Fraudulent Video Claims Li Ka-shing's Cryptocurrency Success According to PANews, a report from TVB has revealed that fraudsters are falsely claiming that Li Ka-shing, the founder of CK Hutchison Holdings, shared his cryptocurrency trading success on a TVB news program. The video, which includes links to a fraudulent website, has been confirmed as fake, and authorities have been notified. TVB clarified that the deceptive video alleges Li Ka-shing doubled his wealth through a cryptocurrency platform. However, the report is unfounded, and the website involved is a scam. The public is urged to remain vigilant and verify information from unknown sources.
Gold's Record Surge Sparks Bitcoin Price Speculation According to PANews, gold prices reached a historic high of $3,357 per ounce on April 17, prompting speculation about whether Bitcoin will follow suit. Historically, Bitcoin has surged following significant increases in gold prices. In 2017, Bitcoin soared to $19,120 after gold rose by 30% months earlier. Similarly, during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, gold hit a peak of nearly $2,075, and Bitcoin subsequently climbed to $69,000 in 2021. This pattern suggests a dynamic relationship between the two assets during times of economic uncertainty and when investors seek alternatives to the U.S. dollar. Joe Consorti, head of growth at Theya, highlighted the connection between these assets, noting that Bitcoin tends to follow gold's directional movement with a lag of 100 to 150 days. Consorti stated, "When the printing press starts, gold senses it first, and then Bitcoin follows with a stronger rally." Based on Consorti's analysis, Bitcoin is expected to reach new all-time highs between the third and fourth quarters of 2025. An anonymous Bitcoin supporter, apsk32, anticipates a similar outcome or bull market between July and November.
Powell's Whisper: Did He Just Tip the Crypto Scales? How to Potentially Ride the Monetary Tides After Powell's Latest Pronouncements The Federal Reserve's Jerome Powell, a man whose words move markets like a Mississippi steamboat churns the river, has spoken. And the crypto world, ever the keen observer, is listening. Did his recent remarks just open a window of opportunity? Or is it a trap door? Is Your Portfolio Drifting? Powell's Words Might Just Be a Tailwind. Powell's comments, often veiled in central banker speak, can offer clues. Were there hints of easing? A nod to inflation's stubbornness? These nuances can ripple through the crypto seas, creating waves of volatility and, potentially, profit. How to Decipher Powell's Code and Navigate the Crypto Currents. To profit from Powell's pronouncements, one must become a student of his language. It's about understanding the subtle shifts in policy, the delicate balance between fighting inflation and fostering growth. It is like trying to read tea leaves, but the leaves are made of money. You Won't Believe How Powell's Words Can Reshape Your Crypto Strategy. The crypto market, ever sensitive to global economic winds, hangs on every word from the Fed. A hawkish tone might signal caution, a dovish one, opportunity. This is not a game for the faint of heart, but for those who can read the signs, fortunes can be made. #PowellRemarks
a16z Urges SEC to Update Crypto Custody Rules for Advisors According to Foresight News, a16z has called on the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to revise the crypto custody regulations for registered investment advisors. In a formal letter submitted to the SEC's crypto working group, a16z emphasized that registered investment advisors should be permitted to directly hold cryptocurrency assets under specific conditions and within clearly defined safeguards. The firm suggested that the commission should offer new guidance to facilitate crypto asset custody arrangements, even if only as an interim measure before new rules are established.
#CongressTradingBan Trump Wants Congress Trading Ban – Big Crypto News! Former President Donald Trump has called for a total ban on stock and crypto trading for Congress members! If true, this could shake up the entire financial and political system. Why this matters: Trump says the goal is to ensure fair markets and true financial transparency. Right now, many people believe lawmakers may be using their insider knowledge to trade and profit. The big question: Is it time to stop politicians from trading completely? Can we trust the system if they’re allowed to invest in markets they help regulate? My take: If we want public trust, then lawmakers must stay away from trading—otherwise, the system risks losing credibility or even crashing! Now it’s your turn: Should politicians be banned from trading stocks and crypto? Drop your opinion below and let’s discuss! #CongressTradingBan #CryptoNews #ETH #SUI #Binance
Stablecoins Gain Traction Amid U.S. Banking Limitations According to Cointelegraph, stablecoins have surged in popularity due to constraints within the U.S. financial system, particularly limited banking hours and the absence of non-USD trading pairs. Jerald David, president of Arca Labs, highlighted these issues during a panel at the TokenizeThis 2025 event on April 16. The discussion focused on yieldcoins, a type of cryptocurrency that can generate returns through holding, staking, or lending, similar to stablecoins. David emphasized that traditional nine-to-five banking hours are inadequate for the needs of a 24-hour industry. He noted that upcoming payment systems are expected to integrate yield-bearing instruments with stabletokens, addressing these limitations. The panel also addressed Know Your Customer (KYC) procedures, which are crucial for tax compliance. A representative from Figure Markets stated that all yield-bearing stablecoin holders would need to undergo KYC checks. However, David argued that stablecoins have broader applications beyond yield generation, such as everyday payments, which should not necessitate Anti-Money Laundering (AML) or KYC procedures for simple transactions like buying a cup of coffee. Nick Carmi, head of exchange at Figure Markets, proposed a trust-based KYC system that would allow users to carry their credentials across different platforms. This approach aims to reduce the friction and frustration caused by the current requirement for separate KYC checks at each financial institution or service, which can be particularly cumbersome for users navigating multiple platforms or exploring various crypto ecosystems.
#BitcoinWithTariffs Strap in—because the Trump administration might've just sparked a financial revolution. According to a bombshell tweet from Watcher.Guru: "JUST IN: Trump administration says US may buy Bitcoin using tariff revenue." Yes, you read that right—the U.S. government could start stacking with the same money it collects from tariffs on imported goods. This isn’t just a bold move—it’s potentially a historic shift in global finance. Imagine Bitcoin standing tall next to gold in America’s reserves. What once was a decentralized outlier could soon become a pillar of U.S. national wealth. Think El Salvador 2.0, but on a much larger scale—with the economic muscle of the world's biggest superpower. This strategy might be a direct counterstrike against inflation and the weakening dollar, leaning into Bitcoin’s fixed supply and borderless nature as a safe haven in uncertain times. Critics are already voicing concerns—“too unpredictable,” “too unstable”—but if this goes through, we could see a worldwide race for crypto reserves and a major endorsement of Bitcoin by one of the most powerful nations. Is it a visionary leap or a dangerous gamble? One thing’s for sure: the rules of the game are being rewritten.
#BitcoinWithTariffs Strap in—because the Trump administration might've just sparked a financial revolution. According to a bombshell tweet from Watcher.Guru: "JUST IN: Trump administration says US may buy Bitcoin using tariff revenue." Yes, you read that right—the U.S. government could start stacking with the same money it collects from tariffs on imported goods. This isn’t just a bold move—it’s potentially a historic shift in global finance. Imagine Bitcoin standing tall next to gold in America’s reserves. What once was a decentralized outlier could soon become a pillar of U.S. national wealth. Think El Salvador 2.0, but on a much larger scale—with the economic muscle of the world's biggest superpower. This strategy might be a direct counterstrike against inflation and the weakening dollar, leaning into Bitcoin’s fixed supply and borderless nature as a safe haven in uncertain times. Critics are already voicing concerns—“too unpredictable,” “too unstable”—but if this goes through, we could see a worldwide race for crypto reserves and a major endorsement of Bitcoin by one of the most powerful nations. Is it a visionary leap or a dangerous gamble? One thing’s for sure: the rules of the game are being rewritten.
BNB Drops Below 580 USDT with a 0.88% Decrease in 24 Hours On Apr 15, 2025, 23:43 PM(UTC). According to Binance Market Data, BNB has dropped below 580 USDT and is now trading at 579.650024 USDT, with a narrowed 0.88% decrease in 24 hours.
The U.S. just DROPPED A TARIFF BOMB on electronics! Will crypto miners, AI coins, and DePIN tokens CRASH… or MOON?
⚠️ WHY IT MATTERS:
ASIC miners, GPUs, hardware COSTS WILL SKYROCKET! RNDR,RNDR,AKT, $IOTA—projects tied to tech could PUMP (supply squeeze) or DUMP (panic sell)! Whales are SWARMING Binance Futures—volatility incoming!
🚀 TRADE THE NARRATIVE: ✅ LONG AI/GPU COINS if tariffs spark scarcity! ✅ SHORT MINING STOCKS if hardware costs explode! ✅ HODL DECENTRALIZED TECH (DePIN) as the “tariff-proof” play!
BINANCE SQUARE, SOUND OFF! 👉 Will tariffs CRUSH crypto or fuel a REVOLUTION? 👉 Drop your bets: RNDR🔼or🔽?RNDR🔼or🔽?AKT 🔥 or 💀?
OM Experiences Significant Liquidations in Recent Hour According to BlockBeats, data from Coinglass reveals that OM faced liquidations totaling $28.61 million in the past hour. Of this amount, long positions accounted for approximately $28.14 million, while short positions saw liquidations of around $470,000.
#BTCRebound DETONATE? 📌🧠🧠 $BTC is coiling tight just under $86,100, and the pressure is palpable. Could $86K be the ignition point for the next moon mission? 🚀🚨 After tagging a fresh local high at $86,100, price is consolidating at $84,936—classic launchpad behavior. Momentum is sizzling, and the charts are whispering: “Breakout imminent.” Technical Pulse (4H)📉📈 RSI(6): 63.15 ➡️ Strong drive, still gas in the tank StochRSI: 71.88 / 85.05 ➡️ Slightly overheated, but bulls aren’t backing down Support: $84,100 Resistance: $86,100 📌 Key Zones to Watch: ✅ Break above $86.1K ➡️ Targets: $87,800, then $89,500 📉 Slip under $84K ➡️ Eyes on $82,500 or even $81,000 The squeeze is real. One strong candle could blow the lid off this coil and send BTC into vertical acceleration mode. Trade smart, stay sharp. 🧠📌✅☑️💯🚀🎉 Disclaimer: Not financial advice. Always DYOR.
Market Anticipates Positive Reaction to Tariff Exemption for Major Tech Firms According to BlockBeats, Fox Business journalist Charles Gasparino shared on social media that the market is expected to react positively to the 'Tim Apple tariff exemption.' The Nasdaq may experience significant gains as the exemption also applies to Nvidia and other major tech companies. Sources indicate that, from a political standpoint, this move further highlights the weak arguments of U.S. Commerce Secretary Lutnick and U.S. Trade Advisor Navarro, who have claimed that high tariffs and other restrictions can 'magically' create jobs domestically. If this were true, why exempt companies that heavily rely on foreign labor and components? Investors and CEOs generally view this tariff plan as one of the worst policy implementations in recent years. They agree that a new trade mechanism is necessary, and U.S. President Donald Trump's criticism is justified. However, it requires further study and thoughtful action, likely after tax cuts and deregulation take effect, which has not been the case.
BNB Drops Below 590 USDT with a 0.14% Decrease in 24 Hours On Apr 13, 2025, 11:09 AM(UTC). According to Binance Market Data, BNB has dropped below 590 USDT and is now trading at 589.880005 USDT, with a narrowed 0.14% decrease in 24 hours.
#SECGuidance 🚨💥 SEC JUST ROCKED CRYPTO! HERE’S WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW 💥🚨 The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) dropped a major update that’s got the crypto space buzzing! New guidelines are here to push crypto projects toward legal registration and transparency — and it’s a game-changer. What’s the deal? The SEC is telling crypto projects to: ✅ Register tokens that function like securities 📋 Share details on risks, finances, and smart contract code 👩💼 Reveal info about management and operations ⚖️ Comply with rules like Regulation S-K, Form S-1, and Form 10 Why should you care? Tokens that resemble stocks or bonds now have to follow the same strict rules as traditional finance. What’s the ripple effect? 🔐 Stricter oversight = fewer sketchy projects ✅ Greater transparency = more legit investors ⚠️ Short-term turbulence, but long-term stability 🚨 Some projects might hit pause or switch gears to stay compliant The takeaway? Crypto’s maturing fast, and the SEC’s stepping in as the new sheriff in town.
Vitalik Buterin Highlights Importance of Social Philosophy in Ethereum Development According to Odaily, Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin recently addressed discussions on Warpcast regarding the self-evolution of Ethereum, emphasizing the need for strong social philosophy during the application layer's development phase. Buterin illustrated his point by stating that if C++ were developed by authoritarian figures, the language itself might not be worse off, as it is a general-purpose tool. However, Ethereum's Layer-1 is different; those who do not believe in decentralization are unlikely to advance features like light clients or Proof of Stake (PoS). Buterin noted that approximately 50% of the Ethereum protocol layer is universal, while about 80% of the application layer depends on the values of its builders. He stressed that the choice of applications to build is largely influenced by one's understanding of what Ethereum can contribute to the world, making it crucial to have the right philosophy.
TRC20-USDT Issuance Reaches Record High on TRON Network According to Foresight News, data from TRONSCAN indicates that the issuance of TRC20-USDT has surged to 68.7 billion tokens, marking a new all-time high. Since the beginning of this year, the TRON network has increased its USDT issuance by nearly 9 billion tokens. Currently, TRC20-USDT accounts for 47.6% of the total USDT issuance across all networks. The number of accounts holding TRC20-USDT has reached 64.02 million, with cumulative transfers exceeding 2.435 billion transactions.
PAXG Trading Volume Surpasses $110 Million in 24 Hours According to BlockBeats, PAX Gold (PAXG) has seen its 24-hour trading volume exceed $110 million, reaching $112,492,427. The current price of PAXG is $3,269.70, marking a 0.8% increase over the past 24 hours. The total market capitalization of PAXG has risen to $736 million. PAX Gold is a digital currency issued by Paxos, backed by gold. Each PAXG token is equivalent to one ounce of gold, and holding PAXG tokens represents ownership of physical gold held by Paxos Trust Company.
SEC Considers Regulatory Sandbox for Tokenized Securities According to Odaily, during the first session of the cryptocurrency task force roundtable, SEC Acting Chairman Mark Uyeda suggested the implementation of a 'regulatory sandbox' approach for companies dealing with tokenized securities, whether registered or unregistered.
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