Crypto Community in Turmoil: 'DeFi is Dead' Chants Emerge After Massive Hack Reveals Contagion Risks

News Analysis April 19, 2026

Latest in - CoinDesk Indices

24.09.2026, 14:49
Bitcoin Custody for Financial Advisors: Uncovering the Hidden Expenses of Self‑Holding

In recent years, the surge of interest in digital assets has prompted many financial advisors to ex…
24.09.2026, 14:49
Crypto for Advisors: Uncovering the Hidden Expenses of Self‑Custody Bitcoin

When financial advisors contemplate adding Bitcoin to their clients' portfolios, the allure of a cu…
24.09.2026, 14:49
Cryptocurrency Guidance for Advisors: Uncovering the Hidden Expenses of Self‑Custody Bitcoin

Advisors who work with high‑net‑worth individuals or institutional clients often encounter the ques…
24.09.2026, 14:49
Cryptocurrency Guidance for Advisors: Uncovering the Hidden Expenses of Self‑Custody Bitcoin

In recent years, Bitcoin has moved from a fringe curiosity to a mainstream asset class, prompting m…
24.09.2026, 14:49
Cryptocurrency Guidance for Advisors: Uncovering the Hidden Expenses of Self‑Custody Bitcoin

Advisors who recommend Bitcoin to clients often focus on the potential upside of the digital asset,…

Latest in - Opinion

25.09.2026, 14:37
Tokenization outpaces Washington's pace

Tokenization, the process of converting assets, rights, or data into digital tokens on a blockchain…
25.09.2026, 14:37
Tokenization outpaces Washington's pace

Tokenization, the process of converting assets, rights, or data into digital tokens on a blockchain…
25.09.2026, 14:37
Tokenization Outpaces Washington

Tokenization, the process of converting real‑world assets into digital tokens on a blockchain, is a…
25.09.2026, 14:37
Tokenization Outpaces Washington's Pace

The rapid evolution of tokenization technologies is leaving policymakers in Washington scrambling t…
25.09.2026, 14:37
Tokenization Outpaces Washington's Pace

The rapid evolution of tokenization technologies is reshaping financial markets and asset managemen…

Latest in - Policy

25.09.2026, 22:17
U.S. SEC's Most Consistent Crypto Proponent, Hester Peirce, Set to Leave Next Week

Hester Peirce, a member of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission who has earned the nickname …
25.09.2026, 22:17
U.S. SEC's most consistent crypto supporter, Hester Peirce, to leave next week

Hester Peirce, a member of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission who has become widely known …
25.09.2026, 22:17
U.S. SEC's most consistent crypto supporter, Hester Peirce, to leave next week

Hester Peirce, a member of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission who has earned the nickname …
25.09.2026, 22:17
U.S. SEC’s Most Consistent Crypto Champion, Hester Peirce, Set to Leave Next Week

Hester Peirce, a member of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission who has earned the nickname …
25.09.2026, 22:17
Longtime SEC Crypto Champion Hester Peirce Set to Leave Next Week

Hester Peirce, a senior commissioner at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission who has earned …

Latest in - Markets

26.09.2026, 12:56
Bitget Intruder Transfers $83 Million in Stolen XRP, Beyond Ripple's Freeze Capability

In a dramatic episode that has sent shockwaves through the cryptocurrency community, a hacker who b…
26.09.2026, 12:56
Bitget Intruder Transfers $83 Million in Stolen XRP, Beyond Ripple's Freeze Capability

In a dramatic turn of events that has sent shockwaves through the cryptocurrency community, a hacke…
26.09.2026, 12:56
Bitget Intruder Transfers $83 Million in Stolen XRP, Eluding Ripple's Freeze Capability

In a striking development that underscores the ongoing challenges of securing digital assets, a hac…
26.09.2026, 12:56
Bitget Intruder Transfers $83 Million in Stolen XRP, Beyond Ripple's Freeze Capability

In a striking episode that underscores the vulnerabilities inherent in digital asset custodianship,…
26.09.2026, 12:56
Bitget Intruder Transfers $83 Million in Stolen XRP, Eluding Ripple's Freeze Mechanism

In a dramatic turn of events that has sent shockwaves through the cryptocurrency community, a hacke…