In a significant legal development, a Montenegrin appeals court has upheld the decision to extradite Do Kwon, co-founder of Terraform Labs, to South Korea. Kwon, who has been in custody in Montenegro since March 2023 for attempting to travel with a fake passport, faces criminal charges in South Korea related to the $40 billion collapse […] Source: https://news.bitcoin.com/montenegrin-court-upholds-extradition-of-terraform-labs-co-founder-do-kwon-to-south-korea/
Month: August 2024
Unpacking the crypto rollercoaster with Cryptomania author Andrew Chow
In this episode of Decentralized with Cointelegraph, we explore the origins, hype and future of the crypto space, with TIME magazine journalist Andrew Chow, ahead of his new book ‘Cryptomania.’ Source: https://cointelegraph.com/news/unpacking-the-crypto-rollercoaster-with-cryptomania-author-andrew-chow?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound
Bitcoin traders warn of tough Q3 as Nikkei echoes 'Black Monday' 1987
Bitcoin faces traditionally challenging months while Japan sees stocks sell-off unmatched in nearly 40 years. Source: https://cointelegraph.com/news/bitcoin-traders-warn-tough-q3-nikkei-black-monday-1987?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound
Why is XRP price down today?
XRP price is down today, driven by delays in the Ripple vs. SEC lawsuit and diminishing expectations for a September interest rate cut. Source: https://cointelegraph.com/news/why-is-xrp-price-down-today?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound
FBI issues warning about scammers impersonating crypto exchanges
The FBI urges victims to report scam activities through official channels and provide any transaction information related to the scam. Source: https://cointelegraph.com/news/fbi-warning-crypto-scams-exchange?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound
Man Pleads Guilty to Theft After Crypto.com Refunded Him $6 Million Instead of $65
Centralized exchange Crypto.com accidentally refunded a man $6.8 million (approximately $10.47 million Australian dollars) instead of $65. He then withdrew and spent the money. Now, three years later, he pled guilty alongside his partner for theft of $4.42 million, as reported by NewsWire. Jatinder Singh tried to deposit $65 into his Crypto.com account back in May 2021 using his partner’s…
Worldcoin spreads across Europe with Austria digital ID launch
Worldcoin expands its digital ID verification technology to Austria, offering residents in Vienna access to the World ID system with multiple locations throughout the city. Source: https://cointelegraph.com/news/worldcoin-europe-austria-digital-id-launch?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound
Ditobanx and ICP Hub Mexico Launch Initiative Promoting Cryptocurrency Use at Universities
Ditobanx and ICP Hub Mexico recently partnered to launch an initiative promoting the use of cryptocurrencies at Mexican universities. As part of this program, over 4,000 students received $5.42 (100 pesos) worth of Ckbtc, the so-called bitcoin twin, to use at campus cafes, restaurants, and copy shops. Boosting Cryptocurrency Usage at Mexican Universities Salvadoran fintech […] Source: https://news.bitcoin.com/ditobanx-and-icp-hub-mexico-launch-initiative-promoting-cryptocurrency-use-at-universities/
Bitcoin network difficulty breaks 3-month downtrend to mark new ATH
Bitcoin’s network difficulty rose by over 10.5% on Aug. 1, 2024, breaking a three-month-long downward streak to mark a new all-time high. Source: https://cointelegraph.com/news/bitcoin-network-difficulty-increase-aug-2024?utm_source=rss_feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss_partner_inbound
UBXS Token Launches Home Tokenization in Dubai, Confirming BlackRock’s Insights in the RWA Sector and Trump’s Positive Outlook on Crypto
PRESS RELEASE. Innovative crypto project UBXS Token is proud to announce a new home tokenization project in Dubai. This initiative aims to make real estate investments more accessible through the opportunities offered by blockchain technology. UBXS Token’s move aligns with predictions by BlackRock, the world’s leading investment management company, which has highlighted the significant potential […] Source: https://news.bitcoin.com/ubxs-token-launches-home-tokenization-in-dubai-confirming-blackrocks-insights-in-the-rwa-sector-and-trumps-positive-outlook-on-crypto/