Key Takeaways Cronos halted the network after Tectonic’s exploit. Researchers place the affected amount near $75M. Most suspected funds remain trapped on-chain. Crypto.com’s centralized app and exchange remained operational. Cronos stopped the chain, not just Tectonic Cronos Network announced that it had identified an exploit affecting Tectonic and halted the blockchain. Tecton
Cronos Halts Chain After $75M Tectonic Exploit
Cronos halted its blockchain after a Tectonic exploit affected an estimated $75 million, with most identified assets remaining on the network.
Cronos halts blockchain after $75M Tectonic exploit
In June, 75% of tech job listings asked for explicit AI skills, up from 67% in March and a 178% year-over-year jump. That surge is forcing Gen Z to choose between hyper-specializing in areas like agentic AI and responsible AI or building a “geek polyvalent” profile that pairs technical range with human judgment, a framework […]
With 75% of Tech Listings Asking for AI, Gen Z Weighs Specialist vs Generalist
SberCIB forecasts up to $46.43 billion in first-year Russian regulated crypto trading, potentially rising to $87.06 billion by 2029.
Russia crypto trading could reach $46B in year one
52.8% of voters rejected resuming talks to join the EU, with citizens choosing to retain its current status as a member of the European Economic Area (EEA). This means Iceland remains outside the MiCA framework, at least until new regulation changes affect the EEA. Iceland Says No To EU Talks, Maintains Own Crypto Framework In […]
Iceland EU Rejection Keeps Nation Outside MiCA Crypto Rules
Long known for blockchain gaming, Animoca has launched an AI agent platform. Co-founder and chairman Yat Siu tells Tech in Asia what he’s planning.
Life’s a game, and AI agents are Animoca’s new play
According to Sberbank Deputy Chairman of the Executive Board Anatoly Popov, most crypto trading volume will continue to be routed outside the regulated exchange system. Even so, estimates put crypto trading volume on regulated exchanges at over $46 billion in the first year. Russia Regulated Crypto Trading To Reach $46.43 billion During First Year Russian […]
Sberbank Sees Russian Legal Crypto Trading Hitting $46B in Year One
Crypto.com CEO Kris Marszalek said the company’s app and exchange were unaffected by the Tectonic breach and continued operating normally.
Cronos halts network after Tectonic exploit involving estimated $75M
An interactive map estimates how 67 million American crypto holders are distributed across every state and congressional district. Separate data show the industry supports nearly 232,000 jobs and $55.4 billion in economic activity. Interactive Map Tracks Crypto Holders Across the US An interactive map estimates where 67 million American crypto holders live, providing figures for […
Interactive Map Showing Exactly Where 67 Million US Crypto Holders Live
Steak ‘n Shake says bitcoin payments have strengthened sales, reduced costs, and supported investment in food quality. Its strategy now extends beyond checkout to a bitcoin reserve and employee bonuses. Why Steak ‘n Shake Now Calls Itself a Bitcoin Company A burger chain founded in 1934 has redefined itself around bitcoin, Steak ‘n Shake shared […]
Why a Famous Burger Chain Now Calls Itself a ‘Bitcoin Company’
U.S. forces struck Iranian rocket launchers near the Strait of Hormuz on Sunday after reportedly spotting preparations for another mining operation, abruptly ending a roughly monthlong lull in direct attacks between Washington and Tehran. Sunday’s Aug. 30 strikes put military risk squarely back over one of the world’s most critical energy corridors after more than […]
US Strikes Iran, Brent Cracks $90 as Hormuz Risk Explodes Again
Bitcoin derivatives traders are dragging a hefty book into September, with futures open interest at $54.82 billion while the spot price sits at $78,425 at 7 p.m. Eastern time on Aug. 30. Alongside this, options positioning tells a sharper story. Currently, calls dominate outstanding contracts, September expirations are heavily populated, and max-pain levels are mostly […]
Options Bets Turn Defensive Ahead of a Bitcoin Price Showdown
Bitcoin moves toward a post quantum future, Solana validators agree to curb rampant inflation and the bull case from Bernstein is for Bitcoin to peak at $500K this cycle.
Bitcoin’s new quantum defenses, 18.9M SOL cancelled: Hodler’s Digest
The UK government’s first official report on taxable crypto asset gains identifies 240 people who each declared more than £1 million in capital gains. Together, they reported £717 million, more than half of the £1.38 billion declared by 17,600 individuals. First Official Tax Report Identifies 240 Crypto Millionaires The UK government’s first official publication of […]