Andreessen Horowitz, known as a16z, one of the most prominent venture capital firms, recently discussed how an AI bot they funded spurred the creation of a multi-million-dollar meme coin.

South Korea introduces stringent pre-registration and monthly reporting requirements for businesses in cross-border crypto transactions.

About $20 million in cryptocurrency seized from the notorious Bitfinex hack has mysteriously moved out of U.S. government-controlled wallets.

After a recent security breach, crypto exchange BingX has released "ShieldX," an advanced update geared toward improving the platform's security from a similar attack.

South Korean authorities will impose regulations on cross-border crypto transactions, requiring businesses to register and report from mid-2025.

Binance Thailand's CEO Nirun Fuwattananukul highlighted a shift in Thailand's crypto market focus from retail investors to institutional players.

In a new update from Arkham Intelligence, it seems that crypto wallets linked to the U.S. government may have been compromised, losing around $20 million. According to Arkham, the bulk of the funds, primarily made up of stablecoins, were converted into ethereum “through suspicious addresses linked to a money laundering service.” $20M Vanishes From U.S.

The Massachusetts Senate seat turns out to be of prime importance as XRP lawyer John Deaton takes on the anti-crypto Senator Elizabeth Warren in the upcoming US elections. Senator Warren has recently claimed that Deaton's 90% of campaign funding comes from crypto donations.

Wall Street is witnessing a growing interest in tokenized money-market funds as traders increasingly seek alternatives to traditional stablecoins. These digital assets, which are investments in short-term debt securities, are seen as potential solutions in the current situation with the crypto market volatility.

The Netherlands is seeking public feedback on proposed regulations for monitoring cryptocurrency ownership, in a bid to align its tax laws with European Union standards. According to an Oct.

Denmark's Tax Law Council has recommended implementing a mark-to-market taxation system for cryptocurrencies in a recent report, with plans for a legislative proposal to follow.

The country's tax authority intends to require crypto firms to report clients' crypto transaction data to align with EU taxation mandates.

The 13th edition of the Blockchain Life Forum, the premier gathering for cryptocurrency leaders worldwide, recently concluded with an astounding attendance of over 12119 participants.

Improbable, the British metaverse technology company creating Yuga Labs' Otherside platform, has said the Somnia blockchain will enter its DevNet phase in the coming weeks.

The cryptocurrency market is witnessing a noteworthy revival in demand from individual investors, marking a significant shift after a four-month period of stagnation. Recent data from Crypto Quant reveals a 13% increase in individual investor activity over the past 30 days, with participation levels returning to those seen in March.

Crypto exchange BingX says it has restored full operations, launching a new feature designed to provide “advanced protection against external threats.

With the US November elections coming in, crypto is making headlines like never before. This year's campaign marks the first time digital assets are a prominent policy issue.

A United States appeals court said a federal court was right to toss Ali Sedaghatpour's lawsuit claiming that his insurer, Lemonade Insurance, should cover him for a crypto scam loss.

South Korea's finance minister, Choi Sang-Mok, says the country will introduce reporting mandates on cross-border crypto transactions to combat foreign exchange crime.

With the listing of Safe tokens on the Upbit cryptocurrency exchange, this altcoin has experienced a massive surge in its volumes. Reportedly, Safe Crypto has recorded a jump of 9,747.85% in its 24-hour trading volume, resulting in it adding ~76% to its valuation.

A cybersecurity firm yesterday reported that a group of notorious hackers from North Korea was able to steal $3 billion worth of cryptocurrency from users by devising a fake blockchain game.

With the cryptocurrency market experiencing significant expansion this year, the Kraken exchange is gearing up to introduce its own blockchain, named "Ink," in 2025.

An anonymous hacker or hackers has apparently managed to steal $20 million in several crypto assets from US government wallets. Reportedly, the hackers have already begun laundering the money.

An estimated $20 million in cryptocurrency has been stolen from wallets belonging to the U.S. government, according to blockchain analytics firm Arkham Intelligence. On-chain movements started on Thursday when funds that had not been moved for more than eight months were withdrawn from the decentralized lending platform Aave.

A U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) commissioner has urged the U.S. to adopt a more proactive approach to crypto regulation, pointing to the leadership of Indo-Pacific nations like Japan, Singapore, and Hong Kong. He emphasized that these countries have crafted clear frameworks that foster innovation while protecting investors, in contrast to the U.S.

The Ministry of Finance will implement South Korean cross-border cryptocurrency transactions regulations in the second half of 2025.

Thailand is shifting focus to a more mature institutional-focused crypto market, according to the chief executive of Binance Thailand.

The Dutch government wants to align its data collection rules for crypto service providers with the rest of the EU, saying it would “create more transparency.”

Amid market volatility, crypto traders are converting their assets into stablecoins for stability and using them as collateral.

The reported transaction data will be monitored by South Korea's tax, customs, financial and international finance authorities.

The crypto hack highlights vulnerabilities in government-held digital assets, potentially undermining trust in their security and management. The post US government may fall victim to $20 million crypto hack appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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The Singapore-based crypto exchange says the new security initiative dubbed “ShieldX” will help prevent future exploits and better safeguard user assets.

TokenPost, South Koreas largest digital asset media outlet, is accelerating its global expansion with its official entry into the Thai market. The company announced the launch of TokenPost Thailand as part of its strategy to extend its influence in the global digital asset landscape.

A group of scammers convicted in an Austrian court for operating a fraudulent crypto scheme spent their ill-gotten gains fueling their lifestyles, including buying a shark tank, a villa, private jet rides, a luxury car, parties in clubs and more. According to an Oct.

South Korea plans to start regulating cross-border transactions of virtual assets such as cryptocurrency, bringing in registration and reporting requirements from the second half of 2025, the finance ministry said on Friday.

Someone moved approximately $20 million in stablecoins and ETH and has begun moving it to non-custodial platforms.

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is ramping up its scrutiny of crypto assets in 2025, intensifying examinations of firms involved in offering, trading, and advising on these assets. The agency will focus on how these assets are handled as securities, ensuring compliance with standards and assessing technological risks tied to blockchain.

A hacker may have stolen over $20 million worth of crypto, including stablecoins and Ethereum (ETH), from a US government-controlled wallet connected to the infamous 2016 Bitfinex hack. The suspicious transfers occurred on Oct. 24, raising alarms among blockchain analysts, including ZachXBT, who called the transfers “nefarious” and hinted at possible theft.

A recent study reveals that nearly two-thirds of surveyed U.S. citizens (64.7%) believe a Donald Trump or Republican victory in the presidential election would spark a bullish trend in crypto prices. This optimism stems from the Republican Party's business-friendly reputation, which resonates with crypto enthusiasts. On the flip side, only 9.

Amid the ongoing cryptocurrency market recovery, a wallet address linked to the US Government that holds seized funds has been compromised by hackers.

Kraken announces Ink, a Layer 2 blockchain built on Optimism's Superchain to enhance the scalability of Ethereum.

According to onchain analytics firm Arkham Intelligence, the malicious address currently holds approximately $13 million in assets.

Rising Twitter alternative Bluesky vows to steer clear of crypto on its platform to avoid “hyperfinancializing” it.

Coinbase's Base reveals when it plans to implement fault proofs.

Representative Summer Lee took aim at crypto-backed Super PACs funding media buys that could have contributed to two Democratic lawmakers losing their primaries.

GSR noted that Rich Rosenblum departed the firm to "pursue new entrepreneurial opportunities" and will continue to keep in contact with him.