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A new scam targets ships in the Strait of Hormuz. Fraudsters posing as Iranian authorities demand Bitcoin or USDT payments for safe passage. At least one vessel may have paid before still being attacked. Maritime security firms confirm these are fraudulent messages unrelated to official channels.
Read MoreOn-chain analysis reveals that the Venus protocol attacker transferred 2,301 ETH (worth ~$5.32M) to a specific address, then laundered the funds in batches via a privacy protocol. The attacker still holds over $17.45M in ETH on-chain, warranting continued monitoring.
Read MoreA security breach in the Sui-based DeFi protocol Volo led to the theft of around $3.5 million from three vaults. The team has frozen affected vaults and pledged to cover the losses, ensuring user funds remain safe. A full report is pending.
Read MoreOn-chain activity reveals a major whale dumped 2.9 billion ASTEROID tokens for $1.17M in ETH and BNB, securing $1.16M in profit. Another whale followed, selling 3.39 billion tokens. These large-scale moves are stirring market attention regarding liquidity shifts.
Read MoreRevolut is targeting a staggering $150-$200 billion valuation for its potential public listing, a move that could catapult its founder's wealth to approximately $80 billion. The fintech firm, bolstered by strong profit growth and newly acquired banking licenses, is laying the groundwork for a major market debut.
Read MoreIran has formally requested UN intervention to secure the immediate release of its cargo ship 'TOUSKA' and crew, seized by the United States. Tehran condemned the action as an act of 'piracy' in letters to the UN Secretary-General and Security Council, escalating diplomatic tensions over maritime rights.
Read MoreRussia's lower parliament has preliminarily approved a landmark digital assets bill, moving crypto regulation forward. The central bank will oversee licensing and transactions, defining crypto as property but banning its use for payments. Cross-border trade is permitted, with investment limits and an approved asset list. Full implementation is expected by 2026, amid debates over strict oversight potentially stifling market activity.
Read MoreA recent $300 million security breach has raised red flags on Wall Street. Analysts suggest key infrastructure risks in DeFi could force major banks and asset managers to reassess their blockchain and tokenization timelines, prioritizing system security over rapid deployment.
Read MoreA prominent crypto investor is moving his family office's core trading team to a wealth management firm he partly owns. The move aims to boost private banking services and has already attracted about $5 billion in initial investment interest from family offices and listed companies.
Read MoreThe Trump administration is reportedly considering extending waivers to the Jones Act, aiming to ease restrictions on domestic oil shipping. This move could reduce energy transport costs and reshape the competitive landscape of the U.S. maritime industry.
Read MoreOn April 22, South Korea's KOSPI index rose 0.2% intraday, surpassing the 6400-point mark to set a new all-time high. Strengthened investor confidence and improving external conditions are seen as key drivers, with expectations for continued upward momentum in the market.
Read MoreOn-chain data reveals a Solana wallet linked to the legendary PEPE early whale dimethyltryptamine.eth purchased 5.66 million SPIKE tokens. Known for a 52,600x return on PEPE, this whale's moves are closely watched.
Read MoreFed nominee Warsh outlined a dual-track policy of balance sheet reduction and potential rate cuts, signaling a shift from global liquidity provision to domestic monetary sovereignty. This pivot could redefine the era of abundant dollar liquidity and pressure assets reliant on it.
Read MoreOn-chain data reveals a major institution staked over 61,000 ETH worth $142 million in a single day, bringing its total staked to nearly 3.4 million ETH valued at $7.9 billion. This move signals strong confidence in Ethereum's long-term prospects and may influence broader market participation in staking.
Read MoreFederal Reserve chair nominee Kevin Warsh faced intense grilling at his confirmation hearing. He denied ever promising rate cuts to the President and instead criticized the Fed itself as 'lost' and 'political,' highlighting deep tensions over central bank independence.
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