In A Nutshell A new form of cybercrime targeting the cryptocurrency community has surfaced, involving the use of counterfeit conferencing software to execute address-poisoning attacks and steal digital assets. SlowMist founder, Yu Xian, has recently highlighted a report from a community member who fell victim to a sophisticated job-hunting scam, leading to a cautionary tale…
In A Nutshell Recent developments in the cryptocurrency market have sparked a debate among analysts, with the launch of spot Ethereum (ETH) exchange-traded funds (ETFs) being at the center of discussion. According to Charles Edwards, founder of Capriole Investments, the introduction of these ETH ETFs in what he considers a weak market could potentially divert…
In A Nutshell The defunct cryptocurrency exchange Mt. Gox, which spectacularly collapsed in 2014, reportedly still possesses 90,000 Bitcoin, estimated to be worth around $6 billion. This revelation has stirred the cryptocurrency community, as the long-awaited reimbursement process for creditors begins. Market analysts and investors closely observe the potential impact of these funds re-entering the…
In A Nutshell The Bitcoin mainnet has witnessed a groundbreaking development with the successful verification of its first-ever zero-knowledge (ZK) proof by BitcoinOS (BOS), a protocol dedicated to Bitcoin rollups. This event, occurring at precisely 11:22 pm UTC on July 24, paves the way for a new phase where Bitcoin transcends its original purpose, potentially…
In A Nutshell BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF has seen significant inflows, surpassing investments in top performing stocks, known as the “magnificent seven”. This surge places Bitcoin as the second largest asset class by inflow in 2024, with projections suggesting a potential rise in price to $88,000 by September. This trend is bolstered by the…
In A Nutshell Binance has successfully conducted another monumental token burn in Q2 2024, removing 1.64 million BNB tokens from circulation, a move valued at nearly $970 million. This action represents a continued effort to diminish the supply of BNB, potentially increasing its value. Despite this, BNB struggles to surpass the $600 resistance level, a…
In A Nutshell The Tron blockchain has recently celebrated a significant milestone with its total addresses surpassing the 245 million mark, indicating a surge in adoption and usage. Despite this upward trend in network activity, the price of its native token, TRX, has experienced a downward movement, shedding over 3% in value over the past…
In A Nutshell A recent Reddit poll sheds light on the intentions of Mt. Gox creditors regarding their Bitcoin holdings, as the defunct exchange gears up to refund over $9 billion to its users. With 56% opting to hold and 18% planning to sell, the decision could significantly influence Bitcoin’s market dynamics in the coming…
In A Nutshell The Li.Fi protocol, a pivotal technology for asset bridging and swapping across blockchains, recently fell victim to a $11.6 million hack. The breach, rooted in a newly deployed smart contract facet, prompted an immediate and comprehensive response from Li.Fi, including the release of a detailed incident report and the initiation of a…
In A Nutshell In an ongoing bankruptcy case, Aiden Pleterski, also known as Ontario’s “Crypto King,” faces intense scrutiny and legal challenges. Accused of operating a Ponzi scheme that resulted in significant investor losses, Pleterski is now confronted with calls to repay millions. A trustee’s lawyer has pointed out Pleterski’s lack of remorse and cooperation,…