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Decentralized Money Market Protocol Loses $4.3M in Social Engineering Attack
19.10.2024
Tapioca DAO, has been the victim of a social engineering attack in which criminals exploited a vulnerability to compromise the ownership of the TAP token vesting contract. The breach led to the sale of 30 million vested tokens. A blockchain security firm detected suspicious activity involving...
Friday’s Big Moves: Bitcoin ETFs Dominate With Fresh Inflows – Here’s What You Missed
19.10.2024
Spot bitcoin and ether exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in the U.S. had another winning day, with both categories seeing a steady flow of fresh investments. On Friday, the 12 bitcoin ETFs pulled in a combined $273.71 million, led by ARKB and IBIT at the front of the pack. Bitcoin ETFs Secure Inflows...
Bitcoin Ordinal Sales Surge by 1,816%—And It’s Just Part of This Week’s NFT Shakeup
19.10.2024
Amid the broad uptick in crypto asset markets, non-fungible token (NFT) sales saw a 22.38% increase this past week. NFT sales managed to rake in $92.95 million this week and Ethereum and Bitcoin NFT sales led the way. Digital Collectibles Spike in Activity as Ethereum and Bitcoin Top the NFT Charts...
GOAT, the AI-Launched Meme Token—Navigating the Regulatory Uncertainty of Autonomous Agents
19.10.2024
In recent developments, a notable instance occurred involving a tech titan, Marc Andreessen, and an AI bot named Truth Terminal. Andreessen’s decision to grant $50,000 in bitcoin to this semi-autonomous AI agent, to fund hardware upgrades and launch a cryptocurrency token named GOAT...
Indicted NYC mayor leaves questionable crypto legacy as controversy mounts
19.10.2024
Before his indictment on criminal charges, NYC Mayor Eric Adams promised to turn the city into a major crypto hub
Bitcoin ETF liquidity set to surge after SEC options approval — QCP
19.10.2024
To confirm a potential breakout from its current crab walk, Bitcoin needs to close the week above $68,700, according to market analysts
Crypto ATMs Coming to 45 New Locations Across Five US States
19.10.2024
Cryptocurrency is becoming more accessible across the U.S. with the expansion of digital currency kiosks to 45 new locations in the Southwest and Midwest. Yesway, a fast-growing convenience store chain, is partnering with Coinflip to bring crypto ATMs to its customers, offering a seamless...
Bitcoin teases breakout as 'FOMO liquidity grab' keeps $69K in place
19.10.2024
Bitcoin bulls have more work to do for a major resistance flip while BTC price strength sees the highest daily close in over four months
Hong Kong’s Fraud Empire Collapses: How Triads, AI, and Fake Love Fuel Massive Crypto Heist
19.10.2024
Hong Kong police have dismantled a notorious fraud syndicate responsible for defrauding victims of HK$360 million using romance scams tied to fake cryptocurrency platforms. Arresting 27 individuals, some linked to triads, they revealed the sophisticated use of deepfake technology and digital media...
Fake Coinbase Sites Steal $20M — How Indian Man Led the Massive Crypto Fraud
19.10.2024
A cryptocurrency scam targeting Coinbase users has resulted in a significant theft of over $20 million. An Indian national, Chirag Tomar, was sentenced for orchestrating this scheme, where fake websites mimicking Coinbase led to victims surrendering credentials. U.S. authorities revealed...
Binance Expands Mobile Money Across Africa — 6 More Countries Gain Access
19.10.2024
Crypto exchange Binance has expanded its reach in West and Central Africa, integrating mobile money payments for cryptocurrency purchases in six countries. This move supports Binance’s goal to boost financial inclusion and make digital assets more accessible. By offering a secure...
Digital Ruble and Sanctions: Expert Analyzes Russia’s Digital Currency Plan to Evade Western Control
19.10.2024
A Fellow at the Carnegie Russia Eurasia Center and former adviser at the Central Bank of Russia has weighed in on the digital ruble, Russia’s central bank digital currency (CBDC), highlighting its potential role in reshaping Russia’s financial landscape amid sanctions. While the digital...
$230M Bitcoin Heist Takes Dark Turn — $100M Still Missing, FBI Probes Kidnapping Link
19.10.2024
Two young men pulled off a $230 million bitcoin heist in one of the largest crypto thefts from a private individual in U.S. history. But after indulging in luxury cars and a $2 million watch, the story took a sinister twist. Now, prosecutors say the crime may be tied to a shocking kidnapping —...
Blackrock Targets $3 Trillion Crypto Derivatives Market, Quietly Pushing Game-Changing Token
19.10.2024
Blackrock, the world’s largest asset manager, is reportedly seeking to disrupt the $3 trillion crypto derivatives market by pushing to have its BUIDL token accepted as collateral. Discussions are ongoing with major exchanges like Binance and Deribit. The token’s interest-paying...
Inside GOAT’s Wild Market Ride: What’s Driving This AI-Meme Coin Craze?
19.10.2024
The artificial intelligence (AI)-driven meme coin goatseus maximus (GOAT), launched on pump.fun, has reached a market valuation of $418 million after gaining more than 36% against the U.S. dollar by 7 p.m. Eastern Time on Friday. Earlier in the day, the meme coin hit an all-time high (ATH)...
Is Complete Decentralization of Finance Realistic? Fed Governor Waller Says No
19.10.2024
A Federal Reserve governor questioned whether decentralized finance (defi) can truly eliminate the need for intermediaries, despite bitcoin’s revolutionary promise. While decentralized systems aim to bypass traditional structures, he argues that trust in intermediaries still resurfaces. Could...
Bitcoin Mining vs. AI Hosting: The Unexpected Parallels Unveiled
19.10.2024
Bitcoin miners and artificial intelligence (AI) cloud providers, along with high-performance computing (HPC) operators, share an unexpected bond in their quest for computing muscle. As the cryptocurrency scene shifts, some bitcoin mining setups are finding fresh purpose in the fast-growing fields...
NYSE, Cboe Win SEC Approval for Bitcoin ETF Options
18.10.2024
The decision follows Nasdaq recently also getting permission for options on spot bitcoin ETFs
SEC approves New York Stock Exchange listing of Bitcoin options ETF
18.10.2024
Traders believe that the approval of options for Bitcoin exchange-traded funds will inject much-needed liquidity into the markets
Bitcoin Closes in on Price Peak – $69K Resistance in Sight
18.10.2024
On Friday, bitcoin reached its highest price since late July, coming within just $2 of breaking through the $69,000 mark. Recent data shows the cryptocurrency market has been on a consistent upward trend, with the entire digital asset economy now valued at $2.35 trillion, reflecting a 2.63% rise...