Bitfinex Hacker Gets 5 Years for $10 Billion Bitcoin Heist
Plus: An “AI granny” is wasting scammers’ time, a lawsuit goes after spyware-maker NSO Group’s executives, and North Korea–linked hackers take a crack at macOS malware. Powered by...
Fintech Startup Raises $1.5M to Democratize Maritime Finance
Maritime fintech startup Shipfinex secured $1.5 million in seed funding to democratize maritime finance through blockchain-enabled fractional ownership of maritime assets. Democratizing Maritime Finance Shipfinex, a maritime fintech startup, recently announced it has secured $1.5 million in seed funding. Gaurav Mehta, chairman of shipping asset trader Best Oasis Limited and Dubai-based company SPM Shipping DMCC, […] Powered by...
Russian Energy Ministry Proposes Periodic Crypto Mining Restrictions in Certain Regions
The Russian Energy Ministry has officially proposed limiting crypto mining activities in certain special regions affected by energy shortages. The authorities have the right to impose such a ban following the enactment of the recent national cryptocurrency law this month. Russian Energy Ministry Proposal Would Limit Crypto Mining Activities in Special Regions While authorities have […] Powered by...
DOJ’s Crypto Enforcement Cracks Down on $73M Laundering Scheme
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) announced Tuesday that Daren Li, a dual citizen of China and St. Kitts and Nevis, has pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit money laundering, admitting to laundering over $73 million from cryptocurrency investment scams. Li, 41, operated through a network of shell companies, international bank accounts, and cryptocurrency, specifically […] Powered by...
Rogue-Lite Adventure Meets Player-Driven Economy in Etherscape
Join Regina as she uncovers the allure of this dungeon-crawling sensation dominating charts just days after its release. Last Episode’s Quick Recap Portal Fantasy – an exciting new Web3 game blending traditional RPG mechanics with blockchain elements. Players can explore vast, vibrant worlds as Portals (adventurers) or engage as Architects (world-builders), crafting immersive game experiences. […] Powered by...
