The DeFi Education Fund (DEF) submitted a letter to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on April 18 proposing five core principles for creating a “token safe harbor” framework to support decentralized finance initiatives while broader regulatory legislation is pending.The recommendations aim to help the SEC structure a time-limited exemption for token projects developing toward decentralization, offering a regulatory environment that facilitates disclosure without prematurely classifying assets as securities.Technology-agnostic regulationThe DEF emphasized that any safe harbor should adopt a technology-agnostic approach. The framework should address the risks of activities rather than prescribing rules for specific blockchain models or technical implementations. The…
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The staking feature for crypto ETFs will likely be approved by the Donald Trump administration. TRX, against the U.S. dollar, has been preparing to enter its macro price discovery.Canary Capital Group filed with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on April 18 to offer Canary Staked TRX ETF. According to the SEC filing, the Canary Staked TRX ETF will track Tron (TRX) and enable investors to earn passively through the blockchain’s staking feature. The filing noted that CSC Delaware Trust will act as the trustee of the Canary Staked TRX ETF, while BitGo Trust Company will act as the custodian…
Global momentum toward clearer crypto regulation continued to build this week as multiple jurisdictions revealed plans to tighten, reshape, or expand their digital asset policies. Regulators in the United States, Russia, and Canada shared updates that could influence their approach to cryptocurrency oversight.SEC Roundtable to Explore Custody and Crypto RegulationThe U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) unveiled the full agenda and panel lineup for its upcoming crypto roundtable, scheduled for April 25. The event signals a deepening institutional focus on crypto regulation, particularly around asset custody standards and investor protections.The roundtable will be split into two key sessions: “Custody Through…
The TRUMP price has dropped 90% from its all-time high, which was recorded three months ago.The latest TRUMP token could weigh down on potential bullish sentiment amid low buying pressure.Official Trump (TRUMP) memecoin unlocked 40 million tokens, worth around $300 million on Friday, April 18. Around 36 million TRUMP tokens, representing 18 percent of the released supply, were allocated to creators and CIC Digital 1. The remaining 4 million TRUMP tokens, representing around 2 per of the released supply, were allocated to creators and CIC Digital 4.Friday’s TRUMP token release follows the January 18th 200 million unlock, worth about $1.5 billion.As…
Coinbase is pushing back against a fresh legal challenge from Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield, according to an April 18 statement.In a post on social media platform X, Paul Grewal, Coinbase’s chief legal officer, called it a “copycat case” that mimics the US Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) now-dismissed lawsuit against the exchange.According to him:“The AG’s office made it clear to us that they are literally picking up where the Gary Gensler SEC left off.”Coinbase slams OregonGrewal criticized the state’s attempt to revive legal arguments already abandoned by federal regulators earlier this year.He said:“These hand-me-down arguments are years out of…
If you’ve been waiting for the right time to invest in high-potential tokens before they explode, April 2025 might be your best chance yet. With early-stage projects gaining massive traction across DeFi, AI, privacy, and e-commerce, savvy investors are piling into presales that combine utility with sky-high upside. We’ve handpicked the Best Cryptos To Buy In April based on real-world use cases, community momentum, and sharp ROI forecasts. Here are the top contenders that are still early—and still affordable. BlockDAG (BDAG) — The $214M Infrastructure Monster You Can Still Buy at $0.0248 BlockDAG has become one of the most talked-about…
Popular hardware wallet manufacturer Ledger has hinted at an upcoming partnership with Pudgy Penguins—the popular NFT brand behind the iconic digital collectibles. In a post on X, Ledger teased “something cool and secure” in the works, including geographic coordinates (25.2411° N, 55.2684° E) pointing to Dubai. Pudgy Penguins responded with eyes emojis, sparking immediate speculation about a potential event or location-based reveal, but neither party has disclosed additional information. Source: Ledger What is the collaboration about? On April 18, Ledger published an X post announcing a partnership with Pudgy Penguins. The announcement included only minimal hints: a lock emoji, a…
Cryptocurrencies have evolved from niche digital assets to mainstream financial instruments. Recent developments, such as Bitcoin’s surge following President Trump’s tariff pause and Ripple’s legal victory, highlight the dynamic nature of the market. Amidst this landscape, Qubetics ($TICS) emerges as a promising contender. In its 30th crypto presale stage, Qubetics has sold over 508 million tokens to more than 24,800 holders, raising over $16.1 million. Priced at $0.1729 per token, analysts predict significant returns 1. Qubetics ($TICS): A Game Changer in Blockchain Qubetics is revolutionizing the blockchain space with its innovative approach. The platform’s multi-chain wallet offers seamless cross-chain…
The push for collaboration between Ripple and SWIFT has been discounted by market analysts. Arguments back the potential for Ripple’s solution to displace SWIFT in the future. Rumors and speculations about a potential partnership between Ripple Labs and SWIFT have spread widely within the community. Shedding light on the situation, market expert and trader Arthur has dampened the idea of any potential collaboration between the two entities. Arthur Dismisses Ripple and SWIFT Partnership The ongoing discussions surrounding a possible SWIFT integration heightened following Ripple’s recent acquisition of Hidden Road. As we reported earlier, Ripple acquired Hidden Road, a prime broker…
The numbers are staggering—estimates show that building a basic 3D multiplayer metaverse for online gaming in 2025 could require an investment of at least $500,000 to $1 million, while a fully-fledged, enterprise-grade social platform might exceed $100 million. That’s not just a cost—it’s a strategic leap into the digital frontier. If your business is contemplating the metaverse, understanding the precise cost to build a metaverse is mission-critical. Whether your goal is gaming, social interaction, e-commerce, digital real estate, healthcare, or immersive online learning, the budget to create a metaverse platform varies immensely. What drives these investments? How do factors like…
