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FTX Estate Controls $1.1B in Solana and $560M in Bitcoin Amid Bankruptcy Revelations – Bitcoin News

The FTX estate, currently overseeing the bankruptcy and restructuring of the once-active crypto exchange, reveals holdings of $1.16 billion in solana (SOL) and $560 million in bitcoin (BTC). 16% of Solana’s Market Cap Is Held by FTX In a recent Monday court filing, a stakeholder update showcases the premier digital assets held by the estate. As of August 31, 2023, these liquid tokens have a…
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Environmentalists Rally Against Crypto Mining Facility Renewal in New York, Citing Climate Concerns – Bitcoin News

Environmental advocates are redoubling their efforts to persuade New York officials to decline an air permit renewal for a cryptocurrency mining facility in North Tonawanda. They assert that the operation imperils residents’ quality of life and undermines the state’s climate objectives, as per a report by Mark Scheer for the Niagara Gazette. Battle Brews Over NY Cryptocurrency Mining…
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Crypto Tycoon Bankman-Fried Seeks Release From Jail Over Trial Prep and Laptop Complaints – Legal Bitcoin News

Attorneys for fallen cryptocurrency tycoon Sam Bankman-Fried are requesting his temporary release from a Brooklyn jail, arguing that limited access to trial evidence and computers is impeding his ability to prepare his defense. Sam Bankman-Fried’s Lawyers Urge Temporary Release Amid Trial Challenges In a letter to federal judge Lewis Kaplan filed Friday, Bankman-Fried’s lawyers Mark Cohen and…
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Vitalik Buterin’s X Account Hacked to Promote Crypto Scam – Bitcoin News

The X account of Ethereum founder Vitalik Buterin has apparently suffered a breach by scammers spreading phishing links. The attack, which manifested itself in the form of a post offering free digital collectibles, has allegedly resulted in the loss of over $690,000 for those who fell for the fraud. Scammers Lure Victims With Phishing Post From Vitalik Buterin’s X Profile The X (formerly…
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