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Qadir Ak is the founder of Coinpedia. He has over a decade of experience writing about technology and has been covering the blockchain and cryptocurrency space since 2010. He has also interviewed a few prominent experts within the cryptocurrency space.
North Korea Laundered $7.7M in Crypto: DOJ Reveals
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has seized over $7.74 million in cryptocurrency allegedly laundered by North Korean IT workers posing as remote employees at U.S. and international companies. This operation, exposed through a civil forfeiture complaint filed in the District of Columbia, reveals how North Korea has been exploiting the crypto and AI boom …
Qadir AK·6 Jun 20252 min
NewsWhy Pi Network Binance Listing Didn’t Happen After Community Vote?
Despite Pi Network securing 86.8% support in Binance’s February 2025 vote to list, Pi Coin remains unlisted—fueling confusion and frustration among its 60M-strong community. Many are asking: Why hasn’t Binance listed Pi Coin yet? The growing frustration among the Pi Network community is palpable, especially as Binance continues to list hyped meme coins with questionable …
Qadir AK·5 Jun 20252 min
Bitcoin Ban in Europe? EDPB Guidelines Could Outlaw BTC Over GDPR Conflict
A major regulatory storm is brewing in Europe, and it could put Bitcoin users in legal jeopardy. A recent consultation by the European Data Protection Board (EDPB) could potentially ban Bitcoin across Europe, according to Alexandre Statchtchenko, co-founder of French crypto exchange Paymium. Why Is the EDPB Targeting Bitcoin? The EDPB’s draft guidelines argue that …
Qadir AK·5 Jun 20252 min
Hong Kong Set to Legalize Bitcoin and Crypto Derivatives Trading
Hong Kong’s financial regulators are moving to legalize trading in Bitcoin and crypto derivatives. This step aims to boost the city’s position as a major crypto hub and attract more investors. By creating clear rules and allowing these new financial products, Hong Kong hopes to provide safer, more transparent markets. The move reflects growing global …
Qadir AK·5 Jun 20251 min
Donald Trump Accused of Crypto Corruption as CLARITY Act Debate Heats Up
During the U.S. House Financial Services Committee hearing on June 4, lawmakers clashed over the future of digital asset regulation—while President Donald Trump landed at the center of a growing crypto controversy. Trump Accused of Using CLARITY Act for Personal Gain The hearing focused on the Digital Asset Market Structure bill, also known as the …
Qadir AK·5 Jun 20252 min
NewsU.S.-Pakistan Crypto Alliance? Bilal Bin Saqib Meets Trump’s Digital Asset Chief
In a high-level meeting aimed at advancing digital asset cooperation, Pakistan’s Minister for Crypto and Blockchain, Bilal Bin Saqib, met with Robert “Bo” Hines, Executive Director of former President Donald Trump’s Council on Digital Assets. The conversation marked a significant move towards cross-border collaboration on crypto innovation and infrastructure development. Key Highlights of the Bilal-Hines …
Qadir AK·4 Jun 20252 min
Short NewsMoonPay Gets License to Expand Crypto Services in New York
MoonPay has officially received regulatory approval from the New York State Department of Financial Services, securing both a BitLicense and a Money Transmitter License. These licenses allow MoonPay to legally offer and expand its cryptocurrency services within New York. This regulatory green light is a significant step for MoonPay as it strengthens its presence in …
Qadir AK·4 Jun 20251 min
Short NewsSMLR Buys 185 More Bitcoins, Now Holds 4,449 BTC
Semler Scientific has expanded its Bitcoin holdings by purchasing 185 BTC for $20 million, bringing its total to 4,449 BTC. This move reflects the company’s ongoing confidence in Bitcoin as a long-term asset. So far in 2025, SMLR has earned an impressive 26.7% yield on its BTC holdings. The acquisition highlights SMLR’s commitment to strengthening …
Qadir AK·4 Jun 20251 min
Chinese Firm Webus Files SEC Paperwork to Manage $300M XRP Treasury
Webus, a Chinese company, has officially filed with the US SEC to raise $300 million for managing an XRP treasury. This move supports their plan to use XRP for fast international payments and build blockchain tools for drivers and customers. The authorized mandate lets Webus manage up to $300 million in XRP holdings under strict …
Qadir AK·4 Jun 20251 min