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Jane Street Denies Insider Trading Allegations Linked to Terraform Collapse

Jane Street Denies Insider Trading Allegations Linked to Terraform Collapse

Financial giant Jane Street has vehemently refuted claims of insider trading that allegedly contributed to the rapid downfall of Terraform Labs in 2022. The firm calls the accusations 'baseless'.

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Bitcoin Falls Below $63,000 Amid Tariff Concerns, Historical Patterns Suggest Further Decline

Bitcoin Falls Below $63,000 Amid Tariff Concerns, Historical Patterns Suggest Further Decline

Bitcoin's price has dropped below the $63,000 mark, extending recent downward momentum. Historical analysis indicates potential for further price decreases before a market bottom is established.

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AI's Economic Impact: 'Ghost GDP' and Market Volatility Concerns

AI's Economic Impact: 'Ghost GDP' and Market Volatility Concerns

A recent analysis highlights the potential for AI agents to create 'Ghost GDP,' output that doesn't circulate in the real economy, raising concerns for software and payment sectors.

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Terraform Admin Accuses Jane Street of Insider Trading, Citing Collapse

Terraform Admin Accuses Jane Street of Insider Trading, Citing Collapse

A Terraform Labs administrator has alleged that financial firm Jane Street engaged in insider trading, claiming this activity exacerbated the collapse of the now-defunct crypto company. The administrator pointed to specific communications and trading actions as evidence.

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Bit2Me Secures EU License, Expands to New European Markets

Bit2Me Secures EU License, Expands to New European Markets

Tether-backed Bit2Me has obtained an EU MiCA license and is set to expand its operations across Portugal, Italy, France, and Germany, signaling a strategic pivot towards institutional clients.

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Binance Stablecoin Reserves Decline 19% Amidst Market Contraction

Binance Stablecoin Reserves Decline 19% Amidst Market Contraction

Binance has experienced a significant decrease in its stablecoin reserves, dropping by over 18% since November. This decline reflects broader trends in crypto liquidity.

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Federal Reserve Seeks Input on Ending Crypto Debanking

Federal Reserve Seeks Input on Ending Crypto Debanking

The US Federal Reserve is soliciting public feedback on a proposal that may signal an end to the practice of "Operation Chokepoint 2.0," which has led to financial institutions severing ties with crypto businesses.

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Ex-Chainlink Legal Chief Appointed to SEC's Crypto Task Force

Ex-Chainlink Legal Chief Appointed to SEC's Crypto Task Force

Michael Selig, formerly Chief Counsel for the SEC's Crypto Task Force and a Chainlink executive, has returned to the agency in a new leadership role.

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3 Solana Platforms Close Doors Post-$27M DeFi Exploit

3 Solana Platforms Close Doors Post-$27M DeFi Exploit

Following a significant $27 million exploit in January, three Solana-based decentralized finance platforms, including Step Finance, are ceasing operations due to the inability to recover.

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Backpack Allocates 20% Equity to Token Stakers as IPO Looms

Backpack Allocates 20% Equity to Token Stakers as IPO Looms

Exolix's upcoming initial public offering includes a significant stakeholder reward program, earmarking 20% of the company's equity for its token holders.

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Traders React to Rumors of Upcoming ZachXBT Investigation

Traders React to Rumors of Upcoming ZachXBT Investigation

Anticipation is building in the crypto community as onchain investigator ZachXBT hints at an exposé concerning insider trading in a highly profitable crypto venture. This has sparked movement among traders.

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Bitcoin ETF Flows Show Sustained Outflows, Shedding 85,000 BTC

Bitcoin ETF Flows Show Sustained Outflows, Shedding 85,000 BTC

Spot Bitcoin ETFs have experienced four consecutive months of net outflows, resulting in a significant reduction in held Bitcoin. This trend raises questions about current institutional demand.

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