Month: April 2026

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Crypto execs flock to DC to support Senate stablecoin bill

Cryptocurrency founders converged on Washington, D.C., to lobby lawmakers ahead of a potential revote on the GENIUS Act, a bill aiming to regulate stablecoins. This follows the bill’s initial failure in the Senate on May 8th. Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong, announcing the presence of approximately 60 founders in a May 14th social media post, highlighted […]

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New York has 'outsized role to play' in crypto ecosystem — State regulator head

New York’s Increasing Influence on Crypto Regulation Adrienne Harris, head of the New York State Department of Financial Services (NYDFS), highlights New York’s significant role in shaping the crypto regulatory landscape. The NYDFS frequently advises federal legislators on regulatory processes, demonstrating its influence on national policy. Harris notes a shift in the NYDFS approach, transitioning […]

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Price predictions 5/14: BTC, ETH, XRP, BNB, SOL, DOGE, ADA, SUI, LINK, AVAX

Bitcoin’s price action remains a focal point in the cryptocurrency market. While it’s currently trading above $103,000, buyers face resistance around the previous all-time high of $109,588. However, significant Bitcoin accumulation by whales over the past month suggests potential for a new all-time high. This bullish sentiment extends to altcoins, with many analysts predicting an […]

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VanEck launches 'Onchain Economy' ETF

VanEck’s foray into the burgeoning digital economy is marked by the launch of its actively managed exchange-traded fund (ETF), the VanEck Onchain Economy ETF (NODE). Listed on the Cboe exchange, NODE offers investors broad exposure to the blockchain ecosystem. Its investment strategy encompasses companies directly involved in blockchain technology, including miners, exchanges, infrastructure providers, and […]

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How high can XRP price go?

XRP’s recent surge has captivated investors, with the cryptocurrency experiencing a remarkable 65% increase over the past month. Technical analysis suggests further gains are possible. A potential 45% rally could propel XRP to approximately $3.69 by June, fueled by a breakout from a multi-month falling wedge pattern and support from key exponential moving averages (EMAs). […]

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Canada 'got it wrong' labeling stablecoins securities — NDAX exec

Canada’s classification of stablecoins as securities in 2022 has drawn criticism. Tanim Rasul, COO of NDAX, argues that this categorization is flawed, contrasting it with Europe’s approach under MiCA, which treats stablecoins as payment instruments. This differing regulatory stance highlights a significant divergence in how major jurisdictions view stablecoins. The Canadian Securities Administrators (CSA) initially […]

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Bitcoin bulls aim for new all-time highs by next week as capital inflows soar

Bitcoin’s recent performance signals strong bullish momentum, fueled by steady investor confidence and significant capital inflows. Glassnode data reveals a $30 billion increase in Bitcoin’s realized cap since April 20th, reaching $900 billion. This growth, although slower than the late 2024 surge, indicates a 3% monthly growth rate in May and reflects sustained market interest. […]

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These five crypto figures vanished, died or fooled us all

The cryptocurrency world has witnessed several unsettling incidents involving death, faked death, and disappearances, leaving behind more questions than answers. These events highlight the industry’s opacity and the potential for manipulation. One notable case involves Jeffy Yu, a developer who faked his suicide on a livestream to promote a memecoin, LLJEFFY, which briefly reached a […]

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CFTC commissioner will step down to become Blockchain Association CEO

Summer Mersinger, a commissioner at the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), will become the next CEO of the Blockchain Association (BA), succeeding Kristin Smith. Mersinger’s departure from the CFTC, where she served since 2022, creates a vacancy for President Trump to fill. Her move to the BA is effective June 2nd, following Smith’s departure on […]

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The facet of TradFi most ripe for disruption is equities

The global financial system disproportionately favors the wealthy, limiting access to wealth-building tools like equities for billions. This inequality stems from the infrastructure underpinning traditional finance (TradFi), characterized by three key limitations: price, execution, and settlement. Price: Accurate, real-time pricing data is crucial for informed investment decisions. However, in TradFi, this data is often locked […]