Largest ‘illicit online marketplace’ has grown 51% in 6 months: Elliptic
The world’s largest illicit online marketplace keeps growing following the launch of its own crypto products, according to Elliptic.
New UK Cybersecurity Proposals Aim to End Ransomware Payments in Public Sector
The UK government has unveiled groundbreaking proposals to combat ransomware attacks, focusing on safeguarding critical infrastructure such as hospitals, public services, and transportation networks. These measures aim to diminish the financial appeal of ransomware by banning all public sector entities, including the NHS and local councils, from making ransom payments. This ban extends current restrictions […]
Bitcoin breakout ‘likely no later’ than Jan FOMC meeting: 10x Research
Bitcoin’s price is primed for a breakout before the end-of-month FOMC meeting, but it could go either way, says a crypto analyst.
AI tokens pump as Franklin Templeton says agents will ‘revolutionize’ social media
AI agents could launch their own brands, products, music and movies, driving value to social media platforms, the researchers wrote.
NFTs just had their worst performing year since 2020: DappRadar
DappRadar found the NFT market last year was the worst since 2020 for trading and sales volumes, with both falling nearly 20% over 2024.
$1.1M Penalty Slammed on Mosaic Exchange in Crypto Fraud Scandal
A crypto firm has been fined $1.1 million for deceiving customers and misusing funds, as the CFTC highlights growing concerns about unregistered investment schemes. CFTC Strikes: Fraudulent Crypto Firm Banned, $1.1 Million Fine Issued The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) announced on Monday that Mosaic Exchange Ltd. and its CEO, Sean Michael, have been ordered […]
Meta says it isn’t ending fact-checks outside the US yet
Brazil wasn’t pleased with Meta’s decision to rely on community notes, stating it would not subject its population to social media platforms that lead to “digital carnage or barbarity.”
Dedollarization Advances: Russia and Myanmar Discuss National Currency Payment System
Efforts to trade using national currencies are intensifying, as nations aim to reduce reliance on the U.S. dollar and Western financial systems while boosting economic independence. Russia’s Plans for National Currency Payment Systems Signal Declining Dollar Use Countries worldwide are increasingly opting for national currencies in trade agreements, reducing reliance on the U.S. dollar and […]
Osprey Funds to seek SEC approval to convert Bitcoin trust into ETF
In a separate statement, Osprey said that the deal for Bitwise to acquire the Osprey Bitcoin Trust had been scuttled after failing to get the necessary regulatory approvals.
Crypto advocate Tom Emmer named vice chair of crypto and AI subcommittee
“With Gary Gensler confined to the waste bin of Washington, we have an excellent opportunity to ensure that the future of digital assets is guided by Americans,” said Emmer.