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Authy 2FA app leaked phone numbers that may be used for text phishing

Twilio, the developer of the Authy authenticator app, said user phone numbers were leaked to attackers but accounts themselves were not compromised.

Investors brace for US election outcomes as crypto hits the ballot

FIT21’s bipartisan support suggests a potential shift in U.S. crypto policy, while investors are focused on long-term trends despite political uncertainty.

Binance exec trial will resume July 5 as family reports health problems

Though Nigeria's tax authority dropped charges against two Binance executives in June, the pair will still face a trial for allegations of money laundering.

NFT sales down 44%, Logan Paul sues Coffeezilla: Nifty Newsletter

Logan Paul claims YouTuber Stephen Findeisen, also known as Coffeezilla, “maliciously and repeatedly” made false statements about his NFT project CryptoZoo.

United Nations, ICP launch digital credentials pilot in Cambodia

The UNDP’s Universal Trusted Credentials will get its second trial in Cambodia. The plan is to create a 10-country ecosystem.

Coinbase cites Binance BNB token precedent in SEC petition

“Rulemaking is required here because the SEC has adopted a novel and sweeping, yet still indeterminate, view of the securities laws,” attorneys wrote.

Price analysis 7/3: BTC, ETH, BNB, SOL, XRP, DOGE, TON, ADA, AVAX, SHIB

Bitcoin price struggles to trade above $60,000, and the bullish setup displayed by altcoins is also beginning to crumble. Is the bull market coming to an end?

UK voters call for candidates to consider crypto as election looms

It’s unclear what a Labour Party government could mean for digital assets in the U.K., but according to one poll, many voters want politicians to consider the industry.

Big Tech produced more carbon since 2019 than all Bitcoin mining ever

U.S. tech firms made huge commitments to “net zero” carbon emissions — but that was before ChatGPT hit the scene.

Consensys acquires Wallet Guard to enhance MetaMask security

Consensys integrates Wallet Guard to boost MetaMask’s security, aiming to drive user fund losses to zero amid rising Web3 threats.

Bitcoin or bust: Companies add BTC to treasury for long-term potential

Corporations are increasingly adopting Bitcoin as a treasury asset, with companies like MicroStrategy, Tesla and Coinbase leading the charge.

Could a financial crisis end crypto’s bull run?

Blockchain technology doesn’t exist in a vacuum, and the outside world has become a less secure place. Could crypto survive a TradFi collapse?

KuCoin VAT charge raises concerns among Nigerian crypto community

The approving authority behind this taxation remains unclear, whether it's the Nigerian government or an agency like the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS).

Crypto losses reach $1.19B in H1 2024: CertiK calls for better security

The CertiK report shows that phishing attacks led to nearly $498 million in losses, emphasizing the urgent need for enhanced security measures like 2FA.

World's largest Bitcoin miner didn’t sell any BTC in June

Marathon Digital said it aims to further strengthen its Bitcoin holdings through open-market acquisitions but may also sell to support operations in the future.

CoinDCX crypto exchange acquires BitOasis, expands into MENA region

CoinDCX’s acquisition of BitOasis opens new opportunities in the Middle East and ensures regulated and secure trading.

Holograph protocol sabotaged by disgruntled contractor

Holograph’s internal investigation, aided by Halborn, revealed a former contractor’s role in the $14 million token heist.

What pushed Bitcoin price below $60K? Charts point at potential Mt. Gox repayment

Bitcoin has been in a downtrend since the beginning of June, struggling to gain upward momentum despite positive ETF inflows.

Nigerian trader’s integrity restores trust in crypto

The act of goodwill has gone viral on social media, restoring Nigerians’ trust in the crypto community.

$8M theft forces Bittensor network shutdown

All user funds are safe following the network halt, according to the Bittensor team.

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