Bitcoin ATMs enable cryptocurrency scams, federal prosecutor alleges
Diane Reynolds, a Maryland retiree who lost more than $13,000 in a bitcoin scam, wants to help others avoid getting ripped off.
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New warning of crypto ATM scam
The top city prosecutor in Washington, D.C., claims an ATM provider is enabling a crypto scam where victims think they're protecting their money by buying bitcoin. CBS News' Ash-har Quraishi spoke to a woman who says she was a victim of the scam.
Wyoming launches state-issued stablecoin
Wyoming has become the first state to issue its own stablecoin. Brady Dale, crypto reporter for Axios, joined CBS News to discuss.
The crypto craze sweeping Washington and Wall Street
While many Americans are still baffled by cryptocurrency, enthusiasm for these digital assets is growing - despite the potential risks of integrating digital currencies with the mainstream economy - in part due to support coming from the White House.
The crypto craze sweeping Washington and Wall Street
While many Americans are still baffled by cryptocurrency, enthusiasm for these digital assets is rising in Washington and on Wall Street. Correspondent Jo Ling Kent explains all things crypto, including the potential risks of integrating digital currencies with the mainstream economy. She'll also introduce us to the bitcoin entrepreneur who may have helped convince a once-skeptical Donald Trump to make the United States the "crypto capital of the world."
Trump opens the door for crypto and private equity in your 401(k) plan
Under a new executive order signed by President Trump, workers could add higher-risk assets like cryptocurrencies to their 401(k)s.
Here Comes The Sun: "First Ladies" and crypto
Their names ring out with historical and cultural significance: Eleanor Roosevelt, Betty Ford and Michelle Obama. Lesley Stahl spoke with the women who portrayed them: Gillian Anderson, Michelle Pfeiffer and Viola Davis. We also have a story on cryptocurrency. You've heard of it, but do you really know what it is and how it works? "Here Comes The Sun" is a closer look at some of the people, places and things we bring you every week on "CBS Sunday Morning."
PayPal to allow businesses to accept more than 100 cryptocurrencies
Merchants can opt into the cryptocurrency system, called "Pay with Crypto," in the coming weeks, according to PayPal.
Trump Media buys $2 billion in bitcoin as it embraces crypto
President Trump's media company is diving deeper into cryptocurrencies as the price of bitcoin soars.
Wholesale inflation measure stays the same
Wholesale inflation remained unchanged in June, according to new Producer Price Index data. Meanwhile, "crypto week" in Washington has hit a snag as Republican lawmakers side with Democrats on cryptocurrency legislation. CBS News' Natalie Brand has the latest, while Stephen Kates, a financial analyst with Bankrate, joins to break down PPI data.
Breaking down stablecoins and the GENIUS Act
Last week, in a bipartisan vote, the Senate passed the GENIUS Act, creating a regulatory framework for stablecoins. Dante Disparte, chief strategy officer at the financial technology company Circle, joins "The Takeout" to explain how stablecoins work and what the Senate's legislation means for the cryptocurrency.
Bitcoin entrepreneurs Tyler and Cameron Winklevoss.
They became famous as the privileged pair of Harvard athletes who believe Mark Zuckerberg stole their idea for Facebook. Now, entrepreneurs Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss have shifted their focus from social media to cryptocurrency, becoming among the first bitcoin billionaires, and launching a digital currency exchange mobile app, Gemini. Wired Magazine editor-in-chief Nicholas Thompson talks with the Winklevoss twins, and with Ben Mezrich, author of "Bitcoin Billionaires: A True Story of Genius, Betrayal, and Redemption."
Bitcoin's wild ride
Anderson Cooper reports on how bitcoin was started, where it may go and some of the people who have ridden the cryptocurrency roller coaster over the last 10 years.
Man spends millions worth of bitcoin on pizza
In the early days of cryptocurrency, one man decided to trade his bitcoin for pizza. It was a historic event, but not such a great investment. "60 Minutes" reports, Sunday at 7 p.m. ET/PT.
Where in the world is bitcoin's creator?
"60 Minutes producer" Andy Court talks about the mystery of bitcoin's inventor, Satoshi Nakamoto, and the challenges of reporting on cryptocurrency.
The story behind "Bitcoin Pizza Day"
Laszlo Hanyecz made what is believed to be the first real-world transaction involving cryptocurrency. He told 60 Minutes why he did it
What we know about the bitcoin torture case in New York City
The investigation into the bitcoin torture case in New York City has revealed gruesome details about the alleged kidnapping and beating of an Italian man.
Crypto kidnappings on the rise as criminals resort to "wrench attacks"
A rash of attacks on cryptocurrency owners is combining cybercrime with old-fashioned thuggery, experts say.
JD Vance: "Crypto finally has a champion" in the White House
Vice President JD Vance spoke at the Bitcoin 2025 Conference in Las Vegas, as the Trump administration has leaned into cryptocurrency.
JD Vance vows White House's crypto support
Vice President JD Vance praised the cryptocurrency industry as the keynote speaker at the Bitcoin 2025 Conference in Las Vegas on Wednesday, and he promised full support for the industry from the White House. CBS News' Andres Gutierrez reports and Axios crypto reporter Brady Dale has more.
Kevin McCarthy on crypto's role in politics
The cryptocurrency industry spent $119 million on federal elections in 2024. Former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy joins "The Takeout" to discuss crypto's growing role in politics.
Vance at Bitcoin conference; Trump crypto ties grow
Vice President JD Vance told a Bitcoin conference in Las Vegas on Wednesday that cryptocurrency isn't an asset or a new form of money, but a movement. CBS News senior business and technology correspondent Jo Ling Kent has more.
Alleged crypto kidnapping scheme
New York City police arrested a second person in connection with an apparent kidnapping scheme involving cryptocurrency worth millions. CBS News New York's Natalie Duddridge reports.
Takeaways from Vance's Bitcoin speech
Vice President JD Vance delivered remarks at the Bitcoin 2025 Conference in Las Vegas on Wednesday. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady breaks down his speech.
GameStop purchases $500 million in bitcoin in first crypto push
GameStop, an ailing video game retailer and "meme stock," is pushing into the cryptocurrency sector.
Trump threatens to cut aid to Nigeria, escalates claim of Christian persecution
For a second-straight day Saturday, President Trump accused the Nigerian government of not doing enough to prevent the killings of Christians.
Uncertainty over federal food aid rises as shutdown fight continues
Rulings by two federal judges eased pressure on SNAP benefits, although President Trump said payments are likely to be delayed.
British police say multiple people stabbed on train near Cambridge
Two individuals have been arrested in connection with the incident, British police said.
Syrian leader to meet Trump at White House this month, U.S. envoy says
Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa is scheduled to visit Washington, D.C., on Nov. 10, Tom Barrack, the U.S. envoy to Syria and U.S. ambassador to Turkey, confirmed.
Obama, Mamdani talk as Election Day approaches in New York City mayor's race
Zohran Mamdani is viewed as the leading candidate to become the next mayor of New York City, even as the contest has divided the normal partisan lines between Republicans and Democrats.
2 suspects sought in intentional explosion at Harvard Medical School building
Police say an explosion inside a building on the Harvard Medical School campus in Boston early Saturday morning appears to have been an intentional act.
Canadian prime minister says he apologized to Trump over anti-tariff ad
Prime Minister Mark Carney also told Ontario's Premier Doug Ford not to run the ad.
Rep. Nancy Mace cursed and berated airport police, incident report says
Republican Rep. Nancy Mace was flying out of Charleston International Airport on Thursday when the incident occurred.
Latest remains returned from Gaza were not hostages, Israel says
The unidentified remains of the three people were returned late Friday to Israel, where they were being examined overnight.