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0 posts last weekMonero Hit by 51% Attack, Kraken Halts XMR Deposits
Monero (XMR) is experiencing a 51% attack where mining pool Qubic has gained majority control of the network’s computational power, enabling potential double-spending and transaction reordering. Kraken exchange has implemented protective measures including temporary deposit halts and increased confirmation requirements to 720 blocks. Qubic claims this was an experiment to prove Monero’s security weaknesses while asserting the network’s core privacy features remain intact. Despite the attack, XMR’s price remains stable, trading around $276 with a 4% daily gain. Historical precedents from Ethereum Classic and Bitcoin Gold show such attacks can result in millions in losses, though technological improvements have reduced their frequency in recent years.
about Monero Hit by 51% Attack, Kraken Halts XMR DepositsQubic Claims 51% Attack on Monero: Experiment or Threat?
Qubic announced it temporarily achieved a 51% attack on Monero, a privacy-focused blockchain, framing it as an experiment to bolster network security. The attack, if verified, could allow transaction manipulation, but experts like AMLBot and Horizen Labs question its success due to insufficient evidence. Qubic’s mining pool claims to have mined 63 out of 122 blocks, while critics highlight the lack of large-scale blockchain rewrites or double-spends. The incident reignites concerns about proof-of-work vulnerabilities, with Monero’s XMR dropping 6% amid the controversy. Qubic, which uses computational power for AI, argues the move was defensive, but critics warn of centralization risks and the exorbitant cost ($75M/day) of sustaining such control.
about Qubic Claims 51% Attack on Monero: Experiment or Threat?Bitcoin Holders Use Crypto Loans for Tax-Free Real Estate
Bitcoin holders are leveraging crypto-backed loans to buy real estate without selling their BTC, thereby avoiding capital gains taxes and maintaining exposure to potential price appreciation. According to Ledn co-founder Mauricio Di Bartolomeo, this approach is gaining traction among crypto-rich individuals who may not qualify for traditional financing. Since loans are not typically taxable events, borrowers can unlock liquidity while keeping their Bitcoin investments intact. The trend highlights the growing intersection of decentralized finance (DeFi) and real-world asset acquisition.
about Bitcoin Holders Use Crypto Loans for Tax-Free Real EstateSEC Approves Trump Media’s $2.3B Bitcoin Treasury Deal
The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has approved Trump Media and Technology Group’s (TMTG) registration statement for its $2.3 billion Bitcoin treasury deal. The S-3 filing, declared effective on June 13, allows TMTG to register the resale of approximately 56 million shares and 29 million more tied to convertible notes as part of debt and equity agreements with around 50 investors. This move follows TMTG’s earlier capital raise to purchase Bitcoin, despite initial denials of such plans. The approval underscores the growing intersection of traditional finance and cryptocurrency, as TMTG, which owns Truth Social, continues to expand its financial strategies.
about SEC Approves Trump Media's $2.3B Bitcoin Treasury DealYouTuber Exposes $800K Crypto Scam in Cebu
A YouTuber infiltrated and exposed an $800,000 crypto scam operating from the Skyrise building in Cebu IT Park, Philippines. The fraudulent call center used fake investment products such as Quantum AI and Bitcoin Code to lure victims from South Africa, Nigeria, and Gulf countries, previously targeting Canada, the UK, and Europe. The scammers operated under multiple aliases, including BMJ Data Processing Services and Virtual Wealth Exchange, exploiting the Philippines’ low labor costs and English proficiency to run their global fraud scheme. The YouTuber’s live confrontation and CCTV hack revealed the operation’s scale and methods.
about YouTuber Exposes $800K Crypto Scam in CebuJudge Questions Return of Seized Funds from Bitfinex Hack Case
A federal court is deliberating on the US government’s request to return funds seized from the 2016 Bitfinex hack to the exchange. Judge Colleen Kollar-Kotelly raised concerns that returning the 94,643 Bitcoin could improperly reduce the forfeiture order against the accused money launderers, Ilya Lichtenstein and Heather Morgan, who have pleaded guilty and are facing prison sentences. The judge has asked for clarification from prosecutors by February 4 before making a decision.
about Judge Questions Return of Seized Funds from Bitfinex Hack CaseBitcoin Investor Ordered to Surrender Crypto Keys in Tax Fraud Case
A Texas Bitcoin investor, Frank Richard Ahlgren III, has been ordered to surrender his crypto keys and access codes following a two-year prison sentence for tax fraud. Ahlgren underreported capital gains on over $3.7 million in Bitcoin sales, resulting in a $1.1 million restitution owed to the government. The court has restricted any movement of his cryptocurrency until the restitution is satisfied, marking a significant case in cryptocurrency-related tax evasion.
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