The recent explosion in prediction markets is attracting attention from everywhere Gemini Space Station Inc., the cryptocurrency exchange founded by Tyler and Cameron Winklevoss, is preparing to enter the growing world of prediction markets. According to Bloomberg, the company has filed with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) to operate a derivatives exchange that would
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Cryptocurrency Cyberattacks Traced Back to Cybersecurity Firms
Two employees at two firms have been indicted for their roles in the attacks Federal prosecutors have charged two former cybersecurity professionals accused of orchestrating ransomware attacks against several US companies while employed at firms that specialized in defending against such crimes. The indictment alleges the pair used their insider knowledge of ransom negotiations to
Crypto VC Animoca Brands Plans Public Launch on Nasdaq
A reverse merger with an established FinTech company will allow Animoca to make the move Animoca Brands, one of the largest venture capital firms in the crypto sector, is preparing to go public on Nasdaq through a reverse merger with fintech and AI company Currenc Group. The two companies announced that they have signed a
Coinbase Remains at the Top of the List for US Cryptocurrency Exchanges
The company’s position as the only publicly traded crypto exchange gives it an edge Coinbase continues to dominate the US cryptocurrency exchange landscape, solidifying its position as the country’s most trusted and widely used platform. The company’s status as the only publicly traded crypto exchange gives it a distinct advantage, allowing investors and regulators greater
Mastercard Could Acquire Crypto Infrastructure Startup Zerohash for up to $2B
The move would be one of the largest Mastercard has made into the cryptocurrency space Mastercard is reportedly in advanced negotiations to acquire crypto infrastructure startup ZeroHash in a deal valued between $1.5 billion and $2 billion, according to multiple sources familiar with the talks. The potential acquisition would mark one of the payment giant’s
Visa Adds Support for Four New Stablecoins on Four Blockchains
The financial services company has continued to expand deeper into crypto this year Visa is expanding its footprint in digital payments by adding support for four new stablecoins across four separate blockchains. The announcement came during the company’s fourth-quarter earnings call, where CEO Ryan McInerney highlighted growing demand for stablecoin transactions among consumers and businesses.
Lawmaker Hopes to Keep President Trump from Trading in Cryptocurrency
Rep. Ro Khanna of California sees a conflict of interest that she wants to avoid A US lawmaker has aimed at barring President Donald Trump, his family, and members of Congress from trading cryptocurrency or stocks. Rep. Ro Khanna of California made the announcement during an interview on MSNBC, expressing concern over what he described
Mt. Gox Delays Payouts, Cites Incorrect Paperwork
The trustee handling the Bitcoin exchange’s payouts delays them by a full year Mt. Gox, the Bitcoin exchange that collapsed over a decade ago, has once again delayed its long-awaited repayments to creditors, extending the deadline by another year. According to a notice released Monday, the new repayment date is now set for October 31,
US President Donald Trump Follows Through on Pardon of Binance Founder
Changpeng Zhao has been released following the President’s intervention President Donald Trump granted a full pardon to Binance founder Changpeng Zhao on Wednesday, marking a dramatic turn in one of the most high-profile crypto-related cases in US history. The announcement came through White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, who said the decision aimed to correct
Global Retail Crypto Use Is Expanding Rapidly
A review by TRM Labs shows that more crypto is being used in commerce than ever before Global retail crypto adoption has grown at an unprecedented pace, with transactions jumping more than 125% between January and September 2025, according to a report by TRM Labs. The blockchain intelligence firm attributes the surge to clearer regulations,
British Columbia Looks To Curb Cryptocurrency Mining
The Canadian province wants to reduce pressure on its hydroelectric power grid British Columbia is preparing to implement a permanent ban on new cryptocurrency mining connections to its hydroelectric power grid, a move aimed at managing electricity demand and protecting long-term energy sustainability. The provincial government announced the new policy on Monday, explaining that crypto
US Government Seizes $15B in Bitcoin From ‘Pig Butchering’ Scam
The leader of the scam, Chen Zhi, remains at large The US government has seized roughly $15 billion in Bitcoin linked to one of the largest global cryptocurrency fraud schemes ever uncovered. Federal prosecutors allege the digital assets were tied to a “pig butchering” scam — a criminal network blending romance fraud, forced labor, and











