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Bitfinex Hack: Meet the Self-Proclaimed 'Serial Entrepreneur' Couple Charged Over Laundering Bitcoin
9.2.2022
A self-proclaimed "serial entrepreneur" couple has been granted bail by a US judge for an alleged conspiracy to launder USD 4.5bn worth of bitcoin (BTC) stolen from the 2016 hack of the major crypto exchange Bitfinex.
The couple in question are Heather Morgan, 31, a published Forbes and...
'Comedic rapper' charged over Bitfinex hack laundering out on bail
9.2.2022
Heather Morgan, who goes by the rap name “Razzlekhan,” is a self-proclaimed serial entrepreneur, prolific writer and is also being charged for money laundering and conspiracy in relation to the 2016 Bitfinex hack
US Seizes 94,636 Bitcoin From 2016 Bitfinex Hack in ‘Largest Crypto Seizure to Date’ — 2 People Arrested
8.2.2022
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has announced the seizure of 94,636 bitcoins directly linked to the 2016 hack of the cryptocurrency exchange Bitfinex. This is the DOJ’s “largest cryptocurrency seizure to date.” In addition, two people have been arrested in connection with...
DoJ seizes $3.6B in crypto and arrests two in connection with 2016 Bitfinex hack
8.2.2022
"The department once again showed how it can and will follow the money," said Deputy Attorney General Lisa Monaco
US Arrests Two Suspects in Bitfinex Bitcoin Hack, Seize USD 3.6B in Crypto
8.2.2022
Two individuals were arrested this morning in Manhattan for an alleged conspiracy to launder cryptocurrency that was stolen during the 2016 hack of Bitfinex, presently valued at approximately USD 4.5bn, the US Department of Justice said.
According to them, thus far, law enforcement has seized...
$3.6 Billion in Bitcoin From the 2016 Bitfinex Hack Consolidates Into a Single Address
1.2.2022
$3.6 billion or 94,643.29 bitcoin stemming from the 2016 Bitfinex hack was moved and consolidated into a single wallet following 23 transfers. At the time of writing, the $3.6 billion in bitcoin remains idle and the trading platform Bitfinex says it “continues to work globally with...
MyCryptoMetaMask Ethereum Move, Solana Pay, Bitcoin Savings Plan + More News
1.2.2022
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$2.5B in stolen BTC from Bitfinex hack awakens
1.2.2022
The receiving wallet address now holds more than 90,000 Bitcoin worth about $3.6 billion
Bitfinex Announced Support for BitTorrent Token Redenomination and Swap
27.1.2022
BitTorrent’s token redenomination and swap caused quite a stir in the market as every DEX must make changes to support the crypto. Bitfinex recently became one of the exchanges to support the swap on 28th January. During the upgrade, Bitfinex will restrict withdrawals, deposits, and trading of...
Bitfinex Releases Staking Rewards for MATIC
21.1.2022
Bitfinex recently announced staking rewards for MATIC users on the platform. The venture released an official post on their website to make the announcement. Polygon recently shared 90 million MATIC with Bitfinex to promote staking rewards for users. Bitfinex anticipates that its audience can earn...
Bitcoin, Ethereum Fund Outflows Slow, Solana Remains Favorite + More News
17.1.2022
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Crypto Exchange Bitfinex Stops Servicing Ontario Customers, Asks Users to Withdraw Funds
16.1.2022
Cryptocurrency exchange Bitfinex has asked its Ontario users to withdraw their funds since they will no longer have access to any services offered by Bitfinex in March. Bitfinex Stops Providing Services to Ontario Customers Crypto exchange Bitfinex announced Friday that it is making changes to...
Bitfinex advises Ontario-based users to close accounts before March 1
14.1.2022
The Ontario Securities Commission has been responsible for cracking down on crypto exchanges operating in the region, including Binance, OKEx, Bybit, KuCoin and Polo Digital Assets
Crypto Fear and Greed Index Score Hits 5 Month Low, Analyzed Sentiment Points to ‘Extreme Fear’
9.1.2022
On January 8, 2022, the price of bitcoin dropped to $40,517 per unit just after 1 p.m. (EST) on Saturday afternoon. According to the Crypto Fear & Greed Index (CFGI), sentiment shows “extreme fear” is in the air, and the CFGI score is a 10. The last time the CFGI score was this...
13 Crypto Exchanges Custody 7% of the Crypto Economy, Coinbase Dominates With $56.2B AUM
2.1.2022
As 2022 begins, 13 different cryptocurrency exchange platforms have more than a billion dollars each in digital currencies held in reserves. Between all 13 trading platforms, the group of exchange platforms hold a whopping $165.25 billion worth of bitcoin, ethereum, and tether. 13 Crypto Exchanges...
Bitcoin-focused NYDIG Raises USD 1B, Golden State FTX, Bitfinex Recovers 6 BTC + More News
14.12.2021
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Bitcoin price dip may end Wednesday as Bitfinex bids hint at Fed 'buy the news' plans
14.12.2021
Bitfinex traders are betting on some upside following Wednesday's Federal Reserve comments on inflation and asset purchases
5 Crypto Exchanges Custody 1.6 Million Bitcoin or Close to 8% of the Capped Supply
13.12.2021
As of December 12, around 90% of all the bitcoin that will ever exist is in circulation today, and the top five exchanges hold 1.6 million bitcoin. The bitcoin holdings on Coinbase, Binance, Huobi, Kraken, and Okex combined represent 7.96% of the 21 million bitcoin supply cap. The bitcoin held...
2 key Bitcoin trading metrics suggest BTC price has bottomed
12.12.2021
Bitcoin price has yet to reclaim the $50,000 level, but the actions of options market makers and margin traders at Bitfinex suggest the most recent correction is over
Bitfinex Parent Company Joins Hands with El Salvador Government
22.11.2021
El Salvador, the crypto country, is on a roll with back-to-back high-profile announcements. First, the nation recently announced a Bitcoin City only to follow it with a partnership with the El Salvador government. iFinex, the parent company of Bitfinex, released an official post about joining hands...