Crypto

Crypto crashes below $1 trillion

Published

9 months ago

June 20, 2022

William Howard

The crypto market is officially in free fall, sliding below $1 trillion in value for the first time since January 2021

Reaching a low of $926 billion is a stark difference from its peak of 2.9 trillion in November 2021.

In the last two months alone, the total market value has dropped by 1 trillion, with investors moving increasingly away from riskier assets.

This comes off the back of inflation fears and concerns interest rate raises by central banks will only hamper growth.

The world’s largest crypto, Bitcoin was down over 10 per cent, dipping to an 18-month low of just over $23,000.

Experts say the digital currencies are falling victim to the flight away from unstable assets.

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William is an Executive News Producer at TICKER NEWS, responsible for the production and direction of news bulletins. William is also the presenter of the hourly Weather + Climate segment. With qualifications in Journalism and Law (LLB), William previously worked at the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) before moving to TICKER NEWS. He was also an intern at the Seven Network's 'Sunrise'. A creative-minded individual, William has a passion for broadcast journalism and reporting on global politics and international affairs.

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Celebrities busted over illegal crypto scheme

Published

2 days ago

March 24, 2023

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Agreements have been settled without admitting guilt

Eight celebrities have been busted over allegations they’ve been participating in an illegal crypto scheme.

The stars, including Lindsay Lohan, Logan Paul and Soulja Boy, were all charged following an investigation by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

Lohan and Paul have reportedly settled the matter without admitting guilt.

But, regardless, it’s just another bad look for the already embattled crypto industry.

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Crypto fugitive Do Kwon arrested in Montenegro

Published

2 days ago

March 24, 2023

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He was carrying falsified documents at an airport

One of the world’s most wanted crypto fugitives has been arrested in Montenegro.

It’s a long way from home for South Korean entrepreneur Do Kwon, who’s accused of orchestrating a multi-billion-dollar fraud scheme.

Kwon was connected to the TerraUSD stablecoin, which saw $40 billion erased from its holders.

He was reportedly arrested at an airport after carrying falsified documents.

It follows a red notice being issued by South Korea last September.

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SEC sues Jake Paul over paid crypto promotions

Published

3 days ago

March 23, 2023

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The issue is linked to Tron founder Justin Sun

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is suing YouTube personality Jake Paul over a promotion of cryptocurrencies linked to Tron founder Justin Sun.

The SEC is accusing Paul of a paid promotion of assets without disclosing those payments to the public.

Other celebrities such as Lindsay Lohan, Ne-Yo and Akon and are also being investigated for their involvement.

Meanwhile, the SEC is going after Sun for potential fraud and market manipulation.