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Law enforcement in Kazakhstan detained members of a crime group suspected of forcing IT experts into operating underground facilities for cryptocurrency mining with threats and blackmail. The racketeers allegedly made up to half a million U.S. dollars a month from their business. Kazakhstan Busts Illegal Crypto Mining Organization, Detains Dozens Authorities in Kazakhstan have arrested … Read more
Russian IT specialist Alexander Vinnik, accused of owning and running the infamous crypto exchange BTC-e, has been handed over to the U.S. This week, Greek authorities proceeded with the extradition, after his return from France, despite Vinnik’s defense protesting the move and calling the case a “judicial, diplomatic and humanitarian scandal.” Vinnik Appears in San … Read more
According to the co-founder of Debridge Finance, Alex Smirnov, the infamous North Korean hacking syndicate Lazarus Group subjected Debridge to an attempted cyberattack. Smirnov has warned Web3 teams that the campaign is likely widespread. Lazarus Group Suspected of Attacking Debridge Finance Team Members With a Malicious Group Email There’s been a great number of attacks … Read more
Bitcoin and Ethereum prices continue to trade sideways this weekend after establishing support at the $23k and $1,700 levels, respectively. The global cryptocurrency market cap remains unchanged at the $1.1 trillion level, as we see 24-hour trading volume for BTCUSD drop by 10%, while ETHUSD’s trading volume saw an increase of 4%. The markets will … Read more
After a relatively stagnant market activity this week, with Bitcoin managing to hold the $23k support level, Ethereum soars to $1,700, gaining 6% today. With the recent price hike, ETHUSD is nearing the 50% market capitalization of Bitcoin, inching closer to possibly overtaking BTC as the most-valued cryptocurrency by market cap. The global cryptocurrency market … Read more
The government of Kosovo has adopted measures tailored to maintain energy supply in the coming months, including a ban on cryptocurrency mining. The move comes amid a sharp increase in import prices and the restrictions can be extended for up to six months. Authorities in Kosovo Reinstate Ban on Cryptocurrency Mining The executive power in … Read more
Major Portuguese banks have started closing or refusing to open accounts for cryptocurrency platforms such as exchanges, according to media reports. The move threatens to tarnish the country’s image as one of Europe’s most crypto-friendly destinations, a haven for bitcoin enthusiasts. Portuguese Crypto Firms Hit by Bank Account Closures Portugal, a leading European crypto hub, … Read more
Thailand’s regulators are still approving crypto companies despite one of its largest ones suspending withdrawals. Go to Source Powered by WPeMatico
After rising to the $23k level and peaking at $24.6k last week, Bitcoin’s price has been testing support as the global cryptocurrency market continued to trade sideways. With the Solana news breaking yesterday, Bitcoin’s price slid to the $22.8k level again, erasing last week’s gains. Understandably, Bitcoin is seeing bearish momentum, as the Solana hack … Read more
The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) is gearing up to implement stricter oversight in regards to crypto-related transactions. The agency is now looking to hire suppliers of trading data, as monitoring major participants in the market falls under its responsibilities. ESMA Launches Public Procurement for Providers of Crypto Trading Data The securities watchdog of … Read more