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
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
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 4/4/2026, 1:27:29 PM
Nevada judge extends ban on Kalshi, rejects event contract defense
The judge said Kalshi’s event contracts are indistinguishable from sports betting, supporting the state’s position that the platform requires a gaming license.
By Amin Haqshanas 4/4/2026, 1:21:54 PM
XRP Breaks Positive Weekly Trend With $3.56 Million in Withdrawals
XRP has broken its two-week inflow streak with a week close of net outflows as institutional investors continue to withdraw their engagement with the funds.
By Caroline Amosun 4/4/2026, 1:20:00 PM
Free Bitcoin again? Block revives Faucet under Jack Dorsey
Block plans to relaunch a Bitcoin faucet on April 6 via btc.day, reviving the early BTC giveaway model introduced by Gavin Andresen in 2010.
By Olivia Stephanie 4/4/2026, 1:15:34 PM
Ripple Prime Leverage Jumps Over 70x Amid Capital Support Boost
Ripple Prime is scaling amid strong regulatory and capital backing.
By Godfrey Benjamin 4/4/2026, 1:11:00 PM
Ethereum Just Flashed a Rare Signal: What Happens Next?
The post Ethereum Just Flashed a Rare Signal: What Happens Next? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Ethereum is flashing a rare market signal, and it’s not showing up in price yet. While the broader crypto market remains stuck in consolidation, ETH supply on exchanges has dropped to multi-year lows, just as early signs of buy-side pressure...
By Shubham Vishwakarma 4/4/2026, 1:09:02 PM
Analyst Who Called Bitcoin Top Says Price Is Going To $200,000, But Should You Buy Now?
Crypto analyst Doctor Profit, who called the Bitcoin top, has predicted that BTC could still rally to $200,000, marking a new all-time high (ATH) for the leading crypto. However, the analyst suggested now isn’t a good time to buy as BTC is still likely to drop lower. Bitcoin Still Going To Rally To $200,000 But Will Drop Lower First In an X post,...
By Scott Matherson 4/4/2026, 1:00:07 PM
Shiba Inu Trend Turns Uncertain After Quick Golden to Death Cross Shift
Shiba Inu (SHIB) traders are facing a wave of uncertainty as recent technical signals show conflicting momentum in the short term.
By Tomiwabold Olajide 4/4/2026, 12:55:00 PM
Why Ethereum, Bitcoin, and Solana ruled weekend crypto chatter
Santiment said Ethereum, Solana, Bitcoin, USDC, Pippin and Chainlink drew the most trader attention as markets neared the weekend.
By Olivia Stephanie 4/4/2026, 12:38:48 PM
LayerZero, Canton, and Zero Blockchain Are Building the Rails for Institutional Cross-Chain Value
TLDR: LayerZero has integrated 165+ chains and processed over $200B in volume, creating deep operational lock-in for builders. Canton Network processes $8T in monthly RWAs and $350B daily in Treasury repo, with LayerZero as its only live interoperability rail. On-chain data shows coordinated ZRO accumulation between $1.30–$2.00, with sizing...
By Brenda Mary 4/4/2026, 12:30:44 PM
Bitcoin Consolidates Under Pressure at $67K With Bearish Undertone Intact
At 8 a.m. Eastern time on April 4, 2026, bitcoin traded at $67,109, with a market cap of $1.32 trillion and a 24-hour volume of $45.26 billion. The session saw price fluctuate between $65,934 and $69,074, reflecting continued volatility within a broader consolidation phase. Key Takeaways: Bitcoin held steady around $67K on April 4, 2026; […]
By Jamie Redman 4/4/2026, 12:30:37 PM
Bitcoin Network Utilization At All-Time Low — What This Means For The Bear Phase
It has been another week of uncertain movements for the Bitcoin price, with the global financial markets moving to the whims of the ongoing tensions in the Middle East. The premier cryptocurrency has struggled to stay afloat after hitting a roadblock at the $69,000 resistance level earlier in the week. The latest on-chain data has […]
By Opeyemi Sule 4/4/2026, 12:30:04 PM
Metaplanet Outperforms MicroStrategy in Q1 Bitcoin Acquisition Using Options-Based Treasury Strategy
TLDR: Metaplanet added 5,075 BTC to permanent holdings in Q1 through a structured options income rotation system. The firm generated $18.63 million in options income, reducing its net Bitcoin cost to roughly $76,227 per coin. MicroStrategy acquired 89,599 BTC at $80,929 average, while Metaplanet’s net cost came in nearly $4,700 lower. Metaplanet...
By Brenda Mary 4/4/2026, 12:26:33 PM
Crypto Capital Inflows Plunge in Early 2026
The post Crypto Capital Inflows Plunge in Early 2026 appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Crypto investment activity slowed significantly in the first quarter of 2026, with total inflows estimated at around 11 billion dollars, far below last year’s pace. When annualized, this trend suggests roughly $44 billion, compared to $130 billion in...
By Sohrab Khawas 4/4/2026, 12:23:31 PM
XRP Has Solved Some of the Tokenization Problems Recently Identified by the IMF: Validator
An XRPL validator says XRP addresses some of the concerns recently raised by the IMF regarding the adoption of tokenized finance. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) recently shared a note on tokenization and blockchain technology, stressing that while the idea shows promise, it could also bring risks to the global financial system. Visit Website
By Sam Wisdom Raphael 4/4/2026, 12:22:49 PM
Bitcoin Enters Weekend With Highest Fear Levels in a Month: Here’s Why That’s Good
Will BTC start to move in the opposite direction of what the crowd expects soon?
By Jordan Lyanchev 4/4/2026, 12:21:34 PM
Hoskinson Demands Apology from Cardano Operator Over Midnight Launch
Tensions are rising within the Cardano ecosystem following the mainnet launch of Midnight, a privacy-focused partner chain backed by $200 million. Midnight enters the market with features such as zero-knowledge proofs, which enable shielded transactions. Visit Website
By Abdulkarim Abdulwahab 4/4/2026, 12:17:10 PM
Florida Man Drains $234,000 From Bank Customers in California and Nevada, Posing As Fraud Investigator: DOJ
A Florida resident has admitted to stealing tens of thousands of dollars from bank customers across the US by pretending to be a fraud investigator. The US Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of California says Albert Guerra, who is based in Miramar, Florida, has pleaded guilty to running a nationwide bank fraud scheme together with […]...
By Mark Emem 4/4/2026, 12:15:59 PM
ZachXBT’s Circle Files: USDC’s Biggest Compliance Scandal
The post ZachXBT’s Circle Files: USDC’s Biggest Compliance Scandal appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Circle, the issuer of USDC, is facing criticism after blockchain investigator ZachXBT shared a detailed thread called “Welcome to Circle Files.” Over the past three years, Circle’s handling of USDC has reportedly resulted in losses totaling...
By Rizwan Ansari 4/4/2026, 12:02:47 PM
How to Earn Bitcoin Without Mining in 2026: Bitcoin Everlight Spotlight
Mining Bitcoin in 2026 is not what it used to be. The last halving cut block rewards in half, network difficulty keeps climbing, and the electricity costs alone are enough to make most retail investors walk away before they even start. Industrial operations with cheap power and purpose-built facilities have essentially taken over. For the […]
By Felix Mollen 4/4/2026, 12:00:28 PM