Bitcoin price started a recovery wave above the $83,500 zone. BTC is now consolidating and might struggle to settle above the $85,500 zone.

Fraudulent tech workers with ties to North Korea are expanding their infiltration operations to blockchain firms outside the US after increased scrutiny from authorities, with some having worked their way into UK crypto projects, Google says.Google Threat Intelligence Group (GTIG) adviser Jamie Collier said in an April 2 report that while the US is still a key target, increased awareness and right-to-work verification challenges have forced North Korean IT workers to find roles at non-US companies. “In response to heightened awareness of the threat within the United States, they've established a global ecosystem of fraudulent personas to enhance operational agility,” Collier said.

The SEC has recently been dropping its lawsuit against crypto companies, including Coinbase, OpenSea and Immutable.

Metaplanet Inc. added 696 BTC in Q1 2025, using options to lower acquisition costs. The firm's total Bitcoin holdings reached 4,046 BTC. Japan's Metaplanet Grows Bitcoin War Chest to 4,046 BTC Japan's publicly listed bitcoin treasury company, Metaplanet Inc.

Kentucky's finance watchdog has dismissed its lawsuit against Coinbase over the exchange's staking rewards program, following its peers in Vermont and South Carolina.Kentucky's Department of Financial Institutions filed the stipulation to dismiss jointly with Coinbase on April 1, ending the state's legal action against the exchange first filed along with 10 other state regulators in June 2023. Coinbase chief legal officer Paul Grewal posted to X on April 1, calling for Congress “to end this litigation-driven, state-by-state approach with a federal market structure law.

Once a hotbed of digital speculation, the NFT space continues to unravel as major platforms back away, including Bybit.

Ripple's $50M settlement offer and ETF prospects lift XRP hopes, but SEC silence and macro risks weigh on near-term price outlook.

Leading cryptocurrencies spiked Tuesday ahead of President Donald Trump's tariff rollout on the symbolic "Liberation Day." Cryptocurrency Gains +/- Price (Recorded at 8:45 p.m.

According to a recent CryptoQuant Quicktake post, short-term Bitcoin (BTC) holders are choosing to retain their digital assets despite incurring unrealized losses. CryptoQuant contributor Onchained explained that short-term BTC holders have recorded significantly lower realized losses compared to their unrealized losses.

Market watchers are expecting massive chain reactions.

The on-chain analytics firm Glassnode has explained how the investors who bought at the Bitcoin top are showing conviction, not capitulation. 3 To 6 Months Old Bitcoin Buyers Have Been Holding Strong Recently In a new post on X, the on-chain analytics firm Glassnode has discussed a couple of Bitcoin investor cohorts.

Federal Judge Beryl Howell has allowed the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) to keep hold of the United States Institute of Peace (USIP) headquarters building, worth an estimated $500 million, according to a ruling issued on Tuesday. This decision follows several days of controversy over the building's status.

Gemini Trust and the SEC have requested a 60-day pause in their legal case over the Gemini Earn program to explore a potential resolution.

Across Binance and OKX, the top three most popular perpetual futures pairs have shown a decent price uptick (+2% to 2.5% over the last 24 hours) alongside a big jump in trading volume.

A powerful new federal bill offers full tax expensing to crypto miners capturing flared gas, turning wasted energy into bitcoin-fueled grid dominance. FLARE Act Sets the Stage for US Energy Reform and Bitcoin Mining Expansion U.S.

As the Trump Administration sets out tariff policy on “Liberation Day” Wednesday, many are pessimistic about the economy in general and crypto prices in particular. But there are strong reasons not to be, say analysts.

The request to stay Gemini v. SEC forms part of a broader regulatory pullback under Trump, following instances with Coinbase and Ripple.

VanEck's BNB ETF filing could enhance crypto market legitimacy and accessibility, potentially attracting more institutional investors to the space. The post VanEck registers first Binance Coin BNB ETF in US appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

2025 has already been a chaotic year for both Bitcoin (BTC 3.10%) and Solana (SOL 1.30%), with the former losing 6% of its value and the latter losing 28% even as both are exposed to major catalysts in the form of an emerging apparently pro-crypto regulatory regime in the U.S.

Shiba Inu's price action showed conflicting signs of different timeframes- but bulls have the upper hand now.

The venture plans to scale fast, mine Bitcoin cheaply, and expand the family's crypto footprint ahead of a potential public offering.

Recent XRP price action has sparked a new prediction from a crypto analyst, as a potential Head and Shoulders pattern emerges on the chart. The analyst warns that this technical formation could trigger a significant price correction for XRP, describing this downturn as the worst-case scenario.

The crypto market is on high alert as the possibility of further upward momentum in the Bitcoin price threatens to trigger a massive wave of liquidations. New data suggests that $9.41 billion worth of short positions could be wiped out if Bitcoin reaches the $90,000 price high.

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.

Bitcoin (BTC) price is surprisingly trading in the green as the broader financial landscape gears up for the implementation of President Donald Trump's reciprocal tariffs. Despite the current rally, it remains unknown how the BTC price will react to the tariffs in the long term.

In an industry built on bold ideas, broken norms, and a constant stream of innovation, April Fools' Day is more than a time for pranks; it's a mirror. This year's jokes played with history, poked fun at present tensions, and offered a surprising amount of insight, all under the banner of humor.

Backpack Exchange launched a claims process on April 1, 2025, to help former FTX EU clients recover their funds.

As the price of Bitcoin takes a hit, the market cap of top public miners is shrinking even further, JP Morgan said in a new report.

U.S. spot SOL ETF futures performance was 80x less compared to similar BTC products during their debut period.

Cardano (ADA) founder Charles Hoskinson believes memecoins are like celebrities who witness short-lived fame before flaming out.

Brian Armstrong of Coinbase pushes for stablecoin legislation enabling holders to earn onchain interest, likening it to savings accounts. His proposal coincides with ongoing congressional discussions and new stablecoin ventures tied to political figures. The post Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong Advocates For Onchain Interest-Based Stablecoin Legislation appeared first on Cryptonews.

Following a 35% decline in NEO's price, the Neo Foundation denied conducting token sales and launched a probe into large NEO transfers to Binance, clarifying its position amid community concerns. The post Neo Foundation Denies Token Sales, Probes Binance Transfers After 35% Drop appeared first on Cryptonews.

XRP price surged to $2.20 amid growing optimism over the upcoming stablecoin bill review. A breakout from a falling wedge signals bullish momentum Ripple (XRP) Stabilises at $2 as US Congress Reviews Stablecoin Bill on April 2 The cryptocurrency market witnessed a significant recovery this week, with Ripple's XRP rebounding 5% from a local bottom

Grayscale filed an S-3 Form with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on April 1 to register its multi-asset Grayscale Digital Large Cap Fund (GDLC) as an exchange-traded fund (ETF).

Bitcoin may be a useful hedge against inflation in the near future as market uncertainty is growing. In the long run, it may also be useful to envision Bitcoin differently, treating it as a barometer for the tech industry.

Coinbase receives half the revenue from Circle's USDC reserves, deepening ties between the crypto giants, a new IPO filing reveals.

During a briefing on April 1, Representative French Hill addressed the ongoing discussions surrounding the regulation of stablecoins. One key aspect that has garnered attention is the proposal to allow consumers to earn interest on their stablecoin holdings.

The Layer-2 blockchain of a popular meme coin has achieved a remarkable feat processing over 1 billion transactions since its inception in 2023. The significant milestone attained by Shibarium, the Layer-2 blockchain of Shiba Inu, could be an indication of the growing adoption of the token within the cryptocurrency space.

ETH's overall sentiment has remained negative in the past month and the update didn't change anything.

The US Department of the Treasury and other federal agencies are expected to disclose their holdings of Bitcoin (BTC) and other cryptocurrencies on April 5.

The U.S. Treasury will disclose its cryptocurrency holdings, including Bitcoin, on April 5, following Trump's executive order, potentially reshaping market dynamics and signaling a new era of federal crypto transparency. The post US Treasury and Federal Agencies to Disclose Crypto Holdings appeared first on Cryptonews.

The House Committee on Financial Services has confirmed that the markup session for the Stablecoin Transparency and Accountability for a Better Ledger Economy (STABLE) Act will take place on April 2. The session will review the Amendment in the Nature of a Substitute (ANS), a revised version of the bill introduced on March 26.

Andre Rebelo, known in Australia's crypto scene and former partner of influencer Grace Piscopo, has been sentenced to 25 years for the 2020 murder of his mother, a crime prosecutors say was fueled by mounting debt and fraudulent insurance claims. The post Australian Crypto Investor Andre Rebelo Sentenced to 25 Years for Murdering His Mother appeared first on Cryptonews.

Circle Internet Group Inc., a leading stablecoin operator, is aiming to go public with an S-1 filing that outlines major opportunities and challenges in the fast-evolving digital finance sector.

One of the great promises of Ethereum's (ETH 5.10%) blockchain is that it's a go-to for people wanting to use it for smart contracts. With the chain's rise came the inevitable proliferation of competitors aiming to provide such functionalities cheaper, faster, and better.

Bitcoin Magazine Bill That Authorizes Texas Comptroller Invest $250 Million Into Bitcoin Moves To Committee Texas House Bill (H.B.) 4258 authorizes the state's comptroller to invest funds from the state's Economic Stabilization Fund, often considered its “Rainy Day Fund”, into bitcoin and/or other cryptocurrencies. This post Bill That Authorizes Texas Comptroller Invest $250 Million Into Bitcoin Moves To Committee first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Frank Corva.

An exchange run by billionaire twins Tyler and Cameron Winklevoss may soon resolve a U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission lawsuit claiming they failed to register a cryptocurrency asset lending program before offering it to retail investors.

Cryptocurrency exchange Bybit announced Tuesday it will close its non-fungible token (NFT) marketplace on April 8 as the company refocuses on its core trading services. The decision comes after a February security breach that cost the company $1.46 billion in stolen digital assets, which is believed to be the biggest known heist of all time.