Alphabet Inc., the parent company of Google, has sold off all of its shares in Robinhood Markets, according to a recent filing. This move comes as trading volumes on the popular commission-free trading app have declined. Alphabet had previously been a significant investor in Robinhood but has been gradually reducing its stake over time. The […]
Bithumb, the second-largest cryptocurrency exchange in South Korea, is making strategic moves to prepare for an initial public offering (IPO) on the KOSDAQ market. The exchange aims to challenge Upbit, the leading exchange in South Korea, and regain market supremacy. Bithumb’s IPO is expected to take place in 2025. The exchange is undergoing organizational reorganizations, […]
Binance Blockchain Week Istanbul 2023 was a resounding success, bringing together various crypto projects in the midst of a challenging market. The event served as a platform for developers working on Web3 to connect with the community and explore new possibilities. A major highlight was the introduction of Binance’s groundbreaking self-custody Web3 wallet, which holds […]
Senator Rob Portman clarified on the Senate floor that brokers sell on behalf of someone else and do not just provide ancillary services. However, a proposed rule aims to expand the definition of brokers to include not only those who directly act as dealers or agents in digital-asset transactions, but also a broad category of […]
Bankrupt crypto lender Genesis has reached a settlement with defunct crypto hedge fund Three Arrows Capital (3AC) to pay $33 million in order to settle $1 billion in claims. The hedge fund’s collapse in June 2022 was a significant event in the crypto industry, and its claims against Genesis relate to transfers made before the […]
The United States Financial Services Committee (FSC) has scheduled a hearing on November 15th to delve into the issue of illicit activities within the cryptocurrency ecosystem. The hearing, titled “Crypto crime in context: breaking down the illicit activity in digital assets,” will feature prominent figures from the crypto industry as witnesses. Among them are Bill […]
Crypto exchange Binance may have fallen victim to a hack, potentially losing $27 million worth of stablecoins. The hack is yet to be confirmed, but it is believed to have targeted one of Binance’s wallets, making it quite a significant achievement for the individual or group responsible. The transaction hash associated with the hack suggests […]
The investment landscape in France is experiencing a significant shift, with a growing interest in cryptocurrency among younger citizens. According to a recent study conducted by the Autorité des marchés financiers (AMF), nearly one in four French adults are engaged in investments in financial instruments or crypto-assets. This represents a considerable increase in retail investment […]
South Korean cryptocurrency exchange Bithumb is planning to go public on the Korean Securities Dealers Automated Quotations (KOSDAQ) through an Initial Public Offering (IPO) in 2025. This move is part of Bithumb’s expansion strategy and aims to position the exchange as a strong competitor against Upbit, a major player in the country’s cryptocurrency market. Bithumb […]
A new phishing scam has emerged in China, targeting cryptocurrency users. The scammers are using a fake Skype video app to deceive users and steal their funds. The scam takes advantage of China’s ban on international applications, as mainland users often search for these banned apps through third-party platforms. The hackers have created a fake […]
