- Iran’s Digital Blockade Continues: Citizens Endure 50 Days Without Internet Connectivity19 Apr 2026 08:30
The digital blockade that the Iranian regime imposed just hours after the U.S.-Israel coalition launched coordinated strikes persists, with most Iranians relying on alternative methods to reach the internet. Even so, connectivity still reaches just 2% of the country’s normal traffic. Key Takeaways: Netblocks reports Iran’s 50-day blockade slashed connectivity to 2%, spurring $1.8B in […] - This Week in Crypto Law (Apr. 12, 2026)19 Apr 2026 06:30
Law and Ledger is a news segment focusing on crypto legal news, brought to you by Kelman Law – A law firm focused on digital asset commerce. This Week in Crypto Law The opinion editorial below was written by Alex Forehand and Michael Handelsman for Kelman.Law. This week in crypto law reflected a clear shift […] - Largest Bank of Russia Prepared to Offer Cryptocurrency Trading Services19 Apr 2026 05:30
Sberbank is awaiting approval to offer cryptocurrency custody and trading services to its over 110 million customers. The Central Bank of Russia proposed a regulatory draft to regularize crypto investments last December. Key Takeaways: Sberbank readies crypto trading for its 110M clients, awaiting upcoming Bank of Russia regulations next. Following a December loan to Intelion, […] - FATF Calls for Rapid Global Crypto Standards Rollout as Cross-Border Enforcement Gaps Raise Systemic Risks19 Apr 2026 04:30
Crypto oversight is climbing the global policy agenda as regulators push faster enforcement across digital asset markets. The latest FATF declaration signals tighter scrutiny ahead, with cross-border compliance pressure set to rise for crypto firms and jurisdictions. Key Takeaways: FATF increased pressure on jurisdictions to enforce crypto standards faster. Stablecoins face sharper scrutiny as illicit […] - Ark Invest Taps Kalshi Data, Says Prediction Markets Could Reshape Future of Investing19 Apr 2026 03:30
The future of investing may hinge more on probability signals that flag market-moving events before traditional data catches up. Ark Invest’s Kalshi collaboration reflects a growing effort to build faster, forward-looking research tools. Key Takeaways: Ark Invest is using Kalshi data to sharpen event-driven research signals. Prediction markets could boost active stock picking across disruptive […] - Arthur Hayes Warns Bitcoin May Stall Until Liquidity Returns19 Apr 2026 02:30
Bitcoin’s path higher may hinge more on fiat liquidity than interest rates as macro stress builds. Arthur Hayes argues near-term upside may remain limited until policymakers inject liquidity into banks and credit markets. Key Takeaways: Arthur Hayes ties bitcoin’s outlook to global liquidity, with upside dependent on policy-driven liquidity. Geopolitics create a bearish setup as […] - XRP’s Institutional Adoption Among Crypto’s Fastest in US Spot ETFs, Ripple Says19 Apr 2026 01:30
XRP ETFs are accelerating institutional engagement by expanding regulated access points for traditional finance investors. Ripple highlights growing fund adoption, rising futures activity, and broader market integration as key forces positioning XRP in portfolio allocation decisions. Key Takeaways: Ripple says XRP ETFs are gaining ground alongside bitcoin and ethereum in institutional portfolios. JPMorgan forecasts $4 […] - Robert Kiyosaki Warns ‘Everything Bubble’ Collapse Could Trigger Greatest Depression as Global Economy Cracks19 Apr 2026 00:35
Robert Kiyosaki is intensifying warnings that a global asset downturn could trigger deeper economic pain, including rising homelessness. His latest remarks tie systemic market stress to an “Everything Bubble” scenario spanning multiple major economies. Key Takeaways: Robert Kiyosaki warned that an “Everything Bubble” could trigger global economic decline. Bitcoin stands out as Kiyosaki’s hedge against […] - Morgan Stanley’s MSBT Bitcoin ETF Wallets Now Publicly Trackable via Arkham18 Apr 2026 23:41
Blockchain analytics firm Arkham Intelligence has located and publicly labeled the custodian wallets backing Morgan Stanley’s spot bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF), giving any observer the ability to track the fund’s BTC holdings in near real-time. Key Takeaways: Arkham Intelligence labeled three onchain wallets backing Morgan Stanley’s MSBT ETF, which holds 1,348 BTC worth more than […] - Hex Trust Brings 1:1 Backed Wrapped XRP to Solana’s Ecosystem18 Apr 2026 22:33
Wrapped XRP officially launched on Solana this week, letting XRP holders move into one of crypto’s most active decentralized finance networks without selling their native token position. Key Takeaways: Wrapped XRP launched on Solana this week, backed 1:1 by Hex Trust with roughly 834,498 wXRP in circulation. LayerZero’s OFT standard bridges wXRP across chains, giving […]