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SEC Drops Investigation Against Uniswap Labs

SEC Drops Investigation Against Uniswap Labs

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has officially closed its multi-year investigation into Uniswap Labs, signaling a major win for the cryptocurrency industry.

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10 Surprising Places You Can Spend Your Crypto Today

10 Surprising Places You Can Spend Your Crypto Today

Think crypto is just for investing? Think again. Whether you want to sip coffee, shop for groceries, or even book a getaway, your Bitcoin and Ethereum are now welcome in more places than you’d expect. Here are ten spots where your digital coins can go to work.

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Bitcoin Is Down, But Are There Any Sellers Left?

Bitcoin Is Down, But Are There Any Sellers Left?

Andre Dragosch, Head of Research at Bitwise Europe, notes that Bitcoin’s blockchain data points to a sharp decline in selling pressure after the latest market dip.

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Bitcoin ETFs Face Historic Sell-Off—$938M Pulled in a Day

Bitcoin ETFs Face Historic Sell-Off—$938M Pulled in a Day

CoinGlass data confirms the largest-ever single-day outflow from Bitcoin ETFs, with $938 million in investor withdrawals shaking the market.

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How Musicians Are Turning NFTs Into Millions

How Musicians Are Turning NFTs Into Millions

Music NFTs are revolutionizing the music industry, empowering artists to protect copyrights and maximize income. Discover how tokenized albums and exclusive fan experiences enable musicians to profit from their creativity on the blockchain—and how you can do the same.

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Sam Bankman-Fried Breaks Silence on X

Sam Bankman-Fried Breaks Silence on X

Prison walls aren’t stopping Sam Bankman-Fried (SBF) from posting. The FTX founder took to X with an unexpected 10-post thread about government layoffs, leaving many scratching their heads.

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Is the U.S. Cutting Off Stablecoin Issuers from Treasury Bonds?

Is the U.S. Cutting Off Stablecoin Issuers from Treasury Bonds?

Framework Ventures’ co-founder Vance Spencer believes that a new crypto law in Washington, D.C. is likely to block international stablecoin issuers from purchasing U.S. Treasury bonds.

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Metaplanet Buys 135 BTC—Right Before Bitcoin’s Price Plunge

Metaplanet Buys 135 BTC—Right Before Bitcoin’s Price Plunge

Metaplanet purchased 135 BTC for $96,000 each—just before Bitcoin tumbled below $90,000. Was this strategic foresight or an expensive miscalculation?

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Pectra Update Stumbles—What’s Next for Ethereum’s Testnet?

Pectra Update Stumbles—What’s Next for Ethereum’s Testnet?

The Pectra upgrade was activated on the Holesky testnet on February 24, but unexpected transaction finalization issues now cast doubt on its effectiveness.

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Bybit Covers ETH Gap After $1.4 Billion Hack

Bybit Covers ETH Gap After $1.4 Billion Hack

Bybit closed its ETH gap after one of the most significant hacks in cryptocurrency history, taking a crucial step to regain user trust.

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BTC Crashes Below $88K—But Kraken Traders Are Buying Big

BTC Crashes Below $88K—But Kraken Traders Are Buying Big

Fresh data from Kraken shows a strong buying trend among BTC futures traders as Bitcoin tumbled below $88,000.

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Bitcoin Crashes Below $87K—What’s Triggering the Crypto Market Sell-Off?

Bitcoin Crashes Below $87K—What’s Triggering the Crypto Market Sell-Off?

Another sharp decline has shaken the crypto market. On February 25, Bitcoin fell below $87,000, Ethereum dipped under $2,400, and Solana dropped beneath $140. Is this just short-term volatility or a sign of a deeper downturn?

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From Bitcoin to Birkin—Luxury Brands Go Crypto

From Bitcoin to Birkin—Luxury Brands Go Crypto

As the digital economy expands, luxury brands are taking a closer look at cryptocurrency as a new frontier for premium transactions. With demand for alternative payment solutions rising, crypto may soon become a staple in high-end retail.

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The Crypto Elite’s Obsession with Private Islands

The Crypto Elite’s Obsession with Private Islands

A home is a sanctuary, but owning a private island means ruling your own kingdom. While buying an island may seem like an exclusive luxury, a small piece of oceanfront land can be purchased for as little as $50,000. However, the world’s wealthiest are willing to spend millions to transform these islands into personal paradises.

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The Weirdest Things People Have Tokenized on the Blockchain

The Weirdest Things People Have Tokenized on the Blockchain

NFTs are puzzling. Some see them as the future of digital art, while others view them as overpriced, peculiar images. But occasionally, the world of NFTs takes a turn for the absurd. Let’s explore five of the most bizarre tokens in blockchain history. Yes, people really pay serious money for the strangest digital collectibles.

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Ye (Kanye West) and Crypto Chaos—What’s Behind Swasticoin?

Ye (Kanye West) and Crypto Chaos—What’s Behind Swasticoin?

The crypto world is buzzing after Ye’s latest social media posts. On Saturday, the rapper-turned-entrepreneur made waves by claiming he’s launching Swasticoin, a meme token that has already sparked heated debate. What’s really going on?

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10x Research: The Bitcoin ETF Market—56% Is Arbitrage

10x Research: The Bitcoin ETF Market—56% Is Arbitrage

10x Research’s Markus Thielen reports that just 44% of U.S. spot Bitcoin ETF purchases are for long-term investment, raising questions about institutional strategies.

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Bankman-Fried Seeks GOP Ties Amid Clemency Talks

Bankman-Fried Seeks GOP Ties Amid Clemency Talks

Former FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried recently gave an interview that stirred controversy, even from behind bars, where he is serving a 25-year sentence for massive crypto fraud.

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Crypto Arbitrage Explained: Is It Worth the Investment?

Crypto Arbitrage Explained: Is It Worth the Investment?

In the rapidly evolving world of cryptocurrency, one term you’re likely to encounter is staking. For crypto enthusiasts and investors, staking offers an opportunity.

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Bybit Replenishes ETH Reserves After Hack, Ethereum Prices Surge

Bybit Replenishes ETH Reserves After Hack, Ethereum Prices Surge

After suffering a massive hack with losses estimated at $1.46 billion—the largest in crypto history—Bybit is now actively restoring its ETH balance. This recovery effort is believed to be contributing to the recent rise in Ethereum prices.

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Bybit Reserves Cover Liabilities Despite $4.3B Withdrawals

Bybit Reserves Cover Liabilities Despite $4.3B Withdrawals

After the largest hack in its history, Bybit users withdrew over $4.3 billion within days. Despite this, the exchange’s reserves continue to exceed its liabilities.

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NFTs Aren’t Securities? SEC Withdraws in the OpenSea Case

NFTs Aren’t Securities? SEC Withdraws in the OpenSea Case

The U.S. SEC has terminated its investigation into the OpenSea NFT marketplace.

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Bybit at the Center of the Largest Crypto Hack Ever – Losses Near $1.5 Billion

Bybit at the Center of the Largest Crypto Hack Ever – Losses Near $1.5 Billion

On 21 February 2025, the crypto exchange Bybit became the target of the biggest hack in history, with estimated losses reaching approximately $1.46 billion—a figure that far exceeds the $611 million Poly Network breach of 2021.

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Pi Token Crashes After Its Grand Debut

Pi Token Crashes After Its Grand Debut

Following its mainnet debut, the Pi Token issued by Pi Network experienced a significant decline exceeding 60%, in conjunction with fraud allegations from the CEO of crypto exchange Bybit, prompting an extensive industry review.

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What Is Staking in Crypto? 

What Is Staking in Crypto? 

In the rapidly evolving world of cryptocurrency, one term you’re likely to encounter is staking. For crypto enthusiasts and investors, staking offers an opportunity.

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