Iran holds firm in Islamabad talks, no compromise on uranium enrichment
Iran's firm stance may heighten geopolitical tensions, impacting global markets and diplomatic relations, with potential for escalation or breakthrough. The post Iran holds firm in Islamabad talks, no compromise on uranium enrichment appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/18/2026, 2:19:39 PM
ALPACA Bulls Trapped - $0.15 Breakdown Imminent Within 7 Days
ALPACA's failed bounce at resistance signals incoming collapse to $0.15 support as momentum indicators align bearish and volume dries up completely. (Read More)
By N/A 4/18/2026, 2:13:57 PM
Ukraine targets Russian oil infrastructure, threatening 40% export capacity
Ukraine's actions could exacerbate global oil supply issues, potentially driving up prices and prompting strategic responses from other producers. The post Ukraine targets Russian oil infrastructure, threatening 40% export capacity appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/18/2026, 2:11:26 PM
US envoy criticizes Israel’s strategy, hints at diplomatic shift with Iran
The US's potential diplomatic shift could foster broader negotiations, impacting regional stability and international relations dynamics. The post US envoy criticizes Israel’s strategy, hints at diplomatic shift with Iran appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/18/2026, 2:09:44 PM
Iran declares Strait of Hormuz open, boosting normalization bets
Iran's move could stabilize regional trade, but lingering risks and geopolitical shifts may still impact long-term shipping security. The post Iran declares Strait of Hormuz open, boosting normalization bets appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/18/2026, 2:05:18 PM
SKL Collapse to $0.005 Imminent - Short Any Bounce Above $0.0105
SKL's fake recovery to $0.01 sets up the perfect short entry as negative funding rates and institutional selling pressure target $0.005 within 72 hours. Technical death cross formation confirms thi... (Read More)
By N/A 4/18/2026, 2:03:53 PM
Iran rejects US demands, stalling uranium enrichment deal talks
Iran's defiance complicates diplomatic efforts, heightening geopolitical tensions and impacting global markets and nuclear non-proliferation. The post Iran rejects US demands, stalling uranium enrichment deal talks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/18/2026, 2:00:45 PM
Zondacrypto under fire as Poland's prime minister links exchange to legislative interference
The company also disclosed a 4,500 BTC wallet that it can't access due to missing private keys linked to a former CEO, who's now missing.
By Francisco Rodrigues 4/18/2026, 2:00:00 PM
Trump signals no imminent end to Hormuz blockade amid ongoing talks
Prolonged Hormuz blockade heightens geopolitical tensions, impacting global oil markets and complicating US-Iran diplomatic relations. The post Trump signals no imminent end to Hormuz blockade amid ongoing talks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/18/2026, 1:58:32 PM
Iran keeps Strait of Hormuz open as Trump claims mine clearance, nuclear pause
Market skepticism suggests traders anticipate prolonged uncertainty and require concrete actions for confidence in diplomatic progress. The post Iran keeps Strait of Hormuz open as Trump claims mine clearance, nuclear pause appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/18/2026, 1:57:35 PM
ARB Correction to $0.10 Locks in 60% Upside to $0.16 Within 30 Days
Arbitrum's overbought technicals demand a swift 23% pullback to $0.10 before institutional long positioning at 66% drives the inevitable breakout toward $0.16. (Read More)
By N/A 4/18/2026, 1:57:33 PM
Iran reimposes control over Strait of Hormuz, fires on tanker
Iran's actions in the Strait of Hormuz heighten geopolitical tensions, impacting global markets and complicating diplomatic resolutions. The post Iran reimposes control over Strait of Hormuz, fires on tanker appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/18/2026, 1:56:33 PM
Trump dismisses Iran’s military, doubts ceasefire extension
Trump's hardline stance on Iran impacts market confidence, complicating prospects for diplomatic progress and a stable peace agreement. The post Trump dismisses Iran’s military, doubts ceasefire extension appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/18/2026, 1:55:08 PM
Senator Cramer: US nears Bitcoin and crypto legislation passage
The impending crypto legislation could enhance market stability and investor confidence, potentially driving further adoption and innovation. The post Senator Cramer: US nears Bitcoin and crypto legislation passage appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/18/2026, 1:53:00 PM
VIRTUAL Bulls Are Wrong - $0.60 Target Within 10 Days
Despite whale accumulation, VIRTUAL's technical breakdown below $0.69 support signals a direct path to $0.60. Smart money positioning can't override momentum failure and deteriorating market struct... (Read More)
By N/A 4/18/2026, 1:51:32 PM
IRGC restricts Strait of Hormuz as Tehran rejects Trump’s Iranian claims
The IRGC's move heightens geopolitical tensions, complicating potential US-Iran negotiations and impacting global oil market stability. The post IRGC restricts Strait of Hormuz as Tehran rejects Trump’s Iranian claims appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/18/2026, 1:51:17 PM
Turkey warns US withdrawal from European security could be ‘destructive’
A US withdrawal from European security could destabilize NATO, challenging its strategic cohesion and altering global power dynamics. The post Turkey warns US withdrawal from European security could be ‘destructive’ appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/18/2026, 1:50:32 PM
Iran reverses decision to open Strait of Hormuz amid US blockade tensions
Iran's reversal heightens geopolitical tensions, impacting global markets and increasing the risk of military confrontations in the region. The post Iran reverses decision to open Strait of Hormuz amid US blockade tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/18/2026, 1:47:35 PM
TRUMP Headed for $2.50 as Long Squeeze Accelerates
Overleveraged bulls control 70% of positions while aggressive selling dominates order flow, setting up TRUMP for a violent drop to $2.50 support within days. (Read More)
By N/A 4/18/2026, 1:45:32 PM
Ukraine drone strikes cost Russia $100M daily in oil revenue
The ongoing disruptions in Russian oil exports could lead to tighter global supply, potentially driving up crude oil prices by June. The post Ukraine drone strikes cost Russia $100M daily in oil revenue appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/18/2026, 1:44:44 PM
Iran, US block Strait of Hormuz, halting all vessel traffic
The blockade of the Strait of Hormuz heightens geopolitical tensions, impacting global oil markets and increasing economic uncertainty. The post Iran, US block Strait of Hormuz, halting all vessel traffic appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/18/2026, 1:43:35 PM
Macron blames Hezbollah for attack on French UN peacekeeper in Lebanon
Macron's accusation against Hezbollah may strain diplomatic efforts, impacting ceasefire stability and influencing market perceptions. The post Macron blames Hezbollah for attack on French UN peacekeeper in Lebanon appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/18/2026, 1:42:32 PM
Iran war, $4 gas prices strain US economy as WTI crude nears $160
Rising oil prices and geopolitical tensions could lead to prolonged economic strain, impacting consumer spending and market stability. The post Iran war, $4 gas prices strain US economy as WTI crude nears $160 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/18/2026, 1:41:05 PM
Netanyahu’s military push strains US-Israel ties, dims ceasefire hopes
Netanyahu's actions risk destabilizing diplomatic efforts, potentially leading to prolonged conflict and weakened international alliances. The post Netanyahu’s military push strains US-Israel ties, dims ceasefire hopes appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/18/2026, 1:39:38 PM
PORTAL Price Prediction: Overbought Rally Eyes $0.018 Before Potential 50% Correction
PORTAL's 33% surge pushes RSI above 74, setting up a potential bounce to $0.018 resistance before bearish divergence could trigger a correction toward $0.007 support levels. (Read More)
By N/A 4/18/2026, 1:39:36 PM
ZachXBT alleges RaveDAO misconduct as RAVE token explodes 1,200%
The allegations against RaveDAO highlight the ongoing challenges of ensuring transparency and trust in the rapidly evolving crypto space. The post ZachXBT alleges RaveDAO misconduct as RAVE token explodes 1,200% appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 4/18/2026, 1:39:27 PM
Hezbollah attack kills French soldier, tests Lebanon ceasefire durability
The attack challenges the ceasefire's stability, potentially impacting regional peace efforts and market confidence in sustained tranquility. The post Hezbollah attack kills French soldier, tests Lebanon ceasefire durability appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/18/2026, 1:35:49 PM
Iran Closes Strait of Hormuz Hours After Trump Said It Would ‘Never’ Close Again
Iran’s military reasserted control over the Strait of Hormuz on April 18, 2026, directly contradicting President Donald Trump’s claims that the critical waterway was fully open and would “never” close again. Key Takeaways: Iran re-imposed Strait of Hormuz controls on April 18, 2026, blaming the U.S. blockade and accusing Trump of making 7 false...
By Jamie Redman 4/18/2026, 1:35:44 PM
Bitcoin now has just 4 days before ceasefire deadline risks price reversal with Hormuz closed again
Iran's Friday announcement that the Strait of Hormuz would be opened during the current ceasefire triggered one of the sharpest oil reversals of the year. Brent crude fell 12.95% to $86.52, and WTI dropped 14.26% to $81.19, both their lowest levels since Mar. 11 and the largest single-day declines since Apr. 8. US stocks surged, […] The post...
By Gino Matos 4/18/2026, 1:31:58 PM
ASTER Price Prediction: Smart Money Divergence Signals $0.72 Breakout Within 7 Days
While retail traders flood into long positions at 57.4%, whales are positioning even more aggressively at 62.4% long exposure, creating a dangerous consensus that typically precedes violent moves. ... (Read More)
By N/A 4/18/2026, 1:27:41 PM
Israel sets “yellow line” in Lebanon, signaling long-term military presence
The "yellow line" suggests prolonged Israeli military involvement in Lebanon, potentially escalating tensions with Hezbollah. The post Israel sets “yellow line” in Lebanon, signaling long-term military presence appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/18/2026, 1:26:28 PM
SAPIEN Eyes $0.12 Recovery as $0.09 Support Holds Strong
SAPIEN's 18% drop to $0.09 creates an attractive entry point as technical indicators suggest consolidation rather than breakdown. The $0.08-$0.085 support zone offers compelling risk-reward for a b... (Read More)
By N/A 4/18/2026, 1:22:00 PM
Iran reopens Strait of Hormuz, Trump thanks Iran, cooperates on mine removal
The reopening of the Strait and US-Iran cooperation may ease tensions, but unresolved nuclear issues could still lead to market volatility. The post Iran reopens Strait of Hormuz, Trump thanks Iran, cooperates on mine removal appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/18/2026, 1:18:33 PM
IRGC attacks commercial ships in Strait of Hormuz, UK warship deployment uncertain
The uncertainty in UK naval deployment highlights geopolitical tensions and potential disruptions in global maritime trade routes. The post IRGC attacks commercial ships in Strait of Hormuz, UK warship deployment uncertain appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/18/2026, 1:17:06 PM
Poland Parliament Fails to Override Crypto Bill Veto for Second Time
Polish lawmakers fell 20 votes short of overriding President Nawrocki's veto, leaving Poland as the only EU state without MiCA implementation. (Read More)
By N/A 4/18/2026, 1:16:30 PM
Iran warns of full-force retaliation if ceasefire collapses
Iran's warning heightens geopolitical tensions, potentially destabilizing regional peace efforts and impacting global diplomatic relations. The post Iran warns of full-force retaliation if ceasefire collapses appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/18/2026, 1:16:29 PM
PENGU Targets $0.009 as Smart Money Builds Massive Long Positions
PENGU's technical compression pattern and surging open interest signal an imminent breakout toward $0.009 within 10 days. Smart money positioning at 60% long while retail hesitates creates the perf... (Read More)
By N/A 4/18/2026, 1:16:09 PM
Zcash Releases Critical Fixes After Node Crash and Network Risks
Zcash has revealed that the vulnerabilities were not exploited to affect the consensus chain and all user funds remain safe.
By Tomiwabold Olajide 4/18/2026, 1:15:00 PM
Iran withdraws from US peace talks, dimming near-term deal prospects
Iran's withdrawal from talks heightens geopolitical tensions, impacting global markets and complicating future diplomatic efforts. The post Iran withdraws from US peace talks, dimming near-term deal prospects appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/18/2026, 1:13:35 PM
Eric Swalwell resigns from Congress amid financial misconduct allegations
Swalwell's resignation highlights the severe impact of financial misconduct on political careers, potentially prompting stricter oversight reforms. The post Eric Swalwell resigns from Congress amid financial misconduct allegations appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/18/2026, 1:11:26 PM
FET Eyes $0.28 Target as Derivatives Signal Bullish Reversal
Fetch.ai faces a critical test at $0.24 resistance with negative funding rates creating squeeze conditions. A break above this level targets $0.28, while failure opens the path to $0.19 support. (Read More)
By N/A 4/18/2026, 1:10:18 PM
Iran threatens direct action over Strait of Hormuz rights
Iran's aggressive stance over Hormuz rights could destabilize global markets, complicating US-Iran negotiations and impacting oil prices. The post Iran threatens direct action over Strait of Hormuz rights appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/18/2026, 1:08:44 PM
Poll shows weak public support for Trump’s Iran strategy
Weak public support for Trump's Iran strategy may hinder Congressional approval for military action, affecting US-Iran relations and stability. The post Poll shows weak public support for Trump’s Iran strategy appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/18/2026, 1:08:03 PM
Iran-US talks on hold pending framework, no meeting expected by June 30
The stalled Iran-US talks highlight potential volatility in diplomatic relations, impacting market expectations and geopolitical stability. The post Iran-US talks on hold pending framework, no meeting expected by June 30 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/18/2026, 1:05:44 PM
ZachXBT Flags RAVE Token: 90% Insider Control, $25K Bounty
The post ZachXBT Flags RAVE Token: 90% Insider Control, $25K Bounty appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Crypto investigator ZachXBT has raised serious concerns about manipulation in the RAVE token. He said activity linked to Binance, Bitget, and Gate shows insiders controlling over 90% of supply and influencing price movements. He described...
By Sohrab Khawas 4/18/2026, 1:05:31 PM
LTC Price Prediction: $62 Target by Month-End as Whale Positioning Overrides Stagnant Momentum
With smart money stacking 76% long while retail follows at 71%, LTC's push toward $62 resistance looks inevitable despite flatlining momentum indicators. The $54-55 floor has held firm through thre... (Read More)
By N/A 4/18/2026, 1:04:18 PM
Worldcoin Drops 10% Even As Sam Altman Doubles Down On Human ID Tech
Worldcoin’s growing list of corporate partners got longer on Friday — and so did the questions surrounding it. Related Reading: BREAKING – Bitcoin Breaks $78K As Iran Reopens Strait Of Hormuz Big Names, Bigger Ambitions Zoom and DocuSign are the latest companies to adopt World’s identity verification system, joining a growing roster of mainstream...
By Christian Encila 4/18/2026, 1:00:34 PM
Ethereum co-founder Joseph Lubin warns of the dangers of AI being controlled by a few big tech firms
In an interview with CoinDesk, the Ethereum co-founder spoke also about Ethereum’s evolution through MetaMask, stablecoins and tokenization, while downplaying quantum computing as a long-term, manageable issue.
By Margaux Nijkerk 4/18/2026, 1:00:00 PM
AndX Enters US Crypto Exchange 2026 Market Using BitGo’s Regulated Infrastructure
BitGo announced that AndX USA LLC has launched its US crypto exchange 2026 entry on top of BitGo’s Crypto-as-a-Service infrastructure, giving the global digital asset platform nationwide operations across all 50 states under an OCC-regulated custody framework backed by $250…
By Peace Longe 4/18/2026, 1:00:00 PM
Wrapped XRP goes live on Solana, broadening DeFi access for Ripple-linked token
Wrapped XRP on Solana lets XRP holders access Jupiter, Phantom, and Meteora without selling the asset, the latest step in Hex Trust's multi-chain wXRP rollout first announced in December.
By Shaurya Malwa 4/18/2026, 1:00:00 PM