Bitfinex

U.S. Prosecutors Ask Court to Green-Light Return of 95,000 Stolen Bitcoin to Bitfinex
The remaining 25,000 bitcoins stolen in the 2016 hack must be returned through a more complex claims process.

'Razzlekhan' Drops Video As Rapper Prepares for Prison in Bitfinex Hack
The self-described "misfits anthem" emerges as the 18-month sentence nears for her role in laundering the crypto horde that now would be worth $11 billion.

Bitfinex Hacker Makes Public Statement From Prison
Bitfinex hacker Ilya Lichtenstein made his first public statement since his 2022 arrest with a five-minute video posted on X. Lichtenstein reiterated that he was the lone hacker and apologized. "CoinDesk Daily" host Christine Lee breaks down the biggest headlines in the crypto industry.

Razzlekhan's Husband, the Bitfinex Hacker, Makes First Public Statement Since Arrest
In a video posted to X, Ilya Lichtenstein reiterates he acted alone in stealing 120,000 bitcoin, denying a Netflix documentary's speculation.

Bitfinex Hack Launderer Heather 'Razzlekhan' Morgan Sentenced to 18 Months in Prison
In the theft of bitcoin from Bitfinex — worth about $9 billion in today's prices — Morgan's 18 months followed the five-year sentencing of her husband last week.

Razzlekhan's Husband Gets Five Years Prison Sentence for Bitfinex Hack
For her role in the theft and laundering of around 120,000 bitcoin, Razzlekhan will receive her sentence on Nov. 18.

Bitfinex Hacker Ilya Lichtenstein Should Serve 5 Years in Prison, DOJ Says
Lichtenstein pleaded guilty to stealing nearly 120,000 bitcoins from Bitfinex in 2016, and then conspiring with his wife, Heather “Razzlelkhan” Morgan, to launder a portion of the funds.

Bitcoin Needs to Top $65.2K to Break Downtrend: Bitfinex
A move above the August high of $65,200 will invalidate the bearish lower highs pattern, analyst at Bitfinex said.

Bitcoin Could Drop 20% After Fed Rate Cuts in Bearish Case, but Weak September Presents Buying Opportunity: Analysts
Bitfinex suggested bitcoin could fall to as low as $40,000 in a bearish scenario.

Increasing Accumulation Addresses Show Bullish Sentiment in Bitcoin: CryptoQuant
A new report from crypto exchange Bitfinex says that the slump in bitcoin (BTC) since March was likely driven by long-term holders selling but the trend has stalled. Blockchain data tracked by CryptoQuant shows that investors are starting to accumulate BTC again, which indicates increasing bullish sentiment. CoinDesk's Helene Braun presents "The Chart of the Day."

