Cryptocurrency News

April, 2025

• 7 April

  McGregor’s Crypto Swing Misses: REAL Token Axed, Investors Reimbursed

  

  Conor McGregor may be a knockout in the octagon, but his latest venture into crypto didn’t land the punch. The highly anticipated launch of the REAL token — a project tied to McGregor and positioned as a major player in the digital asset space — has officially been scrapped, leaving bidders disappointed but not empty-handed. The token, which was set …
• 7 April

  Recession Fears Spike: Polymarket Odds Top 50% After Market Tumble

  

  Recession chatter is heating up again — and this time, it’s not just economists raising red flags. Polymarket bettors have now pushed U.S. recession odds above 50%, as Wall Street reels from a sharp two-day selloff that wiped billions off the markets. The spike in recession predictions on the decentralized betting platform follows a brutal stretch for equities, driven by …
• 7 April

  Cathie Wood’s Ark Snaps Up $13.4M in Coinbase Shares as Markets Shudder

  

  As global markets grapple with renewed volatility and investor jitters, Cathie Wood’s Ark Invest is once again leaning into its high-conviction strategy — scooping up $13.4 million worth of Coinbase shares during a broader market downturn. The bold buy was spread across multiple Ark ETFs, including the flagship Ark Innovation ETF (ARKK), signaling Wood’s continued confidence in both Coinbase and …
• 7 April

  From Octagon to Blockchain: McGregor Launches ‘REAL’ Meme Coin

  

  Conor McGregor is no stranger to bold moves — and his latest step takes him out of the cage and into the crypto world. The UFC superstar has officially launched his very own meme coin, dubbed ‘REAL’, marking his entry into the ever-evolving landscape of Web3 and digital assets. Unveiled as part of the “REALTOK” platform, the ‘REAL’ token is …
• 7 April

  OKX in Hot Water: Thai SEC Files Charges for Unauthorized Operations

  

  The Thai Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has filed a criminal complaint against crypto exchange OKX, accusing the platform of operating in Thailand without the necessary licenses — a move that marks yet another escalation in the country’s tightening grip on digital asset regulation. According to the SEC’s official statement, OKX allegedly provided crypto trading services to Thai residents without …
• 7 April

  Bitcoin Hit by Trump Shockwave, Drops to $78K in Market Slide

  

  Bitcoin took a sharp hit on Monday, falling 6% to $78,000 as global markets reeled from a surprise policy jolt by former U.S. President Donald Trump. The drop came in the wake of Trump’s announcement hinting at sweeping new tariffs on Chinese imports, should he return to the White House in 2025 — a move that immediately shook investor confidence …
• 7 April

  Fartcoin Defies the Stink: Rises 8% Amid Dogecoin, Ethereum Meltdown

  

  In a brutal week for crypto, where big-name tokens like Ethereum and Dogecoin were left bleeding, one unlikely memecoin stood tall — or rather, let one rip. Fartcoin, the self-proclaimed “gassiest coin on the blockchain,” rose over 8%, defying broader market trends and lighting up social media in the process. While Ethereum dropped nearly 6% and Dogecoin plunged almost 10%, …
• 7 April

  70% of Binance Traders Are Bullish on XRP — But Is a Rug Pull Coming?

  

  A recent analysis of trading sentiment on Binance reveals that a striking 70% of traders are betting on a rise in XRP’s price. The overwhelming bullish stance has ignited hope among investors anticipating a breakout. However, market veterans and technical analysts are urging caution, pointing to a range of factors that could quickly reverse this sentiment. The Bullish Wave on …
• 7 April

  बाजार में उथल-पुथल: सेंसेक्स 4,000 अंक गिरा; निफ्टी 21,800 से नीचे गिरा

  

  अमेरिकी राष्ट्रपति डोनाल्ड ट्रंप के पारस्परिक टैरिफ के प्रभाव ने भारतीय शेयर बाजार को भारी झटका दिया, जिसमें बीएसई सेंसेक्स 4,000 अंक टूट गया, जबकि निफ्टी 21,800 से नीचे आ गया। घरेलू बाजार में गिरावट प्रमुख वैश्विक बाजारों में देखे गए रुझानों के अनुरूप थी। शुरुआती कारोबार में, टाटा स्टील, टाटा मोटर्स, एचसीएल टेक्नोलॉजीज, टेक महिंद्रा, इंफोसिस, लार्सन एंड टूब्रो, …
• 7 April

  Ethereum Whale Wrecked: $106M Liquidated on Sky During Market Meltdown

  

  In one of the largest single liquidation events of the year, an Ethereum whale was wiped out to the tune of $106 million on Sky Exchange, as a brutal crypto sell-off sent shockwaves through the market. The liquidation occurred as Ethereum’s price plunged sharply, breaching key support levels amid a broader market meltdown that saw over $1 billion in total …