CryptoSlam

Crypto exchange BitForex suspends operations without explanation, following a US$56 million withdrawal, raising concerns of a potential exit scam.

Avail, a Web3 infrastructure project, has raised US$27 million to develop its core products aimed at enhancing blockchain interoperability and scalability.

A chunk of funds lost in the theft of a rare NFT has been returned to the owner, thanks to investigator ZachXBT.

Jeff Zirlin, Axie Infinity co-founder, loses nearly $10 million in Ethereum due to a security breach.

Craig Wright’s claim as Bitcoin creator faces scrutiny in court with new evidence and testimonies.

The UK Law Commission proposes a new legal framework to recognize cryptocurrencies as property, aiming to provide clarity and protection for digital assets.

Venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz invests $100 million in Ethereum restaking protocol EigenLayer, signaling strong support for blockchain innovation.

Social media platform Reddit has diversified its assets by investing in cryptocurrencies Bitcoin and Ethereum, as revealed in its IPO filing.

Following criticism, StarkWare adjusts its STRK token release schedule to ensure a more gradual release over the coming years.

Greg Solano’s return as Yuga Labs CEO spurs a significant increase in Bored Ape Yacht Club NFT prices.

Crypto group and digital asset firm challenge SEC’s authority in Texas lawsuit.

Montenegro court approves extradition of Terraform Labs’ Do Kwon to the US, where he faces fraud charges.

Former SEC attorney Ladan Stewart transitions to White & Case, a firm known for defending crypto companies.

USDC halts TRON support, aligning with Circle’s IPO plans.

MetaMask partners with Blockaid to enhance security for over 30 million users.

Ethereum’s native token, Ether, briefly surged to US$3,000 for the first time in 22 months before retracing.

Starknet distributes 728 million STRK tokens, with initial trading volatility.

Yuga Labs is expected to feature the Moonbirds collection in its Otherside metaverse.

Worldcoin’s record surge comes on the back of OpenAI’s new text-to-video tool, Sora.

Animoca Brands announces partnerships with OKX Wallet, Crypto.com DeFi Wallet, and Halo Wallet, elevating the user experience in the Mocaverse network.

New cryptophone by Aptos and Jambo priced at US$99 targets customers in Africa, Southeast Asia and Latin America.

“Terrorists” still prefer to use traditional finance products, according to U.S. Treasury’s Brian Nelson.

Both layer-1 chains are backed by major Asian internet companies.

Bonk will join Ethereum-based memecoins such as Dogecoin and Shiba Inu on the platform.

StarkNet’s upcoming token airdrop could become the largest in history.

Bitcoin’s current market value is greater than the world’s eighth largest company.

The NFT landscape evolves with DN404, a fresh rival to the ERC-404 standard.

Bitcoin’s value dips following a hotter-than-expected U.S. CPI report but weekly momentum stays in green.

Zhao has pleaded guilty to money laundering charges in November.

The blockchain company’s latest mobile venture for a US$450 pre-order price per phone brings in US$45 million for Solana.

The rise of ERC-404 tokens brings a new dimension to the Ethereum blockchain, blending the characteristics of ERC-20 and ERC-721 tokens.

Fusing traditional banking and blockchain, OSL collaborates with UBS to execute Hong Kong’s first transaction of a tokenized warrant on the Ethereum.

Bullish, the cryptocurrency exchange, announces Sara Stratoberdha as CoinDesk’s new leader, emphasizing the platform’s commitment to unbiased and independent journalism under new ownership.

ERC-404 is a new Ethereum token standard for semi-fungible tokens.

The Ethereum network is poised for a significant upgrade this March, with the Dencun update focusing on proto-danksharding.

Despite the Shapella upgrade allowing withdrawals, Ethereum’s proof-of-stake transition continues to attract validators, with over 30 million Ether staked.

International tug of war over Kwon’s fate takes a new turn with Montenegro court’s reversal on extradition.

BlueSky, the decentralized social media platform by Jack Dorsey, opens its doors to the public.

Friendzone is poised to challenge traditional social media models with its blockchain-powered SocialFi application on the Polygon network.

Crypto criminals with more than US$3.76 billion in profits may face life in South Korea.

Only two exchanges are licensed to provide crypto trading services to Hong Kong’s retail sector so far.

Solana, a blockchain that has been plagued with outages in the past, had its first network interruption in almost a year.

Privacy coins face a setback as Binance removes Monero, impacting its market price.

Industry giants Tether and Yakovenko invest in Oobit’s $25M funding round.

Ryder Ripps and Jeremy Cahen must pay almost US$7 million in Yuga Labs’ attorneys’ fees, court documents show.

Genesis, in bankruptcy, seeks court approval to sell Bitcoin and Ether trust assets worth US$1.6 billion.

OPNX, founded by Su Zhu, ceases operations due to FTX estate’s recovery claims.

The mystery of the FTX hack unfolds as the DOJ charges three unnamed suspects for the US$400 million theft in November 2022.

Crypto derivatives exchange Bybit seeks to enter Hong Kong’s market with a new license application.

Celsius Network starts repaying $3 billion to creditors, marking a step towards resolving its bankruptcy.

Tether reports a record US$2.85 billion profit last quarter as its USDT soars towards US$100 billion market cap

Ripple’s Chris Larsen loses $112M in XRP to hackers in a recent security breach.

FTX plans to repay customers amid bankruptcy proceedings, rules out exchange relaunch.

The “One BNB Paradigm” aims to streamline BNB Chain’s ecosystem, focusing on DeFi, gaming, and AI.

Non-fungible tokens (NFT) marketplace OpenSea is reportedly considering acquisition proposals. According to DL News, OpenSea Chief Executive Officer Devin Finzer said the firm has not ruled out the possibility of selling the company, and indicated a willingness to engage with interested parties.  ”We think that if the right partnership comes along, then that’s something we […]

Transak integrates with Visa Direct to simplify crypto-to-fiat transactions globally.

A GME-themed meme coin, not affiliated with the video game retailer GameStop, is replicating the company’s meme stock frenzy on the Solana blockchain.

Floki Inu suspends its staking program in Hong Kong following regulatory warnings.

Jupiter Exchange experiences a trading boom as the Solana community awaits the upcoming JUP airdrop.

Hong Kong could welcome its first spot Bitcoin ETF, courtesy of Harvest Global’s recent filing.

Gamers can now play Doom directly on the Dogecoin blockchain, merging nostalgia with modern tech.

Algorand community warned as CEO’s social media falls prey to hackers.

Swan Bitcoin steps into mining ahead of halving as it prepares for a stock market debut.

The total value of stolen crypto decreased last year but the number of individual hacking incidents grew.

Ether ETF hopefuls on hold as SEC postpones decision.

Analysts at JPMorgan slash Coinbase rating to underweight, questioning ETF impact.

Long-awaited Bitcoin repayments closer as Mt. Gox confirms creditor addresses.

Speculative X Payments chatter triggers Dogecoin’s sharp rise.

Do Kwon-founded Terraform Labs files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in the U.S.

Allied nations impose sanctions on entities allegedly aiding Hamas’ crypto transactions.

Fidelity’s bid for a spot Ethereum ETF hits a snag as SEC delays decision.

Celsius Network’s move of US$26 million in MATIC to exchanges raises eyebrows amid market volatility.