Experts Warn: Africa’s High Crypto Adoption Rate Attracts Cybercriminals


Africa is facing a surge in cyberattacks where hackers hijack social media accounts of prominent figures and institutions to promote fake cryptocurrencies. Some experts recommend educational campaigns to teach users how to verify token promotions. Compromised Accounts Used in Crypto Fraud...

GameStop finishes $1.5B raise to add Bitcoin to its balance sheet


Video game retailer GameStop Corporation (GME) has finished a convertible debt offering that raised $1.5 billion, with some proceeds earmarked for buying Bitcoin.The offering was initially set to raise at least $1.3 billion, but purchasers opted for an additional $200 million aggregate principal...

Lack of Disclosure on LUNA Costs Galaxy Digital $200 Million


Galaxy Digital, founded by Michael Novogratz, has agreed to pay $200 million in penalties to resolve allegations that it violated New York laws by promoting the cryptocurrency LUNA without disclosing its financial interests. Galaxy’s LUNA Disclosure Failure Violated NY Laws Michael...

SEC and Gemini ask to pause lawsuit to explore ‘potential resolution’


The US Securities and Exchange Commission and crypto exchange Gemini have asked to pause the regulator’s suit over the exchange's Gemini Earn program, saying they want to discuss a potential resolution. In an April 1 letter to New York federal court judge Edgardo Ramos, lawyers...

UPCX Assures Users After Unauthorized Transfer of 18.4M Tokens


UPCX, a decentralized payment network, has temporarily suspended deposits and withdrawals due to unauthorized activity in its management accounts. Unauthorized Transfer of Millions in UPC Tokens UPCX, a decentralized payment network, has announced the temporary suspension of deposits...

UK trade bodies ask government to make crypto a ‘strategic priority’


Several British trade associations have asked Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s office to appoint a special envoy dedicated to crypto and for a dedicated action plan for digital assets and blockchain technology.In a March 31 letter, the coalition of six UK digital economy trade bodies urged...

BPI Proposes Bitcoin Bonds to Help Pay the $36 Trillion National Debt


The Bitcoin Policy Institute predicts that bitcoin bonds, treasury instruments that invest part of their income in bitcoin purchases, would help the U.S. save over $354 billion in the next ten years without considering the possible upside of BTC’s price. Bitcoin Policy Institute Presents Bitcoin...

North Korea tech workers found among staff at UK blockchain projects


Fraudulent tech workers with ties to North Korea are expanding their infiltration operations to blockchain firms outside the US after increased scrutiny from authorities, with some having worked their way into UK crypto projects, Google says.Google Threat Intelligence Group (GTIG) adviser Jamie...

North Korea tech workers found among staff at UK blockchain projects


Fraudulent tech workers with ties to North Korea are expanding their infiltration operations to blockchain firms outside the US after increased scrutiny from authorities, with some having worked their way into UK crypto projects, Google says.Google Threat Intelligence Group (GTIG) adviser Jamie...

Japan’s Metaplanet Hits 4,046 BTC With 96% Yield—More Buys Ahead


Metaplanet Inc. added 696 BTC in Q1 2025, using options to lower acquisition costs. The firm’s total Bitcoin holdings reached 4,046 BTC. Japan’s Metaplanet Grows Bitcoin War Chest to 4,046 BTC Japan’s publicly listed bitcoin treasury company, Metaplanet Inc. (Tokyo Stock Exchange: 3350 / OTCQX:...

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