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The Billion-Dollar Betrayal: How a Kansas Bank's CEO Lost It All to a Crypto Scam

September 16, 2024

Imagine being the CEO of a small bank, trusted by your community to manage their hard-earned savings. Now, imagine being coerced into stealing millions of dollars from your own institution to fund a crypto scam, only to end up behind bars for 24 years. This is the shocking story of Shan Hanes, the f

technology

The DeFiant Ones: Trump's Cryptocurrency Gamble

September 16, 2024

As Donald Trump promotes his family's new cryptocurrency platform, "The DeFiant Ones," it's hard not to wonder what's behind this sudden shift in his stance on cryptocurrencies. Gone are the days when Trump called bitcoin a scam, replaced by a newfound enthusiasm for decentralized finance. But is th

business

The Bank CEO Who Fell for a Crypto Scam and Lost Everything

September 16, 2024

The case of a former bank CEO who was sentenced to 24 years in prison for embezzling $47 million after falling for a cryptocurrency scam has left many wondering about the risks of getting caught up in get-rich-quick schemes. Shan Hanes, a 53-year-old man from Kansas, was once the CEO of Heartland Tr

finance

Russia's Cryptocurrency U-Turn: A Potential Lifeline Amid Sanctions?

September 16, 2024

Russia's relationship with cryptocurrency has been tumultuous, to say the least. Just a few years ago, the country was considering a blanket ban on digital assets. But, as a result of Western sanctions and payment difficulties, Russia is now looking to cryptocurrency as a potential solution. As Sept

technology

AI-Augmented Bliss: The Future of Crypto Casinos

September 16, 2024

As the crypto casino market continues to grow, it's no surprise that Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) are being leveraged to enhance the player experience. But what exactly does this mean for crypto enthusiasts? Let's dive in and explore the various ways AI and ML are revolutio

business

SEC Takes Aim at Abra's Crypto Lending Product: What's at Stake?

September 16, 2024

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has filed settled charges against Plutus Lending LLC, doing business as Abra, for allegedly failing to register its retail crypto asset lending product, Abra Earn. The SEC charged Abra with violating registration requirements under the Securities Act of 1

politics

The Crypto President: Trump's Desperate Bid to Court Crypto Voters with NFT Trading Cards

September 16, 2024

As Donald Trump continues his push to win over crypto-friendly voters ahead of the November election, he has released a fourth batch of digital trading cards dubbed "Series 4: The America First Collection." This latest merchandise sale is part of a broader attempt to curry favor with the crypto comm

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The Rise of the Crypto Elite: A New Era for Bitcoin Millionaires

September 16, 2024

The world of cryptocurrency has been abuzz with excitement in recent years, and the latest report from New World Wealth and Henley & Partners has shed new light on the phenomenon. According to the report, the number of bitcoin millionaires has more than doubled in the last year, rising to a staggeri

technology

Unlocking the Power of AI and Blockchain: A New Frontier in Verifiability

September 16, 2024

The article highlights the potential of combining AI and blockchain to create a more transparent and trustworthy system. Space and Time, a startup backed by Microsoft, is building software to bring the immutability of blockchain to AI applications. This is a crucial step in verifying the accuracy of

business

The Crypto Billionaire Boom: A Year of Unprecedented Wealth Creation

September 16, 2024

The past year has been a remarkable one for the world of cryptocurrency, with the population of crypto millionaires growing by a staggering 95%. According to a new report from New World Wealth and Henley & Partners, there are now 172,300 individuals worldwide holding more than $1 million in crypto a