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Cryptocurrency Scam Unveiled in South Korea

Thursday. November 14 at 12:30 AM

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A major cryptocurrency scam has been uncovered in South Korea, where a financial influencer allegedly orchestrated a fraudulent scheme following dissatisfaction from investors seeking refunds for poor stock advice. Authorities have apprehended 215 individuals linked to the scam, with 12 remaining in custody, including the suspected mastermind identified as Mr. A, a middle-aged investment advisor and YouTuber with a substantial following. Mr. A, who fled to Australia but was later arrested, reportedly initiated the scam after facing backlash for a failed stock recommendation in 2020. The group amassed 325.6 billion Korean won ($232.7 million) from over 15,000 individuals by promoting 28 cryptocurrencies, six of which were created by Mr. A to manipulate the market. The scammers targeted vulnerable victims, including the elderly, using deceptive tactics and even impersonating financial authorities. South Korea, witnessing a surge in digital asset-related fraud, has implemented stricter monitoring measures and severe penalties to combat such criminal activities.

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Potential Cryptocurrency Surge with Trump's Second Term

Thursday. December 26 at 3:00 PM

The cryptocurrency market could experience a surge with Donald Trump's return for a second term. Under Republican leadership, there is a trend towards a business-friendly approach and deregulation, which may lead to increased adoption of digital assets. Tokens like Rexas Finance (RXS), Bonk, TRON, Dogecoin, and Hedera are expected to benefit from this shift. Rexas Finance aims to tokenize real-world assets like real estate and precious metals, offering utility in a Trump-led administration. With a total token supply of 1 billion, RXS rewards early investors and ensures stability in price. The project's Certik audit enhances investor confidence. As RXS enters its 10th presale stage, it has raised over $30 million, showing strong market interest. Other tokens like Bonk, TRON, Dogecoin, and Hedera also present growth opportunities in a potential Trump-driven rally. Rexas Finance's giveaway program and user-friendly purchase process make it an attractive investment option.

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Security Breach at Animoca Brands: Fake Token Promotion

Thursday. December 26 at 10:00 AM

Animoca Brands’ co-founder and executive chairman, Yat Siu, fell victim to a hack on his X account promoting a fake token called ANIMOCA. The official X account of Animoca Brands confirmed the incident and warned investors to avoid Yat Siu’s account. The hacker managed to compromise Yat Siu’s account and falsely announced a token launch by Animoca Brands. The price of the fake token skyrocketed by 500% in just five minutes before plummeting when the post was deleted. Yat Siu addressed the breach through a secondary account, revealing that the hacker bypassed 2FA security. Animoca Brands clarified that there was no official token launch and urged caution. This incident adds to a string of similar hacks in the cryptocurrency space, highlighting the ongoing issue of access control vulnerabilities.

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Market Analysis: Slow Day for Crypto Market with Bitget Token (BGB) Setting New All-Time High

Thursday. December 26 at 7:00 AM

Today, the crypto market, including the total market cap (TOTAL) and Bitcoin, is experiencing a relatively stagnant day with minimal movement in the last 24 hours. Despite this, Bitget Token (BGB) has managed to continue its upward trend and reach a new all-time high. The total crypto market cap has seen a slight decrease of 0.31% to $3.35 trillion, indicating market stability as investors monitor for potential changes. Maintaining support above $3.28 trillion is crucial for market recovery, while surpassing $3.49 trillion could signal a bullish momentum shift. Bitcoin is currently priced at $98,964, aiming to break the $100,000 resistance level. Failure to do so may result in consolidation below this level. BGB has surged 30% to reach $6.37, showcasing strong investor confidence and potential for further growth if market conditions remain favorable.

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Shiba Inu Price Analysis: Potential Upside Amidst Market Volatility

Thursday. December 26 at 4:00 AM

Shiba Inu (SHIB) price has experienced a 10% drop in the last week, making it the second-largest meme coin after Dogecoin. Despite this decline, SHIB's Relative Strength Index (RSI) has been steadily increasing, indicating a positive shift in market sentiment and buying momentum. Whale activity has stabilized, hinting at a temporary pause in accumulation and distribution, which could result in price consolidation. With SHIB trading within a specific range, breaking a key resistance level could lead to a 29.5% increase. The RSI currently stands at 52.6, showing a significant rise from 41, suggesting improved market conditions in the short term. The number of addresses holding 1 billion SHIB has increased, signaling confidence from major investors. However, if the support level at $0.00002259 is breached, SHIB may face further downside pressure.

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