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The FBI is investigating malware hidden in several PC games on Steam, which infected players' computers under the guise of legitimate titles. The agency seeks information from impacted gamers and highlights previous similar malware incidents targeting the gaming community.

Billionaire investor Stanley Druckenmiller believes stablecoins will become the backbone of the financial system in 10-15 years, citing their efficiency. However, he views much of the wider crypto market as unnecessary, describing it as “a solution looking for a problem.”

A federal judge dismissed RICO claims in a class-action lawsuit against pastor Eddy Alexandre, tied to a crypto Ponzi scheme. Victims can amend their complaint. Alexandre, guilty of commodities fraud, owes substantial penalties and restitution.

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Token2049 and The Open Network conferences scheduled in Dubai have been canceled or postponed amid the Iran conflict.
Conference organizers noted the importance of safety for their attendees and sponsors.
Token2049 will still host its event in Singapore later this year.
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The Bitcoin network mined its 20 millionth coin this week, leaving just 1 million remaining—a supply that could take 115 years to fully unlock.
Analysts expect many publicly traded Bitcoin miners to exit the business entirely by 2027 and 2028, liquidating Bitcoin holdings to fund

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The White House is demanding that ABC News retract a report about a possible Iranian drone attack on California.
Officials say the FBI bulletin referenced in the story relied on a single unverified tip and did not represent a credible threat.
The dispute comes as Iran launches

The FBI is investigating malware hidden in several PC games on Steam, which infected players' computers under the guise of legitimate titles. The agency seeks information from impacted gamers and highlights previous similar malware incidents targeting the gaming community.

Billionaire investor Stanley Druckenmiller believes stablecoins will become the backbone of the financial system in 10-15 years, citing their efficiency. However, he views much of the wider crypto market as unnecessary, describing it as “a solution looking for a problem.”