Suspect in $190M Nomad hack to be extradited to the US: Report
An Israeli-Russian citizen alleged to be behind the $190 million Nomad bridge hack is reportedly being extradited to the US to face possible money laundering charges.A Russian-Israeli citi...
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Bitcoin sell-off to $93.5K is a brief hiccup — Data still supports new BTC highs in 2025
Bitcoin price opened the week with a correction, but strong interest from institutional investors keeps the $100,000 target within reasonable reach.Key takeaways:Bi...
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Florida takes strategic Bitcoin reserve bills off the table
Florida’s House Bill 487 and Senate Bill 550 have been “indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration.”Two Florida crypto bills have been removed from the legislative proce...
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US Treasury sanctions Myanmar militia group for alleged crypto scams
The Karen National Army joins a long list of organizations sanctioned by the agency, including terrorist groups and cybercrime units.The United States Department of the Treasury has sancti...
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Binance co-founder CZ proposes Bitcoin, BNB for Kyrgyzstan reserves
Kyrgyzstan signed a memorandum of understanding with Binance to launch Binance Pay in the country.Binance co-founder Changpeng “CZ” Zhao has proposed Bitcoin and BNB as the first digit...
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Strategy, Semler bag 2K Bitcoin as price edged toward $100K last week
Michael Saylor’s Strategy slowed Bitcoin buying last week as BTC neared $100,000, while Semler Scientific ramped up its crypto investments.Michael Saylor’s Strategy, one of the world...
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VanEck files for BNB ETF, first in US
The asset manager is the first to attempt listing an ETF holding the native token of Binance's BNB Chain.Asset manager VanEck has asked US regulators for permission to list an exchange-tra...
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New York district gets interim US Attorney as ex-SafeMoon CEO trial kicks off
The US Attorney's Office overseeing the criminal case against the former CEO of SafeMoon will be headed by a Trump appointee for up to 120 days.Acting US Attorney for the Eastern District ...
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Bitcoin investors’ expectations evolve as 88% of BTC supply is in profit
88% of Bitcoin’s supply is in profit below $95,000, highlighting a shift in BTC investor expectations.Key Takeaways:88% of Bitcoin’s supply is in profit below $...
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Tron says DAO X hack cost victims $45K, Curve Finance also hit
The X accounts of Curve Finance and Tron DAO were recently taken over by scammers, adding to the growing list of high-profile account takeovers.A hacker who took over the Tron DAO X accoun...
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New crypto bill draft seen to curb big crypto firm influence
The latest crypto markets draft bill could democratize crypto participation due to a rule that would require crypto project members to disclose crypto token holdings above 1% of total supply....
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Fresh $1B in Tether mints on Tron, closing gap again with Ethereum
Tron was ahead of Ethereum for USDT circulation between 2022 and 2024, and it is poised to reclaim that position.The Tron network has drawn closer to regaining the lead from Ethereum in Te...
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Price predictions 5/5: SPX, DXY, BTC, ETH, XRP, BNB, SOL, DOGE, ADA, SUI
Steady purchasing demand at Bitcoin’s lower support levels is keeping the pressure on the $95,000 BTC resistance zone.Key points:Bitcoin is witnessing a tough bat...
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OpenAI to stay nonprofit, scrap proposed overhaul
The change won't comprise the ChatGPT-maker's ability to raise funds for development, CEO Sam Altman said.ChatGPT-maker OpenAI has abandoned plans to become a for-profit company and reaffi...
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Good actors were ‘unfairly targeted’ by SEC — OpenSea's CEO
The ending of enforcement actions against several crypto firms, indicates a changing tide when it comes to crypto regulation, says Finzer.The Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) e...
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Trump’s crypto dealings face scrutiny as House Republicans unveil digital asset bill
California Representative Maxine Waters intends to conduct a hearing to explore whether Donald Trump has personally profited from crypto via his position as US president.US President Donal...
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What do crypto users want to happen to Alex Mashinsky?
The former CEO of Celsius Network is scheduled to appear before a judge for sentencing after pleading guilty to two felony charges in December.Crypto users are weighing in as Alex Mashinsk...
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What will Bitcoin price be if gold hits $5K?
Gold’s potential march toward $5,000 raises the stakes for Bitcoin, with historical trends hinting at a surge to $155,000 or beyond if conditions align.Key takeaways: ...
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Ripple commits $25M to US school nonprofits
The grant to education nonprofits DonorsChoose and Teach For America is in Ripple USD and aims to support teachers, students and innovation in education....
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Trump to host memecoin gala dinner amid backlash, impeachment calls
President Trump plans a May 22 dinner for top TRUMP memecoin holders amid criticism, calls for impeachment and scrutiny over a $2 billion UAE crypto deal....
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How a $243 million crypto heist led to a real-world kidnapping
The $243 million Bitcoin heist orchestrated by Veer Chetal, Malone Lam and others led to a stunning kidnapping in Connecticut....
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Bitcoin to $1M ‘by 2029,’ CIA tips its hat to Bitcoin: Hodler’s Digest, April 27 – May 3
Bitwise says its “in house” prediction for Bitcoin is $1 million by 2029, deputy CIA director says Bitcoin “here to stay” — Hodler’s Digest...
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Japanese porn star’s coin red flags, Alibaba-linked L2 runs at 100K TPS: Asia Express
Investors ignore warnings as porn star’s Mikami memecoin raises millions, Alibaba subsidiary’s Ethereum L2 promises 100,000 TPS. Asia Express.Japanese porn star and pop singer Yua Mikami has launched a new memecoin project on...
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Crypto wanted to overthrow banks, now it’s becoming them in stablecoin fight
Crypto once sought to replace banks. Now, in the fight over stablecoins, it’s forced to play by the same rules and get the same licenses.Crypto firms are no longer just challe...
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ZK-proofs are bringing smart contracts to Bitcoin — BitcoinOS and Starknet
BitcoinOS and Starknet are on the verge of adding smart contract functionality to Bitcoin — with, or without, the controversial OP_CAT fork.BitcoinOS and Starknet arent...
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TV hit Peaky Blinders to launch crypto game, FIFA Rivals on Polkadot: Web3 Gamer
Global TV hit Peaky Blinders will launch a crypto spin-off in 2026. The makers say it “could be THE game to take Web3 Gaming mainstream.”If youve played the FIFA soccer/football video game anytime in the past few decades, youll ...
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Bitcoin $100K hopes on ice, SBF’s mysterious prison move: Hodler’s Digest, April 20 – 26
Crypto analysts are casting doubt over Bitcoin’s return to $100,000, Sam Bankman-Fried moves prison: Hodler’s DigestMichael Saylor, the CEO of top ...
Read MorePokémon on Sui rumors, Polymarket bets on Filipino Pope: Asia Express
Clues suggest that Pokémon is headed to Sui, a Filipino Cardinal is a leading Pope candidate on Polymarket, and more. Asia ExpressPokmon and crypto fans are speculating that the beloved monster-collecting universe could be takin...
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Crypto AI tokens surge 34%, why ChatGPT is such a kiss-ass: AI Eye
Crypto AI tokens are now more popular than memecoins, robot butlers arrive, plus why does ChatGPT constantly kiss your ass? AI Eye.The crypto AI sector is showing signs of life, with the combined market cap increasing by more than on...
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Ethereum is destroying the competition in the $16.1T TradFi tokenization race
Ethereum’s lead in the $16.1T tokenization race could slip away if maxis don’t insist it’s the only acceptable source for truth for RWAs.For years, the default assumption in the ...
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Former Love Island star’s tips on how to go viral in crypto: Van00sa, X Hall of Flame
Former Love Island Australia star turned crypto influencer, Vanessa Sierra, shares her secrets for going viral in crypto.Vanessa Sierra went on Australian national television to find love but that didnt work ...
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Altcoin season to hit in Q2? Mantra’s plan to win trust: Hodler’s Digest, April 13 – 19
Swiss bank Sygnum says altcoins may see a resurgence in Q2 2025, Mantra CEO plans team token burn: Hodler’s DigestMantra CEO John Mullin said he is ...
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Uni students crypto ‘grooming’ scandal, 67K scammed by fake women: Asia Express
Korea’s “cage pumping” crypto market manipulation, Chinese exchange grooming scandal, 67K scammed in Indian pig butchering con. Asia Express.Major cryptocurrency exchanges are under fire over allegations th...
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Crypto ‘more taboo than OnlyFans,’ says Violetta Zironi, who sold song for 1 BTC
Former X Factor star Violetta Zironi, sold a song for 1 BTC and generated 340 ETH in sales but says OnlyFans performers get more respect....
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Your AI ‘digital twin’ can take meetings and comfort your loved ones
AI replicas trained on your digital footprint can take meetings, answer questions from clients and comfort loved ones after you die.If artificial intelligence could stand in for you, take your meetings, answer your...
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Riskiest, most ‘addictive’ crypto game of 2025, PIXEL goes multi-game: Web3 Gamer
Risk-to-earn game Cambria is so good pro-gamer Inhuman forgot to shower for two days. Plus, Pixels token goes “multi-game”: Web3 Gamer.Season 2 of Cambriathe risk-to-earn game thats like if Hunger Games and crypto had a babyjust launched...
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Bitcoin eyes $100K by June, Shaq to settle NFT lawsuit, and more: Hodler’s Digest, April 6 – 12
Shaquille O’Neal cleared to settle Astrals NFT lawsuit, Bitcoin $100K target still in play, and more: Hodler’s DigestFormer NBA star Shaquille ONeal has ...
Read MoreIllegal arcade disguised as … a fake Bitcoin mine? Soldier scams in China: Asia Express
South Korean police bust illegal gaming arcade LARPing as a legit Bitcoin mine, fake soldiers rob women of crypto in China. Asia Express.In a scam that combined a fake relationship, fake crypto and real doorbells, a woman in Xuzh...
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UK’s Orwellian AI murder prediction system, will AI take your job? AI Eye
Secret UK government “Murder Prediction’ AI system revealed, deepfake lawyer struck off, Kawasaki’s bizarre rideable robot horse: AI Eye.Pressure group Statewatch has revealed the UKs Ministry of Justice has been working ...
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Memecoin degeneracy is funding groundbreaking anti-aging research
What if you could harness the power of memecoin degeneracy to solve the biggest problems humanity has ever faced: aging and death?Memecoins generate a lot of financial activity without creating much real-world impact.But what if you could harness the ...
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3 reasons Ethereum could turn a corner: Kain Warwick, X Hall of Flame
Former ETH maxi, Infinex’s Kain Warwick, revealed he has sold 90% of his Ethereum — but he’s not giving up on it just yet. X Hall of FlameInfinex founder Kain Warwick has a few ideas on how hype could ret...
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Bitcoin heading to $70K soon? Crypto baller funds SpaceX flight: Hodler’s Digest, March 30 – April 5
A crypto analyst eyes Bitcoin’s potential retrace to $70K, a crypto investor funds a SpaceX flight, and more: Hodler’s DigestBitMEX co-founder and former CEO Arthur Hayes says US President Donald Trump’s tariffs may rattle the global economy ...
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New ‘MemeStrategy’ Bitcoin firm by 9GAG, jailed CEO’s $3.5M bonus: Asia Express
9GAG founder’s new “MemeStrategy” firm will buy Bitcoin for reserves, jailed Bithumb CEO paid $3.5M in salary and bonuses. Asia ExpressThe creator of meme culture pioneer 9GAG is diving headfirst into Bitcoin and blockchain, ...
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XRP win leaves Ripple and industry with no crypto legal precedent set
The SEC backed down in the Ripple case, but the industry remains in the dark on key legal questions with no precedent set.UPDATE: The headline has been updated to reflect Ripple’s clarification the “bad act...
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Financial nihilism in crypto is over — It’s time to dream big again
The crypto industry needs to believe in something again, says Joe Lubin, Kain Warwick, Paolo Ardoino and Scott Melker.For crypto fans who came of age during earlier erasback when Bitcoin was going to bank the unbanked and stop all wars, or even during th...
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GUN token’s $69M milestone, Pudgy Penguins go to LOL Land: Web3 Gamer
Has Off The Grid fired the starting GUN for the gaming supercycle? Pudgy Penguins meet Monopoly on Ice in LOL Land, and more: Web3 Gamer.After five months of anticipation, the most exciting Web3 game of 2024 finally rolled out its...
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Bitcoin ATH sooner than expected? XRP may drop 40%, and more: Hodler’s Digest, March 23 – 29
A crypto analyst is eyeing off a sooner timeframe for Bitcoin all-time highs, XRP may retrace up to 40%, and more: Hodler’s DigestBitcoin will ...
Read MoreBitcoiner sex trap extortion? BTS firm’s blockchain disaster: Asia Express
Chinese influencer denies links to honeytrap scam after promising sex to any Bitcoiner, BTS firm’s $350 blockchain revenue: Asia Express.A viral crypto influencers spend the night with BTC holders stunt has tak...
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‘Chernobyl’ needed to wake people to AI risks, Studio Ghibli memes: AI Eye
The sad story behind those Studio Ghibli memes, humans require a “modest death event” to understand AGI risk, robots in homes trials: AI Eye.Social media feeds were overrun this week w...
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Arbitrum co-founder skeptical of move to based and native rollups: Steven Goldfeder
Arbitrum co-founder Steven Goldfeder has ruled out the L2 becoming a based rollup and was circumspect about becoming a native rollup too.Offchain Labs CEO Steven Goldfeders crypto origin story is classic geek gold. As a stude...
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Ex-Alameda hire on ‘pressure’ to not blow up Backpack exchange: Armani Ferrante, X Hall of Flame
Early Solana proponent Armani Ferrante says FTX and Alameda are his guiding light for what not to do with Backpack Exchange.Former Alameda Research employee turned crypto exchange founder Armani Ferrante kno...
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Here’s what happened in crypto today
Need to know what happened in crypto today? Here is the latest news on daily trends and events impacting Bitcoin price, blockchain, DeFi, NFTs, Web3 and crypto regulation.Today in crypto, ...
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Bitcoin vs. digital fiat is freedom vs. serfdom
Bitcoin, as decentralized and censorship-resistant money, protects financial sovereignty from monetary subjugation by CBDCs and stablecoins and defends against the failures of financial institutions....
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US Senate crypto bills stall amid Trump ties and ethics concerns
Trump’s $2 billion stablecoin deal with UAE-backed MGX triggers ethics probe, jeopardizing Senate progress on stablecoin legislation.Efforts to pass crypto legislation in the US Senate f...
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Bitcoin Core to unilaterally remove controversial OP-Return limit
The change will remove a limit on the amount of arbitrary data that can be added to Bitcoin transactions.Bitcoin Core developers have decided to remove a limit on transaction data in the n...
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Celsius’ Mashinsky lashes out at ‘death-in-prison sentence’
Mashinsky pleaded guilty in December 2024 to commodities fraud and manipulating the price of CEL, earning $48 million by selling his holdings before Celsius collapsed.Alex Mashinsky, the f...
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eToro aims for $4B valuation, $500M raise for US IPO
Stock and crypto trading platform eToro is looking at a $500 million raise to value it at $4 billion when it goes public in the US.The Israel-based eToro Group says it’s looking for a va...
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Samourai Wallet says feds hid advice that crypto mixer was in the clear
Lawyers for Samourai Wallet’s founders claim prosecutors hid for over a year and a half that the Treasury told them the crypto mixer likely didn’t need a license.Samourai Wallet’s la...
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Crypto market manipulation schemes are becoming increasingly coordinated
As crypto market manipulation evolves, highly organized networks coordinate sophisticated schemes across exchanges, threatening market integrity. Collective vigilance and data sharing can protect the ecosystem....
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Cointelegraph and TheBlock announce strategic media partnership to strengthen global Web3 and virtual asset collaboration
Cointelegraph partners with TheBlock to boost tokenization, compliance and real-world asset adoption in the MENA region through joint events and coverage.Dubai, UAE – May 2025...
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