Blockchain Pakistani Crypto Trader Kidnapped for $340K; Seven Arrested, Including CTD Officer January 6, 2025 Dan K Pakistani crypto trader kidnapped, extorted for $340K in cryptocurrency. Seven arrested, including a CTD officer. Case raises crypto security concerns.
Uncategorized Crypto Market Maker GSR Secures FCA Approval for OTC Services January 6, 2025 Dan KGSR earns FCA approval, becoming the first crypto market maker authorized by both FCA and MAS for OTC and programmatic crypto trading services.
Blockchain Global Crackdowns on Crypto Scams and AI Deepfake Fraud Intensify January 6, 2025 Dan KGlobal crackdowns on crypto scams and AI deepfake fraud: Vietnam arrests, US warnings on ATM scams, and Hong Kong busts reveal $4.37M stolen.
Blockchain 75% of Ripple’s Open Roles Are Now US-Based — CEO Brad Garlinghouse January 5, 2025 Dan KRipple CEO Garlinghouse says 75% of roles are now US-based after Trump’s election win, as pro-crypto policies boost confidence across the industry.
Blockchain Crypto’s Record-Breaking Year Sees Spike in Kidnappings and Ransom Schemes January 5, 2025 Dan KCrypto crime spikes as kidnappings and ransomware schemes surge in 2023. Victims face abductions, extortion, and millions in crypto losses
Blockchain Suspected Insider Wallets Earn $20M on Solana’s Focai Memecoin Launch January 4, 2025 Dan KSuspected insider wallets profit $20M from Solana’s Focai memecoin launch, sparking debate over fairness, transparency, and decentralization risks.
Blockchain OKX Ventures Invests in Sui-Based Liquid Staking Protocol Haedal January 4, 2025 Dan KOKX Ventures invests in Haedal, a Sui blockchain liquid staking protocol, boosting DeFi growth, on-chain liquidity, and simplified staking rewards access.
Blockchain Binance Further Expands in Brazil with Regulator’s Approval January 3, 2025 Dan KBinance acquires Sim;paul in Brazil, gaining broker-dealer licensing to expand crypto offerings and strengthen compliance across Latin America.
Altcoins Tether’s Market Cap Sheds $1.4B as MiCA Activates January 3, 2025 Dan KTether’s market cap falls $1.4B as MiCA rules start. EU future uncertain, but experts highlight USDT’s resilience, with 80% trading volume in Asia.
Blockchain Binance achieves 250m users, setting sights on 1b in 2025 January 2, 2025 Dan KBinance hits 250M users, maintaining market dominance while tackling global regulatory challenges. The exchange aims to reach 1B users by 2025.
