XRP’s use case should benefit from global stress, so why is price acting like a risk asset?
XRP enters an identity crisis as oil, inflation fears, and dollar strength hit the market all at once XRP has reached the hardest phase of the cycle. The asset spent much of the year carrying a cleaner institutional narrative than most large-cap altcoins. CryptoSlate has already tracked institutional migration into Ripple-linked products, ETF...
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 4/2/2026, 3:45:25 PM
Billionaire Dan Sundheim Dumps Nine Stocks, Pours $674,201,000 Into Amazon, Spotify and Autodesk
Billionaire investor Daniel Sundheim is snapping up hundreds of millions of dollars of shares of Amazon (AMZN), Spotify (SPOT) and Autodesk (ADSK). The latest 13F filing of Sundheim’s D1 Capital Partners shows the hedge fund opened a new position in the tech titan Amazon, buying 1,340,523 AMZN shares worth $309.419 million in Q4 of 2025. D1 […]...
By Henry Kanapi 4/2/2026, 3:43:14 PM
Coinbase wins OCC nod to become a national trust bank, joining Ripple, Fidelity
Coinbase's federal charter approval could significantly boost institutional trust in crypto, potentially accelerating mainstream adoption. The post Coinbase wins OCC nod to become a national trust bank, joining Ripple, Fidelity appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 4/2/2026, 3:42:54 PM
Solana Hasn’t Bottomed Yet—Here’s Where the Real SOL Rally Could Begin
The post Solana Hasn’t Bottomed Yet—Here’s Where the Real SOL Rally Could Begin appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News The Solana price faced significant upward pressure as the broader market sentiments turned bearish following Trump’s address on the ongoing war. After losing a key support zone, the SOL is now trapped below the resistance, which...
By Sahana Vibhute 4/2/2026, 3:42:09 PM
Ripple concludes 700 million XRP escrow lock for April
Ripple Labs re-locked 70% of the 1 billion XRP received from its escrow account in April 2026. The blockchain payment … Continue reading The post Ripple concludes 700 million XRP escrow lock for April appeared first on Finbold.
By Steve Muchoki 4/2/2026, 3:39:29 PM
Bitcoin to $10,000: Top Bloomberg Expert McGlone Warns of 'Crypto Bubble Burst' in 2026
Bloomberg Intelligence's Mike McGlone warns of a potential Bitcoin return to $10,000 in 2026. Among the reasons are post-pandemic bubble bursts and millions of new tokens that dilute the market.
By Gamza Khanzadaev 4/2/2026, 3:37:00 PM
LNVPN Rebrands to Nadanada.me as Privacy Infrastructure Expands with Anonymous eSIMs and Lightning Payments
Bitcoin Magazine LNVPN Rebrands to Nadanada.me as Privacy Infrastructure Expands with Anonymous eSIMs and Lightning Payments Nadanada.me, formerly LNVPN, now offers anonymous eSIM data plans in over 200 countries, disposable and rental phone numbers, WireGuard VPN, and no-login AI chat — all powered by Lightning Network pay-as-you-go access with...
By Juan Galt 4/2/2026, 3:36:18 PM
Analyst Says $10 Cardano Price Is “Not If, But When” As Bullish Structure Strengthens
Cardano (ADA) traded sideways on Thursday as holders gauged its near-term direction amid elevated crypto market liquidity.
By Newton Gitonga 4/2/2026, 3:34:59 PM
Eightco becomes biggest public Worldcoin holder with $326M bet
Nasdaq-listed Eightco Holdings has disclosed a $326 million position in 277 million Worldcoin tokens, plus ETH, cash, and an indirect OpenAI stake, effectively transforming the stock into a high-beta proxy on Sam Altman’s identity project and AI ecosystem. Nasdaq-listed Eightco…
By Andrew Folkler 4/2/2026, 3:30:00 PM
Elon Musk's X to deploy scam kill switch by auto-locking first-time crypto mentioners
The move comes in response to a wave of phishing attacks using fake copyright emails and is the latest in an attempt to shut down crypto-linked scams on the platform.
By Francisco Rodrigues 4/2/2026, 3:28:49 PM
Israeli attack on tehran IRGC headquarters impacts Iran markets
The Israeli strike heightens geopolitical tensions, influencing market perceptions of US military involvement and Iranian regime stability. The post Israeli attack on tehran IRGC headquarters impacts Iran markets appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/2/2026, 3:27:24 PM
IOTA Deploys Starfish Consensus as TWIN Trade Network Goes Live in Kenya and UK
IOTA's Q1 2026 update reveals Starfish consensus on testnet, 80x indexer gains, and operational trade infrastructure across Kenya and UK ports. (Read More)
By N/A 4/2/2026, 3:24:11 PM
Cardano Price Forecast: ADA slips below consolidation range as risk-off sentiment weighs
Cardano (ADA) is edging lower, trading at $0.235 at the time of writing on Thursday, as crypto prices broadly decline amid war-driven, risk-off sentiment.
By N/A 4/2/2026, 3:23:16 PM
Ripple Prime’s Inaugural BBB Rating Explained — What Drove Kroll’s Decision
Global credit rating agency Kroll has assigned an inaugural investment‑grade issuer rating of BBB to Ripple Prime, marking a notable endorsement from a traditional credit agency for a firm rooted in the crypto sector. Ripple Prime was formed after Ripple acquired Hidden Road for around $1.2 billion late last year and operates as the clearing […]
By Ronaldo Marquez 4/2/2026, 3:21:53 PM
Iran’s top advisor warns US on Strait of Hormuz, ceasefire odds drop
Geopolitical tensions and market volatility rise as diplomatic solutions appear elusive, impacting global trade and energy security. The post Iran’s top advisor warns US on Strait of Hormuz, ceasefire odds drop appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/2/2026, 3:20:35 PM
Ripple CEO Reveals Secret Sauce To $13T XRP Adoption
The $13T processed in payments by Ripple Treasury in 2025 signals a multi-trillion opportunity for XRP. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By Tadas Klimasevskis 4/2/2026, 3:13:00 PM
Stake.com Alternatives Are Trending — Is ZunaBet Gaining Ground?
The short answer is yes. The longer answer explains why it matters. Throughout 2026, search interest in Stake.com alternatives has been building in a way that suggests something more than casual curiosity. Players are researching, comparing, and making moves. Stake.com is not shrinking — it continues to operate as one of the largest crypto...
By Michelle DG 4/2/2026, 3:10:45 PM
How a Solana feature designed for convenience let attackers drain more than $270 million from Drift
The exploit did not involve a bug in Drift's code. It used "durable nonces," a legitimate Solana transaction feature, to pre-sign administrative transfers weeks before executing them, bypassing the protocol's multisig security in minutes.
By Shaurya Malwa 4/2/2026, 3:08:48 PM
Bitcoin trims big loss, stocks erase 2% decline, as Iran signals cooperation on key shipping route
In the middle of a surge higher following President Trump's overnight comments, the price of WTI crude oil quickly fell nearly $6 per barrel on the news.
By Helene Braun 4/2/2026, 3:08:17 PM
Mobix Labs (MOBX) Stock: 1-for-10 Reverse Stock Split Approved to Meet Nasdaq Requirements
Mobix Labs (MOBX) stock drops 3.81% as company confirms 1-for-10 reverse split effective April 6 to restore Nasdaq minimum bid price compliance. The post Mobix Labs (MOBX) Stock: 1-for-10 Reverse Stock Split Approved to Meet Nasdaq Requirements appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Oliver Dale 4/2/2026, 3:07:06 PM
Ripple Prime Secures Investment-Grade Credit Rating Backed by $39B Assets
Investment-grade credit ratings now position Ripple Prime among credible institutional brokerage players, as surging assets, strengthening profitability, and rising demand underscore its expanding role across digital and traditional financial markets. Ripple Prime Earns Investment Grade Rating Amid Rapid Growth Ripple announced on April 2 that...
By Kevin Helms 4/2/2026, 3:05:32 PM
Ripple Prime Earns Strong New Credit Score
.@Ripple has secured a "BBB" investment-grade issuer rating for its newly formed prime brokerage arm.
By Alex Dovbnya 4/2/2026, 3:01:37 PM
StakeStone (STO) Price Surges Over 500% In One Week, What’s Driving This Altcoin?
The StakeStone (STO) price has surged by over 500% in the past week, drawing attention to the token’s ecosystem. The altcoin’s rally comes ahead of a significant token unlock, which could put selling pressure on the token and drive its price down. Why The StakeStone (STO) Price Is Surging The StakeStone (STO) price has surged by over 500% in the...
By Scott Matherson 4/2/2026, 3:00:16 PM
Lise plans Europe’s first fully on-chain IPO for French aerospace supplier
French stock exchange Lise is preparing to list aerospace components supplier ST Group in what is expected to be Europe’s first fully on-chain initial public offering, according to a report from CoinDesk. The listing on the Paris-based venue would mark…
By Dorian Batycka 4/2/2026, 3:00:00 PM
Crypto for Advisors: Crypto custody’s evolution
Beyond simple storage, the next era of institutional crypto will be defined by the real-time connectivity and mobility of digital assets across a fragmented market.
By Paul Frost-Smith 4/2/2026, 3:00:00 PM
DeFi is optimizing for gas, not for markets
DeFi prioritizes gas efficiency over market resilience. Simplified financial logic fails under volatility due to computational constraints.
By Jo o Garcia 4/2/2026, 3:00:00 PM
SoFi (SOFI) Stock Drops Despite Unveiling Always-On Enterprise Banking Solution
SoFi (SOFI) stock fell 2.4% Thursday despite launching its 24/7 Big Business Banking platform with stablecoin capabilities for enterprise clients. The post SoFi (SOFI) Stock Drops Despite Unveiling Always-On Enterprise Banking Solution appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 4/2/2026, 2:58:14 PM
Gulf countries push for normal relations with Iran
Gulf states' diplomatic efforts with Iran could stabilize the region, reducing regime collapse risks and influencing ceasefire prospects. The post Gulf countries push for normal relations with Iran appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/2/2026, 2:57:23 PM
Iridium Communications (IRDM) Stock Jumps 12% Amid Satellite Industry Rally
Iridium Communications (IRDM) stock jumped 12% Thursday as SpaceX filed for IPO and Amazon explored Globalstar acquisition, energizing satellite stocks. The post Iridium Communications (IRDM) Stock Jumps 12% Amid Satellite Industry Rally appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 4/2/2026, 2:56:35 PM
BlackRock buys nearly $2 billion worth of crypto since start of Iran War
BlackRock, the foremost asset manager in the world, has seen a notable change in its crypto net holdings since the … Continue reading The post BlackRock buys nearly $2 billion worth of crypto since start of Iran War appeared first on Finbold.
By Marko 4/2/2026, 2:52:08 PM
North Koreans hackers likely behind $286 million Drift Protocol exploit: Elliptic
The blockchain analytics firm pointed to cross-chain laundering patterns and Solana-specific tracing challenges that mirror prior North Korean state-linked operations
By Olivier Acuna 4/2/2026, 2:50:44 PM
Polymarket Partners with Pyth Network to Enable Traditional Asset Trading Markets
Polymarket partners with Pyth Network to launch stock and commodity prediction markets, introducing Pyth Terminal for real-time price verification and transparency. The post Polymarket Partners with Pyth Network to Enable Traditional Asset Trading Markets appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Oliver Dale 4/2/2026, 2:48:28 PM
Bitcoin Price Continues Sliding as President Trump Signals Iran Escalation, Raising Risk of Drop Toward $60,000
Bitcoin Magazine Bitcoin Price Continues Sliding as President Trump Signals Iran Escalation, Raising Risk of Drop Toward $60,000 Bitcoin price fell nearly 4% after President Trump signaled potential escalation against Iran, sparking a broad risk-off move across global markets and dragging the BTC price temporarily below $66,000. This post Bitcoin...
By Micah Zimmerman 4/2/2026, 2:47:38 PM
Wall Street Just Gave Ripple (XRP) a Big Vote of Confidence: What the New BBB Rating Really Means
KBRA noted that a key factor behind the strong rating is Ripple's solid financial backing.
By Jordan Lyanchev 4/2/2026, 2:45:52 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 4/2/2026, 2:43:07 PM
Eli Lilly (LLY) Stock: Foundayo Launch Could Drive Up to $2.8B in 2026 Revenue
Eli Lilly (LLY) receives FDA approval for Foundayo weight-loss pill. Analysts project 2026 sales between $1.5B-$2.8B as $149/month pill launches April 6. The post Eli Lilly (LLY) Stock: Foundayo Launch Could Drive Up to $2.8B in 2026 Revenue appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 4/2/2026, 2:42:25 PM
Trump to pay DHS employees; Iran drafts hormuz protocol with Oman
Diplomatic efforts in the Strait of Hormuz may signal potential de-escalation, impacting market expectations for a US-Iran ceasefire. The post Trump to pay DHS employees; Iran drafts hormuz protocol with Oman appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/2/2026, 2:41:04 PM
Bitcoin hits weekly low on oil fears as analyst teases $10K BTC price target
Analysis warned that Bitcoin risked falling to $10,000 in the long term as BTC price action fell with US stocks thanks to oil-supply concerns.
By William Suberg 4/2/2026, 2:40:19 PM
Iran drafts hormuz protocol with Oman amid ongoing conflict
The Iran-Oman protocol may signal diplomatic progress, potentially influencing regional stability and market confidence in ceasefire prospects. The post Iran drafts hormuz protocol with Oman amid ongoing conflict appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/2/2026, 2:40:08 PM
OKX Ventures Maps AI Agent Economy as x402 Transactions Crater 92%
New OKX Ventures report reveals x402 payment protocol volume dropped from 731K to 57K daily transactions while Virtuals Protocol hits $479M aGDP. (Read More)
By N/A 4/2/2026, 2:38:57 PM
Lise to host tokenized IPO for French defense supplier ST Group
French blockchain-based stock exchange Lise plans to host what it describes as a fully onchain IPO for ST Group.
By Amin Haqshanas 4/2/2026, 2:36:28 PM
Deutsche Bank Elevates Broadcom (AVGO) and Applied Materials (AMAT) to Premier Tech Selections
Deutsche Bank names Applied Materials and Broadcom top tech picks. AMAT gains 38% in 2026 while AVGO targets $100B AI chip revenue. Full analysis inside. The post Deutsche Bank Elevates Broadcom (AVGO) and Applied Materials (AMAT) to Premier Tech Selections appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 4/2/2026, 2:35:21 PM
Linux Foundation Adopts x402 Protocol to Standardize AI Payment Infrastructure
Linux Foundation assumes control of x402 payment protocol, establishing open governance for AI-driven transactions across blockchain and traditional systems. The post Linux Foundation Adopts x402 Protocol to Standardize AI Payment Infrastructure appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Oliver Dale 4/2/2026, 2:35:10 PM
BAE Systems (BAESY) Secures $180M Swedish Air Defense Deal Despite Stock Decline
BAE Systems (BAESY) wins $180M Swedish contract for TRIDON Mk2 air defense system, part of $916M deal, but stock falls 1.88% in premarket trading. The post BAE Systems (BAESY) Secures $180M Swedish Air Defense Deal Despite Stock Decline appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 4/2/2026, 2:34:26 PM
Microsoft (MSFT) Unveils Three Proprietary AI Models in Major Strategic Shift
Microsoft (MSFT) debuts three proprietary AI models—MAI-Transcribe-1, MAI-Voice-1, and MAI-Image-2—marking a strategic shift toward independence from OpenAI. The post Microsoft (MSFT) Unveils Three Proprietary AI Models in Major Strategic Shift appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 4/2/2026, 2:33:42 PM
Coinbase Lawyer Just Revealed The Truth About The “Secret” CLARITY Act Deal — Crypto Traders, Don’t Sleep On This Vote
Coinbase chief legal officer has suggested that negotiators in the Senate are “very close” to a deal on the CLARITY Act’s most contentious crypto issue. Coinbase: “Very Close To A Deal”, Despite Stablecoin Dispute It’s all about the stablecoins. Whether and how exchanges can pay yield on stablecoin balances continues to be the bone of […]
By James Halver 4/2/2026, 2:30:33 PM
Telegram wallet adds 50x perpetuals across metals, stocks, oil, crypto
Wallet in Telegram now offers 50x perpetual futures on metals, stocks, oil, and crypto via Lighter’s hybrid stack, collapsing messaging, custody, and high-risk derivatives into one mini-app. Telegram’s embedded crypto service Wallet in Telegram has introduced perpetual contract trading inside…
By Dorian Batycka 4/2/2026, 2:30:00 PM
Bitcoin Price Analysis: What’s Next for BTC After Tanking to $66K?
BTC has entered a phase of consolidation after a sharp decline from January highs near $100k. The price action shows that BTC has been respecting a broad ascending channel. The primary current support area is around $60k, and resistance is near the $75k mark. Short-term momentum is also weak, and the market appears to be […]
By Shayan Markets 4/2/2026, 2:27:50 PM
Pakistan uncovers israeli plot against iranian officials, impacting ceasefire odds
The revelation strains US-Iran diplomatic efforts, heightening regional tensions and increasing the likelihood of military conflict. The post Pakistan uncovers israeli plot against iranian officials, impacting ceasefire odds appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/2/2026, 2:25:21 PM
Cardano and Monero (XMR) in Tussle for Crypto Ranking, Who Will End up Ahead?
Monero edges closer to Cardano in crypto rankings, with just one hurdle set to be crossed.
By Tomiwabold Olajide 4/2/2026, 2:24:00 PM