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_Zcash releases critical updates fixing bugs that could crash nodes or split the network, while confirming user funds and privacy remain safe._
Zcash has released urgent security updates to fix several software

_Russia proposes a strict crypto law with fines and jail terms to control unlicensed services and reduce financial crime risks._
Russia has taken a strong step toward regulating crypto services with a new bill. On Friday, the government sent the draft law to the State Duma. Consequently, unlicensed

_XRP launches on Solana as wXRP, rises 5% to $1.50, unlocking DeFi access with over $100M liquidity and strong market demand._
XRP has officially launched on the Solana network as wrapped XRP, known as wXRP. As a result, the token price increased by 5.15% and reached $1.50. Additionally, this

_Crypto Council for Innovation adds Digital Energy Council to boost energy policy efforts as demand rises from mining, AI, and data centers._
The Crypto Council for Innovation has added the Digital Energy Council to its growing network. It is the first member that is entirely digital energy policy-

_A Brazil-based security researcher exposes a counterfeit Ledger Nano S+ operation using malicious firmware and fake apps to drain wallets across 20 blockchains._
A Brazil-based security researcher has exposed one of the most sophisticated counterfeit Ledger Nano S+ operations ever documented.

_ Transia-RnD proposes an XRPL sidechain for options and up to 200x leverage, drawing direct comparisons to Hyperliquid’s $9B chain. Here’s what’s in the pitch._
Transia-RnD has dropped a formal pitch for an XRPL options sidechain. Purpose-built. Not retrofitted. Denis Angell, the developer

_France’s finance minister urges European banks to adopt euro stablecoins and tokenised deposits as U.S. digital payment dominance grows._
Europe is making a bold move in the digital currency space. 
French Finance Minister Roland Lescure raised concerns about the euro’s limited presence in the st

_Mint Blockchain shut down April 17. Withdraw ETH, WBTC, USDC, and USDT to Ethereum mainnet before the October 20, 2026 deadline._
Mint Blockchain has officially shut its doors. The NFT-focused Ethereum Layer 2 network ceased operations on April 17, 2026. 
The MintCore Team confirmed the news

Yuga Labs has appointed Michael Figge as CEO, replacing Greg Solano, who now becomes Chairman. This leadership change focuses on growing Otherside, a multiplayer metaverse prioritizing user adoption and digital ownership amid a competitive NFT landscape.

_Bank enables 1:1 USD to USDC conversion with instant settlement across regulated accounts_
_Solana integration delivers 24/7 processing with zero fees during the launch period_
_Expansion plans include

Trump raised the temperature again with a fresh Iran deadline and warnings of overwhelming force. The rhetoric was extreme, and markets treated it as immediate macro risk.
To be precise, widely cited reports quote Trump saying Iran could be destroyed “in one night” if no deal is reached, not

_Rhea Finance lost $7.6M in a margin trading exploit. Attackers used fake token pools to manipulate oracles. Here’s what happened._
Rhea Finance suffered a major security breach this week. Attackers drained at least $7.6 million from the protocol. 
The incident targeted the platform’s margin tradi

_Pi Network reports over 18 million verified users as Mainnet migrations resume and new blockchain accounts are activated._
Pi Network says over 18 million identity-verified users now stand at the center of its growth story.
The project argues that verified users offer a better measure than accou

_VerifiedX launches Prism, a privacy layer enabling shielded Bitcoin transfers via vBTC and VFX. Here’s what it means for crypto users._
Bitcoin has always been transparent by design. Every transaction is visible on the public ledger. That openness has been both its strength and its

_Raoul Pal says banks favor Ethereum for uptime, resilience, and scale as Wall Street explores blockchain infrastructure and tokenization._
Large financial institutions are increasing their focus on blockchain infrastructure as digital assets gain traction.
Industry participants are now

_Zonda faces crisis as 4500 BTC wallet becomes inaccessible, withdrawals slow, and missing founder raises concerns over private keys and funds._
Crypto exchange Zonda is facing serious concerns after a major wallet issue. There is a cold wallet containing approximately 4,500 Bitcoin that cannot be

_UK FCA consults on new crypto rules covering stablecoins, trading, and custody, aiming to launch a full regulatory framework by October 2027._
The United Kingdom’s Financial Conduct Authority has taken a major step toward crypto regulation. On Wednesday, the FCA declared a public consultation on f

_XRPL Commons and Boundless bring native ZK proof verification to XRP Ledger at Paris Blockchain Week, opening private, compliant DeFi access for institutions._
At Paris Blockchain Week on April 14, XRPL Commons and Boundless dropped what could be the most consequential privacy upgrade the XRP Ledg

_Grayscale says 45% of Gen Z and Millennial investors own crypto, while $110 trillion is set to pass from older generations._
Crypto ownership is far more common among younger investors than older ones, according to Grayscale.
At the same time, older Americans still hold most household wealth.