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In the episode of The Wolf Of All Streets, experts Marcus Thielen (10X Research), Andrew Parish, and Tillman Holloway discussed the future of cryptocurrencies, regulatory compliance, and the role of artificial intelligence in financial markets. Market analyst Marcus Thielen noted that Bitcoin has exhibited unusually low volatility in recent weeks. He stated that those wishing to sell have largely withdrawn from the market, and predicted that activity could increase after Friday as options expire. It was also added that the slowdown in this pace in March, following the large cash outflows in February, limited the downside risks. The latest developments…
Massive Liquidity Influx – Tether Mints $3 Billion as Abraxas Capital Absorbs Majority of New USDT
The stablecoin markets are experiencing serious change in market sentiment due to the aggressive increase in supply by the Tether ($USDT). Recent on-chain data indicates that Tether has minted over 3 billion $USDT during the past week. The minting of new stablecoins typically signals either increased market risk or a buildup of “dry powder” for a potential bullish run. However, experienced cryptocurrency analysts have noted that the specific use of these funds in this case is particularly interesting. The Abraxas Capital Connection Lookonchain indicates that there have been multiple massive transactions conducted through the Tether Treasury. The report shows that…
The crypto industry continues to chase global liquidity. Yet one major currency still lacks strong representation across decentralized finance. The Korean won ranks among the world’s most traded currencies. However, traders rarely access meaningful Korean won liquidity inside blockchain ecosystems. That gap may finally start closing. KRWQ recently announced its expansion to the Solana network. The move immediately caught industry attention after coverage from The Block. The project now plans to bring faster execution, deeper liquidity, and efficient Korean won markets directly onchain. This development could reshape how Asian traders interact with decentralized finance. As featured on @TheBlockCo, KRWQ is…
US FTC sends compliance letters to Amazon, Alphabet, Apple over new intimate image removal law
The Federal Trade Commission just put the largest tech companies in America on notice. Chairman Andrew N. Ferguson sent compliance letters to Amazon, Alphabet, and Apple, among others, reminding them of their legal obligations under the Take It Down Act, a new federal law that criminalizes the distribution of nonconsensual intimate images online. The law, which took effect on May 19, 2025, requires platforms to remove such content within 48 hours of receiving a valid takedown request. Violations carry penalties of up to $43,792 per offense. What the Take It Down Act actually requires The core mechanism is straightforward. A…
Mike Novogratz Claims That If the Bitcoin Price Holds Above $68,000, the Target Will Be $80,000
As global markets are shaken by a wave of unemployment in the US, tensions in the Middle East, and inflationary pressures, renowned investors Anthony Scaramucci and Mike Novogratz examine Bitcoin’s (BTC) role in this turmoil and the realities behind its recent price movements. Mike Novogratz stated that the biggest driving force behind Bitcoin’s recent climb from the $67,000-$68,000 range to $76,000 was MicroStrategy and Michael Saylor. According to Novogratz, Saylor created a “Bitcoin buying machine” by selling Microsoft shares and using high-interest debt instruments. However, Novogratz emphasized that this situation also brings a risk, stating that the general fear in…
The crypto fundraising sector has gone through a notable shift between the Initial Dex Offerings (IDOs) and Initial Exchange Offerings (IEOs) this year. Particularly, the Initial Exchange Offerings (IEOs) have outperformed Initial Dex Offerings (IDOs). As per the data from CryptoRank, the IEOs account for 53.8% of positive year-to-date (YTD) returns on investment (ROI). On the other hand, the IDOs have just 2.6% of positive ROI this year. 📊 2026 Launch Trends: IEO vs IDOIEOs are clearly outperforming IDOs this year 👇🔹 IEO: 53.8% positive ROI (7/13)🔹 IDO: Only 2.6% showed positive ROI (1/38)CEX sales, though custodial, have stricter project…
A significant cryptocurrency transaction was detected on-chain approximately one hour ago, as an anonymous whale address moved a substantial amount of $LIT tokens from two major exchanges to a decentralized vault. According to data from blockchain tracking platform Onchain Lens, the wallet address beginning with 0x3dC withdrew a total of 3.79 million $LIT, valued at roughly $3.55 million, from OKX and Bybit before depositing the entire sum into Lighter Vault. Details of the Large-Scale Transfer The transaction highlights continued activity among large holders, or ‘whales,’ who often move assets between centralized exchanges and DeFi protocols for reasons ranging from long-term…
European Union imposes sanctions on Israeli settlers and Hamas leaders, raising crypto compliance stakes
The European Union has imposed sanctions on Hamas leaders and violent Israeli settler organizations, a move that was stalled for months by Hungary’s veto power. Hungary’s new government dropped the block, clearing the way for asset freezes, travel bans, and financial restrictions targeting individuals and entities on both sides of the conflict. What the sanctions actually do The package targets Hamas leadership and Israeli settler organizations linked to violence in the occupied territories. Sanctioned individuals face asset freezes across the EU, meaning any bank accounts, investments, or financial holdings within the bloc’s jurisdiction are locked down. Travel bans prevent entry…
In the cryptocurrency market, $BNB, Ethereum, and Solana stand out among the largest networks in terms of the number of token-holding wallets, with layer-1 (L1) blockchain networks in particular reaching millions of users. According to the data, the network with the most users is $BNB Chain with 338.4 million addresses, followed by Ethereum with 311.6 million addresses. Solana ranks third with 171.1 million user addresses. On the other hand, when the change data for the last 30 days is examined, it is seen that the strongest growth was in $BNB Chain with a 3.9% increase. Solana and Polygon networks also…
DV8 Becomes First Bitcoin Treasury Company in Southeast Asia with Digital Asset License Publicly listed DV8 (SET: DV8) has signed a Share Purchase Agreement to acquire Rakkar Digital, a licensed digital asset custodian in Thailand. This move represents DV8’s first direct entry into regulated digital asset operations and marks a strategic pivot toward building infrastructure that institutional investors can rely on across Asia. Rakkar Digital, with over $700 million in assets under custody, was established as a joint venture between SCBX, the parent company of Siam Commercial Bank, and Fireblocks, a global digital asset infrastructure provider, according to a note…