In a shocking turn of events, a Georgia medical doctor has admitted to using Bitcoin to pay someone on the dark web to kill his girlfriend. This chilling revelation has stunned the public and shed light on the potential dangers associated with digital currencies. The case, which unfolded in the US Attorney’s Office, Northern District
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Adelle Nazarian, the CEO of American Blockchain PAC, has a captivating life story that spans her Persian heritage to her career in journalism. Having worked as a freelance journalist for renowned media outlets like Fox News and CNN, Nazarian experienced firsthand the growing divisiveness and activist nature of the industry. In an interview with Cointelegraph,
As the demand for cryptocurrencies continues to surge, Paul Brody, a prominent figure in the blockchain community and the Global Blockchain Leader at Ernst & Young (EY), sheds light on the increasing interest, particularly from family offices. Family offices, which manage the wealth of affluent families, are now diversifying their portfolios by investing in cryptocurrencies,
The DeFi Education Fund (DEF) and crypto investment company Paradigm have joined forces to support James Harper’s lawsuit against the US Internal Revenue Service (IRS). In an amicus brief filed separately, they argue that the Supreme Court should reverse the district court’s decision in Harper’s case. Moreover, they emphasize that dismissing Harper’s complaint could impede
The conversation surrounding spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) continues to gain momentum, with major asset managers like BlackRock and Fidelity now joining the race. SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce provided valuable insights into this development in a recent conversation with CNBC on October 23. While acknowledging the growing interest from firms and investors, Peirce urged caution
In recent news, the renowned publication, The Wall Street Journal (WSJ), has come under fire from members of the crypto community for allegedly publishing misleading information regarding Hamas crypto-related funding. The article, published on October 10th, claimed that Hamas had acquired around $90 million in cryptocurrency to finance an unexpected assault on Israel. This revelation
The Shiba Inu ecosystem has quickly become one of the most rapidly expanding communities in the crypto industry. In a short span of time, this meme cryptocurrency has witnessed the introduction of numerous tokens and updates to its ecosystem. Yet, it is crucial to acknowledge that despite all its progress, there is still much ground
Hong Kong’s Customs and Excise Department is taking a closer look at the regulatory measures surrounding cash-for-crypto shops in an effort to address the money-laundering risks associated with these establishments. This decision came after the police arrested several store owners who were allegedly involved in a $192.7 million fraud concerning the JPEX crypto exchange. Traditionally,
U.S. cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase has recently announced its decision to establish its European MiCA (Markets in Crypto-Assets) hub in Ireland. This move signifies a significant milestone in Coinbase’s ongoing efforts to expand its international presence. With the adoption of MiCA by EU policymakers, Coinbase is now well-positioned to serve a vast market of 450 million
In recent times, Bitcoin has experienced a remarkable surge, with a 10.50% increase over the past seven days. This surge can be attributed to various factors, including the spread of fake news regarding the approval of the BlackRock iShares Bitcoin Spot ETF. Monday saw a 7% price gain, driven by this misleading information. Such significant
