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Intel exchanges have arrived — and with them, a dilemma for compliance.This summer, a $670 bounty was placed on information identifying Elon Musk’s personal crypto wallet. The reward is offered through Arkham’s Intel Exchange launched in July, which critics have

Circle (CRYPTO: USDC), the issuer of USDC, plans to venture out on Cosmos through its cross-chain transfer protocol system. This is expected to make transfers seamless and benefit USDC's market cap. Find out more on stablecoins. Meet and engage with ...

When billionaire Elon Musk changed the name of Twitter to X, the decision drew mixed reactions from investors and users. The rebranding is also the subject of a new lawsuit. What Happened: The name X Corp carries on the tradition of a name and symbol ...

Decentralized finance (DeFi) has been nothing short of a miracle. For the first time ever, anyone with a simple internet connection can build wealth digitally. People in all parts of the world, regardless of their financial status or location, are bettering their lives through De

The yields on U.S. Treasury bonds appear to be undergoing weeks of uncontrollable ascent, causing ripple effects in financial markets. The 10-year Treasury yield, a crucial barometer for monitoring the cost of money in global markets, surged above ...

Sam Bankman-Fried faces his trial today amidst a whirlwind of charges. The disgraced founder of FTX (CRYPTO: FTT), once one of the world's leading cryptocurrency exchanges, has been under scrutiny for alleged financial misconduct. Bankman-Fried's ...

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"So, you're looking at the ending of the Wild West period of crypto. Is that kind of what we're talking about?" This question, posed by Kevin O'Leary during a recent discussion at Benzinga's Crypto Unlocked event, set the stage for a candid ...

Benzinga Microsoft's Nadella Criticizes Google's Exclusive Content Deals Amid Antitrust Case In a significant development, Microsoft Corp's (NASDAQ: MSFT) CEO, Satya Nadella, has voiced concerns over the competitive landscape of content acquisition ...

Tech firms based in Taiwan are aiding Huawei Technologies Co. in their clandestine endeavors to develop chip manufacturing plants in southern China, potentially stirring up diplomatic tensions. What Happened: A probe conducted by Bloomberg has ...

There's been a lot of hacks or other types of theft in the crypto industry recently, which seems likely to continue harming the industry’s reputation (not to mention all the victims losing their money). You’re reading State of Crypto, a CoinDesk newsletter looking at

A Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) ETF is looking very likely, with the world's leading crypto asset manager, Grayscale, as a possible front-runner to be approved by the SEC. In the meantime, Grayscale is lengthening its lead by applying to convert the Grayscale ...

Donald Trump’s niece Mary Trump weighed in on media coverage of the 2024 election that is reshaping the context in which her uncle is running for the Republican nomination. Biden’s Age: The only reason the media is harping on President Joe Biden’s age ...

Early indications suggest another day of lackluster trading after two months of subdued market activity. Index futures point to a modestly higher opening on Tuesday, while 10-year Treasury yields have surged to over 4.70%, adding to uncertainty about ...

Pseudonymous crypto analyst, Capo of Crypto, on Monday expressed bearish sentiment, suggesting that the surge in Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) price may have been short-lived.  What Happened: Capo observed, “the fake pump seems almost over” as BTC quickly ...

We may not know for weeks whether Sam Bankman-Fried will take the stand at his own trial. He may want the chance to explain himself to the jury, but his lawyers are surely wary of the withering cross-examination such a tactic would invite. No matter: the unconventional former cry

Nvidia Corp. (NASDAQ:NVDA) has been on a remarkable rally, surging over 200% year-to-date. Analyst John Vinh from KeyBanc Capital Markets believes there’s still room for more growth in the coming year. Price Target Boost: Vinh, maintaining an ...

The advent of blockchain technology and digital assets offers an opportunity for the global economy not seen since the dawn of the internet. These innovations open doors for the unbanked, providing a pathway for success to those who are shut out of traditional financial systems.D

You might be surprised to hear just how many people in crypto cite Michael Lewis, the former Wall St. bond slinger turned biggest living finance writer, as their favorite author. Many in the industry still wholeheartedly believe that crypto is something of a reformation event for

FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried goes on trial this week after the crypto exchange's collapse and alleged theft of billions.Key witnesses include former colleagues and friends, notably Caroline Ellison and Gary Wang, who had deep ties to FTX and Alameda Research. Ellison, once roman