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Scarcity, Surveillance, and the Return of Hard Power Week In Review

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US Government Sends 2.44 BTC From Drug Case to Coinbase Prime in Fresh Wallet Activity

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Who Actually Maintains Bitcoin's Code? The Untold History Of Its Secret Guardians

Cryptocurrency

BTC Bulls Charge Past $73K as Weekly Gains Hit 9%

A Landmark Moment for Crypto As Iran Demands Bitcoin Payment From Oil Tankers Crossing the Strait of Hormuz

Iran is using Bitcoin for oil transit tolls, marking a significant use of cryptocurrency as sovereign payment amid U.S. sanctions.

New Zealand's Stacked Just Rebranded And Launched The Wallet That Could Make Bitcoin Actually Useful As Money Down Under

Stacked has launched a self-custodied Lightning wallet, positioning itself as a unique player in New Zealand's evolving Bitcoin exchange landscape.

4 hours ago

Scarcity, Surveillance, and the Return of Hard Power Week In Review

Bitcoin remains above $71,000, indicating institutional demand and potential for broader adoption amid macroeconomic developments and a 4-year cycle breakout test.

15 hours ago

US Government Sends 2.44 BTC From Drug Case to Coinbase Prime in Fresh Wallet Activity

The U.S. government transferred 2.44 BTC, valued over $177,000, linked to a steroid trafficking case to Coinbase Prime on April 10, 2026.

17 hours ago

Who Actually Maintains Bitcoin's Code? The Untold History Of Its Secret Guardians

Hal Finney played a crucial role in Bitcoin's early development and network stability.

BTC Bulls Charge Past $73K as Weekly Gains Hit 9%

Bitcoin surged past $73,000 despite a 0.9% inflation increase driven by high energy costs.

A Landmark Moment for Crypto As Iran Demands Bitcoin Payment From Oil Tankers Crossing the Strait of Hormuz

Iran is using Bitcoin for oil transit tolls, marking a significant use of cryptocurrency as sovereign payment amid U.S. sanctions.

New Zealand's Stacked Just Rebranded And Launched The Wallet That Could Make Bitcoin Actually Useful As Money Down Under

Stacked has launched a self-custodied Lightning wallet, positioning itself as a unique player in New Zealand's evolving Bitcoin exchange landscape.

Is Ripple (XRP) Quantum-Safe? A Top XRPL Validator Just Published a Full Audit

Quantum computing poses a significant risk to cryptocurrency encryption, with Bitcoin being more vulnerable than XRP.

11 hours ago

WLD Token Inflation Slows as Sam Altman's World Cuts Daily Unlock Rate

WLD token unlock rate will decrease by 43% on July 24, 2026, reducing daily emissions from 5.1M to 2.9M tokens.

14 hours ago

Bitwise Hyperliquid ETF Filing Updated Launch Could Be Near, Analyst Says

Bitwise Asset Management's BHYP ETF for HYPE token is nearing launch, with a 0.67% management fee and significant market interest.

Stablecoin Market Cap Hits All-Time High of $318.6B, Eyes $320 Billion Milestone

The stablecoin market reached an all-time high of $318.6 billion, needing just $1.4 billion to hit $320 billion.

Dollar-Pegged Crypto Market Crosses $317B Threshold With $1.24B in Weekly Inflows

Sky's USDS led stablecoin inflows with a 9.57% rise, adding over $779 million, while Tether maintains 58.04% market dominance.

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Stablecoin Market Cap Hits All-Time High of $318.6B, Eyes $320 Billion Milestone

The stablecoin market reached an all-time high of $318.6 billion, needing just $1.4 billion to hit $320 billion.

Dollar-Pegged Crypto Market Crosses $317B Threshold With $1.24B in Weekly Inflows

Sky's USDS led stablecoin inflows with a 9.57% rise, adding over $779 million, while Tether maintains 58.04% market dominance.

OKX Invests in Vietnam Exchange CAEX Ahead of Crypto Pilot

OKX's investment in CAEX supports Vietnam's regulated crypto trading initiative, aligning global firms with local operators for clearer oversight.

Iran's Hormuz Crypto Tolls a Significant Milestone' for State Adoption: Chainalysis

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps is using cryptocurrency to impose tolls on vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, enhancing state power and sanctions evasion.

Iran is demanding tankers in the Strait of Hormuz pay tolls in crypto: What we know so far | Fortune

Iran plans to impose tolls on ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz, requiring payment in cryptocurrency.

Iran's Hormuz Crypto Tolls a Significant Milestone' for State Adoption: Chainalysis

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps is using cryptocurrency to impose tolls on vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, enhancing state power and sanctions evasion.

Iran is demanding tankers in the Strait of Hormuz pay tolls in crypto: What we know so far | Fortune

Iran plans to impose tolls on ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz, requiring payment in cryptocurrency.

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FBI: Real estate fraud losses hit $275M in 2025

AI-generated scams are increasingly targeting seniors, resulting in significant financial losses through phishing, investment fraud, and cryptocurrency schemes.

Japan Passes Bill Reclassifying Crypto as Financial Instruments

Japan has reclassified cryptocurrencies as financial instruments to enhance market transparency and curb insider trading by 2027.

Japan Moves To Classify Bitcoin And Crypto As Financial Instruments Under New Bill

Japan's cabinet approved a draft amendment to classify cryptocurrencies as financial products under the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act.

Japan's Crypto Tax Win: What You Need to Know About the 2028 Timeline

Japan is reducing crypto tax from 55% to 20.315%, introducing a three-year loss carryforward to align crypto with traditional stocks.

Why Japan's Stablecoin Push May Be the Most Practical Crypto Story in the World Right Now

Japan's revised Payment Services Act establishes strict stablecoin issuer rules, creating a national financial infrastructure for stablecoins by 2026.

Green List: Japan Anchors 30+ Crypto Tokens in Regulated Framework

Japan's JVCEA Green List enables fast-tracked listings of over 30 approved tokens under FSA oversight, enhancing compliance and market access.

Japan Passes Bill Reclassifying Crypto as Financial Instruments

Japan has reclassified cryptocurrencies as financial instruments to enhance market transparency and curb insider trading by 2027.

Japan Moves To Classify Bitcoin And Crypto As Financial Instruments Under New Bill

Japan's cabinet approved a draft amendment to classify cryptocurrencies as financial products under the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act.

Japan's Crypto Tax Win: What You Need to Know About the 2028 Timeline

Japan is reducing crypto tax from 55% to 20.315%, introducing a three-year loss carryforward to align crypto with traditional stocks.

Why Japan's Stablecoin Push May Be the Most Practical Crypto Story in the World Right Now

Japan's revised Payment Services Act establishes strict stablecoin issuer rules, creating a national financial infrastructure for stablecoins by 2026.

Green List: Japan Anchors 30+ Crypto Tokens in Regulated Framework

Japan's JVCEA Green List enables fast-tracked listings of over 30 approved tokens under FSA oversight, enhancing compliance and market access.

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In Other News: Cyberattack Stings Stryker, Windows Zero-Day, China Supercomputer Hack

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Microsoft Finds Vulnerability Exposing Millions of Android Crypto Wallet Users

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Treasury debuts effort to share cyber threat intel with crypto firms

In Other News: Cyberattack Stings Stryker, Windows Zero-Day, China Supercomputer Hack

Cybersecurity developments include discussions on AI risks, new malware targeting crypto wallets, and collaboration among Japanese corporations to enhance security.

Microsoft Finds Vulnerability Exposing Millions of Android Crypto Wallet Users

A severe vulnerability in EngageLab's EngageSDK affects cryptocurrency wallet apps, risking exposure of sensitive user information.

fromNextgov.com

Treasury debuts effort to share cyber threat intel with crypto firms

The Treasury Department will share cyber threat intelligence with cryptocurrency firms to enhance their cybersecurity measures against increasing threats.

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TAO Plummets 25% as Bittensor Co-Founder Accused of Using Token Sales to Coerce Compliance

Covenant AI's exit from Bittensor was prompted by allegations that co-founder Jacob Steeves maintained centralized control, contradicting the project's decentralized mission. The fallout from this departure saw TAO plummet nearly 25% in just six hours, erasing over $650 million in market capitalization.

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XRP Led Global Crypto Fund Inflows Last Week With $119.6 Million: What's Driving the Demand for XRP?

XRP investment products saw $119.6 million in inflows, surpassing Bitcoin and other assets, primarily driven by European investors.

Cryptocurrency

Every Major Altcoin Dipped in Q1: Can XRP, Solana, and Ethereum Bounce Back in Q2?

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XRP Price Prediction: XRP Breaks Above $1.35 Again. Can It Rally to $2?

Will XRP Reclaim $2? Santiment's Latest MVRV Data Explained

XRP active wallets are down 41%, with MVRV ratio at its lowest since the 2022 FTX crash, indicating potential for a significant rally.

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XRP Price Prediction April 2026: Why Analysts Are Split Between $1.15 and $1.60

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XRP Price Breaches Key Support: XRP Crashed 50% the Last Time It Broke This Level

XRP Led Global Crypto Fund Inflows Last Week With $119.6 Million: What's Driving the Demand for XRP?

XRP investment products saw $119.6 million in inflows, surpassing Bitcoin and other assets, primarily driven by European investors.

Cryptocurrency

Every Major Altcoin Dipped in Q1: Can XRP, Solana, and Ethereum Bounce Back in Q2?

Cryptocurrency

XRP Price Prediction: XRP Breaks Above $1.35 Again. Can It Rally to $2?

Will XRP Reclaim $2? Santiment's Latest MVRV Data Explained

XRP active wallets are down 41%, with MVRV ratio at its lowest since the 2022 FTX crash, indicating potential for a significant rally.

6 days ago

Business

XRP Price Prediction April 2026: Why Analysts Are Split Between $1.15 and $1.60

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XRP Price Breaches Key Support: XRP Crashed 50% the Last Time It Broke This Level

VALR and Onafriq Pioneer Direct Local Currency Funding for African Crypto Users

VALR and Onafriq's integration enables mobile money funding for cryptocurrency wallets across 43 African markets, enhancing financial access for over 1.7 million users.

France news

France Advances Law Mandating Self Custody Funds' Disclosure

The French National Assembly passed a bill requiring disclosure of self-custody wallets holding over 5,000 euros.

$45 Million in Crypto Fraud Mapped as Operation Atlantic Identifies Victims Across US, UK, Canada

Operation Atlantic froze over $12 million in suspected criminal proceeds and identified more than 20,000 victims of cryptocurrency investment fraud.

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EngageLab SDK Flaw Exposed 50M Android Users, Including 30M Crypto Wallets

A security vulnerability in EngageLab SDK could have exposed millions of cryptocurrency wallet users to unauthorized data access.

fromTheregister

US, UK, Canadian cops disrupt $45M global crypto scam

Operation Atlantic is a joint initiative led by the US Secret Service, the UK National Crime Agency, the Ontario Provincial Police, and the Ontario Securities Commission, working with private-sector partners, to identify and contact potential victims and help them recover stolen funds.

Cryptocurrency

Bithumb Seeks Asset Freeze To Recover Bitcoin From $40B Error

Bithumb is pursuing legal action to recover bitcoin mistakenly distributed during a promotional event, with some users refusing to return the funds.

Bithumb Seeks Court Seizure of Assets to Recover Unreturned Bitcoin From $44B Blunder

Bithumb filed a lawsuit to recover 620,000 BTC mistakenly sent to users, resulting in a $44 billion clerical error.

Bithumb Seeks Asset Freeze To Recover Bitcoin From $40B Error

Bithumb is pursuing legal action to recover bitcoin mistakenly distributed during a promotional event, with some users refusing to return the funds.

Bithumb Seeks Court Seizure of Assets to Recover Unreturned Bitcoin From $44B Blunder

Bithumb filed a lawsuit to recover 620,000 BTC mistakenly sent to users, resulting in a $44 billion clerical error.

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ARIA Token Plummets 80% Moments After Reaching New All Time High

The utility token of the gaming platform Aria AI, ARIA, plummeted by more than 80% April 9, moments after hitting a new all-time high. Market data shows the token, which traded just below $0.78 around 6:15 a.m. EST, crashed to just over $0.10 in less than an hour.

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What London professionals are doing differently with their money in 2026 - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Londoners are rethinking their financial strategies due to rising costs and inflation, shifting focus from saving to growing their wealth.

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Cryptocurrency

Bitmine Debuts on NYSE With $4 Billion Buyback Plan

Bitmine Immersion Technologies uplisted to the NYSE and expanded its share repurchase program to $4 billion to enhance shareholder returns.

Bitmine Reaches 4.803 Million ETH, Announces NYSE Uplisting

Bitmine Immersion Technologies holds $11.4 billion in crypto, cash, and equity, with 4.803 million ETH as the largest Ethereum treasury.

Bitmine Debuts on NYSE With $4 Billion Buyback Plan

Bitmine Immersion Technologies uplisted to the NYSE and expanded its share repurchase program to $4 billion to enhance shareholder returns.

Bitmine Reaches 4.803 Million ETH, Announces NYSE Uplisting

Bitmine Immersion Technologies holds $11.4 billion in crypto, cash, and equity, with 4.803 million ETH as the largest Ethereum treasury.

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ZachXBT Publishes Leaked DPRK Payment Data Showing $1M Monthly Crypto-to-Fiat Pipeline

The internal platform at the center of the investigation was luckyguys.site, also referred to internally as WebMsg. It functioned as a Discord-style messenger, allowing DPRK IT workers to report payments to their handlers.

Cryptocurrency

Bitcoin ETFs Extend Outflows Despite Morgan Stanley's $31 Million Debut

Bitcoin ETFs experienced significant outflows despite Morgan Stanley's new fund attracting $30.6 million in inflows.

Crypto ATM Giant Discloses $3.7 Million Bitcoin Theft Following Cyberattack

Bitcoin Depot lost over 50 bitcoins in a cyberattack, prompting a review of IT security and potential regulatory implications.

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'Misinformation, hype, and fraud': Inside Ben McKenzie's scathing new crypto doc-featuring Sam Bankman-Fried

Ben McKenzie warns that cryptocurrency is a major Ponzi scheme and primarily a form of gambling, not a legitimate currency.

Bhutan State Bitcoin Wallet Drops to 3,954 BTC After Latest Sale

Druk Holding & Investments transferred 319.7 BTC valued at $23 million, continuing a significant drawdown of Bhutan's bitcoin reserves.

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Newly created Polymarket accounts win big on well-timed Iran ceasefire bets

New accounts on Polymarket made profitable bets on a US-Iran ceasefire despite escalating tensions and uncertainty before the announcement.

Polymarket's April 2026 Upgrade: New Stablecoin, Faster Order Matching, Smart Contract Wallet Support

Polymarket launched Polymarket USD, replacing bridged USDC.e, with a major upgrade to its trading engine and smart contracts.

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Newly created Polymarket accounts win big on well-timed Iran ceasefire bets

New accounts on Polymarket made profitable bets on a US-Iran ceasefire despite escalating tensions and uncertainty before the announcement.

Polymarket's April 2026 Upgrade: New Stablecoin, Faster Order Matching, Smart Contract Wallet Support

Polymarket launched Polymarket USD, replacing bridged USDC.e, with a major upgrade to its trading engine and smart contracts.

Morgan Stanley MSBT Bitcoin ETF Launch Draws $34M

Morgan Stanley launched the first U.S. spot bitcoin ETF, MSBT, with a competitive fee structure and significant initial inflows.

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British crypto billionaire Ben Delo says he has given 4m to Reform UK

Ben Delo donated £4m to Reform UK, citing a desire for political change and honesty in government.

The New York Times says it found Satoshi Nakamoto, the inventor of Bitcoin. Not so fast. | Fortune

John Carreyrou claims to have identified Satoshi Nakamoto as British computer scientist Adam Back through circumstantial evidence and business activities.

South Korea Implements Unified Crypto Withdrawal Rules to Combat Phishing

South Korea's regulators implemented stricter cryptocurrency withdrawal standards to combat voice phishing, reducing exception eligibility by over 99%.

Russia Moves to Formalize Cryptocurrency Market With New Legislation

Russia's State Duma introduced bills to regulate crypto transactions, capping non-qualified investors at $3,730 annually and mandating tax reporting.

South Korea Implements Unified Crypto Withdrawal Rules to Combat Phishing

South Korea's regulators implemented stricter cryptocurrency withdrawal standards to combat voice phishing, reducing exception eligibility by over 99%.

Russia Moves to Formalize Cryptocurrency Market With New Legislation

Russia's State Duma introduced bills to regulate crypto transactions, capping non-qualified investors at $3,730 annually and mandating tax reporting.

Currenc Group Tokenizes Ordinary Shares on Ethereum and Solana via Securitize

Securitize has tokenized Currenc Group shares on Ethereum and Solana, marking a significant advancement in public equity tokenization.

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Coinbase Slapped With Underweight Rating at Barclays: Is Crypto's Favorite Stock Heading to $140?

Barclays initiated coverage of Coinbase with an Underweight rating and a $140 price target, indicating bearish sentiment on the stock.

Binance Founder CZ Shares Untold Story in New Book: Freedom of Money

Changpeng Zhao's memoir details his journey from rural China to leading Binance, addressing crypto's rise and the need for stricter industry oversight.

FBI: Cybercrime Losses Neared $21 Billion in 2025

Cyber-enabled crime losses increased by 26% in 2025, nearing $21 billion, with investment fraud being the most significant contributor.

Here Are Wednesday's Top Wall Street Analyst Research Calls: Coinbase Global, Diamondback Energy, Deere, Doximity, Dutch Bros., Johnson & Johnson, Robinhood Markets, Verizon and More

Futures are exploding higher, as President Trump chose not to 'end civilization in Iran' and agreed to a two-week pause on attacks on Iran.

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ZEC Outperforms Bitcoin With 25% Surge Following Ceasefire

Zcash surged 25% to nearly $335 after a U.S.-Iran ceasefire announcement, outperforming bitcoin and boosting its market cap to $5.4 billion.

Rwanda Central Bank: Crypto P2P Trading With FRW Carries Serious Financial Risks

Rwanda's National Bank warned that peer-to-peer crypto trading with the Rwandan franc is unauthorized and carries no legal protection for users.

Rwanda Reaffirms Crypto Ban After Bybit Adds Franc Support

Rwanda's central bank prohibits cryptocurrency transactions involving the Rwandan franc, emphasizing financial risks and legal protections.

Rwanda Central Bank: Crypto P2P Trading With FRW Carries Serious Financial Risks

Rwanda's National Bank warned that peer-to-peer crypto trading with the Rwandan franc is unauthorized and carries no legal protection for users.

Rwanda Reaffirms Crypto Ban After Bybit Adds Franc Support

Rwanda's central bank prohibits cryptocurrency transactions involving the Rwandan franc, emphasizing financial risks and legal protections.

Morph Report Shows Stablecoins Reshaping Global Payments Infrastructure

Stablecoins reached a $312 billion market cap in 2025, indicating a significant shift towards everyday financial applications beyond trading.

When Crypto Beats Stablecoins: Ripple's Schwartz Says He'd Pick XRP or BTC Over USD for Locked Funds

XRP and BTC provide better global utility and long-term growth potential compared to stablecoins, which are limited by fiat currency ties.

Morph Report Shows Stablecoins Reshaping Global Payments Infrastructure

Stablecoins reached a $312 billion market cap in 2025, indicating a significant shift towards everyday financial applications beyond trading.

When Crypto Beats Stablecoins: Ripple's Schwartz Says He'd Pick XRP or BTC Over USD for Locked Funds

XRP and BTC provide better global utility and long-term growth potential compared to stablecoins, which are limited by fiat currency ties.

Cryptocurrency

Jamie Dimon warns of growing crypto competition in annual JPMorgan shareholder letter: 'We need to roll out our own blockchain technology' | Fortune

Cryptocurrency

Bitgo CEO Proposes Using a Public Blockchain as the Ultimate Solution for Government Fraud

Jamie Dimon warns of growing crypto competition in annual JPMorgan shareholder letter: 'We need to roll out our own blockchain technology' | Fortune

Jamie Dimon acknowledges blockchain technology as a competitor and emphasizes the need for JPMorgan to enhance its own blockchain capabilities.

Bitgo CEO Proposes Using a Public Blockchain as the Ultimate Solution for Government Fraud

Mike Belshe proposes using a public blockchain to combat state and federal fraud, potentially addressing losses of up to $521 billion annually.

Ripple Highlights $205B in Africa On-Chain Value With 52% Growth

Africa's digital asset adoption is rapidly expanding, driven by regulatory clarity and institutional demand, with $205B+ in on-chain value.

Demand For Crypto Pay Surges, But Payroll Systems Fall Behind: Research

A significant portion of workers are interested in receiving part of their pay in cryptocurrency, despite limited employer offerings.

FDIC Proposes GENIUS Act Rules for Bank Stablecoin Issuers: 1:1 Reserves and 2-Day Redemptions Required

The FDIC approved a rule for stablecoin issuers requiring 1:1 reserves and redemption within two business days, with a comment period ending before July 2026.

Report: Meme Prediction Market App Giggles Raises $1.2M as Crypto Social Apps Compete for Gen Z

Justin Jin, born October 5, 2006, in Vancouver, raised $1,234,567 from crypto VC 1kx for his meme prediction market app, Giggles, on April 7, 2026.

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FBI Reports $11.37B in Crypto Scam Losses as US Fraud Hits Record High

Americans reported $11.37 billion in cryptocurrency-related losses to the FBI in 2025, the highest annual total on record.

Even A 1% Bitcoin Allocation Can Drastically Reshape Portfolio Risk, Schwab Finds

Portfolio cryptocurrency allocation should focus on investor volatility tolerance rather than just expected returns.

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fromTechCrunch

A teenage Minecraft YouTuber raised $1,234,567 for a meme prediction market called Giggles. It broke me. | TechCrunch

Justin Jin's Giggles app combines trading and social media, allowing users to invest in viral content and engage for extended periods.

India Issues Tax Notices to Crypto Traders Over Unreported Activity From Earlier Years

India is intensifying scrutiny of cryptocurrency activity, issuing notices that may reopen past filings and pressure traders to justify discrepancies.

South Korean Fintech Toss Targets Web3 Finance With Proprietary Mainnet and 24 Stablecoin Trademarks

Toss is developing a layer one blockchain mainnet and native cryptocurrency to enhance its financial services for 30 million users in South Korea.

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Latam Insights: Global Pix, Mercado Libre Ends Token

Brazil's Central Bank plans to launch International Pix for global payments, while Mercado Libre ends its mercado coin.

USDC Freeze Controversy: ZachXBT Says Circle Froze 16 Legitimate Wallets, Missed Real Hacks

ZachXBT identified 15 cases of over $420M in illicit USDC flows that Circle failed to freeze promptly since 2022.

Ethereum Foundation Reaches 70,000 ETH Staking Target With $93 Million April Deposit

The Ethereum Foundation staked 45,034 ETH, nearing its 70,000 ETH target to generate annual yields without selling assets.

Human Error, Not Hacking, Cited as Top Cause for Crypto Access Loss

Human error is the leading cause of cryptocurrency access loss, affecting 35% of holders, primarily due to forgotten passwords and lost seed phrases.