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ZachXBT: Hackers compromise Pump.fun X account, issuing fake memecoin announcements
The independent blockchain investigator ZachXBT posted on his Telegram channel on February 26 that Pump.fun’s X account had been compromised. ZachXBT also informed X users and Pump.fun followers that the hackers were promoting scam tokens through false announcements on the page.Cryptopolitan
Wed, Feb 26
Wallets linked to MELANIA and LIBRA memecoins allegedly involved in money laundering
On-chain data revealed suspicious transactions on wallets linked to MELANIA and LIBRA insider teams. The Trump-related team allegedly spent $2.76 million to buy POPE and then sold it at a $2.73 million loss. The loss was then funneled to other wallets, signaling financial misconduct.Cryptopolitan
Wed, Feb 26
Crypto Market Sees Record Flash Crashes, What’s Going On?
The crypto market has experienced an unprecedented surge in volatility, with established coins like Bitcoin and Ethereum facing extreme price swings. Since January, the frequency of flash crashes has risen sharply, erasing billions from the market. A crypto analyst has suggested that these flash cra...NewsBTC
Wed, Feb 26
Trader Says This Crypto Is Mirroring Shiba Inu’s (SHIB) Price Pump From 2021: It’s Not Pepe (PEPE)
A well-known crypto trader has sparked excitement in the market by claiming that Mutuum Finance (MUTM) is mirroring the legendary Shiba Inu (SHIB) price pump of 2021. While many expected the next explosive rally to come from popular meme coins like Pepe (PEPE), it’s MUTM that’s stealing the spotlight with its surging presale momentum. Mutuum […]Cryptopolitan
Wed, Feb 26
FTX bankruptcy hits $1B in losses, making it one of the costliest in history
The 2022 collapse of FTX has become one of the most expensive Chapter 11 cases in U.S. history. According to a Bloomberg report, the fees associated with FTX’s bankruptcy proceedings have nearly reached $1 billion. As of January 2, $948 million had already been paid to a long list of law firms, with court records […]Cryptopolitan
Wed, Feb 26
New US Senate digital assets subcommittee holds hearing on bipartisan legislation
Senator Cynthia Lummis convened the first hearing of the U.S. Senate Banking Committee Subcommittee on Digital Assets on Feb. 26. The hearing was titled “Exploring Bipartisan Legislative Frameworks for Digital Assets.” “We have come a long way,” Lummis said as she opened the hearing. “Now we are at the point where we can move forward.” The hearing […]Cryptopolitan
Wed, Feb 26
On-Chain Data Reveals Binance’s Strategy Behind Massive Ethereum And Solana Sell-Off
As the broader cryptocurrency market grapples with significant downturns, Ethereum (ETH) and Solana (SOL) have emerged as some of the hardest-hit assets among the top ten digital currencies. On top of that, recent allegations by market experts on social media suggest potential market manipulation by...NewsBTC
Wed, Feb 26
Bank of America to launch its own USD-backed stablecoin in efforts to charm Trump
Bank of America CEO Brian Moynihan has confirmed that the bank plans to enter the stablecoin market, should US regulations allow it. Speaking at a Washington, D.C. event on Tuesday, Moynihan said that the bank is preparing to launch a USD-backed stablecoin in efforts to align with self-proclaimed ‘crypto president’ Donald Trump’s agendas after he […]Cryptopolitan
Wed, Feb 26
Verasity Price Prediction 2025-2031: Could VRA Price Exceed $1?
Key takeaways Verasity (VRA) is a blockchain-based platform that enhances video sharing and streaming experiences. It aims to solve issues related to online video monetization, providing a decentralized solution that rewards content creators and viewers through its unique Proof of View (PoV) technology. This technology ensures that views are genuine, helping combat fraud and ensuring […]Cryptopolitan
Wed, Feb 26
Investors Push GameStop CEO To Consider $5 Billion Bitcoin Reserve Strategy
GameStop CEO Ryan Cohen confirmed via social media platform X that he has received a proposal from Strive Asset Management advocating for the company to adopt Bitcoin (BTC) as a reserve asset. The letter, dated February 24, outlines a compelling case for GameStop to leverage its substantial cash res...Bitcoinist
Wed, Feb 26
US SEC, Tron founder Justin Sun explore resolution of civil fraud case
NEW YORK, Feb 26 (Reuters) - Justin Sun and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission are exploring a resolution to the regulator's civil fraud case against the Chinese cryptocurrency entrepreneur, according to a Wednesday court filing.The SEC sued Sun and his companies Tron Foundation, BitTor...Reuters
Wed, Feb 26
Bitcoin Whale Dominance Hits 96% Amid Increased Selling Pressure – Analyst
Bitcoin (BTC) is trading below the $90,000 mark after a bearish month of February, with analysts and investors growing increasingly fearful that the price could drop to even lower levels. The broader market has continued to decline, setting fresh lows as uncertainty grips traders. Related Reading: B...Bitcoinist
Wed, Feb 26
Meme coin inspired by Fortnite’s in-game crypto ‘Dill Bits’ plunges over 90%
The popular battle royale game Fortnite recently added fake crypto in-game as a joke to poke fun at the cryptocurrency industry. However, crypto degens took it seriously and launched a meme coin named ‘$DB,’ on Solana which soared to a market cap of $4.78 million. $DB immediately crashed and currently sits at a market cap […]Cryptopolitan
Wed, Feb 26
Long-Term Dogecoin Holders Are In “Denial” – On-Chain Metrics Expose Weakness
Dogecoin (DOGE) is trading at key demand levels after two weeks of intense selling pressure, with bears driving DOGE down over 30%. The broader crypto market has faced a prolonged correction that started in mid-January, but meme coins have been the most impacted. As the market leader in the meme coi...NewsBTC
Wed, Feb 26
Did You Miss Solana’s Rise From $0.50 to $258 in 2021? This Altcoin Looks Ready for an Equal Run from $0.015
In 2021, Solana (SOL) surged from $0.50 to $258, delivering a historic 500x return to early investors. Four years later, a new altcoin is sparking similar excitement as its presale accelerates, drawing parallels to SOL’s early momentum. Mutuum Finance (MUTM), a decentralized lending and borrowing platform, has raised $1,424,320.08 in its ongoing presale. The presale […]Cryptopolitan
Wed, Feb 26
THORChain price prediction 2025-2031: Will RUNE spike soon?
Key takeaways: THORChain is a decentralized exchange that allows cross-chain token swaps. This THORChain price prediction adds some spark with many foods for thought. For instance, THORChain is a fundamental innovation for #Bitcoin, creating the most trust-minimized way to buy and sell BTC for other digital assets or stablecoins On-chain, verifiable. The way it was. […]Cryptopolitan
Wed, Feb 26
This Analyst Predicted The Dogecoin Price Crash Below $0.2, Here’s The Rest Of The Forecast
Crypto analyst Bithereum, who predicted the Dogecoin price crash below the $0.2 level, has revealed the rest of his forecast for the foremost meme coin. Based on this, DOGE could soon witness a bullish reversal and rally to its local high of $0.45. What Next For The Dogecoin Price In a TradingView p...Bitcoinist
Wed, Feb 26
