‘Investors flee’: Big bitcoin warning
Experts think the Russo-Ukraine war has brought bitcoin to its knees earlier than expected, with a bear market already in place.
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$700b in crypto disappears in hours
The combined cryptocurrency market was savaged as key blockchain founders weighed into the Ukraine conflict.
Ominous reason crypto has plunged
Cryptocurrency prices have plunged in the last 24 hours as investors panic – and some believe hackers are to blame.
Billionaire’s backflip on ‘rat poison’ crypto
Billionaire US investor Warren Buffett slammed cryptocurrency as pointless. Now he’s had to eat his words.
Bitcoin at ‘make or break’ price
Bitcoin is on the precipice of a major rise or an epic fall. Whether it goes up or down at a crucial price point will determine its future.
What newlyweds spent stolen $6.2b on
The ordinary US newlyweds have been unmasked as the masterminds behind an elaborate theft that resulted in the largest ever financial seizure from authorities.
Joke crypto surges 50 per cent
A type of cryptocurrency that started out as a joke is outperforming the biggest players in the market during a horror few weeks.
$16.87 balance uncovers epic betrayal
A Sydney man’s plan to retire at 58 has backfired after he logged into his retirement account one day to discover a devastating truth.
YouTuber steals $700k from fans
His followers reportedly sunk their money into a bogus investment allowing him to pocket the cash and buy himself a brand new Tesla.
India’s huge cryptocurrency backflip
A new tax rule in India might seem like bad news, but experts have assured cryptocurrency holders that it is actually a good thing.
‘No signs’: Terrifying prediction for bitcoin
Bitcoin has had a difficult first month of the year but signs point to the fact worse is yet to come for the blockchain.
Bitcoin drop sparks fears over ‘crypto winter’
Some experts believe there’s a bleak and cold future ahead for cryptocurrency after a horror month. Better get out your coats because winter is coming.
Drastic crypto crash as bitcoin falls off cliff
Cryptocurrency has shed half its value since its November highs and there are fears it hasn’t even hit bottom yet.
Servo worker turns $4k into $100m
Daniel semi-retired at age 27 after some lucky breaks, including with a single purchase he made two years ago that is now worth $50 million.
Russia’s extreme cryptocurrency move
Russia is considering becoming the latest country to ban cryptocurrency over a raft of concerns about its impact.
Bitcoin starts to rise after horror few weeks
After a less than ideal start to the year, the digital coin might finally be headed out of its slump following a strong 24 hours.
$14k crypto fortune ‘stolen out of nowhere’
A major hack has seen customers at one of the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchanges lose thousands of dollars.
Bitcoin price could surge past $100k
Although the cryptocurrency has had a horror start to the year, shedding almost half its value, one expert is bullish.
Bitcoin’s drastic losing streak
The popular cryptocurrency is facing its worst price crisis in almost four years after a horror start to 2022.
‘Bottom’: Crypto drops by $1 trillion
Bitcoin has dropped by a huge amount as experts warn that the digital asset is bottoming out.
Nation forced into drastic bitcoin ban
A European nation has said it will bring the law down on crypto miners after the vast amounts of energy needed for the task led to a crisis.
Melania’s surprising new crypto move
Melania Trump is now spruiking bitcoin, in a move that has left many surprised, especially given her husband’s view on the tokens.
Running out: Dire warning for bitcoin
As we head into 2022, there are concerns that bitcoin has an expiry date. And it’s fast approaching.
Matt Damon roasted for ‘awful’ ad
The blockbuster actor has fronted a cryptocurrency commercial, which has been absolutely savaged for being “insulting” and “out of touch”.
Why Bitcoin’s latest plunge is actually good
Even though Bitcoin had a massive drop, its recent downturn is actually good news for the continued survival of blockchain, according to one expert.
Bitcoin unexpectedly surges past key number
Bitcoin investors woke up to a surprising Christmas present after a horror six weeks in the cryptocurrency space.
Currency collapse shows future of crypto
Cryptocurrency has been volatile in recent times but the collapse of one country’s currency shows exactly what could happen to crypto in the future.
Crypto that rose 940 per cent this year
The coin has jumped to nearly 10 times its original value but there’s a dark cloud looming for its performance in 2022.
‘Bitcoin will replace the US dollar’
Three simple words from a billionaire propelled bitcoin to a higher price than it’s been for a month after a horror six weeks.
’Deadly’: Fears after Bitcoin price slumps
After a hellish six weeks, Bitcoin is nearing a dangerous price level with experts warning that once it drops below this number, it might never recover.
‘Bitcoin may not last much longer’
The cryptocurrency has had a horror five weeks but rather than bouncing back, one expert thinks the coin is on its last legs.
‘Wild’: Bitcoin drop that cost billions
Life-changing amounts of money is being won and lost as cryptocurrency becomes increasingly volatile and investors don’t know what to do.
Good news for bitcoin despite horror week
Although it’s been bitcoin’s worst week for months, there’s a silver lining which could see the blockchain’s price skyrocket.
Student loses life savings trading crypto
After losing a “life-changing” amount of money, one investor is warning others to be careful of crypto trading scams.
‘Urgent need’: Global crypto scramble
One of the world’s biggest financial institutions is scrambling to deal with a fast-approaching truth in the world of cryptocurrency.
Australia’s favourite cryptocurrency revealed
As more and more Aussies invest in cryptocurrency, one digital currency has emerged as the top option for buyers Down Under.
Why Crypto is crashing
Cryptocurrency has been battered in a brutal 24-hour period, with bitcoin in particular suffering a $14,000 loss in an hour.
Man’s ‘desperate’ act makes $500k
The Perth man lived in his car and showered at his local library for more than a year. But a “risky” move drastically changed his fortune.
Crypto spikes 10 times in value in two days
A cryptocurrency named Omicron soared in the market, jumping 10 times in value, after the WHO named the latest Covid variant.
Bitcoin’s incredible surge defies Omicron
Cryptocurrency has made an incredible comeback while the rest of the world is feeling the economic shockwaves from Omicron.
Crypto fail costs people $1.4 million
Around 17,000 people who tried to use crypto to buy a rare copy of a historical document are now facing a huge bill.
Bitcoin plunge destroys gold proposition
When the horror US inflation figures dropped this month, bitcoin was flagged as a possible hedge, but that’s looking increasingly unlikely.
Sydney 24yo makes fortune on crypto
First this 24-year-old tradie lost all his money to cryptocurrency. Then he tried again and now he’s rolling in cash.
New ‘bitcoin’ city on volcano
El Salvador has taken the unprecedented step of building a city solely devoted to bitcoin mining and also funded by bitcoin.
Unknown crypto triples in price
Crypto investors are getting hyped about a new and largely unheard of coin which is taking the market by a storm.
Boy arrested over $50m crypto theft
A boy has been arrested over a $50 million cryptocurrency theft – the biggest ever heist from one person.
‘Elements of wagering’: Country bans crypto
In a strange twist, 88 per cent of the population are banned from trading crypto but the remainder are free to do as they wish.
Experts baffled by massive Bitcoin plunge
The crypto has lost 10 per cent of its total value just days after hitting new records, and financial analysts can’t agree on the cause.
‘Insanity’: Ethereum surges to new high
It’s the second most valuable crypto in the world and it could even help with Facebook’s new plans for an online space that will take over smartphones.
Huge change at Commonwealth Bank
One of Australia’s big four banks has announced a game-changing move that will change the way Aussies bank forever.
Mystery man behind $45 billion empire
The anonymous founder behind a cryptocurrency which is worth $45 billion has made a bombshell claim about the blockchain.
Hundreds of billions lost as bitcoin plunges
The crypto has rapidly plummeted in a flash crash, dragging down all the other big players with it, just a week after hitting an all-time high.
Elon Musk’s grim crypto warning
Tesla CEO Elon Musk has issued a grim warning about the impacts of crypto – as Dogecoin and Shiba inu surge in price.
Joke crypto surges 85 million per cent
The blockchain is smashing through its all-time highs after rumours started swirling about a major change coming for traders.
Why millionaires are flocking to this island
Suddenly, a tropical island less than four hours from the US is being inundated by millionaires, who are all there for one big reason.
Crypto defies Elon Musk in major surge
A cryptocurrency originally created as a joke based on a meme has surged to an all-time high over the weekend and is now the 11th biggest in the world.
Bitcoin surging after surprise US move
Bitcoin is surging towards a record high of $65k after a major global change came into effect on Tuesday.
Aussie’s $40k haul from new crypto
Despite losing thousands after a previous bitcoin crash, one Sydney man decided to branch out into new crypto – and it’s paid off.
Crypto plunges $540 billion in one day
Bitcoin’s spectacular fall from grace has also dragged its rivals into the red zone in another blow to the cryptocurrency market.
Bitcoin surges ahead of major change
Bitcoin has shot to new heights ahead of one country’s controversial cryptocurrency decision. But not everyone is convinced.
New crypto hits record $30b value
Two new cryptocurrencies, called solana and fantom, have recorded huge spikes in price. Find out about the new rivals to bitcoin.
Sweden owes drug dealer $2.3m in bitcoin
A mistake made by the sentencing judge means that a convicted drug dealer is now owed $2.3 million worth of bitcoin from the Swedish government.
Crypto passes massive $2 trillion mark
Cryptocurrency passed a major milestone in market capitalisation – but it remains to be seen whether it will stay that way.
Aussie losing out on auctions by $300k
Despite having a crypto portfolio worth up to $50,000, one Sydneysider still can’t buy a property as homes sell for $300,000 above the price guide.
Biggest crypto theft sees $827m stolen
Hackers have pulled off the world’s biggest cryptocurrency theft – but in an unusual move they’ve returned over of a third of the money.
Ethereum value surges above $3700
Experts think ethereum, the second-largest blockchain network, could be on the way to overtaking bitcoin after a major change.
Uni students make huge change to crypto
Two Sydney mates aged in their twenties came up with an idea in a university tutorial that will now see the Australian cryptocurrency landscape changed forever.
Bitcoin investors spooked by new rules
The price of bitcoin tumbled almost 5 per cent in the past 24 hours, dropping dangerously low in a shock move after a strong weekend.
Bitcoin boss may have faked death
Many believe Gerald Cotten is alive and escaped with a $234 million fortune, with investigators calling to dig up his body.
Bitcoin plunges as Delta variant spreads
As the Delta strain of Covid spreads worldwide, there are growing concerns that economies – and cryptocurrency – are going to take a bigger battering.
Future of bitcoin in jeopardy
Many see it as the future of money and investing, but a debate is raging about cryptocurrency, which puts its entire future into question.
‘Not a game’: ATO warns crypto investors
For those that own bitcoin or other digital coins, there’s no escaping your tax bill. Find out how the ATO can pin you down.
Cops unveil staggering crypto bust
One of the world’s biggest cryptocurrency seizures on record has been made after a tip-off alerted police to suspected criminal activity.
3.3 million Aussies own cryptocurrency
A huge number of Aussies have taken a chance on cryptocurrency investment, with many taking the step hoping to make a quick buck.
Musk gives huge boost to bitcoin price
The cryptocurrency rose by thousands of dollars after a single three-sentence tweet from the billionaire.
FBI move shocks bitcoin world
Bitcoin has had a savage week with a completely unexpected move by the FBI contributing to a huge crash. And that’s not all that went wrong.
Bitcoin in trouble as banks hit back
Cryptocurrencies had another wild night after a tough new move from a powerful international body that could be gamechanging for the market.
Who is getting the most rich off bitcoin
A whopping $5.2 billion in profit has been cashed in on the cryptocurrency, with one nation in particular really stepping up its investment game.
Company’s $2.6m loss on bitcoin ransom
After a cyber attack shut the systems down and forced them to pay up in crypto, the money has been recovered – but it’s not all good news.
Crypto bloodbath as bitcoin hammered
Crypto investors are waking to sea of red as the entire market took an absolute hammering and bitcoin dropped towards a dreaded threshold.
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