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VIRTUAL rallied as much as 38% today following renewed investor interest after the Virtuals’ team rolled out a big Genesis update aimed at boosting transparency across the ecosystem. According to data from crypto.news, Virtuals Protocol (VIRTUAL) surged to an intraday high of $1.67 on the morning of May 1, extending its gains to nearly 300% from last month’s low.  As of press time, its market cap has crossed the $1 billion mark, with daily trading volume reaching nearly $600 million, a 60% increase from the previous day. Today’s surge adds fuel to a rally that kicked off back on April…

Losses from hacks and scams surged in April, with one single incident accounting for most of the damage. In April, the crypto sector lost a staggering $364 million to exploits, scams, and hacks, a 1,163% surge from the $28.8 million recorded in March, according to an April 30 X post from blockchain security firm CertiK. The surge was largely driven by a single attack targeting an elderly American, who lost 3,520 Bitcoin worth $330.7 million.  As previously reported by crypto.news, the attacker reportedly used advanced social engineering tactics to gain access to the victim’s wallet, making it the fifth-largest crypto…

Dallas, TX — April 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Spark Biomedical, a pioneering leader in wearable neurostimulation technology, announced today the successful closing of its $15 million Series A funding round. The round was led by WAVE Ventures, with strategic participation from Pathway to Cures, the venture philanthropy fund of the National Bleeding Disorders Foundation. This milestone investment will accelerate Spark Biomedical’s mission to transform patient care through bioelectronic medicine, with a focused expansion in neurological health, hemostasis, and women’s health. Advancing a New Standard in Non-Invasive, Drug-Free Therapies: Spark Biomedical is at the forefront of a healthcare revolution, harnessing…

A coalition of 30 crypto advocacy groups, led by the Crypto Council for Innovation, has urged the Securities and Exchange Commission to clarify regulations on staking and staking services. In response to the SEC’s recent call for public input on whether staking and liquid staking should fall under federal securities laws, the coalition submitted a joint letter outlining why they believe staking should not be treated as a securities activity. The letter, addressed to SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce, comes amid growing calls from the crypto industry for regulatory clarity around core blockchain infrastructure. The group, coordinated through the Council’s Proof…

Hong Kong, April 30, 2025 — Terminal 3, a fast-rising Web3 infrastructure startup based in Hong Kong, has successfully raised US$8 million in seed funding to accelerate the development of its enterprise-grade decentralized identity (DID) and credential management platform. The funding round, aimed at advancing data privacy and security in the decentralized economy, was co-led by Illuminate Financial and CMCC Global’s Titan Fund. This capital infusion positions Terminal 3 to scale its decentralized identity services to a global enterprise audience while strengthening its core infrastructure to meet evolving data privacy regulations and Web3 compliance frameworks. A Privacy-First Web3 Identity Layer…

Synthetix is entering a pivotal new phase, as we dive deeper into the Synthetix DeFi Renaissance. The next big iteration of Synthetix is underway, and a new set of staking initiatives is here to strengthen protocol health and incentivise the community for long-term growth.Open right now, sUSD stakers will be rewarded for supporting Synthetix:SNX Rewards for new sUSD depositooorsIncentivised debt offset rewards for 420 Debt releivooorsThese two staking pools share the 5 Million SNX Rewards, 50% of what SIP420 has promised, with more on the way soon.The Overview (TLDR):For the 420 Pool Debt Relievooors: 10% of your original debt balance…

After weeks of sideways movement, Hyperliquid has reclaimed the $20 level, suggesting a possible shift in momentum. A distinct bounce above the middle Bollinger Band can be seen on the daily chart, with the price now testing the upper band. The relative strength index sits at 62.91, showing bullish momentum but not yet in overbought territory. Although there hasn’t been a clear breakout yet, a steady volume indicates that the recent move has strong support. Hyperliquid price analysis. Credit: crypto.news The moving average convergence divergence is in a buy zone, and Hyperliquid (HYPE) is still trading above the 50-day moving…

Trusted Editorial content, reviewed by leading industry experts and seasoned editors. Ad Disclosure The second-largest crypto asset, Ethereum, is again capturing market attention as bullish momentum builds, but its path to reclaiming higher price levels and maintaining a strong rally is far from guaranteed. As ETH shows strength, crypto analysts point to key zones that might bolster the altcoin’s renewed upward trend. A Pivotal Price Point To Spur Ethereum’s Rally Over the past few days, Ethereum has demonstrated notable bullish performance, recovering levels such as $1,800. While ETH’s price may seem poised for an extended rally, a crucial level has…

Reason to trust Strict editorial policy that focuses on accuracy, relevance, and impartiality Created by industry experts and meticulously reviewed The highest standards in reporting and publishing Strict editorial policy that focuses on accuracy, relevance, and impartiality Morbi pretium leo et nisl aliquam mollis. Quisque arcu lorem, ultricies quis pellentesque nec, ullamcorper eu odio. Este artículo también está disponible en español. Ethereum is currently trading above the $1,800 mark but continues to struggle with reclaiming higher levels. After a modest recovery in recent weeks, ETH—along with the broader crypto market—is facing a critical resistance zone that could either spark a…

Seoul, Republic of Korea, May 1st, 2025, Chainwire Global Bitcoin leaders, listed companies, and innovators will gather in Seoul on June 4–6 for Bitcoin Seoul 2025 — Asia’s flagship event shaping Bitcoin’s future. Bitcoin Seoul 2025, Asia’s largest Bitcoin-focused conference, will take place from June 4 to 6, 2025, at two of Seoul’s most iconic venues: Signiel Seoul and SKY31 Convention. Following its successful debut in 2024, Bitcoin Seoul quickly established itself as a key fixture in the global Bitcoin conference circuit. The inaugural event featured leading Bitcoin thinkers such as Saifedean Ammous and Jimmy Song, and attracted thousands of…