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Study: Crypto Assets Worth $572.7 Million Lost to Hacks and Fraud in Q2 2024
29.6.2024
Digital assets worth over $572.7 million were lost to hacks and fraud in the second quarter of 2024. This latest figure brings the value of digital assets lost to hacks, fraud, and scams in 2024 to $920.9 million. Decentralized finance (defi) platforms lost approximately $172.1 million across...
Yield App Suspends Operations Ahead of Liquidation
29.6.2024
Yield App, a platform for earning interest, buying, and swapping cryptocurrencies, announced on social media platform X Friday the suspension of all activities in preparation for liquidation proceedings. The Seychelles-based company halted operations due to significant portfolio losses from...
IRS reveals final regulations for crypto broker rules
29.6.2024
The Internal Revenue Service did not include decentralized exchanges or self-custodial wallets under its broker reporting requirements
Solana ETF Approval Odds Rise Amid Potential Political Shifts, Analyst Says
29.6.2024
Bloomberg’s senior ETF analyst has stated that the odds of a Solana exchange-traded fund (ETF) being approved within the next 12 months are closely linked to the likelihood of a change in the U.S. presidency. He noted that it is “safe to say the chances of both are higher today than...
21shares Files to Launch Solana ETF With SEC
28.6.2024
21shares has filed a registration statement for a solana exchange-traded fund (ETF) with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The ETF will trade on the Cboe BZX Exchange and will utilize Coinbase Custody Trust Company for secure custody of SOL. Vaneck also recently filed...
Crypto Biz: Jump Crypto exec steps down, first MiCA deadline looms, and more
28.6.2024
This week’s Crypto Biz explores the departure of Jump Crypto’s CEO, Animoca Brands’ return to public markets, the corporate dispute between Riot and Bitfarms, and other news
U.S. Treasury Issues Crypto Tax Regime For 2025, Delays Rules for Non-Custodians
28.6.2024
The IRS has now set up its reporting system for crypto brokers, but it set aside related rules for DeFi and unhosted wallets as it continues to study 44,000 comments to the agency
Solana Introduces Blinks, Brings Blockchain to the Web2 Space
28.6.2024
Solana recently introduced new functionality to its network, bringing Blinks (blockchain links) to the Web2 space. Now, users and developers can take wallet actions, like making a transaction, a donation, or a vote using a wallet address, wherever a URL can be shared, enhancing the user experience...
Hamster Kombat destined for Guinness World Record?
28.6.2024
Hamster Kombat claims to be the third-fastest app in history to reach 150 million users. Here’s what you need to know about the viral Telegram-based game
SEC Charges Consensys With Violating Federal Securities Laws
28.6.2024
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has filed a lawsuit against Consensys Software Inc., accusing the blockchain firm of violating federal securities laws by failing to register as a broker and engaging in unregistered securities offerings. The SEC’s complaint highlights...
Central Bank of Bolivia Unbans Bitcoin From the Nation’s Financial Ecosystem
28.6.2024
The Central Bank of Bolivia has lifted a blanket ban on using bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies in the national financial system, opening the doors for integrating exchanges and other crypto service providers into its economy. The institution derogated a 2020 resolution prohibiting financial...
BlockDAG soars 1300%: A stellar ascent above market rivals Solana and Fetch.ai!
28.6.2024
In a world where cryptocurrency values swing wildly, Solana has stumbled with a 5% loss, reflecting a cool market response, while Fetch.ai has tumbled by 13.69% but hangs onto key support levels. In contrast, BlockDAG stands tall with a stunning 1300% increase following an energetic global...
Solana ETF Applications Look Like Bets on Trump Retaking White House, Making U.S. Friendlier to Crypto
28.6.2024
VanEck and 21Shares' applications seem doomed under the Biden administration. But they include a deadline that lapses when Trump would be in office, if he wins the presidency in November
21Shares files application for spot Solana ETF
28.6.2024
The proposed fund would be called the 21Shares Core Solana ETF and would not participate in staking SOL
Jason Derulo Hints at Major Collabs for Crypto Projects
28.6.2024
In this post Hollywood’s Jason Derulo has triggered a memecoin frenzy with his recent post on X. Celebrities tap into the memecoin frenzy. Pop star Jason Derulo, known for his global musical hits, has now entered the cryptocurrency world with the $Jason token. Today, Derulo posted on his...
Bitcoin and Crypto Closing Out Lame Quarter and One Analyst Believes More Pain Could Be in Store
28.6.2024
The price of bitcoin has dipped about 15% during the second quarter
Elections Across Europe Won't Hinder Bloc's Crypto Ambitions
28.6.2024
France, Austria, Germany and other countries are expected to have elections soon, following this month's European Parliament contest
Julian Assange Bitcoin donation shows how crypto can support transparency
28.6.2024
The Bitcoin community came to Julian Assange’s aid, helping ensure the WikiLeaks founders’ safe and debt-free return to Australia
Coinbase and Stripe partner to accelerate global crypto adoption
28.6.2024
Coinbase has announced a partnership with Stripe. The idea is to fuel the global adoption of cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology. Both companies will bring their strengths to the table to cement the collaboration. For instance, Stripe has committed to add USDC on Base to their crypto payouts...
Curve Finance adopts crvUSD for fee distribution
28.6.2024
Curve Finance shifts from 3crv to crvUSD for fee distribution, enhancing the stablecoin’s utility and ecosystem integration