20% of $1.4B stolen funds ‘gone dark’

Bybit CEO Ben Zhou confirmed that $280 million of the $1.4 billion stolen from the exchange has been laundered and is no longer traceable. Still, about $1.07 billion remains trackable, allowing investigators to continue their efforts to recover the funds. On March 4, Zhou provided an update on the movement of 500,000 Ether (ETH) stolen … Read more

Report: Morocco Launches Investigation Into Crypto-Enabled Foreign Property Purchases

Morocco has launched an investigation into residents suspected of using cryptocurrencies to buy properties abroad without approval. Global Exchanges Fingered The Moroccan Foreign Exchange Office has reportedly launched an investigation into residents suspected of buying properties abroad using cryptocurrencies. Officials are also interested in understanding the role of global real estate companies that employ Moroccan … Read more

Ethereum Sees Historic Drop in Open Interest Amid Market Uncertainty and Federal Reserve Hawkishness

The latest report from Matrixport, dated March 4th, highlights a **decline** in futures open interest that coincides with a drop in cryptocurrency prices. This trend is largely attributed to the current **uncertainty** stemming from rising trade tensions, combined with the Federal Reserve’s persistent **hawkish** monetary policy. Notably, the open interest for **Ethereum** has reached its … Read more

Binance to List GPS Token for Trading and HODLer Airdrops on March 4

Binance has integrated the GPS token into its trading platform, reflecting its ongoing commitment to enhancing security solutions in the cryptocurrency sector. The addition of GPS underscores Binance’s strategic focus on collaboration with innovative technology companies like GoPlus Security. Kevin Wu, CEO of Binance, stated, “Our partnership with GoPlus Security represents a significant step towards … Read more

Coinbase Demands Clarity on SEC Spending

Coinbase, a leading U.S.-based cryptocurrency exchange, has initiated a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request aimed at uncovering the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) financial outlays related to its cryptocurrency enforcement actions. This inquiry seeks to access budgetary details for the SEC’s investigations into digital assets, covering the period from April 2021 to January 2025. … Read more

Deepseek-R1 Exposed: 74% of Output Mirrors OpenAI

Copyleaks found that 74.2% of text generated by Deepseek-R1 closely resembles OpenAI’s stylistic patterns, suggesting potential unauthorized reliance on OpenAI’s model during training. This raises concerns about intellectual property, transparency, and ethical AI practices. Copyleaks used a rigorous method involving three AI classifiers to analyze stylistic fingerprints, achieving high precision. This discovery allows for model-specific … Read more

Bitcoin’s Open Interest Drop and Fear Index Suggest Possible Short-Term Rebound Opportunities

Bitcoin has recently seen a significant market correction, yet signs suggest potential buying opportunities for savvy investors looking to capitalize on future gains. Despite Bitcoin’s price fluctuation, decreasing open interest and heightened fear levels indicate possible reentry points for long-term stakeholders in the cryptocurrency market. According to CryptoQuant analyst Banker, “This decline often hints at … Read more

Pixel Heroes Adventure: A Retro MMORPG With a Web3 Twist

Pixel Heroes Adventure blends nostalgic pixel art with blockchain mechanics, offering a fresh take on the MMORPG genre. But does its Web3 integration enhance or overcomplicate the experience? Regina dives in and finds out. Quick Recap from Rumble Kong League Rumble Kong League (RKL) is a competitive basketball game merging sports with Web3 innovation. The … Read more