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
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
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
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
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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Bitcoin Poised for Potential Surge to $75K Amid Shifting Market Dynamics
Bitcoin's price trajectory is under scrutiny as several factors, including liquidity concerns and AI sector valuations, could propel BTC towards a $75,000 target.
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IoTeX Offers Hackers 10% Bounty for Return of $4.4M
IoTeX is offering a 10% bounty to hackers who exploited its cross-chain bridge, demanding the return of $4.4 million within 48 hours. Co-founder and CEO Raullen Chai stated he will not pursue legal action if the assets are recovered.
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Michael Saylor: Quantum Computing Threat to Bitcoin is Over a Decade Away
MicroStrategy CEO Michael Saylor addressed concerns about quantum computing's potential impact on Bitcoin's security, stating the threat is still more than a decade out.
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PayPal Reportedly Facing Takeover Interest Amid Stock Decline
Following a significant 46% drop in its stock value over the past year, PayPal is reportedly attracting acquisition interest from potential buyers. This comes as competitors are exploring asset sales and full acquisitions within the evolving digital payments landscape.
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Kraken Co-CEO and Dragonfly's Qureshi Debate AI's Role in Crypto
A spirited discussion at NEARCON 2026 explored the potential for AI agents to manage significant cryptocurrency assets, with Kraken's Arjun Sethi expressing strong confidence and Dragonfly's Haseeb Qureshi remaining skeptical.
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NEAR Protocol Unveils Near.com Super App with AI and Confidentiality Features
NEAR Protocol has launched its new super app, Near.com, integrating AI capabilities and confidential transaction technology to enhance user experience and privacy on the blockchain.
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Trump's Board Explores Stablecoin for Gaza Aid
A stablecoin initiative is reportedly under consideration by Donald Trump's Board of Peace as a potential tool for facilitating digital transactions and aid within Gaza.
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