The overall cryptocurrency market capitalization has dropped to around $2.86 trillion, near its lowest level in over three years.

A confidential crisis management document drafted by OKX offers a fascinating insight into how one exchange choreographs its response when news breaks about regulatory failures.

Crypto transfers are being restricted in Europe through heavy know-your-customer (KYC) procedures and blocks, potentially linked to the Travel Rule, according to several local reports. Hasu, the strategy lead at Flashbots, reported that Coinbase is blocking transfers in Europe to recipients other than the user.

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Binance's CEO Richard Teng believes the current market slide is a temporary correction and not a trend reversal. Despite this, some riskier assets and memes may never return to previous all-time highs.

Scammers are getting smarter with better technology, tricking people—especially older individuals—into putting their money in Bitcoin ATMs under false promises.

Dick Durbin told the story of one of his constituents being scammed on the Senator floor before introducing the Crypto ATM Fraud Prevention Act.

Prince will work closely with the firm's president, Chris Ferraro, to expand Galaxy's crypto offering.

A new report from Taraxa claims that many leading blockchain projects have dramatically overestimated their throughput. The study shows that major blockchain networks like Sonic, Solana, and Aptos have a significant gap between theoretical TPS (transaction per second) and the actual max TPS on the mainnet.

In a recent interview on Bloomberg TV, Ledger CEO Pascal Gauthier, stressed the importance of robust security measures in the world of cryptocurrency.

Venture capitalist Chris Burniske says that the current dip in digital assets is typical of any bull market cycle.

Chainalysis investigated the recent Bybit hack involving $1.5B ETH hack. North Korean hackers seem to be involved in the hack.

Bybit announced a bounty platform designed to combat crypto-related crime titled LazarusBounty.com following. The initiative employs a structured, four-pronged approach to identifying illicit activity, holding hackers accountable, and enhancing crypto security.

Changpeng Zhao, the former chief executive of cryptocurrency exchange behemoth Binance, has clarified that he did not sell any crypto during the devastating crash that took place earlier this Tuesday.

Authorities claim OKX actively circumvented US laws by instructing customers on falsifying information to bypass trading restrictions.

Bitdeer stock falls 28% after Q4 2024 loss

“The exchange has facilitated transactions linked to cybercriminals, darknet markets, and ransomware groups like Conti,” an expert told Decrypt.

Crypto markets need liquidity to thrive, but right now, liquidity is vanishing fast.

Illinois Senator Dick Durbin has introduced new legislation aimed at reducing fraud at cryptocurrency ATMs, a growing concern for law enforcement agencies.

Crypto trading in India is booming, particularly in smaller cities, as investors look for new opportunities amid slow job growth and tightening financial regulations, Reuters reported on Feb. 25, citing local industry participants. Trading volumes on the country's top four exchanges more than doubled last quarter, reaching $1.9 billion, according to data from CoinGecko.

The asset management firm has announced a $70 million funding round led by Electric Capital, MIT Investment Management Company, and other investors.

Two days prior, the Bybit exploiter retained custody of 449,395.23 ethereum (ETH), yet within a 48-hour window, the actor relocated 71,862.63 ETH—valued at $173 million—across decentralized ledgers. Bybit Launches Lazarusbounty.com Amidst a climate of crypto volatility, the assailant has orchestrated a whirlwind of high-volume ether transactions. For instance, during the drafting of this analysis, 91.

Joe Weisenthal, co-host of the "Odd Lots" podcast on Bloomberg Podcasts, has opined that the performance of the cryptocurrency market is actually "impressive."

Binance CEO Richard Teng said the recent 8% decrease in crypto's total market cap represents a tactical retreat rather than a structural trend reversal. In a Feb. 25 social media post, Teng noted that historical data suggests that crypto markets, like traditional financial assets, react to macroeconomic shifts but demonstrate strong resilience over time.

The European Union has targeted Russia's largest sanctioned crypto exchange, though analysts note it has operated successfully under sanctions for years. On Monday, Feb.

According to a Friday report by The Wall Street Journal, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has dropped its investigation into Uniswap, the leading automated market maker (AMM).

In an announcement this week, Mavryk Dynamics revealed it has secured over $5 million in funding for its brainchild, Mavryk Network, a Layer-1 blockchain designed to revolutionize and democratize asset ownership

Finding high-growth opportunities in the crypto market often means identifying promising projects before they take off. One altcoin that has been gaining traction among early investors is Mutuum Finance (MUTM), a decentralized lending protocol with real-world financial applications.

The cryptocurrency saw a sharp drop on Tuesday that pushed the total crypto market cap to a 4-month low as liquidations surpassed $1.5 billion. This massive decline has stirred interest among investors looking to buy the dip and capitalize on long-term profits.

The Web3-native creative design startup Sogni.ai has become one of the latest projects to join CoinMarketCap's prestigious accelerator program, CMC Labs.

A massive $268 million liquidation wiped out overleveraged traders, with Ethereum and Solana hit hardest.

Citadel Securities, one of the world's largest hedge funds, with assets under management (AUM) totaling $65 billion, is reportedly exploring the world of cryptocurrency trading. According to a recent Bloomberg report, the Miami-based firm, which is a major player in traditional finance, is looking to establish itself as a market maker for some leading cryptocurrency exchanges, including Coinbase.

Sam Bankman-Fried, the convicted founder of FTX , has posted on social media for the first time in nearly two years, commenting on government layoffs while reflecting on his own experiences with corporate downsizing. What Happened: In a series of tweets on Tuesday, Bankman-Fried, who is currently serving time for fraud, drew comparisons between unemployment and his own situation.

Cryptocurrency exchange Bybit has established a $140 million bounty program to combat North Korea's Lazarus Group, with rewards for tracking stolen funds while hackers have already laundered $94.1M.

The exchange is offering a 5% bounty for submissions that could lead to stolen funds being frozen.

Cryptocurrency exchange Bybit has restored services in the country, according to a February 25 announcement. The company in a statement said: As of Feb 25, all Bybit services, including the ability to open new trades and access all products, have been fully restored for existing users. Onboarding of new users will also gradually commence today.

As the crypto market continues to evolve, investors are looking for early-stage projects with strong growth potential. Mutuum Finance (MUTM), a decentralized lending protocol, is quickly becoming a top choice, attracting a surge of early buyers. With its presale currently in Phase 2 at just $0.

Bitcoin price experienced a sharp decline, falling below $89,000 for the first time in three months on February 25. The crypto lost over 8% in value within a single day, triggering widespread concern among investors.

Bitwise completes a $70 million equity raise led by Electric Capital with participation from MassMutual and others, highlighting institutional acceptance of crypto as a legitimate asset class.

Dubai-based Bybit reinforced its stand against the Lazarus Group with a new bounty for protocols and an upfront fee for anyone who helps recover the stolen funds.

Bybit is taking aggressive measures to recover all of the funds stolen in the recent hack that resulted in a loss of $1.46 billion from the exchange. The Bybit CEO declared a war against the North Korean hacking group Lazarus, responsible for the largest cryptocurrency heist to date.

Regulatory agencies have scrutinized crypto ATMs over the years over concerns that they are being used in scams.

Blackrock has transferred about 18,168 ether and 1,800 bitcoin, worth around $44 million and $160 million, to the centralized crypto platform Coinbase. Blackrock's Digital Asset Strategy and Rebalancing in the Spotlight Onchain observers noted that the transfers occurred within a short window, indicating that the financial giant Blackrock is actively moving its digital asset holdings.

The exchange is tracking stolen funds, blacklisting wallets, and working with law enforcement to prevent further illicit transactions.

The crypto market in India is witnessing an unprecedented surge as thousands of people—particularly young workers—turn to Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Dogecoin in an attempt to escape stagnant wages and a brutal job market, according to a report from Reuters. This isn't only happening in major metros like Mumbai and Delhi.

Binance has drawn attention once again with its latest move in the crypto market.

Investors are always on the lookout for early-stage opportunities with high-growth potential, and analysts believe they may have found one in Mutuum Finance (MUTM). As the DeFi sector expands, this project is gaining attention for its decentralized lending model, which allows users to supply and borrow crypto assets while earning passive income.

In a devastating blow to the cryptocurrency industry, Bybit revealed on Friday that it had suffered a “sophisticated” attack resulting in the theft of over $1.5 billion worth of Ethereum (ETH) from one of its cold wallets.