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Much has been said about the Bitcoin (BTC) seized from the Silk Road illicit marketplace and owned by the U.S. government at the very start of 2025.  Indeed, a BTC price downturn converged with the revelation that the Department of Justice  (DoJ) retains the right to sell the coin to spark investor fears that the authorities either caused or are about to cause a significant cryptocurrency plunge. Soon after, data indicating the selling might have begun gained attention, though a lack of confirmation across multiple sources raised the possibility the blip was little more than a bug, and, indeed, an examination of Federal Bitcoin holdings appears to back the notion there has been little selling to date. Picks for you Will XRP hit $3 this week? 55 mins ago ...

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) appear to be investigating popular Twitter spaces host and entrepreneur Mario Nawfal, following complaints of embezzlement and other wrongdoings filed by those who worked for him. Former US Air Force analyst Chet Long acted as an advisor for Nawfal. He alleges Nawfal embezzled funds from a company he once led as CEO, in a complaint filed with the US consulate in Calgary, the FBI , and the SEC back in December. He also alleges the 29-year-old entrepreneur “openly discussed tax evasion” with him. Long says that Nawfal, who apparently owes him $27,000, is officially under the FBI’s radar. Agents called Long and told him to keep a cell phone as evidence . Nawfal says he doesn’t owe Long anything. He claims he maintained an “amicable” relationship with Long despite the analyst’s claims that Nawfal caused his family emotional distress. Nawfal gained online attention as ...