Crypto

Goldman Sachs files for Bitcoin Premium Income ETF amid market volatility

Coinbase CEO predicts G20 nations to adopt Bitcoin reserves soon

US and Israeli airstrikes on Iran intensify, Bitcoin drops below $72K

Cosmos researcher drops high‑severity CometBFT zero‑day securing over $8B

Security researcher Doyeon Park has publicly disclosed a critical zero-day vulnerability in CometBFT, the consensus mechanism underlying Cosmos blockchain infrastructure securing over $8 billion in value. The high-severity flaw can stall Cosmos chains and highlights significant disclosure gaps in cryptocurrency core infrastructure security practices.

Iran Scammers Demand Bitcoin, USDT for Transit Through Strait of Hormuz: Report

Scammers impersonating Iranian authorities are targeting commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz by demanding Bitcoin and USDT payments for fake transit clearances as regional tensions persist. The scheme exploits geopolitical uncertainty and the cryptocurrency's use in sanctions-evasion, raising security concerns for maritime operators and highlighting cryptocurrency's role in conflict zones.

Bitcoin $80K target odds rise as BlackRock ETF sees $8.4B inflows

BlackRock's Bitcoin ETF has attracted $8.4 billion in inflows, strengthening the case for Bitcoin reaching $80,000 as institutional adoption accelerates. This influx of capital signals growing confidence in cryptocurrency among traditional finance players and could significantly influence Bitcoin's price trajectory.

Cryptomus Likely Launched Heleket to Evade FINTRAC’s Record CAD 177M Penalty, TRM Analysis Finds

TRM Labs analysis reveals that Cryptomus likely created Heleket as a successor platform to circumvent FINTRAC's record CAD 177 million penalty, with both services sharing identical operators and infrastructure. Heleket demonstrates illicit transaction ratios five times higher than typical payment providers, with both platforms historically relying on sanctioned Russian exchange Garantex for liquidity.

NASDAQ to tokenize all listed stocks by 2026, shifting fees to blockchain

NASDAQ plans to tokenize all listed stocks by 2026, migrating trading infrastructure to blockchain and shifting fee models accordingly. This move aims to enhance market transparency, reduce settlement times, and integrate traditional equity markets with decentralized finance infrastructure.

Grinex hack blows a hole in Russia’s sanctions‑evading crypto lifeline

Grinex, a major Russian cryptocurrency exchange facilitating sanctions evasion, has shut down following a suspected state-linked cyberattack that resulted in a $13 million theft. The closure represents a significant disruption to Russia's ability to convert rubles into cryptocurrency and circumvent Western financial restrictions.

Morgan Stanley’s Bitcoin ETF sees $100M inflows in first week

Morgan Stanley's Bitcoin ETF attracted $100 million in inflows during its first week of operation, signaling growing institutional interest in cryptocurrency. This development could accelerate mainstream adoption and potentially support higher Bitcoin valuations as traditional financial institutions expand their digital asset offerings.

Trump’s Iran bomb warning puts oil, Bitcoin and crypto risk back in play

Trump's threat of military escalation against Iran if ceasefire negotiations fail has reignited concerns about geopolitical risk premiums in crypto markets. The warning underscores Bitcoin's historical correlation with international tensions and revives debate about cryptocurrency's purported safe-haven status during times of conflict.

Circle’s delayed response aids North Korean hackers in $230M crypto theft

Circle's delayed response to a security incident enabled North Korean hackers to successfully steal $230 million in cryptocurrency, exposing critical vulnerabilities in crypto platform security infrastructure. The breach has intensified regulatory scrutiny of the industry and eroded investor confidence in custodial solutions.

Bitmine buys 101,627 ETH for $230M as hedge against US-Iran conflict

Bitmine purchased 101,627 ETH for approximately $230 million, positioning the acquisition as a hedge against potential US-Iran geopolitical conflict. This move exemplifies cryptocurrency's growing adoption as a store of value during periods of international tension and geopolitical uncertainty.

Nearly $1 billion in bitcoin ETF inflows power bull case as Kelp hack fuels DeFi jitters

Bitcoin ETF inflows totaling nearly $1 billion signal continued institutional demand and strengthen the bull case for cryptocurrency markets, while a significant security breach at Kelp DAO has triggered concerns about DeFi protocol vulnerabilities and smart contract risks.

Crypto market sees $400M liquidation amid geopolitical tensions

The cryptocurrency market experienced a $400 million liquidation event triggered by escalating geopolitical tensions, underscoring the sector's exposure to macroeconomic shocks and global instability. This incident highlights how external geopolitical factors can rapidly destabilize crypto markets through forced liquidations and investor panic.

Asset managers hold over 1.5M Bitcoin amid US-Iran tensions

Asset managers have accumulated over 1.5 million Bitcoin as geopolitical tensions between the US and Iran intensify, reinforcing cryptocurrency's emerging role as a hedge against macroeconomic instability and currency devaluation. This accumulation pattern suggests institutional investors are positioning Bitcoin as a store of value alternative amid escalating global uncertainty.

Bitcoin, ether, solana slide, oil jumps on renewed U.S.-Iran war risks

Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies experienced modest declines as Iran reimposed controls over the Strait of Hormuz, escalating U.S.-Iran tensions. While crypto markets showed resilience with Bitcoin down only 1.6%, oil prices surged 5.7%, highlighting divergent risk-on sentiment across asset classes.

Bitcoin falls below $75K as US-Iran peace talks collapse

Bitcoin declined below $75,000 following the collapse of US-Iran peace negotiations, signaling heightened geopolitical tensions that threaten market stability. The breakdown in diplomatic efforts introduces macroeconomic uncertainty that constrains cryptocurrency's upside potential in the near term.

'Think Even Bigger': Michael Saylor Teases Strategy's 800,000 BTC Milestone After $2 Billion Bitcoin Buy This Week

Michael Saylor has announced a new strategic phase for his organization following a $2 billion Bitcoin purchase completed in 11 days, with on-chain data suggesting the accumulation may have brought total holdings to approximately 800,000 BTC. The announcement of an 'even bigger' strategy indicates plans for continued aggressive Bitcoin acquisition at scale.

RaveDAO's RAVE token collapses 90% in a day as exchange probes widen

RaveDAO's RAVE token experienced a catastrophic 90% price collapse within 24 hours, plummeting from $27.33 on Friday to $1.15 by Sunday and erasing over $5 billion in market capitalization. The crash coincides with ongoing investigations by major exchanges Binance and Bitget, signaling potential regulatory or operational concerns that triggered the market panic.

Iran Ceasefire Drives Bitcoin Above $75,000, But Can It Push BTC To $100,000?

Bitcoin surged above $75,000 following easing Middle East tensions, including a 10-day Israel-Lebanon ceasefire and Iran's reopening of the Strait of Hormuz to commercial shipping. These geopolitical developments reduced oil prices and risk premiums, driving capital inflows into cryptocurrency markets and raising questions about whether BTC can sustain momentum toward $100,000.

Iran accepts Bitcoin for oil tolls in Strait of Hormuz, stablecoins dominate

Iran has begun accepting Bitcoin for oil transit tolls through the Strait of Hormuz, signaling an attempt to circumvent traditional financial sanctions and Western payment systems. This development highlights cryptocurrency's growing role in geopolitical maneuvering while raising questions about market stability as stablecoins increasingly dominate such transactions.

Iran closes Strait of Hormuz, Bitcoin drops from $78K amid tensions

Iran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz amid geopolitical tensions triggered a Bitcoin price decline from $78,000, exposing cryptocurrency markets' sensitivity to macroeconomic and geopolitical shocks. The incident underscores the broader challenge of market resilience in the face of external disruptions.

Iran closes Strait of Hormuz, Bitcoin and Ethereum prices drop

Iran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz has triggered a significant geopolitical crisis that reverberates through global financial markets, including cryptocurrency. Bitcoin and Ethereum prices declined in response to the escalating tensions and broader market uncertainty, as investors reassess risk exposure amid potential disruptions to international trade and energy markets.

Ethereum-backed project uncovers 100 North Korean operatives in crypto firms

An Ethereum-backed project has identified approximately 100 North Korean operatives embedded within cryptocurrency firms, raising concerns about state-sponsored infiltration of the digital asset sector. This discovery is likely to trigger stricter regulatory oversight and compliance requirements across the crypto industry, potentially reshaping operational practices and market dynamics.