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Judge Rejects RICO Claims in Lawsuit Over Pastor-Led Crypto Ponzi Scheme

A judge has dismissed RICO claims in a lawsuit related to a Ponzi scheme led by a pastor involving cryptocurrency investments. The lawsuit accused the pastor and others of engaging in racketeering activities, but the court found insufficient evidence to support these claims. The pastor had allegedly promised high returns on investments in a crypto project that turned out to be fraudulent. The ruling may impact the ability of investors to seek damages under RICO statutes. The case highlights ongoing legal challenges in the cryptocurrency space, particularly concerning fraudulent schemes.

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FBI Investigating After Malware Found Lurking in Steam PC Games

The FBI is investigating reports of malware hidden within popular PC games on the Steam platform. The malware is believed to be capable of stealing sensitive information from players, including login credentials and personal data. This discovery raises concerns about the security of gaming platforms and the potential risks to

Bitcoin Hit a Major Milestone—Most Miners Won't Be Around for the Next One

Bitcoin has reached a significant milestone with its block reward halving event, which reduces the reward for mining new blocks from 6.25 to 3.125 BTC. This event, occurring approximately every four years, is designed to control the supply of Bitcoin and increase its scarcity. However, many current miners

Ethereum Foundation sells 5,000 ether to Tom Lee's BitMine in $10.2 million deal

The Ethereum Foundation has sold 5,000 ether to Tom Lee's BitMine in a deal valued at $10.2 million. This transaction highlights ongoing interest in Ethereum and its ecosystem, as well as the strategic moves by investment firms in the crypto space. The sale reflects the Foundation&

Crypto’s multi-million F1 sponsorship under fire as Middle East war hits region's biggest events

A multi-million dollar sponsorship deal between a cryptocurrency firm and Formula 1 is facing criticism amid escalating tensions in the Middle East. The ongoing conflict has raised concerns about the appropriateness of hosting major sporting events in the region, with calls for a reassessment of sponsorships linked to controversial areas.

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FBI Investigating After Malware Found Lurking in Steam PC Games

Bitcoin Hit a Major Milestone—Most Miners Won't Be Around for the Next One

Ethereum Foundation sells 5,000 ether to Tom Lee's BitMine in $10.2 million deal

Crypto’s multi-million F1 sponsorship under fire as Middle East war hits region's biggest events