The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) has moved to translate the country’s first crypto bill for stablecoins, the GENIUS Act, into concrete regulatory guidance for banks and their fintech subsidiaries that wish to use or issue stablecoins. In a notice of proposed rulemaking approved by the FDIC Board, the agency lays out “a prudential framework” for FDIC‑supervised permitted payment stablecoin issuers (PPSIs) and for insured depository institutions (IDIs) that provide custodial or safekeeping services tied to payment stablecoins. FDIC Issues GENIUS Act Rules The proposal addresses several core areas required under the GENIUS Act, including the composition and treatment of reserve assets, redemption mechanics, capital considerations, and enterprise‑level risk management expectations. It also clarifies how deposit insurance will apply to funds held as reserves backing payment stablecoins: the FDIC would make clear whether pass‑through insurance applies in those circumstances. Related Reading: Ethereum Ascending Channel Puts Price At $5,700, Analyst Reveals When To Sell In addition, the rule states that tokenized deposits that meet the statutory definition of “deposit” will be treated under the Federal Deposit Insurance Act the same as any other deposits, removing uncertainty about whether digital‑native forms of deposits would face different treatment. The FDIC’s rulemaking is narrowly focused on entities subject to its supervision: subsidiaries of insured State nonmember banks and state savings associations, collectively described as FDIC‑supervised IDIs, that receive approval to issue stablecoins through a subsidiary. Last December, the agency published a prior notice of proposed rulemaking under section 5 of the GENIUS Act to establish application procedures for such IDIs seeking approval to issue payment stablecoins. AML Certification For Stablecoin Issuers On capital, the FDIC is not yet prescribing a specific minimum capital amount, ratio, or an objective framework for minimum capital requirements. Instead, the agency is soliciting feedback on whether to create such a framework in future regulations. The proposed rule would also require a permitted payment stablecoin issuer to certify that it has implemented anti‑money‑laundering (AML) and sanctions compliance programs reasonably designed to prevent the issuer from facilitating money laundering or the financing of terrorism. Related Reading: Forget XRP Price Weakness, Investors Are Still Pouring In, And Wallet Figures Just Hit An Impressive Target The 197-page proposal further addresses technical and supervisory questions that have been a source of concern among stablecoin issuers, while leaving open some of the more complex calibration issues, like minimum capital quantification, for further consideration through the public comment process. By proposing this package of rules, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation is advancing the statutory mandate under the GENIUS Act to build a federal regulatory framework for payment stablecoins. The act requires the FDIC, alongside the other primary federal payment stablecoin regulators and the Department of the Treasury, to promulgate regulations establishing prudential standards for supervised entities that issue or materially support payment stablecoins. Featured image from OpenArt, chart from TradingView.com
Prosecutors said the Supreme Court ruling cited by attorneys representing Tornado Cash developer Roman Storm was 'inapposite' to the case.
Breakout backed by institutional flows and whale buying, though broader downtrend and weak ETF demand cap conviction.
The Morgan Stanley Bitcoin Trust will be the cheapest Bitcoin ETF on the market at an ultra-low 0.14% fee.
Shifting trader sentiment and geopolitical tensions may drive volatility, influencing Bitcoin's future trajectory and market dynamics.
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The missile launch underscores escalating tensions, reinforcing the likelihood of U.S. military involvement in Iran, impacting regional stability.
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Congressional approval demand highlights potential checks on executive military power, impacting U.S. foreign policy and market stability.
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AI models have reached a level of coding capability where they can surpass all but the most skilled humans at finding and exploiting software vulnerabilities, Anthropic said.
XRP price started a decent increase above $1.3650. The price is now consolidating gains and might aim for more gains above the $1.40 zone. XRP price started a steady upward move above the $1.380 zone. The price is now trading above $1.3550 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There was a break above a bearish trend line with resistance at $1.3350 on the hourly chart of the XRP/USD pair (data source from Kraken). The pair could continue to move up if it settles above $1.40. XRP Price Recovers Some Ground XRP price started a fresh upward move above $1.350 and $1.3550, like Bitcoin and Ethereum. The price gained pace for a clear move above the $1.3650 resistance. There was a break above a bearish trend line with resistance at $1.3350 on the hourly chart of the XRP/USD pair. The bulls even pumped the price toward the $1.3880 zone. A high was formed at $1.3963 and the price started a minor pullback. There was a drop below the 23.6% Fib retracement level of the upward move from the $1.2940 swing low to the $1.3963 high. The price is now trading above $1.3550 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. If there is a fresh upward move, the price might face resistance near the $1.3820 level. The first major resistance is near the $1.3880 level, above which the price could rise and test $1.40. A clear move above the $1.40 resistance might send the price toward the $1.4250 resistance. Any more gains might send the price toward the $1.4450 resistance. The next major hurdle for the bulls might be near $1.4650. Downside Correction? If XRP fails to clear the $1.3880 resistance zone, it could start a fresh decline. Initial support on the downside is near the $1.3575 level. The next major support is near the $1.3330 level or the 61.8% Fib retracement level of the upward move from the $1.2940 swing low to the $1.3963 high. If there is a downside break and a close below the $1.3330 level, the price might continue to decline toward $1.3080. The next major support sits near the $1.3020 zone, below which the price could continue lower toward $1.2880. The main support could be $1.2750. Technical Indicators Hourly MACD – The MACD for XRP/USD is now losing pace in the bullish zone. Hourly RSI (Relative Strength Index) – The RSI for XRP/USD is now above the 50 level. Major Support Levels – $1.3575 and $1.3330. Major Resistance Levels – $1.3880 and $1.40.
Short sellers betting on continued war escalation lost $427 million in 24 hours as bitcoin vaulted past $72,000 on the ceasefire announcement.
Trump's statement significantly alters geopolitical dynamics, increasing market confidence in a sustained US-Iran ceasefire, yet risks remain.
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Bithumb has pushed its stock market listing past 2028, citing the need to overhaul its accounting systems and internal controls after a high-profile crypto payout error drew scrutiny from South Korean regulators. Related Reading: XRP Headed For A Price Shock, Japan’s Financial Heavyweight Says Regulator Steps In After Industry Audit The Financial Services Commission announced Monday that all crypto exchanges operating in the country must now reconcile their internal records with actual asset holdings on a five-minute cycle. The directive followed an emergency inspection triggered by Bithumb’s February blunder, in which the exchange accidentally sent 620,000 Bitcoin to 249 users during a rewards promotion. Bithumb recovered nearly all of it the same day — 99.7% — and used company funds to cover the remaining 1,788 BTC that had already been sold. What the inspection turned up across the broader industry alarmed regulators. Three of South Korea’s five largest exchanges were checking their books just once every 24 hours. Systems meant to pause trading when major discrepancies were detected were found to be inadequate. Sweeping Operational Changes Now Required Under the new rules, exchanges must build automated systems that match ledger records to actual wallet balances every five minutes. They are also required to set clear thresholds that trigger automatic trading halts when something looks off. High-risk activities — promotional payouts, for example — will need third-party reviews and sign-off from multiple internal levels before going through. High-risk accounts must be separated, and automated payment verification tools will become mandatory. External audits are changing too. Quarterly reviews are out. Monthly audits are in. Exchanges will also need to publish detailed breakdowns of asset balances by both wallet and ledger. The FSC said it and the Digital Asset Exchange Alliance plan to finish drafting the updated rules before the end of April. Related Reading: XRP Wallet Count Tops 8 Million As Trading Volume Nears $4 Billion Bithumb Delays IPO, Naver Slows Share Deal Bithumb’s listing plans have now been pushed back at least three years from its original 2025 target. The exchange has brought in advisory firm Samjong KPMG and said it will spend 2027 focused on tightening its financial policies and controls before making another run at going public. Separately, Naver Financial has delayed its planned share swap with crypto firm Dunamu by about three months. A shareholder vote is now set for Aug. 18, with the deal expected to close by Sept. 30. South Korea has long been one of the most active countries in regulating crypto markets. These latest moves signal that pressure is intensifying — and that exchanges can expect less room for error going forward. Featured image from Pixabay, chart from TradingView
The persistent drone threat from Iran heightens geopolitical tensions, potentially prompting imminent U.S. military intervention.
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Iran's strengthened position may delay ceasefire urgency, impacting regional stability and altering geopolitical dynamics significantly.
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The ceasefire may stabilize markets temporarily, but lasting peace requires further negotiations and broader diplomatic engagement.
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Ethereum price extended gains above $2,250 before it faced sellers. ETH is now correcting gains and might find bids near the $2,165 zone. Ethereum started a decent upward move above the $2,220 zone. The price is trading above $2,200 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There was a break above a contracting triangle with resistance at $2,150 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD (data feed via Kraken). The pair could start a fresh increase if it stays above the $2,150 resistance. Ethereum Price Aims For More Gains Ethereum price remained stable above $2,120 and started a decent upward move, like Bitcoin. ETH price climbed above the $2,180 and $2,220 resistance levels. The bulls pumped the price above $2,250. Besides, there was a break above a contracting triangle with resistance at $2,150 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD. A high was formed at $2,273 before the price started a downside correction. There was a move toward the 23.6% Fib retracement level of the upward move from the $2,059 swing low to the $2,273 high. Ethereum price is now trading above $2,180 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. If the bulls remain in action above $2,165, the price could attempt another increase. Immediate resistance is seen near the $2,250 level. The first key resistance is near the $2,275 level. The next major resistance is near the $2,320 level. A clear move above the $2,320 resistance might send the price toward the $2,350 resistance. An upside break above the $2,350 region might call for more gains in the coming days. In the stated case, Ether could rise toward the $2,450 resistance zone or even $2,500 in the near term. Another Decline In ETH? If Ethereum fails to clear the $2,250 resistance, it could start a fresh decline. Initial support on the downside is near the $2,220 level. The first major support sits near the $2,165 zone or the 50% Fib retracement level of the upward move from the $2,059 swing low to the $2,273 high. A clear move below the $2,165 support might push the price toward the $2,120 support. Any more losses might send the price toward the $2,110 region. The main support could be $2,065. Technical Indicators Hourly MACD – The MACD for ETH/USD is losing momentum in the bullish zone. Hourly RSI – The RSI for ETH/USD is now above the 50 zone. Major Support Level – $2,165 Major Resistance Level – $2,250
Netanyahu's rejection highlights regional tensions, potentially complicating US-Iran diplomacy and impacting market confidence in a ceasefire.
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Israel's stance complicates regional stability, as backing the US-Iran ceasefire while excluding Hezbollah operations may fuel ongoing tensions.
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Global crypto investment products bounced from the late-March sentiment downturn, with XRP funds and European investors stealing the spotlight from Bitcoin and US markets. Related Reading: Bitcoin Next Big Move In Mid-April? Analyst Explains Why ‘Decision Time’ Could Be Near XRP Inflows Fuel Crypto Funds Recovery According to the latest CoinShares report, global crypto funds recorded $224 million in inflows last week, a modest recovery from the late-March sentiment downturn, when investors pulled $414 million from the products amid worries about escalating tensions in the Iran conflict and the prospect of higher inflation. James Butterfill, CoinShares Head of Research, explained that despite the improvement in sentiment, momentum reversed at the end of the week due to stronger macro data and hawkish expectations, leading to minor outflows. “Stronger-than-expected retail sales data later in the week, alongside increasingly hawkish investor expectations and mixed geopolitical signals, led to minor outflows in the latter half of the week,” he wrote. In an unusual shift, Switzerland led activity last week, bringing $151.5 million into crypto funds, followed by Germany’s $27.7 million inflows. The US ranked third, recording only $27.5 million in inflows last week, while Canada saw $11.2 million. Moreover, funds based on XRP, the fifth-largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization, saw the largest inflows of any asset. Per CoinShares data, XRP products recorded $119.6 million in inflows, its largest positive net flows since mid-December. This figure brought its Year-to-Date (YTD) inflows to $159 million, around 7% of the category’s Assets under Management (AuM). It’s worth noting that US-listed XRP exchange-traded funds (ETFs) registered their first red month since their November launch, with $31.1 million in outflows. Despite the March setback, US XRP ETFs recorded positive net flows of $42.52 million in the first quarter of 2026, only behind Solana funds. Bitcoin Shows Mixed Signals, Ethereum Lags Global Bitcoin funds followed XRP and saw total inflows worth $107.3 million during the week, “improving on what has been a bad start to the month, [as] net outflows remain at US$145m for the month so far,” CoinShares added. Notably, short Bitcoin investment products recorded $16 million in inflows during this period, their largest performance since mid-November, which signals polarized opinions on the asset. Despite the muted US activity last week, US Bitcoin ETFs started this week with their largest single-day performance in over a month. According to SoSoValue data, the category saw $471.3 million in positive net flows on Monday, its highest inflows since February 25. As reported by NewsBTC, US Bitcoin funds ended the first quarter of 2026 by breaking out of a four-month negative streak, pulling in $1.32 billion in March, its first monthly gain of 2026. Following XRP and Bitcoin, Solana funds also saw inflows, totalling $34.9m last week. As CoinShares noted, the category’s steady inflows this year represent 10% of AuM. Related Reading: Crypto Trust Crisis — The “Kim Jong‑Un Test” Is Exposing Secret North Korean Moles In addition, the US-based Solana products ended March on a positive note, leading altcoin funds with inflows worth $45.44 million and $213.1 million in the monthly and quarterly timeframes, respectively. Nonetheless, Ethereum tells a different story, as funds continue to lag behind other major crypto assets. According to the report, Ethereum products saw $52.8 million in outflows last week, extending its negative streak as investors digest recent negative developments. Featured Image from Unsplash.com, Chart from TradingView.com
Under SEC Chair Paul Atkins, the number of SEC enforcement actions against public companies has decreased by about 30%.
Bitcoin price started a strong increase above the $70,000 zone. BTC is consolidating gains and might aim for more gains above the $71,500 zone. Bitcoin gained pace for a move above the $69,500 and $70,500 levels. The price is trading above $70,000 and the 100 hourly simple moving average. There was a break above a key declining channel with resistance at $68,800 on the hourly chart of the BTC/USD pair (data feed from Kraken). The pair might extend gains if it stays above the $70,250 and $69,500 levels. Bitcoin Price Rallies 5% Bitcoin price managed to climb higher above the $68,800 resistance zone. BTC gained pace for a move above the $69,500 and $70,000 levels. Besides, there was a break above a key declining channel with resistance at $68,800 on the hourly chart of the BTC/USD pair. The pair even rallied above the $72,000 level. A high was formed at $72,728, and the price started a downside correction. There was a move below the 23.6% Fib retracement level of the upward move from the $67,734 swing low to the $72,728 high. Bitcoin is now trading above $70,500 and the 100 hourly simple moving average. If the price remains stable above $70,500, it could attempt a fresh increase. Immediate resistance is near the $72,000 level. The first key resistance is near the $72,750 level. A close above the $72,750 resistance might send the price further higher. In the stated case, the price could rise and test the $73,500 resistance. Any more gains might send the price toward the $74,000 level. The next barrier for the bulls could be $75,000. Another Decline In BTC? If Bitcoin fails to rise above the $72,750 resistance zone, it could start another decline. Immediate support is near the $70,800 level. The first major support is near the $70,250 level or the 50% Fib retracement level of the upward move from the $67,734 swing low to the $72,728 high. The next support is now near the $69,500 zone. Any more losses might send the price toward the $68,800 support in the near term. The main support now sits at $67,500, below which BTC might struggle to recover in the near term. Technical indicators: Hourly MACD – The MACD is now losing pace in the bullish zone. Hourly RSI (Relative Strength Index) – The RSI for BTC/USD is now above the 60 level. Major Support Levels – $70,800, followed by $70,250. Major Resistance Levels – $72,000 and $72,750.
The ceasefire signals potential de-escalation in US-Iran tensions, stabilizing regional dynamics and reducing immediate conflict risks.
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The ceasefire boosts crypto confidence, but future market dynamics hinge on geopolitical stability and regulatory developments.
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Iran's acceptance of uranium enrichment in ceasefire talks may ease tensions, potentially paving the way for diplomatic breakthroughs.
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Ethereum exchange reserves have fallen to a record low, even as the token trades near $2,15 and still struggles to break out. CryptoQuant data shows reserves are down about 77% from their 2021 peak, while CoinGlass data points to a surge in futures activity, with volume topping close to $50 billion in 24 hours. Related Reading: XRP Wallet Count Tops 8 Million As Trading Volume Nears $4 Billion Exchange Balances Keep Sliding The long slide in exchange balances has been building for years. According to CryptoQuant analyst Rich_dady, the decline has accelerated since late 2025, and the gap between price and reserve levels suggests that coins are still leaving exchanges at a fast pace. That kind of movement usually means holders are sending ETH to cold storage, staking it, or parking it away from trading venues. Even with that tighter supply, the market has not shown the kind of buying pressure that would normally push price higher. The report says ETH rose about 4% over the past 24 hours, but the move has not been enough to change the broader picture. Buyers, it says, have not stepped in with much force. Futures Trading Is Running Ahead Of Spot The bigger action has been in derivatives. CoinGlass data cited in the piece shows open interest climbing at the same time futures volume jumped past $49 billion in a single day. The report also points to $1.2 billion in futures inflows over 24 hours, a sign that traders are taking on more leverage while spot flows stay mostly flat. That split matters. When derivatives heat up faster than spot buying, the market often gets choppier instead of trending cleanly in one direction. The report says that setup points to weaker demand than the supply picture might suggest on its own. $2,100 Support Still Holds For Now ETH remains above $2,100 support, but the report says that level has not yet turned into a clean launch pad for a stronger move. The current setup leaves the market waiting on spot demand, which the piece says is still the missing piece. Related Reading: XRP Headed For A Price Shock, Japan’s Financial Heavyweight Says Without more consistent buying from new entrants, lower exchange reserves alone may not be enough to force a breakout. For now, the picture is uneven. Supply on exchanges keeps shrinking, yet price action stays boxed in. Traders are active, leverage is rising, and the spot side remains quiet. That leaves Ethereum in a narrow and uneasy stretch, where the next clear move may depend less on supply and more on whether buyers finally return. Featured image from Meta, chart from TradingView
One analyst noted that a full resolution is needed for the current upward momentum to be translated into a long-term bull cycle.
FDIC’s proposed rules providing insurance for corporate deposits of stablecoin issuers will not extend to the stablecoin holders, as it would conflict with the GENIUS Act’s text, the FDIC said.
Trump's ultimatum heightens geopolitical tensions, influencing market dynamics and potentially accelerating diplomatic or military responses.
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The ceasefire opens avenues for diplomatic negotiations, potentially stabilizing Iran's regime and reducing immediate collapse risks.
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China's call for a ceasefire highlights its strategic role in stabilizing global markets amid geopolitical tensions, impacting investor confidence.
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