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๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
Life & Tech

Money Without a State: Hayek and Competitive Money

The article discusses Friedrich August von Hayek's advocacy for a competitive monetary system, noting the challenges faced by national currencies and the implications for cryptocurrencies today.

Feb 26 โ€ข 06:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Smart Buyers Chase 500x Potential in the Final 6 days of BlockDAGโ€™s Direct Sale While XRP & Dogecoin Stall

BlockDAG is generating excitement in the crypto markets, offering a low entry price while established cryptocurrencies like XRP and Dogecoin show stagnant growth.

Feb 25 โ€ข 21:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Binance employees discover that $1.7 billion in cryptocurrencies were sent to Iranian entities

Internal investigators at Binance found that $1.7 billion in cryptocurrencies had been sent to Iranian entities linked to terrorist groups, leading to the suspension of several employees involved.

Feb 24 โ€ข 17:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
Life & Tech

GTA VI and the crypto hoax: why Rockstar won't pay you to play

The article discusses a viral rumor about Grand Theft Auto VI supposedly allowing players to earn real money through cryptocurrencies, explaining why this is highly unlikely.

Feb 23 โ€ข 14:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The uncertainty about Trump's tariffs hits bitcoin, which falls 3%

Bitcoin's price has fallen 3% due to uncertainty regarding Trump's tariffs, with other cryptocurrencies also seeing significant declines.

Feb 23 โ€ข 13:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

Trump's Tariff Suspension Drops Dollar, Oil, and Cryptocurrencies

The suspension of tariffs imposed by Trump has led to a decline in the dollar, oil prices, and cryptocurrencies, creating uncertainty in the markets.

Feb 23 โ€ข 06:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Bitcoin: Plummeting below $65,000 - New bleeding in cryptos

Bitcoin has fallen below the critical $65,000 level amid increasing uncertainty about US tariffs and geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.

Feb 23 โ€ข 05:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Finland's largest investors avoid cryptocurrencies for a reason: we are currently experiencing the fifth crypto winter

Finland's major investors are steering clear of cryptocurrencies amidst a significant drop in Bitcoin's value, indicating a phase often referred to as 'crypto winter'.

Feb 21 โ€ข 10:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

Tether, the giant of โ€˜stablecoinsโ€™ that is the fragile base of cryptocurrencies

Tether, the largest stablecoin issuer, faces potential collapse despite showing resilience in a turbulent market.

Feb 21 โ€ข 04:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

'Dr. Doom' against bitcoin - 'Cryptocurrencies could destabilize the financial system'

Economist Nouriel Roubini, known as 'Dr. Doom', warns that bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies could destabilize the financial system, especially as bitcoin's value has sharply declined recently.

Feb 19 โ€ข 06:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

Real Estate, cryptocurrencies, media... How Donald Trump makes the presidency a lucrative business

The article discusses how Donald Trump has significantly increased his wealth during his presidency, leveraging his position for personal gain.

Feb 18 โ€ข 19:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The collapse that no one expected: uncomfortable reasons behind Bitcoin's fall

Bitcoin has experienced a significant decline, dropping nearly 50% from its peak, amidst an environment that seems favorable for cryptocurrencies.

Feb 17 โ€ข 03:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Top-Trending Cryptos of 2026: BlockDAG, XRP, Chainlink, & Polkadot Deliver Real Value

The article discusses leading cryptocurrencies in 2026 focusing on BlockDAG, XRP, Chainlink, and Polkadot, emphasizing their real-world utility and technological advancements.

Feb 16 โ€ข 16:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Mundo
National & Local

The Spaniards on Donald Trump's ICE 'black list': videos in university showers, drugs, cryptocurrencies, and murders that didn't happen

Donald Trump's mass deportation campaign has targeted hundreds of thousands of immigrants, many of whom have no criminal records, yet the government continues to claim its focus is on the worst foreign criminals.

Feb 16 โ€ข 06:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Milenio (ES)
World

Israel calls on governments and businesses to come together to halt terrorist financing via cryptocurrencies

Israel has urged nations to enhance collaboration with the private sector to combat terrorist financing through cryptocurrencies and other virtual assets.

Feb 16 โ€ข 06:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Frozen cryptocurrencies and assets linked to money laundering of the fearsome Comando Vermelho

Authorities have frozen cryptocurrencies and assets allegedly connected to money laundering activities of the notorious Comando Vermelho criminal organization in Brazil.

Feb 13 โ€ข 23:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

Learn about the reasons for the decline of cryptocurrencies and forecasts for 2026

The cryptocurrency market continues to face selling pressure despite a slight recovery, with investor risk appetite declining globally.

Feb 13 โ€ข 08:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Millions of Brits warned of potential HMRC 'penalties'

Many UK residents investing in cryptocurrencies are warned by HMRC about potential penalties for not declaring their profits for tax purposes.

Feb 13 โ€ข 00:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
Life & Tech

The Irony of Bithumbโ€™s โ€˜Accidentโ€™ and Decentralization

The article discusses the contradiction between the intended decentralization of cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and the centralization observed in virtual asset exchanges.

Feb 12 โ€ข 20:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

The Italian Exception to MiCA: Without Any License and a Supervisor Who Objects on Conscientious Grounds

Italy's Consob president Paolo Savona has voiced his objection to legitimizing cryptocurrencies under MiCA regulations, resulting in a lack of licenses being granted in the country.

Feb 12 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Goodbye to Bitcoin and the Dollar

The dollar and Bitcoin have both seen significant declines in value over the past couple of years, signaling caution toward investing in cryptocurrencies.

Feb 11 โ€ข 10:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
Crime & Justice

Kidnapping of a magistrate in Grenoble: the anti-crime prosecutor takes over the case

A magistrate and her mother were kidnapped in Grenoble, leading to the arrest of six individuals related to the ransom demand in cryptocurrencies.

Feb 11 โ€ข 09:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
World

Painful Blow: EU Proposes Total Ban on All Cryptocurrency Transactions Related to Russia

The EU plans to move from targeted sanctions on specific Russian cryptocurrencies to a total ban on any transactions related to Russia.

Feb 10 โ€ข 17:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Government proposes to tax cryptocurrencies at 3.5% of IOF

The Brazilian government is planning to introduce a public consultation on a proposal to tax cryptocurrency purchases and digital assets at a rate of 3.5%.

Feb 10 โ€ข 01:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

Cryptocurrencies to Finance Moscow's War: A Flood of Donations from EU Citizens (and Italians)

The article discusses the alarming rise of donations from EU citizens, including Italians, to finance the Russian military in its war against Ukraine, facilitated through a Telegram group that encourages such financial support.

Feb 9 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

Espionage Case: The Trip to Beijing, Contacts and Payments in Cryptocurrencies

A military officer in Greece is under suspicion for leaking sensitive military information to China, with investigations revealing a broader network of contacts and potential involvement of others.

Feb 8 โ€ข 10:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Proto Thema
Crime & Justice

Chinese Spy: The Secret Trip of a Colonel, Cryptocurrencies, and the Meeting in Athens

A Greek colonel has been arrested for spying for China, and authorities are investigating his connections and the potential compromises to national security.

Feb 7 โ€ข 20:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Espionage in the Armed Forces: How the Wing Commander Was Recruited, How He Operated โ€“ The โ€˜Shadow Manโ€™, the Trip to Beijing, and Cryptocurrencies

An espionage thriller unfolds in the Greek Armed Forces, centered on a 54-year-old wing commander suspected of being part of a larger network.

Feb 7 โ€ข 19:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

The digital euro approaches your mobile: what it is, how it differs from cryptocurrencies, and why Europe stakes its sovereignty on this project

The European Central Bank is developing a digital euro to adapt to the digital economy and maintain control over payment systems amidst geopolitical tensions.

Feb 7 โ€ข 16:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Dow Jones hits 50,000 milestone amid tech gains and hopes of lower interest rates

The Dow Jones industrial average surpassed 50,000 for the first time, fueled by increases in tech valuations, strong corporate earnings, and anticipation of lower interest rates, despite recent pressure on tech stocks and declines in cryptocurrencies.

Feb 6 โ€ข 20:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

Why bitcoin plummeted to its lowest level since Trump took office

The price of bitcoin has dropped to its lowest point in 15 months despite support from US President Donald Trump for cryptocurrencies.

Feb 6 โ€ข 16:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Proto Thema
Life & Tech

The Decline of Bitcoin: Prices in Free Fall, the Euphoria due to Trump had an Expiration Date

Analysts and investors demystify Bitcoin as it continues its decline, with factors including Trump's insufficient influence, turmoil at Gemini of the Winklevoss twins, and warnings from Mr. Big Short impacting companies that bought cryptocurrencies during boom times.

Feb 6 โ€ข 15:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช ERR
Life & Tech

Bitcoin falls to its lowest level in the last 16 months

Bitcoin's value dropped to $60,000, its lowest since September 2024, despite public support for cryptocurrencies from US President Donald Trump.

Feb 6 โ€ข 13:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
World

Despite Trump's support, cryptocurrencies crash

Bitcoin is trading below $64,000, nearly a 50% drop from its record high last October, along with significant layoffs at a major cryptocurrency exchange and stalled legislative support.

Feb 6 โ€ข 12:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
World

Why bitcoin plunged to its lowest level since Trump took office

Bitcoin's price has fallen to its lowest point in 15 months despite support from US President Donald Trump for cryptocurrencies, now valued at $65,000 and down 24% since the beginning of the year.

Feb 6 โ€ข 10:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Proto Thema
World

Bitcoin: Fell close to $60,000, lost 50% from the October high - What it means for the market

Bitcoin's value has dropped over 50% from its all-time high of $126,000, reaching a new low of $60,033, with $2.3 billion liquidated across all cryptocurrencies in just the last 24 hours.

Feb 6 โ€ข 07:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
World

Uncontrolled bleeding in cryptocurrencies - Bitcoin below $67,000, $500 billion lost in a week

Massive sell-offs in the cryptocurrency market have driven Bitcoin below $67,000 for the first time since November 2024, resulting in approximately $500 billion in losses within a week.

Feb 5 โ€ข 20:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
Crime & Justice

'If you cut the money, you harm the cartels': US Justice goes after financial operators of the drug trade

The US Department of Justice is targeting the financial sources of Mexico's most violent drug cartels, focusing on financial intermediaries who are increasingly channeling drug profits through cryptocurrencies from US cities to cartel leaders in Mexico.

Feb 5 โ€ข 18:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

Cryptocurrencies Lose Two Trillion Dollars Since October

Cryptocurrency market has lost two trillion dollars since its peak in October 2025 due to intensified sell-offs, with Bitcoin and Ether both experiencing significant declines.

Feb 5 โ€ข 15:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Milenio (ES)
Crime & Justice

US Department of Justice increases pressure on cartel financial networks

The U.S. Department of Justice is targeting the financial sources of Mexico's most violent drug cartels, focusing on financial intermediaries who have adapted to intensified law enforcement by increasingly channeling drug trafficking profits through cryptocurrencies from U.S. cities to cartel leaders in Mexico.

Feb 5 โ€ข 13:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Aktuรกlnฤ›.cz
National & Local

Cryptocurrencies weakened. Bitcoin briefly fell below 70 thousand dollars

The price of Bitcoin dropped below 70 thousand dollars for the first time since November 2024, influenced by the nomination of Kevin Warsh as the new chairman of the Federal Reserve.

Feb 5 โ€ข 12:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Index.hr
Crime & Justice

Vinkovฤan gave tens of thousands of euros to a fake cryptocurrency advisor

A 63-year-old man from Vinkovci reported being defrauded of tens of thousands of euros by an individual who falsely claimed to invest in cryptocurrencies on his behalf from 2019 to 2025.

Feb 5 โ€ข 10:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

Cryptocurrencies Lose Half a Trillion Dollars in a Week

Cryptocurrencies have lost nearly half a trillion dollars in market value in less than a week, particularly affecting Bitcoin amid increasing sell-offs.

Feb 4 โ€ข 14:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

3 Bubbles Threatening the Global Economy.. What Are They?

Experts identify three interconnected financial bubbles threatening the global economy, spanning from artificial intelligence to sovereign debt and cryptocurrencies, which could lead to widespread economic collapse if one bursts.

Feb 4 โ€ข 14:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

3 Bubbles Threatening the Global Economy and Warning of a New Financial Crisis

Experts warn that the global economy is facing three simultaneous financial bubbles related to artificial intelligence, sovereign debt, and cryptocurrencies, which could lead to severe corrections and reshape the global economic landscape.

Feb 4 โ€ข 13:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Stock Market: With banks and MSCI it bridges the distance from 2,400 units

The Athens Stock Exchange is reaching its highest levels since December 2009, approaching the milestone of 2,400 units despite turmoil in precious metals and cryptocurrencies.

Feb 4 โ€ข 07:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Stock Market: Ready to Return to 2009 Levels

Global stock markets are climbing to historic highs, unaffected by sell-offs in cryptocurrencies and precious metals, with Athens Stock Exchange poised to break critical resistance levels.

Feb 3 โ€ข 07:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

America's Face in 2026.. AIPAC, Artificial Intelligence, and Cryptocurrencies

As the U.S. midterm elections of 2026 approach, new technological and geopolitical forces are emerging with vast financial resources aimed at reshaping the political landscape.

Feb 2 โ€ข 12:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

The monetarist thesis of Kevin Warsh: The reason behind the crash of metals and cryptocurrencies

The article discusses Kevin Warsh's monetarist views on the recent declines in metals and cryptocurrencies, particularly in the context of his potential candidacy for the Federal Reserve.

Feb 2 โ€ข 03:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Proto Thema
Crime & Justice

Cyprus: The Cypriot 'Queen' of mammoth fraud with cryptocurrencies is extradited to France

A Cypriot woman, dubbed the 'Queen' of massive cryptocurrency fraud, is being extradited to France after a scheme that resulted in $700 million in losses.

Jan 15 โ€ข 18:01 UTC

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