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A fake Ledger Live app on Apple App Store was responsible for stealing $9.5 million worth of cryptocurrency from victims. Researcher ZachXBT traced the stolen funds to a mixer linked to KuCoin, highlighting major security concerns regarding counterfeit apps and Apple’s app vetting process.
MicroStrategy, led by Michael Saylor, acquired an additional 13,927 BTC, bringing its total Bitcoin holdings to 780,897 BTC. This $1 billion Bitcoin purchase boosted bullish sentiment around MicroStrategy’s stock within 24 hours.
US spot Bitcoin ETFs experienced $291 million in outflows on April 14 as Bitcoin's price surged past $74,000. This marked the largest ETF redemption day since late March, reflecting market volatility amidst Bitcoin's rapid price movement.
Morgan Stanley's Bitcoin ETF attracted nearly $62 million during its first week, contributing to a total $1.1 billion inflow into cryptocurrency investment products—the strongest weekly inflow since January. This indicates rising institutional interest in Bitcoin-related funds.
Bitcoin futures flow patterns have recently matched a significant post-FTX setup seen in 2022, suggesting potential market moves as Bitcoin attempts to reclaim the $75,000 level. On-chain data highlight a historically important pattern in futures trading.
Goldman Sachs plans to launch a Bitcoin income ETF that will invest in Bitcoin ETPs and employ call option selling to generate income while limiting exposure to Bitcoin's price volatility. This product targets risk-averse investors seeking steady Bitcoin-related returns.
Michael Saylor has shifted strategy from selling Bitcoin to promoting STRC, a low-volatility instrument that absorbed 19,186 BTC within 10 days. This move combines stable returns with liquidity, marking a new phase in MicroStrategy’s treasury management.
Kraken disclosed it is the victim of an extortion attempt involving stolen user data but has refused to pay the criminals. The exchange emphasizes its commitment to security amid ongoing threats facing crypto platforms.
Deutsche Börse invested $200 million for a 1.5% stake in Kraken, valuing the crypto exchange at approximately $13.3 billion. This investment marks a significant institutional milestone in traditional market players expanding into cryptocurrency.
BlackRock added XRP to its investment portfolio following Ripple’s recent legal victory. XRP ETFs have attracted $178 million in inflows this month despite a 26% drop in retail investor engagement, underscoring growing institutional demand.