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A new series produced by HBO promises to reveal the identity of Satoshi Nakamoto, the pseudonym behind the creator of Bitcoin. Called âMoney Electricâ, it is scheduled to be released next Tuesday (8).
Even after 15 years of the creation of Bitcoin, the identity of Satoshi Nakamoto remains an unsolved mystery.
From Next year, Santa Catarina will implement a new state minimum wage of R$$ 1,844.40. This amount significantly exceeds the current national minimum wage, which is R$$ 1,412, and seeks to provide better conditions for Santa Catarina workers. The decision was approved by the Legislative Assembly of Santa Catarina (Alesc) after numerous discussions and negotiations.
Several meetings were held between unions, employers and government representatives to reach a consensus. MĂĄrio Cezar de Aguiar, president of the Federation of Industries of Santa Catarina (Fiesc), emphasized the importance of an inclusive dialogue that takes into account the needs of all parties involved, especially workers.
The new state minimum wage will be organized into four bands, reflecting the diversity of professions and responsibilities within the state. The ranges were defined as follows:
âąFirst Range: R$ 1,612.26 â For workers in agriculture, construction, and domestic services, which are essential sectors but also face specific challenges.
âąSecond Range: R$ 1,670.56 â Covers several other categories that play a crucial role in the state's economy.
âąThird Range: R$ 1,769.14 â Includes sectors such as the chemical, pharmaceutical, food, and trade industries, which require higher pay due to their responsibilities.
âąFourth Range: R$ 1,844.40 â Targeted at jobs that require greater qualifications and responsibility, especially in highly complex sectors.
The division into ranges seeks to promote fair and equitable pay, adjusting increases according to the needs of each sector.
In April, Iran launched an attack with more than 200 drones and missiles against Israel. On that date, both Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies collapsed.
According to the Central Bank, a total of 137 million R833409885881 coins entered circulation in September 2024, 45 million of which will be commemorative.
The coins end up becoming rare and sought after by collectors. Some of them can cost up to R83340988588500 and specialized websites.
The new version of the coin is identical to the current standard, except for the inscriptions â30 Years of the Realâ and the date â1994-2024â.
Despite the severe restrictions imposed by the Chinese government on cryptocurrency mining and trading since 2021, China remains the dominant power in global Bitcoin hashrate, controlling 55% of the global network.
This surprising statistic defies expectations that the country would lose its influence in the Bitcoin mining sector following the ban.
Hashrate refers to the power The computational power used in the Bitcoin network to validate transactions and secure the system. The higher the hashrate, the more robust and secure the network.
Despite legal restrictions, miners in China continue to dominate this activity. The Asian country surpasses the United States , which own 40% of the global hashrate. The ability of Chinese miners to stay on top despite the bans may have something to do with the decentralized nature of Bitcoin and the creativity of the countryâs operators.
Underground cryptocurrency mining and trading networks continue to operate, often using VPNs and other methods to circumvent regulations. According to estimates, illegal cryptocurrency transactions in China generate approximately $86 billion annually.
In addition, Chinese mining pools have proven resilient, supporting small miners operating locally. This contrasts with the large US mining pools, which are dominated by institutional operations with access to cutting-edge technology and vast financial resources.
In the second phase of Drex, the implementation of financial services with smart contracts created and managed by platform participants will be tested. The Central Bank announced on Monday afternoon (23) the start of the 2nd phase of the Drex pilot project, the digital real. In this stage, 13 themes will be worked on based on 42 use case proposals presented to the entity. As announced in May of this year, in the second phase, the infrastructure created for the pilot will begin to test the implementation of financial services, made available through smart contracts created and managed by third parties participating in the platform.
For the first time, Binance will officially set foot in BrasĂlia.
Come and meet us to talk about crypto, Web3, watch a special Masterclass on blockchain and, of course, do a lot of networking with the community and the Binance Brazil team.
September 26th, Thursday
Starting at 8:00 pm
BZ Annex
SAAN Block 2, Lot 45, BrasĂlia - DF
Limited spaces
Event subject to rental. Please arrive early.
Please note: Participation in the event is free, but registration is required. Due to limited space at the event, entry will be on a first-come, first-served basis and will be permitted only to ticket holders.
đđ đđđđĂđđ đżđ đđđđđđđđŒđđđđđ đŒđđđđŒđżđđ đđđđ§đ đ ... A spokesperson for the exchange told BeInCrypto that the security team investigated the matter thoroughly and found no evidence of a data breach.
âThis is false. Our security team has investigated the allegations and we can confirm that this is not a data breach from Binance,â the spokesperson for the exchange stated.
The cybercriminal group behind the alleged breach, known as âGreavys,â is said to be selling the personal data on the dark web, either in blocks or in full, to buyers via Telegram. âGreavys,â along with cybercriminals such as âWizâ and âBox,â have a history of phishing attacks.
In August 2024, the hackers ran a $$ 243 million phishing operation in Washington DC, posing as Google and Gemini support employees to gain access to a victimâs Bitcoin wallet via remote control software such as AnyDesk.
While the attack was fake, the potential leak of sensitive data highlights the critical need for robust security practices. As the situation develops, the crypto community will be closely monitoring updates.
While the leak did not occur, it is important to continue to follow security protocols and take preventative measures, such as two-factor authentication, to mitigate risks.
The âCrypto Millionaires Club,â as the international society of mega-investors in digital assets has become known, will meet again in Dubai, in the United Arab Emirates.
Known as the âfreemasonryâ of cryptocurrencies, the group is known for bringing together important figures in the digital asset market, such as developers and executives. The meeting takes place once a year and aims to exchange information about new crypto assets with a chance of exorbitant appreciation in the coming months.
The meeting is so important that it functions as a kind of showcase for new cryptocurrencies. Let's take the example of Cardano, which was presented at the society's meeting in 2018: the currency, quoted at US$$ 0.10 at the time of the meeting, exploded in value after the meeting and reached US$$ 3, an increase of almost 30 times.
In 2020, the CEO of Binance, the largest cryptocurrency exchange in the world, Changpeng Zhao, joined the society and presented the Exchange's own cryptocurrency, Binance Coin. In a few months, the asset rose more than 3,700% and became the 4th largest cryptocurrency on the planet in terms of market value.
For the 2022 meeting, one of the Brazilians present at the event will be cryptocurrency analyst VinĂcius Bazan, who heads the largest series for digital asset investors in Brazil. In fact, he is putting together a group of people interested in following all the information from the event in Dubai.
Bazan points out that the stars of previous editions are no longer the best opportunities on the radar. What he is keeping an eye on are the next candidates to become stars of the crypto world.
The Exodus 1 runs Android Oreo, and has a separate operating system partition to store your cryptocurrencies and tokens securely. This is the HTC Zion Wallet, a wallet that supports bitcoin, ether, litecoin and others. In addition, if the smartphone is stolen, there is a social recovery mechanism to recover your cryptocurrencies.
Here's how it works: HTC lets you choose a few trusted contacts, and each of them downloads a key management app. They'll receive parts of a code that, when put together, allow access to your wallet even without your phone.
The specs are those of a high-end model. The Exodus 1 has a Snapdragon 845 processor, 6 GB of DDR4x RAM, 128 GB of storage and a 3,500 mAh battery. The 6-inch screen has Quad HD+ resolution and an 18:9 aspect ratio.
The rear camera is dual, with 12 and 16 megapixel sensors; and the front camera is also dual, with two 8 MP sensors to blur the background. The body is translucent, showing the internal components, and has IP68 dust and water resistance.
The HTC Exodus 1 will be sold for 0.15 BTC or 4.78 ETH, around R$ 3.500 at the current exchange rate. It can only be purchased in these cryptocurrencies.
Gustavo de Macedo Diniz, 27, is said to have pocketed R$$ 70 million from investors, some of whom were members of the Comando Vermelho and PCC factions
The author of one of the biggest âfallsâ in the history of the virtual currency financial market, the former CEO of the Bybot financial platform, which controlled thousands of crypto assets from hundreds of investors spread across Brazil, the United States and Europe.
The latest information circulated in WhatsApp groups formed by the fraudsterâs victims was that Engomadinho had crossed half the world and landed in the United Arab Emirates. He was reportedly living peacefully, burning through investorsâ fortunes, in Dubai.
The scammer deleted all his social media, deleted his communication channels and closed the platform for withdrawals, shortly before disappearing from the country. None of the investors were able to withdraw the amount that was deposited in their wallets. Previously a regular on social media and always recording live streams, Engomadinho never posted any content again.
With a sharp tongue, abusing his friendliness and inspiring confidence, the platform administrator used to record videos for his followers and showed that the business was âsafeâ and completely legal.
Bybot operated mainly with the so-called crypto asset arbitrage. The process is well known in the stock market.
When an investor decides to work with this method, he starts trading assets at low prices and offering them on platforms that pay a higher price. The difference, then, goes to the investor.
Before deleting his social media, the Bybot manager posted photos at luxury resorts, ski resorts or sunbathing on paradisiacal beaches.
Gustavo Diniz traveled the world reaping the rewards of the financial success provided by the platform.
đđœđŒđđČđ»đđźđ±đŒ đœđČđżđ±đČ đ„đŒđż đłđŒđż đ„đŒđż đ„đŒđż đł ... years ago lived a real nightmare after falling victim to a romantic scam involving cryptocurrencies. In a matter of months, he lost US$19601366570185,000 (approximately R$196013665701.08 million), an amount that represented his life savings, and was forced to return to the job market.
The man, who worked as a pilot and aircraft mechanic, is now warning others to be aware of the signs of a scam, especially in virtual relationships.
The scam began in April, when Ernie Kiss received a message on Instagram from a woman named Angela, who claimed to be a plastic surgeon in California.
Little by little, the relationship between the two developed through conversations and even video calls, creating a false sense of closeness. Angela showed interest in learning to fly, and the man, confident in the exchange of messages, believed he was building a real relationship.
At first, Kiss invested small amounts and seemed to be making a profit, which encouraged him to invest more, even dipping into his savings and borrowing money from his children.
However, Angela began making excuses whenever they tried to meet in person. A trip to California was canceled, followed by another failed attempt when Angela claimed she had to go to London to take care of her sister.
It was only after a friend alerted Kiss that he realized he might be the victim of a scam. When Angela disappeared after the confrontation, Kiss was devastated to realize he had fallen for one of the so-called crypto-romance scams.
The investigation into the hack was conducted by ZachXBT, a well-known cryptocurrency detective who investigates these and other types of crimes.
The hack took place between August 18 and 19, about a month ago. Being a social engineering attack, the hackers posed as Google support, where they gained access to the victim's email account and, from there, gained access to other accounts of the investor.
On the same day, the US Department of Justice (DoJ) reported the arrest of two suspects for participating in the theft. They are 20 and 21 years old and were flaunting the money from the robbery by buying cars, traveling, jewelry and other luxury items.
The victim was a creditor of Genesis, a crypto platform that went bankrupt in 2023, but his name has not been revealed.
According to ZachXBT, the 4,064 bitcoins were stolen because the victim granted access to his computer through AnyDesk, a software that allows remote access.
In other screenshots, ZachXBT shows that the hackers did not wait to spend the money they obtained in the robbery. Jewelry, international trips, parties and luxury cars are on the list.
A conversation that draws attention is when one of the suspects sends a photo of a pink Lamborghini Urus to his girlfriend. The car is valued at US$89390418960240 thousand.
âI bought you a gift. Let's say it's an early birthday present. A thank you gift. I value you very much.â
âGreavys (Malone) lives a lavish lifestyle with the stolen money, having bought more than 10 cars and going out to clubs in Los Angeles and Miami with friends, spending $89390418960250 to $89390418960500 per night and handing out Birkin bags to girls,â The US Justice Department reported the arrest of two of them.
Solanaâs new phone promises more for less and is already attracting high demand . . . . The Solana Seeker, Solana Mobileâs next smartphone, will be released in 2025, succeeding the Solana Saga, which saw a surge in demand in late 2023, driven by the value of token airdrops. The Seeker has already accumulated 140,000 pre-orders and will retail for US$$ 450, a significantly lower price than the Saga. Despite the more affordable price, the Seeker will bring important improvements, such as a brighter screen, longer battery life and better cameras, including a new rear sensor. The phone will be smaller and lighter, designed to be used as a secondary device.
The Seeker will be aimed at cryptocurrency enthusiasts and users, rather than the general public. Solana Mobile has decided to adjust its strategy and messaging based on feedback from Saga, leveraging emerging use cases such as mining tokens for decentralized networks (DePINs). Crypto integration will once again be a highlight, with the Seed Vault, a secure custody solution, being prominently integrated into the phoneâs design.
In addition, Solana Mobile, in collaboration with Solflare, has developed a new software wallet, promising a superior user experience over the wallets available on Saga. The launch of Seeker has also attracted significant interest from developers, who see a growing market for mobile decentralized applications (dapps) given the high number of pre-orders.
Like Saga, Seeker will come with a Genesis NFT, permanently tied to the ownerâs wallet. These NFTs are seen as ârewards magnets,â with community projects offering tokens and exclusive experiences to owners, creating a strong incentive for user engagement.
Hackers hack Neymar's Twitter to promote Solana memecoin . . . . HACKED is a new memecoin running on Solana, the crypto network behind the fifth-largest digital currency, SOL. Some of the accounts on X have already deleted their posts.
Hackers targeted several well-known X (formerly Twitter) users on Wednesday (18), apparently hijacking the accounts of brands and celebrities to publish posts promoting a dubious memecoin. However, the Solana token failed to gain much traction.
Brazilian footballer Neymar Jr, the Indian division of computer brand Lenovo, film director Oliver Stone and Yahoo News UK were just some of the prominent users who appeared to have been hacked to promote the scam, advertising a token with the symbol HACKED.
The coin appears to have generated just $$ 278K in trading volume, with a market cap of just $$ 5,700 at the time of writing, after the price dropped 96% in an hour. âStrong contender for most incompetent hacker of the yearâđ€Łđ€Łđ€Ł
HOW TO PLAY MOONBIX ON TELEGRAM . . . . . Moonbix requires the player to control a cable attached to a spaceship to collect gift boxes and yellow circles â which are reminiscent of the brokerage's theme â but which suggest they could be asteroids or gold, if the inspiration is in Gold Miner.
These items vary in size, which defines their value in the game. As they are collected, the player advances in the ranking. In the first phase I tested the game, the time given by the game to complete the collection was 45 seconds.
Between the yellow asteroids and the gift boxes, there are several gray asteroids that, according to the game's logic, should not be collected. They are strategically positioned to hinder and increase the level of challenge.
When the player collects a large gray asteroid, the reward obtained at that moment is reduced by half. When collecting a smaller gray asteroid, the impact is similar, but on a smaller scale, resulting in a proportional reduction in the reward.
In addition to the main gameplay, users can also perform other tasks to earn more points.
Moonbix offers the following sections: âHighscoresâ; âRankingâ; âTasksâ; âFriendsâ; and a section that invites players to open an account with the broker or link their account to the game.
As of Wednesday afternoon (18), it was not known whether the game plans to carry out an airdrop that would allow players to exchange their points for real-value cryptocurrencies.
Game Link đđŸđđŸđđŸđđŸ https://t.me/Binance_Moonbix_bot/start?startApp=ref_1679513957&startapp=ref_1679513957&utm_medium=web_share_copy
Binance executive returns to court on crutches, begging guards for help.
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Tigran Gambaryan, the Binance executive arrested in Nigeria, has protested his treatment by Nigerian authorities.
In the video, Gambaryan is seen screaming in pain and begging a Nigerian guard for help as he struggles to walk on a single crutch.
â[The guard] was told not to help me,â Gambaryan told the cameras filming him, adding, âThis is f*cking f*cking! Why canât I use a wheelchair?â
Gambaryan has been detained in Nigeria since February 2024
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