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Crypto exchange-traded funds (ETFs) extended their recovery with another day of strong inflows led by bitcoin. Ether, XRP, and solana all posted gains, marking a second consecutive all-green session. Key Takeaways Bitcoin ETFs added $186.03 million, with Blackrock IBIT driving $291.86 million in concentrated inflows. Ether ETFs gained $67.85 million over 5 days, signaling broader […]View the full article

Regulatory scrutiny is increasing around Elon Musk’s X Money as policymakers review digital payments and stablecoin developments. Senator Elizabeth Warren’s warning highlights concerns that Musk’s expansion into finance could pose risks across consumer protection and financial oversight. Key Takeaways: Warren flagged Elon Musk’s X Money launch as posing consumer and security risks. Concerns tie X […]View the full article

Native XRP wallet access is becoming more important as self-custody platforms compete on direct blockchain utility. Exodus expanded XRP Ledger support and deepened cooperation with Ripple, adding broader in-wallet functionality for XRP and RLUSD. Key Takeaways: Exodus is rolling out tools to manage and send XRP directly in-wallet. XRP demand drives deeper integration as usage […]View the full article

Tether announced a recovery plan of up to $150 million to help Drift Protocol users recoup losses from an April 1 exploit that drained approximately $285 million from the Solana-based trading platform. Key Takeaways: Tether committed up to $127.5 million toward Drift Protocol’s recovery plan following the April 1, 2026 exploit. The $150 million recovery […]View the full article

Morgan Stanley’s spot bitcoin ETF has attracted over $100 million in inflows within six trading days. The strong debut highlights continued investor demand for low-cost crypto exposure. Key Takeaways: Morgan Stanley’s MSBT drew $103 million in 6 days since Aug. 8, showing strong ETF demand. MSBT’s 0.14% fee undercuts rivals like Wisdomtree, intensifying bitcoin ETF […]View the full article

This sponsored press release was provided by CCE.Cash and was not written by Bitcoin.com News. Bitcoin.com News does not necessarily endorse the statements made within this announcement. PRESS RELEASE. April 15, 2026 – The instant crypto exchange model is rapidly gaining traction as demand increases for faster and more efficient digital asset transactions. CCE.Cash is […]View the full article

Charles Schwab is rolling out direct bitcoin and ethereum trading to retail clients through a new offering called Schwab Crypto, priced at 75 basis points per trade. Key Takeaways: Charles Schwab launches Schwab Crypto with bitcoin and ethereum trading at 75 basis points per trade. Paxos, an OCC-regulated provider, handles sub-custody and execution for Schwab’s […]View the full article

Circle CEO Jeremy Allaire told Reuters on Thursday that a yuan-backed stablecoin represents a “tremendous opportunity” for China as currency competition shifts onto blockchain infrastructure. Key Takeaways: Circle CEO Jeremy Allaire predicted China could launch a yuan-backed stablecoin within 3 to 5 years. USDC grew 72% year-on-year to $75.3 billion by end-2025, boosted by U.S.-Iran […]View the full article

Bitcoin’s climb toward $75,000 is meeting rising sell pressure despite steady institutional demand. Whale accumulation and shrinking exchange reserves are tightening supply dynamics. Key Takeaways: Bitcoin tests $75,000 with $200 million to $450 million daily ETF inflows, but rising sell pressure attempts to cap gains. Whales added 270,000 BTC in 30 days, yet 11,000 BTC/hour […]View the full article

Pakistan has ended one of the longest-running banking prohibitions in global crypto. On April 14, 2026, the State Bank of Pakistan issued BPRD Circular Letter No. 10 of 2026, allowing licensed banks to open and maintain accounts for Virtual Asset Service Providers holding a valid No Objection Certificate or full license from the Pakistan Virtual […]View the full article

Binance deploys capital and infrastructure to accelerate Ukraine’s Web3 ecosystem, opening funding and mentorship pipelines that could reshape digital resilience and unlock scalable blockchain innovation across critical sectors. Binance Launches Ukraine Digital Resilience Web3 Initiative Binance, a global cryptocurrency exchange, launched a national initiative on April 2 to strengthen Ukraine’s digital infrastructure. The program, called […]View the full article

Bitgo launched Bitgo Mint on Thursday, giving institutional clients a single platform to mint, redeem, and manage stablecoins without routing operations through multiple service providers. Bitgo Adds Native Stablecoin Minting With USD1 and SoFiUSD Support The New York-based digital asset infrastructure company, which trades on NYSE under the ticker BTGO, announced the new capability on […]View the full article

Metaplanet Inc., Japan’s largest corporate bitcoin holder, purchased 5,075 bitcoin during the first quarter of 2026, bringing its total treasury to 40,177 BTC at a cumulative cost of approximately $3.92 billion. Metaplanet Overtakes MARA Holdings in Bitcoin Race With Q1 2026 Purchase The Tokyo-based company Metaplanet (TSE: 3350 / OTCQX: MTPLF) disclosed the Q1 acquisition […]View the full article

This paid press release was provided by Digital Sovereignty Alliance and was not written by Bitcoin.com News. Bitcoin.com News does not necessarily endorse the statements made within this announcement. PRESS RELEASE. Washington, D.C., April 2, 2026 — The Digital Sovereignty Alliance (DSA), a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing clear and ethical public policy, research and […]View the full article

Luxor introduces Commander, a fleet management platform designed to automate profitability and consolidate mining operations within a single control layer. Seattle-based Luxor Technology Corporation launched Commander on April 1, 2026, to provide bitcoin mining operations with real-time fleet monitoring and remote command capabilities. The software integrates natively with the company’s existing ecosystem, which currently manages […]View the full article

Naoris Protocol has officially launched its Layer 1 mainnet to provide decentralized post-quantum security for blockchain networks and critical digital systems. Naoris Protocol announced the official launch of its Mainnet on April 1, 2026, introducing a post-quantum Layer 1 blockchain designed to withstand emerging quantum computing threats. This deployment establishes a production-ready environment where decentralized […]View the full article

This paid press release was provided by Bitget and was not written by Bitcoin.com News. Bitcoin.com News does not necessarily endorse the statements made within this announcement. PRESS RELEASE. Victoria, Seychelles, April 2, 2026 — Bitget, the world’s largest Universal Exchange (UEX), in partnership with Visa and DCS, launched the Bitget Card across selected markets […]View the full article

Australia implements a landmark regulatory framework requiring cryptocurrency exchanges and custodians to obtain formal financial services licenses. The Australian government passed new legislation requiring all cryptocurrency exchanges and custodians to acquire financial services licenses. This mandate applies to any digital asset service provider operating within the country’s jurisdiction to enhance transparency and investor safety. The […]View the full article

Tyler Faraz “Trainwreckstv” Niknam, co-owner of iGaming-friendly streaming platform Kick, has experienced a record losing streak during his latest high-stakes gambling streams, revealing he has now exhausted his Stake pay and is using his personal savings in a bid to make up for the loss. Streamer Announces Marathon Recovery Session After Exhausting Stake Pay, Denying […]View the full article

The Nigerian central bank has launched a pilot program to supervise anti‑money laundering and counter‑terrorism financing compliance among crypto and fintech firms. Six VASPs Tapped for New Supervisory Pilot The Central Bank of Nigeria has officially launched an anti-money laundering and counter-financing of terrorism supervisory pilot program. The new pilot is designed to align Nigeria […]View the full article

X is rolling out a trio of product changes aimed at squeezing spam out of its ecosystem, pairing a private dislike button with region-based reply controls as executives signal a sharp drop in spam profitability. X Spam Cleanup Expands With Private Feedback and Regional Controls Elon Musk‘s X is tightening the screws on spam, bots, […]View the full article

Senior U.K. lawmakers are calling for an immediate halt to cryptocurrency political donations, citing national security risks tied to foreign interference and opaque funding flows. Britain Moves Toward Tougher Rules on Crypto Campaign Financing The push comes from Parliament’s Joint Committee on the National Security Strategy (JCNSS), which argues that digital assets introduce vulnerabilities that […]View the full article

XRP trades at $1.51 on Wednesday, with derivatives data pointing to a market that is cooling off after months of leverage-heavy positioning. Futures, funding rates and options flows suggest traders are dialing back risk—but not abandoning conviction. XRP Open Interest Drops as Options Traders Cluster Around $1.60 Strike Leverage across major venues is notably lower […]View the full article

Moody’s Ratings has taken its credit analysis onchain, planting a flag in blockchain finance with a new integration engine designed to deliver ratings data directly into digital market infrastructure. Moody’s Brings Credit Ratings Onchain With Canton Network Integration Moody’s Corporation announced this week that it launched its Token Integration Engine (TIE), a network-agnostic system that […]View the full article

The Royal Government of Bhutan transferred 973 bitcoin worth about $72.3 million over March 17–18, reflecting continued sovereign treasury management rather than abrupt liquidation. Bhutan Continues Bitcoin Sales Strategy With 973 BTC Transfer The transactions, executed through state-owned Druk Holding & Investments (DHI), unfolded across roughly 24 hours, with bitcoin trading near $74,268 during the […]View the full article