Cryptocurrency Market

  • Market Cap: $2,253,773,485,503.58
  • 24h Vol: $75,604,471,241.46
  • BTC Dominance: 56.04%
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FBI Seizes $2.5M in Crypto From Thailand-Based Pig Butchering Scam Targeting Americans

The U.S. Attorney’s Office has launched a civil forfeiture action to reclaim cryptocurrency seized by the FBI from international fraudsters involved in “pig butchering” schemes. This initiative aims to return the stolen funds to victims and hold criminals accountable. “The rate at which bad actors are using elaborate pig-butchering scams to defraud innocent people is […]

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Indian Crypto Exchange Wazirx Suspends Withdrawals Amid $230M Security Breach

Indian crypto exchange Wazirx has announced a security breach affecting one of its multisig wallets, resulting in the theft of over $230 million. Cryptocurrency and INR withdrawals have been halted as the team investigates the incident, with blockchain investigators Zachxbt and Mudit Gupta offering insights into the sophisticated hack. Wazirx Security Breach Halts Withdrawals After

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German Authorities Announce Bitcoin Sale Completion, Net €2.6 Billion

German authorities have announced the completion of an emergency sale of nearly 50,000 bitcoins, raising about 2.6 billion euros. They explained that this sale was mandated to avoid a potential value decline due to the crypto’s price volatility. The funds are now secured for criminal proceedings at the Leipzig Regional Court. 2.64 Billion Euros Raised

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South African Travel Fintech Turnstay Secures Funding for Regional Expansion from DCG, DFS Lab

Venture capital firms DFS Lab and Digital Currency Group (DCG) recently invested $300,000 in Turnstay, a South African travel-focused fintech startup. Turnstay aims to simplify payment procedures for international travelers by leveraging a global network of compliant companies. New Investment to Fund African Expansion Drive The South African fintech startup Turnstay recently secured $300,000 (over

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Undeads Game Beta Playtest Starts August 10

PRESS RELEASE. The Undeads team is thrilled to announce the first public beta for their flagship game, Undeads, a gripping battle royale experience available on Steam. Players will compete to be the last one standing, choosing to survive as either a Zombie or a Human. As a token of appreciation for their ongoing commitment and

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German Government Officially Acknowledges Involvement in 50,000 Bitcoin Sell-off

The German government has officially acknowledged its involvement in selling 49,858 bitcoin linked to the movie2k case. In a press release, German authorities reported that the sales were completed due to what is stipulated in Section 111p of the Code of Criminal Procedure, classifying this move as an “emergency sale.” Bankhaus Scheich Wertpapierspezialist AG, the

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Nigerian Prison Doctor Faces Arrest Over Jailed Binance Exec’s Health Report

On July 16, a Nigerian court issued an arrest warrant for a prison doctor who failed to provide jailed Binance executive Tigran Gambaryan’s medical report as demanded. The court also ordered prison officials to take Gambaryan to a local hospital for 24 hours of medical care. Prison Doctor Fails to Appear in Court A Nigerian

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Maelstrom Launches Bitcoin Grant Program Aiming to Support Developers

The Arthur Hayes-linked Bitcoin-supporting entity Maelstorm has launched a grant program to assist with the technical development of Bitcoin. Developers who wish to receive grants—ranging from $50,000 to $150,000 each—must submit applications on or before August 25. Enhancing Bitcoin’s Resilience and Censorship Resistance Maelstorm, an entity focused on Bitcoin’s technical development, has launched a Bitcoin

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Okx Quits Nigerian Market, Users Urged to Withdraw Funds Before Deadline

Okx, a leading cryptocurrency exchange, has announced its decision to discontinue services in Nigeria starting from August 16, 2024. The company cited unfavorable policies by the Nigerian government as the reason for this move. Okx said Nigerian users are advised to withdraw their funds from the platform before the specified date. This decision is similar

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Fake Professors Scam Crypto Investors on Telegram and Whatsapp, DFI Warns

The Washington State Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) has reported multiple complaints about cryptocurrency scams on Whatsapp and Telegram involving fake “professors.” These scams lure investors through social media ads and false educational institutions, promising high returns and offering dubious loans. Cryptocurrency Scams: Fake Professors Target Investors The Washington State Department of Financial Institutions (DFI)

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