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Grayscale Bitcoin Trust (GBTC) Almost Hits New 2023 Highs

The “OG” institutional Bitcoin investment vehicle seems to have gained value as a result of BlackRock’s Bitcoin aspirations. According to data compiled by tracking platform CoinGlass, the Grayscale Bitcoin Trust (GBTC) came dangerously close to new all-time highs on June 17. Late last week, when word spread that the biggest

June 18, 2023 1 min read

ZachXBT Received a Defamation Lawsuit From Jeffrey Huang

Earlier Today, Machi Big Brother (known as Jeffrey Huang), a web3 pseudonym filed a lawsuit against ZachXBT (known for Zachary), an internet on-chain sleuth. The reason for the lawsuit is defamation in an article written by Zachary on June 2022. However, the lawsuit claimed from the U.S. District Court for

June 17, 2023 2 mins read

Binance Flexible Loan Announces the Delisting of PEPE as a Borrowable Asset

In a notable shift, Binance has opted to delist PEPE as a borrowable asset. Consequently, this change in Binance’s Flexible Loan offerings signals an intriguing shift in the platform’s asset management strategy. As per Binance’s announcement, this strategic decision will culminate on June 21, 2023, at 08:00 (UTC). Hence, users

June 17, 2023 1 min read

SEC’s Enforcement Chief Opposes Crypto-Cracking Criticism

As per the Reuters, it is said the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (U.S. SEC) has refused the crypto breakdown criticism and condemned the securities laws which are breached, on Friday.  In New York, Gubir Grewal, the chief director of SEC enforcement stated that this criticism is imposed as

June 17, 2023 2 mins read

Another Update on Sam Bankman Fried’s Court Filing

The FTX crypto exchange has severe charges due to the bankruptcy faced. As per the court filing, the federal prosecutors are processing to withdraw the charges imposed on FTX and the founder, Sam Bankman Fried.  According to the court report, over 13 accusations against Bankman Fried were filed. Furthermore, Bankman

June 16, 2023 1 min read

NYAG’s Crackdown on Unregistered Crypto Exchange CoinEx

CoinEx, the Hong Kong-based crypto exchange, has been banned from operating in New York by Attorney General Letitia James. NYAG mentioned that the crypto exchange has failed to register as a broker-dealer. So the authorities shut down the crypto exchange. 🚨There are serious consequences for ignoring New York laws. As

June 16, 2023 2 mins read

Insolvent Voyager Digital All Set To Enable Partial Fund Withdrawals

Nearly a year after filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, cryptocurrency brokerage Voyager Digital is getting ready to restore its app and enable users to finally withdraw their funds. In a court filing dated June 14, Paul Hage, administrator of Voyager’s bankruptcy plan, stated that the withdrawal period would begin between

June 15, 2023 1 min read

Crypto Brokerage Firm FPG Halts Withdrawals Post $20M Exploit

Floating Point Group, a crypto brokerage firm, reported on June 12 that it has suspended trading, withdrawals, and deposits after a hack on June 11. The entire loss from the assault, according to FPG’s estimations, is between $15 and $20 million. Moreover, after identifying the security compromise, FPG reportedly locked

June 15, 2023 1 min read

Court Orders Extradition of Do Kwon to South Korea Post Bail Approval

According to those acquainted with the case, the Montenegro High Court has granted bail to Terra co-founder Do Kwon and former CFO Han Chang-joon. The High Court judge who oversaw the probe also determined that South Korean nationals who were being held for possible extradition to South Korea would stay

June 15, 2023 2 mins read

Ripple Partners With Columbian Central Bank Over CBDC Adoption

The Colombian Central Bank, Banco de la Republica, and the blockchain payments startup Ripple Labs Inc have signed a strategic cooperation agreement to research the potential applications of blockchain technology in the realm of Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC). Peersyst Technology, a specialist blockchain technology startup, and the Ministry of

June 15, 2023 2 mins read