Central Bank of Brazil Issues Ban on Crypto Utilization As Part of Regulated Cross-Border Settlement System Key Takeaways: On April 30, the Central Bank of Brazil issued Resolution 561, banning crypto in cross-border payments. Analyst Victor Alfa notes this 2025-reviewed ban forces firms to abandon on-chain efficiency for fiat. Taking effect on October 1, the…
Key Takeaways: Justin Sun identifies crypto cards as the “next evolution,” capitalizing on a $310 billion stablecoin market that has moved from speculation to real-world utility. Tron hosts more USDT in circulation than any other chain, giving it a direct stake in the crypto card distribution race. Crypto card volumes grew to rival peer-to-peer stablecoin…
Key Takeaways: Riot deposited 500 BTC worth $38.24M to NYDIG, extending its sustained 2026 sell streak. The move adds persistent supply pressure from one of the largest publicly listed bitcoin miners globally. Analysts are watching whether sustained miner liquidation will cap BTC price gains heading into Q2 2026. Offloading continues Onchain data confirms the latest…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
Key Takeaways: Bitcoin ETFs saw $137.8M outflows, led by Blackrock IBIT, marking 3 straight outflow days. Ether ETFs lost $87.73M as Fidelity FETH dropped, signaling broader market caution. XRP ETFs gained $3.59M via Bitwise, while Solana stayed flat for the third day in a row. Traders Push $2.04B Through Bitcoin ETFs as Outflows Reshape Outlook…
