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The Block features breaking Crypto news about Bitcoin, Blockchain, Web3, and DeFi from the web's most reliable source.


04/08/2026 07:06 AM

SEC admits ‘flaws’ in past crypto enforcement, cites misreading of securities law

The SEC said it addressed past enforcement flaws by dismissing seven crypto cases, including those against Binance and Coinbase.


04/08/2026 05:51 AM

DOJ rejects Tornado Cash co-founder Roman Storm’s latest bid to dismiss charges

Prosecutors said the Supreme Court ruling cited by attorneys representing Tornado Cash developer Roman Storm was 'inapposite' to the case.


04/08/2026 03:00 AM

Bitcoin jumps on US-Iran ceasefire talks, long-term rally remains uncertain: analyst

One analyst noted that a full resolution is needed for the current upward momentum to be translated into a long-term bull cycle.


04/08/2026 12:30 AM

GSR partners with SC Ventures-backed tokenization firm supporting its web3 ‘investment bank’ strategy

By partnering with Libeara, GSR is positioning itself as a full-service, end-to-end, global digital asset and RWA capital markets partner.


04/07/2026 07:56 PM

FDIC proposes ruleset for stablecoin issuers following GENIUS enactment

The FDIC proposed a rule to establish a regulatory framework for stablecoin issuers and is seeking public input.


04/07/2026 07:17 PM

Solana-based Stabble tells LPs to withdraw funds after identifying former North Korean employee

Worried about a former employee with alleged ties to North Korea, Stabble told liquidity providers to withdraw funds.


04/07/2026 06:51 PM

Charles Schwab examines crypto investing approaches, says even small exposure can raise risk

Brokerage Charles Schwab said there is no "correct" allocation to crypto, and the decision depends on each investor.


04/07/2026 06:19 PM

Democrats press Selig on CFTC oversight of offshore prediction market war bets

Democrats are urging the CFTC to crack down on prediction markets that allow users to bet on certain events.


04/07/2026 04:07 PM

Fox to integrate Kalshi data in news broadcasts, sports ‘maybe’ in the future

Kalshi said that although sports data will not initially be part of the Fox deal, it may become part of the partnership in the future.


04/07/2026 03:04 PM

CME Group to offer 24/7 crypto derivatives trading May 29, adding Avalanche and Sui contracts

The world's largest derivatives exchange is also expanding its crypto suite to include Avalanche (AVAX) and Sui (SUI) contracts.


04/07/2026 02:53 PM

Split Capital winds down as founder cites $100 billion crypto venture ‘last dance’, joins Plasma

Split Capital returned outside capital as founder joins Plasma, calling crypto hedge funds "broken" after $100 billion in venture funding.


04/07/2026 01:37 PM

XRP leads $224 million weekly inflows into global crypto funds as bitcoin sentiment remains mixed and ether lags: CoinShares

Global crypto funds saw $224 million worth of net inflows last week, led by XRP products with $119.6 million, per CoinShares.


04/07/2026 11:51 AM

Bernstein sees over 100% upside for Figure as monthly loan volume tops $1 billion for first time

Bernstein reiterated a $67 price target on Figure as March loan volume topped $1 billion for the first time.


04/07/2026 09:27 AM

Bitcoin whale moves over $20 million worth of BTC to Binance

Between January and March 2025, the wallet accumulated 513 BTC, worth $50 million at the time, according to Arkham data.


04/07/2026 08:05 AM

Spot bitcoin ETFs report largest single-day inflow in six weeks, worth $471 million

The return in inflows reflects renewed confidence among institutional participants in the crypto market, analysts said.


04/07/2026 06:04 AM

Solana Foundation launches STRIDE program to fortify ecosystem security

Solana Foundation launched new security initiatives with Asymmetric Research that are offered to the entire ecosystem.


04/07/2026 05:12 AM

Polygon to activate Giugliano hardfork this week for faster finality

The Giugliano upgrade is expected to occur on April 8 to improve finality and add fee parameters directly in block headers, the team said.


04/07/2026 02:58 AM

Phantom reports temporary service outage affecting in-app balances

Phantom is currently experiencing a service outage affecting token prices and balances, but said user funds are safe.


04/06/2026 10:48 PM

SEC crypto safe harbor heads to White House review, proposal due ‘shortly’ says Atkins

A proposed safe harbor framework to allow crypto projects to launch without needing to register right away is now in the White House's hands.



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