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Gemini Exchange Bags Major CFTC License For Derivatives Trading

Cryptocurrency exchange Gemini has taken another major step in the US regulatory. The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) authorized Gemini to operate as a Derivatives Clearing Organization (DCO). The exchange now wants to expand its footprint in the area of derivatives and prediction markets.　　Gemini Exchange Gets Key CFTC License　　The approval allows Gemini exchange to clear trades associated with derivatives products, such as prediction markets, in-house rather than through clearinghouses. This allows it to manage the settlement and risk of the trades and products it offers, rather than relying on a clearing house.　　It also allows the exchange to expand its offerings to derivatives futures trading products. Co-founder Cameron Winklevoss wrote, “We are excited to announce that Gemini has received a Derivatives Clearing Organization (DCO) license from the CFTC. This license allows us to act as a clearinghouse for regulated derivatives trading, including prediction markets.”　　The licence comes on top of previous advances in Geminis regulatory journey. The crypto exchange has previously received approval to operate a Designated Contract Market. This enabling it to launch its prediction platform. With the DCO approval, Gemini exchange can now clear trades made on that platform through its own platform.　　Winklevoss added, “Gemini now has a full-stack, end-to-end

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Franklin Templeton issues Bitcoin price prediction for 2026

As the Bitcoin (BTC) price continues to signal near-term selling pressure, a $1.68 trillion asset manager, Franklin Templeton, has issued a bold bullish prediction for 2026.　　Christopher Jensen, the director of Digital Asset Research at Franklin Templeton Digital Assets (FTDA), stated that the firms base case is for BTC price to return above $100,000 in 2026. During the interview with on Thursday, April 30, Jensen explained that there is a path for the flagship coin to reclaim its 200-day Moving Average (MA) before rallying back above $100,000.　　He added that Franklin Templeton is not among those predicting $1 million per BTC in 12 months. As such, Jensen highlighted that BTC price path above $100,000 could be characterized by high volatility and choppy consolidations.　　“Everything is kind of probability weighted. But if we are talking about our base case, you know, I think we think were back above the $100,000 mark, which is kinda the key threshold,” Jensen stated.　　Meanwhile, the asset managers representative said that Bitcoin and the broader crypto market remain trapped in a macro bear market. Moreover, BTC price has been forming lower lows and lower highs since it hit its all-time high (ATH) at around $126,198 seven months ago.　　Why is Franklin

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Wasabi Protocol Hack: 5M$ Cross-Chain Attack

DeFi derivatives platform Wasabi Protocol suffered a cross-chain attack, with hackers stealing assets worth more than 5 million dollars. PeckShield confirmed that the incident spread across Ethereum, Base, Berachain, and BLAST detailed analysis networks. According to Blockaid and CertiK, the attacker infiltrated Wasabi‘s deployer wallet with a compromised admin key, upgraded core systems, and drained the funds. As a result, liquidity pools from LongPool, ShortPool, and Vault contracts were targeted. The attacker’s Tornado Cash-linked accounts gained access to admin roles.　　Stolen Assets and Hackers Traces　　Security firms PeckShield, Blockaid, CertiK, BlockSec, and Cyvers reported the attacks traces in detail. Cyvers noted that the hacker withdrew assets like WETH, PEPE, MOG, USDC, ZYN, REKT, cbBTC, AERO, and VIRTUAL, converted them to ETH, bridged to Ethereum, and distributed them to various addresses. Blockaid emphasized that all Wasabi/Spicy LP-share tokens are at risk; underlying assets have been drained or still pose a danger.WETH and USDC: Main liquidity sourcesPEPE, MOG: Meme coin poolsOthers: ZYN, REKT, cbBTC　　Affected Protocols and User Warnings　　Virtuals Protocol announced that its own security remains intact while freezing Wasabi-backed margin deposits as a precaution. The Wasabi team announced on X that they have initiated an investigation and advised users to avoid interacting with contracts.

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3rd Edition Reaches 75% Sold Out, Signaling Strong Demand Across LATAM

BOGOTÁ, COLOMBIA – Momentum is building rapidly for Money Expo Colombia 2026, as the event‘s 3rd edition is already 75% sold out ahead of its scheduled dates on 24–25 June 2026 at Agora Bogotá, Centro de Convenciones—highlighting a surge in demand from global brokers, fintech firms, and trading brands looking to secure their position in Latin America’s evolving financial market.　　Following two successful editions, the event returns larger and more competitive, with early sponsors moving quickly to lock in premium placements. The region‘s most active participants—brokers, IB networks, fintech providers, and Online trading communities—won’t just attend. They will choose who they trust, partner with, and scale alongside for the next phase of growth.　　As availability continues to shrink, the dynamic of the event is evolving. With 75% of the exhibition floor already secured, remaining sponsors are competing not just for participation, but for strategic positioning within the venue—a factor that directly influences visibility, engagement, and deal flow during the event.　　Money Expo Colombia is designed to deliver measurable ROI for sponsors, offering:Direct access to traders, IBs, and affiliates ready to partnerOn-ground deal-making opportunities with brokers and liquidity providersBrand positioning as a market leader in LATAMLive engagement that accelerates conversion cycles　　This is not just

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MARA Expands Power Capacity With $1.5B Long Ridge Deal

MARA agreed to buy Long Ridge Energy & Power in a deal valued at about $1.5 billion.MARA will assume at least $785 million of debt backed by a bridge loan.The deal includes a 505-megawatt gas plant in Hannibal, Ohio.MARA said the site could support more than 1 gigawatt of power capacity over time.The company plans to start its first AI and critical IT buildout in 2027.　　MARA Holdings agreed to acquire Long Ridge Energy & Power in a deal valued at nearly $1.5 billion. The company will also assume at least $785 million in debt supported by a bridge loan. The transaction outlines a clear expansion plan tied to AI and critical IT infrastructure.　　MARA Expands Power Capacity with Long Ridge Acquisition　　MARA confirmed the purchase includes a 505-megawatt combined-cycle gas plant located in Hannibal, Ohio. The site also includes more than 1,600 acres with water access and existing fiber connections.　　The company stated that the location offers fuel supply and grid access within the PJM network. It also confirmed that the site could support over one gigawatt of total power capacity over time.　　MARA said the acquisition will increase its owned and operated power capacity by about 65%. It also expands its development pipeline

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Stratosphere Acquires Movimentum to Become the Leading Web3 Growth Marketing Agency

Stratosphere today announced its acquisition of Movimentum in a cash and equity transaction, bringing together two established teams with deep experience across Web3 growth, marketing and go-to-market execution. The move brings complementary expertise together under one brand, expanding Stratospheres execution and distribution capabilities.　　More than a simple expansion, the acquisition aligns talent, execution and market insight, positioning Stratosphere to support founders and brands seeking sharper positioning, wider distribution and more effective growth.　　Across both teams, the combined clientele includes many of the most recognized names in the space, including Polymarket, Jupiter, Bonk, Bored Ape Yacht Club (BAYC), Avalanche, DeLorean, Magic Eden, Meteora, Mocaverse, OpenSea, Pudgy Penguins, Polkadot and Polygon.　　Beyond its Web3 portfolio, Stratosphere has delivered campaigns for globally recognized brands and leading media organizations, including Lamborghini, Oracle Red Bull Racing, Forbes and NBCUniversal. The firm is also working alongside emerging AI companies such as Targon and Venice, reflecting its growing focus on AI, data and digital infrastructure.　　“This is about bringing strong people, proven execution and real market experience together under one direction,” said former CEO of Movimentum and new COO of Stratosphere, Tony Sco. “Both teams have built meaningful credibility in the space and this move gives us a stronger foundation to

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3rd Edition Reaches 75% Sold Out, Signaling Strong Demand Across LATAM

BOGOTÁ, COLOMBIA – Momentum is building rapidly for Money Expo Colombia 2026, as the event‘s 3rd edition is already 75% sold out ahead of its scheduled dates on 24–25 June 2026 at Agora Bogotá, Centro de Convenciones—highlighting a surge in demand from global brokers, fintech firms, and trading brands looking to secure their position in Latin America’s evolving financial market.　　Following two successful editions, the event returns larger and more competitive, with early sponsors moving quickly to lock in premium placements. The region‘s most active participants—brokers, IB networks, fintech providers, and Online trading communities—won’t just attend. They will choose who they trust, partner with, and scale alongside for the next phase of growth.　　As availability continues to shrink, the dynamic of the event is evolving. With 75% of the exhibition floor already secured, remaining sponsors are competing not just for participation, but for strategic positioning within the venue—a factor that directly influences visibility, engagement, and deal flow during the event.　　Money Expo Colombia is designed to deliver measurable ROI for sponsors, offering:Direct access to traders, IBs, and affiliates ready to partnerOn-ground deal-making opportunities with brokers and liquidity providersBrand positioning as a market leader in LATAMLive engagement that accelerates conversion cycles　　This is not just

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Polymarket taps Chainalysis to bring Wall Street-level oversight to crypto prediction markets

Crypto-based prediction market Polymarket has tapped blockchain analytics firm Chainalysis to monitor trading activity and enforce its market rules, as it works to address concerns about insider trading and market integrity.　　Chainalysis brings a suite of tools, including investigative software and onchain monitoring systems, to flag suspicious behavior, based on a model designed to identify patterns consistent with traders acting on non-public information, the firms announced on Thursday.　　The move comes amid growing scrutiny of prediction markets. Critics have argued that platforms like Polymarket could be vulnerable to insiders — such as political operatives or corporate employees — placing informed bets before information becomes public. In traditional finance, such activity is illegal and closely monitored. In crypto-based markets, enforcement has been less clear.　　Polymarket‘s response is to lean into the transparency of blockchain. Because every trade is recorded onchain, activity can be traced and analyzed after the fact. By layering Chainalysis’ data tools on top, the company aims to detect suspicious trades in real time and, if needed, share evidence with regulators.　　In simple terms, Polymarket is bringing in a kind of digital police force. The goal is to show that even in a decentralized environment, rules can be enforced. The broader aim is

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Bitcoin Rejection Sparks Caution: Is The Rally Losing Steam?

Bitcoins recent rejection near key resistance has raised fresh concerns about the strength of its ongoing rally. After a steady climb, signs of selling pressure are beginning to emerge, hinting that bullish momentum may be weakening. With price now hovering around critical support zones, the next move could determine whether the uptrend regains traction or starts to lose steam.　　2–618 Pattern Triggers: BTC Rejected At $78,000　　In a market update, analyst Kamile Uray revealed that the long-anticipated 2-618 pattern for Bitcoin has officially activated. After the price approached the $78,037 mark, significant selling pressure stalled the upward momentum. This reaction at the local peak confirms that the market is currently responding to technical overhead, initiating a corrective phase.　　The immediate outlook suggests the current decline could extend down to the $73,762 level, which serves as a critical decision point for the asset. If Bitcoin manages to hold this floor, the possibility of a renewed bullish push remains on the table.　　Should the price slip below the $73,762 bottom, the next major target is $70,165, which aligns with the 0.618 Fibonacci support of the most recent upward wave. A successful defense of this area would likely spark another upward move. Conversely, if bulls want to

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Bitcoin at 80K Resistance: Inflation and Oil Pressure

Energy costs are triggering US inflation. 　　Bitcoin is currently trading at 76.478 dollars (-0.41% 24h change, RSI 55.52 neutral). Facing profit-taking pressure around 80,000 dollars; US inflation data with oil surging to 110 dollars is pressuring risky assets. Since midnight UTC, up slightly from 76.060 with gains under 0.5%. Bitwise researcher Luke Deans notes that short-term holders‘ cost basis is here, predicting selling pressure on an upside breakout. Today’s US March PCE report, combined with declining Strait of Hormuz traffic, is making energy markets fragile. Trend sideways, Supertrend bearish; EMA 20: 75.534 dollars.　　Critical Support and Resistance Levels for BTCSupport S1: 75.575$ (⭐ Strong, 0.95% distance, Fibo 0.500/EMA20)Support S2: 71.951$ (⭐ Strong, 5.70% distance, BB Lower/Fibo 0.382)Resistance R1: 79.423$ (⭐ Strong, 4.09% distance, Fibo 0.618/Swing High)Resistance R2: 77.222$ (⭐ Medium, 1.21% distance, Ichimoku Tenkan)　　Fed kept rates steady at Wednesdays meeting (4 dissenting votes); open interest in derivatives fell to 119 billion dollars, liquidations hit longs. BTC futures OI down 2%, Ether 1.7%. BVIV down to 41, puts expensive on Deribit – market makers may sell into the rally. Altcoins 97% correlated to BTC, moving like BTC detailed analysis.　　Why Did BTC Get Stuck at the 80,000 Dollar Resistance？　　Pump.fun memecoin platform supports charities

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