Solana Foundation Launches STRIDE Security Program for DeFi Protocols Following Drift Incident – Defi Bitcoin News

Key Takeaways: The Solana Foundation and Asymmetric Research launched STRIDE on April 6, 2026, a tiered DeFi security program covering all protocols. Protocols exceeding $10M TVL qualify for foundation-funded 24/7 monitoring, while those above $100M TVL receive formal verification. The new Solana Incident Response Network (SIRN) unites five founding firms, including OtterSec and Neodyme, for…

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Trump pays DHS workers, but legal experts cry foul

President Trump’s DHS pay order has directed all Department of Homeland Security employees to be paid using redirected federal funds, but legal and budget experts say the administration may be violating a 150-year-old law that gives Congress sole control over federal spending. Summary Trump signed two executive directives — one on March 27 for TSA…

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Prediction Market Boom Continues With Polymarket and Kalshi Leading $25.7B Month – Bitcoin News

Key Takeaways: Dune Analytics logs $25.7B March volume; Polymarket, Kalshi dominate as activity concentrates. Polymarket hit 115M trades vs Kalshi 88M in March; scale signals deeper market adoption. CFTC scrutiny and U.S. lawmakers target markets as Polymarket, Kalshi near $940M open interest. Polymarket and Kalshi Drive Billions in Volume Data from Dune.com, compiled by @datadashboards,…

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Stablecoins dominate crypto trading volumes amid geopolitical tensions

Stablecoins now lead crypto trading volumes, showing a shift towards safer assets amid geopolitical tensions. Bitcoin’s odds of reaching $100,000 by June 30 face pressure, with current market sentiment skeptical. The focus on stablecoins indicates a risk-off environment, as investors prioritize safety over volatility. This trend could affect Bitcoin’s price targets, especially with odds for…

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