Month: April 2026

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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%, […]

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Crypto custodian BitGo secures MiCA license in Germany

BitGo, a Goldman Sachs-backed cryptocurrency custody firm, has obtained a Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA) license from Germany’s BaFin, allowing it to operate across the European Union. This significant regulatory approval, announced May 12, 2025, enables BitGo to offer its digital asset services to a wide range of clients, including crypto-native firms, banks, and asset […]

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What is social engineering in crypto (and how to protect yourself)?

Social engineering is a significant threat in the cryptocurrency world, manipulating users into revealing sensitive information or granting unauthorized access. Unlike technical attacks exploiting vulnerabilities, social engineering targets human psychology. Because cryptocurrency transactions are irreversible, successful attacks result in permanent loss of funds. The FBI reported over $6.5 billion lost to crypto-related investment fraud in […]

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Ethereum flips Coca-Cola and Alibaba as ETH gains 42% in 5 days

Ethereum’s recent Pectra upgrade has significantly impacted Ether’s market capitalization, propelling it to new heights. The successful mainnet launch on May 7th triggered a 42% surge in Ether’s value within five days, culminating in a market capitalization exceeding $308 billion by May 12th. This remarkable growth positioned Ether as the 39th largest asset globally, surpassing […]

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BTC bulls get 'biggest signal' — 5 things to know in Bitcoin this week

Bitcoin (BTC) surged to multi-month highs, exceeding $105,000 on Bitstamp, fueled by bullish signals and a key MACD indicator cross mirroring October 2024’s pattern. However, the weekly close fell short of expectations, leaving price discovery uncertain. Market volatility is heightened by upcoming US CPI and PPI data releases, and more significantly, by the implications of […]