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 | Trump’s $1.5T Defense Budget Push, Iran Warning Send Stocks, Gold, and Bitcoin Lower
Wall Street closed mostly lower on Thursday, as President Donald Trump’s national address vowing to hit Iran “extremely hard” reversed Wednesday’s brief optimism and pushed oil prices sharply higher. Oil Hits $111 a Barrel as Trump Speech Crushes April 1 De-escalation Rally Trump delivered the speech on Wednesday evening, warning Iran would be... By Jamie Redman Published April 2, 2026 21:43 UTC (17m ago) |
 | UN security council rejects force resolution; Iran to keep hormuz closed
The rejection of the resolution exacerbates geopolitical tensions, increasing the likelihood of military escalation and market volatility. The post UN security council rejects force resolution; Iran to keep hormuz closed appeared first on Crypto Briefing. By Estefano Gomez Published April 2, 2026 21:32 UTC (29m ago) |
 | Why Global Banks Could Send XRP To The Moon Despite Ripple’s Mammoth 38 Billion Token Stash
A heated discussion is emerging within the XRP community over whether global banks could truly adopt XRP and trigger its next explosive rally—despite Ripple’s gargantuan token holdings. By Brenda Ngari Published April 2, 2026 21:30 UTC (31m ago) |
 | Stablecoin supply reaches $315B in Q1 as USDC rises, USDT declines
Stablecoins dominated crypto trading in Q1 as investors sought safety, while rising bot usage and declining retail flows pointed to shifting market dynamics, according to CEX.io. By Sam Bourgi Published April 2, 2026 21:29 UTC (31m ago) |
 | Rocky US economy, private credit stress, war, impact Bitcoin’s odds for $75K rally
Are Bitcoin’s odds for a rally to $75,000 diminished by a weakening US economy, the war in Iran and multiple institutional BTC holders selling in the open market? By Marcel Pechman Published April 2, 2026 21:24 UTC (36m ago) |
 | MARA Conducts Ongoing Layoffs Following $1.1B Bitcoin Sale and Debt Reduction Push
Bitcoin Magazine MARA Conducts Ongoing Layoffs Following $1.1B Bitcoin Sale and Debt Reduction Push MARA Holdings is conducting ongoing layoffs across multiple departments after selling $1.1 billion in Bitcoin to cut debt. This post MARA Conducts Ongoing Layoffs Following $1.1B Bitcoin Sale and Debt Reduction Push first appeared on Bitcoin... By Micah Zimmerman Published April 2, 2026 21:24 UTC (36m ago) |
 | ZachXBT Accuses Circle of Being ‘Asleep’ as Drift Hack Funds Moved Freely
ZachXBT called Circle "asleep" as stolen USDC flowed from Solana to Ethereum during the multi-hour Drift Protocol exploit window. By Chayanika Deka Published April 2, 2026 21:23 UTC (37m ago) |
 | Coinbase-Initiated x402 Foundation Sets Out to Build a Universal Open Payment Standard for the Web
TLDR: Coinbase initiated the x402 Foundation under the Linux Foundation alongside Cloudflare and Stripe as co-founders. Over 20 founding members joined, including Google, Microsoft, Visa, Mastercard, AWS, Circle, and Shopify. The x402 protocol supports both fiat and crypto rails across multiple blockchains and payment networks globally. AI agents... By Brenda Mary Published April 2, 2026 21:21 UTC (39m ago) |
 | Ethereum Absorbs $1B In An Hour As Trump Signals Escalation
Ethereum is fighting to hold $2,000. The market is volatile. And the reason has nothing to do with on-chain data, exchange flows, or technical levels — it has to do with what Donald Trump said yesterday. Related Reading: $11.4 Billion in XRP Has Left Binance. Here Is What Happens When Demand Returns Analyst Darkfost has placed the current Ethereum... By Sebastian Villafuerte Published April 2, 2026 21:00 UTC (1h ago) |
 | Uniswap brings v2, v3 and v4 to Consensys’ Linea zkEVM
Uniswap has deployed v2, v3 and v4 on Consensys’ Linea zkEVM, bringing its full DEX stack to a low-fee, EVM-equivalent rollup now integrated across the Uniswap app, API and wallet. Uniswap has announced that Uniswap v2, v3 and v4 are… By Andrew Folkler Published April 2, 2026 21:00 UTC (1h ago) |
 | Experts Suggest Possible Social Engineering in $280M Drift Protocol Exploit
Blockchain security firms are currently investigating the infamous Drift Protocol breach that drained over $280 million. By Aliyu Pokima Published April 2, 2026 20:56 UTC (1h ago) |
 | Outflows Return for Bitcoin ETFs With $174 Million Exit
Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) fell back into outflows after two days of gains, dragging ether along with them. XRP also declined, while solana ETFs remained inactive. Ether Sees Renewed Selling as Bitcoin ETFs Lose $174 Million The early-week rebound for crypto ETFs did not last long. After two days of steady inflows, crypto ETFs turned […] By Emmanuel Musa Published April 2, 2026 20:51 UTC (1h ago) |
 | Riot Platforms Sells $289M in Bitcoin as Mining Output Drops 4% in Q1
RIOT sold 3,778 BTC at $76,626 average while Q1 production fell to 1,473 coins. Hash rate jumped 26% but treasury shrinks 18% as miners pivot toward AI. (Read More)Published April 2, 2026 20:48 UTC (1h ago) |
 | USS ford prepares to rejoin operations near Iran
The USS Ford's deployment signals potential regional instability, influencing market expectations of increased military engagement. The post USS ford prepares to rejoin operations near Iran appeared first on Crypto Briefing. By Estefano Gomez Published April 2, 2026 20:47 UTC (1h ago) |
 | Bitcoin as Collateral: The Emerging Institutional Yield Layer
For most of its existence, Bitcoin has been treated by institutional capital as a one-dimensional asset: you buy it, you hold it, and you wait By Adrian Barkley Published April 2, 2026 20:45 UTC (1h ago) |
 | Iran warns ceasefire may aid US regrouping; USS ford returns to sea
Rising skepticism and distrust hinder diplomatic progress, complicating potential US-Iran peace efforts and impacting geopolitical stability. The post Iran warns ceasefire may aid US regrouping; USS ford returns to sea appeared first on Crypto Briefing. By Estefano Gomez Published April 2, 2026 20:43 UTC (1h ago) |
 | Iran’s armed forces warn ceasefire could aid US regrouping
Iran's skepticism over ceasefire talks highlights geopolitical tensions, impacting market confidence and complicating diplomatic efforts. The post Iran’s armed forces warn ceasefire could aid US regrouping appeared first on Crypto Briefing. By Estefano Gomez Published April 2, 2026 20:43 UTC (1h ago) |
 | NVIDIA Nsight Tools Slash Vision AI Decode Times by 85% in New VC-6 Batch Mode
NVIDIA's optimized VC-6 batch mode achieves submillisecond 4K image decoding, delivering up to 85% faster per-image processing for AI training pipelines. (Read More)Published April 2, 2026 20:40 UTC (1h ago) |
 | XRP’s longest slump in a decade collides with Ripple’s $13 trillion institutional push
XRP is in its deepest losing streak in more than a decade, even as Ripple aggressively expands into corporate finance and institutional infrastructure. The disconnect is forcing a key market question: why isn’t that momentum showing up in price? XRP price is in its longest losing streak since 2014, a slide that has left one […] The post XRP’s... By Oluwapelumi Adejumo Published April 2, 2026 20:35 UTC (1h ago) |
 | Polymarket expands into equities and commodities with Pyth price feeds
The prediction market is introducing price-based contracts tied to stocks and commodities, using Pyth data feeds as the "resolution source" to automatically settle outcomes. By Nate Kostar Published April 2, 2026 20:34 UTC (1h ago) |
 | OpenAI Closes Record $122B Round at $852B Valuation, Eyes AI Superapp
OpenAI secures $122 billion in funding at $852B valuation, backed by Amazon, NVIDIA, SoftBank. Revenue hits $2B monthly as company builds unified AI superapp. (Read More)Published April 2, 2026 20:31 UTC (1h ago) |
 | XRP’s Market Is Going Quiet. Find Out If That Is A Warning Or An Opportunity
XRP is struggling to hold current support levels. The market is uncertain. And beneath the price, the structure that would normally cushion a sell-off has quietly thinned to one of its weakest readings in recent memory. Related Reading: Chainlink Is Being Quietly Targeted By Large Players. Find Out What The On-Chain Data Is Showing An […] By Sebastian Villafuerte Published April 2, 2026 20:30 UTC (1h ago) |
 | CFTC sues 3 states over prediction market regulatory authority
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission claims it "first officially recognized" event contracts in 1992 and that Congress has granted it sole authority over the market. By Vince Quill Published April 2, 2026 20:21 UTC (1h ago) |
 | Iran hints at reopening Strait of Hormuz, ceasefire odds drop
Iran's potential move could ease tensions, but skepticism persists, impacting market confidence and highlighting geopolitical uncertainties. The post Iran hints at reopening Strait of Hormuz, ceasefire odds drop appeared first on Crypto Briefing. By Estefano Gomez Published April 2, 2026 20:20 UTC (1h ago) |
 | X mulls new rules for first-time crypto posts amid tortoise scam
An executive said the social media platform could lock accounts mentioning crypto for the first time and require verification after a scammer faked reports of a tortoise's death. By Turner Wright Published April 2, 2026 20:15 UTC (1h ago) |
 | Ethereum Price Prediction: Pepeto Raises Above $8.1M While ETH Drops Below $2,100 and SOL Faces Pressure
Google just warned that quantum computers could crack Bitcoin’s encryption in roughly nine minutes, a finding that rattled the crypto market this week. Ethereum and Solana are both losing ground for different reasons, and the ethereum price prediction shows limited recovery while traders weigh growing risks. The real question is where smart money... By PR PR Published April 2, 2026 20:06 UTC (1h ago) |
 | KuCoin picked for Nigeria’s virtual asset pilot as sole global exchange
The Central Bank of Nigeria has launched a pilot supervisory program for Virtual Asset Service Providers and selected a first cohort of six entities, with KuCoin standing out as the only global crypto exchange on the list. According to local… By Andrew Folkler Published April 2, 2026 20:00 UTC (2h ago) |
| Ripple Reveals Economic Impact of Its Donation
A newly released report reveals that the initial crypto contribution allowed AOF to unlock and deploy capital that funded 905 individual loans for underserved small business owners.. By Alex Dovbnya Published April 2, 2026 19:57 UTC (2h ago) |
 | Circle targets wrapped Bitcoin market with new cirBTC product
Circle unveiled cirBTC, a wrapped Bitcoin product backed 1:1 by BTC, as it expands beyond USDC into DeFi and tokenized markets. The post Circle targets wrapped Bitcoin market with new cirBTC product appeared first on Crypto Briefing. By Estefano Gomez Published April 2, 2026 19:52 UTC (2h ago) |
 | Why Team Identity Checks Are Becoming the Baseline Before Any New Crypto Investment
The age of anonymous founders in the crypto space is fading fast as investors are no longer impressed by flashy slogans or vague promises of “going to the moon.” Instead, they want to know who’s actually building the project: real names, accountability, and a clear understanding of who’s behind the code and the money. In […] By Felix Mollen Published April 2, 2026 19:47 UTC (2h ago) |
| Circle Introduces cirBTC Backed by Onchain BTC Reserves
TLDR Circle has introduced cirBTC as a wrapped bitcoin product backed by native BTC reserves. Each cirBTC token will be fully collateralized and verifiable onchain in real time. Circle stated that it will not rely on third-party attestations or opaque custodians. The company will launch cirBTC first on Ethereum and its Arc blockchain. Circle... By Maxwell Mutuma Published April 2, 2026 19:44 UTC (2h ago) |
 | Trump’s ‘Stone Age’ Rhetoric Triggers $440M Crypto Wipeout as Bitcoin Slips Below $66,000
Bitcoin fell below $66,000 after Trump’s aggressive rhetoric on Iran, reversing gains from the prior day’s more conciliatory remarks. Analysts warn that bitcoin now acts as a barometer of risk, with $65,500 marked as a critical support level that could unleash cascading liquidations if breached. Market Volatility and Liquidations For the second... By Terence Zimwara Published April 2, 2026 19:39 UTC (2h ago) |
 | Three Macro Signals Align for Altcoins: But Is It Alt Season?
The ISM Manufacturing PMI has cleared 52 for 3 straight months, but a genuine alt season requires it to push past 55. By Wayne Jones Published April 2, 2026 19:35 UTC (2h ago) |
| Elon Musk’s X to Auto-Lock First-Time Crypto Mentions
TLDR Elon Musk’s X will auto-lock accounts that mention cryptocurrency for the first time. The platform will require additional verification before restoring posting access. Head of Product Nikita Bier said the feature aims to remove the incentive behind crypto phishing attacks. The move follows user reports of hijacked accounts promoting scam... By Maxwell Mutuma Published April 2, 2026 19:33 UTC (2h ago) |
 | Bitcoin Price Headed To $120,000? Why This analyst Thinks It’s A Good Time To Buy
Crypto analyst Minga has predicted that the Bitcoin price could rally past $120,000 to a new all-time high (ATH) of $190,000 in the next bull cycle. The analyst also indicated that now is a good time to buy as BTC approaches a bottom. Analyst Gives Buy Signal as Bitcoin Price Approaches Bottom In an X post, Minga said that the Bitcoin price is... By Scott Matherson Published April 2, 2026 19:30 UTC (2h ago) |
 | Iran threatens long-term strait closure as US plans tariffs
Iran's strategic escalation and US economic measures heighten geopolitical tensions, impacting global markets and ceasefire prospects. The post Iran threatens long-term strait closure as US plans tariffs appeared first on Crypto Briefing. By Estefano Gomez Published April 2, 2026 19:29 UTC (2h ago) |
| Former CFTC Chair Chris Giancarlo Urges Banks to Back Clarity Act
TLDR Former CFTC Chairman Chris Giancarlo said banks need the Clarity Act more than crypto firms. Giancarlo stated that crypto companies can move offshore and continue building their platforms. He explained that banks cannot relocate abroad and must operate under US regulations. Giancarlo said banks need clear digital asset rules to stay... By Maxwell Mutuma Published April 2, 2026 19:23 UTC (2h ago) |
 | X to roll out auto-lock feature for first-time crypto mentions
X plans to auto-lock and verify first-time crypto mentions as Head of Product Nikita Bier says the move could curb phishing scams on X. The post X to roll out auto-lock feature for first-time crypto mentions appeared first on Crypto Briefing. By Estefano Gomez Published April 2, 2026 19:21 UTC (2h ago) |
 | Polymarket Brings TradFi Markets to Prediction Trading With Pyth Integration
Polymarket has integrated Pyth Network as the resolution source for a new category of traditional asset markets on its prediction platform, giving traders a data-backed way to speculate on U.S. equities, commodities, and exchange-traded funds (ETFs). Pyth Terminal Goes Live as Polymarket Adds Daily Close Markets for U.S. Stocks The partnership,... By Jamie Redman Published April 2, 2026 19:20 UTC (2h ago) |
| $1B Ethereum Derivatives Sell-Off Follows Trump Remarks
TLDR Ethereum derivatives recorded more than $1 billion in sell volume within one hour after Trump’s speech on Iran. Ethereum’s price fell over 4% as traders increased short positions in the derivatives market. Binance accounted for nearly $968 million of the total Ethereum derivatives sell activity. The S&P 500 lost about $500 billion in market... By Maxwell Mutuma Published April 2, 2026 19:13 UTC (2h ago) |
 | Fireblocks Targets AI Agent Infrastructure Gap in Institutional Finance
Fireblocks outlines why AI agents executing B2B payments need purpose-built infrastructure beyond standard LLM capabilities for compliance and asset custody. (Read More)Published April 2, 2026 19:12 UTC (2h ago) |
 | Odds of US forces entering Iran by april 30 rise to 63% after trump’s speech
Increased odds of US forces entering Iran could escalate geopolitical tensions, impacting global markets and international relations. The post Odds of US forces entering Iran by april 30 rise to 63% after trump’s speech appeared first on Crypto Briefing. By Estefano Gomez Published April 2, 2026 19:09 UTC (2h ago) |
| Ripple Completes 700M XRP Escrow Lock for April
TLDR Ripple re-locked 700 million XRP into its escrow account on April 1, 2026. The company returned the tokens in two transactions of 500 million and 200 million XRP. Ripple retained 300 million XRP, increasing the circulating supply. On-chain data showed 33.344 billion XRP remained in escrow after the update. XRP price fell by more [...] The... By Maxwell Mutuma Published April 2, 2026 19:02 UTC (2h ago) |
 | Bitcoin Under Pressure As Selling Pressure Refuses To Ease In Sideways Market Conditions
For the past few days, the price of Bitcoin has been hovering between the $70,000 and $64,000 range, with no definite trajectory within the period. Despite the lack of direction in price, selling activity has continued across the market, effectively putting robust pressure on the leading cryptocurrency asset. Persistent Selling Activity Weighs on... By Godspower Owie Published April 2, 2026 19:00 UTC (3h ago) |
 | Fundrise’s VCX fund to tokenize shares on Kraken’s xStocks
Technology investment platform Fundrise is partnering with crypto exchange Kraken to tokenize shares of its Fundrise Innovation Fund VCX, according to reporting from Crowdfund Insider. The deal will see the publicly listed VCX vehicle, which trades on the NYSE, wrapped… By Andrew Folkler Published April 2, 2026 19:00 UTC (3h ago) |
 | Jordan calls for arab defense treaty activation amid US-Iran tensions
Jordan's call for activating the Arab defense treaty may escalate regional military alliances, complicating US-Iran peace efforts. The post Jordan calls for arab defense treaty activation amid US-Iran tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing. By Estefano Gomez Published April 2, 2026 18:59 UTC (3h ago) |
| USDC Maker Finally Launching Wrapped Bitcoin Token
Circle, the fintech heavyweight behind the widely adopted USDC stablecoin, is making a major play to bring the world's largest cryptocurrency into the decentralized finance (DeFi) ecosystem. By Alex Dovbnya Published April 2, 2026 18:59 UTC (3h ago) |
 | Asprofin Bank Partners with RRP Electronics as Tier-One Contractor for Expansive Data Center Initiative
ROSEAU, Dominica, April 02, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — A strategic alliance has been formalized between... By Globe PRwire Published April 2, 2026 18:59 UTC (3h ago) |
| CFTC and DOJ Sue Illinois Over Prediction Market Crackdown
TLDR The CFTC and the Department of Justice filed a lawsuit against Illinois over its action against prediction markets. Federal regulators argue that the Commodity Exchange Act gives the CFTC exclusive authority over event contracts. Illinois sent cease-and-desist letters to platforms including Kalshi, Robinhood, and Crypto.com in 2025. The CFTC... By Maxwell Mutuma Published April 2, 2026 18:49 UTC (3h ago) |
 | XRP Ledger addresses hit all-time high, up 3.3% in Q1 2026
The XRP Ledger (XRPL), which uses XRP as its native token, has experienced a steady growth in addresses during the … Continue reading The post XRP Ledger addresses hit all-time high, up 3.3% in Q1 2026 appeared first on Finbold. By Steve Muchoki Published April 2, 2026 18:44 UTC (3h ago) |
| Amazon (AMZN) Shares Slide After Implementing 3.5% Surcharge on Marketplace Sellers
Amazon (AMZN) stock drops 0.89% after unveiling 3.5% fuel surcharge for third-party sellers, effective April 17, as Iran war pushes oil prices higher. The post Amazon (AMZN) Shares Slide After Implementing 3.5% Surcharge on Marketplace Sellers appeared first on Blockonomi. By Trader Edge Published April 2, 2026 18:41 UTC (3h ago) |
| Top 3 Magnificent 7 Stocks to Buy: Alphabet (GOOGL), Microsoft (MSFT), and Amazon (AMZN) Lead the Pack
Alphabet (GOOGL), Microsoft (MSFT), and Amazon (AMZN) lead the Magnificent 7 stocks with AI growth, cloud strength, and compelling valuations for 2025. The post Top 3 Magnificent 7 Stocks to Buy: Alphabet (GOOGL), Microsoft (MSFT), and Amazon (AMZN) Lead the Pack appeared first on Blockonomi. By Trader Edge Published April 2, 2026 18:40 UTC (3h ago) |
| Arthur Hayes Reacts as Drift Hack Hits Solana
TLDR Arthur Hayes questioned whether native multisig wallets on Solana could have prevented the Drift Protocol hack. Early investigations showed that attackers compromised administrative access rather than exploiting smart contract code. Solana leaders stated that human weaknesses and operational security gaps enabled the breach. Drift Protocol... By Maxwell Mutuma Published April 2, 2026 18:37 UTC (3h ago) |
| Ray 2.55 Adds Fault Tolerance for Large-Scale AI Model Deployments
Anyscale's Ray Serve LLM update enables DP group fault tolerance for vLLM WideEP deployments, reducing downtime risk for distributed AI inference systems. (Read More)Published April 2, 2026 18:35 UTC (3h ago) |
 | Vitalik Buterin Quietly Burns Memecoins In April Fools’ Clean-Up
Ethereum's flamboyant founder gets rid of a bunch of barely-known memes as a part of a regular 'quality control' routine. Continue reading at DailyCoin. By Samantha Diamo Published April 2, 2026 18:29 UTC (3h ago) |
 | Here’s why bitcoin’s drop below $68,000 raises the risk of a crash under $60,000
The negative gamma zone below $68,000 can trigger a self-reinforcing sell-off, leading to an ever larger slump. By Omkar Godbole Published April 2, 2026 18:27 UTC (3h ago) |
 | Open AI Models Match Frontier Performance at 90% Lower Cost
LangChain benchmarks show GLM-5 and MiniMax M2.7 now rival Claude and GPT on agent tasks while cutting costs from $250/day to $12/day for high-volume applications. (Read More)Published April 2, 2026 18:27 UTC (3h ago) |
 | Ether at risk of new 2026 lows if bulls fail to turn $2.4K into support
Fresh lows below $1,736 could be in store for Ether price if bulls fail to hold the altcoin’s price above an important ascending trendline. By Biraajmaan Tamuly Published April 2, 2026 18:25 UTC (3h ago) |
| IMF Report Calls Stablecoins Weak Point in Tokenization
TLDR The IMF states that tokenization replaces core financial architecture rather than improving existing systems. The report identifies stablecoins as the weakest link within the tokenized financial structure. Stablecoin transaction volume reached $1.8 trillion per month by early 2026. The IMF says 97% of stablecoins are denominated in U.S.... By Maxwell Mutuma Published April 2, 2026 18:23 UTC (3h ago) |
 | CFTC and DOJ Sue 3 States as Jurisdiction Battle Raises Stakes for Prediction Markets
Federal authorities have launched a coordinated legal offensive to cement control over prediction markets, challenging state interventions and raising the stakes for how event contracts are governed across U.S. derivatives markets. CFTC-DOJ Lawsuits Target State Control Over Prediction Markets Authority The Commodity Futures Trading Commission... By Kevin Helms Published April 2, 2026 18:15 UTC (3h ago) |
| Airline Stocks Tumble as Trump’s Iran War Comments Spark Jet Fuel Cost Concerns
United Airlines (UAL) and Southwest (LUV) stocks fell sharply as Trump's Iran war comments and 70% jet fuel price surge weigh on airline sector outlook. The post Airline Stocks Tumble as Trump’s Iran War Comments Spark Jet Fuel Cost Concerns appeared first on Blockonomi. By Trader Edge Published April 2, 2026 18:12 UTC (3h ago) |
| Sidus Space (SIDU) Stock Soars 44% on LizzieSat-3 Revenue and Strong Cash Position
Sidus Space (SIDU) stock jumps 44% after reporting $43.2M cash, LizzieSat-3 operational revenue, and major defense pipeline expansion in FY2025 results. The post Sidus Space (SIDU) Stock Soars 44% on LizzieSat-3 Revenue and Strong Cash Position appeared first on Blockonomi. By Trader Edge Published April 2, 2026 18:12 UTC (3h ago) |
 | 3Commas Unveils QuantPilot, Targeting Retail Traders With Institutional-Style AI Tools
3Commas launches QuantPilot, an AI-powered crypto trading platform enabling users to build, test, and deploy quantitative strategies without coding. Early access now open for advanced traders. By Crypto Daily Published April 2, 2026 18:11 UTC (3h ago) |
| Ripple Prime Wins BBB Grade as Kroll Notes Backing
TLDR Kroll assigned Ripple Prime a BBB issuer rating, placing it at the lowest investment-grade tier. The agency cited strong financial backing from Ripple Labs as a key credit strength. Ripple Prime became profitable in 2025 after significant capital support from its parent company. Kroll noted that revenue remains concentrated in derivatives... By Maxwell Mutuma Published April 2, 2026 18:08 UTC (3h ago) |
 | Alabama Gives DAOs Legal Standing, Bets On On-Chain Governance
New Alabama state law puts fully-regulated decentralized autonomous organizations in motion, following Wyoming. Continue reading at DailyCoin. By Samantha Diamo Published April 2, 2026 18:07 UTC (3h ago) |
 | Trump’s speech signals ongoing conflict, dims ceasefire chances
Trump's speech exacerbates geopolitical tensions, undermining short-term diplomatic efforts and impacting market confidence in conflict resolution. The post Trump’s speech signals ongoing conflict, dims ceasefire chances appeared first on Crypto Briefing. By Estefano Gomez Published April 2, 2026 18:06 UTC (3h ago) |
| Airline Stocks Tumble as United (UAL) and Southwest (LUV) Face Soaring Jet Fuel Crisis
United Airlines (UAL) dropped 3.2% and Southwest (LUV) fell 2.3% as concerns mount over prolonged high jet fuel costs from the Iran conflict. The post Airline Stocks Tumble as United (UAL) and Southwest (LUV) Face Soaring Jet Fuel Crisis appeared first on Blockonomi. By Trader Edge Published April 2, 2026 18:04 UTC (3h ago) |
 | Reserve assets face new test as sanctions risk pushes Bitcoin into policy debate
A recent paper by the Bitcoin Policy Institute on Taiwan opens with a familiar argument that the country's reserves are overconcentrated in dollars. Gold underperforms its potential, and Bitcoin could complement both. Readers who stop there miss the more consequential claim buried in the blockade-and-invasion framework on pages 5 through 7, where... By Gino Matos Published April 2, 2026 18:00 UTC (4h ago) |
 | How Crypto Founders Build Authority With Media PR
How do crypto founders gain media authority? Explore proven PR strategies, real case results, and what to expect from a crypto PR agency. By Crypto Daily Published April 2, 2026 18:00 UTC (4h ago) |
 | Pundit Predicts How Long It Will Take For The XRP Price To Reach $20
The XRP price reaching $20 may take several years, according to a market pundit who recently outlined a long-range roadmap for the digital asset. His projection places the milestone near the end of the decade while suggesting the current market phase could still present opportunities before the next major expansion begins. XRP Price Path To $20 By... By Sandra White Published April 2, 2026 18:00 UTC (4h ago) |
 | Hyperliquid whales sit on $3.4B in positions as longs edge shorts
According to real-time data from analytics platform Coinglass, large traders on perpetual DEX Hyperliquid currently hold a combined $3.4 billion in notional positions across the venue. Of that, $1.737 billion is in long positions, accounting for 51.08% of whale exposure,… By Andrew Folkler Published April 2, 2026 18:00 UTC (4h ago) |
| MSTR Stock Keeps Falling as MSTY’s Huge Yield Sparks a New Debate
TLDR MSTR stock remains under pressure as Bitcoin continues trading in a tight range. Strategy faces added risk because its share count keeps rising through continued dilution. The company’s net asset value has dropped below 1, removing a key support for the stock. MSTY has gained attention because it offers an unusually high yield tied [...] The... By Maxwell Mutuma Published April 2, 2026 17:56 UTC (4h ago) |
 | Evostock Continues to Offer Trading Features for Global Investors
Santiago, Chile – April 4, 2026 Evostock.com continues to provide a range of trading... By Globe PRwire Published April 2, 2026 17:50 UTC (4h ago) |
 | Circle Reveals Wrapped Bitcoin Product With Real-Time Onchain Reserve Verification
Circle announced cirBTC, a new wrapped bitcoin token backed 1:1 by native BTC, designed to give institutional users verifiable, onchain exposure to bitcoin across decentralized finance ( DeFi) and traditional finance (TradFi). Circle Expands Beyond Stablecoins With cirBTC Wrapped Bitcoin Product The company, best known as the issuer of USDC,... By Jamie Redman Published April 2, 2026 17:45 UTC (4h ago) |
 | Bitcoin Net Realized Losses Worsen 60% Weekly to -$410M
A recovery signal will require STH SOPR to return above 1.0 and Net Realized P/L to simultaneously turn positive. By Wayne Jones Published April 2, 2026 17:44 UTC (4h ago) |
 | Cifra Markets review: A regulated gateway to crypto trading
Cifra Markets aims to bring regulated, transparent access to crypto in a $2.55 trillion global market. At the time of writing, the global cryptocurrency market is a $2.55 trillion market, yet millions of users still lack access to a regulated,… By Samuel Msiska Published April 2, 2026 17:44 UTC (4h ago) |
 | XRP Makes History Again With ZK Privacy Transactions, Here’s The Update
Crypto pundit Pumpius has drawn attention to the launch of ZK privacy transactions on the XRP Ledger. He noted that this is a historic moment for the network and XRP, as the altcoin gains new utility. XRP Makes History With ZK Privacy Transactions In an X post, Pumpius stated that history has been made with […] By Scott Matherson Published April 2, 2026 17:30 UTC (4h ago) |
 | x402 joins Linux Foundation with backing from Google, Stripe, AWS
Coinbase’s x402 protocol has formally joined the Linux Foundation, with the goal of turning its AI-focused payments stack into an open, standardized layer for internet-native transactions, according to reporting from CoinDesk. Designed to embed stablecoin payments directly into the HTTP… By Dorian Batycka Published April 2, 2026 17:30 UTC (4h ago) |
 | PR Tools That Help You Choose Media Outlets Without Guesswork
Discover the best PR tools that help you choose media outlets without guesswork. Learn how platforms like Outset Media Index bring data-driven precision to media planning. By Crypto Daily Published April 2, 2026 17:20 UTC (4h ago) |
 | HBAR Scores 4th In Crypto ETFs Ahead Of Major Price Test
Most analysts aren’t assured of Hedera’s local bottom, but ETF data shows big-timers quietly acquired throughout March. Continue reading at DailyCoin. By Tadas Klimasevskis Published April 2, 2026 17:18 UTC (4h ago) |
 | Binance Commits $500K to Ukraine Digital Resilience Lab for Web3 Development
Binance partners with Ukraine's Ministry of Digital Transformation and Lviv IT Cluster, pledging $500K to establish Digital Resilience Lab for Web3 ecosystem growth. (Read More)Published April 2, 2026 17:16 UTC (4h ago) |
 | Polymarket taps Pyth to power stock, commodity, and index prediction markets
Polymarket leverages Pyth's oracle for precise pricing in prediction markets, enhancing asset trading with verified data integration. The post Polymarket taps Pyth to power stock, commodity, and index prediction markets appeared first on Crypto Briefing. By Estefano Gomez Published April 2, 2026 17:10 UTC (4h ago) |
| Coinbase (COIN) Stock Secures Preliminary Federal Trust Charter Approval from OCC
Coinbase (COIN) stock gains conditional OCC approval for federal trust charter covering custody and infrastructure, not retail deposits or traditional banking. The post Coinbase (COIN) Stock Secures Preliminary Federal Trust Charter Approval from OCC appeared first on Blockonomi. By Trader Edge Published April 2, 2026 17:09 UTC (4h ago) |
| NVIDIA GH200 Hits 4.6 Microsecond Latency in Trading Benchmark
NVIDIA's Grace Hopper Superchip achieves record single-digit microsecond inference times in STAC-ML benchmark, challenging FPGA dominance in algorithmic trading. (Read More)Published April 2, 2026 17:08 UTC (4h ago) |
| Delta Air Lines (DAL) Stock Gains Despite Price Target Reductions and Major Insider Selling
Delta Air Lines (DAL) stock jumped 2.1% on Amazon satellite news, but analysts cut price targets and insiders sold $44M in shares. Full analysis here. The post Delta Air Lines (DAL) Stock Gains Despite Price Target Reductions and Major Insider Selling appeared first on Blockonomi. By Trader Edge Published April 2, 2026 17:02 UTC (4h ago) |
| Blue Owl Capital (OWL) Stock Plunges 5.4% Amid $5.4B Withdrawal Wave from Private Credit Funds
Blue Owl Capital (OWL) stock fell 5.4% after $5.4B in redemption requests hit its private-credit funds. OWL is now down over 40% year-to-date. The post Blue Owl Capital (OWL) Stock Plunges 5.4% Amid $5.4B Withdrawal Wave from Private Credit Funds appeared first on Blockonomi. By Trader Edge Published April 2, 2026 17:01 UTC (4h ago) |
| Space Sector Showdown: Comparing Rocket Lab (RKLB), Intuitive Machines (LUNR), and Planet Labs (PL)
Compare Rocket Lab (RKLB), Intuitive Machines (LUNR), and Planet Labs (PL) space stocks: revenue growth, backlog analysis, and Wall Street ratings. The post Space Sector Showdown: Comparing Rocket Lab (RKLB), Intuitive Machines (LUNR), and Planet Labs (PL) appeared first on Blockonomi. By Trader Edge Published April 2, 2026 17:00 UTC (5h ago) |
 | From Inbox to Income: W3.io is Building the Digital Rails That Lead Creators to Bitcoin
A roundtable with Porter Stowell (CEO, W3.io), Audie Sheridan (CTO, W3.io), Brian Freeman (CEO, Creatorland), and Giancarlo Roma (Senior Business Development Associate, Ava Labs) The creator economy is now a $250 billion industry – and it is still accelerating at four times the rate of U.S. GDP growth. But for most creators, that headline figure... By Media Published April 2, 2026 17:00 UTC (5h ago) |
 | YZi Labs doubles down on Predict.fun after $1.8B volume surge
YZi Labs has announced a strategic additional investment in prediction market platform Predict.fun following the second season of its EASY Residency program, according to an official update from the firm. The follow‑on round brings in Susquehanna Crypto, the digital asset… By Andrew Folkler Published April 2, 2026 17:00 UTC (5h ago) |
| NVIDIA Optimizes Google Gemma 4 for Edge AI Deployment Across Hardware Stack
NVIDIA announces full support for Google's Gemma 4 multimodal AI models across Blackwell, Jetson, and RTX platforms, enabling enterprise-grade local deployment. (Read More)Published April 2, 2026 16:59 UTC (5h ago) |
 | SoFi expands into institutional finance with integrated crypto services
The new platform enables companies to hold funds, move money and settle transactions in fiat or crypto within a single regulated system. By Nate Kostar Published April 2, 2026 16:56 UTC (5h ago) |
 | Oil reversal and crowded shorts keep crypto traders on edge
Crypto markets face volatility due to heavy short positions and long-term holder selling, despite oil price changes easing inflation concerns. The post Oil reversal and crowded shorts keep crypto traders on edge appeared first on Crypto Briefing. By Estefano Gomez Published April 2, 2026 16:56 UTC (5h ago) |
 | Circle took no action during Drift Protocol attack, says investigator
Circle's inaction during the Drift Protocol attack raises concerns about centralized stablecoin reliability and regulatory oversight effectiveness. The post Circle took no action during Drift Protocol attack, says investigator appeared first on Crypto Briefing. By Estefano Gomez Published April 2, 2026 16:55 UTC (5h ago) |
 | Beyond the Term Sheet: What Founders Should Expect from Crypto Venture Funds in 2026
Raising capital is often treated as the finish line. The 2026 reality is that, for crypto teams, it is the starting point. Funding matters, of course, as it gives a project the resources to hire, build, and grow. But in crypto, capital alone rarely creates momentum. Markets move fast, product cycles are compressed, communities form […] By Jordan Hristov Published April 2, 2026 16:51 UTC (5h ago) |
 | Dogecoin (DOGE) Could be on the Verge of a Huge Move: Crash or Rally Comes Next?
"If history rhymes, DOGE could be gearing up for a massive breakout," one analyst stated. By Dimitar Dzhondzhorov Published April 2, 2026 16:48 UTC (5h ago) |
 | Iran’s largest bridge collapses amid crisis
The bridge collapse highlights Iran's infrastructure vulnerabilities, but market sentiment suggests limited immediate impact on regime stability. The post Iran’s largest bridge collapses amid crisis appeared first on Crypto Briefing. By Estefano Gomez Published April 2, 2026 16:42 UTC (5h ago) |
 | Trump urges Iran to make a deal before it is too late
Trump's diplomatic push may reduce military tensions, influencing market expectations and fostering potential regional stability shifts. The post Trump urges Iran to make a deal before it is too late appeared first on Crypto Briefing. By Estefano Gomez Published April 2, 2026 16:41 UTC (5h ago) |
 | Bitcoin miner Soluna acquires $53M wind farm to power AI facility
Soluna expanded into artificial intelligence in 2024 to shore up declining revenues from its crypto mining business, mirroring an industry-wide shift toward AI workloads. By Vince Quill Published April 2, 2026 16:37 UTC (5h ago) |
| Robinhood (HOOD) Stock Faces Wave of Analyst Downgrades Amid Slowing Trading Volumes
Robinhood (HOOD) stock faces analyst downgrades as Needham, Compass Point cut targets after March showed declining trading volumes across equities and crypto. The post Robinhood (HOOD) Stock Faces Wave of Analyst Downgrades Amid Slowing Trading Volumes appeared first on Blockonomi. By Trader Edge Published April 2, 2026 16:35 UTC (5h ago) |
| Intuitive Machines (LUNR) Stock Soars 17% Following Major NASA Lunar Contract Award
Intuitive Machines (LUNR) stock jumped 16.9% to a 52-week high after securing a $180.4M NASA contract for the IM-5 lunar mission to the South Pole. The post Intuitive Machines (LUNR) Stock Soars 17% Following Major NASA Lunar Contract Award appeared first on Blockonomi. By Trader Edge Published April 2, 2026 16:35 UTC (5h ago) |
| Transocean (RIG) Stock Jumps 6.5% on Billion-Dollar Contract Win and Debt Reduction
Transocean (RIG) stock surged 6.5% Thursday after securing approximately $1B in new drilling contracts and retiring $358M in debt obligations. The post Transocean (RIG) Stock Jumps 6.5% on Billion-Dollar Contract Win and Debt Reduction appeared first on Blockonomi. By Trader Edge Published April 2, 2026 16:34 UTC (5h ago) |
 | Iran’s mobarakeh plant halts production, tensions spike in Strait of Hormuz
Rising tensions and halted production signal increased geopolitical instability, impacting global markets and diplomatic efforts in the region. The post Iran’s mobarakeh plant halts production, tensions spike in Strait of Hormuz appeared first on Crypto Briefing. By Estefano Gomez Published April 2, 2026 16:33 UTC (5h ago) |
 | Bitcoin Weakens While Oil Climbs After Trump Signals Continued Iran Strikes
Crude oil climbed back above $100 a barrel and Bitcoin slipped as US President Donald Trump used a White House address to say the military campaign in Iran was close to wrapping up, while also warning that more strikes could come in the next two to three weeks. Related Reading: Bitcoin Ends 5-Month Losing Run — Real Reversal Or Just April Fool’s... By Christian Encila Published April 2, 2026 16:30 UTC (5h ago) |
 | Polymarket traders now price 65% odds WTI hits $120 in 2026
Polymarket traders now put a 65% chance on WTI crude hitting $120 at some point in 2026, as Middle East tensions and supply fears drive a rapid repricing of oil risk. Prediction platform Polymarket is currently assigning a 65% chance… By Dorian Batycka Published April 2, 2026 16:30 UTC (5h ago) |
 | Coinbase Secures Conditional Approval for US National Trust Charter
Coinbase has managed to obtain a conditional approval for a US national trust charter. By George Georgiev Published April 2, 2026 16:29 UTC (5h ago) |
 | Inside Altura’s Bet on On-Chain Gold Arbitrage for Retail Investors
As volatility returns to gold markets, a new DeFi protocol is attempting to modernise one of commodities trading’s most opaque but profitable strategies. By CryptoDaily Published April 2, 2026 16:28 UTC (5h ago) |
 | Coinbase Joins Ripple, Circle With Conditional OCC National Trust Charter Approval
Coinbase has received conditional approval from the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) for a national trust company charter, the company announced Thursday. Coinbase Moves Closer to Federal Crypto Custody With OCC Approval According to a Bloomberg report, the OCC granted the preliminary green light to Coinbase National Trust Company,... By Jamie Redman Published April 2, 2026 16:25 UTC (5h ago) |
 | CFTC sues Illinois, Arizona, Connecticut over states' sports prediction market efforts
The CFTC argued in a lawsuit that the Commodity Exchange Act gave it "exclusive jurisdiction" over all swaps, which include prediction markets. By Nikhilesh De Published April 2, 2026 16:24 UTC (5h ago) |
 | Iran’s oversight proposal in Strait of Hormuz drops ceasefire odds
Iran's actions in the Strait of Hormuz heighten geopolitical tensions, impacting ceasefire probabilities and market expectations for conflict resolution. The post Iran’s oversight proposal in Strait of Hormuz drops ceasefire odds appeared first on Crypto Briefing. By Estefano Gomez Published April 2, 2026 16:24 UTC (5h ago) |
 | Predict.fun lands YZi Labs and Susquehanna Crypto investment to scale BNB Chain prediction markets
Predict.fun secures backing from YZi Labs and Susquehanna Crypto as it scales BNB Chain prediction markets. The post Predict.fun lands YZi Labs and Susquehanna Crypto investment to scale BNB Chain prediction markets appeared first on Crypto Briefing. By Estefano Gomez Published April 2, 2026 16:22 UTC (5h ago) |
 | Omani LNG carrier attempts transit through Strait of Hormuz
The LNG carrier's transit attempt signals potential diplomatic progress, influencing market optimism for a US-Iran ceasefire resolution. The post Omani LNG carrier attempts transit through Strait of Hormuz appeared first on Crypto Briefing. By Estefano Gomez Published April 2, 2026 16:21 UTC (5h ago) |
 | Texas Firm Suffers Cybersecurity Breach As Names, Social Security Details, Phone Numbers, Full-Face Photos and Other Data Exposed
Hundreds of thousands of Americans are being warned after a Texas-based healthcare firm suffered a major cybersecurity incident. In a new filing with the Office of the Maine Attorney General, Nacogdoches Memorial Hospital says 257,073 people are affected by a data breach that allowed an “unauthorized party” to access its computer network and... By Henry Kanapi Published April 2, 2026 16:20 UTC (5h ago) |
 | Coinbase wins initial bank regulator nod for trust charter, boosting custody push
Coinbase’s conditional OCC approval moves it closer to operating as a federally regulated crypto custodian, pending compliance and final review. By Helene Braun Published April 2, 2026 16:18 UTC (5h ago) |
 | Iran shoots down chinese drone, hits bahrain cloud center
Iran's military actions suggest regime stability, impacting market perceptions and reducing the likelihood of imminent political collapse. The post Iran shoots down chinese drone, hits bahrain cloud center appeared first on Crypto Briefing. By Estefano Gomez Published April 2, 2026 16:12 UTC (5h ago) |
 | XRP Slides Deeper Into Danger Zone as Market Weakness Accelerates Despite Ripple Strength
XRP slides deeper into bearish territory as selling pressure builds and key support levels weaken, reinforcing a sustained downtrend and fragile market structure, while Ripple advances institutional growth and enterprise adoption, underscoring longer-term ecosystem resilience. XRP Price Trend Weakens as Bearish Structure Tightens At 12:09 p.m. on... By Kevin Helms Published April 2, 2026 16:12 UTC (5h ago) |
 | Coinbase Receives Conditional OCC Approval to Form National Trust Company
Bitcoin Magazine Coinbase Receives Conditional OCC Approval to Form National Trust Company Coinbase has received conditional approval from the OCC to establish Coinbase National Trust Company, according to a company statement. This post Coinbase Receives Conditional OCC Approval to Form National Trust Company first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and... By Micah Zimmerman Published April 2, 2026 16:12 UTC (5h ago) |
 | Australia Moves to Regulate Crypto Firms
New framework targets platforms holding user funds, reshaping oversight of Australian digital asset market. Continue reading at DailyCoin. By DailyCoin Team Published April 2, 2026 16:10 UTC (5h ago) |
 | Elliptic links Drift’s $286m exploit to North Korean Hackers
Elliptic linked the $286 million Drift exploit to suspected North Korean hackers in what ranks as the second biggest DeFi hack on Solana. The post Elliptic links Drift’s $286m exploit to North Korean Hackers appeared first on Crypto Briefing. By Estefano Gomez Published April 2, 2026 16:06 UTC (5h ago) |
 | Ethereum Derivatives Flooded With $1B in Sells as Markets React to Trump
Over $968 million of ETH sell orders hit Binance alone as Trump's remarks sparked volatility. By Chayanika Deka Published April 2, 2026 16:05 UTC (5h ago) |
| Ripple CEO Reacts to BBB Rating for Ripple Prime, Lists Three Points It Validates
Brad Garlinghouse, CEO of Ripple, breaks down Ripple Prime's new BBB investment rating from Kroll. By Gamza Khanzadaev Published April 2, 2026 16:04 UTC (5h ago) |
 | Wall Street Firms and Crypto Companies to Review New Market Structure Proposal in Private Sessions
Bitcoin Magazine Wall Street Firms and Crypto Companies to Review New Market Structure Proposal in Private Sessions Crypto and banking industry representatives will review a revised stablecoin yield proposal this week as lawmakers try to resolve a months-long dispute over whether stablecoin issuers should be allowed to offer yield. This post Wall... By Micah Zimmerman Published April 2, 2026 16:03 UTC (5h ago) |
 | Coinbase receives conditional approval for US trust charter
Chief legal officer Paul Grewal announced the approval on Thursday, thanking OCC head Jonathan Gould, who took office less than a year ago. By Turner Wright Published April 2, 2026 16:01 UTC (5h ago) |
 | Bitcoin Can’t Be Stopped: Seasoned Industry Analysts Share Shocking Revelation
Experts have gathered on the popular YouTube channel, The Wolf of All Streets, to examine Bitcoin (BTC) and rising global uncertainty. Bloomberg Senior Commodities Strategist Mike McGlone joined former CoinRoutes CEO Dave Weisberger and macro strategist James Lavish for a detailed discussion. They explored ongoing debt pressures in the US, money... By Sandra White Published April 2, 2026 16:00 UTC (6h ago) |
 | Rakebit Unveils Massive Loyalty Overhaul: New Players Get Zero House Edge on First $1,000
Rakebit just dropped what might be its most significant update ever, and it fundamentally changes the math for anyone stepping into the crypto casino for the first time. The Loyalty Leveling System v2 is now live, bringing with it an expanded progression structure, accelerated rewards, and a welcome offer that sounds too generous to be [...] The... By Michelle DG Published April 2, 2026 16:00 UTC (6h ago) |
 | Anthony Scaramucci backs Saylor’s 11.5% Bitcoin yield while teasing ‘Mooch 2028’
Anthony Scaramucci is openly backing Michael Saylor’s high‑yield Bitcoin strategy at the same time he jolts markets with a tongue‑in‑cheek X video announcing a 2028 presidential run, sharpening the line between his crypto advocacy and broader economic message. In a… By Dorian Batycka Published April 2, 2026 16:00 UTC (6h ago) |
 | Prediction Market Showdown: CFTC and DOJ Challenge Illinois State Gambling Authority in Federal Court
The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) and the Department of Justice (DOJ) filed a federal lawsuit against Illinois on April 2, 2026, seeking to permanently block the state from enforcing its gambling laws against federally regulated prediction market platforms. U.S. Government Sues Illinois Over Prediction Market Rules, Seeks... By Jamie Redman Published April 2, 2026 15:59 UTC (6h ago) |
 | Market Pundit Shares In-Depth Outlook for Ripple’s XRP as Q2 Kicks Off
An analyst tracking Elliott Wave patterns shared his Q2 outlook for XRP, noting that the first-quarter forecast largely unfolded as anticipated despite ongoing market frustration. By Olivia Brooke Published April 2, 2026 15:58 UTC (6h ago) |
| Ripple Burns 40 Million RLUSD After Community Demands Explanation
Total of 39.9 million RLUSD has been permanently removed from circulation in mere minutes, sparking discussions among the community. By Caroline Amosun Published April 2, 2026 15:58 UTC (6h ago) |
| CME Group Reveals Key Date for Crypto Futures Traders
Leading derivatives marketplace CME Group announces key date that may concern BTC, ETH, SOL, XRP, ADA, LINK and XLM traders. By Tomiwabold Olajide Published April 2, 2026 15:52 UTC (6h ago) |
| Two reasons to be bearish on Shiba Inu
Shiba Inu (SHIB) has corrected from its daily open of $0.0000060 to trade around $0.0000058 at the time of writing on Thursday.Published April 2, 2026 15:49 UTC (6h ago) |
 | Bitcoin holders face $600B in unrealized losses as BTC price slips to $66K
About 44% of Bitcoin's circulating supply trades underwater at $66,000 with weak spot demand weighing on market sentiment. By Nancy Lubale Published April 2, 2026 15:47 UTC (6h ago) |
 | XRP’s use case should benefit from global stress, so why is price acting like a risk asset?
XRP enters an identity crisis as oil, inflation fears, and dollar strength hit the market all at once XRP has reached the hardest phase of the cycle. The asset spent much of the year carrying a cleaner institutional narrative than most large-cap altcoins. CryptoSlate has already tracked institutional migration into Ripple-linked products, ETF... By Liam 'Akiba' Wright Published April 2, 2026 15:45 UTC (6h ago) |
 | Billionaire Dan Sundheim Dumps Nine Stocks, Pours $674,201,000 Into Amazon, Spotify and Autodesk
Billionaire investor Daniel Sundheim is snapping up hundreds of millions of dollars of shares of Amazon (AMZN), Spotify (SPOT) and Autodesk (ADSK). The latest 13F filing of Sundheim’s D1 Capital Partners shows the hedge fund opened a new position in the tech titan Amazon, buying 1,340,523 AMZN shares worth $309.419 million in Q4 of 2025. D1 […]... By Henry Kanapi Published April 2, 2026 15:43 UTC (6h ago) |
 | Coinbase wins OCC nod to become a national trust bank, joining Ripple, Fidelity
Coinbase's federal charter approval could significantly boost institutional trust in crypto, potentially accelerating mainstream adoption. The post Coinbase wins OCC nod to become a national trust bank, joining Ripple, Fidelity appeared first on Crypto Briefing. By Vivian Nguyen Published April 2, 2026 15:42 UTC (6h ago) |
 | Solana Hasn’t Bottomed Yet—Here’s Where the Real SOL Rally Could Begin
The post Solana Hasn’t Bottomed Yet—Here’s Where the Real SOL Rally Could Begin appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News The Solana price faced significant upward pressure as the broader market sentiments turned bearish following Trump’s address on the ongoing war. After losing a key support zone, the SOL is now trapped below the resistance, which... By Sahana Vibhute Published April 2, 2026 15:42 UTC (6h ago) |
| 'But It's the Standard!': Cardano Creator Hoskinson Responds to Avalanche Founder's Joke About Ripple
Cardano's Charles Hoskinson delivers a sharp, ironic response to Emin Gün Sirer's April Fools' prank on Ripple. By Gamza Khanzadaev Published April 2, 2026 15:42 UTC (6h ago) |
 | Ripple concludes 700 million XRP escrow lock for April
Ripple Labs re-locked 70% of the 1 billion XRP received from its escrow account in April 2026. The blockchain payment … Continue reading The post Ripple concludes 700 million XRP escrow lock for April appeared first on Finbold. By Steve Muchoki Published April 2, 2026 15:39 UTC (6h ago) |
| Bitcoin to $10,000: Top Bloomberg Expert McGlone Warns of 'Crypto Bubble Burst' in 2026
Bloomberg Intelligence's Mike McGlone warns of a potential Bitcoin return to $10,000 in 2026. Among the reasons are post-pandemic bubble bursts and millions of new tokens that dilute the market. By Gamza Khanzadaev Published April 2, 2026 15:37 UTC (6h ago) |
 | LNVPN Rebrands to Nadanada.me as Privacy Infrastructure Expands with Anonymous eSIMs and Lightning Payments
Bitcoin Magazine LNVPN Rebrands to Nadanada.me as Privacy Infrastructure Expands with Anonymous eSIMs and Lightning Payments Nadanada.me, formerly LNVPN, now offers anonymous eSIM data plans in over 200 countries, disposable and rental phone numbers, WireGuard VPN, and no-login AI chat — all powered by Lightning Network pay-as-you-go access with... By Juan Galt Published April 2, 2026 15:36 UTC (6h ago) |
 | Analyst Says $10 Cardano Price Is “Not If, But When” As Bullish Structure Strengthens
Cardano (ADA) traded sideways on Thursday as holders gauged its near-term direction amid elevated crypto market liquidity. By Newton Gitonga Published April 2, 2026 15:34 UTC (6h ago) |
 | Eightco becomes biggest public Worldcoin holder with $326M bet
Nasdaq-listed Eightco Holdings has disclosed a $326 million position in 277 million Worldcoin tokens, plus ETH, cash, and an indirect OpenAI stake, effectively transforming the stock into a high-beta proxy on Sam Altman’s identity project and AI ecosystem. Nasdaq-listed Eightco… By Andrew Folkler Published April 2, 2026 15:30 UTC (6h ago) |
 | Elon Musk's X to deploy scam kill switch by auto-locking first-time crypto mentioners
The move comes in response to a wave of phishing attacks using fake copyright emails and is the latest in an attempt to shut down crypto-linked scams on the platform. By Francisco Rodrigues Published April 2, 2026 15:28 UTC (6h ago) |
 | Israeli attack on tehran IRGC headquarters impacts Iran markets
The Israeli strike heightens geopolitical tensions, influencing market perceptions of US military involvement and Iranian regime stability. The post Israeli attack on tehran IRGC headquarters impacts Iran markets appeared first on Crypto Briefing. By Estefano Gomez Published April 2, 2026 15:27 UTC (6h ago) |
 | IOTA Deploys Starfish Consensus as TWIN Trade Network Goes Live in Kenya and UK
IOTA's Q1 2026 update reveals Starfish consensus on testnet, 80x indexer gains, and operational trade infrastructure across Kenya and UK ports. (Read More)Published April 2, 2026 15:24 UTC (6h ago) |
| Cardano Price Forecast: ADA slips below consolidation range as risk-off sentiment weighs
Cardano (ADA) is edging lower, trading at $0.235 at the time of writing on Thursday, as crypto prices broadly decline amid war-driven, risk-off sentiment.Published April 2, 2026 15:23 UTC (6h ago) |
 | Ripple Prime’s Inaugural BBB Rating Explained — What Drove Kroll’s Decision
Global credit rating agency Kroll has assigned an inaugural investment‑grade issuer rating of BBB to Ripple Prime, marking a notable endorsement from a traditional credit agency for a firm rooted in the crypto sector. Ripple Prime was formed after Ripple acquired Hidden Road for around $1.2 billion late last year and operates as the clearing […] By Ronaldo Marquez Published April 2, 2026 15:21 UTC (6h ago) |
 | Iran’s top advisor warns US on Strait of Hormuz, ceasefire odds drop
Geopolitical tensions and market volatility rise as diplomatic solutions appear elusive, impacting global trade and energy security. The post Iran’s top advisor warns US on Strait of Hormuz, ceasefire odds drop appeared first on Crypto Briefing. By Estefano Gomez Published April 2, 2026 15:20 UTC (6h ago) |
 | Ripple CEO Reveals Secret Sauce To $13T XRP Adoption
The $13T processed in payments by Ripple Treasury in 2025 signals a multi-trillion opportunity for XRP. Continue reading at DailyCoin. By Tadas Klimasevskis Published April 2, 2026 15:13 UTC (6h ago) |
 | Stake.com Alternatives Are Trending — Is ZunaBet Gaining Ground?
The short answer is yes. The longer answer explains why it matters. Throughout 2026, search interest in Stake.com alternatives has been building in a way that suggests something more than casual curiosity. Players are researching, comparing, and making moves. Stake.com is not shrinking — it continues to operate as one of the largest crypto... By Michelle DG Published April 2, 2026 15:10 UTC (6h ago) |
 | How a Solana feature designed for convenience let attackers drain more than $270 million from Drift
The exploit did not involve a bug in Drift's code. It used "durable nonces," a legitimate Solana transaction feature, to pre-sign administrative transfers weeks before executing them, bypassing the protocol's multisig security in minutes. By Shaurya Malwa Published April 2, 2026 15:08 UTC (6h ago) |
 | Bitcoin trims big loss, stocks erase 2% decline, as Iran signals cooperation on key shipping route
In the middle of a surge higher following President Trump's overnight comments, the price of WTI crude oil quickly fell nearly $6 per barrel on the news. By Helene Braun Published April 2, 2026 15:08 UTC (6h ago) |
| Mobix Labs (MOBX) Stock: 1-for-10 Reverse Stock Split Approved to Meet Nasdaq Requirements
Mobix Labs (MOBX) stock drops 3.81% as company confirms 1-for-10 reverse split effective April 6 to restore Nasdaq minimum bid price compliance. The post Mobix Labs (MOBX) Stock: 1-for-10 Reverse Stock Split Approved to Meet Nasdaq Requirements appeared first on Blockonomi. By Oliver Dale Published April 2, 2026 15:07 UTC (6h ago) |
 | Ripple Prime Secures Investment-Grade Credit Rating Backed by $39B Assets
Investment-grade credit ratings now position Ripple Prime among credible institutional brokerage players, as surging assets, strengthening profitability, and rising demand underscore its expanding role across digital and traditional financial markets. Ripple Prime Earns Investment Grade Rating Amid Rapid Growth Ripple announced on April 2 that... By Kevin Helms Published April 2, 2026 15:05 UTC (6h ago) |
| Ripple Prime Earns Strong New Credit Score
.@Ripple has secured a "BBB" investment-grade issuer rating for its newly formed prime brokerage arm. By Alex Dovbnya Published April 2, 2026 15:01 UTC (6h ago) |
 | StakeStone (STO) Price Surges Over 500% In One Week, What’s Driving This Altcoin?
The StakeStone (STO) price has surged by over 500% in the past week, drawing attention to the token’s ecosystem. The altcoin’s rally comes ahead of a significant token unlock, which could put selling pressure on the token and drive its price down. Why The StakeStone (STO) Price Is Surging The StakeStone (STO) price has surged by over 500% in the... By Scott Matherson Published April 2, 2026 15:00 UTC (7h ago) |
 | Lise plans Europe’s first fully on-chain IPO for French aerospace supplier
French stock exchange Lise is preparing to list aerospace components supplier ST Group in what is expected to be Europe’s first fully on-chain initial public offering, according to a report from CoinDesk. The listing on the Paris-based venue would mark… By Dorian Batycka Published April 2, 2026 15:00 UTC (7h ago) |
 | Crypto for Advisors: Crypto custody’s evolution
Beyond simple storage, the next era of institutional crypto will be defined by the real-time connectivity and mobility of digital assets across a fragmented market. By Paul Frost-Smith Published April 2, 2026 15:00 UTC (7h ago) |
 | DeFi is optimizing for gas, not for markets
DeFi prioritizes gas efficiency over market resilience. Simplified financial logic fails under volatility due to computational constraints. By Jo o Garcia Published April 2, 2026 15:00 UTC (7h ago) |
| SoFi (SOFI) Stock Drops Despite Unveiling Always-On Enterprise Banking Solution
SoFi (SOFI) stock fell 2.4% Thursday despite launching its 24/7 Big Business Banking platform with stablecoin capabilities for enterprise clients. The post SoFi (SOFI) Stock Drops Despite Unveiling Always-On Enterprise Banking Solution appeared first on Blockonomi. By Trader Edge Published April 2, 2026 14:58 UTC (7h ago) |
 | Gulf countries push for normal relations with Iran
Gulf states' diplomatic efforts with Iran could stabilize the region, reducing regime collapse risks and influencing ceasefire prospects. The post Gulf countries push for normal relations with Iran appeared first on Crypto Briefing. By Estefano Gomez Published April 2, 2026 14:57 UTC (7h ago) |
| Iridium Communications (IRDM) Stock Jumps 12% Amid Satellite Industry Rally
Iridium Communications (IRDM) stock jumped 12% Thursday as SpaceX filed for IPO and Amazon explored Globalstar acquisition, energizing satellite stocks. The post Iridium Communications (IRDM) Stock Jumps 12% Amid Satellite Industry Rally appeared first on Blockonomi. By Trader Edge Published April 2, 2026 14:56 UTC (7h ago) |
 | BlackRock buys nearly $2 billion worth of crypto since start of Iran War
BlackRock, the foremost asset manager in the world, has seen a notable change in its crypto net holdings since the … Continue reading The post BlackRock buys nearly $2 billion worth of crypto since start of Iran War appeared first on Finbold. By Marko Published April 2, 2026 14:52 UTC (7h ago) |
 | North Koreans hackers likely behind $286 million Drift Protocol exploit: Elliptic
The blockchain analytics firm pointed to cross-chain laundering patterns and Solana-specific tracing challenges that mirror prior North Korean state-linked operations By Olivier Acuna Published April 2, 2026 14:50 UTC (7h ago) |
| Polymarket Partners with Pyth Network to Enable Traditional Asset Trading Markets
Polymarket partners with Pyth Network to launch stock and commodity prediction markets, introducing Pyth Terminal for real-time price verification and transparency. The post Polymarket Partners with Pyth Network to Enable Traditional Asset Trading Markets appeared first on Blockonomi. By Oliver Dale Published April 2, 2026 14:48 UTC (7h ago) |
 | Bitcoin Price Continues Sliding as President Trump Signals Iran Escalation, Raising Risk of Drop Toward $60,000
Bitcoin Magazine Bitcoin Price Continues Sliding as President Trump Signals Iran Escalation, Raising Risk of Drop Toward $60,000 Bitcoin price fell nearly 4% after President Trump signaled potential escalation against Iran, sparking a broad risk-off move across global markets and dragging the BTC price temporarily below $66,000. This post Bitcoin... By Micah Zimmerman Published April 2, 2026 14:47 UTC (7h ago) |
 | Wall Street Just Gave Ripple (XRP) a Big Vote of Confidence: What the New BBB Rating Really Means
KBRA noted that a key factor behind the strong rating is Ripple's solid financial backing. By Jordan Lyanchev Published April 2, 2026 14:45 UTC (7h ago) |
 | Here’s what happened in crypto today
Need to know what happened in crypto today? Here is the latest news on daily trends and events impacting Bitcoin price, blockchain, DeFi, NFTs, Web3 and crypto regulation. By Cointelegraph Published April 2, 2026 14:43 UTC (7h ago) |
| Eli Lilly (LLY) Stock: Foundayo Launch Could Drive Up to $2.8B in 2026 Revenue
Eli Lilly (LLY) receives FDA approval for Foundayo weight-loss pill. Analysts project 2026 sales between $1.5B-$2.8B as $149/month pill launches April 6. The post Eli Lilly (LLY) Stock: Foundayo Launch Could Drive Up to $2.8B in 2026 Revenue appeared first on Blockonomi. By Trader Edge Published April 2, 2026 14:42 UTC (7h ago) |
 | Trump to pay DHS employees; Iran drafts hormuz protocol with Oman
Diplomatic efforts in the Strait of Hormuz may signal potential de-escalation, impacting market expectations for a US-Iran ceasefire. The post Trump to pay DHS employees; Iran drafts hormuz protocol with Oman appeared first on Crypto Briefing. By Estefano Gomez Published April 2, 2026 14:41 UTC (7h ago) |
 | Bitcoin hits weekly low on oil fears as analyst teases $10K BTC price target
Analysis warned that Bitcoin risked falling to $10,000 in the long term as BTC price action fell with US stocks thanks to oil-supply concerns. By William Suberg Published April 2, 2026 14:40 UTC (7h ago) |
 | Iran drafts hormuz protocol with Oman amid ongoing conflict
The Iran-Oman protocol may signal diplomatic progress, potentially influencing regional stability and market confidence in ceasefire prospects. The post Iran drafts hormuz protocol with Oman amid ongoing conflict appeared first on Crypto Briefing. By Estefano Gomez Published April 2, 2026 14:40 UTC (7h ago) |
 | OKX Ventures Maps AI Agent Economy as x402 Transactions Crater 92%
New OKX Ventures report reveals x402 payment protocol volume dropped from 731K to 57K daily transactions while Virtuals Protocol hits $479M aGDP. (Read More)Published April 2, 2026 14:38 UTC (7h ago) |
| 783FX.com Expands Learning Resources for CFD Traders Worldwide
In this press release, 783FX.com announces an expansion of its educational resources designed to support... By Globe PRwire Published April 2, 2026 14:38 UTC (7h ago) |
 | Lise to host tokenized IPO for French defense supplier ST Group
French blockchain-based stock exchange Lise plans to host what it describes as a fully onchain IPO for ST Group. By Amin Haqshanas Published April 2, 2026 14:36 UTC (7h ago) |
| Deutsche Bank Elevates Broadcom (AVGO) and Applied Materials (AMAT) to Premier Tech Selections
Deutsche Bank names Applied Materials and Broadcom top tech picks. AMAT gains 38% in 2026 while AVGO targets $100B AI chip revenue. Full analysis inside. The post Deutsche Bank Elevates Broadcom (AVGO) and Applied Materials (AMAT) to Premier Tech Selections appeared first on Blockonomi. By Trader Edge Published April 2, 2026 14:35 UTC (7h ago) |
| Linux Foundation Adopts x402 Protocol to Standardize AI Payment Infrastructure
Linux Foundation assumes control of x402 payment protocol, establishing open governance for AI-driven transactions across blockchain and traditional systems. The post Linux Foundation Adopts x402 Protocol to Standardize AI Payment Infrastructure appeared first on Blockonomi. By Oliver Dale Published April 2, 2026 14:35 UTC (7h ago) |
| BAE Systems (BAESY) Secures $180M Swedish Air Defense Deal Despite Stock Decline
BAE Systems (BAESY) wins $180M Swedish contract for TRIDON Mk2 air defense system, part of $916M deal, but stock falls 1.88% in premarket trading. The post BAE Systems (BAESY) Secures $180M Swedish Air Defense Deal Despite Stock Decline appeared first on Blockonomi. By Trader Edge Published April 2, 2026 14:34 UTC (7h ago) |
| Microsoft (MSFT) Unveils Three Proprietary AI Models in Major Strategic Shift
Microsoft (MSFT) debuts three proprietary AI models—MAI-Transcribe-1, MAI-Voice-1, and MAI-Image-2—marking a strategic shift toward independence from OpenAI. The post Microsoft (MSFT) Unveils Three Proprietary AI Models in Major Strategic Shift appeared first on Blockonomi. By Trader Edge Published April 2, 2026 14:33 UTC (7h ago) |
 | Coinbase Lawyer Just Revealed The Truth About The “Secret” CLARITY Act Deal — Crypto Traders, Don’t Sleep On This Vote
Coinbase chief legal officer has suggested that negotiators in the Senate are “very close” to a deal on the CLARITY Act’s most contentious crypto issue. Coinbase: “Very Close To A Deal”, Despite Stablecoin Dispute It’s all about the stablecoins. Whether and how exchanges can pay yield on stablecoin balances continues to be the bone of […] By James Halver Published April 2, 2026 14:30 UTC (7h ago) |
 | Telegram wallet adds 50x perpetuals across metals, stocks, oil, crypto
Wallet in Telegram now offers 50x perpetual futures on metals, stocks, oil, and crypto via Lighter’s hybrid stack, collapsing messaging, custody, and high-risk derivatives into one mini-app. Telegram’s embedded crypto service Wallet in Telegram has introduced perpetual contract trading inside… By Dorian Batycka Published April 2, 2026 14:30 UTC (7h ago) |
 | Bitcoin Price Analysis: What’s Next for BTC After Tanking to $66K?
BTC has entered a phase of consolidation after a sharp decline from January highs near $100k. The price action shows that BTC has been respecting a broad ascending channel. The primary current support area is around $60k, and resistance is near the $75k mark. Short-term momentum is also weak, and the market appears to be […] By Shayan Markets Published April 2, 2026 14:27 UTC (7h ago) |
 | Pakistan uncovers israeli plot against iranian officials, impacting ceasefire odds
The revelation strains US-Iran diplomatic efforts, heightening regional tensions and increasing the likelihood of military conflict. The post Pakistan uncovers israeli plot against iranian officials, impacting ceasefire odds appeared first on Crypto Briefing. By Estefano Gomez Published April 2, 2026 14:25 UTC (7h ago) |
| Cardano and Monero (XMR) in Tussle for Crypto Ranking, Who Will End up Ahead?
Monero edges closer to Cardano in crypto rankings, with just one hurdle set to be crossed. By Tomiwabold Olajide Published April 2, 2026 14:24 UTC (7h ago) |
| Solana Stakes Worth Over $211 Million Unlocked in Mere Minutes
Solana whale unlocks large amount of staked tokens, sparking curiosity about whether it is preparing to sell. By Caroline Amosun Published April 2, 2026 14:21 UTC (7h ago) |
 | Harvey AI Bets Autonomous Agents Will Reshape Law Firms Within Months
Legal AI startup Harvey reveals internal agent system 'Spectre' and predicts autonomous AI will force law firms to rethink staffing, pricing, and hierarchy. (Read More)Published April 2, 2026 14:19 UTC (7h ago) |
 | Bitcoin Treasuries Are Cracking as Public Companies Turn into BTC Sellers
Bitcoin Magazine Bitcoin Treasuries Are Cracking as Public Companies Turn into BTC Sellers Bitcoin treasury firms and entities are offloading holdings amid falling prices. This post Bitcoin Treasuries Are Cracking as Public Companies Turn into BTC Sellers first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman. By Micah Zimmerman Published April 2, 2026 14:19 UTC (7h ago) |
 | 'Memecoin messiah' lost $60M trading mostly SPX6900: He's still not selling
Trader Murad Mahmudov may lose another $1.56 million if its top bet, SPX6900, drops another 20% in the coming weeks. By Yashu Gola Published April 2, 2026 14:14 UTC (7h ago) |
 | Ex-Fidelity staff target retail investors with onchain gold arbitrage product
Altura, a DeFi protocol led by former Fidelity and PwC staff, is pitching retail investors an onchain gold arbitrage vault targeting 20% yields as bullion trades near record highs. By Christina Comben Published April 2, 2026 14:14 UTC (7h ago) |
 | Ripple Prime earns BBB rating from Kroll, reflecting robust capital support and early profitability
Ripple Prime's BBB rating enhances investor confidence, signaling strong capital support and potential growth, despite economic pressures. The post Ripple Prime earns BBB rating from Kroll, reflecting robust capital support and early profitability appeared first on Crypto Briefing. By Vivian Nguyen Published April 2, 2026 14:12 UTC (7h ago) |
 | Best Crypto Presale: Traders Load Pepeto for 100x Potential While Noctura and Hexydog Search for Traction
The crypto market just opened Q2 2026 at $2.36 trillion after the Fear and Greed Index spent 46 consecutive days in extreme fear territory, the longest such stretch since 2022 according to Phemex. Somewhere inside this transition from fear to accumulation, one presale is about to reprice everything for the wallets that committed early enough.... By Michelle DG Published April 2, 2026 14:10 UTC (7h ago) |
 | A four-way deadlock is now blocking the US Clarity Act crypto bill — and each side can stop it
The CLARITY Act entered Washington as a bid to impose a durable market structure on crypto. It now sits at the center of a four-way fight over who gets to define that structure, who gets paid inside it, who supervises it, and how much of the existing financial rulebook survives the rewrite. The bill still includes […] The post A four-way deadlock... By Liam 'Akiba' Wright Published April 2, 2026 14:10 UTC (7h ago) |
 | Iran war escalates with multi-front involvement
The conflict's expansion heightens geopolitical tensions, impacting global markets and complicating diplomatic resolutions. The post Iran war escalates with multi-front involvement appeared first on Crypto Briefing. By Estefano Gomez Published April 2, 2026 14:08 UTC (7h ago) |
 | Trump’s Iran War Speech Sends Markets Tumbling as Oil Prices Soar
Stock markets plunged over 600 points after Trump's Iran war speech, while WTI crude soared 13% to $113/barrel—its largest single-day jump since 2020. The post Trump’s Iran War Speech Sends Markets Tumbling as Oil Prices Soar appeared first on Blockonomi. By Trader Edge Published April 2, 2026 14:07 UTC (7h ago) |
 | Bitcoin’s Price Drifts Below Key Levels as Sellers Keep Pressure
On Thursday, just before 10 a.m. Eastern time, bitcoin traded between $65,725 and $66,230 over the last hour, within a 24-hour range of $65,934 to $69,074. Market cap held above $1.31 trillion while volume came in at $45.26 billion. Bitcoin Chart Outlook On the daily chart, bitcoin is consolidating inside a longer-term downtrend. Price has […] By Jamie Redman Published April 2, 2026 14:06 UTC (7h ago) |
 | Crypto Market March 2026: War, Whales, and Whiplash Define the Month
The post Crypto Market March 2026: War, Whales, and Whiplash Define the Month appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News The crypto market March 2026 wasn’t driven by shiny upgrades or bullish hype cycles, per Santiments recent monthly report. Infact, this time it was war headlines, oil spikes, and pure confusion calling the shots. One minute... By Yash Jain Published April 2, 2026 14:06 UTC (7h ago) |
| Tokenized Treasuries Hit $12.78B as Collateral Use Cases Take Center Stage
Tokenized U.S. Treasuries surpass $12.78 billion onchain. The focus now shifts from issuance to productive collateral use in institutional trading workflows. (Read More)Published April 2, 2026 14:06 UTC (7h ago) |
 | AdEx Rebrands as heyAura, Turning From Web3 Ads to AI Agents for Crypto Wallets
AdEx has rebranded as heyAura and is moving its focus from decentralized advertising to AI agents built for Web3 wallets. The company says its new wallet-native assistant is designed to help users execute and manage complex onchain actions with human oversight. AdEx is dropping the name that defined its first chapter in crypto and moving [...] By Ibrahim Abdulaziz Adan Published April 2, 2026 14:00 UTC (8h ago) |
 | SoFi rolls out ‘Big Business Banking’ to fuse fiat and crypto rails
SoFi’s new Big Business Banking platform lets institutions manage fiat, SoFiUSD, and crypto in one Solana-powered, chartered bank stack, targeting wholesale stablecoin settlement flows. SoFi has launched an enterprise banking platform dubbed “Big Business Banking,” allowing institutions to manage fiat… By Dorian Batycka Published April 2, 2026 14:00 UTC (8h ago) |
 | Oil shock, Iran war risk keep crypto investors on sidelines: Grayscale
The crypto asset manager said investors are sidelined by Middle East tensions, but resilient valuations and structural adoption trends could set up the next leg higher. By Will Canny Published April 2, 2026 13:57 UTC (8h ago) |
| Safe Unveils Safenet Beta: Transforming SAFE Token Into Security Staking Infrastructure
Safe launches Safenet Beta, enabling SAFE token staking and validator participation while introducing onchain security through cryptographic attestations. The post Safe Unveils Safenet Beta: Transforming SAFE Token Into Security Staking Infrastructure appeared first on Blockonomi. By Oliver Dale Published April 2, 2026 13:55 UTC (8h ago) |
 | The 7 leading free crypto mining platforms in 2026
Crypto mining shifts toward infrastructure and efficiency as Bitcoin stabilizes and institutional demand holds. In 2026, the crypto mining landscape is no longer driven by retail speculation — it’s shaped by infrastructure, efficiency, and accessibility. Over the past quarter, Bitcoin… By Guest Post Published April 2, 2026 13:54 UTC (8h ago) |
 | Uniswap (UNI) Deploys All Protocol Versions on Consensys Linea L2
Uniswap (UNI) v2, v3, and v4 now live on Linea zkEVM, expanding DEX access on Consensys-backed Layer 2 with native yield and ETH burn mechanics. (Read More)Published April 2, 2026 13:49 UTC (8h ago) |
| Bed Bath & Beyond (BBBY) Expands Portfolio with $150M Container Store Deal
Bed Bath & Beyond (BBBY) stock rises 1% following announcement of $150M Container Store acquisition, expanding home services and retail footprint. The post Bed Bath & Beyond (BBBY) Expands Portfolio with $150M Container Store Deal appeared first on Blockonomi. By Trader Edge Published April 2, 2026 13:48 UTC (8h ago) |
| Rivian (RIVN) Exceeds Q1 Delivery Expectations Ahead of R2 Model Debut
Rivian (RIVN) exceeded Q1 delivery forecasts with 10,365 vehicles delivered. Full-year 2026 guidance remains at 62K-67K as R2 launch nears. The post Rivian (RIVN) Exceeds Q1 Delivery Expectations Ahead of R2 Model Debut appeared first on Blockonomi. By Trader Edge Published April 2, 2026 13:47 UTC (8h ago) |
| Wall Street Analysts Urge Investors to Buy Micron (MU) and Sandisk Following Google TurboQuant Dip
Micron and Sandisk shares tumbled on Google TurboQuant fears, but Mizuho analysts call it a buying opportunity, citing robust NAND demand and Jevons' Paradox. The post Wall Street Analysts Urge Investors to Buy Micron (MU) and Sandisk Following Google TurboQuant Dip appeared first on Blockonomi. By Trader Edge Published April 2, 2026 13:46 UTC (8h ago) |
| Binance Traders Are Buying Ethereum, Will It Trigger Price Rebound?
Ethereum is anticipating a liquidity crunch on Binance, a move that may stir a price breakout. By Godfrey Benjamin Published April 2, 2026 13:45 UTC (8h ago) |
 | Metaplanet Surpasses MARA Holdings to Become Third-Largest Corporate Bitcoin Holder
Bitcoin Magazine Metaplanet Surpasses MARA Holdings to Become Third-Largest Corporate Bitcoin Holder Metaplanet entered the top ranks of corporate bitcoin holders after buying 5,075 BTC for about $398 million in Q1 2026. This post Metaplanet Surpasses MARA Holdings to Become Third-Largest Corporate Bitcoin Holder first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine... By Micah Zimmerman Published April 2, 2026 13:40 UTC (8h ago) |
 | SoFi Launches 24/7 Crypto Banking on Solana With Mastercard, Galaxy, Wintermute on Board
The post SoFi Launches 24/7 Crypto Banking on Solana With Mastercard, Galaxy, Wintermute on Board appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News For years, the knock on traditional banking has been simple: markets move around the clock, but banks do not. SoFi is building the alternative. The nationally chartered US bank launched Big Business Banking... By Zafar Naik Published April 2, 2026 13:38 UTC (8h ago) |
 | Vitalik Buterin Warns AI Tools Could Become a Serious Privacy Risk for Users
Vitalik Buterin has warned that many AI tools could become a major privacy threat because they rely on remote infrastructure with access to user data. He said the risks extend beyond large language models themselves to outside services, data leaks and jailbreak attacks that can push systems against user interests. Vitalik Buterin has raised a [...] By Ibrahim Abdulaziz Adan Published April 2, 2026 13:38 UTC (8h ago) |
| $13 Trillion Processed: Ripple CEO Says Treasury Is Just Getting Started
Ripple Treasury pushes deeper into digital assets after $13 trillion year. By Tomiwabold Olajide Published April 2, 2026 13:37 UTC (8h ago) |
 | Trump’s Iran Remarks Jar BTC At $66K, Oil Rips Back Above $100
Donnie's Iran 'expedition' remarks have caused a stormy reaction across the financial landscape, erasing billions from crypto. Continue reading at DailyCoin. By Samantha Diamo Published April 2, 2026 13:36 UTC (8h ago) |
 | Wallet in Telegram launches perpetual futures trading with Lighter
Wallet in Telegram rolls out perpetual futures via Lighter DEX, enabling leveraged trading on crypto, stocks and commodities directly inside the messaging app. By Helen Partz Published April 2, 2026 13:35 UTC (8h ago) |
 | While SOL Aims For $250, Pepeto Could Be A Better Play as Gold Stablecoins Raise $100M and Institutional Capital Floods In
The post While SOL Aims For $250, Pepeto Could Be A Better Play as Gold Stablecoins Raise $100M and Institutional Capital Floods In appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News A tokenization platform closed a $100 million vault for a gold linked stablecoin in under 24 hours. An AI company shipped a toolkit enabling AI agents to verify they are backed... By PR Manager Published April 2, 2026 13:35 UTC (8h ago) |
 | The 'time pain' trap: why bitcoin’s bear market might need a few more months of ‘boring’ to hit a true floor
Long term holder trends suggest a maturing bear market, yet extended consolidation could test investor patience. By James Van Straten Published April 2, 2026 13:34 UTC (8h ago) |
 | Rosatom calls for ceasefire to evacuate bushehr staff amid rising tensions
Rosatom's ceasefire plea underscores nuclear safety concerns, potentially opening diplomatic channels amid heightened geopolitical tensions. The post Rosatom calls for ceasefire to evacuate bushehr staff amid rising tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing. By Estefano Gomez Published April 2, 2026 13:33 UTC (8h ago) |
| XRP Is Very Unlikely to Enter 'Big Three': Analyzing Why
XRP's outlook might look somewhat positive, but it is also nowhere near the market's big three consisting of Bitcoin, USDT and Ethereum. By Arman Shirinyan Published April 2, 2026 13:33 UTC (8h ago) |
 | Vitalik Buterin warns of AI security risks, pushes for local-first systems
Vitalik Buterin has called for a shift to a “local-first” approach to artificial intelligence. He said modern AI tools pose serious privacy and security risks. In a recent blog post, he said AI is moving beyond simple chat tools. Newer… By Rony Roy Published April 2, 2026 13:32 UTC (8h ago) |
 | Ethereum Price Slides Amid ETF Sell-Off, $2K Level Stays Critical
Ethereum’s ETH drops by 4% today, April 2, 2026. The drop is contributed by the current risk-off sentiment… By Niharika Deshpande Published April 2, 2026 13:31 UTC (8h ago) |
| Cardano ADA Gets Full Analytics Integration on Dune Platform
Dune Analytics adds Cardano blockchain data, enabling researchers and traders to query ADA staking, smart contracts, and network activity alongside 50+ other chains. (Read More)Published April 2, 2026 13:31 UTC (8h ago) |
 | Can ETH Price Rally Despite Geopolitical Pressure?
The post Can ETH Price Rally Despite Geopolitical Pressure? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News The ETH price is booming under the hood while barely moving where it actually counts. Sitting around $2,130, Ethereum looks… fine on the surface. But dig deeper, and the story gets a lot more interesting and honestly, a bit frustrating at the same... By Yash Jain Published April 2, 2026 13:30 UTC (8h ago) |
 | SoFi launches Big Business Banking to unify fiat and crypto for enterprises
SoFi's integration of fiat and crypto banking for enterprises could revolutionize financial operations, enhancing global competitiveness and efficiency. The post SoFi launches Big Business Banking to unify fiat and crypto for enterprises appeared first on Crypto Briefing. By Vivian Nguyen Published April 2, 2026 13:30 UTC (8h ago) |
 | Analyst Says Bitcoin Closing 6 Red Monthly Candles Isn’t Bearish, What To Expect
Bitcoin’s recent price structure has not been easy to sit through. The price action has spent months moving sideways to lower, printing a series of bearish monthly closes since October that have placed the crypto sentiment in fear. That kind of slow pressure tends to feel worse than sharp sell-offs. According to a crypto analyst, instead of... By Sandra White Published April 2, 2026 13:30 UTC (8h ago) |
 | Hyperliquid (HYPE) Flashes Golden Cross, But Fading Momentum Raises Concerns- What’s Next?
The post Hyperliquid (HYPE) Flashes Golden Cross, But Fading Momentum Raises Concerns- What’s Next? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News The crypto market has been facing significant upward pressure ever since Trump announced the re-escalation of the war with Iran. Many cryptos, including Bitcoin, XRP, Solana, etc., have broken down their... By Sahana Vibhute Published April 2, 2026 13:28 UTC (8h ago) |
| Ripple CTO Emeritus Shares Take on Economic Value of XRP Adoption by Banks
David Schwartz believes Ripple is not pushing for XRP adoption by banks through monetary incentivization. By Godfrey Benjamin Published April 2, 2026 13:28 UTC (8h ago) |
| ServiceNow (NOW) Stock Faces Pressure as Federal Spending Concerns Mount
ServiceNow (NOW) stock tumbles 43% in six months as Stifel cuts price target to $135 citing weak federal spending and Q1 headwinds. Earnings due April 22. The post ServiceNow (NOW) Stock Faces Pressure as Federal Spending Concerns Mount appeared first on Blockonomi. By Trader Edge Published April 2, 2026 13:26 UTC (8h ago) |
 | SoFi Technologies Launches First National Bank Enterprise Crypto and Stablecoin Platform
On Thursday, SoFi Technologies launched SoFi Big Business Banking, a platform that lets enterprises hold deposits, move money, and settle transactions in fiat and crypto around the clock from a single nationally chartered bank. SoFi Launches Big Business Banking With 24/7 Fiat and Crypto Settlement for U.S. Enterprises SoFi Technologies (Nasdaq:... By Jamie Redman Published April 2, 2026 13:26 UTC (8h ago) |
| European Diesel Prices Explode to $200 Per Barrel — Supply Crisis Deepens
European diesel futures jumped nearly 10% to $200/bbl, the highest since 2022, as Hormuz closure and refinery strikes threaten global supply shortages. The post European Diesel Prices Explode to $200 Per Barrel — Supply Crisis Deepens appeared first on Blockonomi. By Trader Edge Published April 2, 2026 13:19 UTC (8h ago) |
 | Ripple Price Eyes $1.50 Rebound as Unified Treasury Goes Live
Ripple rolls out “Digital Asset Accounts” and “Unified Treasury” via GTreasury acquisition. The Treasury allows CFOs manage fiat/XRP/RLUSD… By Harsh Chauhan Published April 2, 2026 13:18 UTC (8h ago) |
 | BTCC Exchange Lands Official Regional Partnership With Argentine National Team
BTCC, the world’s longest-running cryptocurrency exchange, has officially partnered with the Argentine Football Association (AFA) as the regional partner of the Argentine National Team. The partnership covers the full 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign, uniting two institutions bound by a shared commitment to excellence, resilience, and the relentless... By PR DESK Published April 2, 2026 13:15 UTC (8h ago) |
 | Pi Network (PI) News Today: April 2
Here are the latest and most important developments surrounding Pi Network's ecosystem. By Dimitar Dzhondzhorov Published April 2, 2026 13:14 UTC (8h ago) |
| BitGo Holdings (BTGO) Stock Climbs Following Launch of Institutional Stablecoin Platform
BitGo Holdings (BTGO) stock climbs as the company launches BitGo Mint, streamlining stablecoin operations for institutional clients. The post BitGo Holdings (BTGO) Stock Climbs Following Launch of Institutional Stablecoin Platform appeared first on Blockonomi. By Oliver Dale Published April 2, 2026 13:13 UTC (8h ago) |
| Diamondback Energy (FANG) Stock Surges on Mizuho’s Top Pick Endorsement Before Pullback
Diamondback Energy (FANG) rallied on Mizuho's top pick upgrade to $220, then reversed on profit-taking and crude pullback. Full analysis of the move. The post Diamondback Energy (FANG) Stock Surges on Mizuho’s Top Pick Endorsement Before Pullback appeared first on Blockonomi. By Trader Edge Published April 2, 2026 13:13 UTC (8h ago) |
 | CoinDesk 20 performance update: index falls 4.5% as all constituents trade lower
Uniswap (UNI) declined 7.7% and Solana (SOL) dropped 6.9%, leading the index lower. By CoinDesk Indices Published April 2, 2026 13:11 UTC (8h ago) |
 | Metaplanet Adds 5,075 Bitcoin in Q1, Lifts Treasury to 40,177 BTC
Metaplanet bought 5,075 Bitcoin in the first quarter of 2026 for about $405.5 million. The purchase lifted the Tokyo-based company’s total Bitcoin holdings to 40,177 BTC, making it the third-largest public corporate holder. Metaplanet has added another large block of Bitcoin to its balance sheet, pushing its treasury to 40,177 BTC and moving the... By Lucas Oliver Published April 2, 2026 13:07 UTC (8h ago) |
| SoFi Technologies (SOFI) Stock Dips Following Round-the-Clock Banking Platform Debut
SoFi (SOFI) stock falls despite unveiling 24/7 banking platform combining fiat and crypto services with stablecoin integration and institutional partnerships. The post SoFi Technologies (SOFI) Stock Dips Following Round-the-Clock Banking Platform Debut appeared first on Blockonomi. By Oliver Dale Published April 2, 2026 13:06 UTC (8h ago) |
| Phillips 66 (PSX) CFO Unloads $2.97M in Shares as Stock Nears Peak
Phillips 66 CFO Kevin Mitchell sold $2.97M in PSX shares near the 52-week high. Stock has surged 46% over the past year. Details inside. The post Phillips 66 (PSX) CFO Unloads $2.97M in Shares as Stock Nears Peak appeared first on Blockonomi. By Trader Edge Published April 2, 2026 13:06 UTC (8h ago) |
 | BTCC Exchange Named Official Regional Partner of the Argentine National Team
LODZ, Poland, 2nd April 2026, Chainwire The post BTCC Exchange Named Official Regional Partner of the Argentine National Team appeared first on The Daily Hodl. By Chainwire Published April 2, 2026 13:05 UTC (8h ago) |
| Battalion Oil (BATL) Plunges Over 50% Following Mass Insider Sales and Quarterly Losses
Battalion Oil (BATL) stock crashed 51% in five days after major shareholders sold millions of shares, Q4 losses hit $12.5M, and NYSE issued a compliance warning. The post Battalion Oil (BATL) Plunges Over 50% Following Mass Insider Sales and Quarterly Losses appeared first on Blockonomi. By Trader Edge Published April 2, 2026 13:05 UTC (8h ago) |
| Sky Quarry (SKYQ) Stock Soars 120% as Oil Prices Spike and West Coast Refineries Shut Down
Sky Quarry (SKYQ) stock rockets 120% as oil prices surge past $112 and California refinery closures make Nevada's only refinery more strategic. The post Sky Quarry (SKYQ) Stock Soars 120% as Oil Prices Spike and West Coast Refineries Shut Down appeared first on Blockonomi. By Trader Edge Published April 2, 2026 13:04 UTC (8h ago) |
| Stellar (XLM) Outpaces Ripple and XRP in RWA Tokenization Race, 32 Billion SHIB Withdrawn as Shiba Inu Coin Exchange Exodus Resumes, Apple Futures Now Live on Binance: Morning Crypto Report
Stellar (XLM) leads the RWA race, Shiba Inu (SHIB) hits 2023 exchange lows and Apple futures land on Binance. Plus, why $100 oil is the new Bitcoin trap. By Gamza Khanzadaev Published April 2, 2026 13:04 UTC (8h ago) |
 | Tokyo-Listed Metaplanet Vaults Into Top 3 Corporate Bitcoin Holders With Massive 40,177 BTC Stockpile
Metaplanet maintained its aggressive buying spree through Q1 2026, scooping up 5,075 BTC for an eye-popping $406 million at an average price of about $79,898 per Bitcoin. By Brenda Ngari Published April 2, 2026 13:02 UTC (8h ago) |
 | Crypto Exchange Bithumb Pushes IPO Past 2028 As Cleanup Effort Continues
Bithumb is now looking at an initial public offering sometime after 2028, a further slip from its earlier 2025 target, after a year of compliance trouble, board changes, and a costly internal blunder that briefly showed more than $40 billion in fake balances on its books. According to reports tied to the company’s shareholder meeting, […] By Christian Encila Published April 2, 2026 13:00 UTC (9h ago) |
 | Coinbase’s AI payments system joins Linux Foundation, gathers support from Google, Stripe, AWS and others
The Coinbase-engineered agentic commerce protocol x402 has garnered support from a long list of big names like Google, Cloudflare and Stripe. By Ian Allison Published April 2, 2026 13:00 UTC (9h ago) |
 | Trump’s Iran speech signals escalation, dims ceasefire odds
Trump's speech exacerbates tensions, impacting market confidence and complicating diplomatic efforts for a near-term resolution. The post Trump’s Iran speech signals escalation, dims ceasefire odds appeared first on Crypto Briefing. By Estefano Gomez Published April 2, 2026 12:59 UTC (9h ago) |
 | Riot wallet outflow adds to selling wave among listed Bitcoin miners
Arkham data linked a 500 BTC outflow to Riot Platforms, worth roughly $34 million, as Bitcoin miners and treasury companies navigate listing pressures and volatile market conditions. By Christina Comben Published April 2, 2026 12:55 UTC (9h ago) |
 | Sui Crypto (SUI) Price Prediction 2026, 2027-2030: Is This the Best Time to Buy SUI?
The post Sui Crypto (SUI) Price Prediction 2026, 2027-2030: Is This the Best Time to Buy SUI? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Story Highlights The live price of SUI crypto is . SUI shows strong bullish momentum in early 2026, backed by rising TVL, ecosystem growth, and renewed investor confidence. If key resistance breaks, SUI could... By Yash Jain Published April 2, 2026 12:54 UTC (9h ago) |
 | Why Would Global Banks Use XRP and Drive Up Its Price If Ripple Holds 38B Tokens?
A fresh debate is unfolding in the XRP community about whether global banks could realistically adopt XRP, given Ripple’s massive token holdings. XRP commentator Mason Versluis raised the question on X. Visit Website By Abdulkarim Abdulwahab Published April 2, 2026 12:52 UTC (9h ago) |
 | Binance Commits $500K to Scale National Ukraine Web3 Ecosystem Growth
Binance deploys capital and infrastructure to accelerate Ukraine’s Web3 ecosystem, opening funding and mentorship pipelines that could reshape digital resilience and unlock scalable blockchain innovation across critical sectors. Binance Launches Ukraine Digital Resilience Web3 Initiative Binance, a global cryptocurrency exchange, launched a... By Kevin Helms Published April 2, 2026 12:52 UTC (9h ago) |
 | STO Price Prediction: StakeStone Jumps 200% – What’s Driving the Rally?
The post STO Price Prediction: StakeStone Jumps 200% – What’s Driving the Rally? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News StakeStone (STO) has emerged as one of the market’s top performers, surging over 200% in just 24 hours and capturing significant market attention. The rally comes amid a sharp spike in trading volume, aggressive whale activity,... By Shubham Vishwakarma Published April 2, 2026 12:49 UTC (9h ago) |
 | Canada’s bid to ban crypto donations highlights transparency issue
A new bill in Canada would ban crypto donations to political parties, a move which election overseers have supported in past recommendations to Parliament. By Aaron Wood Published April 2, 2026 12:49 UTC (9h ago) |