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Ethereum NFT Platform Shuts Down After Blacklove Sale Falls Through
Ethereum-based NFT platform Foundation is shutting down after a planned acquisition by Blackdove fell through. The move reflects ongoing challenges in the NFT market, even as trading activity continues. Users will be allowed to withdraw and delist assets before the platform fully ceases operations.
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Russian-Based Crypto Exchange Grinex Halts Operation After $14 Million Hack
Grinex has halted trading after losing $13.4 million in a cyberattack suspected to involve highly sophisticated actors. The incident has raised concerns over security and compliance, especially as the exchange faces scrutiny due to its links with previously sanctioned platforms.
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Swipe, Chat, Invest: How Iran Is Using Dating Apps To Target Americans
US-Iran War: An alleged crypto scam network linked to the Iranian regime is targeting Americans on dating platforms such as Tinder and Bumble.
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Blockchain Sleuth Claims DPRK Unit Made $1 Million a Month Posing as Crypto IT Workers
A North Korean hacking unit allegedly earned over $3.5 million by posing as IT workers and infiltrating crypto projects. The group used fake identities, forged documents, and coordinated through shared platforms to carry out fraud and move funds. The findings highlight growing concerns around state-backed cyber activity in the crypto sector.
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Coinbase Plans to Expand Crypto Offerings in Australia After Securing Financial Services Licence
Coinbase has secured an Australian Financial Services Licence (AFSL), paving the way to expand its crypto offerings in the country. The move comes ahead of new legislation mandating licences for exchanges. With rising crypto adoption in Australia, the development reflects growing regulatory clarity and institutional participation in the digital ass...
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IT Department Reportedly Issues Tax Notices to Crypto Traders Over Past Unreported Transactions
Indian tax authorities are issuing notices to crypto investors over unreported transactions from past financial years. The move follows increased scrutiny of exchange data and income filings, with regulators using analytics tools to detect mismatches. The notices aim to improve compliance and allow investors to clarify discrepancies before further ...
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China Removes Bitchat App From Apple Store Over Regulatory Concerns
Jack Dorsey’s decentralised messaging app Bitchat has been removed from Apple’s China App Store following regulatory concerns raised by Chinese authorities. The app, which operates without internet using Bluetooth mesh networks, was flagged for its potential to influence public opinion. Despite the removal, it remains available globally and has...
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IT Workers From North Korea Have Been Infiltrating DeFi Platforms for Past 7 Years
A security researcher claims North Korean IT workers have been involved in building and infiltrating DeFi platforms for years. The revelation follows a major exploit linked to a DPRK group and highlights growing concerns over state-backed cyber threats. Experts warn that such operations rely on long-term social engineering and insider access to com...
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Circle Unveils cirBTC Token to Expand Bitcoin’s Role in DeFi Ecosystem
Circle has introduced cirBTC, a token designed to bring Bitcoin into DeFi ecosystems with 1:1 backing and on-chain verifiability. The offering aims to address trust issues linked to traditional wrapped tokens while enabling lending, liquidity, and yield opportunities. As the rollout progresses, market participants will track adoption and performanc...
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Australia Mandates Financial Services Licences for Crypto Exchanges Under New Bill
Australia has introduced a new bill mandating financial services licences for cryptocurrency exchanges operating in the country. The move aims to align digital asset platforms with traditional financial regulations, improve investor protection, and enhance market transparency. Exchanges will be required to meet compliance and disclosure standards a...
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Ethereum NFT Platform Shuts Down After Blacklove Sale Falls Through
Ethereum-based NFT platform Foundation is shutting down after a planned acquisition by Blackdove fell through. The move reflects ongoing challenges in the NFT market, even as trading activity continues. Users will be allowed to withdraw and delist assets before the platform fully ceases operations.
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Russian-Based Crypto Exchange Grinex Halts Operation After $14 Million Hack
Grinex has halted trading after losing $13.4 million in a cyberattack suspected to involve highly sophisticated actors. The incident has raised concerns over security and compliance, especially as the exchange faces scrutiny due to its links with previously sanctioned platforms.
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Swipe, Chat, Invest: How Iran Is Using Dating Apps To Target Americans
US-Iran War: An alleged crypto scam network linked to the Iranian regime is targeting Americans on dating platforms such as Tinder and Bumble.
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Blockchain Sleuth Claims DPRK Unit Made $1 Million a Month Posing as Crypto IT Workers
A North Korean hacking unit allegedly earned over $3.5 million by posing as IT workers and infiltrating crypto projects. The group used fake identities, forged documents, and coordinated through shared platforms to carry out fraud and move funds. The findings highlight growing concerns around state-backed cyber activity in the crypto sector.
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Coinbase Plans to Expand Crypto Offerings in Australia After Securing Financial Services Licence
Coinbase has secured an Australian Financial Services Licence (AFSL), paving the way to expand its crypto offerings in the country. The move comes ahead of new legislation mandating licences for exchanges. With rising crypto adoption in Australia, the development reflects growing regulatory clarity and institutional participation in the digital ass...
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IT Department Reportedly Issues Tax Notices to Crypto Traders Over Past Unreported Transactions
Indian tax authorities are issuing notices to crypto investors over unreported transactions from past financial years. The move follows increased scrutiny of exchange data and income filings, with regulators using analytics tools to detect mismatches. The notices aim to improve compliance and allow investors to clarify discrepancies before further ...
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China Removes Bitchat App From Apple Store Over Regulatory Concerns
Jack Dorsey’s decentralised messaging app Bitchat has been removed from Apple’s China App Store following regulatory concerns raised by Chinese authorities. The app, which operates without internet using Bluetooth mesh networks, was flagged for its potential to influence public opinion. Despite the removal, it remains available globally and has...
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IT Workers From North Korea Have Been Infiltrating DeFi Platforms for Past 7 Years
A security researcher claims North Korean IT workers have been involved in building and infiltrating DeFi platforms for years. The revelation follows a major exploit linked to a DPRK group and highlights growing concerns over state-backed cyber threats. Experts warn that such operations rely on long-term social engineering and insider access to com...
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Circle Unveils cirBTC Token to Expand Bitcoin’s Role in DeFi Ecosystem
Circle has introduced cirBTC, a token designed to bring Bitcoin into DeFi ecosystems with 1:1 backing and on-chain verifiability. The offering aims to address trust issues linked to traditional wrapped tokens while enabling lending, liquidity, and yield opportunities. As the rollout progresses, market participants will track adoption and performanc...
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Australia Mandates Financial Services Licences for Crypto Exchanges Under New Bill
Australia has introduced a new bill mandating financial services licences for cryptocurrency exchanges operating in the country. The move aims to align digital asset platforms with traditional financial regulations, improve investor protection, and enhance market transparency. Exchanges will be required to meet compliance and disclosure standards a...
