The story of how two cybersecurity researchers helped an anonymous crypto user recover 43.6 bitcoins he lost 11 years ago is nothing short of remarkable. The user, known only as Michael, had lost access to the wallet holding his assets, which were worth around $5,300 at the time. However, thanks to the efforts of researcher
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Mastercard recently introduced its Mastercard Crypto Credential, a groundbreaking development that has paved the way for the first-ever peer-to-peer (p2p) pilot transactions aimed at streamlining and securing blockchain transfers. This new feature allows users on popular exchanges like Bit2Me, Lirium, and Mercado Bitcoin to send and receive cryptocurrency using user-friendly aliases instead of complex blockchain
The recent hack on the Japanese cryptocurrency trading platform, DMM Bitcoin, resulted in a significant loss of Bitcoin amounting to around $305 million. The exchange confirmed the attack and disclosed that 4,502.9 bitcoins were stolen from their systems. Despite stating that they are investigating the breach and implementing measures to prevent such incidents in the
Recent trends in the crypto market have shown a significant increase in investor confidence, particularly towards Bitcoin. Despite some fluctuations in its price, large-scale investors have been accumulating BTC, indicating a positive sentiment towards the premier cryptocurrency. According to prominent crypto analyst Ali Martinez, there has been a noticeable movement of Bitcoin out of centralized
Blockchain technology has been making waves in various industries, and the gaming sector is no exception. In a recent announcement, cryptocurrency exchange OKX and blockchain technology company Immutable have come together to revolutionize the gaming industry. By leveraging Immutable’s zkEVM solution, the partnership aims to introduce enhanced features and benefits for gamers and game studios
In the fast-paced world of digital assets, SEI NFTs have made a significant impact on artists, gamers, and collectors alike. The SEI Network, powered by its open-source Layer 1 blockchain, has emerged as a key player in the NFT space. The network prides itself on its ability to handle low transaction fees, provide robust security,
The blockchain analysis firm Nansen recently unveiled a rather intriguing discovery – DBS Bank, one of Singapore’s leading banking institutions, has been identified as a cryptocurrency whale. A crypto wallet supposedly owned by DBS Bank holds a staggering 173,753 Ether (ETH), with a current market value of approximately $650 million. Notably, the address in question
In recent months, Ethereum whales have been making significant moves in the cryptocurrency market. These whales, representing the largest investors in the space, have been actively increasing their holdings of Ethereum. According to a report by Santiment, the on-chain data shows a surge in whale activity, potentially triggered by the SEC’s approval of spot Ethereum
The Rehabilitation Trustee of the defunct crypto exchange Mt. Gox has confirmed that it has not sold its significant Bitcoin holdings despite transferring over 140,000 BTC (approximately $10 billion) today. The trustee clarified in a May 28 statement that preparations to repay creditors were ongoing. According to the firm, the bankruptcy process will compensate creditors
In the bustling world of NFTs, Magic Eden Marketplace has emerged as a vibrant hub for enthusiasts in 2024. Initially focused on the Solana-based NFT sector, this decentralized marketplace has expanded to support Ethereum NFTs and the latest Bitcoin ordinals. With an impressive user count and reputation for low transaction costs, Magic Eden is the