Changpeng Zhao’s Fortune Equals Georgia’s GDP
CZ’s net worth now stands at $17.3 billion, marking an 82% drop from its peak of $96.9 billion in January 2022. Back then, the Binance CEO was ranked 11th among the world’s richest people.
Sam Bankman-Fried’s Testimony
SBF took the stand as anticipated, but things took an unexpected turn. Judge Kaplan allowed a witness to be questioned without the jury present.
Phishing Scammers Create Fake Blockworks and Etherscan Sites
The fake Blockworks site presents a fabricated ‘BREAKING’ news report, alleging a multimillion-dollar ‘approvals exploit’ on Uniswap.
Is Solana Trying to Poach Talent from Other Chains?
Solana Labs has unveiled an incubator program, aiming to attract startups to leverage its blockchain platform. This initiative is the latest in a series of efforts by Solana to stimulate network growth, complementing other projects like hackathons and an AI accelerator.
Avoiding Legal Challenges: Will SEC Approve Spot Bitcoin ETFs?
In its latest report, American bank JPMorgan has noted that the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) might find itself facing legal challenges from applicants if it decides to deny the approval of spot Bitcoin Exchange Traded Funds (ETF) applications.
Bitmain Unveils Air-Cooled Bitcoin Antminer T21
Bitmain, a leading global Bitcoin ASIC producer, has announced its latest air-cooled BTC miner, the Antminer T21.
Is the Fifth Bull Cycle Upon Us?
As per the latest insights from Matrixport, the crypto market has officially entered its bullish phase, starting June 22, 2023, largely due to expectations of institutional adoption.
UK Legislators Approve Crypto Confiscation Framework
In the United Kingdom, a bill has successfully passed through the legislative chambers, providing law enforcement with the authority to seize and freeze cryptocurrencies associated with criminal activities.
Convert Store Points to USDC: Circle’s New Taiwan Initiative
Circle, the issuer of the USDC stablecoin, is expanding its footprint in Taiwan through a partnership with crypto exchange BitoGroup and convenience store chain FamilyMart.
JPMorgan Processes $1 Billion Daily via JPMorgan Coin
JPMorgan Coin is a stablecoin designed to maintain a 1:1 peg with the U.S. dollar, offering stability and efficiency in transactions.
Firm Offers to Hack Former Ripple CTO’s Wallet
Unciphered, a crypto recovery firm, has extended an offer to unlock a cold wallet containing over 7,000 BTC that Stefan Thomas forgot the password to 12 years ago.
U.S. House of Representatives Gets Next Speaker
Members of the United States House of Representatives have elected Mike Johnson as their next speaker.
Elliptic Disputes Claims of Hamas Receiving Crypto Donations
The blockchain forensic firm has highlighted that a Hamas fundraising campaign raised only $21,000 since the October 7 attack on Israel.
Worldcoin Expands World ID Access in Germany
Building upon the success of their pilot program, the company have decided to extend verifications through December and will be introducing Orbs in new locations in Germany.
Hacken’s Q3 2023 Security Insights Report
Blockchain security auditor’s latest report is aiming to spot the trends in Q3 crypto hacks and evaluate how affected projects approached security.
Sweet Lies vs. Bitter Truth: The AI Dilemma
A recent study by Anthropic AI reveals that artificial intelligence often leans towards providing responses that people want to hear, rather than presenting the unvarnished truth.
Euroclear Launches RWA Tokenization Service
Euroclear, one of the world’s largest securities settlement houses, has launched a digital securities issuance service, settling a €100 million digital World Bank bond.
FTX’s Reboot Update
FTX has initiated discussions with three undisclosed bidders regarding their platform’s relaunch. They are considering three options:
BTC to Hit $59,000 Post Spot ETF Launch, Says Galaxy
Crypto investment firm Galaxy Digital anticipates a 74.1% surge in BTC’s price in the first year after spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) are launched in the United States.
dYdX Gears Up for Mainnet Launch
Decentralized exchange dYdX has officially released its V4 platform code, signifying the completion of its migration to an independent blockchain within the Cosmos ecosystem.
SEC Charges BlackRock, IBTC Back on DTCC
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has charged BlackRock with misrepresenting investments in the entertainment industry.
What’s the Latest with the Investment Titans?
The value of Bitcoin surged to $35,000, catapulting MicroStrategy’s unrealized gains from its investments to an impressive $857 million in under a day.
Crypto Exchange Appoints Turkish State Officials to Key Roles
The Turkish crypto exchange CoinTR announced today that:
Friend.Tech User Ditches Keys for Bitcoin-Based Social App
A high-profile user of Friend.Tech, known as @Vombatus_eth, has sold 176 keys worth $1.5 million, to switch to New Bitcoin City, a Bitcoin-based social app.
Major Banks Complete Stablecoin Transfers on Their Platform
Deutsche Bank and SC Ventures have successfully executed the first stablecoin swaps within the Universal Digital Payments Network (UDPN). This platform was established to facilitate transactions using stablecoins and Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDC).
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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
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.