The Weekend Shift: Crypto, Rockets, Banking
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Bitfinex wants restitution as victim of Crypto Capital Corp
In a letter filed by Bitfinex attorneys, the firm was described as "likely the largest single victim of [Reggie] Fowler's criminal scheme."
Twitter is collapsing — and it’s hilarious
Twitter is rapidly being reduced to a smoldering heap of propaganda-riddled wreckage. Love it or hate it, it's a sight to behold.
Doxxed FTX creditors could face identity theft and personal attacks
A Secret Service crypto expert claims that doxxing FTX clients with large crypto holdings would be like “placing a target on their back."
Ethereum tries to reduce MEV with blockers and rebates
Maximum Extractable Value is a persistent feature of Ethereum but it remains an issue for traders whose trades might get exploited.
Reggie Fowler fails to win extra week of freedom before sentencing
The request cited Fowler's lawyer's travel commitments, time spent on other lawsuits, and failure to review hundreds of pages of exhibits.
Solana Saga: The DeFi phone you don’t need
Will the second $1,000 crypto phone in the past five years do better than its predecessor, the Finney? Early indicators aren't too promising.
Thodex CEO arrested in Turkey after 2 years on the run
The CEO of Turkish crypto exchange Thodex, who fled with an estimated $2 billion of crypto, has finally returned home in handcuffs.
What are sidechains and could they really make altcoins obsolete?
Drivechain claims to solve feuds between Bitcoin maxis and altcoin-curious Bitcoiners by creating a platform to experiment with new altcoins.
Latest Florida food project wants to link Bitcoiners with cows
Bitcoin Bay and the Florida Beef Initiative are working to connect bitcoin holders directly to local cattle farmers.