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

Global Crackdowns on Crypto Scams and AI Deepfake Fraud Intensify

January 6, 2025 Dan K

Global crackdowns on crypto scams and AI deepfake fraud: Vietnam arrests, US warnings on ATM scams, and Hong Kong busts reveal $4.37M stolen.

Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse announces increased US-based hiring under Trump’s pro-crypto policies.

75% of Ripple’s Open Roles Are Now US-Based — CEO Brad Garlinghouse

January 5, 2025 Dan K

Ripple CEO Garlinghouse says 75% of roles are now US-based after Trump’s election win, as pro-crypto policies boost confidence across the industry.

Amazon and Walmart logos with digital coin overlay, suggesting stablecoin launch plans

Crypto’s Record-Breaking Year Sees Spike in Kidnappings and Ransom Schemes

January 5, 2025 Dan K

Crypto crime spikes as kidnappings and ransomware schemes surge in 2023. Victims face abductions, extortion, and millions in crypto losses

Blockchain wallets profiting from Focai memecoin launch on Solana.

Suspected Insider Wallets Earn $20M on Solana’s Focai Memecoin Launch

January 4, 2025 Dan K

Suspected insider wallets profit $20M from Solana’s Focai memecoin launch, sparking debate over fairness, transparency, and decentralization risks.

Haedal protocol enabling liquid staking for SUI tokens on the Sui blockchain.

OKX Ventures Invests in Sui-Based Liquid Staking Protocol Haedal

January 4, 2025 Dan K

OKX Ventures invests in Haedal, a Sui blockchain liquid staking protocol, boosting DeFi growth, on-chain liquidity, and simplified staking rewards access.

Binance headquarters with Brazilian flag, symbolizing the acquisition of Sim;paul broker-dealer.

Binance Further Expands in Brazil with Regulator’s Approval

January 3, 2025 Dan K

Binance acquires Sim;paul in Brazil, gaining broker-dealer licensing to expand crypto offerings and strengthen compliance across Latin America.

MEXC COO Tracy Jin discusses the growth of crypto IPOs amid market and regulatory evolution

Tether’s Market Cap Sheds $1.4B as MiCA Activates

January 3, 2025 Dan K

Tether’s market cap falls $1.4B as MiCA rules start. EU future uncertain, but experts highlight USDT’s resilience, with 80% trading volume in Asia.

Court ruling document showing Judge Analisa Torres’ decision in Ripple-SEC penalty case

Binance achieves 250m users, setting sights on 1b in 2025

January 2, 2025 Dan K

Binance hits 250M users, maintaining market dominance while tackling global regulatory challenges. The exchange aims to reach 1B users by 2025.

VeChain’s StarGate staking platform offers $15 million in bonus VTHO rewards

Frax Community Approves frxUSD Stablecoin Backed by BlackRock’s BUIDL

January 2, 2025 Dan K

Frax community greenlights frxUSD stablecoin backed by BlackRock’s BUIDL fund, merging decentralized finance with traditional financial assets.

Changpeng Zhao raises doubts about the legitimacy of the UAE Golden Visa program for Toncoin stakers, questioning the official sources.

Binance Labs Rebrands and Expands Investment Scope for 2025, Mentions CZ in Plans

December 31, 2024 Dan K

Binance Labs rebrands for 2025, broadening investments to AI, Biotech, secondary markets. CZ to connect with founders and engage in projects personally.