The future of institutional crypto runs through prime brokerages

In recent developments, institutional crypto flows through prime brokerages that enforce TradFi custody standards. Ripple’s $1.25B Hidden Road acquisition signals a permanent infrastructure shift. Looking closer, market participants highlight key…

New AI cybercrime tool targets crypto, bank KYC systems via deepfakes

In recent developments, a darknet threat actor is selling new fraud kit to trick KYC identity verification systems on financial platforms via AI-generated deepfakes and real-time voice altering. Looking closer,…

Strategy adds $330M BTC as paper losses top $14.5B in Q1

In recent developments, strategy resumed Bitcoin purchases, acquiring 4,871 BTC for $329.9 million, while reporting a $14.46 billion unrealized loss and expanding its holdings. Looking closer, market participants highlight key…

Onchain perp DEX volumes fall for five straight months after October peak

In recent developments, perp DEX daily volume fell to $8.4 billion on April 4, its first sub-$10 billion level since September and the lowest since July, DefiLlama data shows. Looking…

Rushed quantum fix may backfire for Bitcoin, Samson Mow warns

In recent developments, samson Mow pushes back against calls to rush Bitcoin’s move to post-quantum cryptography, warning it could introduce new vulnerabilities. Looking closer, market participants highlight key drivers such…

Marc Andreessen calls AI job loss fears “fake,” expects employment gains

In recent developments, marc Andreessen says AI job loss fears are “all fake” and predicts a “massive jobs boom,” as fresh US data show rising long-term unemployment and tech firms…

North Korean Hackers Spent Six Months Infiltrating Drift Before $285M Exploit

In recent developments, drift Protocol said the attackers posed as traders, met contributors in person, and spent months infiltrating before draining the platform. Looking closer, market participants highlight key drivers…

Iran war bets turn prediction markets into real-time macro radar: Sygnum

In recent developments, as Iran war odds swing on Polymarket and Kalshi, Sygnum’s Fabian Dori says prediction markets are fast becoming macro tools for crypto desks. Looking closer, market participants…

First real bull signal since 2025? Five things to know in Bitcoin this week

In recent developments, bitcoin hinted at a long-term bullish trend change as BTC neared an MACD cross that last resulted in $25,000 gains over two months. Looking closer, market participants…

China’s tax authority urges banks to implement blockchain for lending services

In recent developments, china’s leading tax and financial authorities are urging banks to incorporate blockchain technology to bolster their credit facilities and data transparency. Looking closer, market participants highlight key…