US Election-Year Bull Runs: How Bitcoin Historically Surged Post-Victory

With just 65 days remaining until the U.S. presidential election, bitcoin wrapped up August with an 8.6% decline compared to where it started the month. Historically, in the last two election cycles, bitcoin’s value has only shown substantial appreciation after the election had ended and a victor was declared. From 2012 to 2020: How Bitcoin … Read more

Block Scholes and Bybit Report Highlights Stability in Crypto Derivatives 

A recent study by Block Scholes and Bybit reveals a resilient crypto derivatives market, despite recent market turbulence. The report provides insights into futures, options, and perpetual contracts, emphasizing the sector’s ability to withstand significant market events. Futures Market Stability Highlighted in New Report Despite Bitcoin Sell-Off The joint report from Block Scholes and Bybit … Read more

Top TON Coins Face Turbulent Week Amid Durov Arrest and Network Disruptions

Over the past week, The Open Network (TON) ecosystem has encountered a series of setbacks due to a wave of unfavorable news. The turbulence began with the arrest of Telegram founder Pavel Durov, followed by two significant outages on the blockchain network that brought block production to a standstill. Altogether, in just 68 days, the … Read more

Washington Man Faces Charges in $64 Million Crypto Laundering Scheme

A Washington resident has been charged with involvement in a $64 million cryptocurrency laundering scheme. He allegedly deceived investors, posing as an escrow agent, and transferred funds into his accounts. The funds were moved offshore or converted to cryptocurrencies such as bitcoin and ethereum via exchanges like Gemini, Bitstamp, Coinbase, and Binance. Investigators traced the … Read more

Washington State Probes Alleged Crypto Fraud Linked to Fake Nasdaq Exchange

The financial watchdog in Washington State is currently probing a complaint regarding a cryptocurrency platform that allegedly purports to be associated with the Nasdaq Stock Exchange. This inquiry began after an investor reportedly put in $200,000 following a solicitation on Facebook that transitioned to communication over Whatsapp. The regulator has flagged this as a potential … Read more

Parafi Capital Secures $120 Million for Investing in Crypto Funds

The New York-based digital asset manager, Parafi Capital, has secured $120 million to invest in general partner stakes of crypto funds. These funds focus on specific market segments, strategies, or geographic locations. With this funding, Parafi Capital aims to build a portfolio of 30-50 general partner stakes in crypto funds. Parafi Capital Prioritizes General Partner … Read more

Economist Steve Hanke: Research Finds Crypto Owners Are Psychopaths

Economist Steve Hanke cited a University of Toronto study that links cryptocurrency ownership to traits of the “Dark Tetrad,” including psychopathy, narcissism, Machiavellianism, and sadism. According to the research, crypto owners exhibit psychopathic tendencies, he explained. Study Links Crypto Ownership to Psychopathic Traits Economist Steve Hanke highlighted research from the University of Toronto this week, … Read more

Crypto Firm’s CEO Stabbed in Court During Fraud Trial in Seoul

The CEO of cryptocurrency deposit service Haru Invest was stabbed in the neck during his fraud trial in Seoul. The attack occurred in the courtroom, carried out by a man in his 50s. Lee survived the attack with non-life-threatening injuries and was taken to a hospital. Crypto Platform’s CEO Stabbed During Fraud Trial The CEO … Read more

Russia Warns France Against Political Moves in Telegram CEO Pavel Durov Case

The Russian government has warned France that pursuing criminal charges against Pavel Durov, the founder of Telegram, could be considered “political persecution.” Durov, a Russian-born French citizen, was detained in Paris for allegedly failing to control illegal content on the messaging platform. He was released on bail but must stay in France and report regularly … Read more

Study: Bitcoin Millionaires up by 111%, Crypto Users Reach 560 Million

A new report reveals a significant increase in wealthy crypto asset holders, with bitcoin (BTC) millionaires rising 111% to 85,400 and individuals with crypto assets worth $1 million increasing 95% to 172,300. Dominic Volek of Henley & Partners attributes this surge to the introduction of crypto exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and a BTC rally surpassing $70,000. … Read more