Former Terra CEO Do Kwon Enters Not Guilty Plea In Landmark $40 Billion Crypto Trial
Do Kwon, the South Korean cryptocurrency entrepreneur and co-founder of Terraform Labs, pleaded not guilty on Thursday to a series of criminal fraud charges in a Manhattan federal court. This comes just days after his extradition from Montenegro, where he had been detained for over a year. His case centers around the collapse of TerraUSD…
Trump Social Media Firm In Talks To Expand Into Crypto With Bakkt Acquisition
Donald Trump’s media venture, the Trump Media and Technology Group (TMTG), is reportedly in advanced negotiations to acquire Bakkt, a crypto trading platform owned by the Intercontinental Exchange (ICE). Trump Sets Sights On Crypto Expansion According to sources familiar with the ongoing discussions, TMTG is considering an all-share purchase of Bakkt, although the exact valuation…
Bitcoin Hits $76,000 All-Time High As Market Reacts To Fed’s Interest Rate Cuts
Bitcoin (BTC), the leading cryptocurrency by market capitalization, surged to a new all-time high of $76,800 buoyed by the recent US presidential election which saw Donald Trump secure another term in the White House and a more favorable monetary policy from the US Federal Reserve (Fed). Fed’s Second Consecutive Rate Cut On Thursday, the Federal…
Tether Defends Its Record, Blasts WSJ For ‘Irresponsible Reporting’
In a recent report by the Wall Street Journal (WSJ), it was alleged that Tether is currently under federal investigation for potential violations related to sanctions and anti-money laundering (AML) regulations in the US. The inquiry, reportedly led by prosecutors from the Manhattan US Attorney’s Office, is said to focus on whether Tether’s stablecoin, USDT,…
Solana Price Prediction: Analyst Projects Colossal 400% Uptrend This Cycle, Reveals Ultimate Target
After a brief retracement, the Solana price has found support at the $163 mark and is currently trading at approximately $168. The cryptocurrency is again approaching a significant resistance level at $170, which has posed a challenge for the token over the past month. Despite the recent fluctuations, bullish sentiment surrounding Solana remains strong among…
Bitcoin Rally Expected: Standard Chartered Eyes New High Of $73,800 Pre-US Election
Bitcoin has recently shown significant momentum, reaching its highest level since July, briefly touching $67,900 and recovering 7%. This surge follows a dip to $58,900 at the end of last week, further fueling bullish sentiment among investors optimistic about the cryptocurrency’s potential to reach new heights before the end of the year. However, according to…
SEC Strikes Again: Cumberland DRW Charged For ‘Unregistered Crypto Operations’
The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has stepped up its regulatory scrutiny of the crypto industry by charging Cumberland DRW LLC with operating as an “unregistered dealer”, underscoring the agency’s relentless enforcement approach that has come under increasing criticism from stakeholders and advocates in the digital asset space. Accused Of Trading $2B In Crypto…
US Charges 14 Individuals And Four Crypto Companies In Major ‘Sham Trading’ Scandal
On Wednesday, US prosecutors charged four crypto companies and 14 individuals in what is hailed as the first criminal prosecution targeting financial services firms for market manipulation and sham trading activities within the crypto sector. Allegations Of Price And Trading Volume Manipulations According to a court filing by the US District Court of the District…
Bitcoin Price Manipulation Linked To HBO’s Satoshi Revelation, Expert Cautions
After days of anticipation, HBO is set to release its highly awaited documentary exploring the true identity of Satoshi Nakamoto, the enigmatic creator of Bitcoin (BTC). While many are eager to uncover the individual behind this pseudonym, one expert warns that the documentary could lead to significant price manipulation in the Bitcoin market before its…
FTX Bankruptcy Plan Approved: $16 Billion In Assets To Be Repaid, FTT Price Soars 20%
A US bankruptcy court has officially approved crypto exchange FTX liquidation plan, paving the way for it to repay customers using $16 billion in recovered assets, according to Reuters, which reports that the ruling was made by Judge John Dorsey during a court hearing in Wilmington, Delaware, on Monday. Court Approves FTX Settlements The approved…