Joseph Rees

France Drops Self-Custody Reporting Mandate

Key Takeaways: The French National Assembly axed an article requiring users to report self-custody crypto wallets over €5,000. Adan celebrated this win, which protects users in France, a nation suffering 40% of Europe’s wrench attacks. Scrapping the €5,000 reporting rule avoids future attacks fueled by leaked tax data, notes Telegram’s CEO. French National Assembly Drops…

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Silence Labs Launches Quantum-Safe Vault to Secure Crypto Custody

Key Takeaways: Silence Laboratories launched a quantum-safe vault using NIST’s 2024 ML-DSA standard. Bitgo and Infosys join early tests, signaling rising institutional focus on quantum risk. Silence Labs targets gradual adoption, with MPC upgrades to prep crypto for future threats. Infosys Backs Silence Labs Vault as Firms Test Quantum-Resistant Custody Model Silence Laboratories has introduced…

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28,000 Americans Sign Petition Urging Senate CLARITY Act Markup

Key Takeaways: Stand With Crypto delivered a petition urging Senate action on the CLARITY Act. Supporters say regulatory delays leave users, developers, and companies in gray areas. Committee markup remains the next step in the group’s legislative pressure campaign. Crypto Owners Press Senate for CLARITY Act Markup Stand With Crypto, America’s leading crypto advocacy organization,…

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XRP Eyes Bigger US Payments Role Amid Fed Access Talks

Key Takeaways: Evernorth’s CEO said limited Fed account access could reshape stablecoin settlement infrastructure. XRP could serve as a dollar movement rail after Federal Reserve settlement occurs. Regulatory proposals and Evernorth’s $1 billion raise add a public-market layer to the XRP strategy. Federal Reserve Access Debate Shapes Stablecoin Role A policy discussion shared April 30…

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CoinUp Hosts Web3 Jazz Night in Hong Kong, Outlines AI-Driven Platform Expansion

On April 20, 2026, cryptocurrency exchange CoinUp hosted its “Jazz Night” at The Murray Hotel, gathering global web3 professionals to discuss industry shifts and platform innovations. The event attracted over 1,500 on-site attendees, with peak capacity surpassing 600 people. Participants included traders, venture capitalists, project developers, and media representatives. Unlike traditional industry conferences, the gathering…

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Ripple Opens Dubai HQ as Regulated Payments Demand Rises

Key Takeaways: Ripple opened a Dubai headquarters to expand Middle East and Africa operations. Regional demand is rising for regulated blockchain payment, custody, and stablecoin services. Licensing progress positions Ripple to deepen bank, fintech, and enterprise partnerships. Ripple Expands Dubai Headquarters as Regional Demand Grows Ripple announced April 29 that it expanded its presence in…

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