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"Kraken and Mastercard are teaming up to launch a crypto debit card in Europe and the UK. This announcement illustrates the willingness of industry giants to make cryptocurrencies a tangible payment tool, beyond speculation. In a market under regulatory pressure, this initiative embodies a new phase: that of usage and the real integration of cryptocurrencies into everyday life. It is a strong signal at a time when the industry is seeking tangible and compliant use cases."

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Bitcoin is facing increasing pressure since the resurgence of the trade war initiated by Donald Trump. While many hoped to see the asset detach from the influence of Wall Street, reality is catching up with the markets: the rise in U.S. bond yields is dampening initial enthusiasm.

China announced on April 9 a dramatic increase in tariffs on American products, which will rise to 84% starting April 10, 2025 at 12:01 AM. This decision is a direct response to Donald Trump, who had raised tariffs on Chinese imports to 104% the day before!

A new trade tension is shaking relations between Washington and Tokyo. Donald Trump's recent decision to impose massive tariffs on Japanese products is causing a shockwave. Japan is reacting, setting up a delegation, and trying to contain the crisis before it worsens.

The blockchain analysis company Bubblemaps revealed on Monday that over 30 million dollars worth of the memecoin MELANIA were transferred and sold discreetly, without any official communication from the project team.

The Sino-American economic war is flaring up again and dragging the yuan down with it. In response to Donald Trump's aggressive decision to impose drastic tariffs on Chinese products, Beijing is retaliating by intentionally allowing its currency to slide to its lowest levels since 2023. The unexpected consequence? A massive rush of Chinese investors towards bitcoin, which has become a lifeline in the face of uncertainty.

Europe believed it had locked down cryptocurrencies with MiCA. ESMA sets the record straight: too many gateways, too many risks. When tokens cough, finance could catch a cold.

According to Arthur Hayes, founder of BitMEX, China's reaction to the new American tariffs could trigger a massive capital flight towards bitcoin. This dynamic, which has already been observed in the past, could reignite the bullish trend of the crypto market in 2025.

Solana is deploying record volumes and seeing its TVL climb, but the price remains stuck below $130, held back by resistance. The crypto market is still waiting for the trigger for a rally.

Global trade is wobbling under the effect of a new escalation between Washington and Beijing. Donald Trump is reigniting the tariff offensive against China, rekindling a trade war that marked his previous term. Beijing, far from backing down, is deploying a firm response, determined to defend its strategic interests. This renewed showdown between the two superpowers resonates well beyond customs, threatens global economic balances, and stirs tensions in international markets. A confrontation whose implications could be felt well beyond American and Chinese borders.

Ethereum is wobbling, and the shadow of previous bear cycles resurfaces. In just three months, ETH has lost more than 65% of its value, bringing speculators and investors to a major psychological threshold: $1,000. This drop would not be a simple correction but an echo of the crashes of 2018 and 2022. As indicators slide into panic zones, the prospect of a definitive floor fuels both the hope of a rebound and the fear of prolonged capitulation.

The trade war orchestrated by Donald Trump has reached an unprecedented level, with record tariffs of 104% imposed on Chinese products. This sudden, almost surreal escalation has caught the crypto markets off guard, immediately plunging bitcoin into a downward spiral. But is this decline sustainable or merely a masked opportunity?

Binance makes a significant move by announcing the removal of 14 tokens from its platform starting April 16. This unprecedented decision, guided by a community vote and enhanced quality criteria, marks a turning point in the giant exchange's strategy for selecting crypto projects.

Michael Saylor, an emblematic figure of Bitcoin, has long wielded his strategy as a banner of absolute hodl. However, a recent filing with the SEC has begun to crack this narrative. The man who promised to bequeath his BTC to a dedicated foundation is now considering selling — at least under duress. A turnaround that raises questions: how far can one challenge financial and regulatory realities in the name of conviction?

James Murphy is suing the U.S. government under a FOIA complaint, hoping to obtain documents regarding the identity of Satoshi Nakamoto, following revelations from a DHS agent about a meeting in 2019.

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced a roundtable titled "Between a Block and a Hard Place: Tailoring Regulation for Crypto Trading" on April 11, 2025, in Washington, D.C. This event will bring together key figures from the crypto industry and traditional finance to discuss the development of a regulatory framework tailored to crypto trading.

Global stock markets regained some stability on Tuesday after three days of historic turbulence, despite worsening trade tensions triggered by Donald Trump's new protectionist measures.

The crypto landscape, shaken by adverse winds in recent weeks, is finally showing signs of resilience. As Bitcoin grazed $75,000 before bouncing back toward $80,000, altcoins like XRP and Dogecoin recorded gains of 10%, giving the market a breath of fresh air. This upswing comes as overall market capitalization returns to November levels, a time marked by Donald Trump's election. A technical rebound, massive liquidations, and a ripple effect among traders: decoding a relief that is as brutal as it is unexpected.

Wall Street opens its doors to XRP. Teucrium Investment Advisors is set to launch the very first ETF backed by Ripple's native asset on American soil. A leveraged product, with no direct holdings, which reflects the growing desire of traditional financial markets to capture the volatility (and potential profits) of the crypto ecosystem. While the industry is still waiting for the green light for a spot XRP ETF, this launch sounds like a strategic accelerator.

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WLFI, whose partner is the Trump family, is testing its stablecoin with a USD1 airdrop. While this initiative attracts attention, it also raises concerns about regulation.

Pakistan, often seen as a sleeping economic giant, seems determined to rewrite its financial destiny. In a masterstroke strategic move, the country has just appointed Changpeng Zhao (CZ), former CEO of Binance, as a key advisor to its Crypto Council (PCC). This bold, almost provocative decision reflects how he embodies both the promises and the turbulence of the crypto ecosystem. While the rupee wavers and capital flees, Islamabad is counting on digital assets to reshape its economic landscape.

Tether, the leader of USDT, is preparing a new American stablecoin aimed at financial institutions. This strategic project emerges as Washington moves towards a regulatory framework for these dollar-backed digital currencies.

The crypto market is regaining its colors after the "Black Monday" on April 7, which led to over one billion dollars in liquidations within 24 hours. Currently, the global crypto market capitalization stands at 2.53 trillion dollars, up 3.08% in a day, signaling a possible return of investor confidence.

Bitcoin is catching everyone off guard. Amid a stock market collapse triggered by Trump's new tariffs, the cryptocurrency is showing unexpected resilience. While the S&P 500 and Nasdaq are plummeting, and gold is struggling to reassure, BTC is gaining ground. This movement shakes up the certainties about its correlation with traditional markets and rekindles the debate: is Bitcoin establishing itself as a fully-fledged asset during systemic crises?

Donald Trump reignited trade tensions with China on Monday, April 7, by threatening to impose "additional" tariffs of 50% on Chinese products. This new escalation would occur as soon as April 9, if Beijing does not reverse its decision to retaliate against the U.S. customs offensive. China had indeed announced an increase of its own tariffs to 34% on American imports, effective April 10.

A new trade confrontation is beginning between the two shores of the Atlantic. Through the announcement of a 20% tariff on all European products, Washington directly targets exports from the Old Continent. France, on the front line, faces the threat of a major economic shock. Between the vulnerability of strategic sectors and diplomatic urgencies, Paris must react quickly. Behind this American decision lies much more than a tariff battle: the entire architecture of transatlantic trade relations is at stake.