Bitcoin price surge prediction, Lightning Network warning, Inferno Drainer shuts down

There’s a lot to catch up on from this weekend, but Cointelegraph has you covered! We discuss Changpeng “CZ” Zhao’s continuing legal saga, Bitcoin price positivity, an elaborate scam involving a banana, and more. There’s never a dull moment in crypto, and if you want to ensure you are abreast of the latest news and stories, make sure to follow us.

Further reading:

• BitMEX co-founder predicts a Bitcoin price surge as U.S. dollar liquidity rises
• CZ’s lawyers contest U.S. prosecutors over not being considered safe to fly
• Scam software Inferno Drainer shuts down after stealing more than $70M
• Ex-developer of Bitcoin Lightning Network issues warnings
• BAYC member nearly loses his Bored Ape to fake journalists.

References:

Crumz' Twitter/X Thread

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