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Behind bars: 6 crypto execs who did time and one who got away…
4.9.2024
These crypto leaders had it all, but that couldn’t stop them from going to jail
Behind bars: 6 crypto execs who did time and one who got away…
4.9.2024
These crypto leaders had it all, but that couldn’t stop them from going to jail
WazirX Hacker Moves 2600 Ethereum Worth $6.5M to Tornado Cash
3.9.2024
A wallet address linked to the hacker that stole over $234 million from Indian crypto exchange WazirX has…
WazirX hacker moves $6M in crypto to Tornado Cash
3.9.2024
A wallet address associated with the WazirX hacker has transferred $6.5 million worth of stolen ETH to Tornado Cash as the exchange opens up withdrawals to users ahead of time.
WazirX Hacker Starts to Move Stolen Ether Using Tornado Cash
3.9.2024
The Indian crypto exchange was hacked for over $230 million in July, and a restructuring process is underway in Singapore
New NCR Atleos/LibertyX feature converts BTC to cash at US ATMs
29.8.2024
Users of the LibertyX ATMs can send BTC to a LibertyX address and receive fiat for their crypto at ATMs in 30 states
Cash-to-Crypto Industry Dominated by ATMs Is a Law-Enforcement Concern: TRM Labs
29.8.2024
Since 2019, the cash-to-crypto industry—which is dominated by crypto ATMs—has processed at least $160 million in illicit volumes, according to a new study by blockchain analytics firm TRM Labs
Crypto Promoter and Failed Politician Michelle Bond Accused of Illegally Taking FTX Cash
22.8.2024
Michelle Bond, who once ran a Washington-based crypto advocacy group and had served as a U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission lawyer, was indicted in federal court for taking illegal campaign contributions during her 2022 run for Congress, and court documents detail how a river of cash came...
Privacy Concerns Worry Germany About the Possible Implementation of a Digital Euro
19.8.2024
While the European Central Bank is studying the possible issuance of a Europe-wide CBDC, the digital euro, not all Europeans are fully behind this idea. Germany is particularly concerned about the privacy aspects of this implementation, as most transactions and payments are still made using cash...
Privacy Fears Undermine Support for Digital Euro in Germany
18.8.2024
Skepticism about the digital euro is strong in Germany, especially among older citizens who prioritize privacy and security in financial transactions. Many Germans remain resistant to the idea of a digital currency, with about half unable to imagine using it. Bundesbank President Joachim Nagel...
Public miners raised $2.2B as cash flow crunch intensifies post-halving
15.8.2024
A total of nine out of 13 US-listed Bitcoin mining companies raised capital through stock offers in the second quarter of 2024
Bitcoin ETFs See $81M Outflow as Ethereum ETFs Cash In
15.8.2024
On Wednesday, U.S. spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) saw an outflow of $81.36 million, while spot ethereum ETFs experienced a brighter day, bringing in $10.77 million during the trading session. Crypto ETFs Clash: Bitcoin ETFs Stumble With $81M Loss, Ethereum Funds Pull in $10.77M After...
New Kraven The Hunter Trailer Drops As Sony Pushes Forward With Spider-Man Extended Universe
14.8.2024
Kraven the Hunter is coming out this year. Did you forget? Well, Sony is here to jog your memory by dropping a new trailer at 3:00 in the morning. The Russian supervillain is out for bloody, R-rated revenge as the movie teases a final showdown with the Rhino.Read more
7 Indicted in $300,000 Queens Bitcoin Theft, Say Prosecutors
14.8.2024
Seven individuals have been indicted for stealing over $300,000 in bitcoin from a Queens resident. The charges against them include grand larceny, money laundering, and identity theft, stemming from a lengthy investigation into a cryptocurrency wallet hack. Using advanced hacking techniques,...
Tornado Cash dev Alexey Pertsev seeks more funding for legal appeal
11.8.2024
The case of Alexey Pertsev is more than just a legal battle; it is a pivotal moment for the crypto community and advocates of digital privacy
Queens Bitcoin Heist: Seven Charged With Grand Larceny and Money Laundering
11.8.2024
Seven individuals have reportedly been indicted on charges of grand larceny, money laundering, and identity theft for stealing $300,000 in bitcoin from a Queens auto body shop owner. The victim’s 5.75 BTC, originally valued at $92,000, was taken by 20-year-old Aaron Peterson Jr. in November...
Okx Says Accounts Interacting With Tornado Cash Will Be Closed
10.8.2024
According to the CEO of the cryptocurrency exchange Okx, users are now barred from account interacting with Tornado Cash and Garantex. In a post on social media, the CEO said any Okx accounts receiving deposits from sanctioned entities, including Garantex and Tornado Cash, will trigger compliance...
New York Federal Reserve Staff Paper on Tornado Cash Concludes Ethereum Is ‘Not Immune to Censorship and Cooperation’
9.8.2024
A staff report published by several New York Federal Reserve employees found that Ethereum “is not immune to censorship and cooperation,” which depends on the roles of several actors across the network. The paper examined how the network performed after Tornado Cash, one of the main...
OKX Founder Clarifies Ban on Accounts Linked to Tornado Cash
9.8.2024
Star Xu, the founder of OKX, has addressed growing speculations regarding the platform’s handling of accounts connected to…
OKX cracks down on Tornado Cash users with account terminations
9.8.2024
As the crypto industry expands, exchanges like OKX face mounting pressure to strengthen compliance and prevent illicit activities on their platforms