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EU Watchdogs Warn of Scammers Posing as Crypto Firms and Regulators Post-MiCA Deadline
European watchdogs are cautioning the public about an increase in scams where bad actors impersonate legitimate crypto firms and regulatory bodies.
Coldcard Wallet Losses May Approach $114 Million Amid Potential Fourth Sweep
A potential fourth sweep of Coldcard wallets could push total losses close to $114 million, as reported by CoinDesk.
Australia Sues Telegram Over Alleged Failure to Remove Terror Content
Australian authorities have initiated legal proceedings against Telegram, citing the platform's alleged inability to detect and remove extremist material.
Russia Charges Telegram Founder Pavel Durov with Aiding Terrorism
Pavel Durov, founder of Telegram, faces terrorism charges in Russia, potentially leading to life imprisonment.
South Korea Considers Stablecoin Regulations Amid Calls for Crypto Tax Repeal
South Korea's financial regulator is reportedly planning new digital asset legislation, while opposition parties advocate for the removal of a scheduled crypto tax.
Uniswap Founder Rejects Claims V4 Fees Reduce LP Earnings
Hayden Adams, founder of Uniswap, has dismissed criticisms regarding the impact of the newly approved v4 protocol fees on liquidity providers.
1inch Launches Aqua Shared Liquidity Layer Across 13 Chains
The new layer allows users to utilize a single wallet balance for multiple positions simultaneously.
Tether and Nairobi Securities Exchange Partner on Tokenization and Blockchain Infrastructure
Tether has entered an agreement with the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) to explore tokenized securities and blockchain infrastructure.
Visa Details Stablecoin Strategy During Q3 Earnings Call
Visa is reportedly investing in stablecoin technology, including OpenUSD and tokenized deposits, as outlined in its recent third-quarter earnings call.
Coinbase Canada Calls for Clearer Regulations to Expand Services
Coinbase Canada's CEO, Eric Richmond, stated that permanent regulations are necessary for the company to broaden its offerings.
Strategy Opts for Cash and STRC Over Bitcoin Amidst Broader Crypto Downturn
A recent market analysis indicates a strategic shift towards cash and STRC, moving away from Bitcoin.
AmericanFortress Proposes Quantum-Safe Wallet Protection for Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana
A new cryptographic scheme aims to secure existing crypto wallets against future quantum attacks without requiring fund migration.
PayPal Reports Q2 Revenue of $8.68 Billion, Highlights Stablecoin Growth
PayPal's Q2 earnings report indicated an $81 million crypto-related adjustment and emphasized the expansion of stablecoins and AI-driven payment tools.
Kraken Facilitates Retail Access to Jersey Mike's IPO via Tokenized Shares
Kraken is reportedly enabling retail investors to participate in the Jersey Mike's IPO through tokenized shares and direct allocations.
Binance Compliance Changes Reportedly Complicate Crypto Crime Investigations
A recent report indicates that alterations to Binance's compliance rules are making it harder for international law enforcement to access user data.
Morgan Stanley Introduces Ethereum and Solana ETFs with Low Fees, Staking Rewards
Morgan Stanley has launched new exchange-traded funds (ETFs) for Ethereum and Solana, featuring competitive fees and staking rewards.
Lawsuit Alleges Apple Kept Fake Bitcoin Wallet on App Store After Theft Reports
A lawsuit claims Apple maintained a fraudulent bitcoin wallet app on its platform despite prior theft notifications.
PayPal Reports Q2 Revenue, Highlights Stablecoin Growth and AI Payment Tools
PayPal's second-quarter results included an $81 million crypto-related earnings adjustment and noted the expansion of stablecoins.
Apple Sued Over Alleged $1.8M Bitcoin Losses from Fake Wallet App
Three users are suing Apple, claiming a fraudulent 'Sparrow Wallet' app on the App Store led to over $1.8 million in Bitcoin losses.
KuCoin: A Global Cryptocurrency Exchange with 45 Million Users
KuCoin is a global cryptocurrency exchange founded in 2017, serving over 45 million users across more than 200 countries and regions.
Binance Co-founder CZ Supports Crypto License Passporting in ASEAN
Binance co-founder CZ has expressed support for a unified crypto license passporting system across ASEAN nations.
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong Criticizes Crypto Startups Rebranding to AI
Brian Armstrong, CEO of Coinbase, has voiced criticism against crypto companies that are rebranding to focus on artificial intelligence.
Binance Conducts Monthly Phishing Simulations on Employees, as Reported by Cointelegraph
Binance is reportedly implementing monthly phishing exercises for its staff to enhance cybersecurity defenses.
Coinbase CEO: Crypto is Infrastructure for AI, Not a Pivot
Brian Armstrong of Coinbase suggests that crypto provides foundational infrastructure for AI, rather than being a separate pivot for crypto firms.
Always-on Crypto Markets Impact Wall Street Weekend Practices
The continuous nature of crypto trading is prompting Wall Street to reconsider traditional weekend downtime, as reported by CoinDesk.
Cross River to Enable P2P Payments, Banking Services for X Money
Cross River will provide banking-as-a-service infrastructure for X Money's expanded financial offerings.
Circle Acquires IBM Blockchain Patent Estate, Becomes Largest Holder in US
USDC issuer Circle has acquired nearly 1,000 blockchain-related patents from IBM, as reported by Decrypt.
Metaplanet's Bitcoin-Backed 'Bitbonds' Undersold, Benchmark Reports
Benchmark suggests Metaplanet's brokerage deal undervalues its plans for bitcoin-backed bonds.
SparkKitty Malware Scans Mobile Photos for Crypto Wallet Seed Phrases
New malware, SparkKitty, is reportedly hidden in mobile applications and designed to steal cryptocurrency wallet recovery phrases.
Kraken Parent Payward Acquires Magic Labs' Embedded Wallet Business
Payward, the parent company of Kraken, has acquired the embedded wallet business of Magic Labs.
KB Kookmin Bank to Launch Cross-Border Payments on JPMorgan's Kinexys
South Korea's largest bank is reportedly set to introduce a blockchain-based corporate payment service.
Coinbase CEO Highlights AI Agents and Base for Crypto Adoption
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong has pointed to AI agents as a driver for increased crypto adoption, citing Base, USDC, and x402 as central to 'agentic finance'.
Triple-A Confirms $11.8M Treasury Wallet Breach; Client Funds Unaffected
Stablecoin payments firm Triple-A reported a breach of its treasury wallet, resulting in an $11.8 million loss.
Triple-A Hot Wallet Losses Reach $11.8 Million Amid Ongoing Sweeps
Triple-A is investigating an incident involving hot wallet losses that have reportedly climbed to $11.8 million.
WEMIX Reports $724,000 Moved After Contract Breach, Services Suspended
WEMIX has suspended multiple services following a contract compromise that resulted in the movement of 724,198 USDC.e.
European Crypto Regulation May Drive Industry Consolidation
Stringent regulatory frameworks in Europe, including MiCA and the UK's upcoming rules, could lead to increased mergers and acquisitions within the crypto sector.
South Korea's Largest Bank to Use JPMorgan's Kinexys for Cross-Border Payments
South Korea's largest bank will reportedly integrate with JPMorgan's blockchain platform for US dollar cross-border transactions.
Binance Conducts Monthly Internal Security Tests on Employees
Binance regularly tests its staff for security vulnerabilities, focusing on social engineering tactics.
Robinhood Reportedly Discussing Prediction Markets with Crypto.com
Robinhood is reportedly exploring an expansion into prediction markets, engaging in discussions with Crypto.com.
Wise to Resubmit US Charter Application Following OCC Rejection
Wise plans to reapply for a US charter after the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) denied its initial application.
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