Tag: Bitcoin
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South Korea Fines Bithumb $24 Million, Imposes Six Month Partial Business Suspension Over AML Violations
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South Korean financial regulators have fined cryptocurrency exchange Bithumb 36.8 billion won, roughly $24.5 million, and ordered a six month partial suspension of certain services after uncovering widespread violations of anti money laundering regulations. The decision comes after a detailed inspection by the Financial Intelligence Unit, which operates under the Financial Services Commission. The penalty…
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US Spot Bitcoin ETFs Log First Five-Day Inflow Streak of 2026, Drawing $767 Million
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US spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have recorded their first five consecutive days of inflows in 2026, signaling renewed investor interest after a volatile start to the year. The funds collectively attracted around $767.32 million during the week, marking the strongest sustained inflow period so far this year. The positive momentum reflects growing institutional participation…
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USDC Market Cap Nears $80 Billion as Demand Rises in Middle East
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The market capitalization of the USDC stablecoin is approaching a record high of $80 billion, reflecting rising demand for the dollar-pegged digital asset. Recent data shows that the circulating supply of USDC has climbed sharply in the past few weeks, with analysts pointing to growing interest from investors in the Middle East, particularly the United…
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TOKEN2049 Dubai Postponed to 2027 Amid Regional Tensions and Travel Disruptions
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One of the world’s largest cryptocurrency conferences, TOKEN2049 Dubai, has been postponed to 2027 due to rising regional tensions and ongoing travel disruptions across the Middle East. The organizers confirmed that the event, originally scheduled for April 29 and 30, 2026 in Dubai, will now take place on April 21 and 22, 2027. The decision…
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Crypto ATM Fraud in the US Jumps 33% in 2025 as AI Powered Scams Expand
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Cryptocurrency ATM fraud in the United States has risen sharply in 2025, with total losses reaching $333 million as scammers increasingly rely on artificial intelligence and organized networks to target victims. A new report from cybersecurity firm CertiK shows that criminals are exploiting the ease and speed of crypto kiosks to move money quickly while…
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Babylon and Ledger Partner to Expand Bitcoin Vault Access for Self Custody Users
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Bitcoin infrastructure developer Babylon Labs has partnered with hardware wallet manufacturer Ledger to expand the use of Bitcoin vaults for financial applications while allowing users to retain control of their assets. The collaboration enables Ledger devices to sign transactions for Babylon’s Trustless Bitcoin Vaults, commonly known as BTCVaults, marking a step toward making Bitcoin more…
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Bithumb Faces Possible Six-Month Partial Suspension Over AML and KYC Lapses
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South Korea’s cryptocurrency sector is once again under regulatory scrutiny as Bithumb, the country’s second-largest crypto exchange by trading volume, faces the possibility of a partial business suspension. The proposed action comes after regulators flagged alleged shortcomings in the platform’s anti-money laundering and customer verification practices. The Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU), operating under South Korea’s…
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Bitcoin Network Hits 20 Million Milestone, Leaving Just One Million Coins to Be Mined
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The Bitcoin network has crossed a major milestone with the mining of its 20 millionth coin, bringing the world’s largest cryptocurrency closer to its maximum supply limit. With only one million Bitcoin left to be mined over the next century, the event has reignited discussions about scarcity, long term value, and the future of the…
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Bybit Says AI Fraud System Prevented $300 Million in Suspicious Withdrawals in Q4 2025
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Cryptocurrency exchange Bybit says it stopped or disrupted more than $300 million in suspected scam related withdrawals during the fourth quarter of 2025, following the rollout of a new AI assisted risk monitoring system. The company claims the move marks a shift toward preventing fraud before funds leave the platform rather than attempting to recover…
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Bitcoin Slips Toward $63,000 as US and Israel Strike Iran, Markets Brace for Fallout
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Bitcoin tumbled over the weekend after the United States and Israel announced a coordinated military operation targeting Iran’s nuclear infrastructure. With traditional financial markets closed, crypto traders were left to react first to the geopolitical shock, pushing BTC down nearly 4 percent to test the $63,000 level. The sudden escalation added fresh pressure to an…