Google Cloud Identifies North Korea-Linked Crypto Malware Campaign
Mandiant, operating under Google Cloud, reported a surge in North Korea-linked social engineering attacks targeting crypto and fintech firms with new malware strains.
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Hong Kong Approves Crypto Margin Financing and Perpetuals
Hong Kong’s securities regulator will allow licensed brokers to offer digital asset margin financing and set rules for crypto perpetual contracts for professional investors.
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European Parliament Backs Digital Euro to Bolster Monetary Sovereignty
European lawmakers endorsed the European Central Bank’s digital euro project, framing it as a strategic tool to strengthen monetary sovereignty and reduce reliance on foreign payment providers.
Sam Bankman-Fried Seeks New FTX Fraud Trial on Witness Claims
Sam Bankman-Fried has asked a federal court to grant a new trial in the FTX fraud case, citing newly available witness testimony he argues could undermine his conviction.
Gemini Exit Raises Doubts Over UK Crypto Hub Ambitions
Gemini’s decision to withdraw from the UK, EU, and Australia has intensified industry concerns that slow, overlapping regulation is undermining Britain’s crypto hub strategy.
Bitcoin ETFs Extend Rebound as $145M in Fresh Inflows Hit Market
US spot Bitcoin ETFs attracted $145 million in new inflows as Bitcoin hovered near $70,000, adding to signs that institutional selling pressure is easing.
Ripple Expands Institutional Custody Platform with Staking and Security Integrations
Ripple has added new security and staking integrations to its institutional custody platform, aiming to simplify deployment for banks and regulated custodians.
Bernstein Calls Bitcoin Sell-Off Weakest Bear Case on Record
Bernstein analysts maintained a $150,000 Bitcoin target for 2026, arguing the recent sell-off reflects a confidence shock rather than structural market stress.
Jump Trading to Back Kalshi and Polymarket as Market Maker
Jump Trading is set to provide market-making services to Kalshi and Polymarket in exchange for equity stakes, deepening institutional involvement in prediction markets.
Telegram Introduces Mira AI Assistant with Blockchain and Payments Roadmap
Telegram has launched Mira, a blockchain-based AI assistant integrated into chats, as the platform expands into AI services alongside crypto payments and commerce infrastructure.
Saylor’s Strategy Buys $90M in Bitcoin Below Market Cost Basis
Michael Saylor’s Strategy added $90 million in Bitcoin as prices traded below the company’s average acquisition cost, reinforcing its long-term accumulation approach amid market volatility.