Market
Crime
ZachXBT links high-risk Hyperliquid crypto trader to notorious fraudster in UK
ZachXBT's exposé ties Hyperliquid whale’s financial maneuvers to decade-long criminal past.
Stablecoins
Tether was 7th largest US Treasury holder in 2024, surpassing nations like Canada and Norway
Tether secures $33.1 billion in US Treasuries, bolstering USDT stability and economic influence.
Exchanges
Bybit CEO describes how hackers launder stolen Ethereum via Bitcoin mixers
Zhou warns that the growing use of crypto mixers by hackers complicates asset recovery efforts.
Solana
Pump Fun’s slowdown triggers 97% collapse in Solana network earnings
Solana's memecoin era wanes, taking network activity with it.
Technology
Coinbase stakes its claim as Ethereum’s largest independent node operator
Coinbase validators boast 99.75% uptime across global jurisdictions.
Technology
BNB Chain embraces Pascal Hardfork, advances smart contract functionality
The update comes as memecoin trading continues to fuel record-breaking DEX activity on BNB Chain.
Exchanges
Crypto.com reports record $1.5B revenue in 2024 to become the third largest exchange
Crypto.com allocates $700 million to user acquisition and branding, paving the way for significant market traction.
Crypto
Czech central banker questions Bitcoin’s place as a reserve asset amid volatility concerns
The Czech National Bank's Bitcoin deliberation is clouded by regulation gaps and instability concerns.
Crypto
North Dakota sets $2,000 daily limit for crypto ATM transactions
The new legislation requires crypto ATM operators to obtain money transmitter licenses and display fraud warnings before transactions.
Legal
XRP surges 10% as Ripple claims decisive win over SEC regulations
Ripple's landmark victory over SEC solidifies XRP's status, with market value soaring post-announcement.
Technology
Ethereum to end support for Holesky testnet by September 2025
Holesky's troubles prompt Ethereum to debut the Hoodi testnet for smoother protocol transitions.
Crime
TV director faces charges for $11M fraud in crypto, luxury car spree
Prosecutors claim film funds for the show White Horse were diverted to personal investments by director Rinsch.