The task force would investigate how many digital currencies are being traded, the number of exchanges in New York and how crypto affects the state and local tax receipts, among other priorities. Source link
Ten countries launched a joint operation to disrupt LockBit in February 2024, saying the group had caused billions of dollars in damage to individuals and key infrastructure. Source link
Bitcoin has crossed back above $98,000 after dipping slightly when US President Donald Trump announced tariffs on aluminum and steel as part of an escalating US trade war. Source link
Santiment’s social tracker shows top layer-1 blockchains are dominating 44% of the discussion on social media, while the top six memecoins are at 4%. Source link
A search of the apartment in the Spanish town of Estepona where the broker was held by the kidnappers uncovered two firearms, knives, drugs and over $10,000 in cash. Source link
Crypto markets have been steadily recovering after a brief dip in the wake of more tariff announcements from US President Donald Trump. Source link
Pertsev has been working on his appeal after being found guilty of money laundering by a Dutch court in May 2024 — receiving five years and four months. Source link
El Salvador’s total Bitcoin stockpile has grown again and now stands at 6,068 Bitcoin, currently worth over $554 million. Source link
Both Canada and Mexico have agreed to implement policies to stop the flow of illegal drugs and immigration into the US after a phone call with US President Donald Trump. Source link
Tesla has used a new crypto accounting rule to book a nearly $600 million net gain on its Bitcoin holdings in the fourth quarter of 2024. Source link