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Congressman Tom Emmer Offers to Help Donald Trump Fight Central Bank Digital Currencies
22.1.2024
Congressman Tom Emmer has offered to help former U.S. President Donald Trump fight the creation of a central bank digital currency (CBDC) in the U.S. “I agree with President Trump; CBDCs pose a serious threat to Americans’ right to financial privacy. I look forward to working with...
CFTC Files Civil Enforcement Action Against Bogus Crypto Exchange Debiex
21.1.2024
The U.S. commodities regulator revealed on Jan. 19 that it had filed a civil enforcement action against a bogus digital asset exchange platform. According to the Commission, Debiex customers were not aware that the entire set-up was a clever scam designed to dupe prospective investors. Romance Scam...
Mad Money Host Jim Cramer Sees ‘Nasty Beginning to Bitcoin Selloff’
21.1.2024
Jim Cramer, the host of CNBC’s Mad Money show, has warned of a bitcoin selloff. While cautioning investors about investing in bitcoin and the newly launched spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs), he said: “I’m not as stridently against these new investment vehicles as Gary...
‘Pig Butchering’ Crypto Scheme Uncovered: Debiex Charged by CFTC for Defrauding Investors
20.1.2024
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has charged digital asset platform Debiex for engaging in a deceptive scheme known as “pig butchering,” which resulted in the loss of $2.3 million from investors. On Firday, the CFTC filed a complaint against Debiex and Zhāng Chéng Yáng...
Shiba Inu (SHIB), Bonk Inu (BONK), Mollars, or Bitcoin (BTC) Could Return Traders $22,000 Profit From $100 Invested Today
20.1.2024
Bitcoin ($BTC) Alternative, Mollars ($MOLLARS), is in its 3rd round of the token presale stage today. Investors are buying into the crypto at a record pace, closing in on 100,000 tokens being sold daily. A store-of-value token that will help traders across the world save money against...
Bitcoin Miner Hut 8 Accused of a Pump and Dump Scheme, HUT Shares Plummet
19.1.2024
Bitcoin miner Hut 8 has been accused of hiding stock ownership in a perceived pump-and-dump scheme. The accusation comes from an unconfirmed report by JCapital Research. In a Jan 18 release, the firm leveled accusations against the Bitcoin miner stemming from its recent partnership with US Bitcoin...
Trump’s Promise: “I Will Never Allow The Creation Of A CBDC”
18.1.2024
Former US President Donald Trump has been dismissive about the value of cryptos and central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) in the past. The 2024 Republican frontrunner has once again promised against the creation of a CBDC “to protect Americans from government tyranny.” Speaking in Portsmouth,...
Arguments Conclude in Coinbase and SEC Case, Judge Holds on Decision
17.1.2024
Oral arguments kicked off in Manhattan Wednesday regarding the highly anticipated case against Coinbase brought forward by the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). “The SEC has violated due process” The federal agency originally filed the lawsuit against Coinbase in June 2023...
$9.6 Billion in 3 Days — ETF Analyst Highlights Remarkable Early Success of Bitcoin ETFs
17.1.2024
On Tuesday, the third day of trading for the U.S.-based spot bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF), there was a noticeable decrease in activity with trading volumes falling by 37% from the levels seen on Jan. 12, 2024. The day concluded with most funds slightly over 1% lower against the U.S. dollar...
Sam Bankman-Fried’s Parents File for Dismissal in FTX Fraudulent Transfer Case
17.1.2024
The parents of Sam Bankman-Fried, the disgraced founder of FTX, are seeking to have the lawsuit filed against them dismissed. They are arguing that they had no involvement in any alleged fraudulent transfers or breaches of fiduciary duties. Lawyers representing Joseph Bankman and Barbara Fried...
Terra Luna Classic Price Prediction as Former CEO Do Kwon Trial is Pushed Back – What’s Going On?
17.1.2024
The Terra Luna Classic price has dropped by 1.5% in the past 24 hours, slipping to $0.000123 after a US federal judge delayed the SEC’s trial against Terraform Labs founder Do Kwon. LUNC is now up by 3% in the past week, yet remains down by 16.5% in the last 30 days and by a […]
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SEC Agrees to Postpone Terraform Labs Trial Pending Do Kwon’s Extradition
16.1.2024
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has filed in agreement with Terraform Labs to postpone the civil trial against Do Kwon and his former company, amid ongoing extradition proceedings. According to Reuters, in its recent court filing in Manhattan federal court, the SEC has requested...
Bitcoin Price Prediction as Greed Index Hits Neutral Post-ETF Launch – Are Investors Losing Confidence?
15.1.2024
In the dynamic realm of cryptocurrency, Bitcoin‘s price trajectory has recently taken a downward turn, falling to $42,000 amidst diminishing enthusiasm for Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs). This decline occurs against the backdrop of a slightly contracting global crypto market, which...
Altcoins Thrive While Bitcoin Dips in a Dramatic Week of Crypto Trading
15.1.2024
This past week in the crypto economy proved intriguing, as bitcoin’s value declined by 5.7% while ethereum enjoyed a 10.8% uptick against the U.S. dollar. Leading the pack in market gains, SUI experienced a remarkable surge, escalating over 74% in just seven days. Concurrently, the token...
South Korea Seeks Regulation Against Crypto Mixers Citing Illegal Use Cases
15.1.2024
Source: AdobeStock South Korean regulators seek to introduce new laws that would sanction the use of cryptocurrency mixers in the country to curb the rate of illicit financial activities. According to local news outlets, the Financial Intelligence Unit is considering rolling out new regulations...
How to Enhance Crypto Security in 2024
15.1.2024
Nowadays, the need to secure your money and personal information has become a top priority.Now in 2024, the stakes have never been higher in the ongoing battle against cyber threats. The need for watertight security measures has transcended from a mere recommendation to an indispensable mandate....
Vanguard Holds Significant Stake in MicroStrategy, Indirect Bitcoin Exposure
13.1.2024
Source: AdobeStock / photo_gonzo Vanguard, one of the world’s leading asset management firms, has secured a substantial stake in MicroStrategy (MSTR), providing investors with indirect exposure to Bitcoin (BTC). While Vanguard has opted against launching Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs)...
SEC Commissioner Crenshaw Dissents From Spot Bitcoin ETF Approval
12.1.2024
SEC Commissioner Caroline A. Crenshaw voices her dissent against the commission’s approval of spot bitcoin ETFs, highlighting the risks of market manipulation, the concentration of bitcoin ownership, and the inadequacy of current regulatory measures in safeguarding investor interests....
Congressman Warren Davidson Rails Against Treasury’s ‘Red Herring Arguments’ On Crypto
12.1.2024
Warren Davidson, Vice Chairman of the Subcommittee on Digital Assets, Financial Technology, and Inclusion of the House Financial Services Committee, has rejected the policy suggestions made by the U.S. Treasury on crypto assets, stating these seek to ban digital assets in the U.S. using unworkable...
Terra Founder Do Kwon Asks US Court to Push Trial to Mid-March
12.1.2024
Source: Terra / YouTube Do Kwon, the former CEO of Terra, is seeking a delay in the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) trial against him and his former company so he can attend the trial. Kwon’s counsel has formally requested a U.S. court to postpone the trial due to uncertainties...