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Crypto

CoinDesk Fires Top Editors Amid Justin Sun Controversy

CoinDesk, a leading news outlet in the Bitcoin and crypto space, has fired three of its top editors. This decision comes on the heels of a contentious incident involving an article about Tron founder Justin Sun and his $6.2 million banana art stunt, raising serious questions about editorial independence

Ethereum

Trump's World Liberty Buys The Dip During Ethereum Price Slump

In a strategic move that underscores the volatile nature of cryptocurrency markets, World Liberty, a project tied to the Donald Trump family, has made a significant Ethereum purchase amidst a recent dip in the crypto market. The organization capitalized on the downward trend, investing a hefty $2.5 million in

Hack

Vivek Ramaswamy X Account Hacked, Posts About Partnership With Stablecoin Issuar

In a bizarre twist, Vivek Ramaswamy, a notable figure in the Trump administration, found his X account compromised and hacked. This led to a post from the hacker using his account to post about a fictitious partnership between the U.S. Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) and the stablecoin issuer

Bitcoin

Two Key Factors Why Bitcoin’s Price Crashed Today

The crypto market had a dramatic plunge this week, with Bitcoin going from an all time high of $108K a few days ago, dipping down to $95K today. The reverberations of this sharp price drop were felt across the board, with Ethereum also falling sharply to $3,600, alongside other

Bitcoin

El Salvador To Shutdown Chivo Wallet, Adjusts Bitcoin Strategy in IMF Agreement

El Salvador's bold venture into the world of Bitcoin has hit a significant roadblock with the recent $1.4 billion loan agreement from the International Monetary Fund (IMF). This deal, while a financial lifeline, comes with strings attached that could alter the trajectory of the country's

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Ilya Lichtenstein's Jailhouse Confession With Promises of Redemption

In a striking turn of events, Ilya Lichtenstein, the man convicted for the notorious 2016 Bitfinex hack, has released a video confession from prison, admitting his guilt and outlining a path towards redemption. This confession, made public this morning December 19, not only sheds light on the mechanics of one

Solana

Solana Dapps Hit Record $365 Million Revenue Thanks to Meme Coins

Solana has just shattered its own records, pushing decentralized application (dapp) revenue to an unprecedented $365 million in November 2024. This surge is largely fueled by the ever-popular meme coins and the infrastructure that supports them, drawing in a diverse crowd of crypto enthusiasts and traders alike. The Solana blockchain

Roger Ver

Roger Ver Appears on the Alex Jones Show to Discuss His Battle Against Political Persecution

In a recent segment aired today December 14, the Alex Jones Show delved deep into the contentious legal battles surrounding Roger Ver, an early Bitcoin advocate known as "Bitcoin Jesus." Alongside Ver's advocate, Tracy Thurman, and cryptocurrency expert Aaron Day, the discussion painted a vivid picture

Quantum Computing

New Research Report Reveals Quantum Threats to Bitcoin's Security Future

In the dynamic world of crypto, Bitcoin is grappling with a significant challenge posed by the advent of quantum computing. These machines, with their capability to solve intricate mathematical problems far quicker than traditional computers, could potentially decrypt the public-key cryptosystems like the Elliptic Curve Digital Signature Algorithm (ECDSA) that

Crypto

Exodus Crypto Wallet Company Gains Ground with NYSE American Listing Approval

Exodus Movement, the brains behind the popular Exodus crypto wallet, has secured approval to list its shares on the NYSE American. This pivotal moment is set to commence on December 18, with the company holding a substantial reserve of 1,900 BTC. This approval marks a notable turnaround from the

Crypto

Crypto-Skeptic SEC Commissioner Crenshaw's Renomination Cancelled by Senate

The U.S. Senate has decided against renominating Caroline Crenshaw, a Democrat known for her skepticism towards cryptocurrency, to her role as a Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Commissioner, according to Eleanor Terrett at Fox Business. The cancellation of her renomination hearing by the Senate Banking Committee marks a significant

Satoshi Nakamoto

Satoshi Nakamoto Surpasses Bill Gates and Michael Bloomberg as 15th Richest Person Worldwide

The mysterious creator of Bitcoin, known only by the pseudonym Satoshi Nakamoto, has now eclipsed some of the world's most renowned billionaires, according to the latest Forbes list. If included, Nakamoto would rank as the 15th richest individual globally, surpassing tech mogul Bill Gates and media magnate Michael

Crypto

Buy These Three Cryptos Before The Santa Claus Rally

As we approach the end of the year, the crypto market often witnesses what's known as the Santa Claus rally, where prices of digital assets can surge to new heights. With Bitcoin already setting records, the anticipation for other cryptocurrencies to follow suit is palpable. Here's

Zano

Zano Matrix Unveiled: Pioneering Privacy in Decentralized Messaging

The Zano project has just elevated its ecosystem to another level with the launch of Zano Matrix, a secure, private messaging platform that integrates the power of Matrix's decentralized communication protocol with the unique identity verification of Zano aliases. This move not only ensures privacy and security but

Dash

InLeo Teams with Dash and Maya Protocol for a New Social Media Earnings Platform

InLeo, a microblogging service on the Hive blockchain, has forged a strategic partnership with Dash and Maya Protocol, aiming to transform how users earn and utilize cryptocurrency in their daily digital interactions. This partnership signifies a new era where the lines between social media engagement and financial gain blur, providing

Bitcoin

Santa's Crypto Gift List: Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Cardano

In a world where digital currencies have become as intriguing as the latest tech gadgets, we decided to ask an interesting hypothetical question to Bitcoin GPT, which is an AI with a deep understanding of cryptocurrencies. What if Santa Claus had a crypto wallet instead of a sack of toys?

Bitcoin

New Open-Source Malware Puts Bitcoin and Crypto Wallets at Risk

A new danger has surfaced that targets Bitcoin and crypto wallets. The MacOS Stealer Trojan, once a premium piece of malware sold for 1 BTC, has now been unleashed into the wild as open-source software. This shift dramatically increases its accessibility to cybercriminals, intensifying the threat level for MacOS users

Bitcoin Mining

Iran Suspects Bitcoin Mining For Persistent Power Outages

In recent weeks, Iran has been grappling with rolling power blackouts, disrupting life across the capital Tehran and numerous outlying provinces. Amid this chaos, Iran suspects a significant culprit: the energy-intensive practice of Bitcoin mining. Iran, long burdened by international sanctions due to its nuclear ambitions, faces a complex energy

Solana

Dan Morehead on CNBC's Fast Money Discusses Bitcoin Surge and Pantera's Big Bets on Solana and Toncoin

In a recent interview on CNBC's Fast Money, Dan Morehead of Pantera Capital shared insights that shed light on the investment strategies that have positioned Pantera at the forefront of the cryptocurrency boom. Morehead, known for his deep understanding of the market, discussed the remarkable performance of Bitcoin

Zano

Zano Lead Developers Speak About Privacy Revolution at Monerotopia

In the digital age, privacy has become a luxury, especially within the realm of cryptocurrency where every transaction can potentially be tracked. However, the Zano privacy project aims to change that. At Monerotopia 2024, Danny from The Crypto Show sat down with Zano's lead developers, Andrey Sabelnikov and

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Unraveling the $3 Million Ledger Hardware Wallet Phishing Scandal

In the world of digital assets, where security is paramount, a chilling story has unfolded around a significant security breach involving a Ledger Nano S hardware wallet. A person on X reported a staggering loss of 10 Bitcoin, amounting to approximately $1 million, alongside $1.5 million in Ethereum NFTs.

Coinbase

BiT Global Sues Coinbase Alleging Antitrust Violations Over WBTC Delisting

In a dramatic turn of events, BiT Global has launched a legal battle against Coinbase, accusing the leading US crypto exchange of engaging in anticompetitive practices. The lawsuit, filed on December 13, 2024, directly challenges Coinbase's decision to delist Wrapped Bitcoin (WBTC) from its platform, suggesting that the

Polygon

Polygon Proposal Aims to Turn Idle Stablecoins into Yield

The Polygon community is excited with discussions around a new proposal that could see over $1 billion in stablecoins currently sitting idle on its bridge transformed into an active source of yield (passive income). This initiative, spearheaded by Web3 risk provider Allez Labs alongside DeFi platforms Morpho and Yearn, seeks

Sui

SUI Surges into Top 15 Cryptocurrencies by Market Cap

SUI, a relatively new cryptocurrency project, is now ranking among the top 15 cryptocurrencies by market cap. As of the latest market data, SUI boasts a market cap over $14 billion, marking a significant milestone for this innovative blockchain platform. SUI, developed by Mysten Labs, is not just another cryptocurrency;

Solana

Solana Surges as the Go-to Blockchain for Developers Worldwide

Solana has just pulled off an incredible feat, dethroning Ethereum as the most attractive blockchain for new developers after nearly a decade of undisputed dominance. A recent study by Electric Capital reveals that Solana has welcomed 7,625 new developers into its fold in the last year alone, marking the