Author: Kelvin Munene
Kelvin Munene is a crypto and finance journalist with over 6 years of experience in market analysis and expert commentary. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Journalism and Actuarial Science from Mount Kenya University and is known for meticulous research in cryptocurrency, blockchain, and financial markets. His work has been featured in top publications including Coingape, Cryptobasic, MetaNews, Coinedition, and Coincentral. Kelvin specializes in uncovering emerging crypto trends and delivering data-driven analyses to help readers make informed decisions. Outside of work, he enjoys chess, traveling, and exploring new adventures.
Fake macOS help posts are spreading crypto wallet stealers through malicious Terminal commands. Microsoft said the ClickFix campaign targets iCloud data, saved passwords, private files, and wallets such as Exodus, Ledger, and Trezor Fake macOS troubleshooting posts are being used to install crypto wallet stealers on Apple computers. Microsoft Defender Security Research Team said attackers are publishing guides on Medium, Craft, and Squarespace that tell users to run Terminal commands for common Mac issues. The commands instead download malware that targets iCloud data, saved passwords, browser data, and crypto wallet keys. Fake Mac Guides Use ClickFix Tricks Attackers present the…
From Bitcoin to Bonds: How Real-World Asset Tokenization Is Reshaping Finance Bitcoin may have introduced the world to blockchain, but the more consequential shift in 2026 is happening quietly in boardrooms and balance sheets. Tokenization is shifting from niche pilots to core capital-markets infrastructure, with some of the world’s most recognized financial institutions now deeply involved. Companies like BlackRock, Franklin Templeton, and Fidelity Investments have launched real products on the blockchain, including Treasury funds and private credit strategies. The premise is straightforward. A tokenized asset is a digital representation of a financial instrument that trades on a blockchain rather than…
India saw over ₹3 crore in crypto scam losses in early May 2026, involving fake trading apps, WhatsApp groups, wallet drainers, and blackmail. Police reported cases across several states, while the ED and MHA expanded action against crypto-linked financial crimes. Crypto fraud cases in India rose sharply in the first week of May 2026, with reported losses crossing ₹3 crore across several states. Police reports showed fake trading apps, WhatsApp investment groups, wallet drainer scams, and blackmail-linked fraud cases. The cases also came as the Enforcement Directorate increased its focus on crypto-linked financial crimes. Besides, the Ministry of Home Affairs…
ZachXBT reported that DSJEX and BG Wealth ran a crypto Ponzi scheme that collected over $150 million from investors before collapsing. The scheme used fake trading signals, daily return promises, and referral rewards to attract users. After tracing more than $93 million in outflows, ZachXBT helped Tether, Binance, OKX, and U.S. law enforcement freeze over $41.5 million linked to the case On-chain investigator ZachXBT revealed new details about the collapse of the DSJ Exchange (DSJEX) and BG Wealth Sharing crypto scheme, which allegedly collected more than $150 million from investors before shutting down operations last week. Authorities and crypto firms…
In April 2026, crypto hacks reached a record monthly high, with 29 incidents and $651 million in losses. Drift Protocol and Kelp DAO accounted for most of the losses, raising fresh concerns over DeFi security, North Korean cyber activity, social engineering attacks, and institutional trust in blockchain infrastructure April 2026 became the worst month on record for cryptocurrency hacks by incident count, with DeFiLlama tracking 29 attacks across crypto projects. Security firm CertiK reported $651 million in losses, making April the largest monthly total since March 2022, excluding the February 2025 Bybit hack. The wave of attacks turned attention back…
Stablecoins and Open Source: The Quiet Engine Driving India’s Crypto Developer Boom There is a popular assumption that regulatory uncertainty slows down innovation. In India’s crypto space, that assumption does not hold. While policymakers debate frameworks and tax structures, Indian developers are quietly building some of the most technically ambitious blockchain projects in the world. Why Regulatory Fog Doesn’t Stop Code From Shipping The conversation around crypto in India has been dominated by trading volumes, tax burdens and compliance anxieties. The 30% flat tax on virtual digital assets and the 1% TDS introduced in 2022 hammered domestic exchange volumes. But…
The Ludhiana crypto fraud case involves Rs 19.84 crore siphoned from a businessman through a suspected “pig butchering” scam. Funds moved via 76 forged bank accounts and nearly 200 mule accounts, using wallets, prepaid instruments, and possibly gaming platforms. Police continue tracing the complex digital money trail. The Ludhiana crypto fraud case, worth Rs 19.84 crore, has gained attention after investigators discovered a complex network of bank accounts and digital systems. The case involves a suspected “pig butchering” scam that targeted a Ludhiana-based industrialist for several months. According to police reports, the funds were transferred through multiple layers of accounts,…
India is reviewing a system for digital inheritance that would allow users to assign a legal heir for online accounts and digital assets. The proposal covers social media, email, cloud storage, and cryptocurrencies, aiming to provide structured access after death while balancing privacy and legal requirements. India is reviewing new ways to manage online accounts and digital property after a person’s death. The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology is studying a system that may allow users to assign a digital legal heir. This step comes as more people store money, memories, and business activity on online platforms. Indian Government…
A Ludhiana industrialist allegedly lost ₹19.8 crore in a crypto “pig butchering” scam. Police said fraudsters built trust through a fake online identity, then pushed fake crypto investments. Funds were routed through 76 bank accounts, and a cybercrime investigation is underway A cyber fraud case involving a Ludhiana-based industrialist has come under investigation after police linked it to a “pig butchering” scam. Authorities said the victim lost around ₹19.8 crore in a structured cryptocurrency fraud built through long online interaction and staged investment promises. The case has drawn attention due to the use of fake identities, digital manipulation and multiple…
New Hampshire lawmakers advanced a stricter crypto ATM fraud bill after rejecting a softer amendment. The measure sets daily limits, adds warning requirements, and aims to reduce scams targeting residents, especially older users, as it moves toward final approval. New Hampshire lawmakers moved forward with a bill aimed at reducing fraud involving cryptocurrency ATMs after rejecting an amendment that would have softened the rules. The decision came after reports of growing scam cases where victims lost large amounts of money through kiosk transactions. House approves stricter Senate version of SB 482 The New Hampshire House passed the Senate-backed version of…
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