Who Is Satoshi Nakamoto? 8 AI Chatbots Take Their Best Guess Ahead of HBO Documentary
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Just recently, reports surfaced about an upcoming HBO documentary titled “Money Electric,” which promises to unmask the true identity of Bitcoin’s elusive creator, Satoshi Nakamoto. Over on Polymarket, bettors are wagering on who the film might unveil, and currently, Len Sassaman leads the pack as the most likely contender. Intrigued by this, we turned to […]

Bitwise Plans ETF Merger, Aims to Launch Momentum-Based Bitcoin and Ether Fund 
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Asset manager Bitwise has filed a proposal with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to merge three bitcoin and ethereum futures exchange-traded funds (ETFs) into a single fund. This new fund will utilize a momentum-based strategy, targeting both bitcoin and ether futures. Bitwise to Combine Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs According to the SEC filing, […]

Zero-Knowledge Virtual Machines Key to Ethereum Growth, Says Hashkey Capital
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Hashkey Capital, one of Asia’s largest venture capital firms specializing in Web3 and cryptocurrency, has released its sector analysis for the first half of 2024. The report covers significant technological advancements across multiple blockchain sectors, with a strong focus on Ethereum, account abstraction, and developments in decentralized finance (defi). Hashkey Capital’s Report Warns of Block […]

This Week’s NFT Sales See 10% Growth After Difficult September
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Following a slow period for non-fungible token (NFT) sales in September, the past week has shown a 10.07% rise in revenue compared to the previous week. According to data from cryptoslam.io, the total NFT sales reached $85.8 million, with Ethereum contributing $27.75 million. NFT Market Sees $85.8M in Sales, Ethereum Tops $27M Over the past […]

BTC and ETH ETFs Post Positive Inflows Despite GBTC, ETHE Losses
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On Friday, the 12 U.S. s pot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) experienced positive inflows, totaling $25.59 million. Concurrently, the nine spot ether ETFs garnered a combined $7.39 million in inflows during the day’s trading session. Bitcoin ETFs Rebound With $25.59M Inflows, Ether Funds Add $7.39M Both bitcoin and ethereum ETFs showed positive growth on Friday, […]

Washington State Accuses 2 Cryptocurrency Platforms of Defrauding Investors
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Two cryptocurrency platforms face allegations of fraud by Washington State’s Department of Financial Institutions. Both companies allegedly lured investors with promises of huge returns, but later blocked withdrawals and demanded extra fees. An investor lost $64,000 to one platform after being asked for a “safety reserve” fee. The platforms are accused of exploiting social media […]

Nigeria to Launch $1.5M Initiative to Boost AI Development
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Nigeria’s Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, Bosun Tijani, has announced a $1.5 million initiative to boost the country’s Artificial Intelligence (AI) development. This fund, supported by Luminate, a global foundation, will be launched on Oct. 7 in Abuja. The move came after the Ministry launched a $61,780 AI Fund in collaboration with Google, […]

4 Arrests, Sanctions Follow Global Operation Against Lockbit Group
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Europol and multiple countries have taken a significant step against the notorious Lockbit ransomware group with four key arrests and international sanctions. A collaborative effort between France, the UK, and Spain led to the detainment of critical individuals, including a developer and a hosting administrator. The operation is part of a larger international crackdown known […]

New York Man Pleads Guilty in Crypto-Fueled $25M Money Laundering Case
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The U.S. Attorney’s Office and the FBI announced on Friday that Yanbing Chen, a 30-year-old from Brooklyn, N.Y., pleaded guilty to his involvement in an international money laundering and drug trafficking conspiracy. The organization, led by Jin Hua Zhang of Staten Island, laundered over $25 million in drug proceeds and illegal funds. Chen delivered $50,000 […]

FBI Warns of Ichcoin Targeting American Crypto Investors
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The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has issued a warning about Ichcoin, a fraudulent cryptocurrency platform that is deceiving investors across the U.S. by luring them in through social media, then tricking them into wiring large sums of money. Victims are led to believe their investments are growing but are ultimately left with nothing, often […]

Institutional Investors Predict Surge in Digital Asset Fund Launches, Research Finds
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Institutional investors and wealth managers anticipate a sharp increase in digital asset fund launches, with 70% of those surveyed expecting a rise over the next 12 months, according to new research by Nickel Digital Asset Management. 92% of respondents also foresee traditional financial institutions entering the sector with their own funds, driven in part by […]

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