Category: crypto

Ahmad Shadid, Founder of O.xyz, criticizes the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) for cutting jobs under the pretext of efficiency. DOGE is using AI to monitor federal employees, violating privacy laws. The cuts are impacting critical areas like AI and semiconductor development. Lack of transparency and oversight raises concerns about data privacy and accountability. The…

The U.S. updated tariff guidelines exempting certain technology devices from reciprocal tariffs, including laptops, smartphones, and semiconductors. China criticized the U.S. tariffs and called for mutual respect and dialogue. Apple benefited from exemptions, but still faces challenges due to its reliance on China for manufacturing. Critics of Trump’s tariff policies remain vocal. Bitcoin market reacted…

Adrian Brink, founder of Namada, discusses how Donald Trump’s second term agenda resembles a private equity playbook, focusing on leveraging the US as a conglomerate. Trump is purging leadership, slashing costs, and using tariffs as a revenue tool to reshape America Inc. The administration aims to relist America by the midterms in 2026 through deficit-funded…

Former Binance CEO CZ agreed to assist prosecutors in case against Tron founder Justin Sun. CZ discredited WSJ report as a “hit piece” and denied informing on Sun. Sun calls CZ a mentor and friend. Sun faces SEC charges for securities violations and fraud. Negotiations for settlement ongoing. United front urged against rumors.

Stablecoins have evolved into a key component of global payments, with the market cap doubling to $232 billion in the past year. U.S. regulation is becoming more serious, with proposed bills aiming to ensure safety without stifling innovation. Enterprises are increasingly adopting stablecoins for faster, cheaper transactions. Mass adoption and regulatory maturation are the next…

In a guest post by Konstantin Vasilenko, the challenges of buying cryptocurrency for first-time buyers are highlighted through the story of Kamal from Indonesia. The complex and confusing process often leads to frustration and abandonment. The ideal buying process should be simple, transparent, user-friendly, and fast to encourage mass adoption of cryptocurrency.

Ripple Labs and its XRP token are in a legal battle with the SEC over allegations of selling XRP as an unregistered security. A potential resolution is expected by April 16, which could impact crypto regulation in the U.S. Ripple has continued to expand despite legal hurdles, acquiring Hidden Road for $1.25 billion in 2025.

DeFi has grown into a complex ecosystem of lending markets, stablecoin networks, and liquidity pools, with around $88 billion locked. New risks like sudden liquidity crunches, stablecoin depegs, and cascading liquidations can emerge. Monitoring tools like Aave Risk Analytics and Curve Risk Analytics help identify and manage these risks. Whale investors can also impact market…

China retaliates to Trump’s tariffs with a 125% tariff on all American goods. Despite losing the U.S. market, China remains confident in surviving and thriving without the U.S. President Trump’s tariffs have led to market losses, pushing countries closer to China. Bitcoin is seen as a market hedge amidst geopolitical tensions.

US Senators Tillis and Hickenlooper reintroduced the PROOF Act to prevent digital asset custodians from mixing customer funds with institutional or proprietary capital. The bill mandates monthly third-party inspections of custodial reserves to prevent failures like the collapse of FTX. Non-compliance would lead to civil penalties, aiming to ensure transparency and security.