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UK Unveils New Regulations for Crypto Services: Staking, Stablecoins, and Custody

UK Unveils New Regulations for Crypto Services: Staking, Stablecoins, and Custody

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The UK government is introducing new regulations for the cryptocurrency market, detailed in a draft legislation released on April 29th. The rules, part of a broader “Plan for Change,” aim to bring crypto exchanges, dealers, and custodians, including services like staking and stablecoins, under the supervision of the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). This move signals an effort to standardize and oversee the crypto industry within the UK, aligning with other financial service regulations.

Nasdaq Seeks to List Dogecoin ETF, Boosting Crypto's Mainstream Presence

Nasdaq Seeks to List Dogecoin ETF, Boosting Crypto’s Mainstream Presence

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Nasdaq has filed a form with the SEC to list a 21Shares Spot Dogecoin ETF. This move indicates a growing acceptance of cryptocurrencies within traditional financial markets. The proposed ETF would allow investors to gain exposure to Dogecoin’s price fluctuations passively, without the need for speculative trading methods. This development suggests a potential shift towards wider adoption and integration of digital assets.

BlackRock's Bitcoin ETF Sees Massive Inflow, Now Holds Over 3% of Bitcoin Supply

BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF Sees Massive Inflow, Now Holds Over 3% of Bitcoin Supply

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BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) experienced a substantial $970 million inflow on April 28th, its second-largest single-day intake since its January 2024 launch. This surge brought IBIT’s assets under management to over $56 billion, giving it control of more than 3% of the total Bitcoin supply. The article highlights the significant growth and market impact of this Bitcoin ETF.

Memecoin Wallet Linked to TRUMP Project Transfers $20M to Exchanges

Memecoin Wallet Linked to TRUMP Project Transfers $20M to Exchanges

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A wallet associated with the official Donald Trump memecoin project has moved approximately $20 million worth of TRUMP tokens to major cryptocurrency exchanges. On-chain analysis indicates that the wallet transferred 1.346 million TRUMP tokens, potentially impacting the token’s price as it happened amid a trading frenzy. This action has drawn attention to the project’s token holdings and their market activity.

Corporate Bitcoin Investment Explodes: Firms Add 100,000 BTC in April 2025

Corporate Bitcoin Investment Explodes: Firms Add 100,000 BTC in April 2025

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Corporate Bitcoin holdings experienced a significant surge in April 2025, with firms globally adding nearly 100,000 BTC, bringing total corporate reserves to approximately 750,000 BTC. This data, sourced from Bitwise and Bitcoin Treasuries, indicates a strong institutional interest. Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy) was a major contributor, accounting for around 26.3% of the monthly increase by adding 25,370 BTC to their holdings.

Bitcoin Leverage Ratio Spike: Increased Liquidation Risks

Bitcoin Leverage Ratio Spike: Increased Liquidation Risks

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Bitcoin’s estimated leverage ratio (ELR) surged to its highest level since January 2023 on April 25th. This indicates that traders are using larger positions relative to their margin, potentially increasing the risk of liquidations. The ELR is calculated by dividing open interest by the number of coins on derivative exchanges. A rising ELR suggests elevated risk within the Bitcoin market.

1inch Expands to Solana: Enhanced Swaps & Cross-Chain Potential

1inch Expands to Solana: Enhanced Swaps & Cross-Chain Potential

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1inch, a decentralized exchange aggregator, has launched on the Solana blockchain. This integration, announced at TOKEN2049 Dubai, allows users to perform on-chain swaps through the 1inch dApp and access six APIs. The move marks 1inch’s first major deployment of its Fusion protocol on Solana, paving the way for potential cross-chain swaps between Solana and other networks. The article highlights Solana’s significantly higher transaction processing compared to Ethereum, despite similar trading volumes.

BitMEX Offers Zero-Fee Bitcoin Spot Trading Until Bitcoin Reaches $100K

BitMEX Offers Zero-Fee Bitcoin Spot Trading Until Bitcoin Reaches $100K

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Cryptocurrency exchange BitMEX has announced the introduction of commission-free Bitcoin spot trading. This promotion will remain in effect until the price of Bitcoin hits $100,000. The move aims to attract more users to the platform and increase trading activity within the Bitcoin market.

Bitcoin ETF Demand Surges Following Price Increase, Reaching Record Inflows

Bitcoin ETF Demand Surges Following Price Increase, Reaching Record Inflows

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Spot Bitcoin ETFs experienced a dramatic turnaround, attracting over $3 billion in net inflows between April 21st and 25th. This surge in institutional investment marks a significant shift from previous weeks’ sluggish demand. The increased interest in Bitcoin ETFs is directly correlated with a recent price breakout, signaling growing confidence in the cryptocurrency market and potentially leading to record-breaking investment flows in 2025.

Bitcoin Mining Leans into Renewable Energy Sources, Report Shows

Bitcoin Mining Leans into Renewable Energy Sources, Report Shows

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A recent report from the Cambridge Centre for Alternative Finance indicates that over 50% of Bitcoin mining energy consumption comes from sustainable sources. This highlights a growing trend within the industry towards renewable energy. The report also notes increased diversification and innovation in operational metrics, suggesting a push for long-term resilience within the Bitcoin mining sector.