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FTC Warns of Crypto Scams From Online Love Interests
11.6.2024
The U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has issued a warning about cryptocurrency romance scammers who offer investment advice. The FTC emphasizes the risks involved and urges immediate reporting and caution to protect others. “They establish an emotional connection with you so you’re more...
HSBC China Introduces Digital Yuan Services for Corporate Clients
11.6.2024
HSBC Bank (China) Ltd. announced on Friday the launch of digital yuan (e-CNY) services for corporate clients, becoming one of the first international banks to provide these services to both corporate and retail customers. The e-CNY, or digital yuan, is China’s central bank digital currency...
South Korean Regulator Excludes Certain NFTs From Crypto Regulations
11.6.2024
South Korea’s top financial regulator has issued guidelines clarifying when non-fungible tokens (NFTs) are considered virtual assets. This distinction aims to minimize the risk of widespread user harm. The guidelines will be part of the Virtual Asset User Protection Act, effective July...
Modi Reappoints Nirmala Sitharaman as India’s Finance Minister — Investors Remain Concerned Over High Crypto Taxes
11.6.2024
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reappointed Nirmala Sitharaman as Finance Minister. She remains instrumental in shaping India’s economic policies, including cryptocurrency regulation and taxation. Nirmala Sitharaman Reappointed as Finance Minister Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi...
DOJ and FBI Unveil Charges Against 3 UK Nationals in NFT Rug Pull Scam
11.6.2024
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) have unveiled charges against three UK nationals for a fraudulent non-fungible token (NFT) scheme involving “Evolved Apes,” promising a game development. “They allegedly took investor funds, never...
Russia Set to Recognize Bitcoin Mining as Economic Activity
10.6.2024
According to Osman Kabaloev, the Deputy Director of the Financial Policy Department at Russia’s Ministry of Finance, the recognition of Bitcoin mining as an official economic activity is set to happen soon. Following the approval of a law regulating cryptocurrency mining, this activity would...
Surge in Digital Asset Investments Following SEC ETF Approvals, Coinshares Reports
10.6.2024
Digital asset investment products have witnessed significant inflows totaling $2 billion, marking a strong five-week streak that accumulates to $4.3 billion. As reported by Coinshares, this surge aligns with increased trading volumes and shifting monetary policy expectations. Record-Breaking Week...
Mexican Billionaire Ricardo Salinas Doubles Down on Bitcoin, Advises Using It as Inflation Hedge
10.6.2024
Ricardo Salinas, the third wealthiest man in Mexico, has recently doubled down on his proposal to use Bitcoin as a reserve asset. On social media, Salinas defended the role of Bitcoin as an inflation hedge, commenting on a post that presented inflation as a hidden tax on fiat money and advised...
AI-Linked Crypto Tokens Underperform as Apple's Event Fails to Impress Traders
10.6.2024
Tokens of Render, Fetch.ai, SingularityNET and Bittensor slumped 3%-5% despite mostly flat bitcoin and broader crypto prices
Over 200 BTC From 2013 and 2012 Wallets Awaken, Now Valued at Over $14M
10.6.2024
Over the past weekend, 211.51 dormant bitcoins valued at $14.79 million were reactivated after over a decade of inactivity. More than half of these funds originated from bitcoin wallets that had been inactive since 2012. Vintage Bitcoin Wallets Unleash 211.51 Bitcoin Since June 8, 2024, a series...
Lykke crypto exchange acknowledges hack after halting withdrawals
10.6.2024
The Lykke team acknowledged that they halted withdrawals after an attack drained $22 million in crypto from its wallets on June 4
Trump promises to become the ‘crypto president’ — Law Decoded
10.6.2024
The former United States president is intensifying his cryptocurrency advocacy as part of his 2024 presidential campaign
Libertarian VP nominee: No new regulatory structure needed for crypto
10.6.2024
Mike ter Maat spoke with Cointelegraph on the role digital assets might play in the 2024 U.S. presidential elections, the Fed looking into CBDCs, and Donald Trump’s conviction
OKX feels the pinch from a breach affecting its users
10.6.2024
OKX’s SMS notification safety feature was compromised by a miscreant who whacked crypto amounts, leaving the users high and dry. The company is engaged in going into the crux of the matter, assuring its users of complete compensation. As per SlowMist, the information began trickling in, with...
How UpRock Is Using AI, DePIN and Crypto Rewards to Attract New Users to Web3 in an Age Where Data Is the New Oil
10.6.2024
UpRock is a groundbreaking platform that merges blockchain and AI, allowing users to monetize their unused internet bandwidth. With a focus on democratizing data access and fostering an open AI ecosystem, UpRock is at the forefront of the digital revolution. The co-founders of UpRock, Jesse Adams...
Nigerian Interest in Crypto Persists Despite Crackdown; Meme Coins Prevail in Country’s North
10.6.2024
In the northern states of Katsina and Borno, residents are increasingly interested in the meme coin dogecoin. Meanwhile, in Delta State, known for its financial services leaders, bitcoin garners significant attention. A Nigerian lawyer has called on authorities to implement cryptocurrency...
Rise of Crypto Loans: A dramatic and unprecedented event
10.6.2024
The Aave V3 protocol is approaching $6 billion in loans, and it is a clear indication of the maturity of decentralized finance strategies. The rapid growth of crypto loans is well-documented, as evidenced by their vast quantity. According to the latest industry reports, onchain borrowings exceeded...
The people of New Zealand prefer crypto to real estate
10.6.2024
Many New Zealanders want to build wealth with cryptocurrency instead of real estate. They are switching to crypto due to their disinterest in conventional financial systems. Crypto is more accessible than real estate investment, mainly due to the high costs involved with getting into the market....
Privacy Coin XMR Rebounds After Mid-April Low Climbing 37% in 30 Days
10.6.2024
The privacy coin monero (XMR) has experienced a 7.7% increase in the last 24 hours and a 16.5% rise over the past week. Monero Trading Volume Doubles in 24 Hours After a prolonged decline and hitting a significant low in mid-April, monero (XMR) has recovered in value. For instance, on April 13,...
EU Vote See Reelection of Some Officials With Key Roles in Bloc's Crypto Journey
10.6.2024
Among the MEPs retaining their seats is Stefan Berger, who steered the landmark MiCA legislation