The Bitcoin social engineering attack is a targeted fraud exploiting trust in wallet and exchange support; it resulted in a single 783 BTC transfer (~$91 million) to a privacy wallet.
Bitcoin spot ETFs recorded net outflows of $312 million on August 20, 2025, driven largely by BlackRock’s $220 million redemptions; the withdrawals coincided with a ~1.5% drop in Bitcoin and
Bitcoin price trades near $114,000, holding $112,000 as critical support while analysts monitor a possible $133K–$145K distribution zone and cycle-top targets between $161K and $207K in 2025, based on MVRV
A Bitcoiner fell victim to a social engineering attack after being approached by impostors posing as hardware wallet support, losing 783 BTC worth $91 million.
CFTC Acting Chairman Caroline D. Pham announced a new round of the Crypto Sprint to operationalize recommendations from the President’s Working Group and related reports, advancing federal priorities for digital
The DOJ is boosting confidence across the crypto sector by affirming that decentralized software development won’t face prosecution absent intent to aid crime or control user funds. DOJ Fuels Crypto Boom With Major Win for Builders and True Decentralization The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) is drawing sharper lines around cryptocurrency enforcement, signaling stronger protections
Prosecutors have asked a South Korean court to send the actress and former singer Hwang Jung-eum to prison for three years for embezzling company funds to spend on crypto . Hwang has admitted to using 4.3 billion won ($3.1 million) worth of funds belonging to her entertainment agency to buy cryptoassets in 2022. Hwang Jung-eum: Crypto Charges Prosecutors claim that the star also took out an 800 million won ($571,866) loan in July 2022 under the same company’s name. The South Korean actress Hwang Jung-eum shot to fame in the 2009 sitcom High Kick Through The Roof. (Source: MBC/Screenshot) They told a branch of the Jeju District Court that Hwang then sent most of these funds to her personal bank account, and then used this money to buy crypto. Prosecutors presented evidence that she made over a dozen similar transactions in 2022, repeatedly using company money to buy coins. They also accused Hwang of using company funds to pay her bills, including property levies and local taxes. Her defence team asked the court for leniency, claiming that she had since sold her assets to pay the company back. The court is set to reconvene in late September for sentencing. Hwang shot to fame in the late 2000s when she appeared in the hit MBC sitcom High Kick Through The Roof . She has also appeared in more recent hit dramas, such as Kill Me, Heal Me (2015) and The Escape of the Seven (2023–2024). Actor Hwang Jung-eum admitted to taking 4.3 billion won ($3 million) in company funds from her family-owned agency, a majority of which she invested in cryptocurrency, while testifying in a trial on Thursday, News1 reported. https://t.co/4SA66LKBeh — The Korea JoongAng Daily (@JoongAngDaily) May 15, 2025 Defence Team Asks for Court’s Clemency The South Korean newspaper The Hankyoreh reported that Hwang’s legal team told the court that she had sold real estate holdings to help her repay her debts. The team submitted legal documents to the court to help prove the veracity of these claims. Hwang also claimed that she had made crypto purchases “with the encouragement of people around me in hopes of growing the company.” Actress Hwang Jung-eum on trial for embezzling $31 million for crypto investment https://t.co/FssMALivqB — The Korea Times (@koreatimescokr) May 16, 2025 She admitted that she had shown “poor judgment” in the matter. Hwang apologized and said she had had “reflected” on her actions.” Hwang’s defense team also asked the court to consider the fact that the company is question was a one-person agency. A lawyer told the court: “The defendant created the company to manage her own entertainment industry activities. She owns 100% of the shares, and no other entertainers are affiliated with it.” The lawyer added that Hwang had shown “immaturity.” But the attorney said the actress was “deeply reflecting” on the nature of her wrongdoings. The post South Korean Prosecutors Demand 3-Year Jail Term for ‘Crypto-Embezzling’ Actress Hwang Jung-eum appeared first on Cryptonews .
Rekt Fencer, the founder of decentralized finance collective X DAO, has released new price targets for leading digital assets as the crypto market navigates heightened volatility. While many investors remain cautious about the possibility of a prolonged correction, Fencer projects strong growth for several top tokens by the end of 2025, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, Binance Coin (BNB), and XRP. BNB Could Approach $3,300 In his latest forecast , Fencer stated that Binance Coin has the potential to rise to a range of $2,800 to $3,300 before the close of 2025. At the time of his analysis, BNB was trading near $833, reflecting a minor daily decline of 1.2% but a year-over-year increase of 46%. My Q4 2025 targets: $BTC : $215K – $230K $ETH : $9K – $12K $BNB : $2.8K – $3.3K $SOL : $800 – $900 $XRP : $8.5 – $9 $DOGE : $1 – $2.5 $LINK : $250 – $400 $ENA : $2 – $3 $PENGU : $0.7 – $1 #FARTCOIN : $4.5 – $6.5 If this looks crazy to you, You're a fool — Rekt Fencer (@rektfencer) August 19, 2025 Only days earlier, the asset had established a new all-time high of $848, joining a limited group of cryptocurrencies to achieve fresh records in the current market cycle. To reach the upper end of Fencer’s target, BNB would need to increase more than fourfold from its present price. Such a rally would lift its market capitalization to nearly $500 billion, a level that would place it among the world’s largest publicly traded companies, rivaling firms such as Mastercard and Netflix. XRP Outlook Between $8.50 and $9 Fencer also highlighted XRP, setting an end-of-year price target of $8.50 to $9 . The token is presently trading around $2.90 , reflecting a daily increase of 0.36%. Unlike BNB, XRP has not yet surpassed its historic peak but did record a multi-year high of $3.66 in July. Achieving Fencer’s projected range would mark a threefold increase from current levels and would push XRP’s market capitalization above $530 billion, approaching Ethereum’s highest historical valuations. While this estimate is bullish, it remains moderate compared to predictions from other analysts. For example, Alex Cobb has suggested that XRP could rise to $22 in December, while more extreme projections place its potential year-end value between $50 and $99. We are on twitter, follow us to connect with us :- @TimesTabloid1 — TimesTabloid (@TimesTabloid1) July 15, 2023 Bitcoin and Ethereum Price Targets Fencer’s broader market outlook includes significant gains for Bitcoin and Ethereum. He forecasts Bitcoin reaching between $215,000 and $230,000 by the fourth quarter of 2025. At present, Bitcoin trades near $113,138, below its recent peak of $124,400. For Ethereum, Fencer anticipates a price range of $9,000 to $12,000. This aligns with forecasts from other bullish commentators, including Tom Lee of Fundstrat, who has suggested Ethereum could reach $15,000 by the end of the year. The asset currently trades at approximately $4,281 Predictions for Solana, Dogecoin, and Other Assets Fencer’s projections extend beyond the most widely followed cryptocurrencies. He expects Solana to trade between $800 and $900, representing a more than fourfold increase from current levels. For Dogecoin, he anticipates a price between $1 and $2.50, a milestone that would mark its highest valuation to date. Chainlink is also on his list, with a projected value of $250 to $400 compared to its current trading price of around $24. In addition, Fencer included smaller projects in his analysis, predicting ENA could climb to $2–$3, PENGU to $0.70–$1, and FARTCOIN to $4.50–$6.50. Fencer’s outlook reflects continued optimism among crypto analysts who believe that leading digital assets are positioned for significant growth despite short-term market fluctuations. While his projections for XRP, BNB, Bitcoin, and Ethereum suggest substantial upside, they also highlight the speculative nature of the market, where expectations can vary widely. Disclaimer : This content is meant to inform and should not be considered financial advice. The views expressed in this article may include the author’s personal opinions and do not represent Times Tabloid’s opinion. Readers are urged to do in-depth research before making any investment decisions. Any action taken by the reader is strictly at their own risk. Times Tabloid is not responsible for any financial losses. Follow us on Twitter , Facebook , Telegram , and Google News The post Expert Reveals Crazy XRP Q4 Target appeared first on Times Tabloid .
BlackRock transferred 1,885 BTC (~$111.7M) and 59,606 ETH (~$254.4M) to Coinbase Prime, signaling potential liquidation amid large crypto ETF outflows that drove near $1B withdrawals from Bitcoin ETFs and similar
XRP price is consolidating after a July pullback as long-term holders realized roughly $2 billion in gains; on-chain metrics point to distribution into support, creating a structured setup that could