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Bitcoin bull Michael Saylor reverses remarks on self-custody after backlash

“I support self-custody for those willing and able,” Saylor said in a new post after encouraging "big bank" custody in an interview earlier this week. 

MicroStrategy founder Michael Saylor backpedaled on his comment that big banks should take custody of Bitcoin following a torrent of backlash from the crypto community. 

“I support self-custody for those willing and able, the right to self-custody for all, and freedom to choose the form of custody and custodian for individuals and institutions globally,” Saylor declared in a post on X on Oct. 23.

Saylor has been taking heat from the crypto community, including Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin, after calling out “paranoid crypto-anarchists” in a recent interview.

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ZachXBT reveals Murad Mahmudov’s alleged $24M memecoin wallets

ZachXBT shared what he claims are nearly a dozen wallets controlled by memecoin trader Murad Mahmudov, which drew mixed reactions online.

Crypto sleuth ZachXBT has revealed what he claims are 11 Ethereum and Solana wallets of memecoin bull Murad Mahmudov, which hold over $24 million worth of tokens.

The self-titled onchain sleuth claimed in an Oct. 8 X post that he linked Mahmudov to the wallets because they are “funded from the same source on Ethereum” and the “holdings are similar to his posts.”

ZachXBT said he revealed the claimed Mahmudov wallets “so the community can monitor his future activity.”

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Bitcoin ‘diamond hand’ sell-off risks outpacing ETF inflows at $98K

Crypto Community Rejects HBO’s Peter Todd-Satoshi Theory as Poor Journalism

Crypto Community Rejects HBO’s Peter Todd-Satoshi Theory as Poor JournalismOn Tuesday, HBO premiered its documentary “Money Electric,” attempting to portray software developer and Bitcoin contributor Peter Todd as the mysterious Satoshi Nakamoto. Following the broadcast, Todd quickly took to X to set the record straight, stating, “I’m not Satoshi.” His response ignited a lively discussion across social media, with many in the crypto community […]

Bitcoin ‘diamond hand’ sell-off risks outpacing ETF inflows at $98K

Analysis Reveals Possible 51% Attacks by Satoshi on Bitcoin in Early 2009

Analysis Reveals Possible 51% Attacks by Satoshi on Bitcoin in Early 2009A social media post by an X account named “Wicked” presents claims that Satoshi Nakamoto may have conducted 51% attacks on the Bitcoin blockchain in May 2009. Wicked speculated that Satoshi likely tested these attacks early on to understand their potential impact on the network. Claims Surface Suggesting Satoshi Nakamoto Tested 51% Attacks on Bitcoin […]

Bitcoin ‘diamond hand’ sell-off risks outpacing ETF inflows at $98K

‘Thousands’ Flock to World Liberty Financial Whitelist Following Trump’s Announcement

‘Thousands’ Flock to World Liberty Financial Whitelist Following Trump’s AnnouncementAfter former President Donald Trump revealed World Liberty Financial’s (WLF) whitelist signup, WLF’s X account shared that “thousands of people have joined” since the announcement. However, the excitement has been dampened by an influx of fake WLFI token scams flooding X. WLF: ‘Whitelist Is Already a Massive Success’ The crypto community has been haphazardly tracking […]

Bitcoin ‘diamond hand’ sell-off risks outpacing ETF inflows at $98K

Kamala Harris’s Blockchain Comment Sparks Mixed Reactions in Crypto Community

Kamala Harris’s Blockchain Comment Sparks Mixed Reactions in Crypto CommunityVice President Kamala Harris’s remarks on fostering technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) and blockchain have sparked plenty of chatter in the crypto community. While some see her words as encouraging and forward-thinking, others believe Harris is merely pandering and looking to gain political support. VP Harris Faces Skepticism Over Blockchain Statement Amid Ongoing Crypto Crackdown […]

Bitcoin ‘diamond hand’ sell-off risks outpacing ETF inflows at $98K

United Texas Bank Faces Regulatory Action for AML Failures Linked to ‘Virtual Currency Customers’

United Texas Bank Faces Regulatory Action for AML Failures Linked to ‘Virtual Currency Customers’United Texas Bank has been issued a cease and desist order by the U.S. Federal Reserve and the Texas Department of Banking due to significant compliance deficiencies. The bank must take immediate action to rectify issues related to its anti-money laundering (AML) program and corporate governance oversight. Cease and Desist Order for United Texas Bank […]

Bitcoin ‘diamond hand’ sell-off risks outpacing ETF inflows at $98K

Polymarket Odds Suggest 81% Chance of RFK Jr. Exiting 2024 Race as Shanahan Hints at Trump Alliance

Polymarket Odds Suggest 81% Chance of RFK Jr. Exiting 2024 Race as Shanahan Hints at Trump AllianceBased on Polymarket odds, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a 2024 independent presidential candidate, has a 81% probability of exiting the race after his running mate, Nicole Shanahan, hinted that their campaign might align with former President Donald Trump. On Tuesday, the odds of Kennedy withdrawing peaked to it’s highest point yet. RFK Jr.’s Campaign Faces […]

Bitcoin ‘diamond hand’ sell-off risks outpacing ETF inflows at $98K

Tornado Cash dev Alexey Pertsev seeks more funding for legal appeal

Pertsev’s case is a pivotal moment for the crypto community and advocates of digital privacy.

The legal battle surrounding Tornado Cash developer Alexey Pertsev has reached a critical juncture as he seeks additional funding to continue his fight for privacy rights and the freedom to publish code. 

According to the support account for Pertsev and Roman Storm, Pertsev, who was arrested two years ago and is embroiled in a high-stakes legal dispute, is now facing an uphill battle against government forces equipped with vast resources dedicated to his prosecution.

The support account highlighted the dire financial situation, noting that Pertsev has exhausted his funds. “It’s time to take a stand with Alexey and fight for what’s right,” the account stated, emphasizing the urgent need for between $750,000 and $1 million to cover ongoing legal expenses.

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Bitcoin ‘diamond hand’ sell-off risks outpacing ETF inflows at $98K

Amber Group calls for transparency after ZKX shutdown

The ZKX team’s shutdown serves as a reminder of the critical role that transparency and accountability play in the success and stability of cryptocurrency projects.

The recent shutdown of ZKX has sent ripples through the cryptocurrency community, prompting investor and market maker Amber Group to share its perspective and crucial information to promote transparency and support the community. 

In a post on the X social platform, Amber Group disclosed that the announcement on July 30 that ZKX would cease operations shocked Amber Group as it did to the broader crypto community.

The firm noted that it has been closely involved with ZKX as a market maker, facilitating liquidity during the token generation event (TGE) held on June 19.

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Bitcoin ‘diamond hand’ sell-off risks outpacing ETF inflows at $98K