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Coinbase Plans Major U.S. Hiring Surge Following Crypto Policy Changes

Coinbase’s CEO, Brian Armstrong, announced the company’s plans to expand its workforce in the U.S. by hiring 1,000 new employees this year.

10.03.2025 16:59 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Binance Founder Urges Focus on Ethical Crypto Projects Over Quick Gains

Changpeng Zhao, the founder of Binance, has voiced his concerns over the growing trend of quick-profit hunting in the cryptocurrency world, particularly among speculative investors, or “degens.”

10.03.2025 15:58 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Ripple Co-Founder’s Wallet Compromised in $661 Million XRP Hack in 2024

Chris Larsen, the co-founder of Ripple, suffered a significant financial blow in 2024 when he lost over $661 million worth of XRP due to a security breach in the password management system LastPass.

10.03.2025 15:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Robinhood Settles $29.75 Million FINRA Probe Over Compliance Failures

Robinhood has agreed to a $29.75 million settlement with FINRA over lapses in supervision and compliance, including failures in anti-money laundering measures and oversight of trading activities.

10.03.2025 12:26 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Gemini Eyes IPO After SEC Drops Investigation

Crypto exchange Gemini, founded by Tyler and Cameron Winklevoss, is reportedly preparing to go public through an initial public offering (IPO).

10.03.2025 11:05 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Trump Administration’s Crypto Pivot Seen as Key to U.S. Financial Dominance

Sergey Nazarov, the founder of Chainlink (LINK), sees the Trump Administration’s newfound support for digital assets as a potential catalyst for reinforcing the United States’ dominance in global finance.

10.03.2025 8:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Political Donations from Crypto Firms Stir Concerns About Regulatory Risks

U.S. cryptocurrency companies have played a major role in President Donald Trump’s 2024 re-election campaign, contributing over $144 million.

09.03.2025 20:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Cardano Founder Explains Absence from White House Crypto Summit

Charles Hoskinson, the founder of Cardano (ADA), addressed the controversy surrounding his absence from the White House Crypto Summit.

09.03.2025 16:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

China and Middle Eastern Nations Explore Bitcoin Strategies Amid Growing Geopolitical Interest

Recent reports suggest that China and several Middle Eastern nations are contemplating Bitcoin acquisition strategies, signaling a growing interest in the cryptocurrency as a strategic asset.

09.03.2025 18:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Analyst Warns of Potential Crypto Market Downturn as Fed Maintains Interest Rates

Timothy Peterson, a prominent analyst, has warned that the cryptocurrency market might soon face a downturn.

09.03.2025 17:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Wall Street Banks Rethink Stock Market Outlook as Uncertainty Grows

Wall Street’s biggest banks are rethinking their stock market outlook, with JPMorgan Chase, Goldman Sachs, and Morgan Stanley adjusting their expectations amid growing economic uncertainty.

09.03.2025 10:00 1 min. read Alexander Zdravkov

Here is Why Solana and Tron Are Better Bets Than Ethereum, According to Andre Cronje

Ethereum’s struggles in recent months have sparked discussions among industry experts, with Sonic Labs co-founder Andre Cronje offering his perspective on the network’s lackluster performance.

09.03.2025 9:00 1 min. read Alexander Zdravkov

Peter Schiff Mocks U.S. Strategic Crypto Reserve, Jokes About His Own Bitcoin Stockpile

The U.S. government’s plan to establish a Strategic Crypto Reserve has sparked a lively debate in the crypto community, with even well-known critics like Peter Schiff joining the conversation.

08.03.2025 22:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

US Banks Can Officially Engage in Crypto Activities Without Prior Approval

The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), the U.S. regulator responsible for overseeing national banks, has announced that U.S. banks can now engage in specific crypto-related activities without prior approval.

08.03.2025 21:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Kraken Eyes Potential 2026 IPO After SEC Drops Legal Case

Kraken is exploring the possibility of going public with an initial public offering (IPO) targeted for the first quarter of 2026, according to sources familiar with the matter.

08.03.2025 17:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Offshore Crypto Exchanges Compared to Predatory Casinos, Analyst Warns

A crypto analyst has drawn a stark comparison between offshore crypto exchanges and massive gambling operations, claiming that the real forces behind Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies aren’t retail investors or institutional buyers, but the unregulated futures markets.

08.03.2025 12:00 2 min. read

Pi Network Faces Pressure as Major Token Unlock Approaches

Pi Network is facing pressure as its price drops over 8%, reflecting broader declines in the crypto market.

07.03.2025 16:55 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

XRP Ledger Introduces New Update with Enhanced Security and Features

RippleX has unveiled the release of rippled version 2.4.0, a major update to the XRP Ledger protocol, introducing a variety of enhancements designed to increase the ledger’s performance.

07.03.2025 15:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Sam Bankman-Fried Defends Himself in Prison Interview, Hints at Pardon Push

In a recent prison interview, Sam Bankman-Fried, the founder of FTX, maintains that he does not view himself as a criminal, despite being convicted on multiple fraud-related charges.

07.03.2025 12:00 2 min. read Alexander Zdravkov

New Bill Aims to Disband the Federal Reserve, Citing Economic Instability

Congressman Thomas Massie has reintroduced a bill to abolish the Federal Reserve, blaming it for inflation and economic instability.

07.03.2025 10:00 1 min. read Alexander Zdravkov

Authorities Move to Freeze Assets in LIBRA Scandal, Request Deleted Data

A high-profile investigation into Argentine President Javier Milei’s alleged connection to the LIBRA cryptocurrency scandal has led to a request to freeze up to $110 million in assets.

06.03.2025 22:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Axie Infinity Teases New MMO Game with 3D Combat

Sky Mavis, the creators behind Axie Infinity, have dropped a teaser for their upcoming MMO, Atia’s Legacy, set to expand the Axie universe.

06.03.2025 21:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Here’s When FTX Creditors Will Receive Their Next Payout 

The bankrupt cryptocurrency exchange FTX recently announced the date for their next payour to creditors.

06.03.2025 18:16 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Solana Co-Founder Rejects U.S. Crypto Reserve Amid Ripple Controversy

Solana co-founder Anatoly Yakovenko has voiced strong opposition to the idea of a U.S. government-controlled crypto reserve, arguing that such a move would undermine decentralization.

06.03.2025 13:58 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Russia Explores Regulated Crypto Trading for Select Investors

Russia’s Finance Ministry is working with the country’s central bank on a plan to permit certain investors to trade cryptocurrencies within a regulated environment.

06.03.2025 10:00 1 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Legal Expert Hints at Potential Early Resolution for XRP Lawsuit

As discussions around the XRP lawsuit heat up, Jeremy Hogan, a legal expert, has sparked fresh speculation about a possible resolution.

05.03.2025 21:00 2 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Reddit Co-Founder Joins Bid to Buy TikTok US, Plans Blockchain Integration

Reddit’s co-founder has joined a consortium led by billionaire Frank McCourt in an attempt to acquire TikTok’s US operations.

05.03.2025 18:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Animoca Brands Sees Revenue Growth While Cutting Costs with AI

Animoca Brands saw a 12% rise in 2024 bookings, reaching $314 million, with its Digital Asset Advisory (DAA) division driving much of the growth.

05.03.2025 15:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Ripple Outlines Key Steps for Stablecoin Widespread Adoption

Ripple recently outlined five essential measures needed for stablecoins to gain widespread adoption.

05.03.2025 9:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Trump’s Crypto Reserve Proposal Faces Backlash from Key Industry Figures

President Donald Trump’s proposal for a “cryptocurrency strategic reserve” has sparked strong skepticism within the crypto community, even from his past supporters.

04.03.2025 19:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

SEC Drops Yuga Labs Investigation, Strengthening NFT Ecosystem

Yuga Labs, a leading player in the NFT space, has announced that the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has officially closed its investigation into the company.

04.03.2025 21:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Possible Proposals at the Upcoming White House Crypto Meeting

Donald Trump is preparing to host his first-ever cryptocurrency summit at the White House on March 7, an event that has already caused a stir in the crypto market.

04.03.2025 17:38 2 min. read Alexander Zdravkov

BitMEX Founder Questions Viability of Trump’s Crypto Reserve Proposal

Arthur Hayes, the co-founder of BitMEX, has voiced his doubts about U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent proposal for a national cryptocurrency reserve. 

04.03.2025 15:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Peter Schiff Demands Investigation into Trump’s Alleged Role in Crypto Market Manipulation

Peter Schiff, a renowned gold bug and Bitcoin critic, is calling for a congressional investigation into what he describes as one of the most significant cryptocurrency manipulations ever seen.

04.03.2025 11:55 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Here’s How Much XRP Ripple Co-Founder Chris Larsen Still Holds

On-chain investigator ZachXBT has revealed that Ripple co-founder and executive chairman Chris Larsen still controls over $7 billion worth of XRP tokens.

04.03.2025 9:00 2 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Kraken Joins Growing List of Firms Escaping SEC Legal Battles

The SEC’s decision to drop its case against Kraken underscores a shifting regulatory landscape for digital assets in the U.S.

04.03.2025 8:00 2 min. read Alexander Zdravkov

Ripple’s SEC Struggle Inches Toward Conclusion with Key Challenges Ahead

Ripple Labs is nearing the end of its legal battle with the U.S. SEC over unregistered securities, but obstacles remain.

03.03.2025 22:00 1 min. read Alexander Zdravkov

Crypto.com With Bold New Plans for Its Blockchain – What’s Next?

Crypto.com’s blockchain Cronos is proposing to reintroduce 70 billion CRO tokens that were previously burned in 2021, a move that would restore the total supply to 100 billion CRO.

03.03.2025 21:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Crypto Whale Earns Millions Ahead of Trump’s Crypto Reserve Announcement

A crypto whale has profited nearly $7 million after placing large leveraged bets on Bitcoin and Ether just before President Trump’s announcement about the Crypto Strategic Reserve.

03.03.2025 19:00 1 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Armstrong Backs Bitcoin as Sole Choice for U.S. Crypto Reserve Amid Industry Debate

Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong believes that if the U.S. were to establish a crypto reserve, Bitcoin should be its primary asset, likening it to a modern successor to gold.

03.03.2025 18:00 1 min. read Alexander Zdravkov

Eric Trump Warns Traditional Finance to Embrace Crypto 

Eric Trump recently warned traditional finance to adapt to cryptocurrencies or risk becoming obsolete, following his father Donald Trump’s announcement of a U.S. Strategic Crypto Reserve (SCR).

03.03.2025 16:00 1 min. read Alexander Zdravkov

Ripple CEO Backs U.S. Crypto Reserve, Criticizes Biden-Era Policies

US President Donald Trump recently unveiled plans for a Strategic Cryptocurrency Reserve that will include Bitcoin (BTC), Etherium (ETH), Solana (SOL), XRP and Cardano (ADA).

03.03.2025 11:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Charles Hoskinson Dismisses Government Appointment Rumors, Hints at Big Developments

Cardano’s Charles Hoskinson recently reassured the crypto community that the industry is well-represented and hinted at positive developments ahead.

03.03.2025 8:00 1 min. read Alexander Zdravkov

Analyst Warns of USDT Delisting in Europe and Growing Regulatory Pressure on Stablecoins

Veteran cryptocurrency analyst, il Capo of Crypto, has shared his latest insights on the evolving crypto landscape, highlighting significant developments in stablecoin trading regulations within Europe.

02.03.2025 17:00 1 min. read Alexander Zdravkov

Strategy Reaps $2.6 Billion Bitcoin Gain in Early 2025, On Track to Surpass 500,000 BTC

Michael Saylor, the executive chairman and co-founder of Strategy (previously known as MicroStrategy), recently updated his followers on the company’s performance in the first two months of 2025.

02.03.2025 11:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Elon Musk Compares Memecoins to Gambling, Urges Caution

Elon Musk has once again sparked discussions in the crypto world, this time taking a critical stance on memecoins.

02.03.2025 10:00 1 min. read Alexander Zdravkov

US Banks Face $482 Billion in Unrealized Losses, FDIC Warns

American banks are facing a sharp rise in unrealized losses, with the latest data from the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) revealing a significant increase in the fourth quarter of 2024.

01.03.2025 21:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Citigroup Mistakenly Credits Customer With $81 Trillion in Payment Error

A routine transaction at Citigroup took an unexpected turn when a staggering $81 trillion was mistakenly added to a customer’s account instead of the intended $280.

01.03.2025 20:00 1 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Judge Dismisses SEC Lawsuit Against HEX Founder, But Legal Troubles Persist

A U.S. judge has dismissed the SEC’s lawsuit against Richard Heart, founder of Hex, ruling that the regulator lacked jurisdiction over his crypto dealings.

01.03.2025 16:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Changpeng Zhao Pledges Liquidity for BNB Chain Memecoins but Rejects Token Donations

Binance founder Changpeng Zhao (CZ) has pledged to personally provide liquidity for select projects participating in BNB Chain’s Memecoin Liquidity Support Program.

01.03.2025 15:00 1 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Trump to Lead White House Crypto Summit as U.S. Shapes Digital Finance Policy

The White House is set to host its first-ever cryptocurrency summit on March 7, with former President Donald Trump leading the event.

01.03.2025 14:00 2 min. read Alexander Zdravkov

Vitalik Buterin Calls for Better Wallet Solutions to Prevent Non-Theft Crypto Losses

As Ethereum prepares for its upcoming security updates, co-founder Vitalik Buterin is drawing attention to a growing issue within the crypto space: losses that aren’t related to theft.

01.03.2025 13:24 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Binance Founder Advises Investors to Scale Back Amid Crypto Market Volatility

Amid a turbulent period in the cryptocurrency market, Binance founder Changpeng Zhao (CZ) recently offered advice to stressed investors, suggesting they scale back their positions.

01.03.2025 12:17 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Trump’s Company Dives into the Metaverse and NFTs

The Trump Organization is preparing to make its mark in the digital space, with new filings indicating plans for a branded virtual world and NFT marketplace.

01.03.2025 11:00 1 min. read Kosta Gushterov

AI Hype Likely to Burst, Echoing Past Market Bubbles

Jeremy Grantham, co-founder of GMO, has raised alarms about the ongoing hype surrounding artificial intelligence (AI), drawing parallels to past speculative bubbles.

28.02.2025 21:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Germany’s DekaBank Rolls Out Crypto Trading and Custody Solutions

After nearly two years of development, German investment bank DekaBank has launched cryptocurrency trading and custody services for institutional clients, managing €377 billion ($395 billion) in assets.

28.02.2025 18:00 1 min. read Alexander Zdravkov

MetaMask Expands to Bitcoin and Solana, Aims to Eliminate Gas Fees

MetaMask is gearing up for a major upgrade in 2025, introducing new features aimed at expanding its reach and improving user experience.

28.02.2025 15:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

SEC Drops Lawsuit Against Coinbase, Marking a Major Win for Crypto Industry

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has decided to drop its lawsuit against Coinbase Global Inc., which had accused the crypto exchange of breaching federal securities laws.

28.02.2025 12:00 1 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Consensys Triumphs as SEC Walks Away from Legal Fight

The SEC is set to dismiss its lawsuit against Consensys, marking a turning point in the regulatory battle over MetaMask’s compliance with securities laws.

28.02.2025 10:57 1 min. read Alexander Zdravkov

Ondo Finance Brings Tokenized Treasuries to Mastercard’s Blockchain Network

Ondo Finance is set to become the first company to introduce real-world assets to Mastercard’s Multi-Token Network (MTN).

28.02.2025 8:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov