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Microsoft Warns Malicious npm Packages Steal Crypto Wallet Data via Hugging Face Abuse

Microsoft Warns Malicious npm Packages Steal Crypto Wallet Data via Hugging Face Abuse

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Microsoft has warned that two public npm packages were caught delivering malware that can steal crypto wallet credentials, keystrokes, screenshots, and other sensitive data, with attackers hiding the exfiltration trail through Hugging Face to make the traffic look less suspicious. Two compromised npm packages — [email protected] and [email protected] Remote access trojan deployed — malware could […]

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Trezor Safe 7 Secure Element Flaw Found in Lab Test, Funds Still Safe Says Trezor

Trezor Safe 7 Secure Element Flaw Found in Lab Test, Funds Still Safe Says Trezor

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Trezor says a flaw found in the TROPIC01 secure element chip inside the Trezor Safe 7 does not put users’ funds at risk, even though Ledger’s security team managed to poke a real hole in the hardware under lab conditions. TROPIC01 flaw found during independent testing Laser fault injection used in a lab attack Three-layer […]

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US Regulators Open U.S. Markets to Paxos Blockchain Settlement and BTC Perpetuals

US Regulators Open U.S. Markets to Paxos Blockchain Settlement and BTC Perpetuals

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US regulators clear path for blockchain innovation in TradFi U.S. regulators just made two moves that push blockchain deeper into the plumbing of mainstream finance: the SEC approved Paxos Securities Settlement Company as a registered clearing agency and central securities depository, while the CFTC approved KalshiEX to list a BTC-linked perpetual futures contract. Translation: crypto […]

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CME Goes 24/7 on Bitcoin Crypto Futures, Killing the Weekend Gap

CME Goes 24/7 on Bitcoin Crypto Futures, Killing the Weekend Gap

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CME Group has moved its Bitcoin and crypto futures and options closer to 24/7 trading, killing the old weekend gap created by its Friday close and bringing regulated crypto markets much closer to crypto’s nonstop rhythm. CME now trades crypto 24/7: Heres why it matters Near-24/7 trading: CME crypto derivatives now trade seven days a […]

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UK Lords Warn BoE Stablecoin Caps Could Strangle Digital Finance Growth

UK Lords Warn BoE Stablecoin Caps Could Strangle Digital Finance Growth

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Britain’s parliamentary financial watchdog is telling the Bank of England to ease up on its stablecoin crackdown before it crushes a market that’s still finding its legs. House of Lords pushes back on Bank of England stablecoin caps £20,000 individual limit and £10 million business limit face criticism 40% reserve rule could damage stablecoin economics […]

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Warren Urges Labor Dept to Block Bitcoin and Crypto in 401(k) Plans

Warren Urges Labor Dept to Block Bitcoin and Crypto in 401(k) Plans

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Senator Elizabeth Warren is pressing the U.S. Department of Labor to block Bitcoin and other crypto assets from 401(k) retirement plans, arguing that Americans’ nest eggs should not be exposed to volatile, fee-heavy bets dressed up as innovation. Warren, Sanders, and Scott want the Labor Department to scrap the proposed rule Crypto in 401(k)s could […]

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Bitfinex: Bitcoin Faces Slow Bleed from Distribution-Driven Selling Pressure

Bitfinex: Bitcoin Faces Slow Bleed from Distribution-Driven Selling Pressure

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Bitcoin is not getting nuked; it is getting worn down. Bitfinex says BTC is facing a slow bleed as steady, distribution-driven selling pressure keeps chipping away at price instead of triggering one giant panic dump, as noted in Bitfinex’s market read. Slow bleed: Bitcoin is drifting lower under persistent sell pressure Distribution phase: Larger or […]

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UK Warns Strict Stablecoin Rules Could Stifle Sterling-Pegged Crypto Growth

UK Warns Strict Stablecoin Rules Could Stifle Sterling-Pegged Crypto Growth

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UK lawmakers warn strict stablecoin regulation could choke off sterling-pegged crypto growth Britain wants a real seat at the digital money table, but some lawmakers are warning that heavy-handed stablecoin rules could end up smothering the UK stablecoin market before it gets started. If crypto regulation in the UK becomes too rigid, sterling-pegged stablecoins may […]

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Mastercard Pushes Stablecoin Settlement Across Global Payments Network

Mastercard Pushes Stablecoin Settlement Across Global Payments Network

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Mastercard is moving deeper into crypto infrastructure, with a push to enable stablecoin settlement across its global payments network. That’s not a gimmick with a blockchain sticker slapped on it — it’s a sign that digital dollars are creeping into the guts of mainstream finance. Mastercard is backing stablecoin settlement across its payments network Stablecoins […]

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Democrats Move to Block Crypto in 401(k)s as Labor Dept Proposal Faces Backlash

Democrats Move to Block Crypto in 401(k)s as Labor Dept Proposal Faces Backlash

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Three senior Democrats are moving to kill a Labor Department proposal that could open 401(k) retirement plans to crypto and other alternative assets, warning that workers’ nest eggs should not be turned into a speculative side-show. Bernie Sanders, Elizabeth Warren, and Bobby Scott want the proposal withdrawn The plan could touch a $10.1 trillion U.S. […]

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