Crypto Market Surges by $623B in 2024 as Bitcoin Climbs $20K Higher

In just seven months—roughly 236 days—since the year began, the crypto economy has ballooned by a staggering $623 billion. The top crypto asset, bitcoin, has seen its market value soar by more than $20,000, while ethereum, the second-largest by market cap, has climbed over $470 during this period. Top 10 Crypto Market Climbs From $1.37T … Read more

Man Faces 20-Year Prison Sentence in Crypto Money Laundering Case

A Rhode Island resident has pleaded guilty to money laundering conspiracy linked to an international drug trafficking ring. The operation laundered over $25 million using cryptocurrency, with Villa directly involved in converting cash into crypto. Villa faces up to 20 years in prison and a significant fine. Rhode Island Man Pleads Guilty in $25 Million … Read more

Tether Mints $3B USDT In One Week: Where Did It All Go?

Tether (@Tether_to), the issuer of the world’s largest stablecoin, recently minted an impressive $3 billion USDT in just one week. The big question on everyone’s mind is: where did all this USDT flow? According to on-chain data, since August 5, approximately $3.22 billion USDT has been transferred from Tether’s treasury to various cryptocurrency exchanges. Of … Read more

FBI Recovers $5 Million From Pig Butchering Crypto Scam

Authorities in North Carolina have seized nearly $5 million in cryptocurrency linked to an investment fraud scheme. The scheme, known as “pig butchering,” involved criminals creating fake romantic relationships to deceive victims into investing in fraudulent cryptocurrency platforms. Victims lost their life savings, with one losing an entire retirement account. $5 Million in Cryptocurrency Seized … Read more

Tether to Launch UAE Dirham-Pegged Stablecoin

Tether, the major stablecoin issuer, has announced plans to launch a new stablecoin pegged to the United Arab Emirates Dirham (AED). This initiative, in collaboration with the UAE-based Phoenix Group, aims to provide a secure and efficient means of transacting in AED, catering to both businesses and individuals. The new stablecoin will be fully backed … Read more

Tether Treasury’s $1 Billion USDT Mint Spurs Bullish Momentum In Crypto Market

Today, the crypto market is experiencing a strong bullish trend, driven by the latest minting activity from Tether Treasury. According to Lookonchain, Tether Treasury minted another 1 billion USDT on the Tron Network earlier today, adding to the ongoing surge in market enthusiasm. Over the past year, Tether has minted a staggering 33 billion USDT, … Read more