Block Bits Capital founder convicted in nearly $1M crypto fraud
A federal jury has convicted Block Bits Capital co-founder Japheth Dillman of wire fraud and conspiracy after prosecutors said more than 20 investors lost nearly $1 million in a fraudulent cryptocurrency trading fund. The U.S. Department of Justice said on…...
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HSBC buys at least $3B in Indian government bonds since July
HSBC’s significant investment in Indian bonds highlights increased foreign interest, potentially boosting India’s financial market stability and growth. The post HSBC buys at least $3B in Indian government bonds since July appeared first on Crypto Briefing....
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US expands Iran sanctions, warns nations to cut ties or face exclusion from dollar system
The expanded sanctions could significantly disrupt global trade dynamics, pressuring nations to reassess their economic alliances and reliance on the US dollar. The post US expands Iran sanctions, warns nations to cut ties or face exclusion from dollar system appeared first on Crypto Briefing....
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Crypto rally spills into dog and cat memecoins as smaller tokens double in a week
Robinhood Chain-based Cash Cat jumped more than 50% in a day, while several smaller animal-themed tokens have gained between 50% and 130% over the past week....
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Japan’s only registered high-speed trading firm leaves Tokyo for Singapore
The relocation of Japan’s last high-speed trading firm to Singapore may hinder local market efficiency and impact Japan’s digital securities growth. The post Japan’s only registered high-speed trading firm leaves Tokyo for Singapore appeared first on Crypto Briefing....
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Ripple co-founder Chris Larsen faces Flock protest
Protesters gathered outside Ripple co-founder Chris Larsen’s San Francisco home over his funding for police surveillance technology....
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Seven spot XRP ETFs and $1.4B in flows later: is XRP still undervalued?
Institutional capital keeps arriving through seven regulated funds while the token trades 57% below its cycle high. The numbers suggest the market has not caught up. The question sounds premature for a token that just posted its best week in…...
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US Treasury suspends licenses for Iran sports and education activities
The suspension of licenses may hinder cultural and educational diplomacy, potentially escalating tensions and reducing mutual understanding between the US and Iran. The post US Treasury suspends licenses for Iran sports and education activities appeared first on Crypto Briefing....
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Treasury Department warns mariners of sanctions risks from Iranian organizations
The alert underscores heightened regulatory risks for global shipping, potentially disrupting maritime commerce and escalating geopolitical tensions. The post Treasury Department warns mariners of sanctions risks from Iranian organizations appeared first on Crypto Briefing....
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Bitcoin traders place $2.9 million bet on a rapid price jump above $82,000
Traders are spending millions to position for further Bitcoin upside after its staggering rally to $80,000, though demand for downside protection remains firm, according to Laevitas....
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