Polymarket hack updated to $3.1 million days after the platform promised users full refunds
The prediction markets giant is under investigation in connection with false or deceptive marketing practices, according to news reports. Hackers stole about $3.1 million in Polymarket’s PUSD token from 11 user wallets, moving the funds from Polygon to Ethereum, according to blockchain intelligence firm AMLBot. Polymarket said a compromised third-party vendor injected a malicious script
Five times President Trump made a statement that moved bitcoin, and why it might happen again this week
Five times President Trump made a statement that moved bitcoin, and why it might happen again this week Trump’s social media posts and statements to news reporters have triggered 5% to 12% swings in the price of bitcoin, blurring the lines between policy and market manipulation. Apr 20, 2026, 4:10 p.m. Make preferred on Bitcoin
UK gas-investment firm weighs bitcoin mining, draws criticism
UK gas-investment firm weighs bitcoin mining, draws criticism Reabold Resources’ gas field is so large it could theoretically mine 50,000 BTC, local media said. The firm said it will test bitcoin mining before pivoting to data centers. Apr 20, 2026, 3:22 p.m. Make preferred on Reabold Resources, an investment company focused on developing European gas
Blockchain sleuth accuses RaveDAO of knowing who manipulated the price of its token
Blockchain sleuth accuses RaveDAO of knowing who manipulated the price of its token The on-chain sleuth cited “suspicious” exchange-linked activity as RAVE swung from $60 million in market capitalization to $6 billion and back. Apr 20, 2026, 3:16 p.m. Make preferred on Blockchain sleuth ZachXBT wrote on Sunday that the team behind RaveDAO is at
Inside the rise of wrench attacks against crypto holders and how France has become the focus
Inside the rise of wrench attacks against crypto holders and how France has become the focus France has seen 41 crypto-related kidnappings this year, roughly one every 2.5 days, prompting authorities to step up security. Apr 19, 2026, 2:00 p.m. Make preferred on France is facing a rise in crypto-related kidnappings as so-called “wrench attacks”
South Korea proposes cryptocurrency law with bank-style rules for stablecoins
South Korea proposes cryptocurrency law with bank-style rules for stablecoins Draft bill outlines comprehensive framework for digital assets, including licensing, issuance and oversight Apr 8, 2026, 4:28 p.m. Make preferred on South Korea’s ruling Democratic Party proposed a “Digital Asset Basic Act” Wednesday that would establish a legal framework for digital assets, including issuance, trading
Trump-linked World Liberty faces scrutiny over ties to sanctioned network: The Times
Trump-linked World Liberty faces scrutiny over ties to sanctioned network: The Times A deal with an Asia-based blockchain project followed recent links to individuals later sanctioned over alleged ties to a major fraud network Apr 7, 2026, 6:02 p.m. Make preferred on A cryptocurrency venture tied to U.S. President Donald Trump is facing fresh scrutiny
Traders are the big winners as 24/7 stocks will finally end the after-hours price ‘manipulation’
Traders are the big winners as 24/7 stocks will finally end the after-hours price ‘manipulation’ Round-the-clock markets promise freedom for investors and pressure for intermediaries who traditionally wielded immense power during off-hours Apr 4, 2026, 2:00 p.m. Make preferred on If the closing bell has long been a business model, then 24/7 trading is an
Charles Hoskinson not a fan of CLARITY Act, warns of ‘weaponization’ by future lawmakers
Charles Hoskinson not a fan of CLARITY Act, warns of ‘weaponization’ by future lawmakers The Cardano founder says post-FTX politics, flawed design and a narrow U.S.-only approach risk stifling new crypto projects while benefiting established players Mar 31, 2026, 4:21 p.m. Make preferred on Cardano and Midnight Founder Charles Hoskinson said proposed U.S. crypto legislation
Jack Dorsey’s Square auto-enables bitcoin payments for millions of U.S. businesses
Jack Dorsey’s Square auto-enables bitcoin payments for millions of U.S. businesses The new rollout converts BTC to dollars by default for small businesses, aiming to embed bitcoin into everyday commerce without added friction. Mar 30, 2026, 6:15 p.m. Make preferred on Jack Dorsey’s Square on Monday announced it began automatically enabling bitcoin payments for millions