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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.

ProShares XRP Futures ETF Launch Delayed: What Investors Need to Know

ProShares XRP Futures ETF Launch Delayed: What Investors Need to Know

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ProShares’ planned XRP futures exchange-traded funds (ETFs) will not launch on April 30th, according to a statement from Bloomberg analyst James Seyffart. While the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has approved the ETFs, a confirmed launch date is still pending. The article clarifies that despite the approval, the products will not be available for trading as previously anticipated, leaving investors awaiting further announcements.

Arizona Approves Bitcoin Reserve Bill, Awaiting Governor's Decision

Arizona Approves Bitcoin Reserve Bill, Awaiting Governor’s Decision

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Arizona’s legislature has passed a bill establishing a strategic Bitcoin reserve, making it the first state to do so. The bill, which saw votes largely split along party lines, allows the state treasury to invest public funds in Bitcoin. The legislation is now awaiting approval from the Governor.

Fidelity's Q2 Outlook: Bitcoin Stability & Ethereum Growth Potential

Fidelity’s Q2 Outlook: Bitcoin Stability & Ethereum Growth Potential

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Fidelity Digital Assets’ Q2 outlook highlights contrasting trends for Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH). Despite Bitcoin’s recent decline from its all-time high, Fidelity anticipates a period of stability. Conversely, the report suggests potential growth opportunities for Ethereum. The analysis is based on market performance in the first quarter, offering insights into the future of these leading cryptocurrencies.

Custodia CEO Accuses Federal Reserve of Favoring Large Banks in Stablecoin Regulation

Custodia CEO Accuses Federal Reserve of Favoring Large Banks in Stablecoin Regulation

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Custodia Bank CEO Caitlin Long alleges the US Federal Reserve is enacting policies that favor big banks in the stablecoin market, despite claims of easing crypto regulations. She criticized the Fed for rescinding some restrictive crypto policies while maintaining a rule from January 2023 that restricts banks from directly interacting with digital assets. This, according to Long, creates an uneven playing field that benefits established financial institutions over newer crypto-focused entities.

Mastercard Enables Stablecoin Payments with New Partnerships

Mastercard Enables Stablecoin Payments with New Partnerships

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Mastercard is expanding its payment capabilities by integrating stablecoins into its network. Partnering with crypto and fintech companies like OKX and Nuvei, the company will allow consumers to spend stablecoins and merchants to receive them. This initiative aims to bridge the gap between traditional payment systems and digital currencies, creating a comprehensive framework for wallet enablement and card functionalities.

Bitcoin Price Prediction: StanChart Forecasts a Surge to $120,000

Bitcoin Price Prediction: StanChart Forecasts a Surge to $120,000

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Standard Chartered predicts Bitcoin could reach $120,000 in the second quarter of 2025. The forecast, released by the bank’s head of digital assets research, Geoffrey Kendrick, suggests the increase will be driven by asset reallocations and shifts in investment flows.