Month: April 2026

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Ledger secures Discord after hacker bot tried to steal seed phrases

Ledger, a prominent hardware wallet provider, recently experienced a security breach on its Discord server. On May 11th, a malicious actor compromised a moderator’s account, leveraging it to disseminate scam links designed to steal users’ seed phrases. The attacker used a bot to post these links within a single channel. Ledger swiftly responded, removing the […]

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‘Dark stablecoins’ could emerge as regulations tighten

The increasing government oversight of stablecoins is driving demand for censorship-resistant alternatives, termed “dark stablecoins.” This shift is fueled by concerns over stricter regulations mirroring those imposed on traditional banks. CryptoQuant CEO Ki Young Ju highlights potential consequences: automatic tax collection via smart contracts, wallet freezes, and increased paperwork demands. These regulatory pressures could push […]

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Stablecoin bill gets second chance with Northern Mariana lawmakers

Tinian, a small island in the Northern Mariana Islands, is poised to become the first US public entity to issue a stablecoin. The Tinian Senate recently overrode Governor Arnold Palacios’ veto of a bill authorizing the issuance of a “Tinian Stable Token,” paving the way for internet casino licensing and the stablecoin’s launch. The bill […]

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US-China trade deal could shed light on Bitcoin’s use case: Trader

Bitcoin’s price movements in relation to US-China trade negotiations offer insights into its role as a safe-haven asset. In April, following President Trump’s tariff announcements, Bitcoin significantly outperformed the stock market, recovering strongly from a dip to $75,000 to reach approximately $95,000 by month’s end, while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq declined. This led to […]

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Metaplanet now holds more Bitcoin than El Salvador

Metaplanet, a Japanese investment firm, has significantly expanded its Bitcoin holdings, surpassing even El Salvador’s national reserves. Their recent acquisition of 1,241 Bitcoin for approximately $129 million brings their total to 6,796 BTC, currently valued at around $707 million. This places them as the largest Bitcoin holder in Asia and tenth globally, according to BiTBO. […]

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Teens kidnap Las Vegas man at gunpoint, stealing $4M in crypto

The cryptocurrency industry is facing a rising tide of offline crime, with kidnappings and extortion becoming increasingly common tactics for criminals targeting industry participants. Recent incidents highlight the evolving nature of these attacks, moving beyond online scams like social engineering and SIM swaps. One high-profile case involves three teenagers accused of kidnapping a man at […]

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DeFi lending TVL is outpacing DEXs due to more sustainable yield — VC

Decentralized finance (DeFi) lending is experiencing a surge in popularity, surpassing decentralized exchanges (DEXs) in total value locked (TVL). Currently, DeFi lending protocols control $53.6 billion, or 43%, of the total $124.6 billion locked across all DeFi protocols, exceeding even liquid staking. Aave, a multichain lending protocol, leads the pack with $25 billion in locked […]

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Uniswap becomes first DEX to hit $3T in all-time volume

Uniswap, a decentralized exchange (DEX), has achieved a significant milestone: $3 trillion in aggregate all-time trading volume. This makes it the first DEX to reach this landmark figure. Hayden Adams, Uniswap’s founder, announced the achievement on X (formerly Twitter), referencing data from Dune Analytics. Current daily volume hovers around $3 billion, according to Dune and […]

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Feds deny late disclosure of evidence in Samourai Wallet case

Federal prosecutors have countered claims of evidence suppression in the case against Samourai Wallet co-founders, Keonne Rodriguez and William Hill. Prosecutors assert that disclosure of communications with the Treasury Department’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) was timely, provided months before pretrial motions and the trial. They maintain that all known substantive communications were shared, giving […]

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Bitcoin set for $150K BTC price rally as US, China agree to slash tariffs

Bitcoin Surges Past $105,700 on US-China Tariff Deal Bitcoin experienced a significant price surge, exceeding $105,700 on May 12th, marking its highest point in four months. This rally follows a positive development in US-China trade relations, where both nations agreed to reduce tariffs. The US will lower tariffs on Chinese goods from 145% to 30%, […]