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The past month has witnessed a substantial surge in memcoin launchpads revenue. In this respect, Pump Fun, Four Meme, and Bags have emerged as the top meme launchpads, making notable revenue over 30 days. As per the data from DefiLlama, the other prominent names on the list include Printr, Bonk Fun, Graphite, and Clanker. This indicates that the memecoin trading is just consolidating into a key ecosystem rather than dying. Meme Launchpads Are Still Farming RevenueDespite the memecoin sector’s slowdown, launchpads are still printing serious cash. P​u​m​p​.​f​u​n alone made $24.9M in the last 30 days – more than the next…

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Bitcoin is pushing higher but running straight into a strong wall of sell pressure. This situation continues to raise questions about whether the rally can continue or stall again. Recent data from CoinGlass shows that $BTC is now grinding into a dense cluster of whale sell orders just below the $70,000 level. Notably, $BTC price is currently hovering around $68,700, up 2.65% over the past day. Key Points Bitcoin is nearing $69K resistance, where heavy whale sell walls are stacking between $68.8K and $69.6K. $BTC currently hovers around $68.7K, up 2.65%, but strong overhead supply is slowing upward momentum. Key…

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In a recent tweet, Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong highlights the next frontier for cryptocurrencies, and this is in capital formation and fundraising. The Coinbase CEO indicated that the next major impact of crypto will be to transform how startups raise capital. Armstrong suggested that blockchain technology could significantly reduce the friction involved in fundraising and capital formation. In his post on X, Armstrong stated that “Crypto will break down barriers around fundraising and capital formation next.” Crypto will break down barriers around fundraising and capital formation next.Reducing friction around fundraising will increase the number of startups in the world, accelerating…

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Charles Hoskinson has sparked fresh buzz around Midnight after calling it a “next-generation cryptocurrency,” as the project continues to gain traction. The attention comes after Midnight secured a major deal with UK-based digital bank Monument to tokenize £250 million in customer deposits. The move marks a milestone, as it’s the first time a UK-regulated bank will tokenize deposits on a public blockchain while keeping them protected and interest-bearing. Hoskinson Explains the “Next-Gen” Angle Hoskinson pointed out Midnight’s unique tokenomics, noting that protocol revenue can be used to buy and recycle its $NIGHT token into the treasury. This, he says, creates…

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After more than four years, Leap Wallet takes its final leap into the sunset. Leap Wallet will end all services on May 28, 2026, closing a run of more than four years as one of the Cosmos ecosystem’s popular wallets, the team said this week. After the designated date, all products, including Leap Wallet’s browser extension, mobile apps, Compass Wallet, SwapFast trading tool, the Leap Cosmos Hub Validator, and Snaps will stop working. The announcement comes after a period of social media silence, with posts having stopped by the end of 2025. Leap Wallet said the decision was made after…

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Bitcoin price started a recovery wave above $67,500. $BTC is now consolidating below $68,800 and might struggle to continue higher. Bitcoin started a recovery wave above $67,000 and $67,200. The price is trading above $67,000 and the 100 hourly simple moving average. There is a rising channel forming with resistance at $68,800 on the hourly chart of the $BTC/USD pair (data feed from Kraken). The pair might start another decline if it stays below the $68,500 and $68,800 levels. Bitcoin Price Eyes Recovery Bitcoin price formed a base above $65,500 and started a recovery wave. $BTC was able to settle…

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KAST, a stablecoin-powered financial platform focused on cross-border payments, raised $80 million in Series A funding led by QED Investors and Left Lane Capital, the company announced on Monday. The company said it plans to use the funding to expand its product, invest in licensing and compliance and grow its team. KAST is building a platform that helps people and businesses move money across borders using stablecoins, allowing users to earn income globally, hold funds digitally, and spend locally through a single system. Stablecoin activity has surged in recent years, with more than $35 trillion in transactions last year. However,…

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$XRP exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have experienced a drop in demand since the beginning of March. On Thursday, March 26, the spot ETFs recorded zero net day flows, as $XRP weakens together with the broader crypto market. $XRP ETF demand falls After stronger periods earlier in the year and in prior weeks, March 2026 trends show mostly modest daily flows. According to data shared by SoSoValue, the spot $XRP ETFs have seen a total of $28 million outflows in March, potentially the first negative monthly flow. The declining momentum in ETFs comes as the $XRP price falls below the $1.40 level.…

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The Aptos DEX Tapp Exchange has officially announced its gradual shutdown, marking a significant event in the Aptos ecosystem. This decentralized exchange, which launched in June 2025, will cease operations about one year after its debut. Users can withdraw their assets until May 31, 2026. Tapp Exchange Closure: Timeline and Key Details Tapp Exchange launched in June 2025 as the first V4-style DEX on Aptos. It aimed to provide advanced trading features and high liquidity. However, the platform now confirms its closure. The exchange will maintain full protocol functionality until the end of May 2026. This allows users ample time…

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In a development that signals a major shift in blockchain economics, Bitcoin transaction fees have collapsed to their lowest average point since 2017, presenting a compelling case for the network’s evolving utility and efficiency. According to on-chain analyst Darkfost, the annual average fee has now dipped below the $0.40 threshold, a figure that starkly contrasts with the triple-digit fees witnessed during previous market cycles. This significant drop occurs despite a consistently robust level of network activity, challenging conventional wisdom about the relationship between usage and cost on the world’s premier cryptocurrency network. The implications of this trend extend far beyond…

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