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Last updated: 8/4/2026, 9:24:11 AM
Apple briefly removes Telegram from App Store, Gram rebounds
Apple restored Telegram after the messaging platform removed content that violated its child safety policies and banned the user who posted it.
NY judge denies CFTC motion to halt enforcement action against Kalshi
The ruling leaves New York’s case against Kalshi in place while allowing the CFTC to renew its request before Judge Victor Marrero.
Nigeria sets crypto tax collection rules for digital asset platforms
The framework specifies how existing tax obligations apply to crypto disposals and rewards, with some withheld amounts payable in the originating token.
Here’s what happened in crypto today
Need to know what happened in crypto today? Here is the latest news on daily trends and events impacting Bitcoin price, blockchain, DeFi, Web3 and crypto regulation.
Crypto firms still seeking frontier AI access; only select few have it
Crypto executives say restricting powerful AI models may initially be justified, but it doesn’t make sense as open-source alternatives become more capable.
Coldcard Bitcoin theft tops $100M across 3 confirmed attack waves: Galaxy
Galaxy Research said 90% of the stolen Bitcoin remains unmoved as investigators examine a suspected fourth wave that could lift losses to $130 million.
Coldcard Bitcoin theft tops $100M across 3 confirmed attack waves: Galaxy
Galaxy Research said 90% of the stolen Bitcoin remains unmoved as investigators examine a suspected fourth wave that could lift losses to $130 million.
Bitmine adds $19.6M in ETH, repurchases 4.5M shares
Bitmine said it now holds about 4.8% of Ether’s circulating supply as it pursues its 5% acquisition target.
Bitmine adds $19.6M in ETH, repurchases 4.5M shares
Bitmine said it now holds about 4.8% of Ether’s circulating supply as it pursues its 5% acquisition target.
Mastercard completes $1.8B BVNK acquisition in stablecoin push
Mastercard said the tie-up would help banks, fintechs and enterprises expand stablecoin payments, payouts, settlement and treasury services.
Malaysia Blockchain Week’s OnlyFans scandal, lonely heart scammed for $3.3M: Asia Express
Fake romance crypto investment scams net $9 million in a single week in Hong Kong, as Malaysian authorities lose it over a crypto conference’s after-party.
Malaysia Blockchain Week’s OnlyFans scandal, lonely heart scammed for $3.3M: Asia Express
Fake romance crypto investment scams net $9 million in a single week in Hong Kong, as Malaysian authorities lose it over a crypto conference’s after-party.
Caleb & Brown expands to UK, betting on untapped crypto demand
The boutique brokerage will focus on high-net-worth clients rather than competing with retail crypto exchanges.
Boltz pauses service after wave of AI-assisted hacking attempts
The non-custodial protocol said attackers are discovering and adapting exploits faster than its small development team can identify and patch them.
Bessent’s top crypto adviser Tyler Williams exits US Treasury: Report
A key architect of the Trump administration’s digital asset agenda is leaving the Treasury Department as Congress struggles to advance landmark crypto legislation.
FalconX cuts 10% of workforce amid prolonged crypto market slump: Report
According to Bloomberg, the digital asset prime broker is refocusing its Singapore strategy and withdrawing its local license application as crypto companies continue to trim costs.
Kenya moves 30 million academic credentials onto Avalanche blockchain
A new digital verification platform aims to reduce forged certificates by allowing employers and universities to authenticate academic records onchain.
BlackRock launches tokenized money market funds for stablecoin reserves
The asset manager introduced two blockchain-based money market funds designed to qualify as stablecoin reserve assets under the US GENIUS Act.
Hashdex to shut smallest Bitcoin ETF after more than two years
The spot price Bitcoin exchange-traded fund, which was never able to attract more than $18 million in net assets, will pay out investors and sell its 225 BTC in the coming weeks.
Hashdex to shut smallest Bitcoin ETF after more than two years
The spot price Bitcoin exchange-traded fund, which was never able to attract more than $18 million in net assets, will pay out investors and sell its 225 BTC in the coming weeks.
US hints at more yen intervention: Five things to know in Bitcoin this week
The US and Japan coordinate on the yen for the first time since 2011 as Bitcoin traders brace for a historically rough August.
US hints at more yen intervention: Five things to know in Bitcoin this week
The US and Japan coordinate on the yen for the first time since 2011 as Bitcoin traders brace for a historically rough August.
How Fake World Assets and onchain gacha became crypto’s latest craze
Fake World Assets turns forgotten NFTs into an onchain lottery — but is crypto’s latest obsession built to last?
How Fake World Assets and onchain gacha became crypto’s latest craze
Fake World Assets turns forgotten NFTs into an onchain lottery — but is crypto’s latest obsession built to last?
Strategy sells 1,638 Bitcoin to fund dividends and STRC repurchases
Michael Saylor’s Strategy sold 1,638 Bitcoin in its second-largest sale of the year to fund dividend payments and repurchase its preferred STRC stock.
Strategy sells 1,638 Bitcoin to fund dividends and STRC repurchases
Michael Saylor’s Strategy sold 1,638 Bitcoin in its second-largest sale of the year to fund dividend payments and repurchase its preferred STRC stock.
Bithumb sets 2028 IPO timetable as it overhauls internal controls
The South Korean exchange plans to seek preliminary listing review in 2027 while overhauling controls after a February crediting error.
CLARITY Act failure could send crypto valuations lower: Bernstein
Bernstein said Congress’ failure to pass the CLARITY Act’s could trigger another leg down for crypto valuations and accelerate policy support from US regulators.
Trumps’ American Bitcoin reports record BTC output, narrower Q2 loss
Trump-linked Bitcoin miner produced a record 932 BTC in the second quarter, lifting mining revenue 8% as its net loss narrowed from the previous quarter.
Trumps’ American Bitcoin reports record BTC output, narrower Q2 loss
Trump-linked Bitcoin miner produced a record 932 BTC in the second quarter, lifting mining revenue 8% as its net loss narrowed from the previous quarter.
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