- Bitcoin Pushes Toward Breakout as Wintermute Warns Unresolved Macro Risks May Shape Next Move14 Apr 2026 13:33
Bitcoin is testing breakout levels amid geopolitical tensions and macro uncertainty, as price action builds pressure at key resistance. Market pressure from energy spikes and shifting sentiment has yet to trigger a decisive move, with Wintermute pointing to unresolved structural risks. Key Takeaways: Bitcoin approaches breakout as Wintermute flags macro risks still unresolved. Brent rises […] - Deutsche Börse Invests $200 Million in Crypto Exchange Kraken14 Apr 2026 12:44
Deutsche Börse has acquired a $200 million stake in Kraken, valuing the crypto exchange at $13.3 billion. The partnership aims to expand institutional access to digital assets and bridge traditional finance with crypto markets. Kraken Valued at $13 Billion After Deutsche Börse Stake Deutsche Börse has taken a minority stake in crypto exchange Kraken, marking […] - Tether Launches Consumer Wallet App With Human-Readable Addresses and No Gas Tokens14 Apr 2026 12:40
The world’s largest stablecoin issuer, Tether, launched tether.wallet on Tuesday, giving hundreds of millions of users direct access to a self-custodial digital wallet built on the company’s existing global financial infrastructure. Key Takeaways: Tether launched tether.wallet on April 14, 2026, giving its 570 million users direct self-custodial access to USDT, XAUT, and bitcoin. Tether’s WDK […] - Report: Stablecoin Yield Fight Nears Resolution as Tillis, Alsobrooks Finalize Draft Language14 Apr 2026 12:19
Sen. Thom Tillis said Monday he expects to release revised draft language this week aimed at breaking a months-long standoff between banks and crypto firms over stablecoin yield rules tied to the CLARITY Act. Key Takeaways: Sen. Thom Tillis plans to release revised CLARITY Act draft language this week, targeting a Senate Banking Committee markup […] - Colombia’s Petro Forced to Seek Congressional Approval for Gambling VAT After Courts Block Emergency Decrees14 Apr 2026 10:45
Colombia’s Constitutional Court has declared President Gustavo Petro’s economic emergency decree unconstitutional, ending a 13-month effort to impose value-added taxes on the country’s online gambling sector through executive action. The April 9 ruling forces the government to pursue any future gambling tax through Congress. The presidential election is now less than seven weeks away. Key […] - Y Combinator Makes First All-Stablecoin Startup Investment14 Apr 2026 10:05
Y Combinator has funded prediction markets startup Totalis entirely in USDC, marking its first all- stablecoin investment. The move highlights growing momentum for onchain capital formation. Key Takeaways: Y Combinator invested $500,000 USDC in Totalis via Solana, marking its first all- stablecoin deal. 3 onchain transfers of $1, $124,999, and $375,000 settled in seconds, showing […] - Crypto Market Cap Hits $2.6 Trillion as Bitcoin Eyes $75K Amid Hormuz Standoff14 Apr 2026 09:30
The crypto market surged past a $2.6 trillion valuation on April 14, led by bitcoin’s climb to nearly $75,000 and a significant rally in altcoins like ethereum and RAVE. Key Takeaways: The crypto market cap hit $2.6 trillion on April 14 as bitcoin reached a session high of $74,959. A rally in assets like ethereum […] - Relm Insurance Launches Crypto and Cannabis Kidnap Coverage14 Apr 2026 08:50
Relm Insurance has launched a specialized kidnap and ransom insurance product specifically for the Web3 and cannabis sectors. Key Takeaways: Relm Insurance launched a K&R product to protect web3 and cannabis leaders from rising physical threats. Crypto attacks from 2024 to 2026 comprise over 33% of all-time sector violence, driving niche demand. Clients gain a […] - Shrinkflation Hits Brazilians as Middle East Conflict Pushes Prices Higher14 Apr 2026 07:30
Shrinkflation, a phenomenon featuring products shipped in smaller quantities but sold at the same prices, is starting to hit the Brazilian economy, as inflation has taken a turn for the worse due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. Key Takeaways: With Brazil’s March inflation at 4.14%, firms adopted shrinkflation, ensuring prolonged consumer pain […] - Circle, Dunamu Partner on Crypto Education in South Korea14 Apr 2026 06:30
Circle and Dunamu have signed a partnership to promote digital asset education in South Korea. The collaboration aims to strengthen trust and regulatory alignment in the local crypto market. Key Takeaways: Circle and Dunamu signed a 2026 deal to boost USDC education, strengthening Korea’s crypto trust. Upbit operator Dunamu’s partnership with Circle signals tighter compliance […]