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Bybit Hack a ‘North Korea Issue,’ Not a Crypto Issue, Says Expert

February 26, 2025 Dan K

The Bybit hack is linked to North Korea’s Lazarus Group, not a crypto flaw, says Meltem Demirors. Experts stress enhanced security and collaboration efforts.

Jeremy Allaire speaking about stablecoin regulations at a conference

Circle’s Jeremy Allaire Calls for Mandatory US Stablecoin Registration

February 26, 2025 Dan K

Circle’s Jeremy Allaire says US dollar-based stablecoin issuers should register in the US, preventing regulatory loopholes and ensuring consumer protection.

Korean Crypto Exchange Upbit Hit with 3-Month Restriction on New User Transfers

February 25, 2025 Dan K

South Korea’s FSC has restricted new user transfers at Upbit for three months over financial violations, KYC failures, and suspicious transaction reports.

A view of the Dubai skyline representing the approval of USDC and EURC as stablecoins under the DFSA’s crypto regime.

Dubai Recognizes USDC, EURC as First Stablecoins Under Token Regime

February 24, 2025 Dan K

Dubai’s DFSA has approved USDC and EURC as the first stablecoins under its crypto regime, allowing their integration into DIFC’s digital asset ecosystem.

OpenSea CEO Devin Finzer speaking at a crypto conference, discussing SEC regulatory decisions.

SEC Waves White Flag on OpenSea Probe, CEO Calls It ‘A Win’

February 23, 2025 Dan K

The SEC has dropped its probe into OpenSea, a win for NFT creators. CEO Devin Finzer says classifying NFTs as securities would have hindered innovation.

Bybit exchange interface showing restored withdrawal functionality after major security breach.

Bybit Restores Withdrawal Services After $1.5B Exploit, CEO Assures Normal Operations

February 22, 2025 Dan K

Bybit CEO Ben Zhou confirmed that all withdrawals have been processed and operations are back to “normal pace” after a major $1.5B exploit.

Bybit CEO Ben Zhou discusses API upgrade to improve liquidation data transparency.

Bybit Lifts Curtain on Liquidation Data Following Underestimated Figures

February 21, 2025 Dan K

Bybit has made liquidation data public via API, improving transparency for traders after CEO Ben Zhou challenged underreported crypto liquidation figures.

FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried in a prison interview discussing political donations and clemency efforts.

SBF Cozies Up to Republican Party Amid Clemency Push

February 20, 2025 Dan K

SBF shifts to the GOP, slams Biden’s policies, as his parents push for a Trump pardon amid his 25-year sentence for FTX’s collapse and crypto scandal.

Bybit cryptocurrency exchange announces a bounty program to recover $1.4B stolen by Lazarus Group, with rankings for good and bad actors.

Coinbase Pushes Congress to Grant CFTC Authority Over Spot Crypto Markets

February 19, 2025 Dan K

Coinbase urges Congress to grant CFTC oversight of crypto spot markets, challenging SEC control and pushing for clearer regulatory frameworks.

Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino discussing stablecoin regulations with U.S. lawmakers

Tether Joins U.S. Stablecoin Regulation Talks

February 17, 2025 Dan K

Tether is engaging with U.S. lawmakers to shape stablecoin regulations under the STABLE Act, aiming for compliance while ensuring transparency and involvement.