Maker, one of the pioneering DeFi lending platforms on Ethereum, has recently undergone a rebranding to “Sky” alongside significant upgrades to its decentralized stablecoin ecosystem. This rebranding includes renaming its stablecoin from DAI to USDS and its governance token from MKR to SKY. Additionally, users can now access the upgraded SKY token by supplying USDS
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A former Kansas bank executive, Shan Hanes, was recently sentenced to 293 months in federal prison for his involvement in a cryptocurrency fraud scheme that led to the collapse of Heartland Tri-State Bank (HTSB). Hanes, who served as the CEO of HTSB, pleaded guilty to embezzling $47.1 million through unauthorized wire transfers to a cryptocurrency
The recent endorsement of rate cuts by Federal Reserve Chairman, Jerome Powell, has sparked a new wave of speculation in the financial markets. While the current benchmark rate for overnight money market loans hovers around 5.25% to 5.5%, Powell’s announcement at Jackson Hole, Wyoming indicated a clear intention to lower interest rates in the near
Pavel Durov, the founder of the popular messaging app Telegram, has found himself in hot waters following his arrest in France over the weekend. The incident has led to a surge in support from various well-known public figures, including Elon Musk, Robert F. Kennedy, Vitalik Buterin, and Tucker Carlson, among others. Turbulence in the Crypto
The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has pushed back against Hex founder Richard Heart’s attempt to dismiss the $1 billion securities fraud lawsuit filed against him. The SEC filed an opposition brief in a New York federal court, arguing that Heart’s motion to dismiss does not adequately address the allegations in the complaint and
Bitcoin ETFs have been experiencing a significant increase in popularity and investment, with more than $500 million allocated to the largest US-based products in the last trading week. Despite a rough start at the beginning of the month, with losses of over $550 million in just three days following a major crash for BTC, both
Shibarium, a layer-2 blockchain solution developed on the Ethereum network, has made significant strides in the past year. The platform, dedicated to supporting the growth of the Shiba Inu ecosystem, has implemented various upgrades and enhancements to improve network performance and scalability. Since its inception, Shibarium has processed over 418 million transactions, reaching a significant
German authorities recently seized nearly 250,000 euros and 13 crypto ATMs during a nationwide crackdown on unlicensed cryptocurrency machines. The operation, led by the Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin), aimed to strengthen regulatory oversight in Germany’s rapidly expanding crypto sector. On August 20, officials targeted 35 locations where crypto ATMs were allegedly operating without proper
Recent reports from Coinbase suggest that young, pro-crypto voters could play a significant role in determining the outcome of the 2024 US presidential elections. With Gen Z and Millennials now representing 40% of the electorate, their increasing support for candidates who advocate for crypto and financial innovation is becoming more apparent. The dissatisfaction with the
Bitcoin’s price has experienced a significant surge, reaching $65,000 for the first time since early August. One of the key factors that have contributed to this surge is the US Federal Reserve’s economic policies. The relationship between Bitcoin and the US Federal Reserve has been evident in recent years, particularly following the change in stance