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ForkLog 108 18.07.2024

Worldcoin Accused of Being the ‘Biggest Scam’ of the Bull Run

ZachXBT has labelled Worldcoin (WLD) as the “biggest scam token of the bull run.” The on-chain researcher referred to a report published by DefiSquared, which alleges manipulations by the team. Shame on all of the VCs and team members who are complicit in the biggest scam token of the bull run and did nothing to […]

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ForkLog 16 17.07.2024

Survey Reveals Limited Popularity of Hamster Kombat in Russia

More than half of Russians (57%) are unaware of the existence of the Telegram-based clicker game Hamster Kombat. This is according to the results of a telephone survey conducted by the VTSIOM among 1600 adult citizens. According to the collected data, 42% of respondents have heard of the “hamster,” with 14% understanding the essence of […]

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ForkLog 16 11.07.2024

BitOK Experts Elucidate €9.3 Million Fine Imposed on Payeer

BitOK has delved into the reasons behind the Lithuanian regulator’s record fine of nearly €9.3 million on the payment service Payeer and shared its findings with ForkLog. The Financial Crime Investigation Service (FNTT) under the Ministry of the Interior cited serious and deliberate violations by the platform of international sanctions and the Law on the […]

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ForkLog 35 11.07.2024

Elliptic Uncovers Fraudulent Online Marketplace with $11 Billion in Cryptocurrency Transactions

The online marketplace Huione Guarantee, widely used by fraudsters in Southeast Asia, has processed cryptocurrency transactions amounting to at least $11 billion, according to researchers at Elliptic. A new investigation from the Elliptic research team sheds light on online marketplace Huione Guarantee. The platform is widely used by scam operators in South East Asia, including […]

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ForkLog 26 10.07.2024

China Emerges as Leader in AI Adoption, Study Reveals

China has taken the lead in the adoption of generative artificial intelligence, according to a study by SAS and Coleman Parkes, as reported by Reuters. SAS, a company focused on AI and analytical software development, collaborated with Coleman Parkes, a research firm, to survey 1,600 individuals in executive positions across various industries worldwide. Among Chinese […]

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ForkLog 10 05.07.2024

Rising Interest in Cryptocurrency Mining Among Russian Investors

The recent Bitcoin halving has not diminished the enthusiasm for mining among Russian investors. According to a survey by Intelion Data Systems, 38% of respondents began investing in this sector shortly before the event, reports Kommersant. Data from the equipment supplier, part of the Association of Industrial Miners, indicates that 14% of respondents directed capital […]

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ForkLog 12 03.07.2024

River: Major US Hedge Funds Embrace Bitcoin ETFs

By the end of the first quarter of 2024, 13 of the 25 largest hedge funds in the United States held bitcoin-based products, according to data from River. The study reveals that 534 organizations, ranging from hedge funds to pension and insurance companies with assets exceeding $1 billion, have invested part of their funds in […]

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ForkLog 11 26.06.2024

Cryptocurrency Sectors See Varied Growth Since January

Meme coins, RWA, and AI have led the growth across various sectors of the cryptocurrency market. Since January, the average daily return of the ten largest by market capitalization has been 1834%, 213%, and 72% respectively, according to Biteye. Analysts used CoinGecko data from January 1 to June 21. Data: Biteye. Experts highlighted the popular […]

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ForkLog 9 24.06.2024

Nomura Assesses Bitcoin Investment Among Japan’s Traditional Finance Sector

In Japan, 54% of institutional investors plan to allocate funds to cryptocurrencies within the next three years, according to a survey conducted by Laser Digital, a subsidiary of Nomura. Among these investors, 66% are prepared to allocate 2-5% of their available capital, with 76% pledging to act on these plans within a year. While 25% […]

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ForkLog 38 24.06.2024

McKinsey Projects Tokenized Asset Market to Reach $1.9 Trillion by 2030

The volume of tokenized assets is projected to reach $1.9 trillion by 2030, despite a “cold start,” according to McKinsey. In a more optimistic scenario, this figure could double, though analysts have become more skeptical about its likelihood. A pessimistic outlook suggests growth to $0.8 trillion. Source: McKinsey. Experts noted that tokenization has gained “significant […]

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ForkLog 11 19.06.2024

IMF Highlights CBDC Benefits for Oil-Exporting Nations

CBDCs could enhance the efficiency of cross-border payments, a crucial priority for oil-producing nations in the Persian Gulf. This conclusion was reached by the International Monetary Fund. According to the organisation’s experts, this primarily concerns exporters of black gold such as Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE. “This is due to international […]

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ForkLog 8 13.06.2024

Fortune 100 Companies Expand Web3 Projects by 39%

Over the past year, companies listed in the Fortune 100 have increased their supported blockchain initiatives by 39%, reaching a “record level.” This information is detailed in a report by Coinbase and The Block. Data: Coinbase, The Block. In 2024, significant progress has been observed in the implementation of initiatives: 59% of projects are at […]

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