South Korean Movie Starring Late Actor Song Jae-rim is Also Based on True Events

The South Korean film Crypto Man, a crypto-themed drama inspired by true events, is set for a January release, poised to captivate global audiences.

The movie delves into the aftermath of a real-life crypto market crash and features the late actor Song Jae-rim in a pivotal role.

Song’s recent passing in his Seoul home, reportedly accompanied by a suicide note, has cast a somber shadow over the film's release, amp

Reddit Joins AI Race, Introduces AI Search Feature

On Monday, Reddit announced the launch of Reddit Answers, a new AI-powered feature designed to help users quickly find answers by leveraging content from user posts.

Accessible via a dedicated button on the homepage, the feature provides an interface similar to ChatGPT or Perplexity, allowing users to pose questions to the AI directly.

Currently available to a limited audience, Reddit plans to expand the tool to additional languages and regio

OverTrip Debuts on Epic Games Store After Token Launch

OverTrip, a vibrant third-person battle royale shooter, has launched on PC through the Epic Games Store, coinciding with the start of its third in-game content season.

OverTrip is LIVE, motherf*ckers!

Time to risk it all, ride the high, and maybe crash hard. . . and then do it again.

Start playing now: https://t.co/UYyRWnIAa4

Here's a TLDR on what you can expect 👇 pic.twitter.com/GaRzsDMCar

— OverTrip (@PlayOverTrip) December 9, 202

Floki Debit Card Lets You Spend 13 Crypto with Zero Gas Fees

Floki, in partnership with Mastercard, has launched a new debit card available in physical and virtual formats across 31 European countries, with plans for global expansion.

The card supports eight blockchains and can be funded with FLOKI and other cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Tether, with more assets to be added.

Virtual gift cards are available worldwide, extending Floki's accessibility.

The card stands out

Radiant Capital Revealed October Hack Orchestrated by North Korean Hacker

Radiant Capital has revealed that a $50 million hack in October was orchestrated by a North Korea-aligned threat actor who used malware delivered via Telegram, impersonating a former contractor.

In a 6 December update, the platform shared findings from cybersecurity firm Mandiant, which attributed the attack with "high confidence" to a Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK)-linked group.

The incident began on 11 S

Trump Denies Claims About Removing Powell from Fed Post

President-elect Donald Trump has dismissed speculation about removing Jerome Powell as Federal Reserve Chair, despite his campaign claims of taking direct control of the central bank and the economy.

In an interview on NBC's Meet the Press, Trump stated:

“Fire him? No, I don't see it.”

The president added:

“I think if I told him to, he would. But if I asked him to, he probably wouldn't.”

Trump Says He Won’t Fire Fed Chair Jerome Powel

Russians Come Up with AI Tool to Combat Illegal Crypto Mining

A group of Russian academics from St. Petersburg State University claims to have developed an innovative AI solution to detect illegal crypto mining operations.

According to the state-run news agency TASS, the system, which is described as a "world's first," aims to help power companies combat illegal mining, a growing concern for Russia's energy infrastructure.

Moscow region, Russia ❗
Hello Darkness my old friend...🕯️
The saga c

Elon Musk’s Stark Warning Sparks Debate Over Singapore’s Demographic Future

Elon Musk’s recent social media comment declaring that Singapore is “going extinct” has ignited heated discussions, reflecting growing concerns about the city-state’s economic future and demographic trends.

The statement, part of a retweet on X (formerly Twitter), has sent ripples across social media platforms and among Singaporean policymakers, as the nation grapples with challenges related to ageing populations and l

Staunch Crypto Critic SEC Commmissioner to Be Potentially Renominated

The US Senate Banking Committee will vote on the renomination of Caroline Crenshaw, a Democratic SEC commissioner known for her critical stance on cryptocurrencies, on 11 December.

Since her appointment in August 2020, Crenshaw has been vocal in opposing crypto initiatives, including being one of two commissioners to reject spot Bitcoin ETFs in January.

After the SEC approved these ETFs on January 10, she labelled the decis

Cardano Foundation's X Account Compromised

On 8 December, the Cardano Foundation's X account was compromised by a malicious actor promoting a fake "ADAsol" token, described as "Cardano, reimagined for Solana's speed and innovation."

The initial post, removed within an hour, was followed by another false claim stating the Foundation would cease supporting ADA due to an SEC lawsuit.

The false notice read:

"In light of this unexpected legal action, we have made the difficult decision to immedia

Bitcoin Smashes $100,000 as Trump Claims Victory for the Milestone

Hours after nominating pro-cryptocurrency businessman Paul Atkins to lead the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), President-elect Donald Trump celebrated Bitcoin’s new milestone on his platform Truth Social:

“CONGRATULATIONS BITCOINERS!!! $100,000!!! YOU’RE WELCOME!!! Together, we will Make America Great Again!”

Bitcoin’s price shattered the $100,000 barrier on 5 December, marking a historic moment in the cryptocurrency

Crypto Leaders Claimed Nine Spots on Forbes' 30 Under 30 Finance

North America's crypto innovators claimed nearly a third of the spots in Forbes' 2025 "30 Under 30" finance category, showcasing 14 founders from nine blockchain-related companies.

These crypto leaders—10 men and 4 women—secured nine out of the 30 positions, with some sharing recognition.

👨💼 The cryptocurrency industry’s rising stars have claimed nearly a third of the spots in Forbes’ “30 Under 30” finance category for 2025. #

Bitcoin Rockets Passed $100K, Hits New Milestone

Bitcoin has rocketed past the critical $100,000 mark, achieving a major psychological milestone for traders and investors alike.

The cryptocurrency has soared over 47% in the last month and more than 67% since early October when it was valued around $60,000.

#Bitcoin has hit six digits, passing $100K for the first time! A historic win for the crypto community. pic.twitter.com/Xp58msSN0I

— Binance (@binance) December 5, 2024

This impressive ra

Putin Advocates for Crypto's Building Momentum

In a speech at the Moscow Investment Forum on 4 December, Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed strong support for Bitcoin and digital assets, stating that their development is unstoppable.

He expressed at the forum:

“Who can ban bitcoin? Nobody. And who can prohibit the use of other electronic means of payment? Nobody. Because these are new technologies and no matter what happens to the dollar, these tools will develop one way or another be

Crypto Content Spikes on YouTube

The crypto buzz is making a strong comeback on YouTube, with crypto-related content amassing 4.72 million views between 25 November and 2 December—a 12-month high.

This surge hints at renewed investor interest in digital assets, underscoring increased engagement from smaller market participants.

Youtube views for crypto content at 2 year highs

Strong indication of retail interest coming back

h/t @TheBlock__ pic.twitter.com/hhgSO3s6ai

— Tom Dunleavy (@dunlea

Trump Selects Paul Atkins as SEC Successor

President-elect Donald Trump has announced the nomination of Paul Atkins, a known advocate for cryptocurrency, as the next chair of the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).

Atkins will succeed Gary Gensler, who is set to resign on 20 January, coinciding with Trump's inauguration.

In a post on Truth Social, Trump praised Atkins as a "proven leader" with a commitment to "common-sense regulations."

He highlighted Atkins' understanding of digita

Hydra Founder & Accomplices Given Sentences

Stanislav Moiseev, the founder of Hydra, an online black market and crypto mixing service that processed over $5 billion in cryptocurrency transactions, has been sentenced to life in prison by a Russian court.

https://www.coinlive.com/news/power-crisis-derails-russia-s-pursuit-of-ai-superpower-status-despite

The Moscow Regional Court found Moiseev and 15 accomplices guilty of organising a criminal syndicate, as well as the illegal production and sal

South Korea's Crypto Market Suffers Brief Chaos

South Korea's cryptocurrency market faced intense disruption following President Yoon Suk Yeol's unexpected declaration of martial law, causing a sharp divergence between local and global crypto prices.

Bitcoin plummeted over 30% on South Korean exchanges like Upbit, reaching the $60,000 range, compared to a mere 2% dip globally.

This stark contrast stemmed from local panic selling and a nearly 3% surge in the USD/KRW exchange rate.

XRP also dr

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman Supports Trump in Leading US in AI

In a recent interview on Fox News Sunday, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman discussed the opportunities and challenges of artificial intelligence (AI), stressing the urgency of maintaining US leadership in the AI race, particularly against China.

He highlighted the importance of robust AI infrastructure, including powerful computing resources, cutting-edge chips, and expansive data centers, to remain competitive.

He expressed:

“We need to build th

SEC Top Choice Paul Atkins Reluctant to Replace Gary Gensler?

Paul Atkins, President-elect Donald Trump's rumored choice for SEC chair, is reportedly hesitant to take on the role, citing the daunting task of managing the agency's current state.

The market wants Trump's libertarian-minded Paul Atkins to be the next SEC commissioner, but apparently, he is reluctant to take the job.

Bullish. pic.twitter.com/PqaWcFpdJ8

— Sasha Hodder (@sashahodler) December 3, 2024

Sources familiar with Atkins