Pakistan and Egypt mediate US-Iran talks as ceasefire odds decline
The mediation efforts highlight the complexities of diplomatic interventions and their limited immediate impact on geopolitical tensions. The post Pakistan and Egypt mediate US-Iran talks as ceasefire odds decline appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/5/2026, 11:40:23 PM
This Week in Crypto Law (Mar. 29, 2026)
Law and Ledger is a news segment focusing on crypto legal news, brought to you by Kelman Law – A law firm focused on digital asset commerce. This Week in Crypto Law The opinion editorial below was written by Alex Forehand and Michael Handelsman for Kelman.Law. The final week of March delivered a series of […]
By Guest Author 4/5/2026, 11:39:02 PM
Coinbase Urges SEC to Allow Third-Party Tokenization Without Issuer Consent
TLDR: Coinbase filed a formal SEC submission opposing mandatory issuer approval for third-party stock tokenization on April 1, 2026. The filing argues issuer consent mandates contradict Section 4(a)(1) of the Securities Act and decades of SEC legal precedent. Coinbase warns that requiring issuer approval could create anticompetitive barriers and...
By Brenda Mary 4/5/2026, 11:28:31 PM
Stellar (XLM) vs. XRP: Which Blockchain Payment Network Holds More Long-Term Value?
TLDR: Stellar’s open network design attracts broader adoption than XRP’s institution-focused approach. XLM demand ties directly to real network activity, giving it stronger organic economic foundations. XRP’s legal battles with the SEC have slowed adoption and weakened institutional confidence over time. Stellar’s diverse ecosystem, spanning...
By Brenda Mary 4/5/2026, 11:14:22 PM
US military rescue mission in Iran raises April 30 entry odds to 86.5%
The increased odds of U.S. military entry into Iran suggest heightened geopolitical tensions and potential for extended military engagement. The post US military rescue mission in Iran raises April 30 entry odds to 86.5% appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/5/2026, 11:02:05 PM
US special forces rescue navigator in Iran, boosting April 30 operation odds
The operation's success signals increased U.S. military engagement in Iran, influencing market expectations and strategic forecasts. The post US special forces rescue navigator in Iran, boosting April 30 operation odds appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/5/2026, 11:01:53 PM
Invisible Commerce: Why AI Agents Are Killing the Traditional Checkout for Good
TLDR: Walmart recorded a 66% conversion drop when embedding agentic checkout directly inside ChatGPT’s interface. OpenAI phased out Instant Checkout after merchants reported poor results with chatbot-based purchase experiences. The Machine Payments Protocol lets AI agents pay via HTTP requests, using cards, wallets, or stablecoins natively. Know...
By Brenda Mary 4/5/2026, 10:59:45 PM
Bitcoin price surpasses $68,000 as traders eye $100,000 by June 30: FT
Bitcoin's surge highlights its volatility and potential as a geopolitical hedge, with institutional actions and global stability as key influences. The post Bitcoin price surpasses $68,000 as traders eye $100,000 by June 30: FT appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/5/2026, 10:53:41 PM
Crypto Market Loses $1.5 Trillion in Two Quarters: Is the Worst Still Ahead for Bitcoin?
TLDR: Crypto markets shed over $1.5 trillion across Q4 2025 and Q1 2026, with Bitcoin driving nearly 60% of total losses. Gold outperformed Bitcoin by nearly 40% in recent months, a strong signal that large capital favors safety over risk assets. Bitcoin has traded flat between $65K and $69K for weeks despite rising oil prices [...] The post...
By Brenda Mary 4/5/2026, 10:43:37 PM
How Japan’s Crypto Travel Rule Amendment Gives FSA New Transaction Surveillance Powers
Last year, Japan moved to widen the reach of its crypto travel rule regime, signaling that the country’s regulatory focus is shifting further toward compliance, transaction traceability, and cross-border surveillance. Key Takeaways: On April 25, 2025, Japan FSA added 30 jurisdictions to its crypto travel rule network. Japan’s 58-market scope...
By Alex Richardson 4/5/2026, 10:32:27 PM
Bitwise CIO predicts Bitcoin could hit $1M by 2035 with 15% dominance: FT
Bitcoin's potential $1M valuation by 2035 highlights the need for institutional adoption and macroeconomic shifts to drive long-term growth. The post Bitwise CIO predicts Bitcoin could hit $1M by 2035 with 15% dominance: FT appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/5/2026, 10:09:18 PM
Dogecoin Sits on Critical Support as Breakout Pressure Builds Toward Next Big Move
TLDR: Dogecoin trades near $0.09 support, with price action showing tight consolidation and reduced volatility A break above $0.12–$0.15 could signal renewed bullish momentum if supported by strong volume Continued weakness below $0.09 may push DOGE toward lower targets near $0.07 or even $0.05 Historical data shows DOGE remains below prior yearly...
By Brenda Mary 4/5/2026, 10:04:45 PM
Tesla Inc. Stock Stumbles After Delivery Miss as Bearish Momentum Tightens Grip
TLDR: Tesla delivered 358,023 vehicles in Q1 2026, missing expectations and adding pressure on stock performance. Rising inventory above 50,000 units signals demand concerns amid continued high production levels. RSI below 50 and weak MACD confirm bearish momentum with no clear reversal signal yet forming. Price remains below key resistance...
By Brenda Mary 4/5/2026, 9:58:30 PM
Michael Saylor Signals New Bitcoin Move as Strategy Holdings Face Short-Term Loss
TLDR: Strategy holds 762,099 BTC valued near $50.9B, maintaining one of the largest corporate Bitcoin positions globally. The firm reports an average entry price of $75,694 per BTC, with a current unrealized loss nearing $6.9B. Over 100 purchase events show a consistent accumulation strategy across multiple Bitcoin market cycles. Saylor’s recent...
By Brenda Mary 4/5/2026, 9:51:20 PM
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 4/5/2026, 9:46:22 PM
Xrp Price Prediction: XRP Hits Record Usage While Price Drops but Pepeto Crosses $8.68M and the Early Wallets Know Why
The XRP Ledger just processed a record 4.49 million transactions in a single day while active addresses topped 200,000 and total wallets crossed 7.7 million, all-time highs for the network. Yet XRP still sits at $1.29, down 30% this year. That gap between what the chain does and what your portfolio shows makes you question [...] The post Xrp Price...
By PR PR 4/5/2026, 9:45:46 PM
Bitcoin Liquidation Map Signals $6B Short Squeeze Risk Near Key $72.5K Level
TLDR: Over $6 billion in short positions face liquidation if the Bitcoin price rises toward the $72.5K level Nearly $2 billion in long positions are exposed to liquidation risk if Bitcoin drops below $65K Dense liquidation clusters between $68K and $74K may drive rapid upside price movement Lower zones around $60K to $66K show strong [...] The...
By Brenda Mary 4/5/2026, 9:43:45 PM
Crypto attorney says Drift incident may qualify as 'civil negligence'
The $280 million Drift Protocol attack was likely carried out by threat actors aligned with North Korea state-affiliated hackers.
By Vince Quill 4/5/2026, 9:41:39 PM
Ceasefire odds plummet as Trump threatens Iran, traders eye May for movement
Escalating US-Iran tensions highlight geopolitical instability, impacting market confidence and delaying potential diplomatic resolutions. The post Ceasefire odds plummet as Trump threatens Iran, traders eye May for movement appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/5/2026, 9:39:12 PM
Gold Loses 15% From War Highs as Operation Epic Fury Safe Haven Trade Unwinds
Gold dropped to $4,623 per ounce this week after the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported 178,000 new nonfarm payroll jobs in March 2026, far exceeding consensus estimates and cooling expectations for near-term Federal Reserve rate cuts. Key Takeaways: Gold fell to $4,623.93/oz after March 2026 NFP data showed 178,000 new jobs, well above the...
By Jamie Redman 4/5/2026, 9:35:01 PM
Binance Controls $1.8T: Derivatives Now Driving 90% of Crypto Exchange Volume
New findings by CoinMarketCap indicate that derivatives markets are now the primary driver of trading volume across leading crypto exchanges.
By Chayanika Deka 4/5/2026, 9:15:27 PM
Iran missile attacks on Kuwait raise US forces entry odds to 86% by April 30
Rising tensions and military alignments suggest a significant shift towards conflict, diminishing prospects for diplomatic solutions. The post Iran missile attacks on Kuwait raise US forces entry odds to 86% by April 30 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/5/2026, 9:12:42 PM
Iran missile attacks on Kuwait escalate conflict as UAE joins US-led mission
The UAE's involvement signals a deepening regional conflict, diminishing prospects for a swift ceasefire and increasing military tensions. The post Iran missile attacks on Kuwait escalate conflict as UAE joins US-led mission appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/5/2026, 9:12:31 PM
Solana Explores Quantum Resistance, But Risks Steep 90% Drop in Scalability
According to a recent report, improving blockchain security against quantum computing threats might affect its speed.
By Muthoni Mary Kiama 4/5/2026, 9:12:16 PM
Aave V4 Explained: How Hubs, Spokes, and Credit Lines Redefine DeFi Liquidity Management
TLDR: Aave V4 uses immutable Liquidity Hubs to hold assets and track supplied and borrowed balances across markets. Spokes handle all user-facing functions like supplying and borrowing, and can be upgraded without changing Hub code. Credit lines connect each Spoke to a Hub on a per-asset basis, with draw caps enforced on every transaction....
By Brenda Mary 4/5/2026, 9:12:09 PM
Trump threatens to destroy Iran’s infrastructure as ceasefire odds plummet
Escalating tensions and market volatility highlight the fragile geopolitical landscape, with potential for significant economic disruptions. The post Trump threatens to destroy Iran’s infrastructure as ceasefire odds plummet appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/5/2026, 9:02:06 PM
ETH Futures Volumes Hit Seven Times Spot Trading as Open Interest Nears All-Time High
TLDR: ETH open interest has recovered to 6.4 million ETH, approaching the all-time high of 7.8 million ETH set in July 2025. Binance controls roughly 36% of the ETH derivatives market, holding 2.3 million ETH in total open interest alone. The spot-to-futures ratio on Binance dropped to 0.13, the lowest annual level ever recorded for [...] The post...
By Brenda Mary 4/5/2026, 8:56:50 PM
Anthropic Registers AnthroPAC With FEC Amid Pentagon Dispute
Anthropic PBC filed paperwork with the Federal Election Commission on April 3, 2026, formally establishing AnthroPAC, the company’s first employee-funded political action committee. Key Takeaways: Anthropic filed FEC paperwork on April 3, 2026, launching AnthroPAC with employee contributions capped at $5,000 per year. AnthroPAC follows Anthropic’s...
By Jamie Redman 4/5/2026, 8:36:54 PM
Iran vows retaliation against US attacks, reducing ceasefire odds significantly: FT
Iran's retaliation threat heightens tensions, diminishing ceasefire prospects and increasing market volatility and uncertainty. The post Iran vows retaliation against US attacks, reducing ceasefire odds significantly: FT appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/5/2026, 8:29:28 PM
A simple explainer on what quantum computing actually is, and why it is terrifying for bitcoin
Most simplifies the complex process of quantum computing as "it can be 0 and 1 at the same time." That is not an explanation for why it threatens Bitcoin. This is.
By Shaurya Malwa 4/5/2026, 8:03:22 PM
Ripple (XRP) Corporate Treasury Expands, Yet Taurox (TAUX) Pre-KYA Opening Boosts AI Agents Developments
Ripple trades near $1.32 right now. The company just made a significant move by integrating XRP and its stablecoin RLUSD directly into its enterprise treasury management system (through its 2025 acquisition of GTreasury). This allows corporate CFOs to manage digital assets alongside traditional fiat money in a single dashboard for the first time....
By PR Desk 4/5/2026, 8:00:21 PM
Market Preview: CPI Inflation Reports and Delta (DAL) Earnings Amid Iran Conflict
Markets face key inflation data, Delta earnings, and oil price pressures as Iran war impacts economic outlook. March CPI and PCE reports due this week. The post Market Preview: CPI Inflation Reports and Delta (DAL) Earnings Amid Iran Conflict appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 4/5/2026, 7:48:13 PM
Polymarket odds of US invading Iran this year reach 63% after Trump's post
The President of the United States continues to give contradictory signals of escalating the war and winding it down within a few weeks.
By Vince Quill 4/5/2026, 7:37:50 PM
Ceasefire odds drop for US-Iran talks, April 7 now at 1.1% YES
The declining ceasefire odds highlight persistent geopolitical tensions, impacting market sentiment and increasing volatility risks. The post Ceasefire odds drop for US-Iran talks, April 7 now at 1.1% YES appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/5/2026, 7:33:21 PM
Lawmaker Demands Polymarket Remove 219 War Bets After Airman Market Controversy
Polymarket removed a live prediction market tied to the rescue status of a missing U.S. airman on April 3, 2026, after Rep. Seth Moulton publicly condemned it as exploitative of an active military search-and-rescue operation. Key Takeaways: Polymarket pulled a bet on a missing U.S. airman’s rescue on April 3, 2026, after Rep. Seth Moulton […]
By Jamie Redman 4/5/2026, 7:24:03 PM
Polymarket pulls controversial Iran rescue markets after intense backlash
Prediction markets face rising regulatory pressure, with congressional Democrats proposing legislation to ban contracts tied to elections, war and government actions.
By Francisco Rodrigues 4/5/2026, 7:20:03 PM
US forces confirm ground operations in Iran, April 30 market hits 86.5% YES
The U.S. mission in Iran signals potential escalation, impacting geopolitical stability and influencing market predictions significantly. The post US forces confirm ground operations in Iran, April 30 market hits 86.5% YES appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/5/2026, 7:14:42 PM
Is Massive XRP Short Squeeze Incoming? This Analyst Thinks So
According to recent market data, XRP's open interest is climbing sharply while funding rates remain persistently negative.
By Alex Dovbnya 4/5/2026, 7:12:54 PM
Powell’s inflation warning dampens rate cut expectations for June FOMC meeting: FT
Powell's caution on inflation suggests a prolonged period of high rates, impacting economic growth and market stability amid global tensions. The post Powell’s inflation warning dampens rate cut expectations for June FOMC meeting: FT appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/5/2026, 7:04:32 PM
Powell’s inflation concerns lower odds for June 2025 Fed rate cut
Powell's inflation concerns highlight the Fed's cautious stance, impacting market sentiment and complicating future monetary policy decisions. The post Powell’s inflation concerns lower odds for June 2025 Fed rate cut appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/5/2026, 7:04:20 PM
Ripple (XRP) ETFs Went From Bad to Worse: First Red Month and No Inflow Days
Meanwhile, the underlying asset has dipped by 3% weekly and continues to struggle at the $1.30 support.
By Jordan Lyanchev 4/5/2026, 7:03:52 PM
Bitcoin Price Prediction: OCC Grants Crypto Bank Charter as Pepeto Targets 100x While ETH and XRP Hold
Bitcoin price prediction shifted this week after the OCC granted conditional approval for the biggest US crypto exchange to become a federally regulated trust bank, pulling digital assets deeper into the traditional banking system. While the wider market has cooled with major coins pulling back, Pepeto stands out as the top presale entry with its...
By PR PR 4/5/2026, 6:45:32 PM
DEP72T Revolution: How Crypto, DeepStitch, and DEP Are Redefining Smart Technology
In the rapidly evolving world of digital innovation, new technologies continue to enhance efficiency, security,...
By Globe PRwire 4/5/2026, 6:44:59 PM
Trump’s remarks raise odds of US forces entering Iran by April 30 to 86.5%
Trump's remarks heighten geopolitical tensions, influencing market dynamics and potentially impacting US-Iran relations and global stability. The post Trump’s remarks raise odds of US forces entering Iran by April 30 to 86.5% appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/5/2026, 6:41:45 PM
Most Blockchain Companies Are Invisible Outside Crypto — Kooc Media’s PR Services Change That Overnight
The blockchain industry has a strange relationship with visibility. Projects pride themselves on transparency — open-source code, public ledgers, on-chain governance — yet most of them are completely unknown to anyone who does not already follow cryptocurrency. Ask a mainstream technology journalist to name ten blockchain companies and they will...
By Michelle DG 4/5/2026, 6:40:51 PM
As Wall Street moves on-chain, DeFi faces a $330 billion trust test it can’t dodge
Wall Street spent the first quarter of 2026 systematically narrowing DeFi's claim to the future of finance. In January, ICE announced NYSE was building a tokenized securities platform with 24/7 operations, instant settlement, dollar-based order sizing, and stablecoin funding, with BNY and Citi providing tokenized deposits for clearinghouse funding...
By Gino Matos 4/5/2026, 6:35:59 PM
US and Israel prepare to strike Iran as ceasefire odds plummet to 1.1%
Rising tensions and military readiness could destabilize the region, impacting global markets and diplomatic relations significantly. The post US and Israel prepare to strike Iran as ceasefire odds plummet to 1.1% appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/5/2026, 6:33:14 PM
Analyst Identifies $63,000 As Key Support For Next Bitcoin Move
A popular crypto trader has come forward on the social media platform X to predict that the Bitcoin price might soon head further downwards to the $63,000 level. This prognosis is based on the liquidity dynamics that have, over the past few weeks, driven the flagship cryptocurrency’s price. Bitcoin Market Structure Suggests More Volatility Ahead...
By Opeyemi Sule 4/5/2026, 6:30:27 PM
Bitcoin Could Crash to $10,000 in 2026–Bloomberg Analyst
Bloomberg commodity analyst Mike McGlone has reignited the debate over a much deeper Bitcoin bottom, predicting Bitcoin could fall as low as $10,000 later this year.
By Talha Arshad 4/5/2026, 6:17:11 PM
Risk off Markets and Centralization Debates — Week in Review
This editorial is from last week’s edition of the newsletter Week In Review. Subscribe to the newsletter to get this weekly editorial the second it’s finished. The newsletter also includes the biggest stories of the week with a comment on each story. Key Takeaways: Bitcoin risks dip below $59K as PlanB flags 200-week MA; institutions […]
By David Sencil 4/5/2026, 6:07:17 PM