The history of crypto exchanges trading against their own customers
Even the progenitors of crypto exchanges have a long history of trading against their own customers. They used to call it B Booking.
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Here’s why Ripple XRP partnerships and MoUs often go nowhere
Ripple has announced hundreds of XRP partnerships. Most went nowhere or only occurred because Ripple compensated the partner.
Uncovering Ethereum’s close ties to Chinese money
Ethereum has close ties to China and throughout its history has encouraged Chinese developers, miners, and network participants.
Exploring the similarities between crypto exchanges Binance and FTX
While the civil charges brought by the SEC against Binance and FTX are unique to each business, there are still some striking similarities.
Twitter Spaces host Mario Nawfal’s dubious crypto dealings
Mario Nawfal is one of the most popular Twitter Spaces hosts yet he allegedly operates and promotes dubious crypto schemes.
What are recursive inscriptions on Bitcoin?
Members of the Bitcoin ordinals community are asking about a new generation of on-chain software: What are recursive inscriptions?
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Prime Trust delays withdrawals, spooks Binance US, Swan users amid acquisition
Depositors at Binance and Swan Bitcoin have accused Prime Trust of delaying withdrawals amid bank run fears and a buyout by BitGo.
Did Barry Silbert safeguard his personal funds at the expense of DCG?
DataFinnovation accuses Barry Silbert of DCG of pulling out his personal money ahead of other creditors amid the collapse of 3AC.
Explained: How Binance’s stablecoin BUSD can be a security
In its lawsuit against Binance, the SEC has clearly explained for the second time how a stablecoin can be offered to investors as a security.
Explained: How bitcoin market sell orders cause flash crashes
Would a bitcoin market sell order of a few million dollars flash crash its price? Technically yes, but not really.