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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.
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.
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.
Binance founder Changpeng Zhao (CZ) has pledged to personally provide liquidity for select projects participating in BNB Chain’s Memecoin Liquidity Support Program.
The White House is set to host its first-ever cryptocurrency summit on March 7, with former President Donald Trump leading the event.
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.
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.
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.
Jeremy Grantham, co-founder of GMO, has raised alarms about the ongoing hype surrounding artificial intelligence (AI), drawing parallels to past speculative bubbles.
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.
MetaMask is gearing up for a major upgrade in 2025, introducing new features aimed at expanding its reach and improving user experience.
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.
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.
Ondo Finance is set to become the first company to introduce real-world assets to Mastercard’s Multi-Token Network (MTN).
Crypto exchange BitMEX, once a dominant player in the derivatives market, is reportedly exploring a sale, according to sources familiar with the matter.
The chief investment officer of Bitwise, Matt Hougan, recently shared his thoughts on the fading allure of memecoins and how the crypto market is in need of a new narrative.
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Justin Sun are seeking a 60-day delay in their ongoing legal case, as both parties explore the possibility of a settlement.
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has concluded its investigation into Gemini, the well-known cryptocurrency exchange, without pursuing any charges.
MARA Holdings is positioning itself to play a major role in the expanding AI sector, marking a shift from its Bitcoin mining focus.
The ongoing bankruptcy proceedings for FTX have already incurred close to $1 billion in legal fees, positioning it among the priciest cases in U.S. history.
Tensions are rising in global markets as the U.S. prepares to impose a 25% tariff on European imports, with the automotive sector taking the biggest hit.
Nvidia continues to dominate the AI hardware market, delivering fourth-quarter earnings that exceeded expectations and setting an optimistic outlook for the months ahead.
Block Inc., the payments company led by Jack Dorsey, is working to resolve regulatory issues with New York authorities concerning its Anti-Money Laundering (AML) efforts and Bitcoin-related programs.
Bank of America is considering stepping into the stablecoin market with its own USD-backed digital asset, according to CEO Brian Moynihan.
Peter Schiff, a prominent critic of Bitcoin, has identified large-scale withdrawals from Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) as the biggest threat to Michael Saylor’s strategy.
Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino argues that USDT is a key force in maintaining the US dollar’s global dominance.
Bybit’s CEO, Ben Zhou, has announced that the exchange has fully addressed the security breach that resulted in the theft of nearly $1.5 billion in Ethereum (ETH) and Lido Staked Ether (stETH) last week.
Venture capitalist Chris Burniske suggests that the current downturn in the digital asset market is a typical part of the cycle that occurs during bull runs.
MicroStrategy’s stock has fallen over 55%, raising concerns about whether the company could be forced to sell its substantial Bitcoin holdings, which total nearly 500,000 BTC worth $43.7 billion.
U.S. Regulators have backed away from pursuing Uniswap Labs, marking the end of a three-year SEC investigation into the firm behind the top decentralized exchange.
OKX’s affiliate, Aux Cayes FinTech Co. Ltd., has agreed to a settlement with U.S. authorities, committing to a payment of over $500 million.
Binance has introduced RedStone (RED) as the latest project on its Launchpool, marking its 64th addition.
Terra Luna Classic (LUNC) is drawing renewed interest as Binance backs its latest network upgrade, fueling optimism despite a broader market downturn.
Citadel Securities, a major market-making firm based in Miami, is preparing to enter cryptocurrency trading, marking a significant shift in its strategy.
Legal analyst Jeremy Hogan has suggested that the long-running battle between Ripple and the SEC may conclude within the first half of the year.
Ethena Foundation has raised $100 million in a private token sale, finalized in December but only now surfacing.
Robinhood announced that the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has formally ended its investigation.
This week, several key US economic reports could influence the direction of crypto markets, which remain highly sensitive to broader macroeconomic trends.
After a significant hack on Bybit that saw $1.5 billion in Ethereum stolen, several prominent figures in the Chinese crypto space have stepped in to assist the exchange by depositing ETH to boost its liquidity.
Ki Young Ju, CEO of CryptoQuant, recently shared an intriguing perspective on memecoins, linking them to Carl Jung’s theory of the “collective unconscious.”
Arkham Intelligence, a crypto exchange and analytics company, is expanding its services to include spot crypto trading, set to launch in 17 U.S. states on March 1.
Fundstrat’s head of research, Tom Lee, believes the US stock market is poised for further gains despite recent volatility.
Following a major hack that targeted Bybit on February 21, the exchange has managed to recover a significant portion of its Ethereum reserves, bouncing back to nearly half of its pre-attack levels.
Timothy Stebbing, director of the Dogecoin Foundation, recently shared exciting insights into the plans for expanding Dogecoin’s global adoption.
Changpeng Zhao (CZ), the founder of Binance, recently reached out to the cryptocurrency community for guidance on how to manage over $1 million that had accumulated in a donation wallet address he once used.
Warren Buffett is raising concerns about the U.S. economy, warning that the dollar’s stability and purchasing power are vulnerable.
Russia is tightening its grip on cryptocurrency regulation, with the Supreme Court preparing to classify digital assets as property in criminal cases.
The team behind Pi Network has responded to recent remarks from Bybit CEO Ben Zhou, who dismissed the project’s legitimacy and ruled out a future listing on the exchange.
Bybit is taking an aggressive approach to recovering funds after suffering the largest exchange hack in crypto history.
As Europe tightens regulations on stablecoins, major crypto exchanges Kraken and Crypto.com are developing their own digital assets to navigate the new legal landscape.
Binance and Bitget have stepped in to help Bybit following a massive hack, transferring over 50,000 ETH to Bybit’s cold wallets.
The SEC has officially closed its investigation into OpenSea, deciding not to pursue legal action or classify NFTs as securities.
Robinhood’s cryptocurrency division is poised for substantial growth, with trading activity projected to surge over the next two years, according to a new analysis by Bernstein.
Binance’s CEO, Richard Teng, recently urged the crypto community to be more cautious with their investments, highlighting the importance of independent research.
MANTRA has launched RWAccelerator, a new initiative designed to support Web3 founders by offering them resources such as funding, mentorship, and AI tools.
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong announced on X that the company has reached a deal with the SEC to dismiss its litigation, which is expected to be finalized next week.
Pi Network’s record-breaking airdrop has reignited controversy, with Bybit CEO Ben Zhou drawing attention to past warnings from Chinese authorities labeling the project a scam.
In a surprising turn of events, the chances of a Fort Knox gold audit happening by May 2025 have risen sharply following comments from President Donald Trump.
Kraken saw a 39% rise in government data requests in 2024, with U.S. agencies leading the surge, according to its latest transparency report.
Vitalik Buterin has expressed disappointment over what he sees as a shift in values within the crypto industry, particularly in relation to Ethereum’s cautious stance on blockchain gambling.