Deutsche Digital Assets Expands European Presence with New Paris Office

Deutsche Digital Assets has announced plans to open a Paris office as part of its European growth strategy. The move follows its recent ETP listings on Euronext Paris and Börse Stuttgart, reinforcing its presence in regulated crypto markets and meeting growing investor demand in France.
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Alabama Man Pleads Guilty to SEC X Account Hack and Fake Bitcoin ETF Post

Eric Council Jr. has pleaded guilty to conspiracy charges in connection with the SEC X account hack, which falsely announced Bitcoin ETF approval. Prosecutors seek $50,000 in forfeiture, while Council awaits sentencing in May. The case highlights security gaps that allowed the high-profile breach to occur.
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Former-Base Team Launches Blue-Chip Token Backed by Coinbase Ventures

B3, a blockchain developed by ex-Coinbase engineers, launches a blue-chip infrastructure token on Bybit and plans a direct Coinbase listing. With 6M wallets and 130M transactions in 100 days, the platform looks to unify Web3 gaming through shared liquidity and interoperability.
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Crypto Mixers Used Less By Ransomware Criminals, AI Agents Pose New Threat

A new report highlights how ransomware criminals are shifting away from crypto mixers, increasingly using centralized exchanges and cross-chain bridges. Experts warn of the growing role of AI-driven automation in cybercrime, potentially enabling faster, more precise attacks. Law enforcement efforts and security measures remain key concerns.
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Ethereum Fees Fall Below $1 Million for First Time in Five Months

Ethereum’s daily transaction fees have seen a drastic decline, plummeting by $731,472 according to Token Terminal data. This marks a five-month low, with fees dipping below $1 million for the first time.
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