Sam Bankman-Fried Arrested in Bahamas Just Weeks After FTX Filed for Bankruptcy
FTX founder and former CEO Sam Bankman-Fried was arrested on Dec. 12, 2022, in the Bahamas for allegedly defrauding investors out of $1.8 billion.
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FTX Continues to Unravel — Was It a Ponzi Scheme?
FTX, founded by Sam Bankman-Fried, lost its CEO, a deal with Binance, and filed for bankruptcy all in November 2022. Was it all just a Ponzi scheme?
Bankruptcy Auction Is Scheduled for Crypto Exchange Voyager Digital
Crypto brokerage Voyager Digital received several bids, so it's heading to the bankruptcy auction block. Here’s a Voyager crypto update on the bankruptcy auction.
Crypto Layoffs Continue as CEOs Focus on Crypto Winter Concerns
The crypto world is experiencing layoffs. Amid concerns about a "crypto winter," Coinbase fired 18 percent of its staff and in a second lay off round, Gemini axed staff.
Binance Skirted the Iran Sanctions: The Crypto Kerfuffle, Explained
The world’s largest crypto exchange, Binance, reportedly served Iranian customers despite U.S. sanctions against doing business in the country.
Vauld Will Likely Avoid Bankruptcy With Nexo Buyout
Crypto lender Vauld is tumbling amid crypto winter, but it may avoid bankruptcy with a buyout from rival Nexo. Here are all the buyout details.
Binance Halts Withdrawals on Its Bitcoin (BTC) Network — Here's Why
Binance has halted withdrawals on its Bitcoin (BTC) network due to a backlog caused by a batch of transactions getting stuck from low transaction fees submitted.
Binance’s New $500M Web3 Fund Is Reserved for Institutional Investors
Binance has launched a new $500 million web3 fund. What is it and can retail investors get a piece of the pie? Currently, it's reserved for institutional investors.
FTX Crypto Exchange to Launch Beta Stock Trading Later This Year
FTX Stocks is coming. Here’s what we know about the stock trading addition to the major crypto exchange. The FTX crypto exchange has big plans.
From Billions to Broke: Binance’s LUNA Investment Tanks
Binance once had a LUNA investment in the billions. Now, it’s worth almost nil. How much did Binance lose on LUNA? See how it went from billions to broke.
Coinbase Isn’t Going Bankrupt — Consumers May Be at Risk If It Does
A recent Coinbase disclosure prompted questions about the crypto exchange’s future. Executives say it isn't going bankrupt, but consumers could be at risk if it does.
Binance Recovers Small Fraction of Crypto From $600 Million Heist
After hackers made off with $600 million in crypto from the Binance network in March, the blockchain company has recovered a small fraction of it.
Coinbase NFT Marketplace Is Now Available in Beta
Crypotcurrency platform Coinbase announced its latest product, the Coinbase NFT marketplace. Although the marketplace is available in beta, there's a waitlist.
Class-Action Lawsuit Hits Paradigm, Andreessen Horowitz, and More for Uniswap Scams
Uniswap Labs and its investors are getting hit with a class-action lawsuit over “rampant fraud.” Here’s what to know.
Gerry Cotten’s Net Worth Was Massive at the Time of His Supposed Death
Here's a look into Cotten’s net worth and why many question the legitimacy of his death.
Is QuadrigaCX CEO Gerry Cotten Alive and Enjoying Stolen Crypto Money?
Gerry Cotten’s death gets another look in the Netflix documentary "Trust No One," which covers conspiracy theories about the late QuadrigaCX CEO.
Coincheck Is Coming: Japanese Crypto Exchange to Go Public in U.S. SPAC Merger
Japanese crypto exchange Coincheck is going public in the U.S. via a SPAC IPO. Here’s what we know about the upcoming stock’s merger date, share price, and more.
Kraken CEO Jesse Powell Refuses to Freeze Russian Crypto Accounts
Jesse Powell acknowledged that he understands the request to freeze Russian accounts, but won't do so without a legal requirement.
Coinbase, Binance, and Other Crypto Exchanges Support the Ruble Right Now
Ukraine continues to face Russian invasions and wants Coinbase, Binance, and other crypto exchanges to stop supporting the Russian ruble.
Does Coinbase Report to the IRS? Yes, and You Should Too
Come tax time, crypto traders will be on the hook for capital gains and income taxes. In many cases, Coinbase reports user information to the IRS. You should too.
Is It Safe to Keep Coins in a Binance Wallet? Privacy Issues Debunked
Some investors wonder if Binance is a safe platform for storing crypto coins. It all depends on which wallet you're using. Let's see what investors can expect.
Crypto Company QuadrigaCX Has Ties to DeFi Company Wonderland
The QuadrigaCX scandal has ties to DeFi company Wonderland. Users see a conflict of interest. What's the QuadrigaCX scandal? Here's the scoop.
Coinbase Alert Scam: How to Protect Yourself From Digital Scams
Coinbase is one cryptocurrency platform that has experienced email scams. Here are tips for protecting yourself and your private data online.
Matt Damon Advertisement Gives Crypto.com a Boost
Matt Damon partnered with Crypto.com a few months ago. The actor’s commercial with the crypto exchange has been popular on social media.
Coinbase Glitch Causes Users to See Inflated Crypto Prices
Coinbase and CoinMarketCap.com had glitches on their websites on Dec. 14. Some users made memes about the ordeal, while other people weren't happy about it.
HOOD Stock Prediction: Will Robinhood Go Up If It Adds More Cryptos?
What’s the prediction for Robinhood (HOOD) stock? Will Robinhood stock go back up if it adds more cryptos like Shiba Inu to the platform?
What's Crypto.com's CRO Token's 2030 Price Prediction, and Will It Hit $100?
Crypto.com's CRO token has been hitting new highs on several positive developments. What's CRO's 2030 price prediction? Can it hit $100?
Is Crypto.com’s CRO Coin Still a Good Investment?
Investors seeking the next crypto to explode want to know why CRO is going up. Will it hit $1 before the end of Nov. 2021?
How Much Did Crypto.com Pay for the Staples Center Naming Rights?
In an era of massive sports sponsorship deals, Crypto.com com is paying a reported $700 million for Staples Center's naming rights.
The Robinhood Data Breach: What To Know, and Whether You’re at Risk
Robinhood's recent data breach is a big one. Here's what to know about the hack that's impacting millions of users.
Coinbase Rivals OpenSea, Announces the Launch of NFT Marketplace
Cryptocurrency exchange platform Coinbase continues to produce new products and announced its NFT marketplace.
How To Minimize Fees While Trading on Coinbase
As Coinbase gains importance in the crypto space, users want to know how to trade on Coinbase without fees.
Why Coinbase Pro Is Worth the Upgrade for Active Traders
As cryptocurrency trading gains mainstream importance, people wonder which exchange to use. Is Coinbase Pro worth it?
How to Transfer Crypto From Crypto.com to Coinbase in 6 Simple Steps
Crypto.com allows users to withdrawal to other external wallet addresses simply and securely—here's how.
When Will Robinhood Add Shiba Inu (SHIB)? It Could Be a Win-Win
Shiba Inu fans, who have a community by the name ShibArmy have been pushing Robinhood to add the coin. When will Robinhood add SHIB?
Coinbase Unlocks a 'Direct Deposit' Feature, Widens Its Offerings
U.S. cryptocurrency platform Coinbase dives deeper into financial services. The platform announced that it will soon offer a "direct deposit" feature.
Robinhood IPO Rules Restrict 'Flipping' Shares, Explained
Under Robinhood’s IPO rules, investors will have to hang onto IPOs shares for at least 30 days before they can sell them again.
How Uniswap's Price Could Reach $1,500 in 2030
Investors want to know Uniswap's price prediction. Where will the altcoin will be in 2030 amid the DeFi boom and regulatory headwinds?
Coinbase Tasked To Propose a Regulatory Framework for Crypto in the U.S.
U.S. cryptocurrency platform Coinbase has been tasked with proposing regulations for crypto in the U.S.
Robinhood Users Eager to Try New Digital Wallet Face a Waitlist
Financial application platform, Robinhood, recently announced the launch of its crypto wallet. Users who are eager to try the wallet have to get on the waitlist.
Robinhood Further Aligns With Crypto, Announcing a New Digital Wallet
Cryptocurrency platform Robinhood, known for its involvement in the GameStop trading fiasco, has announced it will be releasing a wallet.
How to Transfer Funds From Coinbase to KuCoin—Simple Process
U.S. cryptocurrency platform Coinbase makes it simple and seamless to transfer funds from its platform to others like KuCoin—here's how.
Coinbase Cancels Launch of Its Lending Product Amid SEC Threats
Cryptocurrency platform Coinbase was set to rollout its lending product "Lend." However, the company won't be offering the product amid SEC threats.
XYO Coin Surges on Coinbase Listing, More Gains to Follow
XYO coin has produced staggering returns for investors in 2021. What is XYO coin’s price prediction? Here's what investors can expect.
Robinhood’s Recurring Crypto Investment Feature Has Launched. How Does It Work?
Investment platform Robinhood enables users to build their portfolios steadily with its new feature, "recurring investments"—here's how.
Coinbase Adds SHIBUSD, Shiba Inu's Price Rises in Response
After dealing with technical difficulties, Coinbase Pro finally plans to list the meme coin. What does this mean for SHIBUSD?
Mark Cuban Offers Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong Advice Amid SEC Filing
Cryptocurrency exchange platform Coinbase now has the SEC on its back regarding the impending platform "Coinbase Lend." Mark Cuban has some advice for CEO Brian Armstrong.
Why Is Coinbase’s Share Price Dropping? SEC Might Be One Reason
Coinbase shares have seen concerning drops this week. The SEC could be one of the reasons. Here's why Coinbase shares are dropping.
Why the SEC Is Investigating Uniswap, Crypto Crackdown Begins
Uniswap, the world's largest decentralized crypto exchange, and its main developer, Uniswap Lab, will undergo an investigation initiated by the SEC.
Robinhood’s New Early Deposit Feature Will Rival PayPal’s
Robinhood is planning to add an early deposit feature that allows you to receive your paycheck early. PayPal also offers this feature.