Lopp’s Wrench Attack Map Hits 702 After AI-Assisted Search Work

Bitcoin security expert Jameson Lopp’s archive of physical attacks against cryptocurrency holders has more than doubled to over 700 documented incidents after researcher Pizza Bitcoiner used artificial intelligence (AI)-assisted searches to uncover hundreds of overlooked cases. The expanded records expose a disturbing history of kidnappings, home invasions, and violent robberies, including 31 reported deaths since […]

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XRP Ledger Nears Oct. 23 Upgrade as Lending Votes Fall Short

The XRP Ledger is heading toward an Oct. 23 software upgrade that fixes a peculiar security flaw, one that could let certain authorized accounts create tokens instead of destroying them. Meanwhile, its long-awaited native lending system remains stuck awaiting approval. XRP Ledger’s Cleanup Upgrade Approaches Activation The XRP Ledger (XRPL) is preparing to activate fixCleanup3_4_0 […]

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Turkey’s Justice Minister Confirms Richard Heart’s Istanbul Bust

Turkish authorities detained HEX founder Richard Heart and four others in Istanbul, uncovering an extraordinary collection of cash, luxury goods, weapons and electronics. The haul included an estimated $7.15 million in cash, six cryptocurrency wallets, and hundreds of designer accessories. Turkey’s Justice Minister Confirms Richard Heart Detention Turkey’s Justice Minister Akın Gürlek confirmed Saturday, Oct. […]

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Richard Heart Arrested, XRP DAT Rings Nasdaq Bell, And More – Weekly Recap

This week’s stories included crypto treasuries, legal drama, AI infrastructure and exchange fundraising. Evernorth showcased its 473 million XRP treasury after listing on Nasdaq, while HEX founder Richard Heart was reportedly detained in Istanbul. Larry Fink warned that halting U.S. data center construction could trigger recession, Binance US reportedly sought funding at less than a […]

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Taiwan Blocks Coinbase and Kalshi Over Bets on Its November Elections

Taiwan has blocked the websites of Coinbase and Kalshi under a court order sought by police investigating election betting, six weeks before the island’s Nov. 28 local elections. Kalshi’s own member agreement already bars Taiwanese users, yet it lists markets on the races. A Criminal Court Order Six Weeks Before the Vote Coinbase’s website has […]

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Bitcoin Price Hovers Near $81K as Analysts See Potential Market Bottom

Bitcoin slipped below $81,000 on Oct. 16 amid heightened market volatility, but analysts remained cautiously optimistic, suggesting a potential local bottom.   Bitcoin Dips Below $81,000 After Midweek Reversal Bitcoin lost the $82,000 threshold Friday, roughly 24 hours after reversing a downtrend that saw the cryptocurrency dip below $80,000 for the first time in weeks. […]

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Deutsche Bank Nears Launch of Institutional Bitcoin, Ether Custody

The banking giant stressed that this move is part of a strategy to achieve an 8% compound annual growth rate in its corporate banking services by 2028. Deutsche Bank co-head Gerald Podobnik said these services will complement the bank’s traditional offerings.   Deutsche Bank Confirms Launch Of Crypto Custody Services in Germany Deutsche Bank, one […]

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