Cardano Eyes Retail Push As Market Watches US–Iran Ceasefire
While BTC holds near $75,000 with dominance hovering at 60%, Cardano is seeing rising volumes, a trait of an "accumulation market.” Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By DailyCoin Team 4/21/2026, 3:08:00 PM
5 Morgan Stanley Stock Picks Leading the 2026 Investment Strategy
Morgan Stanley identifies five premier stock picks for 2026: Affirm, UnitedHealth, Meta, CrowdStrike, and Seagate. Discover why these equities stand out. The post 5 Morgan Stanley Stock Picks Leading the 2026 Investment Strategy appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 4/21/2026, 3:06:34 PM
Tesla (TSLA) Stock: Analysts Clash on Valuation Before Wednesday’s Q1 Earnings
Tesla (TSLA) stock faces divided analyst sentiment ahead of Q1 earnings. Jefferies holds at $350, BofA buys at $460. Robotaxi rollout takes center stage. The post Tesla (TSLA) Stock: Analysts Clash on Valuation Before Wednesday’s Q1 Earnings appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 4/21/2026, 3:00:47 PM
Top 10 Free AI Stock Trading Bots in 2026 for Beginners: Passive Income Guide
Artificial intelligence is completely transforming the way beginners enter the stock market. By 2026, more and more new investors are moving away from manual analysis and constant screen-watching, turning instead to AI trading bots for automated investing. With markets fluctuating rapidly, emotional decision-making often leads to losses. AI...
By Michelle DG 4/21/2026, 3:00:08 PM
Coinbase advisory board says quantum computing threat is on the horizon, crypto needs a plan
The 50-page paper concludes that while today’s blockchains remain secure, a future “fault-tolerant quantum computer” capable of breaking widely used encryption is increasingly plausible, and preparation must begin now.
By Margaux Nijkerk 4/21/2026, 3:00:00 PM
Pakistan awaits Iran’s confirmation for US peace talks as ceasefire expires
The uncertainty surrounding Iran's participation in peace talks highlights the fragile nature of diplomatic efforts and market volatility. The post Pakistan awaits Iran’s confirmation for US peace talks as ceasefire expires appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/21/2026, 2:59:00 PM
Pakistan mediates as Iran delays response on US ceasefire extension
The uncertainty in Iran's response could destabilize regional diplomacy, affecting market confidence and future US-Iran negotiations. The post Pakistan mediates as Iran delays response on US ceasefire extension appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/21/2026, 2:56:32 PM
3M (MMM) Stock Climbs After First Quarter Earnings Surpass Expectations
3M (MMM) stock rose 1.6% after Q1 earnings of $2.14 per share beat estimates. Company reaffirms 2026 guidance of $8.50-$8.70 despite market headwinds. The post 3M (MMM) Stock Climbs After First Quarter Earnings Surpass Expectations appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 4/21/2026, 2:54:39 PM
US VP Vance, Iran’s Ghalibaf arrive in Islamabad for peace talks
The peace talks in Islamabad could influence regional stability and impact global diplomatic relations, with market reactions reflecting uncertainty. The post US VP Vance, Iran’s Ghalibaf arrive in Islamabad for peace talks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/21/2026, 2:52:47 PM
Brad Jacobs: Integrating generative AI with traditional industries is key, QXO’s acquisition of TopBuild transforms market position, and data centers drive growth opportunities | Odd Lots
QXO's $17 billion TopBuild acquisition cements its position as a leading building products distributor in North America. The post Brad Jacobs: Integrating generative AI with traditional industries is key, QXO’s acquisition of TopBuild transforms market position, and data centers drive growth opportunities | Odd Lots appeared first on Crypto...
By Editorial Team 4/21/2026, 2:52:15 PM
HTX’s growth trajectory puts in on scale with top-tier exchanges: report
HTX has quietly turned a $3.3 trillion trading year and a years‑long proof‑of‑reserves streak into its main argument for staying relevant in the post‑FTX CEX era. In a sector crowded with more than 500 trading venues, HTX stands out as…
By Andrew Folkler 4/21/2026, 2:52:12 PM
Taiwan president cancels Africa trip amid Chinese pressure
The canceled trip highlights China's strategic use of diplomatic pressure, impacting Taiwan's global engagements without military escalation. The post Taiwan president cancels Africa trip amid Chinese pressure appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/21/2026, 2:52:03 PM
Fed Chair nominee Warsh calls for major Fed policy reforms
Warsh's proposed Fed policy reforms could lead to prolonged higher interest rates, impacting market expectations and economic strategies. The post Fed Chair nominee Warsh calls for major Fed policy reforms appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/21/2026, 2:51:00 PM
Three reasons why Pi network price could surge to $0.20 soon
Pi Network price has dropped 10% from its weekend high, ending even lower than where it began the week. Despite this, the token could be preparing for a turnaround as three catalysts align to support a bullish recovery. According to…
By Rony Roy 4/21/2026, 2:49:59 PM
Alchemy Brings $4T Infrastructure to Injective (INJ)Blockchain
Alchemy integrates with Injective, enabling developers to build high-speed, onchain finance apps with $4 trillion-backed infrastructure. (Read More)
By N/A 4/21/2026, 2:49:53 PM
Warsh calls for Fed policy overhaul, signals hawkish shift in Senate testimony
Warsh's proposed Fed policy overhaul could lead to a more hawkish stance, impacting inflation control and financial market expectations. The post Warsh calls for Fed policy overhaul, signals hawkish shift in Senate testimony appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/21/2026, 2:48:57 PM
DoorDash (DASH) Teams Up With Tempo Blockchain for Stablecoin Payment Solutions
DoorDash (DASH) partners with Tempo blockchain to offer stablecoin payouts to merchants worldwide, joining the $33 trillion stablecoin payment revolution. The post DoorDash (DASH) Teams Up With Tempo Blockchain for Stablecoin Payment Solutions appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 4/21/2026, 2:48:25 PM
BitMEX and Zodia Custody Launch Secure Off-Exchange Trading Solution
BitMEX partners with Zodia Custody on Interchange, delivering secure off-exchange derivatives trading with asset segregation for institutional investors. The post BitMEX and Zodia Custody Launch Secure Off-Exchange Trading Solution appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Oliver Dale 4/21/2026, 2:48:16 PM
Intel (INTC) Stock Surges on Triple Analyst Upgrade Wave Ahead of Earnings
Intel (INTC) stock climbs as three analysts upgrade ratings in one day, pointing to AI server CPU strength and recovery potential through 2027. The post Intel (INTC) Stock Surges on Triple Analyst Upgrade Wave Ahead of Earnings appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 4/21/2026, 2:48:14 PM
Intel (INTC) Stock Surges on Triple Analyst Upgrade – What Wall Street Sees Now
Intel (INTC) stock climbs as three analysts upgrade ratings and boost price targets, pointing to strong AI server CPU demand ahead of Q1 earnings report. The post Intel (INTC) Stock Surges on Triple Analyst Upgrade – What Wall Street Sees Now appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 4/21/2026, 2:47:57 PM
Kevin Warsh criticizes Fed, calls for policy shift amid zero rate hike odds
Warsh's critique suggests potential shifts in Fed policy, impacting market expectations and possibly leading to more dovish monetary strategies. The post Kevin Warsh criticizes Fed, calls for policy shift amid zero rate hike odds appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/21/2026, 2:47:24 PM
Japanese Government Bond Collateral Goes Onchain in New JSCC and Mizuho Blockchain Pilot
Japan Securities Clearing Corporation, Mizuho Financial Group, and Nomura Holdings have launched a proof-of-concept (PoC) trial to manage Japanese government bond (JGB) collateral on the Canton Network blockchain. Key Takeaways: JSCC, Mizuho, and Nomura launched a PoC on April 20, 2026, to test JGB digital collateral on the Canton Network. The...
By Jamie Redman 4/21/2026, 2:46:55 PM
EU eyes US jet fuel imports amid Iran conflict-induced shortages
The EU's shift to US jet fuel highlights vulnerabilities in global supply chains, potentially driving up prices and altering trade dynamics. The post EU eyes US jet fuel imports amid Iran conflict-induced shortages appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/21/2026, 2:42:40 PM
UK Unveils New Payment Rules for Stablecoins, Tokenized Assets
UK Treasury introduces reforms to integrate stablecoins, tokenized deposits into payments system, appoints Chris Woolard to lead digital strategy. (Read More)
By N/A 4/21/2026, 2:41:53 PM
Interactive Brokers (IBKR) Q1 2026 Earnings Preview: Can Premium Valuation Hold?
Interactive Brokers (IBKR) delivers Q1 2026 earnings today. Analysts project $0.60 EPS and $1.68B revenue, but stock trades above price targets at 36.8x P/E. The post Interactive Brokers (IBKR) Q1 2026 Earnings Preview: Can Premium Valuation Hold? appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 4/21/2026, 2:41:47 PM
Mizuho, Nomura & JSCC Just Launched a Japanese Govt Bond Blockchain Trial
The post Mizuho, Nomura & JSCC Just Launched a Japanese Govt Bond Blockchain Trial appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News On April 20, Japan’s biggest financial institutions launched a trial to put Japanese Government Bonds on a blockchain. Japan Securities Clearing Corporation, Mizuho Financial Group, Nomura Holdings and Digital Asset Holdings...
By Zafar Naik 4/21/2026, 2:37:43 PM
Strong economic data dims April 2026 Fed rate cut expectations
Diminished rate cut expectations could sustain higher borrowing costs, impacting consumer spending and business investments in 2026. The post Strong economic data dims April 2026 Fed rate cut expectations appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/21/2026, 2:36:40 PM
Lucid (LCID) Stock Surges as Uber Increases Stake to $500M and Expands Autonomous Fleet Order
Lucid (LCID) stock gained ~5% after Uber revealed an 11.5% stake worth $500M and expanded its robo-taxi vehicle order to 35,000 Lucid cars. The post Lucid (LCID) Stock Surges as Uber Increases Stake to $500M and Expands Autonomous Fleet Order appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 4/21/2026, 2:35:51 PM
Webull (BULL) Stock Climbs on $100M Share Repurchase Announcement
Webull (BULL) stock rises 9% in premarket after announcing a $100M share buyback program. Analysts maintain Strong Buy with $11.67 price target. The post Webull (BULL) Stock Climbs on $100M Share Repurchase Announcement appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 4/21/2026, 2:35:03 PM
Mezo’s MEZO and MUSD go live on Bullish Exchange
Bitcoin-native lending protocol Mezo has listed its MEZO governance token and MUSD stablecoin on Bullish Exchange, an institutional digital asset … Continue reading The post Mezo’s MEZO and MUSD go live on Bullish Exchange appeared first on Finbold.
By Diana Paluteder 4/21/2026, 2:34:35 PM
Astera Labs (ALAB) Stock Jumps 10% on RBC’s $250 Price Target Upgrade
Astera Labs (ALAB) stock jumps 10% as RBC raises price target to $250 on Scorpio-X revenue outlook. UBS initiates neutral coverage at $180 target. The post Astera Labs (ALAB) Stock Jumps 10% on RBC’s $250 Price Target Upgrade appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 4/21/2026, 2:34:34 PM
Crypto Hacks Reach $17B, Private Key Breaches Lead Losses
Over $17B was stolen in crypto hacks over 10 years, with private key compromises and phishing attacks emerging as major vulnerabilities. (Read More)
By N/A 4/21/2026, 2:32:53 PM
Iran blocks Strait of Hormuz, disrupting global oil supply
The blockade highlights vulnerabilities in global oil logistics, prompting potential geopolitical shifts and strategic energy policy adjustments. The post Iran blocks Strait of Hormuz, disrupting global oil supply appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/21/2026, 2:32:38 PM
BlackRock adds $284M to Bitcoin ETF amid $80K price focus
Institutional confidence in Bitcoin's near-term growth could drive significant market shifts, contingent on geopolitical stability and ETF actions. The post BlackRock adds $284M to Bitcoin ETF amid $80K price focus appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/21/2026, 2:31:29 PM
Cut the red tape: 39 financial giants demand an emergency fast-track for Europe's blockchain pilot
The firms requested separating the DLT pilot regime from a larger package of 18 financial laws to allow for quicker updates and build real markets.
By Francisco Rodrigues 4/21/2026, 2:30:11 PM
Group of 39 firms urge EU to fast-track DLT rules, warn of lagging the US
A 39-member coalition including Nasdaq urged the EU to fast-track DLT pilot changes, warning Europe could lose ground to the US in tokenized finance.
By Amin Haqshanas 4/21/2026, 2:29:11 PM
Maersk advises avoiding Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing military threats
The advisory highlights potential long-term disruptions in global shipping routes, affecting trade stability and economic forecasts. The post Maersk advises avoiding Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing military threats appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/21/2026, 2:28:10 PM
Houthi leader calls for resistance, complicates US-Iran talks
The Houthi leader's call for resistance may exacerbate regional tensions, hindering diplomatic progress and reducing chances for peace. The post Houthi leader calls for resistance, complicates US-Iran talks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/21/2026, 2:27:12 PM
Trump disappointed if Warsh doesn’t cut rates, Fed markets stable
Trump's influence on Fed policy is limited, highlighting the independence of monetary policy amid geopolitical and inflationary pressures. The post Trump disappointed if Warsh doesn’t cut rates, Fed markets stable appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/21/2026, 2:25:47 PM
UK invites crypto giant Bybit to London to win over some of UAE’s innovation shine
Bybit CEO Ben Zhou was invited to meetings in the U.K. this week with government-linked bodies including the FCA and House of Lords.
By Ian Allison 4/21/2026, 2:25:45 PM
Kevin Warsh’s Fed confirmation in doubt amid Powell probe
The uncertainty surrounding Warsh's confirmation could impact market stability and influence future Fed leadership dynamics. The post Kevin Warsh’s Fed confirmation in doubt amid Powell probe appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/21/2026, 2:24:57 PM
Ripple sets 2028 deadline to harden XRPL after Google’s quantum research sharpens attack risk
Ripple is building a multi-stage plan to prepare the XRP Ledger (XRPL) for an eventual shift to post-quantum cryptography, setting a 2028 target for full readiness. This comes as advances in quantum computing force blockchain developers to think more concretely about how existing security systems may need to change in preparation for “Q-day.” The...
By Oluwapelumi Adejumo 4/21/2026, 2:24:16 PM
European banks are at risk of losing customers to rivals with better crypto tools
A new study found that while European investors find crypto complex, they are increasingly willing to switch banks to find a trusted partner that offers secure and regulated digital asset services.
By Helene Braun 4/21/2026, 2:21:59 PM
Trump signals strong US stance on Iran, peace deal odds drop
Trump's firm stance on Iran may prolong tensions, affecting global markets and diplomatic relations, with limited short-term peace prospects. The post Trump signals strong US stance on Iran, peace deal odds drop appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/21/2026, 2:20:02 PM
DoorDash is bringing stablecoin payments to masses with Stripe-backed blockchain
The delivery service is working with the Stripe-led blockchain firm Tempo to bring stablecoin payouts to its global marketplace, replacing fragmented regional rails.
By Krisztian Sandor 4/21/2026, 2:18:51 PM
Uber (UBER) Stock: Analyst Projects 47% Rally on Strong Booking Trends
TD Cowen projects 47% upside for Uber (UBER) stock with $114 price target, citing strong bookings growth, AV partnerships, and Delivery expansion. The post Uber (UBER) Stock: Analyst Projects 47% Rally on Strong Booking Trends appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 4/21/2026, 2:18:41 PM
Arbitrum Freezes $70 Million in ETH Linked to KelpDAO Exploit in Emergency Security Move
Arbitrum's Security Council froze exploiter-held ETH after coordinating with law enforcement.
By Chayanika Deka 4/21/2026, 2:17:52 PM
Is Tron Price Overheated Condition Doesn’t Care About Bullish Data?
The post Is Tron Price Overheated Condition Doesn’t Care About Bullish Data? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News TRON price looks bullish based on social feeds and rising stablecoins data, yet the chart just… shrugs. While headlines scream about rising stablecoin supply and Justin Sun’s decentralization claims, TRON price action is barely...
By Yash Jain 4/21/2026, 2:17:51 PM
US inflation rises in March, energy costs surge amid Iran conflict
Rising inflation may prompt tighter monetary policy, potentially impacting market stability and increasing volatility in asset prices. The post US inflation rises in March, energy costs surge amid Iran conflict appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/21/2026, 2:17:05 PM
DeFi Development Corp. Brings Treasury Accelerator Program to Japan with Allied Architects Investment
TLDR: DFDV announces a strategic equity investment in Allied Architects, its first move into the Japanese market. Japan is named a top crypto growth market, driven by regulatory clarity and institutional digital asset adoption. Allied Architects becomes the first Japanese public company backed under the Treasury Accelerator Program. South Korea is...
By Brenda Mary 4/21/2026, 2:15:22 PM