Kevin Warsh moves closer to a key Senate hearing, but administrative blockages, political tensions, and an investigation targeting Jerome Powell slow his appointment to lead the Federal Reserve.

The XRP derivatives market has just recorded a sharp drop, with a contraction of more than 78% since October 2025. This decline marks a clear disengagement of traders and a weakening of speculative leverage around the asset. In an already uncertain context, this evolution raises questions: is it a simple market adjustment or a deeper signal about XRP's dynamics?

Bitcoin crosses the $74,000 mark again, supported by renewed investor interest. Behind this movement, the market is crossed by opposing forces. Institutional demand supports prices, while persistent sales limit the extent of the rise. This return to a key level comes in a context of tension, where the balance between buyers and sellers remains uncertain.

Failed extortion attempt against Kraken: the exchange reveals everything and refuses to yield. What you need to know about this crypto news.

In Frankfurt, flashy cryptos are often snubbed, but well-groomed tokenization is pampered. Moral: blockchain is allowed in the lounge, provided you take off your shoes, stablecoins, and crazy ideas.

In the space of a few weeks, BitMine has intensified its ETH purchases at a rarely seen pace, crossing a holding threshold that is already raising questions in the market. Behind this massive accumulation, Tom Lee shows a clear conviction: the current phase could mark a turning point in the crypto cycle. This strategy, both opportunistic and structuring, now places BitMine at the heart of the dynamics that could shape Ethereum's future.

The European Central Bank has just taken a decisive step in the debate on the regulation of cryptocurrencies in Europe. In an opinion published on Friday, it explicitly supports a proposal from the European Commission that could sustainably transform the way digital assets are monitored on the Old Continent. 

$1.1 billion in 7 days! Crypto ETPs have just smashed their records, with Bitcoin leading ($872M) and institutions making a strong comeback. A historic trend or just a rebound?

Michael Saylor puts one billion dollars back into bitcoin. Strategy bought 13,927 BTC between April 6 and 12, 2026, bringing its total reserve to 780,897 BTC. Despite volatility and latent losses, the accumulation machine is still running.

Hungary could become a more breathable ground for crypto after Viktor Orbán's fall. This political shift goes beyond Budapest: it also affects how the European MiCA rules will be applied, or overinterpreted, in a member state.

In a few hours, the price of oil has crossed the 100 dollar mark again after the announcement of a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz by Washington. This nerve center of global energy trade becomes again a major pressure lever in the confrontation between the United States and Iran. Behind this surge, an immediate risk: to see geopolitical tension turn into a global economic shock, with direct repercussions on inflation and financial markets.

The conflict between WLFI and Justin Sun reaches a decisive stage by entering a judicial phase. Between accusations of blacklisting, suspicions of token control, and lack of transparency, this case highlights potential governance flaws in DeFi and could mark a turning point for investors.

The countdown to the 2028 halving has already begun… and it exposes a reality that few investors anticipate. At the midpoint, the mining ecosystem enters an unprecedented tension zone, far from the balances observed during the previous cycle. Rising costs, increased competition, and structural changes reshape the rules of the game. This halfway point is not trivial, as it marks the beginning of a decisive turning point for companies in the sector as well as for the entire Bitcoin market.

Crypto news - Senator Lummis warns: the CLARITY Act must be voted now or wait until 2030. Full analysis in this article!

While the crypto market coughs and looks at its shoes, Saylor reloads the Bitcoin wheelbarrow. Fourteen billion in losses? Not even scared, he asks for more.

China has just sent a signal that could impact the global financial balance. By massively liquidating its US Treasury bonds while strengthening its gold reserves, Beijing is undertaking a strategic repositioning with potentially profound implications. Behind these figures, a dynamic is emerging that questions the dominance of the dollar and is already capturing the attention of markets, including the crypto market.

Perpetual contracts from traditional finance are exploding. In a few months, their volumes have tripled, driven by continuous and flexible trading. At the heart of this dynamic, Binance establishes itself as a key player, capturing a large share of liquidity and redefining market rules.

While Ethereum (ETH) stagnates around $2,200, the Glamsterdam upgrade enters advanced testing phase. Will this latest technical evolution be enough to revive the momentum of the second largest crypto network?

The story no longer looks like a simple speculative fall. It now takes the form of a political problem. As tokens associated with Donald Trump sink, the criticism changes tone. It is no longer just about losses for crypto investors. It is about access, influence, and conflict of interest. The fall of Trump-linked crypto projects now goes beyond market correction. The memecoin TRUMP hit an all-time low of 2.73 dollars and remains crushed by more than 96% compared to its peak of 73.43 dollars. Meanwhile, WLFI set a new floor around 0.077 dollar on April 11 and remains sharply down from its 2025 peak.

Six months after the October 2025 crash, the crypto market has still not regained its balance. Behind the apparent calm, scars remain visible. The question is no longer whether the storm has passed, but what it has truly left behind. Between structural fragility and the absence of clear momentum, the crypto ecosystem seems to be evolving on a much more unstable ground than it appears.

While the price of the crypto XRP tries to extend a recent rebound, activity on its network plummets. This divergence between market and actual usage weakens the ongoing momentum and raises questions about the strength of the movement. On-chain data therefore draws a signal that investors cannot ignore.

Bitcoin ETFs have just recorded their best week in nearly two months. A strong signal, as the crypto market was barely emerging from a dark streak marked by massive withdrawals and persistent volatility. 

Bitwise sent the smell of hot powder around Hyperliquid and draws its ETF before others. On Wall Street, even the hype ends up in a suit.

Crypto is now establishing itself in areas where geopolitical tensions dictate the rules. According to Chainalysis, crypto payments related to Iran could expose certain companies to international sanctions. This signal comes as maritime transport players explore new ways to circumvent traditional constraints. Between financial innovation and regulatory risk, the use of blockchain in these sensitive contexts raises questions.