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Hong Kong skyline with digital blockchain graphics representing tokenization and stablecoins.

Hong Kong’s Web3 Future: Tokenization and Stablecoins Take Center Stage

February 19, 2025 Dan K

Hong Kong focuses on tokenization and stablecoins to advance its Web3 ecosystem, aiming to transform financial markets, says Secretary Christopher Hui.

Image of Norwegian law enforcement investigating a large-scale crypto fraud operation.

$87M Crypto Scam Uncovered in Norway, Four Indicted

February 18, 2025 Dan K

Norwegian authorities have indicted four individuals for a $87M crypto scam that defrauded thousands globally. Over $700M was laundered through Norway.

A digital screen showing a hacked social media account, symbolizing cybersecurity threats in the crypto industry.

Hyperliquid Rolls Out HyperEVM, Launches $1M Bug Bounty Program

February 18, 2025 Dan K

Hyperliquid launched HyperEVM and a $1M bug bounty program to enhance security. Users can earn USDC rewards for identifying vulnerabilities.

Blockchain

Unlike Ulbricht, SBF Faces ‘Slim’ Chance of Conviction Relief

February 17, 2025 Dan K

The Office of the Pardon Attorney holds a 10,000-petition backlog. Without political ties, convicts face minimal clemency chances in the current system.

Bitpanda office in Dubai DMCC Crypto Centre after securing VARA license

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.

Hex Trust Acquires Byte Trading: Will Institutional Investors Bite?

February 16, 2025 Dan K

Hex Trust acquires Byte Trading to expand institutional crypto services, integrating its low-latency platform into Hex’s secure, regulated infrastructure.

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

Pantera Capital Founder Faces Tax Probe Over $850M Crypto Profits

February 15, 2025 Dan K

Pantera Capital’s Dan Morehead faces a tax probe over $850M in crypto profits after moving to Puerto Rico, amid rising scrutiny on crypto taxation

Representatives of U.S. crypto firms showing support for blockchain regulatory clarity in Washington

Barclays Reports $131M Exposure to BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF

February 14, 2025 Dan K

Barclays reveals a $131M stake in BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF, signaling increased institutional adoption as Bitcoin prices surge past $97K.

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

South Korea’s FSC Unveils Three-Phase Plan for Corporate Crypto Trading

February 13, 2025 Dan K

South Korea’s FSC is launching a three-phase plan to allow corporate crypto trading, starting with exchanges, law enforcement, and non-profits in 2025.

ZkLend blockchain protocol exploited for $9.5M on Starknet network, with stolen funds bridged to Ethereum and laundered via Railgun.

ZkLend Loses $9.5M in Starknet Exploit, Offers Bounty to Hacker

February 12, 2025 Dan K

ZkLend lost $9.5M in a Starknet exploit. The protocol offers a 10% bounty if the hacker returns funds by Feb. 14, warning of legal action.