Bitcoin hit a new all-time high today, surpassing $103,000, driven by strong market sentiment, especially after Donald Trump’s election victory. The cryptocurrency has surged 126% since the start of 2024. Could 2025 be an even stronger year for Bitcoin?
KikyoA 19-year-old hacker, Remington Ogletree, is accused of working with the cybercrime group Scattered Spider to hack telecom companies and a US financial institution, causing $4 million in damages. He allegedly used phishing and SIM-swapping to steal data and cryptocurrency, highlighting the growing threat of cybercrime.
WeatherlyCrypto founders secured nine spots in Forbes' 2025 “30 Under 30” finance list, highlighting blockchain's rising impact on finance. Will the time come when crypto pioneers dominate the list entirely?
CatherineOpenAI has partnered with Anduril to integrate AI into military systems, focusing on countering drone threats. This marks a shift for OpenAI, which previously avoided military applications, as it works with defence contractors to improve national security technology.
AnaisHailey Welch's $HAWK memecoin quickly soared to a $500 million market cap before crashing by 91% within hours, sparking suspicions of insider trading and potential fraud. The controversy has led to calls for legal action, with investors questioning whether the project was a scam.
WeatherlyBitcoin surpassed $100,000 on 5 December, driven by growing optimism following Trump’s pro-crypto appointments, including Paul Atkins for SEC Chair. This milestone signals investor confidence in a crypto-friendly future under Trump’s upcoming administration, which takes office on 20 January 2025.
JoyThe SEC has intensified its legal action against Binance and former CEO Changpeng Zhao, accusing them of operating as an unregistered securities exchange. This follows an amended lawsuit claiming the sale of unregistered cryptocurrencies like Solana and Cardano on their platform.
AnaisDubai has become a hotspot for major cryptocurrency scams, with fraudulent schemes like HyperVerse, OneCoin, and Bitconnect defrauding billions from investors. Despite efforts to improve regulations, the UAE's weak oversight has allowed scammers to thrive, drawing international concern.
WeatherlyMeitu sold its entire crypto portfolio, making nearly $80 million just before bitcoin’s surge above $100,000. The company plans to distribute 80% of the gains to shareholders and refocus on its AI-driven apps.
AnaisBitcoin has reached a new all-time high, surpassing $100,000, while CZ remains unaffected by the surge, holding onto the same amount of Bitcoin. Binance Coin (BNB) also hit a record high, but CZ’s focus remains on Bitcoin’s long-term value rather than its fluctuating price.
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