Former Binance CEO Changpeng 'CZ' Zhao also joins Pakistan Crypto Council as advisor, and the stablecoin startup Cap raised $8 million in seed funding.

CoinShares reported $240 million in outflows from crypto exchange-traded products in response to U.S. trade tariff news, with market participants retreating from risk amid shifting macroeconomic signals. The post Crypto ETPs See Outflows of $240M After US Trade Tariff News: CoinShares appeared first on Cryptonews.

Crypto's worst quarter since the FTX crisis has many investors worried about the end of the bull market, but according to an industry panel, Bitcoin and altcoins' parabolic moves haven't even begun yet. In a panel discussion at the LONGITUDE by Cointelegraph event in Paris, France, MN Capital founder Michael van de Poppe said he thinks the bull market is “actually getting started from this point.

The Federal Reserve is having a closed-door meeting today to discuss potentially cutting interest rates. This would help crypto in a few ways, spurring risky investments and possibly even weakening the dollar.

Binance partners with Worldpay to integrate Apple Pay and Google Pay, enabling seamless crypto purchases via digital wallets, enhancing accessibility for millions of users globally and bridging traditional finance with blockchain innovation. The post Binance Taps Worldpay to Enable Apple Pay, Google Pay Integration appeared first on Cryptonews.

Despite the widespread crypto market plunge exceeding 10%, a select group of digital assets have managed to post significant gains.

Crypto regulation is getting a reality check as the SEC sets the stage for a groundbreaking roundtable to shape the future of digital trading oversight. SEC Gears up to Hammer out Crypto Trading Rules in Upcoming Roundtable Event The U.S.

Binance co-founder Changpeng ‘CZ' Zhao has been named strategic adviser to the newly formed Pakistan Crypto Council; a move government officials described as a major step in the country's push toward becoming a global leader in blockchain innovation.

According to recent data provided by Arkham Intelligence, the portfolio of Satoshi Nakamoto, the mysterious creator of Bitcoin, has plunged by more than $30 billion from a record high.

Franklin Templeton, a global asset manager with a growing presence in the crypto and blockchain investment market, has backed an $8 million seed round for Cap.

Attorney James A. Murphy has brought action against the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia.

Trump is threatening new tariffs on China, which would bring the total tariff rate on goods from the country to 104%.

In his annual letter to shareholders, released today, JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon expressed some concerns about the potential economic repercussions of President Donald Trump's recent tariff implementations.

James Murphy, a prominent crypto attorney widely recognized as MetaLawMan, has filed a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) lawsuit against the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The April 7 legal action aims to uncover what the government may know about the identity of Bitcoin's elusive creator, Satoshi Nakamoto.

Crypto whales are making quiet moves in Ethereum (ETH) and Optimism (OP), while accumulation remains stagnant—or even negative—across most other major coins. Between April 4 and 6, both ETH and OP saw a notable increase in large wallet holders despite a harsh market correction.

United States President Donald Trump is not giving up on his plans to make nations like China accept the terms of his reciprocal tariffs, which he unveiled last week. Countries have started announcing counter-tariffs, exacerbating the long-drawn trade war that has continued to affect the crypto market.

A commissioner at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) says the agency isn't being realistic about the full extent of the risks stablecoins could pose to retail holders.

While Bitcoin has held relatively steady, altcoins and high-risk crypto assets have plunged, boosting Bitcoin's market dominance to nearly 60% as investors seek safer crypto plays.

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Changpeng Zhao will advise Pakistan on digital asset regulations, infrastructure, education, and adoption, Bloomberg Law reported Monday.

Janover Inc., a real estate data platform, is undergoing a significant transformation after a group of former Kraken executives acquired a controlling stake. According to an April 7 statement, the company is rebranding to DeFi Development Corporation and redirecting its focus to decentralized finance, beginning with Solana.

The year 2025 has seen the sharpest rise in U.S.-led protectionism since the Great Depression. With President Donald Trump's return to office in January, sweeping new tariffs have shaken global markets and reignited fears of a full-blown trade war.

The official “Statement on Stablecoins” was issued by the SEC's Division of Corporation Finance on Friday as “part of an effort to provide greater clarity on the application of the federal securities laws to crypto assets.” Regulatory Clarity: SEC Publishes Updated Stablecoin Standards The U.S.

The European Union's MiCA regulation, aimed at clarifying the crypto space, could inadvertently be cementing the dominance of the U.S. dollar.

Former Binance CEO Changpeng “CZ” Zhao has been appointed as an adviser to Pakistan's Crypto Council, a newly formed regulatory body tasked with overseeing the country's embrace of blockchain technology and digital assets. The appointment was confirmed by Pakistan's finance ministry and reported by Bloomberg on April 7.

Federal agencies in the USA need to report their cryptocurrency holdings to the Department of the Treasury by the end of today, according to a report. The post US Federal Agencies Must Disclose Crypto Holdings to Treasury Today – Report appeared first on Cryptonews.

Other investors include prominent financial institutions Susquehanna and Triton Capital as well as dozens of crypto native firms and angels.

The crypto market is making waves again. With Bitcoin teasing all-time highs and altcoins riding its coattails, community members are back scouring the scene for projects that actually make sense long-term. No more meme coins with zero utility. Now, it's all about real-world impact, solid tech, and growth potential.

Strategy (NASDAQ: MSTR), formerly known as MicroStrategy, has reported unrealized losses on its cryptocurrency haul for the first three months of 2025, coinciding with the company's continued spree of accumulating Bitcoin.

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The amount of funds locked in DAO treasuries is diminishing further. An outflow of voters and a sinking ETH market value is making DAO less influential.

Bitcoin plunged below $75,000! Was it Trump's new tariffs or a fundamental market weakness that caused the crypto collapse?

Bitcoin and crypto tokens crashed on Monday, leading to over $1 billion in liquidation, as recession fear spread. The market cap of all crypto coins plunged by 10% in the last 24 hours to $2.41 trillion.

South Korea's National Pension Service, the world's third-largest public pension fund with over $800 billion in assets under management, is looking to tap into blockchain technology for transactions.

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission will host another crypto regulation roundtable on April 11, attracting participation from executives and advocates who previously clashed with the agency. The session, titled Between a Block and a Hard Place: Tailoring Regulation for Crypto Trading, will be hosted at the SEC's Washington D.C.

Despite the market downturn, Base network reached $193M in trading fees, continuing its relative growth.

Pakistan is stepping into a new era of digital finance with a major announcement. Changpeng Zhao (CZ), the founder of Binance, has officially joined the Pakistan Crypto Council (PCC) as a Strategic Advisor. His expertise will help shape Pakistan's crypto future, guiding the country in creating strong regulations, improving digital infrastructure, and increasing blockchain adoption.

Zhao's appointment to the Pakistan Crypto Council comes amid the country's larger effort to bolster its blockchain industry and attract international investment.

$1 million reward initiative aims increase market participation among traders.

Andrew Bailey, a long-time skeptic of crypto, has been unanimously selected to lead an international body that monitors the global financial system.

Hong Kong will pass stablecoin legislation and introduce related licenses within the year. New rules will cover OTC virtual asset trading and custodial services.

Customers of bankrupt cryptocurrency exchange FTX may lose $2.5 billion in compensation if they fail to undergo mandatory identity verification (KYC) by June 1.

Pakistan has appointed Binance founder Changpeng Zhao as Strategic Advisor to its newly formed Pakistan Crypto Council.

The Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) announced new regulatory guidance permitting licensed Virtual Asset Trading Platforms (VATPs).

The crypto market started the week with a massive drop, wiping out $260 billion in just 24 hours. With Bitcoin and altcoins experiencing heightened volatility, as tensions rose over new US trade tariffs and global economic concerns.

Most stablecoins, including the two clear market leaders, are dollar-based. Michael Egorov, founder of decentralized exchange Curve Finance, asks if stablecoins based in other currencies can gain traction.

Hong Kong's SFC released staking guidelines for regulated virtual asset trading platforms in the country. Staking guidelines of the regulator are a part of its broader plans to regulate cryptocurrencies.