U.S cryptocurrency stocks fell in early trading Thursday (April 3) following the latest White House tariffs. As Reuters reported, the sweeping new levies have left investors shaken, leading them to sell riskier assets.

TD Cowen says hurdles "can still be overcome given how many Democrats are supportive of the need to enact a stablecoin bill."

MARA Holdings, a Bitcoin mining company, plans to make a $2 billion stock offering to buy more Bitcoin holdings, combining market forces with cryptocurrencies.

The House Financial Services Committee voted on Wednesday to advance the Stablecoin Transparency and Accountability for a Better Ledger Economy Act, also known as the STABLE Act.

TL;DR Fidelity now offers U.S. investors crypto retirement accounts, allowing BTC, ETH, and LTC transactions within 401(k)s and IRAs. The initiative eliminates maintenance fees and provides diverse IRA options, bridging traditional finance with the crypto market. Institutional-grade security via cold storage supports crypto as a long-term asset, enhancing the appeal of retirement diversification.

FTX has denied claims of users who failed to start their Know Your Customer (KYC) process by March 3, 2025. This follows an order by the US Bankruptcy Court allowing the exchange to publish the denied claims and expunge them from its list of liabilities.

The digital asset realm contorted under intensifying pressures Thursday, its aggregate valuation plummeting by nearly 4% to $2.61 trillion as bearish currents engulfed speculative markets. Mass Liquidations Rock Crypto: Nearly 200K Traders Caught in the Crossfire Even before U.S. markets stirred, Dow Jones Industrial Average futures telegraphed unease, projecting a 3% downturn in pre-bell trading.

Solana (SOL) fell 12.5% and Sui (SUI) dropped 10.1%, leading index lower.

TL;DR Coinbase argues that adopting blockchain and cryptocurrencies can reduce public waste and modernize how governments operate. Real-world examples like California's DMV and Colorado's cattle brand registry prove that blockchain is already working successfully. The U.S. strategic crypto reserve highlights the growing importance of digital assets on a global scale.

Owing to the crypto market's immense dynamism, security practices that were once considered gold standards have tended to become outdated quite quickly, especially as miscreants have continued to devise increasingly sophisticated infiltration techniques.

The Financial Services Commission (FSC) of South Korea hinted that it may loosen constraints on foreign investors trading crypto on local exchanges.

There was talk at last week's Exchange ETF conference around more crypto products coming as different types of investors enter the market.

Bybit has entered a partnership with crypto custodian Zodia Custody to segregate its custody for institutional clients.

North Korea's nuclear weapons aren't getting funded by coal or taxes. They're being powered by stolen crypto.

US President Donald Trump's tariffs sent the crypto market tumbling along with all the major financial markets. Bitcoin (BTC) nosedived 4% to revisit $82,000, Solana (SOL) crashed 7%, while Ethereum (ETH) dipped 3% to hover around the $1,800 mark.

The U.S. Department of the Treasury has imposed fresh sanctions aimed at dismantling the financial networks supporting Yemen's Houthi movement. The post U.S. Sanctions Russian Crypto Exchange Garantex in Crackdown on Houthi Funding appeared first on Cryptonews.

U.S.-based crypto exchange Kraken has reportedly joined forces with regulated British full-service clearing bank ClearBank to offer pound-based services for clients in the U.K. British bank ClearBank has expanded its role in the crypto market by partnering with U.S.

TL;DR The crypto market lost more than 507 million dollars in liquidations following Donald Trump's announcement of new tariffs. Over 176,000 traders were liquidated, with Bitcoin and Ethereum being the most affected cryptocurrencies. Despite the crash, many in the crypto sector view this as a long-term opportunity amid growing instability from traditional economic policies.

Crypto exchange HashKey launches its first AI-driven product, ModAI. The firm also plans to expand its product to include AI agents that can trade on the blockchain.

The exchange has announced that customers in the EU can now use PayPal. The goal is that its users can fund their purchases directly in the Crypto.com App.

The DePIN Token Economics Report, authored by Tom Trowbridge—co-founder of Fluence and host of the DePINed Podcast—offers an insightful analysis of the emerging Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Network (DePIN).

Analysts expected traditional investors to turn to crypto as the tariffs trigger uncertainty in the stock markets; however, they have turned to gold and silver instead.

Kraken has announced that it has obtained registration as a Restricted Dealer in Canada. At the same time, the crypto-exchange has appointed Cynthia Del Pozo as the new general manager for North America. Kraken has announced that it has obtained the registration as a Restricted Dealer in Canada. This was shared on X by David Ripley, the CEO of the crypto-exchange.

UAE-based CLS Global pleaded guilty to charges of market manipulation and wire fraud in January, following an FBI sting operation.

The largest bank in Brazil, Itaú Unibanco, is considering the possibility of launching its own in-house stablecoin. Following the trend in the USA, the bank states that there is a growing general interest in this topic. Itaú Unibanco, the largest banking institution in Brazil, revealed that it is considering the idea of launching a stablecoin.

The crypto market saw turbulence on April 1, with several mid- and low-cap tokens experiencing sharp corrections. Traders expecting a routine start to the month were met instead with liquidations, red candles, and a selloff across various altcoins. But not all tokens cracked under pressure.

The bank's decision will depend on regulatory developments in Brazil and the success of stablecoin rollouts by U.S. financial institutions.

In a context where crypto is infiltrating the corridors of power, an accusation shakes Washington. Representative Maxine Waters, a key figure of the Financial Services Committee, accuses Donald Trump of manipulating the legislative chessboard to impose his own crypto interests.

Founder & CEO of Professional Capital Management, Anthony Pompliano has praised the new tariffs introduced by President Donald Trump on Wednesday, arguing that they highlight the inefficiencies of traditional financial systems and bolster the case for decentralized finance solutions like Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC). What Happened: Speaking on a podcast, Pompliano linked the tariffs to broader economic shifts, while the crypto market faced significant declines amid fears of a global trade war sparked by the new policy.

Cryptocurrency prices retreated on Thursday, as investors panicked after Donald Trump's tariffs. Bitcoin (BTC) price dropped to $83,450, while Ethereum (ETH) remained solidly below $2,000.

Cryptocurrency listings have outperformed the average of traditional stock listings, despite recent community criticism regarding the manipulation potential of token listings on centralized exchanges.Token listing procedures on centralized cryptocurrency exchanges (CEXs) drew significant controversy after Changpeng “CZ” Zhao, co-founder and former CEO of Binance, called the process flawed after disappointing performances of some token listings. Despite the criticism, crypto exchanges have outperformed traditional stock exchanges in terms of listings with positive returns on investment (ROI) and average ROI, according to an April 3 CoinMarketCap report shared exclusively with Cointelegraph.

Justin Sun has accused First Digital Trust of insolvency and urged users to withdraw their funds, leading to a market reaction that saw FDUSD temporarily depeg, while FDT denied the claims and called Sun's statements a smear campaign.

The attack on Bybit in February, which saw nearly $1.5 billion worth of digital assets stolen, was the largest hack of a crypto exchange in dollar terms ever.

Influenced by the United States' changing crypto regulatory landscape, Brazil is considering issuing its own stablecoin. In a recent development, Brazil's largest bank, Itaú Unibanco, is exploring the launch of a proprietary stablecoin, potentially extending its services to more than 55 million customers.

On April 3, Binance announced that it would add a new set of tokens to its monitoring list. These tokens are under closer scrutiny and may face delisting following the upcoming review period.

The US Treasury Department sanctioned eight cryptocurrency wallet addresses linked to Russian crypto exchange Garantex and the Houthis.The United States Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) sanctioned eight crypto addresses that data from blockchain forensic firms Chainalysis and TRM Labs had linked to the organizations. Two are deposit addresses at major crypto platforms, while the other six are privately controlled.

The US Treasury Department sanctioned eight cryptocurrency wallet addresses linked to Russian crypto exchange Garantex and the Yemeni political and military organization the Houthis.The United States Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) sanctioned eight crypto addresses that data from blockchain forensic firms Chainalysis and TRM Labs had linked to the organizations. Two are deposit addresses at major crypto platforms, while the other six are privately controlled.

As Donald Trump's tariff storm continues to disrupt markets, Geoff Kendrick, Head of Digital Asset Research at Standard Chartered, has made bold predictions about which cryptocurrencies could surge in the near future.

TL;DR Treasure DAO has laid off 15 contributors and canceled key initiatives as part of a major restructuring to reduce its $8.3 million annual burn rate. The project aims to extend its financial runway until February 2026 by withdrawing $785,000 in idle funds from Flowdesk and focusing on just four core products.

Fidelity Investments, the third largest investment manager in the world, having $7 trillion in assets, announced a new Crypto Individual Retirement Account (IRA), allowing clients to invest directly into cryptocurrencies. The move signifies a seismic shift in the retirement industry.

If Bitcoin holders were starting to look uneasy following the sweeping reciprocal tariffs that President Trump imposed on the world on Wednesday, holders of altcoins could be feeling something akin to desperation. Is crypto about to plunge even further?

Bankrupt FTX has received court approval to reject creditor claims from users who failed to begin the Know Your Customer (KYC) process before March 3, 2025. The April 2 court filing includes 2,378 pages of invalidated claims, representing around 500,000 entries.

TL;DR U.S. lawmakers are advancing the Anti-CBDCs Surveillance State Act to block the Federal Reserve from issuing a digital dollar, citing concerns over privacy and government overreach. Critics argue that CBDCs could enable mass surveillance and centralized control, threatening individual freedoms and financial sovereignty.

Mesh, a leader in crypto payments, strengthens its commitment to the Web 3.0 ecosystem by joining Unchained Summit Dubai as a Platinum Sponsor. This partnership will fuel discussions on seamless digital asset payments and the future of decentralized finance.

Cybersecurity firm Kaspersky disclosed that hackers are utilizing malware installed in Android devices to steal crypto. The Cybersecurity firm suggested that users take caution.

The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Gemini have requested a pause on the watchdog's lawsuit against the crypto exchange over its Earn program. This move follows the regulator's efforts to resolve most major crypto litigations outside of the Court.

Kyrgyzstan continues to solidify its position as a regional crypto hub. The country is advancing its digital asset regulation, testing legal frameworks, and launching licensed platforms.

Former New York Governor and current New York mayoral candidate Andrew Cuomo served as a paid adviser to the offshore cryptocurrency exchange OKX, according to a report by Bloomberg. Major platforms like Binance and FTX have faced intense scrutiny over compliance failures, leading to publicly chronicled billion-dollar settlements, among other consequences.