Trade war puts Bitcoin’s status as safe-haven asset in doubt
“BTC has always had two key narratives:” a short-term risk asset, sensitive to liquidity expectations, but also as a longer-term store of value. Several years back, many in the crypto…
SEC’s U-turn on crypto leaves key questions unanswered
The SEC dropped a raft of crypto cases and Trump’s talking up a crypto reserve. But lawyers warn crypto laws and regulations remain unclear. The United States Securities and Exchange…
REX launches Bitcoin Corporate Treasury Convertible Bond ETF
Bitcoin is becoming more integrated into the legacy financial system through indirect exposure provided by corporate securities and ETFs. REX Shares, an exchange-traded fund (ETF) provider with over $6 billion…
Vitalik on AI apocalypse, LA Times both-sides KKK, LLM grooming: AI Eye
Vitalik on how to prevent AI apocalypse, Russian disinfo campaign targets AI training data, LA Times bias-meter causes controversy. AI Eye. Ethereum creator Vitalik Buterin has warned that centralized AI…
Crypto fans are obsessed with longevity and biohacking: Here’s why
From Vitalik Buterin to Brian Armstrong, many crypto proponents are obsessed with discovering the secret to immortality. We found out why. From Vitalik Buterin to Balaji Srinivasan, Brian Armstrong and…
Mystery celeb memecoin scam factory, HK firm dumps Bitcoin: Asia Express
Chinese social media ablaze about rumored celeb memecoin factory in Shenzhen, crypto now 25% of all funds scammed in Singapore. Asia Express. A mysterious memecoin factory in Shenzhen is rumored…
Coinbase Ventures Debuts Base Ecosystem Group on Echo Platform
Base has become Ethereum’s top layer two (L2) across several metrics and Base projects will now have access to onchain startup capital on Echo. Echo Hosts Coinbase Ventures’ New Base…
Massive Campaign Uses Over 700K Wallets in Cryptojacking Scheme
A cryptojacking campaign that encompasses the use of over 700K cryptocurrency addresses has been unveiled by cybersecurity company Ciberark. Massjacker is a crypto jacking tool, meaning that it hijacks the…
US Extradites Russia-Israel Citizen Linked to Lockbit Attacks
A Lockbit ransomware developer has been extradited to the U.S., admitting to coding and consulting for the cybercriminal group, which paid him in cryptocurrency. Lockbit Ransomware Developer Extradited to US…
North Korea’s Lazarus Group Moves 400 ETH to Tornado Cash Following $1.5B Bybit Hack
North Korea-linked Lazarus Group transferred 400 ETH (worth $750,000) to Tornado Cash on March 12, 2025, likely laundering proceeds from the record $1.5 billion Bybit hack, blockchain researchers report. ZachXBT:…
Crypto faces ‘starkest’ gap between sentiment and fundamentals: BlockTower
BlockTower Capital’s founder sees the mismatch as a chance to make “differentiated bets,” expecting “trending outperformance” in the next run. The major disconnect between crypto traders’ growing short-term market uncertainty…
Hong Kong fintech sector sees 250% blockchain growth since 2022
Hong Kong’s fintech market is projected to hit $606 billion by 2032, driven by blockchain, digital assets, AI and a proactive Web3 licensing regime. Hong Kong anticipates the continued growth…
Growth in Bitcoin and stablecoin adoption could accelerate dedollarization
A US-led tariff war, preexisting economic sanctions, and global Bitcoin and stablecoin adoption could play a role in some countries’ attempts to dedollarize. The US dollar has long reigned as…
Bitcoin bull market in peril as US recession and tariff worries loom
US tariffs amplify Bitcoin’s volatility, but there could be a silver lining for BTC price. In the first three months of his presidency, Donald Trump has ignited trade tensions by…
Sacks and his VC firm sold over $200M in crypto and stocks before WH role
The White House confirmed David Sacks and his VC firm took “significant steps” to avoid conflicts of interest by selling crypto and related stocks before Donald Trump’s inauguration. David Sacks…