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TREE NEWS reports: US authorities have charged an Iranian hacking crew in a sprawling theft case, including a $6 million Bitcoin ransom, and are offering a $10 million reward for information. The charges highlight ongoing efforts to combat cybercrime involving cryptocurrency.

TREE NEWS reports: Binance has launched Agent OS, enabling AI agents to access market data, execute trades, and make payments on its platform. Users retain control by setting permissions and managing account access for these AI agents.

TREE NEWS update: Bitcoin’s sharpest rally in five months has flipped short-term prediction market odds from bearish to a coin flip, but longer-term bets still price in a crash. Despite the price surge, traders remain skeptical about sustained gains.

TREE NEWS reports: CFTC Chair says staff is already working on a crypto market structure framework and could propose rules quickly if Congress doesn’t pass the Clarity Act. This signals regulatory readiness in the crypto space.

TREE NEWS update: BitcoinTreasuries.NET reported that Strive’s SATA has raised sufficient funds today to purchase 200 bitcoins, marking its first day back to par value. The digital credit engine is operating at full capacity.

TREE NEWS update: Hyperliquid’s open interest has reached $12.5 billion, marking the highest level since October 10. This surge indicates increased trading activity and market engagement on the platform.

TREE NEWS update: Hyperliquid’s open interest has reached a new high of $12.5 billion since October 10, according to HyperliquidNews on X. This milestone highlights growing activity in the derivatives market.

TREE NEWS reports: XRP posted its strongest weekly gains since the 2024 election pump, driven by a Bitcoin short squeeze that triggered record liquidations. However, ETF flows and futures data suggest the rally may be running on borrowed momentum, raising sustainability concerns.

TREE NEWS reports: The US national debt surpassing $40 trillion has reignited discussions among analysts about Bitcoin’s potential as a hedge, though near-term factors like Treasury yields and dollar strength remain key. The milestone could bolster Bitcoin’s long-term case despite ongoing liquidity concerns.

TREE NEWS reports: A whale moved 42,500 HYPE tokens accumulated 10 months ago to GSR Markets, and another 42,500 HYPE to Cumberland and OKX for potential sale. The transfers suggest possible distribution or selling activity, monitored by Onchain Lens.

TREE NEWS update: A whale has accumulated and withdrawn 6,920 ZEC (worth approximately $3.93 million) from Coinbase Prime, according to Onchain Lens monitoring. This large transaction highlights significant interest in privacy-focused cryptocurrency Zcash.

TREE NEWS reports: A wallet associated with a16z has unstaked 89,470 HYPE tokens and transferred them to market maker Wintermute, according to on-chain data. This move could signal potential selling pressure or liquidity provision for the HYPE token.

TREE NEWS update: Investors have been buying shares in American Bitcoin ETFs this week, adding over $1 billion in inflows. This surge reflects a bullish sentiment shift in the crypto market.

TREE NEWS reports: A wallet associated with a16z has unstaked and transferred 89,470 HYPE tokens, worth approximately $6.6 million, to Wintermute, likely for sale. The move was detected by Onchain Lens.

TREE NEWS update: Seventeen alleged members of Iran-based Mabna Institute were charged over hacks targeting hundreds of universities, companies, and government agencies. The group is linked to a $6 million Bitcoin extortion scheme, highlighting the intersection of cybercrime and cryptocurrency.

TREE NEWS reports: Google’s Gemma model has achieved a significant milestone with over 1 billion downloads. This highlights the growing adoption of open-source AI models and the expanding ecosystem around them.

TREE NEWS update: AftermathFi has launched its Perpetuals V2 on the Sui network, opening 15 markets for trading. This upgrade aims to enhance the DeFi experience on Sui with improved features and expanded trading options.

TREE NEWS update: Sui announced that AftermathFi’s Perpetual V2 is live, featuring a revamped perpetual engine and two public audit reports. Currently, 15 markets are open for trading.

TREE NEWS update: Machi, a prominent crypto investor, has increased his long position in Ethereum, bringing his total unrealized profit to $4.3 million. This move reflects growing bullish sentiment among large holders despite market volatility.