Crypto

Bitcoin ETF inflows hit $186M amid US-Iran tensions affecting price

JP Morgan expects Bitcoin market structure bill to pass soon

The CLARITY Act breakthrough: Why JPMorgan says the U.S. crypto rulebook is ‘close to completion’

Whales accumulate 270,000 Bitcoin in largest buy since 2013

Bitcoin ETFs see $186M inflow, led by BlackRock’s $292M investment

BlackRock’s Bitcoin holdings surpass Strategy’s as BTC stays above $62K

Visa launches USDC settlement on Solana with US banks Cross River, Lead Bank

Bitnomial launches Injective futures in US, with eyes on ETF eligibility

CryptoQuant says bitcoin rally faces rising profit-taking risk as exchange inflows jump

CryptoQuant reports that Bitcoin's recent rally is increasingly vulnerable to profit-taking as exchange inflows spike, signaling growing selling pressure from investors looking to realize gains. Multiple technical indicators suggest market participants are positioning to distribute holdings at higher price levels.

Former Lutnick-run Cantor Fitzgerald donates $10 million to crypto PAC led by Tether exec

Cantor Fitzgerald has donated $10 million to a cryptocurrency-focused super PAC led by a Tether executive, signaling institutional support for pro-crypto political candidates ahead of election season. This contribution represents a major corporate commitment to crypto-friendly political advocacy.

Bitcoin Miners Are Choosing To Hold At $74K: Changing The Supply Picture

Bitcoin miners are holding rather than selling at the $74,000 level, with the Miners' Position Index at -0.83 indicating reduced exchange transfers and diminished selling pressure. This structural shift removes a historically reliable trigger for price corrections, potentially supporting consolidation around current levels as the asset tests resistance at $74,000-$75,000.

CLARITY Act Gridlock Grows as Republicans Fight Over FISA and Budget

House Republicans are deadlocked over FISA surveillance reauthorization and budget reconciliation, consuming legislative time needed to advance the CLARITY Act—crypto's flagship regulatory bill. This gridlock risks derailing the legislation before midterm election politics dominate the congressional calendar.

Circle CEO Jeremy Allaire’s TIME 100 nod cements USDC’s mainstream clout

Circle CEO Jeremy Allaire has been named to TIME100's 2026 list of most influential people, reflecting USDC stablecoin's growing mainstream adoption among banks, fintechs, and regulators globally. The recognition underscores the stablecoin's emergence as a compliant infrastructure layer in traditional finance.

Crypto's new $11 million PAC booked millions in ads with firm started by Tether US CEO

A newly formed $11 million cryptocurrency PAC booked significant advertising through a firm founded by Tether US CEO Paolo Ardoino, raising questions about potential conflicts of interest. While Tether maintains close associations with the emerging political action committee, initial funding came from Cantor Fitzgerald and Anchorage Digital rather than Tether itself.

Michael Saylor: Bitcoin’s price is set to rise amid decreasing supply, Goldman Sachs’ ETF entry signals a shift, and Ethereum’s performance reflects market risk appetite | The Wolf Of All Streets

Michael Saylor highlights Bitcoin's potential price appreciation driven by decreasing supply, while Goldman Sachs' entry into Bitcoin ETF offerings signals growing institutional acceptance of cryptocurrency investments. Ethereum's performance is cited as a barometer for market risk appetite, reflecting broader sentiment shifts in the digital asset space.

Kevin Warsh Crypto Bets Span 20+ Blockchain Firms

Kevin Warsh, Donald Trump's nominee for Federal Reserve chair, has disclosed holdings in over 20 blockchain companies through a 69-page financial disclosure filed with the U.S. Office of Government Ethics ahead of his Senate confirmation hearing on April 21. This revelation highlights potential regulatory implications for crypto policy under a Warsh-led Fed.

HIP-3 open interest tops $2 billion as demand for 24/7 tokenized equity exposure surges

Hyperliquid's HIP-3 tokenized equity and commodity futures markets have surpassed $2 billion in open interest, with non-crypto assets now dominating the platform's top trading pairs. This shift reflects growing institutional demand for 24/7 on-chain exposure to traditional assets, challenging conventional market structure boundaries.

L&G brings £50B liquidity funds onchain via Calastone tokenized network

Legal & General Asset Management, a major London-based asset manager, is bringing £50 billion in liquidity funds onto blockchain networks through the Calastone tokenized network. This move reflects growing institutional adoption of blockchain infrastructure for traditional asset distribution and demonstrates how established financial institutions are integrating cryptocurrency and tokenization technologies into their operations.

Strategy buys 17,585 BTC for $1.3B amid geopolitical tensions

A major institutional strategy (likely MicroStrategy under Michael Saylor) purchased 17,585 BTC for approximately $1.3 billion, signaling Bitcoin's growing adoption as a geopolitical hedge amid rising global tensions. This large-scale accumulation reinforces institutional confidence in Bitcoin's store-of-value narrative and could influence broader market sentiment toward cryptocurrency as a safe-haven asset.

PreStocks tokenized platform on Solana hits $17M market cap, $95M weekly volume

PreStocks, a tokenized platform built on Solana, has achieved a $17M market capitalization with $95M in weekly trading volume, demonstrating growing institutional interest in bridging traditional finance assets with blockchain infrastructure. The milestone reflects Solana's expanding role as a settlement layer for tokenized securities and real-world assets.

Cardano Founder Questions Bitcoins Post Quantum Defense Plan

Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson has publicly questioned Bitcoin's post-quantum cryptography defense strategy, reigniting debate about whether the leading cryptocurrency is adequately preparing for threats posed by quantum computing advancement. This clash between two major crypto figures highlights fundamental disagreements about timeline urgency and technical implementation approaches.

Wall Street won’t buy ‘trustless’ security promises

Crypto exchange security claims of being 'trustless' remain largely performative without meaningful enforcement mechanisms. Industry expert Chen argues that stronger regulatory oversight and compliance requirements are necessary to protect users, challenging the notion that decentralized systems can self-regulate adequately.

Bitcoin can grow 'probably a lot bigger' than $30T+ gold market — Analysis

A new macroeconomic analysis suggests Bitcoin's addressable market has surpassed the $30+ trillion gold market, driven by geopolitical tensions and financial sanctions creating demand for alternative stores of value. The analysis implies Bitcoin could potentially grow significantly larger than gold's current market capitalization as adoption increases.

UK Financial Regulator Announces Comprehensive Crypto Regulation Timeline for 2027

The UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has announced a comprehensive crypto regulation framework with an October 2027 implementation target, with authorization applications for digital asset firms opening in September 2026. This timeline provides clarity for the industry but also creates a multi-year runway for compliance preparation and regulatory uncertainty.

Crypto Long & Short: Fighting fraud in the digital age: why state-led identity is the future

Tricia Gallagher's Crypto Long & Short Newsletter argues that solving broken digital identity systems requires state-led infrastructure combined with user control. This approach addresses fraud risks inherent in current decentralized identity solutions while maintaining privacy and autonomy.