Though Todd denies it, an HBO documentary recently claimed he was the real Satoshi Nakamoto and inventor of Bitcoin.

Two decades after its collapse, the Enron brand is making a surprising return, this time dabbling in crypto and NFTs under a satirical rebranding. Enron is back, but only if you believe birds aren't real.

Former regulator Paul Atkins' chance of being the next SEC chair rose to 83% amid a report that Trump reached out to him.

Macro analyst Raoul Pal predicts a seismic shift in the global economy and financial markets, driven by accelerating technological change and a new political landscape. What Happened: In an appearance on the Blockworks Macro podcast on Tuesday, Pal outlined a transformative vision for the global economy, calling the next few years a transition toward an “economic singularity.

President-elect Donald Trump has reportedly picked pro-crypto Paul Atkins as the new chair for the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), according to three sources familiar with the matter. This comes as the current chair Gary Gensler indicated he was stepping down from office effective January 20, when Trump will be inaugurated.

Paul Atkins shows SEC chair hesitation due to workload concerns; sources reveal reluctance to leave his firm and tackle agency challenges. The post Paul Atkins faces hesitation about taking SEC chair role, reports say appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

A Southeast Asian country continues its rigorous policy against cryptocurrency platforms as it hampered access to digital asset exchanges. Regulatory officials in Cambodia imposed an iron hand against cryptocurrency players by blocking access to 16 crypto exchanges which include some of the popular firms such as Coinbase and Binance.

The co-creator of Meta's ill-fated crypto payment project Libra says a political hit job stymied their efforts. David Marcus says Libra, later renamed Diem, would have “solved global payments at scale.

The Telecommunication Regulator blocked 102 domains, targeting crypto exchanges and gambling sites. Two platforms are authorized under Cambodia's FinTech Sandbox, which bans digital asset-to-fiat exchanges.

Atkins' appointment could signal a shift towards more crypto-friendly policies at the SEC, potentially impacting regulatory approaches.

A CoinDesk report on the growth of crypto in the Asia Pacific region shows that the area is witnessing a grassroots surge in cryptocurrency demand driven by people. CoinDesk's Christine Lee breaks down the APAC crypto movement on the "Chart of the Day.

MARA has purchased a 114-MW wind farm in North Texas to power Bitcoin mining with renewable energy. The facility will operate intermittently, mining only when wind power is available, reducing reliance on the electrical grid. The post MARA Acquires Texas Wind Farm to Reduce Grid Dependency appeared first on Cryptonews.

TL;DR Upbit has experienced a temporary disruption in its services due to an unexpected increase in user traffic, affecting its app and API. The high demand is due to recent volatility in the crypto market, but Upbit assures that users' funds remain safe.

ORBT stakers will be eligible for several benefits, including Orbitt's full marketing and development support.

South Korea's President Yoon Suk Yeol declares martial law citing threats from pro-North Korean forces. Crypto markets face heightened activity, with significant USDT inflows and Bitcoin price swings on Upbit. The National Assembly challenges the decision, calling for its immediate repeal. The post South Korea's Emergency Martial Law Hits Crypto Market appeared first on Cryptonews.

As crypto ecosystems evolve, 2025 promises to be a defining year for innovative fundraising platforms. Crypto launchpads are pivotal in boosting project visibility, facilitating funding, and offering a structured platform for capital raising.

Whale activity raises concerns amid crypto's $3.4T market cap surge, signaling potential altcoin risks and retail trader fatigue.

Regulatory clarity sits at the center of the convergence of crypto and traditional finance. And, from the point of view of payments professionals, CFOs and treasury teams, stablecoins sit at the center of crypto's potential within enterprise and corporate finance applications.

Coinbase CEO Brian On December 3, Armstrong shared a post on X, stating that Coinbase would distance itself from firms hiring people who had attempted to undermine the industry without establishing clear guidelines.

The 21X secured license under the EU's DLT Pilot Regime. The market is supposed to surpass $30 trillion in trading volume by 2030.

GAIB, a crypto-AI startup focused on tokenizing GPUs, has raised $5 million in a pre-seed funding round led by Hack VC.

The South Korean martial law has now been declared invalid by the country's National Assembly after the vote.

The Ethereum co-founder also proposed changes to ease transfers among layer-2 scaling networks.

MARA has officially agreed to buy a wind farm in Hansford County, Texas. The farm has 114 MW of nameplate wind power and 240 MW of interconnection capacity.

Pump.Fun, the popular memecoin launchpad, has achieved a new milestone, attaining the highest monthly revenue in November. The platform was launched at the beginning of the year and has launched more than 4.2 million meme-themed cryptos in this period.

South Korea's recent declaration of martial law has roiled global cryptocurrency markets, sending shockwaves through trading activity and triggering significant price volatility.

Crypto prices crashed hard in South Korea as the local currency plunged to a record low. Bitcoin (BTC) price dropped to 88,197,000 KRW, its lowest level since October 5, before rebounding to 132,000,000 KRW.

WEEX, a leader in the world of cryptocurrency exchanges, is excited to announce a groundbreaking partnership with soccer legend Michael Owen. This collaboration marks a thrilling fusion of cutting-edge crypto world and top-tier sportsmanship, perfectly timed as WEEX sets its sights on expanding into exciting new territories.

Analysis of $XRP, $XDC, $QNT, $POL, and $ADA My top 5. Cryptocurrencies are evolving beyond mere financial instruments, driving utility across various sectors.

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Vitalik Buterin, in a recent post, has noted his vision for the ideal wallet. At the same time he also took a slight dig at Sam Bankman-Fried, the former FTX CEO whose actions led to the collapse of the exchange and the wiped out billions in user funds.

The crypto market is no longer seeing an asset rotation from bitcoin to altcoins, so many assets could be left behind without fresh liquidity in this bull cycle.

CryptoQuant CEO Ki Young Ju reached out to Elon Musk on X, urging support after South Korea's President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law.

Crypto investment products firm 21.co plans to split its business into two separate entities as it transitions to a new operating structure. Effective Jan. 6, 21Shares, the crypto exchange-traded products issuer, will operate independently from 21.

AI Agents continue to shape the digital landscape. And as rumors of Binance's involvement add an extra layer of intrigue, what are the top AI agents for 2025?

President-elect Donald Trump is reportedly close to announcing his choice for the new chair of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), with an official announcement potentially coming as early as tomorrow. What Happened: According to sources cited by Fox Business correspondent Eleanor Terrett, the decision comes as current SEC Chair Gary Gensler prepares to step down in January 2025.

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Brazil's Central Bank, officially known as Banco Central do Brasil (BCB), took an important step by launching a public consultation that could significantly alter the landscape of bitcoin transactions in the country.

South Korea's crypto market has experienced a significant crash following President Yoon Suk Yeol's declaration of martial law. This development has caused panic among traders, who have moved to withdraw their funds, while coins like Bitcoin have witnessed significant price declines.

All South Korean crypto exchanges were temporarily down following President Yoon Suk-yeol's declaration of martial law.

Throughout 2024, centralized exchanges like Coinbase and Binance have led efforts to tackle the challenges of crypto regulation.

The Upbit delays service temporarily in its app (Android, iOS) and Open API are facing delays due to a surge in traffic.

South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol declared emergency martial law Tuesday night local time, which caused crypto prices to plunge on Upbit.

Quantum computing, an emerging technology that operates on principles of quantum mechanics, has sparked discussions about its potential impact on cryptocurrency security. With unparalleled computational power, quantum computers could eventually challenge the cryptographic protocols that underpin digital currencies, though such capabilities remain years away.

In the last 15 years, the crypto industry has grown exponentially with a major technical boom. With millions of cryptos to trade into, thousands of crypto exchanges to buy from, and thousands of crypto wallets to hold cryptos, investing in crypto has become much simpler.

Japanese PM Shigeru Ishiba is uninterested in lowering crypto taxes for a hard-squeezed populace, as per comments made on Monday during a Q&A period at the House of Representatives plenary session.

After taking advantage of her crypto holdings in the market's "Trump bump," Charlene Woods wants the president-elect to make the investments tax-free.

South Korea's crypto trading volume reached $18 billion, overtaking stock market volumes. Analysts confirm an ongoing altseason with mild Bitcoin funding rates and high altcoin momentum.