Bybit CEO revealed how the exchange uses AI, both for external use and to help its users.

TL;DR Accessible Crypto Crime: Crypto drainers have evolved into a Drainer-as-a-Service model, enabling even low-skilled criminals to launch sophisticated crypto thefts for as little as $100. Mainstreaming the Underground: In a surprising twist, these malware tools are now showcased at IT industry fairs and cybersecurity expos, signaling a shift from shadowy operations to public displays.

Gate.io's futures services were temporarily suspended during the upgrade, though spot trading, deposits and withdrawals were unaffected.

Crypto exchange giant Coinbase is set to expand its footprint by hiring over 130 employees in Charlotte, North Carolina, as part of a broader push to tap into emerging fintech talent pools across the US, a company spokesperson confirmed to Cointelegraph.“Coinbase is making a new investment in Charlotte with a new physical office and an immediate commitment to hire for 130+ local rolls across both Compliance and Customer Support over the next six months,” the spokesperson said.

Loaded Lions: Mane City is starting a new chapter. With the Crypto.com Land: Fractured Fate NFT sale, players will get more access to more assets, gameplay, and unlock new strategies.

MicroStrategy 2.0:- Bitcoin's significance as a strategic asset has grown significantly. Today only it surpassed Google's market cap to become the fifth-largest asset with $1.862 trillion in market value.

XYRO secures strategic integration with SOFTSWISS and TrueLab to bridge Web2 and Web3 gaming, expanding its game library while enhancing $XYRO token utility.

This is the SEC's first crypto related case under new Chair Paul Atkins.

Binance, the largest crypto exchange by trading volume metrics, has strengthened its compliance regulations for users in South Africa, aligning with the country's regulatory demands.

Mercuryo, a global platform for payment infrastructure, announced today the official launch of Spend, a new crypto debit card powered exclusively by the Mastercard network. Available through Ledger Live, the official application for the secure management of cryptocurrencies and NFTs, the card allows users to make purchases in fiat currency using their digital tokens directly. With over 7 million users, Ledger represents one of the main players in the self-custody sector of cryptocurrencies. The introduction of the Spend card marks a significant step towards the integration between the Web3 world and the real economy, offering users the possibility to spend their digital assets in a simple, secure, and immediate way.

The agency's complaint charges Ramil Palafox with violating anti-fraud and registration provisions of federal securities laws.

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Binance plans to change how South African users make crypto deposits and withdrawals to ensure greater regulatory compliance.

As centralized stablecoins repeatedly break their pegs during market stress, a new wave of crypto-collateralized alternatives has emerged

The Kuwait Ministry of Interior (MoI) has issued a statement saying that crypto mining in the country is illegal and unlicensed. Officials from Kuwait's Ministry of Electricity, Water, and Renewable Energy have noted that there are over 1,000 crypto mining sites in the country.

Global payment infrastructure platform Mercuryo has announced the launch of a new cryptocurrency debit card on the Mastercard network. The new card, Spend, is available via companion app Ledger Live, and allows Ledger users to seamlessly make purchases using their digital holdings, which are converted to fiat currency.

Prediction market Polymarket has lowered the odds of Jerome Powell being removed as Federal Reserve Chair as Trump signals support.

Trump Media has partnered with Crypto.com and Yorkville America Digital to launch a series of “Made in America” crypto-focused ETFs under its Truth.Fi brand, marking its formal entry into the digital asset investment market.

Crypto drainers — malware designed to steal cryptocurrency — have become easier to access as the ecosystem evolves into a software-as-a-service (SaaS) business model.In an April 22 report, crypto forensics and compliance firm AMLBot revealed that many drainer operations have transitioned to a SaaS model known as drainer-as-a-service (DaaS). The report revealed that malware spreaders can rent a drainer for as little as 100 to 300 USDt (USDT).

European privacy regulators are working to bring blockchain technology in line with existing data protection rules.

Yuga Labs seeks to seize $400,000 in crypto from influencer Jeremy Cahen who allegedly evaded court judgment in Bored Ape trademark case.

SEC charges Ramil Palafox with running $198M crypto fraud that misappropriated $57M for luxury purchases while deceiving 90,000 investors.

Trump Media partners with Crypto.com to launch "Made in America" ETFs focusing on US industries and digital assets, expanding Trump's crypto ventures.

A brewing showdown between Europe's top financial institutions could shape how the world approaches crypto regulation in a Trump-led era. This week, tensions erupted between the European Central Bank (ECB) and the European Commission over how well Europe's new crypto laws can hold up if Trump's policies trigger a wave of financial volatility.

Paul Atkins, President Trump's nominee to chair the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, was formally sworn into office on April 21. Atkins, who is a long-time supporter of crypto, assumes the role of the 34th chair of the regulatory agency.

Grayscale is accelerating its ETF expansion as the company seeks new avenues for growth amid increasing competition in the crypto ETF market.

The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has charged Ramil Palafox, a dual US-Philippine national, with orchestrating a $198 million crypto scam.

Binance is set to implement new compliance measures for South African users, requiring sender and receiver information for all crypto deposits and withdrawals.In an official announcement on April 23, the largest cryptocurrency exchange in terms of daily trading volume of cryptocurrencies said the move comes in response to local regulatory demands. Starting April 30, 2025, Binance users in South Africa will be prompted to provide additional information when transferring crypto.

The Securities and Exchange Commission accused PGI Global's CEO of orchestrating an international scheme that raised $198 million under false crypto exchange claims.

TMTG finalized a binding agreement this week. It partnered with Crypto.com and Yorkville America Digital to launch a suite of ETFs and related products.

On April 22, Richard Heart shared on X that he and his crypto projects—HEX, PulseChain PLS, and PulseX —had "defeated the SEC completely" and gained “regulatory clarity that nearly no other coins have".

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The U.S. government's evolving approach to crypto regulation could mark a pivotal moment for payments innovation. “There's certainly a change in how the administration views the digital assets industry,” Dan Boyle, partner at Boies Schiller Flexner, told PYMNTS CEO Karen Webster.

Layer 1 blockchain Concordium, known for providing an enterprise-focused platform, has announced that four leading stablecoin platforms will issue their assets natively on its chain.

Trump Media and Technology Group (TMTG) has announced the new line of cryptocurrency-themed ETFs, following the agreement signed with Crypto.com. For the launch of the new ETFs, Trump Media will collaborate with Yorkville America Digital. The initiative, made public on April 22, represents a decisive step for the company in diversifying its activities, going beyond media and technology to embrace the world of investments. The new ETFs will be launched under the Truth.Fi brand and will offer combined exposure to digital assets and key sectors of the US economy, such as energy. Distribution will be entrusted to Foris Capital US LLC, the regulated broker-dealer division of Crypto.com, pending the necessary regulatory approvals.

U.S. endorsement of cryptocurrencies and promotion of dollar-based stablecoins has reportedly sparked tensions between the European Commission and the European Central Bank. ECB Dollar-Based Stablecoin Concerns Overblown U.S.

YouTubers Kyle Forgeard and John Shahidi, known as the Nelk Boys, are asking a California court to dismiss a lawsuit accusing them of misleading buyers in their Metacard non-fungible token (NFT) project.

A senior French central banker has warned that U.S. policy shifts promoting stablecoins could erode European monetary sovereignty in the absence of a digital euro.

Binance is working hard to improve its ties with Indian regulators and is enforcing stricter Know Your Customer (KYC) requirements. The crypto exchange previously faced several frictions with Indian regulators, including atemporal service disruptions.

The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has filed charges against Ramil Palafox, accusing him of running a large-scale investment scam that promised profits through Bitcoin BTC and foreign exchange trading.

A MEXC study reveals that airdrops drive over a third of new user registrations, surpassing referrals and organic sign-ups. The Commonwealth of Independent States region leads in airdrop participation, followed by Southeast and South Asia.

Bitcoin's 12% rally over the week and a surge in related exchange-traded fund inflows have analysts thinking it could soon reach $100,000, but one crypto analyst has said to temper hopes as a key indicator is still giving mixed signals.“Given that our stablecoin minting indicator has yet to return to high-activity levels, we remain cautious about the sustainability of the current Bitcoin rally,” 10x Research head of research Markus Thielen said in an April 23 markets report.

The SEC has yet again cracked down on crypto fraud. The agency has charged the man behind PGI Global, Ramil Palafox, for running a massive $198 million scam through his company, PGI Global, which falsely claimed to be a crypto and forex trading platform.

The Australian court found that the discontinued ‘Earner' product was a loan, not a managed investment scheme, dismissing ASIC's allegations. The post Australian Federal Court Dismisses ASIC Appeal, Favoring Crypto Lender Block Earner appeared first on Cryptonews.

Cryptocurrency markets are showing strong signs of recovery, with total capitalization reclaiming the psychological barrier.

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The enterprise-grade Layer 1 blockchain, Concordium, is set to significantly expand its stablecoin offerings, announcing that four distinct platforms – Agant, Noon, Deep Blue, and AEDX – will issue their respective stablecoins natively on its network.