The FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) has released its 2023 report, revealing a significant rise in crypto-related fraud and the use of digital assets in cybercrime. The 2023 IC3 report serves as a comprehensive overview of the current state of internet crime, including the challenges and risks posed by the use of crypto in […]
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Anthropic is launching its latest generative AI (GenAI) technology, Claude 3, with the claim that it is superior to OpenAI’s Chat GPT-4, according to a March 4 press release. The new suite of models, comprising Claude 3 Haiku, Claude 3 Sonnet, and the most advanced, Claude 3 Opus, is positioned to rival OpenAI’s GPT-4 in […]
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The Indian government has announced a new requirement for technology companies to secure government approval before publicly releasing artificial intelligence (AI) tools that are still in development or considered “unreliable,” Reuters reported March 4. The move is part of India’s efforts to manage the deployment of AI technologies, aiming to promote accuracy and reliability in […]
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Consensys CEO and Ethereum co-founder Joseph Lubin said the world is on the cusp of a generational paradigm shift fueled by decentralization as the current monetary system of the world is failing. He made the statements during a fireside talk at ETHDenver, where he discussed his thoughts on what could drive the next supercycle in […]
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Hungary is advancing a legislative proposal that would enable banks, investment funds, and asset managers to offer services in Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, according to a March 1 report by Bloomberg Law. The initiative marks a significant development in Hungary’s financial sector, aligning with a broader European movement towards the adoption of digital assets. Should […]
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A group of Senate Republicans, led by Senator Ted Cruz of Texas, is taking legislative steps to restrict the Fed’s capacity to introduce a central bank digital currency (CBDC), spotlighting the issue as a potential focal point in the 2024 presidential campaign discussions. The legislative effort reflects broader concerns over privacy and the role of […]
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Crypto mixer Tornado Cash has reportedly fallen victim to a significant backend exploit that has put user deposits and sensitive data at risk. The security breach was revealed in a Medium post by Gas404, a community member, on Feb. 26. The exploit represents a critical vulnerability for Tornado Cash, whose trading volume already suffered a […]
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BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin ETF (IBIT) has set a new benchmark in the cryptocurrency investment space by amassing over $2 billion in assets under management (AUM) just ten days after its trading debut, according to Bloomberg Terminal data. BlackRock now holds almost 50,000 BTC through its ETF. The rapid accumulation reflects the strong investor interest but […]
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In a landmark judgment, Mark Scott, formerly a high-ranking lawyer at Locke Lord LLP, received a 10-year prison sentence on Jan. 25 for laundering $400 million derived from the infamous OneCoin Ponzi scheme. The sentencing at the Southern District of New York followed Scott’s 2019 conviction on multiple counts of bank fraud and money laundering. […]
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The Bank for International Settlements (BIS) has revealed its strategic priorities for 2024, with a particular emphasis on Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) and tokenization. The 2024 roadmap points to a continuation of the watchdog’s engagement with digital financial technologies. The BIS has taken a heavily pro-CBDC stance and has published a comprehensive framework for […]
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Congresswoman Maxine Waters, ranking member of the Financial Services Committee, has initiated an investigation into Meta’s involvement with digital assets over financial stability concerns. Waters wrote a letter to top Meta executives Mark Zuckerberg and Javier Olivan on Jan. 22, highlighting a series of trademark applications that suggest a potential expansion into digital currency and […]
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Bitcoin developers at Ninjalerts have successfully inscribed the Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES) emulator on a Bitcoin satoshi, marking a significant advancement in the capabilities of Bitcoin Ordinals. The project was spearheaded by the team at Ninjalerts and aims to redefine the intersection of art, gaming, and blockchain technology in the form of NFTs — […]
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CleanSpark Inc., the third largest public Bitcoin mining company by hashrate, has agreed to purchase up to 160,000 Bitmain S21 miners, according to a Jan. 8 announcement. The move could propel its hashrate to an impressive 50 EH/s over the coming year, marking a substantial leap from its current 10 EH/s. Bitcoin hit a record […]
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VanEck is heating up the competition by seeding its potential spot Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) with a substantial $72.5 million, according to the amended S-1 form filed on Jan. 8. The move is part of a broader strategy among various asset managers who are vying for the attention of investors through competitive fee structures and […]
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Microsoft is pledging a colossal $3.2 billion to enhance artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure and training in the UK, according to a Nov. 30 press release. The investment marks the company’s most significant commitment in its 40-year history in the UK and aims to propel the nation forward in the global AI race. Microsoft intends to […]
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The hacker responsible for the $48 million KyberSwap heist has escalated their demands, now seeking complete executive control over the decentralized exchange (DEX). The hacker revealed the updated demands in an on-chain message sent on Nov. 30. They had previously expressed willingness to negotiate a bounty but complained of receiving threats and a general lack […]
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Hong Kong’s financial regulators have decided to retain the grace period for crypto firms despite the city grappling with major fraud scandals involving crypto exchange platforms JPEX and Hounax in recent weeks, local media reported on Nov. 27. The grace period allows crypto firms to continue operating in Hong Kong without a license until June […]
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Inferno Drainer, a crypto wallet-draining kit known for its widespread involvement in cryptocurrency scams, announced on Nov. 27 that it is shutting down its operations. The kit has been responsible for phishing schemes that resulted in the theft of over $80 million in cryptocurrencies, with thousands of victims. Inferno Drainer gained notoriety after the shutdown […]
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BBVA Switzerland, the Swiss subsidiary of the Spanish banking behemoth BBVA, has announced a strategic partnership with Ripple-owned Metaco to build its digital asset operations via the latter’s Harmonize platform, according to a social media announcement. BBVA’s Swiss unit is the latest in a string of prestigious banks that have entered deals with Metaco in […]
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Ripple Chief Legal Officer Stuart Alderoty believes the recent resolution of anti-money laundering violations by Binance via a settlement with the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) is a significant step towards aligning the crypto industry with essential legal and safety standards. Alderoty noted in a series of tweets that major banks have previously undergone similar […]
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Celsius Network and its debtors intend to turn the defunct lender into a Bitcoin miner as part of its restructuring, according to a Nov. 20 press release. Celsius customers will own the new entity, tentatively stated as ‘Mining NewCo.’ Mining NewCo Celsius had proposed the formation of Fahrenheit NewCo as part of its restructuring and […]
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The court has finalized the dismissal of a class action lawsuit filed against Bitfinex and Tether after the plaintiffs in the case — Matthew Anderson and Shawn Dolifka — elected not to appeal the dismissal ruling, according to a Nov. 15 press release. Tether and Bitfinex issued a statement on the matter, saying the plaintiff’s […]
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The IMF believes that central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) have the potential to eventually supplant cash in the monetary system of the world, according to the watchdog’s managing director Kristalina Georgieva. Georgieva made the statement during a keynote address at the Singapore Fintech Festival on Nov. 15. Her speech highlighted the progress and challenges in […]
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Former FTX general counsel Can Sun, who played a pivotal role as a key witness in the trial against Sam Bankman-Fried (SBF), is joining forces with other ex-FTX executives to establish a new cryptocurrency exchange, the Wall Street Journal reported. The Dubai-based start-up, known as Trek Labs, recently obtained a license from the Emirate’s crypto […]
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Solana (SOL) surged another 18% to hit a new yearly all-time high of $63.98 on Nov. 11 to cap off an impressive 40% rally this week. The token has since retraced some of the gains and is trading at $59.34 as of press time, according to CryptoSlate data. The past seven days mark the best […]
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