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SBF Now Acts as ‘Jailhouse Lawyer,’ Advised Inmate Before Trump Pardon

FTX founder advised fellow inmates including ex-Honduran President Hernández, who received a Trump pardon this month. Key Points SBF encouraged Hernández to testify during his March 2024 drug trafficking trial; Trump pardoned the former president on Dec. 1. The FTX founder also served as a sounding board for Sean Combs during his trial, helping him…

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Crypto Trader Loses $50M USDT to Address Poisoning Despite Test Transaction

The victim first sent a $50 test to the correct address before the attacker's look-alike address captured the full transfer. Key Points Scammer converted stolen USDT to DAI within minutes, blocking any potential Tether freeze action. Funds are being laundered via Tornado Cash, a mixing service that obscures transaction trails. Similar $70M address poisoning case…

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BOJ Hikes Rate to 30-Year High at 0.75%, Bitcoin Holds Steady

Key Points Bitcoin remained stable around $87,000 following the BOJ announcement, contrasting with 20-30% drawdowns after previous rate hikes in 2024. The rate hike takes effect Dec. 22 and marks the fourth increase since BOJ ended negative rates in March 2024. Japan's economy contracted 2.3% annualized in Q3 while November core inflation reached 3%, creating…

SEC Eased 60% of Inherited Crypto Cases Under Trump, NYT Investigation Finds

Key Points SEC pulled back from 14 of 23 crypto cases inherited from prior administrations since January 2025 Eight of the 14 cases involved defendants who later formed political or financial ties to Trump NYT found no evidence firms tried to influence cases through donations or business ties Dec. 15 (Crypto-News.Net) - The U.S. Securities…

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What is Bitcoin Dominance? BTC Market Share Explained

Last Updated: Dec. 14, 2025 Disclosure: The author holds cryptocurrency assets. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, investment, or trading advice. Cryptocurrency investments carry significant risk, and you may lose some or all of your investment. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Always conduct your own research and consult…

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What is Wrapped Bitcoin (WBTC)? BTC on Ethereum Explained

Last Updated: December 14, 2025 This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, investment, or trading advice. Cryptocurrency investments carry significant risk. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions. Risk Warning: Wrapped Bitcoin involves custodial and smart contract risks that do not exist when holding…

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Should I Buy Bitcoin Now? Key Factors to Consider

Last Updated: Dec 14, 2025 Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, investment, or trading advice. The author may hold positions in Bitcoin or other cryptocurrencies mentioned in this article. Cryptocurrency investments carry significant risk, including the potential loss of your entire investment. Past performance does not guarantee future…

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What is Bitcoin on Cash App? How to Buy, Sell, and Send BTC

Last Updated: Dec. 14, 2025 Cash App, the mobile payment service from Block, Inc., allows users to buy, sell, and send Bitcoin directly within the app. For people already familiar with Cash App for peer-to-peer payments, this feature offers a simple entry point into cryptocurrency without needing to sign up for a separate trading platform. This article…

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Trump and Bitcoin: Policy, Strategic Reserve, and Market Impact

Last Updated: December 14, 2025 Donald Trump's stance on Bitcoin has undergone a significant transformation. Once skeptical of cryptocurrency, the Trump administration has now positioned the United States as a potential leader in Bitcoin adoption through unprecedented policy actions, including the establishment of a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve. This article presents policy developments factually without endorsement. It covers…

December 11, 20250Comments

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What Happens When All the Bitcoin is Mined?

So, what happens when all the Bitcoin is mined? This question drives significant debate in the cryptocurrency community. Bitcoin operates under a fundamental constraint: there will only ever be 21 million coins. According to the Bitcoin whitepaper, this hard cap creates digital scarcity by design. As of December 2025, approximately 19.96 million BTC have already been mined. This represents…

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