Hezbollah upgrades drones with fiber-optic tech, impacting Israel ceasefire outlook
Hezbollah's drone advancements challenge Israel's defenses, complicating ceasefire prospects and increasing regional instability risks. The post Hezbollah upgrades drones with fiber-optic tech, impacting Israel ceasefire outlook appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/28/2026, 8:34:50 PM
Bitmine Just Staked Another $260M In Ethereum: What’s the Endgame?
Ethereum is struggling to reclaim the $2,400 level as the broader market consolidates and buyers search for the conviction needed to push through overhead resistance. The price chart shows hesitation. The on-chain data, however, is showing something quite different — and it is coming from the same entity that has been quietly reshaping Ethereum’s...
By Sebastian Villafuerte 4/28/2026, 8:30:05 PM
Crypto Will Become the World’s First Permissionless Equity System, Says Raoul Pal
TLDR: Raoul Pal argues UBI is a broken 20th-century solution that cannot keep pace with an AI-driven economy. AI agents will become the biggest DeFi users within five years, managing treasuries at machine speed. Anyone with a phone can buy permissionless equity in blockchain infrastructure with no KYC or restrictions. Pal projects the total crypto...
By Brenda Mary 4/28/2026, 8:29:33 PM
Robinhood stock shrugs off a 47% crash in crypto revenue thanks to a massive surge in event betting
While the trading platform’s crypto revenue tanked 47% to $134 million, a record-breaking surge in prediction market bets helped push overall revenue up 15% to $1.07 billion.
By Helene Braun 4/28/2026, 8:28:00 PM
UK MPs reject probe into PM Starmer over Mandelson appointment
The rejection of the probe may temporarily stabilize Starmer's position, but ongoing investigations could still pose significant risks. The post UK MPs reject probe into PM Starmer over Mandelson appointment appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/28/2026, 8:24:17 PM
Strategy buys 3,273 Bitcoin for $255M amid Strait of Hormuz crisis
Institutional Bitcoin purchases amid geopolitical crises may stabilize prices, influencing market dynamics and investor sentiment significantly. The post Strategy buys 3,273 Bitcoin for $255M amid Strait of Hormuz crisis appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/28/2026, 8:23:24 PM
'100%': Ripple CEO Makes Crucial XRP Statement
Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse has told the Reddit co-founder that XRP remains the ultimate "North Star.".
By Alex Dovbnya 4/28/2026, 8:21:46 PM
Putin meets Iranian officials, confirming diplomatic ties without military shift
Russia's diplomatic engagement with Iran reinforces their partnership, impacting geopolitical stability and market expectations without military escalation. The post Putin meets Iranian officials, confirming diplomatic ties without military shift appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/28/2026, 8:21:33 PM
Fed likely to hold rates steady despite leadership change, oil prices rise
The Fed's steady rates amid leadership changes and rising oil prices could sustain inflation, complicating future rate cut decisions. The post Fed likely to hold rates steady despite leadership change, oil prices rise appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/28/2026, 8:17:02 PM
US natural gas exports maxed out as Strait of Hormuz closure impacts supply
Global energy markets face prolonged instability, with limited U.S. export capacity unable to alleviate supply disruptions. The post US natural gas exports maxed out as Strait of Hormuz closure impacts supply appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/28/2026, 8:14:02 PM
Trump considers Iranian offer to reopen Strait of Hormuz, easing oil tensions
Trump's potential deal with Iran could stabilize oil markets, reducing volatility and easing geopolitical tensions in the energy sector. The post Trump considers Iranian offer to reopen Strait of Hormuz, easing oil tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/28/2026, 8:12:24 PM
Contractor linked to Israeli Defense Ministry killed in Lebanon
The incident may complicate ceasefire timelines, but market stability suggests traders see it as part of ongoing tensions, not a shift. The post Contractor linked to Israeli Defense Ministry killed in Lebanon appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/28/2026, 8:05:20 PM
Iran internet blackout hits 60 days, deepens economic disruption
The prolonged internet blackout in Iran exacerbates economic instability, potentially influencing future political shifts and market dynamics. The post Iran internet blackout hits 60 days, deepens economic disruption appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/28/2026, 8:03:54 PM
Report: Polymarket Targets Full US Return as CFTC Talks Advance
Polymarket is in active talks with the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) to remove a ban that has kept its primary blockchain-based exchange away from American traders since 2022, Bloomberg reported. Key Takeaways: Polymarket held discussions with the CFTC in recent weeks to lift its 2022 ban and bring its main exchange to U.S. […]
By Jamie Redman 4/28/2026, 8:01:00 PM
Crypto Traders Just Moved $100 Billion In Gold Volume: Find Out What Is Driving The Rush
The crypto market is consolidating after months of bearish price action, with participants navigating an environment defined by geopolitical tension, macro uncertainty, and a price structure that has yet to confirm a clear direction. In this context, top analyst Darkfost has identified a behavioral shift that cuts across the usual boundaries...
By Sebastian Villafuerte 4/28/2026, 8:00:04 PM
CLARITY Act Survives Bank Pushback as Trump Personally Warns Bankers to Back Off
President Trump told hundreds of top $TRUMP memecoin holders at a private April 25 event at Mar-a-Lago that the White House will not allow banks to block the CLARITY Act, pledging to sign the bill immediately and framing crypto market…
By Peace Longe 4/28/2026, 8:00:00 PM
Over Protocol’s lights go out, leaving a “decentralized” shell behind
Over Foundation has shut down all Over Protocol infrastructure, abandoning OverWallet, nodes and explorers, and leaving block production to any validators stubborn enough to keep running. The Over Foundation announced it will permanently cease operations of Over Protocol, a Layer…
By Andrew Folkler 4/28/2026, 8:00:00 PM
Bitcoin Coinbase Premium turns negative as BTC price drops, weekly losses top $829M
Bitcoin price followed weakening US spot market demand as the Coinbase Premium Index turned negative for the first time in three weeks.
By Biraajmaan Tamuly 4/28/2026, 7:56:21 PM
Paul Tudor Jones calls bitcoin the 'best inflation hedge,' warns of overvalued stocks
It will be "really hard to make money" in stocks over the next decade, said the billionaire investor, noting that the S&P 500's valuation reminds him of the 2000 dot-com bubble.
By Krisztian Sandor 4/28/2026, 7:56:15 PM
Tether Builds Modular Bitcoin Mining Systems With Canaan
TLDR Tether introduced a modular bitcoin mining system developed with Canaan and ACME Swisstech. The company designed the system around application-specific hash board modules instead of sealed mining rigs. Tether integrates the modules into its own control architecture, cooling systems, and software stack. CEO Paolo Ardoino said the company aims...
By Maxwell Mutuma 4/28/2026, 7:53:47 PM
South Korea Boosts Crypto Taxation With AI System
TLDR South Korea recovered $23 million in unpaid taxes from five major overseas tax evaders since July 2025. The National Tax Service used international cooperation with three countries to trace hidden foreign assets. The agency now exchanges financial information with 163 jurisdictions and uses automatic data sharing with 119 countries....
By Maxwell Mutuma 4/28/2026, 7:45:44 PM
US intelligence assesses Iran’s potential response to Trump victory claim
Increased market volatility and diplomatic uncertainty highlight the fragile state of US-Iran relations, potentially stalling future talks. The post US intelligence assesses Iran’s potential response to Trump victory claim appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/28/2026, 7:44:59 PM
RedStone launches settlement layer to address RWA liquidity gap in DeFi lending
A new system targets the mismatch between fast DeFi liquidations and slow asset redemptions, a key barrier to the use of tokenized assets in lending markets.
By Sam Bourgi 4/28/2026, 7:42:43 PM
Traders Push Bitcoin Below $76,000 as $43M Long Liquidations Trigger Slide
On Tuesday, April 28, bitcoin fell 0.7%, dipping below the $76,000 mark as global markets stalled amid a lull in Middle East geopolitical tensions. Key Takeaways: Bitcoin dropped 0.7% to $76,200 on April 28 as markets shifted focus away from Middle East geopolitical risks. The Bitunix analysis shows that $43 million in long positions were […]
By Terence Zimwara 4/28/2026, 7:42:17 PM
Lightspark Launches Grid Global Accounts, Targeting Fragmented Global Payment System
Bitcoin Magazine Lightspark Launches Grid Global Accounts, Targeting Fragmented Global Payment System David Marcus, CEO of Lightspark, used a Tuesday morning session at the Bitcoin 2026 Conference to announce Grid Global Accounts. This post Lightspark Launches Grid Global Accounts, Targeting Fragmented Global Payment System first appeared on...
By Micah Zimmerman 4/28/2026, 7:40:47 PM
US blockade traps 20+ vessels at Chah Bahar, Iran maritime action likely
The blockade's escalation risks destabilizing regional trade and increasing geopolitical tensions, potentially prompting Iranian retaliation. The post US blockade traps 20+ vessels at Chah Bahar, Iran maritime action likely appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/28/2026, 7:37:19 PM
Tehran-Moscow flights resume, signaling de-escalation amid Iran ceasefire
The resumed flights suggest easing tensions and potential regional stability, impacting geopolitical dynamics and market perceptions. The post Tehran-Moscow flights resume, signaling de-escalation amid Iran ceasefire appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/28/2026, 7:35:28 PM
CFTC Deploys AI to Speed Crypto Registration Reviews
TLDR The CFTC plans to use AI tools to review crypto registration applications and improve processing speed. Chair Michael Selig said AI can flag incomplete filings and reject submissions with blank sections. The agency aims to reduce manual paperwork and increase efficiency through automation. Selig linked the use of AI to federal workforce cuts...
By Maxwell Mutuma 4/28/2026, 7:35:23 PM
Iran uranium enrichment standoff persists as April 30 deadline looms
The persistent standoff may lead to prolonged geopolitical tensions, impacting global markets and diplomatic relations significantly. The post Iran uranium enrichment standoff persists as April 30 deadline looms appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/28/2026, 7:32:10 PM
Bitcoin price eyes $82K rally amid stablecoin inflows, $60K dip less likely
Increased stablecoin inflows suggest short-term Bitcoin growth, but skepticism remains about long-term targets without broader market shifts. The post Bitcoin price eyes $82K rally amid stablecoin inflows, $60K dip less likely appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/28/2026, 7:22:38 PM
Your Bank is Becoming a Casino: River CEO Frames Bitcoin as the Alternative
Bitcoin Magazine Your Bank is Becoming a Casino: River CEO Frames Bitcoin as the Alternative Bitcoin 2026 speaker Alex Leishman warned in his Bitcoin 2026 talk that modern finance is shifting toward a gambling-like system, arguing that rising costs and stagnant wages are pushing people toward prediction markets. This post Your Bank is Becoming a...
By Micah Zimmerman 4/28/2026, 7:21:58 PM
Rubio warns against Iran control of waterways, doubts US agreement by April 30
Rubio's warning highlights geopolitical tensions, potentially impacting global oil markets and US-Iran diplomatic relations. The post Rubio warns against Iran control of waterways, doubts US agreement by April 30 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/28/2026, 7:19:21 PM
State Street Targets 2026 for Luxembourg Tokenized Fund
TLDR State Street will launch tokenized fund servicing from Luxembourg by the end of 2026. The service will operate through State Street Investment Services and its Digital Asset Platform. The platform will support issuance administration and custody of each tokenized fund. State Street will manage digital and traditional funds under a single...
By Maxwell Mutuma 4/28/2026, 7:16:33 PM
CLARITY Act stablecoin fight shifts from yield to who captures digital-dollar economics
Washington is turning stablecoins into regulated payment instruments while trying to keep issuer-paid yield away from holders. That combination changesthe economics of digital dollars and puts the value of user balances up for grabs across the intermediary stack. The GENIUS Act bars permitted payment stablecoin issuers and foreign payment...
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 4/28/2026, 7:10:04 PM
Polymarket Seeks CFTC Nod to Restore U.S. Trading Access
TLDR Polymarket has asked the CFTC to lift its ban on U.S. traders. The company held recent discussions with CFTC officials about restoring access. The trading restriction followed a 2022 settlement with the regulator. The CFTC must vote before Polymarket can reopen its main exchange to U.S. users. Chairman Michael Selig currently serves as the...
By Maxwell Mutuma 4/28/2026, 7:06:43 PM
CFTC Sues Wisconsin Over Prediction Market Ban
The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) filed a federal lawsuit against Wisconsin on Tuesday, directly challenging the state’s attempt to shut down prediction market platforms operating under CFTC oversight. Key Takeaways: The CFTC sued Wisconsin on April 28, 2026, defending Kalshi and Polymarket against state gambling law...
By Jamie Redman 4/28/2026, 7:05:02 PM
Musk OpenAI Trial Reaches Opening Arguments as Counsel Says Company Would Not Exist Without Him
Opening arguments began April 28 in the Musk OpenAI civil trial in Oakland, with Musk’s lead attorney Steven Molo telling jurors that without Elon Musk’s $38 million in early funding and recruiting of top AI scientists, OpenAI would not exist,…
By Peace Longe 4/28/2026, 7:05:00 PM
Symbiotic and Midas Build Instant Liquidity for Tokenized Assets
Dubai, UAE, 28th April 2026, Chainwire The post Symbiotic and Midas Build Instant Liquidity for Tokenized Assets appeared first on The Daily Hodl.
By Chainwire 4/28/2026, 7:00:53 PM
Ripple Is A ‘Silent Killer’: How It’s Using XRP To Solve Crypto’s Biggest Bottlenecks
Much of the crypto market has spent 2026 fixated on XRP’s price chart, which has shed more than 60% from its 2025 peak. However, Ripple itself has been doing something far more consequential, which has been dismantling the structural barriers that have kept crypto on the sidelines. One of the clearest signals came from Ripple’s […]
By Scott Matherson 4/28/2026, 7:00:47 PM
Humanity Protocol tops gains as MemeCore’s insider-heavy float buckles
Top‑100 crypto traded mixed today as Humanity Protocol jumped 14.5%, MemeCore slid 9.3% on 90% insider‑supply fears, and total market cap dipped 1.39% to $2.65T. The top 100 cryptocurrencies by market capitalization recorded divergent price action during today’s trading session,…
By Andrew Folkler 4/28/2026, 7:00:00 PM
Bitcoin Flashes Bearish Signal. Is 10% Drop Imminent?
Bitcoin is flashing a major warning sign as a bearish MACD cross appears on the daily chart, signaling that bullish momentum is exhausted and bears are taking control.
By Alex Dovbnya 4/28/2026, 6:56:22 PM
3 Binance Updates for XRP and Other Altcoin Traders: Details
Here are the latest listings and delistings announced by the exchange.
By Dimitar Dzhondzhorov 4/28/2026, 6:56:02 PM
NYSE Files Rule Change Naming XRP for Commodity Trusts
TLDR NYSE Arca filed a proposal to amend Rule 8.201-E for Commodity-Based Trust Shares. The proposal names XRP among digital assets that could qualify under updated standards. The exchange requires at least 85% of a trust’s net asset value to hold approved assets. A trust may allocate up to 15% of its holdings to non-approved [...] The post NYSE...
By Maxwell Mutuma 4/28/2026, 6:55:06 PM
UnitedHealth (UNH) Stock Surges on Stellar Q1 Earnings and Improved Margins
UnitedHealth (UNH) stock surges 3.6% on Q1 earnings beat with $7.23 EPS, improved medical benefit ratio of 83.9%, and raised 2026 guidance to $18.25. The post UnitedHealth (UNH) Stock Surges on Stellar Q1 Earnings and Improved Margins appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 4/28/2026, 6:54:24 PM
AMD Stock Tumbles Nearly 5% After OpenAI Revenue Target Shortfall
AMD stock tumbled 4.8% after OpenAI missed 2025 revenue targets. Concerns mount over AI chip demand despite competitor growth. Q1 earnings expected May 5. The post AMD Stock Tumbles Nearly 5% After OpenAI Revenue Target Shortfall appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 4/28/2026, 6:53:48 PM
Erasca (ERAS) Shares Plunge 50% Following Trial Fatality and Patent Dispute
Erasca (ERAS) stock plummeted 50% following disappointing trial results for ERAS-0015, a patient death, and a patent lawsuit from Revolution Medicines. The post Erasca (ERAS) Shares Plunge 50% Following Trial Fatality and Patent Dispute appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 4/28/2026, 6:53:06 PM
Bitwise CIO says Strategy’s STRC could keep fueling Bitcoin’s latest rally
Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan says Strategys STRC issuance has fueled Bitcoins rally and may support more BTC purchases. The post Bitwise CIO says Strategy’s STRC could keep fueling Bitcoin’s latest rally appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/28/2026, 6:52:31 PM
Herzog’s legal advisor opens plea deal talks in Netanyahu corruption trial
The initiation of plea deal talks could significantly impact political stability and market dynamics, highlighting the volatility of legal proceedings. The post Herzog’s legal advisor opens plea deal talks in Netanyahu corruption trial appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/28/2026, 6:51:55 PM
Solidus AI Tech Rebrands to AITECH Cloud Network (ACN) and Announces Migration to Ethereum
This sponsored press release was provided by Solidus AI Tech and was not written by Bitcoin.com News. Bitcoin.com News does not necessarily endorse the statements made within this announcement. PRESS RELEASE. Solidus AI Tech has announced a major evolution of its ecosystem, rebranding to AITECH Cloud Network (ACN) and confirming its migration from...
By Media 4/28/2026, 6:50:43 PM
Bitcoin To $125,000 By 2026-End? Arthur Hayes Explains Why The Mega Bullish Move Is Inevitable
Hayes sees room for a strong Bitcoin rally to $125,000 by the end of 2026, driven by powerful macroeconomic catalysts that could spark renewed market momentum.
By Brenda Ngari 4/28/2026, 6:48:14 PM