TL;DR Dominant Narratives: Tokens AI and memecoins captured 62.8% of global crypto interest in Q1 2025, with AI leading at 35.7% and memecoins at 27.1%. Political and Market Catalysts: Memecoin interest surged around political events, while AI tokens gained traction for their transformative potential across industries.

North Korean hackers linked to the $1.4 billion Bybit exploit are reportedly targeting crypto developers using fake recruitment tests infected with malware. Cybersecurity outlet The Hacker News reported that crypto developers have received coding assignments from malicious actors posing as recruiters.

This move could give Russia greater control over its financial system. Western sanctions have made international payments more difficult.

After stepping out of the US market, crypto exchange OKX has announced a return to the country. The trading platform shared the news in a blog post on April 16, revealing plans to establish its headquarters in San Jose, California.

Falling altcoin prices depressed DeFi TVLs in Q1 2025 while bitcoin dominance grew and trading volumes backpedaled.

VanEck, a global asset management firm, plans to launch a new cryptocurrency-focused exchange-traded fund (ETF) under the NODE ticker on May 14.

The South Korean crypto exchange Upbit has announced a new listing for a wallet-focused altcoin, triggering explosive price action. According to a new announcement, Upbit is supporting Wallet Connect (WCT) for trading over the Optimism (OP) network on its platform starting Wednesday.

TL;DR Fundraising Milestone: Galaxy Ventures Fund I LP shattered its initial $150 million target and is now set to top between $175 million and $180 million by the end of June, defying current market headwinds.

TL;DR VanEck is set to launch the NODE ETF on May 14, providing exposure to 30 to 60 stocks tied to the crypto ecosystem, including exchanges, Bitcoin miners, and data centers. NODE aims to democratize access to the sector without requiring direct purchase of digital assets.

Jerome Powell has suggested a potential loosening of crypto-related banking rules, as the SEC simultaneously holds a roundtable with industry leaders to address crypto custody.

Coinbase's Base network faced backlash after a tweet linked to a meme coin that soared to a $17.1 million market cap before crashing 90%, prompting Coinbase to clarify it had no official involvement with the token. The post Coinbase Distances Base from Viral Meme Coin After 90% Crash Post $17.1M Surge appeared first on Cryptonews.

Here's why stablecoin outpacing Visa in volume is crucial market shift for the sector.

Coinbase-backed Layer-2 network Base is under fire from the crypto community after promoting a so-called “Content Coin” that lost nearly all its value shortly after launch.

China is sitting on a growing mountain of seized crypto assets, but has no clear legal roadmap.

Changpeng “CZ” Zhao, former CEO of Binance, stated Thursday that he had encountered an AI-generated video that replicated his voice so accurately that he could not distinguish it from a real recording.

Changpeng “CZ” Zhao, former CEO of Binance, stated Thursday that he had encountered an AI-generated video that replicated his voice so accurately that he could not distinguish it from a real recording.

Local experts assess that, while useful, regular dollars will not impact the use of stablecoins in Argentina, given their unique characteristics and value proposition. Instead, some believe that the adoption of these dollar-proxy tokens will increase, as they create new investment opportunities.

Cryptocurrency markets are showing several converging signs of weakness, suggesting a potential onset of another “crypto winter,” according to a recent report by Coinbase Institutional. Despite a brief price recovery in Bitcoin, broader indicators are flashing caution due to sustained macroeconomic uncertainty and diminished capital inflow into the sector.

Powell pointed to potential risks arising from ongoing tariffs and policy changes, including in trade, immigration, and fiscal areas. He acknowledged the uncertainty surrounding how these factors will play out.

Despite the broader market uncertainty brewing lately, crypto traders have managed to make a whopping $666K out of a mere $4.5K investment in just one trade. The latest hot buzz of the crypto market, “Base is for everyone,” is a token that aided these traders in achieving such a phenomenal feat.

Belarus and Russia are coordinating plans for digital currency integration as Minsk targets a full digital ruble rollout by late 2026.

Is it finally time for a full-on altseason?

SEC roundtable on crypto custody issues with major industry figures.

The debut of the Base is for everyone token on Coinbases Ethereum Layer 2 network, Base, is under scrutiny after blockchain analysts flagged possible insider trading. According to Lookonchain, three wallets purchased large quantities of the token just before its official announcement on X, earning a combined profit of approximately $666,000.

Venture capital giant Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) is calling on the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to modernize regulations for how Registered Investment Advisers (RIAs) safeguard digital assets. In a formal letter submitted to the SECs Crypto Task Force on April 9, the firm urged the Commission to allow RIAs to self-custody crypto assets, including security tokens, under specific conditions and with proper safeguards.

Changpeng Zhao, the former chief executive officer of cryptocurrency exchange Binance, has taken to the X social media network to share a "scary" AI warning.

At Paris Blockchain Week, BeInCrypto sat down with Andrey Fedorov, the Chief Marketing Officer and acting Chief Business Development Officer at STON.fi, to dive deep into the platform's mission, roadmap, and broader views on the DeFi sector.

Coinstore, a leading global cryptocurrency exchange, has announced its participation in TOKEN2049 Dubai, one of the world's premier crypto and Web3 industry gatherings taking place from April 30 to May 1, 2025. Beyond the booth, Coinstore will host an exclusive Brand Conference and Afterparty, bringing together partners, community leaders, influencers, and media representatives from across the global Crypto ecosystem.

The second quarter of 2025 began with a shakeup for the crypto market, as President Donald Trump's new tariff policies have already sent shockwaves through global financial systems. These tariffs, which could lead to fresh trade tensions with China post the 90-day pause, are creating panic among investors.

Farcaster, the most hyped web3 twitter alternative backed by a16Z and Coinbase, has finally made its blockchain, Snapchain, live on Wednesday. Snapchain is built for decentralized social media applications built via Farcaster particularly and aims to scale and enhance its platforms.

By leveraging blockchain technology to unlock liquidity and streamline asset ownership, MENA can attract more international investors

The cryptocurrency market is still recycling old narratives, with few new trends yet to emerge and replace the dominant themes in the first quarter of 2025. Artificial intelligence tokens and memecoins were the dominant crypto narrative in the first quarter of 2025, accounting for 62.8% of investor interest, according to a quarterly research report by CoinGecko.

Crypto is slowly but surely making its way into governments and institutions. Panama City is the next one that we can add to this list.

Mike Novogratz's Galaxy Ventures Fund I LP has exceeded its initial fundraising goal of $150 million, with expectations to close between $175 million and $180 million by the end of June, according to a Bloomberg report.

The US SEC has announced that representatives from Kraken, Exodus, Fireblocks, Anchorage Digital, and more will attend the next roundtable hosted by the Crypto Task Force. The post US SEC Unveils Panelists for Next Week's Crypto Custody Roundtable appeared first on Cryptonews.

A top Coinbase researcher says signs of a long-term crypto bear market are starting to emerge.

U.S. Bitcoin reserve announcement inspires global interest, with Binance now helping multiple countries develop their own crypto national reserves and regulatory frameworks.

Months after the Bybit hack raised alarm over custodial risks, Safe has laid off 14 employees, citing coordination challenges.

Since its inception, the DeFi arena has been hailed for its dynamism, evidenced by the exponential adoption of AI trading agents in recent months.

Federal Reserve signals need for stablecoin regulation amid economic uncertainty.

Fed Chair Powell announces potential easing of crypto bank regulations.

The United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is hosting a roundtable on April 25, 2025, bringing together crypto industry leaders such as Kraken, Fidelity, and Anchorage Digital. The goal is to discuss issues related to the custody of digital assets and to define future regulations for the crypto sector in the United States.

Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) calls on the US SEC (Securities and Exchange Commission) to modernize its custody regulations for crypto assets.

16 April, 2025 – Copper, a leader in digital asset custody, collateral management, and prime services, is pleased to announce a strategic partnership with staking provider P2P.org. This collaboration broadens access to secure, high-performance staking services across multiple blockchains.

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission will host the third in its four-part roundtable series on April 25, this time zeroing in on crypto custody. On April 16, the U.S.

Bybit plans to shut down major Web3 services, including wallets and NFT tools, by May in order to focus on core blockchain offerings.

AERGO has plunged over 70% since its debut on Binance Futures, prompting accusations from community members who suspect market manipulation and coordinated sell-offs may be driving the steep drop. Aergo (AERGO) fell to an intraday low of $0.

According to Coinbase, the crypto market may face volatility or downward pressure in the next 4-6 weeks.