Binance Helps Indonesian Authorities Recover Funds in Crypto Fraud Bust

Crypto exchanges Binance and Tokocrypto collaborated with Indonesian law enforcement to crack down on a crypto scam, seizing $200,000 in stolen assets. “During the investigation, multiple individuals involved in managing the accounts that received the stolen funds were arrested,” Binance stated. Binance and Tokocrypto Help Bust Major Crypto Fraud in Indonesia Crypto exchange Binance announced … Read more

Blackrock’s Head of Crypto Sees Bitcoin as ‘Risk Off’ Asset Despite Stock Correlation

Blackrock’s digital asset chief sees bitcoin as a “risk-off” asset even though it has shown a pattern aligned with U.S. stocks. He drew parallels between bitcoin and gold, pointing to its decentralized structure and limited supply as crucial factors setting it apart. Blackrock’s increasing engagement with bitcoin is also reflected in the strong performance of … Read more

Lawmakers Question SEC Over Disruptive Crypto Custody Rules

Congressional leaders are pressing regulators over concerns that the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)’s new guidelines on digital asset custody could disrupt financial innovation and regulatory collaboration. Lawmakers question whether the SEC acted prematurely, potentially jeopardizing efforts to safeguard digital assets through coordinated agency work. They demand more transparency on the SEC’s actions and … Read more

Top 10 Bitcoin Holders: Exchanges, Corporations, and Governments Dominate the Charts

Over the past decade, a significant amount of bitcoin has made its way into centralized trading platforms, public and private corporations, governments, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), and derivative token projects like WBTC. With roughly 100 days remaining in 2024 after the launch of spot bitcoin ETFs in January, this analysis dives into the top ten entities … Read more

Fed’s 50bps Reduction Triggers $321M in Digital Asset Inflows, Coinshares Reports

Digital asset investment products recorded inflows of $321 million in the second consecutive week of positive activity, according to a report by Coinshares. The surge in inflows is largely attributed to the Federal Open Market Committee’s (FOMC) decision to cut interest rates by 50 basis points (bps). Coinshares: U.S. Leads Digital Asset Inflows According to … Read more

Kamala Harris Pledges to Support Digital Assets — ‘We Will Cut Needless Bureaucracy’

Vice President Kamala Harris has pledged to support innovative technologies like artificial intelligence and digital assets while ensuring consumer and investor protection. Her remarks, highlighting AI and cryptocurrency as key aspects of her economic vision, marked her first direct statement on cryptocurrency as the Democratic nominee. Kamala Harris Backs AI and Cryptocurrency at Major Fundraiser … Read more

Nayib Bukele and Elon Musk Discuss AI, Robotics, and Future of Humanity

El Salvador’s President Nayib Bukele met with Tesla and Spacex CEO Elon Musk at the Texas Gigafactory, discussing AI, robotics, and humanity’s future. The two exchanged views on innovation, and Musk praised Bukele’s leadership. Their conversation emphasized how cutting-edge technologies could shape global progress, aligning with El Salvador’s forward-thinking stance. Bukele and Musk Discuss AI, … Read more

Nigerian Entrepreneur: Recent Regulatory Moves Signal Support for Crypto

While Nigerian authorities have generally been perceived as having an anti-crypto stance, recent developments on the regulatory front suggest a shift toward supporting crypto businesses. Buchi Okoro, CEO of the digital asset exchange Quidax, which recently obtained an operating license, believes these developments could lead to broader adoption of crypto assets in Nigeria. Quidax Wins … Read more

Stablecoin Market Adds $1B in Six Days as Major Tokens Expand

In the past month, the stablecoin market has kept its upward momentum, with four out of the top five U.S. dollar-pegged tokens increasing in supply. Since Sept. 15, the stablecoin economy has expanded by $1.04 billion, all within just six days. Tether, USDC See Supply Boosts as Stablecoin Market Grows by $1B in Less Than … Read more

Bingx Resumes ‘Mainstream’ Asset Withdrawals 24 Hours After Hack

Bingx said it has resumed withdrawals for “mainstream” cryptocurrencies including bitcoin, tether and ethereum among others. However, the exchange has warned of potential delays due to security reviews. The crypto exchange said it will gradually restore withdrawal services for other cryptocurrencies but has canceled pending requests. The exchange’s chief product officer expressed concern about the … Read more