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Crypto ATM Operators Face New Scrutiny Over AML and Scam Risks
Crypto ATM operators are under pressure to strengthen anti-money laundering controls as regulators warn of rising scam losses and evolving criminal tactics. Enhanced monitoring, wallet screening, and consumer protections are now in focus.
Bitcoin ETF Inflows Surge as Sentiment Diverges From Stocks
U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs saw their strongest inflows since April, with BlackRock and Fidelity leading the charge, as investors respond to shifting sentiment and security concerns following a major hardware wallet exploit
Quantum Threat Could Trigger Undetected Crypto Wallet Breaches
Crypto security leaders warn that the first quantum computer attacks may resemble routine wallet losses, with high-value targets like Tether's minting key at risk and timelines for 'Q-day' now as early as 2028
Drift Protocol Attack Exposes Limits of Multisig Wallet Security
Multisig wallets are designed to prevent single-point failures, but the $285M Drift Protocol exploit shows that valid signatures alone can't stop social engineering or malicious transactions when thresholds are low and oversight is weak
Coldcard Wallet Exploit Triggers $130M Bitcoin Theft, ETF Inflows Surge
A vulnerability in Coinkite's Coldcard hardware wallet has led to $130 million in stolen Bitcoin, raising new questions about self-custody security as spot Bitcoin ETFs attract $382 million in inflows over two days
Brazil to Impose 24-Hour Hold on Large Crypto Transfers in 2027
Brazil's central bank will require crypto exchanges to delay transfers over $10,000 to foreign platforms or self-custody wallets for up to 24 hours starting January 2027, aiming to curb financial fraud and improve oversight
Crypto Audit Badges Fail to Protect Investors From Major Security Risks
Crypto platforms often display 'audited' badges as a sign of safety, but recent billion-dollar losses reveal these labels can mislead users about the true scope of security protections
Bybit Hack Shows Why Stolen Crypto Is So Hard to Recover
A $1.5 billion crypto theft tied to North Korea highlights the limits of legal action and blockchain transparency, as most stolen funds vanish before courts can intervene and only a fraction is ever frozen or recovered
Cypher and Osmosis Crypto Cards Face Final Spending Cutoff Tonight
Cypher and Osmosis cardholders must complete all spending by August 7, with withdrawals, rewards claims, and wallet backups required before the September 6 shutdown. Unclaimed balances and unbacked wallets may become inaccessible after the deadline
BitGo Investors Face Lead Plaintiff Deadline in Class-Action Lawsuit
BitGo shareholders are being urged to act before August 7 if they want to lead a securities class action, as legal filings challenge the company's disclosures about crypto price risks and recent losses.
Bitcoin Holds $65K as ETFs and Whales Absorb Selling Pressure
Bitcoin's price has rebounded above $65,000 despite a hardware wallet security scare and ongoing legislative delays, as institutional investors and large holders step in to buy over $2 billion in BTC from smaller sellers
AI Security Sprint Flags 6,700 Bitcoin Project Issues in 55 Hours
A rapid AI-driven review uncovered thousands of potential vulnerabilities across hundreds of Bitcoin-related projects, but the true scale of confirmed risks and fixes remains unclear as validation data is still missing
Crypto Security in 2026: How to Protect Your Digital Assets
Crypto theft in 2026 is driven by phishing, weak passwords, and compromised devices-not blockchain flaws. Learn how layered security, hardware wallets, and vigilant habits can reduce the risk of losing your cryptocurrency.
How to Safely Download and Install the Gate App APK on Android
Gate App offers Android users access to thousands of crypto markets, but installation methods and security risks vary by region and device. Here's what U.S. users and global traders need to know before downloading the APK
Physical Crypto Thefts Top $30M in 2026 as France Faces Surge
Over $30 million in cryptocurrency was forcibly stolen in the first half of 2026, with France experiencing a sharp rise in violent attacks linked to leaked tax data and targeted family incidents
EIP-8361 Proposes Off-Chain Proofs for Ethereum Transaction Validation
A draft Ethereum proposal would let transactions include off-chain STARK proofs, aiming to reduce node validation costs for complex smart accounts. The change could affect wallets, clients, and developers if adopted, but is not yet a consensus rule.
How Exodus Wallet Puts Crypto Users in Control of Their Keys
Exodus Wallet offers self-custody for over 275 cryptocurrencies, supporting staking, swaps, and NFT management across desktop and mobile. Users retain full control of their private keys and recovery phrases, with no access for Exodus itself.
AI Threatens Bitcoin Custody Security Before Quantum Computing Arrives
AI is accelerating the discovery of vulnerabilities in Bitcoin custody systems, raising new risks for cold storage and hardware wallets even as Bitcoin's core cryptography remains unbroken
Dinari Brings Tokenized S&P 500 Stocks to US Crypto Wallets
Dinari now lets eligible US investors trade 724 tokenized US stocks, including the full S&P 500, directly from self-custody wallets using USDC across four blockchains, expanding access to tokenized equities for retail users
Gate Card vs Bybit Card: Crypto Payment Fees, Cashback, and Limits Compared
Gate Card and Bybit Card let users spend crypto for daily purchases, but their cashback rates, fees, and spending limits differ. Here's how the two cards stack up for U.S. and global users seeking practical crypto payment options
Researchers Find Over 4,200 Malicious Smart Contracts Draining Crypto
A new study links thousands of deceptive smart contracts to millions in crypto losses, exposing how wallet simulations can mislead users and reroute funds to attackers across major blockchains
Coldcard Firmware Bug Drains $89M From Bitcoin Wallets
A March 2021 Coldcard firmware flaw let attackers steal about 1,367 BTC worth roughly $89 million from thousands of addresses. Researchers say vulnerable wallets remain at risk and urge immediate fund moves
Crypto Trading Risks That Can Wipe Out Capital
From liquidations and exchange freezes to private-key loss and DeFi hacks, crypto trading carries layered risks. Practical steps can reduce exposure without promising safety
Ctrl Wallet Users Face Asset Loss Risk as App Shuts Down August 3
Ctrl Wallet will disable all crypto transactions and dApp access on August 3, 2026, leaving only recovery-phrase export. Users must act before the deadline to avoid losing access to their blockchain assets.
US Targets $25M Crypto Tied to Five Fraud Rings
Federal civil forfeiture cases in Washington seek more than $25 million in cryptocurrency from international scam networks, lifting a DOJ strike force's total recoveries past $800 million
How to Bridge Crypto Assets to Linea Safely
Moving assets to Linea needs wallet prep, the official bridge, and a Lineascan balance check. Most transfers finish in about 5 to 15 minutes for beginners and intermediate users who keep ETH for gas
Flashcoin Scams Still Target Crypto Traders in 2026
Fake balances that vanish after a brief appearance keep tricking peer-to-peer buyers. Learn how confirmations, explorers, and pressure tactics separate real transfers from flashcoin fraud
Seed Phrase Backups Create Major Self-Custody Security Gaps
Lost or exposed recovery phrases still wipe out self-custody holdings more often than chain exploits. Here is how paper, single-site, and digital backups fail-and what UKey Seed Ring claims to change
UKey Seed Ring Offers Wearable Backup for Crypto Seed Phrases
UKey's Seed Ring stores wallet recovery indexes in a battery-free NFC ceramic ring, separating seed backup from transaction signing for self-custody users who want less fragile paper notes
Coldcard Hardware Wallet Flaw Exposes Bitcoin to Remote Key Theft
A vulnerability in Coldcard hardware wallets could let attackers remotely reconstruct private keys from seeds generated on certain firmware, putting user funds at risk and requiring urgent action.
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