Chainalysis reports a record surge in violent crypto attacks, with over $30 million stolen in 2026's first half, largely attributed to an alleged French tax record breach exposing high-net-worth holders.
Kenya's Capital Markets Authority is seeking a blockchain analytics platform to monitor virtual assets, flag illicit activities like fraud and money laundering, and enforce compliance under the new Virtual Assets Service Providers Act. The tool will track Bitcoin, Ethereum, and over 20 other networks to support regulation of the country's growing crypto market.
Three cryptocurrency wallets, mintblade, GRIMDRIP, and EndlessFate, collectively profited $24.25 million from World Cup prediction markets before consolidating their winnings to a single Binance deposit address. This raises questions about potential single-trader control and the source of their success.
Ethereum's ETH token is in a medium-term bear phase, with market sentiment deteriorating due to ETF outflows, high-profile departures from the Ethereum Foundation, and competition from other networks. Analysts cite structural weakness and a lack of institutional buying pressure.
Arkham reveals on-chain map of crypto wallets linked to Iran's central bank, potentially increasing scrutiny of Iranian entities using stablecoins and blockchain to evade sanctions.
