The US Justice Department is intensifying its crackdown on DeFi cybercriminals amid a surge in illicit cryptocurrency activities over the past four years.
Binance lifts restrictions on Russian accounts, allowing crypto purchases with Russian bank cards, as the country explores alternative payment technologies like CBDCs and cryptocurrencies to bypass international sanctions.
FTX cryptocurrency exchange recovers over $7 billion in assets, thanks to surging crypto prices. The platform is considering its future and negotiating restart options, while CySEC extends FTX Europe's license suspension and addresses withdrawals for customers.