Market
Tokenization
Solana slides under $100 amid global trade tensions and on-chain activity slump
Solana price slides to 14-month low, yet institutional interest in the digital asset rises.
ETF
Grayscale moves closer to Solana ETF with SEC filing
Polymarket traders foresee an 83% chance of Solana ETF approval before year's end.
Stablecoins
Justin Sun targets First Digital Trust with $50 million bounty over alleged embezzlement
The integrity of the FDUSD stablecoin falters as market declines by nearly $400 million in 48 hours.
Tokenization
Pi Network faces community backlash as token price hits record lows
Pi Network's community grievances highlight lack of transparency and unmet promises as the project reaches record lows.
Bitcoin
Bitcoin briefly slid towards $81,000 as China announced new tariffs on US
$86 million in crypto wiped out in four hours as Bitcoin reacts to China's tariff crackdown.
Tokenization
Solana unlock releases $200 million in SOL amid waning investor interest
Investors face a dilemma as Solana's network activity dips amid record token unlock.
Exchanges
XRP outperforms market as Coinbase seeks CFTC approval for futures trading
The Coinbase's XRP futures move has sparked ETF optimism following Ripple's SEC settlement.
Bitcoin
Bitcoin hashrate hits record 972 EH/s as US miners capture 30% of market
US miners increase Bitcoin hashrate dominance by 800 basis points despite profit squeeze.
ETF
Bitwise unveils 3 new ETFs to capitalize on crypto volatility for monthly income
Bitwise's new ETFs utilize covered calls on crypto-linked stocks to transform market volatility into monthly income.
Hacks
North Korean hackers net $2.5 million profit after WBTC sales
Market observers noted that the recent crypto trade by Lazarus Group suggests preparation for further exploits.
Technology
Ethereum overcomes setbacks, confirms Pectra upgrade for May 7
Ethereum's upcoming Pectra promises to renew energy in the ecosystem as it addresses pressing network challenges.
Regulation
Hong Kong reevaluates crypto trust rules amid Justin Sun’s First Digital Trust allegations
Amid Justin Sun's allegations, Hong Kong pledges investor protection and regulatory review.