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Bitcoin’s April Momentum
Bitcoin’s April momentum is strong, with short-term holders acquiring 15,000 BTC in four days, raising their total to 3.7 million BTC (around $307 billion). This shift suggests they see value, especially with BTC still 25% below its peak. Long-term holders, showing greater conviction, added over 400,000 BTC since February, now holding 13.5 million.
Bitcoin’s stability despite a 3.5% Nasdaq drop hints at its emergence as a standalone, trusted asset. While some short-term holders sold off earlier due to panic and tariffs, current trends reflect growing confidence and resilience in the market.
Security measures in cryptocurrency: How safe are your assets?
Cryptocurrency has revolutionized finance through decentralization and transparency but comes with risks like exchange hacks, phishing, malware, and smart contract flaws. Since transactions are irreversible and lack central oversight, protecting assets is crucial.
Key safety practices include using hardware wallets, enabling 2FA, keeping private keys offline, avoiding phishing, using secure internet, and diversifying storage. Regular software updates and caution with DeFi platforms add extra layers of protection. With proper habits and recovery plans, users can navigate the crypto space more securely and minimize potential losses.
Coinbase Institutional Files with CFTC to Launch XRP Futures Trading
Coinbase Institutional has filed with the CFTC to launch XRP futures trading on April 21, 2025, marking a major step in expanding regulated crypto derivatives in the U.S. Following Ripple’s legal clarity in 2023 and Bitnomial’s March 2025 XRP futures launch, this move targets institutional investors with 10,000 XRP contracts and built-in volatility safeguards.
With XRP’s market cap now over $148 billion and ranked third among cryptocurrencies, Coinbase’s filing reflects renewed confidence and growing institutional demand. Despite past bearish signals, this step reinforces XRP’s evolving role in the financial ecosystem and Coinbase’s commitment to bridging TradFi and crypto.
What was your first card or most memorable early battle?
Lucky Ali reflects on his journey in Splinterlands, starting shortly after the game's launch and using a reinvestment strategy to grow his collection of cards and SPS tokens. Although the game's value has declined, he remains hopeful about its future due to ongoing developments.
He shares how his strategy evolved from Life Splinter cards to Water Splinter cards, which significantly improved his success in battles. Ali highlights key card combinations that worked well for him and encourages others to join Splinterlands through his referral link, fostering community engagement and support for new players.
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