Gen Z Embraces Crypto Over Traditional Retirement Accounts in Investment Shift
A YouGov study reveals that 42% of Gen Z investors hold cryptocurrency compared to just 11% with traditional retirement accounts. This dramatic shift in investment preferences coincides with Bitcoin's rise to $100,000 and increased mainstream acceptance of crypto assets.
Citadel Securities to Enter Crypto Trading as Major Exchange Liquidity Provider
Leading market maker Citadel Securities plans to expand into cryptocurrency trading on major exchanges like Coinbase and Binance, marking a significant shift in strategy. The move follows regulatory clarity under Trump's administration and builds on the firm's existing crypto ventures including partnerships with BlackRock and EDX Markets.
Crypto Market Shakeout: $200M in Long Positions Liquidated as Altcoins Tumble
A massive liquidation event hit the crypto derivatives market, wiping out over $200 million in leveraged long positions as major altcoins faced sharp declines. Ethereum and Solana led the cascade with $56M and $33M in liquidations respectively, while Bitcoin showed relative stability.
Bybit Exchange Hit by $1.46 Billion Ethereum Wallet Hack
Major crypto exchange Bybit suffered a sophisticated security breach resulting in the theft of $1.46 billion worth of Ethereum from its cold storage wallet. Despite the massive breach, CEO Ben Zhou assures that customer funds remain secure and fully backed.
Russia Reports Surge in Crypto Crime as Supreme Court Targets Mining Operations
Russian Supreme Court reveals alarming increase in cryptocurrency-related crimes, with illegal mining operations causing $14 million in power grid damages. Authorities respond with new legislation and mining equipment registry while grappling with crypto's role in sanctions evasion.
SEC Launches Specialized Unit to Combat Crypto and Tech-Related Fraud
The SEC establishes the Cyber and Emerging Technologies Unit (CETU) to investigate cryptocurrency scams, AI fraud, and cybersecurity threats. Led by Laura D'Allaird, this 30-person team represents a focused approach to balancing investor protection with technological innovation.
LIBRA Memecoin Crash: 86% of Traders Suffer Massive Losses in $251M Collapse
A shocking analysis reveals devastating losses exceeding $1,000 for most investors in the LIBRA memecoin, previously endorsed by Argentina's president. The $251 million total loss highlights the dangers of celebrity-endorsed cryptocurrency investments and may trigger increased regulatory scrutiny.
Binance US Resumes Dollar Services in Major Comeback After Regulatory Battles
Binance US announces the restoration of USD-based services for eligible American customers, marking a significant turnaround after nearly three years of suspension. The move follows regulatory progress with the SEC and includes features like bank transfers, crypto staking, and institutional trading platforms.
OneKey Pro Hardware Wallet Review: Premium Security Meets Advanced Functionality
A detailed analysis of the OneKey Pro cryptocurrency hardware wallet reveals superior security features and extensive crypto support across 60+ blockchains. The device combines EAL 6+ certification, biometric authentication, and air-gap signing with an intuitive touchscreen interface.
Bitcoin Holds Steady While XRP and Altcoins Show Bullish Momentum
Bitcoin trades within a narrow range as analysts maintain optimistic long-term price targets up to $300,000 by 2025. Meanwhile, XRP, Litecoin, MANTRA and Gate Token display upward momentum amid an explosion of new token launches affecting market liquidity.