Phemex Exchange Suspected of $37 Million Hack

Cybercriminals continue their assault on the crypto industry, with Phemex now in the crosshairs. The attack involved multiple blockchain networks, highlighting vulnerabilities across the entire ecosystem. Crypto hacks have surged 21% from last year, according to blockchain analysis firm Chainalysis with North Korean hacking groups responsible for $1.3 billion of the stolen funds. Cybercriminals have…

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KuCoin to Pay $300M Settlement for US Licensing Violations

The settlement includes substantial financial penalties with executives agreeing to individual forfeitures, highlighting increased scrutiny of offshore exchanges. The pattern of regulatory challenges spans multiple jurisdictions, including previous restrictions in New York, Canada, and temporary limitations in India. The timing coincides with broader crypto enforcement actions, though potential policy shifts loom under the new Trump…

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CME Group to Launch Options on Bitcoin Friday Futures on February

The strategic expansion brings first-ever daily expiring crypto options to CME, demonstrating growing institutional demand for sophisticated derivatives tools. International market impact proven with 44% of existing Bitcoin Friday futures traded outside US hours, showing strong global adoption. New options complement CME’s crypto suite while providing granular exposure management through smaller contracts and flexible expiry…

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Kraken Relaunches Bitcoin and Ethereum Staking Services for US Customers

Kraken has resumed its staking services for US customers after nearly two years of regulatory restrictions. The relaunch follows a political shift that saw crypto policies loosen under the new administration. Kraken’s new staking program is now available in 39 states and supports 17 cryptocurrencies. After nearly two years of regulatory hurdles, Kraken, a leading…

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