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BitcoinWorldSpark Protocol Revenue Drops 31% to $31.5M in Q1, Surprises with $986K SPK Buyback Spark, a leading DeFi lending protocol, has released its financial report for the first quarter of 2026. 

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Authorities in Chongqing are investigating two senior officials over alleged bribery and money laundering involving USDT, including a reported 30.8 million USDT transfer to the city's mayor. Investiga

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A major shift in institutional crypto adoption is unfolding as one of Canada’s largest public funds moves deeper into Bitcoin-linked assets. The Alberta Investment Management Corporation (AIMCo), whic

A major shift in institutional crypto adoption is unfolding as one of Canada’s largest public funds moves deeper into Bitcoin-linked assets.
The Alberta Investment Management Corporation (AIMCo), which manages roughly $195 billion in provincial assets, has allocated about $219 million into MicroStrategy (MSTR), acquiring approximately 1.38 million shares.
📊 Indirect Bitcoin Exposure Through Equity Markets
Rather than purchasing Bitcoin directly, AIMCo is gaining exposure through MicroStrategy, a company widely known for its aggressive Bitcoin accumulation strategy and holdings of roughly 500,000 BTC.
This makes MSTR one of the largest corporate Bitcoin treasuries in the world—and effectively a proxy for institutional BTC exposure.
🧠 Why Institutions Use MicroStrategy Instead of Spot Bitcoin
AIMCo’s move reflects a broader institutional approach:
Avoids direct custody and regulatory complexity of holding Bitcoin
Gains exposure through a regulated equity instrument
Leverages MicroStrategy’s balance sheet strategy, which often amplifies Bitcoin upside during bull markets
MicroStrategy is increasingly viewed as a “leveraged Bitcoin proxy” within traditional finance portfolios.
📈 Timing: Bitcoin at Historic Highs
The investment comes as Bitcoin trades above $100,000, reinforcing a broader trend where institutional investors are:
Reclassifying Bitcoin as a macro asset
Treating it as a hedge against volatility in traditional markets
Seeking structured exposure through equity markets rather than crypto-native platforms
🌍 Part of a Larger Institutional Shift
AIMCo joins a growing list of large institutional players—including Canadian pension and financial funds—that have integrated MicroStrategy into their portfolios.
This reflects a broader market evolution:


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BTC Drops for Days—Rally Over?HTX Community April Creation ContestSplit 1,000 USDT: Share Your Thoughts on AB Hong Kong’s financial regulator has warned about fake tokens claiming to be associated wit

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Hong Kong’s financial regulator has warned about fake tokens claiming to be associated with licensed stablecoin issuers HSBC and Anchorpoint.

Both Anchorpoint & HSBC Confirm No Official Stablecoin Launch Yet
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) has posted a notification on its website warning the public regarding certain stablecoins floating around that claim to be issued by licensed issuers.

Since the passage of the stablecoin bill last year, only entities that have received a license from the HKMA can launch stablecoins in Hong Kong. So far, only two firms have been approved by the regulator: The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited and Anchorpoint Financial Limited.

According to the HKMA, tokens pretending to be issued by these companies have started circulating. “Tokens with tickers “HKDAP” or “HSBC” have been launched, but they are not issued by or otherwise associated with licensed stablecoin issuers,” noted the financial regulator.

HSBC confirmed in a press release that the bank, which received a license earlier this month, hasn’t launched any stablecoin in the Chinese city yet. The firm noted that it plans to release its Hong Kong-dollar denominated stablecoin in the second half of the year. “At launch, the HSBC issued stablecoin will only be offered through PayMe and the HSBC HK Mobile App,” added HSBC.

Anchorpoint, which is a joint venture between Standard Chartered, Hong Kong Telecom, and Animoca Brands, has released a similar press release, stating that it hasn’t launched any product with the “HKDAP” branding so far. Anchorpoint didn’t confirm a release timeframe in this announcement, but an earlier statement said that the JV plans a phased launch from the second quarter of the year.

The HKMA noted:

Members of the public should stay vigilant against fraudulent activities or scams that are purported to be associated with the licensees or their stablecoin issuance.

Before HSBC and Anchorpoint were given licenses, the HKMA had reveal

Hong Kong’s financial regulator has warned about f

Dogecoin surges 10% after 72-day range breakout: ETF inflows turn positive The memecoin season is gradually returning, following hints from last week's performance of this sector. In that context, the

Dogecoin surges 10% after 72-day range breakout: ETF inflows turn positive

The memecoin season is gradually returning, following hints from last week's performance of this sector.

In that context, the leading memecoin by market cap, Dogecoin [DOGE], broke out after more than two months of consolidation. As a result, DOGE surged by over 10%.

However, a whale who went long on Dogecoin earlier on faced a massive loss that has greatly been reduced

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BTC Drops for Days—Rally Over?HTX Community April Creation ContestDaily 5K USDT Airdrop - Join & Win!Asian stock markets declined on Thursday as investors reacted to a sharp rise in oil prices, mixed 

Asian stock markets declined on Thursday as investors reacted to a sharp rise in oil prices, mixed corporate earnings, and a cautious outlook from the U.S. Federal Reserve. The combination of geopolitical tensions, energy market volatility, and uncertainty over monetary policy weighed heavily on investor sentiment across the region.Japan’s Nikkei 225 dropped 1.4%, while the broader TOPIX index fell 1.5%, reflecting concerns over rising energy costs and weaker manufacturing data. In China, the Shanghai Composite remained relatively stable, while Hong Kong’s Hang Seng index declined by 1.5%. Meanwhile, South Korea’s KOSPI slipped 0.2% after earlier hitting a record high, supported by strong earnings from Samsung Electronics.Oil prices played a major role in market movements, with Brent crude climbing above $120 per barrel amid ongoing disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz. Reports of a potential prolonged blockade and geopolitical tensions added to uncertainty, increasing fears of sustained inflationary pressure globally.Investor caution was further reinforced by the Federal Reserve’s decision to keep interest rates unchanged. Fed Chair Jerome Powell warned that inflation risks remain elevated, particularly due to rising energy prices, signaling a continued cautious stance on monetary policy.Technology stocks across Asia showed mixed performance, mirroring uneven reactions to earnings from major U.S. tech companies. While demand for artificial intelligence technologies remains strong, as highlighted by robust results from companies like Samsung, broader market sentiment remained fragile.Economic indicators also painted a mixed picture. Japan’s factory output unexpectedly declined, pointing to ongoing industrial weakness, while retail sales showed resilience. In China, manufacturing activity expanded for a second consecutive month, supported by stronger export deman

Asian stock markets declined on Thursday as invest

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