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April was a defining month for the cryptocurrency market, marked by explosive price action, ETF speculation, rising DeFi activity, and shifting macroeconomic factors. From Bitcoin nearing six figures to altcoins like Solana and Sui posting double-digit gains, investors witnessed a robust resurgence across digital assets.

A DeFi Powerhouse: TVL Growth and Expanding Ecosystem SUI’s explosive momentum in the DeFi space is backed by substantial growth in Total Value Locked (TVL), which currently stands at $1.812 billion—a 1.19% gain in the past 24 hours alone. Daily DEX volume has surged to nearly $497.7

Leverage trading is a powerful financial tool that allows traders to control larger positions in the cryptocurrency market using borrowed capital. This trading strategy can significantly amplify both potential gains and losses. While leverage trading can enhance trading positions, it requires careful consideration and strategy due to its inherent risks.

Financial goals act as essential beacons, guiding individuals towards stability and success. Setting defined objectives is crucial whether navigating the realms of traditional finance or the burgeoning landscape of cryptocurrency investments. This guide will tackle the significance of financial goals, explore the integration of cryptocurrencies in personal financial planning, and provide a roadmap for setting achievable short, mid, and long-term goals using the SMART framework.

BlackRock’s IBIT Dominates ETF Awards with Record Inflows BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin ETF (IBIT) just clinched a major victory at the annual etf.com awards, earning the title of “Best New ETF” after logging its biggest inflow day since January. On April 23, IBIT brought in $643.2

AAVE’s DeFi Evolution: From ETHLend to a Multi-Chain Powerhouse AAVE has come a long way since its inception as ETHLend in 2017. Originally a peer-to-peer lending platform on Ethereum, it evolved into a liquidity pool model and rebranded as Aave—Finnish for “ghost”—in 2018. This pivot transformed Aave into a key player in decentralised finance (DeFi).

Market Rebound Faces Geopolitical Headwinds The crypto market is experiencing cautious optimism following a volatile start to April. Although major assets like Bitcoin and Ethereum have stabilised above key support levels, global economic uncertainties—particularly surrounding Donald Trump’s renewed tariff strategies and escalating trade tensions with China—continue to cast a shadow over sentiment.

Solana’s ETF Momentum: Market Bets and Regulatory Winds Solana (SOL) has found itself back in the spotlight following renewed investor confidence that a Solana spot exchange-traded fund (ETF) could be on the horizon. Recent events have boosted optimism that a more crypto-aligned regulatory approach could pave the way for Solana-based ETFs in the United States.

Trump’s Tariffs Rattle Markets, Triggering a Crypto Reset The global crypto market endured significant volatility this week following former U.S. President Donald Trump’s announcement of sweeping tariffs under his “Liberation Day” plan. The executive order imposed a 10% baseline tariff on all imports, with higher rates on countries with large trade deficits with the U.S.,