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Top Crypto Events to Watch in April 2024

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Zameer Attar

April 2024 is an important month in the growth and development of the world of cryptocurrencies. There are a series of significant events lined up on the horizon. From the eagerly awaited Bitcoin halving to legal battles involving prominent figures and groundbreaking project launches, the month ahead promises a flurry of activity and speculation.

What lies ahead for you? Let’s discover.

Bitcoin Halving

At the forefront is the fourth Bitcoin halving, scheduled for April. Analysts, including Michaël van de Poppe, anticipate that this event could spark a surge in altcoin prices, potentially reshaping market dynamics. Signs of this shift are already visible, with Bitcoin exhibiting notable volatility, even surpassing Ether in recent times before the halving.

Read More: Bitcoin Halving in 19 Days: Here’s the Best Investment Strategy for the Next 6-12 Months

US March CPI Release

On April 10, the release of the Consumer Price Index (CPI) figures for March will offer valuable insights into inflation trends. Analysts will closely scrutinize this data for its implications on Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) decisions regarding interest rates and monetary policy. Despite speculation, Forbes suggests that interest rates are unlikely to undergo changes in April.

Changpeng Zhao’s Sentencing

The fate of former Binance CEO Changpeng ‘CZ’ Zhao hangs in the balance as his sentencing hearing, originally slated for April 30, approaches. Zhao’s attempts to return to the UAE on medical grounds have been repeatedly thwarted by the US Federal Court due to the absence of an extradition treaty between the US and UAE.

Do Kwon and Terraform Labs vs SEC

Founder of Terraform Labs, Do Kwon, finds himself entangled in legal troubles, facing allegations linked to the 2021 collapse of Terra Luna coins. Under house arrest in Montenegro, Kwon faces extradition requests from both the US and South Korea. The Montenegrin High Court’s prior approval of extradition to the US is under scrutiny, with expectations that the decision may be overturned by the nation’s Supreme Court.

SEC’s Battle with Coinbase Continues

Coinbase’s legal tussle with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission persists as the Court rejects Coinbase’s motion to dismiss the suit. The lawsuit is set to proceed, with potential ramifications for the regulatory landscape of cryptocurrency exchanges.

Also Check Out: Coinbase CEO Celebrates Court Dismissal of SEC Claim Against Wallet Service

Other Notable Events

In addition to these headline events, April sees the Bitcoin halving and the launch of EigenLayer’s mainnet. These milestones mark significant developments in their respective ecosystems, with potential implications for investors and users.

As April unfolds, the crypto community is eagerly anticipating the outcome of these key events, which have the potential to shape the trajectory of Bitcoin and the rest of the crypto market in upcoming months.

What are your predictions for the crypto market after the April events? 

Zameer Attar

Zameer is a financial analyst and writer with a particular interest in cryptocurrency markets. He has been studying cryptocurrencies and their market behavior for several years and deeply understands the factors that affect the price of cryptocurrencies. His expertise lies in his ability to use both technical and fundamental analysis to make informed predictions about the future direction of cryptocurrency prices. He has a strong understanding of market sentiment and uses this to inform his trading decisions and price predictions.

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