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Silicon Valley bank failure could spark regional U.S. bank run
Bob Elliot, a former Bridgewater executive and chief executive of investment firm Unlimited, said decisions by the Federal Reserve and the FDIC on the future of Silicon Valley Bank could affect regional banks across the U.S.Hallie GillCoinbase Fires 950 Employees In January 2023
Coinbase Global Inc. is laying off about 950 workers, about 20% of its workforce, as a worsening cryptocurrency market downturn spurs fresh layoffs at the largest U.S. digital asset exchange.Barry StidhamBinance to Distribute $5M Worth of BNB to Earthquake-Affected Turkish Users
The devastating earthquake that struck Turkey on February 6 left a devastating trail, affecting many communities and individuals.Hallie GillCoinGecko, 21Shares to Offer a Global Crypto Classification
CoinGecko and 21Shares have proposed the Global Cryptocurrency Taxonomy, a taxonomy representing a unified approach to classifying crypto assets.Christopher SmithNEAR Foundation to Launch Web3 Learning Workshop at NYU
The Swiss nonprofit, the NEAR Foundation, and the New York University School of Professional Studies (NYU SPS) have partnered to present a new web3 and blockchain-focused workshop.Craig GreenDCG sells shares in Grayscale crypto trusts in push to raise funds
Digital Currency Group (DCG) is selling shares in several of its cryptocurrency funds at deep discounts and has begun selling its holdings in investment vehicles run by subsidiary Grayscale, the Financial Times reported on Tuesday.Barry StidhamFormer Coinbase Employee Pleads Guilty to Insider Trading
Ishan Wahi, a former product manager at Coinbase Global Inc., has pleaded guilty to two counts of conspiracy to commit wire fraud in what U.S. prosecutors have named the first insider trading case involving cryptocurrencies.James Dean
Bitcoin Sets Record in Best Daily Gains at $8.4K, Eyes $90K Milestone
On November 11. 2024. Bitcoin rose over $8.400. surpassing its previous record from August 2021 when it gained $7.576 within 24 hours.Hallie GillBitcoin Sets Record in Best Daily Gains at $8.4K, Eyes $90K Milestone
On November 11. 2024. Bitcoin rose over $8.400. surpassing its previous record from August 2021 when it gained $7.576 within 24 hours.Jerry McNeillTrader who lost $26M to copy-paste error says it's been 'max pain'
A cryptocurrency trader lost a staggering $26 million due to a simple copy-paste error.Sherry CantwellCryptocurrency Users React to Satoshi Nakamoto's 48th Birthday
Bitcoin's legendary creator, Satoshi Nakamoto, is 48 today, at least according to the information they provided to the global network P2P Foundation when they registered.Wayne IngramChinese State Insurance Company Launches Two Crypto Funds in Hong Kong
The Chinese government appears to be more bullish on the cryptocurrency industry than one might think, as a major state-owned company is reportedly launching a new cryptocurrency fund.James Dean
Angel Drainer upgraded, deploying 300+ malicious DApps in 4 days
The Angel Drainer, a notorious phishing tool in the cryptocurrency space, has made a swift and dangerous return with its upgraded version, AngelX.Christopher SmithJapan's finance regulator calls for lower crypto taxes in 2025
Japan's financial landscape may see significant changes come 2025 as the Financial Services Agency (FSA) has proposed a revision to the current taxation policy on cryptocurrency assets.Jerry McNeillTelegram CEO Durov's Frequent Visits to Russia: What Do They Mean?
Reports indicate that Durov entered Russia over 50 times between 2015 and 2021.Martha GrizzardCrypto CEO Steps Down After Gunpoint Robbery
In a shocking turn of events, the CEO of a notable cryptocurrency firm resigned after a distressing robbery incident where company and personal funds were stolen at gunpoint.Barry StidhamCryptocurrencies Could Eliminate 97% of Traditional Remittance Fees
A recent blog post by cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase noted that the vast majority of U.S.-based international money transfer fees do not apply to similar transactions using cryptocurrencies.Barry StidhamAllbridge Offers Bounty to Developer Who Steals $573,000 in Flash Loan Attack
Attackers who exploited a $573,000 vulnerability on multi-chain token bridge Allbridge have earned the company the chance to come forward as a white hat and claim a bounty.Sherry CantwellWho pays for the Twitter Blue verification fee
With Twitter allowing users to verify their accounts for a monthly fee, the number of accounts with blue checkmarks - previously associated with high-profile figures - has flooded the social media platform.Craig GreenMeta Opens Llama AI Model to US Military: What It Means for National Security
Meta recently granted the US military access to its Llama AI model, a move aimed at bolstering national security through enhanced artificial intelligence partnership.James Dean
