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Darknet Drug Lord Busted: 'Ketamelon' Unmasked in NCB Sting!

Darknet Drug Lord Busted: 'Ketamelon' Unmasked in NCB Sting!

This is important because cryptocurrency and blockchain often intersect with some of the more nefarious corners of our online lives. A big recent bust by India’s Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) underscores this grim reality. Code-named “Operation MELON,” this high-stakes probe resulted in a surprising breakthrough. Our agents were able to...

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Ketamelon's Darknet Empire: Is India Ready for the Crypto Drug Wars?

Ketamelon's Darknet Empire: Is India Ready for the Crypto Drug Wars?

The NCB’s “Operation MELON” bust in Cochin isn’t your average run-of-the-mill drug bust. It's a blaring alarm, a flashing red light screaming: India, wake up! The crypto-fueled darknet drug market is not only present but extremely sophisticated. We're not talking about back-alley deals; we're talking about a globally connected, digitally...

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NCB Uncovers Darknet Drug Syndicate 'Ketamelon,' Seizes Narcotics and Cryptocurrency

NCB Uncovers Darknet Drug Syndicate 'Ketamelon,' Seizes Narcotics and Cryptocurrency

The Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) has busted a big international drug syndicate active on the darknet named ‘Ketamelon. In the joint operation, they confiscated a significant haul of drugs and cryptocurrency. The Cochin zonal unit intercepted three postal parcels seized on June 28th. Inside, they discovered a jaw-dropping 280,000 LSD...

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Robinhood Staking: Smart Move or Risky Business Amid SEC Uncertainty?

Robinhood Staking: Smart Move or Risky Business Amid SEC Uncertainty?

Robinhood is jumping feet first – and in a big way – into the crypto staking waters. Surprise, users can now earn passive income with ETH and SOL! Sounds great, right? Maybe. Let’s face it, this step is like performing a triple axel on a tightrope over Niagara Falls with...

5 Altcoins About to Explode? Bloomberg Says YES!

5 Altcoins About to Explode? Bloomberg Says YES!

Guys, get ready! The crypto universe is on the cusp of becoming a much wilder place, and I’m here to explain why. Bloomberg, aka THE Bloomberg, is all but shrieking that altcoin ETFs are just around the corner—and when they arrive… KABOOM! We're talking potential life-changing gains. Say goodbye to...

Top 5 Altcoins Primed for ETF Approval in 2025: Bloomberg

Top 5 Altcoins Primed for ETF Approval in 2025: Bloomberg

The crypto space hasn’t been more exciting and neither have the opportunities for investors. And Beyond Bitcoin Bloomberg intelligence analysts see growing use of altcoins Bloomberg analysts found an increased acceptance. This amendment might open the door to future Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) that can transform how investors access these...

Robinhood's ETH & SOL Staking: Gamble or Genius Move?

Robinhood's ETH & SOL Staking: Gamble or Genius Move?

Robinhood, since launching its first cryptocurrencies in 2018, has quietly and gradually grown its crypto footprint. Much of this expansion is the result of strategic acquisitions along with new tech infrastructure. Now, with the introduction of staking services for Ethereum (ETH) and Solana (SOL), the platform is making a big...

Robinhood's Crypto Gamble: Democratizing Finance or Dancing with the Devil?

Robinhood's Crypto Gamble: Democratizing Finance or Dancing with the Devil?

Robinhood’s going all in on the crypto staking game with ETH and SOL. On one hand, they’re courageous trailblazers creating a more equitable landscape, but on the other, they’re foolhardy risk-takers courting catastrophe. Far from being too rosy, I say, let’s pump the breaks on the doom and gloom.Staking: Wall...

Altcoin ETFs in 2025? Don't Bet the Farm Just Yet.

Altcoin ETFs in 2025? Don't Bet the Farm Just Yet.

Bloomberg analysts are even casting a 90% likelihood of altcoin ETFs launching before the end of 2025. That's a bold claim. The prospect of being able to easily step into the next evolution of cryptocurrencies is exciting. Hold on, let’s pause for a second and rethink this thing. I’m not...

Altcoin ETFs: Opportunity or Overhyped Risk? A Pragmatic Take

Altcoin ETFs: Opportunity or Overhyped Risk? A Pragmatic Take

Let's be blunt: The buzz around potential altcoin ETFs is deafening. Nobody can blame you for being confused; everybody’s discussing it, from your barber to experts on CNBC. Before you cheer-lead this state of affairs, let’s pause, hit the brakes and bring some sober, stop-the-presses realism to the discussion. Have...

Altcoin ETF Mania? Bloomberg Sees 90% Approval Odds by 2025

Altcoin ETF Mania? Bloomberg Sees 90% Approval Odds by 2025

Bloomberg analysts are forecasting a wave of altcoin ETF approvals by 2025 with the probability set at a remarkable 90%. This forecast has ignited excitement and speculation within the cryptocurrency community, especially concerning the potential impact on altcoins like Dogecoin (DOGE), Cardano (ADA), Polkadot (DOT), Hedera (HBAR), and Avalanche (AVAX)....