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Illicit Crypto Funds Reach Record $75 Billion as On-Chain Crime Grows
Crypto & Fintech

Illicit Crypto Funds Reach Record $75 Billion as On-Chain Crime Grows

Despite rising illicit activity pushing on-chain crypto crime to an all-time high, improved security measures are restricting criminals’ ability to launder funds into fiat currencies.

Coinbase Partnership Boosts USDC Dominance and Transforms Hyperliquid’s Token Economics
Crypto & Fintech

Coinbase Partnership Boosts USDC Dominance and Transforms Hyperliquid’s Token Economics

Coinbase’s role as USDC treasury deployer on Hyperliquid reshapes stablecoin supply, fueling staking rewards and strengthening the network’s dominant DeFi position.

Wells Fargo Redirects ETF Investments from Bitcoin to Ethereum in Early 2026
Crypto & Fintech

Wells Fargo Redirects ETF Investments from Bitcoin to Ethereum in Early 2026

Wells Fargo notably increased its Ethereum ETF holdings in early 2026, shifting away from Bitcoin ETFs amid market volatility and price declines in both cryptocurrencies.

Metaplanet Reports $728 Million Quarterly Loss Amid Bitcoin Price Decline
Crypto & Fintech

Metaplanet Reports $728 Million Quarterly Loss Amid Bitcoin Price Decline

Despite increasing its Bitcoin holdings and posting strong operating income, Metaplanet faced a heavy net loss due to significant valuation markdowns amid falling Bitcoin prices in Q1 2026.

Bitcoin ETF Holdings Remain Stable Despite Sharp Price Decline
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Bitcoin ETF Holdings Remain Stable Despite Sharp Price Decline

While Bitcoin’s price slipped significantly below key levels, ETF-held Bitcoin barely declined, signaling steady institutional confidence amid market volatility.

Ethereum Buyers Remain Active Despite Persistent Bearish Pressure
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Ethereum Buyers Remain Active Despite Persistent Bearish Pressure

Ethereum’s price drifts near $2,257 amid ongoing selling pressure, but retail investors continue their buy-the-dip approach, generating notable realized profits.

Bitcoin Nears Final Leg to Cycle Bottom Before Potential Recovery
Crypto & Fintech

Bitcoin Nears Final Leg to Cycle Bottom Before Potential Recovery

Despite recent gains, Bitcoin’s price is expected to drop further to around $42,000 before a sustained rally can begin, according to a crypto analyst.

Only a Small Fraction of Voters Prioritize Crypto in Election Decisions, Poll Shows
Crypto & Fintech

Only a Small Fraction of Voters Prioritize Crypto in Election Decisions, Poll Shows

Despite heavy lobbying efforts, polling reveals just a tiny percentage of voters consider cryptocurrency policies crucial when choosing candidates.

Institutional Investors Drive Solana to Four-Month High Amid Renewed Market Interest
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Institutional Investors Drive Solana to Four-Month High Amid Renewed Market Interest

Solana’s recent surge to a four-month peak is fueled by significant inflows into SOL ETFs and major network upgrades, as investors eye a push toward $100.

Metaplanet faces delays in preferred stock rollout, lags behind Strategy in Bitcoin accumulation race
Crypto & Fintech

Metaplanet faces delays in preferred stock rollout, lags behind Strategy in Bitcoin accumulation race

Metaplanet’s plan to use preferred stocks to accelerate Bitcoin purchases faces regulatory delays in Japan, putting it behind Strategy’s aggressive BTC acquisition via STRC.

Charles Schwab Launches Spot Bitcoin and Ethereum Trading for Retail Clients in US
Crypto & Fintech

Charles Schwab Launches Spot Bitcoin and Ethereum Trading for Retail Clients in US

Charles Schwab has introduced direct spot trading of Bitcoin and Ethereum for select retail investors across most US states, expanding its digital asset services within mainstream brokerage offerings.

Immunefi Assumes Code4rena’s Role Amid Rising DeFi Exploits in 2026
Crypto & Fintech

Immunefi Assumes Code4rena’s Role Amid Rising DeFi Exploits in 2026

As Code4rena shuts down, Immunefi takes over its bug bounty programs and researchers, aiming to strengthen DeFi security amid a surge in crypto exploits this year.