In the shadowy corridors of decentralised finance, a digital heist shook the crypto world. An anonymous actor syphoned over $600 million from Poly Network, leaving experts scrambling. The breach exposed cracks in blockchain’s armour, sparking debates about ethics, security, and the motives behind history’s largest DeFi theft. Poly Network Launched in 2020 by Ontology, Neo, and Switcheo, Poly Network pioneered…
The price of Telegram Open Network (TON) surged 20% in 24 hours, topping $3.45 amid breaking news about its founder. Pavel Durov, Telegram’s reclusive CEO, reclaimed his passport from French authorities this week, ending months of restricted movement. While details remain sparse, the resolution has electrified TON investors and free speech advocates. Speculation swirls around how Durov’s regained freedom impacts…
As Bitcoin wobbles near critical levels, a crypto whale’s audacious bet fuels speculation and volatility in the lead-up to pivotal macroeconomic events. Who Are the Key Players? A mysterious Bitcoin whale has seized attention by opening a $368 million leveraged short position, betting heavily on BTC’s decline. Using 40x leverage, the investor borrowed funds to amplify potential gains or losses…
Hailey Welch, a 22-year-old from Tennessee, skyrocketed to fame in June 2024 after a cheeky street interview went viral. Known as the “Hawk Tuah Girl,” her phrase became cultural wildfire. Within days, TikTok remixes, branded merchandise, and podcast deals followed. By July, she’d quit her factory job, earning $65,000 from merchandise and $30,000 per party appearance. However, her ambitions didn’t…
Atomic Wallet emerged in 2017 as a non-custodial crypto solution, empowering users to manage 500+ assets across Windows, macOS, and mobile platforms. Founder Konstantin Gladych championed self-custody, ensuring private keys remained locally stored. This means that users bear full responsibility for securing their digital wealth. By 2023, it boasted over 5 million users, offering staking, swaps, and purchases. However, its…
Abu Dhabi investment group MGX pledged $2 billion in cryptocurrency to Binance, marking the exchange’s first institutional investment. The transaction, announced Wednesday, used an undisclosed stablecoin pegged to fiat currency. Binance confirmed MGX will become a minority shareholder, though exact stake details remain private. Meanwhile, MGX CEO Ahmed Yahia emphasised the move aligns with Abu Dhabi’s vision to lead blockchain…
The cryptocurrency market is evolving rapidly, with new trends shaping the future of digital assets. Investors are increasingly looking at projects that integrate artificial intelligence (AI), Web3, and blockchain interoperability. These sectors are gaining momentum as they solve real-world problems and attract institutional interest. Let’s explore the key trends and the top projects leading the way in 2025. 1. AI-Powered…
The world’s most elusive fugitive isn’t a drug lord or a spy. She’s Ruja Ignatova, the mastermind behind OneCoin, a $4.5 billion cryptocurrency scam. Dubbed the “Crypto Queen,” she vanished in 2017, leaving millions in financial ruin. Here’s how she pulled off the heist of the decade and why she’s still at large. The Rise of a Crypto “Genius” In…
Investors rapidly retreated from risky assets this week as JPMorgan raised U.S. recession odds to 40%. Following this, the S&P 500 plunged 2.7%, hitting September lows. Similarly, the Nasdaq nosedived 4%, marking its worst day since 2022, while the Dow Jones shed 900 points. Tech stocks and cryptocurrencies led the sell-off, reflecting heightened economic anxiety despite White House assurances. Morgan…
The cryptocurrency market continues to evolve rapidly, with innovative projects emerging as long-term contenders. Investors eyeing 2026 are evaluating coins that combine robust technology, real-world utility, and sustainable growth. This article explores ten cryptocurrencies on track to deliver success. This contains decentralised finance pioneers and blockchain infrastructure innovators. Here’s a deep dive into each project’s unique value proposition, current metrics,…
Michael Saylor’s Strategy (NASDAQ: MSTR) reignited its Bitcoin acquisition strategy Monday, launching a $21 billion at-the-market (ATM) preferred stock offering. The Series A shares (STRK) will fund additional Bitcoin purchases, potentially pushing its holdings beyond 500,000 BTC. The announcement follows a two-week pause in buying, signaling renewed confidence despite market turbulence. The move positions Strategy to further dominate as Bitcoin’s…
Bitcoin crumbled below $80,000 on Monday, sinking to $77,396, its lowest price since November 2023. The drop followed a 3.8% 24-hour decline, erasing gains from a brief rally to $84,000 earlier in the day. Ethereum briefly dipped under $1,800, down more than 10%, as panic spread across crypto markets. Analysts linked the plunge to fading investor confidence amid macroeconomic uncertainty…