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Finance

Bitfinex to Enhance Clients' Assets Security Using Zodia Custody's Interchange Product

Zodia's Interchange allows clients to keep their assets on its platform, while their holdings are mirrored and available on an exchange for trading.

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What's Next for 'Razzlekhan' and Her Husband After Bitfinex Guilty Plea?

Ilya Lichtenstein, husband of Heather "Razzlekhan" Morgan, admitted that he was the hacker behind the multi-million-dollar exploit of crypto exchange Bitfinex in 2016, according to a report from CNBC. CoinDesk's global policy and regulation managing editor Nikhilesh De breaks down their respective plea details and what's next for the infamous couple.

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Opinion

Did Razzlekhan’s Husband Really Hack Bitfinex?

“Ilya is a f***ing idiot,” says former U.S. “Most Wanted” hacker Brett Johnson, who questions yesterday’s bombshell confession.

"Crocodile of Wall Street" (Bryan Brinkman/CoinDesk)

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Husband of 'Razzlekhan' Admits to Being Bitfinex Hacker: CNBC

New York resident Ilya Lichtenstein, who is the husband of Heather "Razzlekhan" Morgan, revealed himself as the hacker who executed an multi-million-dollar exploit of crypto exchange Bitfinex in 2016 while pleading guilty to money laundering conspiracy charges during his court appearance. "The Hash" panel shares their reactions to the latest developments.

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New York Man Reportedly Admits to Bitfinex Hack; Coinbase’s Layer 2 ‘Base’ Gets a Launch Date

“CoinDesk Daily” host Zack Seward dives into today’s hottest stories in crypto, including Ilya Lichtenstein reportedly revealing himself as the hacker who executed a multi-million-dollar exploit of crypto exchange Bitfinex in 2016. Plus, Semafor reports Binance may face fraud charges from the Department of Justice. And, Coinbase announces a date for the public launch of its layer 2 blockchain.

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Finance

Razzlekhan’s Husband Admits to Being Hacker in Infamous 2016 Bitfinex Attack: CNBC

Ilya Lichtenstein was arrested alongside his wife Heather Morgan last year on money-laundering charges tied to the proceeds from the exploit.

Ilya Lichtenstein, who pleaded guilty with wife Heather Morgan in the plundering of Bitfinex, is now testifying against the mixer he used. (Alexandria Sheriff's Office)

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The 'Crocodile of Wall Street' Reaches a Plea Deal; Sam Bankman-Fried Faces New Accusations

“CoinDesk Daily” host Jennifer Sanasie dives into today’s hottest headlines in crypto, as a couple accused of laundering funds drained from crypto exchange Bitfinex in the 2016 hack have agreed to enter a plea deal. Former FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried is accused of leaking the private diary of ex-Alameda Research CEO Caroline Ellison to the New York Times. And, a closer look at why the Golden Arches are coming to a metaverse near you.

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Heather 'Razzlekhan' Morgan, Husband Make Plea Deal in Bitfinex Hack Laundering Case

Heather “Razzlekhan” Morgan and husband Ilya Lichtenstein, the couple accused of laundering funds drained from crypto exchange Bitfinex in the 2016 hack, have agreed to enter a plea deal with U.S. authorities, according to a CoinDesk source. "The Hash" panel breaks down the latest developments in the case.

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Policy

'Razzlekhan,' Husband Agree to Plea Deal in Bitfinex Hack Laundering Case Worth Billions

The pair were ordered to forfeit the proceeds from nearly 120,000 bitcoins they allegedly laundered from the hacked crypto exchange.

Heather "Razzlekhan" Morgan, from her video "Rap Anthem for Misfits & Weirdos: Versace Bedouin Music Video (2019)" (Razzlekhan on YouTube)

Finance

Bitfinex Launches Peer-to-Peer Trading Platform in Argentina, Colombia and Venezuela

Users will be able to buy and sell bitcoin, ether, USDT, EURT and XAUT.

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