Cryptocurrency news

How North Korean hackers turned Binance's own internal AI into a weapon in $6.3b heist - interview

A cyber expert says Binance's own AI tools became part of a $6.3 billion hack, exposing risks from fake interviews and workplace AI security failures.

Binance logo and hacker code are seen in this illustration taken October 30, 2026.
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Israel Police arrest five suspects in alleged NIS 16 million WhatsApp cryptocurrency fraud scheme

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For the first time in Israel: The bank that will allow crypto trading via application

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Over $6 billion in 20 minutes: FBI accuses North Korea of largest-ever crypto hack against Binance


US charges investor Avraham Eisenberg with fraud in Mango crypto case

Eisenberg's trades in futures related to the MNGO crypto token enabled him to withdraw $110 million in cryptocurrencies from other investors' deposits, with no apparent intention to repay.

Representations of cryptocurrencies Bitcoin, Ethereum and DogeCoin are placed on PC motherboard in this illustration taken, June 29, 2021.

Israeli start-up launches UAE-regulated crypto meant to fight inflation

Gigantic insolvencies burned multitudes of clients and will make up considerable hindrances to cryptocurrency mainstream adoption. A UAE-regulated Israeli firm may fix this.

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Bitcoin's climate damage profiles closer to gasoline than gold

Study reveals Bitcoin's concerning impact on the climate and economy.

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If you lost money in crypto, here's how you can get some back

Trading generates gains or losses every time you buy, sell, or even exchange virtual currencies because the IRS treats crypto as property.

 The bear market in crypto erased $2 trillion in market value and led to several bankruptcies among crypto firms like Celsius, Voyager Digital and Three Arrows Capital, among others.

Cryptocurrency market showing explosive change

The Israel Bitcoin Association (IBA) and the Israeli Crypto Community (ICC) hosted a conference on March 10 regarding cryptocurrency and regulation in Tel Aviv.

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Russia to temporarily ban foreigners from selling assets

They knocked the rouble to all-time lows on Monday, forcing the central bank to hike its key interest rate to 20% and ask exporting companies to sell forex to support the currency.

 A Russian service member is seen on a BMP-3 infantry fighting vehicle during drills held by the armed forces of the Southern Military District at the Kadamovsky range in the Rostov region, Russia February 3, 2022.

Brock Pierce, cryptocurrency 'hippie king,' visits Israel

“Most of my trips are really just to talk to local government and business leaders. And in this particular instance, it’s as much for me as for everything else.”

 IN ISRAEL: 'Jerusalem has been on my list of places to spend some time for a while.'

Crypto tech company Fireblocks acquires payment platform First Digital

Merchants who use supported PSPs can seamlessly integrate First Digital's crypto payment options into their current system.

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Fireblocks raises $550m at $8b valuation

This financing round makes Fireblocks one of Israel's most valuable privately held startup tech companies.

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Blockchain security start-up ‘Redefine’ raises $11m. for Crypto Firewall

Founded in June 2021 by Dr. Shira Brezis (CEO) and Alon Ram (CTO), Redefine is a pioneer in DeFi security that caters to institutional investors.

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