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Bitfinex hacker Ilya Lichtenstein credits Trump’s First Step Act for early prison release

Ilya Lichtenstein, the hacker behind the 2016 Bitfinex cryptocurrency exchange breach, has been released from prison earlier than expected, attributing his early release to the First Step Act, a criminal justice reform law signed by former President Donald Trump. Lichtenstein was sentenced to time served after pleading guilty to charges related to the theft of $3.6 billion in Bitcoin. The First Step Act aims to reduce sentences for non-violent offenders and improve rehabilitation programs. Lichtenstein's case highlights the impact of such reforms on sentencing outcomes. His release has sparked discussions about the implications of the law on similar cases.

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Mastercard said to weigh Zerohash investment after crypto company ends takeover talks

Mastercard is reportedly considering an investment in Zerohash after the crypto company halted its discussions for a potential acquisition. Zerohash, which specializes in providing crypto infrastructure and services, decided to end the takeover talks due to unspecified reasons. The potential investment by Mastercard highlights its ongoing interest in expanding its

Polymarket Banned in Portugal, Hungary as Prediction Market Pushback Grows

Polymarket, a popular prediction market platform, has been banned in Portugal and Hungary amid increasing regulatory scrutiny of such platforms across Europe. The bans are part of a broader trend where governments are tightening regulations on online gambling and prediction markets, citing concerns over consumer protection and potential illegal activities.

Tokenized gold volumes beat most ETFs as metal rallies toward $5,000

Tokenized gold volumes have surpassed those of most exchange-traded funds (ETFs) as the price of gold approaches $5,000 per ounce. This surge in tokenized gold trading reflects growing investor interest in digital assets linked to physical commodities. The rise in gold prices is attributed to various factors, including economic

Trump Tariffs 3: Return of the Bull Market! NYSE Tokenising, what that means for $Hype! Claude Meme Meta!

The article discusses the potential impact of Trump's tariffs on the cryptocurrency market, suggesting they could signal a return to a bull market. It highlights the New York Stock Exchange's initiative to tokenize assets, which may benefit cryptocurrencies like $Hype. Additionally, the piece mentions the rise

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Mastercard said to weigh Zerohash investment after crypto company ends takeover talks

Polymarket Banned in Portugal, Hungary as Prediction Market Pushback Grows

Tokenized gold volumes beat most ETFs as metal rallies toward $5,000

Trump Tariffs 3: Return of the Bull Market! NYSE Tokenising, what that means for $Hype! Claude Meme Meta!