In the wake of the recent U.S. elections, Binance has reported an astounding influx of capital, with deposits exceeding $7 billion as of November 5, according to data compiled by DeFiLlama. This staggering amount not only cements Binance’s dominance but also underscores a growing trend within the crypto space, particularly in the wake of political
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The cryptocurrency landscape is no stranger to controversy, but recent events surrounding the listing of Solana-based memecoins such as The AI Prophecy (ACT) and Peanut the Squirrel (PNUT) on Binance have raised serious alarm bells. This move, taken by Binance, the leading cryptocurrency exchange globally by trading volume, appears to have triggered a substantial and
In a significant expression of faith for the future of cryptocurrency regulation, Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong has publicly endorsed Hester Peirce as a prospective leader of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) during a potential second term of President Donald Trump. Armstrong’s enthusiastic remarks, made on X on November 8, highlight Peirce’s reputation as a
In the ever-evolving landscape of cryptocurrency, security remains one of the primary concerns for users worldwide. As recent events have demonstrated, centralized exchanges—despite their user-friendly interfaces—are increasingly becoming targets for sophisticated cyber-attacks. In a notable incident earlier this year, WazirX, one of India’s prominent cryptocurrency exchanges, faced a staggering breach that led to the loss
In a significant legal twist following the collapse of the FTX cryptocurrency exchange, the firm has initiated a lawsuit against Ryan Salame, the ex-co-CEO of its Bahamian branch. The complaint, which surfaced in a court filing dated November 4, accuses Salame of complicity in the alleged financial mismanagement that led to the exchange’s bankruptcy. FTX
Mt. Gox was once the largest cryptocurrency exchange in the world, handling over 70% of Bitcoin transactions. However, its notorious downfall in 2014 due to a massive security breach led to the loss of approximately 950,000 Bitcoins, profoundly shaking investor confidence in cryptocurrency longevity and security. As the exchange declared bankruptcy, the aftermath saw a
In a significant development within the world of cryptocurrency, OSL Group Limited has revealed that its Japanese subsidiary, OSL Investment (Japan) Limited, has entered into a share purchase agreement to acquire a major 81.38% interest in CoinBest K.K., a local cryptocurrency exchange. This strategic move, announced on November 4, emphasizes OSL’s commitment to tapping into
In a recent furor within the cryptocurrency community, a public dispute erupted among significant figures, namely Justin Sun, the founder of the Tron Network, and Andre Cronje, co-founder of Sonic Labs, against Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong regarding the listing fees on the Coinbase trading platform. Coinciding with discussions about the financial obligations associated with asset
In a recent startling event, M2, a prominent cryptocurrency exchange based in the United Arab Emirates, fell victim to a security breach that compromised $13.7 million in digital assets. This incident, which occurred on October 31 at 3:16 A.M., underscores the urgent need for robust security frameworks within the cryptocurrency industry. While M2’s rapid response
In a landmark development for the cryptocurrency landscape, the Optimism Foundation has joined forces with Kraken in a substantial deal valued at $25 million, aimed at incorporating Kraken’s forthcoming layer-2 blockchain, Ink, into the thriving Superchain ecosystem. The overall worth of this partnership could exceed $43 million, contingent on the current pricing of OP tokens