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fromnews.bitcoin.com
23 hours ago

Japan's Next Crypto Boom May Be Institutional

Japan's crypto market is transitioning from retail speculation to regulated finance, with new rules and recognition of crypto as an investment asset.
fromnews.bitcoin.com
1 day ago
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What Japanese Regulators Are Worried About Now: The Oversight Blind Spots Shaping Japan's Crypto Policy Shift

Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
3 hours ago

Japan Has 12 Million Crypto Users and a Blueprint for Web3 Gaming

Japan's FSA plans a 2026 framework taxing crypto gains at a flat 20%, providing regulatory clarity for Web3 gaming projects.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
23 hours ago

Japan's Next Crypto Boom May Be Institutional

Japan's crypto market is transitioning from retail speculation to regulated finance, with new rules and recognition of crypto as an investment asset.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
1 day ago

Why Japan's Stablecoin Push May Be the Most Practical Crypto Story in the World Right Now

Japan's revised Payment Services Act establishes strict stablecoin issuer rules, creating a national financial infrastructure for stablecoins by 2026.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
1 day ago

What Japanese Regulators Are Worried About Now: The Oversight Blind Spots Shaping Japan's Crypto Policy Shift

Japan's FSA signals tougher regulations for crypto markets to enhance user protection and address risks associated with speculative assets like meme coins.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
2 days ago

Japan Recognizes 100+ Crypto Tokens Across 28 Platforms as Regulation Shapes Market Expansion

Japan's regulated crypto market features over 100 unique tokens and 28 registered service providers under strict oversight by the Financial Services Agency.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
2 hours ago

MEXC Appoints Vugar Usi as CEO to Drive Global Infinite Opportunities' Vision

MEXC appoints Vugar Usi as CEO, marking a strategic brand evolution and commitment to user-centric global expansion.
#bitcoin
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
10 hours ago

Bitcoin Long-Term Holders Return to Accumulation Mode: Binance Sees Early Bull Market Signals

Long-term bitcoin holders are accumulating, indicating a potential market transition and early signs of a new bull cycle.
Cryptocurrency
fromwww.bbc.com
2 minutes ago

Brit says he is not elusive Bitcoin creator named by New York Times

Adam Back denies being Satoshi Nakamoto, attributing the claims to confirmation bias and coincidences in online activity.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
39 minutes ago

NYT Claims Bitcoin Creator Satoshi Nakamoto Is British Cryptographer Adam Back

Satoshi Nakamoto remains unidentified; Adam Back is the closest match based on stylometric analysis, but he denies being Satoshi multiple times.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
10 hours ago

Bitcoin Long-Term Holders Return to Accumulation Mode: Binance Sees Early Bull Market Signals

Long-term bitcoin holders are accumulating, indicating a potential market transition and early signs of a new bull cycle.
#stablecoins
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
9 hours ago

Morph Report Shows Stablecoins Reshaping Global Payments Infrastructure

Stablecoins reached a $312 billion market cap in 2025, indicating a significant shift towards everyday financial applications beyond trading.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
3 days ago

When Crypto Beats Stablecoins: Ripple's Schwartz Says He'd Pick XRP or BTC Over USD for Locked Funds

XRP and BTC provide better global utility and long-term growth potential compared to stablecoins, which are limited by fiat currency ties.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
9 hours ago

Morph Report Shows Stablecoins Reshaping Global Payments Infrastructure

Stablecoins reached a $312 billion market cap in 2025, indicating a significant shift towards everyday financial applications beyond trading.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
3 days ago

When Crypto Beats Stablecoins: Ripple's Schwartz Says He'd Pick XRP or BTC Over USD for Locked Funds

XRP and BTC provide better global utility and long-term growth potential compared to stablecoins, which are limited by fiat currency ties.
#crypto-regulation
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
2 days ago

This Week in Crypto Law (Mar. 29, 2026)

Regulators are increasingly asserting control over digital assets while enabling new market structures, as seen in recent developments in the U.S. and Hong Kong.
fromnews.bitcoin.com
3 days ago
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Japan Advances Crypto Regulation Overhaul, Aligning Digital Assets With Traditional Financial Market Frameworks

Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
8 hours ago

8 African Nations Advance Crypto Regulation as Adoption Accelerates Across Emerging Markets

Eight African nations are advancing crypto regulation, enhancing adoption and investment in digital assets.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
2 days ago

This Week in Crypto Law (Mar. 29, 2026)

Regulators are increasingly asserting control over digital assets while enabling new market structures, as seen in recent developments in the U.S. and Hong Kong.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
3 days ago

Japan Advances Crypto Regulation Overhaul, Aligning Digital Assets With Traditional Financial Market Frameworks

Japan is reshaping crypto regulation by classifying digital assets as financial instruments, enhancing oversight and investor protections.
#rwanda
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
7 hours ago

Rwanda Central Bank: Crypto P2P Trading With FRW Carries Serious Financial Risks

Rwanda's National Bank warned that peer-to-peer crypto trading with the Rwandan franc is unauthorized and carries no legal protection for users.
Cryptocurrency
fromBitcoin Magazine
1 day ago

Rwanda Reaffirms Crypto Ban After Bybit Adds Franc Support

Rwanda's central bank prohibits cryptocurrency transactions involving the Rwandan franc, emphasizing financial risks and legal protections.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
7 hours ago

Rwanda Central Bank: Crypto P2P Trading With FRW Carries Serious Financial Risks

Rwanda's National Bank warned that peer-to-peer crypto trading with the Rwandan franc is unauthorized and carries no legal protection for users.
Cryptocurrency
fromBitcoin Magazine
1 day ago

Rwanda Reaffirms Crypto Ban After Bybit Adds Franc Support

Rwanda's central bank prohibits cryptocurrency transactions involving the Rwandan franc, emphasizing financial risks and legal protections.
#polymarket
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
5 hours ago

Why Long-Term Profitability Remains Elusive for 99% of Polymarket Users

84.1% of Polymarket traders are unprofitable, with high earnings being extremely rare and most users losing money.
Cryptocurrency
fromBitcoin Magazine
1 day ago

Polymarket Unveils Exchange Overhaul, Native Stablecoin As U.S. Expansion Looms

Polymarket is launching a major infrastructure upgrade with a new trading system and a native stablecoin to enhance on-chain activity and user experience.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
1 day ago

Polymarket's April 2026 Upgrade: New Stablecoin, Faster Order Matching, Smart Contract Wallet Support

Polymarket launched Polymarket USD, replacing bridged USDC.e, with a major upgrade to its trading engine and smart contracts.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
5 hours ago

Why Long-Term Profitability Remains Elusive for 99% of Polymarket Users

84.1% of Polymarket traders are unprofitable, with high earnings being extremely rare and most users losing money.
Cryptocurrency
fromBitcoin Magazine
1 day ago

Polymarket Unveils Exchange Overhaul, Native Stablecoin As U.S. Expansion Looms

Polymarket is launching a major infrastructure upgrade with a new trading system and a native stablecoin to enhance on-chain activity and user experience.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
1 day ago

Polymarket's April 2026 Upgrade: New Stablecoin, Faster Order Matching, Smart Contract Wallet Support

Polymarket launched Polymarket USD, replacing bridged USDC.e, with a major upgrade to its trading engine and smart contracts.
#bitcoin-etf
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fromnews.bitcoin.com
19 hours ago

Morgan Stanley Bitcoin ETF Expected Tomorrow as Massive Inflow Speculation Builds

Morgan Stanley is set to launch a bitcoin ETF on April 8, enhancing institutional access and potential capital inflows into crypto markets.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
19 hours ago

Morgan Stanley Bitcoin ETF Expected Tomorrow as Massive Inflow Speculation Builds

Morgan Stanley is set to launch a bitcoin ETF on April 8, enhancing institutional access and potential capital inflows into crypto markets.
Cryptocurrency
fromBitcoin Magazine
19 hours ago

Morgan Stanley's 'Monster' Bitcoin ETF Goes Live Tomorrow

Morgan Stanley will launch its spot bitcoin ETF, the Morgan Stanley Bitcoin Trust, on April 8, marking a significant entry into the market.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
1 day ago

India Issues Tax Notices to Crypto Traders Over Unreported Activity From Earlier Years

India is intensifying scrutiny of cryptocurrency activity, issuing notices that may reopen past filings and pressure traders to justify discrepancies.
Cryptocurrency
fromBitcoin Magazine
18 hours ago

Even A 1% Bitcoin Allocation Can Drastically Reshape Portfolio Risk, Schwab Finds

Portfolio cryptocurrency allocation should focus on investor volatility tolerance rather than just expected returns.
#blockchain
Cryptocurrency
fromFortune
11 hours ago

Jamie Dimon warns of growing crypto competition in annual JPMorgan shareholder letter: 'We need to roll out our own blockchain technology' | Fortune

Jamie Dimon acknowledges blockchain technology as a competitor and emphasizes the need for JPMorgan to enhance its own blockchain capabilities.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
2 days ago

Bitgo CEO Proposes Using a Public Blockchain as the Ultimate Solution for Government Fraud

Mike Belshe proposes using a public blockchain to combat state and federal fraud, potentially addressing losses of up to $521 billion annually.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
1 day ago

Closing the Gap: XDC Network's Sean White on Why SMEs Deserve Better Payment Infrastructure

XDC Network aims to modernize payment systems for Australia's 2.5 million medium-sized businesses through the AUDDapt grant program.
Cryptocurrency
fromFortune
11 hours ago

Jamie Dimon warns of growing crypto competition in annual JPMorgan shareholder letter: 'We need to roll out our own blockchain technology' | Fortune

Jamie Dimon acknowledges blockchain technology as a competitor and emphasizes the need for JPMorgan to enhance its own blockchain capabilities.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
2 days ago

Bitgo CEO Proposes Using a Public Blockchain as the Ultimate Solution for Government Fraud

Mike Belshe proposes using a public blockchain to combat state and federal fraud, potentially addressing losses of up to $521 billion annually.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
1 day ago

Closing the Gap: XDC Network's Sean White on Why SMEs Deserve Better Payment Infrastructure

XDC Network aims to modernize payment systems for Australia's 2.5 million medium-sized businesses through the AUDDapt grant program.
#digital-assets
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
14 hours ago

HTX Releases "2026 Digital Asset Trends White Paper": Regime Shift of Global Liquidity Defines a New Era of On-Chain Finance

HTX's 2026 White Paper outlines ten trends reshaping digital assets, emphasizing their transition into a recognized asset class amid market consolidation.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
12 hours ago

Ripple Highlights $205B in Africa On-Chain Value With 52% Growth

Africa's digital asset adoption is rapidly expanding, driven by regulatory clarity and institutional demand, with $205B+ in on-chain value.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
14 hours ago

HTX Releases "2026 Digital Asset Trends White Paper": Regime Shift of Global Liquidity Defines a New Era of On-Chain Finance

HTX's 2026 White Paper outlines ten trends reshaping digital assets, emphasizing their transition into a recognized asset class amid market consolidation.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
12 hours ago

Ripple Highlights $205B in Africa On-Chain Value With 52% Growth

Africa's digital asset adoption is rapidly expanding, driven by regulatory clarity and institutional demand, with $205B+ in on-chain value.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
1 day ago

Can Tokyo Build Asia's Most Trusted Crypto Rails?

Tokyo's crypto growth relies on regulated infrastructure rather than speculation, with significant user accounts and assets reported.
Cryptocurrency
fromBitcoin Magazine
14 hours ago

Demand For Crypto Pay Surges, But Payroll Systems Fall Behind: Research

A significant portion of workers are interested in receiving part of their pay in cryptocurrency, despite limited employer offerings.
Cryptocurrency
from24/7 Wall St.
18 hours ago

MARA Sold 15,133 Bitcoins to Escape the Mining Trap. Now Comes the Hard Part

MARA Holdings is pivoting to strengthen its balance sheet and expand into digital energy and AI infrastructure amid challenging market conditions.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
1 day ago

Local Banks Pilot JPMorgan's JPM Coin in Argentina

A group of banks is testing JPM Coin to enhance interbank settlement efficiency and reduce costs, pending regulatory approval for crypto services.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
1 day ago

SEC Chair Atkins Says 'Reg Crypto' Proposal Covering Fundraising and Startup Exemptions Is One Step From Publication

Reg Crypto is awaiting White House approval, creating safe-harbor exemptions for startups and issuers to raise significant capital annually.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
19 hours ago

Lim Say Cheong of ComTech Gold: Gold Tokenization and the Future of Real World Assets

ComTech Gold enables the tokenization of physical gold, enhancing its integration into the digital economy through blockchain technology.
#ripple
Cryptocurrency
from24/7 Wall St.
18 hours ago

XRP News: Ripple Prime Just Added Gold, Silver, and Oil - Could This Finally Connect XRP to Real-World Markets?

Ripple Prime expands into commodities, allowing institutions to trade gold, silver, and oil through a decentralized exchange, potentially increasing XRP demand.
Cryptocurrency
from24/7 Wall St.
22 hours ago

XRP News: Garlinghouse Says More Ripple Acquisitions Are Coming - What Could Ripple Buy Next?

Ripple plans to focus on integrating its acquisitions in 2026 rather than making new ones, despite recent purchases.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
4 days ago

Ripple Highlights RLUSD Impact as Real-World Value Flows Into Small Businesses

Ripple's RLUSD initiative invests $15 million to support underserved U.S. small businesses, enhancing access to capital and job creation.
Cryptocurrency
from24/7 Wall St.
18 hours ago

XRP News: Ripple Prime Just Added Gold, Silver, and Oil - Could This Finally Connect XRP to Real-World Markets?

Ripple Prime expands into commodities, allowing institutions to trade gold, silver, and oil through a decentralized exchange, potentially increasing XRP demand.
Cryptocurrency
from24/7 Wall St.
22 hours ago

XRP News: Garlinghouse Says More Ripple Acquisitions Are Coming - What Could Ripple Buy Next?

Ripple plans to focus on integrating its acquisitions in 2026 rather than making new ones, despite recent purchases.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
4 days ago

Ripple Highlights RLUSD Impact as Real-World Value Flows Into Small Businesses

Ripple's RLUSD initiative invests $15 million to support underserved U.S. small businesses, enhancing access to capital and job creation.
#fdic
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
15 hours ago

FDIC Proposes GENIUS Act Rules for Bank Stablecoin Issuers: 1:1 Reserves and 2-Day Redemptions Required

The FDIC approved a rule for stablecoin issuers requiring 1:1 reserves and redemption within two business days, with a comment period ending before July 2026.
Cryptocurrency
fromBitcoin Magazine
14 hours ago

FDIC Advances Stablecoin Oversight Framework Under GENIUS Act With New Prudential Rule Proposal

FDIC has proposed a regulatory framework for stablecoin issuance under the GENIUS Act, enhancing federal oversight of digital assets.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
15 hours ago

FDIC Proposes GENIUS Act Rules for Bank Stablecoin Issuers: 1:1 Reserves and 2-Day Redemptions Required

The FDIC approved a rule for stablecoin issuers requiring 1:1 reserves and redemption within two business days, with a comment period ending before July 2026.
Cryptocurrency
fromBitcoin Magazine
14 hours ago

FDIC Advances Stablecoin Oversight Framework Under GENIUS Act With New Prudential Rule Proposal

FDIC has proposed a regulatory framework for stablecoin issuance under the GENIUS Act, enhancing federal oversight of digital assets.
#xrp
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
20 hours ago

Will XRP Reclaim $2? Santiment's Latest MVRV Data Explained

XRP active wallets are down 41%, with MVRV ratio at its lowest since the 2022 FTX crash, indicating potential for a significant rally.
Cryptocurrency
from24/7 Wall St.
1 day ago

XRP News: XRP ETF Inflows Hit $1.2 Billion Then Stopped - Is the Institutional Bet on Ripple Fading?

XRP ETFs experienced record inflows but faced a dramatic decline due to the U.S.-Iran war, leading to significant outflows in early 2026.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
20 hours ago

Will XRP Reclaim $2? Santiment's Latest MVRV Data Explained

XRP active wallets are down 41%, with MVRV ratio at its lowest since the 2022 FTX crash, indicating potential for a significant rally.
Cryptocurrency
from24/7 Wall St.
1 day ago

XRP News: XRP ETF Inflows Hit $1.2 Billion Then Stopped - Is the Institutional Bet on Ripple Fading?

XRP ETFs experienced record inflows but faced a dramatic decline due to the U.S.-Iran war, leading to significant outflows in early 2026.
fromnews.bitcoin.com
18 hours ago

Sealminer A4 Series Debuts as Bitdeer Hits New Bitcoin Mining Efficiency Record

The A4 Ultra Hydro, the flagship hydro-cooled unit, delivers 886 terahash per second (TH/s) at 8,372.7 watts with a rated efficiency of 9.45 J/TH. This marks a notable improvement over Bitdeer's previous generation.
Cryptocurrency
from24/7 Wall St.
13 hours ago

XRP Price Prediction: What Happens When the Senate Returns April 13 and the CLARITY Act Markup Follows?

XRP is trading near $1.30 right now, and the CLARITY Act is the difference between its commodity classification being written into law or remaining something a future administration could quietly undo.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
14 hours ago

Solana DEX Warns Liquidity Providers to Withdraw After North Korean Employee Link Surfaces

Stabble's new management team confirmed that the former employee had worked at Stabble approximately one year earlier, emphasizing that there was no exploit, no breach, and no known security incident of any kind.
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Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
1 day ago

Bitmine Reaches 4.803 Million ETH, Announces NYSE Uplisting

Bitmine Immersion Technologies holds $11.4 billion in crypto, cash, and equity, with 4.803 million ETH as the largest Ethereum treasury.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
2 days ago

Circle Announces Quantum-Resistant Roadmap to Secure Future Digital Asset Infrastructure

Circle's Arc platform will launch with post-quantum signature support to secure institutional assets against quantum threats.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
2 days ago

Russia Moves to Formalize Cryptocurrency Market With New Legislation

Russia's State Duma introduced bills to regulate crypto transactions, capping non-qualified investors at $3,730 annually and mandating tax reporting.
#prediction-markets
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
1 day ago

Prediction Market Boom Continues With Polymarket and Kalshi Leading $25.7B Month

Prediction markets saw $25.7 billion in notional volume in March, with Polymarket and Kalshi leading the activity.
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fromnews.bitcoin.com
1 day ago

Prediction Market Boom Continues With Polymarket and Kalshi Leading $25.7B Month

Prediction markets saw $25.7 billion in notional volume in March, with Polymarket and Kalshi leading the activity.
fromnews.bitcoin.com
2 days ago

WTI Crude Futures Jump 2.7% After Trump Iran Threat, Bitcoin Taps $69K

Trump's post on Truth Social warned Iranian leadership that military action would target power plants and bridges if the Strait of Hormuz blockade continued, signed off with 'Praise be to Allah.'
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fromnews.bitcoin.com
3 days ago

US Banking Group Slams Coinbase Conditional Trust Approval, Citing Risks in Crypto Banking Expansion

Regulatory tensions rise as Coinbase's banking ambitions face opposition, highlighting risks tied to oversight gaps in U.S. financial systems.
fromWIRED
2 days ago

I Tried to Offset Horrible Heating Bills With a Bitcoin Miner

The Heatbit Maxi, a space heater that also mines bitcoin, is one such device. Residential electricity rates have corkscrewed to stratospheric heights in the US since 2020, rising more than 40 percent in the past six years as of February 2026.
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Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
3 days ago

Defying US Criticism, Brazil Mulls Pix's Globalization

Brazil's Central Bank plans to launch International Pix for cross-border payments, potentially disrupting traditional payment giants.
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 days ago

For crypto miners turned AI stars, the real test is about to come

"They have been more successful than anyone including themselves could have anticipated," said Nick Giles, a senior research analyst at B. Riley Securities who covers several of the firms, most of which are public.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
3 days ago

Cambodian Parliament Approves New Law Imposing Life Sentences for Crypto Scammers

The Law on Anti-Technology Fraud is designed to be strict like a fishing net to ensure online scams no longer operate within the kingdom.
Cryptocurrency
fromThe Hacker News
2 days ago

$285 Million Drift Hack Traced to Six-Month DPRK Social Engineering Operation

The basis for this connection is both on-chain (fund flows used to stage and test this operation trace back to the Radiant attackers) and operational (personas deployed across this campaign have identifiable overlaps with known DPRK-linked activity).
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Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
3 days ago

President Trump's 'Stone Age' Statement, Dormant Bitcoin Whales Waking up, and More Week in Review

Crypto markets are evolving with institutional shifts, including BlackRock's bitcoin ETF and Coinbase's OCC approval, while long-dormant wallets reactivate.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
3 days ago

Ethereum Foundation Reaches 70,000 ETH Staking Target With $93 Million April Deposit

The Ethereum Foundation staked 45,034 ETH, nearing its 70,000 ETH target to generate annual yields without selling assets.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
3 days ago

Human Error, Not Hacking, Cited as Top Cause for Crypto Access Loss

Human error is the leading cause of cryptocurrency access loss, affecting 35% of holders, primarily due to forgotten passwords and lost seed phrases.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
3 days ago

Dollar-Pegged Crypto Market Crosses $317B Threshold With $1.24B in Weekly Inflows

Sky's USDS led stablecoin inflows with a 9.57% rise, adding over $779 million, while Tether maintains 58.04% market dominance.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
3 days ago

USDC Freeze Controversy: ZachXBT Says Circle Froze 16 Legitimate Wallets, Missed Real Hacks

ZachXBT identified 15 cases of over $420M in illicit USDC flows that Circle failed to freeze promptly since 2022.
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