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GTA 6 Leaker Keeps Posting Gameplay Clips While Take-Two Subpoenas Microsoft and Discord
Despite Take-Two Interactive issuing subpoenas to Microsoft and Discord, the leaker known as 'CyberLeek' has continued to release gameplay clips of Grand Theft Auto 6. These leaks are being used to promote a memecoin, suggesting a cryptocurrency scheme. Rockstar Games is reportedly frustrated and unsure how the leaks are occurring, but plans to proceed with the upcoming Netflix reveal.
Crypto trade groups pile on: two more lawsuits target Illinois’ 0.2% digital asset levy
Two major crypto trade groups, the Crypto Council for Innovation and the Blockchain Association, have filed lawsuits against Illinois over its new 0.2% tax on digital asset transactions. They argue the tax is unconstitutional and discriminatory, as it applies to transactions even when they result in a loss and lacks equivalent taxation for traditional assets. This follows a similar suit filed by the Digital Chamber, indicating significant industry opposition to the levy.
Bitcoin’s 23% Week Is Institutional Money, Not Retail, Says Pantera’s Cosmo Jiang
Bitcoin has seen a significant weekly gain of over 23%, pushing its price to $77,412. Pantera Capital portfolio manager Cosmo Jiang attributes this surge not to retail investors, but to institutional "smart money" entering the market. Key catalysts include President Donald Trump's support for the Clarity Act and the U.S. Treasury's bond buyback plans, which have driven non-yielding assets higher.
Is this the end of the GTA 6 leaks? Take-Two's legal crusade appears to shut down the hubs behind them
Take-Two Interactive's legal actions appear to have shut down CyberLeek, a primary hub for Grand Theft Auto 6 leaks, and its associated Telegram channel. The company has issued subpoenas to Microsoft and Discord seeking information to identify those responsible for the leaks. Despite these efforts, it remains uncertain if this marks the definitive end of the leaks or merely a temporary pause.
World of Dypians’ WOD Token Goes Live on Binance.US
The WOD token, powering the MMORPG World of Dypians, has officially launched on Binance.US, allowing for WOD/USDT trading and transfers via BSC. This marks a significant step for the token, providing it with a US-regulated platform after a year of availability on offshore exchanges. To celebrate the listing, Binance.US partnered with Dypius for a promotion offering WOD to new users who signed up and deposited funds before August 7.
QUDO pins mainnet exit to Aug. 24, with $QUDO token going live alongside it
The QUDO platform is set to launch its mainnet on August 24, coinciding with the release of its native QUDO token. This launch follows an extensive testnet period that attracted over 60,000 gamers. Token allocations for early participants will be distributed one month after the mainnet goes live, with TaskOn points converting two months post-launch.
Follow the Money: The GTA 6 Leaks Look a Lot Like a Meme Coin Scheme
The recent leaks of Grand Theft Auto 6 footage are suspected to be part of a scheme to promote a meme coin called $CYBERLEEK. The leaker allegedly launched the coin and is profiting from trading fees generated by the attention from the leaks, rather than acting as a whistleblower against Rockstar's policies. The investigation into how the game build was obtained remains a significant concern for Rockstar and Take-Two Interactive.
Grand Theft Auto 6 Leaks Are Fueling A Crypto Pump-And-Dump Scheme
Recent gameplay leaks of Grand Theft Auto 6 are being used to fuel a cryptocurrency pump-and-dump scheme involving a meme coin called CYBERLEEK. The coin's price has seen dramatic increases and decreases, leading to significant profits for some early investors and substantial losses for others. This scheme highlights a different motive behind the leaks, contrasting with consumer-friendly intentions.
Cyberleek's still at it: Another GTA 6 leak shows 2 full minutes of high speed driving, surprisingly few crashes
Another Grand Theft Auto 6 gameplay leak has surfaced, featuring approximately two minutes of high-speed driving in Vice City. The footage, attributed to the leaker 'Cyberleek,' showcases driving mechanics, visual ID systems tied to wanted levels, and impressive lighting technology. Cyberleek continues to promote cryptocurrency alongside the leaks, while Take-Two Interactive has reportedly seen a market cap decrease this week.
Grand Theft Auto Fan Uses Digital Forensics Expertise to Expose GTA 6 Leaker's Crypto Scheme
A Grand Theft Auto fan has used digital forensics expertise to investigate the recent Grand Theft Auto 6 leaks, uncovering a suspected cryptocurrency scheme behind them. The fan's findings suggest a financial motive for the leak.
GTA 6 Leaker CyberLeek May Have Already Made $50,000 From Its Meme Coin
A group known as CyberLeek, allegedly linked to recent Grand Theft Auto 6 leaks, is promoting a meme coin and may have profited up to $50,000. The group claims to advocate for consumer rights while capitalizing on the hype surrounding the game's leaks.
Optimism’s $49M Airdrop Reversal Hinged on One Foundation-Funded Delegate’s 8.5M OP
A single delegate's vote reversed a decision on Optimism's airdrop, shifting approximately $49.7 million in OP tokens from users to a fund controlled by the Optimism Foundation. This delegate, Test in Prod, is funded by the Optimism Collective, raising concerns about governance and transparency. The change reclassifies a significant portion of OP tokens for ecosystem growth and adoption, with the Foundation arguing it's necessary for institutional partnerships.
Who is Cyberleek? What we know about the GTA 6 leaker
An individual or group known as "Cyberleek" has leaked multiple gameplay clips of Grand Theft Auto 6, featuring its male protagonist Jason and various in-game activities. The leaker has also published a manifesto outlining common consumer rights complaints against publishers and is promoting a cryptocurrency token, $Cyberleek, with the funds allegedly for a "secret project." Evidence suggests the leaker may be German or Swiss, with potential ties to cybersecurity forums dating back to 2018.
Bitcoin Tags $70,000 for the First Time Since June 2 — The Three Forces Behind the Break
Bitcoin briefly surpassed $70,000 for the first time since June 2, driven by political developments and a Treasury Department bond buyback operation. President Donald Trump's support for the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act and a scheduled procedural vote in September are seen as positive catalysts, while increased liquidity from Treasury operations also contributed. However, concerns about potential interest rate hikes from the Federal Reserve and ongoing disagreements over crypto legislation could impact future price movements.
Meta Racing Puts Tactics Ahead of Chance, Paying Out in USDT
Meta Racing is a crypto racing game that emphasizes strategic decision-making over chance, with players earning in-game currency, IGT, pegged at $0.10. Competitors assemble car configurations, draft ability cards, and scout tracks to optimize their builds for turn-based races where skillful deployment of abilities leads to higher payouts. The game offers a low barrier to entry with starter bundles and encourages strategic spending on pilots and car upgrades for sustained earnings.
Ripple Prime Upsizes Senior Notes to $275 Million, Lands BBB Investment-Grade Stamp
Ripple has successfully upsized its private placement of senior unsecured notes to $275 million through its non-bank prime brokerage arm, Ripple Prime. The notes have secured a BBB investment-grade rating from KBRA, marking a significant achievement for a crypto-adjacent firm. Proceeds will be used for working capital and to scale Ripple Prime's U.S. clearing, prime brokerage, and financing services.
Stop Killing Games distances itself from GTA 6 leak manifesto: 'Using illegal means to make a point is unacceptable…
The Stop Killing Games campaign has publicly distanced itself from the individual responsible for the recent Grand Theft Auto 6 leaks. While acknowledging the leaks appear genuine, Stop Killing Games condemned the leaker's use of illegal means, promotion of cryptocurrency, and potential harm to developers. They urged followers not to engage with such actions, emphasizing that illegal methods do not protect the right to play purchased games and risk tarnishing the reputation of game preservation communities.
Six bugs in a row: how MAYAChain lost 20 BTC and $10.9 million in pool value
MAYAChain experienced a significant loss of 20.83 bitcoin, valued at approximately $1.34 million, due to a series of six software bugs. These bugs created a phantom balance in a liquidity pool, leading to an attacker withdrawing assets and causing the total value of MAYAChain's liquidity pools to fall by $10.9 million. The protocol has halted trading to address the issue and is considering options for recovery, including a bug bounty appeal and potential investments.
Stop Killing Games urges people not to support GTA 6 leakers, who declared "gamers' rights" their motive for action
Consumer rights group Stop Killing Games has publicly condemned the individuals responsible for leaking Grand Theft Auto 6 gameplay footage, urging the public not to support them. The group, known for campaigning against the termination of online games, stated that using illegal means to make a point is unacceptable and harms developers. The leakers reportedly claimed 'gamers' rights' as their motive and attempted to promote a memecoin with the leaked content.
Apparent GTA 6 leak smells of crypto scam, links to a manifesto demanding digital rights: "This is not a cash…
An apparent Grand Theft Auto 6 gameplay and map leak is being used by a group called Cyberleek to promote a cryptocurrency coin, despite claims it is not a cash grab. The group also published a manifesto demanding an end to digital pre-orders, baked-in DLC, and advocating for offline single-player content. Take-Two Interactive has begun issuing DMCA takedowns in response to the leak.
