The Blockchain Group, a France-based blockchain solutions firm, recently announced its largest Bitcoin (BTC) purchase to date, acquiring 580 BTC. This marks the company’s third BTC acquisition since it began buying the digital asset in November 2024. The Blockchain Group Buys 580 Bitcoin In its most significant BTC acquisition so far, The Blockchai
Crypto.com probe by the SEC has officially closed, says CEO
The US Securities and Exchange Commission has officially closed its investigation into Crypto.com, with no action taken against the crypto exchange, according to the firm’s CEO, Kris Marszalek. ”They used every tool available to attempt to stifle us, restricting access to banking, auditors, investors, and beyond. It was a calculated attempt to put
BlackRock Bitcoin ETP: Unlocking EU Adoption Potential with Low Inflow Expectations
BlackRock, the world’s largest asset manager, is exploring options to invest in Bitcoin through a European Bitcoin ETP (Exchange-Traded Product). This move comes amidst a growing interest in Bitcoin adoption in Europe, with significant inflows from institutional investors. BlackRock’s potential involvement in a Bitcoin ETP could signal a shift in t
Are the Bulls Still in Control? Bitcoin Faces Pressure After Massive Long Position Wipeout
Bitcoin continues to show signs of price consolidation, with its value hovering just below the $87,000 mark. As of today, BTC is trading at approximately $86,990, reflecting a 0.8% decline over the past 24 hours. Despite the slight dip, the broader picture shows that Bitcoin has stabilized above $85,000 for several consecutive sessions, signaling a
US Department of Justice Seizes Hamas Cryptocurrency Meant for Financing Terrorism
The US Department of Justice has confiscated $201,000 of cryptocurrency linked to Hamas terrorist financing. This seizure marks a significant milestone in the government’s efforts to crack down on illicit activities using digital assets. The funds were believed to be used to support terrorist activities and were traced back to a known Hamas-affilia
US DOJ says it seized Hamas crypto meant to finance terrorism
The US Justice Department (DOJ) seized more than $200,000 in cryptocurrency intended to benefit the militant group Hamas it said in a statement on March 27. The cryptocurrency with a total value of $201,400 was traced to fundraising addresses allegedly controlled by Hamas and used to launder more than $1.5 million in digital assets since […]
Revolutionizing Crypto: Sandeep Nailwal on Leaving the ‘AOL Era’ Behind
Sandeep Nailwal on the Evolution of Cryptocurrency Beyond the AOL Era Cryptocurrency has come a long way since the AOL era, and Sandeep Nailwal, co-founder of Polygon, sheds light on the evolution of this digital asset. In an interview, Nailwal discussed the rapid growth of the crypto industry and the challenges that lie ahead in […]
Bitcoin Whales Stop Selling – 290K BTC Offload Signals Rising Accumulation
Bitcoin is trading steadily above the $85,000 mark, but upward momentum remains limited as the $88,000 to $91,000 liquidity zone acts as a major resistance. This range, which previously supported price action, has now flipped into a critical barrier that bulls have yet to reclaim. Until a decisive breakout occurs, Bitcoin is likely to remain [&hell
Getting crypto out of the ‘AOL era’ — Sandeep Nailwal
The current state of crypto is akin to the internet’s “America Online” (AOL) era during the late 1990s, when the user experience was clunky, technical, featured limited use cases, and moved at dial-up speeds, according to Polygon co-founder Sandeep Nailwal. In an interview with Cointelegraph, Nailwal identified several key areas o
Sei Foundation Considers 23andMe Acquisition and Blockchain-secured Genetic Data
The SEI Foundation is exploring the potential of blockchain technology in enhancing the security and privacy of genetic data, particularly through a partnership with 23andMe. By utilizing blockchain, the foundation aims to create a secure and decentralized platform for users to store and manage their genetic information. This collaboration between