Category: Peer to Peer

North Korea has emerged as the third-largest government holder of Bitcoin, amassing approximately 13,562 BTC, currently valued at around $1.12 billion. This significant accumulation is primarily attributed to the state-sponsored hacking collective known as the Lazarus Group, which orchestrated a series of high-profile cryptocurrency thefts, including the unprecedented $1.5 billion hack of the Dubai-based exchange, Bybit, in February 2025.

The Federal Bureau of Investigation has officially attributed the

Abu Dhabi-based investment firm MGX has made a landmark $2 billion investment in Binance, the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange. This transaction represents Binance's first institutional investment and is one of the most significant in the cryptocurrency industry's history.

The investment was executed using stablecoins, a category of cryptocurrencies designed to maintain a stable value by pegging to traditional fiat currencies. While the specific stablecoin utilized in this transaction was

Pavel Durov, the founder of the messaging platform Telegram, has left France for Dubai after receiving permission from a French court. This development follows legal proceedings in which Durov faced charges related to the alleged misuse of his platform for criminal activities.

In August 2024, Durov was detained at a Paris airport and subsequently charged with facilitating the dissemination of child pornography, illegal drug transactions, and hacking tools through

Goldman Sachs, the world's second-largest investment bank, has, for the first time, acknowledged the significance of cryptocurrencies in its annual shareholder letter. This marks a notable shift in the bank's stance towards digital assets, highlighting their increasing influence in the financial industry.

The letter emphasizes that the rise of electronic trading, coupled with advancements in technologies such as distributed ledger technology , cryptocurrencies, and artificial intelligence , has intensified

Bitso, a leading cryptocurrency exchange in Latin America, has added Toncoin to its trading platform, reflecting its commitment to broadening digital asset offerings. Users can now trade TON through the Bitso app, enhancing their access to The Open Network's ecosystem.

To begin trading Toncoin on Bitso, users should:

1. Create a Bitso Account: Register and complete the verification process.
2. Fund the Wallet: Deposit local currency or other cryptocurrencies into

Earlier this month, President Donald Trump signed an executive order establishing a government-held Bitcoin reserve, marking a significant shift in the administration's approach to digital currencies. The reserve is primarily composed of

A U.S. court has approved Three Arrows Capital's request to raise its claim against FTX to $1.53 billion. This decision allows the embattled hedge fund to pursue a larger share in the bankruptcy proceedings of the collapsed cryptocurrency exchange, FTX. The court's approval comes after 3AC, which held significant assets in FTX, revised its initial claim to reflect a more substantial financial stake.

As of June 12, 2022,

Members of President Donald Trump’s family have entered talks regarding a potential investment in Binance’s U.S. arm, a move that has drawn significant attention given the rising influence of cryptocurrency exchanges in global finance. The discussions revolve around securing a financial stake in Binance.US, which has been expanding its reach within the U.S. despite ongoing regulatory hurdles.

Sources indicate that the Trump family, including figures close to the former

Cryptocurrency exchange OKX Europe has acquired a Malta-based firm holding a Markets in Financial Instruments Directive II license, positioning itself to offer regulated derivatives products to institutional clients throughout the European Economic Area . The acquisition, announced during an exclusive event at Manoel Island, Malta, marks a significant advancement in OKX's European expansion strategy.

The newly acquired entity is expected to commence operations later this year, pending approval

Nasdaq-listed video-sharing platform Rumble has made a significant move into the cryptocurrency market by acquiring 188 Bitcoin for $17.1 million. This purchase aligns with the company's strategic plan to diversify its treasury holdings and embrace digital assets.

The acquisition was executed at an average price of $91,000 per Bitcoin, reflecting Rumble's commitment to integrating cryptocurrency into its financial strategy. This initiative is part of a broader plan to

The European Union has announced plans to impose tariffs on $28 billion worth of U.S. goods starting April 1, 2025, in direct response to the United States' recent implementation of a 25% tariff on steel and aluminium imports. This move marks a significant escalation in trade tensions between the two economic powerhouses.

The U.S. tariffs, championed by President Donald Trump, took effect on March 12, 2025, targeting steel

North Korea's state-sponsored hacking collective, the Lazarus Group, has launched a sophisticated campaign targeting software developers through the npm ecosystem. By introducing six malicious packages, the group aims to infiltrate development environments, steal sensitive credentials, exfiltrate cryptocurrency data, and establish persistent backdoors on compromised systems.

The identified packages—'is-buffer-validator', 'yoojae-validator', 'event-handle-package', 'array-empty-validator', 'react-event-dependency', and 'auth-validator'—employ typosquatting techniques, mimicking legitimate and widely-used libraries to deceive developers into installing them. Collectively,

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has postponed decisions on a series of high-profile cryptocurrency exchange-traded funds , signalling an ongoing cautious approach to integrating digital assets into mainstream financial markets. Among the delayed applications are several ETFs linked to major cryptocurrencies, such as Dogecoin, XRP, Solana, and Litecoin.

The Grayscale Dogecoin ETF, along with the Grayscale XRP ETF, are part of a broader set of applications put

The $1.5 billion theft from Dubai-based cryptocurrency exchange Bybit has prompted the European Union to initiate an investigation into OKX, another prominent crypto platform, to assess compliance with the Markets in Crypto-Assets regulation. The probe seeks to determine whether OKX's operations fall under MiCA's jurisdiction and, if so, what enforcement actions may be warranted.

On February 21, 2025, Bybit suffered a cyberattack resulting in the loss of approximately

Coinbase Global Inc., a leading U.S.-based cryptocurrency exchange, has officially registered with India's Financial Intelligence Unit , enabling the company to offer crypto trading services within the country. This strategic move marks Coinbase's re-entry into the Indian market after it suspended operations in 2022 due to regulatory challenges.

The company plans to launch its initial retail services later this year, followed by the introduction of additional investment products. John

The Cayman Islands is set to implement stringent licensing regulations for cryptocurrency custody and trading firms, effective from April 1, 2025. This move signifies a pivotal shift in the territory's approach to digital asset oversight, aiming to bolster investor protection and align with international financial standards.

Under the updated Virtual Asset Regulations 2025, all entities offering virtual asset custody and trading platform services within or from the

Ozak AI's presale has experienced a remarkable 67% surge, attracting investors with its AI-driven predictive analytics and decentralized applications. The platform integrates artificial intelligence with blockchain technology, offering optimized trading strategies and real-time data analysis. This innovative approach has positioned Ozak AI as a potential game-changer in the cryptocurrency market.

Currently priced at $0.003 per token, Ozak AI presents an accessible entry point for

The European Central Bank has announced plans to introduce a digital euro by October 2025, contingent upon the completion of necessary legislative processes. ECB President Christine Lagarde emphasized the significance of this timeline, underscoring the institution's commitment to modernizing Europe's financial landscape.

The digital euro initiative aims to provide a secure, efficient, and accessible digital currency for the eurozone, complementing traditional cash. This move is part of a

Spain’s second-largest bank, Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria , has officially received regulatory approval to offer Bitcoin and Ethereum trading services. This approval comes as the European Union’s Markets in Crypto-Assets regulation fully takes effect, marking a significant step forward for both the banking sector and cryptocurrency adoption within the region.

The move represents a landmark shift for BBVA, as it expands its portfolio of services to

XRP, the cryptocurrency associated with Ripple Labs, has experienced notable price movements and whale activities in the past week, raising questions about its potential trajectory toward the $3.87 mark.

On Wednesday, XRP's price saw a 1.8% increase, reaching $2.52, though it remains approximately 35% below its all-time high of $3.40. This uptick followed remarks by President Trump, who mentioned XRP as a potential component in a strategic cryptocurrency reserve.

Blockchain analytics firm Arkham Intelligence has introduced a new tagging system designed to track cryptocurrency transactions of prominent figures in the digital asset space. This feature, termed the "Key Opinion Leader" tag, enables users to monitor the wallet activities of influencers boasting over 100,000 followers on the platform X .

As of March 8, Arkham has cataloged approximately 950 wallet addresses associated with these high-profile individuals. Noteworthy figures

Biconomy.com, a leading digital asset trading platform, has officially listed the native token of the BlackFort Exchange Network, BXN, effective from 26 February 2025. This strategic move offers traders additional opportunities and underscores Biconomy's commitment to supporting innovative blockchain projects.

BlackFort Exchange Network distinguishes itself as a next-generation blockchain ecosystem, featuring a standalone, independent Layer-1 blockchain compatible with Ethereum. At its core is BXN, the native utility token that

President Donald Trump has signed an executive order establishing a government-controlled bitcoin reserve, marking a significant policy shift toward cryptocurrency integration within federal financial strategies. This initiative designates approximately 200,000 bitcoins, valued at around $17 billion, as a strategic digital asset under federal custody.

The reserve comprises bitcoins confiscated through various criminal and civil asset forfeiture proceedings. David Sacks, appointed as the administration's "crypto czar,"