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Voyager Customers Could Recover Some Funds After FTX Sale; Crypto Adoption Slowed in 2021: Chainalysis
Hodlonaut won a lawsuit against self-proclaimed "Satoshi Nakamoto" Craig Wright on Thursday. Customers of bankrupt crypto lending platform Voyager Digital could recover 72% of their investments if a bid by FTX.US to buy the lender goes through. Crypto adoption slowed since the onset of the bear market this year but still remains above levels seen before 2021, according to Chainalysis.
North Korea Responsible for About 60% of Crypto Hacks: Chainalysis
Chainalysis Director of Research Kimberly Grauer discusses North Korea's role in crypto hacks, saying the country is a "big part of this picture" and responsible for "about 60% of the value hacked."
Hacking Isn't the Hardest Part, It's Getting Away With Those Funds: Chainalysis Researcher
The $114 million Mango Market hacker revealed himself and returned a large sum of the stolen funds. Chainalysis Head of Research Kimberly Grauer says the "money laundering process is the hardest part." Plus, she discusses insights into how the blockchain sleuthing firm traces crypto hacks.
$114M Mango Markets Exploiter Outs Himself
Avraham Eisenberg, who has publicly acknowledged his role in last week's $114 million exploit of decentralized crypto exchange Mango Markets, returned $67 million Saturday as he defended his actions. Chainalysis Inc. Director of Research Kimberly Grauer discusses the details and the wider landscape of crypto crime.
Interest Surges in Bitcoin Speculation; MENA Was Fastest-Growing Crypto Market: Chainalysis
Open interest in bitcoin perpetual swaps has spiked to an all-time high. Plus, the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region was the fastest-growing market for crypto adoption from July 2021 to June 2022 according to blockchain analytics firm Chainalysis.
Crypto Retail Payments Thriving in Sub-Saharan Africa: Chainalysis
A new report by blockchain data firm Chainalysis reveals crypto is quietly thriving in Sub-Saharan Africa. Chainalysis Director of Research Kim Grauer discusses the region's state of crypto, breaking down the latest data on adoption and usage trends.
Bitcoin Miner Rhodium Going Public; Report Reveals Crypto Is Quietly Thriving in Sub-Saharan Africa
Rhodium Enterprises has agreed to merge with publicly traded tech firm SilverSun Technologies (SSNT). Plus, small retail payments in Sub-Saharan Africa are powering exceptional crypto adoption and usage, according to a new Chainalysis report.
US Government Recovers $30M Stolen From Axie Infinity Hack
Crypto analytics firm Chainalysis announced Thursday it helped the U.S. government recover about $30 million from over $600 stolen from Axie Infinity's Ronin bridge this past spring. "The Hash" panel breaks down the Chainalysis report and its key takeaways.
Crypto Investment Scams Fall With Market Downturn, but DeFi Hacks Surge: Report
Crypto investment scams are down along with the rest of the market, Chainalysis Director of Research Kim Grauer tells “First Mover,” citing macroeconomic headwinds and law enforcement actions. But, at the same time “the hacking of DeFi protocols is way up,” she explains.
Crypto Criminal Activity Falls With Rest of Market: Chainalysis
Chainalysis Director of Research Kim Grauer discusses why crypto scams are receding this year amid the latest market downturn. Plus, a closer look at how retail investors are responding to bad actors in the sector.
