KuCoin Institutional Adds Asseto’s CASH+ to OES Framework, Expanding RWA Collateral Support
KuCoin Institutional has integrated Asseto’s CASH+ into its OES framework, expanding real-world asset collateral support through RCMS. Eligible institutions can use CASH+ as off-exchange collateral to access stablecoin-equivalent trading credit while still earning a 3.5% to 4% yield. KuCoin Institutional is broadening its push into tokenized...
By Benson Mawira 4/20/2026, 8:43:03 AM
Iran denies plans to reopen Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing tensions
The ongoing impasse over the Strait of Hormuz highlights geopolitical instability, affecting market confidence and delaying potential resolutions. The post Iran denies plans to reopen Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/20/2026, 8:42:18 AM
Bitcoin price outlook as Iran casts doubt on peace talks after U.S. ship seizure
Bitcoin price briefly fell below $74,000 on Monday as fading prospects of U.S. Iran peace talks and escalating tensions in the Strait of Hormuz weighed on sentiment. According to reports, Iranian sources recently said that Iran will not show up…
By Rony Roy 4/20/2026, 8:40:35 AM
AAVE exploit triggers $7B TVL drop, AAVE falls 15% amid DeFi concerns
The AAVE exploit highlights DeFi's vulnerability, potentially undermining confidence and prompting scrutiny of protocol security measures. The post AAVE exploit triggers $7B TVL drop, AAVE falls 15% amid DeFi concerns appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/20/2026, 8:33:08 AM
Iran reviews US plan amid diplomatic meeting speculation
The potential resumption of US-Iran talks could stabilize regional tensions, but market volatility suggests uncertainty remains high. The post Iran reviews US plan amid diplomatic meeting speculation appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/20/2026, 8:31:09 AM
Ethereum Just Saw Its Strongest Buy Pressure Since The 2022 Bear Market
Ethereum has posted its strongest buy-side pressure on derivatives markets since the 2022 bear market, according to CryptoQuant analyst Darkfost, a shift that could matter after months of persistent sell-side dominance across this cycle. The change does not, on its own, confirm a full trend reversal. But it does mark a notable break from the...
By Jake Simmons 4/20/2026, 8:30:45 AM
Startale Group Anchors in Abu Dhabi Following Selection for Hub71+ Digital Assets Program
Blockchain infrastructure firm Startale Group is expanding into Abu Dhabi after being selected for the Hub71+ Digital Assets cohort. Key Takeaways: Startale Group joins Hub71’s 18th cohort to anchor operations within the Abu Dhabi Global Market. The move and a $63 million Series A round bolster infrastructure for coins like JPYSC and USDSC....
By Terence Zimwara 4/20/2026, 8:30:40 AM
Iran pulls out of Islamabad peace talks, ceasefire extension uncertain
Iran's withdrawal from peace talks heightens regional instability, reducing prospects for ceasefire extensions and long-term peace deals. The post Iran pulls out of Islamabad peace talks, ceasefire extension uncertain appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/20/2026, 8:30:35 AM
XRP forms symmetrical triangle, 35% breakout coming?
XRP trades in a symmetrical triangle as analysts watch a possible 35% move and key resistance at $1.55.
By Olivia Stephanie 4/20/2026, 8:29:49 AM
Israel warns Lebanese civilians amid Hezbollah ceasefire violations
The warning highlights potential instability in the ceasefire, affecting market perceptions and possibly leading to renewed regional tensions. The post Israel warns Lebanese civilians amid Hezbollah ceasefire violations appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/20/2026, 8:27:13 AM
Israeli forces uncover Iranian plot to sabotage strategic oil pipeline
The discovery highlights escalating tensions and potential economic impacts, underscoring the fragile stability in the region's energy sector. The post Israeli forces uncover Iranian plot to sabotage strategic oil pipeline appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/20/2026, 8:25:03 AM
LayerZero Points to Lazarus Group After $292 Million rsETH Exploit Hits Kelp DAO
Kelp DAO lost 116,500 rsETH worth about $292 million on April 18, making it the biggest DeFi exploit of the year so far. LayerZero said early indicators point to a highly sophisticated state actor, likely North Korea’s Lazarus Group, specifically the TraderTraitor cluster. Kelp DAO has been hit by what is now the year’s largest [...]
By Chris Omang 4/20/2026, 8:24:20 AM
Iran warns US, Israel of military retaliation, rejects ceasefire deadlines
Iran's stance heightens geopolitical tensions, reducing chances for diplomatic resolution and increasing market volatility and uncertainty. The post Iran warns US, Israel of military retaliation, rejects ceasefire deadlines appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/20/2026, 8:24:01 AM
Iran undecided on attending US talks after naval blockade, cargo ship seizure
Iran's indecision signals potential escalation, impacting diplomatic efforts and market stability, with uncertain outcomes looming. The post Iran undecided on attending US talks after naval blockade, cargo ship seizure appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/20/2026, 8:23:08 AM
Bitcoin hits $75K, up 24% from bear market low amid selling pressure
Bitcoin's volatile rise amid geopolitical tensions highlights its potential as a safe-haven asset, yet market skepticism persists. The post Bitcoin hits $75K, up 24% from bear market low amid selling pressure appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/20/2026, 8:21:04 AM
Iran rules out enriched uranium transfer, impacting US deal prospects
Iran's stance complicates diplomatic efforts, reducing short-term deal prospects and impacting market confidence in uranium negotiations. The post Iran rules out enriched uranium transfer, impacting US deal prospects appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/20/2026, 8:20:20 AM
Iran says nuclear reserves off negotiation table, signaling diplomatic deadlock
Iran's firm stance on nuclear reserves may hinder diplomatic progress, affecting regional stability and international relations. The post Iran says nuclear reserves off negotiation table, signaling diplomatic deadlock appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/20/2026, 8:19:35 AM
Iran labels ship attack as aggression amid rising diplomatic tensions
Rising tensions and aggressive rhetoric may hinder diplomatic progress, increasing skepticism about US-Iran negotiations and potential resolutions. The post Iran labels ship attack as aggression amid rising diplomatic tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/20/2026, 8:19:02 AM
Iran accuses US of attacking commercial ship, escalating tensions
Escalating US-Iran tensions could destabilize the region, impacting global oil markets and increasing the risk of broader military conflict. The post Iran accuses US of attacking commercial ship, escalating tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/20/2026, 8:18:24 AM
Iran restricts Strait of Hormuz traffic, US blockade lift uncertain
Iran's actions heighten geopolitical tensions, impacting global trade stability and complicating diplomatic resolutions in the region. The post Iran restricts Strait of Hormuz traffic, US blockade lift uncertain appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/20/2026, 8:14:08 AM
Coinbase Tests Internal AI Agents in Slack and Email as Workplace Automation Expands
Coinbase is testing internal AI agents that work through Slack and email and are designed to act more like teammates than simple assistants. CEO Brian Armstrong said the company may eventually have more AI agents than human employees as the tools spread across teams. Coinbase is beginning to test a new layer of internal automation, [...]
By AnnJoy Makena 4/20/2026, 8:13:17 AM
Crypto market sees $400M liquidation amid geopolitical tensions
Geopolitical tensions exacerbate crypto market volatility, highlighting the sector's vulnerability to global instability and macroeconomic shifts. The post Crypto market sees $400M liquidation amid geopolitical tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/20/2026, 8:10:40 AM
LBank Pay Expands with Six New Fiat Channels, Launches Exclusive Campaign to Accelerate Crypto Payments
[PRESS RELEASE – Singapore, Singapore, April 20th, 2026] LBank, a leading global cryptocurrency exchange, has expanded its LBank Pay ecosystem and rolled out a new user campaign aimed at accelerating real-world cryptocurrency adoption. The update introduces support for six additional fiat currencies: SGD, MNT, KHR, PHP, THB, and LAK, bringing the...
By Chainwire 4/20/2026, 8:09:10 AM
Iran declares missile program non-negotiable, impacting ceasefire market
Iran's firm stance on its missile program complicates diplomatic efforts, increasing geopolitical tensions and market uncertainty. The post Iran declares missile program non-negotiable, impacting ceasefire market appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/20/2026, 8:08:53 AM
Sell Bitcoin Now? Trader Warns of Drop to $48K Before May Comeback
The post Sell Bitcoin Now? Trader Warns of Drop to $48K Before May Comeback appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Since the US–Iran conflict began, the overall market has been under pressure, and crypto has been hit the hardest. Now, a popular trader, Crypto Jack, is warning investors to sell bitcoin now. Bitcoin is showing signs of weakness...
By Rizwan Ansari 4/20/2026, 8:08:27 AM
Iran’s Baghaei calls US proposals ‘unserious,’ casts doubt on negotiation progress
Baghaei's critique highlights ongoing US-Iran tensions, impacting market sentiment and complicating potential diplomatic resolutions. The post Iran’s Baghaei calls US proposals ‘unserious,’ casts doubt on negotiation progress appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/20/2026, 8:07:43 AM
Iran strengthens ties with China, Russia amid US tensions in Gulf
Iran's alignment with China and Russia complicates US diplomatic efforts, reducing chances for immediate peace and altering regional dynamics. The post Iran strengthens ties with China, Russia amid US tensions in Gulf appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/20/2026, 8:07:03 AM
Radev’s coalition wins Bulgarian election, eyes PM role
Radev's potential premiership could realign Bulgaria's foreign policy, impacting EU and NATO dynamics amid coalition stability concerns. The post Radev’s coalition wins Bulgarian election, eyes PM role appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/20/2026, 8:06:23 AM
Moody’s exec warns stablecoins could erode bank market share as adoption scales
Traditional banks could see their market dominance challenged by the rise of stablecoins and tokenized real-world assets as these digital currencies move beyond their current niche uses. Moody’s Investors Service Digital Economy Group associate vice president Abhi Srivastava told crypto…
By Rony Roy 4/20/2026, 8:01:02 AM
US Marines seize Iranian cargo vessel in Arabian Sea amid blockade enforcement
Heightened US-Iran tensions may disrupt global shipping, impacting oil markets and increasing geopolitical risks in the Strait of Hormuz. The post US Marines seize Iranian cargo vessel in Arabian Sea amid blockade enforcement appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/20/2026, 7:57:27 AM
Iran refuses new US talks, ceasefire collapse looms by April 21
Iran's refusal to engage in talks with the US heightens geopolitical tensions, increasing the likelihood of conflict and market volatility. The post Iran refuses new US talks, ceasefire collapse looms by April 21 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/20/2026, 7:56:16 AM
Iran considers banning Israeli-linked ships from Strait of Hormuz
Potential Iranian restrictions could escalate regional tensions, prompting military responses and impacting global maritime trade dynamics. The post Iran considers banning Israeli-linked ships from Strait of Hormuz appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/20/2026, 7:55:40 AM
Whale opens $90.9M 20x long position on Ethereum
The whale's leveraged position could signal confidence in Ethereum's growth, potentially influencing market sentiment and future investments. The post Whale opens $90.9M 20x long position on Ethereum appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/20/2026, 7:53:52 AM
Iran nuclear program gaps unresolved, April 30 enrichment deadline in doubt
The unresolved nuclear program gaps and declining odds of agreement highlight escalating diplomatic tensions and potential regional instability. The post Iran nuclear program gaps unresolved, April 30 enrichment deadline in doubt appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/20/2026, 7:53:13 AM
Startale expands to Abu Dhabi through Hub71
Startale Group is expanding into Abu Dhabi after being selected for the Digital Assets cohort at Hub71, according to information … Continue reading The post Startale expands to Abu Dhabi through Hub71 appeared first on Finbold.
By Diana Paluteder 4/20/2026, 7:52:25 AM
A 35% XRP Price Swing? The Massive Symmetrical Triangle Forming on Ripple’s Chart
While XRP's price has been making lower lows, its RSI has been making higher lows, meaning selling pressure is fading.
By Wayne Jones 4/20/2026, 7:49:40 AM
Hyperliquid (HYPE) Price Outlook: Rally to $60 or Crash to $20 Next?
The post Hyperliquid (HYPE) Price Outlook: Rally to $60 or Crash to $20 Next? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Hyperliquid (HYPE) is at a decisive inflection point after a sharp rejection from the $50 supply zone, and the next move could be extreme on either side. The token has already slipped nearly 5%, signaling early weakness, yet...
By Shubham Vishwakarma 4/20/2026, 7:47:38 AM
BlackRock Bitcoin ETF sees $906M inflows amid market repricing
The ETF inflows suggest a shift in market sentiment, potentially influencing Bitcoin's long-term valuation and investment strategies. The post BlackRock Bitcoin ETF sees $906M inflows amid market repricing appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/20/2026, 7:46:51 AM
LayerZero links Kelp DAO exploit to Lazarus as DeFi losses deepen
LayerZero linked the $292 million Kelp DAO exploit to Lazarus and blamed a single-DVN setup for the breach.
By Olivia Stephanie 4/20/2026, 7:46:09 AM
Solana DEXs hit record $1.2B volume in Q1 2026
Solana's DEX volume surge highlights robust network demand, yet market skepticism persists on price targets, reflecting cautious investor sentiment. The post Solana DEXs hit record $1.2B volume in Q1 2026 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/20/2026, 7:45:31 AM
DeFi users pull $10 billion out of the market as $292 million exploit sparks bank-run optics
A $292 million exploit at KelpDAO set off a broad retreat across decentralized finance over the weekend, draining roughly $10 billion across the DeFi industry and forcing multiple protocols to freeze markets tied to rsETH. The breach began late Saturday when an attacker drained about 116,500 rsETH from KelpDAO’s cross-chain bridge. The stolen...
By Oluwapelumi Adejumo 4/20/2026, 7:45:20 AM
Crypto ETFs See Nearly $1.4B Inflows
The post Crypto ETFs See Nearly $1.4B Inflows appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News US spot crypto ETFs recorded strong institutional inflows last week, with Bitcoin ETFs attracting $996.38 million, the highest since mid January and marking a third straight week of gains. Ethereum ETFs added $275.83 million, while Solana and XRP ETFs brought in...
By Sohrab Khawas 4/20/2026, 7:42:18 AM
Why Is Hyperliquid (HYPE) Price Crashing Today: Data, Liquidity Shifts, and Market Signals
The post Why Is Hyperliquid (HYPE) Price Crashing Today: Data, Liquidity Shifts, and Market Signals appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Hyperliquid (HYPE) price came under pressure as the broader crypto market turned bearish, dragging the price down to a critical support zone just above $40. The level held—for now, triggering a short-term...
By Sahana Vibhute 4/20/2026, 7:42:14 AM
Bitcoin to $1M This Cycle, Say Scaramucci and Adam Back
The post Bitcoin to $1M This Cycle, Say Scaramucci and Adam Back appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Anthony Scaramucci and analyst Back expect Bitcoin to reach between $500,000 and $1 million this cycle. Scaramucci highlights Bitcoin’s fixed supply of 21 million coins, saying a $1 million price would align with gold’s market value. Back...
By Sohrab Khawas 4/20/2026, 7:35:37 AM
Dogecoin Price Hints at Comeback Despite Broader Crypto Market Weakness
The Dogecoin price has seen a slight decline today, aligning with the broader crypto market. This plunge is…
By Nynu Jamal 4/20/2026, 7:35:27 AM
Oil Prices Bounce as Middle East Conflict Reignites
Markets reacted swiftly to the reactivation of the hostilities in the Middle East: oil futures for both WTI and Brent benchmarks rose as President Trump announced that an Iranian-flagged cargo ship named TOUSKA had been attacked, with the Iranian regime allegedly retaliating by attacking U.S. ships with drones. Key Takeaways: The U.S. Navy...
By Sergio Goschenko 4/20/2026, 7:30:56 AM
Ripple CTO Emeritus Warns RLUSD Review Exposed A DeFi Security Red Flag
Ripple CTO Emeritus David Schwartz, said his review of DeFi bridge designs for Ripple’s RLUSD surfaced a recurring problem that may now be at the center of the KelpDAO/rsETH incident: critical security controls exist, but teams are often nudged toward lighter configurations because they are easier to operate and faster to scale. In a series […]
By Jake Simmons 4/20/2026, 7:30:14 AM
Trump navigates Iran ceasefire as Hormuz closure tightens oil supply fears
The uncertainty in US-Iran relations heightens global oil market volatility, impacting economic stability and geopolitical dynamics. The post Trump navigates Iran ceasefire as Hormuz closure tightens oil supply fears appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/20/2026, 7:28:42 AM
Pakistan mediates to advance US-Iran talks before April ceasefire deadline
Pakistan's mediation efforts could reshape regional diplomacy, influencing future US-Iran relations and impacting geopolitical stability. The post Pakistan mediates to advance US-Iran talks before April ceasefire deadline appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/20/2026, 7:26:35 AM
KelpDAO bridge hack drains $292M in largest DeFi exploit of 2026
The hack underscores vulnerabilities in DeFi, prompting emergency measures and highlighting systemic risks in interconnected crypto platforms. The post KelpDAO bridge hack drains $292M in largest DeFi exploit of 2026 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/20/2026, 7:25:26 AM