A regional governor in Russia has proposed an innovative solution to revive struggling Bitcoin mining operations by harnessing excess natural gas supplies. Amid growing challenges for miners, including rising energy costs and regulatory uncertainties, the initiative seeks to turn untapped gas resources into a sustainable energy source for cryptocurrency mining. The proposal comes from the governor of Russia’s Irkutsk region, …
Cryptocurrency News
April, 2025
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28 April
Trump-Backed WLFI and Pakistan Crypto Council Forge Alliance to Drive Blockchain Growth
In a move poised to reshape the global blockchain landscape, the Trump-backed World Legal Finance Initiative (WLFI) has signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) with the Pakistan Crypto Council to jointly promote blockchain adoption across South Asia. The strategic partnership, announced today, signals a major step forward for blockchain development initiatives in emerging markets. WLFI, known for its focus on …
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28 April
Nasdaq Pushes SEC for Four-Tier Crypto Rulebook, Demands Clarity
Nasdaq, one of the largest stock exchanges in the world, has called on the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to establish a comprehensive, four-tier rulebook for the cryptocurrency industry, demanding much-needed regulatory clarity for digital assets. In a recent statement, Nasdaq emphasized that the current regulatory framework for cryptocurrencies is insufficient and has created significant uncertainty for both investors …
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28 April
Coinbase CLO Urges SEC to Lift Prohibition on Staff Holding Cryptocurrency
Coinbase CLO Urges SEC to Lift Prohibition on Staff Holding CryptocurrencyCoinbase Chief Legal Officer (CLO) Paul Grewal has called on the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to lift its prohibition on agency employeholding cryptocurrencies, suggesting that the current rule could hinder the SEC’s ability to effectively regulate the growing digital asset space. In a recent statement, Grewal argued that …
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28 April
SEC Greenlights ProShares XRP Futures ETFs for April 30 Launch
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has approved the launch of ProShares’ XRP Futures Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs), clearing the way for the highly anticipated product to begin trading on April 30. This marks a significant milestone for the cryptocurrency industry as the first-ever XRP futures-based ETF to receive regulatory approval in the United States. ProShares, a leading provider of …
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28 April
Monero Sees 50% Surge as $330M in BTC Gets Laundered Through XMR
The privacy-focused cryptocurrency Monero (XMR) has experienced a significant price surge of 50% following reports that over $330 million worth of Bitcoin (BTC) was laundered through its network. The rise in XMR’s value comes amid increased scrutiny of privacy coins, which are often used for transactions that aim to conceal the identities of senders and recipients. According to blockchain analysts, …
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27 April
Dogecoin’s Big Move: Resistance Broken, $1 Target on the Horizon
Dogecoin (DOGE) has made a significant move in the crypto market, breaking through a key resistance trendline that many analysts believe could trigger a breakout above the $1 mark. The popular meme coin, which has seen explosive growth in recent years, is now eyeing its next major milestone — a potential push to $1, a psychological and technical barrier that …
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27 April
Solana Gets Major Boost as Institutions Pour $1 Billion in One Week
Solana (SOL), the high-performance blockchain platform, has received a massive vote of confidence from institutional investors, with nearly $1 billion in new capital flowing into the network in just one week. This surge in institutional backing signals growing interest in Solana as a key player in the blockchain and decentralized finance (DeFi) ecosystems. The influx of funds comes amid a …
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27 April
Transatlantic Tensions Grow as Crypto Regulations Take Center Stage
As the cryptocurrency market continues to expand, a new front of tension is emerging between the U.S. and the European Union over how to regulate the industry. With both sides moving forward with their own approaches to crypto regulation, experts warn that the debate could evolve into a full-blown transatlantic power struggle, with global implications for the digital assets space. …
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27 April
Blockchain Firm Predicts Bitcoin to Reach $100,000 in 2 Weeks — Here’s Why
In a bold new prediction, blockchain firm TechChain Analytics has forecasted that Bitcoin’s price could soar to $100,000 within the next two weeks. The firm, known for its data-driven insights into cryptocurrency markets, outlined several key factors driving the expected price surge, sparking excitement among investors and analysts alike. According to TechChain’s latest market analysis, Bitcoin is poised for a …