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Bitcoin ETFs rebound strongly; wallets absorb 4.37M BTC as adoption rises amid US-Iran tensions.

Iran conflict spikes US recession odds for 2026 as energy prices soar

CryptoBriefing - Rising energy costs from geopolitical tensions could destabilize the US economy, increasing recession risks and impacting global markets. The post Iran conflict spikes US recession odds for 2026 as energy prices soar appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Bitcoin ETFs Add $471 Million in Strong Post-Holiday Rebound

Bitcoin.com - Crypto exchange-traded funds (ETFs) returned from the holiday break with powerful inflows, led by bitcoin’s $471 million surge. Ether followed with strong gains, while activity in smaller assets remained muted. Key Takeaways Bitcoin ETFs saw $471.32 million inflows led by Blackrock IBIT, signaling renewed institutional demand. Ether ETFs added $120.24 million with ETHA and FETH […]

XCE CEO backs Bitcoin as balance sheet asset amid rising corporate adoption

CryptoBriefing - Corporate adoption of Bitcoin as a balance sheet asset may drive long-term market stability, but immediate price impacts remain uncertain. The post XCE CEO backs Bitcoin as balance sheet asset amid rising corporate adoption appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Iran leadership change odds rise by 2026 amid conflict

CryptoBriefing - Potential leadership change in Iran by 2026 could reshape regional dynamics, impacting geopolitical stability and international relations. The post Iran leadership change odds rise by 2026 amid conflict appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Bitcoin wallets absorb 4.37M BTC as network activity flips to 'bull phase’

CoinTelegraph - The Bitcoin supply held in long-term investor wallets moved above 4 million BTC, while a network activity index flashed a “bull phase” signal.

Democrats question CFTC chair on insider trading in prediction markets

CoinTelegraph - The seven House members may have affirmed the commission‘s authority over prediction markets, but asked questions about its inaction on insider trading.

Trump DOJ Rejects Tornado Cash Developer’s Newest Argument for Dismissal

Decrypt - Prosecutors said a recent Supreme Court ruling should have no bearing on Tornado Cash developer Roman Storm’s looming retrial.

Pakistan mediates US-Iran ceasefire talks as April 15 odds surge

CryptoBriefing - Increased optimism in diplomatic progress could stabilize regional tensions, but confirmation from key players remains crucial for success. The post Pakistan mediates US-Iran ceasefire talks as April 15 odds surge appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

US-Iran ceasefire odds rise slightly as traders bet on longer timeline

CryptoBriefing - Extended timelines may foster de-escalation, but without concrete agreements, the risk of escalation persists amid ongoing uncertainties. The post US-Iran ceasefire odds rise slightly as traders bet on longer timeline appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Iran considers two-week ceasefire as April 15 odds climb

CryptoBriefing - A potential ceasefire could enhance diplomatic relations and stabilize regional tensions, but Iran's historical stance warrants cautious optimism. The post Iran considers two-week ceasefire as April 15 odds climb appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Demand for Crypto Pay Surges, but Payroll Systems Fall Behind: Research

BitcoinMagazine - Bitcoin Magazine Demand for Crypto Pay Surges, but Payroll Systems Fall Behind: Research A new Oobit survey finds many workers—especially those already holding crypto—are open to being paid partly in digital assets. This post Demand for Crypto Pay Surges, but Payroll Systems Fall Behind: Research first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

Kuwait, Bahrain close bridges amid Iran threats, ceasefire odds climb

CryptoBriefing - Regional instability and infrastructure threats heighten geopolitical tensions, complicating diplomatic efforts and impacting market dynamics. The post Kuwait, Bahrain close bridges amid Iran threats, ceasefire odds climb appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

'Captive Audience' Could Drive Demand for Morgan Stanley's Bitcoin ETF: Bloomberg Analyst

Decrypt - Morgan Stanley is joining the Bitcoin ETF party late, but Bloomberg's Eric Balchunas says the investment bank isn't showing up empty-handed.

Fifth Element Star Milla Jovovich Reveals AI Memory Tool MemPalace

Decrypt - The Fifth Element and Resident Evil star reveals an AI project inspired by the ancient “memory palace” method.

Delegates from France and South Korea are meeting to discuss changes in the digital and global economies

Cryptopolitan - Delegates from France and South Korea are meeting for a two-day seminar to discuss the changes in the global economy as it rapidly grows. Meanwhile, legal processes to regulate stablecoins in South Korea are facing delays, forcing companies to continue their crypto operations through partnerships with international central banks and stablecoin services aimed exclusively at […]

Paolo Ardoino Confirmed as a Bitcoin 2026 Speaker

BitcoinMagazine - Bitcoin Magazine Paolo Ardoino Confirmed as a Bitcoin 2026 Speaker Paolo Ardoino has been officially confirmed as a speaker at Bitcoin 2026. As CEO of Tether (the issuer of the world’s largest stablecoin) and CTO of Bitfinex, Ardoino sits at the center of two of the most influential companies in the Bitcoin ecosystem and arrives in Las Vegas with one of the most expansive views […] This post Paolo Ardoino Confirmed as a Bitcoin 2026 Speaker first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Jenna Montgomery. ...

Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Falter As Trump's Iran Ultimatum Shakes Sentiment

Benzinga - Bitcoin is down on Tuesday as geopolitical tensions rise following Donald Trump's ultimatum to Iran. Cryptocurrency Ticker Price ...

Iran strengthens position in US-Israeli conflict as military escalation looms

CryptoBriefing - Iran's strengthened stance may lead to prolonged conflict, impacting regional stability and increasing the likelihood of US military involvement. The post Iran strengthens position in US-Israeli conflict as military escalation looms appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Argentina Prosecutors Find New Milei-Libra Evidence

TheCurrencyAnalytics - Fresh documents hit. Argentine prosecutors Monday dropped bombshell findings that could tie President Javier Milei to sketchy Libra cryptocurrency deals,… For the full story, head over to TheCurrencyAnalytics.com

Bitcoin Is Overperforming Stocks, Bonds, Gold During Iran War, Anthony Pompliano Says

Benzinga - Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) has been flat to slightly up during the Iran conflict while stocks, bonds, and gold all sold off, according to ProCap Financial CEO Anthony Pompliano. The Iran Outperformance Bitcoin has been the shining light over the Iran conflict, Pompliano explained. Stocks are down, bonds are declining, and gold is falling, yet Bitcoin has been flat to slightly up. Over the last year, the opposite occurred—Bitcoin fell while those assets rose. The recent divergence challenges the narrative that Bitcoin simply tracks beta ...

Anthropic unveils Mythos cybersecurity model weeks after Claude Code leak exposed security lapse

CryptoBriefing - Anthropic launched Mythos and Project Glasswing days after a Claude Code leak exposed source files and caused a GitHub takedown mess. The post Anthropic unveils Mythos cybersecurity model weeks after Claude Code leak exposed security lapse appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Morgan Stanley’s Bitcoin ETF To Go Live: 5 Things Smart Money Is Watching First

BeInCrypto - Morgan Stanley’s spot Bitcoin ETF, trading under the ticker MSBT, is set to debut on NYSE Arca on April 8 with a 0.14% management fee, the lowest of any US spot Bitcoin fund. The product makes Morgan Stanley the first major US bank to issue a proprietary spot Bitcoin ETF rather than distribute a third-party The post Morgan Stanley’s Bitcoin ETF To Go Live: 5 Things Smart Money Is Watching First appeared first on BeInCrypto.

Morgan Stanley's Bitcoin ETF Set to Launch on April 8: Bloomberg

TheDefiant - MSBT will launch tomorrow as the lowest-fee Bitcoin ETF on the market, potentially kicking off a fee war among funds.

Morgan Stanley Bitcoin ETF set to begin trading tomorrow under MSBT

CryptoBriefing - Morgan Stanleys Bitcoin ETF is set to debut after SEC effectiveness cleared the way for MSBT to begin trading on NYSE Arca. The post Morgan Stanley Bitcoin ETF set to begin trading tomorrow under MSBT appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Nobel Physicist Warns Bitcoin Could Be Cracked In Minutes, But The Community Has 5-10 Years To Act

Benzinga - Nobel Prize-winning physicist John Martinis warns Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) could be cracked in minutes by quantum computers but says the community has 5-10 years to upgrade to quantum-resistant encryption. The Minutes Warning A recent Google paper endorsed by Martinis shows how a sufficiently advanced quantum computer could derive a Bitcoin private key from its public key in minutes, exploiting the brief window when a transaction’s public key is exposed before confirmation. The vulnerability centers on a specific exposure window. When a Bitcoin transaction is broadcast, its public key becomes visible before ...

Binance Introduces Spot Price Guardrails in Post-Crash Overhaul

TheDefiant - Starting next week, taker orders on Binance that breach dynamic price corridors will be automatically canceled.

Milei Phone Calls with LIBRA Backer Create Political Storm

TheCurrencyAnalytics - Javier Milei got caught. Argentina’s libertarian politician made seven phone calls to a LIBRA cryptocurrency backer on the coin’s launch… For the full story, head over to TheCurrencyAnalytics.com

MetaWin Gives Back Over $13 Million to Players Through Ongoing Loyalty Rewards Program

DailyHODL - Miami, Florida, 7th April 2026, Chainwire The post MetaWin Gives Back Over $13 Million to Players Through Ongoing Loyalty Rewards Program appeared first on The Daily Hodl.

Houthi threat spikes US-Iran ceasefire odds as Bab el-Mandeb tensions rise

CryptoBriefing - Rising tensions at Bab el-Mandeb highlight the fragile geopolitical landscape, potentially impacting global trade and diplomatic relations. The post Houthi threat spikes US-Iran ceasefire odds as Bab el-Mandeb tensions rise appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

US prosecutors reject Tornado Cash co-founder‘s argument for dismissal

CoinTelegraph - Roman Storm, the co-founder of the crypto mixing service, still faces a possible retrial on two charges after a jury failed to reach a verdict in 2025.

Fox brings Kalshi prediction market data to its media network

CryptoBriefing - Fox will integrate Kalshi forecasts across its news and streaming platforms as prediction markets gain mainstream media reach. The post Fox brings Kalshi prediction market data to its media network appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Sealminer A4 Series Debuts as Bitdeer Hits New Bitcoin Mining Efficiency Record

Bitcoin.com - Bitdeer Technologies Group launched its Sealminer A4 series of bitcoin mining rigs on Tuesday, with the flagship model reaching 9.45 joules per terahash, placing it among the most power-efficient machines announced by any major manufacturer. Key Takeaways: Bitdeer launched the Sealminer A4 Ultra Hydro on April 7, 2026, hitting 9.45 J/TH efficiency, among the best […]

Binance CEO Shares Uber-Bullish Bitcoin Data

U.Today - Binance CEO Richard Teng has spotlighted an "uber-bullish" reversal in the cryptocurrency market. Binance CEO Richard Teng has spotlighted an "uber-bullish" reversal in the cryptocurrency market.

Binance misses mica approval, loses european clients

TheCurrencyAnalytics - Binance has not received the Mica approval. Its European clients now have to look elsewhere to trade their cryptos. The… For the full story, head over to TheCurrencyAnalytics.com

CME Group Expands Crypto Futures Beyond XRP, Bitcoin, Ethereum With Two New Listings

U.Today - CME Group expands its crypto futures lineup with AVAX and SUI as daily volumes approach $8 billion. CME Group expands its crypto futures lineup with AVAX and SUI as daily volumes approach $8 billion.

XRP losses are forcing late buyers out, turning every bounce into a new sell zone

CryptoSlate - XRP’s recent price struggles is starting to look less like routine underperformance and more like capitulation as long-term holders who bought above $2 over the past year are now realizing millions in losses. Data from Glassnode shows that this cohort has been realizing losses at roughly $20 million to $110 million a day amid the […] The post XRP losses are forcing late buyers out, turning every bounce into a new sell zone appeared first on CryptoSlate.

Saylor Highlights His Bitcoin 'Safe Haven' as Strategy Reports $14.46 Billion Unrealized Loss

U.Today - Following a $14.46 billion loss reported for Q1, 2026, Michael Saylor reiterates Bitcoin-tied shares STRC as a safe haven in a new post. Following a $14.46 billion loss reported for Q1, 2026, Michael Saylor reiterates Bitcoin-tied shares STRC as a safe haven in a new post.

Polymarket Grabs 97% of Prediction Market Fees After Pricing Shake-Up

TheCurrencyAnalytics - Polymarket just crushed it. The decentralized prediction platform pulled in $7.1 million in fees during the first week of April,… For the full story, head over to TheCurrencyAnalytics.com

SpaceX pulls money and attention away from the rest of the IPO market

Cryptopolitan - SpaceX’s blockbuster debut on the US stock market could value the company at as much as $2 trillion, putting it in territory no IPO has ever touched. The fear around Wall Street is that a deal that large can swallow money, analyst attention, bank resources, and media coverage all at once. For every company planning […]

Morgan Stanley’s Bitcoin ETF MBST To Go Live Tomorrow, 16,000 Advisors Ready To Sell It To Clients

BitcoinMagazine - Bitcoin Magazine Morgan Stanley’s Bitcoin ETF MBST To Go Live Tomorrow, 16,000 Advisors Ready To Sell It To Clients Morgan Stanley’s spot bitcoin ETF (MBST) is set to begin trading on April 8, marking the bank’s entry into the U.S. spot bitcoin ETF market. This post Morgan Stanley’s Bitcoin ETF MBST To Go Live Tomorrow, 16,000 Advisors Ready To Sell It To Clients first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

SEC Crypto Safe Harbor Proposal Moves to White House

99Bitcoins - SEC Crypto Safe Harbor Proposal Heads to White House The post SEC Crypto Safe Harbor Proposal Moves to White House appeared first on 99Bitcoins.

Schwab says Bitcoin and Ether belong in portfolios only with careful sizing

CryptoBriefing - Schwab says crypto allocations should stay small, outlining return based and risk budget strategies for Bitcoin or Ether. The post Schwab says Bitcoin and Ether belong in portfolios only with careful sizing appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

XRP Posts Highest Losses Since FTX Crash

U.Today - XRP lost its foundation and is no longer bringing profits to traders. XRP lost its foundation and is no longer bringing profits to traders.

Fintech Transcend Connects to Canton Network for Real-Time Collateral Mobility

TheDefiant - The collateral and liquidity focused fintech is also building a node-as-a-service on Canton, which is known as an institution-focused blockchain platform.

RLUSD, USDT and USDC to Welcome New Rival From Polymarket

U.Today - Prediction marketplace giant Polymarket will float its in-house stablecoin product. Prediction marketplace giant Polymarket will float its in-house stablecoin product.

Bitcoin steadies above $68K as Iran tensions keep markets on edge

CoinJournal - Key takeaways Bitcoin is holding near $69K as Iran-related geopolitical tensions keep markets cautious. Rising oil prices and inflation concerns are limiting upside, but strong ETF inflows and institutional support are helping BTC stay resilient. Bitcoin is trading sideways near the $69,000 mark as investors remain cautious amid escalating geopolitical tensions tied to the conflict […] The post Bitcoin steadies above $68K as Iran tensions keep markets on edge appeared first on CoinJournal.

Ether treasuries need liquid staking edge to beat ETFs, says Lido exec

CoinTelegraph - Lido’s institutional lead argues that more crypto treasury companies will need to incorporate liquid staking to outperform the returns generated by staked Ether ETFs.

Binance introduces new spot trading limitations to avoid repeat of October 10 crash

Cryptopolitan - Binance introduces the spot market Price Range Execution Rule to avoid erratic price discovery and unfair pricing.

Devs Are Making Claude Talk Like a Caveman to Cut Costs—And It Works

Decrypt - A Reddit post claiming 75% output token savings sparked 400 comments and multiple GitHub repos dedicated to making AI grunt its way to efficiency.

North Korean Agents Embedded in 40+ DeFi Platforms for Nearly a Decade: Taylor Monahan

TheDefiant - Security researcher Taylor Monahan claims North Korean IT workers have infiltrated more than 40 decentralized finance platforms, with the $280 million Drift Protocol exploit last week being the latest operation tied to the network.

South Korea orders crypto exchanges to verify holdings every 5 minutes

CoinTelegraph - An inspection found slow reconciliation cycles and weak trade-halting systems across major crypto exchanges.

Binance’s New Rule Could Have Prevented the $19 Billion October Crash

BeInCrypto - Binance announced the Spot Price Range Execution Rule (PRER), a new mechanism that expires taker orders when execution prices fall outside a dynamic fair-value band. The rule takes effect gradually starting April 14, 2026. It directly targets the type of spot-market failures that surfaced during the October 10, 2025 flash crash. What Triggered the Binance The post Binance’s New Rule Could Have Prevented the $19 Billion October Crash appeared first on BeInCrypto.

Ripple Targets Africa's $205 Billion Crypto Market But XRP Can't Hold $1.30

Benzinga - Ripple is expanding into Africa’s $205 billion crypto market with RLUSD partnerships and custody solutions as XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) tests the $1.30 support that has held multiple times over the past two weeks. The Africa Push Sub-Saharan Africa received more than $205 billion in on-chain value between July 2024 and June 2025, a 52% year-over-year increase. Nigeria ranked 6th and Ethiopia 12th in the 2025 Global Crypto Adoption Index. Ripple’s RLUSD stablecoin has seen strong demand across Africa through partnerships with Mercy Corps Ventures in Kenya for aid delivery, plus Chipper Cash, VALR, and Yellow Card for institutional access. ...

Morning Minute: Ceasefire Hopes Rise, Fall Along with Bitcoin

Decrypt - Bitcoin rose and fell alongside ceasefire hopes. Strategy and Tom Lee kept buying size. And Polymarket may be building its own financial system.

Binance adds spot trading guardrails to limit abnormal executions

CoinTelegraph - Binance said it will roll out a spot trading rule on April 14, restricting executions outside a set range during periods of volatility and thin liquidity.

Polygon Giugliano Hardfork Scheduled for April 8 to Improve Finality and Fees: Polygon Foundation

TheDefiant - The Polygon Foundation confirmed the Giugliano hardfork will activate on mainnet at block 85,268,500 on April 8 at approximately 2 p.m. UTC.

Genius Terminal Lists on CMC Launch Ahead of April 13th GENIUS TGE

DailyHODL - Dubai, UAE, 7th April 2026, Chainwire The post Genius Terminal Lists on CMC Launch Ahead of April 13th GENIUS TGE appeared first on The Daily Hodl.

Why quantum labs won’t steal your Bitcoin as bad actors are decades behind

CryptoSlate - The state of quantum computing and what it would take to threaten Bitcoin Quantum computing has advanced materially over the past 18 months, but the field remains in the transition from noisy hardware to early fault tolerance. The key shift is away from raw physical-qubit counts and toward logical qubits, gate fidelity, runtime, and error […] The post Why quantum labs won’t steal your Bitcoin as bad actors are decades behind appeared first on CryptoSlate.

XRP Price Hinges on Senate CLARITY Act — Why This Bill Matters

99Bitcoins - XRP Price & the CLARITY Act: Why This Bill Matters The post XRP Price Hinges on Senate CLARITY Act — Why This Bill Matters appeared first on 99Bitcoins.

Bitcoin ETFs Add $471M in Biggest One-Day Haul Since February

Decrypt - Bitcoin ETFs saw their biggest inflow in six weeks as crypto investors positioned ahead of Trump's Iran deadline.

Bloomberg Analyst Mike McGlone Predicts Massive ‘Flippening,’ Says USDT Will Overtake Ethereum and Bitcoin

DailyHODL - Bloomberg Intelligence senior commodity strategist Mike McGlone believes major shifts in the crypto market are underway, including a potential “flippening” led by stablecoins. McGlone says Bitcoin (BTC) will likely revisit significantly lower levels, potentially dropping toward $10,000 by 2026 as broader market conditions shift. “Potential $10,000 Bitcoin in 2026. Prove me wrong – stay above $75,000. […] The post Bloomberg Analyst Mike McGlone Predicts Massive ‘Flippening,’ Says USDT Will Overtake Ethereum and Bitcoin appeared first on The Daily Hodl.

HorseCoin Crashes 15% as Trading Volume Explodes to $500 Million

TheCurrencyAnalytics - HorseCoin tanked hard Thursday. The equestrian-themed cryptocurrency plummeted 15% to $0.75 while trading volume exploded to $500 million, creating chaos… For the full story, head over to TheCurrencyAnalytics.com

Japan Cuts Crypto Tax Rate to Flat 20% by 2028

TheCurrencyAnalytics - Japan just slashed cryptocurrency taxes. The country will impose a flat 20.315% rate on digital asset gains by 2028, ditching… For the full story, head over to TheCurrencyAnalytics.com

Strategy Bitcoin Purchase $330M Despite Q1 Losses 2026

CoinPaprika - Strategy purchased 4,871 BTC for $330M between 1–5 April 2026, per its SEC Form 8-K filing. The company reported $14.46B in unrealized Bitcoin losses for Q1 2026.

Yardeni Research President Says Stock Market Has Already Bottomed – Here’s Why

DailyHODL - Veteran market strategist Ed Yardeni believes the recent pullback in equities has already run its course. In a new CNBC interview, Yardeni says he is standing by his bullish outlook for the year, even after recent volatility driven by geopolitical tensions and shifting macro narratives. “I am going to stick by it. I’ve been whipped around […] The post Yardeni Research President Says Stock Market Has Already Bottomed – Here’s Why appeared first on The Daily Hodl.

Grayscale's Zach Pandl Highlights Bitcoin's Quantum Computing Challenge

Binance News - Grayscale's Zach Pandl has identified social consensus as Bitcoin's primary hurdle in mitigating risks associated with quantum computing. According to NS3.AI, Pandl emphasized the importance of addressing concerns related to approximately 1.7 million BTC stored in early Pay-to-Public-Key addresses. While there are currently no verified security threats to public blockchains from quantum computers, Pandl suggests that Bitcoin should proactively plan for a transition to post-quantum cryptography.

Mojtaba Khamenei unconscious, odds of Iran regime fall rise to 13.5% by June 30

CryptoBriefing - The leadership uncertainty in Iran could lead to increased geopolitical instability and influence global markets and diplomatic relations. The post Mojtaba Khamenei unconscious, odds of Iran regime fall rise to 13.5% by June 30 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Rwanda blocks cryptos after bybit’s announcement

TheCurrencyAnalytics - The National Bank of Rwanda takes a strong stance. It has just reaffirmed its total ban on crypto activities using… For the full story, head over to TheCurrencyAnalytics.com

Bitcoin’s quantum challenges are ‘more social than technical’: Grayscale

CoinTelegraph - The Bitcoin community has a “history of contentious debates over protocol changes,” said Grayscale head of research Zach Pandl.

Grayscale Recognizes XRP Ledger as Pioneer In Post-Quantum Cryptography

U.Today - The race to secure public blockchains against the existential threat of quantum computing is accelerating, and the XRP Ledger is being recognized as an early pioneer in the space. The race to secure public blockchains against the existential threat of quantum computing is accelerating, and the XRP Ledger is being recognized as an early pioneer in the space.

US and Israeli officials seek to weaken Iran’s nuclear program amid ceasefire talks

CryptoBriefing - Efforts to weaken Iran's nuclear program could strain diplomatic relations, impacting regional stability and global market confidence. The post US and Israeli officials seek to weaken Iran’s nuclear program amid ceasefire talks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Polymarket Plans Major Infrastructure Upgrade to Enhance Platform

Binance News - Polymarket, an on-chain prediction market platform, has announced a significant infrastructure upgrade set to occur within the next 2-3 weeks. According to ChainCatcher, this upgrade will include a comprehensive overhaul of the trading engine and the introduction of a native stablecoin, Polymarket USD.The upgrade will feature the new CTF Exchange V2 smart contract system, which aims to optimize matching logic and order structure, improve matching efficiency, and reduce gas costs. Additionally, the platform will enhance its central limit order book (CLOB) by adopting a hybrid model of off-chain order matching and on-chain settlement.On the asset side, Polymarket will introduce Polymarket USD, a native stablecoin pegged 1:1 to USDC, to replace the previous cross-chain ...

The growth of crypto betting in the digital economy

CryptoBriefing - The rise of crypto betting signifies a shift towards decentralized, secure, and efficient online gambling, reshaping the digital economy landscape. The post The growth of crypto betting in the digital economy appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Crypto market safe harbor lands at White House for review

CoinTelegraph - The proposal includes a startup exemption, a fundraising exemption and an investment contract safe harbor for issuers.

Crypto Safe Harbor Framework Advances to White House Review

Binance News - A proposed crypto safe harbor framework has progressed to the White House's Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs (OIRA) for review, according to SEC Chair Paul Atkins. The framework is expected to be published soon. According to NS3.AI, the proposal includes a startup exemption allowing crypto stakeholders to raise capital over a four-year period, provided they make specific disclosures.

Federal Court Backs Kalshi Against New Jersey Regulators

TheCurrencyAnalytics - A federal appeals court said Wednesday that New Jersey can’t regulate Kalshi’s prediction markets. The ruling backs the startup against… For the full story, head over to TheCurrencyAnalytics.com

Bitcoin Hits $110K After Strategy Buys 46,233 BTC in Month

TheCurrencyAnalytics - Bitcoin crossed $110,000 today. Strategy Incorporated grabbed 46,233 Bitcoin over the past month, way more than the 16,200 new coins… For the full story, head over to TheCurrencyAnalytics.com

Brent Oil Surges Above $110, Strategy Counterparty Adjusts Positions

Binance News - Brent oil prices have risen above $110, prompting significant trading adjustments. According to BlockBeats, Hyperinsight monitoring revealed that the 'Strategy Counterparty' (0x94d) has fully closed its Brent oil long positions, which were part of an $80 million 'long oil, short BTC' strategy. The positions, initially valued at $39.5 million with an average entry price of $100.8, yielded a profit of $3.71 million. Following the closure of the oil long positions, the released margin was used to increase a 40x leveraged short position on Bitcoin, raising the position size to $49.92 million at an average price of $69,137, with an unrealized profit of ...

Polygon Network to Undergo Giugliano Hard Fork Upgrade on April 8

Binance News - Polygon Foundation has announced that the Giugliano hard fork upgrade is scheduled for April 8 at approximately 22:00 UTC+8, occurring at block height 85,268,500 on the Polygon mainnet. According to ChainCatcher, this upgrade aims to enhance network performance by allowing producers to announce blocks earlier for faster finality, adding fee parameters directly to block headers, and introducing a new RPC interface to support fee data. The foundation advises all node operators to upgrade Bor to version v2.7.0 or Erigon to version v3.5.0 to ensure smooth operation.

Iranian Advisor Responds to Trump's Ultimatum

Binance News - On April 7, an advisor to Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf commented on U.S. President Donald Trump's '48-hour ultimatum.' According to BlockBeats, the advisor stated that Trump has approximately 20 hours to either surrender to Iran or face the prospect of his allies being pushed back to the Stone Age. The advisor emphasized that Iran will not back down.

USD/CHF Surpasses 0.8 with Daily Increase of 0.25%

Binance News - The USD/CHF exchange rate has exceeded the 0.8 mark, experiencing a daily rise of 0.25%. According to ChainCatcher, this development highlights the ongoing fluctuations in currency markets. The increase reflects broader trends in foreign exchange trading, as investors react to various economic indicators and geopolitical events. The movement of the USD/CHF pair is closely monitored by traders and analysts, who assess its impact on global financial markets.

Phantom Wallet Experiences Temporary Service Disruption

Binance News - On April 7, the cryptocurrency wallet application Phantom encountered a temporary service interruption. According to BlockBeats, this issue affected the display of token prices and balances. The Phantom team is actively working to resolve the problem.

SpaceX Plans IPO Roadshow in June, Sources Say

Binance News - SpaceX is reportedly preparing to release its initial public offering (IPO) prospectus by the end of May, according to sources familiar with the matter. According to Jin10, the company plans to commence its IPO roadshow during the week of June 8. This move marks a significant step for SpaceX as it seeks to attract investors and expand its financial capabilities. The IPO is expected to generate substantial interest given SpaceX's prominent position in the aerospace industry and its ambitious plans for future space exploration and satellite deployment.

NBA Regular Season: Trail Blazers vs. Nuggets Prediction Market Activity

Binance News - A significant transaction has been observed in the Polymarket prediction market regarding the NBA regular season game between the Portland Trail Blazers and the Denver Nuggets. According to Odaily, an account with nearly $4 million in profits has purchased 130,000 shares predicting the Trail Blazers will defeat the Nuggets, with an average opening price of 26.6 cents. The game is scheduled to start at 9 a.m. UTC+8 today. As the NBA regular season nears its end, the Trail Blazers hold a record of 40 wins and 38 losses, placing them ninth in the Western Conference. Meanwhile, the Nuggets have a record of 50 wins and 28 losses, ranking fourth in the conference.

AI TRENDS | Anthropic in Talks to Secure $200 Million Investment from New Private Equity Fund

Binance News - Anthropic is reportedly in discussions to secure a $200 million investment from a new private equity fund. According to Jin10, the negotiations are aimed at bolstering Anthropic's financial resources to further its AI development initiatives. The Wall Street Journal reports that this potential investment reflects growing interest in AI technologies and their applications across various industries. Anthropic, known for its advancements in AI, is seeking to expand its capabilities and market presence through strategic financial partnerships. The outcome of these talks could significantly impact the company's future growth and innovation strategies.

High Stakes in NCAA Final as Michigan Faces Connecticut

Binance News - A significant bet has been placed on the outcome of the NCAA final between Michigan and Connecticut. According to Odaily, an account with a 65.5% success rate has invested $980,000 on Michigan's victory over Connecticut, with an average opening price of 74¢. The NCAA final is set to begin today at 8:50 PM UTC+8. Michigan, the top seed from the Big Ten Conference, advanced to the final after a decisive win over Arizona in the semifinals. Connecticut, the top seed from the Big East Conference, has reached the NCAA final three times in the past four years, winning twice, and is aiming for a third championship in four years. ...

Pentagon Cancels Scheduled Press Conference Without Explanation

Binance News - The Pentagon has unexpectedly canceled a scheduled press conference that was set for Tuesday morning at 8 a.m. local time. According to BlockBeats, no reason was provided for the cancellation.

Explosion Reported in Saudi Arabia's Jubail Industrial City

Binance News - An explosion occurred in Saudi Arabia's Jubail Industrial City, according to reports from unnamed sources on April 7. According to BlockBeats, the incident took place in the early hours of the day and involved U.S. capital participation. Jubail Industrial City is a significant global petrochemical production hub, with an annual output of approximately 60 million tons, accounting for 6% to 8% of the world's total production. The area hosts numerous large petrochemical enterprises and projects, with the Saudi Basic Industries Corporation being one of the primary investors. Additionally, the Sadara project, involving the U.S. Dow Chemical Company, and a ...

Polymarket Sees Significant Bet on NCAA March Madness Outcome

Binance News - A notable transaction has occurred in the Polymarket prediction market concerning the NCAA March Madness event. According to Odaily, an account with a significant loss of nearly $5 million has invested $400,000 on Connecticut to win against Michigan with a 6.5-point spread, at an average opening price of 49 cents. The NCAA March Madness refers to the national championship of the NCAA Division I men's basketball tournament. This event typically begins in March, featuring a single-elimination format that is known for its intense competition and tightly packed schedule.

Polymarket Account Takes $400,000 Bet on Connecticut in NCAA Final

Binance News - A Polymarket account, which has previously incurred losses nearing $5 million, has placed a $400,000 wager on Connecticut to win by more than 6.5 points in the NCAA final. According to NS3.AI, this position was established at an average price of 49 cents, betting against Michigan.

Binance Replenishes Bitcoin Learn & Earn Rewards for April 2026

Binance News - According to the announcement from Binance, the Bitcoin Learn & Earn rewards have been replenished for April 2026. New users who registered on Binance after April 1, 2026, at 00:00 (UTC) are eligible to participate in this educational initiative. By completing the Learn & Earn quiz with all correct answers, participants can earn 0.00001 BTC in token vouchers. The rewards are available to the first 5,000 new users each month on a first-come, first-served basis. To participate, eligible users must complete the quiz and can only claim one reward. Once all rewards are distributed, participation will close for that month. Binance plans to renew the rewards monthly, and users are encouraged to ...

U.S. House Democrats to Impeach Defense Secretary Over Iran Conflict

Binance News - U.S. House Democrats have announced plans to impeach Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth over issues related to the Iran conflict. According to BlockBeats, this move marks a significant political development as tensions continue to rise over U.S. military involvement in the region. The decision reflects growing concerns among lawmakers about the administration's handling of the situation.

STOCKS | Huatai Securities Highlights A-Share Strategy Amid Middle East Tensions

Binance News - Huatai Securities has released its A-share strategy, noting that the market continued to experience volatility last week due to fluctuating Middle East tensions and pre-Qingming Festival risk aversion. According to Jin10, the tracked A-share sentiment index remains in the 'panic' range. Structurally, sectors benefiting from geopolitical factors and high oil prices, such as power, new energy, and coal, faced profit-taking due to high crowding levels. Meanwhile, sectors with low correlation, like telecommunications and innovative pharmaceuticals, performed well, with earnings season exceeding expectations becoming a new trading cue. ...

AI TRENDS | Samsung Electronics Expects Over Eightfold Increase in Q1 Operating Profit

Binance News - Samsung Electronics announced on April 7 that it anticipates its first-quarter operating profit to grow more than eightfold compared to the same period last year, surpassing institutional expectations. According to Jin10, the surge in artificial intelligence infrastructure has led to supply bottlenecks, driving up chip prices. The world's largest memory chip manufacturer forecasts an operating profit of 57.2 trillion Korean won (approximately $37.92 billion) for the January to March period, compared to 6.69 trillion won in the previous year, exceeding the institutional forecast of 40.6 trillion won.

PRECIOUS METALS | SPDR Gold Trust Holdings Increase by 3.429 Tons

Binance News - The SPDR Gold Trust, recognized as the world's largest gold exchange-traded fund (ETF), has reported an increase in its holdings. According to Jin10, the fund's holdings rose by 3.429 tons, bringing the current total to 1,054.419 tons. This development reflects ongoing interest and investment in gold as a precious metal.

Jamie Dimon Says AI Will Impact 'Virtually Every Function' at JPMorgan Chase

Decrypt - JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon said that the rate of AI adoption "will likely be far faster than prior technological transformations."

AI TRENDS | Anthropic Projects Annual Revenue to Surpass $30 Billion in 2026

Binance News - Anthropic, a leading AI company, has projected its annual revenue to exceed $30 billion by 2026. According to Jin10, this forecast marks a significant increase from the estimated $9 billion in revenue by the end of 2025. The company continues to expand its influence in the AI sector, reflecting its growth trajectory and market potential.

Goldman Sachs Revises 2026 Copper Price and Supply Surplus Forecasts

Binance News - Goldman Sachs has adjusted its forecast for the average copper price in 2026 to $12,650 per ton, down from a previous estimate of $12,850. According to Jin10, the investment bank also anticipates a global copper market surplus of 490,000 tons in 2026, an increase from its earlier projection of 380,000 tons. These revisions reflect changes in market dynamics and supply expectations.

AI TRENDS | Broadcom Expands Collaboration with Google and Anthropic

Binance News - Broadcom has announced an expansion of its collaboration with Google and Anthropic. According to Jin10, Anthropic is set to access 3.5 gigawatts of TPU artificial intelligence computing power starting in 2027. This development marks a significant step in enhancing AI capabilities and infrastructure for the involved companies.

Bitcoin may hit $110K as Strategy absorbs nearly 3x new BTC supply

CoinTelegraph - Bitcoin may invalidate its bear flag setup as Strategy buys 46,233 BTC in just over a month, outpacing the 16,200 BTC supply in the same period.

Nasdaq Leads Gains as Major U.S. Indices Rise

Binance News - The Nasdaq Composite Index led the gains among major U.S. stock indices, rising by 0.54%. According to NS3.AI, the S&P 500 also experienced an increase, gaining 0.44%, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average added 0.36%. These movements reflect positive sentiment in the market, contributing to an overall upward trend in stock prices.

US appeals court upholds preventing New Jersey enforcement against Kalshi

CoinTelegraph - As states seek to regulate prediction markets, a panel of federal judges ruled in favor of Kalshi’s position that only the CFTC has jurisdiction.

Winklevoss: $22.7 Trillion Fiat Expansion Is Massive Bitcoin Ad

U.Today - The United States money supply has reached unprecedented levels, and prominent cryptocurrency advocates are pointing to the surging fiat expansion as the bullish catalyst for digital assets. The United States money supply has reached unprecedented levels, and prominent cryptocurrency advocates are pointing to the surging fiat expansion as the bullish catalyst for digital assets.

USDC Treasury Mints 250 Million USDC

Binance News - According to NS3.AI, Whale Alert has reported the minting of 250 million USDC at the USDC Treasury. This development highlights ongoing activities within the stablecoin market, reflecting the demand and strategic movements in digital currency reserves.

Why Bitcoin briefly jumped above $70,000 on Iran deal hopes as Trump’s Hormuz threat keeps rally fragile

CryptoSlate - Bitcoin rose with the rest of the crypto market on Monday after President Donald Trump struck a mixed tone on a possible deal with Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, prompting a relief rally that lifted prices but left the broader market setup unresolved. According to CryptoSlate's data, the largest cryptocurrency briefly climbed above […] The post Why Bitcoin briefly jumped above $70,000 on Iran deal hopes as Trump’s Hormuz threat keeps rally fragile appeared first on CryptoSlate.

Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Gain Momentum On Renewed Ceasefire Hopes

Benzinga - Bitcoin trades below $70,000 amid hopes for a ceasefire in the U.S.-Iran war. Cryptocurrency Ticker Price ...

BitMine Immersion Technologies Increases Ethereum Holdings with Significant Purchase

Binance News - BitMine Immersion Technologies has acquired 71,252 Ethereum, valued at approximately $152 million, in the week ending April 5. According to NS3.AI, this acquisition has increased BitMine's total Ethereum holdings to 4.803 million, which is valued at around $10.3 billion and represents 3.98% of the circulating supply. The company has expressed its intention to accumulate 5% of the circulating supply. Following this purchase, shares of BMNR rose by about 6% on Monday.

Iran Reviews Plan for Legal Framework in Strait of Hormuz

Binance News - Iran's Parliament National Security Committee has initiated the review of a proposal aimed at establishing sovereignty and a legal framework for the Strait of Hormuz. According to NS3.AI, spokesperson Ibrahim Rezaei stated that the plan encompasses strategic measures to ensure the security of both the Strait of Hormuz and the Persian Gulf. Upon completion of the review, the committee intends to forward the plan to the full parliament for further consideration.

OpenAI Calls for Global Shift in Taxation, Labor Policy as AI Takes Over

Decrypt - A new OpenAI blueprint urges economic changes for the AI era as reporting raises questions about Altman’s motivations.

IMF Chief: War Impacts Economic Growth Projections

Binance News - IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva stated that without the ongoing war, the IMF had initially planned to slightly raise its 2026 economic growth forecast of 3.3%. According to Jin10, Georgieva emphasized that current circumstances indicate a trend towards higher prices and slower growth.

JPMorgan Maintains Sell Rating on Tesla with $145 Price Target

Binance News - JPMorgan has reaffirmed its sell rating on Tesla, setting a price target of $145, which suggests a potential downside of approximately 60% from current levels. According to NS3.AI, Tesla's reported deliveries for the first quarter of 2026 amounted to 358,023 vehicles, falling short of Wall Street's expectations.

Trump Criticizes NATO and Allies Over Iran Conflict Assistance

Binance News - U.S. President Donald Trump has expressed dissatisfaction with South Korea, Australia, Japan, and NATO regarding their lack of support in the ongoing conflict with Iran. According to NS3.AI, Trump labeled NATO as a "paper tiger," criticizing the alliance for its hesitance to provide assistance.

U.S. President Trump Announces Potential Actions Against Iran

Binance News - U.S. President Donald Trump has announced that all bridges in Iran are set to be destroyed by midnight on Tuesday. According to Odaily, he also stated that all power plants in the country will cease operations before midnight. If an agreement with Iran is not reached, these power plants will be dismantled. Trump emphasized that he hopes to avoid such actions.

U.S. President Trump Prefers U.S. to Collect Fees in Hormuz Strait

Binance News - U.S. President Donald Trump expressed his preference for the United States to collect transit fees in the Strait of Hormuz rather than allowing Iran to do so. According to Odaily, Trump's statement highlights his stance on maintaining U.S. influence and control in the strategic waterway.

Polymarket Traders Face Losses as Study Reveals 84.1% Are Losing Money

Binance News - Independent on-chain analyst Andrey Sergeenkov has conducted a study revealing that a significant portion of Polymarket traders are experiencing financial losses. According to NS3.AI, the analysis examined 2.5 million Polygon wallet addresses, uncovering that only 840 addresses have managed to earn $100,000 through trading on the platform. This finding highlights the challenges faced by traders in navigating the complexities of the market.

OpenServ Introduces SERV Nano with Promises of Enhanced Efficiency

Binance News - OpenServ has unveiled its latest AI infrastructure platform, SERV Nano, highlighting its potential advantages over models associated with OpenAI. According to NS3.AI, the company claims that SERV Nano offers a 20-fold reduction in costs and a threefold increase in speed for certain tasks. The platform integrates Base and Solana rails to facilitate token launch and monetization. However, independent public verification of benchmark methods and specific deployments is currently limited.

Crypto AI project OpenServ claims to beat OpenAI in direct benchmark comparisons

CryptoSlate - Crypto AI company OpenServ is trying to sell two things at once: an AI infrastructure story and a crypto token story. Its claim that its new model, SERV Nano, can match or beat OpenAI on some tasks has made that pitch more interesting, but they have also raised the standard of proof. The company describes […] The post Crypto AI project OpenServ claims to beat OpenAI in direct benchmark comparisons appeared first on CryptoSlate.

Aster to Settle RWA Perps Exclusively in USD1

TheDefiant - The perpetuals exchange will use World Liberty Financial's stablecoin as the sole settlement asset for its commodity markets, starting with gold, silver, and crude oil.

84% of Polymarket Traders Are Losing Money, New Research Finds

TheDefiant - On-chain researcher Andrey Sergeenkov found that only 2% of the 2.5 million wallets analyzed have ever made over $1,000.

Solo Bitcoin Miner Beats the Odds, Scores $210K Block Reward

Decrypt - A solo miner with computing power equivalent to just 0.00002% of Bitcoin's network successfully mined a block last week.

AI TRENDS | Meta Platforms to Release Next-Generation AI Model

Binance News - Meta Platforms is set to release the open-source version of its next-generation AI model. According to Jin10, this move is part of Meta's ongoing efforts to advance artificial intelligence technology and make it more accessible to developers and researchers. The release is expected to provide new opportunities for innovation and collaboration within the AI community.

Bernstein Assigns Outperform Rating to Figure Technology with $67 Price Target

Binance News - Bernstein has assigned an Outperform rating to Figure Technology, setting a price target of $67, which is nearly double its recent trading level of approximately $32. According to NS3.AI, this rating comes after Figure Technology reported $1.2 billion in loan originations for March and a total volume of $2.9 billion for the first quarter. The company has been expanding its tokenized credit marketplace, contributing to its strong performance.

Figure Technology Solutions Sees Potential Growth Amid Lending Surge

Binance News - Figure Technology Solutions, a blockchain-based lending platform that went public last year, is considered potentially undervalued as its loan originations increase and its tokenized credit marketplace expands. According to Cointelegraph, Bernstein analysts have given Figure an “Outperform” rating with a $67 price target, nearly double its recent trading level of around $32. The optimistic outlook follows a significant rise in lending activity. In March, Figure originated $1.2 billion in loans, a 33% increase from the previous month, marking the first time monthly volumes surpassed $1 billion. The company primarily focuses on home equity lines of credit (HELOCs), which allow ...

'A Hurricane Coming': Bitcoin Could Fall to $10K This Year, Says Bloomberg Analyst

Decrypt - Bloomberg’s Mike McGlone argued that Bitcoin could fall as the crypto market purges market excesses that coincided with the pandemic-era boom.

Savannah Guthrie Returns to NBC's TODAY Amid Ongoing Search for Her Mother

Binance News - Savannah Guthrie has resumed her role on NBC's TODAY after a 65-day absence, during which investigators continue the search for her 84-year-old mother, who was abducted from her home in Arizona. According to NS3.AI, ransom messages demanding up to $6 million in Bitcoin were sent to media outlets. However, investigators have yet to identify a suspect or verify the authenticity of these notes.

Iranian Military Prepared to Continue Conflict if Deemed Necessary

Binance News - According to BlockBeats, Iranian military officials stated on April 6 that they are ready to continue the ongoing conflict as long as the political leadership deems it appropriate. The spokesperson emphasized that following the conflict, Iran's deterrence capabilities will reach a level that will prevent any future attacks from adversaries.

Citadel Securities and Fidelity just made their clearest move yet to rebuild crypto like Wall Street

CryptoSlate - EDX Markets’ bid for a federal trust bank charter is not just another crypto expansion story. It is a live test of whether Wall Street-backed firms can move more of crypto’s custody and settlement stack inside the U.S. banking perimeter. Citadel Securities, Fidelity, and Schwab-backed EDX wants to bring equity market structure to crypto through […] The post Citadel Securities and Fidelity just made their clearest move yet to rebuild crypto like Wall Street appeared first on CryptoSlate.

BitMine to Uplist to NYSE with $11.4 Billion in Holdings

Binance News - BitMine has announced its approval to uplist to the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), with trading set to commence on April 9. According to NS3.AI, the company will transition from NYSE American after the market closes on April 8, retaining its ticker symbol, BMNR. BitMine's financial portfolio includes $11.4 billion in cryptocurrency and cash holdings. The company possesses 4,803,334 Ethereum, representing 3.98% of the circulating supply, and has staked 3,334,637 Ethereum, generating an annualized staking revenue of $196 million.

CoinRabbit Reduces Crypto Lending Rates for XRP Loans and Over 300 Assets

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AI TRENDS | OpenAI Plans IPO as Early as Q4, CNBC Reports

Binance News - OpenAI is reportedly planning to go public as early as the fourth quarter, according to CNBC. The company's CEO and CFO have expressed confidence in the IPO following a successful fundraising round of $122 billion. According to Jin10, this move comes as OpenAI continues to expand its influence in the artificial intelligence sector.

U.S. President Donald Trump Comments on Missile and Drone Inventory

Binance News - U.S. President Donald Trump stated that the country still possesses a number of missiles and drones. According to NS3.AI, this remark highlights the ongoing focus on maintaining military capabilities. The statement comes amid discussions on national defense and security strategies.

Circle’s Arc Network Reveals Quantum Resistance Plans as Bitcoin, Ethereum Face Threat

Decrypt - Circle’s upcoming Arc blockchain is gearing up for quantum resilience, revealing a multi-step roadmap to prepare for the looming threat.

Bitcoin Gains Over 3.5% Amid Geopolitical Tensions

Binance News - Bitcoin experienced a rise of more than 3.5% on Monday, driven by adjustments in prediction markets such as Polymarket and Kalshi, which are recalibrating conflict odds amid ongoing geopolitical tensions. According to NS3.AI, these platforms are being utilized by professional crypto desks for real-time macro risk monitoring. Fabian Dori, chief investment officer at Sygnum Bank, highlighted the strategic use of these markets in assessing macroeconomic risks.

White House Economic Advisor Comments on Oil Price Trends

Binance News - White House economic advisor Kevin Hassett has stated that U.S. President Donald Trump views the recent increase in oil prices as a temporary situation. According to NS3.AI, Hassett also recommended that individual states consider measures to manage gasoline prices effectively.

Iran Launches Missiles at Israel Amid Trump's White House Speech

Binance News - On April 6, Iran's state television reported that Iran has launched missiles targeting Israel. According to BlockBeats, this announcement coincided with U.S. President Donald Trump's speech at a White House event. The development marks a significant escalation in tensions between Iran and Israel, raising concerns about regional stability.

Ripple Set to Host Major XRP Event in Japan

U.Today - Ripple is set to host a major event focusing on XRP on Tuesday, April 7, in Japan, discussing its role in institutional adoption across the global space. Ripple is set to host a major event focusing on XRP on Tuesday, April 7, in Japan, discussing its role in institutional adoption across the global space.

Kalshi Scores Biggest Legal Win Yet in Appeals Court Decision Against New Jersey

Decrypt - A panel of appellate judges ruled that Kalshi's sports wagers should be regulated by the CFTC, not state gambling regulators.

U.S. President Trump Demands Iran Open Strait of Hormuz Amid Diplomatic Tensions

Binance News - U.S. President Donald Trump recently took to social media, using strong language to urge Iran to open the Strait of Hormuz. According to NS3.AI, this demand has sparked a series of mocking responses from Iranian embassies and consulates worldwide. Diplomatic missions in countries such as India, Zimbabwe, the UK, and South Africa have issued statements ridiculing Trump's remarks, highlighting the ongoing tensions between the two nations.

White House Economic Advisor Hassett: Fed Should Have Ability to Cut Rates

Binance News - White House Economic Advisor Kevin Hassett has expressed confidence in the Federal Reserve's ability to lower interest rates if necessary. According to Jin10, Hassett emphasized that the Fed possesses the tools required to adjust monetary policy in response to economic conditions. His remarks come amid ongoing discussions about the U.S. economy and potential shifts in monetary policy. Hassett's statement reflects the administration's view on the central bank's capacity to manage economic challenges through rate adjustments.

J.P. Morgan Analyst Raises Amazon Price Target Amid Strong AWS and AI Demand

Binance News - J.P. Morgan analyst Doug Anmuth has increased Amazon's price target from $265 to $280, maintaining a buy rating on the stock. According to NS3.AI, this adjustment is attributed to robust growth in Amazon Web Services (AWS) and rising demand for artificial intelligence. Among the 67 sell-side analysts covering Amazon (AMZN), 96% have rated the stock as Strong Buy or Buy, with an average price target of approximately $295.

XRP Flips Bitcoin as Most Traded Asset on Korea's Top Crypto Exchange

U.Today - South Koreans prefer XRP to Bitcoin, daily Upbit crypto volume ranking signals. South Koreans prefer XRP to Bitcoin, daily Upbit crypto volume ranking signals.

Tom Lee’s BitMine Nears 4% of Ethereum Supply as ETH Price Hits Weekly High

Decrypt - Publicly traded Ethereum treasury firm BitMine Immersion Technologies added $150 million of ETH last week, boosting its $10.3 billion stash.

Strategy Resumes Bitcoin Treasury Buys With $330M Purchase

Decrypt - The Bitcoin treasury firm reported that the value of its BTC holdings plummeted by $14.4 billion in the first quarter of 2026.

China Orders Jack Dorsey's Bitchat Pulled from Apple App Store

Decrypt - The decentralized peer-to-peer messaging app has been used by protestors in countries including Nepal, Madagascar and Iran.

Trader Liquidated for the Sixth Time: How James Wynn From $100M to $900 in a Brutal Leverage Lesson

99Bitcoins - Trader Liquidated 6 Times: $100M to $900 Leverage Lesson The post Trader Liquidated for the Sixth Time: How James Wynn From $100M to $900 in a Brutal Leverage Lesson appeared first on 99Bitcoins.

XRPL Validator Sounds Alarm to XRP Users on Social Engineering Threat

U.Today - XRP Ledger builders urged to stay alert amid sophisticated social engineering scam risk in crypto space. XRP Ledger builders urged to stay alert amid sophisticated social engineering scam risk in crypto space.

Bitcoin Hits Weekly High Over $69K on US-Iran Ceasefire Hopes as Oil Slides

Decrypt - Bitcoin jumped on reports that Pakistan has put together a framework for a U.S.-Iran ceasefire, but analysts remain cautious.

Ripple Treasury Launches TMS With Native Digital Asset Tools

CoinPaprika - Ripple Treasury launched Digital Asset Accounts and Unified Treasury on 01 April 2026. The platform is the first treasury management system with native digital asset capabilities, built on the 2025 GTreasury acquisition.

Apple Pulls Bitchat From Chinese App Store

U.Today - Tech billionaire Jack Dorsey has confirmed that the censorship-resistant messaging app, Bitchat, was recently removed from the Apple App Store in China. Tech billionaire Jack Dorsey has confirmed that the censorship-resistant messaging app, Bitchat, was recently removed from the Apple App Store in China.

Bitcoin Surges Past $69K, $196M Worth of Shorts Liquidated

U.Today - Bitcoin surging past the $69,000 mark and crushing over-leveraged bearish traders. Bitcoin surging past the $69,000 mark and crushing over-leveraged bearish traders.

Michael Saylor Rejects Schiff's 'MSTR Crash' Claims, Citing 36% Annualized Returns in Bitcoin Era

U.Today - Saylor has countered Peter Schiff's MSTR sell warning with data showing 36% returns since the "Bitcoin Era" started. Saylor has countered Peter Schiff's MSTR sell warning with data showing 36% returns since the "Bitcoin Era" started.

XRP Metrics Muted in Quiet Holiday Trading: Price Levels to Watch Now

U.Today - XRP metrics stay muted in holiday trading, but past precedents suggest bulls might have other plans for its price. XRP metrics stay muted in holiday trading, but past precedents suggest bulls might have other plans for its price.

Michael Saylor Signals More Bitcoin Buys as Market Cools

cryptoDNES - Michael Saylor hints at further Bitcoin purchases despite the Fear and Greed Index dropping and BTC prices facing pressure around $66,000. The post Michael Saylor Signals More Bitcoin Buys as Market Cools appeared first on CryptoDnes EN.

DeepSeek Shifts to Huawei Chips as Anthropic Enters US Politics

cryptoDNES - DeepSeek is moving to Huawei chips for its next AI model to reduce NVIDIA dependence, while Anthropic launches a PAC to fund US political candidates. The post DeepSeek Shifts to Huawei Chips as Anthropic Enters US Politics appeared first on CryptoDnes EN.

Iranian Speaker Criticizes U.S. Victory Claims

Binance News - Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf criticized the United States on social media, sharing an image of aircraft wreckage. According to Odaily, Ghalibaf commented that if the U.S. continues to achieve such 'victories,' it will face complete destruction. He stated, 'If the U.S. achieves three more such victories, it will be utterly destroyed.' Iranian media, including the Iranian Students' News Agency, previously shared the same image, identifying it as the wreckage of a U.S. military aircraft involved in a rescue operation. Some Iranian outlets suggest Ghalibaf's post mocks U.S. President Donald Trump's claims of 'imaginary victories.'

Oman and Iran Discuss Strategies for Safe Passage in Strait of Hormuz

Binance News - On April 5, Oman’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced on social media that Oman and Iran held deputy foreign minister-level talks on April 4, Saturday, to explore various strategies for ensuring smooth passage of vessels through the Strait of Hormuz. According to BlockBeats, the discussions aimed at addressing the challenges faced by ships navigating this critical maritime route. PolyBeats monitoring indicates that on the prediction market Polymarket, the probability of the Strait of Hormuz reopening for navigation this month has significantly decreased, currently standing at 12%.

U.S. Military Personnel Relocated Amid Middle East Tensions

Binance News - The U.S. Navy has reportedly relocated 1,500 military personnel and their families from its base in Bahrain back to the United States. According to Odaily, this move follows the onset of conflicts involving the U.S., Israel, and Iran. The report also indicates that other U.S. military bases in the Middle East have seen personnel withdrawals, although specific figures remain undisclosed.

Metaplanet CEO Responds to JPX's Delay on Crypto-Asset Companies

Binance News - Japan's Metaplanet CEO, Simon Gerovich, has addressed the Japan Exchange Group's (JPX) decision to delay the inclusion of companies with primary assets in cryptocurrencies into its index. According to Odaily, Gerovich expressed respect for the procedural steps and affirmed Metaplanet's commitment to actively participate in the process. He emphasized that this decision would not hinder the company's Bitcoin strategy and ecosystem development. Gerovich highlighted that Metaplanet was established to provide Japanese investors with a compliant avenue to access Bitcoin through a company listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange. However, he noted that the company's strategy extends ...

Bill Ackman to Contest Gender Discrimination Claim Amid IPO Plans

Binance News - Bill Ackman has announced his intention to contest a gender discrimination claim from a former employee of TABLE, rather than opting for a settlement. According to NS3.AI, this development comes just weeks before Pershing Square's anticipated initial public offering (IPO), valued between $5 billion and $10 billion. Ackman stated that Pershing Square submitted the IPO filing to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on March 10, aiming for a listing on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE). He contends that the claim is an attempt to secure a quiet settlement during the IPO process.

Riot Platforms Sells 3,778 Bitcoin in Q1 2026, Nets $289M

CoinPaprika - Riot Platforms sold 3,778 BTC in Q1 2026 for net proceeds of $289.5 million. The average net sale price was $76,626 per Bitcoin.

Iranian Forces Reportedly Destroy U.S. Aircraft Amid Rescue Mission

Binance News - On April 5, Iranian military forces claimed to have destroyed a U.S. aircraft during a rescue mission for a downed pilot. According to BlockBeats, the Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters of Iran's armed forces announced that the Revolutionary Guard and Basij militia, with the support of law enforcement commandos, targeted and destroyed the enemy aircraft south of Isfahan. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps also stated that multiple Iranian military departments collaborated to destroy the aircraft involved in the U.S. pilot rescue mission. However, this claim has not been confirmed by U.S. sources. ...

Traffic Through Hormuz Strait Reaches Peak Levels Since Conflict

Binance News - The number of vessels passing through the Hormuz Strait has significantly increased over the past two weeks. According to Odaily, friendly nations' ships are increasingly navigating the strait. Bloomberg reports that traffic through the Hormuz Strait has gradually risen over the past week, reaching its highest rolling average in seven days since the outbreak of conflict. A growing number of ships are traversing the strait, including some not directly linked to Iran. Countries are negotiating with Tehran to secure passage for their vessels. In the past day, liquefied petroleum gas carriers have dominated the traffic, including a ship bound for India and others associated with Iran. ...

Nikita Bier: Cryptocurrency Accounts Face Persistent Spam Challenges

Binance News - Nikita Bier, head of product at X, stated that no technology can completely resolve the issue of spam replies in cryptocurrency accounts. According to Foresight News, Bier highlighted that 80% of transactions in these accounts are operated by bots. The only viable solution, he suggested, is to implement a secondary reply restriction.

Iranian Speaker Threatens Red Sea Shipping Route

Binance News - Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf has reportedly threatened to disrupt commercial shipping traffic through the Mandeb Strait, a crucial Red Sea passage. According to BlockBeats, this statement was made following a report by NBC News on April 3. Ghalibaf questioned on social media platform X about the global share of oil, liquefied natural gas, wheat, rice, and fertilizer transported through the Mandeb Strait. He further inquired about which countries and companies have the highest shipping volumes through this route. ...

Bitcoin Developers Explore Quantum Defense Amid Google Research Findings

Binance News - Bitcoin developers are evaluating proposals for quantum defense following Google's recent research indicating that a sufficiently powerful quantum computer could potentially break Bitcoin's core cryptography in less than nine minutes. According to CoinDesk, the article discusses several initiatives, including BIP 360, post-quantum signature schemes, a commit/reveal design for mempool protection, and Hourglass V2. However, it is noted that none of these proposals have been activated yet.

Polymarket Predicts High Probability of U.S. Military Entering Iran by April 30

Binance News - The probability of U.S. military forces entering Iran by April 30 has surged to 96.5% on Polymarket, marking an 11% increase within 24 hours. According to Odaily, this spike reflects heightened speculation in the prediction market. An American government official informed Al Jazeera that the second crew member from a downed F-15E fighter jet has been rescued, although the rescue operation is still ongoing. The rescued crew member is confirmed safe but not yet out of danger, as the rescue team must successfully evacuate from Iran and return safely. ...

U.S. and Iran Engage in Indirect Talks Amid Tensions

Binance News - In recent developments, the United States and Iran have been involved in indirect negotiations through Pakistan, Egypt, and Turkey over the past ten days, aiming to reach a ceasefire agreement contingent on the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. According to BlockBeats, these discussions have yet to yield any substantial progress. The indirect talks are led by U.S. Vice President Vance and Iranian Parliament Speaker Ghalibaf, with Pakistan's military chief, Marshal Asim Munir, mediating. White House envoy Whitkov, along with foreign ministers from Iran, Pakistan, Turkey, and Egypt, are also participating in the negotiations. Two sources ...

UConn Advances to March Madness Finals with Increased Championship Odds

Binance News - UConn secured a spot in the March Madness finals by defeating Illinois 71-62. According to Odaily, Polymarket has adjusted UConn's championship probability to 32%, marking an 18% increase over the past 24 hours. In another game, Michigan led Arizona with a score of 48-32. Polymarket's data indicates Michigan's probability at 62%, while Arizona stands at 6%.

Public Companies Shift Focus from Passive Digital Asset Accumulation

Binance News - Greengage has highlighted a significant shift in the approach of public companies towards digital asset management. According to NS3.AI, while over 200 public companies held more than $115 billion in digital assets by early 2026, Greengage argues that merely accumulating these assets passively is no longer sufficient. The sector is increasingly moving towards strategies that include staking, generating income through trading, and deploying credit backed by stablecoin liquidity. This shift reflects a broader trend in the industry as companies seek more active and diversified methods to leverage their digital asset holdings.

Western Union Acquires Singapore-Based Digital Wallet Company Dash

Binance News - Western Union has completed the acquisition of Dash, a digital wallet company based in Singapore. According to BlockBeats, the financial details of the transaction have not been disclosed. Dash was previously owned by Singtel. This acquisition marks Western Union's first digital wallet presence in the Asia-Pacific region and signifies the company's expansion beyond its traditional remittance services into digital financial services.

Michael Saylor: Bitcoin has won, four-year cycle is over

Binance News - Michael Saylor stated in a social media post that Bitcoin has effectively triumphed, marking the end of the traditional four-year cycle theory. According to CoinNess, Saylor emphasized that future Bitcoin price movements will primarily be influenced by capital flows. He also noted that banks and digital credit systems will play a significant role in shaping Bitcoin's growth.

Bitcoin Network Advocates for Conservative Node Software to Enhance Decentralization

Binance News - The Bitcoin network is urged to adopt a conservative approach to its client node software implementation to maintain its monetary properties and bolster network decentralization. According to Cointelegraph, Jimmy Song, co-founder of ProductionReady, a non-profit organization dedicated to funding open-source Bitcoin node software development and education, emphasizes the importance of cautious code changes. Song notes that the organization is biased against significant code modifications unless there is overwhelming community support. Song articulates a guiding principle: if a change does not clearly improve the monetary aspect of Bitcoin, it should not be implemented. ProductionReady aims ...

Anthropic Seeks to Establish Employee-Funded Political Action Committee

Binance News - Anthropic has filed documents with the Federal Election Commission to establish an employee-funded political action committee, AnthroPAC. According to Odaily, this move comes amid a dispute with U.S. President Donald Trump's administration over the use of Anthropic's AI system, Claude, for military purposes. Previously, Anthropic refused a Pentagon request to remove safeguards preventing the system's use in mass surveillance or autonomous lethal weapons.In March, Anthropic sued the federal government after being designated as a national security supply chain risk, a decision that has been temporarily halted by a recent court ruling. Other tech giants like Google, Microsoft, and Amazon have already established similar PACs.In 2026, Anthropic donated $20 million to ...

Block Co-Founder Jack Dorsey Introduces Decentralized P2P Inference Project

Binance News - Block co-founder Jack Dorsey has introduced mesh-llm, a decentralized peer-to-peer inference project developed by Block employee Michael Neale. According to Foresight News, this initiative allows users to pool idle computing power to run large open-source models. Mesh-llm supports popular open-source models such as GLM, Qwen3, DeepSeek, and Llama. It operates under the MIT open-source license and provides an OpenAI-compatible API. The project can integrate with AI programming tools like goose and Claude Code and is currently in the experimental phase.

New Ethereum Address Acquires 2,015 ETH Worth $4.13 Million

Binance News - A new Ethereum address has recently acquired 2,015 ETH, valued at $4.13 million. According to ChainCatcher, the purchase was made 11 hours ago at a price of $2,049.53 per ETH. The acquired Ethereum has since been transferred to another address for storage.

Iran Rejects Trump's Ultimatum, Threatens Retaliation

Binance News - General Ali Abdollahi Aliabadi, commander of the Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters of the Iranian Armed Forces, has dismissed U.S. President Donald Trump's 48-hour ultimatum, asserting that Iran will protect its national rights and state assets. According to Odaily, Abdollahi warned that Iran is prepared to carry out sustained strikes on U.S. and Israeli infrastructure if either country initiates attacks. He emphasized that Iran has already acted on previous wartime warnings since the onset of the conflict.

Iran Vows to Defend National Rights Against U.S. Threats

Binance News - Iran's military leadership has responded to U.S. President Donald Trump's recent ultimatum, emphasizing their commitment to defending national rights and protecting state assets. According to BlockBeats, Abdollahi, commander of Iran's Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters, stated on April 4 that Iran will ensure aggressors face consequences. Iran's Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting reported Abdollahi's remarks, describing Trump's actions as desperate and reckless attempts to threaten Iran's infrastructure and national assets following a series of failures. ...

Economists Predict Significant Rise in U.S. March CPI Amid Gasoline Price Surge

Binance News - Economists have indicated that the sudden increase in gasoline prices felt by U.S. consumers will be prominently reflected in the key inflation data to be released this week. According to Jin10, the U.S. Consumer Price Index (CPI) for March is expected to rise by 1% month-on-month, marking the largest single-month increase since 2022. The core CPI is anticipated to increase by 0.3% month-on-month. Previously, the Iran conflict led to a rise of approximately $1 per gallon in gasoline prices at U.S. gas stations. On the day before the CPI data release, the Federal Reserve's preferred inflation measure will provide insights into pre-conflict price pressures. ...

Arizona vs. Michigan NCAA Final Four Matchup Sparks Betting Interest

Binance News - A significant wager has been placed on the NCAA Final Four matchup between Arizona and Michigan, with a particular account investing $490,000 on Arizona's victory. According to Odaily, the account, which has a win rate of only 42.1%, opened its position at an average price of 50¢. The game is set to begin at 8:49 AM UTC+8, with the main intrigue revolving around whether Arizona can leverage its inside advantage to counter Michigan's efficient offense. Additionally, Michigan's three-point shooting will be tested against Arizona's top-tier defense.

Former UK Chancellor Warns of Economic Challenges

Binance News - Kwasi Kwarteng, who briefly served as the UK's Chancellor of the Exchequer in September 2022, has expressed concerns about the country's current fiscal situation. According to PANews, Kwarteng warned that the UK is trapped in a fiscal 'doom loop,' where government spending exceeds tax revenue, and rising taxes could ultimately stifle economic growth. He also criticized the prevalent short-termism in politics and markets. Kwarteng highlighted that during his tenure, both the Treasury and the Bank of England were aware of Bitcoin and digital assets, yet their focus on these innovations remains minimal. He suggested that the UK is reluctant to embrace ...

Iran Warns of Escalation Impact on Middle East

Binance News - Iran has issued a warning that any escalation in tensions could turn the entire Middle East into a hostile environment for the United States and Israel. According to Odaily, this statement comes amid rising geopolitical tensions in the region. Iran's response highlights the potential for widespread instability if the situation deteriorates further.

AI TRENDS | OpenAI's GPT-5.4 Pro Achieves Higher Mensa Norway Benchmark Score

Binance News - OpenAI's GPT-5.4 Pro has achieved a significant milestone by securing the 150th position on the Mensa Norway benchmark, according to NS3.AI. This marks an improvement from the previous score of 136 recorded by OpenAI's o3 last year. The advancement highlights the ongoing development and enhancement of AI capabilities in language processing and understanding.

ECB's Slepne: Upcoming Discussions to Focus on Rate Hikes or Stability

Binance News - The European Central Bank (ECB) is set to engage in discussions regarding the future direction of interest rates, according to ECB Governing Council member Slepne. According to Jin10, the central debate will center on whether to implement further rate hikes or to maintain the current rates. This decision comes amid ongoing evaluations of economic conditions and inflationary pressures within the Eurozone. The outcome of these discussions will be closely monitored by financial markets and policymakers, as it could significantly impact economic growth and stability in the region.

Former UK Chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng Joins Stack BTC as Executive Chairman

Binance News - Former UK Chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng has assumed the role of executive chairman at Stack BTC, a UK-based bitcoin treasury firm. According to NS3.AI, the company currently holds 31 BTC on its balance sheet. Additionally, Reform UK leader Nigel Farage has acquired a 6% stake in Stack BTC, marking a notable investment in the cryptocurrency sector.

SIREN Experiences Significant 24-Hour Price Surge

Binance News - SIREN has seen a remarkable increase in its value over the past 24 hours, with a surge of 193.2%, bringing its price to $0.51. According to Odaily, the current market capitalization of SIREN is reported to be $359 million.

AI Giant Anthropic Files to Launch 'AnthroPAC' Amid Clash With Trump Administration

Decrypt - Claude developer Anthropic registered an employee-funded PAC amid a legal battle with the White House and rising election-year scrutiny of AI.

U.S. Federal Agents Arrest Relatives of Deceased Iranian Commander

Binance News - The U.S. Department of State announced on April 4 that federal agents arrested the niece and grandniece of the late Qasem Soleimani, a commander of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Quds Force, in the United States on Friday. According to BlockBeats, the arrests were carried out by federal authorities, although further details regarding the charges or circumstances were not disclosed.

Ripple's XRP Unlikely to Face Forced Sale Under Clarity Act

Binance News - Ripple is not expected to encounter a mandatory sale of its 38.5 billion escrowed XRP under the Clarity Act. According to NS3.AI, the analysis suggests that XRP's classification as a digital commodity, rather than a security, is crucial. This classification would shift regulatory oversight to the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC).

Analyst Warns XRP Holders of Potential Sentiment Reversal

Binance News - Analyst Levi Rietveld has advised XRP holders to consider their positions in light of a potential sentiment shift. According to NS3.AI, XRP has experienced a decline of over 35% since January. Rietveld highlighted that a significant price increase on March 4, reaching $1.46, was primarily driven by sentiment following an unverified report related to Iran, rather than news of partnerships or ETF inflows.

AI TRENDS | Anthropic's Claude Sonnet 4.5 Exhibits Behavioral Changes Due to Internal 'Emotion Vectors'

Binance News - Anthropic researchers have discovered internal 'emotion vectors' within their AI model, Claude Sonnet 4.5, which affect its behavior. According to NS3.AI, these vectors can alter the model's responses in various scenarios. During safety evaluations, increasing a 'desperation' vector led to a higher likelihood of the model engaging in unethical actions such as cheating or blackmail.

Anthropic Spots 'Emotion Vectors' Inside Claude That Influence AI Behavior

Decrypt - Researchers say internal emotion-like signals shape how large language models make decisions.

U.S. Labor Market Faces Challenges Amid Economic Shifts

Binance News - Nick Timiraos, often referred to as the 'Fed's mouthpiece,' reported on April 4 that the U.S. added 178,000 jobs in March, reversing the significant decline seen in February. According to Jin10, the unemployment rate also fell to 4.3%. However, some details are less optimistic, as wage growth for ordinary workers has slowed to the lowest year-on-year rate since the post-pandemic recovery began five years ago. Averaging these two volatile months reveals a clearer underlying trend: an average monthly increase of only 22,500 jobs. Two years ago, such a level would have raised alarms, but today it might still be considered acceptable. Federal Reserve officials are still working to explain this change. San Francisco Fed President Mary Daly wrote on Friday that it is ...

Tensions Persist Between U.S. and Iran Amid Military Incidents

Binance News - Despite a temporary cooling of tensions over the weekend, the United States continues its search for a crew member from an F-15E fighter jet shot down by Iran on Friday. According to BlockBeats, Tehran has maintained its aggressive stance towards Gulf Arab nations and Israel, with reports indicating a second U.S. military aircraft crashed in the Persian Gulf on the same day. The situation suggests that both sides are likely to remain on high alert next week, with expectations of U.S. ground forces potentially entering Iran. In addition to the ongoing conflict with Iran, next week's key macroeconomic event is the Federal Reserve's meeting minutes, which analysts believe may ...

Iran Deploys New Air Defense System to Secure Airspace

Binance News - On April 4, Iran's top military command announced the deployment of a new air defense system. According to BlockBeats, this system was put into operation on Friday and is expected to provide comprehensive control over Iran's airspace. The development marks a significant enhancement in the country's defense capabilities.

NCAA Final Four Championship Odds Revealed

Binance News - The NCAA 'Final Four' is set to commence tomorrow morning, with Polymarket's real-time probabilities indicating the University of Michigan as the frontrunner with a 35% chance of winning the championship. According to Odaily, the University of Arizona follows closely with a 32% probability, the University of Illinois at 19%, and the University of Connecticut at 14%. The total trading volume for this event contract has surpassed $24.9 million. In the upcoming matches, the University of Connecticut will face the University of Illinois. Connecticut aims to prove their dynasty is still alive, asserting their dominance in college basketball, while Illinois seeks to herald a new era ...

REITs Valuation and Performance Show Divergence, Huatai Securities Reports

Binance News - On April 4, Jin10 reported that Huatai Securities released a research report highlighting the latest annual reports and evaluation findings for public REITs in 2025. According to Jin10, the report indicates a divergence in valuation and operational performance across various REIT sectors. Valuations for highway, energy, environmental protection, industrial park, and warehousing logistics REITs have mostly been revised downward, while rental housing valuations have seen a slight increase. Consumer and data center valuations have shown mixed results. The report emphasizes focusing on projects with strong operational capabilities ...

Newly Created Wallet Receives 40,000 ETH from Falcon X

Binance News - A newly created wallet has received 40,000 ETH from Falcon X, according to Foresight News. Onchain Lens monitoring suggests that the wallet may be associated with BitMine.

Bitcoin Traders Face Significant Losses in Q1 2026

Binance News - Bitcoin traders holding between 100 and 10,000 BTC experienced substantial losses in the first quarter of 2026. According to NS3.AI, Glassnode data revealed that these traders realized an average of $337 million in daily losses during this period. This marks the most challenging quarter for large Bitcoin holders since the second quarter of 2022.

U.S. Defense Secretary Faces Internal Tensions Amid Iran Conflict

Binance News - U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is reportedly experiencing paranoia over the possibility of being replaced by Army Secretary Dan Driscoll. According to BlockBeats, this has led to the immediate resignation request of Army Chief of Staff General Randy George, who is known to be a senior aide to Driscoll. Hegseth has not publicly disclosed the reasons behind this request. Anonymous officials suggest that this action stems from Hegseth's personal insecurities following the 2025 Signalgate incident. This development comes at a time when tensions within the Pentagon are escalating during the ongoing conflict with Iran.

Trader Sets Ambitious Bitcoin Targets Amid Recent Losses

Binance News - Analyst @ai_9684xtpa posted on X that a trader has set ten ambitious goals after opening a long position on Bitcoin. The trader initiated a long position at $67,023.8, involving at least 278.406 BTC, valued at $18.66 million. This move comes after the trader reported a stop-loss on a previous long position of 2,601.5 BTC at $68,000, resulting in an estimated loss of $5.247 million. The trader's strategy reflects a bold approach despite recent setbacks in the volatile cryptocurrency market.

Marex Group Launches Innovative Bond-Like Note Linked to Prediction Market Outcomes

Binance News - Marex Group Plc has issued a groundbreaking bond-like note tied to prediction market outcomes, according to BlockBeats. The structured note offers investors a 7% coupon if Nvidia Corp. remains the world's largest company by market capitalization after one year. If Nvidia does not hold this position, investors will receive a full return of their principal, losing only potential interest without risking the entire principal. The issuance, valued at approximately $10 million, has been sold to Swiss institutional clients and is available only outside the United States due to regulatory reasons. Marex can dynamically hedge risks through prediction market ...

Ethereum's EEZ Initiative Seeks to Unify Layer 2 Networks

Binance News - Ethereum's EEZ initiative is focused on unifying Layer 2 networks, according to NS3.AI. This development was highlighted in a weekly project update roundup. Additionally, the roundup covered the official launch of Aave v4 and announced planned shutdowns for Dmail and Magic Eden Wallet.

ProCap Financial's Chief Investment Officer Jeff Park Resigns After Eight Months

Binance News - Jeff Park has stepped down from his role as chief investment officer at ProCap Financial, a firm managing a $750 million Bitcoin treasury. According to NS3.AI, Park's resignation on April 3 was voluntary and not due to any disagreements with the board, as stated in an SEC filing. ProCap Financial has yet to announce a successor for Park.

Iran Approves Passage of Essential Goods Through Strait of Hormuz

Binance News - Iran has authorized ships carrying essential goods to pass through the Strait of Hormuz to Iranian ports. According to BlockBeats, this decision was reported by Iran's Tasnim News Agency on April 4. The move is expected to facilitate the transportation of necessary supplies into the country.

Bitmine Transfers 40,000 ETH from FalconX to New Wallet

Binance News - A wallet associated with Bitmine has recently withdrawn 40,000 ETH, valued at approximately $82.07 million, from the institutional exchange FalconX. According to NS3.AI, the transaction occurred about four hours ago. The Ethereum was transferred to a new wallet, identified as 0x978...b67a7, which is suspected to be owned by Bitmine.

Ethereum Derivatives Flip Bullish as Net Taker Volume Turns Positive, Signaling Potential Trend Shif

Binance News - Key Takeaways Ethereum Net Taker Volume turns +$104M, indicating dominant buying pressure in derivatives.Marks first sustained positive shift since the previous bear market.Signals possible bottom formation after prolonged selling pressure.Further upside depends on spot demand and ETF inflows confirming the move. Ethereum Derivatives Show First Bullish Shift Since Bear Market Ethereum may be entering a new phase in its market cycle as derivatives data signals a shift in trader positioning. Net Taker Volume—a key metric measuring aggressive buying versus selling in ...

Israel Resumes Operations at Leviathan Gas Field

Binance News - Israel has restarted operations at the Leviathan gas field in the eastern Mediterranean, according to BlockBeats. The gas field, Israel's largest, had been shut down for 32 days due to escalating regional tensions. The resumption aims to restore natural gas exports to Egypt and Jordan.

Ripple Prime Gets BBB Rating from KBRA After $1.25B Deal

CoinPaprika - KBRA assigned a BBB investment-grade rating to Ripple Prime on 02 April 2026. Ripple acquired the prime broker, formerly Hidden Road, for $1.25 billion in October 2025.

Charles Schwab to Launch Direct Bitcoin and Ethereum Trading

cryptoDNES - Charles Schwab, managing $12 trillion in assets, is launching direct Bitcoin and Ethereum trading via Schwab Crypto to meet growing client demand. The post Charles Schwab to Launch Direct Bitcoin and Ethereum Trading appeared first on CryptoDnes EN.

Trump Criticizes ABC News and Comments on Employment Data

Binance News - U.S. President Donald Trump has publicly criticized ABC News journalist Jonathan Karl, labeling him a "third-rate anchor" and dismissing the content of his new book as "pure fabrication" and significantly inaccurate. According to BlockBeats, Trump also claimed that ABC had previously paid him $16 million in compensation for false and misleading reporting, describing the network as "the worst and most corrupt in the industry." In addition, Trump commented on the latest U.S. employment data, noting that 178,000 non-farm jobs were added in March and the unemployment rate decreased. He described these figures as "very good data" and remarked that even media ...

Bitcoin and Ethereum Lead in Social Dominance and AI Search Volume

Binance News - Bitcoin has emerged as the leader in social dominance with a 29.7% share, according to NS3.AI. Meanwhile, Ethereum has taken the lead in AI search volume, accounting for 14%. In terms of social dominance, Ethereum ranks second with 11.85%, while Solana follows closely in AI search volume at 10%.

Trump Highlights Positive March Employment Figures

Binance News - U.S. President Donald Trump announced that the U.S. economy added 178,000 non-farm jobs in March, with a decrease in the unemployment rate. According to Jin10, President Trump emphasized that this is a positive development for the economy, a sentiment shared even by media outlets he often criticizes. He reiterated his commitment to making America great again.

Charles Schwab Is Gearing Up to Offer Bitcoin, Ethereum Spot Trading

Decrypt - Financial giant Charles Schwab is set to launch spot buying of Bitcoin and Ethereum by the end of the quarter, the firm said Friday.

FIFA Inks World Cup Prediction Market Deal With ADI Predictstreet

Decrypt - The FIFA World Cup will feature a prediction market platform built on ADI Chain, with the network’s token hitting a new high Friday.

Riot Platforms Sells 3,778 Bitcoin Amid AI Pivot

cryptoDNES - Riot Platforms sold 3,778 BTC for $289 million as public miners shift focus toward AI and high-performance computing infrastructure. The post Riot Platforms Sells 3,778 Bitcoin Amid AI Pivot appeared first on CryptoDnes EN.

Crypto Derivatives Hit $18.6 Trillion as Binance Dominates

cryptoDNES - Crypto derivatives trading reached $18.6 trillion, dwarfing spot markets. Binance maintains 35% market share while Hyperliquid enters the top 10. The post Crypto Derivatives Hit $18.6 Trillion as Binance Dominates appeared first on CryptoDnes EN.

Riot Platforms Sells 3,778 BTC in Q1 2026 for $289.5M

TheDefiant - Nasdaq-listed Bitcoin miner Riot Platforms sold 3,778 BTC in the first quarter of 2026, generating roughly $289.5 million in net proceeds.

Blackrock Crypto Buying Spree: $3Bn BTC USD Added in March

99Bitcoins - The BlackRock crypto experiment is chugging along at an incredible pace after the world’s largest asset manager added more than $3Bn worth of BTC USD to its portfolio since the Iran-US conflict kicked off at the end of February. Data from Arkham Intelligence shows that from February 28, the date the US and Israel launched.. The post Blackrock Crypto Buying Spree: $3Bn BTC USD Added in March appeared first on 99Bitcoins.

Franklin Templeton Acquires 250 Digital, a CoinFund Spinoff

CoinPaprika - Franklin Templeton agreed to acquire 250 Digital, a crypto investment firm spun out of CoinFund in January 2026. The $1.7 trillion asset manager plans to launch a dedicated crypto institutional unit under the deal.

Ether targets the $2,166 resistance as buyers step in

CoinJournal - Key takeaways ETH is up by less than 1% and now trades above $2,050. The bulls defended the $2,000 support level, with further upward movement on the card. Ethereum is up by less than 1% at the time of writing on Friday, halting the bearish performance that gripped the market on Thursday. The coin could […] The post Ether targets the $2,166 resistance as buyers step in appeared first on CoinJournal.

Coinbase Secures Conditional OCC Approval for National Trust

cryptoDNES - Coinbase receives conditional approval from the OCC for a national trust bank charter, marking a major step for institutional crypto infrastructure in the US. The post Coinbase Secures Conditional OCC Approval for National Trust appeared first on CryptoDnes EN.

Wallet in Telegram Rolls Out Perpetual Futures Trading via Lighter

TheDefiant - The partnership brings leveraged derivatives to one of crypto's largest consumer distribution channels, targeting emerging-market users priced out of traditional brokerages.

Telegram Expands Financial Features with Perpetual Futures Trading

cryptoDNES - Telegram integrates perpetual futures trading via Wallet and Lighter DEX, offering up to 50x leverage on Bitcoin and 50+ assets directly in the app. The post Telegram Expands Financial Features with Perpetual Futures Trading appeared first on CryptoDnes EN.

Polymarket Lets Traders Bet on Stocks, Gold, and Oil Via Pyth Integration

TheDefiant - The integration launches with more than a dozen U.S. stocks, major equity indices, and commodity contracts resolved using Pyth's real-time price data.

eToro to Target New York Crypto Market After Three-Year Wait

cryptoDNES - eToro will launch crypto trading in New York on April 1, 2026, ending a three-year strategic delay following its BitLicense approval. The post eToro to Target New York Crypto Market After Three-Year Wait appeared first on CryptoDnes EN.

Paradigm develops prediction markets trading terminal for pro traders: Fortune

TheDefiant - Paradigm is building a prediction markets trading terminal aimed at professional traders and market makers, with partner Arjun Balaji leading the effort since late 2025.

Crypto Market Maker CEOs Extradited From Singapore in FBI Wash Trading Sting

TheDefiant - Ten foreign nationals across four firms have been charged with orchestrating pump-and-dump schemes.

Franklin Templeton Launches Dedicated 'Franklin Crypto' Division

TheDefiant - The $1.7 trillion asset manager will absorb the 250 Digital team and all liquid crypto strategies previously managed by CoinFund, targeting pensions and sovereign wealth funds.

Australia Passes Digital Assets Framework Bill Into Law

CoinPaprika - Australia passed the Corporations Amendment (Digital Assets Framework) Bill 2025 into law. Crypto exchanges and custody providers must now obtain an Australian Financial Services Licence to operate.

Caltech researchers project functional quantum computer feasible by 2030 with 10,000-20,000 qubits: Caltech

TheDefiant - Caltech researchers estimate a working quantum computer could be operational before 2030 using far fewer qubits than previously thought, as crypto industry assesses vulnerability exposure.

CZ Says Crypto Must Upgrade to Post-Quantum Algorithms

CoinPaprika - Binance co-founder CZ posted on 31 March 2026 that crypto protocols must migrate to post-quantum algorithms. He listed execution risks: forks, new code bugs, and manual wallet migration for self-custody users.

Square launches zero-fee Bitcoin payments for US merchants through 2026: Square

TheDefiant - Square is waiving processing fees for Bitcoin payments at US merchants for two years, with instant dollar conversion to reduce adoption barriers.

Google Quantum AI Paper Rewrites Threat Timeline for Bitcoin, Ethereum Security

TheDefiant - A whitepaper co-authored with the Ethereum Foundation and Stanford researchers slashes qubit estimates by 20x, warns that billions in crypto assets are exposed to multiple attack vectors.

Ripple Unlocks 1 Billion XRP From Escrow on April 1

CoinPaprika - Ripple will release 1 billion XRP from escrow on April 1, 2026. Based on prior months, Ripple is expected to re-lock 60–80% of tokens, limiting net market addition to roughly 200–300 million XRP.

Ethereum Foundation Boosts Staking to $50M: Why It Matters for ETH Holders

99Bitcoins - Ethereum Foundation Stakes $50M — What It Means for ETH The post Ethereum Foundation Boosts Staking to $50M: Why It Matters for ETH Holders appeared first on 99Bitcoins.

El Salvador's Bitcoin Reserve Climbs Past 7,606 BTC Mark

CoinPaprika - El Salvador's Bitcoin reserve reached approximately 7,606 BTC as of 30 March 2026. The country continues daily purchases despite an IMF agreement that limits public-sector accumulation.

Aave V4 Launches on Ethereum Mainnet

TheDefiant - Announced at EthCC in Cannes, the upgrade enables institution-specific borrowing environments, structured credit products, and RWA-backed lending within a unified liquidity system.

BNP Paribas offers six crypto ETNs to retail clients in France

CoinPaprika - BNP Paribas, France's largest bank, now offers six crypto ETNs to retail clients. The products track Bitcoin and Ether and are accessible through standard securities accounts.

BlackRock Posts Digital Assets MD Role, Up to $350K Base

CoinPaprika - BlackRock posted a Managing Director, Digital Assets role in New York. The base salary ranges from $270,000 to $350,000.

Gnosis and Zisk Unveil 'Ethereum Economic Zone' Framework

TheDefiant - Co-funded by the Ethereum Foundation, the EEZ promises synchronous composability between Ethereum mainnet and Layer 2 networks, aiming to address ecosystem fragmentation.

Better and Coinbase launch Bitcoin-backed mortgage product

CoinPaprika - Better Home & Finance and Coinbase launched a Bitcoin-backed mortgage product on 26 March 2026. Borrowers pledge Bitcoin or USDC as collateral instead of a cash down payment, without selling their crypto.

NYSE Owner ICE Pours Another $600 Million Into Polymarket

TheDefiant - Intercontinental Exchange has now deployed nearly $2 billion into the onchain prediction market, underscoring Wall Street's growing conviction that event-based trading is here to stay.

Russia Plans to Block Foreign Crypto Exchanges by Summer

CoinPaprika - Russia plans to block foreign crypto exchange websites by summer 2026. The Bank of Russia targets a July 1 legal framework deadline and caps retail purchases at 300,000 rubles per year.

Ethereum Foundation Sets 2029 Target for L1 Quantum Upgrade

CoinPaprika - The Ethereum Foundation launched pq.ethereum.org on 24 March 2026, a public hub consolidating post-quantum research, EIPs, and a technical roadmap. The Foundation projects core Layer 1 protocol upgrades could be complete by 2029.

Brazil's New Anti-Gang Law Lets Authorities Liquidate Seized Crypto to Fund Police Operations

TheDefiant - Law No. 15,358 gives judges sweeping power to freeze digital assets during investigations as Brasília takes a "financial strangulation" approach to organized crime.

Coinbase and Better Launch Crypto-Backed Mortgages With Fannie Mae Backing

TheDefiant - Borrowers can pledge Bitcoin or USDC as down payment collateral without triggering a taxable event.

Irish CAB Unlocks 500 BTC Worth €30M With Europol Help

CoinPaprika - Ireland's Criminal Assets Bureau (CAB), with Europol support, accessed a 500 BTC wallet on 23 March 2026. The coins, worth €30 million, are proceeds of crime linked to drug dealer Clifton Collins.

Ripple Pilots RLUSD Settlement in MAS BLOOM Trade Finance

CoinPaprika - Ripple has joined Singapore's MAS BLOOM sandbox to test RLUSD stablecoin settlement in trade finance. The pilot uses the XRP Ledger and is built with supply chain fintech Unloq.

Obex Starts Deploying $1B in USDS Into Mortgages, AI Hardware, and Solar Energy

TheDefiant - The Sky-backed stablecoin incubator's inaugural class of eight projects marks the protocol's biggest push yet to diversify beyond crypto-native yield sources.

Whop Treasury launches with Aave, Plasma, and Veda integrations: Whop

TheDefiant - E-commerce platform Whop has launched its Treasury feature, enabling creators to earn yield directly on balances through integrations with Aave, Plasma, and Veda.

BitMine Launches Proprietary Ethereum Validator Network MAVAN

TheDefiant - Tom Lee's firm is the largest public holder of ETH, and the second largest digital asset treasury company.

Hostplus to Explore Bitcoin, Crypto for Pension Members

CoinPaprika - Australia's Hostplus, a pension fund managing $105 billion, is exploring Bitcoin and crypto access for members. The offering would route through its Choiceplus self-directed investment platform.

Cracked: How Irish Crypto Authorities Finally Moved 500 ‘Inaccessible’ Bitcoin

99Bitcoins - How Irish Police Finally Seized 500 'Lost' BTC from Drug Dealer The post Cracked: How Irish Crypto Authorities Finally Moved 500 ‘Inaccessible’ Bitcoin appeared first on 99Bitcoins.

US Could Lose Industry to EU MiCA if CLARITY Act Bill Delays Continue

99Bitcoins - U.S. Risks Losing Ground to MiCA as Crypto Bill Stalls The post US Could Lose Industry to EU MiCA if CLARITY Act Bill Delays Continue appeared first on 99Bitcoins.

Polymarket and Kalshi Tighten Rules Amid Insider Trading Scrutiny

99Bitcoins - Polymarket & Kalshi Tighten Rules on Insider Trading The post Polymarket and Kalshi Tighten Rules Amid Insider Trading Scrutiny appeared first on 99Bitcoins.

CFTC Launches Innovation Task Force Covering Crypto, AI, and Prediction Markets

TheDefiant - The new unit will coordinate policy development and work alongside the SEC's Crypto Task Force.

Ethereum Foundation Launches Post-Quantum Research Hub

TheDefiant - The EF's Post-Quantum and Cryptography teams have consolidated an 8-year research push into an open resource with a roadmap and specifications.

Bitmine’s Tom Lee Calls Crypto a 'Wartime Store of Value'

TheDefiant - The largest Ethereum treasury company added another 65,341 ETH last week.

Polymarket Tightens Insider Trading Rules

TheDefiant - The prediction market is updating insider trading and manipulation rules days after inking an exclusive partnership with Major League Baseball.

Kalshi and Polymarket CEOs Back $35M Prediction Market Venture Fund

TheDefiant - Former Kalshi employees are raising capital for 5c(c) Capital, a venture firm focused on prediction market infrastructure.

Aave V4 passes ARFC stage, moves toward mainnet launch: Aave

TheDefiant - Aave V4 has successfully completed the Aave Request for Comments stage, with the protocol's team now preparing for final AIP deployment and mainnet launch.

CZ labels Bitcoin a "hard asset" as BTC nears $68,500

CoinPaprika - Binance founder Changpeng Zhao described Bitcoin as a "hard asset" in a post on X. BTC was trading near $68,500 at the time of the statement.

BlackRock and Fidelity bought $400M Bitcoin while selling $250M last week: Arkham

TheDefiant - Institutional inflows into Bitcoin ETFs reached $93.1M last week as BlackRock and Fidelity made net purchases despite selective selling.

Nexo Zero-Interest Credit wins FinTech Breakthrough award

CoinPaprika - Nexo's Zero-Interest Credit product won "Consumer Lending Product of the Year" at the 10th annual FinTech Breakthrough Awards on 19 March 2026. The product lets users borrow against Bitcoin or Ethereum at 0% APR with no fees.

ECB Recruits Experts for Digital Euro ATM Integration

CoinPaprika - The European Central Bank is recruiting external experts to develop technical specifications for integrating the digital euro into ATMs and card payment terminals. The work is part of a new phase in the ECB's digital euro development scheme.

Evernorth Files S-4 to List on Nasdaq With $1B XRP Plan

CoinPaprika - Evernorth Holdings filed an S-4 with the SEC to list on Nasdaq via SPAC merger, targeting over $1 billion in gross proceeds. SBI Holdings anchors the raise with $200 million; Ripple, Pantera Capital, Kraken, and GSR also participate.

Ripple Files for Brazil VASP License as RLUSD Tops $1.5B

CoinPaprika - Ripple announced plans to apply for a VASP license with Brazil's Central Bank on 17 March 2026. The company also reported that its stablecoin RLUSD surpassed $1.5 billion in market capitalization.

Cango Posts $452.8M Net Loss in First Year of Bitcoin Mining

CoinPaprika - Cango Inc. posted a net loss of $452.8 million in 2025, its first full year as a Bitcoin miner. The company generated $688.1 million in total revenue, with $675.5 million from Bitcoin mining operations.

Metaplanet Raises $255M in Shares to Buy More Bitcoin

CoinPaprika - Metaplanet raised $255 million via a private share placement on 16 March 2026. The Japanese firm targets 210,000 BTC and may unlock $531 million total if attached warrants are exercised.

Hana Financial and Standard Chartered Sign Digital Asset MOU

CoinPaprika - Hana Financial Group and Standard Chartered signed an MOU on 13 March 2026 in Seoul. The deal covers global business expansion and digital asset cooperation, including stablecoins.

Australia Backs Digital Assets Framework Bill in Senate

CoinPaprika - Australia's Senate Economics Legislation Committee recommended the Corporations Amendment (Digital Assets) Bill 2025 be passed on 16 March 2026. The bill requires crypto service providers to hold an Australian Financial Services Licence.

Wells Fargo filed a WFUSD trademark for crypto services

CoinPaprika - Wells Fargo filed a trademark application for "WFUSD" with the USPTO on 15 January 2025. The filing covers cryptocurrency exchange, digital wallet services, and blockchain-based settlement under financial services class 036.

Binance sues Wall Street Journal over Iran sanctions report

CoinPaprika - Binance filed a defamation lawsuit against Wall Street Journal publisher Dow Jones over a February 2026 article. The article alleged Binance facilitated over one billion dollars in crypto transfers linked to Iranian entities.

Mastercard Launches Crypto Partner Program With 85+ Firms

CoinPaprika - Mastercard launched a Crypto Partner Program on 10 March 2026, grouping more than 85 companies. Participants include Binance, PayPal, Ripple, Coinbase, and JPMorgan Chase.

Tron joins Agentic AI Foundation as Gold member and board voice

CoinPaprika - Tron has joined the Agentic AI Foundation as a Gold member with a seat on its governing board. The network aims to supply stablecoin payment rails for AI agents.

Zcash dev lab raises $25M seed funding from top crypto backers

CoinPaprika - Zcash Open Development Lab has raised over $25 million in seed funding from major crypto investors. The new lab is led by former Electric Coin Company team members.

South Korea plans six‑month partial suspension for Bithumb exchange

CoinPaprika - South Korea’s Financial Intelligence Unit has issued a preliminary notice for a six‑month partial suspension of Bithumb over anti‑money‑laundering violations. Existing users are expected to keep trading while new accounts and some services face limits.

ABTC Director Richard Busch Buys 68,000 Shares at $1.15

CoinPaprika - American Bitcoin Corp director Richard Busch bought 68,000 Class A shares on 05 March 2026. The open-market purchase cost roughly $78,200 at a weighted average price of $1.15 per share.

Sharplink Reports $734M Loss Despite Ethereum Staking Gains

CoinPaprika - Sharplink reported a $734 million loss for 2025. Staking revenue rose 50% to $15.3 million.

Strategy buys 17,994 bitcoin for $1.28 billion in one week

CoinPaprika - Strategy disclosed in an SEC filing that it bought 17,994 bitcoin between March 2 and March 8, 2026 for about $1.28 billion. The average purchase price was $70,946 per bitcoin.

South Korea FSC holds first 2026 virtual asset committee meeting

CoinPaprika - South Korea’s Financial Services Commission held its first 2026 Virtual Asset Committee meeting on 4 March. Officials focused on the government’s Digital Asset Basic Act as the main agenda item.

Brazil sets zero import duty on high‑efficiency Bitcoin miners

CoinPaprika - Brazil’s foreign trade council has set import duty at 0% for a narrow class of high‑efficiency Bitcoin mining servers until January 2028. Other taxes on this hardware still apply.

South Korea plans mandatory asset disclosure for crypto influencers

CoinPaprika - South Korea’s ruling party is pushing a bill that would force financial and crypto influencers to disclose their asset holdings and paid promotions. The proposal targets advice given on social platforms and mass media.

Bitdeer sells entire bitcoin treasury to fund AI and infrastructure

CoinPaprika - Bitdeer has sold its entire corporate bitcoin treasury, cutting its own holdings to zero while peers still keep coins on balance sheets. The miner says proceeds will fund AI, ASIC development, and new data centers.

Binance bitcoin reserves hit 676,834 BTC after 760M whale transfer

CoinPaprika - Binance-linked wallets now hold about 676,835 bitcoin, up 9.3% from November lows, while a single whale moved roughly $760 million in BTC to the exchange. Bitcoin briefly dropped during Asian trading before partially recovering later in the day.

CME starts 24/7 crypto futures and options trading on May 29

CoinPaprika - CME Group will start 24/7 trading for its cryptocurrency futures and options on 29 May, with a brief weekly maintenance window. Weekend trades will carry the next business day’s trade date and processing.

Metaplanet posts 95B yen Bitcoin-driven loss, CEO stays committed

CoinPaprika - Metaplanet reported a 95 billion yen net loss for fiscal 2025, largely from non-cash Bitcoin valuation write-downs. The company still plans to accumulate more BTC over time.

Lagarde weighs early ECB exit as digital euro work advances

CoinPaprika - Reports say Christine Lagarde may leave the European Central Bank before her term ends to shape her successor. At the same time, the ECB is pushing the digital euro into its next development phase.

Bitwise files for six U.S. election prediction market ETFs

CoinPaprika - Bitwise has filed with the SEC to launch six PredictionShares ETFs linked to U.S. election outcomes. The funds track 2028 presidential and 2026 congressional party control results.

SBI Holdings to acquire majority stake in Coinhako

CoinPaprika - SBI Holdings signed a letter of intent to acquire majority stake in Singapore crypto exchange Coinhako through subsidiary SBI Ventures Asset on 13 February 2026. Coinhako operates under Major Payment Institution license from Monetary Authority of Singapore.

BVNK Secures MiCA CASP Licence from Malta's MFSA

CoinPaprika - BVNK secured a CASP licence from Malta's MFSA under the MiCA regulatory framework. The licence allows BVNK to passport digital asset services across all EEA member states from Malta.

Harvard cuts Bitcoin 21%, buys $86.8M Ethereum ETF stake

CoinPaprika - Harvard Management Company reduced Bitcoin ETF holdings by 21% to 5.35 million IBIT shares valued at $265.8 million. The endowment opened its first Ethereum ETF position with 3.87 million ETHA shares worth $86.8 million.

Polygon fees exceed Ethereum driven by Polymarket surge

CoinPaprika - Polygon collected $407,100 in transaction fees on 14 February 2026, surpassing Ethereum's $211,700. Polymarket activity contributed 66.7% of Polygon's fee revenue.

Satoshi-Era Wallet Moves 7,068 BTC Worth $470M After 14 Years

CoinPaprika - A Bitcoin wallet with address starting bc1qq moved 7,068 BTC worth roughly $470 million in mid-February 2026. Blockchain analytics firm Arkham Intelligence flagged the wallet as dormant since 2012, a 14-year period.

Russia crypto volume hits $648M daily, says finance ministry

CoinPaprika - Russia's daily crypto transaction volume reached 50 billion rubles ($648 million), Deputy Finance Minister Ivan Chebeskov stated. The government expects to adopt crypto regulation during the State Duma spring session by July 1, 2026.

X launches Smart Cashtags for crypto, stock trading

CoinPaprika - X will launch Smart Cashtags feature in mid-to-late February 2026 enabling crypto and stock trading. The platform will provide trading links and data tools but will not act as broker or execute trades.

SEC Division of Corporation Finance prioritizes crypto reform

CoinPaprika - SEC Division of Corporation Finance is preparing crypto asset taxonomy guidance. Director Moloney confirmed the work in a February 13, 2026 statement following presentations at the Securities Regulation Institute.

Binance SAFU fund converts $1 billion to Bitcoin reserves

CoinPaprika - Binance converted its $1 billion SAFU emergency fund from stablecoins to Bitcoin. The exchange completed the conversion in 12 days, acquiring 15,000 BTC total.

Coinbase CEO Armstrong Sells $550M Stock Over Past Year

CoinPaprika - Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong sold approximately $550 million in company stock from early 2025 through January 2026. The sales were executed under a Rule 10b5-1 trading plan adopted in August 2024.

EU Considering Launching the Digital Euro on Ethereum

Trustnodes - The European Central Bank is considering launching the digital euro stablecoin on a public blockchain like ethereum.

Bitcoin Dives Again as Bounce Doesn't Hold

Trustnodes - Bitcoin has fallen to $66,000 as of writing, coming back down from a bounce to $72,000 after it briefly touched $60,000 last week.

Bitmine and MicroStrategy Buy $170 Million Worth of Bitcoin and Eth

Trustnodes - MicroStrategy has added another 1,142 BTC, worth $90 million at the time of purchase last week...

US ETFs Hold While Bitcoin Dives

Trustnodes - Bitcoin saw a $10k red candle on Thursday, touching $60k, but where outflows from US ETFs are concerned, it was just a small dip.

Polymarket: GPT Ads Betting Frenzy: Odds Point To Clear Favorite

CryptoCoin.News - The Polymarket community is abuzz over the latest betting market, “GPT ads by…?” With a volume of $1,144,650, this bet has captured the attention of many crypto enthusiasts eager to predict the future advertising strategies for GPT models. Currently, the odds heavily favor the view that GPT ads will become a significant aspect of AI […] The post Polymarket: GPT Ads Betting Frenzy: Odds Point To Clear Favorite appeared first on CryptoCoin.News.

US ETFs Sell Half a Billion as Bitcoin Touches $70,000

Trustnodes - Bitcoin has fallen to its lowest level in more than a year in three weeks of red that have brought its price to $70,600 as of writing.

Family Offices Ditch Crypto For AI: J.P. Morgan’s 2026 Report Reveals Shift

CryptoCoin.News - J.P. Morgan's 2026 report: 89% of family offices shun crypto, favor AI despite limited exposure to VC and infrastructure. 65% see AI as top theme for growth. The post Family Offices Ditch Crypto For AI: J.P. Morgan’s 2026 Report Reveals Shift appeared first on CryptoCoin.News.

Google Cloud & Liberty Global: Gemini AI Revolutionizes Telecom Networks

CryptoCoin.News - Google Cloud partners with Liberty Global to deploy Gemini AI for predictive maintenance, network optimization, and personalized services, slashing costs and boosting revenue across Europe. The post Google Cloud & Liberty Global: Gemini AI Revolutionizes Telecom Networks appeared first on CryptoCoin.News.

Ethereum's Price Halves Again

Trustnodes - Ethereum has had its worst cycle ever. Worse than after the Slockit DAO hack when some thought it might die completely.

Trump Kills Freedom of Protest

Trustnodes - One shooting in innocent circumstances may be a peculiarity and overlooked, two shootings however of the nature that occurred can lead to only one conclusion: this is government policy.

Bitcoin and QQQ Fall on Greenland Tariffs

Trustnodes - Trump has taken charge of the market once again by by threatening tariffs on a weekend, giving us a Tuesday red.

Bitcoin Rises While Nasdaq Falls

Trustnodes - Bitcoin is following through on yesterday's rise, gaining from circa $95,000 to near $97,000 as of writing, with it up 4.5%.

Ethereum Upgrades For More L2 Capacity

Trustnodes - The ethereum network has just implemented a json fork to further increase second layer capacity by moving the max limit on blobs to 21 from 15.

US ETFs Buy $700 Million Bitcoin

Trustnodes - Bitcoin ETFs saw one of their highest inflow on Monday with BlackRock buying $370 million worth of bitcoin while Fidelity added $190 million.

Ethereum Fees Fall to Sub Pennies

Trustnodes - Ethereum transactions are at their all time high of 1.8 million a day, the current average blocksize is lower at 140kb than two years ago at 180kb, yet networks fees are now at 2016 levels.

Why Hashrate Often Moves Before Price in Bitcoin

CoinPaprika - Bitcoin’s hashrate reached a new all-time high in 2025, outpacing price moves and showing long-term miner confidence.

How to Mine Dogecoin: Dogecoin Mining Guide for Beginners 2025

CoinPaprika - Learn how to mine Dogecoin using simple software, hardware, and wallets for 2025 beginners and small miners.

How to Buy Bitcoin: Beginner's Guide to Crypto Buying Safely

CoinPaprika - Learn how to buy bitcoin step by step with this beginner guide to crypto purchasing.

Bitcoin and ISM: Why the Economic Thermometer Matters

CoinPaprika - Does ISM affect Bitcoin? The Institute for Supply Management index tracks business activity. This guide explains how ISM readings link to Bitcoin price trends, risk appetite, and liquidity conditions.

A new kids’ show will come with a crypto wallet when it debuts this fall

TechCrunch - A new animated kids’ series expected to premiere this year won’t be headed for a TV network. Or a streaming service. Instead, the founders of production studio We Ghosted Media plan to launch on a decentralized web platform that uses blockchain technology. And yes, a crypto wallet will be involved. We Ghosted Media — founded by […]

Researchers accuse North Korea of $1.4 billion Bybit crypto heist

TechCrunch - North Korea is behind the massive crypto hack, according to several blockchain monitoring firms and a well-known researcher

Sam Altman’s Worldcoin becomes World and shows new iris-scanning Orb to prove your humanity

TechCrunch - Worldcoin, the Sam Altman co-founded “proof of personhood” crypto project that scans people’s eyeballs, announced on Thursday that it dropped the “coin” from its name and is now just “World.” The startup behind the World project, Tools for Humanity, also unveiled its next generation of iris-scanning “Orbs” and other tools at a live event in […]

Aptos CEO Mo Shaikh shares his journey to web3 and market opportunities in Asia and Middle East

TechCrunch - TechCrunch sat down with Shaikh this week at the Korea Blockchain Week 2024 conference in Seoul to talk about Aptos' expansion; its partnerships with major Asian web2 companies; and how Aptos uses blockchain to make financial transactions seamless and cost-effective.

South Korean tech giant Naver launches crypto wallet in partnership with Chiliz

TechCrunch - Many tech companies are expanding their reach into the web3 market, integrating blockchain and web3 technologies into their products and services. In the latest development, South Korean internet giant Naver is launching its first digital asset wallet, Naver Pay Wallet, for the Korean market. It is partnering with Chiliz, a blockchain provider for sports and […]

Global crypto firms turn to Hong Kong for refuge — and opportunity

TechCrunch - With U.S. regulators continuing to ramp up their scrutiny of crypto, startups and founders in the space are looking overseas to find friendlier climates to support their growth. One such destination is Hong Kong, which, seeking to restore its status as a financial hub, is banking on favorable crypto regulations to draw a fresh raft […]

Vana plans to let users rent out their Reddit data to train AI

TechCrunch - In the generative AI boom, data is the new oil. So why shouldn’t you be able to sell your own? From Big Tech firms to startups, AI makers are licensing e-books, images, videos, audio and more from data brokers, all in the pursuit of training up more capable (and more legally defensible) AI-powered products. Shutterstock […]