Category: News

Major investment bank Goldman Sachs has disclosed its significant stake in spot Bitcoin ETFs (exchange-traded funds). The finance behemoth, once a vocal Bitcoin critic, appears to be shifting its investment strategy towards crypto assets, specifically the world’s largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization. Goldman Sachs Discloses $461 Million In BlackRock’s...

Skybridge Capital founder Anthony Scaramucci anticipates a significant increase in Bitcoin’s value, foreseeing a potential shift towards a less politicized regulatory environment for cryptocurrencies under the upcoming U.S. administration. What Happened: Scaramucci, who will be a headline speaker at Benzinga’s upcoming Future of Digital Assets event on Tuesday, expressed optimism about...

Upbit, the leading crypto exchange in South Korea, is being investigated by the country’s financial authorities over an alleged violation of Know-Your-Client (KYC) procedures. The probe comes amid the exchange’s license renewal process and a potential investigation for “anti-monopoly breaches.” Crypto Exchange Faces Probe For Potential KYC Violations According...

According to Chainlink, the Common Businesses-Oriented Language (COBOL) standard facilitates approximately 95% of all ATM transactions....

The US Attorney’s Office in Manhattan is reportedly shifting its approach to crypto crime enforcement, allocating “fewer resources” to this area following a series of significant convictions, including that of FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried. Southern District Of New York To Scale Back Crypto Prosecutions Scott Hartman, co-chief of the...

Solidion Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ: STI), a leading provider of advanced battery materials, has announced a significant strategic allocation of Bitcoin within its corporate treasury. This move positions Solidion alongside other prominent US companies such as MicroStrategy, Tesla, Block (formerly Square), Semler Scientific, Coinbase, Riot Platforms, and Marathon Digital Holdings,...

Benzinga examined the prospects for many investors’ favorite stocks over the last week — here’s a look at some of our top stories. The major indexes, which had been climbing following Trump’s election victory, lost momentum this week, with the S&P 500 down 2.1%, the Nasdaq dropping 3.2%, and...

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) has warned the public about two foreign-based crypto companies allegedly misrepresenting themselves as banks. The firms were found to have used the term “bank” when describing their products and services, potentially misleading consumers. HKMA Cracks Down On Crypto Firms Posing As Banks The HKMA, which...

Man Sentenced To 12 ½ Years For Bitcoin Money Laundering On The Darknet  Roman Sterlingov was sentenced last Friday to 12 years and six months in prison for his operation of the longest-running Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) money laundering service on the darknet.  Sterlingov was also ordered to pay a...

Bitcoin has entered price discovery after repeatedly breaking all-time highs over the past week. The price surged an impressive 38% in under ten days, highlighting the overwhelming bullish momentum that has captivated the market. BTC is consolidating below the $93,400 mark as traders and investors anticipate its next move....