Tags: #FINANCE
Fugitive foreigner sentenced in the U.S. to 20 years for $73 million crypto scam
A U.S. judge has sentenced Daren Li to 20 years in prison for orchestrating a significant cryptocurrency fraud that resulted in losses totaling $73 million. The fraudulent scheme…
2/10/2026 2 min read
OTHER #FINANCE #CRYPTO SCAMS #TRM LABS
LMAX unveils new exchange to break the wall down between crypto and FX
LMAX has introduced a new trading platform named Omnia, which aims to bridge the gap between cryptocurrency and foreign exchange (FX) markets. This innovative exchange allows…
2/10/2026 2 min read
EXCHANGE #EXCHANGE #FINANCE #LMAX GROUP
Crypto.com founder buys ai.com for record $70 million: FT
The founder of Crypto.com, Kris Marszalek, has made headlines by purchasing the domain ai.com for a significant sum. This acquisition is part of his foray into the artificial…
2/9/2026 3 min read
OTHER #OTHER #FINANCE #KRIS MARSZALEK
Block weighs cutting up to 10% of jobs: Bloomberg
Block, a financial technology and digital payments company, has informed hundreds of employees that their positions may be at risk due to a significant organizational…
2/8/2026 2 min read
OTHER #OTHER #FINANCE #BLOCK
SOL-focused Forward Industries has had a tough run, but CIO says it's positioned for success
Forward Industries, a company focused on the Solana blockchain, has faced challenges in the current market environment. Despite these difficulties, the Chief Investment Officer…
2/7/2026 3 min read
SOL #REGULATION #SOL #DIGITAL ASSET TREASURY
Forget the bank account: EY warns firms they must own the wallet to keep their customers
EY Digital Assets leaders Mark Nichols and Rebecca Carvatt emphasize the evolving significance of digital wallets in the financial landscape. They assert that these wallets have…
2/7/2026 2 min read
FIAT #FIAT #FINANCE #EY
Crypto's eligibility for 401k retirement funds is under fire after brutal market rout wipes out $2 trillion
The recent downturn in the cryptocurrency market, which has resulted in a significant loss of value, has raised concerns about the suitability of cryptocurrencies for inclusion…
2/6/2026 2 min read
MARKET #MARKET #FINANCE #COINDESK WEALTH
Russia’s largest bank, Sberbank, prepares to issue crypto-backed loans
Sberbank, the largest bank in Russia, has announced its intention to provide loans that are backed by cryptocurrency. This decision follows a pilot agreement with a mining firm…
2/6/2026 2 min read
FIAT #FIAT #MINING #REGULATION
Bitcoin crashed to $55,000 on Bithumb after exchange accidentally airdropped users 2,000 BTC
Bitcoin experienced a significant price drop on South Korea's Bithumb exchange due to an internal error involving the distribution of rewards. This incident resulted in users…
2/6/2026 2 min read
BTC #ASIA #BTC #EXCHANGE
Bitfarms shares surge after it ditches its 'bitcoin company' identity and doubles down on AI with U.S. move
Bitfarms, a company previously recognized for its focus on Bitcoin mining, has announced a strategic shift in its business model. The company will now concentrate on developing…
2/6/2026 3 min read
BTC #BTC #FINANCE #BITFARMS
Tether invests $100 million in U.S.-regulated crypto bank Anchorage
Tether has made a significant investment in Anchorage Digital, a U.S.-regulated crypto bank, committing $100 million. This investment is particularly noteworthy as Anchorage…
2/5/2026 2 min read
MARKET #FIAT #MARKET #USDT
Multicoin Capital co-founder Kyle Samani steps down after nearly a decade to pursue other areas of tech
Kyle Samani, co-founder of Multicoin Capital, has announced his decision to step down after nearly a decade with the firm. He will be shifting his focus to other areas within the…
2/5/2026 2 min read
SOL #REGULATION #SOL #DIGITAL ASSET TREASURY