VALR and MoonPay Unite to Unlock Global Crypto Access
In a landmark move set to reshape global access to digital assets, VALR and MoonPay have announced the successful integration of their platforms as of 28 May 2025. This partnership enables seamless fiat-to-crypto transactions across more than 180 countries, delivering improved accessibility to individuals and institutions worldwide. The integration supports
HeyElsa Secures $3M to Power AI-Driven Crypto Interaction Layer
HeyElsa, an emerging AI-first crypto execution platform, has raised $3 million in a combined pre-seed and seed funding round to build what it calls the “AI stack for crypto.” The round was led by M31 Capital with strong backing from Coinbase Ventures’ Base Ecosystem Fund, MH Ventures, Absoluta Cap, 2Shares,
ALEX Protocol Hacked for $8.37M: Platform Promises Full Reimbursement
On June 6, 2025, Bitcoin-based DeFi protocol ALEX suffered a critical security breach that resulted in a loss of over $8.37 million in digital assets. The hack exploited a vulnerability in ALEX’s self-listing verification process, allowing an attacker to bypass listing rules and siphon off major tokens including STX, sBTC,
Bitcoin’s $150K Dream at Risk Amid Bearish Signals and 2021 Parallels
Bitcoin’s surge to an all-time high of $112,000 in 2025 had bulls eyeing the long-anticipated $150,000 target by year-end. However, the rally’s momentum has started to fade, and a sharp correction below $105,000 has sparked concerns of a broader reversal. Technical indicators and fractal patterns from previous cycles are beginning
Bitcoin Slumps as $1B Crypto Liquidated Ahead of Key Data
The crypto market faced a brutal shakeout as over $1 billion in leveraged positions were liquidated in the past 24 hours, triggered by a sudden Bitcoin price drop, macroeconomic concerns, and upcoming financial data releases. The downturn saw major cryptocurrencies tumble, with traders bracing for a volatile end to the
Japan Tightens Crypto Laws After $305M Hack
In a decisive move to bolster its digital asset security and investor protection, Japan has enacted a comprehensive cryptocurrency law following one of the country’s largest crypto exchange hacks. The legislation comes on the heels of the May 2024 breach at DMM Bitcoin, a Japan-based exchange, where hackers stole approximately
US Shuts Down BidenCash Dark Web Market
In a significant blow to the cybercrime underworld, US authorities have dismantled the digital infrastructure of BidenCash, a notorious dark web marketplace that facilitated the sale of stolen payment card data and personal information. The operation resulted in the seizure of 145 web domains and an undisclosed amount of cryptocurrency,
RWA Market Booms 260% Amid Crypto Clarity
The tokenization of real-world assets (RWAs) has become one of the fastest-growing sectors in the crypto ecosystem in 2025, witnessing a staggering 260% growth in the first half of the year. Buoyed by evolving regulatory clarity and rising institutional interest, the total valuation of the RWA market has surged from
Bitget Joins Forces with University of Zurich to Empower Blockchain Talent
In a strategic move to promote global blockchain education, leading cryptocurrency exchange and Web3 company Bitget has announced a partnership with the University of Zurich Blockchain Center. As part of this collaboration, Bitget will fund scholarships for up to 10 students participating in the university’s renowned Deep Dive into Blockchain
SEC’s New Crypto Direction: Clear Rules, Not Court Battles
In a significant shift from previous enforcement-heavy approaches, the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is set to develop a more transparent and participatory framework for cryptocurrency regulation. SEC Chair Paul Atkins, speaking before the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Financial Services on 3 June, laid out a vision for the
