Author: Nakamura Haruto

Bithumb adds SOPH in the Korean won market, strengthening its local market strategy ahead of IPO plans.

BitMEX blocks Lazarus Group phishing attack, preventing potential security breach and financial loss.

South Korea witnesses first institutional crypto sale post ban lift under new regulations.

Michael Saylor hints at imminent large-scale Bitcoin purchase, impacting BTC price and market sentiment.

Michael Saylor hints at another Bitcoin purchase, impacting market prices and MicroStrategy’s stock.

Zcash votes on six proposals for ecosystem development funding, impacting future grants and projects.

TON blockchain resumes operations after a 40-minute glitch, ensuring user funds remain safe amid minor market reactions.

TON blockchain resumes operations following a 40-minute outage with no loss to users’ funds.

Arthur Hayes forecasts Bitcoin reaching $250,000 by year-end amid US Federal Reserve’s monetary policy shifts.

Ontology and Ontology Gas staking support ends on Exodus Wallet by July 13, 2025, affecting user liquidity and asset migration.

GT Protocol shifts focus to AI agents in Web3, garnering industry accolades.

Focus on wealthy donors using donor-advised funds for crypto donations, increasing privacy concerns.

Ross Ulbricht auctions personal items after presidential pardon, raising $1.8M in Bitcoin.

MediBloc’s 9th token swap finalized. Tokens transitioned to mainnet MED, impacting only legacy holders.

MediBloc announces completion of its 7th token swap, with no confirmation of a 9th, affecting only ecosystem tokens.

Gen Z prioritizes technology and financial security; potential impact on crypto-enabled health systems explored.

Apple’s iPhone discounts lead to a rise in foreign phone sales in China, according to CAICT data.

Panama City’s Mayor announces cryptocurrency acceptance for taxes, leveraging Bitcoin and Ethereum for municipal payments.

Trump withdraws NASA nomination of Jared Isaacman, a Musk ally, amid scrutiny over ties with SpaceX and White House.

NAACP urges halt of xAI’s Memphis data center, citing environmental concerns. Key players and community responses analyzed.

Westpac deploys AI to combat scams, enhancing financial security in Australia.

Ross Ulbricht auctioned his prison memorabilia, raising $1.8 million in Bitcoin, reflecting ongoing crypto community interest.

Bitcoin surpasses $104,300 as tariff tensions incite market volatility, causing substantial liquidations.

Brazilian fintech Méliuz announces $78M equity offering to buy Bitcoin amid share price drop.

Bitcoin holder kidnapped and tortured in New York for 17 days; suspects facing serious charges.

Michael Saylor’s Bitcoin acquisition strategy drives global corporate interest, impacting Bitcoin markets significantly.

BNB sees a 4% decline, bringing attention to global trade tensions and market reactions in the crypto sector.

Dogecoin experiences an 8% drop in a broader crypto market correction, with negative trends in major cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum.

Bithumb stops REI token deposits and withdrawals, joining other exchanges amid a network upgrade to enhance security features.

Bithumb suspends REI Network token deposits/withdrawals amid technical updates. Latest details, market reactions, and historical context covered.

Bithumb temporarily suspends REI Network transactions due to network issues, affecting South Korean crypto exchanges.

South Korea’s Dunamu addresses regulatory sanctions, impacting Upbit’s user onboarding. Significant market implications and financial strategies are explored.

Ether and Solana staking ETFs might be launched soon in North America, attracting institutional interest and potential market shifts.

Uphold collaborates with Flare Networks to introduce XRP yield offerings, enhancing DeFi access.

BitMEX hit by LinkedIn scam linked to North Korea’s Lazarus Group, posing security risks without immediate financial loss.

XT.COM launches BeyondTrade vision, expanding its ecosystem and security features in the cryptocurrency market.

SEC clarifies crypto staking, impacting Ethereum and PoS assets, offering new regulatory pathways for ETFs in the US.

Thailand SEC to ban Bybit and OKX exchanges by June 2025 for operating unlawfully.

U.S. Treasury sanctions Huione Group for laundering billions, including $37 million in crypto linked to DPRK cyber crimes.

OpenSea releases OS2, enhancing on-chain asset support across 19 blockchains, with SEA token anticipated.

DCG survey reveals majority support for decentralized AI in the US, highlighting significant public sentiment towards AI policy changes.

MBX confirms gMBXL support termination, but official communications remain silent, leaving stakeholders questioning the implications.

Bitcoin price falls below key support on Tokocrypto, impacting major assets and trader sentiment.

Bitget announces SOPH token listing on May 28, marking a significant step for crypto innovators.

Bybit renames the PumpBTC ticker to PUMPBTC, aligning the token’s identity with its Bitcoin liquid staking protocol.

OKX updates margin and discount rate tiers for ETH, BETH, STETH in April-May 2025 to improve liquidity.

The SEC clarifies proof-of-stake staking activities do not constitute securities, impacting Ethereum and other PoS networks. Market reactions and implications unfold.

US Congress introduces the Clarity Act, aiming to define crypto regulatory structures under SEC and CFTC supervision.

SEC dismisses its 2023 lawsuit against Binance and CZ, marking a shift in crypto regulation strategy.

VP Vance aims to eliminate government adversaries of cryptocurrency, reshaping regulatory landscape.