Ledger Co-Founder Released

Ledger Co-Founder David Balland Released After Kidnapping Incident in France

Food Flow
January 23, 2025

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Consensys Steps Up Amid Ethereum Foundation Tensions
Ledger Co-Founder David Balland Released After Kidnapping Incident in France
Trump Signs Executive Order Banning CBDC and Promoting Crypto Innovation
Bitcoin's Diamond Pattern Signals Potential Correction to $96K Amid Market Sensitivities

Consensys Steps Up Amid Ethereum Foundation Tensions

Ethereum co-founder Joe Lubin announced that Consensys is ready to take a more active role in the blockchain's ecosystem as the Ethereum Foundation faces criticism over its governance and direction. Amid calls to replace executive director Aya Miyaguchi with researcher Danny Ryan, Lubin emphasized the need for a shift in leadership and strategy to address the scaling roadmap and market challenges. Vitalik Buterin, who remains in charge of the Foundation, hinted at upcoming structural changes to adapt to the evolving crypto landscape. Lubin expressed support for Ryan’s potential leadership, highlighting the importance of aligning technical innovation with business development. A recent community poll overwhelmingly supports Ryan, signaling strong demand for reform within the Ethereum ecosystem.

Ledger Co-Founder David Balland Released After Kidnapping Incident in France

Ledger co-founder David Balland was safely released following a police operation after being kidnapped from his home in France on Jan. 21. The abductors reportedly demanded a cryptocurrency ransom, sparking concerns within the crypto community. Balland’s release highlights growing risks in the crypto sector, with ransomware gangs extorting over $1.1 billion in cryptocurrency payments in 2023, according to Chainalysis. Founded in 2014, Ledger is a leading cryptocurrency hardware wallet manufacturer valued at €1.3 billion, known for securing digital assets offline. Balland, a former site director for Ledger, is now receiving medical care, while the company has yet to respond to the incident.

Trump Signs Executive Order Banning CBDC and Promoting Crypto Innovation

President Donald Trump signed an executive order establishing a federal crypto working group to position the U.S. as a global leader in cryptocurrency while banning the creation and use of a U.S. central bank digital currency (CBDC). Led by AI and crypto advisor David Sacks, the group will explore regulations for stablecoins and propose a national digital asset stockpile. The order also revokes a 2022 directive from former President Joe Biden on crypto regulation. This move aligns with Trump’s campaign promises to block CBDC development and foster a pro-crypto environment in the U.S.

Bitcoin's Diamond Pattern Signals Potential Correction to $96K Amid Market Sensitivities

Bitcoin's price action shows strength amid optimism surrounding President Trump's anticipated crypto executive order, but analysts warn of a potential drop below $101,000, triggering $1.3 billion in long liquidations. A "diamond pattern" on the charts suggests a possible correction to $96,000, signaling a reversal or consolidation phase. While key support at $101,000 remains critical, market volatility could spike if breached. Tightening U.S. monetary policies and cautious sentiment contribute to short-term bearish pressure, though institutional buying may provide stability. Analysts suggest watching for price movements to confirm the next trend.

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Ledger Co-Founder Released

Ledger Co-Founder David Balland Released After Kidnapping Incident in France

We are building FoodFlow so that all people know where the food they eat comes from, using blockchain

Consensys Steps Up Amid Ethereum Foundation Tensions

Ledger Co-Founder David Balland Released After Kidnapping Incident in France

Trump Signs Executive Order Banning CBDC and Promoting Crypto Innovation

Bitcoin's Diamond Pattern Signals Potential Correction to $96K Amid Market Sensitivities

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