The post Polygon Labs Eyes $100 Million to Launch Stablecoin Payments appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News

Polygon Labs is in early talks to raise up to $100 million to scale a regulated stablecoin payments business, shifting its focus from generic blockchain support to real‑world money movement that boosts on‑chain transaction volume. The push builds on its recent acquisitions of licensed U.S. payment and wallet firms Coinme and Sequence, aiming to integrate fiat on‑ and off‑ramps, wallets, and settlement infrastructure into a full payments stack. This strategy positions Polygon to compete with traditional players like Stripe and expand blockchain use for everyday payments.

The post Iran to Collect Bitcoin Fees from Oil Tankers During Ceasefire appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News

Iran is proposing a plan to charge about $1 per barrel in cryptocurrency or other digital assets like stablecoins and yuan for oil tankers to pass through the Strait of Hormuz during a two‑week ceasefire deal with the United States, according to reports. Fully loaded tankers must submit cargo and vessel details before payment, while empty ships may be exempt. Officials say the measure is intended to allow Iran to monitor ship movements and prevent weapons transfers, marking an unusual use of crypto in global oil transit.

The post OKX Founder Revives 2014 Forgery Claim Against CZ appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News

A long-running dispute between OKX founder Star Xu and Binance’s Changpeng Zhao has resurfaced following Zhao’s memoir release. Xu claims that in 2014, while Zhao was CTO at OKCoin, he altered a contract tied to a deal with Roger Ver by adding a termination clause. Xu shared past chat records as proof and accused Zhao of dishonesty. Zhao previously denied the claim, citing a hacked account, and addressed it in his book without new details.

The post Ex-China Mining Giant Jiang Zhuoer Shorts ETH, Bear Market Ongoing appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News

Jiang Zhuoer, once a top Bitcoin mining leader in China, says he has shorted Ethereum, expecting prices to fall in the coming weeks and months. Based on on-chain metrics and broader market patterns, he believes the crypto bear cycle is still intact, and any sharp rallies are shorting opportunities rather than trend reversals. Zhuoer also warned that rising geopolitical tensions could trigger fresh uncertainty in markets, calling this period “America’s Suez Canal moment.”

The post Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs See Heavy Outflows appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News

On April 7, major crypto ETFs saw uneven investor activity. Bitcoin spot ETFs recorded a $159 million net outflow, and Ethereum spot ETFs shed $64.67 million, reflecting short-term selling pressure. Solana (SOL) spot ETFs also saw a $15.40 million outflow, while XRP spot ETFs bucked the trend with a $3.32 million net inflow, showing selective interest in certain altcoin products. These flows highlight a cautious ETF market with varied demand across crypto assets.

The post SEC Advances 4 Year Crypto Safe Harbor Plan appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News

SEC Chair Paul Atkins announced that the proposed Reg Crypto framework is now under final review at the White House Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs. The plan would give crypto startups a four-year exemption to raise capital without immediate registration requirements. It also aims to provide clearer rules on how digital assets are classified under securities laws. Atkins added that a separate innovation exemption focused on tokenization is expected to be introduced within weeks.

The post MARA Transfers 250 BTC Following $1.1B March Sale appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News

Bitcoin mining company MARA transferred 250 BTC worth about $17.37 million to an external address, according to on-chain data. This latest move follows the firm’s large sale of 15,133 BTC valued at roughly $1.1 billion between March 4 and March 25, which was part of its broader balance-sheet strategy. The continued transfers have drawn market attention as investors watch how public miners manage their Bitcoin reserves amid changing conditions in the crypto sector.

The post Strategy Reports $14.5B Bitcoin Paper Loss in Q1 appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News

Strategy Inc., the Bitcoin-focused company led by Michael Saylor, posted an approximately $14.46 billion unrealized loss in the first quarter of 2026 as the value of its Bitcoin holdings declined sharply. This drop reflects weaker market prices, with Bitcoin falling around 23% and marking its worst first-quarter performance since 2018. The company also recorded a deferred tax benefit of about $2.42 billion, which partly offset the paper loss. Despite this, Strategy continued buying Bitcoin even as it held roughly $51.65 billion in digital assets at quarter-end.

The post Treasury Launches Trump Accounts with BNY Mellon and Robinhood appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News

The U.S. Treasury has appointed BNY Mellon as the financial agent and Robinhood as the technology partner for Trump Accounts, a tax-advantaged investment program for children under 18. Eligible children born between 2025 and 2028 receive a $1,000 Treasury seed invested in low-cost U.S. stock index funds, with families allowed to contribute up to $5,000 annually. Scheduled to launch on July 4, 2026, the program already has 4 million accounts and aims to foster long-term wealth creation and expand stock market participation across American households.

The post BlackRock Files to Launch Nasdaq-100 ETF appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News

BlackRock has filed with the SEC to launch the iShares Nasdaq-100 ETF, ticker IQQ, designed to track the 100 largest non-financial companies listed on Nasdaq, dominated by tech leaders. The move directly challenges Invesco’s QQQ and QQQM, which together manage nearly $446 billion in assets. Analysts predict BlackRock could ignite a fee war, with costs potentially dropping to 0.12 percent. The launch aims to enhance liquidity and reduce investor costs in the $13.7 trillion U.S. ETF market while leveraging the Nasdaq-100’s long-term outperformance over the S&P 500.

The post Bitmine Immersion Buys 71,252 Ethereum appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News

Tom Lee’s Bitmine Immersion bought 71,252 Ethereum, increasing total holdings to 4,803,334 ETH, roughly 3.98 percent of the circulating supply. The firm’s combined crypto and cash portfolio is valued at $11.4 billion, including $8.64 billion in ETH, $864 million in cash, and other assets. Of its Ethereum, 3,334,637 ETH worth $7.1 billion is staked, highlighting a strategy that blends long-term accumulation with active network participation to earn yield and strengthen influence in the Ethereum ecosystem.

The post Michael Saylor’s “Strategy” Buys 4,871 Bitcoin for $330M appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News

Michael Saylor’s firm, Strategy, added 4,871 #Bitcoin to its portfolio between April 1 and April 5, spending approximately $329.9 million at an average price of $67,718 per BTC. This brings the company’s total holdings to 766,970 BTC, acquired for about $58.02 billion at an average cost of $75,644 per coin. The move underscores Strategy’s long-term accumulation plan, reflecting continued confidence in Bitcoin as a store of value amid market volatility and institutional adoption trends.

The post DEX Perpetual Futures Trading Hits Five-Month Low appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News

On-chain perpetual futures trading on decentralized exchanges has seen a steady five-month decline, dropping from $1.36 trillion in October 2025 to $699 billion in March 2026. Daily volumes touched $8.4 billion on April 4, the lowest level since July 2025, signaling reduced market activity. Trading is increasingly concentrated, with Hyperliquid alone contributing about 34% of the past 30-day volume. The trend indicates a slowdown in overall participation, with liquidity and market influence consolidating among a few dominant players.

The post Binance Adds 20 Pairs, Lists XAUT USDT appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News

Binance has unveiled a major update to its Spot Altcoin Liquidity Enhancement Program, effective April 6, 2026, at 00:00 UTC. The expansion increases the number of eligible trading pairs from 20 to 40, making it easier for traders and liquidity providers to support more altcoin markets. One notable addition is the XAUT/USDT pair, aimed at improving trading depth and activity for tokenized gold and other altcoins on the platform. This move marks a significant effort by a leading exchange to boost spot liquidity.

The post Solo Bitcoin Miner Secures 210K Reward appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News

In a rare mining win, a solo Bitcoin miner connected to CKPool successfully mined block 943,411, earning the full reward of 3.139 BTC (about $210,000), made up of the block subsidy and fees. Solo mining is extremely competitive and uncommon today because large industrial operations dominate the network and difficulty is high, making individual wins like this almost like hitting a tiny lottery. However, this event shows solo miners can still succeed despite long odds.

The post Crypto Capital Inflows Plunge in Early 2026 appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News

Crypto investment activity slowed significantly in the first quarter of 2026, with total inflows estimated at around 11 billion dollars, far below last year’s pace. When annualized, this trend suggests roughly $44 billion, compared to $130 billion in 2025. Most new capital came from corporate Bitcoin purchases and venture funding, while retail and institutional participation remained weak. Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs recorded net outflows, and miners continued selling holdings, reflecting cautious market sentiment.