- French Finance Minister: Euro-Based Stablecoins Vital to European Financial Sovereignty18 Apr 2026 09:05
French Finance Minister Roland Lescure has called on European banks to aggressively develop euro-based stablecoins and tokenized deposits to challenge the overwhelming dominance of the U.S. dollar in digital payments. Key Takeaways: Roland Lescure urged EU banks to launch euro stablecoins by 2026 to counter U.S. financial dominance. Tether leads the market with $185 billion, […] - EU’s Highest Court Backs German Player’s Right to Reclaim Gambling Losses From Malta-Licensed Operator18 Apr 2026 07:05
The Court of Justice of the European Union ruled on Wednesday that EU member states can prohibit specific online gambling services even when operators hold licenses from other EU countries. More critically, the decision means that consumers can sue to reclaim their losses when gambling contracts violate these national bans. Key Takeaways: CJEU ruled in […] - Less Than 1% of Crypto Projects Disclose Market Maker Deals18 Apr 2026 05:05
A new study finds that most crypto protocols generate revenue but fail to disclose key investor information. Critical gaps include market maker agreements and structured investor communication. Key Takeaways Novora found 91% of 150+ crypto protocols generate revenue, but disclosure remains limited. - Tempo Launches Private Stablecoin Zones for Enterprise Payroll and Treasury Settlements18 Apr 2026 03:05
Tempo has introduced Zones, a private execution environment that allows enterprises and financial institutions to process stablecoin transactions without exposing payment data to the public. Key Takeaways: Tempo launched Zones, a private stablecoin execution environment, giving enterprises transaction-level privacy on Tempo Mainnet. Payroll teams using Tempo Zones can process employee payments in 2025 without exposing […] - Chainalysis Details ‘Shadow Crypto Economy’ Exposure as Grinex Suspends Operations18 Apr 2026 01:05
Grinex’s shutdown is intensifying scrutiny of crypto laundering tactics, as fund movements suggest behavior inconsistent with typical enforcement actions. Chainalysis analysis highlights patterns that raise questions about whether the activity aligns with a conventional external hack or alternative explanations. Key Takeaways: Chainalysis flags Grinex swaps as inconsistent with typical law enforcement seizures. Tron-based conversions show […] - Bitcoin, Ether Lead Sustained Gains for Crypto ETFs17 Apr 2026 23:12
Crypto ETFs extended their recovery with another day of inflows across all major assets. Bitcoin and ether maintained their streaks, while XRP and Solana posted strong gains. Key Takeaways Bitcoin ETFs added $26.05 million, led by Blackrock’s IBIT, extending a 3-day inflow streak. Ether ETFs gained $18.02 million over 6 days, signaling steady recovery despite […] - Elon Musk Pushes ‘Universal High Income’ Checks as Ultimate Solution for AI Unemployment17 Apr 2026 21:32
The billionaire entrepreneur presented an optimistic vision of the future, highlighting that the advantages that AI will bring to the workplace and society will usher in a new era of prosperity. For him, the high availability of goods and services will solve inflation. Key Takeaways: Elon Musk pushes a Federal UHI to fix AI job […] - Digital Art NFT Marketplace Foundation Closes After Failed Acquisition in Early 202617 Apr 2026 20:05
Foundation, the Ethereum-based non-fungible token ( NFT) marketplace that processed roughly $230 million in primary digital art sales since its 2020 launch, has shut down for good after a planned acquisition by display technology company Blackdove fell apart less than three months after closing. Key Takeaways: Kayvon Tehranian confirmed Foundation’s permanent shutdown on April 15, […] - TRX Listing Launches on Binance.US, Advancing U.S. Market Access to TRON17 Apr 2026 20:00
This sponsored press release was provided by TRON DAO was not written by Bitcoin.com News. Bitcoin.com News does not necessarily endorse the statements made within this announcement. PRESS RELEASE. Geneva, Switzerland — April 17, 2026 — TRON DAO, the community-governed DAO dedicated to accelerating the decentralization of the internet through blockchain technology and decentralized applications […] - Circle Faces Lawsuit After Drift Exploit Over Claims It Took No Action to Freeze the Funds17 Apr 2026 18:45
Crypto infrastructure providers are under rising pressure as a new lawsuit tests whether technical control can bring legal responsibility after a major hack. The case against Circle could influence how courts treat stablecoin and bridge operators during active breaches. Key Takeaways: Circle faces claims it failed to freeze stolen USDC after the Drift Protocol exploit. […]