Senator pushes Clarity Act forward as stablecoin yield fight nears markup
U.S. Senator Thom Tillis is trying to haul the long‑stalled CLARITY Act into a Senate Banking markup that would simultaneously settle Washington’s stablecoin‑yield fight and advance Cynthia Lummis‑backed protections for non‑custodial crypto developers. U.S. Senator Thom Tillis is pushing to…
By Andrew Folkler 4/29/2026, 6:11:55 PM
Netanyahu to discuss Iran proposal with Trump after rejection
Netanyahu's talks with Trump signal a tougher stance, potentially diminishing prospects for a near-term diplomatic resolution with Iran. The post Netanyahu to discuss Iran proposal with Trump after rejection appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/29/2026, 6:07:53 PM
Federal Reserve Holds Interest Rates Steady at 3.5–3.75%
The Federal Reserve held its benchmark interest rate unchanged on Wednesday, with the Federal Open Market Committee voting to keep the federal funds rate in a target range of 3.5% to 3.75% amid elevated inflation and growing global uncertainty. Key Takeaways: The Fed voted 8–4 on April 29, 2026, to hold the federal funds rate […]
By Jamie Redman 4/29/2026, 6:06:39 PM
DeFi raises $300M for Kelp’s rsETH holders after exploit, no ETH price impact
The $300M DeFi bailout highlights resilience but underscores skepticism, as traders await sustained growth over temporary fixes for ETH price impact. The post DeFi raises $300M for Kelp’s rsETH holders after exploit, no ETH price impact appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/29/2026, 6:04:10 PM
Fed holds rates steady as Powell approaches end of Fed chair tenure
Fed holds rates steady as Bitcoin trades near $75K, with traders watching Powells remarks and Kevin Warshs path to chair. The post Fed holds rates steady as Powell approaches end of Fed chair tenure appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/29/2026, 6:03:51 PM
Senate Banking advances Warsh nomination as DOJ drops Powell probe
Warsh's likely confirmation as Fed Chair signals a shift in monetary policy direction, impacting market expectations and economic strategies. The post Senate Banking advances Warsh nomination as DOJ drops Powell probe appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/29/2026, 6:02:20 PM
U.S. senator holding cards on Clarity Act's next move says it's ready to get to hearing
Senator Thom Tillis was at the center of the legislative negotiations over stablecoin yield that have delayed the market structure bill, but he said it's time to go.
By Jesse Hamilton 4/29/2026, 6:00:54 PM
Lummis CLARITY Warning: This Political Alignment Is Rare and May Not Last
Senator Cynthia Lummis told the Bitcoin 2026 conference that the Lummis CLARITY Act warning centers not just on the 2030 timeline but on a structural argument: the current simultaneous alignment between the House, Senate, and White House on crypto legislation…
By Peace Longe 4/29/2026, 6:00:00 PM
Fed leaves rates unchanged at Jerome Powell's final meeting as chairman
The U.S. Federal Reserve's next meeting in June is likely to be led by Kevin Warsh after he cleared a Senate Banking Committee vote on Wednesday.
By Krisztian Sandor 4/29/2026, 5:58:52 PM
W Group advances European expansion as White Tech obtains MiCA authorization
WHITE TECH secures MiCA authorization in Croatia to operate as a regulated crypto-asset service provider. WHITE TECH, part of the W Group ecosystem and majority-owned by Volodymyr Nosov, Founder and CEO of WhiteBIT, has received authorization from the Croatian Financial…
By Samuel Msiska 4/29/2026, 5:54:12 PM
Bitcoin falls below $76,000 amid geopolitical tensions, technical pressures
Bitcoin's dip highlights potential for increased volatility, with geopolitical and technical factors possibly influencing future market dynamics. The post Bitcoin falls below $76,000 amid geopolitical tensions, technical pressures appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/29/2026, 5:54:04 PM
Hezbollah drone deployment in Lebanon complicates Israel’s security strategy
Hezbollah's drone capabilities challenge Israel's defense, potentially prolonging regional tensions and complicating diplomatic resolutions. The post Hezbollah drone deployment in Lebanon complicates Israel’s security strategy appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/29/2026, 5:51:55 PM
Iran demands US concessions, narrowing path to diplomatic talks
Iran's hardline stance complicates diplomatic progress, increasing geopolitical tensions and market volatility, with uncertain outcomes. The post Iran demands US concessions, narrowing path to diplomatic talks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/29/2026, 5:50:13 PM
XRP Holders Clash Over What’s Next After April’s ETF Hike
Bear & bull camps are bracing for a duel at the $1.40 level, while ETF stats contradict the wobbling Spot crypto markets. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By Samantha Diamo 4/29/2026, 5:50:00 PM
ChartsGPT Launches as AI Trading Assistant Focused on Crypto Markets
A new entrant is stepping into the increasingly crowded AI-for-trading market — and it is drawing attention for a mix of pedigree, positioning, and timing.
By Crypto Daily 4/29/2026, 5:49:44 PM
Fence raises $20M from Galaxy to tokenize $6T asset-backed finance market
Fence netted $20 million from Galaxy Digital to tokenize a $6 trillion asset‑backed finance market that still runs on manual, legacy rails. Fence has secured a $20 million investment led by Mike Novogratz’s Galaxy Digital to bring blockchain infrastructure to…
By Andrew Folkler 4/29/2026, 5:46:35 PM
Canada’s proposed crypto ATM ban impacts Bitcoin $80K April market
Canada's crypto ATM ban proposal highlights regulatory risks, potentially dampening investor confidence and impacting Bitcoin's market dynamics. The post Canada’s proposed crypto ATM ban impacts Bitcoin $80K April market appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/29/2026, 5:45:46 PM
Steve Hilton: California’s economic disaster revealed, high taxes drive wealth out of state, and a flat tax could simplify the system | All-In Podcast
California's high taxes and misallocated funds threaten its economy, prompting calls for sweeping tax reforms. The post Steve Hilton: California’s economic disaster revealed, high taxes drive wealth out of state, and a flat tax could simplify the system | All-In Podcast appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 4/29/2026, 5:43:24 PM
Ripple Prime to plug into Bullish Bitcoin options as OKX backs RLUSD
Ripple Prime will route clients into Bullish’s regulated BTC options while Ripple and OKX push RLUSD into compliant markets, extending Ripple’s $1.25b prime‑broker bet. Ripple has expanded its institutional derivatives push, announcing that Ripple Prime will connect directly to Bullish’s…
By Andrew Folkler 4/29/2026, 5:38:56 PM
Crypto markets predict XRP price for May 1, 2026
Prediction markets suggest traders are leaning toward a modestly stable outlook for XRP heading into May 1. In this case, … Continue reading The post Crypto markets predict XRP price for May 1, 2026 appeared first on Finbold.
By Paul L. 4/29/2026, 5:37:29 PM
Microsoft stock suffers worst quarterly decline since 2008 crisis
Microsoft's stock decline highlights investor concerns over AI spending and tech sector pressures, solidifying NVIDIA's market dominance. The post Microsoft stock suffers worst quarterly decline since 2008 crisis appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/29/2026, 5:37:08 PM
U.K.'s Farage faces standards probe over $6.7 million gift from Tether billionaire Christopher Harborne
The Conservative and Labour parties argued Nigel Farage broke Commons rules by not declaring the £5 million, but Reform UK said it was an exempt, personal, unconditional gift.
By Francisco Rodrigues 4/29/2026, 5:37:05 PM
US warns NATO on Iran support, ceasefire prospects dim
The U.S.'s hard-line stance and NATO's hesitance risk prolonged conflict, diminishing hopes for diplomatic resolutions and market stability. The post US warns NATO on Iran support, ceasefire prospects dim appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/29/2026, 5:32:27 PM
Securitize Locks in Computershare Deal to Put US Listed Shares Onchain
Securitize and Computershare have joined forces to let U.S.-listed companies issue equity directly on a blockchain, giving shareholders a new way to hold their securities in digital form. Key Takeaways: Securitize and Computershare launched Issuer-Sponsored Tokens, letting U.S.-listed companies put equity directly onchain. Computershare serves...
By Jamie Redman 4/29/2026, 5:30:50 PM
Dogecoin Compression Nears End: Big Move Brewing In Either Direction
Dogecoin is approaching a critical inflection point as its price action tightens within a narrowing range. As key levels come into focus, the next breakout, whether upward or downward, could define DOGE’s short-term trend and unfold with significant momentum. Dogecoin Tightens Range: Triangle Compression Signals Imminent Move According to a recent...
By Godspower Owie 4/29/2026, 5:30:45 PM
NYSE XRP Filing Names the Token as an Eligible Commodity Trust Asset
NYSE Arca submitted a proposed amendment to Rule 8.201-E to the SEC on April 27, naming XRP alongside Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana as eligible assets for commodity-based trust shares, in a legally reviewed filing that requires trusts to hold at…
By Peace Longe 4/29/2026, 5:30:00 PM
Trump rejects Iran’s offer to reopen Strait of Hormuz, tensions remain high
Continued high tensions and military presence in the Strait of Hormuz risk escalating conflict, impacting global oil markets and diplomacy. The post Trump rejects Iran’s offer to reopen Strait of Hormuz, tensions remain high appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/29/2026, 5:28:24 PM
Solana RWA ecosystem hits $2.5B ATH with nearly 200,000 holders
Solana's RWA growth signals increasing institutional interest, potentially reshaping the blockchain landscape and challenging Ethereum's dominance. The post Solana RWA ecosystem hits $2.5B ATH with nearly 200,000 holders appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/29/2026, 5:22:34 PM
Visa adds Polygon, Base support as stablecoin settlement run rate hits $7B
Visa broadens its crypto pilot to nine blockchains as stablecoin volumes grow, highlighting early traction for onchain settlement in global payments.
By Sam Bourgi 4/29/2026, 5:21:55 PM
Traders eye Fed and Middle East as risk appetite cools ahead rate decision
Traders are cutting risk ahead of the Fed’s April decision as Middle East tensions, a blocked Strait of Hormuz and fragile crypto sentiment keep markets on edge. Traders are trimming exposure to risk assets ahead of the Federal Reserve’s latest…
By Andrew Folkler 4/29/2026, 5:21:42 PM
First-Ever Prediction Market ETFs Let You Invest in Election Outcomes
A new category of exchange-traded funds will enter the US market next week, giving investors direct exposure to election outcomes through regulated products. Roundhill Investments plans to launch six ETFs tied to which party controls the White House and Congress, marking the first time prediction market strategies appear in ETF form. Structure and...
By Jared Kirui 4/29/2026, 5:20:17 PM
Concentration of AI stocks inside S&P 500 hits dot-com bubble peak – and Bitcoin miners are now exposed
The 10 largest AI stocks now make up about 41% of the S&P 500, according to a BofA Global Research chart circulated online. That puts the AI basket at the same concentration level that tech and telecom reached around the dot-com peak. The BofA chart put the Nifty Fifty at 40% in the 1970s and […] The post Concentration of AI stocks inside S&P 500...
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 4/29/2026, 5:20:03 PM
US-Iran conflict disrupts Strait of Hormuz, crude oil prices soar 30%
The disruption in the Strait of Hormuz highlights global energy vulnerabilities, potentially leading to economic instability and geopolitical tensions. The post US-Iran conflict disrupts Strait of Hormuz, crude oil prices soar 30% appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/29/2026, 5:18:35 PM
Bitcoin Spot Volumes Crash to Bear-Market Lows – Apathy Now, Opportunity Next?
Major exchanges saw steep declines. Binance, for one, has shed $25 billion in volume since March.
By Chayanika Deka 4/29/2026, 5:15:14 PM
Israeli strikes kill 2,534 in Lebanon amid military escalation
The escalating conflict in Lebanon diminishes prospects for Israeli withdrawal, signaling prolonged instability and potential geopolitical shifts. The post Israeli strikes kill 2,534 in Lebanon amid military escalation appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/29/2026, 5:11:38 PM
Scammers Target Hong Kong Stablecoin Licences Before First Tokens Go Live
Fraudsters have begun promoting fake digital tokens linked to two newly licensed stablecoin issuers in Hong Kong, even though neither firm has launched a product. Singapore Summit: Meet the largest APAC brokers you know (and those you still don't!). The Hong Kong Monetary Authority, HSBC, and Anchorpoint Financial issued separate warnings on...
By Tareq Sikder 4/29/2026, 5:10:04 PM
HBAR Tackles $0.10 On Enterprise Deals & Event Buzz
With a lot going on behind-the-scenes, HBARians are ready for a meaningful bounce back: will HederaCon kick it off? Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By Samantha Diamo 4/29/2026, 5:10:00 PM
Chris Perkins: Microsoft emerges as a winner with OpenAI, financial obligations decrease, and stock is undervalued | Unchained
Microsoft's partnership with OpenAI could significantly boost its revenue and market position through 2030. The post Chris Perkins: Microsoft emerges as a winner with OpenAI, financial obligations decrease, and stock is undervalued | Unchained appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 4/29/2026, 5:09:29 PM
Brian Simpson: Rapid domestication through selective breeding, animal ‘highways’ in the Everglades reveal ecological dynamics, and the controversial benefits of smoking in blue zones | JRE
Rapid animal domestication and ecological challenges reveal unexpected insights into human impact on wildlife. The post Brian Simpson: Rapid domestication through selective breeding, animal ‘highways’ in the Everglades reveal ecological dynamics, and the controversial benefits of smoking in blue zones | JRE appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 4/29/2026, 5:08:37 PM
Computershare taps Securitize to offer tokenized share issuance for public companies
Tokenized equity issuance could revolutionize capital markets by enhancing liquidity, transparency, and accessibility for investors globally. The post Computershare taps Securitize to offer tokenized share issuance for public companies appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 4/29/2026, 5:04:34 PM
Bitcoin Headed For A Moonshot Or Crash To Zero, Czech Central Bank Chief Delivers Chilling Call
The Czech Republic’s top central banker, Aleš Michl, used the Bitcoin 2026 conference in Las Vegas to make a case for including Bitcoin in central bank reserves.
By Brenda Ngari 4/29/2026, 5:02:28 PM
Blockworks secures $192M valuation as it pushes beyond media into market infrastructure
Blockworks closed a Series A extension at a $192M valuation to expand its crypto data, investor relations, and disclosure platform. The post Blockworks secures $192M valuation as it pushes beyond media into market infrastructure appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/29/2026, 5:00:50 PM
Ethereum Traders Shift: Spot Market Weakness Drives Rise In Derivatives Trading
Amid the renewed bullish momentum of Ethereum’s price, a key divergence has been spotted among ETH traders across the evolving market. While derivatives trading across ETH has picked up pace in the face of improving conditions, spot market volume is trending toward the downside. Derivatives Gain Control Of The Ethereum Market Ethereum is...
By Godspower Owie 4/29/2026, 5:00:43 PM
FTX Founder Sam Bankman-Fried Loses Bid For Retrial
Sam Bankman-Fried’s attempt to get a new trial collapsed Tuesday when a federal judge called his legal arguments baseless — and suggested the whole effort was less about justice than about fixing his public image. Related Reading: Bitcoin Transparency Gets A Boost As Dorsey’s Block Unveils Reserve Proof Judge Lewis Kaplan, who presided over...
By Christian Encila 4/29/2026, 5:00:12 PM
AI Earnings From Four Tech Giants Land Tonight. Bitcoin Is Watching.
Amazon, Alphabet, Microsoft, and Meta all report Q1 2026 AI earnings after the close on April 29, with crypto traders tracking whether their combined $600 billion in planned 2026 AI capital expenditure is translating into commensurate revenue and cloud growth.…
By Peace Longe 4/29/2026, 5:00:00 PM
Changelly turns 11, reaches 12 million users, and expands global partner network
Changelly, a leading instant cryptocurrency exchange and trusted blockchain API provider, is marking its 11th anniversary with a new company milestone.
By Advertorial 4/29/2026, 5:00:00 PM
Nomura’s KAIO launches governance token to target multi‑trillion‑dollar RWA market
Nomura‑backed RWA protocol KAIO is rolling out its KAIO governance token and foundation as it tries to turn a $100 million on‑chain beachhead into a claim on a projected $30 trillion tokenization wave. RWA tokenization protocol KAIO, incubated by Nomura…
By Andrew Folkler 4/29/2026, 4:57:55 PM
Whale Buys $100 Million Ether, Pattern Similar to Tom Lee’s BitMine
An Ethereum whale has just bought $103 million worth of ETH earlier today, on-chain intelligence company Arkham reported.
By Talha Arshad 4/29/2026, 4:54:49 PM
Pi Network News: Token Reclaims $2 Billion Market Cap as Consensus Week Approaches Fast
The post Pi Network News: Token Reclaims $2 Billion Market Cap as Consensus Week Approaches Fast appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Pi Network had crossed back above a $2 billion market capitalization, according to CoinGecko data, marking a recovery for a token that has been building quietly. The move comes on the back of a week of positive...
By Anjali Belgaumkar 4/29/2026, 4:53:27 PM
Robinhood, Coinbase lead crypto stock rout as Trump rejects Iran plan
President Trump reportedly rejected Iran's offer to end the U.S. blockade and open the Strait of Hormuz, sending crude oil prices surging 6%.
By Krisztian Sandor 4/29/2026, 4:52:05 PM