One of the predominant narratives shaping the crypto market this year revolves around the actions of large holders, also known as whales. These whales have a significant impact on market prices, causing both fear and excitement among investors. The community has expressed concerns about potential market manipulation by whales during price downturns, yet they are
The hacker behind the massive $235 million theft from WazirX, an Indian crypto exchange, has recently transferred approximately $10 million through sanctioned Tornado Cash. This move was reported by blockchain security firm Cyvers, indicating a troubling trend in the realm of cryptocurrency theft. The hacker has managed to launder $10 million in Ethereum, with deposits
The summer of 2024 has been historically bearish for the Bitcoin price, following the trend of previous years. Since June, Bitcoin’s price has taken a significant hit, dropping from over $70,000 to below $50,000 at one point. However, there may be hope on the horizon as crypto analysts have started to see indications of a
Samuel Edyme, also known as HIM-buktu, is a multifaceted individual with a diverse set of skills. His background as a web3 content writer, journalist, and aspiring trader showcases his versatility in various fields. Despite facing challenges early on in his crypto journey, such as falling victim to a Ponzi scheme, Edyme persevered and used his
Robinhood’s crypto division recently agreed to pay a $3.9 million fine to settle a California investigation into its past practices. The investigation found that users were prevented from withdrawing their digital assets from 2018 to 2022. This lack of transparency and accessibility raises concerns about the company’s handling of user funds. California Attorney General Rob
X Empire, previously known as Musk Empire Game, is an innovative tap-to-earn crypto game available on Telegram. The game offers players the opportunity to engage in virtual mining to earn rewards in the form of $XEMP tokens. The concept of tap-to-earn combined with cryptocurrency adds an exciting dimension to the gameplay, making it an attractive
Ripple recently announced a new partnership with Yonsei University in South Korea as part of its University Blockchain Research Initiative (UBRI) program. This collaboration marks the university as the 58th partner to join the initiative, with 12 of them situated in the Asia Pacific region. Yonsei University’s involvement in the program will focus on driving
Bitcoin, the leading cryptocurrency, has been experiencing significant fluctuations in its value recently. The price dropped from $59,076 to $57,127 within a day, signaling instability in the market. This downward trend continued as BTC closed the week at $57,565, failing to gain enough momentum for a bullish reversal. The multiple factors influencing this trajectory are
In recent news, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has imposed additional charges against Galois Capital, a crypto-focused advisory firm that held client assets at FTX. As a result of its actions, Galois has agreed to pay a civil penalty of $225,000, which will be distributed to investors who suffered harm as a result of
WazirX has initiated the second phase of its fiat currency withdrawal process earlier than expected, on Sept. 3, despite the original start date being set for Sept. 9. This decision comes as the exchange deals with the aftermath of a major security breach that saw the theft of over $230 million in user assets. CEO
Cardano recently underwent a highly anticipated Chang hardfork, bringing about significant changes to the Layer-1 blockchain. The upgrade included the implementation of on-chain voting, Delegate Representatives, enhanced smart contract capabilities, and a revamped governance structure with cost model improvements. Despite these upgrades, Cardano has seen a drop in price in recent days. At the time
The recent charges and settlement between the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Galois Capital Management LLC shed light on the importance of compliance with client asset safeguarding requirements. The SEC found that Galois Capital failed to comply with the Custody Rule provisions, which ultimately exposed investors to significant risks. By not securing its
Samuel Edyme, known by the nickname HIM-buktu, has made quite a name for himself in the web3 content writing and journalism industry. His journey into the world of cryptocurrency did not start off on a high note, as he fell victim to a Ponzi scheme that utilized crypto as payment. However, instead of being deterred
The recent price volatility in the Bitcoin market, with a significant drop below $50,000 last month, has raised concerns among investors. However, some analysts, including CryptoCon, remain optimistic about the future of Bitcoin. Despite the current price corrections, CryptoCon believes that the Bitcoin bull run is still on track. In a recent forecast on social