Stablecoins and staking services will be covered by the regulations which will provide clarity for the crypto sector in the United Kingdom. UK Looking to Attract Crypto Companies The United Kingdom (U.K.) plans to share a legislative framework to regulate the cryptocurrency industry early next year, as the U.K. attempts to keep up with crypto […]
This week, the crypto economy soared to an astounding $ 3.29 trillion. Bitcoin (BTC) rose by 10%, while ether (ETH) followed closely with a 9% uptick. Meanwhile, a wide array of alternative digital currencies posted impressive gains, with many achieving growth in the double- and even triple-digit range. From DOGE to XLM, Crypto Market …
PRESS RELEASE. As cryptocurrency adoption grows, the cypherpunk spirit appears to be fading. The crypto anarchists who started it all often find themselves outnumbered and have their voices drowned out by misguided speculators who are more than willing to surrender their privacy and sovereignty in exchange for some price pumps. However, these cypherpunk principles are […]
The U.S. Justice Department has announced the seizure of Popeyetools, a cybercrime marketplace, and unmasked its role in illicit cryptocurrency transactions. Administrators Abdul Ghaffar, Abdul Sami, and Javed Mirza were charged with selling stolen financial data and facilitating crimes involving ransomware and fraud. Since 2016, Popeyetools generated $ 1.7 million in revenue, partly from …
A federal grand jury in Miami has charged nine individuals with laundering U.S. drug proceeds into cryptocurrency for Mexican and Colombian cartels, utilizing “a network of black market cryptocurrency launderers and unlicensed money transmitters,” according to the U.S. Department of Justice. From 2020 to 2023, defendants allegedly coordinated cash pickups from U.S. drug sales, converting […]
Charles Schwab is preparing to launch spot cryptocurrency trading as U.S. regulations evolve, with leadership signaling optimism amid a shifting regulatory and competitive landscape. Charles Schwab Eyes Major Crypto Expansion as US Regulations Evolve Rick Wurster, the incoming CEO of Charles Schwab Corp., has revealed the company’s readiness to offer spot cryptocurrency trading, pending favorable […]
Donald Trump’s victory signaled a vital shift in crypto sentiment, moving from cynicism to a defiant belief in the growth of cryptocurrencies in the U.S. Crypto to Witness Massive Gains Under Trump Presidency Bybit, a cryptocurrency exchange, and Blocks Scholes published their latest institutional report with key takeaways from the U.S. election and the crypto […]
A new study reveals that the United States leads in both scam and failed crypto projects. US Leads in Crypto Scams, Study Finds According to a study examining more than 1,500 crypto projects, U.S. founders account for 43.4% of all identified scam crypto projects in 2024. Between January and October, the country’s share of total […]
A Shanghai court ordered a partial refund after ruling a token fundraising contract illegal, citing violations of Chinese financial regulations. Token Fundraising Faces a Major Setback in a Shanghai Court Judgment The Shanghai High Court published details on Wechat Monday about a crypto-related case highlighting the legal complexities of virtual currency activities in China. The […]
Donald Trump’s administration is reportedly considering a “crypto czar” role to oversee crypto policy, signaling sweeping changes in U.S. cryptocurrency regulation and innovation strategy. Crypto Czar Role Looms as Trump White House Eyes Bold Policy Overhaul President-elect Donald Trump’s incoming administration is reportedly considering a new White House role focused solely on cryptocurrency policy, according […]
Residents can now use cryptocurrency to legally purchase real estate in South Africa in a first-of-its-kind offering. Real Estate Purchases Made Easy With Crypto Schindlers Digital Assets along with Schindlers Attorneys and Broll Auctions and Sales have developed the first legally-compliant process for crypto holders in South Africa to buy real estate with bitcoin or […]
History has shown that great technological shifts create vast wealth. Crypto, the next frontier, is no exception. Decentralized Wealth Will Surpass All Previous Tech Revolutions The first trillionaire will emerge from the crypto world. Like past tech booms created billionaires, crypto will generate wealth on an even larger scale. Blockchain and decentralized finance (defi) are […]
A young trader pulled off a pump-and-dump scheme on the coin called QUANT token, but the crypto community countered by rallying the token’s price. Trader Live Streams Token Dump A pump-and-dump coin created by an unidentified young trader saw its market capitalization continue to surge hours after he dumped his holdings on unsuspecting users. Although […]
Russia’s governmental commission on electricity development approved cryptocurrency mining restrictions on Monday, set to take effect on Dec. 1 with subsequent enforcement covering Nov. 15 to March 15 annually through 2031. Deputy Energy Minister Yevgeny Grabchak confirmed the decision, which targets 13 regions, including Irkutsk, Buryatia, and Transbaikal, excluding Moscow. The extended enforcement periods were […]
A crypto mining firm faces a $ 14 million penalty after admitting to a $ 2.5 million bribery scheme to secure a Japanese casino contract, which ultimately failed. A Mining Empire’s Downfall: Bribery Scandal Leads to Global Fallout The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) have …