Follow Aaron on Nostr or X. An X post by Anita Posch warning about the risks of governments and institutions buying up large amounts of bitcoin went viral this week— even if just because of the trollish community note that appeared underneath it. I think the main concern here is that these big holders could influence the Bitcoin […]

… cryptocurrency into their accounts, which were then placed in a wallet controlled by the defendants. Cybersecurity. Rydox also charged registered …

On December 12, 2024, the Dogecoin network was exploited when an “ethical” hacker uncovered a critical flaw. This exploit brought down a staggering 69% of the network’s active nodes, sparking serious questions about the security of decentralized systems and the risks that come with publicly accessible nodes. The Exploit and Its Execution Andreas Kohl, co-founder […]

The promising engineer from a wealthy Baltimore family was charged with the brazen, broad daylight murder of health insurance executive Brian Thompson. Alleged Killer Becomes Memecoin Darling Valedictorian-turned-villain Luigi Mangione, who has been accused of an assassin-style execution of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson last week in New York City, has become the face of […]

Asset management giant BlackRock is reportedly promoting Bitcoin (BTC) as a part of a balanced portfolio. According to a new report by Bloomberg, BlackRock – which has over $10 trillion in assets under its management – released a new research paper saying that a 2% allocation of the top crypto asset by market cap in […]

New data from market intelligence firm Glassnode reveals that decentralized oracle network Chainlink (LINK) is gaining on-chain momentum as its price rises. In a new thread on the social media platform X, Glassnode says that LINK’s fundamentals are improving along with its active address momentum and rising price tag. “While LINK’s price surge was clearly […]

Imagine scrolling through your crypto portfolio a week from now and seeing numbers you didn’t think were possible. You decided to act when others hesitated, jumping into the hottest meme coins of the week. Now, your portfolio is thriving while others are left wondering how they missed the boat. This week’s meme coin market is […]

Pantera Capital Dan Morehead remains bullish on Bitcoin in 2025

Bitcoin has returned back above the $100,000 mark as on-chain data shows capital continues to flow into the asset at a rapid rate. Bitcoin Realized Cap Has Crossed The $768 Billion Milestone In a new post on X, CryptoQuant founder and CEO Ki Young Ju has discussed about the latest trend in the Realized Cap […]

Decentralized identity systems leverage blockchain technology to establish a secure, user-centric framework for managing identities.

Global crypto exchange Kraken has been fined AU $8 million by Australian regulators. The fines are related to Kraken’s margin extension product, offered without the required Target Market Determination (TMD). ASIC’s allegations include significant financial losses for Kraken’s customers and serious regulatory breaches. Despite the ruling, Australian regulators are focusing on updating financial regulations to […]

ASIC’s Digital Assets Lead, Rhys Bollen, has likened cryptocurrency to prison cigarettes, sparking concern in the Aussie industry that the agency is planning an overly broad approach to regulation. Industry figures fear ASIC’s approach may further hamper innovation in the Aussie crypto industry and drive businesses overseas to seek friendlier regulatory regimes. Have you heard […]

The cryptocurrency market is witnessing a significant correction in Cardano (ADA) prices, with the token experiencing a sharp decline to $0.9, representing a 24% decrease in the past 24 hours. This downturn comes after an impressive 216% surge in November, raising questions about the sustainability of ADA’s recent rally. Why Is Cardano Price Down Today? […]

TL;DR Babylon Chain has surpassed $3.7 billion in Bitcoin deposits, reaching a total of 36,100 BTC from nearly 88,000 unique users. In just 48 hours, the platform recorded deposits of over $1.2 billion, with a marked increase in the number of unique depositors, from 48,000 to 62,000. The success of Babylon Chain is also due […]

Scottsdale police say Nuruhussein Hussein would ask to use a passenger's unlocked phone to transfer cryptocurrency. Author: Ashley Gardner.

A US bank regulator says it’s shutting down a “legal loophole” that’s costing customers $5 billion in fees per year. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) says a new rule will force large banks to either limit overdraft fees to $5, align them to actual costs and losses, or treat overdraft loans like other credit […]

The two founders behind a leading blockchain data firm are diving into what has fueled Bitcoin’s (BTC) most recent venture past $100,000. According to Glassnode co-founders Jan Happel and Yann Allemann, inflation data sparked this week’s BTC rally to over $100,000. “With inflation data meeting expectations, Bitcoin has surged back above $100,000! Next steps: Flip […]

Seizing Russia’s frozen assets risks catastrophic fallout, including collapsing trust in global financial systems, destabilizing the euro, and sparking severe retaliatory measures. Confiscating Russia’s Assets Could Backfire Catastrophically, Euroclear Cautions EU Euroclear Ltd., the Belgian clearinghouse responsible for holding the bulk of Russia’s frozen central bank assets, has raised significant concerns about the risks and […]

Even though cryptocurrency market stays active, some assets are in trouble

XRP price started a fresh increase above the $2.40 resistance zone. The price is now consolidating gains and might aim for a move above the $2.450 resistance zone. XRP price started a fresh increase above the $2.35 zone. The price is now trading above $2.350 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There is a short-term […]

Ethereum still has the crown for total developer activity, topping the charts across every continent around the world.

As crypto enthusiasts continue to explore the wild opportunities within the crypto space, new projects are popping up almost daily, promising not just laughs but also potential profits. With the market showing signs of recovery and an increasing number of investors eager to jump on the meme coin bandwagon, now is the perfect time to […]

Bitcoin recently retraced to $94,220, raising concerns in the market. Profit-taking and potential effects from quantum computing have been cited as key factors. As Bitcoin settles at around $97K, discussions increase about whether it will surpass $100,000 by year-end or face further barriers this December. Google has introduced a new chip, “Willow,” claiming it can […]

Bitcoin Cash (BCH) pioneer and early crypto adopter Roger Ver claims the US government was attempting to subvert Bitcoin (BTC) as far back as 2011. Ver says in a new interview with Tucker Carlson that Bitcointalk.org, an early BTC forum, was flooded with bots the same week Bitcoin started to get worldwide media attention for […]

Top US crypto exchange Coinbase has added support for three additional digital assets, including memecoin Gigachad (GIGA). Solana (SOL)-based GIGA, a crypto asset inspired by the photo shoot of Russian bodybuilder Ernest Khalimov, is up more than 39% from its $0.04911 low on Tuesday, the day it was listed on Coinbase. GIGA is trading for […]

Some in the crypto community fear that Satoshi Nakamoto’s Bitcoin stash might be in danger due to Google’s new quantum computing chip, Willow. Despite concerns, analysts believe Google’s 105 qubit processing power isn’t enough to threaten Bitcoin’s SHA-256 and ECSDA algorithms. Bitcoin’s creator, Satoshi, left instructions to re-write the hash function if quantum computing ever […]

So, can investors write off the loss on their tax return? The position of the IRS is that cryptocurrency-related losses are treated like a capital …

TL;DR BlackRock recommends a 2% Bitcoin allocation limit to maintain a balance between risk and reward in investment portfolios. The firm acknowledges Bitcoin’s growth potential and its value as a hedge against inflation but warns about market volatility and regulatory uncertainty. Limiting Bitcoin exposure allows investors to capitalize on its growth potential without disproportionately affecting […]

TL;DR Chainlink surpassed $29 for the first time in 37 months, although it is currently at $28 after a brief retracement. Whales and institutional investors have accumulated more than 5.6 million tokens in two months, driving the price and open interest in futures to a record $770.27 million. If it surpasses $29.50, it could rise […]

Ripple’s legal chief criticized SEC Commissioner Caroline Crenshaw as “more rogue than Gensler,” accusing her of defying court rulings. SEC Commissioner Caroline Crenshaw Faces Growing Opposition From Crypto Industry Ripple’s chief legal officer, Stuart Alderoty, took to social media platform X on Wednesday to comment on the renomination of U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) […]

Bitcoin has long been a focal point of interest for investors due to its cyclical nature, transitioning between periods of bullish and bearish trends. As of now, Bitcoin is reportedly within a bull market phase, according to a CryptoQuant analyst known as datascope. This phase, termed the “Orange Zone,” indicates that upward momentum is prevailing, […]

Trump’s new pick to chair the Securities and Exchange Commission is a win for the crypto industry, but the desired changes may be slow to come into play.