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Crypto Carnage: $509M Wiped Out Post-Trump Tariff Bombshell as BTC, ETH, SOL Spiral

Bitcoin ( BTC) experienced a swift and pronounced decline hours after U.S. President Donald Trump unveiled new tariff measures, collapsing to an intraday floor of $82,352 by 7:15 p.m. ET. Trump’s Tariff Tremors Traders swiftly mobilized, engaging in a high-stakes contest to reverse the digital currency’s trajectory, mounting a spirited but fleeting defense of the […]
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Nigeria’s CBN Calls 5,000 and 10,000 Naira Banknote Report ‘Fake News’

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has dismissed as fake news a report stating it issued ₦5,000 and ₦10,000 banknotes to enhance cash transactions. The CBN said the report, circulating on social media and claiming the new banknotes would become legal tender on May 1, 2025, did not originate from its official website. The report, […]

Gold Rush 2.0: China Unearths Colossal 1,000-Ton Treasure Trove

Geologists have announced the discovery of a massive 1,000-ton gold deposit in northeastern China. Deposit Discovery Occurs Amid Gold Rally Chinese geologists recently claimed to have discovered a 1,000-ton deposit of gold in the country’s northeast. This latest discovery comes a few months after geologists using China’s advanced mineral prospecting technology found another deposit with […]

Grayscale Seeks SEC Approval to List Crypto ETF With BTC, ETH, XRP, SOL, ADA Holdings

Grayscale has filed with the SEC to list its digital large cap fund as an ETF on NYSE Arca, offering exposure to bitcoin, ethereum, XRP, solana, and cardano. Grayscale’s Digital Large Cap Fund Targets NYSE Arca Listing for Broader Crypto Exposure Crypto asset manager Grayscale Investments filed a Form S-3 registration statement with the U.S. […]

US Dollar Safe-Haven Status in Jeopardy as Tariffs Erode Global Trust, Expert Warns

The U.S. dollar’s reign as the world’s safe-haven currency is under threat, an expert warns, citing inflation, tariffs, and fading global trust in U.S. leadership. US Dollar Could Lose Global Throne With Inflation Rising and Allies Backing Away A major shake-up to the global financial order could be looming, according to Nigel Green, CEO of […]

Former Monero Maintainer Warns About Upcoming Wave of AI-Assisted KYC Fraud

Former maintainer of Monero Ricardo Spagni, known in crypto circles as Fluffypony, has alerted about the collapse of the current Know Your Customer (KYC) strategies at the hands of artificial intelligence (AI) tools. On X, Spagni assessed that still-in-use KYC procedures are on the way out, declaring that within the next 24 months “there will […]

Bitcoin’s Transaction Drought: Network Fees Hit 1 Satoshi per Transfer as Mempool Clears

According to current metrics, at around 6 p.m. ET on March 31, the Bitcoin blockchain experienced a curious decline in transactional throughput, with blocks failing to reach optimal capacity. Beginning at block 890,138, a sequence of more than a couple dozen blocks exhibited diminished size, deviating from the network’s typical operational rhythm. Where Have All […]

US Senator Pushes BITCOIN Act to Combat Debt and Declining Dollar—Urges Nation to ‘Buy, Baby, Buy’

The U.S. could anchor its financial future to bitcoin under a bold new plan pushing a national reserve—“buy, baby, buy,” urges a senator as debt explodes. US Senator Demands Action on BITCOIN Act as Debt Soars—Time to ‘Buy, Baby, Buy,’ She Says U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) is ramping up pressure for Congress to pass […]

SEC Nigeria to Regulate Virtual Asset Service Providers Under New Law

Nigeria has taken a significant step towards regulating cryptocurrencies with the signing of the Nigerian Investments and Securities Act (ISA) 2025 into law. Cryptocurrency Officially Recognized As Asset Class The Nigerian Investments and Securities Act (ISA) 2025, recently signed into law by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has effectively ended the uncertainty surrounding the status of […]

Cap Labs Reveals Type III Stablecoins, Promising Smarter Yield Generation With No Human Oversight

The Stanford Blockchain Club published a paper on March 28 introducing “Type III Stablecoins,” a new category of yield-bearing stablecoins governed by autonomous smart contracts, developed by Cap Labs’ Benjamin and Jae. Yield Without Compromise? Type III Stablecoins Propose a Trustless Path Forward The paper published in the Stanford Blockchain Review outlines a paradigm shift […]

Vanguard Inches Toward Bitcoin, Cracking Anti-Crypto Wall Through Gamestop

Vanguard may soon gain indirect bitcoin exposure through Gamestop’s BTC reserve plan, challenging its long-held stance that digital assets lack intrinsic value or stability. Vanguard May Soon Gain Bitcoin Exposure via Gamestop’s BTC Reserve Financial giant Vanguard Group may soon have indirect exposure to bitcoin through its holdings in Gamestop (NYSE: GME), marking an unexpected […]

California Unleashes Bitcoin Rights Bill, Protecting Self-Custody for 40M Americans

California’s “Bitcoin Rights” bill secures self-custody for digital assets, shields crypto payments from penalties, and protects 40 million Americans’ financial freedom in the digital age. California Pushes Bitcoin Rights to the Frontline California’s Assembly has initiated legislative action on cryptocurrency governance with the filing of AB-1052, referred to as the “Bitcoin Rights” bill. Introduced by […]

Latam Insights: Bukele’s US Tour, Panamanian Crypto Bill

Welcome to Latam Insights, a compendium of the most relevant crypto and economic news from Latin America over the past week. In this week’s edition, El Salvador’s Nayib Bukele announces a visit to the U.S., a Panamanian crypto bill gets introduced, and Venezuela suffers after Trump implements secondary tariffs on oil purchases. El Salvador’s Bukele […]

Spot Gold Prices Register New Record Level, Futures Cross $3,100

Gold continued its seemingly never-ending uphill run, reaching record levels once again. Spot prices for a fine troy ounce of gold touched $3,086.70 before stabilizing at a lower number, while futures passed the $3,100 mark pushed by hotter-than-expected U.S. inflation numbers. Gold Prices Climb Even Further, Inflation Moves Commodities Gold has regained its position as […]

CFTC Frees Crypto Derivatives From Extra Scrutiny

Crypto advocates scored big as the CFTC scrapped a directive singling out digital asset derivatives, easing scrutiny and marking a sharp split among U.S. regulators. Barriers Drop—CFTC’s Crypto Retreat Sets Stage for Relentless Upside Another win for crypto supporters arrived March 28 when the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) announced that its Division of Clearing […]

White House Crypto Czar Hails ‘Big Win for Crypto’ as Regulators Scrap Debanking Tactic

Calling it a “big win for crypto,” the White House crypto czar cheered regulators’ decision to scrap debanking rules that stifled lawful digital asset innovation. Crypto Scores Major Victory as FDIC Removes Reputational Risk Rule Federal officials are shifting away from a controversial banking oversight tool after sustained criticism from lawmakers and the crypto industry. […]

Robert Kiyosaki Warns the World Is in Recession—Doubles Down on Bitcoin

Robert Kiyosaki declares the world is in recession, inflation is theft, and fiat money is a trap—urging urgent shifts to bitcoin, gold, and silver. Facing Recession and Inflation, Robert Kiyosaki Urges Shift From Fiat to Bitcoin and Hard Assets Robert Kiyosaki, author of the best-selling book Rich Dad Poor Dad, has once again weighed in […]

5,000 US Banks Cleared for Crypto—Regulators Unlock Digital Assets

Over 5,000 U.S. banks can now enter crypto markets as regulators lift approval requirements, signaling a major shift toward digital asset integration and streamlined oversight. US Regulators Unlock Crypto for Over 5,000 Banks The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) issued a pivotal policy update Friday in Washington, allowing financial institutions under its jurisdiction to engage […]

Coinbase Brings Back Staking After State Scraps Legal Blockade

Coinbase reactivates staking in South Carolina after the state drops its case, marking another major win as regulatory barriers to crypto innovation continue to collapse. Coinbase Resumes Staking in Another State as Legal Resistance Cracks The Securities Division of South Carolina’s Attorney General’s Office and crypto exchange Coinbase jointly concluded a legal dispute on Thursday […]

Elon Musk Merges xAI With X in Deal That Could Reshape the Internet

Elon Musk’s xAI has acquired X, merging cutting-edge artificial intelligence with a massive global platform to reshape communication, amplify truth-seeking, and accelerate human progress. Elon Musk’s xAI Acquires X in Strategic Move to Merge AI Innovation With Global Communication Elon Musk announced a significant corporate merger Friday via a post on his social media platform […]

Hong Kong Approves World’s First Tokenized Money Market ETF by Hashkey and Bosera

Hashkey Group and Bosera have secured approval from Hong Kong’s SFC to launch the world’s first tokenized money market ETF. This milestone marks a significant step in integrating blockchain with traditional finance, improving transparency and liquidity. Hashkey and Bosera Introduce the First Tokenized Money Market ETF Hashkey Group, in collaboration with Bosera, has successfully launched […]

Fidelity and Blackrock Drive $89 Million Into Bitcoin ETFs As Ether ETFs Lose Another $4 Million

Bitcoin ETFs notched their tenth consecutive day of inflows, adding $89 million, led by Fidelity’s FBTC and Blackrock’s IBIT. Meanwhile, ether ETFs recorded another day of outflows, losing $4 million. Inflows Hit 10-Day Streak For Bitcoin ETFs While Ether ETFs Struggle with Continued Exits Bitcoin ETFs continued their upward trajectory, marking their tenth consecutive day […]

Michael Saylor’s Poll: Gamestop Needs $3B in Bitcoin for Credibility

Strategy’s executive chairman, Michael Saylor, sparked debate with a poll suggesting Gamestop must buy over $3 billion in bitcoin to earn BTC legitimacy. Michael Saylor Turns up the Heat With Poll—Can Gamestop Meet BTC Expectations? Michael Saylor, co-founder and executive chairman of software intelligence firm Microstrategy (Nasdaq: MSTR), which recently rebranded as Strategy, launched a […]

‘I Am Bullish’: Senator Fuels Aggressive Push for US Digital Supremacy

“Bullish” lawmakers vow to reclaim U.S. digital supremacy, pushing legislation to reverse blockchain industry flight and anchor innovation on American soil before it’s too late. Confidence Surges in D.C. as Lawmakers Gear Up for US Blockchain Domination Senate Banking Committee Chairman Tim Scott and House Financial Services Committee Chairman French Hill shared their unified stance […]

Despread: 70% of South Korean Crypto Investors Profited in 2024, Driven by BTC, XRP, and ETH

A recent report by Despread Research reveals that 70% of South Korean crypto investors made a profit in 2024, with BTC, XRP, and ETH being the most popular holdings. Optimism remains high for 2025, with many expecting bitcoin to surpass $100,000 (150 million KRW). Bitcoin Leads South Korean Investor Portfolios as Optimism Grows for 2025 […]

Canaan Advances North American Mining Strategy via New Agreements

Canaan Inc. announced Wednesday that subsidiaries have signed agreements to expand self-mining operations at facilities in Pennsylvania and Texas, adding approximately 4.7 exahash per second (EH/s) to its computing power. Canaan Eyes U.S. Growth with Pennsylvania, Texas Mining Sites Canaan (Nasdaq: CAN) entered a three-year colocation agreement with Mawson Infrastructure Group affiliate Mawson Hosting LLC […]

SEC Just Dropped 4 New Crypto Roundtables—Public Invited to Shape Regulations

Regulators signal a seismic shift toward crypto clarity with four new SEC roundtables, fueling optimism as trading, custody, DeFi, and tokenization take center stage. Crypto Regulations Enter New Phase as SEC Unleashes 4 New Roundtables The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) Crypto Task Force revealed plans Tuesday to hold four additional public roundtables in […]

Silk Road Creator Ross Ulbricht Pokes Fun at Ebay, Teases New Online Marketplace

The infamous libertarian was serving two life sentences for selling drugs online in exchange for bitcoin and had languished in prison for nearly twelve years. Ulbricht’s EBay Jab Sparks Speculation About New Online Marketplace Ross Ulbricht knows a thing or two about e-commerce. His site Silk Road, generated more than $200 million in sales according […]

From $88.5K to $85.8K: Bitcoin’s Rollercoaster Tests Trader Nerves

Bitcoin lingers right around the $87,000 threshold after a midday descent to $85,869 per coin Wednesday afternoon, its momentum tempered by fleeting volatility. Bitcoin’s Quiet Dance For much of March 26, the top cryptocurrency oscillated within a narrow corridor, briefly slipping to $85,869 around 3 p.m. ET. Global crypto asset exchanges recorded around $79.59 billion […]

XRP Enters Regulated Spotlight as 21Shares Hits Nasdaq Stockholm With Fully-Backed ETP

XRP’s pivotal role in cross-border payments gains momentum as new ETPs debut on Nasdaq Stockholm, signaling a breakthrough for compliant crypto access across Europe. XRP Accelerates ‘Breakthrough Moment for Crypto in Europe’ With Compliant ETP Access Crypto investment firm 21Shares AG, known for pioneering exchange-traded products (ETPs) tied to digital assets, announced new listings on […]
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