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Kentucky Senator Rand Paul is pressing Congress to reclaim its taxing authority, arguing that President Donald Trump’s reliance on emergency powers to impose tariffs on dozens of countries violates both economic logic and the Constitution. Rand Paul Warns Emergency Tariffs Could Hand ‘Karl Marx’ Future Powers Paul on Tuesday touted a joint resolution that would […]

Bitcoin trades just around the key psychological resistance at $95,000 as bullish momentum continues to build following a resilient recovery phase marked by consolidation and declining intraday volume. Bitcoin On the daily chart, bitcoin shows signs of a V-shaped recovery, rebounding sharply from a local bottom of approximately $74,434 after a steep decline from $100,185. […]

On April 29, 2025, Bunq, the second largest neobank in Europe, announced the launch of Bunq Crypto, enabling users to invest in cryptocurrencies directly through its secure banking app. Initially available in the Netherlands, France, Spain, Ireland, Italy, and Belgium, the service will gradually expand to the entire European Economic Area, as well as the […]

The latest Cambridge Centre for Alternative Finance report confirms the United States and Canada dominate global bitcoin mining, collectively controlling over 80% of reported activity. Bitcoin mining is now 52.4% reliant on sustainable energy, with hydropower (23.4%) and wind (15.4%) as leading sources. North America Dominance According to the latest Cambridge Centre for Alternative Finance […]

Nasdaq is charging into the future with a groundbreaking proposal to list the 21Shares Dogecoin ETF, unlocking unprecedented access to DOGE through mainstream brokerage channels. Nasdaq Seeks SEC Approval to Launch 21Shares Dogecoin ETF Nasdaq filed a proposal on April 28 to list and trade shares of the 21Shares Dogecoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) with the […]

World, the biometric cryptocurrency and ID project, has launched Build Latam in Argentina, a program aimed at empowering tech projects to leverage World’s services in their products. Martín Mazza, Tools for Humanity regional manager for Latin America, explained the new security measures the project has implemented to protect user data. World Launches Latam-Focused Incentives, Discusses […]

Swiss-based fintech company Tangem aims to launch Tangem Pay in 2025, a Visa card embedded with a cold wallet chip that enables self-custodial crypto spending without intermediaries. Tangem Pay Targets Crypto Users Seeking Direct Spending Control Tangem, a Zug-based hardware wallet manufacturer, announced the product at Paris Blockchain Week. According to the firm, the card […]

This content is provided by a sponsor. Zug, Switzerland, 29 April 2025 – The Interchain Foundation (ICF), a Swiss non-profit that advances interoperable, sustainable, and community-owned decentralized software in the Cosmos ecosystem, has invested in Stride, the liquid-staking protocol. The investment will enable the protocol to evolve into the first IBC Eureka-powered DeFi platform on […]

Decentralized exchange (DEX) aggregator 1inch has announced the expansion of its services to the rapidly growing Solana blockchain, solidifying its position as a leading swap marketplace in the decentralized finance (DeFi) ecosystem. With the integration of Solana, 1inch users can now enjoy secure token swaps at optimal rates, leveraging the blockchain’s impressive metrics, which include […]

Messika, the Parisian fine jewelry brand, now accepts cryptocurrency payments across its boutiques and online store, embracing bitcoin, ether, USDT, and solana through a seamless integration with Lunu Pay. Messika Now Accepts Bitcoin and Other Cryptocurrencies Worldwide Paris-based fine jewelry house Messika has taken a major step into the future of luxury retail, announcing it […]

Nasdaq is revolutionizing the future of digital assets with a bold framework to seamlessly fuse crypto into U.S. capital markets while safeguarding investors, laying the groundwork for a major financial transformation. Nasdaq Unveils Ambitious Digital Asset Integration Framework Nasdaq Inc. has proposed a comprehensive new regulatory framework aimed at integrating digital assets into the existing […]

Tether Holdings has released its first-quarter 2025 attestation for Tether Gold (XAUT), confirming that more than 7.7 tons of physical gold fully back the tokens in circulation. Tether Releases Independent Verification of XAUT Reserves Tether’s attestation report, completed by BDO Italia S.p.A., independently verified that 246,524.33 fine troy ounces of gold were held in custody […]

Figures reveal the PolitiFi market economy is valued at $3.3 billion, with the lion’s share of that total dominated by the official TRUMP and MELANIA tokens. Since their debut, these two coins have effectively eclipsed the broader PolitiFi sector, leaving much of the remaining field in their shadow. Old PolitiFi Favorites Collapse as TRUMP and […]

In a press briefing during the spring meetings of 2025, the IMF highlighted that, according to their data, El Salvador has complied with the bitcoin non-accumulation agenda to which it committed. Nonetheless, the country continues to report regular bitcoin purchases. IMF States El Salvador Has Not Accumulated More Bitcoin, but Bukele Keeps ‘Buying’ The controversy […]

The price of Monero, a privacy-focused cryptocurrency, has risen by over 50% overnight on several exchanges, leaving crypto enthusiasts in search of an answer to this sudden increase. Onchain sleuth ZachXBT alleged that this move had been caused by the swap of a high amount of bitcoin to XMR, propping up the price gains. In […]

Nexo, the digital wealth platform with $11 billion in assets under management, has announced its re-entry into the U.S. market, unveiling its product suite at an exclusive business event. The announcement featured keynote addresses from Donald Trump Jr., Executive Vice President of The Trump Organization; Gila Gamliel, Israel’s Minister of Innovation, Science, and Technology; and […]

Grayscale is urging the SEC to approve staking for Ethereum ETFs, unlocking millions in rewards, strengthening Ethereum’s network, and propelling U.S. crypto investment forward. Grayscale Urges SEC to Allow Staking for Ethereum ETFs, Citing Major Investor Gains Representatives from Grayscale Investments convened with members of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s Crypto Task Force on […]

According to recent figures, the total value locked in decentralized finance (DeFi) has once again exceeded the $100 billion threshold, a level not glimpsed since the final week of March. DeFi’s Big Return: TVL Crosses $100B With Aave and Lido Dominating the Pack Data sourced from defillama.com indicates that the current total value locked (TVL) […]

At 9:45 a.m. Eastern time, bitcoin is holding steady with a price of $93,810 on April 27, 2025, commanding a market capitalization of $1.86 trillion, with a 24-hour trade volume of $15.71 billion. Trading within an intraday range of $93,780 to $95,115, bitcoin’s price action on Sunday showcases a tightly contested battle between bulls and […]

Several bitcoiners are concerned about the direction bitcoin adoption has taken and how institutions are now dominating the narrative. This new breed of users, the “suitcoiners,” does not share the same vision as the crypto founding fathers. ‘Suitcoiners Are Not Led by Libertarian or Cypherpunk Ideologies’ Since its inception in 2009, when bitcoin was developed […]

This week, several institutions and venture capital firms announced purchases or investments in Solana totaling $1 billion, highlighting the token’s relevance for the wider crypto industry. GSR, Galaxy Digital, SOL Strategies, Astra Fintech, and RockawayX are behind these moves to grow the Solana ecosystem. Solana Ecosystem Gets Attention: Close to $1 Billion Captured in a […]

Experts say stablecoins are rapidly growing, with Bitwise reporting their 2024 transaction volume surpassed Visa’s. However, DWF Labs’ Andrei Grachev warns of systemic risks like redemption pressure and reserve management. Stablecoin Transaction Value Surpasses Visa Volumes Stablecoins are experiencing exponential growth, rapidly becoming one of the most significant financial innovations of the last two decades, […]

Crypto custody is poised for a groundbreaking transformation as SEC leaders push for smarter rules, stronger protections, and innovation-driven frameworks to redefine digital asset security for the future. SEC Roundtable Sparks Urgent Calls for Crypto Custody Reform U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Commissioners Mark T. Uyeda, Caroline A. Crenshaw, and Hester M. Peirce, joined […]

Following the movement of approximately 1,200 BTC from 12 long-dormant bitcoin wallets from 2015 on Friday, the same entity transferred an additional 500 idle BTC valued at $47.4 million on Saturday. 2015 Crypto Whale Shifts 500 Bitcoin A large whale has relocated a substantial trove of bitcoins acquired on Nov. 10, 2015, when BTC was […]

XRP is currently priced at $2.19 with a market capitalization of $128.16 billion. Over the past 24 hours, the token has seen a trading volume of $2.41 billion and an intraday price range between $2.18 and $2.24, reflecting a market poised for its next major move. XRP The one-hour chart for XRP on April 26, […]

Crypto VC firm RockawayX has launched a $125 million fund focused on early-stage Solana-based projects. With a track record of success and a hands-on investment strategy, the firm aims to capitalize on yield-generating DeFi opportunities. RockawayX Bets Big on Solana Again with Strategic Investment RockawayX, the Prague-based venture firm that backed Solana before it even […]

Switzerland’s fierce defense of tradition faced a seismic crypto challenge as calls to add bitcoin to national reserves intensify amid global economic turmoil and geopolitical shifts. Swiss National Bank Chairman Warns Bitcoin’s ‘Very High’ Volatility Risks Currency Stability Swiss National Bank (SNB) Chairman Martin Schlegel strongly opposed integrating bitcoin into the institution’s currency reserves during […]

Binance is elevating crypto standards with a bold listing and delisting framework, driving transparency, project quality, and ecosystem integrity. Binance Publishes Listing and Delisting Processes to Elevate Crypto Standards Crypto exchange Binance published on April 25 a comprehensive outline of its listing and delisting processes, aiming to bring greater clarity to project teams and the […]

The Federal Reserve removed outdated crypto banking restrictions, paving the way for innovation, broader access, and mainstream digital asset adoption. Crypto Banking Unleashed: Fed Joins Regulators in Crushing Old Guard Restrictions The Federal Reserve Board announced Thursday that it has withdrawn previous supervisory guidance related to banks’ crypto-asset and dollar token activities, a move intended […]

CEO and founder Jack Mallers revealed the numbers on Friday when he posted a copy of a private letter previously sent to the company’s investors. Strike’s Growth Exploded 600% Last Year Perhaps the reason Jack Mallers was picked to lead Twenty One Capital, the new bitcoin treasury firm backed by stablecoin giant Tether and Japanese […]

North Korean cyber operatives reportedly established two fake U.S. businesses using false identities to bypass Treasury sanctions and target cryptocurrency developers with malware. Hackers Target Unsuspecting Job Applicants North Korean cyber operatives reportedly set up two fraudulent businesses in the United States, evading Treasury sanctions to infect cryptocurrency developers with malware. The entities, Blocknovas LLC […]

A local news outlet reports that two individuals tied to a South American theft ring were apprehended in Los Angeles after allegedly stealing $4 million in goods, including $2.7 million worth of application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC) bitcoin miners. From Tequila to Bitcoin Mining Rigs: LAPD Unravels Multi-Million Dollar Heist The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) […]

Bitcoin is consolidating just beneath its recent peak, following a sharp rally that pushed it to the upper bounds of this week’s trading range. The sustained strength in price action and volume highlights strong bullish sentiment, though key resistance at $95,500 remains a pivotal level to watch. Bitcoin Across the 1-hour chart, bitcoin shows short-term […]

Helium, a Solana-based, community-led distributed network, will now serve AT&T customers in the U.S., providing additional Wi-Fi coverage wherever a Helium hotspot is available. Previously, the company partnered with carriers such as Telefónica in Mexico, rolling out hundreds of connection sites. Helium Brings Increased Coverage to AT&T Users in the U.S. Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks […]

The company’s CEO took a page out of Michael Saylor’s playbook after Saylor’s wild success with using bitcoin treasury management as a corporate strategy. Japan’s Metaplanet Amasses 5,000 BTC With Bold Bitcoin Treasury Strategy Japanese bitcoin treasury firm Metaplanet, once a struggling hotel developer, has come one step closer to its corporate goal of purchasing […]

Securitize has partnered with Mantle Ecosystem to launch an institutional-grade digital asset product designed to provide professionally managed and regulated exposure to top crypto assets. Mantle Commits $400 Million to Fund The leading real-world assets (RWA) platform, Securitize, has partnered with Mantle Ecosystem to launch an institutional-grade digital asset product known as Mantle Index Four […]

Arthur Hayes declares bitcoin’s bottom as Trump’s tariff chaos and stealth bond buybacks unleash unstoppable bullish momentum, setting the stage for crypto’s next explosive breakout. Crypto Will Rally: Hayes Links Trump Tariffs to Bitcoin Boom and Bond Buyback Panic Arthur Hayes, co-founder of crypto exchange Bitmex and current principal at crypto investment firm Maelstrom, offered […]

Coinbase and Paypal are unleashing a payments revolution, fusing stablecoin tech with mass adoption muscle to drive billions onchain through frictionless, instant digital transactions. Coinbase and Paypal Collide to Supercharge Crypto Payments—Onchain Adoption Begins Coinbase has broadened its alliance with digital payments powerhouse Paypal, aiming to deepen the impact of Paypal USD (PYUSD), a stablecoin […]

According to onchain records from Arkham Intelligence, an entity known as “SUN” appears to have linked an HTX cold wallet to the forthcoming Donald Trump dinner. Arkham Reports Whale Wallet ‘SUN’ Cracks Top Tier for Trump’s Meme Coin Gala On Wednesday, Bitcoin.com News revealed that the leading 220 holders of the TRUMP meme coin will […]

Bitcoin continues to command the spotlight with its current price positioned at $92,454, supported by a market capitalization of $1.83 trillion and a 24-hour trading volume of $37.01 billion. The intraday price action showcased volatility within the range of $91,809 to $94,700, emphasizing both opportunity and caution for traders navigating these movements. Bitcoin The one-hour […]

Riot Platforms, Inc. (NASDAQ: RIOT) has announced a $100 million credit facility with Coinbase Credit, Inc., a subsidiary of Coinbase Global, Inc. (NASDAQ: COIN). This multiple drawdown term loan facility will be available to Riot over a two-month period following the execution date. The company plans to utilize the proceeds for key strategic initiatives and […]

Kuwait’s Ministry of Interior has declared cryptocurrency mining illegal, citing violations of multiple laws and its strain on the country’s electrical infrastructure. Crypto Mining Kuwait’s Electricity Infrastructure The Ministry of Interior in Kuwait has issued a warning against the practice of cryptocurrency mining, declaring it an unlicensed and illegal activity that violates several existing laws. […]

U.S. lawmakers are rallying behind new SEC leadership, fueling explosive optimism for a regulatory overhaul that unleashes digital assets, drives innovation, and supercharges markets. New SEC Chair Paul Atkins Sparks High Hopes for Digital Asset Revolution U.S. lawmakers are eager to work with the new chairman of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Paul […]

Paypal is launching a new rewards program for its stablecoin PYUSD, offering U.S. users a 3.7% annual return to boost adoption in the competitive stablecoin market. Incentivizing Use of PYUSD Paypal Holdings is launching a new rewards program for its stablecoin PYUSD to boost adoption of the digital token within a fiercely competitive market. The […]

As bitcoin climbed to levels unseen since March, Nigerian-British polymath Zuby—renowned as a rapper, podcaster, author, and public speaker—told his 1.2 million followers on X to “save in bitcoin,” eschewing reliance on saving in fiat currency. Zuby Discloses a Literal ‘Cheat Code for the Emotionally Stable’ Although equity markets found renewed footing amid U.S. President […]

XRP is trading at $2.28 after a high-volume session that saw $5.72 billion in transactions and a tight intraday range of $2.10 to $2.30. With a market capitalization of $132 billion, XRP is exhibiting bullish patterns across multiple timeframes, setting the stage for a potential breakout. XRP On the one-hour chart, XRP has recently broken […]

Bitcoin continues to command investor attention with its price settling at $93,574, supported by a market capitalization of $1.85 trillion. In the past 24 hours, the cryptocurrency has traded between $88,499 and $94,510 on a robust volume of $58.72 billion, underscoring heightened activity and trader interest across various timeframes. Bitcoin Bitcoin‘s technical indicators from the […]

U.S. endorsement of cryptocurrencies and promotion of dollar-based stablecoins has reportedly sparked tensions between the European Commission and the European Central Bank. ECB Dollar-Based Stablecoin Concerns Overblown U.S. President Donald Trump’s endorsement of cryptocurrencies is reportedly causing a tiff between the European Commission (EC) and the European Central Bank (ECB), which sees this embrace endangering […]

Financial Times reports Cantor Fitzgerald, Softbank and Tether are putting the finishing touches on a $3 billion bitcoin acquisition vehicle aimed at harnessing the cryptocurrency’s renewed vitality under the Trump administration. FT Sources Detail Trio’s Push to Corner Bitcoin Spearheaded by Brandon Lutnick—son of U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick—the project seeks to echo Strategy’s (formerly […]

A record-breaking 72 crypto ETFs are awaiting SEC approval, signaling a seismic shift in U.S. digital asset policy as regulatory momentum turns bullish. Explosive Growth in Crypto ETF Filings Hits 72 as SEC Faces a Regulatory Crossroads Bloomberg senior ETF analyst Eric Balchunas highlighted the increasing number of cryptocurrency-related exchange-traded fund (ETF) filings pending before […]