Crypto Slides as Fed Holds Rates in Rarely Split Decision, Dimming Hopes for Cuts
Bitcoin slipped below $75,000 after the Fed held rates at 3.5% to 3.75% in a rare 8-4 vote, cooling hopes for faster cuts as inflation and leadership uncertainty weigh on crypto markets. The post Crypto Slides as Fed Holds Rates in Rarely Split Decision, Dimming Hopes for Cuts appeared first on Crypto News Australia.
By Jos Oramas 4/30/2026, 6:06:45 AM
XRP Goes Mainstream in Japan with Rakuten Integration
Rakuten Wallet has officially launched XRP spot trading and real-world payment functionalities.
By Alex Dovbnya 4/30/2026, 6:05:56 AM
Bitcoin slides toward $75,000, ETH, SOL, XRP drop as oil hits four-year high
Crypto sold off across the board with bitcoin down 2.1% and ether off 3.4% as Brent crude surged 7.1% to $126 a barrel on reports President Trump is being briefed on military options for Iran.
By Shaurya Malwa 4/30/2026, 6:02:31 AM
Stripe Unveils Major Treasury Upgrade at Stripe Sessions
The post Stripe Unveils Major Treasury Upgrade at Stripe Sessions appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Stripe has upgraded its Treasury platform at Stripe Sessions, enabling businesses to hold and manage funds in multiple currencies and stablecoins. The update also allows instant, free transfers between US businesses on Stripe and global...
By Sohrab Khawas 4/30/2026, 5:52:12 AM
XRP News Today: 44 Million Rakuten Pay Users Get Direct Access to XRP in Biggest Japan Rollout Yet
The post XRP News Today: 44 Million Rakuten Pay Users Get Direct Access to XRP in Biggest Japan Rollout Yet appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News RippleX has announced that users of Rakuten Wallet can now convert Rakuten Points directly into XRP, trade it in-app, and spend it across more than 5 million merchant locations, marking one of the...
By Debashree Patra 4/30/2026, 5:47:54 AM
Bullish Links With Ripple Prime to Unlock Bitcoin Options for Institutions
Amid the growing competition for institutional crypto inflows, Bullish Exchange has launched a new integration that lets Ripple Prime clients trade Bitcoin options. The post Bullish Links With Ripple Prime to Unlock Bitcoin Options for Institutions appeared first on Crypto News Australia.
By Jody McDonald 4/30/2026, 5:43:03 AM
OKX publishes open protocol enabling AI agents to quote, escrow and settle autonomously
OKX's protocol could revolutionize AI-driven commerce by enabling autonomous transactions, potentially reducing human intervention in business operations. The post OKX publishes open protocol enabling AI agents to quote, escrow and settle autonomously appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 4/30/2026, 5:35:18 AM
Maduro Raid Commando Pleads Not Guilty After $400K Polymarket Bet on His Own Mission
U.S. Army Master Sergeant Gannon Ken Van Dyke pleaded not guilty Tuesday to five federal charges over a series of Polymarket bets that turned $33,000 into more than $404,000, in what prosecutors describe as the first insider-trading case ever filed against a prediction-markets trader. Key Takeaways: Van Dyke pleads not guilty to five federal...
By Luci Kelemen 4/30/2026, 5:30:57 AM
Twenty One Capital jumps as Tether backs Strike merger plan
Twenty One Capital rose after hours as Tether backed proposed mergers with Strike and Elektron to expand its Bitcoin-focused platform.
By Olivia Stephanie 4/30/2026, 5:20:55 AM
Hyperliquid Unveils Outcome Token Fees as Prediction Market Push Heats Up
Hyperliquid published testnet outcome-token fee rules with no charge to open trades, positioning HIP-4 for prediction markets after the sector hit $63.5 billion in 2025 trading volume. The post Hyperliquid Unveils Outcome Token Fees as Prediction Market Push Heats Up appeared first on Crypto News Australia.
By Jody McDonald 4/30/2026, 5:20:00 AM
Dogecoin (DOGE) Jumps Past $0.10, Bulls Eye Extended Upside Move
Dogecoin started a fresh increase from the $0.0950 zone against the US Dollar. DOGE is now facing hurdles near $0.1075 and might aim for a larger rally. DOGE price started a decent upward move above $0.100 and $0.1050. The price is trading above the $0.1040 level and the 100-hourly simple moving average. There is a key bullish trend line forming...
By Aayush Jindal 4/30/2026, 5:08:18 AM
Visa Expands Stablecoin Pilot to Polygon and New Chains as Settlement Trials Grow
Visa’s stablecoin pilot now spans nine blockchains, as the payments firm scales testing of blockchain-based settlement across global partners. The post Visa Expands Stablecoin Pilot to Polygon and New Chains as Settlement Trials Grow appeared first on Crypto News Australia.
By Rachel Lourdesamy 4/30/2026, 5:05:11 AM
Hedera (HBAR) Price Prediction 2026, 2027 – 2030: Will HBAR Price Hit $1?
The post Hedera (HBAR) Price Prediction 2026, 2027 – 2030: Will HBAR Price Hit $1? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Story Highlights The live price of Hedera crypto is . HBAR price prediction for 2026 suggests potential highs of $1.05 Long term forecasts indicate HBAR could reach $2.20 by 2030. Hedera has been making waves in the...
By Shubham Vishwakarma 4/30/2026, 5:02:10 AM
Fake ‘HSBC’ Stablecoins Emerge Before Launch—Hong Kong Issues Warning
Hong Kong’s financial regulator has warned about fake tokens claiming to be associated with licensed stablecoin issuers HSBC and Anchorpoint. Both Anchorpoint & HSBC Confirm No Official Stablecoin Launch Yet The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) has posted a notification on its website warning the public regarding certain stablecoins floating...
By Keshav Verma 4/30/2026, 5:00:30 AM
RealOpen and TRON Verify $9.4M in USDT for Crypto-Enabled Real Estate Purchases
This sponsored press release was provided by TRON DAO and was not written by Bitcoin.com News. Bitcoin.com News does not necessarily endorse the statements made within this announcement. PRESS RELEASE. Los Angeles, California, April 29, 2026 — RealOpen, the leading platform for buying real estate with crypto, today announced the conclusion of its...
By Media 4/30/2026, 5:00:07 AM
Pi Network Price Forecast: PI under pressure as heavy deposits threaten key support
Pi Network (PI) trades below $0.1800 at press time on Thursday, under intense selling as exchange deposits cross 4 million PI tokens in 24 hours. The technical outlook for PI is turning bearish as heavy deposits threaten the 50-day Exponential Moving Average (EMA) support at $0.1780.
By N/A 4/30/2026, 5:00:00 AM
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 4/30/2026, 5:00:00 AM
Twenty One Capital rises on proposed merger with Strike and Elektron
Tether proposed that Elektron founder and CEO Raphael Zagury serve as president of the proposed merged company, while Strike's Jack Mallers would also serve in an executive role.
By Jesse Coghlan 4/30/2026, 4:58:25 AM
Hyperliquid’s HYPE token could be its prediction market weapon, Arthur Hayes says
HIP-4 could become a dominant prediction-market venue because Hyperliquid users can get economic exposure to platform usage through HYPE, unlike users of Polymarket or Kalshi.
By Sam Reynolds 4/30/2026, 4:54:23 AM
XRP and XLM outlook: Price action remains under pressure as downside pressure intensifies
Ripple (XRP) and Stellar (XLM) price action remains under pressure so far this week, with XRP and XLM extending their recent losses by over 4% and 6%, respectively.
By N/A 4/30/2026, 4:42:07 AM
Pi Network News Today: Half a Billion Tasks Done as Pi Targets the AI Human Data Market
The post Pi Network News Today: Half a Billion Tasks Done as Pi Targets the AI Human Data Market appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Pi Network has completed more than 526 million human validation tasks through a distributed workforce of over one million identity-verified participants, the project announced this week, positioning itself as...
By Debashree Patra 4/30/2026, 4:31:15 AM
US Court Sentences French National to 8 Years in $470M Crypto Laundering Case
A U.S. court sentenced Maximilien de Hoop Cartier to eight years in prison for helping launder more than $470 million through an unlicensed crypto exchange. Prosecutors said the network used U.S. banks, shell companies, and crypto accounts to move criminal proceeds overseas. Key Takeaways: Authorities sentenced a French national to eight years for...
By Kevin Helms 4/30/2026, 4:30:39 AM
Trump rejects Iran proposal, keeps naval blockade amid nuclear deal stalemate
The ongoing blockade heightens geopolitical tensions, potentially driving up oil prices and increasing market volatility amid diplomatic uncertainty. The post Trump rejects Iran proposal, keeps naval blockade amid nuclear deal stalemate appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/30/2026, 4:21:56 AM
XRP Price Softens Further, Grinding Losses Test Bullish Patience
XRP price extended losses and traded below $1.380. The price is now consolidating losses and faces hurdles near $1.3840 and $1.40. XRP price started another decline and traded below the $1.3840 zone. The price is now trading below $1.380 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There is a bearish trend line forming with resistance at $1.3840 on...
By Aayush Jindal 4/30/2026, 4:08:02 AM
Iranian jet bombs US base in Kuwait, challenges air defense systems
The incident underscores vulnerabilities in US air defenses, potentially prompting more aggressive military strategies and policy shifts. The post Iranian jet bombs US base in Kuwait, challenges air defense systems appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/30/2026, 4:06:06 AM
Bitcoin $90,000 Predictions Surge Across Social Media—Contrarian Signal?
Social media data shows trader calls for $90,000+ Bitcoin prices have registered a spike recently, a potential sign of FOMO brewing in the market. Bitcoin Has Seen An Uptick In Greedy Social Media Calls In a new post on X, analytics firm Santiment has talked about where the social media crowd is expecting Bitcoin to go next. The indicator of...
By Keshav Verma 4/30/2026, 4:00:33 AM
Ripple partners with Kbank to boost XRP institutional demand in South Korea
Ripple's partnership with Kbank could significantly enhance institutional crypto adoption in South Korea, influencing regional market dynamics. The post Ripple partners with Kbank to boost XRP institutional demand in South Korea appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/30/2026, 3:54:59 AM
CENTCOM to brief Trump on unprecedented military options against Iran
The briefing could significantly impact market sentiment and geopolitical stability, potentially altering Iran's internal dynamics and leadership. The post CENTCOM to brief Trump on unprecedented military options against Iran appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/30/2026, 3:51:34 AM
Crypto Overview: Fed decision triggers $500 million in liquidations – Terra Classic, Dogecoin lead gains
Bitcoin (BTC) stalls above $76,000 at press time on Thursday as the US Federal Reserve keeps the interest rates steady. Still, the short-term volatility surge triggered over $500 million in liquidations within 24 hours.
By N/A 4/30/2026, 3:48:32 AM
Top Cardano (ADA) Price Predictions as of Late
"Whoever thinks Cardano is dead has clearly not been through other bear markets," one analyst argued.
By Dimitar Dzhondzhorov 4/30/2026, 3:46:53 AM
US Army eyes control of Strait of Hormuz amid rising tensions
Increased U.S. military presence in the Strait of Hormuz could escalate tensions, disrupt oil supply, and maintain market volatility. The post US Army eyes control of Strait of Hormuz amid rising tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/30/2026, 3:39:40 AM
Meme Coins Price Prediction: DOGE surges, Shiba Inu, Pepe await breakout signals
Dogecoin (DOGE) extends its upward momentum on Thursday, trading above $0.106 and leading gains among major meme coins. Meanwhile, Shiba Inu (SHIB) and Pepe (PEPE) remain range-bound, signaling a pause in momentum as both meme coins consolidate near key resistance levels.
By N/A 4/30/2026, 3:34:17 AM
US, UAE and China joint effort dismantles 9 crypto scam centers
In another police action, European police arrested ten people and took down three scam centers, estimated to have stolen over $58 million from victims around the world.
By Stephen Katte 4/30/2026, 3:31:48 AM
Bitcoin’s Rally Is Being Supercharged By Strategy, According To Bitwise
If Strategy keeps buying at its current pace, it could surpass Bitcoin’s pseudonymous creator Satoshi Nakamoto as the largest single holder of the cryptocurrency within two years. Related Reading: Crypto Crackdown Refocused: FBI, DOJ Zero In On Bad Actors, Not Code Creators That projection, from Galaxy Digital research head Alex Thorn, puts into...
By Christian Encila 4/30/2026, 3:30:21 AM
Hong Kong Central Bank Flags Fake HSBC Tokens Circulating Ahead of Launch
Hong Kong’s central bank warned that fraudulent tokens claiming links to HSBC and licensed issuers are circulating, even though no regulated stablecoins have been issued in the market. Key Takeaways: Hong Kong warned unauthorized tokens are misusing names of licensed stablecoin issuers. HSBC and Anchorpoint denied links to tokens labeled HKDAP and...
By Kevin Helms 4/30/2026, 3:30:14 AM
Iranian rial hits record low amid US naval blockade intercepting oil shipments
The rial's collapse threatens Iran's economic stability, potentially increasing internal unrest and testing regime resilience amid external pressures. The post Iranian rial hits record low amid US naval blockade intercepting oil shipments appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/30/2026, 3:24:35 AM
Upbit lists MEGA token with KRW, BTC, USDT trading pairs in South Korea
The Upbit listing could significantly boost MEGA's market cap and influence South Korea's crypto trading landscape. The post Upbit lists MEGA token with KRW, BTC, USDT trading pairs in South Korea appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/30/2026, 3:18:57 AM
CENTCOM plans targeted strikes on Iran amid military escalation talks
CENTCOM's strategic strikes could destabilize regional security, impacting global oil markets and prompting shifts in international alliances. The post CENTCOM plans targeted strikes on Iran amid military escalation talks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/30/2026, 3:14:43 AM
Iran refuses to surrender enriched uranium by April 2026 deadline
Iran's stance heightens geopolitical tensions, impacting global markets and increasing uncertainty in nuclear diplomacy and regional stability. The post Iran refuses to surrender enriched uranium by April 2026 deadline appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/30/2026, 3:11:18 AM
Ethereum Price Downtrend Gains Pace—Is A Steeper Drop Ahead?
Ethereum price started a fresh decline and traded below $2,265. ETH is now consolidating above $2,220 and might struggle to recover. Ethereum started a downside correction below the $2,280 zone. The price is trading below $2,300 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There was a break below a rising channel with support at $2,295 on the hourly...
By Aayush Jindal 4/30/2026, 3:08:50 AM
Twenty One Capital seeks mergers with Strike and Elektron to build premier Bitcoin platform
The mergers could create a robust Bitcoin ecosystem, enhancing market stability and potentially driving innovation in cryptocurrency services. The post Twenty One Capital seeks mergers with Strike and Elektron to build premier Bitcoin platform appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 4/30/2026, 3:08:44 AM
Iran stockpiling missiles to counter US attacks, says Senator Kennedy
Iran's missile stockpiling heightens geopolitical tensions, influencing market perceptions of potential US-Iran conflict escalation. The post Iran stockpiling missiles to counter US attacks, says Senator Kennedy appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/30/2026, 3:07:37 AM
DOJ ends Powell probe, reducing urgency for Warsh confirmation
The DOJ's decision may stabilize Powell's tenure, reducing immediate market volatility and delaying potential leadership changes at the Fed. The post DOJ ends Powell probe, reducing urgency for Warsh confirmation appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/30/2026, 3:05:02 AM
Bond market sees higher odds of Fed rate hike by year-end amid inflation concerns
Persistent inflation and geopolitical tensions may prompt tighter monetary policy, impacting economic growth and market stability. The post Bond market sees higher odds of Fed rate hike by year-end amid inflation concerns appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/30/2026, 3:01:43 AM
Hyperliquid Jumps Into The Betting Boom With New ‘Outcome Tokens’ For Real-World Events
Hyperliquid (HYPE), one of the fastest-growing decentralized exchanges in crypto, is moving into prediction markets with a proposal aimed at competing with Polymarket and Kalshi. Bloomberg reported Wednesday that Hyperliquid is testing a new system upgrade called HIP-4, designed to let traders bet on real-world outcomes on a platform that has...
By Ronaldo Marquez 4/30/2026, 3:00:56 AM
Bitcoin stalls at $75K as Fed rate decision, STH profit-taking weigh on price
Bitcoin remained under pressure on Wednesday, falling below $76,000 after the Federal Reserve (Fed) left interest rates unchanged.
By N/A 4/30/2026, 3:00:24 AM
BlackRock’s Fawcett sees Fed rate cuts unlikely before December
Persistent inflation and geopolitical tensions may delay economic relief, impacting market stability and investor confidence until year-end. The post BlackRock’s Fawcett sees Fed rate cuts unlikely before December appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/30/2026, 3:00:01 AM
Ripple partners with Kbank to deploy institutional-grade digital asset wallets
Ripple's partnership with Kbank could accelerate institutional adoption of digital assets, influencing market dynamics and XRP's valuation. The post Ripple partners with Kbank to deploy institutional-grade digital asset wallets appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/30/2026, 2:36:25 AM
Mass rallies in Iran show support for leadership on Imam Reza anniversary
The rallies bolster regime stability perceptions, impacting market odds on leadership change, yet internal dissent remains a key watchpoint. The post Mass rallies in Iran show support for leadership on Imam Reza anniversary appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/30/2026, 2:32:55 AM
Bitcoin Price Weakness Grows, Traders Brace For Further Downside
Bitcoin price started a fresh decline below the $76,500 zone. BTC is consolidating and might struggle to stay above the $75,000 support. Bitcoin failed to stay above $76,500 and extended losses. The price is trading below $76,200 and the 100 hourly simple moving average. There is a bearish trend line forming with resistance at $77,200 on the...
By Aayush Jindal 4/30/2026, 2:31:25 AM