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ZKsync’s recent exploit resolution highlights the uneasy normalisation of bounty-based restitution in decentralised finance. While the protocol successfully recovered nearly $5 million through a safe-harbour arrangement, the broader…
From behind the bars of a high-security prison, Sam Bankman-Fried passionately defended his innocence in the FTX collapse during a phone call with The New York Sun, hinting at a political pivot toward Trump and criticising the legal…
The zkLend exploit reveals how privacy protocols with compliance mechanisms can unexpectedly reverse illicit gains, casting fresh light on the evolving interplay between DeFi, enforcement, and user anonymity.
A government-endorsed launch or an elaborate hoax? The CAR memecoin’s roller-coaster debut lays bare crypto’s propensity for hype, scandal, and high-stakes speculation.
A concise yet comprehensive guide to setting up and managing custom base tokens in ZKsync, underscoring the protocol’s evolving possibilities for chain sovereignty and reduced gas fees.
Alexey Pertsev’s supervised release marks a pivotal moment in the Tornado Cash saga, igniting debates over crypto privacy, regulatory overreach, and the future of immutable digital technologies.
The United Arab Emirates Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure has partnered with Shiba Inu to implement Web3 solutions for energy, infrastructure, and beyond.
Kaspersky Lab has warned that a new program called SparkCat uses neural networks to steal photos and other data on both iOS and Android smartphones, particularly targeting cryptocurrency wallets. SparkCat’s malicious code employs OCR to…
PumpDotFun, a prominent platform for launching and trading memecoins, is now at the center of a class-action lawsuit alleging violations of U.S. securities laws. Plaintiffs claim the platform sold unregistered securities and amassed…
Dogecoin, once a joke, now stands on the precipice of legitimacy as Bitwise pushes for a DOGE ETF, proving that in finance, irony can be profitable.
The SEC has initiated a public comment period for the Canary Litecoin ETF, marking a significant step towards potentially approving the first Litecoin-based exchange-traded fund in the U.S.
DogWifTools, a favorite tool among Pump[.]fun ruggers, was exploited for $10 million—draining users’ wallets, including hot, cold, and centralised exchange accounts. In a twist of irony, the scammers became the scammed.
The Plomin Hard Fork transfers Cardano’s governance from founding pillars to the hands of ADA holders, establishing true on-chain voting under CIP-1694 and heralding a new era of community-driven evolution for the blockchain.
Elon Musk’s X takes a bold leap into financial services with its partnership with Visa, introducing X Money. A step toward realising the ‘everything app’ vision, where social networking meets seamless payments and potential crypto…
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong highlights the challenge of evaluating over one million new tokens weekly, urging a shift to automated reviews and a “block list” system amidst a surge driven by Solana’s memecoin craze.
The Solana-based memecoin $MARIO has gained attention for its association with Mario Nawfal and a dramatic 70% supply burn, positioning it as a community-driven project focused on long-term growth.
Trump administration eyes digital-ledger technology in ambitious cost-cutting drive
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit had already reversed and remanded the OFAC sanctions on Tornado Cash. Today’s event was more procedural, not a fresh ruling, here’s what actually happened: â–«ï¸ The Fifth Circuit had…
Sam Bankman-Fried has filed an appeal seeking a retrial of his fraud conviction, citing judicial bias and claiming that the original trial was unfair. His legal team argues that the judge’s actions compromised the fairness of the trial,…
The UK Parliament has introduced the Property (Digital Assets etc) Bill, officially recognising digital assets like Bitcoin, NFTs, and carbon credits as personal property. This new legislation provides owners with legal protections…
Coinbase has made a bold move into the world of decentralised finance (DeFi) with the launch of cbBTC, its own wrapped version of Bitcoin. This ERC-20 token, backed 1:1 by Bitcoin held in custody by Coinbase, allows Bitcoin holders to…
TADA, a leading ride-hailing service in Southeast Asia, has partnered with the TON Foundation to launch TADA Mini, a Telegram-based app that integrates Web3 technology into ride-hailing. Users can now book rides directly through…
Indonesian cryptocurrency exchange Indodax has suffered a significant security breach, resulting in the loss of over $22 million in digital assets.
Between December 2021 and September 2023, Osunkoya’s machines processed over £2.6 million worth of cryptocurrency transactions across multiple locations, according to the FCA.
In the landscape of cryptocurrency, where regulatory clarity often dictates market movement, Japan is aiming to stand out as a beacon of progressive policy. Brad Garlinghouse, CEO of Ripple, recently shared his insights on the potential…
Qatar unveils its 2024 Digital Assets Framework, a key component of its Qatar Crypto Regulation initiative. This regulatory blueprint by the Qatar Financial Centre (QFC) aims to establish a transparent, secure ecosystem for digital…
OpenSea retired its testnet marketplace on 23 July 2025, and testnets.opensea.io now redirects to a farewell notice. Minting a practice NFT is still free: deploy your own ERC-721 on Sepolia with MetaMask, OpenZeppelin's wizard and Remix. Every tool and faucet here was checked on 18 September 2026.
Aptos has announced its integration with Nillion, a privacy platform specializing in advanced cryptographic technologies.
Aave Labs has recently unveiled a proposal for a new GHO Stability Module (GSM), seeking to enhance its platform by integrating with BlackRock’s BUIDL infrastructure. This proposal marks a significant step in bridging traditional…
MakerDAO, the pioneering decentralised finance (DeFi) platform, is undergoing a rebranding to Sky, introducing a new stablecoin, USDS, and a governance token, SKY.
Bitcoin has surged to over $64,000 this week, driven by Federal Reserve signals on potential interest rate cuts. As the tech sector braces for Nvidia’s crucial earnings report, which is expected to bolster tech stocks, Bitcoin’s…
Nillion Network, often described as “Humanity’s first blind computer,” introduces a novel approach to data privacy through its “blind computing” protocol. This protocol allows for the processing of data in an encrypted state, ensuring…
Pavlovski’s departure was announced via X (formerly Twitter), where he stated, “I’ve just safely departed from Europe,” citing France’s actions against Telegram as a catalyst.
Shiba Inu, the 13th-largest cryptocurrency by market cap, is preparing to launch a Decentralised Autonomous Organisation (DAO) to enhance community governance. Announced on August 25 by Shiba Inu’s marketing lead, Lucie, the DAO will…
Stablecoins now capture the spotlight as their market capitalisation soars to a record-breaking $168.1 billion. This development underscores the growing appeal of stable digital assets, particularly among institutional investors seeking…
Trump’s latest development involves his sons, Eric and Don Jr., launching a revamped Telegram group under the new name World Liberty Financial. This move has ignited speculation about a potential Trump-branded cryptocurrency.
A recent study from Norway, published by the National Bureau for Economic Research, has highlighted increased levels of tax non-compliance among cryptocurrency holders. The research reveals that a significant portion of the Norwegian…
Both zkSync and Avalanche found their official Discord servers compromised today.
Aave v3 is set to launch on ZKsync Era, bringing enhanced scalability, privacy, and security to DeFi users through zero-knowledge technology. This integration will allow for faster, cheaper transactions and unlock new institutional use…
Justin Sun, the founder of TRON, has proposed the creation of a decentralised autonomous organisation (DAO) to support the release of Pavel Durov, the CEO of Telegram, who was recently detained by French authorities. Sun has pledged $1…
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