Author: Judith Faith

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North Korea’s Lazarus Group steals $3 billion in cryptocurrency

October 26, 2024 1 min read

A recent report from Kaspersky Lab has shed light on a troubling cyber heist orchestrated by the notorious Lazarus Group, a hacking collective linked to North Korea. Over a span of six years, from 2016 to 2022, these hackers managed to siphon off a staggering $3 billion in cryptocurrency by luring victims with a counterfeit blockchain game. The scheme took advantage of a security vulnerability in Google Chrome, which the

Bitcoin dominance surges to 58% as ETF as institutional inflows continue

October 20, 2024 1 min read

This week has been a pivotal one for the crypto world, with Bitcoin (BTC) experiencing a notable surge of 10.48%, peaking at $69,000. As it approaches the significant psychological threshold of $70,000, there’s a sense of optimism among investors, especially since no major economic reports are anticipated to hinder its progress in the coming week. A key driver behind Bitcoin’s impressive rally was the recent approval by the U.S. Securities

ethOS launches dGEN1, a device for Ethereum on-chain dApp interactions

October 20, 2024 1 min read

ethOS, the Ethereum-focused operating system, has introduced an exciting new device called the dGEN1, which aims to revolutionize how users interact with decentralized applications (dApps) on the Ethereum network. Dubbed “the first on-chain everyday carry,” the dGEN1 is tailored specifically for those immersed in Ethereum’s growing ecosystem. Unlike other blockchain devices like the Solana Mobile Saga, the dGEN1 does not support telecom features, focusing exclusively on Ethereum interactions. It runs

Solana’s total value locked surpasses $6 billion in October

October 15, 2024 1 min read

In October, Solana achieved a remarkable milestone, with its total value locked (TVL) exceeding $6.1 billion, the highest it has been since January 2022. This surge indicates a growing trust and engagement among users on the platform. TVL is an important metric in decentralized finance (DeFi) that reflects the total value of assets held in various projects. An increase in TVL typically points to more users investing their assets in

A crypto whale loses $35M in fwDETH on Blast network due to phishing permit attack

October 11, 2024 1 min read

A recent phishing attack on the Blast network resulted in a crypto whale losing around $35 million in Few Wrapped Duo ETH (fwDETH) tokens. The incident was initially reported by Scam Sniffer and later confirmed by security firms PeckShield and BlockSec. The victim inadvertently signed a fraudulent “permit” signature, which allowed the attacker to access and drain funds from their wallet. fwDETH is a wrapped version of Duo ETH (DETH),

South Korea Virtual Asset Committee to discuss the approval of crypto ETFs

October 11, 2024 1 min read

On October 10, South Korea‘s Financial Services Commission (FSC) announced the formation of a Virtual Asset Committee aimed at overseeing the approval of spot crypto exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in the country. This committee, led by FSC Vice Chairman Soyoung Kim, will include representatives from various government sectors and nine members from the private sector, providing guidance on critical issues in the digital asset landscape, including the authorization of corporate accounts.

Binance held a cybersecurity seminar for Mexican law enforcement

October 9, 2024 1 min read

In a significant move to bolster cybersecurity and combat financial crime, Binance recently hosted a training seminar in Mexico City for around 35 law enforcement officials from various agencies. The seminar, which focused on the intersection of virtual assets and crime, is part of Binance’s broader initiative to collaborate with law enforcement globally. Felipe de Jesús Gallo Gutiérrez, head of Mexico’s Criminal Investigation Agency, underscored the necessity for public servants

Truflation Launches Real-Time AI Index

October 8, 2024 3 mins read

Truflation, a leading provider of real-time financial data, is excited to announce the launch of the AI Index designed to track AI company performance and the Real World Assets (RWAs) driving generative AI. The introduction comes at a pivotal moment as the global generative AI market, currently valued at $44.89 billion (Statista). Currently, the generative AI market is projected to grow into a $1.3 trillion market by 2032 (Bloomberg Intelligence),

Bitwise’s XRP ETF Faces Roadblocks: SEC Appeal and Political Landscape

October 5, 2024 1 min read

Bitwise recently filed for an XRP ETF, sparking discussions among industry experts about how the upcoming US election might impact its approval. The SEC’s ongoing appeal against Ripple Labs adds uncertainty, potentially delaying the ETF’s fate. Bitwise’s filing, along with another from Canary Capital, highlights a growing interest in direct crypto asset funds, although regulatory clarity remains a challenge. XRP, valued at $33 billion, is seen as a key player

FTX creditors to recover just 10-25% of their funds as the restructuring plan faces legal hurdles

October 1, 2024 2 mins read

As the FTX saga continues to unfold, creditors of the beleaguered cryptocurrency exchange are holding their breath, hoping for restitution following the platform’s dramatic collapse in November 2022. Recent insights from creditor activist Sunil Kavuri suggest that affected parties might expect to recover between 10% to 25% of their holdings. This estimation comes as stakeholders grapple with the ongoing restructuring process and the impending court hearing scheduled for October 7,

The SEC reveals that nearly all of TrueUSD’s reserves were invested in a risky offshore fund

September 26, 2024 1 min read

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has determined that TrueCoin LLC and TrustToken Inc., the developers of the TrueUSD (TUSD) stablecoin, allocated nearly all of their reserves to a high-risk offshore fund. The companies inaccurately asserted that TUSD was entirely backed by U.S. dollars, deceiving investors on the security of their capital. Between November 2020 and April 2023, they marketed TUSD via its TrueFi lending platform, promoting it as

The SEC postpones its decision on options trading for several Ethereum ETFs

September 25, 2024 1 min read

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has deferred its judgment regarding options trading for several spot Ethereum ETFs until November 2024. The postponement ensues after the SEC sanctioned options trading for BlackRock’s spot Bitcoin ETF, accompanied by stringent rules to mitigate market manipulation. The SEC has extended the deadlines for these funds to November 10 and 11, 2024, in accordance with Section 19(b)(2) of the Securities Exchange Act. In