The Blum team has officially announced plans to launch Season 2 of its airdrop, advising its community to stay alert for updates.

Over-the-counter (OTC) trading volumes in the crypto market have experienced a significant uptick, attributed in part to the recent election results and rising prices.

In a heartwarming demonstration of the crypto community's power and compassion, a Solana-based memecoin named MIRA coin has exploded. The coin was created in response to a heartfelt plea by Siqi Chen, a father seeking support for his four-year-old daughter, Mira, who is battling a rare brain tumour known as Adamantinomatous Craniopharyngioma.

The crypto market has lost over 3% of its total market cap in the last 24 hours. Bitcoin and Ethereum are among the big names slipping in value. Most cryptocurrencies are in the red. But not Gate Token. While others are slowing down, GT is making bold moves, hitting a new all-time high.

Hong Kong's proposed Stablecoins Bill has moved forward in the Legislative Council, signaling progress toward a structured regulatory framework for stablecoins in the region.

Younger consumers give as much importance to fun, identity, and emotional connection as functionalities.

Vitalik Buterin, Ethereum co-creator and frontman, has responded to a tweet by @KhaokheowZoo, which thanked the Russian-Canadian crypto billionaire for sending a large donation to the Wildlife Sponsorship Program to help the zoo.

Crypto had quite a rollercoaster of a year, and the market saw a seismic shift in sentiment. What was once a fringe interest, dismissed by mainstream financial experts and government regulators, is now a central topic in investment circles and Washington, D.C.

Celebrities swarmed to crypto this year, launching their own meme coins to varying degrees of success. Where does the “celeb meta” go from here?

Draper Associates-backed CUDIS has partnered with UCLA Athletics for a year-long collaboration to promote web3 smart rings among students and athletes.

Former FTX executive Ryan Salame, initially sentenced to 7.5 years for his role in FTX's fraud, is now set for release on March 1, 2031.

FTX exec Ryan Salame's prison sentence has been shortened by over a year, with his new release date set for March 2031.

Crypto execs are confident that it won't be easy to enforce Brazil's self-custodial stablecoin ban, with many examples proving that further decentralization is inevitable.

Managing crypto investments on the go is now effortless for digital nomads, thanks to non-custodial wallets that offer security, flexibility, and 24/7 access from anywhere in the world.

Blockchain technology has made massive strides in innovation, value, adoption, and regulation over the past decade, beating every other industry in most categories to become the fastest-growing industry in the world.

The Botswana Financial Stability Council's October 2024 report said the virtual assets market and cyber risks from fintech currently pose minimal threats to financial stability.

French authorities are grappling with an alarming rise in crypto scams, which contribute to an estimated €500 million in annual losses.

In a heartwarming story, four-year-old Mira, who is battling a rare brain tumor, saw the crypto community unite to launch a memecoin in her honor. The token's market value soared to over $80 million just five hours after its launch. on 9/23, mira was diagnosed with a rare brain tumor called a craniopharyngioma.

South Korea has imposed sanctions on North Korean crypto hackers and IT workers to prevent the country from funding its weapon programs through cybercrime. South Korea's sanctions South Korea imposed sanctions on North Korea due to crypto hackers and IT workers.

South Korea has sanctioned many individuals for their involvement in crypto theft and support of North Korea's military activities.

The Block reached out to key crypto players in Asia for their insights on this year's major crypto developments across the region.

Gate (GT), the native token of the GateChain, the public blockchain of the Gate.io exchange, has become the top-performing altcoin in the last 24 hours. The cryptocurrency reached this milestone after the Gate token price climbed by 10% and surpassed the $15 mark.

Hawala networks and crypto transactions have emerged as part of a complex money laundering plot that the income tax authorities in Jaipur have uncovered.

The meme coin cumulative market cap waned by 11.79% this month. But those who've been riding the crypto rollercoaster for years know to buy the dip.

How does Turkey's approach differ from other powerhouses?

The SEC remained public enemy No.1 for the US crypto industry, ramping up its enforcement efforts in 2024. The regulatory agency issued record-breaking penalties to crypto companies throughout the year.

A sophisticated phishing campaign has been uncovered, targeting users of the Pudgy Penguins NFT project through malicious Google Ads. The attack uses advanced mechanisms to exploit vulnerabilities in Web3 wallets and ad networks, exposing unsuspecting users to significant risks.

The Bank of Russia has approved a new rule that will allow banks to block operations with digital rubles for days if they appear to be linked to fraud.

Starting February 25, 2025, Turkey is tightening its grip on cryptocurrency transactions. The new crypto regulations are designed to combat money laundering and terrorism financing.

Crypto suffered a lot due to regulatory overreach in the US while the scene changed after Trump's win. The crypto industry has gone up since then to $1 Trillion. The recent US elections have brought unexpected financial showdowns for prominent crypto leaders and firms.

South Korea imposed sanctions on 15 North Korean hackers accused of stealing $1.34 billion in crypto during 2024, targeting funds linked to Pyongyangs weapons projects. North Korean Hackers Dominate 2024 Crypto Thefts Over half of the cryptocurrency spaces value stolen in 2024 was attributed to North Korean hackers, who are now being sought by governments worldwide.

U.S . lawmakers will get another chance to pass crypto bills as momentum might be on the industry's side in the new year.

The sanctioned agents were allegedly generating funds for North Korea's nuclear weapon development program in Pyongyang.

On Christmas Day, Siqi Chen, a tech CEO and father, turned to social media with a heartfelt plea to raise funds for research into a rare and dangerous brain tumor afflicting his daughter, Mira.

Crypto.com has obtained a trust company charter. This enables custody services for institutions and high-net-worth clients in the U.S. and Canada.

Despite the substantial liquidations, the crypto market showed signs of recovery. Bitcoin, which had dipped below $95,000 earlier in the week, rebounded to hover around $98,337.

The funds will be used to improve zoo operations and create a special exhibition for the famous hippopotamus known as, Moo Deng. Buterin wrote a poignant letter to the director of Khao Kheow Open Zoo, expressing his enthusiasm for the zoo's dedication to education and animal welfare.

Meme coins have been one of the hottest trends in the 2024 crypto market. While most investors view meme coins as opportunities to earn profits, they can serve a much greater purpose.

The proposed bill includes specified licensing requirements for stablecoin issuers, offering and marketing restrictions and broader consumer protection.

Economist Henrik Zeberg is turning bullish on one Ethereum (ETH) rival while predicting a broader altcoin market breakout. Zeberg tells his 171,400 followers on the social media platform X that Solana (SOL) may be about to surge after a retracement. The analyst uses the Elliott Wave theory to forecast a massive run for Solana.

An elaborate scam has been detected, where attackers are now utilizing ad networks to perpetrate phishing attacks affecting the users of the Pudgy Penguins NFT project. According to ScamSniffer, the attack was uncovered after a user complained of being led to a fake Pudgy Penguins site through a Singapore news site.

After Siqi Chen shared a post about his daughter's brain tumor diagnosis, the crypto community created the meme coin MIRA to raise money for research funding. The token surged more than 700%, accumulating a market cap of $72 million.

South Korea has imposed new sanctions on North Korean hackers responsible for stealing over $1 billion in crypto, with the illicit funds fueling the regime's weapons programs.

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Yat Siu, the co-founder, and executive chairman of Animoca Brands has had his X (previously Twitter) profile hacked in a cyber attack. Scammers employed the account for the promotion of the fake token with reference to the new Animoca Brands launch, causing a stir in the global crypto sphere.

On Christmas Eve, Siqi Chen, the CEO of a tech company, shared a deeply personal and emotional update on his social media, revealing the difficult journey he and his family are currently facing.

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South Korea is imposing sanctions on 15 North Korean individuals and one entity for illicit cyber activities, including crypto heists.