Day: September 23, 2024

Telegram Tightens Privacy Policy Following CEO’s Arrest

In a significant policy shift, Telegram’s founder and CEO Pavel Durov announced that the messaging platform will begin sharing user details with authorities for violations of the app’s rules. This change follows Durov’s arrest by French authorities last month. Which was partly attributed to the platform’s non-cooperation with investigations into illicit activities. Updated Terms of […]

Fraudster Ordered to Pay $36 Million in Crypto Scam

A federal judge has ordered fraudster William Koo Ichioka to pay over $36 million in crypto fines and restitution for his role in a fraudulent crypto and forex scheme. This significant legal action highlights the growing scrutiny on fraudulent activities in the cryptocurrency space. A Elaborate Ponzi Scheme Unveiled Ichioka presented himself as a “self-made […]

Bitcoin Nears Monthly High

Bitcoin traded just shy of its month-long high on Monday. Extending last week’s gains in crypto and risk assets, including stocks. The surge comes in response to the U.S. Federal Reserve’s recent decisions on interest rates. Fed’s Rate Decisions Impacting Crypto The Federal Reserve has been closely watched by investors as it navigates economic stability. […]

Hamster Kombat Token Launch Twist

Hamster Kombat, the leading Telegram crypto game, is gearing up for its HMSTR token launch this Thursday. Over the weekend, the developers finally told players how many tokens they can claim. But there’s a twist that has the community buzzing. Unexpected Vesting Schedule According to a tweet from the Hamster Kombat team, players won’t be […]

Bitcoin Options Hit Nasdaq

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has approved a rule change that allows Nasdaq’s International Securities Exchange to list and trade options on the iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT), BlackRock’s widely-traded exchange-traded fund. This move marks a significant step in expanding Bitcoin-linked derivative products, providing investors with new tools to manage their exposure to the world’s […]