Police have seized £28 million (US$34 million) in assets from an international Bitcoin fraud gang that exploited a glitch in an Australian cryptocurrency trading website. As per the report by the Lancashire Telegraph, the investigation centered around James Parker from Blackpool, who identified the vulnerability in 2017. Over three months, Parker and his associates stole more than £20 million in credits through the security flaw. The scheme’s proceeds were laundered with help from Stephen Boys of Clayton-le-Moors, who earned the nickname “Rodney” from “Only Fools and Horses.” The investigation revealed…
Month: January 2025
65% Chance It Happens In 2025
They say journalists never truly clock out. But for Christian, that’s not just a metaphor, it’s a lifestyle. By day, he navigates the ever-shifting tides of the cryptocurrency market, wielding words like a seasoned editor and crafting articles that decipher the jargon for the masses. When the PC goes on hibernate mode, however, his pursuits take a more mechanical (and sometimes philosophical) turn. Christian’s journey with the written word began long before the age of Bitcoin. In the hallowed halls of academia, he honed his craft as a feature writer…
Bitcoin Reclaims Crucial Liquidity Level – No Resistance Left Below ATH
Este artículo también está disponible en español. Bitcoin is trading near the $103,000 level following a highly bullish Friday that has energized the market. The recent surge has positioned BTC for a potential rally toward new all-time highs, with analysts closely monitoring its next moves. This renewed momentum comes after a significant breakout that many believe has cleared the path for further price appreciation. Related Reading Top analyst Jelle has shared a technical analysis that highlights the bullish outlook for Bitcoin. According to Jelle, BTC now faces virtually no resistance…
Last Week Bitcoin Was Down but No One Counted It Out
It’s instructive to look back to see how much difference one week can make. Participants weathered volatile bitcoin price action, the marque crypto asset dropped 10%. Despite spot bitcoin ETF outflows and macroeconomic concerns on the negative side, the bullish sentiment around blockchain activity on the positive helped keep most people bullish. This editorial is […] Original
Stablecoin inflows to exchanges could push Bitcoin price to ATH
Bitcoin price resumed its bullish trend and neared its all-time high of $108,200 ahead of Donald Trump’s inauguration and after the encouraging U.S. inflation data. Bitcoin (BTC) rose to a high of $105,847, its highest level since Dec. 18, and significantly higher than this week’s low of $82,055. Crypto investors are likely cheering the upcoming Trump inauguration and the potential regulatory changes that could follow. Trump has pledged to be a crypto-friendly president and seeks to make the U.S. the crypto capital of the world. While the U.S. already mines…
Golfin to Showcase Web3 Innovation at ‘Web3 Hub Davos 2025’
TOKYO, Jan. 17, 2025 /CNW/ — GOLFIN, the pioneering Web3-based Golf2Earn platform, has been announced as the official sponsor of Web3 Hub Davos 2025. The event, taking place from January 20–23, 2025, in Davos, Switzerland, runs alongside the World Economic Forum’s Annual Meeting and will highlight the latest advancements in Web3, blockchain, and decentralized technologies across industries. Golfin is set to showcase how Web3 technology is reshaping the future of golf. Golfin’s Key Highlights at Web3 Hub Davos 2025: Exclusive Presentation: Golfin’s founder Ken Komatsu and strategic advisor John Kojiro Moriwaka…
Donald Trump Memecoin Skyrockets Over 12,000% Overnight With $30B Fully Diluted Value – What Happened?
The TRUMP meme coin, the official Donald Trump cryptocurrency, took the crypto world by storm upon its launch on Friday. Within hours, it became the hottest topic in the market, captivating investors and enthusiasts alike. By Saturday morning, as the U.S. woke up to the news, the TRUMP coin had skyrocketed to an astonishing $30, marking a jaw-dropping 12,000% increase from its launch price. Related Reading The exponential rally that unfolded overnight now seems like just the beginning. The coin’s meteoric rise barely makes a dent in its increasingly vertical…
Bitcoin Price Could Surpass $200,000 In 2025, Blockchain Firm Sets Target
The Bitcoin price appears to have finally started recovering strongly in the past few days, breaking through the $100,000 ceiling on Thursday, January 16. The premier cryptocurrency didn’t stay more than a day above this level the last time it surpassed a six-figure valuation. However, the price of Bitcoin has returned to as high as $105,000 this time around, its highest level so far in 2025. Interestingly, it appears that this might only be the beginning of an even bigger rally for the Bitcoin price over the next 12 months.…
Crypto Exchange WazirX Freezes $3,000,000 Worth of USDT Related to Last Year’s Massive $230,000,000 Hack
The Indian crypto exchange WazirX says it has frozen $3 million worth of the stablecoin USDT connected to the massive $230 million hack on its platform last year. WazirX says the freeze represents an “important milestone” in recovering user assets. “Why This Matters: » Rapid Action: Freezing the funds stops them from being moved and helps with the recovery process. » Focus on Recovery: Every measure is being taken to address the cyberattack’s impact and recover additional funds. » Commitment to Users: Every amount frozen & recovered strengthens our mission…
Cardano Price To $6? Historical Data Says ADA Is Ready To Take Off
Opeyemi is a proficient writer and enthusiast in the exciting and unique cryptocurrency realm. While the digital asset industry was not his first choice, he has remained absolutely drawn since making a foray into the space over two years. Now, Opeyemi takes pride in creating unique pieces unraveling the complexities of blockchain technology and sharing insights on the latest trends in the world of cryptocurrencies. Opeyemi savors his attraction to the crypto market, which explains why he spends the better parts of his day looking through different price charts. “Looking”…