Roaring Kitty fraud suit dropped, Ethereum Foundation hacked, and more: Hodler’s Digest, June 30 – July 6

According to cybersecurity firm Group-IB, weaponized ZIP file archives were being shared on crypto trading forums, with each one containing a nasty surprise. 274 Total views 1 Total shares The developers behind file compression software WinRAR have patched a zero-day vulnerability that allowed hackers to install malware onto unsuspecting victims' computers, enabling them to hack…

The cross-chain bridge was drained of its assets in less than three hours. 510 Total views 17 Total shares Mere hours after the Nomad token bridge published an Ethereum wallet address last week for the return of funds following a $190 million hack, whitehat hackers have since returned approximately $32.6 million worth of funds. The…

Quantum mechanics tells us that what looks like a highly predictable and orderly universe is built on a world of unpredictability and mere probability. While the quantum world looks bizarre, it can be understood and even harnessed for technology like semiconductors, LEDs, and quantum cryptography. Something similar can be said about randomness in the metaverse.

Spain’s new anti-tax fraud bill includes crypto implications. 86 Total views 1 Total shares Awaiting parliamentary approval in Spain, a fresh bill draft intends to cut out illegal tax dealings, as first reported by Cointelegraph’s Spanish branch. This could mean smaller business transactions as well as mandatory crypto-asset reporting, even for assets held or transacted…

The retraction arose from the SEC’s lawsuit against Binance, but the agency is still pursuing claims against the crypto exchange for alleged securities law violations.

A UK tech company recently announced a blockchain ecosystem for farmers in Haiti, bringing clarity to the supply chain while bolstering sales.Agriledger, a blockchain outfit based in the UK, was responsible for building this new ecosystem. Their goal was ensuring that farmers receive adequate pay for their crops, a Feb. 28 post from Spring Wise…

According to CEO Phil Harvey, Bitcoin miners will average roughly $1.50 in revenue per terahash every month during the current market cycle.

“Effective after the close of business on October 3, 2022, the Fund’s shares will generally no longer be available for purchase," said a Stone Ridge filing with the SEC. 335 Total views 5 Total shares Stone Ridge Asset Management, whose holding company is behind the New York Digital Investment Group, has filed notice with the…

Bitcoin (BTC) has continued to trade near the $55,000 level. The sharp rally in Bitcoin has pushed its market dominance from 40.70% on Sep. 12 to about 45% today. This shows that the strong recovery in cryptocurrencies has largely been led by Bitcoin. This sharp run-up in Bitcoin has pushed the Fear and Greed indicator into…