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Since Bitcoin established itself as a serious store of value in the eyes of companies, a new category of players has emerged: Bitcoin treasury companies. Presented as the pioneers of the finance of the future, they are now faced with a harsh reality. According to a chilling report from the venture capital fund Breed, the vast majority of them are on the verge of extinction, trapped in a spiral that is as predictable as it is fatal.

Polkadot aimed to become the backbone of Web3. However, the latest figures reported by Messari for the first quarter of this year reveal a sharp decline: decreased activity, falling users, and dropping market capitalization. While other ecosystems consolidate their traction, Gavin Wood's project struggles to fulfill its promises. The contrast between the network's advanced technical architecture and its low adoption fuels doubts: can Polkadot still embody the decentralized future it claimed to want to build?

Crypto cards are now competing with traditional banks for everyday purchases in Europe. With nearly half of transactions under 12 dollars, these new payment tools are transforming consumer habits. A silent revolution that is redefining the future of European payments.

When a crypto company enters the S&P 500 and then joins TIME's list of the 100 most influential companies, it is no longer just recognition: it is a signal of a shift in era. By 2025, Coinbase is no longer just an exchange; it becomes a symbol of the normalization of Web3 within the circles of global economic power. Its rise marks a clear break between the utopian promises of the sector and its integration into traditional structures of influence.

President Trump has criticised debanking, echoing concerns from the crypto sector as the White House revisits executive action.

After more than four years of legal battle and a globally scrutinized decision, Ripple is ending its showdown with the SEC. The withdrawal of its appeal, along with the one expected from the regulator, seals the epilogue of a landmark dispute for the crypto industry. In an environment where every action by the authorities influences the market, this outcome permanently clarifies the legal status of XRP and redefines the regulatory framework in the United States.

On the occasion of Pi2Day, celebrated every June 28, Pi Network unveiled two strategic features: a no-code application creation tool powered by AI and a community staking mechanism to promote projects. This initiative marks a turning point towards a more accessible platform, governed by its users. By focusing on intelligent automation and the decentralization of referrals, Pi Network aims to redefine the rules of mobile-first Web3, at the intersection of technological innovation and community engagement.

Fewer movements, more silence: Bitcoin breathes. But behind the candlesticks, Trump is getting angry, Powell is trembling, and the dollar is melting... Is it enough to awaken a sleeping crypto queen?

Kalshi has raised $185 million in new funding, boosting its valuation to $2 billion as it plans to expand access to its prediction markets and grow its technology team.

Solana bombards DEXs, Ethereum takes the hit... but behind the sparkle, a network coughs and memecoins tumble. The crypto king trembles, but can the prince reign without an active throne?

While public opinion gets bogged down in debates over ETFs and speculative bubbles, the U.S. government is taking action. Discreetly, but resolutely. Behind the walls of the Capitol, a strategic reserve of bitcoin is being established. This is no longer theory: it is now confirmed. And this revelation changes the game.

The XRPL network is becoming increasingly competitive: is a rise in XRP coming soon?

"For several weeks now, Coinbase's (COIN) stock has been on the rise, reaching a historic high of $382 before closing at $369.21. This surge is not coincidental: it reflects both a major regulatory turning point in the United States and the profound strategic transformation undertaken by the crypto company, which is determined to become one of the pillars of global digital finance."

Grayscale upends the crypto hierarchy: XRP, ADA, and BNB fall out of its Top 20 in favor of Morpho and Avalanche. Details here!

Kraken has launched Krak, a global payments app that lets users send crypto, stablecoins, and fiat in over 110 countries. The app supports more than 300 assets and includes features like reward-earning accounts and upcoming financial tools.

Wall Street continues to set records, and crypto holds its breath. As the Nasdaq and S&P 500 reach historical highs, the prospect of monetary easing by the Fed revives bullish scenarios. In this climate of optimism, a question arises: is Bitcoin ready to cross a new symbolic threshold? With favorable macroeconomic signals and renewed institutional interest, the hypothesis of BTC exceeding $112,000 resurfaces, fueled by the dynamics of traditional markets.

Bitcoin’s long-term holders hit record accumulation, showing strong confidence amid steady market conditions.

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The bitcoin market, usually quick to get excited at the slightest institutional whisper, seems today to be sending a clear message: long-term confidence is present. For 13 consecutive days, Bitcoin ETFs in the United States attracted nearly 3 billion dollars, an undeniable sign that major investors are no longer betting solely on a hype effect but on a solid trend.

World Liberty Financial is preparing to make its WLFI token tradable while rolling out a stablecoin audit and a new app to simplify crypto use.

In the Web3 gaming space, MetaHoof emerges as a new benchmark, blending simulation, strategy, and true digital ownership. With immersive 3D horse racing and a blockchain-powered economy, the game sets itself apart. The Pre-Alpha phase just began, followed by the Alpha rollout in August. Players now get a concrete glimpse of what the full release promises: competitive gameplay, valuable rewards, and full control over their digital assets.

Rio is set to host a high-stakes BRICS summit, marked by two historic absences: Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin. The Chinese president is withdrawing for the first time since 2013, while his Russian counterpart remains in the Kremlin, targeted by an arrest warrant from the ICC. At a time when the bloc wants to assert itself against the dollar and strengthen its influence, these withdrawals weaken the group's unity and raise doubts about its geopolitical trajectory.

The world of crypto is evolving at a dizzying speed, and Coinbase knows it better than anyone else. In the midst of the DeFi sector's excitement, the American exchange continues to push the technical and economic boundaries of interoperability. This week, it is the turn of Cardano (ADA) and Litecoin (LTC) to cross a symbolic milestone: their integration in the form of "wrapped" tokens on Base, the Ethereum layer-2 network developed by Coinbase. This maneuver is not just a simple gadget, but a clear strategy to connect decentralized worlds to each other.

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For a long time reserved for bitcoin, the role of strategic treasury asset is now expanding to other cryptos. Upexi, listed on Nasdaq, is a concrete illustration of this: it has strengthened its treasury with 735,692 SOL, valued at over 105 million dollars. And that's not all: the company also announces the tokenization of its shares on the Solana blockchain.

BALI, INDONESIA – April 2025 — Coinfest Asia, the largest crypto and Web3 festival in the world, is officially back. Taking place August 21–22 at Nuanu Creative City – Bali’s creative and cultural hub—the event will bring together a global crowd of 10,000+ founders, builders, investors,…