The MiCA transition period ends July 1, 2026. Exchanges without a license face fines up to €5M. 41% of EU crypto app downloads went to unlicensed platforms. Users must verify and withdraw funds within 30 days.

This article explains what Ethereum smart contracts are, how they automate execution with if/when...then logic, how to write them in Solidity, and the security and regulatory risks highlighted by the DAO hack.

Interpol said a cross-border operation spanning 97 countries and territories seized $293 million in illicit assets, detained 5,811 suspects, and blocked 31,014 accounts, with one Thai case tied to $122.5 million in crypto flows.

Bitcoin dropped 7.9% to $70,342 and Ether fell 7.6% to $2,087 as risk-off sentiment spread across markets, with analysts pointing to liquidations, tech stock weakness, and continued ETF outflows.

Gemini launched a Grok-powered Command Center for prediction markets, using positions, watchlists, and past activity to tailor market feeds. The segment generated $400,000 in Q1 revenue, while Gemini’s quarterly revenue climbed 42% to $50.3 million.

Bitmine bought 65,000 ETH last week, total holdings exceed 4.6 million ETH (3.86% of circulating supply). Chairman Tom Lee claims the 'mini crypto winter' is ending, citing ETH outperformance during Iran conflict. However, the company faces billions in unrealized losses and the 5% target is a moving goalpost due to Ethereum's variable supply.

Coinglass data shows $2.056B in BTC longs at risk below $70,346 and $1.514B in shorts above $77,312. In the last 24 hours, crypto liquidations hit $402M. BTC trades at $73,778, with clustered leverage signaling a sharp directional move is possible.

David Schwartz said he remains optimistic on crypto and XRP, but avoids strong public comments because his Ripple ties could trigger accusations of market manipulation.