Onchain investigator ZachXBT publicly alleged that more than $9.5 million stolen through a fraudulent Ledger Live app on Apple’s App Store was laundered through over 150 Kucoin deposit addresses. Key Takeaways: ZachXBT linked $9.5M in theft from a fake Ledger Live Apple App Store app to an alleged 150+ Kucoin deposit addresses. Musician G. Love […]
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Non-crypto Assets Trading Makes Up Nearly 40% of Bitget’s Volume in Q1 2026, Report Highlights
This sponsored press release was provided by Bitget and was not written by Bitcoin.com News. Bitcoin.com News does not necessarily endorse the statements made within this announcement. PRESS RELEASE. Victoria, Seychelles, April 14, 2026 — Bitget, the world’s largest Universal Exchange (UEX), has released its Q1 2026 Transparency Report, highlighting a clear shift in trading […]
Read MoreBitcoin Pushes Toward Breakout as Wintermute Warns Unresolved Macro Risks May Shape Next Move
Bitcoin is testing breakout levels amid geopolitical tensions and macro uncertainty, as price action builds pressure at key resistance. Market pressure from energy spikes and shifting sentiment has yet to trigger a decisive move, with Wintermute pointing to unresolved structural risks. Key Takeaways: Bitcoin approaches breakout as Wintermute flags macro risks still unresolved. Brent rises […]
Read MoreDeutsche Börse Invests $200 Million in Crypto Exchange Kraken
Deutsche Börse has acquired a $200 million stake in Kraken, valuing the crypto exchange at $13.3 billion. The partnership aims to expand institutional access to digital assets and bridge traditional finance with crypto markets. Kraken Valued at $13 Billion After Deutsche Börse Stake Deutsche Börse has taken a minority stake in crypto exchange Kraken, marking […]
Read MoreTether Launches Consumer Wallet App With Human-Readable Addresses and No Gas Tokens
The world’s largest stablecoin issuer, Tether, launched tether.wallet on Tuesday, giving hundreds of millions of users direct access to a self-custodial digital wallet built on the company’s existing global financial infrastructure. Key Takeaways: Tether launched tether.wallet on April 14, 2026, giving its 570 million users direct self-custodial access to USDT, XAUT, and bitcoin. Tether’s WDK […]
Read MoreReport: Stablecoin Yield Fight Nears Resolution as Tillis, Alsobrooks Finalize Draft Language
Sen. Thom Tillis said Monday he expects to release revised draft language this week aimed at breaking a months-long standoff between banks and crypto firms over stablecoin yield rules tied to the CLARITY Act. Key Takeaways: Sen. Thom Tillis plans to release revised CLARITY Act draft language this week, targeting a Senate Banking Committee markup […]
Read MoreColombia’s Petro Forced to Seek Congressional Approval for Gambling VAT After Courts Block Emergency Decrees
Colombia’s Constitutional Court has declared President Gustavo Petro’s economic emergency decree unconstitutional, ending a 13-month effort to impose value-added taxes on the country’s online gambling sector through executive action. The April 9 ruling forces the government to pursue any future gambling tax through Congress. The presidential election is now less than seven weeks away. Key […]
Read MoreY Combinator Makes First All-Stablecoin Startup Investment
Y Combinator has funded prediction markets startup Totalis entirely in USDC, marking its first all- stablecoin investment. The move highlights growing momentum for onchain capital formation. Key Takeaways: Y Combinator invested $500,000 USDC in Totalis via Solana, marking its first all- stablecoin deal. 3 onchain transfers of $1, $124,999, and $375,000 settled in seconds, showing […]
Read MoreCrypto Market Cap Hits $2.6 Trillion as Bitcoin Eyes $75K Amid Hormuz Standoff
The crypto market surged past a $2.6 trillion valuation on April 14, led by bitcoin’s climb to nearly $75,000 and a significant rally in altcoins like ethereum and RAVE. Key Takeaways: The crypto market cap hit $2.6 trillion on April 14 as bitcoin reached a session high of $74,959. A rally in assets like ethereum […]
Read MoreRelm Insurance Launches Crypto and Cannabis Kidnap Coverage
Relm Insurance has launched a specialized kidnap and ransom insurance product specifically for the Web3 and cannabis sectors. Key Takeaways: Relm Insurance launched a K&R product to protect web3 and cannabis leaders from rising physical threats. Crypto attacks from 2024 to 2026 comprise over 33% of all-time sector violence, driving niche demand. Clients gain a […]
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