3 key reasons why the DeFi sector is booming again
Mergers between sector leaders, rising TVL, and traders looking for fast returns are the primary factors behind the current DeFi boom. Data from Messari shows […]
BitMex turns to Chainalysis to solve legal woes, or at least soften the CFTC’s blow
If you can’t beat ’em, join ’em? BitMex onboards more aggressive Chainalysis measures in advance of a response to the CFTC. Still facing a courtroom […]
Bitcoiner Loses Password to 7,002 Bitcoins Worth $240 Million
A bitcoiner has shared his story of how he lost access to his 7,002 bitcoins, worth about $240 million at the current price. He has […]
Four cryptocurrency block reward halvings to look out for in 2021
Could block reward halvings scheduled for the coming year prove beneficial for the valuations of these four cryptocurrencies? Block reward halvings cut the rate at […]
Another $1 billion wipeout: Why is Bitcoin seeing extreme price moves?
Nearly $1 billion worth of Bitcoin futures contracts have been wiped out once again. Nearly $1 billion worth of Bitcoin (BTC) futures contracts were liquidated […]
Mastermind of $147 Million Crypto ‘Scam of Epic Proportions’ Sentenced to 10 Years in US Prison
The mastermind of what the U.S. Department of Justice calls a scam of “epic proportions” has been sentenced to 10 years in prison. His crypto […]
ECB president Lagarde renews calls for global regulation of Bitcoin
In a recent interview, Lagarde said that Bitcoin has been used to conduct “funny business” and “totally reprehensible money laundering activity.” The European Central Bank […]
Former Coinbase compliance exec joins BitGo as new CCO
BitGo has hired a former Coinbase compliance officer following a $98,000 settlement with the U.S. Treasury. BitGo, a major digital asset custody and security company, […]
Darknet Giant Darkmarket Shut Down, Alleged Operator Arrested
The authorities in seven countries and Europol have jointly taken down Darkmarket, one of the largest darknet marketplaces. The action was taken after the marketplace’s […]
US Navy awards $1.5M jet fighter contract to blockchain project
SIMBA Chain has been tapped to beef up the supply chain of the United States Navy after receiving a $1.5 million research grant. SIMBA Chain, […]