Heather Morgan says she was “in complete shock” when she discovered her husband, Ilya Lichtenstein, had hacked the crypto exchange Bitfinex back in 2016. In 2022, Lichtenstein and Morgan – known as the “crypto couple” – were arrested for conspiring to launder $4.5 billion worth of stolen crypto assets from the Bitfinex hack.
A token unintentionally created by blockchain investigator ZachXBT has surged to a market capitalization of $3.4 million.
I don't think Donald Trump actually changed his mind on cryptocurrency much at all since three years ago
Pseudonymous crypto analysts DonAlt and CryptoCred explored Bitcoin's (CRYPTO: BTC) price trends and the impact of Tuesday's presidential election. Bitcoin's Expected Trajectory In the latest ‘Technical Roundup' episode, DonAlt noted Bitcoin's recent surge to close to its all-time high before retreating below $70,000, calling the monthly close "catastrophic" after a key resistance retest.
The partnership between Crypto.com and Ingenico will benefit both merchants and consumers who shop with them.
Binance is prioritizing Thailand as a key market in its mission to reach one billion users, with crypto-friendly regulations seen as a driving factor.
With the crypto market bracing for the US presidential election, many investors are now turning to tokens that could skyrocket this November. They are now the most interested in three crypto currencies: Pepe (PEPE), DTX Exchange (DTX) and Toncoin (TON).
Lawyers representing Binance and former CEO Changpeng “CZ” Zhao have filed a motion to dismiss an amended complaint submitted by the SEC last month in the ongoing legal battle. In a Nov.
Investors are keeping a close eye on how different outcomes in the 2024 U.S. presidential elections could impact the cryptocurrency market. Political shifts can influence regulations, causing notable price changes in cryptocurrencies.
Binance Charity, the philanthropic branch of the global blockchain company Binance, is donating $3 million to the Spanish Red Cross (Cruz Roja Española) to support flood relief efforts in Valencia, Spain, according to the latest information shared with Finbold on Tuesday, November 5.
In a major legal move, Binance and its former CEO, Changpeng "CZ" Zhao, have filed a joint motion to dismiss the SEC's amended lawsuit submitted last month and to strike portions of the SEC's requested relief.
Standard Chartered and Ant International completed SGD-denominated liquidity transfers using Ant's Whale platform. British multinational bank Standard Chartered alongside Ant International has completed SGD-denominated liquidity transfers using Ant International's blockchain-based Whale platform, The Asian Banker has learned.
Binance has requested that the court should dismiss the legal claims from the US SEC over its securities violations.
Bahrain-backed Singapore Gulf Bank has launched digital asset custody and trading services, positioning Bahrain as a hub for digital finance and connecting Asian and Middle Eastern markets. Bahrain Aims to Connect Asian and MENA Markets Bahrain-backed Singapore Gulf Bank has launched digital asset custody and intuitive trading solutions services.
DePin space is trading under the shadows of the memecoins and the AI tokens after the market participants shifted their focus onto the other tokens. Nevertheless, the space is swelling slowly and steadily and is expected to trigger a fine rally in the coming days.
Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) pledged over $23 million to Fairshake and its affiliated political action committees (PACs) for the 2026 midterm elections.
A token unintentionally created by crypto sleuth ZachXBT while trying to archive his investigations onchain has reached a $3.4 million market cap.
TL;DR OpenSea announces a significant overhaul of its platform, set to relaunch in December 2024 as “OpenSea 2.0,” aiming to reclaim its market position amidst declining NFT trading volumes and competition from rivals.
The company has also pursued licensing in the Netherlands, Kazakhstan, and Türkiye.
The FBI has successfully recovered $8 million for victims of the Heartland Tri-State Bank crypto fraud, where CEO Shan Hanes embezzled funds to support a cryptocurrency scheme that led to the bank's collapse. The post FBI Recovers $8M for Victims of Kansas Bank Crypto Fraud appeared first on Cryptonews.
Japanese firm Metaplanet has entered the CoinShares Blockchain Global Equity Index (BLOCK Index) following its strong BTC accumulation strategy.
The filing stated that the SEC's amended complaint lacks “coherent legal basis” to interpret crypto assets as investment contracts.
Kraken has announced the completion of its 2024 Proof of Reserves, an independent verification process conducted by a third-party accountant. This procedure allows clients to confirm that their account balances are fully backed by onchain assets. The latest attestation, which became available on November 1, 2024, covers a total value of over $21.
Top players launch Global Dollar stablecoin network, boosting stablecoin adoption and enhancing cross-platform crypto transactions worldwide.
Today's vote may set the future regulatory tone for crypto in the United States, with industry leaders divided on which administration would better support growth.
The 2024 US election between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump has sparked interest among investors eyeing potentially high-yield cryptocurrencies. With heightened market attention, certain 5 crypto to buy to turn to $100 to $100k could experience significant gains due to increased trading volumes and speculative buying.
The company's stock is the best-performing Japanese equity this year, having gained nearly 840%, according to Investing.com.
John Kelly, his former Chief of Staff, says Trump “fits the definition of a fascist: someone willing to overturn Constitutional norms to meet his goals”.
The crypto market is bracing for a pivotal week marked by the 2024 U.S. Presidential election and the FOMC's interest rate decision, raising expectations for volatility.
A fake BBC report featuring clickbait headlines about Indian billionaire Anant Ambani was making rounds on X, attempting to lure readers into a cryptocurrency scam.
Paxos has launched a new stablecoin called the Global Dollar Network (USDG). This stablecoin results from collaborating with multiple exchanges, including Bullish, Kraken, Robinhood, and other prominent crypto firms.
Binance and CZ's lawyers filed a motion to dismiss the SEC's amended complaint, challenging the regulator's classification of crypto transactions as securities and highlighting inconsistencies in regulatory approach, while maintaining this case's distinction from the resolved DOJ charges.
Tom Lee, managing partner and head of research at Fundstra has shared his positive outlook on the markets heading into 2025, suggesting a rally is likely regardless of the 2024 U.S. election outcome.
The tragic death of a famous internet squirrel Peanut has caused controversy in the United States. Its owner said authorities took the animal away from him and forcibly euthanized it.
Cameron Winklevoss has urged the crypto community to “choose wisely” while voting, in order to save the digital asset industry. The post Cameron Winklevoss Urges Crypto Community to Vote for Trump to Save the Industry appeared first on Cryptonews.
Crypto losses in October resulted from several significant events. Hackers gained access to Radiant Capital, a whale fell for a phishing scam, and the M2 exchange was hacked.
A report analyzes the relationship between crypto and U.S. politics.
A temple in Kyoto, Ryuganji Temple, is offering 1,500 free animated NFTs to promote Japanese Buddhist culture on a global scale. Starting Nov. 1, users can claim free Ryuganji Temple non-fungible tokens from the official website.
In the long running SEC vs Binance legal battle, the latter has filed a motion to dismiss. The submission was done in the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia on November 4. The firm by this legal action has responded to the amended complaint by the SEC.
Cryptocurrency donations have hit $238 million in the 2024 US election, making the industry as a leading sector in Washington politics.
Coinbase Derivatives recently launched a product that offers a more diverse and inclusive market for traders. Last week, the exchange launched futures contracts for Silver (SLR) and Stellar (XLM).
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There are several new candidates who could potentially become the next chair of the SEC.
As the 2024 US presidential election comes down to the wire, the stakes couldn't be higher for the crypto market. Just a few hours are left before the polling starts. This is a peak moment not just for U.S. politics but for the crypto industry as well.
Paxos announced the launch of a Global Dollar Network, partnering with industry giants such as Kraken, Robinhood, Galaxy Digital, Anchorage Digital, Bullish and Nuvei.
The Standard Chartered-backed digital assets custodian Zodia Custody is in talks for a fresh round of capital raise. The institutional-grade digital asset custody solution aims to secure about $50 million to enhance its operational capacity, increase its product offerings, and widen its market reach.
Financial giants Citi and Fidelity International announced the details of their first-of-its-kind proof-of-concept tokenized money market fund.