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Pavel Durov’s Legal Issues Stir Concerns in Crypto Market

Telegram CEO Pavel Durov is facing legal issues across Europe, sparking concern in the cryptocurrency sector.

29.08.2024 19:30 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Binance Denies Blocking Palestinian Accounts Amid Middle East Conflict

This week’s escalation in the Israel-Palestinian conflict has brought scrutiny to Binance, with claims suggesting the exchange blocked all Palestinian accounts at the request of the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF).

29.08.2024 17:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

OpenAI Seeks Major Funding Boost, Aiming for $100 Billion Valuation

OpenAI is seeking a major capital infusion that could push its valuation beyond $100 billion, according to recent reports.

29.08.2024 16:30 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Coinbase Invests in 40 Startups Founded by Former Employees

Coinbase, the largest cryptocurrency exchange in the U.S., is continuing its aggressive investment strategy, recently backing 40 new projects.

29.08.2024 16:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Institutional Interest in Crypto Expected to Push Market Value Over $10 Trillion by 2030

The Q2 research report by OKX and The Economist reveals that digital assets are rapidly attracting interest from institutional investors, with their market value projected to surpass $10 trillion by 2030.

29.08.2024 12:30 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

OpenSea Faces SEC Legal Threat Over NFTs as Securities

The NFT marketplace OpenSea has been issued a Wells notice by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), signaling potential legal action regarding the classification of NFTs as securities.

29.08.2024 10:30 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

NVIDIA Reports Record Revenue in Q2 2024, Driven by Strong AI Demand

NVIDIA has announced impressive financial results for the second quarter ending July 28, 2024. The company’s revenue reached $30 billion, marking a significant 15% increase from the previous quarter and an outstanding 122% rise compared to the same period last year. This is also 3.8% higher than expectations.

28.08.2024 23:32 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

BREAKING: Telegram CEO Pavel Durov Indicted, Banned from Leaving France

Telegram CEO Pavel Durov was indicted and placed under judicial supervision by a Paris court on August 28, following his recent arrest on many different charges.

28.08.2024 23:10 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

BitMEX CEO Criticizes Federal Reserve’s Approach to Interest Rate Cuts

Arthur Hayes, CEO of BitMEX, has voiced concerns about the Federal Reserve’s potential interest rate cuts, highlighting a disconnect between political motivations and sound economic policy.

29.08.2024 10:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Dogecoin Creator Critiques Bitcoin Price Drop and Social Issues with Ironic Tweet

Billy Markus, co-creator of Dogecoin and known on X (formerly Twitter) as Shibetoshi Nakamoto, often engages with social issues and crypto commentary through humor and memes.

29.08.2024 8:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

French Authorities Hand Telegram Co-Founder Over to Court

Telegram founder Pavel Durov was released from police custody in France on Wednesday and transferred to court for questioning in a case that prosecutors say could lead to criminal charges.

28.08.2024 17:17 1 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Binance Faces Allegations of Seizing Palestinian Crypto Funds at Israeli Request

Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, is under scrutiny following allegations that it confiscated Palestinian crypto funds at the request of the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF).

28.08.2024 20:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Coinbase CEO Launches Onchain Score to Evaluate Crypto Wallets

Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong has introduced a new tool, Onchain Score, designed to evaluate cryptocurrency wallets.

28.08.2024 19:30 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Warren Buffet’s Berkshire Hathaway Nears $1 Trillion Valuation

Berkshire Hathaway, under Warren Buffett’s leadership, is on the verge of reaching a $1 trillion market valuation.

28.08.2024 17:30 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Nvidia’s Earnings Report Poised to Impact AI Market Outlook

Nvidia (NVDA) is set to release its much-anticipated second-quarter earnings after the market closes on Wednesday.

28.08.2024 14:30 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

FBI Dodges Satoshi Nakamoto Identity Question Again

Disinformation analyst and tech entrepreneur Dave Troy recently shared on X that the FBI has responded to another Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request about the identity of Bitcoin’s creator, Satoshi Nakamoto.

28.08.2024 12:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Celsius Network Returns $2.53 Billion to Creditors Amid Recovery Efforts

The defunct crypto lending platform Celsius Network has begun repaying billions to its creditors.

28.08.2024 11:30 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Vitalik Buterin Reveals 90% of His Wealth Is in Ethereum Amid Community Concerns

Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin recently addressed concerns about Ethereum’s role as a store of value, especially after scrutiny surrounding the Ethereum Foundation’s (EF) recent financial activities.

28.08.2024 10:30 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

MakerDAO Rebrands and Launches New Tokens

MakerDAO has rebranded to Sky and announced the introduction of its updated tokens – USDS and SKY, which will be launched on September 18.

28.08.2024 10:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Binance CEO Seeks US Help for Detained Employee in Nigeria

Binance CEO Richard Teng has called on the US government to take action in the case of Tigran Gambaryan, a US citizen and Binance employee who has been detained in Nigeria since February.

28.08.2024 8:30 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Elon Musk Supports Controversial California AI Regulation Bill

Elon Musk has voiced his support for a new AI regulation bill in California, despite some concerns that it could stifle innovation in the field.

27.08.2024 21:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

SEC’s New Database Draws Criticism from Blockchain Advocates

Critics argue that the SEC’s new Consolidated Audit Trail (CAT) database is unduly affecting blockchain users.

27.08.2024 20:30 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

WazirX Co-Founder Addresses Exchange Ownership and Operations Amid Dispute

Nischal Shetty, co-founder of Indian cryptocurrency exchange WazirX, recently discussed the platform’s operational status and ownership amid ongoing disputes.

27.08.2024 20:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Another Bitcoin Mining Firm Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy

Bitcoin mining company Rhodium Enterprises has initiated Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Texas, disclosing potential liabilities of up to $100 million.

27.08.2024 19:30 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Kraken Confident in Legal Victory Against SEC Over Token Listings

Kraken remains optimistic about its chances in the ongoing legal dispute with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).

27.08.2024 19:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

US Congressman Involved in High-Volume Altcoin Trading

While U.S. Congress members typically stick to stocks, a few have ventured into cryptocurrencies, with Bitcoin and Ethereum being the usual choices.

27.08.2024 18:30 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Future of Crypto Payments Remains Bright, Says Brian Armstrong

Brian Armstrong, CEO of Coinbase, remains optimistic about the future of cryptocurrency payments, believing they will become mainstream within this decade.

27.08.2024 18:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Here’s Why Telegram Founder Pavel Durov Was Arrested in France

Pavel Durov, the Russian entrepreneur behind the messaging app Telegram, has recently been detained in France.

27.08.2024 16:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Here is When Russia Will Begin Testing Crypto Exchanges and Payments

Russia is preparing to start testing cryptocurrency exchanges and digital token payments on September 1 to ease payment difficulties caused by international sanctions.

27.08.2024 13:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Crypto Leaders Rally for Pavel Durov’s Release Amid Arrest Controversy

Paolo Ardoino, CEO of Tether and CTO of Bitfinex, has expressed his concerns about the recent detention of Pavel Durov, founder of Telegram and TON.

27.08.2024 10:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

White House Digital Strategy Director Buys $2.3 Million in Crypto

Last Friday Jerome Powell, the U.S. Federal Reserve Chairman, made cautious remarks about the current state of the economy.

27.08.2024 9:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Top Cryptocurrency Gets Its Own Documentary This November

According to Fruition Production, a Los Angeles-based studio known for its work in the film and gaming industries, a documentary dedicated to XRP will be officially released in November.

27.08.2024 8:30 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Russian Officials Upset Over Pavel Durov’s Arrest in Paris

Russian officials are upset over the arrest of Pavel Durov, Telegram’s CEO, at Paris’s Le Bourget airport.

27.08.2024 8:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Bybit Opens New Office in Amsterdam, Expands European Presence

Bybit, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, has announced the opening of its new office in Amsterdam as of August 22.

27.08.2024 9:30 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Argentina Integrates Ethereum Education into Buenos Aires High Schools

The Argentine Ministry of Education has announced a collaboration with the ETH Kipu Foundation to incorporate Ethereum and blockchain technology into high school curricula in Buenos Aires.

27.08.2024 11:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

3AC Founder Reveals Purchase of Toncoin (TON) Amid Market Volatility

Zhu Su, the founder of the now-defunct Three Arrows Capital (3AC), which went bankrupt following the Terra (LUNA) collapse, recently revealed his latest cryptocurrency investment in a post on X.

26.08.2024 22:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Rumble Founder Leaves Europe After Telegram Director’s Arrest

Chris Pawlowski, CEO and founder of Rumble, a platform promoting free speech as an alternative to YouTube, has announced that he has left Europe following the arrest of Telegram CEO Pavel Durov.

26.08.2024 13:00 1 min. read Kosta Gushterov

DOJ Recovers $5 Million in Crypto Funds with Help from Tether

The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has revealed that Tether, the issuer of the USDT stablecoin, was instrumental in recovering funds linked to a major cryptocurrency scam.

26.08.2024 9:30 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Wall Street Firms Fined $470 Million for Record-Keeping Violations

Several Wall Street firms, including major players like Bank of New York Mellon and Truist, have collectively agreed to pay $470 million in fines following an investigation by U.S. regulators.

26.08.2024 8:30 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

MicroStrategy Outperforms Major Companies with 1,113% Growth Since 2020

Michael Saylor, co-founder of MicroStrategy, recently shared a comparison on social media, showcasing how his company has performed against other major firms since August 2020.

26.08.2024 8:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Crypto Market Rises Amid Fed Rate Cut Speculation; Key Data Releases Ahead

The crypto market experienced a strong upswing last week, driven by speculation about a possible Federal Reserve rate cut in September.

25.08.2024 15:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Telegram Founder Pavel Durov Arrested in France Over Criminal Activity Allegations

Pavel Durov, the creator of Telegram, was detained at Paris-Le Bourget Airport after arriving from Azerbaijan, according to French media reports.

25.08.2024 1:38 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Two Top American Banks Report Major Data Breach

Recent developments in the U.S. banking sector have heightened concerns, especially with news of a significant data breach affecting major banks.

25.08.2024 9:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Cardano CEO Proposes Partnership with Algorand for AI Innovations

Charles Hoskinson, the creator of Cardano, recently praised Algorand’s blockchain and suggested a potential partnership to advance decentralized AI technology.

25.08.2024 8:30 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

PayPal and Crypto Bank Anchorage Launch PYUSD Rewards Program

PayPal is teaming up with Anchorage Digital to offer a new rewards program for its stablecoin, PayPal USD (PYUSD).

24.08.2024 12:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Mt. Gox Former CEO Launches New Crypto Venture

Mark Karpelès, former CEO of the defunct Mt. Gox exchange, is making a comeback with a new project called EllipX.

24.08.2024 11:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Tron Surpasses Solana as Top Meme Coin Trading Platform

The Tron network has recently emerged as the top platform for meme coin trading, overtaking Solana, thanks to the success of its new meme coin launchpad, Sunpump.

24.08.2024 9:30 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

India Crypto Exchange WazirX to Resume Withdrawals Next Week

WazirX, one of India’s leading cryptocurrency exchanges, has announced a key update regarding user withdrawals and its response to the recent cyberattack.

23.08.2024 20:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Russia Unveils New Cryptocurrency Exchanges to Power Global Trade Amid Sanctions

Russia is moving forward with plans to establish two cryptocurrency exchanges, one in Moscow and another in St. Petersburg, in a bid to enhance its international trade capabilities.

23.08.2024 12:31 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Justin Sun Addresses Concerns After Tron Removes $750M in Bitcoin from USDD

Justin Sun, the founder of Tron, has reassured users about the stability of the USDD stablecoin despite a recent significant withdrawal of Bitcoin reserves.

23.08.2024 10:30 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Will Jerome Powell’s Jackson Hole Speech Impact Bitcoin?

Jerome Powell is scheduled to speak tomorrow at the annual Jackson Hole gathering of central bankers, and his remarks could have major implications for Bitcoin and the broader financial markets.

23.08.2024 9:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Donald Trump Promotes Family Crypto Project as Election Campaign Gains Steam

Donald Trump has recently brought attention to his family’s cryptocurrency project, “The Defiant Ones,” by sharing a link on Truth Social.

23.08.2024 8:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Majority of Crypto Investors See Digital Assets as Key to Wealth Strategy

According to a recent EY-Parthenon survey, a significant 70% of crypto investors now integrate digital assets into their wealth management plans.

22.08.2024 18:30 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Crypto Ownership Surges Past 600 Million as Market Evolves in 2024

In 2024, cryptocurrency adoption has surged, with global ownership climbing to 617 million, up from 580 million in December 2023.

22.08.2024 18:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Binance to Expand Compliance Team Amid Rising Regulatory Costs

Binance plans to significantly expand its workforce by adding 1,000 employees this year, focusing on compliance roles.

22.08.2024 17:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

FTX Restructuring Plan Gains Massive Support as Asset Recovery Begins

FTX and its affiliates have moved closer to finalizing their reorganization plan, which has received substantial backing from creditors.

22.08.2024 15:30 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Tron to Reach $4 Billion in Revenue Next Year, According to CEO

Justin Sun, the founder of TRON, has set an ambitious revenue target of $4 billion for the network over the next year. Sun’s optimistic forecast is rooted in TRON’s current meme coin strategy, which he believes will significantly boost market growth.

22.08.2024 13:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Crypto Firms Pour $119 Million into 2024 US Elections

Public Citizen has issued a new report highlighting how cryptocurrency companies are shaping the 2024 US elections.

22.08.2024 12:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

This U.S. State Could Launch its Own Stablecoin in the Beginning of 2025

Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon recently addressed the Wyoming Blockchain Symposium, highlighting the state’s commitment to blockchain technology and unveiling plans for a state-backed stablecoin slated for release in 2025.

22.08.2024 11:30 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Will Top Crypto Exchange Binance Go Public?

Richard Teng, who took over as Binance’s CEO in 2023, has stated that the company does not plan to pursue an initial public offering (IPO) as he lays out a long-term vision for the exchange. Teng succeeded Changpeng “CZ” Zhao, who stepped down after a major settlement with US authorities.

22.08.2024 11:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov