A group of teens started out doing what a lot of kids do online: playing video games. But instead of just grinding levels, they got deep into the “cheat” side of gaming — learning how to exploit systems, bypass rules, and manipulate code to gain advantages. Over time, that curiosity reportedly evolved into something much bigger. According to the story, the same mindset they used to hack games became a gateway into learning how to hack crypto. Once they understood how digital

NEW YORK — Crypto markets headed into Christmas week with a familiar mix of big-money headlines and thin-liquidity price action, as investors weighed Wall Street’s next steps, year-end positioning in spot ETFs, and fresh warnings about cybercrime. One of the most closely watched developments came from traditional finance. Bloomberg reported that JPMorgan is exploring cryptocurrency trading for institutional clients, a notable signal that large banks are still looking for ways

After a prolonged downturn, many market analysts believe the cryptocurrency bear market could be approaching its later stages, with attention increasingly turning toward 2026 as a potential period of recovery. While no outcome is guaranteed, historical data, market structure, and macroeconomic trends suggest conditions may improve over the next 12 to 18 months. Cryptocurrency markets have historically moved in cycles, often tied to liquidity conditions, investor sentiment, an

Large holders of XRP, often referred to as “whales,” have increased their activity, drawing renewed attention to the cryptocurrency’s price outlook. On-chain data shows a rise in large XRP transfers, including movements between high-balance wallets and transactions involving exchanges. While whale activity often sparks speculation in the crypto market, it does not always lead to an immediate price reaction. Recent blockchain data suggests that many of these transfers represen

The Internal Revenue Service is preparing to roll out major cryptocurrency reporting changes in 2026 that will directly impact Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, and other digital asset traders across the United States. These updates mark one of the most significant shifts in crypto tax oversight to date and signal tighter enforcement and greater transparency. Cost Basis Reporting Becomes Mandatory Beginning January 1, 2026, cryptocurrency brokers will be required to report not only the