Author: John Smith
Researchers have warned of a new vulnerability affecting certain crypto hardware wallets that allows attackers to privately sign unauthorized Bitcoin transactions and steal private keys. Cryptocurrency wallets using the Chinese-made ESP32 chip, a widely used microcontroller designed for embedded systems and connected devices, are at risk, according to cybersecurity firm Crypto Deep Tech, which flagged a major vulnerability in a recent report. Often deployed in security-critical environments and used in hardware wallets like Blockstream Jade and open-source projects such as Bowser and Colibri, these chips often act as gateways to sensitive networks or store cryptographic credentials, making the vulnerability especially…
On Mar. 6, 2025, an executive order set up the U.S. Strategic Bitcoin Reserve. The order prohibits the government from selling bitcoins or buying more using taxpayers’ money. Since then, it has been unclear how the U.S. is going to acquire more bitcoins, although several options have been named. In a recent interview with Professional Capital Management CEO Anthony Pompliano, the President of the Presidential Council of Advisers for Digital Assets, Bo Hines mentioned two methods that were actively discussed by the officials. Let’s dive deeper into what he said and name other ideas on how the U.S. could acquire…
South Korean candidate Hong Joon-pyo says he’ll scrap crypto rules like U.S. President Donald Trump did, aiming to make blockchain a key industry. South Korean presidential candidate Hong Joon-pyo says he’ll remove crypto regulations similar to how they were rolled back during the Trump administration in the U.S., pledging to boost blockchain in the country. During a policy event in Seoul on April 16, Hong said he will “dismantle regulations to the extent seen under the Trump administration” in an effort to “foster blockchain and virtual assets as a single industry,” Yonhap News Agency reports. Hong, a candidate in the…
AI-focused crypto tokens are seeing a dip as Nvidia, the top AI chipmaker fueling the space, could soon take a major financial hit due to new U.S. export restrictions. In a filing on April 14, Nvidia said it expects around $5.5 billion in charges for the first quarter of fiscal year 2026 because of U.S. government rules limiting its AI chip sales to China. On April 9, officials told Nvidia it now needs special export licenses for its popular H20 chips and others with similar capabilities. The new restrictions target China, Hong Kong, and Macau, with the government warning that…
Disclosure: This article does not represent investment advice. The content and materials featured on this page are for educational purposes only. As memecoins lose steam, Lightchain AI is emerging as a serious contender, combining real-world utility, AI integration, and strong investor interest with the potential to outpace Shiba Inu. While memecoins like Shiba Inu aim for big price goals, Lightchain AI is quickly becoming the smarter, more practical option. With a presale that has already raised $19 million and a current price of just $0.007, Lightchain AI is attracting lots of interest from investors looking for real-world value and long-term…
Disclosure: This article does not represent investment advice. The content and materials featured on this page are for educational purposes only. Pi Coin has entered a new phase of growth and visibility following its open mainnet launch and major exchange listings, drawing attention from investors and the broader crypto community. Pi Coin, the native token of Pi Network, has garnered significant attention in the cryptocurrency space thanks to its unique mobile mining mechanism and a rapidly expanding global community. Since the launch of its open mainnet on February 20, 2025, Pi Coin has made its way onto several major exchanges…
The team behind the official TRUMP meme coin sparks rug pull concerns among traders after removing $4.6 million from its liquidity pool ahead of a $320 million token unlock. In a recent post, on-chat data analysis from LookOnChain revealed that developers of the presidential meme coin previously extracted a large chunk of USD Coins (USDC) from its liquidity pool, worth $4.6 million. The USDC pile is later bridged to Ethereum (ETH) before they were deposited into Coinbase Prime. Coinbase Prime is a brokerage platform that is mainly used for institutional investors. It offers institutional traders a variety of on-chain services…
Oklahoma’s proposed Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Act (HB1203) has failed to advance in the Senate Revenue and Taxation Committee, following a narrow 6–5 vote against the bill. The bill aimed to authorize the State Treasurer to invest funds from the State General Fund, Revenue Stabilization Fund, and Constitutional Reserve Fund in Bitcoin (BTC) and other major digital assets (with market caps over $500 billion), including stablecoins. Investments would have been capped at 10% of funds per account, and assets would be held with regulated custodians. The bill also included provisions for using digital asset staking and integrating crypto investment options into…
MEDIA took a nosedive today, dropping over 60% after Coinbase officially delisted the token from all its platforms. Media Network (MEDIA) sank to as low as $1.68 on April 16, cutting its market cap from over $1 million to around $430,000. Trading volume also plunged nearly 85% in the last 24 hours as users rushed to exit. Coinbase pulled the plug on MEDIA on April 15, 2025, at around 2:00 PM ET, halting trading across multiple services, including Coinbase.com (both Simple and Advanced Trade), Coinbase Exchange, and Coinbase Prime. While users can no longer trade MEDIA on Coinbase, they can…
Cryptocurrency scammers hijacked the X account of UK member of parliament Lucy Powell to hype up a scam token and dump it on unsuspecting traders. On April 15, Powell, who is the Leader of the House of Commons, appeared to promote a Solana-based cryptocurrency called the House of Commons Coin through her verified account on X. The posts claimed HOC was “a community-driven digital currency,” directing followers to buy in. A staff member from Powell’s team later confirmed to the BBC that Powell’s account had been compromised and said that steps were taken quickly to lock it down and remove…