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Hong Kong's newly launched spot Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs hit the market with an impressive debut, recording $11 million in volume, underscoring the region's growing role as a cryptocurrency hub.

The crypto community is closely watching the sentencing of Binance founder Changpeng Zhao (CZ), who faces a significant prison term, highlighting the legal challenges and regulatory scrutiny facing crypto industry leaders. This legal situation comes as North Korea's Lazarus Group is reported to have laundered over $200 million in crypto, demonstrating sophisticated methods in cybercrime linked to state actors.

On a more positive note, a solo Bitcoin miner successfully claimed a block reward of $218,000, a rare and newsworthy event given the usual dominance of large mining pools.

However, Ethereum has experienced a dip to a weekly low amid ongoing uncertainty regarding its regulatory status with the SEC, reflecting the sensitive nature of crypto markets to regulatory news and sentiments. These developments paint a complex picture of the cryptocurrency landscape, filled with innovation, regulatory challenges, and significant market movements.
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News Links 👇
https://decrypt.co/228709/hong-kong-spot-bitcoin-and-ethereum-etfs-see-11-million-volume-in-debut
https://www.cnbc.com/2024/04/30/binance-founder-cz-heads-to-sentencing-hearing-facing-years-in-prison.html
https://unchainedcrypto.com/binance-founder-changpeng-zhaos-sentencing-on-tuesday-what-to-expect/
https://decrypt.co/228606/north-koreas-lazarus-group-laundered-200m-in-crypto-says-blockchain-sleuth-heres-how
https://decrypt.co/228584/solo-bitcoin-miner-wins-block-reward-218000
https://decrypt.co/228713/ethereum-dips-to-weekly-low-amid-sec-uncertainty
https://twitter.com/zachxbt/status/1784935501935390930
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This week in cryptocurrency and technology, there have been significant developments concerning regulatory preparations, product launches, and controversial statements.

The European Union is gearing up to enforce the Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation, with member states actively preparing for the comprehensive oversight and standardization of digital assets. In the Southern Hemisphere, the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) has welcomed a new Bitcoin ETF, broadening the investment landscape for cryptocurrency in the region. Looking ahead, the crypto community is bracing for May as major token unlocks are expected across platforms like Avalanche, Aptos, and Arbitrum, which could significantly influence market dynamics. In a contentious claim, U.S.

Senator Elizabeth Warren has stated that cryptocurrencies are increasingly the payment method of choice for illegal activities such as child abuse material, sparking debate about the role of digital currencies in illicit transactions. On the innovation front, the launch of Friend Tech v2 and its associated airdrop of Friend tokens has generated considerable excitement, pointing to the ongoing enthusiasm in the crypto community for new tech and potential gains.

Additionally, the emergence of an AI 'priest' offering digital spiritual guidance further illustrates the intersection of technology and traditional domains like religion. These developments showcase a week full of regulatory strides, market anticipation, and technological intersections, reflecting the fast-paced evolution of the cryptocurrency sector.
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https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2024/04/29/heres-how-eu-nations-are-preparing-to-enforce-mica/
https://www.theblock.co/post/291329/asx-bitcoin-etf
https://www.theblock.co/post/291313/may-preview-1-25-billion-pyth-unlock-leads-major-token-unlocks-from-avalanche-aptos-arbitrum-and-more
https://decrypt.co/228317/elizabeth-warren-claims-crypto-is-the-payment-of-choice-for-child-abuse-material
https://decrypt.co/228360/ai-priest-catholic-answers-father-justin
https://twitter.com/crow_with_knife
 https://youtu.be/TeR_GUJ0Bpo?si=qz96HLtawOEbbjYh
 
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This week in the cryptocurrency sector has been characterized by ambitious expansion plans, strategic acquisitions, and intensifying regulatory interactions. Marathon Digital, a prominent Bitcoin miner, has announced plans to double its hash rate in 2024, signaling continued growth and optimism in the mining industry despite regulatory and market challenges. 
In investment moves, Pantera Capital has acquired additional Solana tokens at a discount during the FTX bankruptcy auction, highlighting strategic investment opportunities emerging from the crypto market's volatility. On the financial services front, Stripe is expanding its operations to include stablecoin payments using USDC on Ethereum and Solana platforms, integrating more cryptocurrency options into mainstream payment systems. 
However, the industry faces regulatory hurdles, as illustrated by ConsenSys's lawsuit against the SEC, challenging the attempts to regulate Ethereum as a security, a case that could have significant implications for the broader blockchain ecosystem. 
Moreover, the FBI has issued warnings to Americans regarding the risks associated with using unregistered crypto money-transmitting services, reflecting growing concerns about the security and legality of informal crypto transactions. These developments underscore the dynamic interplay between expansion and regulation in the crypto industry, as companies navigate through opportunities and obstacles in an evolving market landscape.
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https://www.theblock.co/post/291129/bitcoin-miner-marathon-digital-targets-its-hash-rate-to-double-in-2024
https://www.theblock.co/post/291098/pantera-acquires-additional-discounted-solana-tokens-in-ftx-bankruptcy-auction-report
https://decrypt.co/228152/stripe-stablecoin-payments-usdc-ethereum-solana
https://decrypt.co/228134/consensys-sues-sec-attempts-regulate-ethereum-security
https://www.theblock.co/post/291009/fbi-warns-americans-against-using-unregistered-crypto-money-transmitting-services
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This week in the cryptocurrency sector has been marked by anticipated legislative developments, significant personal statements from industry leaders, and notable investment trends. A stablecoin regulation bill is nearing readiness for presentation in the U.S. House, as stated by Democrat 
Maxine Waters, signaling a move towards more structured oversight in the digital currency space. In a poignant moment for the crypto community, former Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao has issued a formal apology alongside his sentencing, bolstered by 161 letters of support, underscoring the complex interplay of leadership and accountability in the crypto industry. 
On the economic front, a new report reveals that Bitcoin's inflation rate is now lower than that of gold, positioning Bitcoin as a potentially more stable store of value in the eyes of investors. In a unique intersection of finance and memorabilia, a notepad with "Buy Bitcoin" noted behind Janet Yellen has been auctioned for a staggering $1 million, highlighting the cultural impact and speculative interest surrounding Bitcoin. 
Meanwhile, the investment landscape sees a shift as Bitcoin ETFs experience $120 million in outflows, with BlackRock's iBit ETF ending its 71-day inflow streak, reflecting fluctuating investor confidence and market dynamics. These events collectively paint a vibrant picture of the ongoing evolution within the cryptocurrency market, characterized by regulatory steps, personal developments, and shifting economic indicators.
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https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2024/04/25/stablecoin-bill-could-be-ready-for-the-us-house-soon-says-top-democrat-maxine-waters-bloomberg/
https://www.theblock.co/post/290650/former-binance-ceo-changpeng-zhao-apologizes-sentencing-161-letters-of-support
https://decrypt.co/227940/bitcoins-inflation-rate-is-now-lower-than-gold-report
https://decrypt.co/228037/buy-bitcoin-notepad-held-behind-janet-yellen-sells-for-1m
https://decrypt.co/228027/bitcoin-etfs-see-120-million-outflows-blackrocks-ibit-ends-71-day-inflow-streak
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In today’s episode, we check different sides of DeFi from Bitcoin to Terra. Since its launch on April 20, the Runes protocol has deployed over eight thousand tokens on the Bitcoin blockchain, featuring long, capitalized names to deter infringement. Lido, an Ethereum liquid staking service, has seen a significant decline with investors withdrawing $2.5 billion worth of Ether, reflecting broader shifts in the staking landscape. Meanwhile, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission seeks $5.3 billion in fines from Terraform Labs and co-founder Do Kwon for their role in the collapse of the Terra ecosystem, underscoring concerns about accountability in the cryptocurrency space.
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https://decrypt.co/227748/bitcoin-rune-name-rules-long-weird 
https://www.dlnews.com/articles/defi/why-investors-withdrew-2bn-in-ether-from-staking-giant-lido/ 
https://dune.com/hildobby/eth2-staking 
https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2024/04/23/do-kwon-terraform-labs-should-get-53b-fine-sec-tells-court/ 
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This week's developments in the cryptocurrency and tech sectors show an intricate mix of strategic expansions, bold political propositions, and the ongoing struggle against cyber threats. Centralized exchanges are actively listing new tokens like Bitcoin Runes, indicating a broadening market for niche cryptocurrencies. In a surprising political pledge, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has committed to putting the U.S. budget on blockchain if elected, proposing a technologically innovative yet controversial method for enhancing transparency and efficiency in government spending.

Venezuela's government, facing international sanctions, is reportedly considering the use of Tether to facilitate transactions, showcasing how nations might use cryptocurrencies to bypass geopolitical barriers. Meanwhile,

Change Healthcare has admitted to paying ransomware hackers, a reminder of the persistent cybersecurity threats facing businesses. In the investment sphere, BlackRock's spot Bitcoin ETF has achieved significant growth, joining an exclusive club with 70 straight days of expansion, while Grayscale introduces a mini Bitcoin Trust, boasting the lowest fees among similar ETFs. Additionally, the FTX-Solana SOL auction highlights ongoing activities within the restructuring processes of major crypto platforms, reflecting the dynamic and sometimes turbulent nature of the crypto industry.
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https://decrypt.co/227613/centralized-exchanges-listing-bitcoin-runes-which-ones-next
https://decrypt.co/227594/robert-f-kennedy-jr-vows-to-put-the-us-budget-on-blockchain
https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2024/04/23/venezuela-looks-to-tether-to-bypass-sanctions-reuters/
https://www.wired.com/story/change-healthcare-admits-it-paid-ransomware-hackers/
https://www.theblock.co/post/290265/blackrocks-spot-bitcoin-etf-joins-exclusive-club-after-70-straight-days-of-growth
https://decrypt.co/227562/grayscale-mini-bitcoin-trust-lowest-etf-fees
https://decrypt.co/227483/ftx-solana-sol-auction
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