BlackRock warns investors about a rise in crypto scams targeting its iShares Bitcoin and Ether ETFs, urging caution against social media impersonators.

BlackRock warns investors about a rise in crypto scams targeting its iShares Bitcoin and Ether ETFs, urging caution against social media impersonators.
A UK hacker faces prison for his Coinbase dummy website scam, an El Paso man’s alleged crypto “Ponzi” funded his lavish lifestyle, and Washington DFI flags the latest potential crypto fraud.
The month of August is shaping up to be a big month for token unlocks, with just shy of $1.5 billion in tokens being released to the market.
The crypto-skeptic could spend 25 years behind bars should he be convicted on all 18 fraud-related charges.
The Bitcoin Research Institute will open in August as part of the University of Wyoming’s College of Arts and Sciences.
Apple’s new AI features will potentially arrive a few weeks later in October, giving developers more time to iron out potential bugs.
Donald Trump has promised to fire SEC Chair Gary Gensler, whose work at the agency was defined by his animosity toward crypto.
Community risk assessors warned against the perceived centralization effort days before the proposal’s passage.
It’s unclear at this time whether illicit activity has taken place, but a series of red flags has brought the token under scrutiny.
Bitcoin remains on target to reach $70,000, and if that happens, XRP, KAS, STX and JASMY could find buyers.
A Bitcoin analyst predicts the cryptocurrency's price could soar above $800,000 following Trump's promise to integrate it into the US's strategic reserves.
The authorities continue to urge the public to remain cautious and verify the legitimacy of financial transactions to avoid falling victim to such elaborate scams.
BTC price gains fail to materialize as Donald Trump and others promise to build a giant Bitcoin strategic reserve if elected.
As the 2024 election approaches, the interplay between political strategies and industry dynamics will continue to evolve.
This incident serves as a reminder of the ever-present need for vigilance and proactive measures in the rapidly evolving world of blockchain technology.
By engaging with stakeholders and focusing on compliance, Johnny Ng aims to position Hong Kong as a leader in adopting Bitcoin and Web3 technologies.
As stablecoins continue to gain traction globally, regulatory initiatives such as FINMA’s guidance are likely to influence policies in other jurisdictions.
According to Santiment data, the term “Bitcoin” is being used more positively on social media now than at any time in the past 16 months.
