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The Hong Kong Web3 Festival 2026, taking place from April 20-23, will feature CoinP as a Primary Exhibition Sponsor, showcasing the convergence of traditional finance and digital assets. This premier event at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre is expected to gather 400 speakers and attract nearly 1,000 industry executives, reinforcing its influential role in the Web3 landscape.

The SEC is considering allowing public firms to report earnings biannually instead of quarterly, aiming to reduce pressure and compliance costs, but this may affect transparency and investor information access.

Just recently, Ledger has integrated the 1inch Swap API into the Ledger Wallet app, giving hardware wallet users access to intent-based swaps with liquidity aggregation, gasless execution for eligible transactions, and full clear signing throughout. The integration means Ledger users can now swap at

IBM updated its Quantum Open Plan on March 17th, extending researcher runtime to 180 minutes and opening access to the Heron R2 processor, advancing quantum computing research. This move aims to accelerate the development of post-quantum cryptography solutions in response to quantum threats to Bitcoin. They plan to achieve quantum advantage by 2026 and build fault-tolerant quantum computers.

The US Securities and Exchange Commission is moving to reduce years of ambiguity around a broker-dealer reporting rule that had limited which assets could be quoted on the over-the-counter (OTC) market. Rule 15c2-11, originally adopted in 1971 to curb penny-stock fraud, requires broker-dealers to ke

Three underage females have filed a class action lawsuit against Musk's xAI, alleging that its Grok AI chatbot used their photos to generate child sexual abuse material and distribute it on social media platforms. The lawsuit accuses xAI of having knowledge but failing to implement safety measures, and is seeking at least $150,000 in damages per violation. The case has triggered global regulatory investigations and could reshape liability determinations and safety standards for AI image generation technology.

US President Trump is pressuring Federal Reserve Chair Powell again, demanding immediate rate cuts and emphasizing the benefits of low interest rates for reducing national debt interest, stimulating the housing market, and boosting the stock market. However, according to futures market predictions, it is almost impossible for the Federal Reserve to cut rates this week. Additionally, US-Iran conflict is pushing up oil prices, which could exacerbate inflationary pressures and further impact the outlook for rate cuts.

Crypto.com has partnered with KG Inicis, South Korea's largest payment gateway, to enhance cryptocurrency use in real-world payments. This integration allows international visitors to pay in digital assets, providing sellers with immediate payment options and users with lower costs and faster transactions.

Blockchain data platform Messari announced that CEO Eric Turner has resigned, with CTO Diran Li taking over as CEO, and the company has conducted layoffs to restructure as an "AI-first" organization. This transformation aims to leverage AI to automate research processes and improve analytical efficiency, aligning with the AI adoption trend in the crypto market. The layoffs reflect a common phenomenon across the crypto industry, emphasizing the reduction of traditional headcount with concentrated resources directed toward AI development.

Ethereum cycles repeat: consolidation, trendline retest, then major expansion phases. The current cycle shows smaller returns, reflecting Ethereum’s growing market maturity. $2K support remains critical for confirming continuation of the third cycle. Ethereum’s ETH is printing a

Argentina has blocked the prediction market platform Polymarket, citing unusual market reversals that occurred before official inflation data releases, which raised insider trading concerns. A court ordered internet service providers to execute the block, bringing the number of countries restricting the platform to over 30. The legal basis for the block involves consumer protection and gambling regulation issues.

Investor Robert Kiyosaki predicts that Bitcoin will reach $750,000 and Ethereum will reach $95,000 following a global financial crisis, warning that "the biggest asset bubble in history" is about to burst. He emphasizes the importance of holding gold, silver, and cryptocurrencies to resist fiat currency depreciation. While his predictions have sparked debate, with critics arguing they lack empirical support, supporters remain optimistic about the long-term value of scarce assets.

Trump meme coin TRUMP surged approximately 36% following the announcement of an exclusive dinner event, with whale holdings reaching a five-month high. Large holders are actively increasing positions, but losses are also present in the market, indicating divergent investment behavior. Controversy sparked by political criticism may have limited impact on market performance, but regulatory investigation risks remain a concern to monitor.

Former U.S. police officer Coburg has been sentenced to 63 months in prison for conspiracy with cryptocurrency entrepreneur Adam Iza. He accepted bribes of 20,000 dollars while in office and participated in extortion and false arrests. Iza faces multiple charges including defrauding tens of millions of dollars and alleged involvement in violent crimes. The case demonstrates the impact of law enforcement corruption on cryptocurrency crime.

In a recent breakdown, a crypto analyst argues that some of the world’s largest corporations are quietly aligning behind a single network most retail traders barely mention: Hedera. While social feeds churn through AI tokens and memecoins, Crypto Banter points to a different signal — enterprise de

Trusted Editorial content, reviewed by leading industry experts and seasoned editors. Ad Disclosure The US Secret Service announced a new international initiative aimed at combating crypto scams. In a press release issued on Monday, it was revealed that this week, law enforcement agencies from

Derivatives venue Derive has added support for Solana, rolling out a full trading market that brings spot, perpetual futures and options for SOL to its on-chain options platform. The rollout, announced on the exchange’s official social account, means traders can now express directional views,

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