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Code is Law Documentary Spotlights Crypto Hacks and a Teenage Thief's Escape

Code is Law Documentary Spotlights Crypto Hacks and a Teenage Thief's Escape

A new documentary titled Code is Law has hit screens, pulling back the curtain on a wave of brazen thefts and hacks in the cryptocurrency space. Hackers exploit vulnerabilities in digital systems to siphon away hundreds of millions in seconds, leaving developers and investors stunned. The film dives deep into

Elon Musk's SpaceX Moves $268 Million Dollars in Bitcoin Holdings

Elon Musk's SpaceX Moves $268 Million Dollars in Bitcoin Holdings

SpaceX has executed a significant Bitcoin transfer, moving 2,495 BTC valued at approximately $268 million to new wallet addresses. This marks the aerospace company's first major onchain activity involving its Bitcoin reserves in three months, with the previous movement occurring back in July. Blockchain analytics firm Arkham

Crypto Platform Blockchain.com in Talks to Go Public via SPAC Deal

Crypto Platform Blockchain.com in Talks to Go Public via SPAC Deal

Blockchain.com, a long time and prominent player in the cryptocurrency space, has engaged in early discussions about pursuing a public listing through a special purpose acquisition company merger. According to reports, the firm has explored this route as a pathway to debut on the US stock market. Sources indicate

Ocean Protocol Departs ASI Alliance Igniting FET Token Feud

Ocean Protocol Departs ASI Alliance Igniting FET Token Feud

The artificial intelligence space in cryptocurrency took a dramatic turn this month as Ocean Protocol severed ties with the ASI Alliance, casting a shadow over what was once hailed as a groundbreaking merger of AI-driven blockchain projects. Formed in March 2024, the alliance united Fetch.ai, Ocean Protocol, and SingularityNET

Bitcoin Struggles in Volatile October Amid Escalating US China Trade Tensions

Bitcoin Struggles in Volatile October Amid Escalating US China Trade Tensions

Bitcoin and the broader crypto market entered the week with cautious hope after a sharp sell-off triggered by the United States imposing 100% tariffs on China. The digital asset briefly climbed back toward recovery levels, but fresh pressures from the escalating trade conflict sent prices tumbling once more. As of

DeFi Development Corp Expands Solana Portfolio to $426 Million

DeFi Development Corp Expands Solana Portfolio to $426 Million

DeFi Development Corp., a key player in the cryptocurrency investment space, has made a significant move by acquiring 86,307 additional Solana tokens at an average price of $110.91 each. This latest transaction brings the company’s total Solana holdings to 2,195,926 tokens, positioning it as one

Huobi Crypto Exchange Founder Li Lin Spearheads Billion Dollar Ethereum Treasury

Huobi Crypto Exchange Founder Li Lin Spearheads Billion Dollar Ethereum Treasury

Li Lin, the founder Huobi, one of Asia’s pioneering cryptocurrency exchanges, is taking a significant step into the institutional side of digital assets. He is leading the formation of a new trust dedicated to accumulating Ethereum as a core treasury holding. This venture brings together some of the region’

MrBeast Files Trademark for MrBeast Financial Banking and Crypto Platform

MrBeast Files Trademark for MrBeast Financial Banking and Crypto Platform

Jimmy Donaldson, better known as MrBeast, continues to expand his empire beyond YouTube videos. The creator with over 445 million subscribers recently submitted a trademark application for MrBeast Financial through his company Beast Holdings LLC. This move points toward a new chapter in fintech where entertainment meets financial services, including

Ethereum’s Institutional Moment Builds as Tom Lee Gains Saylor’s Praise

Ethereum’s Institutional Moment Builds as Tom Lee Gains Saylor’s Praise

Michael Saylor, executive chairman and co-founder of Strategy, formerly known as MicroStrategy, took the stage at the BTC in DC 2025 conference to outline the transformation of the cryptocurrency sector. Speaking at the Kennedy Center this week, Saylor described how the early days of crypto have given way to a

Bitcoin Prices Face Sharp Decline Amid Renewed US China Trade Pressures

Bitcoin Prices Face Sharp Decline Amid Renewed US China Trade Pressures

Bitcoin prices are going through another turbulent session on October 16, 2025, as prices have slipped to a low of around $107,662, before clawing back to around $108,580 at the time of publishing. This movement extends a correction that gripped the market last week, where prices tumbled from

Trump Family Has Made Over $1 Billion in Crypto Profits

Trump Family Has Made Over $1 Billion in Crypto Profits

The Trump family has built a substantial fortune in the cryptocurrency space over the past year, amassing more than $1 billion in pre-tax gains from various digital asset projects. This development comes during President Donald Trump's second term, which has seen a surge in interest for Trump-linked tokens

Coinbase Adds BNB to Token Roadmap, Expanding Listing Strategy

Coinbase Adds BNB to Token Roadmap, Expanding Listing Strategy

Coinbase has taken a significant step by adding BNB, the native token powering Binance’s ecosystem, to its official listing roadmap. This development marks the first instance where the U.S.-based exchange has openly supported a key asset from its primary global rival. Trading for BNB will commence once

Sam Bankman-Fried Accuses Biden Admin of Targeting Him Over Republican Donations

Sam Bankman-Fried Accuses Biden Admin of Targeting Him Over Republican Donations

Sam Bankman-Fried (SBF), the founder of the now-defunct FTX cryptocurrency exchange, has resurfaced with fresh allegations against the Biden administration. In a social media post shared on Wednesday, he described his 2022 arrest as a politically charged move tied to his shift in political donations. The claims come as he

DOJ Dismisses Charges in Roger Ver Bitcoin Jesus Tax Settlement Case

DOJ Dismisses Charges in Roger Ver Bitcoin Jesus Tax Settlement Case

Roger Ver, early Bitcoin and cryptocurrency advocate, widely known as “Bitcoin Jesus,” has finalized a settlement with the U.S. Department of Justice that brings an end to his tax evasion case. The DOJ announced on Tuesday that it filed to dismiss the indictment against Ver after he entered a

US Seizes Record Bitcoin Haul Worth $15 Billion in Cambodian Crypto Fraud Empire

US Seizes Record Bitcoin Haul Worth $15 Billion in Cambodian Crypto Fraud Empire

The United States government has taken possession of approximately 127,271 Bitcoin valued at around $15 billion, marking the largest forfeiture action in the history of the Department of Justice. This seizure has pushed the nation's total Bitcoin reserves above $32 billion at current market prices, a significant

Elon Musk Links Bitcoin Strength to Unprintable Energy Amid Surging AI Demands

Elon Musk Links Bitcoin Strength to Unprintable Energy Amid Surging AI Demands

A recent exchange on social media between financial commentator ZeroHedge and Tesla CEO Elon Musk highlights the growing intersection of artificial intelligence, national security, and Bitcoin. ZeroHedge pointed out that the escalating costs of AI development resemble a modern arms race, with governments in the United States and China likely

Steak ‘n Shake Walks Back Ethereum Payments Promise Despite Overwhelming Support

Steak ‘n Shake Walks Back Ethereum Payments Promise Despite Overwhelming Support

Steak ‘n Shake has reversed course on adding Ethereum as a payment option at its restaurants, opting instead to maintain its exclusive focus on Bitcoin. The fast-food chain, which launched Bitcoin payments across its U.S. locations in May, drew significant attention with a recent poll on X that had

Bitcoin Core Version 30 Released Expanding OP_RETURN Limit Sparking Debate

Bitcoin Core Version 30 Released Expanding OP_RETURN Limit Sparking Debate

Core developers unveiled version 30.0 over the weekend, marking a significant step forward for the software that powers the Bitcoin network. This update focuses on refining node architecture to improve usability and introducing measures to bolster performance and security. Node operators now have access to tools that streamline interactions

Major Chinese Investment Bank Pursues $600 Million in Funding for BNB Treasury

Major Chinese Investment Bank Pursues $600 Million in Funding for BNB Treasury

China Renaissance Holdings Ltd., a major Chinese investment bank, has entered discussions to secure approximately $600 million for a new public investment vehicle centered on BNB, the cryptocurrency linked to Binance Holdings Ltd. Bloomberg first reported this development, drawing from insights provided by individuals close to the negotiations. The Beijing

Bitcoin and Crypto Market Rebounds Following Massive Weekend Sell-Off

Bitcoin and Crypto Market Rebounds Following Massive Weekend Sell-Off

Major cryptocurrencies including Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana have shown signs of recovery after a sharp sell-off that started on Friday and extended through the weekend. The downturn led to significant liquidations across the market, affecting millions of traders and causing widespread price drops. As Monday arrives, the initial panic appears

Binance Issues $283 Million in Payouts After Asset Depegs in Volatile Crypto Market

Binance Issues $283 Million in Payouts After Asset Depegs in Volatile Crypto Market

Binance announced on Sunday that it has paid out approximately $283 million to users affected by recent price depegs in three of its Earn products. The compensation addresses losses from a sharp market downturn on October 10, 2025, which led to temporary deviations in the values of Ethena’s USDe

Bitcoin Prices Face Renewed Pressure After Tariff Shock and Exchange Disruptions

Bitcoin Prices Face Renewed Pressure After Tariff Shock and Exchange Disruptions

Bitcoin’s price took another hit on Saturday October 11, 2025, as markets struggled to hold onto early gains following the sharp decline triggered by President Trump’s announcement of 100% tariffs on Chinese goods on Friday. The cryptocurrency dipped to a low of around $109,715 during the day

US Treasury Buys Argentine Pesos, But Bitcoin Remains the Stronger Bet

US Treasury Buys Argentine Pesos, But Bitcoin Remains the Stronger Bet

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced a direct intervention in Argentina’s currency market, revealing that the department purchased Argentine pesos to address acute illiquidity and bolster exchange rate stability. This action comes as part of broader efforts to back the economic reforms led by President Javier Milei, whose

President Trump Weighs Pardon for Binance Founder Changpeng Zhao

President Trump Weighs Pardon for Binance Founder Changpeng Zhao

President Donald Trump is reportedly weighing a presidential pardon for Changpeng Zhao, the founder and former chief executive of Binance, as discussions intensify within the White House. Financial journalist Charles Gasparino revealed that sources close to Zhao, widely known as CZ in cryptocurrency circles, expect a decision soon after months

Pavel Durov Warns of Free Internet Decline, Privacy Coins May Fill the Gap

Pavel Durov Warns of Free Internet Decline, Privacy Coins May Fill the Gap

Telegram founder Pavel Durov marked his 41st birthday on October 9, 2025, with a poignant reflection on the fading free internet. In a post that resonated widely across social platforms, he described the open digital landscape created by previous generations as a gift now at risk of vanishing. Durov urged