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'The Due‑Diligence Gap': Trump‑Linked Crypto Took $100M From Man Under UK Money‑Laundering Probe

Guren 'Bobby' Zhou, who had been investigated in Britain for money laundering, emerged as a $100M buyer in Trump-linked crypto.

International Business Times UK · Aug 9

Experts warn this fake Claude install guide can be used to empty crypto wallets

A fake "install Claude on Mac" guide, hosted on claude.ai itself and boosted by a Google ad, ends with your Ledger app quietly asking for your recovery phrase.

TechRadar · Aug 9

Crypto Investor Harry Yeh Found Naked After 30-Floor Fall in Paraguay, Apartment Completely Ransacked

The death of Quantum Fintech Group founder Harry Yeh has drawn scrutiny in Paraguay, where investigators are reconstructing his final hours and examining possible evidence from two apartments.

International Business Times UK · Aug 9

Bitcoin hovers near $65,000 as key resistance caps further upside; Ethereum gains momentum

Bitcoin hovered near $65,000 as resistance around $65,000–$65,600 capped further gains, while Ethereum showed stronger momentum above $1,900. Analysts said improving macro conditions are supportive for risk assets, but technical confirmation remains crucial. Crypto ETFs also saw steady inflows, signalling continued institutional demand despite mixed risk sentiment.

The Economic Times · Aug 8

Wall St is deepening its crypto grip and rewiring the market

Wall Street is gaining greater influence over crypto as hedge funds and asset managers replace retail traders as key market forces. Institutional investors accounted for 72% of spot trading on Wintermute’s OTC desk in the first half of 2026. Derivatives, ETFs and structured products are reshaping market liquidity and volatility.

The Economic Times · Aug 8

US sanctions Dubai-based crypto exchange over alleged Iran sanctions evasion and IRGC funding

The United States sanctioned Dubai-based Shelbit for processing millions for Iran's state entities. This action targets sanctions evasion through cryptocurrency networks, as announced by the Treasury Department. Shelbit allegedly facilitated transactions for Iran's central bank and the IRGC. The exchange denied all allegations and stated operations ceased in January 2026.…

The Times of India · Aug 7

Senate Delays Voting Of Key Crypto Bill As Uncertainty Continues To Mount

The U.S. Senate has delayed a vote on the CLARITY Act until September, complicating efforts to pass landmark cryptocurrency market structure legislation before the end of the year.

International Business Times · Aug 7

Trump says he only talks to his children to say ‘I love you’ not about his billion-dollar crypto businesses

In June, a financial disclosure report indicated the president made $1.4 billion from his cryptocurrency businesses

The Independent UK · Aug 7

Congresswoman Discloses New Stock Trades Made a Year Ago: Why STOCK Act Violations May Have Hurt Re-Election Efforts

Members of Congress are currently allowed to buy and sell stocks, options and cryptocurrency as long as they properly disclose the transactions in a timely manner. A congresswoman recently violated that practice, with some transactions reported 11 months after they were made.

Benzinga · Aug 7

Wes Streeting denies taking crypto fraud money during Scotland visit

WES Streeting has denied taking money from a crypto entrepreneur who is serving a 25-year prison sentence for a billion-dollar fraud.

The National (Scotland) · Aug 7