Key Events Overview
- Binance Alpha and Binance Contract to list Balance (EPT) on April 21
- Ethereum Pectra Client expected to launch on April 21
- Coinbase applies to CFTC for XRP futures, targeting April 21 launch
- Hyperlane HYPER token airdrop distribution on April 22
- Binance to list Initia (INIT) on April 24 at 19:00 (UTC+8)
- Dolomite Protocol TGE scheduled for April 24
- SEC Crypto Roundtable on April 25 focusing on asset custody solutions
April 21 (Monday)
Binance Alpha and Binance Contract to Launch Balance (EPT)
👉 Discover trading opportunities with Balance (EPT)
Binance Alpha will open trading for Balance (EPT) at 20:00 UTC+8, followed by Binance Contract listing EPTUSDT perpetual contracts at 21:00 UTC+8 with up to 20x leverage.
Ethereum Pectra Client Release
The 209th Ethereum ACDE meeting confirmed the Pectra upgrade launch, featuring EIP-7702 for enhanced JSON-RPC functionality. Fusaka upgrade discussions included EIP-7823 (MODEXP complexity limits) and EIP-7907 (contract code size optimization).
Coinbase XRP Futures Proposal
Coinbase Derivatives filed with CFTC to introduce XRP futures contracts, with an anticipated April 21 launch date.
Babylon Staking Fee Adjustment Vote
Bitcoin staking protocol Babylon concludes voting on reducing unbonding fees from 100 to 30 sats/vbyte by April 21 at 07:00 UTC.
April 22 (Tuesday)
Hyperlane HYPER Token Airdrop
Interoperability protocol Hyperlane allocates 57% of HYPER tokens to community members. Eligible users can claim via the official portal until April 13.
April 23 (Wednesday)
Google Enforces MiCA Crypto Ad Rules in EU
Starting April 23, Google will align cryptocurrency advertising with MiCA regulations across European markets.
April 24 (Thursday)
Binance Lists Initia (INIT)
Binance Launchpool’s 68th project, Initia—an L1 blockchain unifying appchains—goes live at 19:00 UTC+8 with INIT/USDT, INIT/BNB, and other trading pairs.
Dolomite Protocol TGE
Arbitrum-based Dolomite releases DOLO tokens (10B total supply), with 20% allocated to early users via retrospective airdrop.
Dubai’s Tokenization Sandbox Deadline
DFSA’s regulatory sandbox for tokenized assets (stocks, bonds, etc.) closes applications on April 24.
April 25 (Friday)
SEC Crypto Custody Roundtable
Third SEC roundtable explores broker-dealer wallet custody and investment advisor frameworks, featuring experts from Fidelity, Kraken, and Fireblocks.
FAQ Section
Q: When will Initia (INIT) trading begin on Binance?
A: Trading starts April 24 at 19:00 UTC+8 across multiple pairs including INIT/USDT and INIT/BNB.
Q: How can I participate in the Hyperlane airdrop?
A: Check eligibility via Hyperlane’s portal before April 13. Distribution occurs on April 22.
Q: What changes does Ethereum’s Pectra upgrade introduce?
A: EIP-7702 adds delegate states to JSON-RPC, improving developer tooling and smart contract flexibility.