DeFi Hacks Hit $800M in 2026 as April Sets Record Losses
The DeFi sector is facing a deepening security crisis after nearly $800 million in losses this year, with April alone accounting for the majority.
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Prediction Markets covers the intersection of blockchain, speculation, and event-based trading. The topic aggregates news, analysis, and explainers on decentralized platforms where users trade contracts tied to elections, economic data, sports, crypto milestones, and other real-world outcomes. Coverage focuses on how prediction markets function within the broader crypto economy - from platform launches and token mechanics to liquidity, regulation, user behavior, and the role these markets play in price discovery and sentiment tracking. It serves as a dedicated hub for readers following one of the most experimental and closely watched segments of digital assets.
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Coinbase Launches Crypto-Backed Loans in UK amid FCA Regulatory Push
Coinbase has rolled out crypto-backed USDC loans in the UK, allowing users to borrow against Bitcoin and Ether as regulators move toward a full crypto framework.
Polymarket Eyes $15B Valuation in New $400M Funding Round
Polymarket is in talks to raise $400 million at a $15 billion valuation, reflecting growing investor appetite for prediction markets despite regulatory uncertainty.
Charles Schwab and Citadel Securities Explore Entry into Prediction Markets
Financial giants Charles Schwab and Citadel Securities are considering prediction markets, signaling growing institutional interest in event-based trading beyond traditional assets.
X Introduces Cashtags as It Expands Into Finance and Crypto Services
X has launched cashtags with real-time charts and trading features, marking its first step toward becoming a financial and crypto platform.
Cynthia Lummis Warns US Has ‘Last Chance’ to Pass CLARITY Act Before 2030
Senator Cynthia Lummis urges swift passage of the CLARITY Act, warning delays could stall US crypto progress until 2030.
Binance Wallet Launches On-Chain Prediction Markets for Seamless Probability Trading
Binance Wallet integrates Prediction Markets via Predict.fun, enabling users to trade probability-based outcomes using Spot and Funding Account balances.
Solana Foundation Launches STRIDE Program to Strengthen Ecosystem Security
Solana introduces STRIDE and new security initiatives to enhance ecosystem protection and transparency.
Solo Bitcoin Miner Defies Odds to Win $210K Block Reward
A solo Bitcoin miner beat steep odds to earn a $210,000 reward, highlighting the unpredictable nature of mining.
Crypto Hackers Steal $169M From DeFi Protocols in Q1 2026
Crypto hackers stole nearly $169 million from DeFi protocols in Q1 2026, marking a sharp decline from last year’s record-breaking losses.