Bitcoin Falls To ‘Bottom Discovery’ Zone — What Does This Mean?
Bitcoin continues to trade within a narrow range, hovering around $66,500 going into the week. While price action still appears subdued, recent on-chain data suggests this period of consolidation could be signaling the formation of a market bottom. Supply In Profit Drops To 11.3 Million BTC In a Quicktake post on the CryptoQuant platform, on-chain...
By Opeyemi Sule 4/4/2026, 5:00:27 PM
Limited time left to buy BlockDAG at $0.000022 while Pippin dumps and Dogecoin stalls
BlockDAG stands out among the top crypto gainers with a limited $0.000022 entry price, as the Pippin crypto price drops and the Dogecoin price prediction remains uncertain. Sentiment across crypto sits at extreme fear right now, with the Fear &…
By Guest Post 4/4/2026, 5:00:00 PM
Gold Reserves Top $4 Trillion, Surpassing Foreign-Held U.S. Treasuries for the First Time
TLDR: Central bank gold holdings crossed $4 trillion, exceeding $3.9 trillion in foreign-held U.S. Treasuries in early 2026. Global central banks purchased 863 tonnes of gold in 2025, marking three consecutive years of record-level buying. Gold dropped from $5,608 to $4,676 amid Iran war inflation pressures, yet institutional price targets remain...
By Brenda Mary 4/4/2026, 4:59:16 PM
Taurox (TAUX) Pre-KYA Opening Announcement Secures Renewed Interest From (Ripple) Investors
XRP trades near $1.32. April has recorded the highest average monthly returns for XRP since 2014 at 24.8%. The OCC final rule took effect on April 1, enabling Ripple’s conditionally approved National Trust Bank to move forward with expanded digital asset custody operations, while the Senate Banking Committee markup of the CLARITY Act remains...
By PR Desk 4/4/2026, 4:53:00 PM
IRGC Uses USDT on Tron to Fund Hormuz Toll Operations Beyond U.S. Financial Reach
TLDR: The IRGC collected Hormuz transit tolls in USDT via Tron, settling payments in seconds outside U.S. banking systems. Chainalysis reported the IRGC moved $3 billion through cryptocurrency in 2025, with over 50% of Iranian crypto activity linked to it. TRM Labs traced $1 billion in IRGC flows through Zedcex and Zedxion, both later designated...
By Brenda Mary 4/4/2026, 4:51:59 PM
Ex-UK Chancellor backs bitcoin as alternative to failing systems
Kwasi Kwarteng reflects on current UK market turmoil, fiscal “doom loop,” and his move into bitcoin with Stack BTC.
By James Van Straten 4/4/2026, 4:44:48 PM
Hormuz Blockade Sends Japan’s 10-Year Bond Yield to 25-Year High
Japan’s 10-year government bond yield climbed to its highest level since 1999 after Iran effectively shut down tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, sending oil prices above $113 per barrel and forcing Tokyo to tap its strategic reserves at a record pace. Key Takeaways: Japan’s 10-year bond yield hit 2.39% by early April 2026, […]
By Jamie Redman 4/4/2026, 4:42:03 PM
SUI Price Stalls at $0.82 as TVL Flatlines Near $550M
SUI price hints at a short term consolidation trend $1.08 and $0.82. Total value locked (TVL) in Sui…
By Sahil Mahadik 4/4/2026, 4:35:42 PM
The Infrastructure Behind the Next Era of Capital Markets Is Being Built on Chainlink and Swift
TLDR: Swift completed a tokenized bond interoperability trial with BNP Paribas, Intesa Sanpaolo, and Société Générale using Chainlink. Chainlink CCIP enabled cross-chain settlement of tokenized assets across 12+ major financial institutions including Citi and BNY Mellon. AI models achieved nearly 100% data consensus on corporate actions records...
By Brenda Mary 4/4/2026, 4:34:28 PM
Digital asset treasuries must now earn their keep
For treasuries to do so and stay competitive, Kiernan unpacks three broad strategies that are emerging.
By Sean Kiernan 4/4/2026, 4:30:00 PM
Tesla’s reliance on Chinese parts highlights US-China trade tensions
Tesla's reliance on Chinese parts underscores the complexities of global supply chains, potentially prompting shifts in trade policies and tariffs. The post Tesla’s reliance on Chinese parts highlights US-China trade tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/4/2026, 4:27:27 PM
Tesla’s reliance on Chinese components complicates US-China trade tensions
Tesla's reliance on Chinese components underscores the challenges of disentangling global supply chains amid escalating trade tensions. The post Tesla’s reliance on Chinese components complicates US-China trade tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/4/2026, 4:27:15 PM
US issues 48-hour ultimatum to Iran as missile attacks escalate tensions
The ultimatum and missile attacks heighten geopolitical instability, reducing ceasefire prospects and impacting global market confidence. The post US issues 48-hour ultimatum to Iran as missile attacks escalate tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/4/2026, 4:23:07 PM
Iran and Lebanon missile attacks on Israel prompt US 48-hour deadline for deal
The US ultimatum and missile attacks heighten geopolitical tensions, reducing ceasefire prospects and impacting market confidence. The post Iran and Lebanon missile attacks on Israel prompt US 48-hour deadline for deal appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/4/2026, 4:22:56 PM
Ripple Joins SWIFT’s Certified Partner Program, Gaining Access to a $150 Trillion Network
TLDR: Ripple Treasury is officially listed in SWIFT’s Certified Partner Program and confirmed on both directories. Banks using Ripple Treasury can now access SWIFT’s Alliance Lite2 messaging network directly. Ripple’s platform supports SWIFT, EBICS, SFTP, APIs, combining legacy and blockchain rails in one. Rather than replacing SWIFT, Ripple...
By Brenda Mary 4/4/2026, 4:10:58 PM
BTC Sees Mild Volatility as Trump Escalates With 48-Hour Iran Warning
The POTUS said 'all hell will reign down' on Iran.
By Jordan Lyanchev 4/4/2026, 4:04:37 PM
Bitcoin’s “permanent buyers” are starting to sell as debt and cash pressures mount
In July 2025, Genius Group announced it was targeting a Bitcoin treasury of 10,000 BTC, framing it as a statement of deep strategic conviction. This week, however, the company sold its last 84 BTC to pay off $8.5 million in debt and declared its treasury empty. The 18-month gap between those two moments is a […] The post Bitcoin’s “permanent...
By Andjela Radmilac 4/4/2026, 4:00:21 PM
Prediction Markets Signal April Chaos as Crypto Market Braces for Impact
The post Prediction Markets Signal April Chaos as Crypto Market Braces for Impact appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Prediction markets aren’t just side bets anymore they’re becoming the rawest form of crowd sentiment. And right now, prediction markets are painting a pretty grim picture for April. Take the Strait of Hormuz question. Just...
By Yash Jain 4/4/2026, 3:51:50 PM
Hackers Hit Android and iPhone Users’ Bank Accounts As Cybersecurity Firm Reveals 400% Surge in AI-Powered Malware Attacks
The cybersecurity firm Zimperium says banking malware attacks are skyrocketing with the assistance of artificial intelligence (AI). In a new blog post, Zimperium says malware banking attacks using AI have increased by 400% year-over-year. “What once required weeks of skilled reverse engineering now takes hours. Phishing lures are 5x more...
By Daily Hodl Staff 4/4/2026, 3:50:49 PM
ARK Invest CEO Cathie Wood Says Bitcoin’s Era of 85-95% Bear Market Crashes Is Over as Asset Matures
The CEO of ARK Invest, Cathie Wood, has stated that Bitcoin is now a proven asset and it won’t face an 85% price correction from its new All-time High (ATH) during this bear market. She gave these comments during a recent Squawk Box interview with CNBC. The statement comes as several analysts have predicted an […]
By Talha Arshad 4/4/2026, 3:35:22 PM
Dollar-Pegged Crypto Market Crosses $317B Threshold With $1.24B in Weekly Inflows
The stablecoin sector logged inflows over the past seven days, adding $1.242 billion to reach a total of $317.134 billion as of Saturday, April 4. Sky’s USDS emerged as the week’s leading gainer by inflows, climbing 9.57% during the same period. Key Takeaways: Sky’s USDS led the top ten gainers with a 9.57% weekly rise, […]
By Jamie Redman 4/4/2026, 3:33:03 PM
Crypto Hacks Dropped Sharply In Early 2026, But Experts Say The Threat Isn’t Going Away
Cybercriminals who target crypto are not operating on a fixed schedule. They move when the money moves. Related Reading: X Eyes Auto-Lock For Crypto Mentions After Tortoise Death Hoax That was the key message from Kraken’s chief security officer, Nick Percoco, who told reporters that hacking activity in the crypto space tends to spike during […]
By Christian Encila 4/4/2026, 3:30:41 PM
'Doge Not Concerned With the Bear': Dogecoin Team Reacts to Market Lull
Dogecoin (DOGE) shrugs off bearish market sentiment with playful humor.
By Tomiwabold Olajide 4/4/2026, 3:24:00 PM
Trump gives Iran 48 hours to negotiate deal as ceasefire odds plummet to 1%
Trump's ultimatum to Iran underscores the fragile state of peace talks, with markets reflecting skepticism about a swift resolution. The post Trump gives Iran 48 hours to negotiate deal as ceasefire odds plummet to 1% appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/4/2026, 3:20:15 PM
Trump issues 48-hour ultimatum to Iran amid dwindling ceasefire odds
The ultimatum heightens geopolitical tensions, potentially destabilizing markets and reducing prospects for diplomatic resolutions. The post Trump issues 48-hour ultimatum to Iran amid dwindling ceasefire odds appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/4/2026, 3:20:04 PM
XRP Price Consolidates at $1.31 as Price Faces Small Drop
Ripple (XRP) price witnessed a marginal drop on Saturday, while its price is really stuck in the consolidation…
By Rajpalsinh Parmar 4/4/2026, 3:19:46 PM
Almost 300 Million Cardano (ADA) Scooped by Whales in a Week, Fueling Bullish Outlook
Cardano (ADA) has seen a notable uptick in market interest this week, with whale activity reshaping holder sentiment.
By Newton Gitonga 4/4/2026, 3:16:22 PM
Who Is Really Selling Bitcoin? Analyst Uncovers The On-chain Dynamics
Bitcoin traded within a range-bound spell throughout March, with prices briefly rallying to $75,000 before falling back within the boundaries of the $63,000-$71,000 range. However, despite this, Bitcoin price struggles within this consolidation phase; the underlying dynamics are telling an interesting story concerning who the current distributors...
By Semilore Faleti 4/4/2026, 3:00:04 PM
The GENIUS Act’s Missing Pieces – Why May 1 is the Real Deadline
The Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for US Stablecoins Act (GENIUS Act) marked a regulatory breakthrough when Congress passed it in July 2025.
By Erie Maxwell 4/4/2026, 2:58:29 PM
Bitcoin Drops To Bottom Discovery Range For First Time In 4 Years In Sharp Selloff
Bitcoin (BTC) and the wider cryptocurrency market continue their long-sustained decline amid institutional and retail panic.
By Aliyu Pokima 4/4/2026, 2:46:02 PM
$670,000,000 Worth of Bitcoin Scooped in 3 Days
Bitcoin has been heavily scooped by high-profile and institutional investors in the last three days, with about 10,000 BTC entering the wallets of whale holders.
By Caroline Amosun 4/4/2026, 2:42:00 PM
LOL Token Price Explodes 800% as Memecoin Frenzy Masks Risks
The post LOL Token Price Explodes 800% as Memecoin Frenzy Masks Risks appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News LOL token price just did what memecoins do best which is steal the spotlight when no one’s looking. In the past 24 hours, it quietly climbed to the top of the most-visited charts, overtaking even the usual heavyweights like Bitcoin on...
By Yash Jain 4/4/2026, 2:38:21 PM
President Trump’s ‘Stone Age’ Statement, Dormant Bitcoin Whales Waking up, and More – Week in Review
Crypto markets are evolving across multiple fronts as institutional and structural shifts accelerate. BlackRock is advancing a bitcoin income ETF, while Coinbase moves closer to federally regulated custody with OCC approval. Corporate accumulation continues as Metaplanet expands its BTC holdings despite drawdowns. At the same time, long-dormant...
By Alex Richardson 4/4/2026, 2:35:50 PM
Iran open to bilateral diplomacy as ceasefire odds remain low: FT
Iran's openness to diplomacy suggests potential for future de-escalation, but market skepticism highlights ongoing geopolitical tensions. The post Iran open to bilateral diplomacy as ceasefire odds remain low: FT appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/4/2026, 2:35:21 PM
T54ai CEO Explains Why XRP and XRPL Are Built for the AI Agent Economy
The conversation around the future of AI-driven finance is gaining traction, and according to industry leaders, XRP and the XRP Ledger may be at its center. In a recent podcast discussion, Evernorth CEO Asheesh Birla and T54.ai CEO Chandler Fang outlined why blockchain, and specifically XRPL, is uniquely suited to power the emerging AI agent...
By Abdulkarim Abdulwahab 4/4/2026, 2:31:23 PM
Trump gives Iran 10 days to negotiate or face Strait of Hormuz reopening
Trump's ultimatum may strain US-Iran relations, impacting global oil markets and increasing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. The post Trump gives Iran 10 days to negotiate or face Strait of Hormuz reopening appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/4/2026, 2:27:22 PM
Kalshi faces Nevada setback as judge rejects defense
Nevada judge extended the ban on Kalshi, ruling its event contracts match sports betting and require a gaming license.
By Olivia Stephanie 4/4/2026, 2:18:11 PM
Grok Confirms No Forced XRP Sell-Off for Ripple Under Clarity Act 20% Rule
Fresh commentary from AI tool Grok is reshaping how the XRP community views the potential impact of the Clarity Act and the widely debated 20% holding threshold. According to insights shared by Brad Kimes, Grok suggests that Ripple may not be required to sell off or reduce its XRP escrow holdings solely to comply with the proposed legislation....
By Abdulkarim Abdulwahab 4/4/2026, 2:16:16 PM
Iran regime fall odds drop to 13.5% after US military aircraft downed
The downing of the aircraft underscores Iran's military resilience, complicating predictions of regime instability and affecting market confidence. The post Iran regime fall odds drop to 13.5% after US military aircraft downed appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/4/2026, 2:06:27 PM
Iranian regime collapse odds drop to 13.5% after US aircraft losses
Iran's robust air defenses complicate regime change scenarios, highlighting the regime's resilience and reducing expectations of imminent collapse. The post Iranian regime collapse odds drop to 13.5% after US aircraft losses appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/4/2026, 2:06:21 PM
Bitcoin On-Chain Scarcity, Uncertain Macroeconomics Create Extreme Divergence — Details
Bitcoin remains in the depths of the bear market, with prices hovering around $67,000, despite a brief uptick during the week. According to market analyst GugaOnChain, underlying market activities suggest the digital asset is experiencing a complex phase and divergence marked by a growing divide between tightening on-chain supply and rising...
By Semilore Faleti 4/4/2026, 2:00:08 PM
Traders are the big winners as 24/7 stocks will finally end the after-hours price 'manipulation'
Round-the-clock markets promise freedom for investors and pressure for intermediaries who traditionally wielded immense power during off-hours
By Olivier Acuna 4/4/2026, 2:00:00 PM
'Working on It': Coinbase CEO Eyes Crypto in Hands of Billion People
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong says the ultimate goal of crypto in the hands of 1 billion people is being worked on.
By Tomiwabold Olajide 4/4/2026, 1:59:00 PM
Iran’s denial of US negotiations drops April 7 ceasefire odds to 1%
The diplomatic stalemate underscores the challenges in achieving a timely resolution, impacting market confidence and geopolitical stability. The post Iran’s denial of US negotiations drops April 7 ceasefire odds to 1% appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/4/2026, 1:58:00 PM
Iran’s rejection of US demands fuels skepticism in ceasefire markets
Iran's stance heightens market skepticism, indicating prolonged conflict and delaying potential diplomatic resolutions. The post Iran’s rejection of US demands fuels skepticism in ceasefire markets appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/4/2026, 1:57:59 PM
Billion-Dollar Bank Handing $1,500,000 To Current and Former Customers To Settle Class Action Lawsuit Over Data Breach
A billion-dollar bank has agreed to pay $1.5 million to current and former customers affected by a data breach. According to the settlement administrator’s portal, the Florida-based SouthState Bank has agreed to establish a $1.5 million cash fund to reimburse victims of a data breach that occurred on February 7th of 2024. The cybersecurity...
By Mark Emem 4/4/2026, 1:50:26 PM
Is This the Best XRP Buying Opportunity Setup? Analyst Maps Out 10x Ripple Strategy
The opportunity comes with a few conditions, though. Here's what traders need to know.
By Jordan Lyanchev 4/4/2026, 1:45:13 PM
Hyperliquid Burns 49,000+ HYPE Tokens in a Single Day, Confirming Net Deflationary Status
TLDR: HyperCore burned 49,360.33 HYPE at ~$35.09 on April 2, pushing the protocol into net deflationary territory. Even with 26,665 HYPE distributed to stakers and validators, net circulation still dropped by 17,075 tokens. Hyperliquid’s annual deflation rate stands at ~6.15M HYPE, contrasting sharply with Solana’s 25.19M SOL inflation. The HIP-3...
By Brenda Mary 4/4/2026, 1:44:57 PM
ETH at $2,050: Can Ethereum Foundation staking spark a breakout?
Ethereum traded near $2,050 as the Ethereum Foundation staked 69,500 ETH, while US spot ETFs recorded $42 million in weekly outflows again.
By Olivia Stephanie 4/4/2026, 1:42:18 PM
Ethereum Foundation Reaches 70,000 ETH Staking Target With $93 Million April Deposit
The Ethereum Foundation (EF) staked approximately 45,034 ETH on April 3, 2026, bringing its cumulative total to nearly 69,500 ETH and placing the nonprofit within reach of its 70,000 ETH staking target. Key Takeaways: The Ethereum Foundation staked 45,034 ETH on April 3, 2026, pushing its total to roughly 69,500 ETH. The 70,000 ETH staking […]
By Jamie Redman 4/4/2026, 1:30:53 PM