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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 analysis reveals Chris Larsen’s XRP addresses still hold $7.18B worth of XRP.

ZachXBT Flags Ripple’s Chris Larsen XRP Addresses Holding $7.18B

March 3, 2025 Dan K

ZachXBT reveals that Ripple co-founder Chris Larsen’s XRP addresses still hold 2.7B XRP ($7.18B), with some wallets inactive for 6-7 years.

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

Trump Company Files Trademarks for Branded Metaverse, NFT Marketplace

February 28, 2025 Dan K

Trump-owned DTTM Operations filed for trademarks linked to a metaverse and NFT marketplace, allowing virtual shopping, events, and curated digital content.

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.

A digital representation of cybercrime with a hacker in the background and Bitcoin symbols on a screen

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.

Kazakhstan's digital finance plans include launching regulated crypto banks

Bybit Takes the Offensive Against Lazarus in $1.4B Crypto Saga

February 25, 2025 Dan K

Bybit launches a 5% bounty for help in recovering $1.4B stolen by Lazarus Group, introducing a public ranking system for good and bad actors.