The post Bitcoin Ownership Surpasses Gold in the U.S. appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News

About 50 million Americans now reportedly own Bitcoin, surpassing about 37M who hold gold, despite Bitcoin’s short 16-year history versus gold’s 5,000-year legacy. The trend aligns with Paris Blockchain Week 2026 at the Carrousel du Louvre, which has drawn over 20,000 participants and focused on institutional adoption of digital assets. Industry voices, including Blockstream’s Adam Back, described Bitcoin as core financial infrastructure, while French officials signaled growing openness to regulated crypto markets and blockchain-based finance.

The post Circle CEO Says Yuan Stablecoin Could Emerge in 3-5 Years appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News

Circle CEO Jeremy Allaire says China could introduce a yuan-backed stablecoin in the next three to five years, which could reshape global payments. He explained that stablecoins allow faster and more efficient cross-border money transfers, helping currencies reach a wider global audience. Allaire also said demand for stablecoins like USDC is rising as global uncertainty grows. He added that digital currencies are becoming more important in international finance due to their speed, accessibility, and ability to simplify global settlement systems.

The post Bitcoin Whales Accumulate 270,000 BTC appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News

Whales have bought around 270,000 Bitcoin in the past 30 days, marking the largest accumulation wave since 2013. At the same time, Bitcoin held on exchanges has dropped to about 2.21 million BTC, the lowest level since December 2017. Analysts say this shows strong accumulation by large holders while available selling supply shrinks. The trend may indicate long-term confidence in Bitcoin as more coins move into private storage instead of trading platforms.

The post Bitcoin Coffee Spending Could Lead to 70+ Pages of Tax Paperwork appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News

A recent analysis from Cato Institute researcher Nicholas Anthony explains that US tax rules treat Bitcoin as property, meaning every payment is a taxable capital gains event. Even small daily purchases like buying coffee require tracking the purchase price, sale value, and profit or loss, then reporting it on IRS forms. Over time, frequent use can generate more than 70 pages of tax documentation. The report argues this complexity discourages Bitcoin from being used as everyday money and calls for reforms like exemptions or the removal of capital gains tax on small transactions.

The post Bitcoin ETFs Add $186M, Led by BlackRock’s $292M appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News

BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust recorded a $292M inflow on April 15, leading US spot Bitcoin ETFs to post a combined $186M in net inflows despite withdrawals from some competing funds. The fund also added $213.8M a day earlier, buying about 3900 Bitcoin near $74800. IBIT now holds 794164 Bitcoin, approaching 800000. With nearly $64B in cumulative inflows since launch, the data signals steady and growing institutional interest in Bitcoin exposure.

The post Pakistan Opens Banking for Licensed Crypto Firms appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News

Pakistan has formally allowed banks to serve licensed virtual asset service providers under new rules issued by the State Bank on April 14, 2026. The decision overturns the 2018 ban and follows the Virtual Assets Act of March 2026, which established the PVARA regulator. Banks must conduct strict due diligence, verify licenses, monitor transactions, and report suspicious activity, without engaging in direct crypto trading. The move aims to improve transparency, reduce illicit flows, and align Pakistan with global crypto regulation standards.

The post eToro to Acquire Crypto Wallet Firm Zengo appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News

eToro has announced plans to acquire Zengo, a company known for its secure and easy-to-use crypto wallet. The move aims to expand eToro’s digital asset offerings and give users more control over their crypto investments. Zengo, founded in 2018, provides a keyless wallet system that improves security while keeping things simple for everyday users. According to Yoni Assia, the deal supports the future of finance becoming more digital and user-controlled. Ouriel Ohayon said joining eToro will help bring self-custody crypto tools to a global audience. There will be no immediate changes for users. However, in the future, eToro users are expected to get access to more crypto features like trading tools and new digital products. The acquisition is part of eToro’s push to combine traditional investing with modern crypto technology.

The post Ripple Partners With Kyobo Life for On-Chain Bond Settlement in Korea appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News

Ripple has announced a strategic partnership with Kyobo Life Insurance to pioneer institutional-grade blockchain infrastructure in South Korea. The collaboration will deploy Ripple Custody to enable secure, compliant on-chain settlement of tokenized government bonds and explore tokenized Treasury workflows within a regulated environment. By replacing manual, fragmented processes with real-time, transparent execution, the initiative aims to cut traditional two-day settlement cycles and reduce risk. Kyobo will also assess stablecoin-based payment rails as part of broader digital transformation efforts.

The post BMNR Reports $3.82B Quarterly Loss appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News

Bitmine Immersion Technologies, the largest corporate holder of Ethereum, reported a net loss of $3.82 billion for the quarter ended February 28, 2026. The loss was largely driven by major fluctuations in the fair value of its digital asset holdings. During the same period, the company generated about $10 million in revenue from ETH staking rewards. Bitmine currently holds around 4.87 million ETH, reinforcing its strong long-term commitment to Ethereum despite market volatility.

The post GameStop Launches Power Packs Digital Trading Card Platform appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News

GameStop has announced that its Power Packs digital trading card platform will launch to the public on April 15, 2026, after completing its beta phase. The platform will allow users to buy digital packs that include real PSA graded trading cards from Pokémon and major sports such as basketball, football, and baseball. Prices will range from $25 to $2500. It will also offer instant buyback options and secure storage through PSA Vault, aiming to combine digital collecting with real-world value.

The post Tether Launches Self-Custodial Wallet Supporting USDT, Bitcoin, and More appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News

Tether has launched tether.wallet, a self-custodial digital wallet that connects users directly to its global payments and settlement infrastructure. The wallet supports Bitcoin, USDT, USAT, and XAUT across Ethereum, Polygon, Arbitrum, Plasma, and the Bitcoin Lightning Network. It also allows easy transfers using simple usernames like name@tether.me instead of long wallet addresses. Tether said more than 570 million wallets were already using its technology as of March 2026, showing strong global adoption and growing use of its ecosystem.

The post Bitcoin ETFs See $291M in Outflows appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News

On April 13, U.S. Bitcoin spot ETFs recorded a net outflow of $291 million, suggesting ongoing profit-taking and a pause in fresh institutional demand after recent price movements. In contrast, Ethereum spot ETFs attracted $9.44 million in net inflows, extending their positive streak to 3 consecutive days. The split in flows indicates a gradual rotation of capital, with Bitcoin seeing short-term cooling while Ethereum maintains steady accumulation interest. Overall, ETF data reflects cautious but evolving sentiment across major crypto investment products.

The post Germany’s Deutsche Börse Invests $200M in Kraken appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News

Deutsche Börse, Germany’s largest exchange group, has invested $200 million in Payward, the parent company of Kraken, acquiring around a 1.5 percent stake on a fully diluted basis. The deal values Kraken at roughly $13.3 billion, marking another major step in the integration of traditional financial institutions with crypto infrastructure. The move highlights growing institutional confidence in digital asset platforms as regulated exchanges increasingly expand into blockchain-based trading, custody, and tokenized market systems globally.

The post DOJ Launches Compensation Process for $4B OneCoin Victims appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News

The U.S. Department of Justice has opened a formal remission claims process for victims of the $4 billion OneCoin crypto fraud. Eligible investors who suffered losses between 2014 and 2019 can apply to receive compensation from more than $40 million in forfeited assets. Claims must be submitted through the administrator Kroll by June 30, 2026. The scheme impacted around 3.5 million victims worldwide. Founder Ruja Ignatova remains a fugitive, while Karl Sebastian Greenwood has already been sentenced for his role in the fraud.

The post Aptos Launches Major Tokenomics Update appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News

Aptos has rolled out a major tokenomics overhaul aimed at tightening supply and boosting long-term value. The update cuts staking rewards to 2.6 percent and raises gas fees 10x, with fees designed to drive token burns. The total supply is capped at 2.1 billion APT, while 210 million tokens are permanently locked by the Foundation. Aptos is also exploring buybacks and expects over 32 million APT to be burned annually after its upcoming ecosystem DEX goes live, increasing deflationary pressure.

The post Upbit to List Canton (CC) Across Major Markets appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News

Upbit, South Korea’s largest crypto exchange by trading volume, announced it will list Canton (CC) on its KRW, BTC, and USDT markets, with live trading scheduled to begin on April 14 (KST). The exchange confirmed that deposits and withdrawals will be supported only through the CC-Canton network, aligning with best practice on-chain settlement. To help ensure orderly price discovery and market stability, Upbit will also apply standard initial trading limits during the early phase of CC trading.

The post Pi Network Rolls Out Testnet RPC and Mainnet Protocol 21 Upgrade appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News

Pi Network launched a free RPC endpoint this week on its Testnet at rpc.testnet.minepi.com, giving developers easy access to blockchain data, smart contract testing, and app building on its Stellar-based network. Around April 13, the Mainnet also completed its upgrade to Protocol 21, improving stability and preparing for features like decentralized identity and future smart contracts, although it missed the original April 6 deadline. Supporters see this as steady progress toward a scalable Web3 ecosystem, while critics continue to highlight roadmap delays since its 2019 launch.

The post X’s Nikita Bier Hints at Feature to Boost Weak Crypto Market appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News

In a recent post, Nikita Bier, Head of Product at X, acknowledged that the crypto market has underperformed this year and hinted that X could be planning a new product or feature to help reinvigorate engagement. The remark sparked active discussion on the platform, with users speculating about possibilities like a native crypto wallet, payments integration, trading capabilities, or even direct support for Bitcoin. While X hasn’t provided specifics, the comment has drawn renewed attention to the company’s potential strategic push into crypto.

The post Crypto Funds See $1.1B Inflows as Bitcoin Leads Gains appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News

Digital asset investment products attracted $1.1B in inflows last week, marking the strongest weekly demand since January. The surge was supported by softer-than-expected US CPI data and easing geopolitical tensions, which improved overall risk appetite. Bitcoin dominated with $871M in inflows, accounting for nearly 80% of total flows, while Ethereum added $197M and XRP saw $19M. Short-Bitcoin products recorded $20M, indicating ongoing hedging. Year-to-date, Bitcoin remains positive with over $2B in inflows, while Ethereum stays in net outflows despite recent recovery.

The post Bitcoin Falls After US-Iran Talks Collapse appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News

Bitcoin pulled back after stalled US-Iran peace talks dented market sentiment, rejecting near the $73,000–$74,000 resistance zone and falling about $3,200. The drop contributed to an estimated $83 billion wipeout in total crypto market value, now around $2.39 trillion. BTC is currently range-bound between $70,000 and $71,000, with $70,500 acting as a key support level while $71,000-$72,000 remains resistance as traders await a clearer breakout direction.

The post FTX Estate Unstakes $16M SOL as Repayment Plan Progresses appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News

The FTX and Alameda estate has moved 198,425 $SOL worth around $16M to a bankruptcy-controlled wallet as part of ongoing creditor repayments. The transfers are linked to the court-approved $12.7B recovery plan following the collapse of Sam Bankman-Fried’s crypto empire. So far, $7.6B has been distributed, while $5.1B remains outstanding. Despite continued movements, $SOL is still the estate’s largest holding, with 3.57M tokens valued at over $293M.

The post Polkadot Exploit: Attacker Mints 1B Fake DOT and Dumps for Profit appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News

A hacker exploited a vulnerability in the Hyperbridge cross-chain gateway connecting Polkadot to Ethereum. By forging gateway messages and manipulating the token contract’s admin privileges, the attacker created 1 billion unauthorized DOT tokens and sold them on decentralized markets, earning about 108.2 ETH (roughly $237,000) in profit. The incident highlights ongoing risks in cross-chain bridge systems, where flaws in message validation can lead to fake minting and significant losses.

The post CLARITY Act Moves Closer to Senate Vote appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News

The Digital Asset Market Clarity Act, seen as one of the most significant U.S. efforts to define digital asset regulation, is advancing to a Senate Banking Committee markup in mid-April, after winning bipartisan support in the House in July 2025. The legislation would assign most digital commodities to CFTC oversight and leave securities with the SEC to reduce long-standing uncertainty that has driven firms offshore. Supporters, including industry leaders and lawmakers, expect action soon. Senator Cynthia Lummis says clear statutory rules are crucial to attract innovation back to the U.S. and rebuild market confidence.

The post Ice Open Network Updates ION as $ION Drops appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News

Ice Open Network released a public repository showing real code progress for its AI-powered ecosystem, including the ION dApp Framework and the Online+ app frontend and backend, aiming to show real development amid growing market concern. The ION token has seen sharp price drops recently, with heavy selling and exchange volatility driving declines rather than new minting. Circulating supply remains high at around 11.36 billion tokens. The team says whales and bridging are behind recent moves and plans to buybacks and burns with partners to support confidence.