Bybit has entered a partnership with crypto custodian Zodia Custody to segregate its custody for institutional clients.

North Korea's nuclear weapons aren't getting funded by coal or taxes. They're being powered by stolen crypto.

US President Donald Trump's tariffs sent the crypto market tumbling along with all the major financial markets. Bitcoin (BTC) nosedived 4% to revisit $82,000, Solana (SOL) crashed 7%, while Ethereum (ETH) dipped 3% to hover around the $1,800 mark.

The U.S. Department of the Treasury has imposed fresh sanctions aimed at dismantling the financial networks supporting Yemen's Houthi movement. The post U.S. Sanctions Russian Crypto Exchange Garantex in Crackdown on Houthi Funding appeared first on Cryptonews.

U.S.-based crypto exchange Kraken has reportedly joined forces with regulated British full-service clearing bank ClearBank to offer pound-based services for clients in the U.K. British bank ClearBank has expanded its role in the crypto market by partnering with U.S.

TL;DR The crypto market lost more than 507 million dollars in liquidations following Donald Trump's announcement of new tariffs. Over 176,000 traders were liquidated, with Bitcoin and Ethereum being the most affected cryptocurrencies. Despite the crash, many in the crypto sector view this as a long-term opportunity amid growing instability from traditional economic policies.

Crypto exchange HashKey launches its first AI-driven product, ModAI. The firm also plans to expand its product to include AI agents that can trade on the blockchain.

The exchange has announced that customers in the EU can now use PayPal. The goal is that its users can fund their purchases directly in the Crypto.com App.

The DePIN Token Economics Report, authored by Tom Trowbridge—co-founder of Fluence and host of the DePINed Podcast—offers an insightful analysis of the emerging Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Network (DePIN).

Analysts expected traditional investors to turn to crypto as the tariffs trigger uncertainty in the stock markets; however, they have turned to gold and silver instead.

UAE-based CLS Global pleaded guilty to charges of market manipulation and wire fraud in January, following an FBI sting operation.

The crypto market saw turbulence on April 1, with several mid- and low-cap tokens experiencing sharp corrections. Traders expecting a routine start to the month were met instead with liquidations, red candles, and a selloff across various altcoins. But not all tokens cracked under pressure.

The bank's decision will depend on regulatory developments in Brazil and the success of stablecoin rollouts by U.S. financial institutions.

In a context where crypto is infiltrating the corridors of power, an accusation shakes Washington. Representative Maxine Waters, a key figure of the Financial Services Committee, accuses Donald Trump of manipulating the legislative chessboard to impose his own crypto interests.

Founder & CEO of Professional Capital Management, Anthony Pompliano has praised the new tariffs introduced by President Donald Trump on Wednesday, arguing that they highlight the inefficiencies of traditional financial systems and bolster the case for decentralized finance solutions like Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC). What Happened: Speaking on a podcast, Pompliano linked the tariffs to broader economic shifts, while the crypto market faced significant declines amid fears of a global trade war sparked by the new policy.

Cryptocurrency listings have outperformed the average of traditional stock listings, despite recent community criticism regarding the manipulation potential of token listings on centralized exchanges.Token listing procedures on centralized cryptocurrency exchanges (CEXs) drew significant controversy after Changpeng “CZ” Zhao, co-founder and former CEO of Binance, called the process flawed after disappointing performances of some token listings. Despite the criticism, crypto exchanges have outperformed traditional stock exchanges in terms of listings with positive returns on investment (ROI) and average ROI, according to an April 3 CoinMarketCap report shared exclusively with Cointelegraph.

The attack on Bybit in February, which saw nearly $1.5 billion worth of digital assets stolen, was the largest hack of a crypto exchange in dollar terms ever.

Influenced by the United States' changing crypto regulatory landscape, Brazil is considering issuing its own stablecoin. In a recent development, Brazil's largest bank, Itaú Unibanco, is exploring the launch of a proprietary stablecoin, potentially extending its services to more than 55 million customers.

On April 3, Binance announced that it would add a new set of tokens to its monitoring list. These tokens are under closer scrutiny and may face delisting following the upcoming review period.

The US Treasury Department sanctioned eight cryptocurrency wallet addresses linked to Russian crypto exchange Garantex and the Houthis.The United States Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) sanctioned eight crypto addresses that data from blockchain forensic firms Chainalysis and TRM Labs had linked to the organizations. Two are deposit addresses at major crypto platforms, while the other six are privately controlled.

The US Treasury Department sanctioned eight cryptocurrency wallet addresses linked to Russian crypto exchange Garantex and the Yemeni political and military organization the Houthis.The United States Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) sanctioned eight crypto addresses that data from blockchain forensic firms Chainalysis and TRM Labs had linked to the organizations. Two are deposit addresses at major crypto platforms, while the other six are privately controlled.

As Donald Trump's tariff storm continues to disrupt markets, Geoff Kendrick, Head of Digital Asset Research at Standard Chartered, has made bold predictions about which cryptocurrencies could surge in the near future.

TL;DR Treasure DAO has laid off 15 contributors and canceled key initiatives as part of a major restructuring to reduce its $8.3 million annual burn rate. The project aims to extend its financial runway until February 2026 by withdrawing $785,000 in idle funds from Flowdesk and focusing on just four core products.

Fidelity Investments, the third largest investment manager in the world, having $7 trillion in assets, announced a new Crypto Individual Retirement Account (IRA), allowing clients to invest directly into cryptocurrencies. The move signifies a seismic shift in the retirement industry.

If Bitcoin holders were starting to look uneasy following the sweeping reciprocal tariffs that President Trump imposed on the world on Wednesday, holders of altcoins could be feeling something akin to desperation. Is crypto about to plunge even further?

Bankrupt FTX has received court approval to reject creditor claims from users who failed to begin the Know Your Customer (KYC) process before March 3, 2025. The April 2 court filing includes 2,378 pages of invalidated claims, representing around 500,000 entries.

TL;DR U.S. lawmakers are advancing the Anti-CBDCs Surveillance State Act to block the Federal Reserve from issuing a digital dollar, citing concerns over privacy and government overreach. Critics argue that CBDCs could enable mass surveillance and centralized control, threatening individual freedoms and financial sovereignty.

Mesh, a leader in crypto payments, strengthens its commitment to the Web 3.0 ecosystem by joining Unchained Summit Dubai as a Platinum Sponsor. This partnership will fuel discussions on seamless digital asset payments and the future of decentralized finance.

Cybersecurity firm Kaspersky disclosed that hackers are utilizing malware installed in Android devices to steal crypto. The Cybersecurity firm suggested that users take caution.

The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Gemini have requested a pause on the watchdog's lawsuit against the crypto exchange over its Earn program. This move follows the regulator's efforts to resolve most major crypto litigations outside of the Court.

Kyrgyzstan continues to solidify its position as a regional crypto hub. The country is advancing its digital asset regulation, testing legal frameworks, and launching licensed platforms.

Former New York Governor and current New York mayoral candidate Andrew Cuomo served as a paid adviser to the offshore cryptocurrency exchange OKX, according to a report by Bloomberg. Major platforms like Binance and FTX have faced intense scrutiny over compliance failures, leading to publicly chronicled billion-dollar settlements, among other consequences.

The US crypto strategic reserve may set a new standard for digital asset security, making crypto transactions safer and resilient against emerging threats.

Following President Trump's Tariff announcement that shook the markets across the world, the crypto market has plunged back into a state of “Extreme Fear,” reflecting a sharp drop in investor confidence.

Binance co-founder Changpeng “CZ” Zhao donated over half a million dollars worth of crypto to the earthquake disaster relief effort in Thailand and Myanmar, in another testament to the growing utility of blockchain-based emergency charity efforts.Zhao donated 1,000 BNB (BNB) tokens worth almost $600,000 to the disaster relief funds for the region on March 3, blockchain data shows. Zhao donates 1,000 BNB.

Kaspersky Labs uncovered a very sophisticated cyber scam involving thousands of counterfeit Android smartphones that are preloaded with the Triada Trojan malware.

Android smartphones sold online at discounted prices are being shipped with hidden malware that can steal crypto and personal data, according to an April 1 report from the cybersecurity firm Kaspersky.

Kraken announced it has officially secured a Restricted Dealer registration in Canada, reinforcing its commitment to serving Canadian crypto investors while adhering to enhanced investor protection guidelines for crypto exchanges. This follows a rigorous pre-registration undertaking process, ensuring that Kraken meets the highest industry standards in governance, security, and compliance.

Nigeria's President Bola Tinubu has signed a new law strengthening SEC oversight of cryptocurrencies and classifying them as securities.

Amid the current volatility in the cryptocurrency market, making a minor trading loss is understandable, but losing one's funds to malicious actors could be very damaging. Yet, people frequently fall victim to scammers who compromise users' online accounts, a trend Binance CEO Richard Teng just commented on.

Zodia Custody, a digital asset custody platform, and Bybit, the world's second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, have partnered up to promote institutional crypto security, according to the reports shared with Finbold on Thursday, April 3.

The US Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) withdrew two crypto-related staff advisories in yet another shift in the country's regulatory efforts. Both decisions were effective immediately. The post US CFTC Withdraws Two Crypto Staff Advisories Due to ‘Market Maturity' appeared first on Cryptonews.

US lawmakers are moving closer to defining a national regulatory framework for stablecoins, with a major stablecoin bill advancing in Congress. On April 2, the House Financial Services Committee approved the STABLE Act of 2025 (H.R.

Binance, one of the world's largest cryptocurrency exchanges, has expanded its monitoring tags to include more crypto assets, which implies delisting risks.

The sanctioned crypto wallets were used to finance arms procument and other activities.

South Korea is progressing with its CBDC trial. Major firms like 7-Eleven are set to join the trial, and retail participation is the focus.

Collecto, the Web3 startup focused around offering fractional ownership of exclusive items such as modern art, luxury watches, etc., has successfully closed its €2.8 million seed-funding round.

Former New York governor Andrew Cuomo advised Seychelles-based OKX on policy issues and how to deal with the federal investigation. The post NY Mayoral Frontrunner Cuomo Worked as a Paid Advisor to OKX to Deal with Federal Probe: Report appeared first on Cryptonews.