Make CryptoSlate preferred on Japan has long been one of Ripple’s most fertile markets. SBI’s investment in Ripple dates to 2016, SBI Remit launched Japan’s first XRP-enabled international remittance flow in 2021, and SBI VC Trade counts XRP among its most popular assets.When Ripple and SBI announced in August 2025 that SBI VC Trade intended to distribute RLUSD in Japan, the move read as a natural extension of an already deep local partnership.A recent survey of 518 investment professionals in Japan, conducted by Nomura and Laser Digital between December 2025 and January 2026 and released Apr. 16, found that 63%…
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All news is rigorously fact-checked and reviewed by leading blockchain experts and seasoned industry insiders. Flow Capital Partners plans to offer shares of its $150 million private credit fund onchain through DigiFT. The firm also aims to raise another $30 million in tokenized shares this year and scale the fund to $250 million by the end of 2026. Flow Capital Partners is preparing to bring one of its private credit funds onchain, adding another example of how tokenization is moving beyond pilot language and into live fund distribution. The Hong Kong-based alternative asset manager plans to offer shares of its…
Bitcoin is once again approaching a critical inflection point. Trading near the mid-$70,000 range, the market appears calm on the surface—but underneath, structural forces are shifting rapidly. A surge in large-holder accumulation, combined with collapsing exchange reserves, is reshaping supply dynamics in a way not seen in over a decade. The question now dominating investor discourse is simple: does this tightening supply set the stage for a decisive breakout toward $80,000, and potentially beyond?A Historic Whale Accumulation WaveThe most striking development comes from on-chain data. Over the past 30 days, Bitcoin whales – large holders typically defined as entities holding…
Circle is accused of failing to freeze exploit-linked transfers. Approximately $230 million in stolen funds was routed through Circle’s USDC. Drift plans $147.5 million recovery backed by future revenue. Circle Internet Group, the issuer of the USDC stablecoin, is facing a class action lawsuit over its alleged failure to stop the movement of stolen funds linked to the Drift Protocol exploit. The lawsuit, filed by Drift investor Joshua McCollum at the US district court in Massachusetts on behalf of over 100 impacted users, centres on whether the company had both the ability and the obligation to intervene as the exploit…
Author Ahmed Barakat Author Ahmed Barakat Part of the Team Since Aug 2025 About Author Ahmed Balaha is a journalist and copywriter based in Georgia with a growing focus on blockchain technology, DeFi, AI, privacy, digital assets, and fintech innovation. Share Fact Checked by CryptoNews Editorial Team Author CryptoNews Editorial Team Part of the Team Since Sep 2018 About Author The CryptoNews editorial team is composed of seasoned writers specializing in cryptocurrency and blockchain technology. Their expertise ensures comprehensive, accurate, and insightful content for… Last updated: April 17, 2026 Ethereum price, just like any other major alt, is hovering and…
Bitcoin price remains steady at $74,000 mark. The ETF flows have been steady, which indicates continued institutional support. $283 million in liquidations and weak spot demand signal short-term volatility and caution. Bitcoin’s price is currently down by 0.5% and the price of the token is hovering around the $74,000 mark. The market cap has slipped to $1.49 trillion which is also down by 0.56% and the trading volume is up by 2.15%. All of this has happened in the last 24- hours, according to CoinMarketCap. Moreover, Bitcoin is underperforming the broader crypto market, where the market cap fell 0.11% to…
Key takeaways Pi Network’s PI token holds steady at $0.1730, up 4.5% from the previous day. The Pi Core Team’s upgrade to enable smart contracts, with a deadline set for April 27, is a potential catalyst. Pi Network’s PI token has managed to hold steady around $0.1770 as of Friday, adding a 4.5% gain from the previous day. The Pi Core Team (PCT) is driving momentum with the impending upgrade to the mainnet, which will enable smart contract functionality—expected to be a key catalyst for price movement. PI rallies ahead of the Protocol 22 upgrade PI is up 4.5% in…
America’s top brokerage firm, Charles Schwab, has officially rolled out trading for Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) on the Schwab Crypto platform through the Charles Schwab Premier Bank.The phased launch will begin with an internal employee pilot, followed by a client waitlist pilot, followed by deeper expansion throughout Q2, 2026, and beyond. New York and Louisiana are currently exempt from the service.Charles Schwab brokerage unveils BTC and ETH tradingToday’s announcement is a follow-up to the one that happened earlier this month. Charles Schwab now plans to integrate more cryptocurrencies and AI tools to cater to industry demand, while diversifying its…
Arbitrum is back in the spotlight after trader Michaël van de Poppe said many altcoins are beginning to look like the opening phase of 2020, with ARB standing out as one of the cleaner technical setups on the board. In his post, van de Poppe pointed to a strong bullish divergence on the daily chart, a breakout above the 21-day moving average, and rising volume as signs that momentum may be shifting back in favor of buyers. He also framed the move as part of a broader Ethereum ecosystem wake-up, with layer 1s and related protocols showing fresh signs of…
Tether (USDT) reaffirmed its devotion to Bitcoin by purchasing another significant quantity of BTC from Bitfinex, according to Onchain Lens. The on-chain acquisition of 888.88 BTC took place during a time when the price was around $61.8 per BTC, totaling over $5 billion in BTC held by USDT. Tether now holds its highest ever amount of BTC, totaling 75,354 BTC. The Pivot to “Hard” Assets This action follows a long-term business plan previously revealed by Tether earlier in May 2023, in which it pledged to use as much as 15% of its realized net operating income for use in the…
