Abu Dhabi’s sovereign wealth fund Mubadala has reported a substantial increase in its stake in BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT). According to a U.S. SEC 13F filing dated March 31, 2025, the fund now holds 8,726,972 IBIT shares, up from 8,235,533 shares reported at the end of 2024. The latest
One of the world’s top cryptocurrency exchanges, Coinbase, is reeling from a major cyberattack that could cost the company as much as $400 million. The breach, which compromised less than 1% of its user data, involved a scheme where hackers bribed Coinbase contractors and employees to gain unauthorized access to
JP Morgan analysts say Bitcoin has stronger upside potential than gold heading into the second half of 2025. In a recent note, they cited fresh corporate interest and growing state-level support as key drivers of the asset’s sustained rally. The analysts believe crypto-related catalysts may fuel further gains and extend
Federal authorities have issued an urgent warning about sophisticated deepfake scams targeting high-profile individuals across the government and cryptocurrency sectors. The FBI reported yesterday that hackers are employing artificial intelligence to impersonate senior U.S. officials in an elaborate phishing campaign that began in April. Government Officials and Crypto Founders Under
The executive chairman of Meliuz has announced that his fintech company has become the first publicly-traded Bitcoin Treasury company of Brazil. The company got shareholder approval, and it also purchased $28.4 million worth of Bitcoin. The chief executive officer of Meliuz, Israel Salemen, announced through X on May 15 that
Cryptocurrency has emerged as one of the most disruptive technologies of the 21st century. With blockchain providing decentralization, transparency, and security, a tidal wave of retail investors have entered the crypto space, looking to catch the next bull cycle or discover the next high profile token. But not all that
Coinbase, the largest publicly traded cryptocurrency exchange in the U.S., has placed a $20 million bounty on cybercriminals who tried to blackmail the company. The attackers demanded a ransom of the same amount in Bitcoin, threatening to leak sensitive customer data if the exchange refused to comply. Rather than giving
By launching its Private Hub, Nexo is bringing high-touch, in-app cryptocurrency services to investors who want direct access to professional assistance and customized solutions. The decision was made in response to the company’s growing clientele of customers with portfolios worth over $100,000 who want direct access to over-the-counter (OTC) services and
Nasdaq-listed blockchain firm BTCS Inc. is gearing up to make a major move in the cryptocurrency market by raising $57.8 million through a new agreement with ATW Partners. The funds will be used solely to purchase Ethereum (ETH), which the company describes as a “foundational” asset currently at a critical
Mastercard has partnered with MoonPay to launch a payment card which will allow users to transact with stablecoins at around 150 million merchants worldwide. This collaboration marks another step in Mastercard’s growing commitment to crypto, even as regulatory questions linger over stablecoins. Mastercard and MoonPay Join Forces to Expand Stablecoin
