The company has accused influencer Jeremy Cahen of evading a court order tied to the Bored Ape trademark case.

Paul Atkins, who was sworn in as the chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission at the White House on Tuesday, said his top priority will be to have a firm foundation for digital assets and keep politics out of securities laws.

Atkins' remark echoes his previous testimony, where he said laying the groundwork for a digital asset framework would be his top priority.

The price of LUCE, a Solana-based meme coin themed around the Vatican's Holy Year 2025 mascot, has surged dramatically following the death of Pope Francis.

The BTC.D was above 63.8%, a level that had been a support back in early 2020, and could rise even higher.

Miami-based crypto firm Unicoin has declined the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commissions (SEC) proposal to negotiate a settlement over an ongoing investigation, according to CEO Alex Konanykhin. In a letter sent Tuesday to investors, Konanykhin revealed that Unicoin was issued an ultimatum to attend a settlement meeting on April 18 but refused due to what he described as unacceptable demands from the SEC.

Paul Atkins has officially been sworn in as the 34th chair of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), stirring significant attention across Wall Street and the crypto industry. Known for his libertarian views, Atkins made headlines early in his career by opposing the SarbanesOxley Act, a major reform passed after the Enron scandal to enhance corporate accountability.

DeFi is experiencing a revival with the rise of new blockchains like Berachain, TON, Plume, and Sonic, each offering aggressive yield incentives reminiscent of 2021s yield farming boom. However, the key question remains: are these ecosystems sustainable once incentives run out?

A record-breaking 72 crypto ETFs are awaiting SEC approval, signaling a seismic shift in U.S. digital asset policy as regulatory momentum turns bullish.

Coinstore has officially reached 10 million users, marking a major milestone in the global crypto exchanges rapid growth. In a rare interview with U.Today, CEO Johnson Zhao shares insights into Coinstores journey and future.

On-chain lending protocols added $2.3 billion in value locked (TVL) over the past 24 hours, followed by a roughly $700 million increase in active loans and an average 7.7% price increase for lending-related tokens during the same period. Decentralized lending protocols saw their TVL rise from $40.36 billion to $42.

The Australian Full Federal Court dismissed an appeal from the ASIC, which failed in its attempt to punish Block Earner for its previously offered "Earner" product, marking one of the biggest pro-crypto wins in recent times.

The European Central Bank (ECB) is calling for a revision of the European Unions Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation, citing concerns that growing U.S. support for stablecoins could harm the eurozone economy, Politico reported. This request comes just months after MiCAs full implementation, highlighting rising tensions between the ECB and the European Commission.

The EU's data watchdog has proposed rules to limit how personal blockchain data is stored, warning it may conflict with privacy laws.

Uyeda's bold leadership unleashes a crypto renaissance with dropped lawsuits, reversed rules, and unprecedented SEC engagement—as Atkins steps in, momentum shows no signs of slowing. SEC Transitions From Enforcement to Engagement as Uyeda Reflects on Crypto Regulation Wins The U.S.

A new survey has found that over half of South Korean adults have previously traded or currently trade crypto. The post Over Half of South Koreans Have Crypto Trading Experience – Survey appeared first on Cryptonews.

U.S. President Donald Trump's social media firm, Trump Media & Technology Group , said on Tuesday it had reached a binding agreement to roll out an array of retail investment products, including crypto, in its latest bid to diversify into financial services.

Attorneys for the Nelk Boys move to dismiss the class action lawsuit filed against the influencers in January.

Recognizing a growing demand for coin trading services, the head of the monetary authority in Kazakhstan is now convinced that the country needs its own cryptocurrency exchange.

Despite stepping down as a key regulatory official, Gary Gensler has continued to comment on the state of the crypto market and has more recently reiterated his doubts about the foundation of the crypto market dynamics.

The funds still require regulatory approval and Trump Media and Technology Group Corp (TMTG) plans on launching the ETFs later this year. Trump-Branded ‘Truth.

The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) is warning that organized crime syndicates are increasingly leveraging cryptocurrency and blockchain technology to fuel their operations. According to a new UNODC report, gangs in Southeast Asia are creating tailored financial ecosystems, including unlicensed exchanges and stablecoins, to evade detection and launder illicit money.

California legislation that will enable self-custody protection and peer-to-peer crypto transactions has taken a step towards being enacted.

KuCoin has seen its CFTC settlement pushed back after the commission, following Trump directives, shifted from regulation‑by‑enforcement to fraud‑focused cases. With Paul Atkins now heading the SEC, agency boundaries over digital assets remain unclear, leaving firms in a fluid compliance space. The post Trump Policy Shakeup Halts KuCoin $300M CFTC Settlement Talks appeared first on Cryptonews.

The European Central Bank has raised alarm over President Donald Trump's pro-crypto agenda, warning that a wave of dollar-backed stablecoins could threaten financial stability across the eurozone and overwhelm the EU's new crypto regulatory framework.

UN Stablecoin report has warned that armed militias and transnational syndicates are exploiting low‑cost power, stablecoins and encrypted apps to finance operations. Investigators say a Cambodia platform has handled $24B since 2021, with laundering services now reaching Nigeria, Namibia and Angola. The post UN Stablecoin Alert: $24B Laundering Network Fuels Global Crime Surge appeared first on Cryptonews.

US Securities and Exchange Commission member Hester Peirce, currently leading the agency's crypto task force, offered a preview of what the industry could expect now that Paul Atkins has been sworn in as the regulatory body's chairman.Speaking to Cointelegraph before the US Senate confirmed Atkins' nomination and he took his position as SEC chair, Peirce said she welcomed the opportunity to work again with the incoming agency leader. Peirce worked as Atkins' counsel from 2004 to 2008 during the then-commissioner's first term at the SEC.

A recent Financial Times report highlights the remarkable growth of the crypto casino industry, which has reached an impressive $81.4 billion in gross gaming revenue (GGR) in 2023, a fivefold increase from 2022. This surge is attributed to the accessibility of unregulated offshore platforms, with many users employing VPNs to engage in online gambling.

The European Central Bank (ECB) and European Commission are having a public dispute over MiCA and stablecoin regulation. The ECB believes that restrictions aren't harsh enough, fearing US firms dominating the market.

Locked token holders have experienced an average drawdown of nearly 50% for their locked positions compared to over-the-counter (OTC) valuations in May 2024. According to data published by STIX founder Taran Sabharwal on April 22, holders could have exited their positions at double the current spot prices the previous year.

ING has revealed work with a multi‑bank consortium on a euro stablecoin, pending board and regulatory clearance. Under MiCA, banks have sought compliant tokens to rival Société Générale and reduce reliance on dollar‑pegged coins. Approval could broaden digital settlements across Europe in 2025. The post ING Drives Euro Stablecoin Launch as MiCA Spurs Banking Pivot appeared first on Cryptonews.

Coinbase exchange's Chief Legal Officer (CLO), Paul Grewal, has called attention to the role of blockchain transparency in helping law enforcement trace stolen funds and respond to the growing form of street-level crime. This update becomes necessary as digital crimes have taken a sharp turn recently, with criminals now targeting mobile devices instead of cash

The financial technology firm Revolut has reportedly refused to reimburse a customer who lost crypto assets due to an administrative error. BBC reports that Tzoni Raykov, a Bulgarian national, lost the funds after attempting to transfer $1,500 worth of the stablecoin USDC from a separate crypto wallet to his Revolut account.

Because the industry's been talking a lot about the use cases for stablecoins and onchain RWAs, it's worth highlighting a soon-to-launch settlement network for institutions.

Trump Media and Technology Group (TMTG) announced Tuesday a collaboration with Crypto.com to introduce a series of exchange-traded funds (ETFs) under its Truth.Fi brand. According to a new press release, the planned ETFs will focus on digital assets and securities, emphasizing a “Made in America” theme, marking TMTG's entry into financial services.

TMTG finalized its partnership with Crypto.com, marking its latest step toward offering crypto-based ETFs to investors.

Federal prosecutors are pressing forward with criminal charges against the creators of the Safemoon cryptocurrency.

Both Bitcoin and the stock markets surged today after Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent allegedly suggested that tariffs with China will be eased. This is the second time in a month that tariff rumors led to a market rally.

On Monday, April 21, 2025, a remarkable divergence appeared in the global financial markets. While American stocks were experiencing a sharp decline, the crypto sector showed impressive resilience, gaining 60 billion dollars in capitalization.

Crypto casinos reportedly raked in tens of billions of dollars last year from gamblers despite regulatory prohibitions. According to a new report by the Financial Times, gamblers are increasingly placing bets using cryptocurrencies on unregulated offshore platforms by circumventing bans in their home countries. In 2024, crypto casinos generated $81.

There are many developers around the world today creating artificial intelligence (AI) agents that can autonomously do millions of useful things, like book airline tickets, dispute credit card charges, and even trade crypto. A recent report from cloud computing company PagerDuty said over half of businesses already use autonomous AI agents, and 35% more plan to within the next 24 months.

Dutch banking giant ING is working on a euro-backed stablecoin in collaboration with other traditional financial institutions and crypto service providers, CoinDesk reported on April 22, citing people familiar with the matter.

Matter Labs, the company behind Ethereum Layer-2 solution ZKsync, is facing a lawsuit from BANKEX. BANKEX, a now-defunct blockchain firm, is alleging intellectual property theft involving early Plasma technology.

Trump Media has reached an agreement with Crypto.com's broker‑dealer and Yorkville America Digital to launch Truth.Fi ETFs that blend crypto with U.S. sectors, plus managed accounts. The company has earmarked up to $250 million for the products, advancing its move into financial services. The post Trump Media & Crypto.com Unveil $250M ‘America‑First' Digital Asset ETF Suite appeared first on Cryptonews.

Main event, leadership changes, market impact, financial shifts, or expert insights. Trump Media partners with Crypto.com and Yorkville for Truth.Fi ETF launch.

Markets reacted positively on Tuesday amid expectations of improving trade tensions between the United States and China. CNBC's Eamon Javers, citing a source that attended a White House conference, reported that U.S.

DeFi is getting a boost from the emergence of a host of new blockchains such as BeraChain, TON, Plume, Sonic and many others. Each new chain brings with it a flood of incentives, enticing users with yields that echo the early days of yield farming in 2021.