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Wrapped Bitcoin (wBTC), one of the most widely used Bitcoin derivatives across the Ethereum ecosystem, has announced security measures amid ongoing DeFi contagion fears. On Thursday, the project said it is upgrading its cross-chain DVN configurations, which would be done by Sunday, 26 April. It added, “These updates are precautionary and reflect our ongoing approach to maintaining robust security standards across integrations.” For perspective, DVN (decentralized verification network) is the system that the attacker exploited on LayerZero, exposing the Kelp DAO protocol to lose $293 million. However, the KelpDAO had a simplified DVN set-up that needed only a single verifier.…

$ETH, the native cryptocurrency of smart contract giant, Ethereum, is down 0.4% during Friday’s U.S. market hours to trade at $2,320. The pullback gained its initial momentum from the cautious consolidation trend in the broader crypto market as Bitcoin stalls around the $78,000 mark. However, the market observers address the recent sale of 10,000 $ETH from Ethereum foundation as trigger for today’s downtick. Here’s how this move could potentially influence the $ETH price in the long-term. Ethereum Foundation Sells 10K $ETH at $2,387 in OTC Deal with BitMine On Friday April 24th, the Ethereum Foundation finalized an over-the-counter (OTC) trade…

The cryptocurrency market remained relatively flat last week, with Bitcoin and Ethereum experiencing minimal recoveries. Analysts believe the sideways movement is due to the shift in focus, particularly on oil prices, because of the ongoing conflict between the US and Iran. However, US President Donald Trump has given Iran until Tuesday to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. In the cryptocurrency market, a significant number of altcoins are expected to experience large-scale token unlock events in the new week. Here is the cryptocurrency unlock schedule we have specially prepared for you at Bitcoinsistemi.com. (All times are given in UTC+3 Turkish time)…

The crypto market currently is at a pivotal point where technical momentum meets intense global uncertainty. After being stuck in a holding pattern for many weeks, $BTC now appears poised to break out again as geopolitical narratives shift and additional volatility is expected. Top crypto analyst Michaël van de Poppe is highlighting the huge momentum of $BTC price action. If things heat up around the Strait of Hormuz that is a major chokepoint for oil supply in the globe, the fireworks will start to happen in the crypto market. The Strait of Hormuz – A Geopolitical Catalyst The Bitcoin market…

THORChain ($RUNE) now supports Zcash ($ZEC). This integration marks a significant milestone for cross-chain interoperability. The native $ZEC swap functionality will roll out in phases. Users gain direct access to privacy-focused asset swaps without centralized intermediaries. This move strengthens THORChain’s position as a leading decentralized liquidity protocol. THORChain Adds Support for $ZEC: A Strategic Integration THORChain, a decentralized cross-chain liquidity protocol, has officially announced support for Zcash. This integration allows users to swap $ZEC natively on the THORChain network. The development team plans a phased rollout to ensure stability and security. Initially, users can deposit and withdraw $ZEC. Full swap…

EIP‑8182 would add a shared shielded pool and ZK precompile to make private $ETH and ERC‑20 transfers a native Ethereum feature, aligned with its 2026 privacy roadmap. Ethereum ($ETH) is finally putting protocol‑level privacy on the table. Tom Lehman has released draft EIP‑8182, “Private $ETH and ERC‑20 Transfers,” which would embed a shared shielded pool and ZK proof verification into the base chain so that private transfers become a first‑class feature rather than an opt‑in dApp add‑on. Lehman argues that Ethereum itself should “provide a shared privacy layer” to break the current impasse of small, siloed anonymity sets and incompatible…

Key Takeaways Mexico’s historical stability is linked to a hands-off governance approach due to geographical challenges. The Yucatan Peninsula’s economy, driven by tourism, promotes stability and lower violence rates. Changes in drug trafficking routes have contributed to the Yucatan’s current safety. Political instability post-independence significantly influenced Mexico’s infrastructure development. Oaxaca’s political independence is rooted in its historical and geographical context. Oaxaca’s unique political structure fosters local autonomy and democratic engagement. Mexico’s post-revolution stability is paradoxical given its high inequality levels. Unique political dynamics in Mexico allow for effective popular representation. War weariness from the Mexican Revolution led to pragmatic leadership…

Cryptocurrency data platform CoinGecko has shared a trending list of altcoins that have attracted the most investor interest in recent hours. According to platform data, the list is ranked according to the most searched crypto assets in the last 3 hours, with particular attention drawn to the sudden price movements seen in projects with low market capitalization. Layer3, one of the top-ranked projects on the list, stood out with a rise of over 145% in the last 24 hours, while Pudgy Penguins and Siren were among the other assets that attracted significant investor interest. Related News Bombshell Claim: Prominent Analyst…

Economic development officials with links to the U.K. government invited Bybit leadership to London this week in what appears to be a bid to emulate the momentum of Dubai, where the cryptocurrency exchange is based, and the rest of the United Arab Emirates. CEO Ben Zhou said the message from the U.K. is “they are very eager to invite big business to establish bases and create jobs,” and discuss forthcoming pro-crypto regulation. Bybit was founded by Zhou in 2018, and four years later moved its headquarters to Dubai from his native Singapore. It is ranked the second-largest crypto exchange by…

Global markets are experiencing volatile movements amid rising geopolitical tensions and economic uncertainties, while Bitcoin climbed back above the $69,000 level with its weekend activity. Experts who came together on the channel “The Wolf Of All Streets” discussed whether this rise is permanent and where macroeconomic risks might take the cryptocurrency market. Bloomberg Senior Commodities Strategist Mike McGlone painted a rather pessimistic picture, contrary to the general optimism in the market. McGlone stated that one of the biggest bubbles in stock market history is underway and that he expects a correction of around 50-70% in the S&P 500. He argued…