Crypto-stealing malware discovered in Python Package Index — Checkmarx

Researchers at the Checkmarx cybersecurity firm sounded the alarm on a dangerous form of malware uploaded to the Python Package Index (PyPI) — a platform for Python developers to download and share code — that steals private keys, mnemonic phrases, and other sensitive user data. According to the firm, the malware was automatically uploaded by … Read more

SEC again delays decision on spot Ethereum ETF options

The United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has once again postponed ruling on whether an exchange can list options tied to spot Ether (ETH) exchange-traded funds (ETFs), according to an Oct. 11 filing. The SEC has delayed deciding on a proposed rule change permitting Cboe Exchange to list options tied to several popular spot … Read more

Dogecoin Analyst Says this $0.03 Altcoin is the ‘Next DOGE’ as it Prepares to Surge to the $0.75 Mark by Q1 2025

Dogecoin (DOGE) is gradually recovering from the start-of-October crypto market crash, which saw the altcoin sector shed significant value. Despite this bullish sign, investors are migrating to tokens that promise astronomical returns by Q1 2025.  This explains why RCO Finance (RCOF), an upcoming presale altcoin, generates massive hype. Discover why Dogecoin (DOGE) analysts and investors … Read more

Argentina Leads Latin America With $91 Billion Crypto Inflows

With over $90 billion worth in crypto inflows, Argentina has been declared Latin America’s leading market for cryptocurrency, dethroning Brazil. The growing instability and unpredictability in the economy as well as inflation has forced people of the country to explore the decentralized world of crypto, immediately making them key players in their region. In fact, … Read more

3 key metrics point to ‘up only season’ in altcoins — Analysts

According to crypto traders, many altcoins are currently displaying some “bullish patterns” that, if they play out as expected, could soon see the market enter an “up-only season. ”  “Altcoin Season Index has been forming one of the most bullish patterns for 3.5 years,” pseudonymous analyst Moustache declared in an Oct. 11 post on X.  … Read more

Blockchain data firm Arkham to launch derivatives exchange: Report

Blockchain analytics firm Arkham Intelligence reportedly plans to launch a cryptocurrency derivatives exchange as soon as next month, according to a Bloomberg report.  The exchange will target retail traders and compete with existing platforms such as Binance, Bloomberg said, citing a person familiar with the matter.  Arkham is already reportedly in the process of obtaining … Read more

Tether’s 10 years with meteoric growth, ties to US, European hurdles

Tether marked its first 10 years amid a considerable expansion in its user base. According to the stablecoin issuer, it had 350 million users on Oct. 7, an increase of 148% from its 141 million users in 2022.  Tether’s USDT (USDT) rapid growth over the past two years can be partially attributed to a tighter … Read more

Ripple co-founder donates $1 million in XRP to Harris campaign

Records from the Federal Election Commission (FEC) revealed that Ripple co-founder and executive chairman Chris Larsen contributed 1,754,815.29 XRP (XRP), valued at $1 million at the time of the donation, to the Harris-Walz 2024 Presidential campaign. The FEC filings show the contribution was made on Aug. 14, 2024, to the pro-Harris Future Forward political action … Read more

Here’s Why The Bitcoin Price Crashed Below $60,000

The Bitcoin price briefly crashed below $60,000 for the first time since September. This price decline followed the release of the Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation data, which came in higher than expected. This macro data and factors like the US presidential elections are causing market uncertainty, leading to a bearish outlook for the flagship … Read more

Fairdesk crypto exchange to shut down over regulatory concerns

Singapore-based cryptocurrency exchange Fairdesk recently announced that it will shut down all services on Nov. 30, 2024.  The announcement came via a social media post on the X.com platform and was followed up by a press release.  Fairdesk announces its impending closure on X.com. Source: Fairdesk “Since the official launch of Fairdesk Cryptourrency Exchange in … Read more