The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has filed one of the largest cryptocurrency forfeiture actions in history, a bid to seize 127,271 Bitcoin (BTC) worth roughly $12 billion, linked to a vast international “pig butchering” operation. Filed in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York (EDNY), the civil action targets assets allegedly controlled by Chen Zhi, a Chinese national accused of orchestrating the multi-billion-dollar “Synoptic” fraud network. According to court filings, the assets trace back to wallets connected to a series of deceptive crypto investment schemes, scams that blended romance and financial manipulation to defraud victims The post U.S. Government Moves to Forfeit $12 Billion in Bitcoin Tied to Global “Pig Butchering” Scam appeared first on The Merkle News.

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Ethereum price has formed a multi-month bull flag pattern on the weekly chart, which could position it for a potential 76% upside if a breakout is confirmed. According to data from crypto.news, Ethereum (ETH) was trading at $4,120 on Wednesday…

The crypto framework law in the Senate is now on pause as lawmakers debate possible new amendments.

Bitcoin’s energy-based economic model is set to benefit from the fiat “debasement” needed to fund the global arms race for developing the most advanced AI models.

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Ether's price could retest the $3,800 level, but traders said Ethereum's native token was preparing for a breakout to new highs, with $10,000 in sight.

Bitcoin dropped back toward its lowest levels in several weeks after a rebound fizzled at $116,000, and an infamous whale stayed short BTC.

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Record inflows to BlackRock’s crypto ETFs cement the asset manager’s dominance as institutional investors pour billions into Bitcoin and Ethereum exposure.

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Less than a week after reports of an agreement between the “Bitcoin Jesus” and US authorities, Roger Ver’s 2024 criminal tax case may be nearing an end.

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BTC could drop to $74,000 in the worst-case scenario if the price failed to hold above the $110,000 support level, but is the top really in?

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The choice between Bitcoin and stocks isn’t simple. Here’s how analysts and data reveal how investors can approach it.

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Deep Bitcoin bids below $105,000 signal a market cleanup phase following last week’s historic liquidation event. After the dip-buying ends, will BTC reclaim $117,500?

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The rollout marks the second phase of Ethereum’s three-step roadmap, testing higher gas limits and the new PeerDAS data-sampling system.

The US said it would pursue forfeiture of the Bitcoin holdings tied to a Cambodia-based company if the alleged ringleader were convicted.

Tether’s $299.5 million Celsius settlement could ignite a debate over stablecoin accountability and the legal risks facing issuers in future crypto bankruptcies.

The executive order creating the Office of Digital Assets and Blockchain Technology under the New York City government came three months before Eric Adams will leave office.

Despite SOL’s rebound above $200, Solana faces slowing network activity and stronger rivals like BNB Chain and Hyperliquid. Is $300 before year-end possible?

Retail traders and institutions are accumulating SOL below $200, as whale activity rises and ETF anticipation fuels hopes of a renewed bullish phase.

Brazil’s BRLV stablecoin gives institutions a compliant way to access the country’s high bond yields amid growing global demand for real-world assets.

The bill, if passed, would codify US President Donald Trump’s executive order allowing retirement plans to include “alternative assets,” including cryptocurrencies.

Binance and BNB Chain have pledged a total of $728 million in support for traders following the sell-off, but the exchange maintains it is not responsible for users’ losses.

Need to know what happened in crypto today? Here is the latest news on daily trends and events impacting Bitcoin price, blockchain, DeFi, NFTs, Web3 and crypto regulation.

Japan is set to amend its rules, which would empower its securities regulator to investigate and punish those involved in crypto-related insider trading.

An oracle vulnerability on Binance contributed to Friday’s market crash, which clocked in as the largest liquidation event in history at $19 B. In this article, Cointelegraph Research analyses newly released forensic orderbook data from the crash.

BitMine chair Tom Lee said that Ether going to $12,000 wouldn’t be a “blow off top,” it will just be price discovery at a new level.

Unlimited leverage and sentiment-driven valuations create cascading liquidations that wipe billions overnight. Crypto’s maturity demands systematic discipline.

BlackRock is the largest asset manager in the world, with $13.46 trillion in assets under management and comprising $104 billion in crypto assets.

Crypto markets rebounded to $4 trillion after the largest liquidation event in history as analysts maintained bullish October forecasts, citing structural factors.

Fantasy sports crypto platform Sorare is migrating from Ethereum to Solana, with its CEO saying it is a better fit for Sorare due to its scalability and focus on consumer applications.

Crypto analysts say the weekend’s market volatility is temporary and are predicting an upward trend to emerge in the coming weeks.

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The supply of Ether is being pressured like never before, and with increasing institutional demand, the price is expected to continue rising from here, analysts say.

Rachael Lucas, an analyst at BTC Markets, said the growing accumulation of Bitcoin suggests “larger players are doubling down.”

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After BNB Chain’s X hack, meme token “4” surged from $3K to $2M following CZ’s mention. We break down the timeline and key risks.

In a move to formalize its crypto policy, New York City has launched the nation’s first office dedicated to digital assets and blockchain technology. New York City has launched the U.S.’ first-ever municipal office focused on digital assets and blockchain,…

Bhutan has started moving its national digital identity system onto the Ethereum blockchain, a step its government and partners describe as a first for a country of its size. Related Reading: Hackers Strike Again — $21M Stablecoin Loot Moved To Ethereum Network According to government and blockchain sources, the move aims to anchor identity attestations […]

The crypto framework law in the Senate is now on pause as lawmakers debate possible new amendments.

Bitcoin’s energy-based economic model is set to benefit from the fiat “debasement” needed to fund the global arms race for developing the most advanced AI models.

• #bitcoin

Ether's price could retest the $3,800 level, but traders said Ethereum's native token was preparing for a breakout to new highs, with $10,000 in sight.

Bitcoin dropped back toward its lowest levels in several weeks after a rebound fizzled at $116,000, and an infamous whale stayed short BTC.

• #bitcoin

Record inflows to BlackRock’s crypto ETFs cement the asset manager’s dominance as institutional investors pour billions into Bitcoin and Ethereum exposure.

• #bitcoin

Less than a week after reports of an agreement between the “Bitcoin Jesus” and US authorities, Roger Ver’s 2024 criminal tax case may be nearing an end.

• #bitcoin

BTC could drop to $74,000 in the worst-case scenario if the price failed to hold above the $110,000 support level, but is the top really in?

• #bitcoin

The choice between Bitcoin and stocks isn’t simple. Here’s how analysts and data reveal how investors can approach it.

• #bitcoin

Deep Bitcoin bids below $105,000 signal a market cleanup phase following last week’s historic liquidation event. After the dip-buying ends, will BTC reclaim $117,500?

• #bitcoin

The rollout marks the second phase of Ethereum’s three-step roadmap, testing higher gas limits and the new PeerDAS data-sampling system.

The US said it would pursue forfeiture of the Bitcoin holdings tied to a Cambodia-based company if the alleged ringleader were convicted.

Tether’s $299.5 million Celsius settlement could ignite a debate over stablecoin accountability and the legal risks facing issuers in future crypto bankruptcies.

The executive order creating the Office of Digital Assets and Blockchain Technology under the New York City government came three months before Eric Adams will leave office.

Despite SOL’s rebound above $200, Solana faces slowing network activity and stronger rivals like BNB Chain and Hyperliquid. Is $300 before year-end possible?

Retail traders and institutions are accumulating SOL below $200, as whale activity rises and ETF anticipation fuels hopes of a renewed bullish phase.

Brazil’s BRLV stablecoin gives institutions a compliant way to access the country’s high bond yields amid growing global demand for real-world assets.

The bill, if passed, would codify US President Donald Trump’s executive order allowing retirement plans to include “alternative assets,” including cryptocurrencies.

Binance and BNB Chain have pledged a total of $728 million in support for traders following the sell-off, but the exchange maintains it is not responsible for users’ losses.

Need to know what happened in crypto today? Here is the latest news on daily trends and events impacting Bitcoin price, blockchain, DeFi, NFTs, Web3 and crypto regulation.

Japan is set to amend its rules, which would empower its securities regulator to investigate and punish those involved in crypto-related insider trading.

An oracle vulnerability on Binance contributed to Friday’s market crash, which clocked in as the largest liquidation event in history at $19 B. In this article, Cointelegraph Research analyses newly released forensic orderbook data from the crash.

BitMine chair Tom Lee said that Ether going to $12,000 wouldn’t be a “blow off top,” it will just be price discovery at a new level.

Unlimited leverage and sentiment-driven valuations create cascading liquidations that wipe billions overnight. Crypto’s maturity demands systematic discipline.

BlackRock is the largest asset manager in the world, with $13.46 trillion in assets under management and comprising $104 billion in crypto assets.

Crypto markets rebounded to $4 trillion after the largest liquidation event in history as analysts maintained bullish October forecasts, citing structural factors.

Fantasy sports crypto platform Sorare is migrating from Ethereum to Solana, with its CEO saying it is a better fit for Sorare due to its scalability and focus on consumer applications.

Crypto analysts say the weekend’s market volatility is temporary and are predicting an upward trend to emerge in the coming weeks.

• #bitcoin

The supply of Ether is being pressured like never before, and with increasing institutional demand, the price is expected to continue rising from here, analysts say.

Rachael Lucas, an analyst at BTC Markets, said the growing accumulation of Bitcoin suggests “larger players are doubling down.”

• #bitcoin

After BNB Chain’s X hack, meme token “4” surged from $3K to $2M following CZ’s mention. We break down the timeline and key risks.

The crypto framework law in the Senate is now on pause as lawmakers debate possible new amendments.

Bitcoin’s energy-based economic model is set to benefit from the fiat “debasement” needed to fund the global arms race for developing the most advanced AI models.

• #bitcoin

Ether's price could retest the $3,800 level, but traders said Ethereum's native token was preparing for a breakout to new highs, with $10,000 in sight.

Bitcoin dropped back toward its lowest levels in several weeks after a rebound fizzled at $116,000, and an infamous whale stayed short BTC.

• #bitcoin

Record inflows to BlackRock’s crypto ETFs cement the asset manager’s dominance as institutional investors pour billions into Bitcoin and Ethereum exposure.

• #bitcoin

Less than a week after reports of an agreement between the “Bitcoin Jesus” and US authorities, Roger Ver’s 2024 criminal tax case may be nearing an end.

• #bitcoin

BTC could drop to $74,000 in the worst-case scenario if the price failed to hold above the $110,000 support level, but is the top really in?

• #bitcoin

The choice between Bitcoin and stocks isn’t simple. Here’s how analysts and data reveal how investors can approach it.

• #bitcoin

Deep Bitcoin bids below $105,000 signal a market cleanup phase following last week’s historic liquidation event. After the dip-buying ends, will BTC reclaim $117,500?

• #bitcoin

The rollout marks the second phase of Ethereum’s three-step roadmap, testing higher gas limits and the new PeerDAS data-sampling system.

The US said it would pursue forfeiture of the Bitcoin holdings tied to a Cambodia-based company if the alleged ringleader were convicted.

Tether’s $299.5 million Celsius settlement could ignite a debate over stablecoin accountability and the legal risks facing issuers in future crypto bankruptcies.

The executive order creating the Office of Digital Assets and Blockchain Technology under the New York City government came three months before Eric Adams will leave office.

Despite SOL’s rebound above $200, Solana faces slowing network activity and stronger rivals like BNB Chain and Hyperliquid. Is $300 before year-end possible?

Retail traders and institutions are accumulating SOL below $200, as whale activity rises and ETF anticipation fuels hopes of a renewed bullish phase.

Brazil’s BRLV stablecoin gives institutions a compliant way to access the country’s high bond yields amid growing global demand for real-world assets.

The bill, if passed, would codify US President Donald Trump’s executive order allowing retirement plans to include “alternative assets,” including cryptocurrencies.

Binance and BNB Chain have pledged a total of $728 million in support for traders following the sell-off, but the exchange maintains it is not responsible for users’ losses.

Need to know what happened in crypto today? Here is the latest news on daily trends and events impacting Bitcoin price, blockchain, DeFi, NFTs, Web3 and crypto regulation.

Japan is set to amend its rules, which would empower its securities regulator to investigate and punish those involved in crypto-related insider trading.

An oracle vulnerability on Binance contributed to Friday’s market crash, which clocked in as the largest liquidation event in history at $19 B. In this article, Cointelegraph Research analyses newly released forensic orderbook data from the crash.

BitMine chair Tom Lee said that Ether going to $12,000 wouldn’t be a “blow off top,” it will just be price discovery at a new level.

Unlimited leverage and sentiment-driven valuations create cascading liquidations that wipe billions overnight. Crypto’s maturity demands systematic discipline.

BlackRock is the largest asset manager in the world, with $13.46 trillion in assets under management and comprising $104 billion in crypto assets.

Crypto markets rebounded to $4 trillion after the largest liquidation event in history as analysts maintained bullish October forecasts, citing structural factors.

Fantasy sports crypto platform Sorare is migrating from Ethereum to Solana, with its CEO saying it is a better fit for Sorare due to its scalability and focus on consumer applications.

Crypto analysts say the weekend’s market volatility is temporary and are predicting an upward trend to emerge in the coming weeks.

• #bitcoin

The supply of Ether is being pressured like never before, and with increasing institutional demand, the price is expected to continue rising from here, analysts say.

Rachael Lucas, an analyst at BTC Markets, said the growing accumulation of Bitcoin suggests “larger players are doubling down.”

• #bitcoin

After BNB Chain’s X hack, meme token “4” surged from $3K to $2M following CZ’s mention. We break down the timeline and key risks.

Japan’s FSA is preparing to introduce amendments to prevent insider trading in crypto markets. Violators could face increased fines and criminal charges. According to a report from Nikkei, Japan’s financial regulators at the FSA will introduce a series of law…

The crypto framework law in the Senate is now on pause as lawmakers debate possible new amendments.

Bitcoin’s energy-based economic model is set to benefit from the fiat “debasement” needed to fund the global arms race for developing the most advanced AI models.

• #bitcoin

Ether's price could retest the $3,800 level, but traders said Ethereum's native token was preparing for a breakout to new highs, with $10,000 in sight.

Bitcoin dropped back toward its lowest levels in several weeks after a rebound fizzled at $116,000, and an infamous whale stayed short BTC.

• #bitcoin

Record inflows to BlackRock’s crypto ETFs cement the asset manager’s dominance as institutional investors pour billions into Bitcoin and Ethereum exposure.

• #bitcoin