Latest Market Updates: As of 22nd April 2026.
Crypto markets saw a wave of legal, regulatory, and product developments today, ranging from high-profile litigation to major expansions in derivatives and payments infrastructure.
World Liberty Financial Faces Lawsuit from Justin Sun Over Token Freeze
To begin with, Tron founder Justin Sun has launched legal action against World Liberty Financial, alleging wrongful freezing of his token holdings.
In a statement shared on social media Wednesday, Sun said the lawsuit was filed in a federal court in California to defend his rights as a token holder. He claims his assets were frozen without proper justification and further alleges that the project threatened to destroy those tokens.
According to Sun, he initially attempted to resolve the issue privately. However, after negotiations failed and access to his assets was not restored, he said he had no choice but to pursue legal action.
The dispute is drawing significant attention, given Sun’s reported status as the largest individual investor in the project, which has ties to the Trump family.
Today, I filed a lawsuit in California federal court against World Liberty Financial to protect my legal rights as a holder of $WLFI tokens.
I have always been—and remain—an ardent supporter of President Trump and his Administration’s efforts to make America crypto friendly.…— H.E. Justin Sun 👨🚀 🌞 (@justinsuntron) April 22, 2026
Kalshi Prepares Entry Into Crypto Derivatives Market
Meanwhile, prediction market platform Kalshi is reportedly expanding beyond event-based contracts into crypto trading.
According to a report from The Information, the company is exploring the launch of cryptocurrency-linked perpetual futures, including contracts tied to assets such as Bitcoin.
Unlike traditional futures, perpetual contracts do not expire, allowing traders to maintain leveraged positions indefinitely. While this structure can amplify gains, it also significantly increases risk exposure.
If launched, the move would mark a major shift for Kalshi from short-term event contracts into continuous financial derivatives markets.
Notably, the company operates under the oversight of the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). This could potentially give it a regulatory advantage over offshore competitors in the crypto derivatives space.
DoorDash Explores Stablecoin Payments Across 40+ Countries
In a separate development, food delivery giant DoorDash is exploring stablecoin-based payments across its platform in partnership with Tempo. This initiative aims to improve payout efficiency for drivers, merchants, and customers.
According to Tempo, the initiative is currently under development and could roll out across more than 40 countries.
The companies say the integration aims to reduce cross-border transaction costs and significantly shorten settlement times. DoorDash co-founder Andy Wang emphasized that faster, more affordable payments could improve outcomes across the entire ecosystem.
Blockchain.com Launches Self-Custody Perpetual Trading via Hyperliquid
Alongside these developments, Blockchain.com has introduced a new self-custodial trading feature that allows users to trade perpetual futures directly from their wallets.
Announced on Tuesday, the integration enables users to open leveraged positions without transferring funds to centralized exchanges. Bitcoin can be used as collateral while users retain full control of their private keys throughout the trading process.
The system is built on Hyperliquid infrastructure and provides access to 190+ markets with up to 40x leverage.
Blockchain.com said trades are executed while maintaining non-custodial control, eliminating reliance on intermediaries. The company also indicated plans to expand the offering into additional asset classes, including foreign exchange, equities, and commodities.
Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Malta, Blockchain.com serves both retail and institutional clients globally.
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