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CoinDesk Weekly Recap: Finally, the Bitcoin Rally
After several weeks on a plateau, bitcoin saw some action this week, climbing to more than $95,000 at press time. It was up 12% on the work-week, buoyed by better macro news and a feeling that the worst of tariff-mania may be over. The CoinDesk 20 — which tracks about 80% of crypto market cap — jumped 10%-plus in the last five days. In an interview with CoinDesk’s Sam Reynolds, Coinbase Institutional's John D’Agostino attributed the rally to institutions and sovereign wealth funds accumulating bitcoin. Retail traders, by contrast, were tending to exit bitcoin ETFs, he said. Institutions continued to back bitcoin-accumulation vehicles. On Wednesday, Strike CEO Jack Mallers and Cantor Fitzgerald’s Brandon Lutnick unveiled Twenty One Capital , a new bitcoin investment company backed by Tether, Bitfinex, and SoftBank. Twenty One will have the third largest bitcoin corporate treasury with 42,000 BTC, Reynolds and Francisco Rodrigues reported. There was increasing evidence from the options markets that traders are willing to hold BTC through market swings , which explains why bitcoin held relatively steady when stocks and bonds were diving in recent weeks. CoinDesk’s market wizard Omkar Godbole reported on that. Bitcoin became the fifth most-valuable of all financial assets this week, surpassing Google’s market cap for the first time. Not bad for a protocol that started as a hobby among cypherpunks 20 years ago. In other news, Zora’s much-hyped token launch sagged a little on debut . Analysts said traders were weary of so-called “VC tokens” with relatively little liquidity. “The $ZORA launch highlights a recurring issue in Web3: overpromising and underdelivering,” Min Jung, a research analyst at Presto, told markets reporter Shaurya Malwa. Ouch. But rising prices for core crypto assets is opening space for expansive Web 3 ideas. This week, the hit British TV series Peaky Blinders launched a blockchain-based video game and Web3 “ecosystem,” for instance. And, in a shift from a year ago, we saw plenty of other gaming and cultural-crypto news announcements. Still, if you had to pick two winners in the current market, you’d have to go for bitcoin and… stablecoins (there are going to be hundreds of them soon). This week, USDC-issuer Circle announced a new global payments and remittances network (Ian Allison reported), and Coinbase free conversion between U.S. dollars and PayPal's PYUSD stablecoin. You can’t go really too far wrong — though it’s not investment advice —accumulating bitcoin, and paying in stables.

CoinDesk 2025-04-25 19:40
Here’s why Dogwifhat, Jupiter, Zerebro, Popcat coins are going up
Top tokens in the Solana ecosystem continued their bullish trend this week as sentiment in the crypto industry improved. Solana ( SOL ) price jumped for four straight days, reaching a high of $155, its highest level since March 3. It has jumped by over 60% from the lowest level this year. This rally , along with the recent surge in Fartcoin ( FARTCOIN ), has triggered a significant rebound in tokens within the Solana ecosystem. Dogwifhat ( WIF ) rose to $0.6595, up by 103% from its lowest level this year. Jupiter ( JUP ), the second-biggest decentralized perpetual futures exchange, rose to $0.50, while Zerebrol ( ZEREBRO ) is up by 240% in the last seven days. Popcat ( POPCAT ) has risen by 87% in the same period. Other top meme coins in the Solana ecosystem have surged, pushing their total market cap to $10 billion. WIF, Popcat, Zerebro, and Popcat price chart | Source: crypto.news You might also like: TRUMP coin soars 73% on dinner hype — but July’s unlocks could tell a very different story Why Dogwifhat, Popcat, Zerebro, and Popcat have surged These tokens have surged due to the ongoing recovery in the crypto and stock markets . Bitcoin, which sets the tone in the crypto market, crossed the crucial resistance level at $95,000 for the first time in over a month. Additionally, the market capitalization of all coins surpassed $3 trillion. The stock market is also doing well. After falling to $36,500 earlier this month, the Dow Jones Index has recovered to $40,000, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq 100 index has jumped from $16,550 to $19,200. These assets have spiked after Donald Trump said that he would not dismiss Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell , a move that would have been unprecedented. Trump also showed openness to reaching a trade agreement with China. Solana meme coins have also surged in value due to Fartcoin’s performance. After falling to a low of $0.2015 in March, the coin has surged by 455% to nearly $ 1.20. As such, crypto investors have moved to other similar coins hoping for such big moves. The risk, however, is that the ongoing Jupiter, Dogwifhat, Virtuals, and Popcat rally is a dead cat bounce. A dead cat bounce is a brief rally that happens when an asset is in a downward trend. You might also like: Is Ethereum dead? Chart shows the key ETH price to watch

crypto.news 2025-04-25 19:35
Stripe's Patrick Collison Announces Stablecoin Product for Global Use, Beta Testing Soon
Stripe Inc. is developing its first stablecoin-focused financial product, aimed at companies outside the US, EU, and UK. The product will enable these companies to store, send, and receive digital dollars globally. Interested companies can contact Stripe at stablecoins@stripe.com or reach out to @BackseatVC for participation in the beta testing, which is starting soon. Stripe CEO Patrick Collison confirmed that the company has been planning to build this product for about a decade, and it is now ready to enter the testing phase. To continue reading this as well as other DeFi and Web3 news, visit us at thedefiant.io

The Defiant 2025-04-25 19:35
SOLAXI – First Anonymous Solana Layer 2
Last Call $SLX at Presale Pricing — Play-to-Earn or Buy Direct Before the Final Round Sells Out Solaxi, the privacy-first Layer 2 built on Solana, has entered its last presale round after a remarkable day performance: $75k committed and 1500 users on-boarded in 24 hours. Once this tranche closes, $SLX will list at market price and the triple-digit APR for early stakers will ratchet down. If you want exposure to a high-throughput, anonymous roll-up — plus a live GameFi revenue loop — your window is measured in days, not weeks. ### Why the Rush? * Presale supply is capped at 25 % of the one-billion fixed $SLX supply; no future minting or private discounts. * Dynamic APR currently exceeds 150 % and auto-adjusts lower as the staking pool fills. Locking before the pool scales is the single easiest way to maximise passive yield. * Mainnet activation follows the Token Generation Event (TGE), instantly turning $SLX from a presale asset into the gas, governance and staking backbone of Solaxi’s Layer 2. Full tokenomics, vesting tables and architecture diagrams are publicly available in the [Gitbook](https://gitbook.solaxi.app/) and technical whitepaper. ### Two On-Ramps, One Ecosystem | Path Who It’s For How to Start | Classic Presale solaxi.org – Investors who prefer a straight purchase: 1. Install a web3 wallet (Metamask, Phantom). 2. Buy $SLX at Solaxi.org before the tranche closes. GameFi Presale gamefi.solaxi.app – Players who like to earn while they learn: 1. Connect wallet at solaxi.app. 2. Receive a free starter taxi (Ford Crown). 3. Complete ride orders to earn $SLX, upgrade cars, hire drivers and scale income. 4. Stake earnings in one click to compound rewards. Both routes feed into the same staking pool and share the same APR curve. ### How the Money Is Made Dynamic Staking – 25 % of total supply is reserved for early staking incentives. The fewer tokens staked globally, the higher the APR for each participant. Play-to-Earn Loop – Six upgradeable NFT vehicles produce increasingly lucrative orders. Players who automate fleets with hired drivers can funnel passive $SLX straight into staking. Two-Tier Referrals – Earn 20 % of first-level and 5 % of second-level GameFi revenue in $SLX. Links are generated under *My Community* inside the dApp. Layer 2 Fees & Governance – After mainnet, every transaction on Solaxi pays fees in $SLX. Token holders can propose and vote on protocol upgrades via the forthcoming DAO. ### Security, Scarcity, Speed * Optimistic Roll-Up Architecture compresses transactions off-chain, posting fraud-proofs back to Solana for settlement. * Encrypted Channels and a forthcoming zero-knowledge upgrade keep user activity private. * Fixed Supply of 1 000 000 000 — unsold presale tokens route to the public IDO, never to be reminted. External audits are scheduled post-presale; interim code reviews and bug-bounty details are in the Gitbook. ### Roadmap Snapshot * Now: Final presale tranche → ongoing GameFi load-test. * TGE: Token unlock + liquidity on Raydium and Orca. * Immediately After TGE: Layer 2 mainnet activation, staking rewards live. * Q3 2025: Tokenization layer (real-world assets, identity modules). * Q4 2025: Solaxi DAO launch; full decentralisation of treasury and upgrades. ### Step-by-Step Checklist Download web3 wallet and fund it. Choose your on-ramp: buy at solaxi.org or earn at gamefi.solaxi.app. Stake all acquired $SLX to lock the current APR. Share your referral link for an effortless yield boost. Watch for the TGE announcement (social channels) and prepare for mainnet launch. Solaxi isn’t promising castles in the sky; the Layer 2, GameFi module and staking contracts are live today. What it *is* offering—only for this final round—is a front-row seat to an anonymous, high-speed infrastructure play on Solana at the last presale price. Move before the pool caps or watch APR and entry price move without you. Website: https://Solaxi.org | Play-to-Earn: https://gamefi.solaxi.app | Docs: https://gitbook.solaxi.app | X/Twitter: https://x.com/SolaxiApp | Telegram: https://t.me/+O50eW_3GZHpjY2Fi Disclaimer: Cryptocurrency investments carry risk; do your own research. Figures quoted are current at time of writing and subject to change. Disclaimer : This content is meant to inform and should not be considered financial advice. The views expressed in this article may include the author’s personal opinions and do not represent Times Tabloid’s opinion. Readers are urged to do in-depth research before making any investment decisions. Any action taken by the reader is strictly at their own risk. Times Tabloid is not responsible for any financial losses. The post SOLAXI – First Anonymous Solana Layer 2 appeared first on Times Tabloid .

TimesTabloid 2025-04-25 19:33
BSV, VIRTUAL, TRUMP soar as Bitcoin crosses $95k
The cryptocurrency market is abuzz as Bitcoin surges past $95,000, with the benchmark digital asset reaching highs of $95,564 across major exchanges. As the broader crypto market mirrored stocks, several altcoins exploded. Among the standout performers at the time of writing were Bitcoin SV (BSV), VIRTUAL, and Official Trump (TRUMP). Meanwhile, on April 25, 2025,

Invezz 2025-04-25 19:30
Bitcoin’s Long-Term Vision Holds—Solana and XRP Stay Competitive
The crypto landscape continues to mature, but the role of key players remains undeniable. Bitcoin still anchors the digital asset economy with its unwavering position as the most trusted, decentralized store of value. Meanwhile, Solana and XRP have proven they aren’t just surviving—they’re thriving through innovation, partnerships, and steady growth. Whether it’s speed, scalability, or regulatory positioning, these tokens bring structure to a market still known for its unpredictability. But beyond the leaders, something more subtle is taking shape—a project that’s being quietly added to watchlists across the ecosystem: MAGACOINFINANCE . MAGACOINFINANCE Is Earning Its Way Into the Bigger Conversation Some tokens trend because of noise. Others trend because of movement that actually matters. MAGACOINFINANCE is now showing up in analyst conversations not as a speculative meme—but as a serious early-stage asset with strong structural development. Its community has grown steadily, its ecosystem is expanding, and its public milestones are being delivered on time. Traders who follow early signals—wallet activity, user retention, platform behavior—are beginning to recognize that this token might have more than just short-term legs. And it’s not doing this by mimicking larger projects. MAGACOINFINANCE is forging its own identity—built around strategic rollout and long-term focus, not hype-fueled sprints. Where Legacy Strength Still Leads: Ethereum, Cardano, Hedera Hashgraph, and Chainlink Ethereum remains the engine that powers much of the on-chain economy. It’s the platform of choice for smart contracts, infrastructure innovation, and continued enterprise adoption. Cardano , with its academic-first approach and formal verification processes, continues to appeal to investors seeking security, scalability, and long-term reliability. Hedera Hashgraph has found its lane in the enterprise world. From institutional pilots to high-throughput use cases, it delivers efficiency and stability that many newer platforms still lack. Chainlink has become a silent powerhouse. Its infrastructure underpins much of the real-time data validation in blockchain applications. It’s a cornerstone of the industry—even if its price doesn’t always reflect that importance. These projects will remain relevant. But they’ve also completed their early-stage arcs. The narrative around MAGACOINFINANCE is still being written—and that means opportunity for investors looking ahead, not back. Final Word Bitcoin represents the macro belief in digital currency. Solana and XRP have proven they’re adaptable and competitive in rapidly shifting market conditions. They’ll remain key players in the crypto economy. But as portfolios adjust to new conditions and investors seek assets with both structure and upside, MAGACOINFINANCE is making a name for itself—not loudly, but intentionally. And sometimes, the quietest moves are the ones that matter most. To learn more about MAGACOINFINANCE , please visit: Website: https://magacoinfinance.com Twitter/X: https://x.com/magacoinfinance Continue Reading: Bitcoin’s Long-Term Vision Holds—Solana and XRP Stay Competitive

BitcoinSistemi 2025-04-25 19:30
Christian Langalis: From meme to bitcoin millionaire
This is a segment from the Supply Shock newsletter. To read full editions, subscribe . Imagine being in an industry where a yellow piece of paper is one of your most iconic symbols. Well, that’s Bitcoin, and today’s legend is none other than Christian Langalis, better known as Bitcoin Sign Guy. Langalis is the young man in a suit who held up a sign that read “Buy ₿itcoin” while Janet Yellen, then-Chair of the Federal Reserve, stood her ground in front of Congress in 2017. Today’s story is about much more than just his viral moment, however. Before he became a meme, Christian was just another 25-year-old working at a global macro fund. But he wasn’t your typical Wall Street junior analyst. He was the “young Bitcoin kid.” A man that nobody took seriously when he talked about cryptocurrency. For Langalis, being dismissed had an unexpected effect. Instead of discouraging him, it opened his eyes to something crucial: The markets weren’t what they seemed. They were, in his view, artificial constructs propped up by central bank policies. So he did what any self-respecting skeptic would do. He started buying bitcoin. And like many bitcoiners before and after him, Christian didn’t just buy bitcoin; he wanted to understand the system he was rebelling against. What do you do when you realize the world is only serving the interest of the few? You dive into alternative economics. 3/ Christian became a fierce Libertarian He started reading everything he could about Austrian economics He read the classics by Schumpeter and Rothbard 😍 pic.twitter.com/jnhrFZZvh7 — The Bitcoin Historian (@pete_rizzo_) April 20, 2025 Nowadays, Keynesians rule the world, at the behest of the late John Maynard Keynes. But others are becoming favorites again, with Schumpeter, Rothbard and Mises staging a comeback. These authors had a deep effect on Langalis, and they pushed him into the Cato Institute, a world-renowned libertarian think tank. Under the guidance of George Selgin, one of the world’s utmost authorities on money, Christian began developing his own economic thesis on Bitcoin. But he wasn’t content just to profit from bitcoin — he wanted to understand its potential to reshape the financial world. Stage set Then came July 2017. Christian was asked to attend the annual Federal Reserve report to Congress. As Janet Yellen droned on about monetary policy, a bored Christian had an idea. He grabbed his notepad and wrote two simple words: “Buy ₿itcoin.” The price was $2,300 at the time, and bitcoin was in the midst of an epic run that would eventually take it to $20,000. Christian figured he’d flash the sign and maybe grab a screenshot later. For the LOLs. He had no idea he was about to create a moment that would define Bitcoin culture. With the price now ~$93,200 per coin, everyone who listened is up almost 4,000%. 5/ There, Christian was asked to attend the Fed report to Congress Bored, Christian decided to write "Buy Bitcoin" on his notepad He figured he'd flash the sign, then collect the screenshot later… pic.twitter.com/cynSy9UADg — The Bitcoin Historian (@pete_rizzo_) April 20, 2025 Within seconds, security descended. Christian was escorted out of the hearing. You can actually see him being removed on the livestream. But by then, it was too late. We can safely call it the Bitcoin photobomb seen around the world. Aftermath The Bitcoin community’s response was immediate and overwhelming. Christian received over 7 BTC ($16,100 then, $650,000 now) in donations from supporters who appreciated his bold statement. Overnight, he had become an icon. Instead of getting drunk with fame, Christian’s conviction only deepened — luckily! He later revealed he was holding 99% of his net worth in bitcoin, and declared he “won’t be converting it back into US dollars.” Did someone say skin in the game? In the years following his famous stunt, Christian has used his newfound celebrity for good. He’s appeared at numerous events, always in his trademark suit and tie, raising money for organizations like Coin Center, a non-profit that helps defend Bitcoin’s interests in Washington DC. Years later, he called it a “new financial substrate” and predicted that one BTC will eventually be worth over $1 million. 10/ In the years to follow, Christian used his celebrity to raise money for charities Here he is with his trademark suit and tie, raising money for Coin Center The non-profit helps defend Bitcoin in D.C. ✊ pic.twitter.com/IMM9OfFF0S — The Bitcoin Historian (@pete_rizzo_) April 20, 2025 But Langalis isn’t like most of you talking heads. He’s also building. Christian has founded a new Lightning startup that’s currently in stealth mode, working to advance the Bitcoin economy he believes in. In a fitting twist of fate, Christian recently auctioned off the original “Buy ₿itcoin” sign for over $1 million. The piece of paper that once photobombed the Federal Reserve Chair had become a piece of Bitcoin history. The Legacy Christian Langalis’s story is more than just a tale of a viral moment. It’s about having the courage to challenge the status quo, even when nobody takes you seriously, in the status quo’s arena. It’s about understanding that sometimes, the simplest actions can have the biggest impact. All things that made him CoinDesk’s Most Influential person in Bitcoin in 2017. For those who bought bitcoin when Christian held up his sign, the returns have been spectacular. But perhaps the real value of his gesture wasn’t in the investment advice, but in the message it sent: that Bitcoin represents a peaceful revolution against the traditional financial system. Have a great weekend, And remember, sometimes the best investment advice comes on a piece of paper held up behind a Fed chair. Get the news in your inbox. Explore Blockworks newsletters: Blockworks Daily : Unpacking crypto and the markets. Empire : Crypto news and analysis to start your day. Forward Guidance : The intersection of crypto, macro and policy. 0xResearch : Alpha directly in your inbox. Lightspeed : All things Solana. The Drop : Apps, games, memes and more. Supply Shock : Bitcoin, bitcoin, bitcoin.

Blockworks 2025-04-25 19:30
How Binance is Streamlining Project Listings: Apply Now to Join the Leading Exchange
On April 26th, Binance made a pivotal announcement regarding its listing procedures for cryptocurrency projects. Interested projects can now apply for listing through several streamlined options. Firstly, for **Spot Listings**,

CoinOtag 2025-04-25 19:24
Pundit Says This Development Will Make Ripple World Bank and XRP Global Reserve Currency
A recent interview clip shared on X by XRP Dragon (@DRAGON_XRP66) from the 2024 XRP Las Vegas Conference has gained attention due to statements made by Patrick Riley, CEO of Reaper Financial and President of Atum Industries. In conversation with Ray Fuentes, a known figure in the crypto space, Riley offered a bold perspective on the future of Ripple and its digital asset, XRP. XRP’s Potential Future Riley began with a bold statement, framing XRP as an important asset to hold, as it is intrinsically tied to global finance. Fuentes responded by asking what that implies for Ripple itself. Riley suggested that, because of XRP’s importance and high value, Ripple, which holds a large supply, could become the World Bank. Riley anticipated skepticism from those unfamiliar with the XRP ecosystem. He acknowledged that people new to the concept might view such claims as extreme, but emphasized that his conclusions are based on a long-standing study of financial systems. He referenced monetary practices stretching from the Roman Empire to Yap Island’s stone money, highlighting a historical continuity that, in his view, led to XRP’s current position. Ripple’s Chief Technology Officer (CTO), David Schwartz, believes the asset will experience mass adoption , and the growing interest could help XRP and Ripple take on these prominent roles in global finance. We are on twitter, follow us to connect with us :- @TimesTabloid1 — TimesTabloid (@TimesTabloid1) July 15, 2023 Riley’s argument hinges on the evolution of reserve currencies. “After the petrodollar, after we came off the gold reserve, there is really only one competitor to be the global reserve currency,” Riley stated. According to him, XRP is the only viable candidate to replace the U.S. dollar as the foundation of global finance. Ripple’s Role in the Global Financial System Riley’s vision goes beyond the digital asset itself. By equating Ripple to a “world bank,” he implies that the organization will hold a central role in the global financial infrastructure. Riley suggests that the world could move to a new economic system built on blockchain technology and decentralized liquidity, with Ripple leading the charge through XRP as a global reserve asset. The company is already trying to provide a superior alternative to legacy systems like SWIFT, and through blockchain technology, it could overhaul the entire financial infrastructure. The comments reflect a broader narrative among XRP advocates who view the token as a digital currency and a foundational tool for future financial systems. This perspective aligns with Ripple’s ongoing efforts to expand XRP’s adoption through partnerships and provide utility in cross-border payments, institutional finance, and more. Disclaimer : This content is meant to inform and should not be considered financial advice. The views expressed in this article may include the author’s personal opinions and do not represent Times Tabloid’s opinion. Readers are urged to do in-depth research before making any investment decisions. Any action taken by the reader is strictly at their own risk. Times Tabloid is not responsible for any financial losses. Follow us on X , Facebook , Telegram , and Google News The post Pundit Says This Development Will Make Ripple World Bank and XRP Global Reserve Currency appeared first on Times Tabloid .

TimesTabloid 2025-04-25 19:22
Big News for XRP: Banks Get Nod to Offer Crypto Services Unfettered
In a striking turn of events for the U.S. financial landscape, the Federal Reserve has officially withdrawn its previous guidance that mandated banks to notify or seek approval before engaging in activities involving cryptocurrencies or stablecoins. This update, reported by Cointelegraph via its official X account, marks a pivotal development in the ongoing evolution of digital asset policy in the United States. The rescinded directives, originally issued in 2022 and 2023, were part of the Fed’s broader effort to monitor and manage the risk exposure of traditional banking institutions to the volatile and rapidly expanding crypto market. Now, with this rollback, the central bank appears to be signaling a more flexible and perhaps more accommodative stance toward blockchain-based financial innovation. A Departure From Tight Oversight The original guidance from the Federal Reserve required federally supervised banks to proactively report or obtain permission before participating in crypto-related services, including holding digital assets, issuing stablecoins, or providing custodial services for tokens like Bitcoin and Ethereum. This cautious posture reflected the regulators’ concerns over operational risks, cybersecurity threats, and compliance with anti-money laundering frameworks. With the recent rescission, however, the Fed is stepping back from its earlier micromanagement approach, opening the door for greater experimentation and innovation by financial institutions. The decision suggests a recognition that the crypto ecosystem is maturing and that banks, equipped with the appropriate risk management protocols, may no longer require such prescriptive oversight. Implications for Banking Innovation and Stablecoin Development This policy reversal carries important implications for the future of U.S.-based digital finance. With the removal of prior constraints, commercial banks may now feel emboldened to explore stablecoin issuance, crypto custody solutions, tokenized deposits, and blockchain integration without facing regulatory headwinds from the central bank. This could accelerate institutional participation in the sector, foster new partnerships between banks and blockchain developers, and potentially hasten the mainstream adoption of crypto assets. Notably, this change comes amid rising global competition around stablecoin innovation and central bank digital currencies (CBDCs). Countries like the UK, Japan, and members of the EU have already taken progressive steps to accommodate tokenized finance within their traditional banking systems. The Fed’s pivot may be part of a broader strategic recalibration, ensuring that U.S. financial institutions remain competitive in this rapidly advancing domain. We are on twitter, follow us to connect with us :- @TimesTabloid1 — TimesTabloid (@TimesTabloid1) July 15, 2023 Market Reaction and Industry Outlook Although the full market response to the Fed’s move is still unfolding, industry stakeholders have widely interpreted the decision as a bullish signal for the U.S. crypto space. Financial institutions, which had previously exercised caution under the weight of regulatory uncertainty, may now increase their crypto exposure or fast-track delayed blockchain initiatives. Moreover, this shift could also influence ongoing legislative efforts in Congress, where policymakers have been debating comprehensive frameworks for digital asset regulation. By rolling back its oversight, the Fed may be indirectly supporting a more decentralized, innovation-friendly regulatory architecture—one that emphasizes principles-based compliance over heavy-handed restriction. A New Chapter for U.S. Crypto Banking The Federal Reserve’s decision to rescind its 2022 and 2023 crypto guidance represents more than just a procedural change—it reflects a broader evolution in how digital assets are perceived within the halls of traditional finance. No longer an existential threat to banking stability, cryptocurrencies are increasingly being viewed as foundational tools in the next generation of global finance. As Cointelegraph rightly spotlighted, this moment could mark the beginning of a new era of institutional acceptance and regulatory clarity for crypto in the United States. While challenges remain—especially around consumer protection, systemic risk, and regulatory harmonization—one thing is clear: the U.S. banking sector just got the green light to step deeper into the world of digital assets. Disclaimer : This content is meant to inform and should not be considered financial advice. The views expressed in this article may include the author’s personal opinions and do not represent Times Tabloid’s opinion. Readers are urged to do in-depth research before making any investment decisions. Any action taken by the reader is strictly at their own risk. Times Tabloid is not responsible for any financial losses. Follow us on Twitter , Facebook , Telegram , and Google News The post Big News for XRP: Banks Get Nod to Offer Crypto Services Unfettered appeared first on Times Tabloid .

TimesTabloid 2025-04-25 19:22
Amazon sellers raise prices amid Trump’s renewed China tariffs
Amazon sellers are raising prices of top-selling items in a bid to get ahead of President Donald Trump’s trade policies. E-commerce software company SmartScout tracked 930 products on Amazon that have seen increased prices since April 9, with an average jump of 29%. Trump issued import duties of 145% for goods imported from China and acknowledged on Wednesday his administration was “actively” talking with China about a potential deal to lower tariffs. Spokesperson to China’s Ministry of Commerce, He Yodang, dismissed the President’s claims that U.S.-China tariff negotiations were taking place. Amazon sellers hike prices amid Trump’s trade war Amazon revealed that its merchants are raising the prices of top-selling items as they combat the higher import costs caused by Trump’s levies. SmartScout e-commerce firm tracked 930 products on Amazon, which have seen hiked prices at an average increase of 29% since April 9. The e-commerce company also noted that price hikes affected a range of categories, including clothing, jewelry, household items, office supplies, electronics, and toys. Amazon revealed that the trade war with China has threatened sellers on its third-party marketplace, which accounts for about 60% of the firm’s online sales. The company noted that many merchants are based in China or rely on the world’s second-largest economy to source and assemble their products. Amazon acknowledged that its sellers are now faced with the dilemma of raising prices or taking the extra costs associated with Trump’s new tariffs. The company’s CEO, Andy Jassy, said that the firm was “going to try and do everything we can” to keep prices low for shoppers, including renegotiating terms with some of its suppliers. Jassy also added that some third-party sellers will “need to pass that cost” of tariffs on to consumers. The company’s stock prices have plummeted by 15% so far this year, and it will also report first-quarter earnings next week. SmartScout CEO Scott Needham noted that roughly 25% of the price increases it observed were initiated by China-based sellers. He also highlighted that last week, stainless steel jewelry maker Ursteel hiked prices on four of its dresses by $6.50. Needham added that clothing brand Chouyatou also raised the price of some of its dresses by $2. The e-commerce firm also noted that Chinese electronics brand Anker, which is one of Amazon’s largest sellers, has hiked prices on one-fifth of its products sold in the U.S. The company said that Anker raised prices on a portable power bank from $110 to $135. Amazon refrains from penalizing merchants for raising prices Some Amazon sellers recently received penalties on their listings from Amazon after increasing their prices to offset added costs from President Trump’s tariff war. The penalties include Amazon removing the “Add to Cart” or “Buy Now” buttons on merchants’ product pages, which sellers use to make purchases. Amazon’s spokesperson Jessica Martin maintained that the company’s pricing policies haven’t changed, nor has the way it determines how products become eligible for the Buy Box, now known as the Featured Offer. The penalties were lifted a week and a half after Jassy argued that he thought Amazon sellers would try to “pass that cost on” to customers and that he would understand if they did so. “Sellers set their own prices, and we regularly monitor how we highlight great prices as Featured Offers to provide customers with low prices across a wide selection.” ~ Jessica Martin, Amazon’s Spokesperson. Some of the top sellers told Fortune that the company had reversed this week and was now letting them raise prices, without penalty, by as much as 25%. The companies affected complained that the penalty was unfair because, without raising prices, they could face significant financial setbacks. A CEO of a home furnishing brand that sells $50 million to $100 million of products online on Amazon said, “We got almost all of our Buy Boxes back. The home furnishing CEO, who requested anonymity, said that the Buy Box returned on Monday for most of its items. Cryptopolitan Academy: Want to grow your money in 2025? Learn how to do it with DeFi in our upcoming webclass. Save Your Spot

Cryptopolitan 2025-04-25 19:20
Binance Unveils Comprehensive Listing Criteria for Alpha, Futures, and Spot Tokens
In a recent announcement dated April 25th, Binance has outlined its comprehensive listing and delisting criteria for various platforms, including Binance Alpha, Binance Futures, and Binance Spot. The exchange has

CoinOtag 2025-04-25 19:17

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