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LAPD's Bitcoin Heist Recovery Exposes a Deeper Crypto Security Flaw

LAPD's Bitcoin Heist Recovery Exposes a Deeper Crypto Security Flaw

The LAPD recently seized $2.7 million in stolen Bitcoin mining equipment from LAX. They detained two suspected gun runners affiliated with a South American crime syndicate—the highest value take down in law enforcement’s ongoing war against illegal arms trading. It's not. While I commend the LAPD's efforts, this incident shines...

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Crocodilus Crypto Theft: Why Android Security Needs a Southeast Asian Focus

Crocodilus Crypto Theft: Why Android Security Needs a Southeast Asian Focus

Crocodilus. It sounds almost prehistoric, doesn't it? In a way, it is. This new Android malware, discovered by Threat Fabric in March 2025, isn't just another piece of malicious code. It's a stark reminder of the uneven digital landscape and the unintended consequences of a global security focus that often...

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Block's Bitkey Wallet Set for Overhaul with Enhanced Security and Privacy Features

Block's Bitkey Wallet Set for Overhaul with Enhanced Security and Privacy Features

Block, Inc., the fintech company co-founded by Jack Dorsey, recently unveiled some major new features to its self-custody Bitcoin wallet, Bitkey. These changes, all intended to improve safety, privacy, and usability, are scheduled to start being tested in May.Co-founder Jack Dorsey recently tweeted about some of the changes headed this...

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Crocodilus Crypto Malware: Is Your Android Wallet at Risk?

Crocodilus Crypto Malware: Is Your Android Wallet at Risk?

The world of cryptocurrency is always changing, bringing exciting new opportunities and potential new dangers. Faced with the growing popularity of digital assets come the dark forces of complex malware aimed directly at crypto users. This Crocodilus malware is not to be trifled with. This new and formidable threat aims...

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Ledger and Pudgy Penguins Unveil "Frozen for the Future" Crypto Security Collection

Ledger and Pudgy Penguins Unveil "Frozen for the Future" Crypto Security Collection

Pudgy Penguins and Ledger have collaborated to produce “Frozen for the Future.” Staying true to the brand’s signature playful aesthetic, this fun collection fuses cryptocurrency security and fun in the best way. The partnership consists of 1,000 bespoke-designed Ledger Flex devices and 500 themed protective cases engraved with Pudgy Penguins’...

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Polygon's Top 7 Wallets Are Here To Party (And Secure Your Crypto!)

Polygon's Top 7 Wallets Are Here To Party (And Secure Your Crypto!)

Let’s be real, sometimes it can seem like learning crypto is a bit like showing up to a rave in the middle of the night. Information overload? Check. Security concerns lurking around every corner? Double-check. But fear not, crypto comrades! Polygon’s here for you! So without further ado, allow me...

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Fartcoin Wallets in 2025 The Underdog's Guide to Security

Fartcoin Wallets in 2025 The Underdog's Guide to Security

Let's be honest, if you're holding Fartcoin in 2024, you're either incredibly brave, incredibly foolish, or you saw a funny tweet and threw a few bucks at it. No judgement here. If you’re hoping to preserve those digital assets well into 2025, now is the time to start thinking about...

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Solana Overtakes Ethereum in Staking Market Cap Amid Security Concerns

Solana Overtakes Ethereum in Staking Market Cap Amid Security Concerns

On this note, Solana has overtaken Ethereum in staking market capitalization, achieving a remarkable $53.15 billion. This milestone serves to encapsulate the rising demand for Solana’s staking model, as it inherently enjoys a higher staking yield than ETH, attracting a larger crowd. Doubts remain about Solana’s economic security given the...

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ETH to the Moon? $2.9B Inflows & Robinhood Fuel Ethereum Rally

ETH to the Moon? $2.9B Inflows & Robinhood Fuel Ethereum Rally

Ethereum seems to be going through a major influx of interest and investment, resulting in a breakout price movement. There are at least five interconnected reasons for this rally. Substantial institutional inflows, Robinhood’s recent foray into Layer 2 solutions, and shifting supply dynamics are all major factors. This article breaks...

Ethereum's $2.9B Institutional Flood: 3 Reasons Why It's Just the Beginning

Ethereum's $2.9B Institutional Flood: 3 Reasons Why It's Just the Beginning

Okay, let's be real. You've probably heard the buzz: Ethereum's on the rise. This isn't just another pump-and-dump story. We’re not just talking about a change, we’re talking about a large fundamental shift, a tectonic plate movement in the financial landscape. Put aside all the fancy charts and graphs for...

Solana ETF: Is the SEC Playing Favorites With Ethereum?

Solana ETF: Is the SEC Playing Favorites With Ethereum?

Okay, let's talk crypto. You've seen the headlines: Solana ETF launched, but...crickets? The hard underperformance in relation to Ethereum is raising a lot of eyebrows. Truthfully, it ought to enrage you. Is the SEC slightly, or perhaps less so, shading Solana, while golden-childing Ethereum? It sure feels that way.SEC's Stance:...

Robinhood's Ethereum Bet: Genius Move or Risky Gamble?

Robinhood's Ethereum Bet: Genius Move or Risky Gamble?

Robinhood’s taking a similar plunge into Ethereum—with their own Ethereum Layer-2 network. Institutional investors are pouring billions into ETH. Almost a third of all Ether is currently locked, creating a potential supply squeeze as we described here. So it’s all rosy futures and unicorns for the Boomer generation, yeah? Maybe....

Staking's Risky Future: Why Decentralization Might Be a Mirage

Staking's Risky Future: Why Decentralization Might Be a Mirage

We're told staking is the future. A future of trustless banking, enhanced privacy, and generating crypto yield. How do we know this utopian dream isn’t just a very well masked desert mirage twinkling in the distance? I think it's time we acknowledge the elephant in the digital room: staking, as...

3 Reasons Solana's ETF Launch Failed to Beat Ethereum (So Far)

3 Reasons Solana's ETF Launch Failed to Beat Ethereum (So Far)

Okay, let's be real. Almost everyone assumed Solana would moon after the ETF launch. I mean, a Solana ETF! It makes this clunking sound, like a rocket ship poised for lift-off. Thus far, the story the numbers are telling is the exact opposite. Ethereum is still king. Why? Here’s my...

Future of Crypto Staking: DVT, Rainbow Staking & More!

Future of Crypto Staking: DVT, Rainbow Staking & More!

Cryptocurrency staking is undergoing a historic sea change. New approaches like Distributed Validation Technology (DVT) and Rainbow Staking are paving the path forward. These innovations are more than just incremental progress. They represent an important step toward a more decentralized, accessible, and resilient staking ecosystem. This article looks in depth...

Solana Staking ETF Launches Amidst AUM Disparity with Industry Giants

Solana Staking ETF Launches Amidst AUM Disparity with Industry Giants

REX Shares, an investment firm with just over $5 billion in assets under management (AUM) in 2024, has launched a Solana Staking ETF. This decision puts REX Shares in a very competitive field. Industry behemoths such as BlackRock are at the forefront with a staggering AUM of $11.5 trillion.The Solana...