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Bitfinex Report Examines Bitcoin’s Local Bottom Amid Market Rebound

Crypto exchange Bitfinex’s latest Alpha report examines various key metrics, providing insights into whether bitcoin may be approaching a local bottom. “Overall, these metrics underline the deep bearish sentiment and…

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Cornell Professor Warns of Growing Crypto Risks Amid Misleading Promises and Hype

A professor at Cornell University’s Dyson School, Eswar Prasad, has raised concerns about the increasing risks in the cryptocurrency market, pointing to regulatory gaps and centralization as key issues. “If…

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US Court Orders FTX and Alameda to Pay Fraud Victims $12.7 Billion in Historic CFTC Recovery

A U.S. district court has ordered FTX and Alameda Research to pay $12.7 billion to fraud victims due to their misuse of customer funds and fraudulent practices. Ian McGinley, Director…

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Blockfi to Begin Interim Crypto Distributions via Coinbase This Month

Crypto lender Blockfi announced that it will begin interim crypto distributions via Coinbase this month. U.S. clients will receive notifications, while non-U.S. clients face regulatory restrictions. Blockfi, which filed for…

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Report: Family at the Center of Sam Bankman-Fried’s Campaign Contributions

Sam Bankman-Fried’s political donation activities were allegedly a family affair, involving his brother, mother, and father. Bankman-Fried, the founder of FTX, reportedly directed over $100 million in political contributions with…

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Yield App Suspends Operations Ahead of Liquidation

Yield App, a platform for earning interest, buying, and swapping cryptocurrencies, announced on social media platform X Friday the suspension of all activities in preparation for liquidation proceedings. The Seychelles-based…

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Ripple CEO Blasts SEC Chair’s Crypto Remarks — Says ‘Gensler Will Cause Biden to Lose the Election’

Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse has criticized SEC Chair Gary Gensler’s recent statements on the crypto industry, calling them “absolute nonsense.” The executive argued that Gensler’s actions and oversight failures could…

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Crypto Friendly Evolve Bank Under Scrutiny: Cease and Desist Order Issued 

The Federal Reserve and Arkansas State Bank Department have mandated sweeping reforms at Evolve Bank & Trust following significant compliance breaches. The order highlights issues in anti-money laundering efforts and…

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FTX Loaned Millions to Australian Influencer to Ward Off Potential Litigation, Bankruptcy Report Reveals

According to a bankruptcy report from FTX, the defunct cryptocurrency exchange loaned an Australian influencer slightly more than $13 million. This loan was intended to assist him in repaying investors.…

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