Category cryptocurrency

CoinDCX founders Sumit Gupta and Neeraj Khandelwal have been arrested by Thane police for allegedly being involved in a ₹71.6‑lakh fraud. Officials say the case links them to cheating through the crypto platform. However, the company claims the FIR is false and says impersonators pretended to be its founders to fool the public and create a conspiracy against CoinD...

The FBI has warned Tron users about a phishing scam involving fake tokens impersonating the agency. The attack sends tokens to wallets with messages urging users to complete fake verification steps. Authorities say the scheme is designed to steal sensitive information and access funds. The warning comes amid a broader rise in crypto-related scams globally.

MLB has partnered with Polymarket as its exclusive prediction market exchange partner and signed an agreement with the CFTC to build an integrity framework. The move aims to bring regulated, event-based prediction markets to baseball. While it could enhance fan engagement and legitimacy, concerns remain over whether such platforms blur the line between financial produ...

Bitcoin traded near $71,000 on March 20, holding steady despite ETF outflows and macro pressure. Analysts highlighted strong support around $69,000 and resistance near $73,000, keeping prices range-bound. Ethereum and major altcoins showed muted movement. Experts believe the market is consolidating, with investors closely watching macro cues and key levels before maki...

Canada’s financial intelligence agency FINTRAC has revoked registrations of 43 crypto firms for failing to comply with anti-money laundering and reporting requirements. The move is part of a broader crackdown on non-compliant businesses. While regulators aim to strengthen oversight and reduce financial crime risks, the action may increase compliance pressure on smal...

Polymarket has acquired DeFi startup Brahma to enhance its infrastructure and improve user experience. The move is expected to simplify blockchain processes and support the platform’s expansion. While the deal could boost efficiency and scalability, it also comes amid rising regulatory scrutiny, especially after Polymarket faced a ban in Argentina over compliance co...

Circle has urged UK lawmakers to develop a crypto framework by combining elements from the EU’s MiCA regulation and US stablecoin rules. The proposal aims to balance clarity, innovation, and consumer protection as the UK shapes its approach to digital assets. The move comes amid increasing global competition in crypto regulation and could influence the country’s p...

Bitcoin hovered near $71,000 on March 19 as macroeconomic uncertainty and ETF outflows weighed on sentiment. Analysts pointed to resistance near $74,000 and support around $70,000, keeping the market in a consolidation phase. Ethereum remained steady, while altcoins traded mixed. Experts say investors should remain cautious and wait for clearer signals before taking f...

Bitcoin hovered near the $74,000 mark as crypto markets remained range-bound ahead of the US Federal Reserve decision. Analysts said ETF inflows and institutional accumulation are supporting prices, but resistance near $75,000 continues to limit upside. Market direction is expected to hinge on the Fed’s tone around inflation and future policy signals.

Law enforcement agencies from the US, UK, and Canada have launched a joint operation to combat crypto-related fraud. The initiative focuses on tackling cross-border scams, including phishing and investment fraud schemes, through coordinated enforcement and intelligence sharing.