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In a bold move that underscores its commitment to the evolving digital economy, Tether, the company behind the world’s most widely used stablecoin USDT, has announced a $775 million investment. This ambitious allocation will be split between video-sharing platform Rumble and additional Bitcoin reserves, signaling Tether’s growing presence beyond its core role in the cryptocurrency ecosystem. Why Rumble? A strategic game for decentralized content Rumble, an emerging competitor to YouTube, has positioned itself as a platform that champions free speech and defies Big Tech’s content moderation policies. Tether’s significant investment in Rumble is a strategic push to promote a decentralized…

Apple users warned about Bitcoin security fearsGetty Images A newly released security report has confirmed what infosecurity experts have been observing over the past few months: a rise in the price of Bitcoin, leading to a massive increase in password theft attacks. What is perhaps surprising is that it is Apple users who are largely in the crosshairs of crypto hackers. Forbes25% off Apple iPhone – Don’t make a costly shopping mistakeFrom Davey Winder As Bitcoin surges to $100,000, Apple password hack attacks reach pandemic proportions Security vendor ESET has just released its new threat report looking at threat trends…

Anyone who thinks making money with crypto is easy should think again. In today’s Picture of the Day we learn that HODLING represents brutal realities in the long term. The meme hilariously captures the emotional roller coaster of HODLing in the cryptocurrency world. In the image above, the process of holding your crypto investments is idealized as a smooth, hassle-free journey – like a cyclist effortlessly riding toward a finish line. It represents the naive assumption that patience alone guarantees success, with no bumps, surprises, or doubts along the way. The picture below provides the brutal truth. The reality of…

ADFW24 main stageFintechTV In its third edition, Abu Dhabi Finance Week (ADFW) 2024, over 20,000 conference participants, twice as many as in 2023, met at the Abu Dhabi Global Markets (ADGM) campus at ADGM Square from December 9th to 11th Al Maryah Island in Abu Dhabi. ADFW brings together many of the world’s innovative capitalists from the fields of banking, asset management and fintech on a par with the LA conference in Davos or Milken. The numerous events that took place throughout the week covered topics such as economics, capital markets, blockchain, investments, fintech, family offices, sustainable investing and Islamic…

Hamster Kombat fans, prepare for an electrifying announcement! The highly anticipated second season is just around the corner and will exceed all expectations. The developers have spent weeks working on an ambitious new chapter, and it’s no longer just a game – it’s the birth of HamsterVerse, an entire entertainment ecosystem centered around the beloved Hamster Kombat characters and storytelling. Season 2 begins with not one, but three games, laying the foundation for HamsterVerse. These games are designed to be interconnected and all use the $HMSTR token as a central element. This innovative approach aims to create an immersive and…

Are we at the top or bottom of this crypto cycle? getty To be attractive at $100,000, Bitcoin needs to rise far from current levels. Even if Bitcoin (BTC) Should reach $150,000 per coin, that’s the kind of increase that most people would find achievable by picking the right stock. To achieve a multi-bagger profit, Bitcoin would have to rise significantly on the way to the legendary $1 million target. In my opinion that won’t happen. The following forecast is a sketch of why a big increase seems unlikely and where I currently see the top: The Bitcoin chart: a…

Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan says a wave of institutional interest in altcoins is coming next year, largely due to possible regulatory clarity and more exchange traded funds (ETFs). In a new interview with Bloomberg, Hougan says institutional money is in the early stages of expanding into other crypto assets besides Bitcoin (BTC). Hougan predicts that 2025 will be the year that institutional investors will begin to incorporate more diversification into their crypto investment strategies, just as they do with other asset classes such as stocks or bonds. “You can already see that it is actually expanding. For example, many people…

LastPass hackers claimed to have stolen $5 million in two days this monthSOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images The fallout from the LastPass data breach in 2022 appears to be continuing as a new investigation has reportedly uncovered a $5 million cryptocurrency theft from LastPass users during December 16-17. Here’s what we know so far. ForbesNew Google Gmail and Calendar attack alert for millions of usersFrom Davey Winder Investigators say LastPass hackers are using stolen passwords to raid users’ crypto accounts A blockchain crypto investigator has claimed that hackers stole more than $5 million in cryptocurrencies from LastPass users this week…

The cinema landscape is in turmoil with the release of the trailer for Warfare, a film that promises an unflinching portrayal of the Iraq War. Co-directed by visionary filmmaker Alex Garland and Iraq War veteran Ray Mendoza, this project offers a raw, real-time depiction of the battle based on Mendoza’s first-hand experiences. Let’s break down what we know so far, from the powerhouse team behind the film to the stellar cast that brings this intense narrative to life. The trailer takes viewers into the heart of an Iraqi city, where a platoon of Navy SEALs are ambushed. The tension is…

MicroStrategy, led by Bitcoin proponent Michael Saylor, is making bold moves at the top. The company has added three high-profile names to its board: Brian Brooks, Jane Dietze and Gregg Winiarski. These additions expand the board to nine members and coincide with MicroStrategy’s inclusion in the prestigious Nasdaq 100 index on December 23. Brian Brooks is no stranger to the world of cryptocurrencies. During his distinguished career, which includes serving as Acting Comptroller of the Currency, Brooks has managed the U.S. banking system and held leadership positions at Binance.US, Coinbase and Bitfury. Brooks is considered a potential candidate for SEC…