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#cybersecurity

LastPass breach comes back to haunt users as hackers steal $12 million in two days

The LastPass data breach continues to impact users, leading to significant cryptocurrency thefts two years later.

North Korea-linked hackers accounted for 61% of all crypto stolen in 2024 | TechCrunch

North Korean hackers significantly contribute to the rise in cryptocurrency theft, reflecting an organized, state-sponsored cybercrime effort. They target crypto to evade sanctions.

LastPass breach comes back to haunt users as hackers steal $12 million in two days

The LastPass data breach continues to impact users, leading to significant cryptocurrency thefts two years later.

North Korea-linked hackers accounted for 61% of all crypto stolen in 2024 | TechCrunch

North Korean hackers significantly contribute to the rise in cryptocurrency theft, reflecting an organized, state-sponsored cybercrime effort. They target crypto to evade sanctions.
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#coindesk-20

Polkadot and Cosmos Gain in a Rocky Week for Crypto: CoinDesk Indices Market Update

The CoinDesk 20 includes assets gaining like Polkadot and Cosmos and falling like NEAR, DOGE, and BCH. CD20's monthly decline contrasts with its high one-year return.

CoinDesk 20 Performance Update: UNI Surges 7.9% as Index Rises

The CoinDesk 20 Index is up 1.2% this week, reflecting a mixed performance among its assets.

CoinDesk 20 Performance Update: HBAR Falls 11.4%, Leading Index Lower From Tuesday

The CoinDesk 20 Index declined by 1.9%, indicating mixed performance among cryptocurrencies.

Polkadot and Cosmos Gain in a Rocky Week for Crypto: CoinDesk Indices Market Update

The CoinDesk 20 includes assets gaining like Polkadot and Cosmos and falling like NEAR, DOGE, and BCH. CD20's monthly decline contrasts with its high one-year return.

CoinDesk 20 Performance Update: UNI Surges 7.9% as Index Rises

The CoinDesk 20 Index is up 1.2% this week, reflecting a mixed performance among its assets.

CoinDesk 20 Performance Update: HBAR Falls 11.4%, Leading Index Lower From Tuesday

The CoinDesk 20 Index declined by 1.9%, indicating mixed performance among cryptocurrencies.
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#acquisition

Bitwise Acquires ETC Group, Europe's Largest Physical Bitcoin ETP Issuer

Bitwise Asset Management's acquisition of ETC Group expands its global reach and adds over $1 billion in assets under management.

Bitwise Acquires London-Based ETP Provider ETC Group to Enter Europe

Bitwise acquired ETC Group to expand its presence in Europe, adding $1 billion in assets and enhancing its exchange-traded products portfolio.

Archax to Buy Spanish Broker King & Shaxson Capital Markets to Expand in Europe

Archax is acquiring King & Shaxson Capital Markets to expand its trading and custody services in the EU under new MiCA regulations.

Bitwise Acquires ETC Group, Europe's Largest Physical Bitcoin ETP Issuer

Bitwise Asset Management's acquisition of ETC Group expands its global reach and adds over $1 billion in assets under management.

Bitwise Acquires London-Based ETP Provider ETC Group to Enter Europe

Bitwise acquired ETC Group to expand its presence in Europe, adding $1 billion in assets and enhancing its exchange-traded products portfolio.

Archax to Buy Spanish Broker King & Shaxson Capital Markets to Expand in Europe

Archax is acquiring King & Shaxson Capital Markets to expand its trading and custody services in the EU under new MiCA regulations.
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#ethereum

There Can (Probably) Be Only One Bitcoin

Capital inflow into digital assets will increase with better regulations.
Ethereum likely to dominate as a technology platform for digital assets.

The New Blockchain Trilemma Is Here, and It's Not About Technology

The new blockchain trilemma focuses on the trade-offs between products, customers, and regulatory approval with companies often having to prioritize two.

ETH predicted to reach almost $4,900 by the end of 2024

Ether is predicted to end 2024 just shy of its all-time high.
The average prediction for ETH's peak in 2024 is $5,300.

There Can (Probably) Be Only One Bitcoin

Capital inflow into digital assets will increase with better regulations.
Ethereum likely to dominate as a technology platform for digital assets.

The New Blockchain Trilemma Is Here, and It's Not About Technology

The new blockchain trilemma focuses on the trade-offs between products, customers, and regulatory approval with companies often having to prioritize two.

ETH predicted to reach almost $4,900 by the end of 2024

Ether is predicted to end 2024 just shy of its all-time high.
The average prediction for ETH's peak in 2024 is $5,300.
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Native USDC Officially Launches on Sui | HackerNoon

Sui Network integration of native USDC enhances liquidity, security, and user experience by eliminating the need for external bridges. Simple access to stablecoin reduces risks.
#sec

SEC Might Challenge FTX Bankruptcy Estate From Paying Back Customers With Stablecoins

The SEC is challenging the FTX bankruptcy plan, questioning the legality of using crypto assets for creditor distributions.

EToro Reaches $1.5M SEC Settlement, Agrees to Stop Trading Most Cryptocurrencies

eToro will limit trading to select crypto assets after settling SEC charges.

The Galois Capital Settlement Signals a New Era for Digital Asset Custody

The SEC settlement with Galois Capital signals tighter regulations on digital asset custody and emphasizes the necessity for RIAs to comply with custody standards.

'We Did Not Approve or Endorse Bitcoin': Gary Gensler's Begrudging ETF Statement

The U.S. SEC has approved about a dozen spot bitcoin ETF proposals following a court loss in rejecting Grayscale's application.
SEC Chair Gary Gensler emphasized that the approvals do not indicate a willingness to approve listing standards for crypto asset securities or a change in the SEC's views on the status of other crypto assets.

Crypto Giant Consensys Violated Securities Laws, SEC Claims | HackerNoon

Consensys allegedly violated federal securities laws by not registering as a broker, offering and selling certain securities, and operating as an unregistered broker of crypto asset securities through its MetaMask services.

SEC Might Challenge FTX Bankruptcy Estate From Paying Back Customers With Stablecoins

The SEC is challenging the FTX bankruptcy plan, questioning the legality of using crypto assets for creditor distributions.

EToro Reaches $1.5M SEC Settlement, Agrees to Stop Trading Most Cryptocurrencies

eToro will limit trading to select crypto assets after settling SEC charges.

The Galois Capital Settlement Signals a New Era for Digital Asset Custody

The SEC settlement with Galois Capital signals tighter regulations on digital asset custody and emphasizes the necessity for RIAs to comply with custody standards.

'We Did Not Approve or Endorse Bitcoin': Gary Gensler's Begrudging ETF Statement

The U.S. SEC has approved about a dozen spot bitcoin ETF proposals following a court loss in rejecting Grayscale's application.
SEC Chair Gary Gensler emphasized that the approvals do not indicate a willingness to approve listing standards for crypto asset securities or a change in the SEC's views on the status of other crypto assets.

Crypto Giant Consensys Violated Securities Laws, SEC Claims | HackerNoon

Consensys allegedly violated federal securities laws by not registering as a broker, offering and selling certain securities, and operating as an unregistered broker of crypto asset securities through its MetaMask services.
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#european-union

What Is MiCA And What Does It Mean for Crypto Users in Europe?

The European Union has implemented the world's first comprehensive legal framework for crypto-assets, called MiCA Regulations.
MiCA Regulations aim to make the crypto industry in the Eurozone transparent and secure for investors.

France Opens for MiCA Applications, First Among Biggest EU Economies

French regulator accepting CASP license applications from July 1, aligning with MiCA rules implementation by December.

What Is MiCA And What Does It Mean for Crypto Users in Europe?

The European Union has implemented the world's first comprehensive legal framework for crypto-assets, called MiCA Regulations.
MiCA Regulations aim to make the crypto industry in the Eurozone transparent and secure for investors.

France Opens for MiCA Applications, First Among Biggest EU Economies

French regulator accepting CASP license applications from July 1, aligning with MiCA rules implementation by December.
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5 months ago

Coinbase Asset Management Plans Tokenized Money-Market Fund, a Hot Area After BlackRock's BUIDL Success: Sources

Coinbase Asset Management is venturing into tokenized money-market funds, tapping into the growing trend of tokenizing real-world assets in the crypto space.

Bitcoin Dips Below $64K as U.S. Equity Selloff Stalls Crypto Rebound

Cryptocurrencies, including BTC, experienced a sharp decline during U.S. trading due to a broader equity market sell-off.

Australia pursues crypto buyers' info in tax probe

Australian Taxation Office is targeting tax evading users on crypto exchanges by seeking transaction data to ensure compliance.

EU Parliament Adopts AML Laws Regulating Bitcoin Based On Questionable Assumptions

The European Parliament adopted new AML regulations impacting crypto asset service providers, including increased reporting, customer due diligence, and restrictions on privacy assets.
#market-performance

Do Bitcoin ETFs Kill the Bull Case for Crypto Equities?

The launch of Bitcoin ETFs has been successful, with nearly $4 billion in assets gathered in the first six days.
Bitcoin and companies tied to the industry experienced a sell-off following the ETF launch, but this period of weakness is expected to be short-lived.

Aptos Soars 16%, Leading CoinDesk 20 as Broader Market Declines: CoinDesk Indices Market Update

Aptos (APT) stood out with a 16% gain in the CoinDesk 20 Index.
Bitcoin (BTC) dropped 5.1% in a negative week for the CoinDesk 20.

NEAR and SHIB Led CoinDesk 20 Gainers Last Week: CoinDesk Indices Market Update

The majority of assets in the CoinDesk Index closed higher, with Near Protocol showing significant gains and Aptos underperforming.

Do Bitcoin ETFs Kill the Bull Case for Crypto Equities?

The launch of Bitcoin ETFs has been successful, with nearly $4 billion in assets gathered in the first six days.
Bitcoin and companies tied to the industry experienced a sell-off following the ETF launch, but this period of weakness is expected to be short-lived.

Aptos Soars 16%, Leading CoinDesk 20 as Broader Market Declines: CoinDesk Indices Market Update

Aptos (APT) stood out with a 16% gain in the CoinDesk 20 Index.
Bitcoin (BTC) dropped 5.1% in a negative week for the CoinDesk 20.

NEAR and SHIB Led CoinDesk 20 Gainers Last Week: CoinDesk Indices Market Update

The majority of assets in the CoinDesk Index closed higher, with Near Protocol showing significant gains and Aptos underperforming.
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#etfs

Bitcoin ETFs Are Driving a Spot Multiplier Effect, Canaccord Says

ETFs are driving demand for underlying crypto assets.

Spot Bitcoin, Ether ETFs Get Official Approval in Hong Kong; 'Potential Fee War' Unfolding, Says Analyst

Hong Kong approved first batch of crypto-related spot ETFs by Harvest Global Investments, China Asset Management, and Bosera Asset Management & HashKey Capital with lower management fees.

Bitcoin ETFs Are Driving a Spot Multiplier Effect, Canaccord Says

ETFs are driving demand for underlying crypto assets.

Spot Bitcoin, Ether ETFs Get Official Approval in Hong Kong; 'Potential Fee War' Unfolding, Says Analyst

Hong Kong approved first batch of crypto-related spot ETFs by Harvest Global Investments, China Asset Management, and Bosera Asset Management & HashKey Capital with lower management fees.
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Crypto Exchange Figure Markets Has a Plan to Democratize Finance

Combining alternative trading system with cross-collateralization of assets for Figure Markets.
Figure Technologies leveraging $100 million from its balance sheet to drive borrowing and lending.

DeFi Protocol Cega's New Options Product Marries Gold, Ether to Offer Up to 83% Yield

Decentralized derivatives protocol introduced Gold Rush, a high-yield structured product involving XAUT and ETH with safety components.
Structured products in DeFi provide decent returns, market exposure, and loss protection, previously limited to traditional markets.
#regulation

UK Regulator FCA Plans to Deliver a Market Abuse Regime for Crypto This Year

The FCA plans to implement a market abuse regime for crypto assets on U.K. exchanges.
The proposed regime would apply to anyone engaging in market abuse on these assets, regardless of their location.

Is Crypto Cleaning Up Its Act?

Maturing crypto-assets markets due to regulation and innovation
SEC approval of Bitcoin ETFs making investment more accessible

UK Regulator FCA Plans to Deliver a Market Abuse Regime for Crypto This Year

The FCA plans to implement a market abuse regime for crypto assets on U.K. exchanges.
The proposed regime would apply to anyone engaging in market abuse on these assets, regardless of their location.

Is Crypto Cleaning Up Its Act?

Maturing crypto-assets markets due to regulation and innovation
SEC approval of Bitcoin ETFs making investment more accessible
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EU Markets Watchdog Steps Closer to Finalizing Rules Under MiCA

ESMA published final reports on measures under MiCA regulation, seeking public comments on proposed rules for market abuse detection.
MiCA aims to regulate crypto issuers and service providers within the EU, providing a single license to operate across member states.
#bitcoin

First Mover Americas: Crypto Assets Rally With BTC Returning to $66K

Crypto assets rallied in European morning, Bitcoin and ether up; VanEck Bitcoin ETF started trading on ASX; AI technology tokens surged up to 35%.

Bitcoin Back Above $67K as Memecoins Push up SOL and AVAX

Bitcoin rebounded above $67K amid pre-FOMC volatility and investor confidence in buying the dip.
Memecoins surge, driving the sector's market cap over $55 billion.

First Mover Americas: Crypto Assets Rally With BTC Returning to $66K

Crypto assets rallied in European morning, Bitcoin and ether up; VanEck Bitcoin ETF started trading on ASX; AI technology tokens surged up to 35%.

Bitcoin Back Above $67K as Memecoins Push up SOL and AVAX

Bitcoin rebounded above $67K amid pre-FOMC volatility and investor confidence in buying the dip.
Memecoins surge, driving the sector's market cap over $55 billion.
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#anti-money-laundering

NFT Providers May Need Registration to Comply With UK Money Laundering Rules

NFT providers in the UK may need to register with the Financial Conduct Authority for anti-money laundering purposes.
NFTs are likely to be outside the financial services regulation but may fall under anti-money laundering regulations.

Turkey Will Conclude Technical Studies for Crypto Legislation Soon: Finance Minister

Turkey is in the final stage of completing technical studies for forming crypto regulation.
The main goal of the regulation is to increase trust in the crypto asset area and eliminate potential risks.

NFT Providers May Need Registration to Comply With UK Money Laundering Rules

NFT providers in the UK may need to register with the Financial Conduct Authority for anti-money laundering purposes.
NFTs are likely to be outside the financial services regulation but may fall under anti-money laundering regulations.

Turkey Will Conclude Technical Studies for Crypto Legislation Soon: Finance Minister

Turkey is in the final stage of completing technical studies for forming crypto regulation.
The main goal of the regulation is to increase trust in the crypto asset area and eliminate potential risks.
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UK's FCA Opens the Door for Institutional Investors to Build Crypto-Backed ETN Market

The FCA is open to crypto asset-backed ETNs for professional investors, not retail.
London Stock Exchange to accept bitcoin and ether ETN applications in Q2 2024.

Japan Moves Closer to Allowing Venture Capital Firms to Hold Crypto Assets

Japan's government approved bill allowing VC firms to hold crypto assets
The bill could boost investment in Web3 startups
#Bitcoin

Why Are Pros Craving a Spot Bitcoin ETF?

The market assigns a high probability of around 90% for the approval of a spot bitcoin ETF by the Securities and Exchange Commission.
Spot-based bitcoin ETFs have advantages over futures-based ETFs, including avoiding high roll costs and allowing for the full performance benefits of holding bitcoin.

Crypto for Advisors: Is Bitcoin for You?

Bitcoin is a high-risk, high-return potential asset with a low correlation to stocks, making it a suitable addition to many investors' portfolios.
Building a diversified portfolio with compelling returns has become more challenging, as traditional assets like stocks and bonds struggle to produce comparable returns.
Crypto markets offer high-risk, high-return potential assets that can be useful for risk-tolerant investors looking to construct an optimal portfolio.

Why Are Pros Craving a Spot Bitcoin ETF?

The market assigns a high probability of around 90% for the approval of a spot bitcoin ETF by the Securities and Exchange Commission.
Spot-based bitcoin ETFs have advantages over futures-based ETFs, including avoiding high roll costs and allowing for the full performance benefits of holding bitcoin.

Crypto for Advisors: Is Bitcoin for You?

Bitcoin is a high-risk, high-return potential asset with a low correlation to stocks, making it a suitable addition to many investors' portfolios.
Building a diversified portfolio with compelling returns has become more challenging, as traditional assets like stocks and bonds struggle to produce comparable returns.
Crypto markets offer high-risk, high-return potential assets that can be useful for risk-tolerant investors looking to construct an optimal portfolio.
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Crypto for Advisors: Is Crypto Too Volatile?

Crypto assets exhibit higher volatility compared to traditional asset classes like equities and bonds, making them challenging for traditional financial investors.
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