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A digital representation of Ethereum transactions highlighting the Bybit hack and THORChain laundering.

Kidnapped Ledger Co-Founder David Balland Had His Hand Mutilated in Ransom Plot

January 25, 2025 Dan K

David Balland, ex-Ledger co-founder, was kidnapped in France. A 48-hour ordeal ended with his rescue, leaving him injured. Police arrested 10 suspects.

Executives from leading crypto trade groups urge lawmakers to support the CLARITY Act

a16z to Close London Office to Refocus on U.S. Crypto Market

January 24, 2025 Dan K

Andreessen Horowitz shuts London office, pivoting to U.S. crypto market growth amid Trump’s executive order and renewed SEC clarity efforts.

A digital rendering of a Trump-branded virtual world with a metaverse marketplace and NFT trading hub.

Canadian Government Warns of Crypto’s Role in Illicit Opioid Trade

January 24, 2025 Dan K

Canada raises alarms over crypto use in opioid trade, citing darknet platforms and laundering tactics. FINTRAC’s Project Guardian combats illicit financing.

Chart depicting the rise in extremist crypto donations in Europe compared to North America.

Europe Sees Fastest Growth in Extremist Crypto Donations, Chainalysis Warns

January 24, 2025 Dan K

Europe sees fastest growth in extremist crypto donations, Chainalysis warns. Funding linked to hate groups rises amid global inflows exceeding $20M.

El Salvador’s Congress approves Bitcoin law amendments as part of an IMF loan agreement.

Trump Champions US Leadership in Crypto at Davos, Lummis Leads Senate Digital Assets Panel

January 23, 2025 Dan K

Trump backs US crypto leadership at Davos as Lummis chairs a new Senate panel focused on digital assets and bipartisan crypto legislation. (149 characters)

SGraph showcasing Cardano blockchain project distribution across traceability, authenticity, and sustainability.

Cardano Foundation Research Shows ‘Fundamental Shift’ in Blockchain Use

January 23, 2025 Dan K

Cardano research finds 54.6% of projects focus on authenticity, reflecting blockchain’s growing role in verifying identity and enterprise solutions.

Changpeng Zhao and Ella Zhang announce YZi Labs rebranding at a press event.

Binance Labs Rebrands to YZi Labs with CZ at the Helm

January 23, 2025 Dan K

Binance Labs rebrands to YZi Labs, led by CZ and Ella Zhang. Expanding to AI, web3, and biotech, YZi signals a new vision for transformative investments.