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Lazarus Group Allegedly Behind $100 Million Crypto Hack on Atomic Wallet, Elliptic Reports

According to blockchain analytics firm Elliptic, the Lazarus Group, a North Korean cybercrime syndicate, has allegedly stolen over $100 million in cryptocurrency from Atomic Wallet. The hack, which occurred on June 3, resulted in the theft of $35 million worth of digital tokens.

Hong Kong Releases Guidelines for Crypto Firms Operating in the Country

Hong Kong has introduced its Virtual Asset Trading Platform (VATP) handbook to establish itself as a crypto hub. The Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) has provided guidelines for cryptocurrency companies that wish to operate in the city, and will oversee all licensing. The guidelines include "transitional agreements" that offer a one-year trial period for crypto firms to apply for a business license in 2024 if they meet the SFC's requirements.

Shiba Inu Whale Adds $10 Million Worth of SHIB to Portfolio in Single Transaction, Total Balance Now at $35 Million

A top Shiba Inu whale has added $10 million worth of SHIB to their portfolio in a single transaction, bringing their total balance to 5.28 trillion SHIB valued at $35 million. The whale has been active since May 16 and has transferred a total of 20 trillion SHIB, worth $176.8 million, to a mysterious wallet through four separate transactions.

Over 100 Recorded Physical Attacks Against Bitcoin Holders

A recent list published on GitHub documents over 100 physical attacks against Bitcoin holders or infrastructure facilitating BTC transactions, dating back to 2014. The first recorded attack was on Hal Finney in 2014, who was a supporter of Bitcoin and in contact with its mysterious founder, Satoshi Nakamoto.

Professor Carol Alexander questions SEC's ability to win lawsuit against Binance

According to Professor Carol Alexander of the University of Essex, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) may not be financially strong enough to win its lawsuit against Binance. However, she also emphasized the importance of proper regulation in the cryptocurrency industry to prevent fraudulent activities.

Avorak AI Analysis Suggests Bitcoin's Latest Price Action Resembles a Market Bottom

Avorak AI, a cryptocurrency project that uses AI-driven solutions, has analyzed Bitcoin's recent price movements and suggests that it resembles a market bottom rather than a bearish trend.

Terra Luna Classic (LUNC) Bulls Fight Back Amid Sell Pressure, Positive Fundamentals Emerge

The cryptocurrency Terra Luna Classic (LUNC) has seen a 1.5% increase in value on Monday, despite facing sell pressure due to negative sentiment in the broader crypto market and recent resistance at the $0.0001150 level.

Bitcoin Price Struggles to Hold Support Below $26,150, Could See Another Decline

Bitcoin is struggling to stay above the $26,150 support and could face further decline if it breaks the key $25,400 support. The cryptocurrency is currently trading below $26,000 and the 100 hourly Simple moving average, with a bearish trend line forming around $26,000.

British Prime Minister Sunak: We Must Accept Technological Innovations Such As Web3, Welcome a16z To Open Its First Overseas Office in the UK

Following the SEC’s lawsuits against Binance and Coinbase, the lawsuits have dragged down token prices and forced market participants to seek alternative jurisdictions. With the UK at the center of Web3, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is keen to provide regulatory clarity on how cryptocurrency businesses should register and operate in the UK.

EOS Network Foundation CEO Believes the Blockchain Project is Just Getting Started

EOS, which was once a top ten cryptocurrency by market cap, has faced setbacks and dropped to the top 50. However, the EOS Network Foundation (ENF) has taken over and made strategic partnerships to revive the project, including launching an Ethereum Virtual Machine mainnet and pledging $20 million to developers.