Now that spring is finally here, it’s time to start transitioning your wardrobe from winter into the current season. That doesn’t necessarily mean put away all sweaters and coats, because as we know spring can be very fickle. But there are a few tricks to making those winter-looks more spring friendly.
Transitional Coats: Last week I talked about transitional coats, and these are the perfect items to add into your wardrobe right now. Lightweight, but will still keep you warm on a cool night. Spring Sweaters: Layer with a transitional coat, or wear on its own, some of your winter sweaters are easy to wear into spring. I lived in these cashmere sweaters from Everlane all winter, and I know I’ll be pairing them with skirts and shorts for spring. Pumps instead of Boots: I’ve traded in my boots for pumps. Keeping my feet warm isn’t a priority anymore, so it’s time to break out my favorite heels and pair back to effortless denim. These pumps have been worth the investment – I wear them the most during spring.
LIBRA is up over 80% after Argentine President Javier Milei disbanded a task force dedicated to investigating the token. The Investigative Task Unit (UTI) forwarded all its information to the national prosecutor’s office.
This may or may not hamper some of the investigations, but there is strong pressure to investigate Milei’s financial ties. This act does nothing to change the criminal charges currently filed against Argentina’s head of state.
“The Government believes that the information collected [by UTI] was forwarded to the Public Prosecutor’s Office, and that the [UTI] has fulfilled its assigned task,” read a decision officially dissolving the UTI. It was signed by President Milei and Minister of Justice Mariano Cúneo Libarona.
Since its launch and collapse in February, LIBRA has never reclaimed anything like its former success, but it’s rallying today. The asset climbed over 80% before dropping slightly.
This isn’t the first time that LIBRA has spiked in accordance with President Milei’s statements and actions. For example, it briefly recovered 60% after Milei reposted a purchasing guide, but a disastrous TV interview sent it crashing again the same day.
Currently, LIBRA is an orphaned meme coin, which does not generally suggest long-term stability.
However, one aspect of the incident does seem easier to predict. Even if the LIBRA-specific task force has been disbanded, several investigations are targeting President Milei’s exact involvement in the project.
Last week, a federal judge ordered the release of financial records from Milei, his sister, and three other associates. These figures also had their assets frozen.
Additionally, domestic LIBRA scrutiny isn’t the only thing that Milei has to worry about. Many LIBRA investors were US citizens, sparking the possibility that American enforcement agencies could prosecute him.
This has not happened, but local media claimed that some of these investors are filing a class-action suit. So much scrutiny will not simply vanish overnight.
Coinbase, the largest US-based crypto exchange, received regulatory approval from the CFTC (Commodity Futures Trading Commission) to launch XRP futures contracts through its derivatives arm.
This development marks a pivotal moment for institutional access to XRP altcoin, amid a broader derivatives market shakeup.
XRP Futures Now Live on Coinbase
Earlier in the month, Coinbase revealed its intention to bring regulated XRP futures to market, showing that it had filed for the offering with the CFTC. BeInCrypto reported that the US-based exchange filed to self-certify the product.
“We’re excited to announce that Coinbase Derivatives has filed with the CFTC to self-certify XRP futures—bringing a regulated, capital-efficient way to gain exposure to one of the most liquid digital assets,” read the announcement.
The firm anticipated the contract going live on April 21. During the late hours of the US session on Monday, Coinbase confirmed in a follow-up post that the product was live.
“Coinbase Derivatives, LLC now offers CFTC-regulated futures for XRP,” the exchange stated.
This approval suggests a fast-track endorsement by the CFTC, potentially opening the door to broader crypto derivatives activity in the US.
It is unsurprising that the agency has recently pivoted toward easing entry into the crypto derivatives sector. As BeInCrypto reported earlier this month, the CFTC rolled back several regulatory hurdles that had previously deterred traditional and crypto-native firms.
“As stated in today’s withdrawal letter, DCR [Division of Clearing and Risk] determined to withdraw the advisory to ensure that it does not suggest that its regulatory treatment of digital asset derivatives will vary from its treatment of other products,” the CFTC explained.
The changes simplify registration requirements and lower operational barriers for launching crypto derivatives products.
XRP Network Activity Soars 67.5%
With XRP historically maintaining high liquidity and a global user base, it represents a strong candidate for derivatives trading, especially in a newly liberalized environment.
Unlike more volatile mid-cap tokens, XRP benefits from a combination of legal clarity following the Ripple lawsuit outcome, broad exchange availability, and a sizable market cap. These elements make it attractive to institutional traders seeking capital-efficient exposure.
Recent on-chain data reveals a sharp uptick in network activity, further bolstering the case for XRP futures. Data shows XRP active addresses surged by 67.5% between April 19 and 20, ahead of Coinbase Derivatives’ XRP futures debut, climbing from 27,352 to 40,366.
The spike suggests growing engagement from retail and institutional participants, possibly in anticipation of expanded market access through derivatives.
Still, market sentiment around XRP remains mixed. Despite the regulatory milestone, XRP’s spot price has declined 1.26% in the past 24 hours, reflecting broader market consolidation and investor caution.
This suggests that while futures listings can enhance liquidity and price discovery over time, short-term price action often diverges from structural developments.
Coinbase’s move aligns with its broader strategy to position itself as a regulated gateway to crypto derivatives in the US. With the futures of Ethereum and Bitcoin already live, XRP has joined the lineup. This signals Coinbase’s confidence in XRP’s long-term viability despite lingering skepticism in parts of the US regulatory arena.
Hyperliquid’s native crypto token HYPE has recently experienced a significant 40% price decline. However, the altcoin is showing signs of recovery.
Traders have become increasingly bullish on HYPE, with many believing it can regain the losses sustained in the recent downturn. This renewed confidence, supported by positive market movements, has sparked hopes of a price rebound.
Hyperliquid Finds Strong Support
Over the past 24 hours, the Open Interest for Hyperliquid has risen by $44 million, bringing the total to $428 million. This increase follows a recent uptick in price, which added momentum to the ongoing recovery.
The growth in Open Interest suggests that traders are becoming more confident in HYPE’s potential for a price rise. This influx of interest has fueled optimism among investors and traders alike, with many viewing this as a sign of further upside.
As a result, there is a renewed sense of enthusiasm among HYPE enthusiasts, who believe the altcoin is well-positioned to reclaim lost value. This positive sentiment could contribute to continued price growth, particularly as market conditions remain favorable for a recovery.
The overall macro momentum of Hyperliquid has shown significant improvement in recent days. Key technical indicators, such as the Moving Average Convergence Divergence (MACD), reflect a shift from a bearish to a bullish trend this week.
This change marks the end of a month-long bearish crossover and signals the potential for further upward momentum.
As the bullish momentum rises, it provides HYPE with the room needed to continue its recovery. The shift in the MACD reflects a positive shift in market sentiment, suggesting that the altcoin may be in a stronger position moving forward.
HYPE’s price is currently trading at $16.10, up by 14% over the last 24 hours. The altcoin is just under the $16.50 resistance level, having already recovered about half of its recent 40% decline. This price movement shows that Hyperliquid has significant upside potential.
Given the current momentum, there is a possibility that HYPE will breach the $16.50 barrier and continue its upward trajectory. If this occurs, the altcoin could move toward $19.16, potentially reaching $20.00 in the near future.
However, if the $16.50 resistance level proves too strong, HYPE may struggle to maintain its upward momentum. In this case, the price could fall back to $13.44, invalidating the bullish outlook and erasing recent gains.
