2025-04-26 Market Watch: Bitcoin rallies as SEC signals regulatory shift

Here is what happened yesterday in the crypto market:

Bitcoin Approaches $100K as ETFs See Massive Inflows

Bitcoin is on track for its strongest weekly gains since Trump’s election, driven by significant ETF inflows. The cryptocurrency is nearing $100,000, fueled by renewed institutional investor demand.
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New SEC Chief Hints at Pro-Crypto Policies

New SEC Chairman Paul Atkins suggested that the agency doesn’t need to wait to impose crypto policy and expressed optimism about the industry’s future, signaling a potential shift in regulatory approach.
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Nasdaq Advocates for Clear Crypto Asset Definitions

Nasdaq is urging U.S. regulators to focus on clearly defining digital assets into specific categories, which would help in applying appropriate regulations and providing much-needed clarity to the market.
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North Korean Hackers Target Crypto Developers with Shell Firms

North Korean hackers are using U.S.-based shell firms to target crypto developers, posing a security threat to the industry. These firms spread malware, so crypto developers should be aware.
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Ljubljana Named Most Crypto-Friendly City

Slovenia’s capital, Ljubljana, has been recognized as the world’s most crypto-friendly city, highlighting increasing global adoption and integration of cryptocurrencies in urban environments.
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