Blockchain Archives - Page 7 of 39

David Sacks Pushes Back Against Crypto Transaction Tax Proposal

March 8, 2025 Dan K

White House crypto czar David Sacks rejects crypto transaction tax, arguing it could expand into broader financial burdens. Investors push back.

RedStone announces the launch of its $RED token on Ethereum, enhancing blockchain oracle security through staking rewards.

Arrington Capital-Backed RedStone Launches RED Token on Ethereum

March 6, 2025 Dan K

RedStone launches $RED token on Ethereum, enabling staking for data providers and holders to secure the network. Participants earn rewards in ETH, BTC, SOL, and USDC.

OFAC Sanctions Iranian Administrator of Darknet Marketplace Nemesis

March 5, 2025 Dan K

The U.S. Treasury’s OFAC sanctioned Behrouz Parsarad, administrator of Nemesis, a darknet marketplace linked to fentanyl sales, freezing his Bitcoin and Monero assets.

OKX CEO Star Xu responds to Justin Sun's claim over freeze notice after Tron X account hack

White House Crypto & AI Advisor David Sacks Supports IRS Broker Rule Repeal

March 4, 2025 Dan K

White House backs repeal of IRS DeFi broker rule, arguing it stifles crypto innovation. Lawmakers push to overturn regulations on digital assets.

Paradigm, Coinbase Back Across Protocol’s $41M Raise for Cross-Chain Interoperability

March 4, 2025 Dan K

Across Protocol secures $41M to enhance cross-chain interoperability, backed by Paradigm, Coinbase Ventures, and others, boosting Web3 growth.

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Core Scientific Onboards Ex-Morgan Stanley Veteran as CFO

March 3, 2025 Dan K

Core Scientific appoints ex-Morgan Stanley banker Jim Nygaard as CFO after emerging from Chapter 11 bankruptcy, signaling its financial resurgence.

Blockchain transaction flow showing Bybit hack-related laundering activities

Bybit Hackers Resume Laundering, Moving Another 62,200 ETH

March 2, 2025 Dan K

Bybit hackers laundered 62,200 ETH on March 1, raising the total moved funds to 343,000 ETH—68.7% of the stolen $1.4B, despite FBI efforts.

Ethereum developer Danny Ryan joins Etherealize as co-founder during Ethereum Foundation restructuring.

Ethereum Developer Danny Ryan Joins Etherealize as Co-Founder Amid Ethereum Foundation Overhaul

March 1, 2025 Dan K

Ethereum dev Danny Ryan joins Etherealize as co-founder amid Ethereum Foundation overhaul. Buterin centralizes leadership, reshaping Ethereum’s future.

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

Bybit Hacker Launders $605M ETH, Over 50% of Stolen Funds

February 28, 2025 Dan K

Bybit hacker launders over $605M ETH, over 54% of stolen funds, amid controversy surrounding THORChain’s role and growing concerns over North Korean exploits.

Thai police arrest Chinese nationals involved in crypto scam and kidnapping case

SEC and MetaMask Creator Consensys Agree to End Lawsuit

February 27, 2025 Dan K

The SEC has ended its case against Ethereum developer Consensys, a regulatory win for crypto. Joseph Lubin celebrated the MetaMask creator’s victory.