The cryptocurrency market may be struggling, but macro headwinds are not deterring investors from talking about digital assets on social media. According to a tweet by the market intelligence platform Santiment, topics that are driving crypto discussions across social media platforms today include liquidity, Solana, key opinion leaders (KOLs), holders, and the term “MCP.” Crypto...Read More
A recent asset disclosure by South Korea’s Public Officials Virtual Assets Rank List revealed that 20.1% of high-ranking public officials hold crypto, with their total reported holdings amounting to $9.83 million. The official with the largest virtual asset portfolio was Seoul City Council Member Kim Hye-young, who declared $1.16 million in digital assets. The Rankings...Read More
Binance has suspended a staff member accused of using insider information from a previous role at BNB Chain to front-run a token launch. The action follows an internal investigation launched on March 23 after a complaint was filed with the exchange’s internal audit team. The Investigation The suspect, who was part of the Binance Wallet...Read More
Carl Erik Rinsch, the director of “47 Ronin,” was arrested on March 18 in West Hollywood, California, after being indicted for wire fraud and money laundering. Prosecutors allege that he misused $11 million from a major streaming service, meant for his science fiction television series “White Horse,” on crypto trading. The $11M Fraud According to...Read More
South Korean prosecutors have launched an investigation into Bithumb over allegations that company funds were misused to purchase an apartment for its former CEO. The Seoul Southern District Prosecutors’ Office conducted a search and seizure operation on March 20 at the company’s headquarters in Yeoksam-dong, Seoul. The Alleged Purchase According to local media reports, Bithumb...Read More
The crypto market is stuck in “no man’s land,” with stagnation and speculation shaping its uncertain future. This is according to crypto analyst Aylo, who says the sector is struggling to find direction, with prices dropping significantly and triggers for bull runs becoming rare. Stagnation and Weak Demand Weigh on Crypto In a lengthy post...Read More
David Sacks, AI and czar for the White House, has criticized the media for what he described as an unfair portrayal of his decision to liquidate his digital asset holdings. He clarified that the move was not a reflection of lost confidence in digital assets but a necessary step to comply with government ethics rules....Read More
Vitalik Buterin sold 5,000 Dohrnii (DHN) tokens, which he had received for free from Dohrnii Labs, for $124,000, causing the token to lose half its value. This comes after repeated warnings from the Ethereum co-founder, advising projects not to send him tokens and instead donate directly to charity. DHN’s Price Drops by 50% According to...Read More
Australian authorities have charged Brendan Gunn, the brother of breakdancer Raygun, for his purported role in a crypto-related fraud scheme. The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) announced that Gunn is facing one count of dealing with money suspected to be the proceeds of crime. The Alleged Illegal Operations According to a March 5 statement,...Read More
Crypto traders are showing peak confidence in buying the latest market dip, but Santiment data suggests this optimism may be a prelude to more price drops. According to the on-chain analytics platform, discussions about “buying the dip” have reached their highest level in seven months, driven by Bitcoin’s plunge below $80,000. Looking for a True...Read More
A new study from the University of Georgia (UGA) has found that social media users are more likely to invest in crypto. The research concluded that engagement on platforms like YouTube, Reddit, and X increases the likelihood of investing in digital currencies. Social Media’s Influence on Crypto Investments The UGA review found that approximately half of...Read More
Adin Ross and Richard “FaZe Banks” Bengtson have revealed their intention to create a cryptocurrency-driven Grand Theft Auto 6 (GTA 6) server. The duo, both highly influential in the gaming and streaming communities, announced their plans during a livestream, highlighting their goal of integrating a custom digital token into the game’s economy. Rockstar’s Policies Could...Read More
Reports have emerged that India will review its approach to crypto following Donald Trump’s friendlier attitude to the sector. According to Reuters, Ajay Seth, India’s Economic Affairs Secretary, has said the government is revisiting its stance following changes in how other jurisdictions treat the asset class. A Change In Approach In a Sunday interview with...Read More
Jeff Park, Head of Strategy at Bitwise, believes that tariffs will ultimately be a powerful catalyst for Bitcoin’s long-term rise. This comes as the recent imposition of these charges by President Donald Trump has caused volatility in the crypto market. The Potential Impact of a Tariff War on Bitcoin In a February 2 post on...Read More
Two long-inactive Ethereum whales resurfaced after six years, moving an eye-popping 135,548 ETH valued at just under $400 million to Bitfinex hours before the crypto market came crashing down. The two wallets have been dormant since January 2019 and became active within hours of each other. Strategy or Coincidence? According to on-chain data shared by...Read More
The cryptocurrency market has witnessed significant turmoil following the release of China’s DeepSeek R1, an artificial intelligence (AI) model developed for a fraction of the cost of its competitors. While revolutionary in scope, its launch seems to have rattled the confidence of investors in both AI and crypto markets, leading to a selloff. DeepSeek Upsets...Read More
The U.S. Senate Banking Committee, led by Chairman Tim Scott, is reportedly planning to establish its first subcommittee dedicated to cryptocurrency. This initiative marks an important milestone in the Senate’s approach to regulating the digital assets industry. Cynthia Lummis Selected as Chair Fox Business reporter Eleanor Terret shared the development in a January 10 post...Read More
Artificial intelligence platform ai16z is contemplating launching a layer-1 (L1) blockchain network as part of a strategic overhaul of its tokenomics model. The proposed blockchain would position its native AI16Z token as the base currency for an interconnected ecosystem centered on artificial intelligence. A governance forum post shows that the AI platform is exploring the...Read More
The crypto market has shown dramatic shifts in narrative performance, with AI-driven technologies emerging as clear winners in the final month of 2024. In contrast, meme coins and modularity projects have experienced significant declines in the last 30 days. Winners and Losers The latest data from Web3 analytics platform Dexu AI shows that AI agents...Read More
Bitget, a Seychelles-based crypto exchange, has unified its native cryptocurrencies, Bitget Token (BGB) and Bitget Wallet Token (BWB), into a single utility token, BGB. The move has led to an impressive 22% rise in Bitget Token’s price in the last 24 hours, pushing it to an all-time high (ATH) of $8.45. In addition, the company...Read More
Richard Schueler, widely known as Richard Heart, the founder of Hex cryptocurrency, has been placed on Interpol’s global wanted list through a Red Notice. Issued at the request of Finnish authorities, it follows allegations of tax fraud and assault in the country. Tax Fraud and Assault Charges The Red Notice is a formal request to...Read More
U.S. President-elect Donald Trump has appointed former college football player Bo Hines to the new crypto council. Announced Sunday, Hines will be onboard as the executive director of the Presidential Council of Advisers for Digital Assets. Trump’s Crypto Council The 29-year-old acknowledged the appointment in a December 23 post on X, writing: “Thank you, Mr....Read More
Kim Nam-guk, a former South Korean lawmaker from the Democratic Party, is under legal scrutiny for allegedly concealing substantial cryptocurrency holdings in his 2021 and 2022 asset declarations. He is accused of omitting millions in crypto profits and transferring assets to bank accounts. Hidden Crypto Profits A local news outlet, Donga, prosecutors have requested a...Read More
Cryptocurrency enthusiasts are turning to meme coins over traditional assets like Bitcoin (BTC) and Binance Coin (BNB), according to the latest study conducted by Binance. The findings, released on December 18 as part of the Binance Global User Survey, sampled over 27,000 customers across Asia, Australia, Europe, Africa, and Latin America. Meme Coins Outpace Bitcoin...Read More
Federally approved digital asset securities platform Prometheum has filed a defamation lawsuit against crypto commentator Matthew Blumberg. The dispute stems from a November 6 post on X, where the critic accused the firm of operating “an illegal unregistered commodities exchange” and engaging in shady dealings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Free Speech...Read More
The Federal Court of Australia has imposed an $8 million fine on Bit Trade, the operator of the cryptocurrency exchange Kraken in the country, for offering an unapproved margin lending product to local customers. The penalty follows allegations by the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) that the firm violated financial regulations by failing to...Read More
According to the second annual Global Survey on Crypto and Web3 by Consensys, emerging markets are spearheading global cryptocurrency adoption. The report reveals that countries like Nigeria, South Africa, and the Philippines are driving significant growth in awareness, ownership, and participation in crypto-related activities. Emerging Markets at The Forefront The survey shows that 93% of...Read More
Coinbase has responded to allegations of unjust account restrictions following weeks of heated discourse on X. The exchange’s support account, @CoinbaseSupport, posted a detailed thread addressing the situation. Support Clears Out the FUD The controversy began after several users on X shared screenshots showing notices from Coinbase indicating transaction restrictions. One user tagged Sean Clarke,...Read More
The Financial Times (FT) has issued a controversial “apology” after Bitcoin breached the $100,000 mark on December 5, 2024. The apology, published on FT Alphaville, the publication’s daily news commentary service, was perceived by many as a backhanded admission of its failure to foresee Bitcoin’s rise. FT’s ‘Apology’ The article, written by Bryce Elder, City...Read More
Massachusetts Senator Elizabeth Warren is reportedly set to become the Ranking Member on the Senate Banking Committee, replacing Sherrod Brown after his exit. The shift comes despite major efforts by the cryptocurrency industry, which spent about $40 million to unseat Brown. Warren’s Upcoming Role Many crypto advocates saw the departure of the three-term Ohio senator,...Read More
