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In a joint statement, the U.S., Japan, and South Korea highlight the growing threat posed by North Korean cyber actors to the global crypto sector. The United States, Japan, and South Korea have warned the blockchain industry about North Korean cyberattacks that could destabilize the global financial system. In a joint public statement on Jan. 14, the Japanese government pointed out that groups like the Lazarus Group are targeting exchanges and investors to steal crypto. The governments highlighted North Korean hackers using social engineering tactics, such as malware like TraderTraitor and AppleJeus, and urged web3 companies to review past advisories…
Disclosure: This article does not represent investment advice. The content and materials featured on this page are for educational purposes only. As the crypto market surges, Catzilla, Pepe, and Solana offer unique investment opportunities for bold investors. Cryptocurrency markets are experiencing a thrilling wave of unpredictability. As the bull run gains momentum, a trio of digital currencies is capturing widespread attention. Their rapid price swings have caught the eye of investors and enthusiasts. This momentum hints at a new chapter in the crypto saga, offering potential opportunities and challenges for those daring enough to engage. Catzilla: Transforming meme coins with…
Gulf-based Sigma Capital has introduced a $100 million fund to invest in web3 sectors, from blockchain infrastructure to the metaverse. Sigma Capital, a private equity firm specializing in early-stage startups, has announced the launch of a $100 million fund to drive web3 innovation. The so-called “Sigma Capital Fund I” will focus on projects in decentralized finance, blockchain infrastructure, real-world asset tokenization, gaming, and even the metaverse, the firm said in a Jan. 14 press release. “In addition, and as part of the fund, Sigma Capital will actively manage a portfolio of liquid tokens, seizing market opportunities to generate consistent returns.”…
Disclosure: This article does not represent investment advice. The content and materials featured on this page are for educational purposes only. As XRP targets $20 and Cardano rides bullish trends, Yeti Ouro is disrupting the Play-to-Earn market. XRP aiming for $20 in 2025 along with Cardano’s (ADA) bullish trends has sparked a lot of interest in the market. Further, Yeti Ouro (YETIO) continues to reshape the landscape of Play-to-Earn (P2E) games. XRP could take on $20 in 2025 Last week XRP had an increase in its trading volumes which exceeded 80%, stirring up prices from $2.24 to peaks of $2.60.…
ai16z advisor Sam Gao has unveiled the technical whitepaper for Eliza, an open-source AI agent operating system. Per a Jan. 14 X post from Gao, the white paper was written by Shaw, the founder of ElizaOS, alongside contributors from other related organizations. According to the technical whitepaper, Eliza is described as a platform for deploying AI-powered agents that integrate directly with web3 technologies, including blockchain data interaction, smart contract operations, and decentralized applications. These agents are able to “By doing so, it could pave the way for a more equitable world where the benefits of technological progress are more broadly…
Banca Intesa Sanpaolo has become the first Italian bank to purchase Bitcoin, as revealed by leaked email screenshots on the website 4chan. According to a report by Wired Italia, traders have detected a recent crypto purchase by Banca Intesa Sanpaolo, Italy’s largest bank by assets. Intesa Sanpaolo becomes the first Italian bank to invest in cryptocurrency after buying 11 Bitcoin (BTC), worth around €1 million or equal to $1.02 million. The investment was first revealed on image-based bulletin platform 4chan, where users can share images and post comments anonymously. On Jan. 13, an unknown user leaked screenshots of email exchanges…
BlackRock’s Head of Thematics and Alternative ETFs presents investors with three reasons why they should consider adopting Bitcoin ETFs in 2025 as inflows continue. In a recent market insights report, BlackRock’s Head of Thematics and Alternative ETFs, Jay Jacobs, highlighted the rapid growth of Bitcoin ETFs in the market. One of the key takeaways he mentioned was how crypto asset adoption has managed to beat mobile phones and the internet in its development. According to recent study by BlackRock, compiling data from multiple sources including NPR, Bloomberg and the Cambridge Center for Alternative Finance, it took 21 years for mobile…
Stablecoin minting data shows a slowdown in fiat-to-crypto on-ramps, with the Federal Reserve’s hawkish shift likely impacting market activity, Matrixport warns. Bitcoin (BTC) is likely to stay in consolidation as long as fiat-to-stablecoin conversions remain muted, according to Singapore-based digital asset firm Matrixport. In a Jan. 14 research note, Matrixport noted that the latest 7-day stablecoin minting indicator shows a “significant slowdown” in fiat-to-crypto on-ramps, particularly in the lead-up to the Christmas holidays. Markus Thielen, an independent analyst, said the dip can be attributed to the Federal Reserve’s hawkish pivot in mid-December, which likely dampened investor sentiment. With fiat-to-stablecoin conversions…
Hong Kong-based Ming Shing Group has invested $47 million in Bitcoin, acquiring 500 BTC as a short-term strategy to enhance liquidity and asset value. Public construction firm Ming Shing Group has joined the list of non-tech companies diversifying into cryptocurrency, investing $47 million in Bitcoin (BTC) to enhance liquidity and boost asset value. In a Jan. 13 press release, the Hong Kong-based company, mainly engaged in wet trades works like plastering and tile laying, announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Lead Benefit, purchased 500 Bitcoins at an average price of $94,375 per BTC. Ming Shing said the funds came from idle…
The CFTC are voting on whether Crypto.com futures contracts, that let investors bet on who will win major football games including the Super Bowl, should be subject to a 90-day review. According to a Bloomberg report published on Jan. 14, the five-member federal commission are considering whether to probe Crypto.com over future contracts trading that lets investors bet on the outcome of major sports events, according to sources close to the matter. The CFTC have yet to determine whether the contracts listed on the firm’s Chicago-based derivatives exchange violate the laws laid out regarding betting contracts. The agency has long…