The post Binance Founder Changpeng Zhao North Korea’s $1.34B Crypto Theft Tactics appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Binance co-founder Changpeng Zhao (CZ) has warned that North Korean hackers are using increasingly advanced methods to infiltrate cryptocurrency companies. In a recent X post, CZ explained: “They exploit trust, creativity, and patience to breach platforms and steal user funds.” According to Chainalysis, North Korean hackers stole around $1.34 billion in crypto in 2024, with …

The post Countdown to First Spot XRP ETF: Ripple Price Targets New All-Time Highs appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News The countdown is almost over. Within the next 24 hours, the first-ever U.S.-listed spot XRP ETF, backed by Rex-Osprey, will officially launch. The fund will give institutional and retail investors direct exposure to XRP through a regulated structure. According to early details, the ETF will hold 80% spot XRP while allocating 20% to treasury bonds …

The post When Will Altcoin Season Start? FED Rate Cut Fuels Bitcoin, but Ethereum Still Lagging appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News The crypto market edged higher today after the U.S. Federal Reserve announced a 25 basis point rate cut, fueling optimism across risk assets. Bitcoin price today is trading around $117,000, while Ethereum holds steady near $4,600. The broader crypto market cap rose modestly, with major altcoins mixed but stable. Analysts note the short-term tone is …

The post Spot Bitcoin ETFs Record First Outflow in a Week, Ethereum ETFs Follow With $1.89M Exit appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News On September 17, spot Bitcoin ETF saw a total outflow of $51 million, marking the first net outflow after seven consecutive days of inflows. Spot Ethereum ETFs recorded a total outflow of $1.89 million, continuing the second successive day of outflow, as reported by SoSoValue.  Bitcoin ETF Breakdown  After seven days of recording strong inflows, …

The post HYPE Token Price Hits $59 While ASTER Surges 350%: Who Leads DEX Battle? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News The battle for dominance in decentralized exchanges just took a dramatic turn. Hyperliquid’s HYPE token price has just shot up $59.39, capping a 39% rally in just one month, while Changpeng Zhao CZ-backed ASTER coin stunned markets with a 350% surge in days.  With this dramatic surge, many are wondering who will control the next …

The post SEC Clears the Way for Spot Crypto ETFs with New Generic Rules appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News The U.S. SEC has approved new listing standards that simplify the process for launching spot crypto ETFs under the ’33 Act. Cryptocurrencies with listed futures on Coinbase, currently about 12 to 15 coins, will now qualify automatically, removing the need for separate case-by-case approvals. This change streamlines regulatory procedures, cutting delays and hurdles, while opening …

The post Avalanche Price Analysis – Can AVAX Break Key Resistance at $34.5? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News The official Avalanche handle recently highlighted on CoinMarketCap that DeFi apps on the network are thriving big time. And protocols like UNI, Pharaoh, Benqi, and LFJ are showing sharp growth, with UNI alone leaping +97% in the past month alone. This surge has pushed Avalanche’s TVL above $2 billion, proving that builders and users are …

The post Crypto Regulations in Japan 2025 appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News After years of unregulated crypto use, Japan became the first economy to formally recognize Bitcoin as a legal payment method through the Payment Services Act (PSA) 2017. As of 2025, Japan has developed one of the most comprehensive and proactive regulatory frameworks for cryptocurrency.  Currently, Japan is actively working on classifying crypto assets as financial …

The post Crypto Regulations in the United Kingdom 2025 appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News The United Kingdom is moving toward stronger cryptocurrency regulations. The government is working on new rules to avoid penalties and ensure safe use of digital assets. These rules aim to support new technology while protecting users and keeping markets stable. Crypto is becoming more popular in the UK, and the UK crypto market is expected …

The post South Korea Launches First Won-Backed Stablecoin on Avalanche appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News South Korea’s BDACS has rolled out KRW1, the nation’s first Korean won-backed stablecoin, built on the Avalanche blockchain. Fully collateralized with won deposits at Woori Bank, KRW1 offers a secure and transparent bridge between traditional finance and blockchain. Its launch, following a successful proof of concept, marks a key step in Korea’s digital finance evolution, …