The world of cryptocurrency is no stranger to strange events. Recently, a bizarre kidnapping case involving Bitcoin has shocked many. Two investors were involved in a plot to steal a fortune in Bitcoin. William Duplessie, 32, was the second person to be arrested in this case. He faces serious charges, including kidnapping, assault, and unlawful imprisonment. The vic...
Vice President JD Vance is set to speak at the Bitcoin 2025 Conference in Las Vegas. This event is a big deal, showing how much the Trump administration is getting involved with cryptocurrency. It's a stark contrast to the past, where Bitcoin was seen as a fringe idea. Vance has been a supporter of cryptocurrencies for a while. He owns a significant amount of Bitcoin...
In a courtroom in Manhattan, a second man, William Duplessie, was brought before a judge on serious charges. He was accused of being involved in the kidnapping and torture of an Italian man who made millions from bitcoin. This all happened in a fancy townhouse in SoHo. Duplessie looked unhappy as he stood in court, knowing he would not be released on bail. Duplessie...
The world of cryptocurrency is not just about digital transactions and online security. It has a dark side that involves real-world violence. This was highlighted by a recent incident in Manhattan. An Italian man claimed he was kidnapped and tortured in an upscale townhouse. His captors wanted his bitcoin. This type of crime is known as a "wrench attack. " The term ...
Smart contracts are the backbone of blockchain technology. They handle cryptocurrency transactions and, once set in motion, cannot be undone. This makes it vital for investors to grasp how these contracts operate. However, understanding smart contracts is no easy task. Most investors lack the programming know-how to decipher the complex code. Even those with some cod...
A recent event has put Donald Trump under the spotlight. He stood behind a lectern with the presidential seal at a gathering for investors in his $TRUMP memecoin. This move has raised eyebrows and legal questions. The event took place at Trump National Golf Club in Virginia. About 220 investors were present. They were there to discuss Trump's cryptocurrency project. ...
Special Purpose Acquisition Companies, or SPACs, are making a comeback. These investment vehicles, which were popular during the pandemic, are back in the spotlight. This time, they come with a twist. Many of the latest SPAC deals have ties to former President Donald Trump or his associates. So, what are SPACs? They are shell companies that raise money through an in...
A major shakeup is happening on Wall Street. Howard Lutnick, who is now the commerce secretary, is selling his shares in two big companies. He is doing this to follow the rules set by the U. S. government. The two companies are BGC and Newmark. Lutnick is selling his shares for a total of $361 million. He is selling $234 million worth of shares in BGC and $127 milli...
A recent daylight assault in Paris aimed to snatch the daughter and grandson of a prominent cryptocurrency executive. This brazen attempt, captured on camera, was thwarted by quick-thinking bystanders. The incident is just one in a series of violent events targeting France's growing crypto industry. The incident unfolded in Paris's 11th district. Four masked men, em...
The Trump family's involvement in cryptocurrency is growing fast, and it's raising some serious questions. Unlike hotels or casinos, crypto deals can be secretive and cross borders easily. This makes it tough to track who's giving money to whom. The Trump family has already jumped into this world with a couple of "meme coins" and a crypto exchange called World Libert...