18 Jan 2025

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Get comprehensive coverage of the cryptocurrency industry with our news selection. Whether you’re a seasoned investor or just a novice crypto enthusiast, The Coinomist has the news and insights you need to stay informed. From Bitcoin to DeFi, we’ve got you covered.

Swiss devs to enhance Bitcoin privacy with ZKP!

Swiss devs to enhance Bitcoin privacy with ZKP!

Swiss developers have introduced zero-knowledge proofs (ZKPs) to the Bitcoin network, providing users with enhanced privacy benefits. With ZKPs, users can validate transactions privately and securely, without revealing transaction details.

28 Mar 2023
Before suing Binance, know your crypto regulator first!

Before suing Binance, know your crypto regulator first!

Ripple’s CTO, David Schwartz, suggests that the SEC and CFTC should engage in a fair dispute to determine who really is the regulator of the crypto sector.

28 Mar 2023
FTX Boss Gets New Toys: Sam’s Bail Conditions Get a Makeover

FTX Boss Gets New Toys: Sam’s Bail Conditions Get a Makeover

Well, FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried and U.S. prosecutors finally agreed on updated bail conditions. Sam gets a new phone – but no internet, and a limited laptop with access to only approved websites.

28 Mar 2023
HK Regulators: Crypto-Banker Speed Dating

HK Regulators: Crypto-Banker Speed Dating

Hong Kong’s regulators are playing matchmaker by setting up a round-table on April 28 for crypto firms and bankers. The goal? Help Hong Kong become a hub for virtual assets while overcoming those pesky banking hurdles.

28 Mar 2023
Does the UK Government Abandon its Plans for NFTs?

Does the UK Government Abandon its Plans for NFTs?

The UK Treasury has scrapped its plans to launch an NFT project that aimed to establish the nation as a hub for cryptocurrency innovation.

28 Mar 2023
CZ’s Response to CFTC Lawsuit

CZ’s Response to CFTC Lawsuit

Main points:

28 Mar 2023
Do Kwon will at first serve time in Montenegro

Do Kwon will at first serve time in Montenegro

Former head of Terraform Labs, Do Kwon, must face punishment according to Montenegro’s laws before he is extradited to South Korea or the United States.

27 Mar 2023
Polygon launches zkEVM on Ethereum blockchain

Polygon launches zkEVM on Ethereum blockchain

The Polygon zkEVM network has been developed for a year with the goal of providing faster and cheaper transactions while maintaining the same level of security as Ethereum.

27 Mar 2023
Ross Ulbricht celebrates another year on earth (and in prison)

Ross Ulbricht celebrates another year on earth (and in prison)

Today marks the 39th year since the ingenious founder of the infamous Silk Road darknet marketplace graced planet Earth with his presence.

27 Mar 2023
One more tattooed millionaire joins our market

One more tattooed millionaire joins our market

Crypto YouTuber Ben Armstrong, also known as BitBoy Crypto, pledged to get a Shiba Inu token tattoo if he ends up in court due to a $1 billion class-action lawsuit for promoting FTX.

27 Mar 2023
Keet is set to undergo a major update — exciting changes ahead!

Keet is set to undergo a major update — exciting changes ahead!

Paolo Ardoino (CTO of Tether and Bitfinex, as well as co-founder of Holepunch) announced a major update for Keet, scheduled for the end of May.

27 Mar 2023
Kokomo Finance Exit Scam: $4M Vanishes in DeFi Disaster

Kokomo Finance Exit Scam: $4M Vanishes in DeFi Disaster

Kokomo Finance, a DeFi project on Binance Smart Chain, vanished with $4M in investors’ funds in a suspected exit scam. The project’s website and social media accounts have been deleted, and the KOKOMO token has plummeted in value.

27 Mar 2023
Gucci teams up with Bored Ape Yacht Club for NFT fashion line

Gucci teams up with Bored Ape Yacht Club for NFT fashion line

Gucci, the iconic Italian luxury fashion brand, has announced an exciting collaboration with Yuga Labs, the creative minds behind the wildly popular Bored Ape Yacht Club NFT collection.

27 Mar 2023
Report a Fake Wallet and Earn a Reward

Report a Fake Wallet and Earn a Reward

A Ukrainian startup called HAPI Labs, which specializes in developing cybersecurity tools for DeFi, has launched a project called Scamfari OSINT. It collects and analyzes information from open sources to identify cryptocurrency wallets associated with fraud, terrorist financing, or sanctions violations.

26 Mar 2023
ChatGPT clients’ personal data leaked online

ChatGPT clients’ personal data leaked online

The leading corporation in the field of artificial intelligence development has just announced that the payment information of some users may have been exposed during ChatGPT’s shutdown last week.

26 Mar 2023
Crypto Exchanges Ditch Fiat Gateways

Crypto Exchanges Ditch Fiat Gateways

Crypto exchanges stop fiat deposits due to bank/payment provider issues. Some also halt USD & fiat transactions as payment gateways are disabled. Let’s take a closer look at this trend.

25 Mar 2023
Arbitrum Discord Channel Hacked, Fraudsters Promote Bogus Airdrop

Arbitrum Discord Channel Hacked, Fraudsters Promote Bogus Airdrop

On March 25, 2023, an anonymous trader and MEV enthusiast, @j_copperthwaite, exposed a fake airdrop announcement on Arbitrum’s Discord channel.

25 Mar 2023
HashKey Group and SlowMist Join Forces in Strategic Partnership

HashKey Group and SlowMist Join Forces in Strategic Partnership

HashKey Group, the Asian crypto giant that offers a full range of financial services in the digital asset sector, and the leading blockchain security company SlowMist, are partners!

24 Mar 2023
Ethereum Foundation offers $500,000 for Shapella bug discovery

Ethereum Foundation offers $500,000 for Shapella bug discovery

On the eve of the Shapella update, the Ethereum Foundation doubled the maximum reward for discovering vulnerabilities to $500,000. The new bounty fund was announced at the Ethereum Foundation developers’ meeting, which took place today.

24 Mar 2023
Justin Sun engaged in self-reflection

Justin Sun engaged in self-reflection

In a recent Twitter thread, Tron DAO founder has dismissed rumors that his exchange is committed to margin trading.

24 Mar 2023
Tether has enough reserves to support USDT

Tether has enough reserves to support USDT

The company anticipates that its Q1 2023 profits will reach $700 million, with its total excess reserves amounting to $1.66 billion. These reserves will be used to further capitalize the stablecoin.

24 Mar 2023
Binance finds a way: helping users circumvent Сhinese bans

Binance finds a way: helping users circumvent Сhinese bans

Cryptocurrencies are officially banned in China. However, Binance customers are successfully circumventing these restrictions with attentive support the of the (wise Xi) exchange’s staff.

24 Mar 2023
Promin Aerospace sending NFTs into space in support of Ukraine

Promin Aerospace sending NFTs into space in support of Ukraine

The space startup’s collaboration with the META HISTORY project will immortalize the truth about Russia’s war against Ukraine.

23 Mar 2023
The US Congress advises encouraging Bitcoin mining

The US Congress advises encouraging Bitcoin mining

A bill presented by Republican Pete Sessions proposes to use Proof-of-Work technology to boost economic development and meet the country’s energy goals.

23 Mar 2023
CertiK Accuses Harvest Keeper of $1M Cryptocurrency Theft?

CertiK Accuses Harvest Keeper of $1M Cryptocurrency Theft?

A crypto scam called Harvest Keeper just robbed more people of their money.

23 Mar 2023

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Who Is Crypto Kaleo: A Market Analyst with 700,000 Followers

Who Is Crypto Kaleo: A Market Analyst with 700,000 Followers

Crypto Kaleo is a renowned crypto trader and one of the most followed influencers in the industry. Active since 2017, he has built a strong presence on X, TradingView, and other platforms, sharing technical analysis, market predictions, and insightful commentary on the crypto space.

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Zora Network Reviewed: A Testnet Guide

Zora Network Reviewed: A Testnet Guide

Are sky-high Ethereum fees getting you down? The folks at Zora have come up with an alternative, introducing their Layer 2 solution with lower transaction fees. This article will walk you through how to get involved with the project and earn some rewards.