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Crypto

Bitcoin Worth $48 Million Missing in South Korea Due to Phishing Scam

South Korean prosecutors have found that a significant sum of Bitcoin has been lost during a routine audit of confiscated assets, allegedly due to a phishing attack.

Markets

Cryptocurrency Market Sees $250 Billion Drop as Bitcoin Dips Under $90,000

The cryptocurrency market experiences a dramatic decline, with Bitcoin falling below $90,000, shedding $250 billion in just a few days.

Crypto

Three Key Factors Could Shape Crypto's 2026 Outlook, Says Wintermute

The future of cryptocurrency in 2026 may hinge on institutional investment, interest rates, and the return of retail investors, as highlighted by market maker Wintermute.

Blockchain

Balancer Issues Final Warning to Hacker After $100 Million Theft

The Balancer DAO communicated an urgent onchain warning to the perpetrator of a significant exploit, demanding the return of stolen funds or facing potential legal consequences.

Crypto

Bitcoin's Challenge in Reaching $250K by Year-End: Insights from Novogratz

Galaxy Digital's CEO shares his skepticism about Bitcoin hitting $250,000 within this year, citing significant challenges and market conditions.

Crypto

Avalanche Treasury Company Plans $1 Billion AVAX Acquisition Following SPAC Merger

Avalanche Treasury Company is set to go public with plans to purchase over $1 billion in AVAX tokens via a merger with Mountain Lake Acquisition Corp.

Crypto News

Bitcoin Bounces Back Above $76K as Analysts Adjust Cycle Bottom Expectations

Following a sharp decline, Bitcoin has rebounded above $76K, but experts suggest the cycle's lowest point may still be significantly lower.

Crypto Bits

Why Bitcoin's Approach to $93.5K This Time Might Signal a Breakout

Bitcoin is nearing its crucial resistance level at $93.5K, and recent patterns suggest a potential upward movement towards $100K.

Finance

Impact of MEV on Financial Institutions and Retail Users

A discussion on how maximal extractable value (MEV) is hindering institutional adoption of DeFi, negatively affecting retail users.

Ecosystem

Kyle Samani Exits Multicoin to Pursue New Technology Ventures

Kyle Samani announced his departure from Multicoin Capital after a decade, expressing excitement for exploring AI and robotics.

Crypto

WLFI Under Fire After USD1 Growth Proposal Moves Forward Amid Voting Concerns

World Liberty Financial's governance vote raises alarms as top wallets dominate decision-making, blocking access for locked investors.

Security

New Crypto Infostealer 'Stealka' Disguised as Game Mods Exploits Users, Reports Kaspersky

Cybersecurity experts have revealed a new malware called Stealka that poses as game modifications to compromise crypto wallets and gather sensitive online data.

Banking

EU Banks Unite for Euro-Backed Stablecoin Launch by 2027

A consortium of 10 banks aims to secure regulatory approval for a euro-pegged stablecoin set to launch in 2026.

Blockchain

Co-founder of Pump.fun Refutes Claims of $436 Million Cashout, Clarifies Treasury Operations

The co-founder of Pump.fun explained recent movements of USDC, stating they were part of normal treasury management rather than a cashout.

Business

MoonPay Gains Trust Charter in New York, Enhances Regulated Services

MoonPay has obtained a trust charter from New York's Department of Financial Services, enabling it to broaden its range of regulated services in the crypto sector.

Business

Tether's Shift: From Stablecoin to Central Bank-Like Operations

Tether is evolving beyond a basic stablecoin issuer, emulating central bank functions with its reserves and policy decisions.

Finance

Ripple Decides Against IPO Even After SEC Case Settlement

Ripple, despite significant growth and new investors, will not pursue an IPO after resolving its legal battle with the SEC.

Crypto

Evernorth Faces Significant XRP Losses Amid Crypto Market Pressure

Evernorth, a treasury firm focused on XRP, has reported substantial unrealized losses, highlighting the challenges faced by digital asset treasury companies in the current crypto downturn.