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The US Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) is seeking public feedback on the possibility of allowing round-the-clock derivatives trading and introducing perpetual futures contracts. The move would bring traditional markets closer in line with the cryptocurrency sector, which has long operated on a 24/7 basis.In a statement released Monday, acting CFTC Chairman Caroline Pham said the agency must take a forward-looking approach to evolving market structures. “The CFTC must take a forward-looking approach to shifts in market structure to ensure our markets remain vibrant and resilient while protecting all participants,” she said. “One evolving trend is the move to 24/7,…

The recent passing of Pope Francis shocked the world, but it also triggered an unexpected financial ripple. $LUCE, a Solana-based meme token tied to the Vatican’s Holy Year 2025 mascot, surged 80%, reaching a $14.7M market cap. This phenomenon highlights the growing intersection of pop culture and cryptocurrency markets.The Shocking Event That Sent $LUCE SurgingThe sudden 80% surge of LUCE, a meme token on the Solana blockchain related to the mascot of the holy year, can be traced to a significant global event: the passing of Pope Francis at age 88, as reported by the BBC on April 21, 2025.The…

Homepage > News > Business > Earth Day 2025: An efficient blockchain is a smart energy choice Earth Day is here again. However, you choose to acknowledge the occasion, it’s always good to spend some time thinking about how to work smarter. A rock-solid, secure, and trustworthy blockchain network relies on proof-of-work (PoW) to function. BSV uses the energy this requires more efficiently than any other network. We could say the BSV blockchain works smarter simply by existing. Put it to good use, and it can also help find efficiencies in other industry sectors. Earth Day is a campaign by…

Amid growing concerns over escalating U.S.–China trade tensions and the weakening U.S. dollar, gold – the traditional safe-haven asset, broke its previous record, reaching $3,384 per ounce on April 21, 2025.Shortly after, Bitcoin followed a similar trajectory, surging sharply to the $87,000 level — its highest point in nearly a month. This movement echoes mid-2020, when BTC began to be recognized as “digital gold” by institutional investors.Bitcoin’s Performance Silences DoubtsData from TradingView shows that Bitcoin’s dominance (BTC.D) surpassed 64% in mid-April— the highest level since 2021. This surge reflects a return to “safe haven” assets within the crypto market, as…

Indian crypto exchange WazirX, which was hacked for $234 million last July, says it is on track to restart its operations pending a May 13 court decision on its restructuring proposal and user compensation plan. If Singapore’s High Court gives the nod, WazirX parent company Zettai PTE Ltd can restart the exchange and begin its compensation scheme for affected users within 10 business days, WazirX said in an April 21 update to X.WazirX lost $234 million of crypto from a Safe Multisig wallet mid-July 2024 in an attack since attributed to North Korean hackers, forcing them to temporarily pause all crypto…

Key Takeaways: Durov stressed that encryption backdoors cannot be limited to law enforcement use and pose serious risks, as they can be exploited by hackers, foreign agents, and other malicious actors. Telegram updated its terms in September 2024 to allow the sharing of IP addresses and phone numbers with authorities if presented with valid court orders. Telegram CEO Pavel Durov has issued a strong statement reaffirming the platform’s commitment to user privacy, even if it means leaving certain markets. This comes in response to recent legislative attempts in France and other parts of the European Union that are looking to…

Homepage > News > Business > Retail Associates champions cloud transformation for Philippine businesses with strategic SaaS event Manila, Philippines – As cloud computing and AI continue to redefine global industries, Retail Associates is stepping up to lead the digital transformation conversation in the Philippines. On April 24, 2025, the company will host a forward-looking event titled “The Strategic Shift: Why Transition to SaaS is the Right Decision in 2025,” aiming to help businesses embrace cloud technology as a cornerstone of future growth and operational resilience. Retail Associates, a recognized LS Retail Diamond Partner and trusted Microsoft Solutions provider, has…

Trusted Editorial content, reviewed by leading industry experts and seasoned editors. Ad Disclosure The Ethereum Foundation is realigning its developmental strategy to address core protocol efficiency and user experience challenges, following recent leadership changes earlier this year. Co-executive director Tomasz Stańczak outlined the updated focus areas in a public statement on X earlier today, emphasizing that the shift is intended to strengthen Ethereum’s long-term scalability while improving near-term usability. Protocol Upgrades and a Revised Role for Vitalik Buterin Stańczak described the discussions surrounding Ethereum’s base-layer roadmap as extensive and community-driven, noting that the changes are designed to sharpen focus among…

Investors seeking Bitcoin exposure may be running out of time to purchase below a six-figure price, as US Treasury buybacks may signal the next leg up for the world’s first cryptocurrency.This might be the “last chance” to buy Bitcoin (BTC) below the $100,000 mark, according to Arthur Hayes, co-founder of BitMEX and chief investment officer of Maelstrom.“Seriously fam, this might be the last chance you have to buy $BTC post, hinting at incoming “treasury buy backs” as the “Bazooka” for Bitcoin’s price trajectory.Source: Arthur HayesTreasury buybacks refer to the US Treasury Department repurchasing its outstanding bonds from the open market…

Dogecoin has not broken out of its long-term downtrend Falling on-chain activity and the rising NVT Signal were discouraging signs for investors Dogecoin [DOGE], at the time of writing, was slowly climbing back towards the $0.166-level that it began the month of April at. In fact, this level is still an active resistance level, with DOGE bulls facing rejection on 13 April. Source: DOGE/USDT on TradingView The memecoin has been on a sizeable downtrend over the past few months. The price bounce from the long-term support at $0.143 was a minor development. And yet, on-chain metrics suggested that DOGE might…