Hackers hijacked the former Malaysian PM’s X account to promote a fake meme coin, stealing $1.7 million. This incident underscores a growing trend of scammers using political figures to launch fraudulent meme coins, following the $857 million theft linked to the TRUMP token.
KikyoDing Linwei, a former Google engineer, is charged with stealing AI technology to benefit Chinese companies, including sensitive data on Google’s hardware and software. He faces multiple espionage and theft charges, with a potential prison sentence of up to 15 years.
WeatherlyBurwick Law and Wolf Popper LLP have sent a cease and desist letter to Pump.fun, accusing it of allowing users to create memecoins that impersonate their names and logos. The firms demand the removal of these tokens, including "DOGSHIT2," citing violations of intellectual property rights and potential harm to ongoing litigation.
AnaisTrump Media & Technology Group (TMTG) will launch its Truth.Fi investment portfolio, including ETFs and SMAs like the Truth.Fi Bitcoin Plus ETF. The company plans to invest $250 million in Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, with products set to debut later this year. As TMTG expands into crypto, some question whether the former President is overreaching beyond politics.
CatherineTelegram’s mandate for third-party wallets to use TON Connect restricts all Mini Apps to the TON blockchain, raising concerns over decentralisation and exclusivity. This move risks alienating developers and users, potentially leading to user attrition and reduced platform relevance in the crypto space.
KikyoBybit resumed operations in India after paying a ₹9.27 crore ($1.06 million) fine and securing registration with the Financial Intelligence Unit-India (FIU-IND). The exchange had been blocked for non-compliance but now aims to fully operate under India's regulatory framework.
AnaisAt Statuary Hall in the US Capitol, Donald Trump vowed the Washington crash that killed 67 would lead to improved air traffic control systems. However, calling the tragedy "amazing" and comparing it to golf sparked backlash for insensitivity. Were his remarks intentional or an unfortunate slip?
CatherineGemini is considering an IPO in 2025, following regulatory challenges and legal settlements, including a $5 million fine. The company's move to go public comes amid growing interest from other crypto firms, like Bullish Global, in joining the stock market.
WeatherlyARK Invest’s “Big Ideas 2025” spotlights transformative technologies set to boost productivity, revolutionise industries, and unlock investment opportunities. The report highlights 11 Big Ideas driving exponential growth and global change. Will these innovations power the next wave of transformation?
KikyoMcDonald’s posted a playful message on X, which many crypto enthusiasts saw as a nod to the market downturn, sparking viral reactions. Exchanges like Kraken and OKX, along with figures such as HTX Global, joined in with humorous responses, turning the post into a symbol of potential recovery amid market struggles.
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