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US Economy at Risk of Crash Landing, Allianz Warns
10.4.2023
Allianz, one of the world’s largest insurers, has warned that the U.S. economy is headed toward a crash landing. “We expect the economic momentum to deteriorate during the second half of the year on the back of rapidly tightening credit conditions, exacerbated by the banking crisis,” said...
Sam Bankman-Fried's Lawyers, Prosecutors Agree on Proposed Bail Conditions
28.3.2023
The FTX founder will be given a new phone without internet access and a laptop with limited functionality
Bitcoin Price and Ethereum Prediction: Weekend Breakout Possible Amidst Choppy Market Conditions
25.3.2023
The cryptocurrency market has been experiencing a choppy session lately, with both Bitcoin and Ethereum struggling to break out of their current price range. Investors and traders are closely monitoring the market for any signs of a potential breakout during the upcoming weekend.
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Moody’s Warns of Potential Financial Disruption Spillover Beyond US Banking Sector
25.3.2023
Roughly ten days ago, the credit agency Moody’s Investors Service downgraded the U.S. banking sector from “stable” to “negative.” In a recent update on Thursday, the company stated that there is still a risk to the U.S. economy. The managing director of credit strategy...
Crypto.com customer accused of $10M spending spree granted bail
21.3.2023
The Judge explained that prison time wasn’t necessary because Singh couldn’t flee without his Indian passport or being able to apply for a new one
Blockchain.com Shutters Asset Management Subsidiary Amid Crypto Winter and Industry Turmoil
11.3.2023
According to reports and a filing that shows its name struck off the U.K. companies’ register list, Blockchain.com is sunsetting its Blockchain.com Asset Management subsidiary. A company spokesperson cited deteriorating “macroeconomic conditions” and the “crypto winter”...
Sam Bankman-Fried's bail conditions still too lenient, says judge
10.3.2023
U.S. district judge, Lewis Kaplan, expressed concern that Bankman-Fried could find ways to evade the restrictions and covertly communicate with others electronically
Compass Mining Alerts Bitcoin Miners of Changes in Bitmain’s ASIC Design
8.3.2023
Compass Mining, a bitcoin mining firm, published a blog post stating that Bitmain, the company behind the application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC) mining rig, has made changes to its design. The post advised miners to be aware of the changes as Compass Mining identified “three...
US Prosecutors Seek to Further Restrict Former FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried’s Internet Access
5.3.2023
The U.S. attorney for the Southern District of New York (SDNY), Damian Williams, and the Department of Justice (DOJ) are requesting “proposed modifications” to the bail conditions of former FTX CEO, Sam Bankman-Fried. The SDNY prosecutor is asking the court to prohibit Bankman-Fried...
Payment Giants Visa and Mastercard Push Back Launch of Crypto Products due to Uncertain Market Conditions
28.2.2023
Visa and Mastercard, the two largest payment card network processors in the world, have decided to push back the launch of their crypto-related products and services due to uncertain market conditions. ...
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Paraguay to Become Top Bitcoin Mining Hub in Latam According to Insight Group
22.2.2023
Paraguay, one of the smallest countries in Latam, has the conditions needed to become the next Bitcoin mining hub in the region, according to mining insight group Hashrate Index. The company notes there are many elements in favor of Paraguay, including the abundance of clean hydroelectric power...
Chainalysis: Crypto Scam Revenue Dropped 46% in 2022
21.2.2023
Revenue from cryptocurrency scams dropped 46% in 2022, according to blockchain data analytics firm Chainalysis. “We attribute most of this decline to market conditions, as scam performance tends to worsen when cryptocurrency prices are in decline,” the firm explained. ‘Crypto Scam...
Prosecutors Seek Restrictions on Former FTX CEO’s Electronic Devices Following VPN Use for Football Streaming
17.2.2023
Prosecutors in the financial fraud case against former FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried (SBF) are attempting to persuade the judge to restrict his use of electronic devices. It has been revealed that SBF used a virtual private network (VPN) to watch the Super Bowl through a foreign subscription service...
Zipmex says it may resume 100% of Z wallet withdrawals subject to conditions
15.2.2023
The creditors have until February 21, 2023, to vote on a new scheme proposed by the company
Stablecoin Market Sees Supply Increase for Tether as Competitors Decline in Light of Recent Regulatory Developments
14.2.2023
While the stablecoin market has seen significant redemptions in the past three months, the supply of tether, the largest stablecoin by market capitalization, has increased by 2.46 billion since mid-November 2022. Tether is the only one of the top five stablecoins by market valuation that has seen...
LocalBitcoins to Shut Down After 10 Years Amid Challenging Market Conditions
10.2.2023
Bitcoin exchange LocalBitcoins has announced its closure after serving customers for more than 10 years citing the ongoing bear market.
In a recent posting on its website, the exchange said it would be shutting down in the coming weeks due to tough market conditions. The platform said they...
Bitcoin Exchange LocalBitcoins to Close, Citing Market Conditions
9.2.2023
The Finnish exchange is set to close this month as it reacts to the "ongoing very cold crypto winter."
US banking giant BNY Mellon says digital assets are 'here to stay'
9.2.2023
Despite most of the cryptocurrency market being down 60% from all time highs, Demissie said the digital asset industry is “here to stay.”
Small Victory for Sam Bankman-Fried: Prosecutors Resolve Dispute Over Bail Conditions – Here's What Happened
7.2.2023
After a tumultuous month for disgraced FTX boss Sam Bankman-Fried (SBF), finally prosecutors have given ground.
January was difficult for SBF. Despite being sat in home arrest in California, on a $250m bond. Last week US District Judge Lewis Kaplan imposed severe restrictions on...
Sam Bankman-Fried Negotiating Bail Conditions: Court Filing
3.2.2023
Bankman-Fried’s current bail conditions bar contact with current or former employees of FTX and Alameda Research, something that the disgraced founder is alleged to be doing