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TON-based wallet drainer shuts down, eyes Bitcoin

A TON-based wallet drainer said it was shutting down operations due to a lack of whales in the network. 

Bitcoin miners show mixed performance in September amid market volatility

While both Hut 8 and Irish Energy expanded operations, they reported contrasting results in Bitcoin production efficiency.

'Definition of a leverage driven pump' — 5 Things to know in Bitcoin this week

Bitcoin is attempting to break higher this week — but plenty of hurdles stand in the way of bulls looking for a sustained BTC price rally.

WEF backs ‘Sandbox-first approach’ for DeFi adoption

The World Economic Forum recommended using regulatory sandboxes to foster decentralized finance innovation while mitigating risks.

NFTs weekly sales volumes hit highest level since August

NFT sales volumes for the week ending Oct. 6 hit nearly $85 million, the biggest selling week for NFTs since the end of August.

ZachXBT accuses crypto influencer Ansem of promoting memecoin ‘pump and dumps’

Crypto sleuth ZachXBT accused Ansem of promoting “hundreds” of low market cap memecoins to his followers, which he claimed could have an outsized effect on their price.

Japan’s Metaplanet makes $7M Bitcoin buy, bringing holdings to $40.5M

The Japanese investment firm has scooped up more than 200 Bitcoin so far this month. 

DHS says it thwarted over 500 crypto ransom attacks in 3 years

The US Homeland Security Investigations (HIS) Cyber Crimes Center reported it disrupted hundreds of ransom attacks since its formation in 2021.

Bitcoin ‘still the best-performing asset’ after weak Q3: NYDIG

Bitcoin is currently exactly where it was in the last two cycles, said NYDIG's research head Greg Cipolaro, who said crypto could be in for a big Q4. 

G7 antitrust watchdogs signal possible action on AI sector competition

The G7 nations want to ensure AI isn’t used to facilitate "collusion” between AI firms that could lead to the sharing of sensitive information or forming a monopoly.

New Ethereum proposal aims to increase throughput by 50%

If approved, EIP-7781 will reduce block times from 12 seconds to 8 seconds, increase blob capacity, and make decentralized exchanges slightly more efficient. 

US gov files complaints to seize assets from North Korean hackers

According to PeckShieldAlert, losses from crypto hacks and exploits accounted for over $120 million in losses during September 2024.

Bitcoin’s rise above $62,000 could pull APT, WIF, FTM, and BGB higher

Bitcoin’s recovery above $62,000 is having a positive impact on altcoins, boosting prospects of a rally in APT, WIF, FTM and BGB.

Academic paper suggests governments should attack public blockchains

Crypto exchange Kraken has announced the delisting of Monero in the European Economic Area to maintain compliance with EU regulations.

Pavel Durov and partner reveal miscarriage following arrest

Telegram founder Pavel Durov's arrest has sparked widespread condemnation of the French government for promoting censorship policies.

BTC short-term holders 'likely taking on more risk' as realized cap spikes by $6B

Bitcoin short-term holders are “likely taking on more risk” amid long-term holders “likely taking profits,” according to a crypto analyst.

Tether teases USDT documentary on 10th anniversary

Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino said in an X post that the company will continue to bring financial inclusion to people who are “left behind.”

Bitcoin realized price rejections hint BTC price ‘weakening’ — Analyst

Bitcoin hodlers' realized cap sees a snap drop while speculators get more confident in market trajectory.

UAE exempts crypto transfers, conversion from value-added tax

The UAE has exempted cryptocurrency transfers and conversions from value-added tax, positioning itself as a more crypto-friendly jurisdiction for digital asset transactions.

What is a rug pull in crypto and 6 ways to spot it?

Ever heard of crypto rug pulls? Find out what they are and how to identify the six warning signs that could protect your hard-earned money from disappearing overnight.

Telegram to enable NFT conversion for new Gifts feature

While Telegram did not specify a specific date for implementing NFT support for Gifts, its CEO said that the feature will be launched “later this year.” 

LEGO removes crypto scam from homepage after being hacked: Report

The "LEGO Coin" token appeared on the toy manufacturer's homepage for roughly 75 minutes before being taken down, onlookers said.

Will Satoshi be doxxed? Banks to join SWIFT digital asset trials and more: Hodler’s Digest, Sept. 29 – Oct. 4

HBO’s Money Electric: The Bitcoin Mystery, Banks to join SWIFT digital asset trials in 2025: Hodlers Digest

Vitalik Buterin donates 100 ETH to Roman Storm defense fund

The United States Office of Foreign Assets Control sanctioned the Tornado Cash mixer in 2022 — accusing it of facilitating money laundering.

Coinbase urges court to reconsider appeal, cites SEC vs Ripple

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) sued Coinbase in June 2023 and accused the company of selling unregistered securities.

EigenLayer says $5.7M hack ‘isolated’ incident, no vulnerability on protocol

EigenLayer said that some of the stolen funds have been frozen as part of ongoing recovery efforts.

XRP price falls 15% in 3 days — Will Ripple’s legal setback mark the bottom? 

XRP could see a 4,000% rally in the next bull market cycle, according to a fractal pattern reminiscent of its 2017 price surge.

'Ancient' Bitcoin whale moves more BTC mined from 2009: Arkham

The mysterious Bitcoin whale has now sent $3.58 million worth of Bitcoin to Kraken’s crypto exchange, Arkham Intelligence said.

Founder of crypto ‘Ponzi’ scheme’ IcomTech sentenced to 10 years in prison

David Carmona was the “mastermind” behind IcomTech’s “Ponzi scheme," which netted an estimated $8.4 million from victims.

Who was Len Sassaman, and why might HBO think he is Satoshi Nakamoto?

The late cryptographer and privacy advocate is in the spotlight because bettors on Polymarket think he may be identified as Satoshi Nakamoto.

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