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Police seized 63 cryptocurrency mining machines in Pathum Thani, discovering illegal activities using stolen electricity worth over 11 million baht
In Pathum Thani, the police seized 63 cryptocurrency mining machines in three abandoned houses. Complaints from local residents about electricity theft led to the discovery of illegal activities using stolen electricity. In addition to mining devices, controllers, routers, and computers worth over 2 million baht were seized. The investigation revealed a connection to a luxury house in Bangkok. The damage from the theft amounted to 11 million baht. Such operations pose a fire hazard due to high energy consumption.
A bill has been proposed in Brazil that allows employers to pay up to 50 percent of salaries in cryptocurrency, while the remaining part must be paid in Brazilian reais
Brazilian Congressman Luis Filipe de Orleans e Braganza proposed a bill that allows employers to pay up to 50 percent of salaries in cryptocurrency, such as Bitcoin. The law prohibits full salary payments in cryptocurrency, except for foreign workers. Independent contractors are allowed to receive full payment in cryptocurrency if the contract terms are met. Cryptocurrency conversion will be done according to the exchange rate set by the Central Bank of Brazil.
The Briton James Howell has once again failed in his attempt to retrieve the hard drive with 8,000 bitcoins, valued at about 660 million dollars, after the UK court rejected his appeal
The Briton James Howell has once again failed in his attempt to retrieve the hard drive with 8,000 bitcoins, which are now worth about 660 million dollars. On March 14, the appeals court rejected his request for a search at the Newport landfill, where, according to him, the disk was accidentally thrown away. Howell intends to file a complaint with the European Court of Human Rights, claiming that his rights to property and a fair trial were violated. The landfill is set to close in 2025-2026, increasing the risk of losing his fortune forever.
DOGE budget cuts and Elon Musk's actions threaten the American housing market, leading to project closures and price hikes, further exacerbating the housing affordability crisis
The USA may face a housing crisis due to DOGE budget cuts related to Elon Musk's actions. As a result, more than 1,000 housing projects have been shut down, and key organizations, such as LISC, have lost funding for initiatives supporting affordable housing. Home prices have risen, and mortgage payments have reached record levels, worsening housing affordability. Currently, the country lacks 3.8 million homes, and with federal funding cuts, the situation is only getting worse.
Melon Lam, a citizen of Singapore, will stand trial for the theft of 240 million dollars in Bitcoin, which he and his accomplice stole in 2024
Pavel Durov, the founder of Telegram, was granted permission to temporarily leave France after being accused of aiding organized crime through his platform
Pakistan is creating a Crypto Council to integrate blockchain technologies into the financial system, regulating cryptocurrencies and ensuring investor protection and economic stability
Hackers Hacked the Accounts of Kaito AI and Yuya Hu, Spreading False Information About Compromised Wallets, but the Project Quickly Resolved the Situation
Thomas John Sfraga, known as a cryptocurrency expert, has been sentenced to 45 months in prison for fraud involving real estate and cryptocurrency investments totaling more than 2 million dollars
The state of Vermont drops legal actions against Coinbase after the SEC case closure, confirming that staking services are not securities
Crypto.com has received a limited license from VARA to offer derivatives in the UAE, expanding services for institutional clients and providing access to USD through Standard Chartered
The California citizen John Khu was sentenced to 87 months in prison for laundering money through cryptocurrency linked to the sale of counterfeit medicines and drugs on dark markets
Cybercriminals use blackmail of YouTube bloggers to spread the malicious software SilentCryptoMiner, which mines cryptocurrencies, through false copyright complaints and links in videos
Cybercriminals have started blackmailing YouTube bloggers, forcing them to insert malicious software for cryptocurrency mining into their videos. The perpetrators use popular Windows Packet Divert drivers that bypass geographical restrictions. In tutorial videos on how to install them, they add links to SilentCryptoMiner — a program for mining Ethereum, Monero, and other cryptocurrencies. Criminals use false copyright complaints to insert malicious links into popular videos, leading to the infection of thousands of users, including those in Russia. Kaspersky recommends checking the sources of downloaded files and using antivirus software.
In Albania, since March 13, a one-year ban on TikTok has been in effect, triggered by concerns from the authorities that the social network encourages violence among the youth and threatens public safety
Since March 13, a one-year ban on TikTok has been in effect in Albania, triggered by concerns from the authorities that the social network encourages violence among the youth. Initially, access was restricted through web browsers, and later, the authorities announced plans to block the mobile application as well. The ban was implemented after a tragic incident in which a 14-year-old boy was killed by a classmate following an argument on social networks. The opposition and human rights advocates criticize the measures, stating that they limit freedom of speech and may lead to further censorship on the internet.
Russia begins using cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum for oil settlements with China and India, bypassing Western sanctions and increasing transaction flexibility
Russia has started using cryptocurrencies for oil settlements with China and India to bypass Western sanctions, Reuters reports. This method currently accounts for a small share of total oil trade, but its volume is growing. Oil buyers from China and India pay in yuan or rupees, after which the money is converted into cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, or Tether, and exchanged for rubles in Russia. Russia will continue using cryptocurrencies even after sanctions are lifted, due to their speed and flexibility.
The Lazarus group, linked to North Korea, transferred 400 ETH to Tornado Cash after the Bybit hack of $1.5 billion, using the funds for money laundering and purchasing PEPE tokens worth $3.1 million
The Lazarus group, linked to North Korea, transferred 400 ETH (about $750,000) to Tornado Cash on March 12, 2025, likely due to the hack of the Bybit exchange that occurred in February 2025. Over $1.4 billion was stolen in the attack. Lazarus used decentralized exchanges to convert assets into Ether and then sent the funds to Tornado Cash for anonymization. Research shows that the funds were also used to purchase PEPE tokens worth $3.1 million, confirming the group's ties to financing illegal operations.
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Telegram wallet will update its version, adding support for new cryptocurrencies such as Ether, XRP, and Dogecoin, as well as implementing the "Earn" feature, which will allow users to earn on deposits, including Tether USDt
The U.S. Department of the Treasury holds meetings with leading crypto-custodial companies, including Anchorage Digital, to discuss secure storage of the national Bitcoin reserve and next steps
Trump tightened sanctions against Russia by not renewing the exemption for banks, which will complicate the purchase of Russian oil and lead to higher energy prices
The trader lost $26,820 in a few minutes due to fake news about the $TRUMP token, which emphasizes the danger of manipulations and the importance of verifying information in cryptocurrency markets
Starlink officially launches satellite internet in Niger, providing access to high-speed internet for remote areas and improving the country’s digital infrastructure
Starlink has officially launched its services in Niger, which is important for the country with low internet coverage — only 32 percent of the population has access to the network. The new service will provide high-speed internet to remote areas, covering up to 100 percent of the territory. The launch is the result of an agreement with the government, and while exact prices have not yet been disclosed, analysts suggest that they will be similar to other African markets. This move aims to improve the digital infrastructure and expand access to internet services in Niger.
The U.S. Senate approved the GENIUS Act bill to regulate stablecoins, advancing steps towards the creation of federal standards for consumer protection and innovation in the cryptocurrency space
The U.S. Senate Committee approved a bill regulating stablecoins, taking an important step towards its implementation at the federal level. The bill, known as the GENIUS Act, passed with a vote of 18-6 and is now awaiting approval in the Senate and the House of Representatives. Its goal is to create clear rules for consumer protection, support competition, and foster innovation in the cryptocurrency space. Despite criticism from some Democrats, the bill continues to move forward, marking an important step in the regulation of cryptocurrencies in the U.S.
Circle moves Hashnote's assets to Bermuda to integrate USYC with USDC, improving the interaction between tokenized money markets and stablecoins on crypto exchanges
Circle, the issuer of the stablecoin USDC, announced the transfer of the recently acquired Tokenized Money Market Fund (TMMF) from Hashnote under Bermuda regulation. This step will allow the integration of the largest tokenized money market USYC with USDC, improving the interaction between income-generating assets and the popular stablecoin. As a result, USYC will be available as collateral on cryptocurrency exchanges and with major intermediaries, increasing its liquidity and expanding its use in institutional transactions. The choice of Bermuda is explained by its progressive approach to digital asset regulation, which will strengthen Circle's position in this segment.
The Turkish Capital Markets Board introduces new strict regulations for cryptocurrency exchanges, custodians, and wallet providers to enhance transparency and security
The Turkish Capital Markets Board (CMB) has introduced new regulations for cryptocurrency exchanges, custodians, and wallet providers. Platforms are required to comply with stricter reporting and transparency requirements. Crypto businesses must provide clients with monthly statements of all transactions, and orders can only be accepted through official websites and mobile applications. Deposits collection, real estate purchases for profit, and false promises are also prohibited. Violators are subject to fines and prison terms.