Crypto News And Market Updates

Turkey implements new cryptocurrency AML regulations in 2025 to curb illicit financial activities.

Turkey Implements Stricter Crypto AML Regulations Starting February 2025

December 25, 2024 Paulo

Turkey’s crypto AML rules, effective Feb. 2025, require user identification for $425+ transactions and allow halting of risky transfers lacking info.

DeFi Hacks Drop 40% in 2024, CeFi Breaches Surge to $694M

December 24, 2024 Paulo

DeFi losses fall 40% in 2024 to $474M, while CeFi breaches surge to $694M. Improved DeFi protocols contrast with CeFi’s growing vulnerabilities.

Michael Saylor announces MicroStrategy’s Bitcoin holdings reaching 444,262 BTC after purchasing 5,262 BTC for $561 million.

MicroStrategy Acquires 5,262 BTC for $561M, Total Holdings Reach 444,262 BTC

December 23, 2024 Paulo

MicroStrategy buys 5,262 BTC for $561M, raising its holdings to 444,262 BTC. Joining Nasdaq 100 highlights its growing influence in Bitcoin advocacy.

Illustration of cryptocurrency under investigation for fraud with legal documents and a magnifying glass.

California Residents Indicted in $22M Crypto Fraud Case

December 22, 2024 Paulo

California residents Gabriel Hay and Gavin Mayo indicted for a $22M crypto fraud involving NFT rugpulls and investor scams, facing decades in prison.

Tai Mo Shan settles with SEC for $123 million over TerraUSD collapse

Jump Crypto Subsidiary Tai Mo Shan Settles with SEC for $123 Million

December 22, 2024 Paulo

Jump Crypto’s Tai Mo Shan settles with SEC for $123M over misleading TerraUSD stability claims, spotlighting stablecoin risks and regulatory impact.

Image of Rostislav Panev, accused LockBit ransomware developer, linked to cybercrime activities involving cryptocurrency.

US Charges Developer Linked to LockBit Ransomware Group, Paid in Crypto

December 21, 2024 Paulo

The US DOJ charged Rostislav Panev for creating ransomware tools for LockBit, earning $230K in crypto. Arrested in Israel, he awaits US extradition.

Ilya Lichtenstein delivers a statement from prison, addressing his role in the 2016 Bitfinex hack.

Bitfinex Hacker Speaks Out After Sentencing: Ilya Lichtenstein Takes Full Responsibility

December 19, 2024 Paulo

Bitfinex hacker Ilya Lichtenstein speaks out from prison, taking full blame for the 2016 Bitcoin heist and absolving wife Heather Morgan of involvement.

Namada Proposal Seeks Approval for NAM Airdrop to Coin Center Donors

December 18, 2024 Paulo

Namada proposes a NAM airdrop to Coin Center donors, funding advocacy efforts. 1–2M tokens, 2-4% of PGF budget, could be allocated in 3 weeks.

BaFin building in Germany, symbolizing closure of Ethena GmbH’s USDe case

US Treasury and UAE Crack Down on North Korean Crypto Laundering Network

December 18, 2024 Paulo

US and UAE crack down on North Korean crypto laundering. Sanctions hit two Chinese nationals and a UAE firm aiding DPRK’s weapons and WMD funding.

European Securities and Markets Authority building representing MiCA regulation guidelines release.

ESMA Releases Final Policy Guidelines on MiCA, Effective December 30

December 17, 2024 Paulo

ESMA unveils final MiCA guidelines, addressing crypto market abuse, investor protection, and operational resilience across the EU. Effective Dec 30, 2024.