Latest from Francisco Rodrigues
TON Falls 7% as Sell-Off Tied to Musk's Dispute of Telegram, xAI Partnership Continues
Despite the denial, Telegram CEO Pavel Durov stated that the deal has been "agreed in principle" and that "formalities are pending."
Crypto Daybook Americas: Bitcoin Slips as Tariff Ruling Reversal Rattles Markets
Your day-ahead look for May 30, 2025
Samourai Wallet Files to Dismiss DOJ Case, Citing FinCEN Guidance
The developers claim Samourai Wallet never handled user funds and should not be considered a financial institution.
Telegram Raises $1.7B Via Convertible Bonds: Bloomberg
The messaging app, with over 1 billion users, plans to use $955 million to buy back existing bonds and the remaining $745 million for growth.
Vaulta, Fosun Team Up to Power Blockchain Infrastructure in Hong Kong
The partnership centers around FinChain, a virtual asset business launched by Fosun Wealth Holdings.
Telegram to Raise $1.5B Through Bond Sale Backed by BlackRock and Citadel: WSJ
The funds will be used to repurchase debt and are convertible into equity if Telegram goes public.
Crypto Daybook Americas: Bitcoin Dominance Tops 64% While Options Indicate Bullish Tilt
Your day-ahead look for May 28, 2025
Third Arrest Made in Manhattan Bitcoin Kidnapping, Torture Case
The incident, involving alleged abduction and abuse for nearly three weeks, comes amid a growing trend of physical attacks on cryptocurrency users.
Blockchain.com to Expand Across Africa as Crypto Regulation Begins to Take Shape
The firm is expanding its presence in the continent as it begins to develop clearer regulations around cryptocurrency.
Sam Bankman-Fried’s Prison Sentence Could Be Cut by Over 4 Years: Business Insider
His sentence could be reduced due to accumulated “Good Conduct Time” and participation in prison programs.
