Cryptocurrency Wallet

A malware campaign disguised as fake crypto apps has exposed over 10 million people worldwide by stealing their personal and crypto data. The malware spreads through deceptive ads and targets browser extensions like MetaMask to access users’ wallets and credentials.

Nancy Jones lost $17 million in XRP after her former partner, Kirk West, allegedly stole her crypto wallet and cash from her home. West was arrested and faces charges, but some of the stolen cryptocurrency is still missing.

Samsung Pay is now linked to the Coinbase app, letting users in the US and Canada buy and trade crypto more easily without switching apps. The update makes payments faster and safer, helping more people use crypto on their phones.

Telegram has launched a built-in crypto wallet for users in the US, allowing them to send, receive, and manage digital money inside the app. The wallet, called TON Wallet, works without extra apps and gives users full control of their funds.

Western Union is testing stablecoin payments in Latin America and Africa to make money transfers faster and cheaper. The move follows a new US law that supports stablecoin use, and the company may launch the service later this year.

Thailand is testing a crypto sandbox to let tourists change digital assets into Thai baht for local spending. Approved exchanges will handle the conversions, with spending limits and ID checks to meet national rules.

Coinbase launched the Base App, turning its wallet into an all-in-one platform for crypto, payments, chat, and social features. It connects to the Base blockchain and aims to attract everyday users, not just traders.

A man jailed for a major crypto theft has had his prison sentence raised to 12 years after refusing to return any of the stolen funds. The judge criticised him for living in luxury without paying back the $20 million he owes.

Major cryptocurrency exchange Bybit has landed on the grounds of Georgia, making it the first exchange to have a full license to offer digital assets trading to local investors.

From January 2026, crypto traders in the UK must give personal details to platforms or face fines of up to £300. The new rules aim to stop tax evasion and will require both users and crypto companies to report more information to HMRC.