Ministers and Members of Parliament at Paris Blockchain Week 2026: A Historic Signal for the Institutionalization of Crypto-Assets

PARIS, April 13, 2026 - Laurent Nuñez, Minister of the Interior, Anne Le Hénanff, Minister Delegate for Artificial Intelligence and Digital Affairs, Jean-Didier Berger, Minister Delegate to the Minister of the Interior, and Clara Chappaz, Ambassador for Digital and Artificial Intelligence, will speak at Paris Blockchain Week 2026, which will also welcome around twenty Members of the National Assembly.

Global Oil Markets Shaken By Hormuz Crisis

In a few hours, the price of oil has crossed the 100 dollar mark again after the announcement of a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz by Washington. This nerve center of global energy trade becomes again a major pressure lever in the confrontation between the United States and Iran. Behind this surge, an immediate risk: to see geopolitical tension turn into a global economic shock, with direct repercussions on inflation and financial markets.

Orbán's Defeat Opens an Unexpected Opportunity for Cryptos in Hungary

Hungary could become a more breathable ground for crypto after Viktor Orbán's fall. This political shift goes beyond Budapest: it also affects how the European MiCA rules will be applied, or overinterpreted, in a member state.

Bitcoin : Strategy buys 13,927 more BTC

Michael Saylor puts one billion dollars back into bitcoin. Strategy bought 13,927 BTC between April 6 and 12, 2026, bringing its total reserve to 780,897 BTC. Despite volatility and latent losses, the accumulation machine is still running.

$1.1 billion in one week: Crypto ETPs break records

$1.1 billion in 7 days! Crypto ETPs have just smashed their records, with Bitcoin leading ($872M) and institutions making a strong comeback. A historic trend or just a rebound?

The ECB wants to centralize the supervision of cryptos in Europe

The European Central Bank has just taken a decisive step in the debate on the regulation of cryptocurrencies in Europe. In an opinion published on Friday, it explicitly supports a proposal from the European Commission that could sustainably transform the way digital assets are monitored on the Old Continent. 

BitMine Expands Ethereum Exposure Rapidly

In the space of a few weeks, BitMine has intensified its ETH purchases at a rarely seen pace, crossing a holding threshold that is already raising questions in the market. Behind this massive accumulation, Tom Lee shows a clear conviction: the current phase could mark a turning point in the crypto cycle. This strategy, both opportunistic and structuring, now places BitMine at the heart of the dynamics that could shape Ethereum's future.

The ECB Approves Tokenization but Warns of Risks to Watch

In Frankfurt, flashy cryptos are often snubbed, but well-groomed tokenization is pampered. Moral: blockchain is allowed in the lounge, provided you take off your shoes, stablecoins, and crazy ideas.

Crypto Exchange Kraken Refuses to Give in After an Extortion Attempt

Failed extortion attempt against Kraken: the exchange reveals everything and refuses to yield. What you need to know about this crypto news.

Bitcoin Climbs Past 74000 As Opposing Forces Shape The Trend

Bitcoin crosses the $74,000 mark again, supported by renewed investor interest. Behind this movement, the market is crossed by opposing forces. Institutional demand supports prices, while persistent sales limit the extent of the rise. This return to a key level comes in a context of tension, where the balance between buyers and sellers remains uncertain.

XRP Derivatives Fall Sharply Amid Declining Investor Confidence

The XRP derivatives market has just recorded a sharp drop, with a contraction of more than 78% since October 2025. This decline marks a clear disengagement of traders and a weakening of speculative leverage around the asset. In an already uncertain context, this evolution raises questions: is it a simple market adjustment or a deeper signal about XRP's dynamics?

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Kevin Warsh moves closer to the Fed despite political obstacles

Kevin Warsh moves closer to a key Senate hearing, but administrative blockages, political tensions, and an investigation targeting Jerome Powell slow his appointment to lead the Federal Reserve.

OneCoin : The American Justice Department Launches Refunds Five Years Later

The biggest crypto scam in history resurfaces. The US Department of Justice (DOJ) has just activated a compensation process for OneCoin victims. Forty million dollars are available. For a fraud estimated at 4 billion. The calculation is quick.

X Money could directly compete with crypto on payments

Nikita Bier rekindles speculation around X Money. By mentioning a product capable of "fixing" the difficult year for crypto, the former product manager of X mainly reopened an old question: Can X become a real gateway to digital assets?

The Bank of Japan gives an unexpected boost to Bitcoin

The Bank of Japan has just offered indirect support to Bitcoin. By cooling expectations of a rate hike at the end of April, it reduces one of the major risks weighing on the crypto market. The signal is discreet, but its effect is powerful: the yen remains weak, financing stays cheap, and risky assets breathe easier.

Bitcoin has already anticipated the quantum threat, according to Bernstein

Quantum computing is shaking cryptocurrencies, but Bitcoin has a head start. According to Bernstein, the market has already anticipated this threat, and investors have 5 years to prepare.

Michael Saylor Shifts Strategy With Innovative Bitcoin Investment Model

Michael Saylor no longer just defends bitcoin. He now redefines the rules of the game. With the launch of STRC, a financial instrument designed to capture institutional capital, the head of Strategy introduces a new BTC accumulation mechanism. Behind this evolution, an entire strategy is transforming, mixing traditional finance and crypto. This shift could accelerate the massive arrival of new flows to bitcoin and sustainably modify its dynamics.