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Paris Blockchain Week 2026 establishes itself as the most anticipated crypto event of the European spring. On April 15 and 16, the Carrousel du Louvre will for the first time bring together a sitting G7 president, leaders from BlackRock, J.P. Morgan and Deutsche Bank, as well as the European regulators shaping the post-MiCA framework. The 2026 edition marks a turning point: digital assets are no longer confined to a parallel ecosystem, they enter fully into the institutional financial architecture. Cointribune readers benefit from an exclusive 15% discount on tickets with the code PBWCT15.

The quantum timeline is tightening. Researchers at the California Institute of Technology estimate that a usable quantum computer could emerge before 2030. Such a projection disrupts established forecasts and revives questions about the security of cryptographic systems, including blockchains. As technical advances accelerate, the prospect of a shift is no longer distant.

Crypto news: In the United Kingdom, 65% of under 25s recognize bitcoin as primarily a savings product. All the details here!

In one week, Bhutan transferred more than 1,000 bitcoins, including 25 million dollars in a single transaction. A financial strategy or a sign of crisis? Discover the reasons behind these massive movements and their impact on the crypto market.

The crypto market is seeing the emergence of a new growth engine: decentralized artificial intelligence. In a few weeks, Bittensor has established itself as one of the most watched projects, with a valuation close to 1.5 billion dollars driven by a rapid surge in its tokens. This movement is not only speculative. It relies on concrete technological advances and the notable support of influential tech figures, pushing the project into a new dimension.

Ethereum is preparing a new framework to reduce fragmentation, unify rollups, and make the crypto ecosystem more coherent in the long term.

Appointed to revolutionize crypto and AI in the United States, David Sacks leaves his post after 130 days without fulfilling his promises. Between a blocked CLARITY Act, a free-falling Bitcoin, and harsh criticism, his mandate leaves a bitter taste.

French President Emmanuel Macron will speak at Paris Blockchain Week 2026, on April 15 and 16 at the Carrousel du Louvre. Euro-backed stablecoins, digital euro, financial sovereignty: the head of state will address the key projects of European policy on digital assets. This is the first time a sitting president of a G7 country has spoken at an institutional conference dedicated to digital assets.

Shibarium, the blockchain dedicated to Shiba Inu, has just recorded a spectacular 300% increase in its daily transactions. Yet, behind these impressive figures lies a disappointing truth: the majority of these crypto transactions are empty.

Bitcoin just plunged below $70,000, wiping out billions in a few hours. Between massive liquidations, widespread fear, and geopolitical tensions, this drop worries investors. With $14 billion in Bitcoin options expiring tomorrow, is the worst yet to come?

Quantum threat to Bitcoin: Google sounds the alarm with a 2029 deadline. What changes for crypto investors.

This Friday, March 27, 2026, $14 billion worth of Bitcoin options expire, and all eyes are on a key level: $75,000. Traders anticipate major moves, while market makers might manipulate BTC price. An event not to be missed.

Charles Hoskinson revives attention around Cardano with a message that reignites discussions about the launch of the Midnight mainnet. Between blockchain privacy, strategic partnerships, and the evolution of the NIGHT token, the project remains at the center of crypto market expectations.

Imagine an instant, secure payment system compliant with the strictest standards. Deloitte and Stablecorp team up to make QCAD the reference stablecoin in Canada. An innovation that could well redefine financial transactions as early as 2026.

Bitcoin has just crossed a critical threshold by falling below $69,000, plunging the crypto market into a spiral of fear. With a Fear & Greed Index at its lowest and record selling volumes, investors wonder if this is a simple correction or the beginning of a major crisis?

A whale just unlocked $163 million worth of SOL from staking, a rare move that could shake the crypto market. Yet, the price remains stable... for now. Is this massive unlocking a threat or an opportunity for Solana?

In 2026, American debt reaches a historic level: $39 trillion. Faced with this unprecedented monetary crisis, bitcoin emerges as an alternative solution to protect savings. Traditional markets tremble, but the crypto queen could well redefine the rules of the game.

Ethereum just hit an unexpected record! The volume of aggressive buyers reaches its highest level in 3 years. Yet, the price of ETH barely holds above $2,100. Experts foresee a risk of a 19% drop…

Cardano shows signs of silent accumulation between $0.18 and $0.25, an area that has often preceded spectacular increases. Crypto data suggests explosive potential... Is this the beginning of a historic rally?

The Clarity Act could soon be adopted in the United States. Senator Cynthia Lummis announces a crucial Markup in April 2026 to finally pass the law before the end of the year. Between crypto, Stablecoins and DeFi, this text will change the game for investors.

Moody’s has just disrupted finance by launching a groundbreaking tool: credit analysis directly on the blockchain. With its Token Integration Engine (TIE) and a revolutionary methodology for stablecoins, the rating agency opens a new era of transparency and trust for cryptos.

XRP has just dethroned BNB and becomes the 4th largest crypto by market capitalization, with an 11% surge in one week! Between broken resistance and record open interest, discover why this crypto is shaking the market in 2026.

The fight against crypto fraud reaches a new level. The United States, the United Kingdom, and Canada have just announced a joint operation to track down scam networks and protect investors. The response begins, and it could change the game.

What if the Internet collapsed tomorrow? A recent study reveals that Bitcoin would survive even a massive failure of 72% of submarine cables. Discover why the crypto queen is designed to withstand the worst scenarios.

Paris, March 143, 2026 – Following the announcement that Token 2049 Dubai will not take place as planned, many companies across the digital asset sector are now reconsidering their plans for the spring conference season.

A new controversy shakes the Bitcoin ecosystem. The BIP-110 proposal, aimed at limiting certain data recorded on the blockchain, provokes an open confrontation between developers and historical figures of the network. Designed to curb the rise of inscriptions linked to Ordinals and Runes, this protocol modification triggers strong criticism. Among them, Adam Back, a pioneer of the cypherpunk movement, denounces a true "regression" for Bitcoin. Behind this technical debate lies a central question: how far can bitcoin evolve without betraying its fundamental principles?

Bitcoin could soon experience a historic turning point thanks to a reform of Basel banking rules. If current constraints are eased, banks could finally adopt the crypto queen and trigger an unprecedented influx of liquidity.

While AI is desperately looking for energy solutions, Bitcoin mining has already found its own: nuclear. As early as 2021, miners secured partnerships with power plants, creating a model that AI is now trying to replicate.