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
Former Ripple CTO Gives 3 Reasons Banks May Choose XRP Over Stablecoins
The former CTO at Ripple, David Schwartz, has given three reasons why global banks might prefer XRP to stablecoins.
By Muthoni Mary Kiama 4/5/2026, 5:56:11 PM
Bitcoin and the US dollar have a 'symbiotic' relationship: BPI exec
Demand for either currency strengthens both in a reinforcing relationship, contrary to popular sentiment, Sam Lyman told Cointelegraph.
By Vince Quill 4/5/2026, 5:17:37 PM
Trump Threatens Iranian Power Plants and Bridges on Easter, Confirms US Armed Protesters Through Kurdish Channels
President Donald Trump posted a profane ultimatum on Truth Social on Easter Sunday, warning Iran it has until Tuesday to reopen the Strait of Hormuz or face U.S. strikes on power plants and bridges. Key Takeaways: Trump threatened to strike Iranian power plants and bridges on April 7 if the Strait of Hormuz is not […]
By Jamie Redman 4/5/2026, 5:10:06 PM
UAE considers joining US-led coalition to secure Strait of Hormuz after rescue operation: FT
UAE's potential coalition involvement heightens military conflict risks, diminishing prospects for diplomatic resolutions in the region. The post UAE considers joining US-led coalition to secure Strait of Hormuz after rescue operation: FT appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/5/2026, 5:04:40 PM
UAE joins US-led coalition to secure Strait of Hormuz amid military tensions
The UAE's involvement may heighten regional tensions, impacting global oil markets and complicating diplomatic efforts for peace. The post UAE joins US-led coalition to secure Strait of Hormuz amid military tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/5/2026, 5:04:37 PM
Scammers Drain $76,000 From Truist Bank Customer, Convincing Victim To Withdraw Piles of Cash in Person
Authorities in Chatham County, Georgia say they’re investigating a bank fraud scheme after a woman reported losing more than $76,000 to scammers. The Chatham County Police Department says the victim received a phone call from someone she did not know on February 6th. The caller said her bank account was compromised and that she needed to […] The...
By Rhodilee Jean Dolor 4/5/2026, 4:47:27 PM
Trump hints at de-escalation in Iran conflict as troop market odds surge to 86%
Increased market odds of US troop involvement in Iran highlight geopolitical tensions and uncertainty despite diplomatic signals. The post Trump hints at de-escalation in Iran conflict as troop market odds surge to 86% appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/5/2026, 4:39:53 PM
Trump’s comments cool speculation on US ground invasion in Iran, market shifts to 86% YES
Trump's comments may temporarily ease invasion fears, but market trends suggest persistent geopolitical tension and potential escalation. The post Trump’s comments cool speculation on US ground invasion in Iran, market shifts to 86% YES appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/5/2026, 4:39:52 PM
Viral song boosts odds of Iranian regime collapse to 13.5% by June 30
The viral song highlights growing unrest and potential power struggles, increasing the risk of regime instability and leadership changes in Iran. The post Viral song boosts odds of Iranian regime collapse to 13.5% by June 30 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/5/2026, 4:37:35 PM
Pope Leo’s appeal raises US-Iran ceasefire odds, April 30 now at 18% YES
Market skepticism persists despite symbolic appeals, with traders anticipating potential diplomatic shifts in late April or beyond. The post Pope Leo’s appeal raises US-Iran ceasefire odds, April 30 now at 18% YES appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/5/2026, 4:35:27 PM
US special forces rescue F-15 crew in Iran as tensions escalate
The rescue operation signals heightened military engagement, reducing chances for diplomatic resolution and increasing market volatility. The post US special forces rescue F-15 crew in Iran as tensions escalate appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/5/2026, 4:31:13 PM
US forces entering Iran by April 30 surge to 86% amid rising tensions
The increased likelihood of U.S. forces entering Iran suggests escalating military involvement, diminishing prospects for a near-term ceasefire. The post US forces entering Iran by April 30 surge to 86% amid rising tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/5/2026, 4:31:01 PM
Crypto market recap: What happened today?
Crypto markets faced token dilution concerns, a new Bitcoin cycle debate, and Polymarket backlash over a removed listing.
By Olivia Stephanie 4/5/2026, 4:30:33 PM
Algorand just jumped 50% after a Google flags quantum risk for Bitcoin and Ethereum
Algorand has emerged as an early standout in the crypto market’s latest quantum security debate after a recent Google Quantum AI paper highlighted the blockchain as a live example of post-quantum cryptography being deployed on a network. The attention came as the paper sharpened concerns around Bitcoin and Ethereum, two networks whose size, age,...
By Oluwapelumi Adejumo 4/5/2026, 4:15:58 PM
Trump hints at Iran accepting ceasefire terms without nuclear conditions
Market skepticism reflects uncertainty in diplomatic progress, highlighting the challenges of achieving a swift US-Iran ceasefire. The post Trump hints at Iran accepting ceasefire terms without nuclear conditions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/5/2026, 4:12:34 PM
‘Back to Work’: Michael Saylor Fuels Optimism for Another Massive Strategy Bitcoin Buy
Renewed signals from Strategy’s bitcoin activity hint at another major purchase as Michael Saylor resumes a closely watched “orange dot” posting pattern tied to accumulation cycles. Key Takeaways: Michael Saylor’s “orange dot” post revived, fueling anticipation of a massive bitcoin buy announcement. Strategy holds 762,099 BTC, underscoring its...
By Kevin Helms 4/5/2026, 4:10:52 PM
Trump’s comments on Iran drop ceasefire odds to 1% by April 7
Trump's mixed signals on Iran heighten uncertainty, impacting market confidence and delaying potential diplomatic resolutions. The post Trump’s comments on Iran drop ceasefire odds to 1% by April 7 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/5/2026, 4:02:04 PM
Trump hints at Iran deal but warns of attack, traders skeptical on ceasefire chances: FT
Market skepticism highlights the fragile geopolitical landscape, with potential escalation overshadowing diplomatic resolutions. The post Trump hints at Iran deal but warns of attack, traders skeptical on ceasefire chances: FT appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/5/2026, 4:02:02 PM
Ripple (XRP) Aims to Revolutionise Finance, Yet Analysts Say Taurox (TAUX) Might Make it Sooner After Opening Pre-KYA
Ripple trades near $1.32 right now. On April , the International Monetary Fund released a major new note on “Tokenized Finance,” calling tokenization a fundamental shift in how global finance works, not just a small tech upgrade. The IMF highlighted faster settlement, better transparency, and huge potential for real-world assets and cross-border...
By PR Desk 4/5/2026, 4:00:31 PM
Bitcoin is now front-running the Fed rather than reacting to it. ETFs are the cause
Bitcoin's correlation with global central bank easing has turned strongly negative since 2024, suggesting BTC now leads rather than lags monetary policy signals.
By Francisco Rodrigues 4/5/2026, 4:00:00 PM