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The President of Colombia became a Bitcoin holder

Colombian President Gustavo Petro recently made headlines by joining the ranks of Bitcoin holders, acquiring 100,000 satoshi, equivalent to 0.001 BTC or approximately $39.4. This significant move was unveiled by Samson Moe, former director of strategic development at Blockstream and CEO of JAN3. Petro expressed his intentions to establish multiple working groups within public administration and local communities, along with associated worker cooperatives, aiming to bolster them with the aid o...

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Nov 6
The creators of the fake Ledger Live stole $768,000 worth of cryptocurrencies
A fraudulent version of the Ledger Live app, available for download from the Microsoft Store, has led to users losing $768,000 in various cryptocurrencies. The malicious application, which disguised itself as a legitimate interface for Ledger hardware wallets, was available for download from October 19, 2023. The scammer behind this operation received a total of 38 transactions, amounting to 16.8 BTC (approximately $588,000). The largest single transfer was $81,200, and the stolen funds have ...
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Sep 25
Unknown persons withdrew $7.9 million from the hot wallet of the HTX exchange
In a clandestine act of digital heist shrouded in cryptographic intrigue, a staggering $7.9 million, denominated in the form of 5,000 ETH, was surreptitiously siphoned from the scorching digital vault of none other than the once-revered HTX exchange, formerly known as the venerable Huobi. The sinister overture unfolded on the ominous date of September 24, when shadowy entities, masked in the dark folds of cyberspace, descended upon the sacred sanctum of HTX's hot wallet with nefarious in...
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Sep 4
Changpeng Zhao called FUD a chance to showcase the virtues of Binance
Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao (CZ) has expressed confidence in the reliability of his cryptocurrency exchange, despite the increased regulatory scrutiny it has faced. CZ stated during an AMA session that Binance continues to maintain a significant user base and market share. He also emphasized that negative news and FUD (Fear, Uncertainty, Doubt) have provided Binance with opportunities to showcase its strengths. CZ believes that Binance is now a stronger company than it was two years ago and is...
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Aug 16
De.Fi releases virus scanner on zkSync Era network
De.Fi, a crypto asset management product, has recently unveiled an innovative anti-virus tool for the zkSync Era mainnet. This development comes as a response to the growing need for heightened security within the cryptocurrency industry. With the goal of safeguarding crypto holders from various vulnerabilities, such as phishing attempts and smart contract weaknesses, the tool is expected to provide a significant boost in protection. The scanner is designed to actively identify and neutralize...
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Jul 24
“Sleeping” address for 11 years moved bitcoins by $31 million
In a surprising turn of events, a "sleeping" Bitcoin address that had been dormant for over 11 years suddenly came to life and moved all of its 1,037 BTC, which is currently valued at approximately $31 million. The movement of the funds from this long-inactive address has caught the attention of the crypto community, as it is not uncommon for dormant wallets to remain untouched for extended periods of time. The sudden activity raises questions about the motivation behind the movement and the ...
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Jul 10
Cross-chain swap volume on Symbiosis exceeds $500 million
The cross-chain swap volume on the Symbiosis platform has reached an impressive milestone, surpassing $500 million. This achievement highlights the growing popularity and adoption of cross-chain swaps within the cryptocurrency ecosystem. Symbiosis, a decentralized exchange (DEX) and interoperability protocol, allows users to seamlessly swap tokens across different blockchain networks. By leveraging the power of interoperability, Symbiosis enables users to access a wide range of digital assets...
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Jun 27
The Chibi Finance team in the Arbitrum network held a rug pull for $1 million
The Arbitrum network has recently been rocked by an unfortunate incident involving the Chibi Finance team, as they executed a rug pull that resulted in a significant loss of funds. According to reports, the team conducted this deceitful act, siphoning off a staggering $1 million from unsuspecting participants. A rug pull refers to a malicious practice in the cryptocurrency space where developers or project teams abruptly abandon a project, taking with them the funds invested by users. This un...
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Jun 12
CoinEx will credit new users with $5 vouchers
In a generous gesture to welcome and reward new users, cryptocurrency exchange CoinEx has announced its latest initiative: the crediting of $5 vouchers to newly registered individuals. This exciting promotion aims to provide an enticing incentive for cryptocurrency enthusiasts and newcomers to experience the benefits of trading on the CoinEx platform. By offering these vouchers, CoinEx is not only expressing its appreciation for the growing user base but also encouraging individuals to explor...
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Jun 1
Cumberland to Stop Trading Cryptocurrency Filecoin
In a surprising turn of events, Cumberland, a prominent cryptocurrency trading firm, has announced its decision to cease trading the digital asset Filecoin. This decision marks a significant shift in Cumberland's trading strategy and has captured the attention of the cryptocurrency community. Filecoin, a decentralized storage network designed to facilitate the storage and retrieval of data, has garnered attention and investment since its inception. However, Cumberland's decision to ...
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Apr 21
In Australia, the number of cryptomats is growing and there are already more of them than in all of Asia
The cryptocurrency industry has witnessed an extraordinary surge in recent years, with a surge of investors flocking to digital assets. Australia, a land of paradoxes, appears to reflect this growth in the form of an expanding number of cryptocurrency ATMs, popularly referred to as "cryptomats," throughout the country. In fact, the country boasts more cryptomats than all of Asia, indicating a strong inclination toward the crypto market. Cryptomats offer users an easy, hassle-free, and accessi...
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Feb 8
BITCOIN: principles of operation of the first blockchain and differences from the rest
Bitcoin is the first decentralized cryptocurrency that uses blockchain technology to securely and transparently record transactions. It operates based on several key principles: Decentralization: Bitcoin operates on a decentralized network, meaning that there is no central authority controlling the currency. Transactions are recorded on a public ledger, known as the blockchain, that is maintained by a network of nodes. Transparency: The blockchain provides a public, transparent record of all ...