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Virtuals Protocol Discord Server Hacked Amid Rising Crypto Security Threats

January 8, 2025 Gonzalo

Virtuals Protocol’s Discord was hacked, with fake links posted. Phishing scams and private key breaches top crypto threats in 2024, causing $1.8B in losses.

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US Crypto Excitement Mirrors ‘Space Race’ Under Trump

January 7, 2025 Gonzalo

Trump-era pro-crypto appointments spark a “space race” for digital assets as experts predict US dominance in crypto, stablecoins, and fintech innovation.

CFTC Chair Rostin Behnam to Resign on Trump’s Inauguration Day

January 7, 2025 Gonzalo

CFTC Chair Rostin Behnam will step down on January 20, the day of Trump’s inauguration. His tenure advanced crypto oversight and industry policies.

Global Crackdowns on Crypto Scams and AI Deepfake Fraud Intensify

January 6, 2025 Gonzalo

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

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Pakistani Crypto Trader Kidnapped for $340K; Seven Arrested, Including CTD Officer

January 6, 2025 Gonzalo

Pakistani crypto trader kidnapped, extorted for $340K in cryptocurrency. Seven arrested, including a CTD officer. Case raises crypto security concerns.

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

January 5, 2025 Gonzalo

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

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

January 5, 2025 Gonzalo

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.

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OKX Ventures Invests in Sui-Based Liquid Staking Protocol Haedal

January 4, 2025 Gonzalo

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

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

January 4, 2025 Gonzalo

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

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

January 3, 2025 Gonzalo

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.