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Upcoming economic events 1 May 2025

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Upcoming economic events 1 May 2025 Time(GMT+0/UTC+0)StateImportanceEventForecastPrevious01:302 pointsTrade Balance (Mar)3.120B2.968B02:302 pointsBoJ Monetary Policy Statement--------------------03:002 pointsBoJ Outlook Report (YoY)--------------------03:003 pointsBoJ Interest Rate Decision0.50%0.50%06:302 pointsBoJ Press Conference--------------------12:302 pointsContinuing Jobless Claims----------1,841K12:303 pointsInitial Jobless Claims224K222K13:453 pointsS&P Global Manufa... Coinatory news

​Ethereum ETF Staking's Impact Minimal Without Prolonged ETH Rally

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​Ethereum ETF Staking's Impact Minimal Without Prolonged ETH Rally Bloomberg ETF analyst Eric Balchunas asserts that the approval of staking for U.S. spot Ethereum exchange-traded funds (ETFs) will have minimal impact on investor inflows unless Ether (ETH) experiences a prolonged price rally. Despite the potential benefits of staking, Balchunas emphasizes that without a sustained upward trend in ETH's price, the attractiveness of these ETFs remains limited.​ Since their U.S. debut in July 2024, spot Ethereum... cryptonews

0G Labs Launches Galileo Testnet — Step-by-Step Guide to Join and Stay Active

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0G Labs Launches Galileo Testnet — Step-by-Step Guide to Join and Stay Active 0G Labs is a modular AI blockchain designed with a scalable, programmable Data Availability (DA) layer specifically for AI dApps. Its modular setup allows different blockchains to work together smoothly, improving security, reducing fragmentation, and boosting overall connectivity. The project has launched a new phase — the Galileo Testnet. In this guide, we’ll show you how to add the test network, claim test tokens, and stay active on the netw... Coinatory crypto news

SEC Ends PayPal Stablecoin Probe With No Action Taken

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SEC Ends PayPal Stablecoin Probe With No Action Taken With no enforcement measures taken, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has formally concluded its investigation of PayPal Holdings Inc.'s U.S. dollar-pegged stablecoin, PYUSD. This decision eliminates a significant regulatory burden for the payments behemoth. PayPal said in a regulatory filing dated April 29 that the SEC informed the company in February that the investigation into its stablecoin activities was concluded. In Nove... SEC Ends PayPal Stablecoin Probe With No Action Taken

Beijing Unveils Ambitious Blockchain Integration Plan

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Beijing Unveils Ambitious Blockchain Integration Plan Beijing has unveiled a comprehensive two-year strategy aimed at integrating blockchain technology into its urban infrastructure and key industrial sectors, reinforcing its commitment to digital transformation and economic modernization. Announced on April 29, the "Beijing Blockchain Innovation and Application Development Action Plan" is a collaborative initiative involving several municipal bodies, including the Beijing Municipal Science and ... cryptocurrency news

Loopscale Recovers $2.8M After $5.8M DeFi Exploit

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Loopscale Recovers $2.8M After $5.8M DeFi Exploit Solana-based decentralized finance (DeFi) protocol Loopscale has successfully recovered approximately $2.8 million of the $5.8 million lost in a recent exploit, following ongoing negotiations with the attacker. The breach, which occurred on April 26, 2025, involved manipulation of the RateX PT token pricing, allowing the attacker to drain funds from Loopscale's USDC and SOL vaults. In response, Loopscale offered a 10% bounty and full release ... Loopscale Recovers $2.8M After $5.8M DeFi Exploit Coinatory

Upcoming economic events 30 April 2025

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Upcoming economic events 30 April 2025 Time(GMT+0/UTC+0)StateImportanceEventForecastPrevious01:302 pointsCPI (YoY) (Q1)2.3%2.4%01:302 pointsCPI (QoQ) (Q1)0.8%0.2%01:302 pointsTrimmed Mean CPI (QoQ) (Q1)0.6%0.5%01:30 2 pointsChinese Composite PMI (Apr)----------51.401:302 pointsManufacturing PMI (Apr)49.750.501:303 pointsNon-Manufacturing PMI (Apr)50.650.801:452 pointsCaixin Manufacturing PMI (Apr)49.851.209:002 pointsGDP (QoQ) (Q1)0.2%0.2%09:002 pointsGDP (YoY) (Q1) 1.0%1.2%12:153 po... Coinatory cryptocurrency news

BlackRock's IBIT ETF Sees $970M Inflow Amid Bitcoin Surge

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BlackRock's IBIT ETF Sees $970M Inflow Amid Bitcoin Surge BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) recorded a substantial $970 million in inflows on April 28, marking the second-largest single-day capital injection since its inception. This inflow underscores the accelerating institutional interest in Bitcoin exposure via regulated exchange-traded products. The IBIT ETF’s purchase contributed significantly to the $591 million in net inflows across all U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs on the same day. Notably,... Coinatory

Circle Gains Abu Dhabi Approval, Boosts USDC's Global Reach

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Circle Gains Abu Dhabi Approval, Boosts USDC's Global Reach Circle, the issuer of the USD Coin (USDC) stablecoin, has received in-principle approval from the Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) of Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM), marking a significant step in its Middle East expansion strategy. This regulatory milestone positions Circle to obtain a full Financial Services Permission (FSP) license, which would authorize the company to operate as a regulated money services provider in the Unit... Coinatory crypto news

Abu Dhabi Titans Join Forces for Dirham-Pegged Stablecoin Launch

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Abu Dhabi Titans Join Forces for Dirham-Pegged Stablecoin Launch In a landmark move poised to reshape the financial landscape of the United Arab Emirates, three of Abu Dhabi’s most powerful institutions have announced plans to launch a dirham-pegged stablecoin, pending regulatory approval. The sovereign wealth fund ADQ, the nation’s largest bank, First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB), and the sprawling conglomerate International Holding Company (IHC) have forged a strategic partnership to introduce the stablecoin. Ac... cryptocurrency news

Loopscale Hacker Negotiates Return of $5.8M in Stolen Crypto

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Loopscale Hacker Negotiates Return of $5.8M in Stolen Crypto The hacker responsible for the recent $5.8 million exploit of Loopscale, a Solana-based decentralized finance (DeFi) protocol, is currently engaged in negotiations to return the stolen funds in exchange for a bounty, the platform confirmed. The breach, which occurred on April 26, resulted in the unauthorized withdrawal of approximately 5.7 million USDC (valued at $0.9997 per token) and 1,200 Solana (SOL) tokens (trading at $148.56) from two o... cryptocurrency news Coinatory

Coinbase Urges Five U.S. States to End Staking Lawsuits

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Coinbase Urges Five U.S. States to End Staking Lawsuits Coinbase is urging regulatory authorities in five U.S. states to abandon ongoing lawsuits over its cryptocurrency staking services, warning that the continued legal actions are harming consumers and exacerbating market uncertainty. In a recent blog post, the publicly traded crypto exchange asserted that cease-and-desist orders still active in California, New Jersey, Maryland, Washington, and Wisconsin have prevented residents from partic... crypto news today

Upcoming economic events 29 April 2025

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Upcoming economic events 29 April 2025 Time(GMT+0/UTC+0)StateImportanceEventForecastPrevious02:052 pointsRBA Assist Gov Kent Speaks--------------------12:302 pointsGoods Trade Balance (Mar)-143.70B-147.85B12:302 pointsRetail Inventories Ex Auto (Mar)----------0.1%13:002 pointsS&P/CS HPI Composite - 20 n.s.a. (MoM) (Feb)----------0.1%13:002 pointsS&P/CS HPI Composite - 20 n.s.a. (YoY) (Feb)4.6%4.7%14:003 pointsCB Consumer Confidence (Apr)87.492.914:003 pointsJOLTS Job Openings... Coinatory cryptocurrency news

Stacks Asia, ADGM Partner to Drive Bitcoin Adoption

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Stacks Asia, ADGM Partner to Drive Bitcoin Adoption In a strategic move to accelerate institutional Bitcoin adoption across the Middle East and Asia, the Stacks Asia DLT Foundation has partnered with Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM), one of the fastest-growing international financial centers. This collaboration positions Stacks Asia as the first Bitcoin-centric organization to establish an official foothold in the Middle East. Announced on April 28, the partnership aims to foster Bitcoin’s progr... Coinatory crypto news

Strategy Adds 15,355 Bitcoin for $1.42B Amid Price Surge

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Strategy Adds 15,355 Bitcoin for $1.42B Amid Price Surge Strategy, the digital asset firm co-founded by Michael Saylor, significantly expanded its Bitcoin holdings last week, capitalizing on a bullish surge that pushed Bitcoin prices beyond $90,000. The acquisition of 15,355 Bitcoin (BTC) between April 21 and April 27 was revealed by Strategy in a regulatory filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on April 28. The acquisition, which cost $1.42 billion at an average price of $92... cryptocurrency news

Nous Research Waitlist Now Open — $70M Raised with Paradigm as Lead Investor

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Nous Research Waitlist Now Open — $70M Raised with Paradigm as Lead Investor Nous Research is an AI company dedicated to building open-source, human-focused language models and simulators. They aim to create AI systems that feel more natural and closely match real-world user experiences, with a strong focus on model design, data creation, fine-tuning, and advanced reasoning. The project has launched a whitelist that you can join to gain access to its future products. Investments in the project: $70M Investors: Para... Coinatory crypto news

Trump Plans Major Federal Tax Cuts Tied to New Tariff Regime

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Trump Plans Major Federal Tax Cuts Tied to New Tariff Regime United States President Donald Trump has reiterated his intention to substantially reduce, or potentially eliminate, federal income taxes by leveraging revenues generated from newly instituted import tariffs. The proposal, detailed in an April 27 Truth Social post, emphasizes tax relief for individuals earning under $200,000 annually. Trump’s vision includes the replacement of the current Internal Revenue Service (IRS) model with what he term... cryptonews

Upcoming economic events 25 April 2025

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Upcoming economic events 25 April 2025 Time(GMT+0/UTC+0)StateImportanceEventForecastPrevious13:002 pointsECB's De Guindos Speaks-------------------- Summary of Upcoming Economic Events on April 25, 2025 (Updated) Eurozone (🇪🇺) ECB's De Guindos Speaks – 13:00 UTC Market Impact: Remarks from ECB Vice President Luis de Guindos can influence euro (EUR) volatility, particularly if he provides hints about future monetary policy. A hawkish tone (focus on inflation risks) coul... Coinatory cryptonews

El Salvador Grows Bitcoin Holdings While Complying With IMF Deal

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El Salvador Grows Bitcoin Holdings While Complying With IMF Deal According to industry experts, El Salvador, which is known for being the first government to accept Bitcoin as legal cash, is still increasing its Bitcoin holdings without going against its agreement with the International Monetary Fund (IMF). According to blockchain data from El Salvador's Bitcoin Office, in the week preceding April 27, the national treasury purchased seven Bitcoin, totaling more than $650,000. Officials confirm that the nat... El Salvador Grows Bitcoin Holdings While Complying With IMF Deal

Senator Ossoff Urges Trump Impeachment Over TRUMP Memecoin Dinner

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Senator Ossoff Urges Trump Impeachment Over TRUMP Memecoin Dinner United States Senator Jon Ossoff has voiced strong support for the impeachment of President Donald Trump, citing serious ethical concerns surrounding a planned private dinner for the leading holders of the Official Trump memecoin (TRUMP). Speaking during an April 25 town hall in Georgia, where he is campaigning for reelection, Ossoff pointed to the President’s promotion of exclusive access for memecoin investors as grounds for impeachment. ... Coinatory cryptocurrency news

Solana’s Loopscale Halts Lending After $5.8M DeFi Hack

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Solana’s Loopscale Halts Lending After $5.8M DeFi Hack Solana’s Loopscale Suspends Lending Markets Following $5.8 Million Exploit Decentralized finance (DeFi) platform Loopscale has temporarily suspended its lending operations after an exploit resulted in the loss of approximately $5.8 million. The Solana-based protocol confirmed that loan repayments have resumed, although several core functionalities remain disabled. According to a statement by Loopscale co-founder Mary Gooneratne on X (forme... crypto news

Public Firms May Hold Up to 3M Bitcoin by 2026:

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Public Firms May Hold Up to 3M Bitcoin by 2026: With forecasts suggesting even wider business adoption, public firms are amassing Bitcoin at a record-breaking rate. By the end of 2026, publicly traded companies may have between 2 and 3 million Bitcoin, according to David Bailey, CEO of Bitcoin Magazine. Bailey emphasized the increasing momentum in an April 25 article on X, pointing out that Bitcoin treasury strategy announcements are happening nearly every week, and he anticipates tha... Coinatory cryptocurrencies news

Traders Exit TRUMP Memecoin Despite Dinner Incentive

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Traders Exit TRUMP Memecoin Despite Dinner Incentive Despite a high-profile incentive offering top tokenholders a private dinner and a tour of the White House, the TRUMP memecoin, which was introduced earlier this year by US President Donald Trump, is still experiencing significant outflows. Despite Trump's recent vow to increase involvement, blockchain data from analytics firm Nansen shows a stunning disparity between sales and purchases. Over the last seven days, TRUMP token outflows hav... crypto news today

SEC Chair Atkins Cites 'Huge Benefits' for Crypto at Third Agency Roundtable

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SEC Chair Atkins Cites 'Huge Benefits' for Crypto at Third Agency Roundtable In one of his first public engagements since assuming leadership of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Chair Paul Atkins emphasized the transformative potential of blockchain technology during the agency’s third cryptocurrency roundtable. Sworn in on April 21, Atkins addressed participants at the "Know Your Custodian" event on April 25, signaling a pivotal shift in the SEC’s approach to digital asset regulation. Atkins articul... cryptocurrency news today

Crypto Leaders Eye SEC Shift Under New Chair Paul Atkins

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Crypto Leaders Eye SEC Shift Under New Chair Paul Atkins The appointment of Paul Atkins as Chair of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has triggered a wave of optimism across the cryptocurrency industry, signaling a potential departure from the agency’s previously adversarial regulatory approach. Sworn in on April 21, Atkins—a former SEC commissioner known for his deregulatory philosophy—succeeds Gary Gensler, whose tenure was marked by aggressive enforcement actions against the digital asset... Coinatory news

Polygon’s POL Breaks Downtrend: Could a Major Rally Follow?

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Polygon’s POL Breaks Downtrend: Could a Major Rally Follow? Polygon's native token, POL, has ended a five-month bearish streak, signaling a potential trend reversal as investor optimism grows. On April 25, POL marked its fifth consecutive day of gains, buoyed by renewed ecosystem momentum and heightened NFT demand. According to data from crypto.news, POL (formerly MATIC) soared nearly 20% intraday, reaching $0.26, and pushing its weekly gains to an impressive 34%. The token has now rebounded 70% from ... Coinatory cryptocurrency news

North Korean Hackers Exploit U.S. Shell Firms to Target Crypto Developers

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North Korean Hackers Exploit U.S. Shell Firms to Target Crypto Developers In a sophisticated cyber-espionage campaign, North Korea’s Lazarus Group has established three shell companies—BlockNovas LLC, SoftGlide LLC, and Angeloper Agency—to distribute malware targeting cryptocurrency developers. Two of these entities, BlockNovas and SoftGlide, were legally registered in the United States using falsified documentation, in violation of international sanctions. The campaign, dubbed "Contagious Interview" by cybersecuri... Coinatory news

ARK Invest Lifts Bitcoin 2030 Bull Target to $2.4 Million

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ARK Invest Lifts Bitcoin 2030 Bull Target to $2.4 Million ARK Invest has raised its bull case price estimate for Bitcoin to $2.4 million by the end of 2030 in a daring reassessment of its long-term view. Increased hopes for institutional participation, the rising recognition of Bitcoin as "digital gold," and its potential as a financial haven in developing nations are all reflected in this updated projection. The asset manager's bear and base case targets have also been raised to $500,000 and $1.2 m... Coinatory

SEC Postpones Decision on Grayscale's Polkadot ETF to June 11

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SEC Postpones Decision on Grayscale's Polkadot ETF to June 11 The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has deferred its decision on Grayscale Investments' proposal to convert its Polkadot Trust into a spot exchange-traded fund (ETF). Originally slated for a verdict by April 27, the SEC has now extended the review period to June 11, 2025, allowing additional time to assess the proposed rule change submitted by Nasdaq on February 24, 2025. This extension aligns with the SEC's standard 90-day revi... crypto news today

BlackRock Bitcoin ETF Wins Top Honor Amid $643M Surge

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BlackRock Bitcoin ETF Wins Top Honor Amid $643M Surge BlackRock’s spot Bitcoin ETF, the iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT), secured top honors at the annual etf.com awards on April 23, receiving the "Best New ETF" accolade amid its largest single-day inflow in three months. The recognition highlights IBIT's accelerating momentum in the digital asset investment landscape. The award announcement coincided with a remarkable $643.2 million inflow into the fund—the highest since January 21, when the E... cryptonews

Upcoming economic events 25 April 2025

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Upcoming economic events 25 April 2025 Time(GMT+0/UTC+0)StateImportanceEventForecastPrevious14:002 pointsMichigan 1-Year Inflation Expectations (Apr)6.7%6.7%14:002 pointsMichigan 5-Year Inflation Expectations (Apr)4.4%4.4%14:002 pointsMichigan Consumer Expectations (Apr)47.247.214:002 pointsMichigan Consumer Sentiment (Apr)50.850.817:002 pointsU.S. Baker Hughes Oil Rig Count----------48117:002 pointsU.S. Baker Hughes Total Rig Count----------58519:302 pointsCFTC Crude Oil speculative... cryptonews today

Shaquille O’Neal Settles FTX Lawsuit; Terms Remain Confidential

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Shaquille O’Neal Settles FTX Lawsuit; Terms Remain Confidential NBA Hall of Famer Shaquille O’Neal has reached a confidential settlement with investors who alleged financial losses due to his promotion of the now-defunct cryptocurrency exchange FTX. The settlement, filed on April 23 in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida, awaits preliminary court approval. O’Neal was among several celebrities, including Tom Brady, Gisele Bündchen, and Kevin O’Leary, accused of endorsing FTX, which... Coinatory cryptocurrencies news

SEC Crypto Custody Roundtable Set to Tackle Key Gaps

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SEC Crypto Custody Roundtable Set to Tackle Key Gaps The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) will convene its second crypto policy roundtable on Friday, with a concentrated focus on the evolving landscape of crypto asset custody and related regulatory shortfalls. This session marks the latest installment in a four-part series spearheaded by the SEC’s Crypto Task Force, established to solicit expert input and chart a cohesive policy direction for digital asset oversight. Newly app... Coinatory crypto news

Pond Airdrop Guide — AI-Powered Web3 Project Backed by Coinbase Ventures

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Pond Airdrop Guide — AI-Powered Web3 Project Backed by Coinbase Ventures Pond Airdrop started by building a user search engine powered by on-chain data, using its own graph algorithm to map out blockchain connections. Since then, the company has grown into a broader platform for crypto-native AI — developing models and a unified graph network that connects social, financial, and other on-chain signals. Today, Pond is building a full-stack ecosystem for AI: from data and compute to training and inference. It powers it... Coinatory

Wall Street Rallies as Trump Eases China Tariff Rhetoric

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Wall Street Rallies as Trump Eases China Tariff Rhetoric U.S. Equity Markets Rebound as Trump Softens China Trade Stance and Backs Powell U.S. equity indices closed firmly in the green on Wednesday, buoyed by a perceived de-escalation in trade tensions with China and signs of stability at the Federal Reserve. The Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 419 points, or 1.07%, while the broader S&P 500 advanced 1.6%. The Nasdaq Composite led the rally with a 2.5% surge, driven by renewed strength in t... cryptocurrency news

Michael Saylor: SEC Chair Atkins Will Benefit Bitcoin

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Michael Saylor: SEC Chair Atkins Will Benefit Bitcoin The selection of Paul Atkins as the Chair of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has been praised by Michael Saylor, Executive Chairman of the business intelligence firm Strategy (previously MicroStrategy), who described the action as advantageous for Bitcoin. In an April 23 social media post, Saylor stated that “SEC Chairman Paul Atkins will be good for Bitcoin,” signaling optimism from one of the corporate sector’s most prominent cryp... crypto news

Upcoming economic events 24 April 2025

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Upcoming economic events 24 April 2025 Time(GMT+0/UTC+0)StateImportanceEventForecastPrevious12:302 pointsContinuing Jobless Claims----------1,885K12:302 pointsCore Durable Goods Orders (MoM) (Mar)0.2%0.7%12:303 pointsDurable Goods Orders (MoM) (Mar)1.5%1.0%12:303 pointsInitial Jobless Claims----------215K13:002 pointsECB's Lane Speaks--------------------14:002 pointsExisting Home Sales (MoM) (Mar)-3.0%4.2%14:003 pointsExisting Home Sales (Mar)4.14M4.26M17:002 points7-Year Note Auctio... Coinatory

Ethereum Surges 15%, Reclaims Market Dominance

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Ethereum Surges 15%, Reclaims Market Dominance Ethereum (ETH) has mounted a sharp recovery, posting a 15% gain over the past 24 hours and exceeding the $1,800 threshold as of April 23, 2025. This rally marks a significant turnaround for the second-largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization, which had recently seen its market dominance dip to a five-year low of 7%. Key Drivers Behind the Surge The resurgence in Ethereum’s price has been fueled by a combination of market dynamics an... crypto news

Peter Brandt Takes Long Position as Bitcoin Breaks $90,000

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Peter Brandt Takes Long Position as Bitcoin Breaks $90,000 Bitcoin (BTC) has decisively cleared the $90,000 resistance mark, prompting renowned trading veteran Peter Brandt to announce a long position in the leading cryptocurrency. Brandt, who boasts more than 50 years of trading experience and is celebrated for his mastery of classical chart patterns, confirmed his bullish stance via a public statement on April 22, 2025. After several weeks of consolidation below key resistance levels, Bitcoin ... cryptocurrency news today

Zora Launchpool on Bybit: Stake ZORA, MNT, or USDT and Earn a Share of 100 Million ZORA Tokens

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Zora Launchpool on Bybit: Stake ZORA, MNT, or USDT and Earn a Share of 100 Million ZORA Tokens Bybit Launchpool is excited to welcome ZORA! For one week only, you can stake ZORA, MNT, or USDT and earn your share of 100 million ZORA tokens — completely free! Zora lets creators transform their work into tradable tokens and gives consumers the power to truly own their attention. With the Zora Developer Toolkit (SDK), any developer can quickly start building on the Zora protocol — and get rewarded for it Event Duration: April 23, 2025, 1:0... Coinatory

Bitcoin Breaks Downtrend, Surges Toward $92.6K on Institutional Demand

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Bitcoin Breaks Downtrend, Surges Toward $92.6K on Institutional Demand Bitcoin’s robust rally over the Easter weekend signals a notable shift in market sentiment, propelled largely by institutional investors. However, the sustainability of this momentum remains an open question. On April 22, Bitcoin (BTC) surged 9%, breaching the $91,000 mark and trading at $91,125 — a performance that sharply diverged from the equity markets’ muted recovery. Bitcoin's trajectory more closely mirrored gold’s bullish ascent, with... cryptocurrency news Coinatory

Michael Saylor Reacts to Bitcoin Surge: "Bitcoin is Climbing"

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Michael Saylor Reacts to Bitcoin Surge: "Bitcoin is Climbing" Bitcoin’s latest rally toward $89,000 caught the attention of MicroStrategy Chairman Michael Saylor, who responded with his trademark minimalism: "Bitcoin is Climbing." Accompanying his April 22 post on X was an image of Saylor in a suit scaling a cliff, a fitting metaphor for Bitcoin's recent price trajectory. The post resonated strongly across the crypto community, aligning perfectly with the broader market sentiment as Bitcoin pushed ... Coinatory cryptocurrency news

Upcoming economic events 23 April 2025

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Upcoming economic events 23 April 2025 Time(GMT+0/UTC+0)StateImportanceEventForecastPrevious00:302 pointsau Jibun Bank Services PMI (Apr)----------50.008:002 pointsHCOB Eurozone Manufacturing PMI (Apr)47.448.608:002 pointsHCOB Eurozone Composite PMI (Apr)50.350.908:002 pointsHCOB Eurozone Services PMI (Apr)50.451.009:002 pointsTrade Balance (Feb)----------1.0B12:302 pointsBuilding Permits (Mar)1.482M1.459M13:302 pointsFed Waller Speaks--------------------13:453 pointsS&P Global M... Coinatory cryptonews

Solana Whale Realizes $153M Profit from Four-Year Staking Strategy

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Solana Whale Realizes $153M Profit from Four-Year Staking Strategy A prominent Solana investor has secured substantial gains from a long-term staking strategy, underscoring the potential profitability of patient investment in the cryptocurrency market. In 2021, the investor staked approximately 991,079 SOL tokens when the price was around $27 per token, amounting to an initial investment of about $27 million. Over four years, the staked holdings grew to 1.29 million SOL. With Solana's price appreciating to a... Coinatory cryptocurrency news

Paul Atkins Sworn In as SEC Chair, Signaling Potential Crypto Policy Shift

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Paul Atkins Sworn In as SEC Chair, Signaling Potential Crypto Policy Shift Paul Atkins has officially been sworn in as the 34th Chair of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), ushering in expectations of a more crypto-friendly regulatory environment. The announcement, made on April 21, follows the U.S. Senate's 52–44 vote confirming Atkins’ appointment on April 9. Atkins, who previously served as an SEC commissioner from 2002 to 2008, expressed gratitude for the opportunity to lead the Commission du... cryptonews today

Bitcoin ETFs See Biggest Inflows Since January

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Bitcoin ETFs See Biggest Inflows Since January U.S.-listed Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) recorded their highest daily net inflows since late January, signaling renewed investor confidence as the broader crypto market surged over the Easter weekend. According to CoinGlass data, the 11 Bitcoin-tracking ETFs collectively posted $381.3 million in net inflows on April 21. The ARK 21Shares Bitcoin ETF (ARKB) led the group, attracting $116.1 million alone. This marks the large... cryptonews

ARK Invest Adds Staked Solana Exposure to Two Tech-Focused ETFs

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ARK Invest Adds Staked Solana Exposure to Two Tech-Focused ETFs ARK Invest has expanded its cryptocurrency exposure by adding staked Solana (SOL) holdings to two of its flagship exchange-traded funds (ETFs). In a client communication reviewed by Cointelegraph, the asset manager confirmed the move, leveraging Canada’s recently approved staking framework for crypto funds. Effective April 21, ARK Next Generation Internet ETF (ARKW) and ARK Fintech Innovation ETF (ARKF) now hold shares of 3iQ’s Solana Staking... Coinatory cryptonews

Bybit CEO: Majority of Lazarus-Hacked Crypto Remains Traceable

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Bybit CEO: Majority of Lazarus-Hacked Crypto Remains Traceable Ben Zhou, co-founder and CEO of the cryptocurrency exchange Bybit, verified that more than two-thirds of the $1.4 billion that North Korea's Lazarus Group stole can still be tracked down. Zhou described the state of the stolen digital assets after the February breach, which was the biggest to date against a cryptocurrency exchange, in an executive summary published on X on April 21. 3.8% of the entire amount of compromised monies have been bl... Bybit CEO: Majority of Lazarus-Hacked Crypto Remains Traceable

Upcoming economic events 22 April 2025

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Upcoming economic events 22 April 2025 Time(GMT+0/UTC+0)StateImportanceEventForecastPrevious05:002 pointsBoJ Core CPI (YoY)2.4%2.2%13:302 pointsFOMC Member Harker Speaks--------------------14:002 pointsECB President Lagarde Speaks--------------------17:002 points2-Year Note Auction----------3.984%17:002 pointsECB's De Guindos Speaks--------------------18:002 pointsFOMC Member Kashkari Speaks--------------------20:302 pointsAPI Weekly Crude Oil Stock----------2.400M Summary of Upco... Coinatory cryptocurrency news

Metaplanet Surpasses $400M in Bitcoin Holdings

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Metaplanet Surpasses $400M in Bitcoin Holdings On April 21, Metaplanet announced the acquisition of 330 Bitcoin (BTC) at an average price of $85,605 per coin. This latest investment brings the firm's total Bitcoin reserves to 4,855 BTC, valued at approximately $414 million based on current market prices, according to CEO Simon Gerovich. This development establishes Metaplanet as Asia's largest corporate Bitcoin holder and the 10th-largest globally, as per data compiled by Bitbo. The compa... Coinatory news