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Spot activity has been fading for months, and April’s numbers show that trend is becoming harder to ignore. After peaking near $2 trillion in October 2025, monthly spot volume steadily declined until reaching roughly $679 billion, the weakest reading since October 2023. Source: X The decline suggests traders are becoming less interested in outright asset ownership. Instead, a larger share of activity is moving toward futures and perpetual markets, where capital can remain active without committing fully to spot positions. That shift explains why spot liquidity continues thinning despite ongoing market participation. Traders have not disappeared from the market. Rather,…

The DeFi Report (TDR), a cryptocurrency analytics company, stated in its latest analysis that Bitcoin’s current uptrend is facing its biggest test yet. Company founder Michael Nadeau evaluated recent market developments and on-chain data, offering important warnings about Bitcoin’s short-term outlook. While a “bullish” sentiment prevails in the market as the Bitcoin price approaches the $80,000 mark, analysts at The DeFi Report are cautious about the sustainability of this trend. The analysis points out that the current momentum is weakening and that the market is at a critical breaking point. Bitcoin closed the week above the average cost basis ($79,000)…

TOKYO, Japan – The Japanese yen-pegged stablecoin, JPYC, has successfully raised 2.8 billion yen, equivalent to $18.1 million, in a pivotal Series B funding round. This substantial capital injection signals strong investor confidence in Japan’s regulated digital currency sector. Consequently, the company plans to aggressively expand its ecosystem across both traditional finance and the emerging Web3 landscape. This development arrives at a critical juncture for Japan’s financial technology industry. JPYC Stablecoin Details Major Funding Milestone JPYC announced the completion of its Series B funding round on March 26, 2025. The raise totals 2.8 billion yen, precisely $18.1 million at current…

President Trump has thrown his weight behind suspending the federal gas tax, a move designed to ease the sting of fuel prices that have climbed past $4.50 per gallon for gasoline and $5.70 for diesel. The proposal lands as geopolitical tensions tied to the war in Iran continue to push energy costs higher. The federal excise tax sits at 18.4 cents per gallon on gasoline and 24.4 cents per gallon on diesel. The legislative landscape Sen. Josh Hawley, the Missouri Republican, introduced S. 4485, which calls for a 90-day suspension of the federal gas tax by setting it to zero.…

Cryptocurrency exchange Kraken has announced a strategic partnership with global remittance firm MoneyGram, enabling users to convert digital assets into cash at physical agent locations across more than 100 countries. The service, first reported by Crypto Briefing, is set to roll out in phases across the United States, Europe, Latin America, Africa, and parts of the Asia-Pacific region. How the Withdrawal Service Works Through this integration, Kraken users can initiate a withdrawal request on the exchange platform and then collect the equivalent cash at a nearby MoneyGram agent location. The process bridges the gap between digital holdings and physical fiat…

Bitcoin just faced one of its biggest institutional shocks in months. Spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded a staggering $635 million in net outflows within a single trading day. This marked the largest withdrawal in 105 days and immediately sparked fresh fear across the crypto market. Traders now wonder whether institutions expect a deeper correction ahead. The sudden Bitcoin ETF outflow arrived during a fragile market phase. Bitcoin already struggled to maintain bullish momentum near key resistance levels. As selling pressure increased, investors rushed to analyze whether this represented temporary profit-taking or the start of a broader market reversal. Many analysts now…

BEIJING, China – The People’s Bank of China (PBoC) has maintained its key benchmark lending rates unchanged for the eleventh consecutive month, signaling continued monetary policy stability amid global economic uncertainty. This decision keeps the one-year Loan Prime Rate (LPR) at 3.0% and the five-year LPR at 3.5%, marking the longest period of rate stability since the LPR reform implementation in 2019. Financial markets closely watched this announcement for signals about China’s economic management approach through 2025. China’s PBoC Maintains Monetary Policy Consistency The People’s Bank of China announced its latest rate decision today, continuing a pattern of monetary policy…

Avalanche ($AVAX) continues to capture attention due to its pronounced price movements set against a backdrop of rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and challenging conditions within the broader cryptocurrency sector. Known for its robust blockchain capabilities and decentralized finance (DeFi) offerings, Avalanche gained prominence in 2020, quickly achieving significant investment backing and establishing itself as a premier platform within the crypto space. Yet, investors face growing anxiety about $AVAX’s future trajectory amidst fluctuating market conditions. How is Avalanche Currently Performing in the Market? Current market statistics show $AVAX trading at $9.41, supported by a market capitalization of $4.06…

If you thought border issues were so last century, think again. Kuwait is living a real-life spy thriller this week, summoning Iran’s ambassador for what they call an unexpected visit by some Revolutionary Guard-linked individuals to Boubyan Island. The Kuwaiti Foreign Ministry didn’t exactly roll out the red carpet for Iran’s ambassador, Mohammad Totonji. Instead, they handed over a formal protest, condemning the alleged infiltration. It’s a diplomatic way of saying, “we’re not amused.” Boubyan Island, Kuwait claims, is its sovereign territory, and IRGC-linked individuals allegedly got a little too close for comfort earlier in May 2026. What went down…

FixedFloat has tightened its compliance rules for transactions linked to Huobi or $HTX after the United Kingdom placed Huobi Global S.A. under Russia-related sanctions. The instant crypto exchange said it will suspend incoming funds that originate from Huobi and require extra verification. It also advised users to check whether their funds or sending addresses connect to sanctioned entities before starting an exchange. FixedFloat adds checks for Huobi-linked funds “Funds originating from Huobi will be suspended by our service and will be subject to additional verification,” FixedFloat said. The company did not state how long reviews may take or how far…