Cryptocurrency analyst and trader Ali Martinez, known in the crypto community on X under the username @ali_charts, has taken to social media to reveal that whales have unloaded a massive amount of the original meme coin, DOGE.

Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) has seen a significant setback, erasing all its gains from 2024 in the first quarter of 2025, while Solana (CRYPTO: SOL) continues to lead in the decentralized exchange (DEX) space. What Happened: CoinGecko's Q1 Crypto Industry Report indicates that Ethereum's value took a steep dive by 45.3%, closing Q1 at $1,805.

Tron (TRX) has registered a 1.26% decrease in price to trade at $0.2441 in the last 24 hours. However, a notable development in the Tron ecosystem has teased a major sell wall on the horizon.

Blockchain-based US Treasuries are gaining serious momentum, edging closer to a new all-time high of $6 billion in value. These digital financial instruments mirror traditional government bonds but live on-chain, offering investors yield-bearing exposure with the added benefits of blockchain technology.

TL;DR The drop of ASTR to $0.02 on April 7 led Astar to cut base staking rewards from 25% to 10% to stabilize APR. Astar raised the variable portion of staking rewards for dApps from 40% to 55%, ties issuance to TVL, and does not affect developers. It set a minimum issuance floor of 2.

The cryptocurrency market capitalization dropped 18.6% to $2.8 trillion in Q1 2025, with bitcoin consolidating its lead as altcoins stumbled, according to Coingecko's quarterly report. Coingecko Data Shows Crypto Trading Activity Slowed Sharply in Q1 2025 The crypto market faltered in early 2025, shedding $633.

Despite a big hit to AI stocks in recent months, artificial intelligence remains at the front and centre of all financial debates this year. Earlier this month, Meta Platforms announced plans to spend $1 billion to set up a new data centre in Wisconsin, indicating the company expects continued demand for AI.

Popular macroeconomics expert Lyn Alden believes Bitcoin (BTC) will remain bullish over the coming months. In a new interview with Natalie Brunell, Alden says that Bitcoin is likely to trend higher for another year or so.

Ethereum (ETH) continues to struggle below the $2,000 mark, a level it hasn't reclaimed since March 28, as bearish momentum lingers across both technical and on-chain indicators. Despite attempts to stabilize, recent data reveals rising concentration of ETH among whale wallets, alongside persistent weakness in trend indicators like EMA lines.

On Friday, Changpeng Zhao (CZ) sparked fresh momentum toward simplifying the BNB staking ecosystem.

The cryptocurrency landscape in 2025 brims with opportunities as innovative projects like Sui, Bittensor, and CartelFi capture investor attention. Sui's robust Layer-1 blockchain, bolstered by strategic partnerships, signals strong growth potential, while Bittensor's fusion of AI and blockchain offers a unique value proposition despite market volatility.

In the latest cryptocurrency market update, Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC), Solana (CRYPTO: SOL) and Pepe (CRYPTO: PEPE) are all demonstrating potential signs of a bullish reversal, indicating a possible recovery from recent bearish trends. What Happened: According to data, Bitcoin is testing a key technical formation that could reverse its recent bearish trends.

Brazil's federal court has sentenced three members of the collapsed crypto scheme Braiscompany to a combined 171 years in prison, marking one of the country's harshest penalties in a financial fraud case.

The mastermind has received 128 years for leading a pyramid structure that drew in 20,000 investors. The court ordered R$36 million to be seized, but victim recovery remains uncertain.

Despite its elevated position as the world's premier meme coin, Dogecoin (DOGE) has been struggling in the 2025 cryptocurrency market, with the latest trend demonstrating a massive whale exodus.

A popular trader on X revealed a technical setup that could indicate an upcoming Dogecoin (DOGE) rally that could last 93 days at least.

Not many posts from 2013 still get circulated in crypto circles in 2025, but one that did this week comes from a well-known figure - Adam Back - and it is getting attention for one reason: it still reads like something someone would post today.

The latest XRP derivatives data is pointing to a rise in bearish sentiment.

Bitcoin price has dropped into a bear market this year after falling by 23% from its highest point in January.

Gold just hit a historic peak at $3,357 an ounce in April, sparking a burning question: will Bitcoin follow suit? As investors look for safe havens amid economic turbulence, some experts are scrutinizing the links between these two assets.

Stellar (XLM) is making quiet but significant moves on the crypto market, pulling ahead of rival XRP in the latest 24-hour trading session. According to CoinMarketCap data, XLM is up 3.32% in the last 24 hours to $0.243, remaining in the green while XRP traded in the red, down 1.43% in that time frame to $2.07.

On-chain data shows the stablecoins have been witnessing a slowdown in growth recently. Here's what this could imply for Bitcoin and other cryptos.

Demand for AI-themed tokens soars, as it captures 35% of global interest throughout Q1 2025.

Cardano (ADA) has been struggling to maintain its price levels, with recent price action reflecting a lack of growth amid bearish market conditions.

What happens when a longtime Ethereum insider calls the ecosystem a “religion” that's lost touch with reality? A critical look at Soleimani's thread — and why it struck a nerve.

Babylon, a platform enabling native Bitcoin (BTC) staking, recorded a notable unstaking event on April 17. Approximately $1.26 billion worth of BTC was withdrawn from the protocol.

Richard Teng, Binance's chief executive, said that the company is involved in supporting and advertising ‘a number of governments' with crypto policy frameworks. Interestingly, Teng didn't disclose which governments Binance is working with.

A guest essay by former SEC enforcement official John Reed Stark and Duke University lecturer Lee Reiners suggests that the Securities and Exchange Commission's changing stance on digital assets could recreate conditions that preceded the 2008 financial crisis.

TL;DR Asia's First XRP Tracker Fund: HashKey Capital, based in Hong Kong, has launched the region's first fund exclusively tracking XRP performance. Flexible, Investor-Friendly Design: With both cash and in-kind subscription options and monthly liquidity for subscriptions and redemptions, the XRP Tracker Fund simplifies exposure to XRP.

Due to a concerning trend found in data from its on-chain activity, XRP is currently at a pivotal point in both its technical and fundamental development. Six of the eight key performance indicators on XRP Ledger are trending lower, according to an analysis of the metrics, which could indicate a drop in investor activity and market interest generally.

The Oregon Attorney General filed a lawsuit against Coinbase that echoes the SEC's lawsuit from 2023.

While countries like the U.S. and others in Asia are still thinking about the issuance of CBDC, Kyrgyzstan has taken a clear step forward. The country has approved a pilot project for its own digital money called the digital som.

eXch CEO Johann Roberts told Decrypt the decision was spurred by a "verified whistleblower from the DOJ" who provided "enough real data."

It has officially expanded its European footprint. Bitwise listed four of its institutional-grade crypto ETPs on the London Stock Exchange (LSE).

An XRP Tracker Fund has launched in Asia, opening the floodgates for institutional investors to tap into XRP's explosive growth and Ripple's game-changing blockchain strategy.

Bitwise summed up last quarter beautifully in one word: “Frustrating.”

Stablecoins settled $27.6 trillion on-chain in Q1 2025—more than double Visa's annual volume—with Ethereum cementing its role as the leading infrastructure for global digital payments despite ongoing price volatility. The post Visa Dethroned: Stablecoins Settle $27.6 Trillion — Ethereum's Big Win? appeared first on Cryptonews.

The crypto market registered a marginal uptick over the past 24 hours, entering a period of relative calmness after witnessing considerable movement over the past week. The market cap dropped to $2.5 trillion before rising to $2.71 trillion and then correcting to the $2.65 trillion zone.

XRP owners experienced a rollercoaster ride last week as the cryptocurrency fought to remain above the $2 level. The altcoin, which recently exchanged hands at $2.13, fell by almost 20% between April 5 and 7, touching a five-month low of $1.78.

Coinbase could be the biggest winner from the STABLE Act, suggests recent Nansen report

The deal brings tokenized real estate to seven U.S. states, offering new access to institutional-grade assets.

XRP is testing trendline support with a fresh MACD flip. If bulls clear $2.23, XRP could rally toward $2.33 and $2.58. Here's the full breakout setup. The post Is XRP About to Break Out? MACD Flip Sparks Fresh Bullish Speculation appeared first on Cryptonews.

CoinDesk Indices presents its daily market update, highlighting the performance of leaders and laggards in the CoinDesk 20 Index.

A key trading metric on Binance shows buyers gaining dominance, signaling growing bullish sentiment for Bitcoin. The Taker Buy/Sell Ratio highlights shifting market dynamics and potential triggers for the next price surge.

Blockchain intelligence firm TRM Labs has reported that eight crypto addresses linked to the Yemen-based Houthi group have moved over $900 million in cryptocurrencies to high-risk entities. According to the firm, the funds were likely spent on weapons and other military equipment.

TL;DR “Galaxy Digital” has transferred over $100 million worth of Ethereum to centralized exchanges in just four days, raising questions about a potential large-scale sell-off or a strategic repositioning. The departure of Ethereum expert Christine Kim coincides with the transactions, adding more speculation.

Crypto exchange cuts hundreds of jobs to streamline operations and boost profitability ahead of public listing.

Ethereum signals Q2 recovery potential as Bitcoin nears breakout territory, CMC reports.