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Central banks are now holding more gold reserves than valuation-adjusted US dollar reserves for the first time, with a $140 billion gap favoring gold. This shift reflects growing geopolitical concerns and the unreliability of dollar reserves, as central banks increasingly prefer gold amidst uncertainty.

Digital asset firm Tok-Edge has emerged from stealth with a confirmed valuation of $15 million. Following a $1.5 million seed round led by veteran investor Marcus Meijer, the firm is now aiming for a $100 million first close for its flagship fund later in 2026. Key Takeaways: Tok-Edge secured a $

Bitcoin treasury firm Nakamoto is seeking shareholder approval for a reverse stock split to meet Nasdaq listing requirements. The move follows a steep share price decline and mounting pressure on its business model. Key Takeaways Nakamoto stock currently trades at $0.21, as the company seeks a r

_Chainlink brings S&P Global stablecoin ratings onchain via DataLink; reports surface of possible LINK user rewards, unconfirmed._ Chainlink has expanded its data services by bringing S&P Global Ratings’ Stablecoin Stability Assessments onchain. The move connects traditional financial data with b

Pi Network has taken another step to improve its system for developers. The project has launched a new RPC server upgrade on its Testnet, making it easier to build and test apps on the network. This update allows node operators to run their own RPC servers In simple words, developers no longer

Canary Capital has filed for a spot PEPE ETF with the SEC, aiming to directly hold PEPE tokens while possibly keeping 5% in Ether for fees. This move reflects growing interest in meme coins, despite PEPE's significant decline in value.

_Securitize integrates with TRON to issue tokenized securities, expanding access to real-world assets on a high-volume blockchain network._ Securitize has announced a new integration with the TRON blockchain through a sponsored release. The move connects regulated digital securities

Lawmakers are intensifying scrutiny of a Trump-linked memecoin event as concerns grow over potential financial conflicts, market volatility, and the influence of token-based access models tied to political activities. Key Takeaways: Senators Warren, Schiff, and Blumenthal probe TRUMP token event

U.S. spot Bitcoin and Ether ETFs saw significant inflows, totaling $443.3 million on April 9, indicating renewed institutional interest in crypto funds. Bitcoin ETFs led with $358.1 million, driven by BlackRock's iShares, while Ether ETFs gained $85.2 million, primarily from BlackRock’s ETHA. This surge reflects a shift in investor sentiment and confidence in the crypto market.

Grayscale crypto ETF options are advancing through regulatory review, as the SEC evaluation of NYSE American’s proposal reflects a structured approach to expanding institutional access to digital asset derivatives. Key Takeaways: SEC review targets NYSE American proposal tied to Grayscale ETF