OX.FUN Exchange Faces Collapse Amid $1 Million Extortion Scandal
Cryptocurrency exchange OX.FUN, led by former Three Arrows Capital's Su Zhu, is embroiled in controversy over alleged attempts to extort $1 million from an artists' collective. With reserves reportedly plummeting to $1,000 USDC, the platform shows signs of imminent collapse following its founder's pattern of failed ventures.
Invesco Ventures into Digital Assets with Tokenized Private Credit Fund Launch in Singapore
Global investment giant Invesco partners with DigiFT to offer its first tokenized private credit fund, allowing accredited investors entry with just $10,000. The innovative offering features daily redemptions and highlights the growing trend of major asset managers embracing fund tokenization.
Swiss Crypto Bank Sygnum Reaches Unicorn Status with $1 Billion Valuation
Digital asset bank Sygnum has achieved unicorn status after raising $58 million in an oversubscribed funding round led by Fulgur Ventures. The Swiss-Singaporean bank manages $5 billion in assets across 60+ countries and plans expansion into Hong Kong while emphasizing regulatory compliance.
Asia Dominates Global Crypto Market with China's Surprising Resurgence
Asia commands 60% of global cryptocurrency users, with five Asian nations ranking in the top 10 for crypto adoption. Despite regulatory restrictions, China maintains a vibrant crypto ecosystem through Hong Kong gateways, while Singapore emerges as a regional hub with $1 billion in Q2 transactions.
Asian Banks Face $3M Lawsuit Over Cryptocurrency Investment Scam
A California resident files a $3 million lawsuit against three major Asian banks for allegedly enabling a cryptocurrency investment scam that cost him $1 million. The case highlights growing concerns over financial institutions' role in preventing crypto-related fraud and monitoring suspicious transactions.
Coinbase Reports Significant Drop in Global Law Enforcement Data Requests
Cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase reveals an 18% year-over-year decrease in law enforcement information requests, with notable declines across major European markets. The US remains the top requester while Singapore emerges as a rising jurisdiction, highlighting shifting regulatory dynamics in the crypto space.