Tagged: cryptocurrency

August 10, 2026 @ 5:38 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Cybersecurity researchers have uncovered evidence that the North Korean threat actor known as Kimsuky is weaving artificial intelligence more deeply into its operations. The group, long associated with intelligence gathering and revenue-generating cyber activity for the regime, now appears to be experimenting with local large… Read More

August 4, 2026 @ 10:26 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Robinhood Markets (NASDAQ: HOOD) has achieved an important regulatory milestone in Britain. Its local subsidiary, Robinhood U.K. Ltd, was added to the Financial Conduct Authority’s register of cryptoasset firms effective 31 July 2026. This registration under the existing anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing rules allows… Read More

August 2, 2026 @ 11:34 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Chainalysis has indicated that the 2026 FIFA World Cup stood out not only for record attendance of 6.8 million spectators, $10.5 billion in advertising revenue, and 66 million U.S. television viewers for the final, but also for unprecedented blockchain activity. According to blockchain analytics research,… Read More

August 1, 2026 @ 11:31 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Immunefi indicated that a recent incident involving BonkDAO highlights a troubling shift in how digital assets are being compromised. An individual invested approximately $4 million to acquire sufficient voting power, enabling the passage of a malicious governance proposal during a period of limited participant engagement…. Read More

July 22, 2026 @ 10:22 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Russia’s lower house of parliament has introduced and advanced legislation aimed at establishing a comprehensive regulatory framework for cryptocurrencies. The move reflects the country’s evolving stance on digital currencies, balancing innovation, economic utility in international trade, and strict oversight to mitigate risks for ordinary citizens…. Read More

July 16, 2026 @ 12:52 am By Omar Faridi  |  

The Volvo Group, a key global player focused primarily on heavy-duty trucks and industrial vehicles, is pushing the boundaries of supply chain technology by testing a custom-built cryptocurrency for internal transactions. This initiative is part of a broader effort to harness blockchain to enhance efficiency,… Read More

July 15, 2026 @ 10:46 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Chainalysis has noted that authorities from the United States, United Kingdom, and European Union imposed sanctions on an extensive network of cybercriminals, state-linked hackers, and their support infrastructure. This action stands out as one of the broadest cyber enforcement operations to date, targeting entities blamed… Read More

July 15, 2026 @ 1:28 am By Omar Faridi  |  

South Korea is taking significant steps to modernize its approach to public asset oversight by incorporating emerging digital assets. The Ministry of Economy and Finance is preparing draft legislation to create a unified basic law for managing state-owned properties, explicitly extending its coverage to innovative… Read More

July 1, 2026 @ 3:55 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

A research report from NYDIG, titled “Quantum: Buy the Migration, Not the Machine,” argues that recent US government policy shifts have turned quantum computing risks into a near-term infrastructure spending cycle. The analysis, authored by Greg Cipolaro and released on June 26, 2026, centers on… Read More

June 30, 2026 @ 6:02 am By Omar Faridi  |  

A recent analysis from CoinGecko reveals just how fleeting most meme coins launched on Pump.fun really are. The Solana-based platform has lowered the barrier to token creation dramatically, enabling anyone to mint a coin with minimal cost or technical skill. Since January 2024, this has… Read More

June 12, 2026 @ 7:05 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Blockchain analytics firm Chainalysis notes that on June 11, 2026, law enforcement agencies from multiple countries disrupted a sophisticated cryptocurrency laundering service known as AudiA6. This platform had become a key resource for cybercriminals, particularly those involved in ransomware campaigns and digital asset thefts. The… Read More

June 12, 2026 @ 2:59 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

TRM Labs noted that on June 9, 2026, Belgian authorities secured convictions against seven individuals linked to an extensive international network backing the Islamic State (ISIS). The court imposed prison terms ranging from five to 15 years, plus significant monetary fines. TRM Labs has also… Read More

June 11, 2026 @ 12:06 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

CME Group, the global derivatives exchange, has officially introduced Nasdaq CME Crypto Index futures. The launch, announced on June 9, 2026, in Chicago, marks another step forward in integrating digital assets into established financial frameworks, providing market participants with a new tool for broad exposure… Read More

May 20, 2026 @ 9:17 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Quantum computing is not in any way a new or recent development. Much like AI and machine learning algorithms, these technologies really began to take shape in the early 21st century (around the year 2000 to 2010 with initial groundwork dating back to the 1960s)…. Read More

May 12, 2026 @ 10:02 am By Tony Zerucha  |  

Some questionable thoughts on stablecoins and crypto investing are among the Web3 Thoughts of the Week. Bitcoin and oil dynamics “Bitcoin’s brief recovery above $80,000 is looking shaky. It’s being driven by easing oil prices rather than strong buying, with Brent back below $110 on… Read More

May 11, 2026 @ 5:16 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Bitcoin has pushed past the $82,000 mark amid a constructive macroeconomic backdrop that has supported risk assets broadly. The move marks a three-month high and reflects easing geopolitical strains, softening inflation signals, and steady institutional demand through Bitcoin ETFs. At the same time, Sui delivered… Read More

May 4, 2026 @ 5:44 am By Tony Zerucha  |  

Bybit has expanded Bybit Pay to South Africa through an integration with  MoneyBadger, a South African crypto payments integration provider that enables QR-based transactions and settlement in rand through partnerships with major payment networks. That enables users to make everyday purchases using cryptocurrency across a… Read More

May 4, 2026 @ 1:31 am By Omar Faridi  |  

In the fast-growing web3 and cryptocurrency space, new projects frequently emerge amid waves of excitement and online buzz. Kaspa is the latest example, drawing significant attention across platforms like X and other social channels. Promoters and advocates highlight Kaspa‘s so-called innovative features, positioning it as… Read More

May 2, 2026 @ 7:32 pm By Tony Zerucha  |  

MoonPay has acquired Sodot, a management infrastructure company with clients including eToro, BitGo, Flow Traders, and Exodus. The acquisition forms the foundation of MoonPay Institutional, MoonPay’s new business serving financial institutions, asset managers, trading firms and exchanges entering digital asset markets. It provides a technology… Read More

April 27, 2026 @ 9:05 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Dune Analytics claims that most cryptocurrency token prices displayed across wallets, dashboards, and trading apps are technically accurate yet practically worthless. They rely on “observational pricing”—simply recording the last executed swap in a liquidity pool and treating it as the current market rate. According to… Read More