The post Ripple CTO Backs Clarity Act Push: “Take Progress Now, Even If It’s Not Perfect” appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Ripple CTO David Schwartz has weighed in on the ongoing debate around the Clarity Act, offering a grounded take on regulation, strategy, and where the crypto industry goes next. Speaking at XRPLasVegas 2026, Schwartz made it clear that while the Clarity Act may not be perfect, progress matters more than perfection. “I think the strategy …

The post Bitcoin ETF News: April Inflows Hit $1.9B Despite Late-Month Outflows appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Bitcoin ETFs saw billions flow in during April, signaling sustained institutional confidence and reinforcing their growing role as a primary access point for capital. The first half of the month delivered strong, uninterrupted inflows, with several sessions reflecting aggressive allocation patterns. But into the closing phase, that momentum softened, with flows turning uneven and selective …

The post “Sell in May and Go Away” IS WORKING NOW!! appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Every year, as May starts, a similar phrase begins to circulate in financial circles. “Sell in May and go away.”  Several crypto experts are warning of a possible Bitcoin drop based on past market cycles. Analyst DefiTracer believes Bitcoin could fall to $30,000 if history repeats. However, others believe this time may be different, as …

The post Pi Network News: Protocol 22 Activated as Network Prepares for Smart Contracts on May 11 appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Pi Network has officially activated Protocol 22 on April 27, 2026, marking a major backend upgrade aimed at boosting scalability and preparing the network for advanced functionality. Built on Stellar Core 22, the update required all node operators to upgrade to version 0.5.4 or face disconnection, making it a critical synchronization step. According to crypto …

The post Hyperliquid (HYPE) Price Breakdown—Is This a Deeper Drop or a Hidden Opportunity? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Following a brief correction, the Hyperliquid price slid below $40 during the early trading sessions with a plunge of nearly 1.5%. The descending trend was triggered soon after a rejection from the local highs at $43.1. Moreover, the crypto reportedly witnessed over $2M in whale exits following the failed breakout attempt.  Structurally, HYPE is still …

The post Veteran Investor Says Ask Anyone on Street About Crypto and They Will Say Ripple Not Ethereum appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Ripple and XRP are drawing fresh attention after crypto investor Santiago, who has backed over 150 companies, shared a detailed take on how the firm is positioning itself beyond crypto and into global finance. In a podcast, Keith & Ben talk to Santiago Santos, who highlighted Ripple’s biggest advantage, mainstream recognition. “You walk around the …

The post Ripple CEO Drops the Mic at XRP Vegas: ‘Nobody Wants XRP to Win More Than We Do’ appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Brad Garlinghouse used his appearance at XRP Las Vegas to address something that has been circulating in the community for years, questions about whether Ripple is genuinely committed to XRP or quietly moving away from it toward stablecoins and enterprise products. “I always thought it was kind of funny and strange that people questioned Ripple’s …

The post Investing Has Entered A New Phase, And Tokenization Is At The Center Of The Shift appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Historically, investing was not designed for broad participation. Early capital markets were largely dominated by institutions, wealthy families, and insiders who had the relationships and wealth needed to access these exclusive opportunities. But over time, this structure started to change.  The expansion of public markets, the rise of brokerage accounts, and the digitization of trading …

The post XRP Las Vegas 2026 Opens as Community Gathers With Clarity Act Progress Adding to the Mood appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News XRP Las Vegas 2026 opened its doors Thursday, drawing the XRP community together for what has become one of the most anticipated dedicated gatherings in the digital asset calendar. Running April 30 to May 1, the event follows directly on the heels of the Bitcoin 2026 Conference that wrapped up at the Venetian earlier this …

The post Bitcoin Price Prediction Today: Analyst Issues Warning As Volume Hits a 2023 Low During a 30% Rally appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Bitcoin has climbed roughly 30% from its February lows and bulls have been feeling good about it for weeks. The problem, according to one analyst who has held the same macro thesis unchanged for months, is that this is exactly how it felt before the last two major drops. The bigger picture has not changed. …