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MicroStrategy announces a half billion dollar bond sale to fund additional Bitcoin acquisitions.

TON blockchain surpasses Ethereum in user activity, leveraging Telegram’s extensive user base for growth.

Terraform Labs and ex-CEO Do Kwon to pay billions in SEC fraud settlement, marking one of the largest penalties in U.S. history.

Strong U.S. economic data has led to a decrease in Bitcoin value as markets brace for Fed’s decision on lending rates.

New guidelines by South Korea’s FSC will regulate certain NFTs under cryptocurrency laws.

The Sandbox secures funding to enhance its metaverse platform and support its creator economy.

Trading platform Robinhood Markets to expand its crypto services with Bitstamp acquisition.

Florida resident Juan Tacuri pleads guilty to wire fraud, faces two decades behind bars.

SEC Chairman Gary Gensler warns that crypto exchanges are still liable for enforcement actions despite making risk disclosures to investors.

Binance to limit non-compliant stablecoins under EU’s MiCA regulation.

Judge orders SEC to pay legal fees in dismissed DEBT Box case.

PayPal’s PYUSD stablecoin is now available on Solana, promising faster and more cost-effective transactions.

Ripple’s $50 million contribution to Fairshake PAC aims to sway 2024 U.S. elections towards crypto-friendly candidates.

Ethereum’s price surge signals market optimism and hints at growth potential.

JPMorgan casts doubt on the likelihood of further SEC approvals for crypto ETFs after Ethereum ETF nod.

New York residents regain access to XRP on Coinbase

Fed survey shows a decline in US adult crypto usage to 7% in 2023, with only 1% using it for transactions.

Bipartisan lawmakers call on SEC for consistent crypto ETF standards as decision looms.

US House greenlights major crypto bill, setting stage for Senate debate.

Major tech companies form a coalition to tackle the surge romance and crypto scams.

SEC Chair Gary Gensler has expressed strong opposition to the FIT21 Act, a bill set to regulate digital assets, citing concerns over investor protection.

Ether’s value surges as analysts suspect SEC may be leaning to ETF approvals.

23-year-old Rui-Siang Lin could face life in prison for running a $100M dark web drug market

One of the world’s largest digital currency asset management company has changed CEOs.

XRP Ledger sees a 108% transaction surge in Q1 2024, despite SEC legal woes.

Circle Internet Financial Ltd. is relocating its headquarters to the U.S. in preparation for a potential IPO.

Dutch court convicts Tornado Cash creator for aiding in crypto crimes.

Crypto exchange Coinbase suffers a major outage, affecting traders during Bitcoin volatility.

The value of PEPE cryptocurrency soars as Roaring Kitty returns to put GME back on the meme trading map.

Global crypto exchange OKX begins offering trading services in Australia, including spot and derivatives.

Blockchain analytics firm Chainalysis has launched its regional headquarters in Dubai, advancing the UAE’s goal to be a top cryptocurrency hub.

Binance CEO demands freedom for compliance officer held on illegal transaction charges in Nigeria.

Robinhood’s digital assets division becomes the SEC’s latest legal opponent.

April’s crypto funding surge reflects investor confidence, with $1.02 billion invested in blockchain ventures.

Bitcoin marks a historic achievement with over one billion transactions since 2009.

April sees a slight rise in US unemployment to 3.9% as Bitcoin’s value rebounds.

Bitcoin dropped to as low as US$56,600 as Fed holds interest rates.

Cryptocurrency figure Roger Ver faces extradition to the U.S. on tax evasion and fraud charges.

Changpeng Zhao receives a 4-month prison term and a $50 million fine for laundering violations.

Lazarus Group’s crypto laundering operation exposed by on-chain investigator.

Wasabi and Phoenix wallets halt US services due to increasing regulatory scrutiny.

Keonne Rodriguez, co-founder of Samourai Wallet, was released on bond after denying money laundering charges.

Hong Kong’s first spot Bitcoin ETFs rise on first trading day as Ether ETFs drop.

Stripe reenters the crypto market, enabling stablecoin transactions for merchants.

Software firm Consensys seeks court ruling to stop SEC from classifying Ethereum as a security.

Samourai Wallet creators face money laundering and illegal business operation charges.

City’s first spot cryptocurrency ETFs to offer regulated investment options.

Changpeng Zhao, the former CEO of Binance, may receive a 3-year sentence and $50M fine for anti-money laundering violations.

The SEC extends review of Ethereum ETFs and requests public comments on BlackRock’s proposal, casting uncertainty on May approvals.

The New York Stock Exchange may introduce continuous trading, reflecting the 24-hour nature of cryptocurrency markets and evolving investor demands.

Ripple challenges SEC’s penalty, arguing for a reduced $10 million fine in a legal dispute.

Arkham Intelligence reveals unclaimed crypto, including Ethereum co-founder’s assets, in bridge contracts.

Stablecoin issuer Tether has expanded to The Open Network with its USDT and gold-backed XAUT tokens, aiming to enhance liquidity.

Bitcoin miners experienced a revenue spike following the introduction of the Runes protocol, although transaction fees have since decreased.

Upcoming Bitcoin halving triggers market uncertainty.

Cryptocurrency giant Binance converts $1B safety fund to USDC, signaling a strategic move to enhance transparency and re-enter the Indian market.

PayPal to exclude NFTs from protection programs starting May 20, impacting buyers and sellers.

Pavel Durov proposes secure communication tech to combat surveillance.

OKX’s X Layer promises faster, cheaper Ethereum transactions with enhanced security.

City’s inaugural Bitcoin ETF approval spurs price surge, signaling crypto investment growth.

Middle East conflict triggers a sharp decline in Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, with significant market liquidations.

Disgraced FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried challenges his prison term and seeks New York confinement during the appeal.

Defiance ETFs aims to offer a leveraged Ethereum futures ETF, seeking to double daily ETH returns.

Binance’s Tigran Gambaryan pleads not guilty to money laundering in Nigeria, faces remand.

HashKey Group’s new Bermuda-based platform, HashKey Global, targets international crypto investors with diverse services.

Bitcoin tops daily NFT sales, Ethereum and Solana follow with notable changes.

Investment firm notes Bitcoin NFTs’ role in crypto innovation and market changes.

Coinbase gears up to offer new altcoin futures next week to expand its perpetual offerings.

Ripple’s upcoming stablecoin targets enhanced market transparency and compliance.

MAS revises PSA to cover crypto custody, aiming to enhance user protection.

Stablecoin leader Tether acquires 8,889 units of Bitcoin.

Thailand’s Bitkub aims for a 2025 IPO on SET to expand and compete in the global crypto market.