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This Week in Crypto Law (Apr. 12, 2026)

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Law and Ledger is a news segment focusing on crypto legal news, brought to you by Kelman Law – A law firm focused on digital asset commerce. This Week in Crypto Law The opinion editorial below was written by Alex Forehand and Michael Handelsman for Kelman.Law. This week in crypto law reflected a clear shift […]

Largest Bank of Russia Prepared to Offer Cryptocurrency Trading Services

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Sberbank is awaiting approval to offer cryptocurrency custody and trading services to its over 110 million customers. The Central Bank of Russia proposed a regulatory draft to regularize crypto investments last December. Key Takeaways: Sberbank readies crypto trading for its 110M clients, awaiting upcoming Bank of Russia regulations next. Following a December loan to Intelion, […]

Hong Kong Crypto Scam Shock: Woman Loses Nearly $1 Million As AI Fraud Surges

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Her withdrawal requests kept getting denied. That was the moment a Hong Kong woman realized the crypto investment platform she had been using for weeks was fake — and that her money was gone. Scam Built On Fake Promises The woman had made 17 separate transfers of USDT and Ethereum to the fraudulent platform, losing nearly HK$7.7 million, roughly $982,000. It started on Telegram, where someone posing as an investment expert approached her and pitched a trading strategy powered by artificial intelligence. The promised returns were guaranteed. The platform looked convincing. She transferred the funds. When she tried to take her money out, nothing came through. Hong Kong Police have since confirmed the case as part of a wider surge in online investment fraud hitting the city. Based on reports from authorities, over 80 such cases were recorded in a single week, with combined losses topping HK$80 million — close to $10 million. Different Types Of Scam According to Vectra, AI scams now fall into seven distinct categories, with deepfake video, voice cloning, and AI-driven BEC among the biggest threats to enterprises. This framework spans both consumer- and enterprise-focused attacks. A Pattern Repeating Itself This is not the first case of its kind, and it is not the last. Just last month, a 66-year-old retiree lost HK$6.6 million to a multi-stage scheme that played out over six months. In that case, scammers first posed as investment advisors to win the victim’s trust, then came back later with a fake “recovery” offer — squeezing even more money out of someone who had already been burned. Officials say the playbook is getting more sophisticated. Fraudsters are now borrowing the language of technology to add credibility to their pitches. Terms like “AI trading” and “guaranteed profits” are being used to draw people in, according to the Hong Kong Police Force. The artificial intelligence angle makes the pitch harder to dismiss, especially for victims who may not be familiar with how such systems actually work. Authorities Push Public To Verify Before Transferring Police are urging residents to be cautious with unsolicited investment advice, whether it arrives through social media, messaging apps, or anywhere else. They are also encouraging people to use the official CyberDefender platform to check whether an investment site or service carries signs of fraud before sending any funds. One warning is worth repeating: no legitimate investment guarantees returns. Reports indicate that every recent case in this wave involved that exact promise. The woman who lost nearly $1 million, the retiree who lost HK$6.6 million — both were told their money was safe and the profits were certain. Neither turned out to be true. Investigations into the cases are ongoing. Featured image from The Verge, chart from TradingView

FATF Calls for Rapid Global Crypto Standards Rollout as Cross-Border Enforcement Gaps Raise Systemic Risks

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Crypto oversight is climbing the global policy agenda as regulators push faster enforcement across digital asset markets. The latest FATF declaration signals tighter scrutiny ahead, with cross-border compliance pressure set to rise for crypto firms and jurisdictions. Key Takeaways: FATF increased pressure on jurisdictions to enforce crypto standards faster. Stablecoins face sharper scrutiny as illicit […]

XRP Funding Rates Stay Negative On Binance Throughout 2026 — What This Means

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Since the start of 2026, one of the clearest signals shaping market sentiment around XRP hasn’t come from price alone but from the derivatives market. On Binance, XRP funding rates have remained predominantly negative, indicating a persistent bias toward short positioning. This persistent trend signals that short positions have dominated the market, with traders repeatedly paying to maintain bearish bets against the altcoin. What Sustained Negative Funding Says About Dominance In The Market The derivatives landscape around XRP has been sending a clear signal throughout 2026. Crypto analyst Darkfost, a verified author for CryptoQuant, revealed on X that on Binance, funding rates have spent the majority of the time in negative territory. This persistent negativity suggests that the XRP traders on Binance have gradually shifted toward a broadly bearish bias, which is now close to forming a market-wide consensus. Darkfost emphasized that what makes the current setup even more notable is the contrast with price action. When the majority of participants are aligned in the same direction, markets often become asymmetric, and consensus tends to arrive late in the cycle. However, this dynamic is even more notable considering the recent drawdown. With the price already correcting by roughly 60%, traders are still predominantly positioned for further downside rather than anticipating a rebound. Historically, this type of extreme sentiment imbalance has not always been a well-timed signal to follow the consensus. In fact, the last time a similar configuration emerged, the altcoin sharply triggered a strong upward impulse, rallying from around $1.6 to $3.6, representing a gain of nearly 127%. So far, the broader market environment remains challenging, particularly for altcoins, so caution is required in positioning strategies. What Extreme Price Events Reveal About Network Capability The narrative around XRP is being widely misunderstood. Crypto investor JackTheRippler has stated that the widely discussed $327,000 XRP spike wasn’t just a random glitch; it’s being interpreted as a network capacity check, a moment that shows how the XRP Ledger can handle extreme value conditions. At the same time, a broader shift is unfolding in the financial system, with 3,000 banks shutting down, while the conversation around the altcoin is quietly evolving. Momentum is also building on the utility side as a new initiative on the Ledger partnership was scheduled to begin yesterday, April 17th, with early reports already indicating over $1.2 million in value processed. At the center of this is a REAL Token built natively on the Ledger, designed to support value transfer across a trillion-dollar market opportunity. With XRP operating within a tight supply structure, some individuals believe that increasing real-world usage could eventually create a supply-demand imbalance.

Ark Invest Taps Kalshi Data, Says Prediction Markets Could Reshape Future of Investing

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The future of investing may hinge more on probability signals that flag market-moving events before traditional data catches up. Ark Invest’s Kalshi collaboration reflects a growing effort to build faster, forward-looking research tools. Key Takeaways: Ark Invest is using Kalshi data to sharpen event-driven research signals. Prediction markets could boost active stock picking across disruptive […]

Bitcoin Sentiment Remains At Extreme Low Despite Price Surge Above $77K

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The price of Bitcoin has been on a tear in the past week, drawing positive momentum from the improving conditions of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. On Friday, April 17, the premier cryptocurrency surged to around $77,500, reaching a new 10-week high on the day. Despite the heating price action, on-chain data suggests that there has not been a commensurate increase in investor sentiment. Bearish Investor Sentiment Could Mean Continued BTC Rally? In a recent post on the social media platform X, Santiment revealed that the Bitcoin market sentiment is still at an extreme low after the latest run-up toward the $77,500 level. Contrary to general expectations, the latest spurt of bullish price action did not trigger a wave of FOMO (fear of missing out) sentiment among investors. According to data from Santiment, there are currently two bearish comments for every two bullish remarks about the world’s largest cryptocurrency. The on-chain analytics firm mentioned that retail investors are showing signs of fatigue related to the ongoing geopolitical tensions and continued ceasefire developments. Related Reading: Stocks Are At All-Time Highs, Bitcoin Is Lagging: Is BTC Late To The Rally? Santiment wrote on X: So even though there is an end-of-week rally related to Trump’s latest announced ceasefire, retail appears to be taken any news with a grain of salt. What’s interesting is that this FUD (fear, uncertainty, and doubt) and not-so-bullish investor sentiment seems to spell good news for the Bitcoin price. Typically, rallies tend to be short-lived whenever investor sentiment overheats, aligning with the market theory that prices move in the opposite direction of the crowd. As Santiment noted in its post on X, most traders are skeptical about the continued rally of the Bitcoin price, with many confidently expecting an $84,000 top (at the very best). However, the flagship cryptocurrency could surge past this expected top, as it has often done in the past. “This also is a good sign that a rally can shoot right past the small traders’ expected outcomes, and potentially surge to $90K+; Markets nearly always move opposite to the crowd’s expectations, so avoid following the herd,” the blockchain intelligence firm said. Santiment, however, warned that new developments can emerge, meaning that the Bitcoin price trajectory could change in a heartbeat. From fresh developments in the Middle East tensions to whether the Clarity Act proposal reaches US President Donald Trump’s desk, there are several factors to watch out for over the coming weeks. Bitcoin Price At A Glance As of this writing, the price of BTC stands at around $77,381, reflecting 3% increase in the past 24 hours.

Arthur Hayes Warns Bitcoin May Stall Until Liquidity Returns

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Bitcoin’s path higher may hinge more on fiat liquidity than interest rates as macro stress builds. Arthur Hayes argues near-term upside may remain limited until policymakers inject liquidity into banks and credit markets. Key Takeaways: Arthur Hayes ties bitcoin’s outlook to global liquidity, with upside dependent on policy-driven liquidity. Geopolitics create a bearish setup as […]

XRP’s Institutional Adoption Among Crypto’s Fastest in US Spot ETFs, Ripple Says

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XRP ETFs are accelerating institutional engagement by expanding regulated access points for traditional finance investors. Ripple highlights growing fund adoption, rising futures activity, and broader market integration as key forces positioning XRP in portfolio allocation decisions. Key Takeaways: Ripple says XRP ETFs are gaining ground alongside bitcoin and ethereum in institutional portfolios. JPMorgan forecasts $4 […]

Robert Kiyosaki Warns ‘Everything Bubble’ Collapse Could Trigger Greatest Depression as Global Economy Cracks

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Robert Kiyosaki is intensifying warnings that a global asset downturn could trigger deeper economic pain, including rising homelessness. His latest remarks tie systemic market stress to an “Everything Bubble” scenario spanning multiple major economies. Key Takeaways: Robert Kiyosaki warned that an “Everything Bubble” could trigger global economic decline. Bitcoin stands out as Kiyosaki’s hedge against […]

Morgan Stanley’s MSBT Bitcoin ETF Wallets Now Publicly Trackable via Arkham

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Blockchain analytics firm Arkham Intelligence has located and publicly labeled the custodian wallets backing Morgan Stanley’s spot bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF), giving any observer the ability to track the fund’s BTC holdings in near real-time. Key Takeaways: Arkham Intelligence labeled three onchain wallets backing Morgan Stanley’s MSBT ETF, which holds 1,348 BTC worth more than […]

Expert Predicts What Will Happen To Bitcoin Price Amid The Miner Shift To AI

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Charles Edward, founder of the digital asset hedge fund Capriole Investments, has warned that BTC miners are rapidly shifting to artificial intelligence (AI), raising concerns about the future of mining activity and its impact on the Bitcoin price. He described the trend as both unexpected and worrying based on statements from publicly listed Bitcoin mining companies about future revenue targets. Bitcoin Price At Risk As Miners Pivot to AI Edwards reported in an X post that every major public Bitcoin mining firm has announced plans to pivot toward AI services. According to the data he shared, these companies expect their Bitcoin revenue to fall sharply, from an average of about 90% to roughly 30% over the next two to three years. Notably, Edwards pointed to stock market performance as one of the main signals behind the recent shift. He explained that companies that set aggressive AI revenue targets above 80% reportedly saw their share prices rise by an average of more than 500%. Meanwhile, firms that targeted less than 60% of their revenue to AI saw significantly weaker performance, with many posting negative returns over two years. He also highlighted changes in mining hardware investment strategies among Bitcoin miners. Edwards stated that several companies are not planning to buy new Bitcoin mining equipment and instead intend to run their existing machines until the end of their lifespan while redirecting future spending into AI infrastructure. His warning further included concerns about the long-term security of the Bitcoin network. He emphasized that mining companies provide the computing power that secures the network. As a result, Edwards argued that reduced investment in mining hardware, such as Application-Specific Integrated Circuits (ASICs), could weaken this security if fewer resources are committed to maintaining or expanding capacity. Separately, the recent pivot to AI could affect the Bitcoin price, which has already come under pressure as public BTC miners increasingly sell their holdings. Moreover, with fewer miners actively accumulating the cryptocurrency, the reduced buy-side demand could significantly weigh on price performance over time. Edwards also referenced the rise of quantum computing as an additional risk factor. He stated that advances in quantum computing could pose a serious challenge to Bitcoin’s cryptographic systems unless changes are made to the network’s code to address future technological threats. Overall, he emphasized that the current shift is significantly different from past downturns in the Bitcoin mining sector. He noted that previous mining capitulation events usually involve about 20% to 30% of miners exiting the market. However, he noted that mining companies collectively valued at more than $100 billion are signaling a major move away from cryptocurrencies. According to him, this widespread shift into AI suggests that industry leaders do not currently expect strong long-term growth in the BTC price. Public Bitcoin Miners Dump Thousands Of BTC In Q1 A recent report from TheEnergyMag, a research firm, revealed that public miners are increasingly selling off their BTC at a pace not seen since the final stages of the previous crypto bear market. The company noted that this selling activity has been fueled by a prolonged decline in mining revenue and economics, prompting operators to liquidate their holdings as many shift toward AI technology. Additionally, Hashprice previously dropped to near all-time lows around $33 per PH/s, making it increasingly difficult for miners to turn a profit. The 2024 halving event, which cut block rewards, has also further shrunk miners’ earnings, while network difficulty is dramatically higher than it was in 2021. According to the report, public miner companies such as MARA, Riot, Congo, CleanSpark, and Bitdeer have already collectively sold more than 32,000 BTC in the first quarter of 2026. The research firm noted that this figure surpasses total net Bitcoin sales across all four quarters of 2025, setting a new industry record.

Hex Trust Brings 1:1 Backed Wrapped XRP to Solana’s Ecosystem

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Wrapped XRP officially launched on Solana this week, letting XRP holders move into one of crypto’s most active decentralized finance networks without selling their native token position. Key Takeaways: Wrapped XRP launched on Solana this week, backed 1:1 by Hex Trust with roughly 834,498 wXRP in circulation. LayerZero’s OFT standard bridges wXRP across chains, giving […]

Tim Draper Bitcoin Loss: Venture Capitalist’s $2.57M Strategic Move Analyzed - Cryptonews.net

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Tim Draper Bitcoin Loss: Venture Capitalist’s $2.57M Strategic Move Analyzed& & Cryptonews.net

Bitcoin ETFs Add $664 Million as Assets Top $100 Billion Again - Bitcoin News

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Bitcoin ETFs Add $664 Million as Assets Top $100 Billion Again& & Bitcoin News

Russia Proposes Legislation To Criminalize Unlicensed Crypto Operations

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In a recent development, the Russian government has introduced a bill before its lower legislative house to criminalize the operation of unregistered crypto services in the country. Unlicensed Crypto Operators To Face Up To Four Years In Prison In a bill proposal to the lower house of the Federal Assembly of Russia, the State Duma, Russian lawmakers proposed criminal liability for entities engaging in activities related to the organization and circulation of cryptocurrencies and other digital assets without regulatory approval from the country’s central bank. The draft law’s explanatory note read: In accordance with the proposed Article 1717, it is proposed to introduce criminal liability for carrying out activities related to the organization of digital currency circulation without registration 0037822-UCH-2026 (7.1) or without a special permit (license) in cases where such a permit (license) is mandatory. According to this proposed bill, individuals could incur as high as $4,000 in fines and get a prison sentence of up to four years (or more severe penalties if part of an organized group) for running an unlicensed digital asset operation. “The same act committed by an organized group, or involving the infliction of damage or the extraction of income on a particularly large scale, would be punishable by compulsory labor for up to five years or imprisonment for up to seven years,” the draft proposal said. If signed into law, the ensuing criminal cases will be investigated by investigators from the Investigative Committee and the Federal Security Service (FSB). It is worth noting that the Supreme Court (SC) did not accept the bill in its current form, stating the lack of a “reasoned justification” in the explanatory note for criminal penalties for illegal crypto circulation. Russia Continues Crypto Legislation Regime In 2026 This proposed legislation comes after a host of bills were presented in March, including criminal penalties for entities involved in illegal crypto mining and mining infrastructure operators. Notably, the Russian government approved signed new legislations, allowing retail access only through regulated intermediaries. As Bitcoinist reported, retail “non-qualified” investors are subjected to an annual purchase limit of about ₽300,000 (around $3,700) per broker or intermediary, while “qualified” investors are required to pass tests and transact only through authorized platforms. Meanwhile, banks were banned from process payments to unlicense foreign platforms. While these new Russian laws (passed and proposed) seems to put the matter of regulatory clarity to bed, their seemingly stringent approach has been called into question in the crypto crowd over the past few months.

Bitcoin ETFs Add $664 Million as Assets Top $100 Billion Again

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Crypto exchange-traded funds (ETFs) capped the week with a powerful surge, led by bitcoin’s massive inflow that pushed assets back above $100 billion. Ether extended its streak, while XRP and solana continued their steady climb. Key Takeaways: Bitcoin ETFs drew $663.91 million, pushing net assets above $100 billion. Ether ETFs added $127.49 million for seven […]

Best Crypto Exchanges for Buying Bitcoin Safely - Euromaidan Press

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Best Crypto Exchanges for Buying Bitcoin Safely& & Euromaidan Press

Jenner Meme Coin Lawsuit Dismissed Under Howey Test by Los Angeles Federal Judge

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A federal judge in California has ruled that Caitlyn Jenner’s JENNER meme coin does not qualify as a security under federal law, dismissing all securities claims in a proposed class action lawsuit filed against the celebrity. Key Takeaways: A federal judge dismissed all securities claims against Caitlyn Jenner’s JENNER meme coin with prejudice on April […]

Why Michael Saylor's Strategy decided to make STRC's dividend bi-monthly - CoinDesk

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Why Michael Saylor's Strategy decided to make STRC's dividend bi-monthly& & CoinDesk

Crypto hacks hit record $450M in two weeks, Bitcoin market unfazed - Crypto Briefing

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Crypto hacks hit record $450M in two weeks, Bitcoin market unfazed& & Crypto Briefing

From smelters to servers: Alcoa to cash in on crypto’s thirst for energy - CoinDesk

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From smelters to servers: Alcoa to cash in on crypto’s thirst for energy& & CoinDesk

Coinbase Says MicroStrategy’s Bitcoin Buying Tightens Supply More Than Market Expects - Yahoo Finance

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Coinbase Says MicroStrategy’s Bitcoin Buying Tightens Supply More Than Market Expects& & Yahoo Finance

Bitcoin mining difficulty falls, but projected to rise in next adjustment - TradingView — Track All Markets

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Bitcoin mining difficulty falls, but projected to rise in next adjustment& & TradingView — Track All Markets

Over $100 billion flows into crypto in a day as Bitcoin targets $80,000 - Cryptonews.net

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Over $100 billion flows into crypto in a day as Bitcoin targets $80,000& & Cryptonews.net

BPI: Iran Sees Bitcoin as Strategic, But USDt Leads - Bitbo

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BPI: Iran Sees Bitcoin as Strategic, But USDt Leads& & Bitbo

ZachXBT Flags $280M+ KelpDAO Exploit Hitting Ethereum DeFi Lending Markets

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An attacker reportedly exploited a vulnerability in KelpDAO’s rsETH liquid restaking token on April 18, 2026, draining an estimated $280 million or more across Ethereum and Arbitrum. Key Takeaways: ZachXBT flagged a $280M+ theft across Ethereum and Arbitrum DeFi protocols on April 18, 2026. KelpDAO’s exploit created bad debt on Aave V3, with AAVE token […]

Better Buy: Bitcoin (BTC) or Bittensor (TAO)? - The Motley Fool

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Better Buy: Bitcoin (BTC) or Bittensor (TAO)?& & The Motley Fool

Arkham Unmasks Morgan Stanley's MSBT Wallets Behind $87M Bitcoin ETF - Yellow.com

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Arkham Unmasks Morgan Stanley's MSBT Wallets Behind $87M Bitcoin ETF& & Yellow.com

Is CleanSpark’s (CLSK) Bitcoin Output Reinforcing an Efficiency Narrative or Masking Scale Trade-offs? - Yahoo Finance

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Is CleanSpark’s (CLSK) Bitcoin Output Reinforcing an Efficiency Narrative or Masking Scale Trade-offs?& & Yahoo Finance

Better Buy: Bitcoin (BTC) or Bittensor (TAO)? - Yahoo Finance

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Better Buy: Bitcoin (BTC) or Bittensor (TAO)?& & Yahoo Finance

Bittensor Outperforms Bitcoin, Raises Concentration Risk - Let's Data Science

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Bittensor Outperforms Bitcoin, Raises Concentration Risk& & Let's Data Science

Can Bitcoin Buyers Join The Breakout Party? Analyst Says Not Yet - TradingView — Track All Markets

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Can Bitcoin Buyers Join The Breakout Party? Analyst Says Not Yet& & TradingView — Track All Markets

What Is The XLS-66 And What Does It Mean For XRP Holders?

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Crypto pundit James has highlighted what the XLS-66 amendment is about and what it would mean for XRP holders in terms of earning yields. This comes as the XRP Ledger validators prepare to vote on the amendment, which will introduce the institutional lending protocol. How XRP Holders Can Earn Yields Through XLS-66 Amendment In an X post, James noted that, contrary to what XRP holders may think, the XLS-66 amendment is not just about depositing one’s tokens and collecting interest. Instead, it is a structured, institutional lending protocol in which investors’ yields accrue within the single-asset vault and are realized only when they choose to redeem their deposits. As such, the XLS-66 amendment won’t give XRP holders automatic payments or dividends. Instead, they receive an MPT token, which represents the altcoin they deposited into the vault. These MPT shares grow in redemption value over time. James noted that the borrowers aren’t retail investors but banks, market makers, fintechs, and payment providers borrowing short-term working capital on neutral rails. As such, holders are not lending their capital to strangers. Instead, they are participating alongside institutions in the same transparent on-chain pools. He added that the redeem-and-deploy cycle across multiple vaults is how they manage risk and realize periodic income without locking everything up indefinitely. How The Vaults Operate Pundit Bodhi had also broken down how the XLS-66 amendment works and how holders can enjoy yields from these single asset vaults. He noted that as borrowers repay their loans, they repay both the principal and the interest. The interest remains in the vault and increases the pool’s total XRP holdings. This causes the redemption value of each MPT to rise over time. As to how the loans work, he explained that an associated LoanBroker pools the XRP in the vault and makes it available for lending. The LoanBroker originates fixed-term loans lasting between 30 and 180 days. The loans are uncollateralized, meaning borrowers do not post any collateral on-chain. Traditional underwriters are responsible for handling the credit decisions off-chain. Fig, the co-founder of Squid’s UNL validator, said they will vote yes on the XLS-66 amendment. He noted that a strong characteristic of the lending protocol is that it leaves the difficult aspects, such as credit assessment, off-chain. The XRPL validator added that this is a contemporary approach to DeFi protocol design that is gaining traction. Fig also mentioned that DeFi protocols have, in the past, tried to create autonomous systems that compute interest rates and handle credit details through smart contracts. However, this process can often be manipulated and is more vulnerable to attacks. At the time of writing, the XRP price is trading at around $1.46, up over 2% in the last 24 hours, according to data from CoinMarketCap.

Polymarket Strait of Hormuz Odds Crash After Iran Fires on Tankers

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Polymarket’s contract on Strait of Hormuz traffic returning to normal by April 30 collapsed to 28% Yes on Saturday after Iran reimposed shipping restrictions and Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps gunboats reportedly fired on at least one tanker and turned back more than 20 vessels attempting transit. Key Takeaways: Iran reportedly fired on at least one […]

Bitcoin CME Options Open Interest Stays Put-Heavy as Price Stalls Around $76,000

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Bitcoin futures open interest across all exchanges slid 4.2% over the past 24 hours to $58.44 billion, while options positioning on the CME skewed heavily toward puts, a clear signal that institutional traders are hedging rather than pressing longs. At 10:30 a.m., with BTC sitting at $76,185 Saturday morning, the derivatives market is telling a […]

Stablecoins Adoption: French Finance Minister Pushes For More Euro-Backed Tokens

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France’s Finance Minister Roland Lescure has called for the development of more Euro-pegged stablecoins. This comes amid rising tensions between the European Union and the US, as the EU seeks to weaken US dominance over its payment systems. Euro-Stablecoins: Europe’s Push For Financial Independence Stablecoins represent a unique type of cryptocurrency with a fixed value pegged to a fiat currency. Although other fiat-backed stablecoins exist, US dollar–denominated stablecoins such as USDT and USDC overwhelmingly dominate the market, reflecting the greenback’s role as the world’s primary reserve currency. Notably, these US-dollar-pegged stablecoins are poised for long-term expansion following President Donald Trump’s signing of the GENIUS Act in July 2025, thereby providing the needed guardrails for institutional participation. According to a Reuters report on April 17, French Finance Minister Roland Lescure, in pre-recorded comments at a crypto conference in Paris, advocated that European banking institutions develop more euro-pegged stablecoins, noting that their volume compared to US-dollar counterparts was “not satisfactory.” Lescure commended the Qivalis initiative by certain European banks, including ING, UniCredit, and BNP Paribas, which are jointly developing a euro-based stablecoin to launch in H2 2026, aiming to combat the US dollar’s dominance. According to Reuters, the advocate for Euro-stablecoins represents part of the European authorities’ efforts to reduce reliance on non-European providers, especially given tense US relations, driven by disputes over security burden-sharing and a global conflict approach, among other issues. Alongside the Euro-stablecoins, the European Central Bank is also developing a digital euro, i.e., a central bank digital currency, to enable the apex bank to play its role effectively in the evolving digital economy. According to data from CoinMarketCap, the total Euro-stablecoins market is valued at $675.9 million, with EURC at $ 429.01 million, ranking as the undisputed market leader. In line with Lescure’s point about advocacy, these Euro-backed tokens account for only 0.207% of the global stablecoin market, valued at $325.72 billion. European Banks Should Accelerate Blockchain Adoption – Lescure In his pre-recorded speech, released in Paris, Lescure also encourages European banks to explore tokenized deposits. For context, tokenized deposits are digital representations of traditional bank deposits that are issued and recorded on a blockchain or distributed ledger. There is considerable interest in these blockchain products with major global banks, including JP Morgan, HSBC, and Citi, all of which offer one variation of tokenized deposits. Lescure is advising European banks to follow this trend and tap into the benefits of blockchain for the banking system. Featured image from Monerium, chart from Tradingview

SEC charges Bitcoin Latinum founder over alleged $16M investor fraud - Crypto Briefing

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SEC charges Bitcoin Latinum founder over alleged $16M investor fraud& & Crypto Briefing

Why Kevin Warsh should become Bitcoin’s most impactful Fed chair yet - CryptoSlate

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Why Kevin Warsh should become Bitcoin’s most impactful Fed chair yet& & CryptoSlate

Wall Street’s Biggest Wealth Manager Now Has a Public Bitcoin Wallet - Yahoo Finance

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Wall Street’s Biggest Wealth Manager Now Has a Public Bitcoin Wallet& & Yahoo Finance

Best Bitcoin Stocks To Keep An Eye On - April 18th - MarketBeat

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Best Bitcoin Stocks To Keep An Eye On - April 18th& & MarketBeat

Justin Sun Says Bitcoin 'Debates,' Ethereum Forms 'Research Committees,' While Tron 'Builds' As Blockchain Unveils Post-Quantum Initiative - Yahoo Finance

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Justin Sun Says Bitcoin 'Debates,' Ethereum Forms 'Research Committees,' While Tron 'Builds' As Blockchain Unveils Post-Quantum Initiative& & Yahoo Finance

RAVE Crashes 68% as Binance and Bitget Investigate Manipulation Claims

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RAVE’s collapse is intensifying fears of fragile price structures in low- liquidity tokens, with a rapid unwind exposing extreme volatility. The steep decline underscores how quickly momentum-driven rallies can reverse under concentrated selling pressure. Key Takeaways: RAVE crashed sharply, confirming a rapid and disorderly market unwind. Binance data shows a 68% peak-to-trough drop, exposing severe […]

Whale's Insight: The Rebound Is Spreading Across Bitcoin, Altcoins, And Stocks - Seeking Alpha

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Whale's Insight: The Rebound Is Spreading Across Bitcoin, Altcoins, And Stocks& & Seeking Alpha

Bold Call: Ripple Tipped To Become Payments Giant By 2040

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Between 30% and 50% of retail XRP holders with significant positions are expected to sell at least part of their holdings if the token hits $10 — a threshold that would represent life-changing money for many of them. A Vision Built On Acquisitions That projection comes from analyst Jake Claver, who has laid out a sweeping view of where Ripple is headed over the next 15 years. Claver believes Ripple is on track to become the dominant force in global payments and banking infrastructure by 2040, and possibly sooner. “I think they will be the Goliath, the Amazon of payments and banking infrastructure,” he said in a recent video. He pointed to Ripple’s recent acquisition spree as the foundation of that argument. The deals tell their own story. Ripple picked up GTreasury, a cash management platform. It acquired Hidden Road, a clearing and prime brokerage firm now operating under the name Ripple Prime. Rail, focused on stablecoin issuance and management, was added to the portfolio. So was Metaco, along with Standard Custody — a combined entity now called Ripple Custody, which holds a trust-chartered bank and a BitLicense in New York. Taken together, Claver describes the company as already functioning as a backend payments and settlement provider on a global scale. The Long Game The comparison to Amazon is deliberate. Amazon spent years building warehouses and supply chains before most people understood what it was constructing. Claver draws a direct line between that story and what Ripple is doing now — laying down settlement rails, custody systems, and liquidity tools before major financial institutions have openly admitted they will need them. Claver works directly with institutional XRP holders, and reports indicate those clients have a firmer grip on the long-term thesis. They are less likely to cash out early. He has also built financial products that allow holders to put up XRP as collateral and earn returns without selling — removing the pressure to choose between liquidity and holding for the long run. Who Holds XRP — And What They Might Do Data shows roughly 250,000 people worldwide hold more than 3,000 XRP. For a large portion of them, a price of $10 per token would represent a meaningful windfall. Claver acknowledges that selling in that scenario is a rational move, not a failure of conviction. His estimate puts potential early sellers at 30% to 50% of significant holders. Ripple’s story, in Claver’s framing, is not primarily about cryptocurrency. It is about infrastructure — the kind that quietly powers financial systems in the background. Whether that vision plays out by 2040 remains to be seen, but the company’s acquisition trail suggests the groundwork is being laid now. Featured image from Pexels, chart from TradingView

US Bitcoin ETFs pull in $664M in largest daily inflow since January, because Iran reopened Hormuz for a few hours - CryptoSlate

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US Bitcoin ETFs pull in $664M in largest daily inflow since January, because Iran reopened Hormuz for a few hours& & CryptoSlate

Iran closes Strait of Hormuz, Bitcoin and Ethereum prices drop - Crypto Briefing

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Iran closes Strait of Hormuz, Bitcoin and Ethereum prices drop& & Crypto Briefing

Bitcoin Price Analysis: BTC Faces Major Resistance Zone After 5% Weekly Surge - CryptoPotato

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Bitcoin Price Analysis: BTC Faces Major Resistance Zone After 5% Weekly Surge& & CryptoPotato

Bitcoin and Ethereum slide after Iran says Strait of Hormuz is shut - dlnews.com

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Bitcoin and Ethereum slide after Iran says Strait of Hormuz is shut& & dlnews.com

Circle Launches USDC Bridge for Native Cross-Chain Transfers Across EVM Networks

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Circle launched the USDC Bridge this week, giving users a direct, Circle-operated interface to move native USDC across supported blockchains without wrapped tokens, liquidity pools, or manual route selection. Key Takeaways: Circle launched the USDC Bridge this week, enabling native 1:1 cross-chain USDC transfers via CCTP. The bridge processed over $600 million in a single […]

You Do Not Have to Pick the Next Bitcoin to Profit From Crypto. Here Is the Simpler Play. - The Motley Fool

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You Do Not Have to Pick the Next Bitcoin to Profit From Crypto. Here Is the Simpler Play.& & The Motley Fool

Analyst Reveals Why He Doesn’t See XRP Price Crashing Below $1

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XRP price had begun crashing after hitting a cycle peak of $3.6 back in July 2025. Since then, the digital asset’s price has crashed by more than 50%, naturally leading to a rapid decline in investor participation. However, this has not completely eradicated the bullish sentiment surrounding the coin. Despite losing support at $1.5 and the crash continuing to deepen, a crypto analyst, known as Crypto Luke on the X (formerly Twitter) platform, does not believe that the price will eventually move below $1. Why XRP Price Might Not Drop Below $1 In the post that was shared on X, Crypto Luke explained why they are still bullish on the XRP price and gave reasons why it is unlikely that the altcoin will crash below $1. The first of these is the fact that the XRP price had formed a broadening wedge pattern and continued to defend it. Usually, such a defense of the broadening wedge pattern means that there is a lot of demand in the market. Thus, the bulls are able to keep the price above major support levels, and this could help sustain whatever rally that the digital asset is staging. Another reason the crypto analyst gave is the fact that the XRP Stochastic is continuing to turn toward the bullish side. Also, the RSI remains “solid”, meaning that it is unlikely that the price would move downward. Rather, it’s likely to move upward. Instead of the price crashing, the crypto analyst says it feels like something is shifting. This could be explained by the recent price recovery, driven by the Bitcoin and Ethereum prices moving upward again. Given the recent strength, the analyst says that XRP doesn’t look like a chart that’s ready to fall apart. Pointing out some major bullish catalysts, the crypto analyst says liquidity is starting to move back into XRP. This could also explain its recent uptick, as liquidity is the lifeblood of any uptrend. As a result, the analyst believes it’s better to buy XRP instead of selling at these levels. On its part, the XRP optics are beginning to shift toward bullish, especially with the buying going on. The XRP ETFs have already seen more inflows than outflows this month, suggesting that institutions are now choosing to buy instead of sell. “I’m not saying it goes crazy tomorrow… but I’d rather be here stacking than chasing it later,” the crypto analyst said.

Strategy Stock Rallies as Bold Bitcoin Bet Pays Off - TipRanks

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Bitcoin miners dump 32K BTC: Is the supply overhang finally clearing? - AMBCrypto

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Bitcoin miners dump 32K BTC: Is the supply overhang finally clearing?& & AMBCrypto

Iran Closes Strait of Hormuz Hours After Trump Said It Would ‘Never’ Close Again

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Iran’s military reasserted control over the Strait of Hormuz on April 18, 2026, directly contradicting President Donald Trump’s claims that the critical waterway was fully open and would “never” close again. Key Takeaways: Iran re-imposed Strait of Hormuz controls on April 18, 2026, blaming the U.S. blockade and accusing Trump of making 7 false claims. […]

Bitcoin Mining Difficulty Decreases by 2.4% - ForkLog

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Bitcoin Miners Selling Nears Exhaustion – What Comes Next

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Recent on-chain data shows that Bitcoin miner selling pressure may be approaching exhaustion, potentially setting the stage for the market’s next upward phase. This development comes amid a resilient bullish performance by the leading cryptocurrency in April. Reduced Mining Selling Weakens Pressure On Bitcoin In a recent QuickTake post, analysts at XWIN Research Japan postulated that Bitcoin is now entering a phase of demand-led price expansion as the market structure begins to experience supply exhaustion. According to the market experts, data from WuBlockchain shows that publicly listed Bitcoin miners offloaded over 32,000 BTC in Q1 2026, in the largest quarterly outflow ever, in line with a structural market alignment. Contributing factors to such a selling spree can be traced to the Bitcoin halving in 2024, when block rewards were reduced from 6.25 BTC to 3.125 BTC, significantly cutting down revenue. Meanwhile, network hash rate continued rising, further squeezing profitability. As the hash price fell below breakeven levels, many miners were forced to liquidate holdings to maintain cash flow. In addition, some miners are diverting resources toward AI and high-performance computing (HPC) infrastructure, accelerating Bitcoin’s distribution. & Notably, XWIN Research experts note that On-chain metrics also reinforce this narrative, as miners’ reserves have gradually declined, while net position change has remained negative. This combination confirms there has been sustained distribution over time. However, the more critical signal lies in recent flow dynamics. While the Miner Position Index (MPI) remains negative, the Miner Selling Power has dropped sharply, indicating that although miners have consistently offloaded their holdings, the intensity of selling is now weakening, i.e., the market is no longer facing increasing forced supply. According to the analysts at XWIN Research Japan, this evolving structure creates a two-phase dynamic. On one hand, there has been a sustained period of structural selling driven by reduced rewards and rising costs. On the other hand, current data indicate that this phase may be nearing completion. Notably, Bitcoin cycles historically progress from supply expansion to supply exhaustion before transitioning to demand-driven growth. Therefore, as miner-driven supply constraints ease, future price direction is likely to depend more on demand-side catalysts, including ETF inflows, institutional participation, and broader macroeconomic conditions. Bitcoin Price Overview At press time, Bitcoin trades at $77,169, up 2.69% in the last 24 hours.

???? DATA: More Americans now hold $Bitcoin (BTC.CC)$ than gold, the reserve asset narrative keeps strengthening - Moomoo

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Why BitMine’s Tom Lee Sees Ethereum at $62,500 in 2030 - and What the Numbers Actually Show - 24/7 Wall St.

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Why BitMine’s Tom Lee Sees Ethereum at $62,500 in 2030 - and What the Numbers Actually Show& & 24/7 Wall St.

RAVE Token Enters Top 20 After Staggering 10,000% Monthly Surge

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RAVE has seen a meteoric 10,000% price surge since April 1, reaching an all-time high of $27.88 and entering the top 20 crypto rankings with a $6.6 billion market cap. Key Takeaways: RaveDAO’s RAVE token soared 10,000% since April 1, hitting a record $27.88 and a $6.6 billion market cap. Extreme volatility on Binance and […]

Liz Truss warns UK faces decline, backs bitcoin and starts CPAC UK - CoinDesk

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Liz Truss warns UK faces decline, backs bitcoin and starts CPAC UK& & CoinDesk

Inside Saylor’s latest move: Revamp STRC to improve demand and tighten Bitcoin supply - AMBCrypto

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Inside Saylor’s latest move: Revamp STRC to improve demand and tighten Bitcoin supply& & AMBCrypto

Spot Bitcoin ETFs Draw Nearly $1 Billion in Weekly Inflows as BTC Pulls Back Below $76K - Binance

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Spot Bitcoin ETFs Draw Nearly $1 Billion in Weekly Inflows as BTC Pulls Back Below $76K& & Binance

Bitcoin News Today: Strategy Proposes Semi-Monthly Dividends for STRC Preferred Stock - Binance

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Bitcoin News Today: Strategy Proposes Semi-Monthly Dividends for STRC Preferred Stock& & Binance

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Bitcoin News: Bitcoin Slips Back Below $76K as Iran Tightens Control Over Hormuz - Binance

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Bitcoin News: Bitcoin Slips Back Below $76K as Iran Tightens Control Over Hormuz& & Binance

Bitcoin falls back to $76,000 as Iran shuts Hormuz again - CoinDesk

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Bitcoin falls back to $76,000 as Iran shuts Hormuz again& & CoinDesk

‘Buy Bitcoin’—Elon Musk’s ‘Massive’ U.S. Dollar Warning Fuels Wild Crypto Price Predictions - Forbes

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‘Buy Bitcoin’—Elon Musk’s ‘Massive’ U.S. Dollar Warning Fuels Wild Crypto Price Predictions& & Forbes

Bold Prediction: Bitcoin Will Hit $140,000 This Year, According to This Wall Street Investment Bank - The Motley Fool

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Bold Prediction: Bitcoin Will Hit $140,000 This Year, According to This Wall Street Investment Bank& & The Motley Fool

Reassessing MicroStrategy (MSTR) Valuation After Recent Share Price Volatility And Bitcoin Exposure Narrative - Yahoo Finance

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Reassessing MicroStrategy (MSTR) Valuation After Recent Share Price Volatility And Bitcoin Exposure Narrative& & Yahoo Finance

Bitcoin vs Gold: The 396-day bullish signal just fired again - FXStreet

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Bitcoin vs Gold: The 396-day bullish signal just fired again& & FXStreet

SEC’s New Podcast Outlines Crypto As Top Priority In Pro-Innovation Agenda

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The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) chairman and two Commissioners have highlighted the crypto industry as one of the top priorities in the regulatory agency’s pivot toward clearer and pro-innovation oversight. Crypto Tops SEC’s Pro-Innovation Agenda On Thursday, SEC Chairman Paul Atkins and Commissioner Hester Peirce discussed the regulatory agency’s shift towards pro-innovation regulation and their efforts to implement US President Donald Trump’s vow to make America the “crypto capital of the world.” In the first episode of the SEC’s official “Material Matters” podcast, Atkins outlined the crypto industry as “one area now that is really top on our list to try to get right with respect to regulation.” Peirce, who leads the Commission’s Crypto Task Force, affirmed that the shift toward a more welcoming environment for digital assets has made developing an “understandable” regulatory framework that is “fit for purpose” significantly easier. The commissioner considers that under the SEC’s new approach, the regulator can better address the problems the crypto industry may face and open opportunities for innovation in this sector. “We need to have financial regulations that are open to innovators because innovation is what makes the financial markets resilient. It’s what ensures that they serve people’s actual needs,” she stated. To make the US a country where people want to innovate, she suggested that regulators must demonstrate they are willing to work with innovators to resolve ambiguities about how the law applies to their circumstances. This approach, Peirce affirmed, will benefit US investors and markets. And there have been a lot of ambiguities in connection with crypto, which is a new technology that does things in new ways. Having a good regulatory structure in place is going to be helpful to us (…) to identify where the bad activity is and to go after that bad activity, and not to spend our enforcement resources where our regulatory resources could have done the job. Federal Regulation At A ‘Very Important Inflection Point’ When asked what a top priority should be to address potential risks related to crypto assets, Peirce noted that there hasn’t been a regulatory framework around spot trading. She also noted that the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) will address that in the future. Notably, the SEC has published detailed guidelines to provide regulatory clarity, including rules for broker-dealers and retail investors on the custody of crypto assets. A month ago, the Commission also issued joint guidelines with the CFTC that clarified how federal securities laws apply to many digital assets, confirming that most crypto assets are not securities. The Commissioner also noted that the recent cooperation between the two sister agencies has been helpful, as they want to ensure they are not spending unnecessary resources to address the same problem. As reported by Bitcoinist, the SEC and the CFTC partnered in January to bring “coordination, coherence, and a unified approach” to the federal regulation of the industry through their joint Project Crypto initiative. The agencies outlined their plan to clarify jurisdictional boundaries, remove redundant compliance requirements, and reduce regulatory fragmentation through their collaboration. “I think having the close cooperation with the CFTC ensures that we’re monitoring markets which are very interrelated with one another, and then thinking about where it makes sense for products to be regulated, who the primary regulators should be,” the Commissioner argued. During the podcast episode, Atkins and Peirce also noted that allocating the authority of the two agencies will help bring clearer regulation. This is expected to be addressed by Congress in the long-awaited crypto market structure bill, also known as the CLARITY Act. The SEC chairman affirmed that “this is a very important inflection point, I think, in the American markets,” concluding that there are “a lot of opportunities ahead of us. So, it really is a historic time.”

Morgan Stanley expands Bitcoin exposure: Can institutional demand push BTC to $80K? - AMBCrypto

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Morgan Stanley expands Bitcoin exposure: Can institutional demand push BTC to $80K?& & AMBCrypto

Bitcoin Slips Below $76.5K as Miner Selling Picks Up — More Downside Ahead? - Coinpedia

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Bitcoin Slips Below $76.5K as Miner Selling Picks Up — More Downside Ahead?& & Coinpedia

Bitcoin tops $76,000 as Iran opens Strait of Hormuz - Crypto Briefing

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Bitcoin tops $76,000 as Iran opens Strait of Hormuz& & Crypto Briefing

Trump’s "7 Lies in One Hour" Could Derail Bitcoin Rally - BeInCrypto

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Trump’s "7 Lies in One Hour" Could Derail Bitcoin Rally& & BeInCrypto

Dogecoin Gold Plans Revealed As DOGE Jumps Past $0.10—Here’s What To Know

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Nevada-based Dogecoin Cash Inc. has unveiled a new proposal for “Dogecoin Gold,” a blockchain-based project designed to link digital tokens to physical gold reserves. The announcement arrived on Friday as DOGE regained the $0.10 level, marking about a 15% recovery over the past two weeks. Dogecoin Gold Proposal In its statement, the company describes the idea as a system where each token would be tied to a precisely defined amount of physical gold, measured at the nanogram level. Under the plan, that gold would be held in custody by an independent, institutional-grade precious metals custodian. The company also laid out the intended token-to-gold relationship. The proposal calls for one billion tokens (1,000,000,000) to correspond to one gram of physical gold, with redemption structured around whole-gram units. Dogecoin Cash Inc. says token issuance would be linked directly to gold reserves, meaning new tokens would only be created when gold is deposited into custody, and tokens would be removed from circulation after verified redemption. Dogecoin Gold, according to the proposal, is meant to test a model that combines commodity-backed asset mechanics with blockchain-based transparency. The company says the goal is to bring precision accounting and easier digital access to an asset class traditionally associated with storage and logistical complexity. Management described the effort as an evaluation of a system that aims to merge verifiable ownership of physical gold with blockchain auditability and mathematically defined units. No Tokens Yet, No Custody Or Launch Decisions In the company’s words, Dogecoin Cash is still assessing whether such a framework can be structured within a “disciplined and verifiable environment,” and whether it can deliver a system where real-world assets (RWAs) and transparent digital infrastructure operate in a way that is both predictable and measurable. If implemented, the company expects the approach would use a widely adopted public blockchain and standard token architecture, with emphasis on traceability, reserve alignment, and third-party verifiability. Even with the details released, the initiative remains in the development and evaluation phase. Dogecoin Cash Inc. stressed that no tokens have been issued, and no final decisions have been made about the technical design, custodial arrangements, regulatory treatment, or the timing of any potential launch. In this niche, Dogecoin Cash Inc. would be stepping into a market where two existing products already set the tone: Paxos’ PAX Gold (PAXG) and Tether Gold (XAUT). In both cases, the issuers handle the storage of the underlying gold and provide ownership rights to token holders, including a unique serial number tied to the gold associated with each token. Given that background, it remains unclear how Dogecoin Cash Inc. will shape its own framework. Featured image from OpenArt, chart from TradingView.com

Bitcoin ETF News: Goldman Sachs Files for Bitcoin Premium Income ETF With SEC - crypto.news

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Bitcoin ETF News: Goldman Sachs Files for Bitcoin Premium Income ETF With SEC& & crypto.news

Bitcoin ETFs See $1B Inflows as BTC Falls Below $76K, Iran Tensions Return and Markets Focus on Fed Signals - Binance

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Bitcoin ETFs See $1B Inflows as BTC Falls Below $76K, Iran Tensions Return and Markets Focus on Fed Signals& & Binance

French Finance Minister: Euro-Based Stablecoins Vital to European Financial Sovereignty

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French Finance Minister Roland Lescure has called on European banks to aggressively develop euro-based stablecoins and tokenized deposits to challenge the overwhelming dominance of the U.S. dollar in digital payments. Key Takeaways: Roland Lescure urged EU banks to launch euro stablecoins by 2026 to counter U.S. financial dominance. Tether leads the market with $185 billion, […]

$20M Crypto Scam Lands Texas Man 23-Year Prison Sentence

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Robert Dunlap will spend the next two decades in federal prison after a judge handed down a 276-month sentence for his role in a massive crypto fraud. A federal court in Florida issued the ruling following Dunlap’s conviction on charges of conspiracy to commit mail fraud and wire fraud. Beyond the prison time, the court ordered him to pay back more than $10 million to the people he cheated. A Fake Portfolio Of Masterpieces Investors believed they were buying into a digital currency backed by a literal fortune in fine art. Dunlap and his partners claimed the Meta 1 Coin was supported by a $1 billion collection containing works by Van Gogh and Picasso. Reports indicate the group never actually owned these pieces. Dunlap had signed a purchase agreement for the art but never provided the funds to complete the sale. Texas Man Who Orchestrated $20 Million Cryptocurrency Scam Sentenced to 23 Years in Federal Prison @FBIChicago @IRS_CI @EDVAnews @SECGovhttps://t.co/ESgAfSCcIZ — U.S. Attorney’s Office (NDIL) (@NDILnews) April 16, 2026 That did not stop him from telling potential buyers that the coins were safe and stable because of the high-value assets held in a private trust. The deception extended to the natural resources sector. Dunlap told investors that the coin was also backed by $2 billion in gold. According to court records, the “gold mine” he claimed to own was actually an unpatented mining claim on public land that held no real value. HOUSTON MAN SENTENCED TO 23 YEARS IN FEDERAL PRISON FOR $20 MILLION CRYPTOCURRENCY FRAUD SCHEME Read More: https://t.co/U9PdsS4Reb Robert Dunlap, 55, was convicted of mail fraud for falsely claiming his Meta-1 Coin Trust was backed by $1 billion in art and $44 billion in gold.… pic.twitter.com/OgdSIxAztR — The Dallas Express News (@DallasExpress) April 17, 2026 He promised people they could see returns as high as 224,923% without any risk to their initial capital. These wild claims helped the group bring in money from nearly 1,000 different victims, with total losses reaching around $20 million. Luxury Cars And Legal Defiance While investors waited for their massive returns, Dunlap used the money to fund a lavish lifestyle. Data shows he spent $215,000 of the stolen funds on a Ferrari. Other money went toward additional luxury vehicles and personal expenses. Even as federal regulators moved in, Dunlap refused to stop the operation. After the Securities and Exchange Commission secured an order to freeze his assets, he continued to hold webinars and pitch the scam to new targets. This defiance led to a civil contempt charge before his criminal trial even began. Reports show that Dunlap tried to bypass the legal system by using “sovereign citizen” tactics. He argued that the court did not have the authority to try him and filed documents that officials described as nonsensical. He even attempted to put a “liens” on the government officials who were prosecuting the case. These tactics failed to slow down the legal process, and the jury eventually found him guilty of the fraud conspiracy. Featured image from AP Images/European Union-EP, chart from TradingView

More Americans Own Bitcoin Than Gold in 2026: Why That Matters - Coinpedia

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More Americans Own Bitcoin Than Gold in 2026: Why That Matters& & Coinpedia

‘Impossible To Blockade Bitcoin,’ Michael Saylor Defies Critics, Schiff Slams Strategy’s 11.5% Yield - Stocktwits

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‘Impossible To Blockade Bitcoin,’ Michael Saylor Defies Critics, Schiff Slams Strategy’s 11.5% Yield& & Stocktwits

Spot Bitcoin ETFs attract nearly $1B in weekly inflows as risk sentiment improves - TradingView — Track All Markets

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Spot Bitcoin ETFs attract nearly $1B in weekly inflows as risk sentiment improves& & TradingView — Track All Markets

Bitcoin Price Tops $77K As AI Agents Get Crypto Wallets - MarketForces Africa

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Bitcoin Price Tops $77K As AI Agents Get Crypto Wallets& & MarketForces Africa

New Scrutiny Wave Hits Binance: Fresh Letters Sent To DOJ And FinCEN Over Iran Links

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Democratic Senator Richard Blumenthal is increasing his scrutiny of Binance as new questions emerge about the exchange’s handling of Iran-related transactions. The Connecticut senator has been pursuing the issue since February, when he first launched a formal inquiry into whether the cryptocurrency exchange violated US and international sanctions involving Iran. On Friday, April 17, Blumenthal took another step by sending two new letters—this time aimed at the US Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Treasury Department’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN). Congress Intensifies Binance Probe The latest letters, which were reported by Fortune, focus on a specific aspect of Binance’s compliance oversight: the status of two monitors that were installed to supervise the company’s compliance operations. According to the report, Blumenthal asked for details about where the monitors stand and what they are doing to ensure Binance maintains appropriate measures to reform and strengthen its compliance program. Those monitorships began in 2024. Each monitor separately reports to the DOJ and to FinCEN, with the goal of ensuring Binance implements meaningful upgrades to its compliance framework. Blumenthal’s correspondence reflects what he described as growing concern over “mounting allegations of dangerously lax anti-money laundering prevention by Binance.” Silence Amid Document Requests This renewed investigation also arrives after multiple outlets reported that Binance fired internal investigators who had warned top executives that more than $1 billion had moved through the exchange to wallets linked to Iran. Binance has said those investigators were dismissed for reasons not connected to their findings about Iranian activity. The company maintains that it has a rigorous compliance program, and it has continued to reject the allegations being raised in Congress. In addition to pursuing the monitors, Blumenthal previously asked for exact dates for when companies and individuals involved opened Binance accounts, began sending funds to Iranian intermediaries, were reported to US law enforcement, and when those accounts or related activity were suspended or removed. Blumenthal also demanded explanations for any delays between notification and action, invoking Senate rules and setting a deadline of April 14 for Binance to provide the requested records. As of this reporting, it has not been disclosed whether those documents were supplied, nor has there been any further public statement from Binance or its executives addressing what the senator requested or whether they complied. Key Numbers Revealed By The Exchange Despite these ongoing inquiries, Binance has been consistent in rejecting the allegations even before Blumenthal’s most recent letter. In a February 22 statement, the exchange said it conducted an internal review and found “no evidence of violations of applicable sanctions laws.” The exchange further stated that since the 2023 settlement, which led to former CEO Changpeng Zhao (CZ) resigning from his position, it had upgraded its compliance processes and supplied several statistics meant to demonstrate progress over time. Among the metrics Binance highlighted, the exchange said sanctions-related exposure—measured as a share of overall trading volume—fell from 0.284% in January 2024 to 0.009% by July 2025, which it described as a reduction of 96.8%. The exchange also reported that transaction volume involving four major Iranian crypto exchanges dropped from $4.19 million in January 2024 to $1.1 million by January 2026. At the time of writing, the exchange’s native token, BNB, was trading at $638, up 4% and 6% over the previous 24 hours and seven days, respectively. Featured image from OpenArt, chart from TradingView.com

Could Bitcoin Actually Hit $200,000 Before 2028? - The Motley Fool

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Could Bitcoin Actually Hit $200,000 Before 2028?& & The Motley Fool

EU’s Highest Court Backs German Player’s Right to Reclaim Gambling Losses From Malta-Licensed Operator

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The Court of Justice of the European Union ruled on Wednesday that EU member states can prohibit specific online gambling services even when operators hold licenses from other EU countries. More critically, the decision means that consumers can sue to reclaim their losses when gambling contracts violate these national bans. Key Takeaways: CJEU ruled in […]

Crypto Exec Joe McCann Draws Scrutiny After Fiancée’s Death In Zanzibar

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Crypto founder Joe McCann’s passport is sitting with Zanzibar police. He isn’t going anywhere until they get answers. Authorities Hold McCann Pending Autopsy Tanzanian police are questioning McCann, founder of the crypto hedge fund Asymmetric, after his fiancée, Ashly Robinson, 31, died on April 9 at a hospital in Zanzibar. Robinson had been rushed there after hotel staff found her unresponsive in her room the day before. Based on reports from NBC News and CBS News, police have ruled her death a suicide — but they are holding McCann’s passport while they await the results of a formal autopsy. The couple had been staying at the same hotel when a dispute arose between them. Officials said the two were separated and moved to different rooms following what police described as a “misunderstanding.” Staff later found Robinson in her room with a belt around her neck. McCann has not commented publicly. He could not be reached for comment. Family Pushes Back On Suicide Ruling Robinson’s relatives are not satisfied with the official account. Her sister, Alyssa Endres, told NBC News that “none of this makes sense.” According to the family, Robinson had recently celebrated her 31st birthday and her engagement to McCann — both of which had happened just days before her death. Endres described her sister as happy at the time. The family’s challenge to the police ruling adds another layer of uncertainty to a case that is already far from closed. Authorities have not said when the autopsy results are expected or whether additional charges could follow. A Turbulent Year For McCann’s Fund The scrutiny around McCann comes after a rough stretch for Asymmetric, his crypto hedge fund. Reports indicate the fund lost 80% of its value in 2025 amid a prolonged stretch of market turbulence. Investors pushed back on the fund’s performance, and McCann changed its trading strategy in July of that year after facing significant backlash. A separate deal that would have taken a Solana treasury company public — with McCann at the helm — was reportedly called off in August 2025, just weeks after the fund’s losses became public knowledge. No reason was given for why that deal fell apart. Whether those financial pressures have any bearing on the events in Zanzibar remains unknown. Police have not drawn any public connection between the two. For now, investigators are focused on a single question: how Ashly Robinson died. McCann remains in Zanzibar as they work to find out. Featured image from BollywoodShaadis, chart from TradingView

$Bitcoin (BTC.CC)$ ready guys - Moomoo

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$Bitcoin (BTC.CC)$ ready guys& & Moomoo

Connecting Excellence CEO on first Bitcoin recruitment payment - ICYMI - Yahoo! Finance Canada

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Connecting Excellence CEO on first Bitcoin recruitment payment - ICYMI& & Yahoo! Finance Canada

$606K Bitcoin from Bitfinex hack on the move: Is the U.S. preparing to sell? - AMBCrypto

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$606K Bitcoin from Bitfinex hack on the move: Is the U.S. preparing to sell?& & AMBCrypto

The $78K Bull Trap? Why Iran’s Latest Statement Could Send Bitcoin Tumbling - CryptoPotato

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The $78K Bull Trap? Why Iran’s Latest Statement Could Send Bitcoin Tumbling& & CryptoPotato

Ethereum Is Finally Rewarding Risk Again – But the Direction Has Changed

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Ethereum is pushing against the $2,400 level but has not been able to close above it, caught in a market that is heating up around it, while the price action remains tentative. The broader environment is increasingly constructive, but ETH is still navigating the lingering effects of the correction that defined the first quarter of 2026. And according to an Arab Chain analysis, the data beneath the price is starting to shift — quietly, gradually, but in a direction that matters. The Sharpe Ratio for Ethereum on Binance has moved into positive territory, registering approximately 0.07. That is a modest number, and the report does not oversell it. But the significance is less about where the ratio sits today and more about where it has been. For much of the past several months — particularly through the difficult stretch in February — the indicator was in negative territory, meaning ETH holders were absorbing risk without being adequately compensated by returns. That condition has changed. The 30-day average return now stands at approximately 0.0027, a small but positive figure that reflects a market beginning to recover its footing. Volatility remains elevated enough to cap how quickly the ratio can improve, but the direction has shifted. From Punishing to Recovering To appreciate where Ethereum’s risk-adjusted returns stand today, it helps to look at where they have been. Through much of the past several months — and particularly during February, when the market was at its most stressed — the Sharpe Ratio sat in deeply negative territory. That meant holders were taking on significant risk without being compensated for it. Every session of volatility was working against them, and the math of the indicator reflected that clearly. The gradual shift toward positive values since then is not dramatic, but it is meaningful. The Arab Chain analysis describes it as improving market efficiency — a phrase that captures something real. As Ethereum has stabilized around the $2,300 level, the relationship between risk and return has begun to normalize. Price is no longer swinging violently enough to overwhelm the modest gains that have started accumulating. That kind of equilibrium, where returns improve without being immediately erased by volatility, is typically the foundation for a sustainable trend rather than a short-lived bounce. The honest caveat is that 0.07 is nowhere near the elevated readings associated with strong bullish momentum. Ethereum has not entered an aggressive upward phase — the data does not support that conclusion yet. What it does support is the idea that the worst is behind the risk-adjusted picture, and that the conditions for genuine recovery are quietly assembling. If the Sharpe continues climbing in the weeks ahead, it would signal that investor confidence is returning in a durable way. For now, it is early — but the direction has changed, and in markets, direction tends to matter more than level. Ethereum Tests Resistance as Recovery Structure Builds Ethereum’s daily structure shows a market attempting to transition from a corrective phase into early recovery, but still facing overhead resistance. After the sharp selloff in early February—marked by a clear capitulation spike in volume that pushed price toward the $1,800 region—ETH established a base and began forming higher lows. This shift indicates that selling pressure has diminished and buyers are gradually stepping back in. Price is now trading around the $2,300–$2,400 zone, which is technically significant. This area aligns with the 100-day moving average, currently acting as dynamic resistance. ETH has tested this level multiple times but has not yet achieved a decisive breakout, suggesting that supply remains present at these levels. Meanwhile, the 50-day moving average has turned upward beneath price, supporting the short-term recovery trend, while the 200-day moving average remains above, reinforcing the broader bearish context. Volume has normalized following the February spike, indicating that the current move is not driven by panic but by more measured accumulation. The structure is constructive but incomplete. A confirmed break and hold above $2,400 would likely open the path toward higher levels, potentially targeting the $2,700 region. Failure to break this resistance would keep ETH range-bound, with support near $2,100 remaining critical. Featured image from ChatGPT, chart from TradingView.com

Bitcoin spot ETFs saw net inflows of $664 million yesterday, marking the fourth consecutive day of net inflows. - PANews

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Bitcoin spot ETFs saw net inflows of $664 million yesterday, marking the fourth consecutive day of net inflows.& & PANews

Less Than 1% of Crypto Projects Disclose Market Maker Deals

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A new study finds that most crypto protocols generate revenue but fail to disclose key investor information. Critical gaps include market maker agreements and structured investor communication. Key Takeaways Novora found 91% of 150+ crypto protocols generate revenue, but disclosure remains limited.

Mastercard Weighs RLUSD Settlement On XRP Ledger, Exec Says

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Mastercard is exploring a path to settle card flows in Ripple USD (RLUSD) through its network in a move that could bring XRP Ledger-linked stablecoin infrastructure closer to one of the world’s largest payments systems. In an interview shared April 16 by XRPL Commons’ Odelia Torteman, Mastercard’s senior vice president for digital assets and blockchain, Christian Rau, said the company is working with Gemini on an RLUSD settlement use case and hopes to bring it live in the first half of the year. Mastercard Signals XRP Ledger Stablecoin Use Case Speaking at an XRPL and Global Digital Finance stablecoin roundtable in Paris, Rau framed the initiative as part of Mastercard’s broader push to integrate stablecoins into existing payment rails rather than treat them as a parallel system. He said the company continues to approach the sector from a “payments first” perspective, arguing that stablecoins have now entered the mainstream of financial services and can improve how money moves across borders and between institutions. “Over the last 50, 60 years we’ve been constantly innovating on how payments can be safe, simple, secure,” Rau said. “And if you then fast forward to five years back or two years back, you will realize that stablecoins arrived in the financial services mainstream. And we believe that the benefits that they bring in terms of settlement cycles, money moving globally freely, they can definitely add to further driving sustainable innovation in the financial services and payment ecosystem.” Rather than pitching stablecoins as a replacement for the card model, Rau described them as an additional settlement layer inside Mastercard’s existing network. He pointed to the scale of that network as the core advantage: roughly 150 million acceptance locations and 3.8 billion cards. In Mastercard’s view, plugging stablecoins into that infrastructure offers a more immediate path to adoption than waiting for wallet-to-wallet systems to replace incumbent rails. “We however believe that the power of the network that we bring in terms of 150 million acceptance location, 3.8 billion cards, plugging in stablecoins into this system is the best of both worlds in that sense,” Rau said. “So think about stablecoins just another settlement currency within our network. That again brings certain benefits that fiat currencies do not allow today.” Related Reading: Ripple Lands Major Korea Deal With Top Insurance Giant Kyobo The most concrete example he gave was Gemini. Rau said Mastercard is working with the exchange to explore settling Gemini card flows in RLUSD, describing the exchange as one of the firm’s most prominent US crypto partners. “The XRP example is we work with Gemini,” he said. “We explore with them to settle their card flows in RLUSD. So we look at bringing this to life still in the first half of this year and we are very excited about that.” A conversation about the future of payments. We sat down with Christian Rau, SVP Global Digital Commercialization at @Mastercard, as part of the Stablecoins Roundtable XRPL Commons and Global Digital Finance hosted last week. Watch the full interview https://t.co/ThFfqso20o… pic.twitter.com/yFkBGU1g0i — XRPL Commons (@xrpl_commons) April 16, 2026 At press time, XRP traded at $1.4766.

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????JUST IN: ???????? Bitcoin spot ETFs recorded a net inflow of $663.9M on April 17. BlackRock clients bought $284,000,000 worth of $Bitcoin (BTC.CC)$ - Moomoo

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BlackRock buys $1.3B in Bitcoin over 8 days amid geopolitical tensions - Crypto Briefing

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Stocks Are At All-Time Highs, Bitcoin Is Lagging: Is BTC Late To The Rally?

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Bitcoin is pushing higher after months of consolidation, with buyers gradually reasserting control and the market beginning to feel like it might have found its footing. The strength is real — but a report from XWIN Research Japan is adding important context to what that strength actually means in the broader picture. According to the analysis, global markets are not recovering evenly. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq have returned to all-time highs, which on the surface reads as a healthy, risk-on environment. But a closer look at the data tells a more selective story. Bitcoin remains approximately 40% below its own all-time high. Ethereum is sitting about 52% off its peak. Gold is down 12% and silver 34%. The assets that are leading this rally are very specific — and crypto is not among them yet. What the divergence reveals is that this is not a broad wave of capital flooding back into risk assets. It is a targeted repricing in equities, driven by specific catalysts rather than a general improvement in financial conditions. Bitcoin and most crypto assets are sitting in the waiting room while that repricing plays out upstream. For Bitcoin holders watching the price strengthen, that context matters. The recovery is showing early signs of life. But the macro picture suggests the bigger move may still be ahead rather than already underway. Bitcoin Is Not Late — It Is Next in Line The XWIN Research Japan report makes a point worth understanding before drawing conclusions about Bitcoin’s relative weakness. The equity rally that has pushed the S&P 500 and Nasdaq to all-time highs is not the product of solved inflation or aggressive rate cuts. It is a repricing of tail risks — the market breathing out as geopolitical tensions ease and energy shock fears recede. That is a meaningful distinction, because it means liquidity conditions are still tight and the conditions for a broad, sustained risk-on move have not fully materialized. Capital flows through global markets in a fairly consistent sequence. Oil and commodities move first, followed by the dollar and interest rates, then equities absorb the shift, and finally the later-cycle assets — Bitcoin among them — receive what flows downstream. Right now, equities are at the front of that chain and crypto is still waiting its turn. That is not a failure. It is a position in a queue. What makes the current setup interesting is what is happening beneath Bitcoin’s price in the meantime. Exchange reserves continue declining, accumulation is ongoing, and the structural on-chain picture is quietly improving even as price remains below key resistance levels. The report describes this as a pre-breakout phase — the conditions are building without the confirmation yet arriving. Bitcoin’s lag behind equities, in this reading, is not a signal that something is wrong. It is a signal about timing. The structure is being built. The catalyst that sends capital down the chain is the variable still outstanding. Bitcoin Breaks Above Range Resistance Bitcoin’s price structure shows a clear transition from capitulation to controlled recovery, with the market now testing a critical resistance zone near $75,000. After the sharp breakdown in early February—marked by a high-volume selloff that pushed BTC toward the low $60,000s—the asset established a base through a period of sideways consolidation. This range, roughly between $72,500 and $75,000, is highlighted on the chart as a key demand zone that has been repeatedly defended. The recent breakout above the upper boundary of this range suggests that buyers are beginning to regain control, at least in the short term. Price is now pressing into the descending 100-day moving average, which has acted as dynamic resistance throughout the broader downtrend. The 50-day moving average has started to turn upward beneath price, indicating improving short-term momentum, while the 200-day moving average remains significantly higher, reinforcing the idea that the macro trend has not yet fully reversed. Volume has normalized following the February spike, implying that the current move is not driven by panic or forced positioning, but by more measured accumulation. The key question now is whether BTC can hold above the reclaimed range. Sustained acceptance above $75,000 would shift the structure bullish; rejection would likely return the price to consolidation. Featured image from ChatGPT, chart from TradingView.com

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Tempo Launches Private Stablecoin Zones for Enterprise Payroll and Treasury Settlements

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Tempo has introduced Zones, a private execution environment that allows enterprises and financial institutions to process stablecoin transactions without exposing payment data to the public. Key Takeaways: Tempo launched Zones, a private stablecoin execution environment, giving enterprises transaction-level privacy on Tempo Mainnet. Payroll teams using Tempo Zones can process employee payments in 2025 without exposing […]

Analyst Reveals The Chances Of Bitcoin Price Crashing Again

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Bitcoin’s recent price behavior has kept traders split between those expecting another leg down and those calling that a bottom is already in. That tension is now feeding different technical analyses, with one analyst arguing that the probability of a deeper crash has dropped significantly based on long-term signals. Chance Of Bitcoin Making New Lows Is Very Small Bitcoin has spent months testing the patience of its holders since its all-time high of $126,000 in 2025. According to crypto analyst Sykodelic, there is a compelling case that the drawdown is done and that the probability of Bitcoin revisiting new lows at this point has dropped massively. Sykodelic’s rationale leans heavily on the behavior of the Relative Strength Index (RSI) on the weekly candlestick timeframe chart. According to his analysis posted on X, Bitcoin has just printed a powerful bullish break on the weekly RSI, and what makes this particular reading extraordinary is not just where it bounced from but how low it got before doing so. The weekly RSI has only fallen below 30 on three occasions in BTC’s history, with the most recent being Q1 2026. However, the RSI is now back into the normal zone, and it has broken above a descending trendline that touches lower highs. According to the analyst, this scenario means that the probabilities are now very slim for new lows of any kind. The Bottom Signals Have Stacked Up The RSI break did not arrive on its own. Sykodelic noted that multiple bottom indicators have converged simultaneously, a convergence he described as reaching a very high degree. According to him, about 12 important bottom indicators have fired, and Bitcoin is showing it here. The broader data support his reading. Bitcoin exchange reserves have fallen to seven-year lows while whale wallets are now accumulating more than $2 billion worth of Bitcoin, their highest in over two months. Spot Bitcoin ETFs have recorded $954.05 million in net inflows so far in April, following a $1.32 billion inflow in March, which was the first positive month since October 2025. Looking at the chart Sykodelic shared, the weekly price structure shows BTC breaking out of a descending trendline above $70,000, a pattern visible across both the price candles and the RSI panel below. Previous breakouts in 2022, 2023, and early 2025 were characterized by a similar RSI breakout of a descending trendline. All of this contributes to a market environment where downside continuation becomes harder to sustain. Despite his conviction, Sykodelic stopped short of declaring an unconditional all-clear. The most important thing now is seeing how BTC closes the week. At the time of writing, Bitcoin is trading at $75,818, up by 1.4% in the past 24 hours.

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Bitcoin Price Prediction: BTC Approaches $79K Resistance - Coinpaper

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Kain Warwick: Quantum computing threatens Bitcoin's security, the community's resistance to innovation stifles growth, and financial tribalism shapes investment psychology | Unchained - Crypto Briefing

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Bitcoin Mining Network Collapsing Into AI At Record Pace, Analyst Warns

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The founder of Capriole Investments has warned that the Bitcoin miner AI pivot could result in mining revenue plunging to 30% in 2-3 years. Bitcoin Mining Companies Are Fast Pivoting To AI In a new post on X, Capriole Investments founder Charles Edwards has talked about the transition that the Bitcoin mining industry has been going through. Many major public mining companies have announced an AI pivot to at least some degree. Below is a table that assembles the data related to the public miners in the process of shifting toward the AI compute business. As is visible, all of these Bitcoin mining companies have made statements announcing a push into AI. Though, while these companies have been expanding into the industry, most of them haven’t started generating a significant revenue from the business yet. On average, AI is making up for 13% of the revenue of the major miners, leaving BTC as still the majority source of income for these firms. This might not last too long, however, if the targets announced by the miners are anything to go by. From the table, it’s apparent that most of these companies are targeting AI revenue to cover the majority of their income by 2027-2028. “On average current Bitcoin revenue is expected to drop from 90% to just 30% in the next 2-3 years!” noted Edwards. The companies who are targeting a complete or near-complete transition also happen to be the ones that have seen their stock perform the best in the market. “Those with 80%+ AI share of revenue targets saw their stocks climb up over 500% on average,” explained the analyst. “Those targeting <60% AI revenue saw 1/10th the growth, with many having negative 2 year returns.” Bitcoin is a cryptocurrency that’s secured by its mining network, but given the pivot that the major miners are making, it would appear that the energy allocation toward the network is weakening. In terms of real-world impact, it’s unclear whether the AI push has influenced the network’s trajectory so far. According to data from Blockchain.com, the Bitcoin Hashrate, a measure of the total amount of computing power connected to the blockchain, has gone down during the last few months. This could make it seem like the recent pivot toward the high-performance computing business is behind the downtrend, but it might very well just be a consequence of the Bitcoin price decline. Nonetheless, even if AI hasn’t directly impacted the Hashrate yet, the revenue projections suggest that a shift could soon be coming, and a notable one at that. “Bitcoin used to be famed for having the biggest computing network in the world,” said Edwards. “It’s now collapsing into AI at record pace.” BTC Price At the time of writing, Bitcoin is floating around $76,200, up 5.5% in the last seven days.

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Chainalysis Details ‘Shadow Crypto Economy’ Exposure as Grinex Suspends Operations

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Grinex’s shutdown is intensifying scrutiny of crypto laundering tactics, as fund movements suggest behavior inconsistent with typical enforcement actions. Chainalysis analysis highlights patterns that raise questions about whether the activity aligns with a conventional external hack or alternative explanations. Key Takeaways: Chainalysis flags Grinex swaps as inconsistent with typical law enforcement seizures. Tron-based conversions show […]

Ethereum Showcases Dominance, Claiming No.1 Spot In Global Validator Network Spread

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Amid the growing recognition of the blockchain sector, the Ethereum network continues to be at the forefront of the growth, securing more user activity than most networks. The most recent aspect being dominated by the leading network is validator distribution, which makes it a leader in decentralized applications (dApps) activity. Validator Distribution Strength Puts Ethereum On Top The Ethereum network has emerged with another reason why it is considered the leading blockchain across the entire cryptocurrency sector. After a wave of demand, a significant milestone has now been reached in the evolution of Ethereum, putting the network in the spotlight once again. In a report on the social media platform X, Everstake, a leader in global non-custodial staking infrastructure provider, revealed that the ETH network has emerged as the top blockchain in validator distribution. With validation authority distributed more fairly across participants rather than being concentrated among a few entities, this development highlights an increasing degree of decentralization. As seen in the chart shared by Everstake, the total number of validators on the network is approximately 921,500. The ETH network is exceptionally leading in this context, with Cardano, which comes in the second position, recording a total of just 2,900 validators. This level of validators enables the ETH network to operate at a scale that clearly sets it apart from the rest of the market. It is worth noting that this development also strengthens the network’s role as a fundamental layer for decentralized applications by bolstering its resilience and security. At this point, different networks are persistently evolving and optimizing for their own priorities. Ethereum, on the other hand, is showing that its strength mainly relies on the breadth of participation securing the network. Everstake stated that this degree of distribution supports long-term security and resilience in addition to decentralization. As the sector evolves, validator scale has become one of the clearest indicators of network maturity in numerous ways, but Ethereum continues to be the reference point. ETH’s Price Set For A Massive Move While Ethereum gains momentum, Crypto Patel has underlined that a key level will determine its next big move. In the analyst’s view, ETH’s bottom looks done for now after dropping hard from $4,800 to $1,765, wiping out almost every trader on the way down. However, the price has been slowly climbing inside a rising channel since then. Currently, ETH’s price is positioned just below a big unfilled gap between $2,474 and $2,634, which is where the price is expected to go next. Above that is the real resistance at $2,900 and $3,050. If ETH makes a daily break and closes below $3,050, it would change the price dynamics to a full trend reversal. On the downside, $1,800 is the key support, but losing $1,765 would mean trouble. Patel highlighted that ETH is still recovering, but has not shown serious strength yet. Thus, the expert claims it still needs to break $3,050 to confirm real strength, urging investors to be patient and wait for a clear price direction.

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Analyst Exposes Bitcoin Market Maker Buy Strategy, Shows What Happens When Accumulation Ends

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A crypto analyst has outlined a detailed market structure, suggesting that Bitcoin (BTC) may be entering a decisive stage after months of consolidation and price declines. His strategy maps recent price behavior into a sequence of institutionally driven phases, arguing that the end of accumulation often signals the start of a stronger upward expansion. The Bitcoin MarketMaker Buy Strategy Crypto market expert Merlijn The Trader has presented a market structure model on X, showing that Bitcoin’s recent price action is unfolding in line with an institutional trading cycle. The chart framework, known as the MarketMaker Buy Model, argues that large institutional players move markets in predictable stages designed to transfer Bitcoin from emotional retail traders into stronger, long-term holders before pushing prices significantly higher. According to the analyst, the first stage of the cycle, highlighted in the first green box on the chart, began with a “Distribution” phase that occurred between about $100,000 and $120,000 in mid-2024. During this period, Bitcoin traded in a choppy downward pattern. This type of movement indicated that large holders were selling their Bitcoin amid strong demand from retail traders buying aggressively near the market top. The second stage identified by Merlijn The Trader is the “Flush,” marked by the red box on the chart. This phase saw a sharp and aggressive price decline designed to force weaker traders out of the market. Here, Bitcoin reportedly fell from $100,000 to $62,000, a roughly 38% drop. Following this correction, the MarketMaker model transitions into the “Accumulation” phase, represented by the larger grey box on the chart. According to the model, this is the stage where the market is currently consolidating. Merlijn The Trader places this phase between roughly $60,000 and $77,000. Within this zone, Bitcoin is trading in a relatively tight and choppy range rather than trending strongly in one direction. The sideways movement during this period also suggests that Bitcoin is building a foundation near a potential price bottom, as institutional buyers gradually accumulate more coins. In the fourth stage, Merlijn The Trader identifies the two blue boxes on the chart as a “Re-accumulation.” This zone, between approximately $80,000 and $95,000, marks a secondary consolidation period that typically follows a price bottom. This phase provides another opportunity for large investors to strengthen their positions before BTC potentially begins its next upward movement. What’s Next For BTC After Accumulation Looking ahead, Merlijn The Trader projects a potential upside target above $142,000 once Bitcoin emerges from its accumulation and re-accumulation phases. In his chart model, the path to this level may involve another short consolidation period before a possible breakout into new all-time highs by January 2027. The analyst also highlights a key resistance level around $70,000. Holding above this resistance is critical to maintaining the integrity of the MarketMaker model. Meanwhile, falling below the level suggests the structure may not be following the expected path.

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Bitcoin, Ether Lead Sustained Gains for Crypto ETFs

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Crypto ETFs extended their recovery with another day of inflows across all major assets. Bitcoin and ether maintained their streaks, while XRP and Solana posted strong gains. Key Takeaways Bitcoin ETFs added $26.05 million, led by Blackrock’s IBIT, extending a 3-day inflow streak. Ether ETFs gained $18.02 million over 6 days, signaling steady recovery despite […]

XRP, Bitcoin, And Everything In Between: Pundit Predicts What’s To Come

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XRP and Bitcoin are back in focus as a crypto analyst lays out a bold timeline of events that could shape the market through 2026. The outlook connects developments in crypto, stocks, and global events into one clear direction, suggesting that a strong phase may be building across multiple markets. Early Signals That Could Set XRP And Bitcoin In Motion The projection made by @Bird_XRPL on X starts with a series of developments expected to build early momentum. A planned launch of a digital payments platform around April 20 is seen as a key moment that could draw fresh interest into blockchain-based systems. Around the same time, a proposed link between Solana and the XRP Ledger could open the door for liquidity to move between both networks. This would allow traders from each ecosystem to interact more freely, increasing activity on both sides. The outlook also depends on strength in traditional markets. Continued gains in the S&P 500, along with a breakout in the Russell 2000, are presented as signs of growing confidence in the broader economy. When stocks perform well, investors are often more willing to take risks, which can support demand for digital assets like XRP and Bitcoin. Attention from well-known figures is another part of the picture. Elon Musk’s influence in crypto remains strong, and renewed public comments could bring fresh visibility to the space. At the same time, the possible return of Roaring Kitty is expected to revive retail trading interest, especially in stocks like GameStop. This mix of stock market excitement and crypto participation could drive more capital into both markets. Strong Q4 Finish For XRP And Bitcoin After the initial phase, the outlook points to a steady rise in crypto prices heading into the middle of the year. This period is expected to reflect growing participation and improving sentiment across the market. A key moment in this timeline is the 2026 FIFA World Cup. With billions of viewers expected worldwide, the event could introduce crypto to a much larger audience. The possibility of Cristiano Ronaldo promoting Bitcoin during the tournament adds another layer of exposure, especially among mainstream audiences who may not yet be active in crypto. Within this setting, Bitcoin reaching a new all-time high during the World Cup is seen as a realistic outcome. The timing would match a period of peak global attention, which could increase demand and drive prices higher. After this run, the market is expected to slow down and move sideways for a period. This phase would allow prices to stabilize before another upward move. Toward the end of the year, momentum is expected to return, following a pattern often seen in the final quarter. At the center of the forecast is XRP, with a projected move toward $27 or higher. This target is linked to the combined effect of market strength, increased participation, and rising global attention, forming a clear and structured outlook for the months ahead.

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Rep. Sheri Biggs Discloses $250,000 Bitcoin ETF Buy Amid Reserve Bill Push - Yahoo Finance

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XRP Gains Momentum As Buyers Return, But Here’s What The Sharpe Ratio Is Saying

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Following the broader market recovery, sentiment appears to be shifting in the XRP market as signs of renewed bullish momentum start to take hold. A growing bullish momentum implies that buyers are gradually stepping back in. However, a key metric suggests a lingering underlying weakness beneath the surface. The Real State Of The XRP Market After a period of uncertainty and subdued price action, XRP is gaining bullish traction, drawing closer to reclaiming the $1.50 mark. Even with the newfound strength of the altcoin, certain indicators show the broader market trend still appears to be weak and bearish, creating a layer of uncertainty. While it may seem bullish, Teddy, a crypto expert, has drawn attention to the XRP Sharpe Ratio, which is offering a sobering view of the XRP market. The key metric is trending in negative territory, indicating that conditions remain in a post-pain phase. What this means is investors are still recovering from earlier drawdowns despite a period of market stabilization. According to Teddy, the Sharpe Ratio is a crucial indicator that measures beyond price action. It also shows whether the market is delivering enough return for the volatility behind the move, making it important for a phase filter, not as a trigger. When the ratio travels deep into positive territory, the move is typically considered mature, and the reward is already getting stretched. However, those are often late-trend or overheated phases. In the opposite scenario, where the metric falls deep into negative territory, the market is moving through pain, and this is not an efficient trend. This is due to the fact that reset phases and better long-term entry conditions usually form here. Teddy highlighted that XRP went through that full cycle, with the deepest negative reading in this range appearing on September 5, 2022. At this stage, the Sharpe Ratio fell to roughly -1.097, with the altcoin near $0.332, marking a clear reset phase. However, the opposite extreme came much later in the cycle. During the late period, the metric expanded to about 2.072 on January 30, 2025, with XRP sitting near $3.14, marking an overhead phase, where reward had already been stretched. Meanwhile, the right is currently positioned far below that peak and still below zero (0). As observed in the chart, the Sharpe Ratio is around -0.230 following a rebound from a local low close to -0.525 on March 1, 2026. Although the market has cooled down, the metric still has not returned to a clean positive regime. “The overheated move is gone, but efficient expansion has not come back yet,” Teddy added. Momentum Indicators Show Compression XRP may have bounced back, but the altcoin seems to be compressing on all momentum indicators and with Price Action (PA) on the weekly time frame. At this point, Cryptoinsightuk outlines a minimum move to the 6.127% level as the current trend continues. If the altcoin breaks this level, the market expert predicts a lot of clear space, technically up to around 12%. With this, Cryptoinsightuk is confident that XRP’s next move will be aggressive, clearing the 6.127% level. After that, it’s critical to determine whether this is merely an expansion or a retracement.

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Elon Musk Pushes ‘Universal High Income’ Checks as Ultimate Solution for AI Unemployment

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The billionaire entrepreneur presented an optimistic vision of the future, highlighting that the advantages that AI will bring to the workplace and society will usher in a new era of prosperity. For him, the high availability of goods and services will solve inflation. Key Takeaways: Elon Musk pushes a Federal UHI to fix AI job […]

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Crypto And Financial Industry Giants Reveal What X Money Launch Means

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Crypto and financial industry leaders have raised concerns over Elon Musk’s proposed X Money. This includes Senator Elizabeth Warren, a member of the Senate Banking Committee, who warned that the move will threaten financial stability. Senator Elizabeth Warren Questions Elon Musk’s X Money Senator Warren wrote a letter to Elon Musk in which she raised concerns about the proposed April launch for the payments platform, X Money. She stated that developments around the launch of the payments platform raise significant consumer, financial stability, and national security concerns. As part of these concerns, the senator noted that X Money may partner with Cross River Bank, which was subject to a serious enforcement action by the FDIC in 2023 for unsafe and unsound practices. She also highlighted X Money’s preview materials, which suggest that users can earn up to 6% APY on deposit accounts. Warren said it is unclear what risky investments they plan to pursue to earn this yield when the Federal funds rate is at 3.75%. Senator Warren also raised concerns over X’s record of allowing sanctioned individuals like Hezbollah and the Houthis to purchase verified accounts and raise funds through the platform. She added that there have also been systemic failures to address child sexual abuse material, data privacy violations, and widespread fraud by verified users. Meanwhile, the senator warned about Musk’s potential role in shaping the regulatory environment for his own financial product, as X Money may include stablecoin issuance. She alluded to the GENIUS Act, which Warren noted includes a “suspicious carveout” that enables companies like X to issue a stablecoin without some of the required approvals and guardrails that apply to companies like X. Senator Warren requested a written response detailing Musk’s plans for the launch of X Money and the risks that the product may pose to consumers, financial stability, and national security. X has a deadline of April 21 to submit this written response. Threat To Other Competitors Crypto pundit Tat Thang noted in an X post that X Money and other financial offerings from the social media platform pose a huge threat to fintechs. The crypto pundit highlighted X’s financial stack, including Smart Cashtags, which went live earlier this week. With this feature, users will be able to search for any asset’s ticker and view real-time data about the asset without leaving the X app. Thang also noted that X has launched Brokerage routing via Wealthsimple, which is already live. At the same time, X Money is in beta, with Musk revealing that the payments platform could launch publicly as soon as this month. The pundit stated that fintechs like Robinhood cannot compete with X because the social media platform has 550 million monthly users. He added that X doesn’t need the best product, but simply a good-enough one within the app people already live in.

Bitcoin Price Surges Amid Epic Strategy Buying Spree - Investor's Business Daily

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Michael Saylor's MicroStrategy surges as Bitcoin breaks past $78K - Yahoo News Malaysia

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Rep. Sheri Biggs Doubles Down on Bitcoin, Buys Up to $250K of BlackRock's ETF - Decrypt

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Digital Art NFT Marketplace Foundation Closes After Failed Acquisition in Early 2026

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Foundation, the Ethereum-based non-fungible token ( NFT) marketplace that processed roughly $230 million in primary digital art sales since its 2020 launch, has shut down for good after a planned acquisition by display technology company Blackdove fell apart less than three months after closing. Key Takeaways: Kayvon Tehranian confirmed Foundation’s permanent shutdown on April 15, […]

Ethereum Foundation Program Identifies 100 DPRK-Linked Crypto Workers

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An open-source detection tool and an industry-standard identification framework — those were among the outputs of a single researcher working on a six-month stipend. The findings, published by the Ethereum Foundation, came out of a program called ETH Rangers, which was set up in late 2024 to fund security work that benefits the broader crypto ecosystem. One Researcher, One Stipend, 100 Operatives One of the grant recipients used the funding to build the Ketman Project, an investigation focused on fake developer identities inside crypto companies. Over six months, the project tracked down 100 North Korean IT workers embedded in Web3 organizations. About 53 projects were contacted and warned that they may have hired active operatives linked to the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea. The Ethereum Foundation described the threat as “one of the most pressing operational security threats facing the Ethereum ecosystem today.” A project funded by the #Ethereum Foundation revealed 100 North Korean IT workers who sneaked into #Web3 companies using false identities. #cryptosona $ETH pic.twitter.com/aCDKUV4mGO — CryptOpus (@ImCryptOpus) April 17, 2026 The Ketman Project’s website lays out the tactics these workers use — behavioral patterns, technical habits, and identity tricks that allow them to pass as legitimate developers. Some of the red flags are surprisingly basic. Workers were caught reusing the same profile photos and metadata across different GitHub accounts. During screen-sharing sessions, unlinked email addresses were accidentally exposed. In some cases, device language settings — set to Russian — gave away identities that contradicted the nationalities being claimed. How Operatives Were Caught The Ketman Project did not just identify individuals. It built infrastructure. An open-source tool was developed to flag unusual GitHub activity tied to suspicious accounts. A separate framework for identifying DPRK-linked workers was co-authored with the Security Alliance, a nonprofit focused on blockchain security. Both resources are now available for other organizations to use. Reports indicate the Ethereum Foundation did not disclose the specific methods used to unmask the operatives beyond what the Ketman Project’s own publications describe. The project’s website, however, offers detailed write-ups on the operational patterns that gave workers away. A Threat Measured In Billions North Korea’s presence in crypto is not new. State-linked hacking groups, including the well-known Lazarus Group, have been tied to some of the largest thefts in the industry’s history. According to reports, billions of dollars in digital assets have been stolen by North Korean actors over the years. The ETH Rangers program was created specifically to address security gaps through stipend-funded individuals doing public-interest work. The Ketman Project represents one of its first publicly documented results. Whether other grant recipients have produced similar findings has not been disclosed. Featured image from Chief Learning Officer, chart from TradingView

TRX Listing Launches on Binance.US, Advancing U.S. Market Access to TRON

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This sponsored press release was provided by TRON DAO was not written by Bitcoin.com News. Bitcoin.com News does not necessarily endorse the statements made within this announcement. PRESS RELEASE. Geneva, Switzerland — April 17, 2026 — TRON DAO, the community-governed DAO dedicated to accelerating the decentralization of the internet through blockchain technology and decentralized applications […]

Bitcoin Price: Bitcoin (BTC) Breaks $78,000 as Iran Opens the Strait of Hormuz - Yahoo Finance

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Ryan Kirkley: From Oil To Bitcoin, Markets Shift With Strait Of Hormuz News - Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty

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When Quantum Computers Come for Your Bitcoin: What Classical Property Law Says Happens Next - Bitcoin Magazine

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Market rally breakdown: Dow Jones, bitcoin, Tesla, and more - Yahoo Finance

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Bitcoin Surges, Oil Slides as Trump Says Iran Has Announced Strait of Hormuz Reopening - Finance Magnates

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Bitcoin Rally Triggers $800M Liquidation Wave, Shorts Take $650M Hit - Stocktwits

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Goldman Sachs Enters Bitcoin ETFs With Income Focused Crypto Offering - simplywall.st

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Bitcoin Touches $78,000 As Iran Declares Strait of Hormuz 'Completely Open' - thedefiant.io

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Bitcoin Climbs to Two-Month High Amid Middle East Deal Optimism - Yahoo Finance

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Circle Faces Lawsuit After Drift Exploit Over Claims It Took No Action to Freeze the Funds

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Crypto infrastructure providers are under rising pressure as a new lawsuit tests whether technical control can bring legal responsibility after a major hack. The case against Circle could influence how courts treat stablecoin and bridge operators during active breaches. Key Takeaways: Circle faces claims it failed to freeze stolen USDC after the Drift Protocol exploit. […]

Strategy’s bitcoin bet back in profit after $11B drawdown - Protos | Informed crypto news

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Attorney General Dana Nessel warns of Bitcoin ATM scams - WNEM

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Bitcoin escapes $75K cage, taps $78K—here's what bulls see next - Seeking Alpha

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Strategy Shares Pop as Bitcoin Holdings Flip Green, Near $61 Billion - Yahoo Finance

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Bitcoin Hits $78,348 as Strait of Hormuz Reopening Ignites Global Relief Rally

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Bitcoin surged past $78,000, reaching an intraday high of $78,348. The rally pushed its 24-hour gains to 4.1% and its total market cap to $1.56 trillion. Key Takeaways: Bitcoin hit $78,348 as Iran reopened the Strait of Hormuz, marking its highest price since Feb. 4. Global markets surged as Brent crude fell below $89, wiping […]

Congresswoman Biggs discloses six-figure BlackRock bitcoin ETF buy as BTC rebounds - The Block

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Michael Saylor's MicroStrategy surges as Bitcoin breaks past $78K - thestreet.com

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Strategy’s Stock Jumps 12% As Bitcoin Hits $78,000 - Yahoo Finance

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Crypto Stocks Rally As Bitcoin Breaks Two-Month High After Iran Reopens Strait - Forbes

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U.S. government moving bitcoin tied to Bitfinex hack - Yahoo Finance Singapore

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Here's What History Says Happens Next With Bitcoin - The Motley Fool

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Ripple (XRP) Leads Weekly Crypto Gains as Altcoins Outperform Bitcoin - 24/7 Wall St.

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Kraken Parent Payward Enters $550M Deal to Acquire Bitnomial, Accelerating Regulated US Crypto Derivatives Push

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Kraken is set to strengthen its dominance in U.S. crypto derivatives as parent company Payward moves to acquire Bitnomial in a deal worth up to $550 million at a $20 billion valuation. The move positions Kraken to accelerate regulated product expansion and capture growing market demand. Key Takeaways: Payward will acquire Bitnomial to add a […]

Cardano Is Already Running Behind 200 German Companies, Foundation CEO Says

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Cardano is already being used by roughly 200 large companies in Germany through agentic AI deployments, even if those firms do not realize the blockchain is sitting underneath their stack, according to Cardano Foundation CEO Frederik Gregaard. The claim, made during an interview with Jane King on GBBC’s Markets on Chain series from the New York Stock Exchange published April 16, points to a version of blockchain adoption that is less visible to end users but potentially more embedded in enterprise infrastructure. 200 German Companies Use Cardano Without Even Knowing It Gregaard framed the Cardano Foundation’s role as pushing blockchain into systems people use without necessarily recognizing it. “We have about 200 companies in Germany who live on agentic AI, fairly large companies, and they don’t even know they’re using Cardano as a security layer, as a digital identity layer and as an accountability layer,” he said. “Part of when you have, for instance, agentic AI who’s using data from two different databases, [is] ensuring that the agentic AI is who they say they are, that they have the data they claim without disclosing it, because we want privacy.” That argument was central to Gregaard’s broader pitch: blockchain, in his view, is becoming an underlying trust and coordination layer for AI-driven systems rather than simply a rails story for tokens or payments. He described a model where users could interact with seamless consumer applications while Cardano handles provenance, identity and compliance in the background. The point was less about visible crypto branding than about infrastructure-level deployment. Payments still featured prominently. Gregaard said AI agents in some of these systems are already transacting using a regulated stablecoin called USDM, with microtransactions used to meter prompt activity and align incentives between participants. “The AIs are actually paying themselves using regulatory compliant stablecoins,” he said. “There’s a microtransaction happening just to do the prompts. And that’s also part of the security layer, which ensures that one database who has more computing power than the other doesn’t do unlimited prompts and can circumvent the security.” Why Cardano Could Strive In The EU And US The interview also tied that enterprise and AI narrative to policy. Gregaard said the US stablecoin framework under the GENIUS Act had moved the market closer to Europe’s MiCA regime, but argued the more consequential shift could come from the Clarity Act. He said he expects that legislation, if passed, to unlock materially broader blockchain usage beyond financial applications, adding that “hundreds of companies” are already waiting on that kind of legal certainty. He further claimed that recent regulatory language had made clear that “Cardano is a commodity,” and suggested the US could move faster than Europe on this front. Alongside adoption, Gregaard leaned heavily on security. He said Cardano’s on-chain governance model and distributed validator base make it harder to compromise through a single point of failure, a contrast with networks he described as effectively controlled by a small number of insiders. He also argued that Cardano is emerging as a “first level quantum secure environment” through its interoperability with legal entity identity standards, which he said is drawing interest from banks, brokers, exchanges and central securities depositories. At press time, Cardano traded at $0.2566.

TRON Integrates deBridge MCP, Unlocking Seamless Cross-Chain Execution for AI Agents

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Bitcoin miners are dealing with this triple-threat. ‘I’m a seven worried,’ says mining CEO - dlnews.com

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Bitcoin miners are dealing with this triple-treat. ‘I’m a seven worried,’ says mining CEO - Yahoo Finance

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'Banks Are Coming'—Wall Street Bitcoin Rush Targets $189K - Forbes

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Bitcoin Rockets To $78,000—Top Analyst Reveals How High It Could Go Next

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Bitcoin (BTC) is making a strong comeback, snapping back toward the $78,000 area for the first time in more than two months as sentiment improves across global markets. The move comes as tensions between the United States and Iran appear to have eased, and the Strait of Hormuz has reopened—an event that has also driven oil prices down to around $88. Even though oil has dropped nearly 11% on Friday, crypto has followed a different trajectory. Bitcoin is up about 5% for the day, and both Ethereum (ETH) and Solana (SOL) have posted similar gains. The Catalysts Behind BTC’s Resurgence Commenting on the market reaction, Matt Mena, senior crypto research strategist at 21Shares, told Bloomberg that the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz is the “risk-on signal” global markets have been waiting for. In his view, removing what he described as one of the most significant geopolitical choke points has helped “uncork” a larger wave of liquidity and investor confidence, supporting demand across risk assets—including digital currencies. Beyond the geopolitical backdrop, several additional catalysts are also being cited by Bloomberg. One notable driver is institutional buying: Strategy (previously MicroStrategy) has acquired $2.6 billion in Bitcoin during the past two weeks. According to Bohan Jiang, a senior derivatives trader at FalconX, this has helped “underpin” the market, providing additional support as prices rebound. Still, investors are now looking for clarity on how far the rally can extend. What’s Next For Bitcoin? Market analyst Ali Martinez pointed to a key technical level that Bitcoin has repeatedly struggled with: the 100-day simple moving average (SMA). As Martinez noted in a recent post on X (formerly Twitter), Bitcoin has now cleared that resistance level, which is currently just above $74,000. He also highlighted that this is the third time since late 2025 that BTC has tested the 100-day SMA. In Martinez’s assessment, the pattern previously played out in two different setbacks. The first time BTC reacted there in October, it led to a 30% pullback. The second time, in January, it resulted in a 39% correction. With that nearest resistance cleared, Martinez suggested the invalidation of the earlier pattern could open the door for a move toward the 200-day SMA, which is close to $88,000. If that target is reached, BTC could gain an additional 12% from current levels. Featured image from OpenArt, chart from TradingView.com

US Government Moves Bitcoin Tied to $9 Billion Bitfinex Hack - Yahoo Finance

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Alcoa Is Close to a Deal to Sell Smelter Site to Bitcoin Miner - Bloomberg.com

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Congresswoman Sheri Biggs Discloses Up to $250,000 BTC Investment via iShares Bitcoin ETF - Bitcoin Magazine

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Here's What History Says Happens Next With Bitcoin - Yahoo Finance

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Can Bitcoin Reach $80,000 This Weekend as the Strait of Hormuz Opens? - Yahoo Finance

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Bitcoin jumps to highest level since February, boosted by optimism over reopening of Strait of Hormuz - Sherwood News

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Michael Saylor's MSTR bitcoin (BTC) holdings are back in profit - CoinDesk

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Strive Soars 12%, Bitmine Jumps 5% as Bitcoin and Ethereum’s Surge Lifts the Crypto Proxy Trade - Yahoo Finance

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Oil Prices Crash as Iran Reopens Strait of Hormuz

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The announcement was made by Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, who specified that as part of the ceasefire, the Strait of Hormuz was “completely open.” Oil futures plummeted, with the WTI and Brent benchmarks falling over 10%, reaching below $90. Key Takeaways: Iran reopened the Strait of Hormuz, crashing Brent futures 10% to $87.19 and […]

Bitcoin price news: BTC eyes sustained breakout above $76,000 on Strait of Hormuz opening - CoinDesk

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BTC, ETH, SOL price news: crypto stocks surge 10%-20% as bitcoin hits $78K on Iran talks - CoinDesk

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Bitcoin retakes $78,000 as Trump declares Hormuz 'open and ready for business' - The Block

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Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley bet big on Bitcoin. 'Wall Street has literally arrived' - dlnews.com

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Crypto Shockwave: Circle Sued As $280 Million Drift Hack Unravels

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North Korean hackers likely pocketed hundreds of millions in stolen crypto — and now a US court is being asked to decide whether a stablecoin giant should have stopped them. Circle’s Own Track Record Becomes A Key Weapon A class action lawsuit filed in a Massachusetts federal court this week names Circle Internet Group as the defendant, with plaintiffs arguing the company had both the means and the opportunity to stop roughly $280 million in stolen USDC from moving across blockchains — and did nothing. The case was brought by Drift Protocol investor Joshua McCollum, representing more than 100 affected members. Their attorneys put it plainly: Circle allowed criminal use of its own technology. The April 1 attack on Drift Protocol saw attackers drain funds and route them from Solana to Ethereum using Circle’s Cross-Chain Transfer Protocol, a bridging tool the company operates. The transfers happened over several hours, according to reports. The window was wide open. What makes the lawsuit particularly pointed is what happened just days before the hack. About a week prior, Circle froze 16 USDC wallets tied to a sealed US civil case. Plaintiffs seized on that detail. If Circle could move fast for a court-adjacent matter, they argue, it could have acted here too. That single fact sits at the center of the legal fight. I hope there’s some precedent set. Either you’re a decentralized protocol and literally do not have the power to freeze or you’re not and you should be freezing hacked funds. This middle ground hand wavy “only with a court order” stuff is weak. Misses the forest for the trees https://t.co/TqzOYKZOvm — James Seyffart (@JSeyff) April 16, 2026 Accusations Range From Negligence To Aiding The Crime The suit carries two main charges: negligence and aiding and abetting conversion — a legal term for helping someone unlawfully take another person’s property. The law firm Mira Gibb is handling the case for McCollum and the other Drift investors. Damages have not yet been set and will be determined at trial. Circle has not responded to requests for comment. Crypto analytics firm Elliptic flagged the attack as the work of North Korean state-backed operatives. Based on Elliptic’s analysis, the hackers executed more than 100 transactions through Circle’s bridging infrastructure during regular US business hours. After moving the funds to Ethereum, the stolen assets were converted and pushed through Tornado Cash, a privacy protocol used to obscure transaction trails. ARK Invest Defends Circle, But The Moral Stakes Remain High Not everyone is pointing fingers at Circle. Lorenzo Valente, ARK Invest’s director of digital asset research, argued that Circle made the right call by not acting without a legal order. His concern: give a company like Circle the power to freeze funds on judgment alone, and every decision becomes political. He questioned aloud where the line would be drawn — between a North Korean hacker and a suspicious wallet elsewhere in the world. Featured image from B&G Lawyers, chart from TradingView

XRP Holds Breakout as Global Macro Conditions Improve and Stronger Institutional Flows Support Further Upside

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Buying pressure remains firmly in control as XRP holds a breakout near intraday highs after a sharp rally. Strong momentum and improving market conditions are supporting the advance, while technical signals show the move is becoming extended. Key Takeaways: XRP held above breakout levels, signaling buyers still control the trend. Institutional flows and Rakuten support […]

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Bitcoin prices break out of range, Strategy stock turns positive YTD - Yahoo Finance

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Bitcoin Climbs to Two-Month High Amid Middle East Deal Optimism - Bloomberg.com

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Bitcoin Rips Higher as Hormuz Reopening Lifts Sentiment and Keeps Bulls in Control

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Bitcoin extends its breakout above prior resistance, signaling strong upward momentum as buyers push price to fresh local highs. The move reflects sustained demand and trend continuation, with bitcoin holding firm near peak levels. Key Takeaways: Bitcoin pushes toward $78K as strong buying momentum drives continued upside. Chart confirms bullish breakout with higher highs supporting […]

Crypto stocks climb as Bitcoin surges past $75,500 for first time since February - Investing.com

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Bitcoin vs. gold: Safe-haven debate remains unclear after Iran shock - Investing.com

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Bitcoin, Stocks Surge as Iran Says Strait of Hormuz Is 'Completely Open' - Decrypt

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Kraken Owner Payward to Acquire Bitnomial for $550M, Securing Full CFTC-Licensed U.S. Crypto Derivatives Stack - Bitcoin Magazine

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He Thought His Old Bitcoin Was Worthless… Until It Hit $14 Million — Then He Forgot The PIN - Bitcoin Magazine

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Nic Carter Says Bitcoin Has 3 Ways To Handle Satoshi’s Coins

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Founding partner at Castle Island Ventures Nic Carter has laid out what he sees as three plausible paths for Bitcoin as the industry moves toward post-quantum cryptography: freeze vulnerable early coins, leave them untouched and accept the consequences, or pursue a legal “salvage” process that avoids a protocol-level confiscation. The debate matters because, in Carter’s framing, roughly 1.7 million BTC in old pay-to-pubkey outputs could become exposed if Bitcoin eventually deprecates elliptic curve signatures and a cryptographically relevant quantum computer arrives. The Third Option In Bitcoin’s Satoshi Coin Battle In a post on X, Carter argued that the Overton window around quantum risk has shifted quickly. What was recently treated as a fringe concern, he wrote, is now increasingly being discussed as an eventual engineering and governance problem for Bitcoin itself. “The thing about the PQ transition is, it’s impossible as a Bitcoiner to claim that this protocol is cutting edge technology if Bitcoin, a monetary system predicated entirely on cryptography, is a laggard,” he wrote, adding that betting the fate of the network on the hope that the technology does not advance would be both reckless and embarrassing. From there, Carter sketched the upgrade path he expects. After a soft fork, Bitcoin would likely move through an intermediate phase in which users could sign with existing ECC-based schemes or with new post-quantum signatures. Eventually, he wrote, legacy signatures such as ECDSA and Schnorr would be disallowed entirely. That transition, in his telling, is the easy part. The harder question comes later: what to do with coins that never migrate. He framed that dispute as a clash between two camps already taking shape. On one side are institutions, custodians, exchanges, and fiduciaries that would view a freeze of non-migrated coins as the only acceptable option. Carter’s argument is that these actors cannot tolerate the risk that dormant holdings, including Satoshi’s coins, might suddenly be recovered by a hostile quantum-capable party and dumped into the market or otherwise used to destabilize Bitcoin. On the other side are hardcore Bitcoiners and ideological purists who see any such freeze as a fundamental breach of the system’s monetary and political principles. Carter described their position in stark terms: “Satoshi set 21 million as the monetary parameter, and no one alive has the authority to arbitrarily modify that to 19.x million. Bitcoin doesn’t engage in selective ‘irregular state changes’ like Ethereum did after the DAO was hacked in 2016. Even after 850k BTC were lost to Mt Gox, nothing was done at the protocol layer to recover the funds.” Carter said he believes the freeze camp is more likely to win than many Bitcoiners assume, largely because the structure of the market has changed since the 2015-2017 blocksize wars. In his view, today’s Bitcoin is far more concentrated in corporate entities, ETF issuers, custodians and large asset managers, giving “economic nodes” much more leverage than they had a decade ago. He also noted that some influential technical figures have already taken the side of freezing vulnerable coins if a genuine threat emerges. Still, Carter’s preferred outcome is neither a freeze nor a laissez-faire approach. His “secret third thing” is a legal salvage framework. Under that scenario, a US quantum leader such as Google, IBM or another domestic firm would build the first cryptographically relevant quantum computer and, under court authority, recover the vulnerable coins into trust-like structures rather than take ownership outright. “It would go like this,” Carter wrote. “A US firm, whether it’s Google, or IBM, or one of the other quantum leaders… acquires a CRQC first, and contracts with the US government to lawfully recover the 1.7m p2pk coins. They do not obtain ownership of these coins, but are rather appointed by a court as a neutral receiver or court-authorized custodian, tasked with securing and returning the assets to their rightful owners where possible and otherwise holding them in trust pending judicial disposition.” In Carter’s ordering, lawful salvage is the best result, a freeze is second-best, and a no-freeze outcome ranks far behind. “If Bitcoin really does freeze the coins, then something about Bitcoin will truly have died,” he wrote. “It would survive, but it will be forever changed.” At press time, Bitcoin traded at $74,795.

Strategy Climbs 6% as Bitcoin Surges: 762,000 Coins and a Mountain of Debt Keep Investors Divided - 24/7 Wall St.

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Strategy Climbs 6% as Bitcoin Surges: 762,000 Coins and a Mountain of Debt Keep Investors Divided& & 24/7 Wall St.

Bitcoin Price Charges Past $77,000 as Iran Says Strait of Hormuz Fully Open - Bitcoin Magazine

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Bitcoin Price Charges Past $77,000 as Iran Says Strait of Hormuz Fully Open& & Bitcoin Magazine

Anthropic Debuts Claude Opus 4.7 as Agentic Workflows Take Center Stage

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Anthropic officially launched its newest artificial intelligence model, Claude Opus 4.7, on Thursday, April 16, 2026. Key Takeaways: Anthropic launched Claude Opus 4.7 on April 16, 2026, featuring an 87.6% score on the SWE-bench Verified test. The AI industry shift toward agentic autonomy sees Opus 4.7 outperform GPT-5.4 in complex coding and finance. Developers must […]

Bitcoin Hits $77K as Hormuz Reopens, Oil Drops 10% - Bitbo

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Bitcoin Hits $77K as Hormuz Reopens, Oil Drops 10%& & Bitbo

Crypto Exchange Plot Twist In Russia: Is Grinex A Victim Of Cyberwar?

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A sanctioned, Russia-linked crypto exchange based in Kyrgyzstan, has abruptly halted operations after reporting a large-scale cyberattack. Another Hacked Crypto Exchange…Or Is It? The crypto exchange Grinex suspended activity after hackers siphoned off roughly 1 billion rubles (around $13 million in crypto) from its infrastructure, forcing it to suspend trading and withdrawals. In its official public statement, Grinex claims the hack bore the hallmarks of “special services” from “unfriendly states,” framing the incident as economic warfare rather than a straightforward security failure. The crypto exchange also stated that it has filed a formal police report. Blockchain analytics firms and prior investigations have described Grinex, launched in 2025, as the full-fledged successor to Garantex, a Moscow-based centralized exchange (CEX) sanctioned by the United States and European partners for handling illicit transactions and sanctions evasion. Alongside rubles and USDT, Grinex also acts as the main venue for trading A7A5, which many view as the first stablecoin directly tied to the Russian ruble. In the past, this helped Russian actors recover frozen balances and move money around sanctions chokepoints. Grinex and related entities have been cited as critical nodes in a broader Russian sanctions-evasion ecosystem that has processed hundreds of billions of dollars’ worth of activity tied to state-adjacent finance. Economic Warfare Or Convenient Cover? According to the crypto CEX, its infrastructure was compromised in a “large-scale” operation, publishing a list of hacked accounts with outgoing transfers that blockchain investigators have traced across TRON and Ethereum. The attacker rapidly swapped the proceeds into TRX and other assets Instead of leaving the funds in USDT, thus minimizing the risk of a stablecoin freeze and consolidating them into a handful of wallets that currently hold tens of millions of TRX. TRM Labs and other forensic teams report that TokenSpot, a Kyrgyzstan-based platform assessed as a likely front for Garantex, showed overlapping wallets, shared consolidation addresses and simultaneous downtime. This suggests a coordinated hit on a linked sanctions-evasion network instead of just a one-off exploit. Grinex’s public statement argues the attack used “unprecedented” resources available only to foreign intelligence from unfriendly states, and that it was part of a systematic campaign to cut Russian access to offshore withdrawals. That claim lands in a context where U.S., UK and EU authorities have already sanctioned the CEX, seized infrastructure, and targeted wallets linked to Russian illicit finance and even conflict actors like the Houthis. What This Means For Crypto Risk Whether or not state actors were actually involved in this hack, the incident highlights how politically exposed crypto exchanges are turning every major security event into a narrative battle over “financial sovereignty” versus “illicit finance”. For traders and market participants, the Grinex episode reminds us of the structural risk of routing volume through sanctioned or opaque offshore venues that double as sanctions-evasion rails, even when headline yields or liquidity look attractive. On-chain investigators have now publicly mapped critical parts of this network, making it more likely that enforcement, secondary sanctions and deplatforming will keep ratcheting up. Such a trend that can suddenly strand funds or counterparties if you are on the wrong side of those flows. In practical terms, this kind of hack pushes risk premia higher around Russia-linked liquidity, increases the odds of further wallet blacklisting and stablecoin freezes, and reinforces the case for traders to price in jurisdiction, sanctions exposure and forensics footprint when they choose where to trade. Cover image from Perplexity. BTCUSD chart from Tradingview.

Current price of Bitcoin for MM-DD-YYYY - Fortune

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Current price of Bitcoin for MM-DD-YYYY& & Fortune

Current price of Bitcoin for April 17, 2026 - Fortune

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Current price of Bitcoin for April 17, 2026& & Fortune

Bitcoin Price Tops $75,000, XRP, Solana Gain. What's Driving the Crypto Rally. - Barron's

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Bitcoin Price Tops $75,000, XRP, Solana Gain. What's Driving the Crypto Rally.& & Barron's

XRP Vs. Dogecoin ETFs: Which Of These Has Performed Better In April?

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XRP and Dogecoin ETFs received approval in similar timeframes and have since been trading on the open market for six months now. During this time, there have been ups and downs for digital assets as interest fluctuated with the bear markets. Given the fact that both of these ETFs were approved in the same month, this report looks into their performances, comparing the funds to see which digital asset has drawn the most interest from investors. Dogecoin ETFs Performance In 6 Months The initial response to the Dogecoin ETFs was excitement back in November 2025, as the expectation had been building for a while. Once the ETFs launched, though, it was quickly evident that interest was not as high as expected. According to data from the SoSoValue website, the inflow in the first month came out to $2.16 million, with total net assets sitting at $6.29 million. While the following months would see better inflow numbers, they were not exactly much better. For example, the cumulative total net inflow for December 2025 was $2.34 million, only slightly higher than the $2.16 million recorded in October. January 2026 has come out as the best month for the Dogecoin ETFs so far, with a cumulative total net inflow of $6.41 million. This had brought the total net assets above $10 million for the first time. However, since then, the Dogecoin ETFs have been unable to replicate this. As for the month of April, there have only been two days of inflows/activity despite being two weeks in. The site recorded inflows of $1.34 million on Friday, April 10, and $187,370 on Tuesday, April 14, bringing the total net assets to $10.8 million. But since then, there has been no other activity for the Dogecoin ETFs. XRP ETFs Are Doing Much Better In sharp contrast to the poor performance of Dogecoin ETFs, XRP ETFs have seen a notable amount of success in the market. In the first month alone, November 2025, the XRP ETFs had recorded $666.61 million in total cumulative net inflow. By the time the month was over, total net assets had risen to $687.81 million, data from SoSoValue shows. The next month followed with $1.17 billion in cumulative total net inflow, pushing the total net assets above $1.2 billion. The next few months were not as successful, but there was always a notable amount of inflow moving into the XRP ETFs. In the month of April, the XRP ETFs have already recorded more than $12 million in total net inflow, and $1.22 billion cumulative total net inflow. The total net assets did fall under $1 billion at the start of the year, but stayed high at $959 million at the time of the report. Given the available information, it shows that XRP ETFs have performed better than Dogecoin ETFs. This also means that the XRP ETFs have received more institutional support compared to their Dogecoin counterparts.

$125M in crypto liquidations as Bitcoin price predictions for April 15 - Crypto Briefing

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$125M in crypto liquidations as Bitcoin price predictions for April 15& & Crypto Briefing

Charles Schwab begins internal Bitcoin trading, public launch imminent - Crypto Briefing

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Charles Schwab begins internal Bitcoin trading, public launch imminent& & Crypto Briefing

Negative Funding Rates Hit Yearly High as Bitcoin Tests $76K - Yahoo Finance

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Negative Funding Rates Hit Yearly High as Bitcoin Tests $76K& & Yahoo Finance

Negative Funding Rates Hit Yearly High as Bitcoin Tests $76K - Decrypt

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Negative Funding Rates Hit Yearly High as Bitcoin Tests $76K& & Decrypt

Musk's Father Says Family Holds 23,400 Bitcoin As X Money Due To Go Live This Month - Yahoo Finance

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Musk's Father Says Family Holds 23,400 Bitcoin As X Money Due To Go Live This Month& & Yahoo Finance

Bitcoin April 17 daily chart alert - Price hits 2.5-mo. high - KITCO

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Bitcoin April 17 daily chart alert - Price hits 2.5-mo. high& & KITCO

Crypto tolls in the Strait of Hormuz shows why bitcoin thrives in times of crisis - The Conversation

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Crypto tolls in the Strait of Hormuz shows why bitcoin thrives in times of crisis& & The Conversation

Zonda crypto CEO publicly reveals wallet holding 4.5K Bitcoin amid fund misuse claims - AMBCrypto

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Zonda crypto CEO publicly reveals wallet holding 4.5K Bitcoin amid fund misuse claims& & AMBCrypto

Beyond the memes: Understanding the unique roles of gold and Bitcoin - New York Post

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Beyond the memes: Understanding the unique roles of gold and Bitcoin& & New York Post

Bitcoin outlook still clouded by 'extreme fear' amid macro uncertainty and profit-taking despite rally to $76K, analysts say - The Block

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Bitcoin outlook still clouded by 'extreme fear' amid macro uncertainty and profit-taking despite rally to $76K, analysts say& & The Block

Bitcoin and ethereum prices today, Friday, April 17, 2026: Higher prices hold with ceasefire in effect - Yahoo Finance

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Bitcoin and ethereum prices today, Friday, April 17, 2026: Higher prices hold with ceasefire in effect& & Yahoo Finance

Bitcoin’s Quantum Threat Sparks Debate as 'Canary' Proposal Challenges 5-Year Freeze Plan - CCN.com

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Bitcoin’s Quantum Threat Sparks Debate as 'Canary' Proposal Challenges 5-Year Freeze Plan& & CCN.com

Singapore Gulf Bank Unveils Stablecoin Mint and Redeem Service for Institutional Clients

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Singapore Gulf Bank has launched a stablecoin mint and redeem service, allowing institutional and high-net-worth clients to convert fiat currency to digital assets with 24/7 instant settlement. Key Takeaways: SGB launched 24/7 stablecoin minting on SGB Net to enable instant settlement for transactions over $100,000. To drive adoption, SGB is waiving Solana gas and bank […]

BTC price ceasefire boost is fizzling out as investors look for results: Crypto Daily - CoinDesk

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BTC price ceasefire boost is fizzling out as investors look for results: Crypto Daily& & CoinDesk

Hoskinson Says Bitcoin's Quantum Proposal Is a Disguised Hard Fork That Leaves 1.7 Million BTC Unrecoverable - unchainedcrypto.com

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Hoskinson Says Bitcoin's Quantum Proposal Is a Disguised Hard Fork That Leaves 1.7 Million BTC Unrecoverable& & unchainedcrypto.com

Adam Back Sees Upside as Bitcoin Miners Shift to AI - Yahoo Finance

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Adam Back Sees Upside as Bitcoin Miners Shift to AI& & Yahoo Finance

Bitcoin Briefly Hits 10-Week High on Cautious Hopes for Iran War Peace Deal -- Market Talk - Moomoo

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Bitcoin Briefly Hits 10-Week High on Cautious Hopes for Iran War Peace Deal -- Market Talk& & Moomoo

The O.C. Guy Says Bitcoin Is ‘Still a Ponzi Scheme’ - New York Magazine

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The O.C. Guy Says Bitcoin Is ‘Still a Ponzi Scheme’& & New York Magazine

French Authorities To Roll Out New Protective Measures Amid Crypto Wrench Attacks Rise

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As France becomes a hotspot for crypto-related kidnappings and “wrench attacks,” authorities have announced fresh measures to crack down on these crimes and boost the security of digital asset holders in the country. French Authorities To Boost Crypto Holders’ Security On Thursday, Jean-Didier Berger, minister delegate to the interior minister of France, revealed that the ministry is preparing new measures to protect crypto asset holders amid the surge in kidnappings and wrench attacks in the country. Speaking at the Paris Blockchain Week, Berger addressed concerns about the cryptocurrency-related kidnappings, affirming that the French government is aware of the increasing threat and takes it “very seriously.” He emphasized that authorities already took initial “preventative measures” to strengthen protections, including check-ups at crypto executives’ homes, special briefings by elite police tactical units, and a prevention platform that has attracted thousands of sign-ups. During his panel, Berger noted that crimes and cybercrimes related to cryptocurrencies have become more common due to the industry’s adoption, adding that they could increase over time as the sector grows. Therefore, the government wants to reinforce security to prevent these attacks “in the coming weeks” with a new package of measures, which Berger has been working on alongside Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez. Nonetheless, he did not disclose specific details on these potential measures. Bloomberg reported that Paris Blockchain Week’s organizers had worked closely with local police and the interior ministry to enhance security at the event, with around half a dozen police vans lined up near the conference entrance on Wednesday morning. In addition, a police motorcade escorted guests to a VIP dinner in the Palace of Versailles on Tuesday. Berger addressed the strong security measures, affirming that “it demonstrates the determination of the government and of France to support you, assist you, and protect you in all circumstances.” France Sees Unprecedented Attack Numbers In 2026 Berger’s remarks and the heightened security at the event follow a surge in crypto-related attacks in France. Last week, a family was kidnapped in Anglet by four men in an unsuccessful attempt to obtain $471,000 in crypto. The attackers reportedly tied a mother and her 11-year-old child with an electrical cable and beat the father, who is a crypto entrepreneur, and grandfather, before police arrived. In March, local news outlets reported that three individuals posing as police officers held a man and a woman in their late fifties captive in their home in Le Chesnay, Yvelines. The trio demanded a ransom of $1.06 million in Bitcoin. RTL news recently unveiled that France has seen an unprecedented increase in these attacks. The nation has consistently been a prominent target for such incidents, with over a third of all publicly reported wrench attacks globally occurring within its borders since 2025. According to the report, the National Directorate of the Judicial Police (DNPJ) has recorded 41 crypto-related incidents across all agencies since the start of 2026. “This represents an exponential increase, given that the Criminal Investigation Department had recorded only about twenty kidnappings between 2023 and 2025,” RLT noted. Despite the concerning numbers, the French National Assembly advanced a provision requiring taxpayers to declare funds over €5,000 held in self-custody wallets, such as Metamask and Ledger. According to Gregory Raymond, co-founder of The Big Whale, this would mark a significant expansion of the reporting scope, which was limited to accounts held on platforms. Some crypto users have expressed their concern about the potential measure, with artist Pascal Boyart claiming that the government is “rendering the judicial system inoperative + kyc as kidnap your customer.” Nonetheless, Raymond has noted that the provision is unlikely to survive the Joint Committee (CMP), and if it progresses, the text could be referred to the Constitutional Council.

Bitcoin Reclaims $76K, Hits Two-Month High After Trump Signals Iran War May End Soon - Stocktwits

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Bitcoin Reclaims $76K, Hits Two-Month High After Trump Signals Iran War May End Soon& & Stocktwits

Bitcoin’s Fragile Recovery Sets Up a Big Short-Squeeze Risk - Bloomberg.com

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Bitcoin’s Fragile Recovery Sets Up a Big Short-Squeeze Risk& & Bloomberg.com

Bitcoin’s Fragile Recovery Sets Up a Big Short-Squeeze Risk - Yahoo Finance

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Bitcoin’s Fragile Recovery Sets Up a Big Short-Squeeze Risk& & Yahoo Finance

$T-Rex 2X Inverse MSTR Daily Target ETF (MSTZ.US)$ $Bitcoin (BTC.CC)$ As simple as you thought - Moomoo

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$T-Rex 2X Inverse MSTR Daily Target ETF (MSTZ.US)$ $Bitcoin (BTC.CC)$ As simple as you thought& & Moomoo

Bitcoin battles $76,000 resistance as traders clash over potential breakout: Crypto Markets Today - CoinDesk

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Bitcoin battles $76,000 resistance as traders clash over potential breakout: Crypto Markets Today& & CoinDesk

Charles Schwab Launches Spot Bitcoin and Ethereum Trading in Phased Rollout - unchainedcrypto.com

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Charles Schwab Launches Spot Bitcoin and Ethereum Trading in Phased Rollout& & unchainedcrypto.com

Peace or no-peace deal, Bitcoin technicals look at a bullish breakout - FXStreet

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Peace or no-peace deal, Bitcoin technicals look at a bullish breakout& & FXStreet

Economist Proposes National USD Stablecoin to Eliminate Currency Controls in Venezuela

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Alejandro Grisanti, head of Ecoanalitica, proposed issuing a national USD stablecoin as part of a series of measures to lift currency controls in Venezuela. This system would complement the current auction system, allowing the excluded sector to receive dollars via blockchain rails. Key Takeaways: Ecoanalitica proposes a stablecoin to fix local dollar shortages, driving future […]

Bitcoin per share: Connecting Excellence CEO on the metric investors should watch - Part 3 - Proactive financial news

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Bitcoin per share: Connecting Excellence CEO on the metric investors should watch - Part 3& & Proactive financial news

Bitcoin Is Gathering Momentum Around $75K - FXEmpire

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Bitcoin Is Gathering Momentum Around $75K& & FXEmpire

Bitcoin Breaks Above $75K, But Bears Refuse To Blink - TradingView — Track All Markets

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Bitcoin Breaks Above $75K, But Bears Refuse To Blink& & TradingView — Track All Markets

Goldman Sachs launches Bitcoin Premium Income ETF amid crypto integration push - Crypto Briefing

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Goldman Sachs launches Bitcoin Premium Income ETF amid crypto integration push& & Crypto Briefing

Charles Schwab’s Crypto Plan In Stages—Major Platform Details Announced

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Charles Schwab has shared more specifics about its upcoming “Schwab Crypto” platform, giving eligible customers a path to buy and sell bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) directly. Schwab Crypto’s Roadmap At launch, Schwab Crypto will offer direct trading in Bitcoin and Ethereum, which the firm says together account for roughly three-quarters of total crypto market capitalization. However, Schwab indicated that it intends to add additional cryptocurrencies to the platform in the future. The firm also plans to introduce transfer capabilities for deposits and withdrawals, so clients with digital asset holdings elsewhere can bring their investments into Schwab alongside their other accounts. Schwab also plans to lean heavily on its research and investor education approach. That includes digital assets learning materials powered by the Schwab Center for Financial Research, along with crypto-focused content delivered through Schwab Coaching. The goal, according to the company, is to help investors better understand how digital assets work and how they may fit into a broader investing strategy rather than treating crypto as a separate world. Cost is also positioned as a selling point. Schwab says pricing will be among the lowest in the industry, charging 75 basis points on the dollar value of each trade. Paxos For Sub-Custody And Trade Execution Joe Vietri, Head of Digital Assets at Charles Schwab, said the firm aims to give investors access to well-known cryptocurrencies through an “all-in-one investing and banking experience,” supported by education and the operational backing of Schwab’s ecosystem. Vietri framed the approach as catering to two groups at once: people who are new to crypto and want to use a trusted institution, and investors who already own digital assets and want to manage them with more confidence and convenience. Jonathan Craig, Head of Retail Investing at Charles Schwab, added that Schwab Crypto is meant to be a destination for retail customers who want direct exposure to the asset class while still benefiting from the service, educational resources, and research tools they expect from Schwab. Schwab also outlined how the arrangement will work operationally. The company says Schwab clients will maintain a separate crypto account under Schwab Crypto, which is offered by Charles Schwab Premier Bank, CSPB, and will be linked directly to their brokerage accounts. CSPB will act as custodian for clients’ digital assets, handling safekeeping and record-keeping. For sub-custody and trade execution, Schwab selected Paxos, a blockchain infrastructure provider regulated in the country. Schwab says Paxos will deliver these services using a federally overseen trust model and enterprise-grade technology, enabling financial institutions to provide digital asset solutions. At the time of writing, Bitcoin, the market’s leading crypto, was trading at around $74,900. This represents a 4.5% surge in the weekly time frame. However, this surge has been halted at the $76,000 resistance level, which is the largest obstacle for BTC in the near term. Featured image from OpenArt, chart from TradingView.com

Bitcoin Pressure Builds As Miners Dump 32K BTC In Just 3 Months - TradingView — Track All Markets

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Bitcoin Pressure Builds As Miners Dump 32K BTC In Just 3 Months& & TradingView — Track All Markets

Where are bitcoin ATMs banned? - ATM Marketplace

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Where are bitcoin ATMs banned?& & ATM Marketplace

Bitcoin is gathering momentum around $75K - FXStreet

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Bitcoin is gathering momentum around $75K& & FXStreet

Bitcoin Price Flashes 3 Bearish Warnings as Whales Sell - BeInCrypto

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Bitcoin Price Flashes 3 Bearish Warnings as Whales Sell& & BeInCrypto

Bitcoin’s (BTC) 50% drawdown may have marked a bottom as on-chain signals turn bullish - CoinDesk

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Bitcoin’s (BTC) 50% drawdown may have marked a bottom as on-chain signals turn bullish& & CoinDesk

Bitcoin BCMI Drops Into Historic Undervaluation Zone: Is a Major Pivot Forming? - CryptoPotato

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Bitcoin BCMI Drops Into Historic Undervaluation Zone: Is a Major Pivot Forming?& & CryptoPotato

Why Bitcoin’s long-term story looks stronger than the price - USA Today

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Why Bitcoin’s long-term story looks stronger than the price& & USA Today

Proposal to freeze Satoshi’s Bitcoin emerges, market remains unfazed - Crypto Briefing

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Proposal to freeze Satoshi’s Bitcoin emerges, market remains unfazed& & Crypto Briefing

Bitcoin back to $80,000 price? Kraken expert predicts two key triggers - dlnews.com

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Bitcoin back to $80,000 price? Kraken expert predicts two key triggers& & dlnews.com

Bitcoin back to $80,000 price? Kraken expert predicts two key triggers - Yahoo Finance

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Bitcoin back to $80,000 price? Kraken expert predicts two key triggers& & Yahoo Finance

Bitcoin Holds Near $75K — But Is Selling Pressure Building? - Investing.com

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Bitcoin Holds Near $75K — But Is Selling Pressure Building?& & Investing.com

Bitcoin rises, tops $77k after Iran temporarily opens Strait of Hormuz - Investing.com

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Bitcoin rises, tops $77k after Iran temporarily opens Strait of Hormuz& & Investing.com

Bitcoin miners hold the key to BTC’s Q2 fate – Here’s why - AMBCrypto

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Bitcoin miners hold the key to BTC’s Q2 fate – Here’s why& & AMBCrypto

Bitcoin miner reserves drop 61,000 BTC, sell pressure mounts - Crypto Briefing

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Bitcoin miner reserves drop 61,000 BTC, sell pressure mounts& & Crypto Briefing

Scott Melker ’s Bitcoin Thesis: ETFs, Institutional Access and a Missing Altseason Are Rewriting the Playbook - Binance

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Scott Melker ’s Bitcoin Thesis: ETFs, Institutional Access and a Missing Altseason Are Rewriting the Playbook& & Binance

Bitcoin, ETH, XRP, Solana Max Pain to Watch as Trump Says Iran War Could End - Yahoo Finance

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Bitcoin, ETH, XRP, Solana Max Pain to Watch as Trump Says Iran War Could End& & Yahoo Finance

Bitcoin bears are taking over, but BTC still looks bullish – Here’s why - AMBCrypto

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Bitcoin bears are taking over, but BTC still looks bullish – Here’s why& & AMBCrypto

MiCA Decoded: Your Crypto White Paper Can’t Just Be a Gitbook or PDF

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When most people hear crypto white paper, they think of Satoshi Nakamoto’s nine-page document, or an ICO-era pitch deck dressed up in technical language. MiCA has a different definition, and the gap between the popular understanding and the legal reality is where many compliance failures begin. MiCA Decoded is a 12-article weekly series for Bitcoin.com […]

Bitcoin (BTC) has a perfect bottom indicator. It's not flashing yet. - CoinDesk

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Bitcoin (BTC) has a perfect bottom indicator. It's not flashing yet.& & CoinDesk

Bitcoin (BTC) bear market bottom indicator that marked every cycle low since 2015 still hasn’t triggered - CoinDesk

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Bitcoin (BTC) bear market bottom indicator that marked every cycle low since 2015 still hasn’t triggered& & CoinDesk

Public Bitcoin Miners Sell Record 32,000 BTC in Q1 2026 as Margins Collapse - Yahoo Finance

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Public Bitcoin Miners Sell Record 32,000 BTC in Q1 2026 as Margins Collapse& & Yahoo Finance

Bitcoin price today: steady below $75k, set for 3rd weekly rise amid Iran hopes - Investing.com

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Bitcoin price today: steady below $75k, set for 3rd weekly rise amid Iran hopes& & Investing.com

Cryptoquant Data Shows Whale Deposits at Highest Level Since July 2024 Near Bitcoin Key Resistance

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Bitcoin has rallied to its highest price since Feb. 4, 2026, but onchain data from Cryptoquant shows the move is now running into a historically significant resistance level that has stopped previous bear market rebounds. Key Takeaways: Bitcoin is testing Cryptoquant’s Traders’ Realized Price at $76,800, a resistance level that capped the January 2026 rally. […]

NYSE Welcomes Morgan Stanley’s MSBT Launch as First Spot Bitcoin ETF Issued by a Major US Bank

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Bank-backed bitcoin ETFs are accelerating institutional adoption and strengthening market credibility. The NYSE marked a new milestone as Morgan Stanley Investment Management rang the closing bell and celebrated the launch of MSBT, which the NYSE described as the first spot bitcoin ETF by a major U.S. bank. Key Takeaways: NYSE welcomed Morgan Stanley as MSBT […]

The U.S. government moves $606,000 in bitcoin linked to the 2016 Bitfinex hack to Coinbase - CoinDesk

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The U.S. government moves $606,000 in bitcoin linked to the 2016 Bitfinex hack to Coinbase& & CoinDesk

Bitcoin Price Prediction: Analyst Warns $125K Target Looms From Impending Short Squeeze - Binance

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Bitcoin Price Prediction: Analyst Warns $125K Target Looms From Impending Short Squeeze& & Binance

X Money’s Crypto Ambitions Draw Fire From Senator Over Security Fears

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A promise of 6% returns on deposits from a crypto-linked payments platform is raising red flags in Washington — and one senator wants answers. Warren Zeroes In On The Numbers The math doesn’t add up, according to Sen. Elizabeth Warren. With the federal funds rate sitting between 3.5% and 3.75%, X Money’s advertised 6% yield on deposits struck the Massachusetts Democrat as suspicious enough to put in writing. In a letter sent Tuesday to Elon Musk, Warren asked how that return was even possible — and what risks customers might be taking on without knowing it. X Money is a payments feature being built into the X social media platform. A limited beta preview has already gone out, giving Warren enough to work with. She named Cross River Bank, X Money’s listed partner, as a point of concern. The bank has previously faced enforcement action from the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation. Warren questioned whether the 6% yield was being funded through risky investments, aggressive data collection, or other undisclosed practices. National Security On The Table The letter didn’t stop at interest rates. Warren told Musk that X Money’s expected move into stablecoins and cryptocurrency could threaten the broader financial system and US national security. Warren is a longtime critic of both the crypto industry and Musk personally, and the letter reflects both of those positions. ELON MUSK’S ???? JUST ANNOUNCED THEY WILL SOON LAUNCH A #BITCOIN AND CRYPTO PRODUCT… Elon Musk’s is about to launch ???? MONEY? This will be HUGE for Crypto! pic.twitter.com/bfKKEUU3mo — Crypto Rover (@cryptorover) April 14, 2026 At the center of her concern is a provision in the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for US Stablecoins Act — better known as the GENIUS Act. That legislation allows private companies, including non-bank entities, to issue their own dollar-backed tokens. Warren questioned whether X intends to use that opening to launch its own stablecoin. Based on reports, the law’s framework has drawn pushback from Democratic lawmakers who see it as too permissive toward tech companies looking to enter financial services. Deposit Insurance Left Out Of The Picture Warren also pressed Musk on what ordinary users would be told about federal deposit protections — or the lack of them. FDIC Chair Travis Hill confirmed in March that stablecoin deposits held through platforms like X Money would not be covered by federal insurance under the GENIUS Act. Hill noted the law doesn’t explicitly block pass-through insurance coverage, which would extend FDIC protection to individual users up to $250,000 in the event of a company failure. But he said allowing that would contradict the framework’s broader intent. Warren’s letter asked whether X Money customers would be clearly informed that their funds carry no federal backstop. It’s a basic consumer question — one that hasn’t been publicly answered. Musk has not yet responded to the letter. Featured image from IndieHackers, chart from TradingView

XRP leads bitcoin and ether on weekly gains, but muted volume keeps breakout in check - CoinDesk

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XRP leads bitcoin and ether on weekly gains, but muted volume keeps breakout in check& & CoinDesk

Crypto Miner HIVE Targets $75 Million Offering to Fund AI Expansion

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HIVE Digital is seeking to raise $75 million through exchangeable notes to fund data centers and artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure. The move comes as the company expands beyond crypto mining into high-performance computing. HIVE Raises Capital for AI and Data Centers HIVE Digital Technologies is preparing to raise $75 million through a private offering of […]

The 60/40 Portfolio Is Failing Again – Bitcoin May Be The Unlikely Fix

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Bitcoin has pushed back above $70,000 and is now testing resistance near $75,000, riding a wave of risk appetite that has sent equities sharply higher across global markets. The move looks straightforward on the surface — risk is on, assets are rallying, and Bitcoin is participating. But an XWIN Research Japan analysis argues that what is happening beneath the surface is considerably more interesting than a simple risk-on trade. The report begins with a warning dressed as reassurance. The VIX has declined back to pre-conflict levels, suggesting that fear has left the market. Yet equity and bond correlations have turned positive again — meaning stocks and bonds are moving in the same direction simultaneously. That dynamic, last seen in 2022, is the specific condition that breaks the traditional 60/40 portfolio. When the two assets that are supposed to offset each other start behaving as one, diversification stops working, and portfolio risk rises quietly while the surface looks calm. That structural failure is redirecting attention toward alternatives — gold, commodities, and increasingly, Bitcoin. What the analysis flags as particularly notable is that Bitcoin has been holding its own price dynamics even during periods of declining fear. It is not simply tracking equities up or down. It appears to be responding to a different set of drivers entirely. That distinction, if it holds, changes what Bitcoin is in a portfolio — and potentially what it is worth. Bitcoin Is No Longer Playing by the Old Rules The Coinbase Premium Index adds a layer to the analysis that is difficult to dismiss. When that indicator stays positive — meaning Ethereum and Bitcoin are trading at a premium on Coinbase relative to Binance — it reflects underlying spot demand from US investors specifically. That is not the fingerprint of traders chasing a momentum move. It looks more like deliberate, portfolio-level allocation from participants who are choosing Bitcoin as a strategic position rather than a short-term bet. What reinforces that reading is Bitcoin’s behavior during risk-off episodes. When the VIX spikes and fear spreads through traditional markets, Bitcoin does not consistently sell off the way equities do. That inconsistency is exactly what you would expect from an asset that is being driven by factors separate from broader market sentiment — and it is precisely the property that makes a genuine diversifier valuable. The analysis frames the current environment carefully. This is not a low-risk market. The VIX may look calm, but stocks and bonds are moving together, the 60/40 framework is quietly failing, and investors are searching for something that actually behaves differently under stress. Bitcoin, the report suggests, is increasingly fitting that description. The thesis is not settled. But for the first time in Bitcoin’s history, the data is making a serious case for it — and the test of whether that case holds is happening right now, in real markets, with real money. Bitcoin Tests $75K Resistance as Weekly Structure Enters a Critical Phase Bitcoin is attempting to reclaim momentum on the weekly timeframe after a sharp correction from the $120,000–$130,000 region, which marked a clear local top in late 2025. The subsequent decline into early 2026 drove prices toward the $60,000–$65,000 range, where buyers stepped in aggressively, forming a strong reaction low with elevated volume. Since that capitulation phase, BTC has been building a recovery structure, now trading around $74,000 and approaching a key resistance zone. This level aligns with prior support during the mid-cycle consolidation and is now acting as overhead supply. The market is effectively testing whether that former support can be reclaimed as a new base. From a trend perspective, Bitcoin remains in a transitional phase. Price is still below the 50-week moving average (blue), which has started to flatten, while the 100-week (green) is being tested from below. The 200-week (red) remains well below price and continues to slope upward, confirming that the long-term trend is intact despite recent weakness. Volume has moderated significantly since the sell-off, suggesting that the recovery is not driven by aggressive speculative inflows but by gradual reaccumulation. A sustained move above $75,000 would confirm structural strength. Failure here would likely keep Bitcoin range-bound between $65,000 and $75,000. Featured image from ChatGPT, chart from TradingView.com

Bitcoin bulls target $125,000 as U.S.-Iran peace talks trigger risk-on mood - CoinDesk

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Bitcoin bulls target $125,000 as U.S.-Iran peace talks trigger risk-on mood& & CoinDesk

The Translation Layer: Why AI Is Necessary to Scale Decentralized Finance

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The emergence of artificial intelligence (AI) agents in decentralized finance signals a transition into an autopilot era. Jacob C. of Coinfello argues that these agents fundamentally enhance how users interface with complex smart contracts. Key Takeaways: AI agents like Coinfello automate DeFi tasks once reserved for hedge funds to manage 24/7 market risks. Jacob C. […]

A Return To Bullishness: XRP’s ETF Volumes Balloon As Institutions Take The Bait

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XRP ETF activity is intensifying, and the numbers suggest institutional capital is beginning to engage more aggressively with the asset. A recent surge in trading volume across several XRP-linked exchange-traded funds has been highlighted by BankXRP, showing that activity across multiple issuers has expanded rapidly. XRP ETF Trading Activity Surges Past $26 Million Fresh trading data reveals a sharp increase in XRP ETF participation. According to figures shared by BankXRP, combined daily trading volume across XRP ETFs climbed to $26.02 million, marking a notable spike in activity across the sector. The largest share of this trading volume was captured by Bitwise Asset Management, whose XRP ETF recorded $11.14 million in daily turnover. The firm therefore controlled the majority of the day’s trading activity, reinforcing its position as a dominant issuer in the developing XRP ETF market. Behind Bitwise, Franklin Templeton posted $8.39 million in trading volume, securing the second-largest share of market participation among the ETF issuers tracked. 21Shares followed with $3.76 million, completing the top three contributors to the day’s total. Together, these figures illustrate how institutional access to XRP is becoming more structured through regulated investment vehicles. Rather than concentrating activity within a single product, the distribution of trading volume across multiple asset managers points to a broader ecosystem forming around XRP-based ETFs. This diversification across issuers is significant because it demonstrates that interest in XRP exposure is expanding beyond isolated market participants. Institutional investors appear to be utilizing several regulated products simultaneously, suggesting that demand for XRP exposure is scaling through traditional financial channels. Institutional Positioning Deepens As Capital Flows Accelerate Additional disclosures from ETF issuers reinforce the narrative that institutional participation is strengthening. Bitwise Asset Management recently submitted a 107-page filing to the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) detailing activity surrounding its XRP ETF product. Within that filing, the firm revealed $267 million in new share creations, a metric widely interpreted as an indication that new capital is entering the fund rather than simply circulating existing shares among traders. Marketing initiatives have also played a role in raising awareness around XRP investment vehicles. In December, Bitwise launched a promotional campaign in Times Square, placing its XRP ETF product in one of the most visible advertising locations in global finance. During that same period, spot XRP funds recorded 19 consecutive days of inflows, a streak that underscored sustained investor demand. Another issuer experiencing significant traction is Teucrium. According to the firm’s CEO, the company’s XRP ETF attracted more than $500 million in inflows within just 12 weeks following its launch. Taken together, the surge to $26.02 million in daily ETF trading volume, alongside hundreds of millions of dollars entering newly created shares and funds, signals a shift in market participation. Institutional investors are increasingly using XRP ETFs as a gateway to exposure, a development that many observers view as an early sign of renewed bullish positioning in the asset.

Bitcoin miners sell record 32,000 BTC in Q1 2026 amid low hashprice - Crypto Briefing

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Bitcoin miners sell record 32,000 BTC in Q1 2026 amid low hashprice& & Crypto Briefing

DAZN to Embed Blockchain-Backed FIFA Prediction Market in World Cup 2026 Live Streams

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Sports streaming platform DAZN will integrate ADI Predictstreet – FIFA’s first-ever official prediction market partner and a blockchain-backed forecasting platform licensed in Gibraltar – directly into its livestreams ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the companies announced Monday from Zurich. Key Takeaways: DAZN inks second prediction market deal in three months, integrating ADI Predictstreet […]

Massive XRP Adoption Trend Paints The Most Bullish Picture Yet

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Most investors tracking XRP are watching the wrong screen. XRP’s price action has struggled to show the scale of what has been building around Ripple, RLUSD, and the XRP Ledger. The price action is full of red monthly candles while a much broader institutional foundation is being assembled underneath it. That disconnect is what enthusiast X Finance Bull leaned on in a recent post on X. Recent developments from Ripple itself suggest that the claim is not as easy to dismiss as it once was. Ripple’s Story Is Growing Past Payments Many XRP community members are looking at ultra-bullish pictures for the cryptocurrency. One of such community members is X Finance Bull, who recently took to the social media platform X to highlight reasons as to why the mass adoption of Ripple, XRP, XRP Ledger, and RLUSD is already here. One of the key points the analyst highlighted is Ripple’s strategy to build a full end-to-end treasury ecosystem setup. The setup functions as a financial operating layer that integrates with a company’s existing banks, ERP systems, and internal workflows, linking them to digital asset rails without requiring any overhaul of existing infrastructure. Enterprise platforms such as SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, and Workday are all connected through a single API layer referred to as ClearConnect. The same API layer bridges traditional rails (ACH, wire transfers, and SWIFT) with XRP settlement, RLUSD, and Ripple’s brokerage and custody infrastructure. The most important thing in this treasury ecosystem is that Ripple is growing and no longer pitching itself only as a cross-border payments company. On April 1, Ripple announced native digital asset capabilities inside Ripple Treasury, describing it as the first treasury management system with built-in support for digital assets. RLUSD And Ripple Prime Are Making The Institutional Case Clearer Another sector where Ripple is gaining adoption is through its RLUSD stablecoin. Ripple says RLUSD is issued on both the XRP Ledger and Ethereum, backed one-to-one by cash, cash equivalents, and US Treasuries, and issued under NYDFS oversight. Ripple Prime, also highlighted by X Finance Bull, is another factor for Ripple and XRP’s adoption. Ripple Prime was created following Ripple’s acquisition of Hidden Road, and data from its website shows that the business clears over $3 trillion annually while serving more than 300 institutional clients. Notable examples are Deutsche Bank, AMINA Bank, and SBI Holdings. Interestingly, Ripple also indicated during the acquisition that RLUSD would be positioned for use as collateral for brokerage products. Institutional adoption extends into custody as well. As noted by X Finance Bull, Ripple’s custody solutions are already being used by financial players, including BBVA Switzerland, Societe Generale-FORGE, and DBS. The overall picture is even more bullish when developments and updates on the Ledger itself are considered alongside these ecosystem developments. As noted by X Finance Bull, all these didn’t appear overnight. They are the products of a decade of building acquisitions, licenses, integrations, and compliance frameworks. It is all now coming together in 2026.

The Game Below Institutional Cost Basis: Bitcoin Challenges the 76K Key Resistance, Where Will the Market Go? - Moomoo

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The Game Below Institutional Cost Basis: Bitcoin Challenges the 76K Key Resistance, Where Will the Market Go?& & Moomoo

Bitcoin edges higher, holds above $75k amid more U.S.-Iran diplomacy efforts - Investing.com

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Bitcoin edges higher, holds above $75k amid more U.S.-Iran diplomacy efforts& & Investing.com

Bitcoin Meets Income: Goldman Sachs Files For Yield-Boosted ETF - Yahoo Finance

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Bitcoin Meets Income: Goldman Sachs Files For Yield-Boosted ETF& & Yahoo Finance

Anthropic Adds ID Verification to Claude for Select AI Users

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Anthropic has begun selectively requiring government ID verification for certain users of its Claude artificial intelligence (AI) platform, tying access to some features and subscriptions to identity checks. Key Takeaways: Anthropic added ID checks for Claude users in April 2026, gating some features. Persona handles verification; Anthropic says no ID images are stored on its […]

Bitcoin Options Expiration: $1.6 Billion Event Tests Market Stability At Critical $71,500 Level - Binance

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Bitcoin Options Expiration: $1.6 Billion Event Tests Market Stability At Critical $71,500 Level& & Binance

BlackRock Withdraws $290M in Bitcoin and Ethereum From Coinbase in Strategic Move - Binance

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BlackRock Withdraws $290M in Bitcoin and Ethereum From Coinbase in Strategic Move& & Binance

Crypto PAC Linked To Tether Secures $11M From Financial Institutions

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A marketing firm co-founded by former White House crypto adviser Bo Hines received $3 million from a political action committee run by associates of stablecoin giant Tether — money that flowed from the same PAC now disclosing millions in donations from two major financial institutions. Familiar Faces Behind The Money The Fellowship PAC filed documents Wednesday with the US Federal Election Commission showing it received $10 million from Cantor Fitzgerald and $1 million from Anchor Labs, the parent company of crypto bank Anchorage Digital. Both contributions were made in January 2026. The PAC is led by Tether’s head of government affairs, and its treasurer, Mitchell Nobel, has served as Cantor Fitzgerald’s director of digital asset strategy since August 2025 — roughly the same time Fellowship registered with the FEC. That means the PAC’s biggest donor and its top financial officer share an employer. Hines, who also holds the title of Tether US CEO, co-founded the Nxum Group, the marketing company that received the $3 million in “issue advocacy advertising” spending. His dual role — private sector executive and former government official — puts him at the center of a web of financial relationships that connects the PAC’s spending directly back to Tether’s orbit. Crypto’s new $11M PAC has booked millions in ads with a firm founded by Tether’s CEO, signaling strategic growth! — Bitcoin Dino (@bitcoindinos) April 15, 2026 Anchorage had previously signaled its political ambitions. Reports indicate the company announced in March that it would join Chainlink to back the Blockchain Leadership Fund, a separate hybrid PAC that can contribute directly to candidates. An Anchorage spokesperson said at the time the company planned a “meaningful contribution” to be reported to the FEC. As of Wednesday, no such filing had appeared publicly. A Gap Between Claims And Disclosures When Fellowship launched in September 2025, it announced it had secured “over $100 million” from backers aligned with the crypto industry. FEC records told a different story. No contributions above $200 were recorded between August 7 and December 31, 2025. The $11 million now disclosed covers January 2026 contributions. It is a fraction of the nine-figure figure the PAC originally touted. Whether additional large donations are still in the pipeline remains unclear. FEC filings operate on set reporting windows, meaning contributions made after March 31 would not yet be required to appear in public records. Targeting Key Races Ahead Of May Primaries The PAC has already begun spending in targeted congressional contests. Reports say Fellowship put $1.5 million toward media buys supporting Republican candidates in Georgia’s 14th Congressional District and in US Senate races in Nebraska and Kentucky. All three states are scheduled to hold party primaries in May. Featured image from Unsplash, chart from TradingView

Charles Schwab launches spot trading for Bitcoin and Ethereum - Crypto Briefing

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Charles Schwab launches spot trading for Bitcoin and Ethereum& & Crypto Briefing

Brazilian Police Arrest Singers Linked to $320 Million Crypto Laundering Ring

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The arrests of the two singers and others were part of Operation Narco Fluxo, a high-level operation executed by the Brazilian Federal Police across several states. The flows intermediated using cryptocurrency reached well over $320 million, according to an official statement. Key Takeaways: The Federal Police arrested MC Ryan SP in a $320M crypto laundering […]

Bitcoin Price Prediction: Is $100k Next? Why AlphaPepe Is the Top Choice for Investors Hedging Ag... - Binance

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Bitcoin Price Prediction: Is $100k Next? Why AlphaPepe Is the Top Choice for Investors Hedging Ag...& & Binance

Public Bitcoin Miners Sold Record BTC in Q1 - Yahoo Finance

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Public Bitcoin Miners Sold Record BTC in Q1& & Yahoo Finance

Cardano (ADA) Price Now At A Critical Level Following Strong Whale Activity

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Cardano (ADA)’s price appears to be regaining bullish momentum alongside other major cryptocurrency assets across the market, such as Bitcoin and Ethereum. This renewed upward performance of ADA is attributed to multiple factors, such as a broader market recovery and potentially the recent uptick in whale activity. ADA Faces Key Test After Accumulation Surge With the market environment slowly turning bullish once again, the price of Cardano is exhibiting upside action, approaching the $0.25 mark. Despite this upward move, the altcoin is now being faced by significant resistance that may serve as a trigger for more upside activity or downside trend. After examining the chart on the 3-day time frame, Ali Chartz, a seasoned crypto analyst and trader, outlined that Cardano is currently approaching a decisive moment that could dictate its next move. Ali stated that the altcoin has returned to a make-or-break point, located at the $0.243 level. Currently, the price seems to be tightening around this key area. Here, the support and resistance dynamics are expected to dictate the next significant direction as indicated by the market expert. According to Ali, this make-or-break zone has historically acted as the ultimate pivot for ADA’s trend. This is backed by past scenarios where hitting this level becomes the launchpad for significant rebounds. At this point, a continued upward action falls into the bulls’ hands. If these investors can defend this floor, the positioning could set the stage for a relief rally toward the $0.03 resistance. However, when ADA fails to hold here and loses the zone on a daily close, it would be a major structural failure and shift into a bearish phase. Ali highlighted that the breakdown here could expose ADA to a deeper correction, potentially testing the yearly lows near the $0.10 level. Given the growing interest and demand for Cardano, the altcoin might gain the necessary momentum to push upward and break this zone, as accumulation often plays a role in price performance. Large holders were reportedly earlier to be steadily increasing their positions, signaling growing confidence even as the price approaches a decisive zone. Cardano Whale Count At Multi-Month Level Mintern shared on X that wallet addresses holding at least 10 million ADA have increased sharply, indicating a persistent buying activity by high-net-worth investors. As seen on the chart, the number of these large investors or whales is at a 4-month high, with 424 wallets. According to Mintern, this is a clear sign of growing whale accumulation, representing an over 5.2% increase in just 9 weeks. In the meantime, this combination of a significant technical level and robust accumulation puts ADA at a pivotal juncture where the next move could determine its short-term course. At the time of writing, the Cardano price was trading at $0.25 after recording a nearly 5% increase in the last 24 hours. As the price slowly moves toward the upside, its trading volume has flipped bullish, rising by over 9% within the same time frame.

Crypto News: Pepeto Presale Stages Update While Meme Coins Prepare to Follow Bitcoin Price Surge Into the Next Bull Run - markets.businessinsider.com

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Crypto News: Pepeto Presale Stages Update While Meme Coins Prepare to Follow Bitcoin Price Surge Into the Next Bull Run& & markets.businessinsider.com

Coinbase CPO Predicts CLARITY Act Full-Senate Vote Next Month

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Coinbase’s Chief Policy Officer, Faryar Shirzad, said in a Thursday interview with FOX Business that meaningful progress is being made on the long-delayed CLARITY Act, the crypto market-structure bill that has been stuck in Congress for nearly five months. Potential Markup As Early As This Month During the interview, Shirzad described recent developments as encouraging. He said that over the past days, there has been “really great work taking place” and that Coinbase has been focused on the stablecoin rewards topic, which he described as critical for resolving the broader dispute. Shirzad added that he expects Chair Tim Scott to schedule the anticipated markup as early as this month. He also said expectations are that the bill could reach a full Senate vote in May, if the committee process moves forward on the proposed timeline. When asked about the deadlock tied to the stablecoin rewards provision, Shirzad cited the recent White House economic study that examined whether the provision would trigger “deposit flight” from traditional banking institutions. According to his interpretation of the findings, there is no evidence that such an outcome would occur. He said the matter is largely “put on bed,” though he noted that banking lobby groups are reportedly still trying to oppose stablecoins. In Shirzad’s view, the resistance reflects broader efforts to defend President Trump’s vision for crypto policy in the United States—a vision the president has repeatedly described as aiming to make “America the crypto capital of the world.” CLARITY Act Timeline Watch Shirzad’s comments also aligned with Wednesday reporting that suggested Senate Banking Committee members and staff were continuing to finalize the CLARITY Act. According to those reports, negotiation participants still see certain open areas that could shape the final draft, including ethics and tokenization. At the same time, the reporting indicated that some of the more contentious issues—such as DeFi and stablecoin yield—have largely been addressed already. Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse also pointed to May as the key month to watch, arguing that passage of the CLARITY Act hinges on whether the stablecoin yield dispute moves toward resolution. Garlinghouse said that the stablecoin yield issue was nearing closure. Senator Thom Tillis said on Monday that he is working to release bill text outlining the stablecoin yield compromise reached between banks and crypto firms sometime this week. However, Crypto In America reported that the exact timing could still shift depending on when the CLARITY Act markup is scheduled. In other words, even if lawmakers are closing in on language, the bill’s calendar may still depend on whether committee scheduling aligns with the negotiated outcome. Featured image from OpenArt, chart from TradingView.com

Grayscale Predicts Elon Musk’s X Could Use Crypto to Power Next Wave of Financial Ecosystems

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Grayscale forecasts crypto will underpin the next wave of consumer finance as platforms evolve into unified ecosystems. Elon Musk’s X is positioned to benefit, with smart cashtags and planned payments signaling growing momentum for deeper digital asset integration. Key Takeaways: Grayscale predicts crypto will anchor future consumer finance platforms. X is advancing cashtags to integrate […]

Bitcoin liquidations top $283M after short squeeze sends BTC price above $75K - TradingView — Track All Markets

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Bitcoin liquidations top $283M after short squeeze sends BTC price above $75K& & TradingView — Track All Markets

Bitcoin funding rates hit most negative levels since 2023: Glassnode - Crypto Briefing

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Bitcoin funding rates hit most negative levels since 2023: Glassnode& & Crypto Briefing

Why MARA Holdings (MARA) Is Up 19.4% After Selling Bitcoin To Cut Debt And Pivot To AI - Yahoo Finance

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Why MARA Holdings (MARA) Is Up 19.4% After Selling Bitcoin To Cut Debt And Pivot To AI& & Yahoo Finance

Shiba Inu Sees Major Developments As Its Price Continues To Struggle

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Recent activity around Shiba Inu (SHIB) suggests that traders are becoming more active even as the price continues to struggle. Despite rising volumes, increased derivatives positioning, and strong accumulation signals, the meme coin remains stuck below its all-time high. At the same time, reports reveal heavy selling from a prominent holder, even as institutional whales accumulate SHIB. Major Shiba Inu Developments This Week Shiba Inu is seeing a major surge in trading activity this week, but price action continues to lag behind the meme coin’s growing market interest. Data from Coinglass showed that derivatives volume jumped 102.48% to $161.13 million around Tuesday, April 14, signaling a sharp increase in trader participation as the broader crypto market rallied. At the time of writing, the volume has eased slightly to $151.51 million, but remains up 13.65% on the day, in line with a modest price uptick. In addition to rising volume, Coinglass reported that Shiba Inu’s Open Interest (OI) edged up 3.12% to $62 million during the same period, suggesting that traders were increasingly positioning for a potential move. Currently, Open Interest is up by 9.29%, pointing to a steady accumulation of leveraged positions as the market continues to speculate on Shiba Inu’s next move. Despite heightened trading activity, the SHIB price continues to consolidate between $0.0000055 and $0.000006. The cryptocurrency jumped about 3.7% last week as trading volume spiked. In the last 24 hours, CoinMarketCap data showed the meme coin rising by over 4.4%, reflecting a slow recovery from its previous downtrend, which had driven its price down by more than 47% year-to-date. While derivatives volume and open interest rose, on-chain data also pointed to significant buying interest in Shiba Inu earlier in the week. Crypto analytics platform CryptoQuant reported a negative exchange netflow of -89.49 billion SHIB on April 13, indicating that a staggering amount of tokens were withdrawn from exchanges. Such outflows typically signal accumulation and reduced selling pressure among investors. However, despite the increased accumulation, the Shiba Inu price failed to react at the time, highlighting its underlying weakness from months of downward pressure and uncertainty. Celebrity SHIB Holder Exits Position As Whales Accumulate New reports reveal that American DJ and record producer Steve Aoki has fully exited his nearly five-year position in the meme coin. According to on-chain data, the move occurred around April 13, coinciding with the period when SHIB saw a decline in exchange flows and increased trading activity. Notably, Aoki first entered Shiba Inu during its historic 2021 surge and held through multiple market cycles before gradually selling down his holdings. His final transactions brought his remaining balance down to near zero, marking a complete exit from one of his long-term crypto positions. Simultaneously, blockchain data tracked by Arkham Intelligence shows that whales were accumulating heavily. Around 2.02 trillion SHIB, worth approximately $12.16 million, was purchased during the same period Aoki was exiting, signaling strong interest from large-scale investors and suggesting potential positioning ahead of anticipated price movements.

Schwab offers Bitcoin, Ether trading to retail clients amid regulatory clarity - Crypto Briefing

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Schwab offers Bitcoin, Ether trading to retail clients amid regulatory clarity& & Crypto Briefing

Bitcoin funding rate stays negative even as BTC price trades above $75K: What gives? - TradingView — Track All Markets

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Bitcoin funding rate stays negative even as BTC price trades above $75K: What gives?& & TradingView — Track All Markets

Morgan Stanley’s Bitcoin ETF $MSBT debuts on NYSE amid geopolitical tensions - Crypto Briefing

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Morgan Stanley’s Bitcoin ETF $MSBT debuts on NYSE amid geopolitical tensions& & Crypto Briefing

UK FCA Opens Crypto Consultation Ahead of October 2027 Regulatory Deadline

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The UK Financial Conduct Authority released consultation paper CP26/13 on April 15, 2026, asking crypto firms to weigh in on draft perimeter guidance before a full FSMA-based regulatory regime takes effect on Oct. 25, 2027. Key Takeaways: The FCA opened consultation CP26/13 on April 15, 2026, giving firms until June 3 to respond on crypto […]

Bitcoin & Ethereum Now Trading on America’s Top Brokerage, Charles Schwab - Coinpedia

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Bitcoin & Ethereum Now Trading on America’s Top Brokerage, Charles Schwab& & Coinpedia

Quantum Proposal Won’t Save Satoshi’s Bitcoin, Says Cardano Founder Hoskinson - Yahoo Finance

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Quantum Proposal Won’t Save Satoshi’s Bitcoin, Says Cardano Founder Hoskinson& & Yahoo Finance

AI and Iran are keeping Bitcoin price in ‘no-trade zone’ until Fed wakes up, says Arthur Hayes - Yahoo Finance

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AI and Iran are keeping Bitcoin price in ‘no-trade zone’ until Fed wakes up, says Arthur Hayes& & Yahoo Finance

G. Love Lost $440,000 in Bitcoin to Scammer: ‘Getting Robbed Is No Joke’ - Rolling Stone

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G. Love Lost $440,000 in Bitcoin to Scammer: ‘Getting Robbed Is No Joke’& & Rolling Stone

How Michael Saylor's Bitcoin Buys Could Fuel A Supply Squeeze - Benzinga

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How Michael Saylor's Bitcoin Buys Could Fuel A Supply Squeeze& & Benzinga

Bitcoin Faces '100% Debt Trap' Tailwind As IMF Warns Of Global Debt Surge - Yahoo Finance

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Bitcoin Faces '100% Debt Trap' Tailwind As IMF Warns Of Global Debt Surge& & Yahoo Finance

Hollywood’s First Big Budget AI-Generated Movie Is About Bitcoin, of Course - Gizmodo

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Hollywood’s First Big Budget AI-Generated Movie Is About Bitcoin, of Course& & Gizmodo

CFTC Uses Microsoft AI Tools to Surveil Crypto and Prediction Markets, Chairman Tells Congress

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CFTC Chairman Michael Selig told the House Agriculture Committee this week that the agency is deploying artificial intelligence (AI) and automated surveillance tools to police digital asset markets, prediction platforms, and traditional commodity derivatives as lawmakers pressed him on suspected insider trading, staffing cuts, and the urgent need for crypto market structure legislation. Key Takeaways: […]

Bitcoin’s Greatest Mystery - The New York Times

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Bitcoin’s Greatest Mystery& & The New York Times

Bitcoin Supply On Crypto Exchanges Drying Up As Accumulation Gains Steam

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After a sudden upward move earlier this week, the Bitcoin price appears to be stabilizing near the $74,000 mark as bullish sentiment persists. With bullish momentum gaining traction, investors are now shifting into accumulation mode across the market, which has led to a notable withdrawal of the flagship asset from cryptocurrency exchanges. Growing Accumulation Drives Bitcoin Off Exchanges Currently, a notable shift is unfolding in the supply dynamics of Bitcoin. While Bitcoin’s price is showing upward momentum following a broader market recovery, investor demand for the leading crypto asset has reportedly been returning beneath the surface. Bitcoin continues to flow off cryptocurrency exchanges at an accelerating pace during this brief price rebound. As stated by Darkfost, a market expert and verified author at the CryptoQuant platform, this has been ongoing for the past two months, during which Bitcoin was withdrawn from exchanges nearly every day. This consistent withdrawal indicates a significant wave of accumulation as investors are shifting their holdings into long-term storage. When exchange reserves dry up, it implies that the number of coins readily for sale is decreasing, a trend that could often precede upward price movements. After his examination of the Bitcoin Exchange Netflow metric, Darkfost found that the monthly average has also turned negative, which is currently positioned at -1,640 BTC. What this simply means is a clear accumulation trend that has been building over the past few months. Darkfost has highlighted that, in particular, when Bitcoin departs from exchanges like this, it is usually with the goal of retaining the asset for a longer time. In a scenario where this kind of behavior persists, it is no longer about sporadic transfers that are sometimes driven by exchanges themselves. Rather, it is a genuine structural trend, which is considered a very positive signal. BTC Bear Market Still Present Despite Growing Strength As the market recovers slowly, several indicators are starting to point to robust growth for Bitcoin. However, despite these bullish signals, a crypto expert claims that the broader trend is still indicating that the bear market phase is not yet over. “Market is showing strong growth, but bear market is still ongoing,” Aralez stated. According to the expert, the market is already running final bullish manipulations that will come to an end soon in a strong drop to and below the $60,000 zone. After this, several key upcoming events are expected to take place, shifting the price dynamics. Below the $60,000 mark, Aralez foresees accumulation in the $45,000 and $55,000 range backed by the formation of a cyclical bottom. A gradual upside is expected from here, as institutional inflows increase. By the end of Spring 2027, the market will approach its previous all-time high and eventually break above it. For now, the market is still bearish, and Aralez advises patience, stating that better entry opportunities are coming.

Altcoins Surge as Bitcoin Drifts Near $75,000 - thedefiant.io

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Altcoins Surge as Bitcoin Drifts Near $75,000& & thedefiant.io

If There Is A Limited Supply Of Bitcoin, How Many People Can Really Own One? 'You Better Start Stacking If You Want To Join That Group' - Yahoo Finance

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If There Is A Limited Supply Of Bitcoin, How Many People Can Really Own One? 'You Better Start Stacking If You Want To Join That Group'& & Yahoo Finance

Bitwise: Geopolitical Chaos Might Push Bitcoin Over $1 Million

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Matt Hougan, CIO of Bitwise, has highlighted that the current geopolitical chaos might push bitcoin to be used as a traditional currency instead of digital gold, helping it surpass the $1 million mark in the next decade. Nonetheless, Hougan acknowledges this would be an “out-of-the-money call option.” Key Takeaways: Iran’s $1 bitcoin toll per oil […]

Major Bitcoin Miners Flood Market With BTC to Stay Solvent Amid Rising Costs - Finance Magnates

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Major Bitcoin Miners Flood Market With BTC to Stay Solvent Amid Rising Costs& & Finance Magnates

Schwab Is Ready to Let Customers Trade Bitcoin. How Its Fees Stack Up Versus Robinhood, Fidelity. - Barron's

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Schwab Is Ready to Let Customers Trade Bitcoin. How Its Fees Stack Up Versus Robinhood, Fidelity.& & Barron's

Citi Says Mixing Bitcoin With Gold Can Boost Your Portfolio Performance - Bitcoin Magazine

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Citi Says Mixing Bitcoin With Gold Can Boost Your Portfolio Performance& & Bitcoin Magazine

Bitcoin Treasury Corporation Reports Q4 2025 Financial Results - TMX Newsfile

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Bitcoin Treasury Corporation Reports Q4 2025 Financial Results& & TMX Newsfile

Charles Schwab to launch crypto trading with bitcoin, ethereum - The Business Journals

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Charles Schwab to launch crypto trading with bitcoin, ethereum& & The Business Journals

Bitcoin: Assessing if $120mln whale withdrawal could spark BTC’s rally to $80K - AMBCrypto

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Bitcoin: Assessing if $120mln whale withdrawal could spark BTC’s rally to $80K& & AMBCrypto

Is SWIFT Integrating XRP For Payments? The Code Might Hold The Answer

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Crypto pundit SMQKE has raised speculations that SWIFT may be integrating XRP for payments. He alluded to a code, which suggests that Ripple could easily move to establish connections between SWIFT-linked institutions and the XRP Ledger. Pundit Highlights Alleged Link Between XRP and SWIFT In an X post, SMQKE drew attention to the R3 Corda codebase, which he noted links XRP to ISO 20022 and SWIFT. He noted that any token or company aspiring to operate on the SWIFT network must comply with ISO 20022. He added that since XRP is ISO 20022-ready, and SWIFT relies on these standards, Ripple can technically establish direct connections and settlements with any SWIFT-enabled institution through the XRP Ledger. XRP stakeholder RippleXity was the first to highlight the R3 Corda codebase, noting modules named XrpPayment, XrpSettlement, SWIFTService, and SWIFTPaymentStatusType, which point to XRP integration. However, there has been no confirmation from SWIFT regarding a potential integration. Meanwhile, it is worth noting that the only known connection between XRP and SWIFT is through Ripple. SWIFT is named as one of the connectivity partners for Ripple Treasury for payments. Furthermore, the Treasury Management firm is also part of the SWIFT Certified Partner program. However, SWIFT doesn’t use XRP for its payment services. SWIFT announced last year plans to launch its distributed ledger, signaling that it had no intention of adopting the XRP Ledger or XRP for its payment services. However, Ripple has continued to integrate XRP into the operations of other firms it acquired last year, including GTreasury, now known as Ripple Treasury. Last month, Ripple integrated XRP and RLUSD into its treasury management system, marking the first time a management system has native on-chain capabilities. XRP Gets Boost With X’s Cashtags In an X post, X’s Head of Product, Nikita Bier, revealed that they had launched a new cashtags feature for XRP and other crypto assets as they move to bring financial data to the platform. This is expected to give these crypto assets greater visibility on the social media platform and provide easier access to trade them. As to how it works, Bier stated that X users can search for or post a cashtag, and the platform will automatically suggest matching crypto tokens, allowing them to select the exact asset they have in mind. Users will be able to see posts mentioning these crypto tokens, including XRP, alongside their price charts without leaving the platform. Bier added that cashtags are just the first step in their commitment to make X the best destination for the crypto community. At the time of writing, the XRP price is trading at around $1.40, up over 3% in the last 24 hours, according to data from CoinMarketCap.

Tim Draper Accurately Predicted Bitcoin At $10,000 — Now He Has 'Reason To Believe' It Will Go To $250,000 In 18 Months - Yahoo Finance

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Tim Draper Accurately Predicted Bitcoin At $10,000 — Now He Has 'Reason To Believe' It Will Go To $250,000 In 18 Months& & Yahoo Finance

Crossmint’s Lobster.cash Integrates Mastercard Agent Pay for Agentic Commerce

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Lobster.cash, the artificial intelligence (AI) agent payment platform built by Crossmint, announced this week that it will integrate Mastercard Agent Pay and Verifiable Intent, allowing AI agents to process purchases against cardholders’ existing Mastercard accounts. Key Takeaways: Lobster.cash and Mastercard will let Openclaw’s 1 million-plus AI agents charge purchases to existing Mastercard cards. The Verifiable […]

Bitcoin Scholars Fund Launches With $21 Million Goal to Bring Bitcoin Education to K–12 Schools - Bitcoin Magazine

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Bitcoin Scholars Fund Launches With $21 Million Goal to Bring Bitcoin Education to K–12 Schools& & Bitcoin Magazine

Bitcoin’s Tug of War at $75K Leaves Traders Bruised; Analyst Eyes $85K by Late April

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Bitcoin has experienced significant volatility over the last 24 hours, repeatedly testing the $75,000 resistance level before settling near $74,200. Key Takeaways Bitcoin repeatedly tested $75,000 on April 16, resulting in $137 million in total trader liquidations. Coinglass data shows 8,061 traders were liquidated as BTC price volatility exceeded 2.94% in 24 hours. MEXC Research […]

MARA Rises 6%: Bitcoin Miner Turned AI Infrastructure Play Has the Market Divided and Buzzing - 24/7 Wall St.

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MARA Rises 6%: Bitcoin Miner Turned AI Infrastructure Play Has the Market Divided and Buzzing& & 24/7 Wall St.

MARA Rises 6%: Bitcoin Miner Turned AI Infrastructure Play Has the Market Divided and Buzzing - Yahoo Finance

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MARA Rises 6%: Bitcoin Miner Turned AI Infrastructure Play Has the Market Divided and Buzzing& & Yahoo Finance

Cardano Founder Hoskinson: Bitcoin’s Quantum Fix Is a Hard Fork in Disguise

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Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson said Bitcoin’s proposed quantum fix, BIP 361, would effectively confiscate 1.7 million BTC while misrepresenting the scope of changes required to pull it off. Key Takeaways: Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson says BIP 361 misclassifies its own fix, requiring a hard fork Bitcoin has never executed. As of March 1, 2026, over […]

Adding bitcoin alongside gold to your portfolio juiced returns and didn't raise risk, study shows - CNBC

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Adding bitcoin alongside gold to your portfolio juiced returns and didn't raise risk, study shows& & CNBC

Blockchain Is South Korea’s New Fiscal Weapon — A Blow To Privacy?

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South Korea is kicking off a pilot that will replace government expense credit cards with blockchain‑based deposit tokens. Blockchain Goes TradFi? The Ministry of Finance and Economy announced on an official press release that the pilot project for the execution of national treasury funds using blockchain‑based digital currency has been approved. This new official venture marks the second time in which South Korea’s government uses digital currency and deposit tokens for the execution of national treasury funds, following another pilot project for building electric‑vehicle charging facilities and paying national subsidies together with the Ministry of Environment. Deposit tokens are digital claims on commercial bank deposits, issued on permissioned blockchain rails, spendable by citizens and companies at participating merchants and service providers. In simpler words, deposit tokens are digital versions of the money already kept in a normal bank account. The bank “wraps” those deposits into tokens on a private (permissioned) blockchain, and you can then spend those tokens at approved shops or service providers, just like using a card or mobile wallet. In contrast with Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs), that are digital versions of a country’s official money, created and managed directly by its central bank, deposit tokens have programmable settlement, transparent tracking of public money, and real‑time reporting for the state. Pilot Details The press release states that under the current National Treasury Funds Management Act, business promotion costs and related operating expenses are required to be paid with government purchase cards, effectively blocking the use of deposit tokens. Thanks to the new regulatory sandbox, those same payments can now be made with deposit tokens, creating a real‑world testbed for a new government payment and settlement method. The new pilot is expected to serve as an opportunity to put blockchain‑based fiscal execution on a full footing and eliminate frictions in the current card‑payment setup by using blockchain’s built‑in transparency. Quoting the press release, translated by Bitcoinist: This pilot will allow us to preset and manage in advance the spending time and permitted business categories when business promotion expenses are executed using deposit tokens that leverage blockchain technology. This is not only expected to improve the transparency of spending but, by eliminating intermediaries in the payment structure, completely remove card‑processing fees borne by small merchants. A Trade-Off For Traders South Korea continues moving ahead with its Digital Asset Basic Act, a broad crypto rulebook that will set standards for stablecoins, tokenized real‑world assets, and crypto ETFs in the local market. A few weeks ago, the National Policy Committee of Korea pushed the “second‑phase” of the debate until after the June 3 local elections. The trade‑off for South Korean traders is evident: they gain efficiency and control vs. losing some privacy and risking potential overreach. It is safe to expect tailwind for bank‑chain infrastructure, permissioned blockchain providers, and tokenization narratives. Future “state money on chain” flows may favor bank‑issued tokens over fully open stablecoins, which could reshape liquidity, FX corridors, and on‑chain yield strategies. If the pilot scales, South Korea could become the reference model for how blockchains handle real‑world fiscal flows. Cover image from Perplexity. BTCUSD chart from Tradingview.

Bitcoin’s Quantum Fix Faces a Harder Question: What Happens to Satoshi’s Coins? - Yahoo Finance

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Bitcoin’s Quantum Fix Faces a Harder Question: What Happens to Satoshi’s Coins?& & Yahoo Finance

Bitcoin Park: The mecca under Nashville’s nose - The Business Journals

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Bitcoin Park: The mecca under Nashville’s nose& & The Business Journals

Strategy Buys Another $1 Billion in Bitcoin Using STRC - Yahoo Finance

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Strategy Buys Another $1 Billion in Bitcoin Using STRC& & Yahoo Finance

Stack BTC CEO Steps Down as Farage-Linked Bitcoin Venture Reshuffles Leadership - Yahoo Finance

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Stack BTC CEO Steps Down as Farage-Linked Bitcoin Venture Reshuffles Leadership& & Yahoo Finance

Bitcoin holds above $60K amid US-Iran tensions, reinforcing safe-haven status - Crypto Briefing

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Bitcoin holds above $60K amid US-Iran tensions, reinforcing safe-haven status& & Crypto Briefing

Bitcoin miners sell 61,000 BTC amid rising energy costs from geopolitical tensions - Crypto Briefing

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Bitcoin miners sell 61,000 BTC amid rising energy costs from geopolitical tensions& & Crypto Briefing

Bitcoin Milkshake: Steak ’n Shake Targets April 27 Launch for BTC-Themed Product

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Steak ‘n Shake is expanding its bitcoin strategy with a milkshake tied to crypto culture. The April 27 timing, linked to Bitcoin Conference 2026, points to marketing efforts that now clearly extend beyond payments. Key Takeaways: Steak ‘n Shake announced a bitcoin milkshake on X. Marketing around BTC points to deeper crypto brand alignment. Conference-linked […]

Charles Schwab Weighs Prediction Markets Move as Bitcoin, Ethereum Trading Nears - Yahoo Finance

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Charles Schwab Weighs Prediction Markets Move as Bitcoin, Ethereum Trading Nears& & Yahoo Finance

Charles Schwab Weighs Prediction Markets Move as Bitcoin, Ethereum Trading Nears - Decrypt

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Charles Schwab Weighs Prediction Markets Move as Bitcoin, Ethereum Trading Nears& & Decrypt

Scam callers pose as deputies and demand fines or bail in Bitcoin and gift cards - KMTR

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Scam callers pose as deputies and demand fines or bail in Bitcoin and gift cards& & KMTR

Scam callers pose as deputies and demand fines or bail in Bitcoin and gift cards - KVAL

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Scam callers pose as deputies and demand fines or bail in Bitcoin and gift cards& & KVAL

Stablecoin Market Crosses $320B as Tether USDT Dominance Falls 2.5% in 2026

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On Thursday, April 16, data compiled by defillama.com indicates the stablecoin sector has now surpassed the $320 billion threshold, following $2.54 billion in inflows recorded over the past seven days. Key Takeaways: Defillama.com data shows stablecoins hit $320.007B on Apr. 16 after $2.54B in 7D inflows. Tether’s USDT holds 57.96% ($185.463B), down 2.5%, as Circle’s […]

Morgan Stanley's bitcoin ETF hits $100M in week one - CoinDesk

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Morgan Stanley's bitcoin ETF hits $100M in week one& & CoinDesk

Qubic Starts Dogecoin Mining Phase 2, Shifting Rewards Away From XMR

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Qubic has moved its Dogecoin mining rollout into phase 2, a step that begins redirecting miner economics away from Monero and toward DOGE-linked rewards. For Qubic, the change matters because phase 2 is where the migration stops being a live test and starts becoming a real incentive shift. In an April 15 Discord update shared on X by community member Rayyan, Qubic tech lead Joetom said phase 2 began with epoch 209 and that, from this point, “each computor can operate in either legacy XMR mode or Doge mode.” He added: “For every computor index, only one contribution is counted: max(XMR, DOGE). This effectively replaces XMR participation if Doge yields a higher contribution. No dual counting.” Qubic Activates Dogecoin Phase 2 The move lines up with the transition plan Qubic published ahead of launch. In its March 27 rollout note, the team described a three-phase migration from XMR to DOGE. Phase 1 was a testing period in which XMR revenue remained intact while Dogecoin mining ran on mainnet in a non-rewarded validation mode. Phase 2 was framed as the decision point, where computors could opt into DOGE rewards while XMR began phasing out. Phase 3 is the end state: XMR removed, DOGE running at full production, and Qubic’s CPU and GPU resources returned to full-time AI training. That broader architecture is central to Qubic’s pitch. Under the old model, the network alternated between Monero hashing and AI-related work. With Dogecoin, Qubic says the jobs can run in parallel because DOGE mining relies on Scrypt ASICs, while the network’s AI training stack runs on CPUs and GPUs. The result, in Qubic’s telling, is a cleaner division of labor and a path toward running both workstreams at full capacity rather than splitting general-purpose compute between them. Joetom’s April 15 message also clarified how rewards are now being routed. “All block rewards are used for Qubic buybacks,” he wrote. “The acquired Qubic is distributed proportionally based on delivered Doge shares.” He then outlined how accounting will evolve as the system scales: “Target state is a daily reward window from 12:00 to 12:00 UTC. All blocks mined within a window are allocated to shares submitted within the same window. Phase 2 starts with a weekly window aligned to epochs.” That mechanism fits the buyback structure Qubic had already outlined publicly. The network has said DOGE mined through its system is sold, the proceeds are used to buy back QUBIC, and those tokens are then distributed to participants based on contribution. The timing also tracks the roadmap. Qubic launched Dogecoin mining on April 1 and said the full migration from Monero would likely play out across roughly four weeks, with phase lengths flexible depending on stability and network conditions. Phase 2 arriving in mid-April suggests that schedule is broadly holding, even if reward windows and other parameters remain adjustable. At press time, DOGE traded at $0.09618.

Which Bitcoin ETF Wins: Grayscale’s Scale, ProShares’ Yield, or ARK’s Low Cost - 24/7 Wall St.

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Which Bitcoin ETF Wins: Grayscale’s Scale, ProShares’ Yield, or ARK’s Low Cost& & 24/7 Wall St.

Bitcoin rebounds near $74.5K as US stocks hit fresh highs - Crypto Briefing

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Bitcoin rebounds near $74.5K as US stocks hit fresh highs& & Crypto Briefing

'Zero Dilution'—Saylor's $1B Bitcoin Machine Targets $150K - Forbes

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'Zero Dilution'—Saylor's $1B Bitcoin Machine Targets $150K& & Forbes

Bitcoin ETFs Add $186 Million as Broad Market Rally Continues

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Crypto exchange-traded funds (ETFs) extended their recovery with another day of strong inflows led by bitcoin. Ether, XRP, and solana all posted gains, marking a second consecutive all-green session. Key Takeaways Bitcoin ETFs added $186.03 million, with Blackrock IBIT driving $291.86 million in concentrated inflows. Ether ETFs gained $67.85 million over 5 days, signaling broader […]

XRP Outperforms Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana With a 4% Gain: Is the XRP Breakout Starting? - Yahoo Finance

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XRP Outperforms Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana With a 4% Gain: Is the XRP Breakout Starting?& & Yahoo Finance

XRP Outperforms Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana With a 4% Gain: Is the XRP Breakout Starting? - 24/7 Wall St.

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XRP Outperforms Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana With a 4% Gain: Is the XRP Breakout Starting?& & 24/7 Wall St.

Charles Schwab CEO on launching bitcoin, ethereum trading - CNBC

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Charles Schwab CEO on launching bitcoin, ethereum trading& & CNBC

Morgan Stanley Bitcoin ETF rakes in $100m as Wall Street follows suit: ‘Excellent number’ - Yahoo Finance

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Morgan Stanley Bitcoin ETF rakes in $100m as Wall Street follows suit: ‘Excellent number’& & Yahoo Finance

Morgan Stanley Bitcoin ETF rakes in $100m as Wall Street follows suit: ‘Excellent number’ - dlnews.com

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Morgan Stanley Bitcoin ETF rakes in $100m as Wall Street follows suit: ‘Excellent number’& & dlnews.com

Cardano's Charles Hoskinson says Bitcoin's quantum fix is a hard fork that can't save Satoshi's coins - CoinDesk

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Cardano's Charles Hoskinson says Bitcoin's quantum fix is a hard fork that can't save Satoshi's coins& & CoinDesk

VerifiedX Launches the First Native Bitcoin and VFX Privacy Transactions, Introducing Confidential Financial Infrastructure for Institutions and Everyone - Morningstar

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VerifiedX Launches the First Native Bitcoin and VFX Privacy Transactions, Introducing Confidential Financial Infrastructure for Institutions and Everyone& & Morningstar

Charles Schwab is launching direct bitcoin and ethereum trading - qz.com

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Charles Schwab is launching direct bitcoin and ethereum trading& & qz.com

Bitcoin miner Cango launches HPC and AI cloud "EcoHash" - Data Center Dynamics

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Bitcoin miner Cango launches HPC and AI cloud "EcoHash"& & Data Center Dynamics

Elon Musk’s X Money Sparks Elizabeth Warren Warning as Oversight Pressure Intensifies

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Regulatory scrutiny is increasing around Elon Musk’s X Money as policymakers review digital payments and stablecoin developments. Senator Elizabeth Warren’s warning highlights concerns that Musk’s expansion into finance could pose risks across consumer protection and financial oversight. Key Takeaways: Warren flagged Elon Musk’s X Money launch as posing consumer and security risks. Concerns tie X […]

Actor Ben McKenzie slams Bitcoin on Jon Stewart show - thestreet.com

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Actor Ben McKenzie slams Bitcoin on Jon Stewart show& & thestreet.com

Steak ’n Shake Teases “Bitcoin Milkshake” For Bitcoin Conference 2026 - Bitcoin Magazine

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Steak ’n Shake Teases “Bitcoin Milkshake” For Bitcoin Conference 2026& & Bitcoin Magazine

Bitcoin Miner ETFs: The Shift Beyond Mining - Seeking Alpha

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Bitcoin Miner ETFs: The Shift Beyond Mining& & Seeking Alpha

Bitcoin Nears $75,000 as XRP Jumps. How Cryptos Can Break Out. - Barron's

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Bitcoin Nears $75,000 as XRP Jumps. How Cryptos Can Break Out.& & Barron's

A New Bull Run? Bitcoin Investors Have Stopped Selling, And Demand Is Rising

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Bitcoin flows into exchanges have dropped to levels not seen in over six years, and this could be the first of many signs of a bull run. The latest on-chain data shows a massive drop in the amount of BTC being moved onto trading platforms, hinting at a slowdown in selling activity even as uncertainty continues to hang over the crypto industry. Exchange Inflows Collapse To Multi-Year Lows According to analysis shared by CryptoQuant author Darkfost, Bitcoin inflows into Binance have fallen to levels last observed in 2020. The 30-day moving average of Bitcoin flowing into Binance is now around 3,998 BTC. This stands in stark contrast to earlier periods of activity, during both bear and bull markets. When investors are afraid, they sell. They move their Bitcoin onto exchanges, where liquidation is fast and easy. To put this into context, that is what happened in July 2023, when daily inflows to Binance were around 19,000 BTC on average, and again during the May 2021 bull market peak, when daily inflows surpassed 25,000 BTC. This analysis is based on the Binance BTC inflows 30DMA, which tells the story clearly. The chart shows that inflow activity that peaked somewhere around July 2021 and has since collapsed to its leftmost edge, where the current reading is around 3,900 BTC. For further reference, the historical average of Bitcoin inflows into Binance is 11,000 BTC, which means the figures show a market operating below its usual pace and current inflow levels are roughly three times below normal. Binance BTC Inflows 30DMA. Source: CryptoQuant Institutions Are Filling The Gap The absence of selling does not mean indifference. It reflects, according to Darkfost, a holding strategy, which mechanically reduces short-term selling pressure, one that has persisted through a market that has given investors plenty of reasons to reconsider. Bitcoin peaked at $126,080 in October 2025 before entering a correction path that pushed the price to as low as $60,000 in February 2026. The recovery back to $75,000 in recent days has been gradual and uneven. However, through all of it, for several consecutive months, Bitcoin inflows to Binance have remained well below the historical norm. There is also a secondary dynamic at play, and part of the missing exchange activity can be traced to the rise of spot Bitcoin ETFs. A growing share of Bitcoin activity now flows through ETFs, reducing the visible BTC movement that analysts track on platforms like Binance. US Spot Bitcoin ETFs have logged back-to-back days of significant inflows this week. On April 14, the ETFs recorded $411.5 million in net inflows, with BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust leading the charge at $214 million. Momentum continued on April 15 with another $186 million in net inflows. The result is a setup where selling pressure is reduced as fewer coins are sent to exchanges, while demand is increasing through ETF channels.

Exodus Broadens Native XRP Wallet Support as Ripple Partnership Deepens Around RLUSD and XRPL Growth

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Native XRP wallet access is becoming more important as self-custody platforms compete on direct blockchain utility. Exodus expanded XRP Ledger support and deepened cooperation with Ripple, adding broader in-wallet functionality for XRP and RLUSD. Key Takeaways: Exodus is rolling out tools to manage and send XRP directly in-wallet. XRP demand drives deeper integration as usage […]

Strategy and Coinbase Offer Two Paths to Bitcoin Exposure in Equities - Investing.com

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Strategy and Coinbase Offer Two Paths to Bitcoin Exposure in Equities& & Investing.com

How AI Crypto Trading Bots Are Replacing Bitcoin Mining: AriseAlpha Introduces Automated Platform (2026) - markets.businessinsider.com

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How AI Crypto Trading Bots Are Replacing Bitcoin Mining: AriseAlpha Introduces Automated Platform (2026)& & markets.businessinsider.com

Your coffee could stop costing 70 pages of paperwork - thestreet.com

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Your coffee could stop costing 70 pages of paperwork& & thestreet.com

Bitcoin prices lose momentum, Coinbase & Robinhood stocks sink - Yahoo Finance

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Bitcoin prices lose momentum, Coinbase & Robinhood stocks sink& & Yahoo Finance

Bitcoin price news: BTC slides after failing at key resistance levels - CoinDesk

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Bitcoin price news: BTC slides after failing at key resistance levels& & CoinDesk

Charles Schwab To Launch Bitcoin And Ethereum Trading - Yahoo Finance

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Charles Schwab To Launch Bitcoin And Ethereum Trading& & Yahoo Finance

Bitcoin ETFs Surge As Morgan Stanley Crosses $100M And Goldman Sachs Joins The Race - Benzinga

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Bitcoin ETFs Surge As Morgan Stanley Crosses $100M And Goldman Sachs Joins The Race& & Benzinga

Charles Schwab To Launch Spot Bitcoin Trading For Retail Clients - Bitcoin Magazine

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Charles Schwab To Launch Spot Bitcoin Trading For Retail Clients& & Bitcoin Magazine

Charles Schwab begins rollout of spot bitcoin, ethereum trading platform - The Block

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Charles Schwab begins rollout of spot bitcoin, ethereum trading platform& & The Block

Bitcoin's War Performance Makes It A True Store Of Value, Anthony Pompliano Says - Benzinga

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Bitcoin's War Performance Makes It A True Store Of Value, Anthony Pompliano Says& & Benzinga

VerifiedX launches Bitcoin privacy layer amid industry push to close institutional privacy gap - CoinDesk

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VerifiedX launches Bitcoin privacy layer amid industry push to close institutional privacy gap& & CoinDesk

Cardano Founder Says Bitcoin Has Entered ‘Shitcoin Land’

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Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson used one of his most confrontational videos in recent memory to argue that Bitcoin’s long-running resistance to structural change has left it exposed to the quantum computing threat now surfacing in debate around BIP 361. His core claim was blunt: Bitcoin’s governance culture, not just its cryptography, is now the problem. In the livestream, titled “BIP 361: Welcome to ShitcoinLand, Bitcoin,” Hoskinson framed the proposal as an overdue admission from parts of the Bitcoin world that quantum risk is no longer theoretical. The Cardano founder pointed to language in the proposal stating that, as of March 1, 2026, more than 34% of all Bitcoin had revealed public keys on-chain, leaving those UTXOs vulnerable to theft by an attacker with a sufficiently powerful quantum computer. In his telling, that amounts to roughly 8 million BTC exposed to a future break in Bitcoin’s current signature assumptions. BIP-361 proposes freezing every bitcoin that doesn’t migrate to a quantum-safe address within five years of activation. If you’re incapacitated, in prison, or simply unaware of the deadline, your coins aren’t stolen. They’re frozen by consensus. The justification: 34% of all… pic.twitter.com/4ValsZTdQD — TFTC (@TFTC21) April 15, 2026 Cardano Founder Attacks Bitcoin Developer Community Hoskinson’s attack centered on two related claims. First, he argued that the response implied by BIP 361 would require a hard fork, even if described otherwise. Second, he said any forced migration to post-quantum addresses would create a deeper problem for coins held in older wallet formats that cannot be recovered through the kind of proof system he says the proposal imagines. “There is some truth in here,” Hoskinson said. “As of March 1st, 2026, over 34% of all Bitcoin have revealed public key on chain… those UTXOs could be stolen by an attacker with sufficiently powerful quantum computer. 34% of all Bitcoin is vulnerable. About 8 million Bitcoin, give or take.” That set up the heart of his criticism. According to Hoskinson, Bitcoin developers are now stuck between two bad outcomes: either leave vulnerable legacy coins exposed to theft in the 2030s, or force a migration that renders a large portion of older coins effectively unspendable. He repeatedly claimed that around 1.7 million BTC fall into that latter category, including roughly 1.1 million BTC he attributed to Satoshi Nakamoto, because they predate the wallet standards and seed phrase schemes that would make later recovery models possible. “Users with frozen quantum vulnerable funds and an HD wallet seed phrase can construct a quantum safe proof to recover funds,” he said, paraphrasing the idea before rejecting it. “That’s a lie. And you know it. You know it. 1.7 million coins can’t do that. It’s not possible.” Hoskinson then widened the argument beyond BIP 361 itself and into a broader critique of Bitcoin’s social structure. In his view, maximalist ideology turned a software system into a doctrine, making it far harder to adapt when technical tradeoffs become unavoidable. He argued that the industry had spent years dismissing alternative chains and governance models, only to arrive at a moment where Bitcoin may need exactly the kind of coordinated protocol change it long portrayed as unacceptable. “What happened to there is only ever going to be 21 million coins and self-custody and Bitcoin never needs to change and everything’s perfect?” he asked. “Because here’s the thing, it’s not a bad proposal. It really isn’t. I understand why they wrote it. Because if they don’t do this, that money will be stolen in the 2030s.” That tension gave the video its structure. The Cardano founder was not arguing that the quantum threat is imaginary. Quite the opposite. He treated it as real and potentially severe. But he said the proposed cure exposes a contradiction at the center of Bitcoin’s culture: once a portion of the supply becomes vulnerable, any meaningful fix runs directly into questions of confiscation, coordination, and legitimacy. He contrasted that with networks such as Cardano, Polkadot, and Ethereum, arguing that formal governance systems at least provide a mechanism for resolving disputes over upgrades and tradeoffs. “If you had onchain governance, you could solve it,” he said. “We have it at Cardano. Polkadot has it… it’s a good idea.” At press time, Cardano traded at $0.2499.

Bitcoin’s Biggest Problem Right Now Isn’t the Market, It’s Its Own Holders - Yahoo Finance

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Bitcoin’s Biggest Problem Right Now Isn’t the Market, It’s Its Own Holders& & Yahoo Finance

Bitcoin nears key level that capped previous January rally - Sherwood News

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Bitcoin nears key level that capped previous January rally& & Sherwood News

Charles Schwab to launch direct bitcoin, ether trading to compete with Robinhood - CNBC

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Charles Schwab to launch direct bitcoin, ether trading to compete with Robinhood& & CNBC

Former Fed Chair Issues Shock ‘Hyperinflation’ U.S. Dollar Warning—Fueling Huge Bitcoin Price Predictions - Forbes

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Former Fed Chair Issues Shock ‘Hyperinflation’ U.S. Dollar Warning—Fueling Huge Bitcoin Price Predictions& & Forbes

Buy the dip mode on: BlackRock pulls $505M into Bitcoin ETF in 48H - Seeking Alpha

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Buy the dip mode on: BlackRock pulls $505M into Bitcoin ETF in 48H& & Seeking Alpha

Morgan Stanley’s Bitcoin ETF Attracts $100 Million In First Week - Yahoo Finance

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Morgan Stanley’s Bitcoin ETF Attracts $100 Million In First Week& & Yahoo Finance

Bitcoin Dip 2026: Why Americans Are Still Buying and What It Means for Your Portfolio - Portsmouth Daily Times

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Bitcoin Dip 2026: Why Americans Are Still Buying and What It Means for Your Portfolio& & Portsmouth Daily Times

IREN Recasts Bitcoin Miner Roots Into AI Cloud Partner For Microsoft - Yahoo Finance

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IREN Recasts Bitcoin Miner Roots Into AI Cloud Partner For Microsoft& & Yahoo Finance

Bitcoin’s quantum migration plan forces the network to choose between frozen and stolen coins - CryptoSlate

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Bitcoin’s quantum migration plan forces the network to choose between frozen and stolen coins& & CryptoSlate

BitFuFu Returns to Bitcoin 2026 Las Vegas, Launches ANTMINER S21 XP Hosted Mining at $9.5/T - markets.businessinsider.com

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BitFuFu Returns to Bitcoin 2026 Las Vegas, Launches ANTMINER S21 XP Hosted Mining at $9.5/T& & markets.businessinsider.com

PEPE Flashes Selling Climax Signal, What This Means For Price

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Following the historic October 10 crash, the PEPE price has been struggling against the bearish pressure. As a result, the meme coin has remained muted in terms of its price movements, with no major recoveries recently. However, it looks like the tides might be finally changing for PEPE due to the rising bullish technicals surrounding the meme coin. Crypto analyst MyCryptoParadise points this out in an analysis that focuses on the catalysts that could trigger the next PEPE rally. The Bullish Developments Brewing A Rally For PEPE In the analyst is share don the TradingView post, MyCryptoParadise points to a number of factors that have pushed the PEPE price out of the bearish phase and into a more bullish environment. The first of these, and possibly the most important, is the fact that PEPE formed a Selling Climax (SC). According to the analyst, this Selling Climax emerged when buying overwhelmed selling, absorbing the pressure from the dumping. The importance of this is that it means that the meme coins have now hit the end of the bearish phase. Following this, it would move right into accumulation, which is bullish for the price. Next is the fact that PEPE saw a Change of Character with this move. This means that there is now a change from the bearish structure to a bullish one. The analyst points out that this signals that the momentum is now moving in favor of the buyers. Another interesting formation on the chart is the Automatic Rally trend. This means that bulls are not strengthening after establishing a resistance level. Furthermore, the PEPE price has also formed a Last Point of Support. This simply means that the buyers are back in control of the meme coin once again. Point Of Interest (POI) Formation Says A Rally Is Coming Another major development is the Point of Interest (POI) on the PEPE chart. It has formed both a bullish and bearish POI, showing where the rally might start and a possible end. For the bullish part of this, the POI sits around $0.00000326, which could serve as the bounce-off point for the rally. As for the bearish part of the move, the POI sits around $0.0000062, where there is a Draw on Liquidity. This is likely to be the top of the rally and the sell point following the rally. If it tops at this level, it would mean an over 60% rally for the meme coin.

Current price of Bitcoin for April 16, 2026 - Fortune

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Current price of Bitcoin for April 16, 2026& & Fortune

CleanSpark (CLSK) Is Up 14.0% After Strong March Bitcoin Output And AI Infra Spotlight - Has The Bull Case Changed? - simplywall.st

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CleanSpark (CLSK) Is Up 14.0% After Strong March Bitcoin Output And AI Infra Spotlight - Has The Bull Case Changed?& & simplywall.st

Morning Minute: Bitcoin Devs Propose New Quantum Solution - Yahoo Finance

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Bitcoin April 16 daily chart alert - Bulls working on price uptrend - KITCO

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Bitcoin vs Gold in 2026: Which Is the Better Hedge Right Now? - Yahoo Finance

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Bitcoin vs Gold in 2026: Which Is the Better Hedge Right Now? - 24/7 Wall St.

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Bitcoin vs Gold in 2026: Which Is the Better Hedge Right Now?& & 24/7 Wall St.

Exchange Inflows Spike as Bitcoin Faces $76K Headwinds - Yahoo Finance

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Exchange Inflows Spike as Bitcoin Faces $76K Headwinds& & Yahoo Finance

Bitcoin funding rates turn most negative since 2023, signaling potential market bottom - CoinDesk

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Bitcoin funding rates turn most negative since 2023, signaling potential market bottom& & CoinDesk

Cato Institute: Bitcoin Taxes Make No Sense - Bitbo

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Bitcoin and ethereum price today, Thursday, April 16, 2026: Prices hold amid profit-taking and cautious outlook - Yahoo Finance

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Bitcoin and ethereum price today, Thursday, April 16, 2026: Prices hold amid profit-taking and cautious outlook& & Yahoo Finance

Saylor’s Strategy on the cusp of being profitable on its bitcoin holdings again - MarketWatch

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Bitcoin is testing a level that capped its rally in January, CryptoQuant says - CoinDesk

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Bitcoin is testing a level that capped its rally in January, CryptoQuant says& & CoinDesk

Binance Founder CZ Says Biden Admin Wanted To ‘Make An Example’ Of Him

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Binance founder Changpeng Zhao has discussed his prison sentence and presidential pardon, claiming that the Biden administration wanted to send a message to the crypto industry with his case. Biden Admin Crackdown Led CZ To Prison On Tuesday, Binance co-founder and former CEO Changpeng Zhao shared his thoughts on the Biden administration’s crypto approach and the reasons behind his four-month prison sentence back in 2024. In a Fox Business interview with Charlie Gasparino, Zhao, also known as CZ, discussed the Biden administration’s crackdown on the digital assets sector, affirming that they were “openly declaring war on crypto” and creating a “very hostile environment” for the industry. Therefore, he considers that the previous administration targeted him and tried to “make an example” out of him and Binance, as the biggest players in the market. For context, the global exchange also pleaded guilty to federal charges in 2023 and agreed to pay over $4 billion to resolve the Department of Justice’s (DOJ) investigation. That same year, CZ stepped down as Binance’s CEO after pleading guilty to Anti-Money Laundering (AML) violations, paying a $50 million penalty. In April 2024, the crypto tycoon was sentenced to four months in prison, which he served between June and September of that year. Zhao argued that he had a single charge of violating the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), with no money-laundering charges, “no fraud,” and “no victims,” which initially suggested he would not get a prison sentence. In US history, no one went to jail for this single one charge. In most cases, (…) people are not being charged. Of the people who are charged, they usually end up with a deferred prosecution agreement (DPA). I was the only one who went to prison. In a recent interview with Scott Melker, CZ revealed that he did not expect to go to jail, noting that he had expected a sentence similar to Arthur Hayes’s home confinement at most. Zhao also explained that he voluntarily went to the US to plead guilty because he feared that Binance, BNB holders, and the broader crypto industry could be affected if he didn’t cooperate with authorities. Binance Founder’s Pardon Was ‘A Bit of A Surprise’ Speaking about his pardon, the Binance co-founder shared he was partially surprised when it happened. He affirmed that he expected to be pardoned after US President Donald Trump’s pardon of Ross Ulbricht and Arthur Hayes, and the current administration’s push to make the US “the crypto capital of the world.” However, “it was a bit of a surprise in terms of timing,” as he did not know when it would happen. “The timing was not known to me; this is a black box process. You submit the petition and just wait. You don’t know what’s going on,” CZ asserted. On October 23, 2025, the White House announced that President Trump had “exercised his constitutional authority by issuing a pardon for Mr. Zhao, who was prosecuted by the Biden Administration in their war on cryptocurrency.” Notably, this decision drew major backlash from members of Congress, who questioned the US President’s rationale for granting the pardon and raised concerns about a potential conflict of interest. CZ told Fox Business that he has no ties to the first family, rejecting claims that he paid to be pardoned. “There’s no business relationship between me and Mr. Trump, his family, or any of his businesses. There’s no investment relationship, no shareholding, nothing.” Trump has also addressed the controversial pardon, denying any links to the Binance founder and dismissing concerns about the appearance of corruption and pay-for-play. In November, he explained that he doesn’t know Zhao personally but had heard that his case was part of the Biden administration’s “witch hunt” against the industry and was a “victim of weaponization” like him and many others.

BTC price holds near $75,000 as short-term holders look for profit opportunities: Crypto Markets Today - CoinDesk

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BTC price holds near $75,000 as short-term holders look for profit opportunities: Crypto Markets Today& & CoinDesk

Sygnum Bank Explains Bitcoin’s Institutional Maturity as Wall Street Turns It Into Portfolio Plumbing - Yahoo Finance

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Sygnum Bank Explains Bitcoin’s Institutional Maturity as Wall Street Turns It Into Portfolio Plumbing& & Yahoo Finance

Adam Back Pushes for Optional Upgrades to Quantum-Proof Bitcoin - Yahoo Finance

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Adam Back Pushes for Optional Upgrades to Quantum-Proof Bitcoin& & Yahoo Finance

'Bitcoin taxes make no sense': Washington think tank argues US rules hinder everyday payments - The Block

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'Bitcoin taxes make no sense': Washington think tank argues US rules hinder everyday payments& & The Block

Bitcoin vs. Stocks: It’s time to stop pretending they’re the same - New York Post

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Bitcoin vs. Stocks: It’s time to stop pretending they’re the same& & New York Post

If You’d Invested $1,000 in Bitcoin 5 Years Ago, Should You Cash Out or Keep Holding? - 24/7 Wall St.

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If You’d Invested $1,000 in Bitcoin 5 Years Ago, Should You Cash Out or Keep Holding?& & 24/7 Wall St.

Bitcoin miner HIVE lines up $75 million note offering to fund AI infrastructure expansion - The Block

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Bitcoin miner HIVE lines up $75 million note offering to fund AI infrastructure expansion& & The Block

Pakistan Reopens Banks to Crypto: A Look at What Changed

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Pakistan has ended one of the longest-running banking prohibitions in global crypto. On April 14, 2026, the State Bank of Pakistan issued BPRD Circular Letter No. 10 of 2026, allowing licensed banks to open and maintain accounts for Virtual Asset Service Providers holding a valid No Objection Certificate or full license from the Pakistan Virtual […]

Next Technology: Viable Speculative Vehicle If Bullish On Bitcoin (NASDAQ:NXTT) - Seeking Alpha

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Next Technology: Viable Speculative Vehicle If Bullish On Bitcoin (NASDAQ:NXTT)& & Seeking Alpha

Satoshi Nakamoto is one of the richest people in the world, but a proposed update could lock his Bitcoin away forever - dlnews.com

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Satoshi Nakamoto is one of the richest people in the world, but a proposed update could lock his Bitcoin away forever& & dlnews.com

The cheapest bitcoin ETF yet: Morgan Stanley uses 0.14% fee to draw $100 million in first week - CoinDesk

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The cheapest bitcoin ETF yet: Morgan Stanley uses 0.14% fee to draw $100 million in first week& & CoinDesk

This Is What $1,000 Invested in Bitcoin During Its Last Bear Market Is Worth Today - The Motley Fool

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This Is What $1,000 Invested in Bitcoin During Its Last Bear Market Is Worth Today& & The Motley Fool

Crypto Ownership in Denmark Flat at 4% Despite Global Hype

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A new study by Danmarks Nationalbank reveals that cryptocurrency ownership in Denmark remained stable at 4% in 2025, matching 2023 levels. This figure, however, is slightly lower than previous estimates from the Ministry of Taxation, which placed ownership at 6% in 2024. Key Takeaways: Danmarks Nationalbank found 4% of Danes owned crypto in 2025, showing […]

Trump issues ultimatum to Fed chair as Bitcoin trembles at $75,000. ‘I’ll have to fire him’ - dlnews.com

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Trump issues ultimatum to Fed chair as Bitcoin trembles at $75,000. ‘I’ll have to fire him’& & dlnews.com

Bitcoin (BTC) can be used as cash, but capital gains taxes turn even a cup of coffee into a mountain of paperwork - CoinDesk

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Bitcoin (BTC) can be used as cash, but capital gains taxes turn even a cup of coffee into a mountain of paperwork& & CoinDesk

Crypto Breakthrough: Pakistan Ends Banking Ban For Licensed Firms

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Banks in Pakistan can now open accounts for licensed cryptocurrency companies — a move that ends a restriction that has been in place since 2018. Strict Rules Come With The New Access The State Bank of Pakistan issued a circular on April 14 outlining exactly how that access works. Regulated banks are allowed to serve entities licensed by the Pakistan Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority, known as PVARA — the body responsible for licensing and overseeing virtual asset activity in the country. But the rules are tight. Banks cannot invest, trade, or hold virtual assets using their own money or customer deposits. Their role stops at providing standard banking services to licensed firms. Separate rupee-denominated accounts — called Client Money Accounts — must be opened specifically for settling authorized transactions. VASP funds cannot be mixed with client assets under any circumstance. Banks are also required to conduct full due diligence on every virtual asset firm they work with, update their risk profiling systems to account for crypto-related exposure, and report any suspicious activity to Pakistan’s Financial Monitoring Unit. Foreign exchange rules and all other central bank regulations still apply. Working with a licensed crypto firm does not free a bank from those obligations. Pakistan has taken an important step toward formalising its virtual asset ecosystem. Following the enactment of the Virtual Assets Act, 2026, the State Bank of Pakistan has issued BPRD Circular Letter No. 10 of 2026, enabling regulated entities to open and maintain bank accounts… pic.twitter.com/cuUhwSiCfS — Pakistan Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (@PakistanVARA) April 14, 2026 Eight Years Of Restrictions Now Behind Them Pakistan banned virtual currency dealings outright in 2018. For eight years, crypto companies had no path to basic banking services in the country. That changed when Pakistan passed the Virtual Assets Act 2026 in March — and the central bank’s April 14 circular put the new framework into action. The government had been laying the groundwork for months. Officials held talks with major exchanges, including Binance and HTX, in December 2025 as part of an effort to bring regulated trading platforms into the country. Separately, Pakistan explored blockchain-based financial infrastructure through discussions with affiliates of World Liberty Financial, focusing on the use of stablecoins for cross-border payments. A Regulated Path Forward For Digital Assets PVARA now sits at the center of this new system. Any virtual asset service provider that wants banking access must first be licensed through the authority. Banks, in turn, are responsible for vetting those firms on an ongoing basis — not just at the point of onboarding. Reports indicate that crypto activity in Pakistan has been growing despite the long-standing ban, driven in part by a large overseas population that sends money home regularly. The country’s interest in stablecoins for remittances reflects that reality. The central bank’s circular marks the first time licensed crypto firms have had a formal, legal route to banking services in Pakistan. Whether banks move quickly to serve this new client base — or take a cautious wait-and-see approach — remains to be seen. Featured image from ProPakistani, chart from TradingView

Scarcity Pump or Monetary Suicide? The Radical Argument Against BIP-361

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While proponents argue that the proposal prevents a “silent drain” of assets by quantum-capable actors, critics like Frederic Fosco contend that the solution is more dangerous than the threat. They argue that implementing a mechanism to freeze coins violates bitcoin’s core tenet of absolute property rights. Key Takeaways: BIP-361 aims to protect bitcoin from quantum […]

XRP, Solana Holders Deeper In The Red Compared To Bitcoin, Data shows

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On-chain data shows altcoins like XRP and Solana are observing a higher amount of investor loss relative to their market caps than Bitcoin. XRP & Solana Are Observing A High Value On The Relative Unrealized Loss In a new post on X, on-chain analytics firm Glassnode has talked about how the Relative Unrealized Loss compares between the various top coins in the cryptocurrency sector. The “Unrealized Loss” is an indicator that keeps track of the total amount of loss that’s held by investors as a whole on a given digital asset network. The metric works by going through the transaction history of each coin on the blockchain to determine the last price at which it was involved in a move. If this previous transfer value was more than the current spot price for any token, then that particular token is considered to be held at an unrealized loss right now. The exact amount of loss held by the coin is naturally equal to the difference between the two prices. The Relative Unrealized Loss, which is the version of the metric that’s of relevance here, sums up this difference for all loss tokens and finds what percentage of the market cap that it makes up for. A counterpart metric called the Relative Unrealized Profit finds the same for the profit portion of the supply. That is, the tokens that have a cost basis lower than the current spot price. Now, here is the chart shared by Glassnode that shows the trend in the Relative Unrealized Loss for the four top cryptocurrencies: Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, and Solana. As is visible in the above graph, the Relative Unrealized Loss has witnessed a rise across the sector during the last few months. This increase is a natural consequence of the bearish price action that the various assets have seen in this window. While the trend has been more-or-less uniform, the indicator’s value has differed in scale for the coins. Bitcoin and Ethereum, the two cryptocurrencies largest by market cap, have the metric sitting at relatively modest levels of 11.9% and 16.6%, respectively. Meanwhile, XRP and Solana have faced much heavier losses, with the Relative Unrealized Loss at 31.8% and 54.8%, respectively. “The elevated loss levels in altcoins reflect how heavy the top is in these markets, where supply is more concentrated among buyers who entered near cycle highs,” explained the analytics firm. While the altcoins are facing high levels of losses, they are still lower than those observed at the lows of the 2022 bear market. XRP isn’t too far off, but Solana’s losses remain magnitudes lower. XRP Price At the time of writing, XRP is floating around $1.35, down 2% in the last seven days.

Tether Backs $134 Million Funding Round for New Stablecoin Infrastructure

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Tether has joined a $134 million funding round for Stablecoin Development Corporation (SDEV), signaling growing institutional focus on stablecoin infrastructure. The move reflects rising real-world adoption of stablecoins beyond trading. Key Takeaways: Tether joined a $134 million SDEV round, boosting stablecoin infrastructure investment. USDT’s 570 million users and $33 trillion volume show a shift from […]

Nasdaq, S&P 500 Hit Records as Bitcoin Taps $75K - Bitbo

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Nasdaq, S&P 500 Hit Records as Bitcoin Taps $75K& & Bitbo

Morgan Stanley Bitcoin ETF Tops WisdomTree in 6 Days - Bitbo

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Morgan Stanley Bitcoin ETF Tops WisdomTree in 6 Days& & Bitbo

Ethereum’s Staking Ecosystem Evolves As Market Cap Expands Rapidly

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As the cryptocurrency market gradually turns bullish, a notable growth is being observed across Ethereum’s price action and its staking ecosystem. After a series of staking activity among retail and institutional investors, the ETH staking market cap has exploded, reaching new levels. ETH Staking Market Cap Sees Explosive Growth The Ethereum ecosystem is undergoing a radical change as its staking landscape quickly grows in size and sophistication. This notable growth coincides with the recent upward performance of ETH’s price following a broader market recovery earlier this week. According to Everstake, the largest global non-custodial staking infrastructure provider, the ETH staking ecosystem has evolved, reaching a $85.2 billion market cap. With the massive market cap, the ecosystem is turning into a fortress of security. Everstake stated that the sheer scale of this is absolutely mind-blowing. Such a sharp rise in ETH staking market capitalization is indicative of increased involvement from both individual and institutional holders, who are all looking for profits while enhancing network security. As a result of this, Ethereum’s economic model is changing, becoming a more yield-driven and capital-efficient economy. Looking at the chart shared by Everstake, the Ethereum network is now commanding more locked capital than the rest of the leading networks combined. ETH leads with over $85.2 billion, while Solana and BNB Chain come in second and third positions, with $35.5 billion and $15.2 billion, respectively. Being the leader in total staking market cap, ETH is currently providing the largest decentralized security budget in history. Offering more insight, Everstake added that this massive staking market cap represents unmatched trust or conviction in the ETH network from both large institutions and regular users across the globe. Furthermore, it proves that Ethereum is the leading blockchain when it comes to network resilience and providing a bulletproof settlement layer for the global on-chain economy. “The foundation has never been stronger,” Everstake stated. A Growing Bullish Momentum For The Ethereum Price With the rebound across the market, the Ethereum price appears to be maintaining its newfound uptrend, breaking past key resistance levels that previously capped previous upside attempts. In a report on X, Glassnode, a research and data analytics platform, highlighted that ETH’s price has reclaimed the 1-3 month holder cost basis located at the $2,300 level. A Major driver of this upward performance of ETH is the renewed positive momentum of the market. As seen in the chart, this trend is a familiar one. Glassnode noted that this structure so far is consistent with a bear market relief rally, similar to the bounces seen in Q3–Q4 2022, rather than a structural trend reversal. At the time of writing, ETH’s price was trading at $2,319, with a nearly 3% decrease in the last 24 hours. While ETH’s price has declined, its trading volume has turned bearish, falling by more than 13% over the past day.

CEO of bitcoin firm championed by Nigel Farage leaves company - The Guardian

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CEO of bitcoin firm championed by Nigel Farage leaves company& & The Guardian

Bitcoin Volatility Drives $12 Million Fees for Yield Basis - Bitcoin.com News

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Bitcoin Volatility Drives $12 Million Fees for Yield Basis& & Bitcoin.com News

Bitcoin price today: rises above $75k amid easing geopolitical fears - Investing.com

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Bitcoin price today: rises above $75k amid easing geopolitical fears& & Investing.com

Bitcoin price today: climbs toward $75k amid easing geopolitical fears - Investing.com

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Bitcoin price today: climbs toward $75k amid easing geopolitical fears& & Investing.com

Bitcoin's quantum debate splits as Adam Back pushes optional upgrades over forced freeze - CoinDesk

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Bitcoin's quantum debate splits as Adam Back pushes optional upgrades over forced freeze& & CoinDesk

Bitcoin rally is taking a breather near $75,000. Onchain data shows why - CoinDesk

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Bitcoin rally is taking a breather near $75,000. Onchain data shows why& & CoinDesk

Bitcoin Scholars Fund Launches to Redirect $21M in Federal Taxes Into K-12 Bitcoin Education - Bitcoin.com News

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Bitcoin Scholars Fund Launches to Redirect $21M in Federal Taxes Into K-12 Bitcoin Education& & Bitcoin.com News

Alliance Resource Partners: A Coal Giant Pivoting To AI, Bitcoin, And Electrification - Seeking Alpha

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Alliance Resource Partners: A Coal Giant Pivoting To AI, Bitcoin, And Electrification& & Seeking Alpha

DOGE price: Dogecoin jumps 4.5% to nearly 10-cents, outperforming bitcoin and ether - CoinDesk

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DOGE price: Dogecoin jumps 4.5% to nearly 10-cents, outperforming bitcoin and ether& & CoinDesk

Bitcoin Volatility Drives $12 Million Fees for Yield Basis

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Yield Basis generated $12 million in fees in Q1 as bitcoin volatility drove trading activity. The protocol’s model shows how market swings can be turned into yield for liquidity providers. Key Takeaways Yield Basis processed $1.1 billion volume in Q1 2026, generating $12 million in fees from volatility. Bitcoin swings drove $436 million volume in […]

Tech stocks drive NASDAQ, S&P 500 to records; Bitcoin hits $75K - Crypto Briefing

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Tech stocks drive NASDAQ, S&P 500 to records; Bitcoin hits $75K& & Crypto Briefing

Bitcoin steady amid S&P 500 record, geopolitical tensions keep traders cautious - Crypto Briefing

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Bitcoin steady amid S&P 500 record, geopolitical tensions keep traders cautious& & Crypto Briefing

Keep an eye on XRP, Plasma, DOGE as BTC price drifts: Crypto Daily - CoinDesk

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Keep an eye on XRP, Plasma, DOGE as BTC price drifts: Crypto Daily& & CoinDesk

Why MARA Holdings (MARA) Is Up 10.2% After Pivoting Bitcoin Proceeds Into AI Infrastructure And Debt - simplywall.st

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Why MARA Holdings (MARA) Is Up 10.2% After Pivoting Bitcoin Proceeds Into AI Infrastructure And Debt& & simplywall.st

BTC/USD – Bitcoin Price Today, Live Chart & Market Cap - TipRanks

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BTC/USD – Bitcoin Price Today, Live Chart & Market Cap& & TipRanks

QSB Could Save Legacy Bitcoin From Quantum Theft - HackerNoon

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QSB Could Save Legacy Bitcoin From Quantum Theft& & HackerNoon

Bitcoin faces selling pressure after rally to $76K, traders see no $82K path - Crypto Briefing

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Bitcoin faces selling pressure after rally to $76K, traders see no $82K path& & Crypto Briefing

Ethereum Price Says One Thing. Smart Money Disagrees – Details

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Ethereum is pushing above $2,300 as the market recovers from weeks of compressed price action, with buyers gradually reasserting control after an extended period of consolidation near the $2,000 level. The move higher comes as underlying on-chain data begins to paint a more constructive picture — one that suggests the recent weakness may have been quietly working in Ethereum’s favor rather than against it. According to a CryptoQuant report, a significant divergence has been developing beneath the surface. While price remained range-bound near $2,000, realized capitalization held by accumulating addresses continued to expand — a signal that long-term demand was absorbing available supply during the weakness rather than retreating from it. Coins were consistently moving into wallets with low historical spending behavior, the kind of addresses that tend to hold through volatility rather than react to it. This pattern became especially visible following the April 2025 drawdown and the consolidation that followed. Rather than triggering distribution, the price volatility appeared to accelerate accumulation among conviction-driven participants. Stronger hands were increasing exposure precisely when the market looked least inviting. That dynamic matters now because Ethereum is trading above $2,300. If the capital structure that formed during the consolidation is as durable as the on-chain data suggests, the current move may have a foundation that previous bounces lacked. Supply Is Quietly Moving Into Stronger Hands The inflow data reinforces what the accumulation signals have been suggesting. During the mid-2025 rally, Ethereum’s exchange inflows were dominated by high-frequency in-out addresses — the kind of activity typically associated with active trading and distribution near local price tops. That pattern reflected a market where participants were using strength as an exit rather than an entry. The current structure looks meaningfully different. Speculative inflow activity has declined, while addresses receiving funds directly from centralized exchanges are becoming increasingly dominant in the flow data. In practical terms, assets are leaving liquid venues and moving into hands that are less likely to return them quickly to the market. Each outflow of this type quietly removes supply from the immediately available sell side. What is notably absent is any sign of overheating. There are no extreme inflow spikes — the kind that historically precede sharp corrections by signaling that too much capital has piled in too quickly. Instead, the report describes a re-accumulation phase where supply is being transferred gradually to stronger holders without the fanfare that typically accompanies speculative excess. If exchange outflows continue at the current pace, the supply available for immediate sale on major venues will keep tightening. That kind of structural compression, combined with improving demand signals, is the setup that has historically preceded expansion phases rather than reversals. Ethereum’s fundamentals, by this measure, are strengthening even where the price chart has yet to fully reflect it. Ethereum Tests Critical Weekly Resistance After Post-Capitulation Recovery Ethereum is attempting to reclaim higher ground after a volatile multi-cycle structure that has repeatedly failed to sustain momentum above the $3,000–$4,000 range. The weekly chart shows a clear pattern: impulsive rallies followed by sharp retracements, with the most recent rejection near $4,800 in late 2025 leading to a breakdown toward the $1,700–$1,800 region. That February 2026 capitulation marked a structural reset, with elevated volume confirming forced selling or large-scale de-risking. Since then, ETH has staged a recovery, now trading around $2,300–$2,400 — a level that sits directly at a key pivot zone. This area previously acted as support during mid-2024 and early 2025, and is now being retested as resistance. From a trend perspective, ETH remains below the 200-week moving average (red), which is flattening, while the 100-week (green) and 50-week (blue) are converging just above the current price. This compression suggests a decision point is approaching, where the market must either reclaim these levels or face renewed downside pressure. Volume has declined notably since the capitulation spike, indicating that the recovery is not driven by aggressive inflows but rather by reduced selling. Holding above $2,400 would signal structural improvement. Rejection here would likely reinforce the broader range-bound regime. Featured image from ChatGPT, chart from TradingView.com

Bitcoin traders may have reason to rejoice – Even if BTC reserves fall to 2.683 mln - AMBCrypto

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Bitcoin traders may have reason to rejoice – Even if BTC reserves fall to 2.683 mln& & AMBCrypto

Bitcoin Steady as S&P 500 Hits Record, but Options Market Isn't Buying the Peace Trade - Moomoo

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Bitcoin Steady as S&P 500 Hits Record, but Options Market Isn't Buying the Peace Trade& & Moomoo

Bitcoin steady as S&P 500 hits record, but options market isn't buying the peace trade - CoinDesk

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Bitcoin steady as S&P 500 hits record, but options market isn't buying the peace trade& & CoinDesk

Bitcoin Briefly Breaks $75K as US-Iran Tensions Ease — But the Market Isn’t Fully Convinced - Binance

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Bitcoin Briefly Breaks $75K as US-Iran Tensions Ease — But the Market Isn’t Fully Convinced& & Binance

Bitcoin Scholars Fund Launches to Redirect $21M in Federal Taxes Into K-12 Bitcoin Education

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A new Texas-registered nonprofit launched Tuesday with plans to redirect $21 million in federal tax dollars into bitcoin and financial literacy education for K-12 students by 2027. Key Takeaways: Bitcoin Scholars Fund launched April 15, 2026, targeting $21 million redirected from federal taxes into K-12 Bitcoin education by 2027. The OBBBA grants donors a 100% […]

Bitcoin ETFs see $186M inflow, led by BlackRock’s $292M investment - Crypto Briefing

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Bitcoin ETFs see $186M inflow, led by BlackRock’s $292M investment& & Crypto Briefing

Bitcoin devs float 'quantum tripwire' that triggers coin freeze only if attack is proven - CoinDesk

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Bitcoin devs float 'quantum tripwire' that triggers coin freeze only if attack is proven& & CoinDesk

Goldman Sachs applies for a Bitcoin covered call option ETF, as Wall Street accelerates the domestication of crypto assets. - Moomoo

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Goldman Sachs applies for a Bitcoin covered call option ETF, as Wall Street accelerates the domestication of crypto assets.& & Moomoo

Pundit Says Stop Analyzing XRP On A Chart, Do This Instead

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Market analyst Luke Suther has issued a detailed report challenging the traditional reliance on charts to determine XRP’s valuation. The analysis, posted on X, suggests that th price action on charts does not account for its role in broader liquidity systems and, as a result, fails to capture its true long-term value. Analyst Rejects Chart-Based XRP Price Assessments Rather than relying on technical chart patterns, Suther shifts the focus toward XRP’s underlying utility and the massive financial rails established around it. He argued that the cryptocurrency’s real value can be accurately measured only by its role as a settlement layer in the global financial sector and its functionality across institutional networks. Notably, Suther revealed that the altcoin is currently positioned within a global finance infrastructure worth multiple quadrillions of dollars. This infrastructure includes a diverse array of traditional banking institutions and payment processors worldwide. In his analysis, he outlined key segments of the global financial system and their estimated valuations, arguing that the altcoin’s price outlook lies in its potential to handle large-scale settlement demand across these markets. He noted that: All Japanese banks manage approximately $25 trillion The DTCC processes roughly $3 quadrillion SWIFT handles about $1.5 quadrillion The top 10 US banks hold over $12.5 trillion Tokenized assets account for $2 trillion Mastercard manages around $9 trillion Visa processes up to $16 trillion The derivatives market represents about $1 trillion American Express handles roughly $1 trillion Hidden Road, now rebranded as Ripple Prime, manages approximately $3 trillion According to Suther, the combined value of these financial segments is estimated at roughly $5.53 quadrillion. The report highlights this as the total volume of transaction activity moving through settlement networks, a portion of which XRP could potentially support. Within this context, the analyst argued that market capitalization and technical chart patterns fail to capture the demands of high-volume settlement systems. Instead, he emphasized that the token’s value should be assessed based on its throughput capacity and its ability to facilitate faster, cheaper transfer of value across international financial systems. XRP Pricing Structure Tied To Institutional Flow In his post, Suther noted that many people made the same mistakes when assessing XRP’s value. They try to directly match the $5.53 quadrillion flow of global finance to XRP’s market capitalization. He explained that the token is not designed to hold that value, but to move it. From this standpoint, the analyst stated that the more relevant question is not whether it can handle trillions in flow, but what price is required for billions to move instantly without friction. He added that if XRP’s price is too low, liquidity would remain thin and slippage would rise, making large-scale settlement inefficient. In his view, a higher XRP price is a functional requirement for the system to operate effectively at a global scale.

Solv Protocol Unveils Revolutionary Native Bitcoin Yield via RGB and Lightning Network - MEXC

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Solv Protocol Unveils Revolutionary Native Bitcoin Yield via RGB and Lightning Network& & MEXC

Bitcoin exchange inflows hit 11K BTC/hour as price reaches $76K resistance - Crypto Briefing

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Bitcoin exchange inflows hit 11K BTC/hour as price reaches $76K resistance& & Crypto Briefing

Brazil’s Ruling Party Files Bill to Ban Online Gambling Entirely as President Lula Stays Silent

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The legislative caucus of Brazil’s Workers’ Party has filed a bill proposing an outright federal ban on online gambling, escalating what had been campaign rhetoric into formal legislation that would dismantle the regulatory framework the same government built – and putting billions in tax revenue at risk ahead of October’s presidential election. Key Takeaways: 68 […]

Charles Hoskinson Says 34% of Bitcoin Could Be Stolen by Quantum Computers in 2030s - Coinpedia

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Charles Hoskinson Says 34% of Bitcoin Could Be Stolen by Quantum Computers in 2030s& & Coinpedia

BlackRock’s Bitcoin holdings surpass Strategy’s as BTC stays above $62K - Crypto Briefing

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BlackRock’s Bitcoin holdings surpass Strategy’s as BTC stays above $62K& & Crypto Briefing

Ripple Lands Major Korea Deal With Top Insurance Giant Kyobo

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Ripple has struck a new partnership with Kyobo Life Insurance to explore what it says would be Korea’s first tokenized government bond settlement workflow on blockchain, extending the company’s institutional push in Asia into the country’s insurance sector. The partnership is built around Ripple Custody, which will be used to hold, transfer, and settle tokenized government bond transactions within a regulated institutional framework. The firm said the setup is designed to replace fragmented, manual settlement processes with on-chain execution, potentially compressing the standard two-day settlement cycle into near real-time. Ripple Signs First Tier-1 Korean Insurer for Custody Push Kyobo, one of Korea’s largest and most established life insurers, will work with Ripple to assess both the technical and regulatory feasibility of tokenized Treasury settlement within Korea’s financial system. The custody layer sits at the center of that effort. Ripple described Ripple Custody as a bank-grade, fully integrated platform built for regulated financial institutions, supporting the secure transfer, settlement, and management of digital assets. Notably, the announcement positions custody not as a standalone product, but as the first layer of a broader institutional stack that could later expand into tokenization, payments, liquidity, and treasury management. In other words, the bond-settlement pilot is being presented as infrastructure, not a one-off proof of concept. Ripple also tied the partnership to a larger modernization argument around government bond markets. By settling transactions simultaneously on-chain, the companies say institutions could reduce counterparty risk and improve capital efficiency. Ripple added that it will also support Kyobo in exploring stablecoin-based payment rails, with the goal of enabling 24/7 transaction capability inside a compliant framework. Fiona Murray, Ripple’s managing director for Asia Pacific, cast the agreement as both a Korea market entry point and a signal to other institutions watching from the sidelines. “Korea’s institutional financial market is at an inflection point, and we are privileged to be entering it alongside Kyobo Life Insurance—one of Korea’s most respected financial institutions and the first major insurer in the country to take this step with us,” Murray said. “This partnership is a signal to the broader market that institutional-grade digital asset infrastructure is no longer a future aspiration; it is available, proven, and ready to deploy in Korea today.” She went further, describing the move as part of a broader regional commitment rather than a narrowly scoped pilot. “Ripple’s commitment to Korea is long-term and strategic. We see this as the beginning of a broad and enduring partnership, not only with Kyobo, but with the Korean institutional financial market as a whole,” Murray said. Kyobo framed the initiative less as a bet on crypto markets than as a test of whether conventional financial products can function more efficiently on blockchain rails. “Our partnership with Ripple is not simply about digital assets — it’s about validating how traditional financial instruments can operate securely and efficiently on blockchain,” said Jin Ho Park, senior executive vice president at Kyobo Life Insurance. “We are proud to collaborate with Ripple to advance Korea’s financial market infrastructure and bring next-generation solutions to our customers.” At press time, XRP traded at $1.3543.

Bitcoin Price Targets $75K Break, Is a New Rally Incoming? - TradingView — Track All Markets

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Bitcoin Price Targets $75K Break, Is a New Rally Incoming?& & TradingView — Track All Markets

3 Paths Ahead: Kraken Maps Warsh-Led Fed Scenarios That Could Shift Crypto out of Range

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Monetary policy expectations are increasingly tied to a potential Federal Reserve leadership shift, with major implications for liquidity and risk assets. Kraken’s chief economist outlined scenarios that could reshape crypto markets under varying degrees of policy easing. Key Takeaways: Kraken outlines three Fed scenarios that could steer crypto market direction. Warsh-led policy shifts may boost […]

Bitcoin Must Prepare Now for Quantum Threat, Says Adam Back - Binance

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Bitcoin Must Prepare Now for Quantum Threat, Says Adam Back& & Binance

Bitcoin, Ethereum Flat, While XRP, Dogecoin Gain Amid Iran Peace Deal Optimism: Bear Market Won't Go To - Benzinga

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Bitcoin, Ethereum Flat, While XRP, Dogecoin Gain Amid Iran Peace Deal Optimism: Bear Market Won't Go To& & Benzinga

Bitcoin stabilizes near key resistance despite sustained profit taking and weak demand — Glassnode - FXStreet

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Bitcoin stabilizes near key resistance despite sustained profit taking and weak demand — Glassnode& & FXStreet

Bitcoin And Ethereum Bounce Meet Rising Open Interest On Cryptocurrency Exchanges

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After a brief bounce at the beginning of the week, Bitcoin and Ethereum are back to price levels not seen in weeks, reinforcing the momentum of the upward move. Amid this rebound, both leading crypto assets are displaying consistent growth underneath the surface. Rising Leverage Collide Bitcoin And Ethereum Rebound Bitcoin and Ethereum’s prices just shifted into a bullish state and are demonstrating more upside potential in the short term. The recent bounce in both assets is running into a new layer of complexity, as clearly observed in their Open Interest (OI) on cryptocurrency exchanges. Santiment, a popular market intelligence and data analytics platform, shared this trend on the X platform, capturing investors’ attention across the market. At the time of the report, Bitcoin’s price was already trading at $76,070 while ETH was trading at $2,395, marking their highest market values since the beginning of February. This bounce is accompanied by a greater sense of optimism, with the rapid creation of margin and leveraged positions, indicated in their ongoing rising open interest. Even while the price recovery signals renewed optimism, the simultaneous increase in leveraged positions indicates more speculative activity behind the move. Interestingly, this kind of pattern typically leads to a fragile environment, where momentum can quickly accelerate. However, they are also known for unwinding just as fast in the event that sentiment begins to shift. According to the report from Santiment, BTC’s open interest has experienced a more than 59% rising over the past 7 weeks. The same goes for Ethereum’s open interest, which has secured an over 45% in within the same period. Santiment stated that this spike reflects growing conviction among traders. However, it can also lead to higher risk, as crowded leveraged trades can swiftly unwind. When open interest climbs in tandem with prices, the market often turns more volatile, with sudden squeezes in either direction becoming highly likely. Currently, Sentiment highlighted that traders are now feeling enough confidence to take on increased risk. BTC And ETH Whales Are Returning to The Market Despite witnessing volatility, high-net-worth holders are slowly returning to the market, which could bolster its upward price action. Data from Santiment shows that the number of ETH wallet addresses holding at least 100,000 ETH has increased from 54 to 57 in the past week. The platform has predicted a level of correlation with price when this wallet count grows. In addition, there is a strong justification that the altcoin’s price will continue to rise. Large-scale investors or whales are also not sleeping on Bitcoin either. Reports reveal that whale holdings between 1,000 BTC and 10,000 BTC now hold over 4.25 million BTC, representing over 21.3% of BTC’s total supply. Since mid-February, this is the most coins the cohort has held. A 27,652 BTC addition on Sunday amounts to slightly over $2 billion in accumulation as the leading crypto asset enjoys a rebound.

Tim Draper Renews Bitcoin Target, Sees $250K in 18 Months as Inflation Pressures Weigh on Dollar

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Tim Draper has reset his long-term bitcoin market case by renewing a $250,000 price target tied to inflation pressures and fiat weakness. The fresh prediction matters because it reinforces a conviction he has maintained despite earlier setbacks. Key Takeaways: Tim Draper renewed a $250K BTC target, resetting his long-term forecast again. Bitcoin’s outlook remains tied […]

XRP Has Unique Advantages Over Bitcoin, Ethereum, Trader Argues - Yahoo Finance

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XRP Has Unique Advantages Over Bitcoin, Ethereum, Trader Argues& & Yahoo Finance

Analyst Who Successfully Shorted The Bitcoin Price Top Announces A Change In His Plan

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Bitcoin’s recent recovery above $75,000 is forcing some traders to reassess their next move, and one analyst who previously called the market top is now adjusting his strategy. Crypto analyst Doctor Profit, who publicly called for a short at the $115,000 to $125,000 range, has revised part of his trading plan in a fresh update posted to X. The analyst is still bearish on the medium-term outlook, but the path to his targets has changed in one important way. A Strategic Adjustment Around $76,200 Recent price action has seen Bitcoin slowly creeping bullish, which is a reflection of inflows of capital, particularly through Spot Bitcoin ETFs. This has seen the Bitcoin price pushing to an intraday high of $75,829 in the past 24 hours, according to price data from CoinGecko. Interestingly, this price bounce is part of why crypto analyst Doctor Profit is now weighing the probabilities. Doctor Profit had previously outlined a plan to take full profit on a long position, which was initiated from $71,000, and simultaneously add short orders in the $79,000 to $84,000 range. That strategy has now been revised. In his view, a move into the $76,000 range carries a much higher likelihood than a full push into the upper resistance band. The analyst now says he will close only half of his long position at the $76,200 region, pocket that profit, and move his stop loss to entry. Doctor Profit acknowledged a miscalculation in his earlier probability assessment, stating that while the likelihood of Bitcoin hitting $76,000 is now very high, the probability of reaching the $79,000 to $84,000 zone is currently only medium. The Larger Picture: A Short That Started At $120,000 The context behind this update matters. Doctor Profit’s original short position was placed at around $120,000. This is a call that, in hindsight, proved well-timed. Bitcoin recorded an all-time high of $126,000 in October 2025 before plummeting following new tariff threats against China, with prices failing to recover and continuing to slide through the end of January. The leading cryptocurrency has since been floating between $65,000 and $75,000 for over two months. Despite taking partial profits earlier, Doctor Profit has not abandoned his bearish outlook. The original short position is still open, and the outlook is still more bearish, with moves to price targets below $55,000. His chart, shared alongside the update, shows three downside targets: Short TP1 at approximately $54,396, Short TP2 at $46,392, and Short TP3 at $39,388. However, there is a clear distinction in how he plans to add to that position. The plan now is to avoid opening new shorts around $76,000, instead reserving additional entries for the $79,000 to $84,000 zone. This area, according to the analyst, represents a more optimal region driven by potential market euphoria and late-stage buying pressure.

Bethlehem police officer thwarts bitcoin scam, saves woman from losing thousands of dollars - WFMZ.com

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Nasdaq Logs 11th Straight Gain, S&P 500 Hits Record Close Amid Iran Peace Talks

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U.S.-Iran diplomacy hopes triggered a broad risk-on shift across global markets April 15, 2026, lifting equities, pressuring gold, and allowing bitcoin to hold near multi-week highs on institutional demand. Key Takeaways: Gold fell 1.05% to $4,791 on April 15, 2026, as U.S.-Iran diplomacy reduced safe-haven demand on COMEX. The Nasdaq Composite climbed 1.59% to 24,016.02, […]

Assessing American Bitcoin (ABTC) Valuation After A Recent Short Term Share Price Rebound - Yahoo Finance

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TRON Network Deepens Role in Agentic AI Infrastructure as B.AI Launches

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This sponsored press release was provided by TRON DAO and was not written by Bitcoin.com News. Bitcoin.com News does not necessarily endorse the statements made within this announcement. PRESS RELEASE. Geneva, Switzerland, April 15, 2026 — TRON DAO, the community-governed DAO dedicated to accelerating the decentralization of the internet through blockchain technology and decentralized applications […]

Bitcoin news: S&P, Nasdaq hit records as BTC stalls at $75,000, 40% off October peak - CoinDesk

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'Bitcoin Superpower'—Trump, Musk Suddenly Eye $100,000 - Forbes

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Viral Jack Neel and Jiang Xueqin Podcast Clip Revives Bitcoin Deep State Theory

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A viral clip from the Jack Neel Podcast sent a Beijing-based commentator’s CIA-created- Bitcoin theory ricocheting across X, Tiktok, and crypto forums on Wednesday. Key Takeaways: A viral clip from Jack Neel Podcast Episode 86 shows Jiang Xueqin claiming the CIA created Bitcoin in 2026. Jiang’s theory, built on game theory framing, has reached 2.3M […]

Bitcoin Developer Coalition Floats BIP-361 to Freeze Quantum-Vulnerable Wallets - Yahoo Finance

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When Will Bitcoin Price Bottom Out? Benjamin Cowen Predicts - Yahoo Finance

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Tax Day Relief Skips Bitcoin Users Buried in Capital Gains Paperwork - Yahoo Finance

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Bitcoin ticks up, hovers just under $75k on hopes of more U.S.-Iran peace talks - Investing.com

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Bitcoin ticks up, hovers just under $75k on hopes of more U.S.-Iran peace talks& & Investing.com

Crypto.com Partners With NYSE-Listed Casino Operator High Roller to Launch US Prediction Market Contracts

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Crypto.com has signed a definitive agreement with NYSE-listed online casino operator High Roller Technologies to offer prediction market contracts in the United States, adding another major entrant to a sector that has drawn both explosive growth and escalating legal challenges in recent months. Key Takeaways: High Roller Technologies (NYSE: ROLR) signed a definitive agreement with […]

Cardano’s Midnight Has A Big 180 Days Ahead, Hoskinson Says

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Charles Hoskinson used his latest livestream on April 14 to sketch out what he described as the next 90 to 180 days for Midnight, framing the privacy-focused network as one of the most important initiatives now taking shape around Cardano. According to Hoskinson, Midnight’s token launched in December and has already reached what he called “near ubiquitous liquidity,” with Korea, Japan, and some “legacy exchanges like Coinbase” still to come. He said the token has already been listed on venues including Binance Spot and Kraken, and claimed Midnight has shown the capacity to trade as much as $9 billion per day at peak liquidity. “There’s no longer liquidity issues, which is extraordinary for a brand new token,” Hoskinson said. “Usually it takes about two to three years for a token to go through all these trials and tribulations, but Midnight lives in fast mode.” Why Cardano’s Midnight Is Just Getting Started That market progress has been paired with infrastructure rollout. Hoskinson said Midnight’s “federated guarded mainnet” launched on schedule at the end of March, while teams are now working through post-launch backlog items and parallel ecosystem efforts. He repeatedly returned to the idea that the project remains on track despite volatility in the token. “It’s going to be a wild year,” he said. “There’s going to be huge volatility in the underlying asset. Very clear that certain actors in the market seem to try to depress the price … but it hasn’t really meaningfully impacted or affected the roadmap or the project’s rollout.” A large part of the next phase, as he described it, is ecosystem formation. Hoskinson pointed to Night Force, Midnight’s ambassador program, and said he wants to scale it to around 1,000 participants. He also highlighted Builder Club, which he said is already pulling in projects from sectors ranging from healthcare and real estate to NFT marketplaces and more traditional Web3 categories. On the product side, he said four major R&D efforts are now underway for the next iteration of the roadmap: the Midnight DeFi kernel, the Midnight passport program, Midnight with Minotaur and its future consensus design, and Nightstream. He said the team expects to show more progress at Consensus. The Cardano founder also spent time outlining the user experience he wants Midnight to deliver. “I want the ability to create an account within 60 seconds and have it actually be useful, have it work on your phone, never have to have 24 keywords or manage cryptographic material,” he said. “I want it to work with OneDrive and Google Drive and all these other wonderful services that billions of people use.” That push toward abstraction and ease of use sits alongside Midnight’s privacy pitch. Hoskinson described the network as an attempt to combine multiple privacy-enhancing technologies, including zero-knowledge systems, MPC, and trusted execution environments, into something practical at scale. He cast that design as central to Midnight’s broader value proposition: privacy, selective disclosure, and interoperability rather than isolation. One of the more detailed sections of the livestream focused on “Midnight City,” a project Hoskinson described as an agent-driven front page for the protocol. He said users will eventually be able to deploy their own agents into the environment, while subscriptions and payments inside the system will convert into NIGHT, creating what he described as network demand loops. Similar loops, he said, are also being explored for the DeFi kernel. That connects directly to Midnight’s token model. Hoskinson argued the network’s dual tokenomics are designed around cooperation rather than competition, saying Midnight benefits from working across ecosystems rather than fighting them. In his telling, the capacity exchange and support for assets such as Bitcoin, Ether, Solana, Avalanche, and BNB are meant to position Midnight as “a layer two to everyone effectively.” The broader message was equal parts roadmap update and ideological pitch. “Midnight’s here to stay and it’s a tremendous project,” Hoskinson said. “We need simplicity, we need rules, and we need privacy. And it truly is a new generation.” At press time, Cardano traded at $0.24.

Iran's Bitcoin toll 'virtually impossible' to collect, says policy institute - dlnews.com

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Iran's Bitcoin toll 'virtually impossible' to collect, says policy institute& & dlnews.com

CryptoQuant says bitcoin rally faces rising profit-taking risk as exchange inflows jump - The Block

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CryptoQuant says bitcoin rally faces rising profit-taking risk as exchange inflows jump& & The Block

Strategy Nears 1M BTC Milestone - Investing News Network

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Strategy Nears 1M BTC Milestone& & Investing News Network

Strive Raises SATA Preferred Yield to 13%; Tops Hut 8 in Bitcoin Holdings - Yahoo Finance

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Strive Raises SATA Preferred Yield to 13%; Tops Hut 8 in Bitcoin Holdings& & Yahoo Finance

Virginia Enacts Crypto Unclaimed Property Law Requiring In-Kind Transfer to State

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Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger signed House Bill 798 into law April 13, 2026, requiring crypto exchanges and custodians to transfer dormant digital assets to the state in their native token form rather than converting them to cash. Key Takeaways: Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger signed HB 798 on April 13, 2026, requiring exchanges to transfer dormant […]

Bitcoin Price Passes $75,000 as Iran War Turns It From ‘Digital Gold’ Into Geopolitical Settlement Bet - Bitcoin Magazine

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Bitcoin Price Passes $75,000 as Iran War Turns It From ‘Digital Gold’ Into Geopolitical Settlement Bet& & Bitcoin Magazine

Justin Sun Slams World Liberty Financial’s Latest Proposal, Calls It ‘World Tyranny’

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World Liberty Financial (WLFI)—the crypto project linked to the Trump family—is drawing renewed backlash after advancing a proposal that would keep some early investors’ WLFI tokens locked and unusable for trading for an extended period. The situation has also triggered strong condemnation from Tron founder Justin Sun, who took to X (formerly Twitter) to describe the venture as “World Tyranny,” arguing that the proposal is not true governance but instead a mechanism for coercion. World Liberty Financial Proposal Sparks Outcry At the heart of the controversy is the proposal’s treatment of early investors. Under the plan, those who hold tokens acquired early would be required to agree to keep most of their WLFI holdings locked—meaning they would not be available for trading—for an additional two years. After that initial lock-up, the World Liberty Financial proposal states that investors would begin receiving their tokens gradually over the subsequent two-year period. Under the terms outlined in the proposal, anyone who does not agree to the plan would see their tokens locked “indefinitely,” with no clear route to regain access. Sun—who had previously been a major supporter of World Liberty Financial—said the proposal is being dressed up with language about “governance alignment” and “long-term commitment.” In his view, the framing is misleading. He argues that beneath the rhetoric, the structure amounts to a trap: if holders vote against the proposal, they are “punished” through an indefinite lock with no future unlocking mechanism. In other words, Sun says the vote is not a genuine decision-making process but an enforcement tool. He characterized it as coercion rather than governance, saying it rewards agreement while penalizing dissent. Sun Calls It A Rights Violation Sun also claims that the World Liberty Financial proposal restricts who can participate meaningfully in the voting process. He says he personally holds around 4% of the voting power, yet his tokens have been frozen, preventing him from effectively participating in the vote. Another of Sun’s strongest objections also centers on what he describes as the scale of the assets at stake. He argues that the proposal is not a minor parameter change or routine protocol update. Instead, he says it aims to determine an unlock schedule for assets worth billions, alter reallocation of governance and vesting rights, and, in the most extreme case, permanently destroy billions of tokens. He portrays this as a direct violation of property rights, arguing that under a design where voting against the proposal leads to indefinite punishment, where many holders may be frozen out, and where contract control rests with anonymous wallets, the legitimacy of any vote is severely undermined. In his view, such actions are incompatible with the protections normally required when large holders’ interests are permanently altered, especially when minority protections, due process, and independent review would be expected in traditional markets. Sun further argues that because token burning would permanently destroy holders’ tokens without compensation or recourse, the World Liberty Financial proposal represents an irreversible expropriation rather than a legitimate community decision. For Tron’s founder, these conditions mean the results should not be treated as legitimate or recognized in the way a real governance process would be. Featured image from OpenArt, chart from TradingView.com

BlackRock Is Buying Up Bitcoin & Ethereum Again, And The Numbers Are Staggering

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BlackRock, the world’s largest asset manager, is accumulating Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) once again, as institutional demand for crypto-based Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) ramps up. The move comes despite ongoing market volatility and heightened bearish sentiment, highlighting how institutional appetite for crypto exposure remains firm even as fear and uncertainty spread across the market. BlackRock Ramps Up Bitcoin And Ethereum Buying From April 6 to 10, BlackRock recorded a strong wave of inflows into its spot crypto ETFs, highlighting sustained institutional demand for digital assets. The recent inflows also signaled a shift in sentiment among investors, who had previously adopted a risk-off stance amid geopolitical tensions and macroeconomic conditions that fueled price declines in the crypto market. In total, the investment company attracted about $780 million across its Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs, a staggering figure that shows renewed interest in regulated crypto exposure. SoSoValue reports that the bulk of these inflows went into BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF, iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT), which brought in roughly $612 million. Meanwhile, the firm’s Ethereum ETF, iShares Ethereum Trust (ETHA), added approximately $168 million over the same period. As new shares were issued, authorized participants stepped in to facilitate the process, requiring custodians to buy an equivalent amount of real BTC and ETH. Those assets are now being held by Coinbase Custody, the primary custodian for BlackRock’s crypto ETFs. To maintain full backing, the firm acquires Bitcoin and Ethereum through on the open market or over-the-counter (OTC) deals. BlackRock, for its part, manages the funds without using its own corporate capital. Notably, the latest inflow is not a direct purchase on BlackRock’s balance sheet, but rather investors acquiring more crypto ETFs, thereby increasing buying pressure on BTC and ETH. The weekly total ranks among the strongest performances seen in recent months for crypto ETFs. If sustained, the momentum could help support the price of Bitcoin and Ethereum, which recorded major gains of more than 3% during the same week that ETF inflows picked up. Following the latest inflows, BlackRock’s total Bitcoin and Ethereum on its balance sheet have increased to $56.8 billion and $6.92 billion, respectively. They now hold approximately 791,284 BTC via IBIT and 3,008,094 ETH via ETHA. Institutions Resume Aggressive BTC Accumulation Bitcoin accumulation has increased not only through ETFs but also among whales and corporate investors. New reports reveal that whales have abruptly stopped aggressively selling BTC and may be looking to buy as the market continues to rebound. Strategy, the market intelligence company founded by Michael Saylor, is also buying Bitcoin, increasing its already substantial holdings. On April 13, Saylor took to X to announce that the company had added another batch of Bitcoin to its balance sheet. This time, Strategy acquired 13,927 BTC, worth approximately $1 billion at $71,902 per coin. The purchase brings the company’s total holdings to a staggering 780,897 BTC, valued at around $59.02 billion at $75,578 per coin. This move underscores Strategy’s unwavering and increasingly aggressive accumulation strategy, as the company doubles down on its long-term conviction in Bitcoin despite volatile market conditions.

Tether moves 951 BTC as Bitcoin rebounds to $75K monthly peak - Seeking Alpha

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Tether moves 951 BTC as Bitcoin rebounds to $75K monthly peak& & Seeking Alpha

Crypto ETFs See Broad Inflows Led by $412 Million Bitcoin Surge

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Crypto ETFs staged a powerful rebound on Tuesday, with strong inflows across all major assets. Bitcoin led the charge, while ether, XRP, and solana all posted gains in a rare all-green session. Key Takeaways: Bitcoin ETFs drew $411.5 million, led by Blackrock IBIT, signaling a strong market-wide rebound. Ether ETFs added $53.03 million with Fidelity […]

Bitcoin news: Tether keeps stacking BTC, adding $70M in tokens to reserve - CoinDesk

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Bitcoin news: Tether keeps stacking BTC, adding $70M in tokens to stablecoin reserve - CoinDesk

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Strategy Bitcoin Bet Deepens As Preferred Stock Funding Reshapes Capital Stack - Yahoo Finance

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‘Just The First Step’—Musk’s X Crypto Move Sparks Bitcoin Buzz - Forbes

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