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We’re excited to share that XTP trading is officially back online in the Tap app!
Following the successful integration of ProBit, a trusted exchange that continues to support XTP, users can now trade seamlessly within the app once again. This marks an important step in restoring access and strengthening the trading experience for our community
We know that waiting isn’t always easy, and we want to sincerely thank you for your patience and continued support throughout this transition. Your trust drives everything we do.
As always, we’re working behind the scenes to bring you more ways to access and use XTP, stay tuned for what’s next.
The Tap team.

We want to inform you that XTP trading will be temporarily paused starting today on the Tap app. We’ll be temporarily pausing XTP trading on the Tap app. This short pause will give us the time we need to complete the integration of ProBit, an exchange that continues to support XTP trading.
We sincerely apologise for any inconvenience caused by the Bitfinex delisting. XTP was removed alongside several other major tokens, and the short notice left limited time to implement an alternative solution. We moved quickly, and the integration with ProBit an exchange that supports XTP is already in progress.
Here’s what you need to know:
- XTP trading will be paused for a few days
- We’re integrating ProBit into our trading engine
- Once that’s done, XTP trading will resume as usual in the app
- We’re also in active talks with several other exchanges to expand access to XTP
We know how important XTP is to many of you, and it’s at the heart of the Tap ecosystem. Thank you for your patience and continued trust. We’ll keep you updated and let you know the moment trading goes live again.
The Tap Team

Civic (CVC) är en blockchain-baserad plattform för identitetsverifiering som fokuserar på att erbjuda säkra och kostnadseffektiva lösningar för hantering av digital identitet. I takt med att behovet av tillförlitlig identitetsverifiering växer, särskiljer sig Civic genom sin decentraliserade struktur och användarcentrerade kontroll av personlig data.
Låt oss utforska hur Civic tacklar utmaningarna inom digital identitet, integritet och säkerhet.
Kort sammanfattning (TLDR)
- Decentraliserad verifiering: Civic erbjuder säkra identitetsverifieringar utan att lagra data centralt, vilket minskar risken för bedrägerier och identitetsstölder.
- Användarens kontroll: Du äger din data och väljer själv vad du vill dela – och med vem – via Civic-appen.
- Ekosystem: Använder Identity Verification Marketplace och Civic Pass för att möjliggöra åtkomstkontroll, särskilt inom DeFi.
Vad är Civic-nätverket?
Civic grundades 2015 av Vinny Lingham och Jonathan Smith och genomförde en tokenförsäljning 2017 där man tog in 33 miljoner dollar. Målet var att modernisera identitetsverifiering med hjälp av blockchain – där du inte längre behöver skicka dina ID-dokument till olika tjänster gång på gång.
Istället bygger plattformen på återanvändningsbara verifieringar (reusable KYC), vilket minskar både risk och kostnad för användare och företag.
Civic Pass, som lanserades 2021, fungerar som en identitetsnyckel för DeFi-tjänster, NFT-plattformar och DAO:er som kräver efterlevnad. Plattformen fortsätter att vara en av de mer framträdande lösningarna för digital ID-verifiering i blockchainvärlden.
Hur fungerar Civic?
Plattformen bygger på tre huvudkomponenter:
- Identity Verification Marketplace – Kopplar ihop verifieringstjänster med betrodda validerare.
- Civic Pass – Erbjuder åtkomstkontroll för DeFi och andra tjänster med krav på identitetsverifiering.
All information lagras lokalt på användarens enhet – aldrig centralt hos Civic – och verifieras via blockchain. Genom att kombinera decentralisering och datakontroll erbjuder Civic både säkerhet och smidighet.
CVC-token används inom ekosystemet för att betala för verifieringstjänster och belöna validerare.
Fördelar med Civic
Enligt Civic-teamet kan verifieringsprocesser genomföras snabbare och billigare än traditionella metoder. Dessutom elimineras centrala databasrisker, vilket minskar hotet om dataintrång och identitetsstölder.
Plattformen är även inkluderande – lösningar finns för personer som inte har tillgång till traditionella finansiella tjänster, vilket kan bidra till ökad ekonomisk tillgänglighet globalt.
Sedan 2021 har Civic utvecklat verktyg för DeFi-säkerhet och NFT-verifiering, och fortsätter att hitta nya användningsområden inom decentraliserade applikationer.
Användningsområden
Civic används för säker och effektiv identitetsverifiering, oavsett om det gäller kontoskapande, åldersverifiering eller efterlevnad av regelverk. Företag kan implementera starka KYC-rutiner utan att behöva hantera känslig information i sårbara databaser.
Vad är CVC?
CVC är den inbyggda tokenen i Civic-ekosystemet. Den används för:
- Att betala transaktionsavgifter och verifieringstjänster
- Belöningar till validerare
- Incitament inom nätverket
CVC är en ERC-20-token med en fast total tillgång och kan inte brytas.
Hur köper jag CVC?
Du kan enkelt köpa, sälja och lagra CVC i Tap-appen. Allt du behöver göra är att registrera ett konto och komma igång direkt.

Kryptovärlden är sällan förutsägbar, och 2024 har inte gjort någon besviken. En ny kategori har snabbt seglat upp i rampljuset: PolitiFi – politiskt inspirerade memecoins. Med en tillväxt på otroliga 782,4 % på bara åtta månader har dessa tokens lyckats få nästan lika mycket uppmärksamhet som själva valet.
Som jämförelse lyckades mer “traditionella” memecoins bara växa med 90,2 % under samma period. Oavsett politisk åsikt är en sak tydlig: det är aldrig tråkigt i kryptobranschen.
Vad är PolitiFi?
PolitiFi-tokens är memecoins som hämtar inspiration från kända politiska personer och händelser – ofta med en dos ironi eller satir. De allra flesta är dock inte officiellt kopplade till några riktiga politiker. Likt andra memecoins drivs deras värde framför allt av spekulation, community-engagemang och vad som för tillfället trendar i nyhetsflödet.
Från noll till 2,1 miljarder dollar
Det som började som en nischad blandning av politik och krypto har snabbt vuxit till en marknad värd 2,1 miljarder dollar (november 2024). Även om det bara utgör cirka 1,77 % av hela memecoin-marknaden visar PolitiFis snabba tillväxt hur snabbt nya kryptoteman kan fånga uppmärksamhet – och kapital.
När politik möter blockkedjan
Det som skiljer PolitiFi från andra tokens är dess snabba reaktion på verkliga politiska händelser. När Donald Trump vann de republikanska primärvalen i Iowa i januari, steg exempelvis MAGA (TRUMP) med 79,1 % – på ett enda dygn.
Liknande rörelser har setts vid allt från rättsfall till hälsorelaterade nyheter. När Joe Biden fick covid-19 föll Jeo Boden (BODEN) med 27,3 %, medan ett attentatsförsök mot Trump fick MAGA (TRUMP) att rusa uppåt med 41,2 %.
Från skämt till ett nytt ekosystem
Även om många PolitiFi-coins började som skämt har vissa utvecklats till något mer. MAGA (TRUMP) är ett exempel där en del av transaktionsavgifterna går direkt till Trumps Ethereum-plånbok och relaterade välgörenhetsorganisationer – ett nytt, om än ovanligt, sätt att kombinera krypto med politisk finansiering.
Kan PolitiFi vara en ny form av politiskt uttryck?
Om detta är en tillfällig trend eller början på ett nytt sätt att engagera sig politiskt återstår att se. Men just nu erbjuder PolitiFi ett nytt sätt att kombinera finansiell spekulation, politiska åsikter och gräsrotsfinansiering – ofta initierat direkt av communityn.
I takt med att digital ekonomi, samhällsengagemang och politisk aktivism allt mer smälter samman, kan dessa tokens peka på en ny era av politiskt deltagande. Om det här är nästa stora grej eller bara ännu ett kapitel i kryptons färgstarka historia – det återstår att se.
Men en sak är säker: i kryptovärlden är det oväntade snarare regel än undantag. Och just det gör det hela så fascinerande.

Sure, crypto markets reacting negatively to macroeconomic policy shifts is nothing new, but these “worse than expected” Liberation Day tariff announcements have been particularly brutal.
Looking at the numbers, the sweeping tariffs introduced by U.S. President Donald Trump have resulted in mass liquidations. Almost a week later, $8.27 trillion has been wiped from global stock markets and $233 billion from crypto markets, bringing the overall crypto market cap down 8.5%.
But how exactly do tariffs influence crypto? The immediate reaction was a sharp downturn, with big names like Bitcoin falling below $82,000, and later $74,700, and Ethereum dropping to lows of $1,400.
In the long term, could these economic policies position crypto as a safe haven? Let’s explore the interplay between trade policy, traditional finance, and crypto prices.
Firstly, what are tariffs, and how do they affect the markets?
In a nutshell, tariffs, or taxes on imported goods, create ripple effects across various financial markets. Historically, they have had an impact on:
- Foreign exchange (FX) markets: The USD typically strengthens when tariffs are imposed, as more global investors seek stability, and in response, a stronger USD often puts downward pressure on Bitcoin and altcoins.
- Equities: Stocks, particularly in sectors reliant on global trade, tend to decline as tariffs increase business costs and disrupt supply chains.
- Inflation & interest rates: Tariffs can contribute to higher consumer prices, influencing Federal Reserve policy and liquidity conditions, which in turn affect investment in risk assets like crypto.
The interconnected nature of these macroeconomic factors proves once again that digital assets are not insulated from traditional market turbulence. Let’s explore the damages.
Trump’s “Liberation Day” tariff announcement
So, what happened? On 3 April, Trump announced a 10% baseline tariff on U.S. imports, with 60 countries, including Cambodia, China, Vietnam, Malaysia, and Bangladesh, facing tariffs of up to 50%. Companies in the EU will see 20% tariffs, all taking effect a week later.
Previously announced 25% tariffs on steel, aluminum, and foreign-made cars remain in place.
How the crypto market responded
Never missing a beat, the crypto market reacted swiftly to the tariff announcements:
- Bitcoin has dropped ~10% since February. On 3 April, the price fell from $87,106 to $82,526 in a matter of hours, falling to lows of $74,700 days later.
- Ethereum followed a similar trajectory, dipping to lows of $1,430.
- Altcoins were hit harder, with SOL dropping nearly 25% to $97.52 - its first dip below $100 since February 2024.
- Crypto-related equities tanked, with Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy) down 15%, and mining firms like MARA Holdings and Riot Platforms losing 11%.
- Correlation with equities strengthened, as the Nasdaq and S&P 500 also experienced sharp declines.
According to technical analysis, the overall market cap formed a bear flag pattern, signaling potential price declines (this pattern appears after a sharp drop, followed by a temporary upward channel). If the price breaks below this channel, a further decline is likely.

Source: Emmaculate, published on TradingView, April 3, 2025
Why Bitcoin might bounce back
A note from the bears. Despite the initial sell-off, Bitcoin could see a rebound for several reasons:
- Bitcoin as "digital gold": During economic uncertainty, BTC has historically been viewed as a hedge against inflation and fiat devaluation.
- Institutional movements: Exchange outflows suggest that institutions are holding rather than panic-selling, reducing BTC liquidity and potentially driving prices higher in the future.
- Monetary policy shifts: If the Federal Reserve pivots toward rate cuts or quantitative easing (QE), Bitcoin could benefit from increased liquidity.
BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes has argued that such macro conditions could push BTC toward $150,000 in the next cycle.
Do tariffs + the U.S. Dollar = a crypto opportunity?
The impact of tariffs on the U.S. dollar has direct implications for crypto:
- Reduced exports and lower bond demand could weaken the USD over time.
- A weaker dollar typically boosts Bitcoin, as investors look for alternative stores of value.
- Grayscale suggests that Bitcoin could benefit from a fragmented monetary landscape, particularly as central banks diversify reserves away from USD.
Tariffs, regulation & crypto’s role in the financial system
Trump’s policies could indirectly accelerate crypto adoption by:
- Increasing the use of crypto for trade settlements due to currency uncertainties.
- Encouraging alternative reserve assets beyond the U.S. dollar.
- Aligning with a potentially pro-crypto regulatory stance under a second Trump administration.
What should crypto investors do now?
Crypto investors should watch a few key things closely:
- When and how the new tariffs are rolled out, and if any changes are made along the way
- How other countries respond, especially with their own tariffs
- Changes in crypto regulations, as governments adjust to the new economic climate
- How money moves between traditional markets and crypto, which can impact prices and sentiment
- Consider long-term portfolio strategies, as crypto’s role in a shifting financial landscape could strengthen.
Conclusion: Tariffs may hurt now, but crypto could emerge stronger
While recent tariffs triggered a downturn across both traditional and crypto markets, it’s worth noting that this was driven more by uncertainty than fundamentals. As has previously been the case, crypto’s response is often tied to macro trends, with Liberation Day tariffs being no exception.
The bottom line is that market dynamics are changing. As liquidity patterns shift and capital moves differently, crypto’s role within broader portfolios continues to evolve. While this can have both a positive and negative impact on portfolios, continuing to stay informed is the wisest step one could take.

Dear Tap Community,
We want to share an important update regarding the XTP token and Bitfinex. As part of a broader internal review, Bitfinex has decided to delist several tokens, including XTP along with other notable projects like The Graph (GRT), Notcoin (NOT), and seven others as part of their platform review. This appears to be a broader shift in Bitfinex's listing strategy rather than something specific to XTP.
What’s Next for XTP
The good news? XTP remains at the heart of everything we do! 💙 Our token continues to power all the awesome features you love - our tier structure, rewards, and the entire Tap ecosystem. This change doesn't affect our exciting roadmap or our vision for the future.
Here’s what we’re doing to keep things moving forward:
ProBit Integration in Progress:
Our dev team is already working on integrating ProBit (where XTP currently trades) into our Trading Engine. This will create a seamless trading experience right within our platform!
New Exchange Adventures:
We're in exciting talks with several exchanges to give XTP even more trading homes! While we need to keep the details under wraps for now (those NDAs, am I right?), know that we're pushing hard to create more options for our community.
Community First:
Remember to withdraw your tokens from Bitfinex before July 15, 2025, if you haven't already. We're here to help if you need guidance on this!
The Road Ahead 🛣️
Even in challenging markets, we see incredible opportunities for growth! Here's what's cooking:
- More XTP Utility: We're whipping up new ways for XTP to shine in our ecosystem
- Cool New Features: Q2 is going to bring some exciting platform upgrades
- Let's Talk More: We'll be sharing updates more frequently so you're always in the loop
We're so grateful for this amazing community! 🙏 Together, we've weathered challenges before, and we'll come out stronger this time too. The crypto landscape is always evolving, and we're evolving with it.
We’re deeply invested in the future of XTP - and we’re just getting started. 👏
The Tap Team
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