Binance founder CZ's Giggle Academy X account was hacked to share phishing links, highlighting rising crypto phishing threats causing over $800 million in losses. While restored, no official confirmation has come from CZ or Co-Founder Yi He.
KikyoSince Trump's election, Bitcoin has seen a surge of 230,000 new funded wallets, signalling strong retail interest driven by FOMO. This influx of new investors is contributing to Bitcoin's price stability and pushing its dominance in the crypto market above 50%.
WeatherlySEC Chair Gary Gensler recently expressed pride in his tenure, amidst speculation about his resignation. With rising tensions between the SEC and the cryptocurrency industry, a successor would likely need to rebuild relations. But does Gensler’s statement hint at a departure, or will he finish his term?
CatherineNFT sales surged to $181 million in the week ending 17 November 2024, driven by the broader cryptocurrency market rally, particularly Bitcoin's rise. Ethereum and Bitcoin led the market, while other blockchains like Solana also contributed to the rebound.
AnaisDoodles and McDonald’s are collaborating this holiday season, featuring Doodles' rainbow-themed designs on McCafe cups starting 18 November.
KikyoNigeria is tightening crypto regulations to tackle fraud, introducing hefty fines and jail terms while freezing over 1,100 traders’ bank accounts. These measures, though aiming to protect citizens, risk deterring investors and stifling innovation.
WeatherlyThe Thala token dropped 35% to $0.51 after the hack but has rebounded to $0.6116. Despite recovering the funds, farming functions remain suspended for security.
CatherinePolish presidential candidate Sławomir Mentzen promises to transform Poland into a "cryptocurrency haven" by creating a Bitcoin reserve and adopting crypto-friendly policies if elected. His vision reflects growing Bitcoin adoption in Poland, where millions now own the cryptocurrency, and he aims to leverage it as a key asset for the nation's future.
WeatherlyA graduate student received a disturbing message from Google’s Gemini AI chatbot, telling him to "please die," leaving him shaken. Google called it an isolated incident, but the event raised concerns about the potential harm AI can cause and the responsibility tech companies should bear for harmful content.
JoyHeather Morgan, aka "Razzlekhan," received 18 months for laundering funds from the 2016 Bitfinex hack, while her husband, Ilya Lichtenstein, got five years for stealing 119,754 BTC. The sentencing disparity sparks debate: is justice fairly applied or inconsistent?
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