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Recession Warning: Could Crypto Crash Even Harder?

The $1.5B Bybit hack by North Korea’s Lazarus Group exposes crypto security flaws. The US seizes Hamas-linked crypto, tightening anti-terror finance laws. Korea’s top exchanges launch corporate accounts, aiming for $31.2B in investments. FDIC allows US banks to engage in crypto. India’s ₹200 Cr scam in Assam highlights crypto fraud risks. Ziglu unveils a crypto debit card. Meanwhile, a recession threat looms, dragging Bitcoin down 24%.
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Ethereum’s Pectra Upgrade: What It Means for You

GameStop is holding Bitcoin in its treasury, signaling growing corporate adoption. Wyoming plans to launch its own state-backed stablecoin by July. Ethereum’s Pectra upgrade is live on Hoodi Testnet, paving the way for major improvements. Fidelity is preparing its own stablecoin, expanding into tokenized Treasuries. Meanwhile, stablecoins hit a record $27.6T in transfers, and a ₹75 lakh USDT fraud in India highlights crypto’s risks.
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Nubank Expands Crypto Offerings: What It Means

Trump’s firm announced a stablecoin, USD1, raising concerns over conflicts of interest. The White House is considering using gold reserves to buy Bitcoin, while BlackRock launched its first Bitcoin ETP in Europe. The crypto market remains stable with Bitcoin at $87K. GameStop’s BTC reserves boosted investor sentiment. Shiba Inu burned 1B tokens, driving speculation. Nubank expanded its crypto offerings, adding ADA, NEAR, ATOM, and ALGO, alongside new USDC pairs.
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Global Crypto Hacks and Security Concerns

 Washington is reshaping crypto policy with regulatory clarity, lifting sanctions on Tornado Cash and advancing stablecoin legislation. Trump launches USD1 stablecoin, while India debates crypto legality in court. DWF Labs introduces a $250M Web3 fund, and Vietnam proposes a crypto regulation framework. Crypto scams rise in India, Bhutan moves $63M BTC, and China may reassess its crypto stance. Global regulatory shifts and security concerns shape the industry’s future.
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Will India Lose Out in the Global Crypto Race?

India must build a crypto reserve to stay competitive. Bitcoin hits $86K, boosting market optimism. Ripple co-founder invests $1B in a private space station. Meanwhile, crypto scams in Gujarat and Thane result in ₹1.87 crore losses. Malaysia explores asset tokenization while monitoring risks. Gotbit’s founder pleads guilty to market manipulation in the U.S., forfeiting $23M in crypto. As crypto evolves, innovation and fraud go hand in hand.
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The Future of Crypto Security: Lessons from the Bybit Breach

Peter Schiff warns Bitcoin will fail as investors shift to gold. BTC trades flat ahead of the Fed rate decision, while a whale bets $368M short. The $1.5B Bybit hack exposes security flaws. Fintechs push for bank charters, and Bithumb & Upbit battle for Gangnam real estate. Swyftx expands with an NZ acquisition, and Crossmint raises $24M for crypto APIs. Exchanges hold 3M BTC, highlighting centralization concerns. Security & regulation remain key themes.
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China & India in Crypto-Powered Oil Trade with Russia

Russia plans to restrict crypto to the wealthy while using it in oil trade with China and India. Bitcoin’s stress ratio hits 0.23, signaling market strain as BTC dips to $82.4K before the Fed meeting. WazirX partners with Zodia Custody to secure its comeback. A Mumbai fraud case exposes a ₹34 lakh crypto scam. Meanwhile, Grayscale reports that US crypto adoption is driven by high-net-worth investors.
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Thailand’s $327K Crypto Mining Bust: The Dark Side of BTC Farming

Bitcoin surged post-Trump reelection, fueled by pro-crypto policies and a possible US Bitcoin reserve. Brazil proposed Bitcoin salaries, while Ghana’s president backed Solana for fintech growth. Bitcoin ETFs saw massive outflows, signaling market uncertainty. Russia allegedly uses crypto for oil trade, bypassing sanctions. Thailand cracked down on illegal mining. OKX halted its DeFi service amid EU scrutiny. As governments embrace digital assets, crypto’s role in the global economy grows.
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Bitcoin’s Turbulent Ascent: Crime, Regulation Wars, and Global Market Shift

Bitcoin fell below $82K amid Trump’s tariff decisions, while his second term hints at a pro-crypto era. Russia proposed a crypto sandbox, restricting peer-to-peer transactions. India arrested a Russian national linked to a $152B laundering scheme. A B.C. court ordered Binance and Coinbase to reveal fraudster identities in a $26M Bitcoin scam. The UK charged an NCA officer for stealing 50 Bitcoin. Meanwhile, Russia increased crypto use in oil trade to bypass sanctions.
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Crypto’s Crossroads: India’s Crackdown, Binance’s $2B Boost & the Future of Bitcoin

India arrests Russian national Aleksej Besciokov over a $2B+ crypto money-laundering scheme, while its intelligence agency warns of digital assets funding terrorism and crime. Binance secures a $2B investment from MGX, marking its first institutional backing. Meanwhile, Japan proposes stablecoin regulations, Nebraska strengthens crypto fraud oversight, and Tether’s CEO visits the U.S. as Trump softens his crypto stance. JPMorgan’s Jamie Dimon, however, remains a Bitcoin skeptic. Stay tuned!
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