Celsius Founder Banned for Life Fined $10M
Alex Mashinsky, founder of Celsius, receives a lifetime ban from the crypto industry and a $10M fine as part of a FTC agreement; he is currently serving a 12-year sentence for fraud. #Breaking #Legal $CEL
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Alex Mashinsky, founder of Celsius, receives a lifetime ban from the crypto industry and a $10M fine as part of a FTC agreement; he is currently serving a 12-year sentence for fraud. #Breaking #Legal $CEL
Over 35% of new websites are AI-generated as of mid-2025, raising concerns about content uniqueness and misinformation; potential impacts on cryptocurrency markets noted. #Update #Crypto $BTC $ETH
@Tether has launched a modular infrastructure for Bitcoin mining, enhancing efficiency and control through partnerships with Canaan and ACME Swisstech, featuring immersion cooling technology for improved stability. #Update #Crypto $BTC
Elon Musk and Sam Altman appeared in federal court regarding OpenAI’s transformation, with Musk warning of AI threats akin to a “Terminator” scenario; trial outcomes may impact governance in tech and crypto. #Update #Legal $BTC
@Bitget reports nearly 500,000 users for its AI solutions, with Gracy AI and GetAgent each exceeding 450,000. The platform integrates analysis, execution, and user interaction. #Update #Crypto
@Liquid has raised $18 million in Series A funding to enhance its multi-asset trading platform, offering leverage up to 200x and competing with Coinbase and Robinhood. Major investors include Neo and Left Lane Capital. #Update #Crypto
The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (@CFTC) is implementing AI to automate registration processes, enhance market oversight, and combat fraud in cryptocurrency markets while collaborating with the SEC on digital asset taxonomy. #Update #Crypto $BTC
Israel’s Capital Market Authority approves the first stablecoin linked to the shekel, issued by @BitsOfGold, backed 1:1 by reserves in Israeli accounts after a two-year pilot. #Update #Crypto $USDT
@SEC and @CFTC leaders discussed new regulatory approaches at the Bitcoin 2026 Conference, emphasizing cooperation and support for the CLARITY Act, signaling a shift towards innovation in crypto regulation. #Update #Crypto $BTC
Ethereum’s active addresses hit an all-time high of 587,000 despite price declines, indicating increased network usage and potential undervaluation as historical trends suggest a link between activity and value. #Update #Crypto $ETH
BingX celebrates its eighth anniversary with the INFIN8 campaign, featuring a $10M prize pool and engaging trading tasks from April 27 to June 2, fostering community events globally. #Update #Crypto $BTC
@MicroStrategy has expanded its Bitcoin reserves to 818,334 BTC after acquiring 3,273 BTC for $255 million, financed through a Class A share sale. #Update #Crypto $BTC
Aave raised $207M to cover losses from a major DeFi exploit, with @Mantle and Aave DAO contributing 55,000 ETH. The DeFi United initiative aims to restore market trust. #Breaking #Crypto $AAVE
Ukraine’s Bureau of Economic Security (BEB) uncovers an $18 billion tax evasion scheme involving cryptocurrencies, leading to raids and significant asset seizures. #Breaking #Legal