Hyperliquid Labs addresses reports of North Korean-linked activity on its protocol

Key Takeaways Hyperliquid Labs denies any exploit or vulnerability linked to DPRK wallet activity, ensuring user funds are secure. HYPE token dropped over 25% from $34 to $25 but rebounded to $27 after Hyperliquid Labs addressed concerns. Share this article Hyperliquid, a leading on-chain perpetual futures exchange, faced scrutiny after allegations emerged of North Korean-linked wallet activity on its platform. Security expert Taylor Monahan of MetaMask reported that wallets connected to North Korean hackers had traded ETH on Hyperliquid, resulting in over $700,000 in liquidations. “DPRK doesn’t trade. DPRK tests,”…

Bitcoin proxy MicroStrategy officially debuts on Nasdaq-100

Key Takeaways MicroStrategy has joined the Nasdaq-100 index as part of its annual reconstitution. The inclusion allows index-tracking funds like the Invesco QQQ Trust to gain exposure to MicroStrategy and its Bitcoin holdings. Share this article MicroStrategy (MSTR), along with Palantir Technologies (PLTR) and Axon Enterprise (AXON), is officially part of the Nasdaq-100 index ahead of market opening on December 23, according to data from Nasdaq. The three companies will replace Illumina Inc. (ILMN), Super Micro Computer Inc. (SMCI), and Moderna Inc. (MRNA). As of the latest data, MSTR entered…

MicroStrategy scoops another 5,262 BTC before joining Nasdaq-100

Key Takeaways MicroStrategy acquired 5,262 Bitcoin worth $561 million before joining the Nasdaq-100 index. The company’s total Bitcoin holdings represent over 2% of Bitcoin’s total supply. Share this article MicroStrategy announced on Monday that it acquired 5,262 Bitcoin valued at $561 million between December 16 and 22, marking its seventh consecutive week of Bitcoin purchases ahead of its upcoming inclusion in the Nasdaq-100 index. The acquisition was executed at an average price of approximately $106,662 per coin. MicroStrategy has acquired 5,262 BTC for ~$561 million at ~$106,662 per bitcoin and…