South Korean authorities have escalated their campaign against unregistered crypto platforms, blocking 14 foreign exchange apps, including KuCoin and MEXC from Apple’s App Store. This follows a similar move targeting Google Play last month, signaling a broader crackdown on platforms skirting local regulations. With crypto adoption soaring, regulators aim to curb money laundering and protect millions of users. Here’s what…
A wave of cyberattacks is targeting cryptocurrency users through popular digital wallets, shaking trust in software once deemed safe. Cybersecurity experts reveal hackers are infiltrating coding platforms to hijack private keys, draining funds from unsuspecting victims. Atomic and Exodus wallet users now face urgent threats. Here’s what you need to know. Malicious npm Packages: The Hidden Threat Cybersecurity firm ReversingLabs…
Ethereum, once the undisputed leader of the crypto revolution, is now grappling with a prolonged slump. While Bitcoin and other altcoins show flashes of resilience, ETH has repeatedly stumbled, crashing below the critical $1,500 support level. Analysts point to a trio of forces driving this decline: shrinking network activity, macroeconomic headwinds, and technical setbacks. Here’s what’s behind Ethereum’s struggle and…
Hong Kong’s cryptocurrency sector just scored a major win. HashKey Exchange, a leading digital asset platform, announced on April 10 that it received approval from the Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) to launch crypto staking services. This move positions the city as a frontrunner in merging blockchain innovation with regulated financial products. Terence Pu, HashKey’s managing director, confirmed the exchange…
As Bitcoin wobbles near $80,000, whispers of MicroStrategy’s, now renamed to Strategy, potential downfall echo across Wall Street. Could the tech firm’s massive Bitcoin bet trigger a market meltdown? Here’s what experts say. MicroStrategy’s Bitcoin Bet MicroStrategy holds 528,185 Bitcoin, bought at an average of $66,000 each. To fund this $34.8 billion gamble, it borrowed heavily, using Bitcoin and stock…
A Bitcoin developer has sparked urgent debate with a radical plan to shield the cryptocurrency from an existential threat: quantum computers. Agustin Cruz’s proposed “Quantum-Resistant Address Migration Protocol” (QRAMP) calls for a hard fork, a dramatic network split, to replace Bitcoin’s ageing encryption with quantum-proof safeguards. With tech giants like Microsoft accelerating quantum research, could this be Bitcoin’s most critical…
In a decisive move, over 93% of WazirX creditors greenlit a restructuring plan to repay victims of a devastating $230 million hack. The July 2024 breach, linked to North Korea’s Lazarus Group, left thousands in financial turmoil. Now, with court approval pending, users could see partial refunds as early as mid-April. Here’s how the embattled crypto exchange plans to turn…
As blockchain technology matures, developer-friendly ecosystems are becoming crucial innovation hubs. Investing in platforms that attract and retain technical talent offers early access to groundbreaking applications and protocols. The ecosystems with the strongest developer communities will likely dominate the next wave of blockchain adoption, creating significant value and reshaping entire industries. 1. Cosmos (ATOM) Cosmos is designed for interoperability, enabling…
Two crypto stocks skyrocketed Thursday. Coinbase and MicroStrategy, now rebranded as Strategy, soared up to 24% after President Trump paused most tariffs. Investors flooded back into risk assets, easing trade war fears. The surprise policy shift sparked a historic market rebound, lifting Bitcoin and crypto-linked stocks. Here’s why these companies led the charge. Why These 2 Stocks? Coinbase dominates as…
In a bold move signalling its ambition to dominate institutional crypto services, Ripple announced plans to acquire prime brokerage Hidden Road for $1.25 billion. The deal, finalised Tuesday, marks Ripple’s largest purchase to date and positions its XRP Ledger (XRPL) as a hub for tokenised assets. With Hidden Road processing over $10 billion daily, industry leaders call the merger a…
The financial world erupted in chaos this week as President Donald Trump’s abrupt tariff pause sent stocks and cryptocurrencies skyrocketing. Investors scrambled to adjust to the 90-day trade relief, while tensions with China reached a boiling point. Here’s how the drama unfolded and what it means for your wallet. Trump’s Tariff Gambit On April 9, 2025, Trump stunned markets by…
The world economy is bracing for shockwaves. President Donald Trump’s 2025 tariff blitz, slapping a universal 10% tariff on all imports into the U.S. plus an escalating tariff war with China, has rattled markets, sinking stocks and weakening the dollar. Amid the turmoil, cryptocurrencies are emerging as unlikely winners. Here’s why Bitcoin, XRP, and Solana could capitalise on this upheaval…