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Lawmaker alleges Trump wants to replace US dollar with his stablecoin

California Representative Maxine Waters, ranking member of the US House Financial Services Committee, used her opening statement at a markup hearing to criticize President Donald Trump’s business and ethical entanglements with the crypto…

FDUSD stablecoin depegs following insolvency claims by Justin Sun

The First Digital US dollar-pegged stablecoin (FDUSD) depegged on April 2 following claims of insolvency from Tron network founder Justin Sun, who said that the issuer of the tokenized fiat equivalent, First Digital, is insolvent.First Digital…

BlackRock Gains UK FCA Registration as Crypto Asset Firm: Implications for Investors & the Future of Digital Assets

Key Takeaways: BlackRock secures UK FCA registration, paving the way for expanded crypto offerings. BlackRock offers regulated Bitcoin exposure through iShares Bitcoin ETP in Europe. Comments from Ripple’s CEO fuel speculation about a…

Price analysis 4/2: BTC, ETH, XRP, BNB, SOL, DOGE, ADA, TON, LINK, LEO

Bitcoin (BTC) bulls have pushed the price above the $87,000 level even as US trade tariffs are slated to kick in on April 2. Bitcoin may remain volatile in the near term, but analysts remain bullish for the long term.According to Fidelity analyst…

BingX Launches StakeStone Launchpool to Unlock Staking and Cross-Chain Liquidity

This content is provided by a sponsor. PRESS RELEASE. PANAMA CITY, April 2, 2025 – BingX, a global leading cryptocurrency exchange, is excited to introduce StakeStone (STO) to the BingX Launchpool, offering its users a zero-fee staking experience…

Most opportune time to buy Bitcoin? Now — Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan explains why

If you’ve ever wondered when is the right time to invest in Bitcoin (BTC), you won’t want to miss our latest interview with Matt Hougan. As the chief investment officer at Bitwise, Hougan provides an in-depth analysis, explaining why…

VanEck Files Delaware Trust for Possible BNB ETF in the U.S

Key Takeaways: VanEck has applied to create a Delaware trust for a possible spot BNB ETF, so registering the first such filing in the United States. Already in Europe are BNB-related exchange-traded products (ETPs), such as the 21Shares BNB ETP…

Russia Considers Extended Ban on Cryptocurrency Mining in Irkutsk Region

Key Takeaways: Beginning on April 1, 2025, and extending until at least 2031, Russia may impose a year-round moratorium on cryptocurrency mining in the southern Irkutsk region. Igor Kobzev, the governor of Irkutsk, has advocated for the restriction…

Cardano Founder Reveals What Will Onboard 3 Billion New Users Into Crypto

The crypto market spent most of March on a steady downtrend. Cryptocurrency prices across the board struggled on a downfall as investor caution and a lack of momentum suppressed the bullish narrative that dominated January and early February. With…

Bitcoin breaks $86K as US tariff 'Liberation Day' risks 11% BTC price dip

Bitcoin (BTC) reached new April highs at the April 2 Wall Street open as markets braced for US “Liberation Day.”BTC/USD 1-hour chart. Source: Cointelegraph/TradingViewBitcoin teases breakout in US tariff countdownData from Cointelegraph…

TOKEN2049 Dubai: 30 Days to Go – On Track to Sell Out Amid Record-Breaking Demand

This content is provided by a sponsor. PRESS RELEASE. Dubai, UAE — April 2nd — This time next month, TOKEN2049 – the world’s largest crypto event – will bring together 15,000 attendees from over 4,000 companies and more than 160 countries in Dub

Musk’s government-efficiency blockchain: What could go wrong and what could go right?

Opinion by: James Strudwick, executive director, Starknet FoundationThe outlook surrounding the use of new technologies has shifted in Washington. Tesla CEO and presidential adviser Elon Musk’s proposition to incorporate blockchain technology…

Three South Korean Crypto Fraudsters Sentenced for 30% Monthly Gains

Key Takeaways: Three people were jailed by a South Korean court for operating a Bitcoin Ponzi scam that cheated investors out of 610 million won, or about $460,000. The scheme promised 30% monthly profits but actually misappropriated money for…

Solana Outperforms Ethereum: What This Means for Crypto Investors and Why Solaxy Could Be the Next Big Opportunity

The crypto market is once again facing extreme volatility amidst the rising threat of U.S. tariff politics that have caused all coins to trade in red this week. They are going to commence on 2nd April, targeting the auto, pharmaceuticals, and…

Coreum: How a 7,000 TPS Blockchain Is Shaping the Future of Regulated Finance

A new report by Cointelegraph Research explores Coreum’s role in institutional blockchain adoption. It analyzes the project’s technical architecture, compliance framework and its potential impact on regulated asset tokenization. The…

Mastercard Embarks on Multi-Token Network, Pursues “Venmo-Like” Crypto Experience

Key Takeaways: Mastercard is developing its Multi-Token Network (MTN) for digital asset payments. The network aims for a compliant, user-friendly experience in the vein of popular payment apps. This strategy for digital assets is backed by…