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Miami Crypto Entrepreneur Arrested in Manhattan Cryptocurrency Torture Case

A Miami resident involved in cryptocurrency has been arrested for his role in the three-week kidnapping and torture of an Italian tourist in a luxury Manhattan apartment. Many similar crypto criminal cases have been unveiled, which raises concerns over crypto holders’ security. Growing Concern About Security As Crypto-Related Violence Increases

May 28, 2025 2 mins read

El Salvador Buys More Bitcoin Following IMF Agreement Announcement

El Salvador refused to obey the IMF for the second time by purchasing more Bitcoins following the IMF’s announcement of its agreement with the country. The Bitcoin Office of the country announced that it purchased 8 more Bitcoins after the IMF said it will ensure the country’s BTC holdings remain

May 28, 2025 2 mins read

Block Inc. to Launch Bitcoin Payments on Square via Lightning Network

Block Inc. is planning to launch Bitcoin payments on Square, the payment processing arm of the firm. The rollout will start this year ahead of a full introduction in the next year. The firm publicized the plan at the Bitcoin 2025 conference in Las Vegas on May 27.  The firm

May 28, 2025 2 mins read

Bitget Launches BGUSD Stablecoin Offering, Bridges DeFi and TradFi

Users can get into BGUSD using stablecoins like USDC or USDT, and if they ever want out, they can swap back 1:1 for USDC — no stress. For the early birds, Bitget’s throwing in a limited-time 30-day promo with a 5% yield, giving crypto users a solid way to earn

May 27, 2025 3 mins read

Blockchain.com Expands into Africa as Crypto Regulation Evolves

Africa is emerging as a strategic frontier for global crypto players, and Blockchain.com is positioning itself to capitalize on this shift. As some African nations begin to relax their stance and introduce regulations, crypto wallet and exchange platforms are making plans to expand in key markets such as Nigeria, Ghana,

May 27, 2025 2 mins read

Thailand Opens Doors to Crypto Payments for Tourists

Thailand is rolling out a new plan that will let foreign tourists spend cryptocurrencies during their stay—without putting pressure on the Thai baht. The move, announced by Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira at the “Dailynews Talk 2025” seminar on May 26, marks a strategic shift to make

May 27, 2025 3 mins read

12 Kidnappers Arrested in Paris Linked to Crypto Ransom Cases

French authorities have detained more than twelve people in connection with two prominent cryptocurrency kidnapping cases in Paris. Among those arrested are several minors charged with kidnapping, attempted kidnapping, and criminal conspiracy. These arrests followed coordinated raids carried out by the Brigade for the Suppression of Banditry early Monday morning,

May 27, 2025 2 mins read
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