The post Pi Network Shifts Toward AI Tasks as KYC Validation Rewards Decline appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News

Pi Network is signaling a transition for validators, with KYC validation tasks expected to decline as most users have already completed verification. AI-driven processes will increasingly replace manual checks, though not entirely. Validators may begin receiving new AI-related tasks alongside reduced KYC work, with rewards paid in Pi. These tasks could offer significantly higher earnings, potentially exceeding current mining rates, similar to past KYC rewards that reached up to 22x higher payouts.

The post Cardano Integrated Into Scorechain for Enhanced Compliance Monitoring appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News

Cardano has been fully integrated into Scorechain’s compliance and investigation platform, enabling institutions to monitor and analyze ADA and native tokens within a unified workflow. Built for Cardano’s UTXO model, the system supports high-accuracy risk scoring, transaction monitoring, and fund tracing. The move strengthens Cardano’s position in regulated markets by allowing consistent compliance standards across multi-chain operations.

The post ZachXBT Accuses Tokenlon of Handling Illicit Funds appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News

On-chain investigator ZachXBT has alleged that a significant share of trading activity on Tokenlon is linked to illicit sources, including scams and underground markets. He also warned of potential future actions involving Tokenlon and imToken. ZachXBT further flagged platforms such as Butter Network, HiFiSwap, and SWFT as priorities for enforcement over suspected involvement in illegal fund flows.

The post Kraken Parent Completes $550M Bitnomial Deal to Expand U.S. Crypto Derivatives appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News

Payward, the parent of Kraken, has completed its acquisition of Bitnomial for up to $550 million. The deal secures key Commodity Futures Trading Commission licenses, enabling a full regulated derivatives stack in the U.S. This includes plans for 24/7 crypto settlement, spot margin trading, and eventually perpetuals and options, marking a major step toward compliant crypto derivatives markets for U.S. investors.

The post Ripple Claims 13,000 Bank Connections and $12.5T Payment Scale appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News

Ripple says its treasury platform now connects 13,000 banks and supports $12.5 trillion in payment volume, highlighting its growing role in global finance infrastructure. The company describes the system as fully adaptable with complete cash visibility. This follows Ripple’s $1 billion acquisition of GTreasury in 2025, part of its strategy to integrate existing financial systems rather than rebuild them from scratch.

The post Tether Mints $1B USDT on Tron, Boosting Crypto Market Liquidity appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News

Tether minted $1 billion worth of Tether USDt on the Tron network, increasing total supply to nearly $189.6 billion. The mint reflects fresh liquidity entering the market, typically tied to incoming fiat deposits. While some traders view it as bullish, the real impact depends on how the funds are deployed. Recent issuance trends show Tether rapidly expanding supply across networks, with Bitcoin holding steady near the $79K–$80.5K range.

The post LUNC Price Jumps 9% as Token Burns Boost Rally appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News

Terra Classic surged 9% in the past 24 hours, extending a strong uptrend that has seen the token rise over 60% in a week and more than 150% in a month. The rally is being fueled by aggressive burn activity, with nearly 630 million tokens removed from circulation in just three days, tightening supply. Ongoing attention around the v4.0.1 upgrade vote is also adding momentum and driving increased community interest.

The post BlackRock Urges OCC to Drop 20% Cap Under GENIUS Act appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News

BlackRock has urged the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency to eliminate a proposed 20% cap on tokenized reserve assets under the GENIUS Act. In a detailed letter, the firm argued that risk depends on asset quality and liquidity—not whether reserves are on blockchain. BlackRock warned the cap could limit growth of tokenized products like BUIDL. The move comes as tokenized real-world assets surge, with rapid growth expected ahead of the law’s 2027 implementation.

The post Crypto Token Unlocks to Exceed $229M This Week appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News

According to Tokenomist, more than $229 million worth of tokens are set to be unlocked over the next seven days. Major one-time unlocks above $5 million include HYPE, ENA, SXT, RED, and OPN. Meanwhile, linear daily unlocks exceeding $1 million feature assets like Solana, RAIN, CC, TRUMP, WLD, and TAO. These events matter as rising token supply can increase selling pressure, potentially impacting short-term price action across the crypto market.

The post Bitcoin Faces Key $80K Resistance as ETF Inflows and Whale Buying Rise appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News

Bitcoin briefly touched $80,000 for the first time in weeks before slipping back near $79,000, setting up a major market battle. Spot Bitcoin ETFs attracted $600 million in inflows on May 1, while whales accumulated 270,000 BTC over the past month — the largest buying spree since 2013. Meanwhile, exchange reserves dropped to a seven-year low, tightening available supply. A breakout above $80K could quickly push BTC toward the $84K-$88K range, while another rejection risks a deeper correction toward $66K.

The post GraniteShares’ 3X XRP ETFs Eye May 7 Nasdaq Launch appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News

GraniteShares is targeting May 7 for the Nasdaq launch of its 3x Long and 3x Short XRP ETFs after five delays since April. If approved, US retail investors would gain regulated access to leveraged XRP trading through standard brokerage accounts. The filing also includes leveraged products tied to Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana. The launch is being closely watched as a key test of the SEC’s stance on high-risk crypto ETF structures following similar setbacks faced by other issuers.

The post XRP Gets Institutional Trading Upgrade With Coinbase TAS Launch appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News

XRP became the first altcoin to gain institutional-grade settlement infrastructure after Coinbase officially launched Trade at Settlement (TAS) for XRP futures on May 1. The feature allows institutions to execute large block trades at the official 4 PM settlement price instead of volatile intraday levels, improving execution efficiency. Coinbase also introduced a market maker program to strengthen XRP liquidity. The move matters because it places XRP alongside Bitcoin, Ethereum, gold, and crude oil futures in institutional trading standards.

The post Donald Trump Net Worth Hits $6.5B as Crypto Leads Growth appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News

Forbes data shows President Donald Trump’s net worth has climbed sharply since returning to the White House, rising from about $2.3 billion in 2024 to around $6.5 billion in 2026. Analysts say crypto became the biggest driver of that growth, contributing roughly $3 billion between August 2025 and January 2026, overtaking real estate as his main wealth source. Much of this came from crypto ventures, including token sales and digital asset holdings linked to his family-backed projects.