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Telegram founder Pavel Durov was arrested in France, facing charges that could lead to 20 years in prison. Vitalik Buterin's Concerns: Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin voiced worries about the implications of Durov's arrest for software freedom and communication in Europe.

Elon Musk Supports #FreePavel: Following the arrest of Telegram founder Pavel Durov, Elon Musk expressed his support on social media, emphasizing the importance of free speech and digital rights. Durov was detained due to allegations related to anti-government protests, which he denies.

Cryptocurrency is rapidly gaining traction in Africa, particularly among the youth, with countries like Nigeria, South Africa, and Kenya leading the way. Founder of the Satoshi Centre in Botswana promotes cryptocurrency education and empowers young entrepreneurs through blockchain initiatives.

A 29-year-old Russian national was arrested in Argentina for a $15 million money-laundering operation linked to North Korea's Lazarus Group. Authorities seized over $120,000 in cryptocurrency and $15 million in real estate assets tied to the suspect's operations.

Kraken's Chief Legal Officer, Marco Santori, claims significant legal victories against the US SEC, despite ongoing allegations of unregistered securities transactions. Kraken faced regulatory setback in Australia where its operator Bit Trade was found to have violated local laws.

Wazirx co-founder Nischal Shetty reassured users that remaining assets are secure, countering misinformation about their loss post-cyberattack. He promised to share the Proof of Reserves (PoR) once a new custody provider is secured, emphasizing a careful approach to the process.

A Bitcoin wallet inactive for 13.6 years recently moved 64 BTC (worth $4.1 million), raising curiosity among crypto enthusiasts. The wallet is from the "Satoshi era" (2009-2011), representing early adopters who mined or bought Bitcoin when its value was nearly zero.