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Russia to Limit Retail Crypto Trading to Bitcoin, Ether, and USDT
Russia's Central Bank is limiting retail crypto trading to Bitcoin, Ether, and USDT, imposing a purchase cap for non-qualified investors.
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How Hydra's Funds Flowed to Kraken
An investigation reveals how Hydra's funds transitioned to Kraken, detailing the money laundering operations and the new marketplace's rise in the darknet.
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CFTC Uses Emergency Powers to Ensure Kalshi Continues Trading Amid Legal Challenge
The CFTC has mandated Kalshi to continue trading after the exchange reported a market emergency, following a lawsuit from New York's Attorney General.
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$200,000 Stolen from XRP Cross-Chain Bridge in Cyber Attack
A cyber attack on the tx project led to a theft of $200,000 from the XRP cross-chain bridge, prompting immediate security measures.
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XRP Bridge Loses $200,000 Due to Software Error
The XRP bridge suffered a loss of $200,000 due to a software flaw that allowed fake deposits to be recognized as legitimate, leading to unauthorized withdrawals.
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SEC Considers New Rules to Ease Crypto Project Registration
The SEC is set to propose rules allowing crypto projects to raise funds without full securities registration, marking a significant regulatory shift.
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Russia Greenlights Bitcoin, Ethereum, and USDT Trading for Retail Investors
The Bank of Russia has proposed a framework allowing non-qualified investors to trade Bitcoin, Ethereum, and USDT, while qualified investors face no restrictions.
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Grvt Invests $100 Million in Ondo Tokens as Coinbase Expands to UAE
Grvt is set to invest $100 million in Ondo's USDY tokens while Coinbase expands its operations with a new tokenization hub in Abu Dhabi.
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North Korea Leverages Scam Networks for Laundering Stolen Crypto
North Korea is increasingly utilizing established criminal networks to launder stolen cryptocurrency, according to a new report from RUSI, revealing a sophisticated laundering operation.
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Key Democratic Figures Could Shape Future Crypto Legislation
Key Democratic figures may significantly influence future cryptocurrency legislation, reflecting skepticism toward digital assets.
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The Pokémon Card Market Surges to Billions, Crypto Seeks to Innovate Trading
The Pokémon card market has surged to an estimated $10-$15 billion, prompting blockchain startups to innovate trading methods despite liquidity challenges.
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North Korea Turns to Crime Networks for Laundering Stolen Crypto: RUSI
A RUSI report reveals North Korea has stolen $2.8 billion in crypto, increasingly using crime networks for laundering, complicating tracking efforts.
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