MatterFi integrates wallet into Trrue’s blockchain ecosystem

MatterFi has partnered with layer1 blockchain Trrue to integrate its wallet and custody infrastructure into Trrue’s ecosystem. According to the press release received by crypto.news, AI fintech solutions firm MatterFi has established a strategic partnership with layer1 blockchain Trrue. The… дальше »

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Bitcoin (BTC) Price Could Rise to $102,000 or Dip to $70,000 Following CPI Data Release

The latest Consumer Price Index data is creating both opportunities and risks for Bitcoin investors. January 2025’s inflation figures have exceeded expectations, potentially setting the stage for significant Bitcoin price movements in either direction. дальше »

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Jailed BTC-e operator Vinnik released in US-Russia prisoner swap

US to release jailed BTC-e operator Alexander Vinnik in a prisoner swap with Russia. Vinnik, arrested in 2017, is part of the exchange that saw Russia release jailed US schoolteacher Marc Fogel. Alexander Vinnik, jailed in the US after being convicted on charges of money laundering, is being released as part of a prisoner swap. дальше »

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Crypto crime figure Alexander Vinnik exchanged for detained U.S. teacher

The United States has agreed to release Russian national Alexander Vinnik, a suspected cybercrime figure, as part of a prisoner exchange that secured the freedom of American teacher Marc Fogel.  Vinnik, 44, operated BTC-e, once one of the world’s largest… дальше »

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US to Release Jailed BTC-e Operator Vinnik in Russia Prisoner Swap

Alexander Vinnik previously pled guilty to conspiracy to commit money laundering. дальше »

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Web3 reality show ‘Killer Whales’ returns with $1.5m fund, new judges

Killer Whales, the Web3-focused business reality TV show, is set to launch its second season on March 6, 2025, with episodes streaming on X and Hello TV.  A wider release on Amazon Prime, Apple TV, TUBI, and Google Play will… дальше »

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Polter Finance partners with FailSafe after $8.7m hack

Polter Finance has partnered with blockchain security provider FailSafe to enhance its security system to prevent future exploits. According to a press release sent to crypto.news, Polter Finance’s collaboration with FailSafe will ensure the implementation of real-time threat detection and… дальше »

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Bitcoin poised for major move as CPI data looms

Bitcoin stands poised to breakout from the current consolidation range on looming CPI data. The crypto market is closely watching today’s release of the January consumer price index by the U. S. дальше »

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Bitcoin price struggles near $100K as investors await key CPI figures

Bitcoin (BTC) remains trapped in a tight range between $90,000 and $110,000, struggling to break past key resistance levels as investors wait for fresh inflation data. The upcoming US Consumer Price Index (CPI) release could determine whether Bitcoin finds renewed momentum or remains stuck in its current consolidation phase. дальше »

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Russia’s Zservers sanctioned by US, UK, and Australia for serving crypto ransomware LockBit

Three countries have sanctioned the Russia-based hosting service Zservers for offering services to the notorious cryptocurrency ransomware gang LockBit. A Feb. 11 press release from the U.S. Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control, Australia’s Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade,… дальше »

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Bitcoin's Coinbase Premium Indicator Shows Overseas BTC Buyers Taking the Lead Ahead of CPI Release

BTC buyers over Binance seem to be leading the BTC price action ahead of the CPI release. дальше »

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Tether invests in Zengo Wallet to advance self-custody

Tether has announced a strategic investment in self-custodial crypto wallet Zengo to enhance the security and accessibility of blockchain tools. In a press release shared to crypto.news, Tether (USDT)’s investment aims to help Zengo Wallet further develop its blockchain-based financial… дальше »

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BTC briefly touches $94k amid sentiment-driven dip

BTC fell below $95k as sellers intensified pressure. As well as the sentiment, key events to watch out for this week include tariffs news, Fed chair Jerome Powells testimony and CPI data release. дальше »

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Jailed Tornado Cash Developer Alexey Pertsev To Be Freed Under Supervision

Alexey Pertsev, the developer of the Ethereum-based mixer Tornado Cash, has been granted supervised release after spending many months in a Dutch prison. This decision marks a pivotal moment in the ongoing discourse surrounding privacy tools in the crypto space. дальше »

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Tornado Cash co-founder just got out of prison

Pertsev's release underscores the ongoing clash between privacy tech and regulatory frameworks, impacting crypto innovation and legal standards. The post Tornado Cash co-founder just got out of prison appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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XRP Shorts Getting Wiped out Amid Sudden Price Surge

Major cryptocurrencies have spiked following release of weaker-than-expected non-farm payroll numbers дальше »

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Bybit registers with India’s FIU after settling $1m non-compliance penalty

Cryptocurrency exchange ByBit is set to resume its services in India after registering with the country’s Financial Intelligence Unit. In a press release shared with crypto.news, ByBit said it is now registered with the FIU and compliant with and compliant… дальше »

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Tornado Cash dev Alexey Pertsev granted conditional release after months in custody

The case underscores the tension between regulatory oversight and the autonomy of decentralized technologies, impacting user privacy and developer liability. The post Tornado Cash dev Alexey Pertsev granted conditional release after months in custody appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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Virtune launches new crypto ETPs on Nasdaq Helsinki as Bitcoin Pepe eyes first Bitcoin meme ICO

According to a recent press release, Swedish asset manager Virtune has introduced two new cryptocurrency exchange-traded products (ETPs) on Nasdaq Helsinki, offering Finnish investors a new avenue to engage with digital assets. дальше »

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Two new Virtune crypto ETPs achieve listings on Nasdaq Helsinki

Virtune has introduced two more crypto ETPs on the Nasdaq Helsinki Stock Exchange after its mass listing of five ETPs last January. In a press release, asset management firm Virtune announced the launch of two new crypto exchange-traded products: Virtune… дальше »

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FDIC releases documents related to crypto debanking

The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation has released more than 100 documents related to the highly criticized and controversial “debanking” of crypto companies and individuals. In a press release on Feb. дальше »

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FDIC document dump reveals ‘Chokepoint 2.0’ pressure on crypto banking

The FDIC's document release highlights the tension between innovation and regulation, potentially reshaping future crypto-banking dynamics. The post FDIC document dump reveals ‘Chokepoint 2. дальше »

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Grayscale launches DOGE trust: is an ETF next? 

Grayscale Investments has launched the Grayscale Dogecoin Trust, offering institutional and accredited investors exposure to Dogecoin. The move follows a surge in institutional interest and increasing demand for Dogecoin (DOGE) investment products, according to a Grayscale press release. Dogecoin, initially… дальше »

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Sam Altman Says OpenAI Will Release Better Models As AI Race Thickens

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DeepSeek AI sparks crypto sell-off: What’s next for Bitcoin, Ethereum, and the crypto market?

DeepSeek AI’s release hit crypto markets hard, pulling down tokens across the board. Is this a temporary dip or the beginning of a major market reset? Crypto sinks deeper with DeepSeek AI As of Jan. 27, the total crypto market… дальше »

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Analyst Warns: Bitcoin and Crypto Market Are Crashing Not Only Because of DeepSeek

Following the release of DeepSeek R1 this weekend, the crypto market experienced a sharp decline, with prices dropping around 13% across AI-related tokens. Bitcoin fell to an 11-day low, now trading below $100k, while Near Protocol and ICP saw losses of 11% and 18%, respectively. дальше »

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Atari and DYLI Unveil Limited Edition Blockchain Patch Packs

If you’ve ever experienced the thrill of playing classic Atari games—or if you’re simply curious about how Web3 is redefining collectibles—you’re in for a treat. Atari has teamed up with a new blockchain-powered marketplace called DYLI to release 500 limited-edition physical patch packs, each linked to a redeemable NFT. дальше »

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The release of DeepSeek R1 shatters long-held assumptions about AI

According to the DeepSeek research paper, the project took only $6 million to train but it performs on par with leading AI models. дальше »

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How the Fed’s latest decision could affect crypto markets in 2025

Bitcoin may have kicked off 2025 with a rebound back to $100,000, but since the release of the U. S. Federal Reserve’s December 2024 Federal Open Market Committee meeting on Jan. 8, the BTC/USD exchange rate dropped to as low as $91,220. дальше »

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Trump Daughter Ivanka Slams Fake Crypto Coin Exploiting Her Name

From Trump to Melania, we now have the Ivanka Trump coin. The crypto industry is going full-throttle on Trump mania, but at least one family member isn’t happy with the latest development, particularly the release of the $IVANKA coin. дальше »

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Real estate firm Propy unveils BTC-backed mortgage service

Propy, a real estate tokenization firm, is introducing crypto-backed mortgage services to the real-world assets, aiming to change how people purchase real estate. According to a news release, Propy has announced the first-ever crypto loan that will enable prospective real… дальше »

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Bybit Releases Vision for 2025, Pledges Transparency and User-Focused Innovations

Leading cryptocurrency trading platform Bybit, at a recent livestream event, has disclosed its vision for 2025, according to an official release today. The world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume is set for more growth and ecosystem expansion with plans to deploy a user-centric approach to boost crypto innovation. The event, which was represented by […] дальше »

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Major Crypto Services Firm Admits to Wash Trading as Part of DOJ Settlement—Details

The United States Department of Justice (DoJ) has taken action against CLS Global FZC LLC, a cryptocurrency financial services firm accused of fraudulent trading practices. According to the DoJ in a press release uploaded on January 21, CLS Global has agreed to plead guilty to charges of conspiracy to commit market manipulation and wire fraud. […] дальше »

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'GM Ross': Vitalik Buterin Speaks Out on Silk Road Founder Release

Ross Ulbricht walks free, Vitalik Buterin delivers iconic crypto line as greeting дальше »

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Cardano's Hoskinson Promises Full Support Amid Ross Ulbricht's Release

Ross Ulbricht is coming home, and industry leaders are showing solidarity дальше »

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Ex-Binance Boss CZ Celebrates Ross Ulbricht's Release

Former Binance chief hopes he will soon follow in footsteps of Silk Road founder дальше »

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Solana Thrives With $TRUMP Release While PEPETO Crosses $3.8 Million Presale

Solana grows with the new $TRUMP token, plus PEPETO collects over $3.8 million in its presale. See why PEPETO is a solid investment in today's crypto market. дальше »

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BC.GAME Unveils Wukong Slot and ‘Wukong Gold Legend’ Event with Exclusive Rewards and 1 BTC Prize Pool

BC. GAME, a prominent player in the crypto gaming space, has launched its latest slot game, Wukong, inspired by the legendary Monkey King. This release coincides with the exciting “Wukong Gold Legend” event, where players can earn Wukong Coins by spinning the reels of the Wukong slot. дальше »

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What the release of Trump's memecoin signals for crypto regulations

The Solana-based memecoin surged to a market cap of over $6 billion one day after launching but allegedly violates the US Constitution. дальше »

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Whale Activity Spikes as Bitcoin Reclaims $102,000—What Investors Need To Know

Bitcoin (BTC) has seen a steady price recovery following the recent release of the US Consumer Price Index (CPI) report. It is now trading above $103,000. This marks an 8% gain over the past week, driven by growing interest from large investors and a shift in market dynamics. дальше »

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Coinbase partners with Morpho to introduce Bitcoin-backed loans on Base

Coinbase announced a partnership with money market Morpho on Jan. 16 to offer on-chain USD Coin (USDC) loans backed by Bitcoin (BTC), according to a Jan. 16 release. The service will allow Coinbase users to borrow USDC by pledging Bitcoin as collateral. дальше »

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Aurora Labs launches no-code platform Aurora Cloud Console

Aurora Labs has launched its self-serve zero coding platform Aurora Cloud Console, designed to help developers and businesses to build custom blockchains. The Aurora Labs team announced the launch of the self-serve, no-code platform via a press release shared with… дальше »

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Bitcoin ETFs resume inflows as BTC surge past $100k following US CPI report

Spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds in the United States saw a return to inflows on Jan. 15, as Bitcoin briefly surpassed $100k following the release of U.S. December Consumer Price Index data. According to data from SoSoValue, the 12 spot Bitcoin… дальше »

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US Government To Release Half Its Bitcoin Intended for Trump’s Strategic Reserve

This is bullish for bitcoin. дальше »

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Freename launches .etherlink domain for web3 identity

Freename, a multi-chain web3 namespace platform, has announced the launch of .etherlink, a new top-level domain. The launch follows the ICANN-accredited registrar’s integration with the layer-2 blockchain Etherlink, Freename said in a press release shared with crypto.news on Jan. 15.… дальше »

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Bitcoin edges back towards $100,000 as US inflation data aligns with forecasts at 2.9%

Bitcoin rose from $96,000 to $98,400 following the release of December’s US consumer inflation data and yesterday’s PPI data. The Consumer Price Index (CPI) reported a 0. 4% monthly increase, aligning with forecasts. дальше »

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Bitcoin holds near $96,500 as US PPI data shows slower producer price growth

Bitcoin traded around $96,500 Tuesday following the release of US December Producer Price Index (PPI) data, which indicated a deceleration in producer price growth. The monthly PPI rose 0. 2% in December, below November’s 0. дальше »

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Gryphon Digital acquires $18.7m site in Canada, inks new Bitcoin mining deal

Gryphon Digital Mining received a 850-acre industrial site powered by natural gas in Southern Alberta, Canada from a signed agreement with Captus Energy for $18.7 million. According to Gryphon Digital’s press release, the Bitcoin (BTC) mining firm plans to use… дальше »

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Bitcoin rebounds above $95K after Monday’s plunge: what’s next for crypto market?

The cryptocurrency market is showing signs of resilience after a sharp downturn on Monday, with Bitcoin leading a partial recovery to climb above the $95,000 mark. Bitcoin had previously plummeted to a low of $89,000—its lowest level in 24 days—as traders anxiously awaited the release of the latest US Consumer Price Index (CPI) report. Major […] дальше »

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Sony’s Layer-2 Blockchain 'Soneium' Goes Live

The 78-year-old technology giant is the latest big name company to release a blockchain using Optimism's OP Stack. дальше »

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