Crypto Fund

Matthew Homer, previously a DFS regulator, launched the Department of XYZ crypto fund with $5. 10 million in initial funding, promising startups regulatory guidance. The post Former US Regulator Matthew Homer Launches $5.

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Crypto Liquidations Hit $248 Million as Market Veers into 'Extreme Greed'

Crypto liquidations have seen over $249 million in losses from 90,000 traders

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How a Crypto Whale Purchase of 2.74 Million Chainlink (LINK) Will Impact Prices

Crypto whales have accumulated 2. 74 million Chainlink (LINK) tokens, valued at around $49. 9 million, causing a 44% price surge in 12 days. This could lead to further gains if specific resistance levels are overcome.

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EHOLD Group Acquires Argentinian Crypto Exchange C-Patex

Latin America is currently dominating the world regarding integrating cryptocurrency into daily life. In 2021, the value of the South American crypto market exploded from $68 million to an incredible $650 million, a ten-fold increase.

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Valkyrie Aims to Raise $30 Million; Is Crypto Investment Rout Over?

Crypto asset manager Valkyrie is set to raise $30 million for its venture capital arm, reported TechCrunch. The post Valkyrie Aims to Raise $30 Million; Is Crypto Investment Rout Over? appeared first on BeInCrypto.

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Crypto mixer sanctioned by US Treasury for role in Axie Infinity hack

The crypto mixer is said to have processed $20.5 million out of the $620 million taken by North Korean Lazarus Group hackers.

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Stellar Helps Fintech Firm Raise $145 Million to Expand Crypto Capabilities After Its Partnership with Visa and Circle

Tala lending app has raised $145 million from Stellar to increase the company's crypto offerings and capabilities for the unbanked; the firm is now valued at $800 million

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Gold-Loving Indians’ Crypto Investments Grew 1,900% to $40 Billion in the Past Year

More than 15 million Indians are buying and selling crypto assets, fast catching up with the 23 million cryptocurrency traders in the US and far exceeding 2.3 million in the UK. The post Gold-Loving Indians’ Crypto Investments Grew 1,900% to Billion in the Past Year first appeared on BitcoinExchangeGuide.

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Revolut's Crypto Holdings Mushroom to $700 Million

Revolut was holding $742 million worth of crypto on behalf of its customers at the end of 2020

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4 Strategic Ways Crypto Marketers Can Influence the Crypto World

According to a recent study, the global cryptocurrency market in 2019 was approximately $792. 53 million and is expected to hit about $5,190 million by 2026. Statistically, it’s crystal clear that digital coins are gaining a lot of traction as they continue to grow in value.

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UN Report Points to North Korea Behind the $281 Million Theft from Crypto Exchange Kucoin

Approximately $316.4 million virtual assets have been stolen by the DPRK from 2019 to November 2020. The post UN Report Points to North Korea Behind the 1 Million Theft from Crypto Exchange Kucoin first appeared on BitcoinExchangeGuide.

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Swiss government rejects $103M fund intended for blockchain firms in ‘Crypto Valley’

The Swiss government reportedly rejects the $103 million bailout plea crypto companies sought to alleviate the severe impact of COVID-19. Businesses in Switzerland’s “Crypto Valley” have failed to secure loans worth 100 million Swiss francs (about $103 million), according to local news published Wednesday.

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CoinDCX To Allocate $1.3 Million to Indian Crypto Education

CoinDCX to provide $1.3 million through a pilot program that aims to increase crypto adoption in India

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Crypto Asset Manager Grayscale Set Record with $600 Million in Investments in 2019

Coinspeaker Crypto Asset Manager Grayscale Set Record with $600 Million in Investments in 2019Grayscale has a record-breaking Q4 2019 while garnering $225 million in a single quarter.

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Three Men Arrested for Running Alleged $722 Million Crypto Ponzi Scheme

New Jersey authorities announce the arrest of three founders of alleged $722 million crypto Ponzie Scheme

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‘Crypto Godfather’ Scores Early Win Against AT&T in $224 Million Lawsuit

A crypto investor who suffered a gut-wrenching $24 million loss in a sim swap hack scored an early victory against wireless carrier AT&T when a judge rejected the telecom giant’s request to dismiss the investor’s $224 million lawsuit, a press release published yesterday stated.

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AT&T Fails to Win Dismissal in $24 Million Crypto SIM-Swap Lawsuit

Crypto investor Michael Terpin has won an early victory in his attempt to sue AT&T over a SIM-swapping hack that lost a claimed $24 million.

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Baltimore’s Ransomware Bill Hits $18 Million. Hackers’ Demand? $80,000 in Crypto

By CCN: Total costs from the crypto ransom attack last month on Baltimore’s networks is likely to exceed $18 million. According to Ars Technica, this will include $10 million to fund the full recovery of the IT infrastructure.

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Artificial Intelligence Helps South Korea Police End $18 Million Crypto Ponzi Scheme

The two CEOs of an alleged South Korean crypto Ponzi scheme worth $18.3 million have been caught by police using AI

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QuadrigaCX Granted 45-Day Court Extension to Find $140 Million in Missing Crypto

A Nova Scotia Supreme Court Justice has given defunct cryptocurrency exchange QuadrigaCX a 45-day extension to search for $140 million worth of missing crypto assets. Judge Michael Wood extended the creditor-protection deadline to April 23, which would protect Quadriga from potential lawsuits.

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Crypto Trading Platform Tagomi Nets $12 Million in New Funding Round

Peter Thiel-backed crypto trading platform Tagomi welcomes $12 million in new funding, taking total to $28 million

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$136 Million in Missing Crypto From QuadrigaCX Could be Gone Forever: WSJ

Canada’s largest digital asset exchange QuadrigaCX has claimed to have lost more than $136 million worth of crypto in cold wallets controlled by its CEO Gerald Cotten. In an official affidavit filed with the Nova Scotia Supreme Court by Jennifer Robertson, the widow of Cotten, Robertson claimed Cotten passed away in India with the sole control over user funds.

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QuadrigaCX Exchange’s Lost Crypto Funds of $150 Million Might Be Active Per Reddit Researcher

Some of the $150 million from the “lost” reserves of QuadrigaCX, Canada’s largest crypto exchange company, might be on the move. It was reported that Gerald Cotton, the CEO of the company who passed away, was the sole signatory and executor to the funds.

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Crypto Users Celebrate Victory as BitGrail CEO Is Order to Repay $170 Million of ‘Lost’ Crypto

BitGrail has been the subject of a lot of discussion for their shady dealings within the cryptocurrency industry. Their dishonest actions were reported by TheNextWeb as early as January, when there was speculation that founder Francesco Firano was planning an exit scam.

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Fidelity, Bitmain and More Invest $27 Million in Crypto Trading Platform ErisX

ErisX has closed a $27.5 million Series B funding round to build a regulated crypto spot and futures market.

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IW Capital Survey Shows 3 Million UK Crypto Investors Used Exchange Trading Platform

Few Brits Ask For Advice When Investing In Crypto Via Exchange A recent study found that to date, three million British people have invested in crypto exchanges, but just about five percent of them have received advice from professionals.

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Report: 3 Million Brits Invested in Crypto via Exchanges, Few Sought Advice

According to a new study, about 3 million British investors have put money into crypto through online trading platforms and only 5 percent of them have been advised by professionals. The survey also found that 2.

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Opera Browser Introduces a Built-in Cryptocurrency Wallet

The latest version of the Opera for Android, currently available in a private beta, introduces an easy-to-use and built-in cryptocurrency wallet functionality to the browser. This means that a significant part of Opera’s 322 million user base across all platforms would no longer need to install separate extensions to handle supported crypto payments on mobile […] The post Opera Browser Introduces a Built-in Cryptocurrency Wallet appeared first on Bitcoin News.

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Philippines Regulator Aims to Make $67 Million From Crypto Exchange Licensing

The authority that governs a special economic zone in the Philippines plans to reap $67 million by issuing crypto exchange licenses. 

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The Philippines Wants to Earn $67 Million By Crypto Exchange Licensing

A government authority that governs a special economic zone in the Philippines wants to earn $67 million by issuing crypto exchange licenses. 

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A one year prison term was handed down to a local bitcoins trader

News A Southern Californian Localbitcoins trader has been sentenced to prison for a year for unlicensed money transmitting and money laundering. The trader, Bitcoin Maven, reportedly exchanged between $6 and $9.

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Tech giant investors bust ledger for selling over $1m. wallets in 2017.

Ledger, one of the leading security-focused hardware wallet suppliers, has sold more than one million hardware crypto wallets in 2017, earning a profit of $29 million, the firm said in an interview with Forbes July 9.

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