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New York Attorney General sues Coinbase, Gemini for ‘illegal gambling’ on prediction market platforms
New York Attorney General Letitia James is suing Coinbase and Gemini, alleging their prediction market platforms operate as illegal, unregulated gambling sites.
Nium Integrates USDC Payments with Coinbase Across 190 Countries
Nium has partnered with Coinbase to integrate USDC payments, enabling cross-border fiat and stablecoin settlements across more than 190 countries.
Bitcoin braces for $8B options expiry as war, oil and the Fed threaten a volatility reset
Bitcoin faces significant market volatility as an $8 billion options expiry coincides with critical Federal Reserve meetings and geopolitical tension regarding oil supplies.
Revolut targets a $200 billion IPO just months after its $75 billion share sale
Fintech giant Revolut is reportedly eyeing a valuation of up to $200 billion for its future IPO, according to recent investor discussions.
Here Is Why The Bitcoin Price Upside Could Be Capped at $84K
Analysts suggest Bitcoin has entered a new rally, but significant resistance at $84,000 may limit further price gains.
Core Scientific Plans $3.3B Debt Raise to Expand AI Data Centers
Core Scientific is raising $3.3 billion via senior secured notes to fund AI data center expansion and refinance existing debt.
Prospective Fed Chair Pressed on Potential Conflicts of Interest
Nominee Kevin Warsh faces intense scrutiny from Senate Democrats regarding financial conflicts of interest and his independence from President Trump.
Bipartisan PACE Act looks to open Fed payment rails to nonbanks, draws crypto support
U.S. representatives introduced the PACE Act to grant nonbank payment providers access to Federal Reserve payment rails, earning support from the crypto industry.
Bitcoin Whales Accumulate 45,000 BTC as Warsh and Paparo Back Bitcoin’s Role
Large Bitcoin holders are accumulating rapidly while high-ranking U.S. officials acknowledge Bitcoin's growing importance in finance and national security.
Trump’s Fed Chair Pick Kevin Warsh Vows Independence at Senate Hearing
Federal Reserve nominee Kevin Warsh assured the Senate he would maintain independence from political influence during his confirmation hearing.
New York Sues Coinbase and Gemini: What We Know So Far
New York has sued Coinbase and Gemini over alleged violations of state gambling laws regarding their prediction market subsidiaries.
Kevin Warsh says he would protect Fed independence and could cut rates at confirmation hearing
Kevin Warsh pledged to maintain Federal Reserve independence while signaling openness to interest rate cuts during his Senate confirmation hearing.
Blockchain.com taps Hyperliquid to bring perpetual futures into its DeFi wallet
Blockchain.com integrated Hyperliquid's infrastructure into its DeFi wallet, allowing users to trade leveraged crypto perpetual futures directly.
Aave faces 'serious trouble' as all its core markets hit 100% utilization. What this means.
Aave’s lending markets have reached 100% utilization, effectively trapping billions in assets and disabling the protocol's ability to process withdrawals or liquidations.
Proposed STRC upgrade seen as shared upside lever for Strategy and Strive shareholders: TD Cowen
TD Cowen analysts suggest that Strategy's proposed STRC dividend changes will benefit both Strategy and Strive shareholders by improving capital efficiency and bitcoin accumulation.
AI slop has created a search problem crypto companies can’t ignore
Crypto companies risk search engine penalties by using AI to mass-produce low-quality content instead of maintaining rigorous editorial standards.
Top U.S. Pacific Commander Calls Bitcoin a “Valuable Computer Science Tool” for National Power And Security
Admiral Samuel Paparo testified that Bitcoin is a critical computer science tool for power projection and national security.
Nium taps Coinbase to bring USDC payments and fiat payouts to 190 countries
Nium has partnered with Coinbase to integrate USDC stablecoin payments into its global infrastructure, facilitating efficient cross-border settlements and card programs.
Bitget brings pre-IPO tokens to masses starting with SpaceX shares on Solana
Bitget's new IPO Prime platform allows users to trade Solana-based tokens linked to the economic performance of private companies like SpaceX.
Pompliano’s ProCap Financial partners with Kalshi to incorporate real-time prediction market data in research
ProCap Financial is partnering with Kalshi to integrate real-time prediction market data into its AI-driven investment research reports.
Polish Parliament Stalls on Crypto Law, Local Firms Look Abroad
Poland's parliament is delaying a crypto law, forcing local companies to consider moving abroad due to EU regulatory deadlines.
One-Third of EU Investors May Switch Banks Due to Crypto Interest: Survey
A Börse Stuttgart Digital survey reveals that 35% of European investors would change banks to access better cryptocurrency investment services.
Gunman Posing as Courier Targets Crypto Investor in France
A gunman masquerading as a delivery driver attempted to extort a French crypto investor during a violent home invasion in Montpellier.
Coinbase's John D’Agostino says crypto platform stands alone as industry's full-service prime broker
John D’Agostino claims Coinbase is the only crypto platform offering a full-service prime brokerage experience comparable to traditional Wall Street institutions.
Group of 39 firms urge EU to fast-track DLT rules, warn of lagging the US
Thirty-nine financial firms are urging the EU to accelerate DLT regulation to avoid losing ground to the rapidly advancing United States tokenization market.
UK invites crypto giant Bybit to London to win over some of UAE’s innovation shine
The UK government is courting crypto exchange Bybit to boost its domestic digital asset sector and emulate Dubai's successful innovation momentum.
Ripple sets 2028 deadline to harden XRPL after Google’s quantum research sharpens attack risk
Ripple aims to secure the XRP Ledger against quantum threats by 2028 following research by Google Quantum AI.
Core Scientific plans $3.3 billion debt offering, with proceeds to help repay credit facility loans
Bitcoin miner Core Scientific is initiating a $3.3 billion debt offering to repay credit loans and fund data center expansion for AI services.
European banks are at risk of losing customers to rivals with better crypto tools
A new study indicates many European investors would switch banks to access superior, regulated cryptocurrency services and investment options.
DoorDash is bringing stablecoin payments to masses with Stripe-backed blockchain
DoorDash is integrating the Stripe-led blockchain, Tempo, to facilitate faster, more efficient stablecoin payouts for its global merchant network.
XRP climbs to $1.44 as breakout builds, quantum roadmap adds long-term tailwind
XRP rose to $1.44 on high volume as investors reacted to technical strength and Ripple's new long-term quantum-resistant roadmap.
Scammers Target Stranded Ships in Strait of Hormuz With Fake Bitcoin Transit Fees
Fraudsters are soliciting fake Bitcoin and Tether transit fees from shipping companies by posing as Iranian authorities amid regional maritime tensions.
Morgan Stanley’s Spot Bitcoin ETF Tops $139M in Assets Within Nine Days
Morgan Stanley’s new spot bitcoin ETF reached over $139 million in assets just nine days after its launch.
UK to Overhaul Payments Rules, Appoints Tokenization Lead
The UK government is reforming payment regulations to integrate stablecoins and tokenized assets while appointing a new lead to drive digital market growth.
Food‑delivery giant DoorDash taps Tempo to bring stablecoin payments to its driver network
DoorDash is partnering with the blockchain platform Tempo to integrate stablecoin payments for its global network of drivers and merchants.
Crypto Hacks Top $17B as Private Key Compromises Take Lead
DefiLlama reports that over $17 billion in crypto has been stolen in a decade, primarily through private key compromises and phishing attacks.
Canton, ZKsync clash over how blockchains enforce rules
Industry leaders from Canton and ZKsync debate whether institutional blockchains should prioritize global state enforcement or localized, privacy-focused institutional control.
CoinDesk 20 performance update: Stellar (XLM) gains 3.3% while index moves lower
Stellar (XLM) and Aave (AAVE) led gains, while the CoinDesk 20 index fell slightly.
Trump accuses Iran of breaching ceasefire ahead of high-stakes Hormuz deadline
Trump accused Iran of multiple ceasefire violations, while Iran cited a US destroyer incident as a breach, straining a deal to keep the Strait of Hormuz open.
Polymarket taps Bitget Wallet’s over 90 million users with integration
Polymarket has integrated with Bitget Wallet, providing its 90 million users direct access to prediction market trading.
Oil tanker attacked after falling for crypto scam granting fake Strait of Hormuz safe passage
An oil tanker was attacked in the Strait of Hormuz after falling for a crypto scam offering fake safe passage.
VIX Dips 45% in Three Weeks: Can Bitcoin Break Above $80K Next?
The CBOE Volatility Index's significant decline suggests a favorable environment for Bitcoin, potentially pushing prices toward $82,700.
Securitize names former IMF representative to board
Securitize has appointed former IMF board member Sunil Sabharwal to its board of directors amid plans for a public listing via a merger.
BitMEX Enables Off-Exchange Trading Via Zodia Custody
BitMEX has partnered with Zodia Custody to allow institutional clients to trade derivatives while keeping collateral in segregated, off-exchange vaults.
Almost 80% of Japanese institutional investors are eyeing crypto for their portfolios by 2029
A Nomura survey found nearly 80% of Japanese institutional investors plan to allocate up to 5% to crypto by 2029.
Kelp DAO exploiter begins moving stolen funds across chains after Arbitrum ETH freeze
Attackers behind the $292 million Kelp DAO exploit have begun laundering stolen funds through cross-chain protocols following an asset freeze by Arbitrum.
Bitcoin (BTC) price holds above a make-or-break level before Warsh confirmation hearing
Bitcoin trades above $75,000, a key level, ahead of the Warsh hearing and potential geopolitical events.
Bybit leads $8M funding round for Malaysian crypto exchange Hata
Global crypto exchange Bybit led an $8 million Series A funding round for Malaysian platform Hata to expand its local operations and liquidity.
Bitcoin climbs as risk sentiment improves, altcoins hit by exploit concerns
Bitcoin rose as market risk appetite improved, while altcoins struggled following a significant DeFi exploit involving KelpDAO.
Arbitrum Freeze Sparks $175 Million Laundering Frenzy on Ethereum
Following an Arbitrum freeze, the KelpDAO exploiter is laundering $175 million in ETH on Ethereum via UmbraCash.
Bank of Korea’s new governor signals CBDC and bank token push, skips stablecoins in key address
New Bank of Korea Governor Shin Hyun-song prioritizes CBDCs and deposit tokens while focusing on modernizing currency markets and increasing crypto oversight.
Strategy (MSTR) overtakes BlackRock's IBIT after aggressive bear market buying
MicroStrategy has surpassed BlackRock's IBIT in total bitcoin holdings after leveraging financial tools to aggressively accumulate BTC during a market downturn.
Philippine SEC Warns Against dYdX, Crypto Platforms
The Philippine SEC has issued warnings against seven unauthorized cryptocurrency trading platforms, including dYdX, citing a lack of required local registration and licensing.
Were tariff refunds bought for 20 cents on the dollar by stablecoin-backed Treasurys custodian Cantor Fitzgerald?
Investigations are ongoing into whether Cantor Fitzgerald profited from tariff-refund rights while Howard Lutnick held a key government policy role.
KelpDAO hackers are laundering millions in stolen crypto, data show
Hackers behind the $290 million KelpDAO exploit are laundering stolen funds using privacy protocols and cross-chain bridging tools.
Scammers demand crypto ‘clearance’ fees from ships near Strait of Hormuz: report
Scammers impersonating Iranian officials are demanding cryptocurrency from ships near the Strait of Hormuz to guarantee safe transit.
A US-Iran Peace Deal May Not Be Enough To Save the Oil Market Now: Here’s Why
Logistical bottlenecks and structural storage constraints mean an immediate oil market recovery is unlikely, even if a US-Iran peace deal is reached.
Bank of Korea Governor Supports CBDCs, Deposit Tokens in First Speech
Newly appointed Bank of Korea Governor Shin Hyun-song advocates for the advancement of central bank digital currencies and tokenized deposits in his inaugural address.
European Banks Back MiCA Euro Stablecoin to Rival Dollar Tokens
A group of 12 European banks has partnered with Fireblocks to launch a MiCA-compliant euro stablecoin by 2026 to challenge dollar-denominated token dominance.
Japan’s JSCC partners with Mizuho, Nomura to test government bonds on blockchain
Japan Securities Clearing Corporation is partnering with Mizuho, Nomura, and Digital Asset to test blockchain-based collateral management for Japanese government bonds.
The AI Agent Economy Has an Identity Bottleneck: Blockchain Rails Could Solve It
a16z crypto argues that blockchain technology can provide the necessary identity standards for AI agents to operate securely in the digital economy.
Fake Police Raid Scam Forces Victim to Send $1M in Bitcoin
Criminals staged a fake police raid, coercing a victim into transferring $1 million in Bitcoin through physical threats.
Bank of Korea’s new chief vows to push CBDC, deposit tokens; leaves out stablecoins
New Bank of Korea governor Shin Hyun-song prioritizes CBDCs and deposit tokens while excluding stablecoins from his inaugural policy speech.
OCBC Issues Tokenized Physical Gold Fund on Ethereum and Solana
Singapore’s OCBC has launched the GOLDX token, allowing institutional investors to access a physical gold fund on the Ethereum and Solana blockchains.
Arbitrum Freezes 30K ETH Tied to Kelp Hack
Arbitrum's security council froze over $71 million in Ether linked to the recent Kelp protocol exploit following an emergency governance decision.
US Senator Urges CLARITY Act Senate Markup Moved to May: Report
Senator Thom Tillis has requested that the Senate Banking Committee delay the CLARITY Act markup until May to resolve stablecoin yield disagreements.
Arbitrum freezes $71 million in ether tied to Kelp DAO exploit
The Arbitrum Security Council has frozen $71 million in ETH associated with the recent $292 million exploit of the Kelp DAO protocol.
Dutch Blockchain Week 2026 Strengthens Position as Europe’s Leading B2B Blockchain Event Week
Dutch Blockchain Week 2026 in Amsterdam is establishing itself as a premier B2B hub for the European digital asset and blockchain ecosystem.
Bitcoin reclaims $75,000 as Iran ceasefire talks advance, equities rally resumes
Bitcoin climbed above $75,000 as markets reacted to progress in Iran-Pakistan ceasefire talks and a broader recovery in global equities.
Arbitrum Security Council Blocks KelpDAO Hacker From 30,766 ETH
The Arbitrum Security Council successfully froze 30,766 ETH stolen during the KelpDAO exploit, moving the funds to a secure, governance-controlled wallet.