Crypto

Crypto Traders On Alert: Is CLARITY The Last Chance To Protect Stablecoin Yield?

Republican Senator Thom Tillis is preparing to introduce a compromise draft for the CLARITY Act this week, aimed at resolving the ongoing dispute between banks and crypto industry players over stablecoin yield regulations. The legislation could establish regulatory clarity around how stablecoins generate returns, potentially protecting yield-generating mechanisms that have become critical to crypto market participants.

Trump Fed Pick Kevin Warsh Reveals Stake in Bitcoin Lightning Startup Flashnet

Kevin Warsh, President Trump's nominee to lead the Federal Reserve, has disclosed an equity stake in Flashnet, a Bitcoin Lightning Network payments startup. This revelation highlights growing mainstream acceptance of cryptocurrency among high-level policymakers and raises questions about potential regulatory implications for the Bitcoin ecosystem.

CLARITY Act: 14 Working Days Left Before the Window Closes

The CLARITY Act, landmark US crypto legislation, has entered a critical 14-day window as the Senate returns from recess before midterm election pressures derail its progress. This represents the most significant regulatory push for cryptocurrency in American legislative history, with passage far from guaranteed.

XRP ETF Inflows Hit $119 Million in One Week

XRP ETF inflows reached $119.6 million in the week ending April 11, marking the strongest weekly performance since December and representing more than half of all global cryptocurrency fund flows. The surge was primarily driven by European investors rather than US-based capital, signaling shifting geographic patterns in institutional crypto adoption.

Ethereum Foundation launches $1 million crypto security subsidy, providing access to over 20 audit firms

The Ethereum Foundation has launched a $1 million security subsidy program in partnership with Areta's audit marketplace, granting developers access to over 20 vetted security firms including Blocksec, Certora, Hacken, Immunefi, and Quantstamp. This initiative aims to reduce barriers to smart contract auditing and strengthen the overall security posture of the Ethereum ecosystem.

Ether Outperforms as Bitcoin Tops $75,000

Bitcoin surged past $75,000 as cryptocurrency markets experienced a broad rally driven by over $500 million in short liquidations on Tuesday. Ethereum outperformed during the upswing, signaling renewed institutional confidence and a potential shift in market momentum toward altcoins.

Bitcoin, Ethereum approach two-month highs as markets grow optimistic over U.S.-Iran peace negotiations

Bitcoin and Ethereum are approaching two-month highs amid optimism around U.S.-Iran peace negotiations, with Bitcoin rising to approximately $75,000 after recent lows near $60,000. The rally reflects market sentiment shifting positively on geopolitical risk reduction and broader macroeconomic conditions.

XRP taps 44 million Rakuten users as Japan loyalty points turn into crypto

Rakuten Wallet has integrated XRP as a listed asset and payment method, providing direct access to approximately 44 million Rakuten Pay users in Japan. This partnership significantly expands XRP's utility and user base in one of Asia's largest crypto markets.

Ahead of Senate confirmation hearing, Fed pick Kevin Warsh discloses investments in a slew of crypto firms

Kevin Warsh, nominee for Federal Reserve chair, has disclosed significant investments in multiple cryptocurrency firms ahead of his Senate confirmation hearing scheduled for next week. This disclosure raises questions about potential conflicts of interest and signals the crypto industry's growing influence at the highest levels of U.S. monetary policy.

Stablecoin payments in the U.S. could soon be tax-free under PARITY Act

The revised Digital Asset PARITY Act would exempt regulated stablecoin payments from capital gains taxation, treating them as cash-like transactions. This legislative proposal could significantly reduce tax friction for everyday stablecoin use in the U.S., potentially accelerating adoption for payments.

Senators Eye Draft Deal on Stablecoin Yield Amid Banking Lobby Pushback

U.S. senators are negotiating a draft deal on stablecoin yield regulations as banking and crypto industries clash over proposed restrictions. White House analysis suggests a yield ban would have minimal impact on traditional lending, potentially undermining banks' primary argument against the measure.

Trump’s Fed chair pick Kevin Warsh discloses holdings in SpaceX, Polymarket, and Ethereum dev platform

Kevin Warsh, Trump's pick for Federal Reserve chair, has disclosed investment holdings in SpaceX, Polymarket, and Ethereum development platforms, signaling potential openness to digital assets and emerging technologies. These disclosures suggest a possible policy shift toward more favorable regulation of cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology if Warsh assumes the Fed leadership role.

Bitcoin hits $76K after US PPI inflation stays tame: Will BTC hold its gains?

Bitcoin surged to $76K, reaching levels unseen since early February, following better-than-expected US PPI inflation data that came in below market forecasts. The price movement reflects investor optimism about potential monetary policy shifts and reduced inflation pressures.

High Roller stock more than doubles on prediction markets partnership with Crypto.com

High Roller's stock price more than doubled following its partnership announcement with Crypto.com for prediction markets. The move reflects growing institutional interest in prediction markets, an industry projected to reach $1 trillion by 2030.

Bitcoin Shorts Get Rekt as BTC Jumps Above $75K, Hitting 2-Month Price High

Bitcoin surged above $75,000, marking its highest price in two months, while Ethereum and other major cryptocurrencies gained even more ground. The rally triggered significant liquidations among short sellers, reflecting shifting market sentiment from bearish to bullish positions.

Breaking: Bitcoin (BTC) Soars Above Strategy's Average Purchasing Price

KuCoin criticized for helping ‘launder’ $9.5M from fake Ledger app

KuCoin exchange faces criticism for allegedly facilitating money laundering of approximately $9.5 million stolen through a fraudulent Ledger Live application. The incident highlights ongoing security vulnerabilities in the crypto ecosystem and raises questions about exchange compliance and anti-money laundering procedures.

JPMorgan CFO warns stablecoins risk becoming ‘regulatory arbitrage’ play

JPMorgan's CFO Jeremy Barnum warned during the bank's earnings call that stablecoins could enable regulatory arbitrage if they escape the same stringent oversight applied to traditional bank deposits. The statement highlights institutional banking concerns about stablecoin market growth outpacing regulatory frameworks designed to protect consumers.

XRP Ledger adds zero-knowledge proofs targeting institutional privacy gap

The XRP Ledger has integrated zero-knowledge proofs through Boundless to enable private transactions while maintaining regulatory compliance, directly addressing institutional barriers to adopting public blockchains. This development tackles the 'transparency tax'—the privacy-compliance tradeoff that has deterred institutional capital from entering public blockchain ecosystems.

XRP Ledger taps Boundless for bank-grade privacy on public blockchains

XRP Ledger is integrating Boundless' zero-knowledge technology at its base layer to enable confidential transactions while maintaining regulatory transparency. This development positions XRPL to compete in the growing market for bank-grade privacy solutions on public blockchains.

Cardano Summit 2026 Proposal Sparks Debate Over $2.8M Treasury Allocation

Cardano's treasury is facing a $2.8M funding proposal for the 2026 Summit in Singapore, which the community will vote on. The event aims to boost institutional adoption through a dual-event strategy with TOKEN2049, featuring strict oversight mechanisms and milestone-based payments to ensure accountability.

Crypto Payments Just Changed In South Korea — Will This Avalanche Bet Rewrite The Rules?

A South Korean payment firm has partnered with Avalanche to develop a Layer-1 blockchain specifically designed for payment processing, marking a significant move by traditional finance to integrate cryptocurrency infrastructure. This initiative demonstrates how legacy payment systems are adapting to blockchain technology rather than being displaced by it.

Visa throws its weight behind Stripe’s Tempo blockchain

Visa has established a validator node on Stripe's Tempo blockchain following six months of collaborative development, marking a significant institutional endorsement of blockchain infrastructure. The card network configured and managed the validator node entirely in-house, demonstrating Visa's commitment to blockchain innovation and interoperability.

Bitcoin passes halfway point in halving cycle as price gains trail prior cycles

Bitcoin has reached the midpoint of its four-year halving cycle with price gains significantly underperforming compared to previous cycles, suggesting the cryptocurrency is maturing as an asset class. This slower post-halving appreciation reflects Bitcoin's evolution from speculative asset to institutional-grade store of value with reduced volatility.

‘Sports is the entry point, not the endgame’: Bernstein projects prediction market sector to reach $1 trillion in annual volume by 2030

Bernstein analysts project the prediction market sector will reach $1 trillion in annual volume by 2030, positioning sports as an initial adoption vector rather than the ultimate use case. The firm identifies asymmetric upside potential for Robinhood from this growth trajectory, assigning a $130 price target to the brokerage platform.