Crypto Wallets Move Behind the Scenes as Apps and AI Take Over
Crypto executives say wallets are becoming less visible as exchanges, payment apps, and AI interfaces handle user interactions. Custody and transaction control remain central.
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Echo Protocol Exploit on Monad Prompts Suspension of Cross-Chain Transfers
Echo Protocol suspended cross-chain transfers after an exploit on Monad involving 1,000 eBTC. The case marks the 14th reported crypto hack in May.
Verus-Ethereum Bridge Exploit Adds $11.58M to May DeFi Losses
The Verus-Ethereum Bridge was reportedly drained of $11.58 million in crypto assets. The incident adds to more than a dozen DeFi exploits recorded in May 2026.
Revolut Plans UK Private Banking Unit With £500,000 Threshold
Revolut plans to launch a UK private banking unit with a £500,000 entry point. New FCA permissions allow leveraged and managed portfolios that may include crypto assets.
Spain Fines Gerard Pique 200,000 Euros for Insider Trading
Spain’s market regulator fined Gerard Pique 200,000 euros for insider trading related to a 2021 share purchase in Aspy. A separate fine was imposed for unlawful disclosure.
Curve Slashes CRV Emissions, Eyes Sustainable Future
In A Nutshell Curve Finance, a leading decentralized exchange (DEX) and automated market maker (AMM) platform, recently announced a significant reduction in its native token, CRV, emissions. This year marks the fifth consecutive reduction since the token’s introduction in 2020. Starting from an annual issuance of 274 million tokens, the figure has now decreased to…
ezBtc Founder Misuses $9.5M in Crypto for Gambling
In A Nutshell A shocking revelation has come to light regarding the Canadian cryptocurrency trading platform, ezBtc, and its founder, David Smillie. A panel established by the British Columbia Securities Commission (BCSC) discovered that approximately 13 million Canadian dollars (equivalent to $9.5 million) of users’ Bitcoin and Ether investments were misappropriated for gambling and personal…
Ethereum Whales Move $154M ETH, Stir Market Concerns
In A Nutshell Recent activities from Ethereum whales have raised eyebrows in the cryptocurrency community. A significant transfer of Ethereum (ETH) to exchanges has been observed, with a particular transaction involving a transfer of $154 million worth of ETH. This move, coupled with Ethereum’s current market indicators, such as the Relative Strength Index (RSI) and…
DDoS Attack Disrupts Musk’s Platform During Trump Talk
In A Nutshell Elon Musk reported that his social media platform, X (formerly known as Twitter), experienced a significant Distributed Denial-of-Service (DDoS) attack. This cyberattack coincided with a highly anticipated interview with Donald Trump, causing delays and accessibility issues for users. Despite these challenges, the interview eventually proceeded with a limited live audience, and the…
Bitcoin Mining Revenue Hits Yearly Low Amid Halving
In A Nutshell The Bitcoin mining sector has witnessed its daily revenue plunging to a new low for the year 2024, dipping to $2.54 million on August 11. This decline has been attributed to a variety of factors, including the aftermath of the Bitcoin halving event, which reduced the mining reward, and an overall bear…