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Garantex, Grinex, and executives face sanctions for allegedly processing over US$100 million (AU$153.97M) in illicit cryptocurrency. The exchange reportedly moved hundreds of millions in criminal proceeds linked to hacking, ransomware, terrorism, and drug trafficking. A7A5 stablecoin issuer Old Vector and subsidiaries were sanctioned, connected to Promsvyazbank and other sanctioned RussianContinue Reading

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In: Bitwise, Cryptocurrency, Market Analysis

Bitwise CIO, Matt Hougan, said the market is underestimating four key catalysts which he believes will drive crypto prices to new heights in coming months. These catalysts are: governments stockpiling Bitcoin; crypto friendly monetary policy out of the US; accelerating institutional investment in crypto; and a potential resurgence of ICOs.Continue Reading

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In: Ethereum, Market Analysis, Real World Asset

Ethereum’s price has surged by 60% in the last month, reaching its highest level since late 2021 and outperforming Bitcoin year-to-date. Fundstrat, a market research firm, has named Ethereum the “biggest macro trade” for the next decade, with its research head projecting a price of $12,000 to $15,000 by theContinue Reading

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Following its latest earnings report, Circle shares dropped more than 6% even as USDC circulation rose 90% to US$61.3 billion (AU$93.9 billion). Analysts highlighted slower USDC growth, rising distribution costs, and broader macroeconomic pressures as key factors affecting performance. Mizuho lowered its price target to US$84 (AU$128.8), citing concerns overContinue Reading

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Standard Chartered predicts Ethereum will reach US$7,500 by end of 2025 and an ambitious US$25,000 by 2028, representing a five-fold increase from current levels. Financial experts including Fundstrat’s Tom Lee believe ETH is having its “Bitcoin 2017 moment” with Wall Street finally recognising Ethereum’s true value potential. Recent Ethereum ETFContinue Reading

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In: Bullish, Crypto Exchange

Bullish secured US$1.1B in its IPO, debuting at a US$5.4B valuation. Shares surged 84% on opening day, lifting co-founders Brendan Blumer and Kokuei Yuan’s net worths above US$2B each. Launched in 2021, the exchange has facilitated over US$1.25T in trades across spot, margin, and derivatives markets. Cryptocurrency exchange Bullish hasContinue Reading

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In: Australia, gambling, Polymarket

Australia’s media watchdog, the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA), has asked internet service providers to block access to blockchain-based prediction market, Polymarket. The request comes after an ACMA investigation found Polymarket was offering gambling services to Australians without an appropriate license. The move sees Australia join other countries, includingContinue Reading