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DeFi x CeFi – The Future Of Finance!
This week’s crypto ride is wild! From market twists to regulatory battles, a huge DeFi-TradFi partnership, and a familiar face launching a new exchange – we’ve got it all. Let’s dive in!
Albert MC2Fi
April 09, 2025
Hey DeFi Pioneers,
This week’s crypto ride is wild! From market twists to regulatory battles, a huge DeFi-TradFi partnership, and a familiar face launching a new exchange – we’ve got it all. Let’s dive in!
🔥 What's Hot in DeFi
 Sources: The Block | Bitcoin’s Cycle and Uniswap DramaSep 4 (The Block) - The four-year Bitcoin cycle might be over, and Uniswap Labs is in hot water with the CFTC. Meanwhile, Mark Karpeles is back with a new, transparent crypto exchange. Buckle up! |
 Sources: Cointelegraph | MakerDAO Rebrands to SkySep 3 (Cointelegraph) - Aave and SkyFloat are joining forces to connect DeFi with TradFi. More choices and stability for everyone. DeFi just got interesting! |
 Sources: CoinDesk | Crypto Hearings on Capitol HillAug 30 (CoinDesk) - The US House Committee is gearing up for a series of crypto hearings in September. Regulation and economic impact are on the agenda. Get ready for some big debates! |
 | Penpie Exploited for $27MSep 3 (cryptonews) - DeFi protocol Penpie was hacked, losing $27 million. Deposits and withdrawals have been paused to mitigate further losses. New partnerships and improved security show it’s here to stay. Let's see where it goes! |
🧐 Opinion: CRYPTO TRAVEL BOOM?
Source: The Block, Sep 5, 2024
Skyscanner and Travala have partnered, allowing travelers to book flights and hotels with cryptocurrency, marking a significant step for crypto in the travel industry.
🤔 The big question: Will crypto become the norm for booking travel, or is this partnership just a flash in the pan? What’s your take?
📊 Numbers Don’t Lie
Bitcoin trades above $57K, with the top-10 cryptos moving in different directions:
BTC: +0.73%
ETH: +0.48%
BNB: -0.71%
Market Highlights:
Market Cap: $2.11T (+0.52%)
BTC Dominance: 53.59% (+0.23%)
Fear & Greed Index: 29 (Fear)
Top Gainers:
Neiro (Eth): +121.5%
EtherVista: +65.4%
Nibiru: +41.2%
Invest Zone: +38.6%
Big Time: +30.1%
With Bitcoin holding strong and new gainers emerging, the market is showcasing both growth and caution. 📈 What’s your next move?
🐳 Whale Watching
A whale just deposited 1,000 BTC ($55.63M) to Binance, realizing a loss of around $2.97M. Moral: Even whales take losses—timing is everything in the market. |  Sources: Lookonchain |
🙋 Catch Up With Us
Ready for the highlight reel?
 | What happens when TradFi meets DeFi? 🌍 MC²Fi is presenting at the International Structured Products Forum in Lucerne, hosted by SIX Swiss Exchange! |
 | Missed our latest space? We gathered six experts to debate the future of AI in DeFi. It was a game-changer! |
 | Curious about what's next on our agenda? 👀 Check out our stream calendar for Autumn 2024! |
 | Don't miss Episode 5 of our Crypto Genius Comic! Join Albert as he simplifies DeFi yields to boost your trading! |
 | Also, don’t forget to check out How to Trade Meme Coins Like a Pro! 📖 Read our latest guide: How to Trade Meme Coins |
 | (a Meme Coin Trading Expert) Break It Down:
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And that's a wrap, folks! Remember, in the world of crypto, fortune favors the bold (and the well-informed). So keep your eyes peeled, your wallets ready, and give our MC² Token Page a try.
Stay curious, stay savvy, and we'll see you next week for another round of DeFi madness!
Cheerio from your favorite team,
MC² Finance Crew
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