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Key Takeaways: Regulatory Approval – Kraken has secured restricted dealer registration from the Canadian Securities Administrators (CSA), reinforcing its compliance with local regulations. Expanded Services – This registration allows Kraken to continue offering crypto trading services to Canadian investors under regulatory oversight. Commitment to Compliance – The approval highlights Kraken’s dedication to meeting Canada’s evolving regulatory requirements for digital asset platforms. Kraken, one of the world’s leading cryptocurrency exchanges, has successfully secured a Restricted Dealer registration from Canadian regulators. Overview This milestone underscores the company’s commitment to compliance and reinforces its position as a trusted player in the country’s evolving…
Bitcoin and the broader crypto market have surprisingly held strong despite a massive crash in the U.S. stock market amid another round of declines. The U.S. stock market plunged again on Friday, April 4, 2025, erasing $1.5 trillion in market cap within the day’s opening hours. This sharp selloff comes from growing global trade tensions, particularly following new tariffs announced by President Donald Trump. As investors grow increasingly uneasy over the possibility of a prolonged trade war between the U.S. and China, equities suffered deep losses across major indices and sectors. However, in sharp contrast, Bitcoin and the broader cryptocurrency…
Puffer Finance has partnered with Chainlink, a leader in decentralized oracle solutions, to integrate Chainlink’s Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol into its system. This collaboration aims to enhance security and empower users to send tokens seamlessly across different blockchains. Puffer Finance, a Liquid Restaking Protocol, has integrated Chainlink’s advanced standards to boost its Ethereum-based ecosystem. This adoption includes Chainlink’s Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol (CCIP) for secure cross-chain operations and Chainlink Price Feeds for reliable data on Ethereum. The Liquid Restaking Protocol allows users to stake ETH through the PufferVault, which mints pufETH, its liquid restaking token (LRT). Unlike traditional staking, which locks assets…
Last night, April 3, 2025, in the Soho district of New York, the “Offline” NFT gallery of the famous marketplace of crypto art SuperRare was inaugurated. The SuperRare Offline Gallery was created with the intent to celebrate a new generation of artists, capable of reflecting and responding to the technological changes that characterize our time. In collaboration with FRMD displays, the gallery will regularly host panels, exhibitions, and social events, positioning itself as a cultural center dedicated to artists eager to shape the future through community engagement. Located on Bowery Street, the gallery was opened in a strategic position, next…
Figment, a staking infrastructure provider, is expanding into Latin America with a new office in São Paulo, Brazil. The company wants to support the region’s growing blockchain ecosystem and increase its institutional staking services. Sthefano Batista has been appointed as Head of Latin America, reporting to Josh Deems, Head of Americas, according to a company note. Batista has experience in traditional finance and digital assets, with roles at Paradigm, BTG Pactual, and MSCI. His focus will be on strengthening partnerships and expanding Figment’s operations in the region. Staking allows crypto holders to earn rewards by helping secure blockchain networks. Institutions…
Tron founder Justin Sun has announced a $50 million bounty for information to help recover $456 million in misappropriated Trueusd stablecoin reserves. Sun Blames Licensed Intermediaries Tron founder Justin Sun has announced a $50 million bounty for information that will aid in the recovery of $456 million in misappropriated Trueusd stablecoin reserves. Sun stated that the bounty aims to secure justice for victims of the theft, including himself, while also protecting Hong Kong’s reputation as a global financial center. The bounty was launched two days after Sun urged his followers on X to abandon the First Digital USD stablecoin project.…
The world of Web3 gaming is about to get an upgrade with Hatch Kings, an upcoming play-to-earn game on BNB Chain. Developed by Revolving Games, Hatch Kings combines strategy, resource management, and collectible gaming in an exciting dragon-taming adventure. The game is powered by $HATCH, a BNB-backed, community-owned token, making it one of the most anticipated blockchain games of 2024. Here’s everything you need to know. How Does Hatch Kings Work? At its core, Hatch Kings is about taming, training, and optimizing dragons to generate the highest possible gold per hour (GPH). Players unlock dragon eggs, hatch them, and level…
Bitcoin MagazineThis Easy Bitcoin ETF Flow Strategy Beats Buy and Hold by 40% Bitcoin has seen an institutional capital influx on a scale previously unfathomable. Billions of dollars are flowing into Bitcoin ETFs, reshaping the liquidity landscape, inflow-outflow dynamics, and investor psychology. While many interpret this movement as smart money executing complex strategies backed by proprietary analytics, a surprising reality surfaces: outperforming the institutions might not be as difficult as it seems. For a more in-depth look into this topic, check out a recent YouTube video here:Outperforming Bitcoin – Invest Like Institutions Canary In The Bitcoin Coal Mine One of…
Despite a sluggish growth in the crypto markets, Sonic posted a strong rally this week, fueled by notable DeFi expansion and bullish technicals. While fears over escalating tariffs continue to weigh on investor sentiment, Sonic (S) broke out on Friday, April 4, reaching a daily high of $0.514, marking an 11% increase in 24 hours. The rally appears to have been driven by multiple milestones in Sonic’s decentralized finance ecosystem, which has shown steady growth in both usage and capital inflows. The total bridged value locked across the Sonic decentralized finance ecosystem is approaching the $2 billion milestone. On April…
According to the latest Binance research, the NFT market saw a sharp drop in March 2025. Total sales volume across the top 10 blockchains fell by 12.4%, signaling weaker buyer interest. Only two chains—Immutable and Panini—bucked the trend. The number of unique NFT buyers dropped to its lowest level since October 2023, pointing to a slowdown caused by global economic pressures. Are NFTs Dying Out in 2025? Ethereum-based NFTs suffered the most. Sales on the network dropped 59.3%, with only CryptoPunks recording any growth among the top 20 collections. Bored Ape Yacht Club and Pudgy Penguins both posted losses of…