Gate Crypto Flash News and Market Updates

Paga processed ₦17 trillion in 169 million transactions in 2025, showcasing significant growth in digital payments. CEO Tayo Oviosu highlighted the importance of Paga Engine in this success, reflecting a shift towards digital financial services in Africa. The company plans to expand its enterprise solutions and explore new markets.

Quantitative AI trading platform AlphaNet secures $10 million in seed funding, preparing for a public launch with over 30 high-performing strategies. Plans include an Open Platform for strategy integration by 2026, aiming for 100+ strategies.

Russia's Federal Investigation Committee has initiated a criminal case against Ukraine following attacks on civilian infrastructure in Krasnodar Krai, including the port city of Tuapse, which resulted in two deaths and damage to buildings. A drone strike also hit a Liberian-flagged oil tanker, injuring its Turkish captain. Ukraine has yet to respond.

During the 2025 crypto market downturn, major venture capital firms saw significant AUM declines, but Haun Ventures grew by 30%. Paradigm and a16z are raising over $4.2 billion for new funds, highlighting varied performances among firms.

The Central African Republic's parliament approved a cryptocurrency regulation bill, legalizing its use in financial markets while imposing strict penalties for offenses. The regulation aims to streamline remittances and provide access to digital currencies, despite concerns over crime and donor disbursements.

The IDF announced the killing of several Hamas operatives in Gaza, including key commanders, during recent airstrikes. The military intends to continue operations to address ongoing threats.

Gate News update: Gate Pre-IPOs has officially launched the subscription page for its inaugural project, SpaceX (SPCX). Users can participate in the subscription; this round supports two currencies: USDT and GUSD. The subscription period is from 2026-04-20 18:00 to 2026-04-22 18:00 (UTC+8). The distribution time is 2026-04-22 22:00 (UTC+8). Pre-market trading will open on 2026-04-24 18:00 (UTC+8). After the subscription is completed, the asset certificates will be distributed in a 100% unlocked format. Eligible VIP users and super agents can enjoy additional free airdrop rewards, which will be issued simultaneously with the subscription distribution. SPCX is a Mirror Note (mirror note) based on SpaceX, used to mirror its value performance before and after listing. Users can use the Pre-IPOs mechanism to gain value exposure in advance before the target company enters the public market.

Abraxas Capital has deposited 1,993 BTC valued at $148.3 million to a centralized exchange, bringing their total transfers to 9,582 BTC worth $691 million since March 14. They now hold 20,337 BTC valued at $1.51 billion, indicating continued institutional accumulation.

Senator Elizabeth Warren warned Elon Musk about risks tied to X Money's launch, focusing on consumer protection, national security, and financial stability, particularly with cryptocurrency features potentially increasing volatility and illicit finance.

Santiment reports that Starknet leads Layer-2 networks in developer activity with 117 points, followed by Aztec and Arbitrum. A ranking of the top ten networks reveals significant developer engagement, highlighting growth and innovation in the ecosystem.

Jingko Technology has signed an agreement with the Zhongwei Municipal Government in Ningxia to invest 245 billion yuan in a 1GW data center project that aims to integrate renewable energy and computing capacity, although the plan may face adjustments based on various requirements.

Russia's Defense Ministry reported a large-scale strike on Ukrainian defense and energy facilities, targeting crucial production and storage sites in response to attacks on Russian civilians. Russian forces hit 154 areas and reported significant Ukrainian casualties.

RedPeach has introduced mandatory facial recognition for content creators to combat impersonation by AI and outsourced chatters, ensuring genuine interactions. CEO Marco Cally emphasizes user protection against emotional scams, following legal challenges in the industry.

SG Forge has integrated its USDCV stablecoin into MetaMask, enhancing users' access to fiat on-ramps, trading, and DeFi services. It also offers EURCV, a euro-pegged stablecoin, now available on multiple blockchains.

Trader MaJi holds three long positions on Hyperliquid, with total unrealized gains of $1.599 million. His largest position is a 25x long on ETH, followed by a 40x long on BTC, and a 10x long on HYPE, making him a significant ETH holder.

Multiple UK airports have canceled flights due to a pilot strike over pension disputes, disrupting travel on April 16-17. The pilots' union demands sustainable solutions as negotiations remain stalled. Lufthansa and Eurowings advised travelers to check flight statuses.

General Stephen Whiting of US Space Command warns that Russia may detonate nuclear weapons in low-Earth orbit, threatening 80% of satellites and global communications. He calls for increased defense spending due to rising space conflicts.

South Korea plans to launch a blockchain-based deposit token pilot in Sejong City in Q4 2026, replacing traditional government payment methods. This initiative aims to simplify transactions and reduce costs for small businesses.

Indonesia's rupiah has hit a record low against the Singapore dollar due to rising oil prices and capital outflows from financial markets. Concerns about demand for Singaporean services and export flows to Indonesia are growing. The central bank's interventions aim to stabilize the currency.