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The Ethereum staking token weETH is separating from restaking to reduce risk, as a new proposal to cap validator rewards sparks debate in the staking sector. This move highlights the growing divide between traditional staking and higher-risk restaking strategies.
Bybit has filed a lawsuit against North Korea and the Lazarus Group, alleging they stole $1.5 billion in a hack. The exchange secured a preliminary injunction to freeze the stolen assets.
The U.S. Treasury has sanctioned two cryptocurrency exchanges, accusing them of laundering millions for Iran's Revolutionary Guard. The exchanges are based in Georgia, the UAE, and Iran.
Industry leaders from Pantera Capital, DCG, and Ava Labs discussed the steady shift toward institutional blockchain adoption, the practical intersection of AI and Web3, and the global impact of real-world asset tokenization.
Elon Musk forecasts that AI and robotics will render money unnecessary by 2036 due to massive productivity, though fiscal obligations and resource limits indicate value will concentrate in hard assets.
A mild coordinated red session across the watchlist. BTC $64,298 (-0.8%), ETH $1,904.70 (-0.4%), SOL $72.92 (-1.4%).
Crypto wrench attacks—where criminals threaten physical harm to force victims to transfer funds—have stolen over $30M in 2026. Data leaks and threats to relatives are widening the physical risks facing crypto holders, with only 12 of 46 documented attempts resulting in payment.
Zeus Wallet, a self-custodial Bitcoin Lightning Network wallet, was taken offline after a cyberattack. Founder Evan Kaloudis confirmed no customer funds were lost and no Lightning Network vulnerability was found. Users are advised to wait for official updates before attempting to access their wallets.
Blockchain.com has obtained a VASP custody license in the Cayman Islands, adding to its recent regulatory approvals in Europe. This move strengthens its position as a regulated crypto service provider in key global markets.
Federal prosecutors have charged Taj Tarsha, founder of an NFT startup, with misusing $10 million in investor funds for personal expenses. This case highlights ongoing concerns about transparency and accountability in the crypto sector.
The US Senate will vote on the CLARITY Act, a bill aimed at regulating cryptocurrencies, this week. Senate Banking Committee Chair Tim Scott confirmed the vote, despite a narrow voting window. The bill seeks to provide clear guidelines for crypto businesses and investors.
Tether, the company behind the USDT stablecoin, is entering Saudi Arabia's market with a focus on tokenizing institutional real estate assets. This move marks Tether's first venture into the Middle East and highlights the growing trend of tokenizing real-world assets on blockchain.
A volunteer group using AI to scan Bitcoin's codebase found 85 critical bugs, averaging one per hour per person. The group described the situation as 'extremely bad,' raising concerns about the security and stability of the world's largest cryptocurrency.
Speaking at the Rare Evo conference, Digital Chamber executive Cody Carbone warned that a 616-page U.S. crypto market structure bill faces a critical deadline before the August Senate recess. Securing the necessary 60 votes hinges heavily on resolving ethics negotiations between lawmakers and the White House.
Former Bitfarms developer and current Bitcoin research analyst Allard Ping breaks down how structural leverage and international economics principles caused STRC to drop below its $100 target.
Investment manager Larry Lepard argues that exponential U.S. debt growth mathematically obligates central banks to expand the money supply, making hard assets like Bitcoin essential hedges against systemic risk.
A mild green session with ETH leading. BTC $64,804 (+1.0%), ETH $1,910.33 (+2.2%), SOL $73.73 (-0.4%).
Western Union is introducing Stablecard, a stablecoin-linked payment card, across 37 markets. This move targets cross-border payments and consumers in volatile economies seeking US dollar-denominated savings.
A recent hack on the Coldcard hardware wallet revealed a five-year-old firmware vulnerability. The incident has spurred the crypto industry to adopt more robust security measures, particularly around collaborative multisig setups. Cory Klippsten, a prominent Bitcoin advocate, is leading the charge for improved security standards.
A security flaw in the Coldcard hardware wallet has analysts at Cantor Fitzgerald and FRNT Financial predicting increased demand for regulated bitcoin products, potentially benefiting custody providers and bitcoin ETFs as investors seek safer alternatives.
A major security breach has hit Coldcard, a popular Bitcoin hardware wallet, with over $100 million in Bitcoin stolen. The hack is ongoing, and users are advised to take immediate precautions to secure their funds.
A security initiative found 85 critical vulnerabilities across 390 Bitcoin-related open-source projects. The effort was spurred by a Coldcard exploit that led to $100 million in losses. The team used AI to scan for flaws, filing 4,962 total findings. This highlights the ongoing need for rigorous security in Bitcoin infrastructure.
Boltz, a non-custodial Bitcoin swap provider, has temporarily shut down because AI tools are discovering vulnerabilities faster than its team can patch them. This highlights the growing challenge of securing decentralized finance (DeFi) platforms against automated attacks.
Bitcoin saw 890,000 BTC moved in the past week, the highest activity of 2026, amid a security breach involving Coldcard wallets. Analysts at K33 suggest this could signal a potential market bottom.