Trump Appoints Todd Blanche as Department of Justice Interim Head
Todd Blanche has been appointed interim U.S. Attorney General following a shake-up at the Department of Justice. His prior actions on crypto enforcement and personal holdings are drawing scrutiny. New DOJ Interim Chief Linked to Crypto Enforcement Shift President Donald Trump has appointed Todd Blanche as the interim U.S. Attorney General,...
By Emmanuel Musa 4/3/2026, 10:30:50 PM
DOJ voter data power grab: key privacy officer resigns as department prepares to share Americans’ SSNs and driver’s licenses with DHS
The Justice Department’s Civil Rights Division privacy officer has quietly resigned as the DOJ moves to share sensitive voter registration data — including partial Social Security numbers and driver’s license numbers — with the Department of Homeland Security, without issuing…
By Peace Longe 4/3/2026, 10:30:00 PM
Hegseth reverses a 34-year Pentagon rule — US troops can now carry personal firearms on military bases
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has reversed a 34-year Pentagon policy, signing a memo on April 2 that authorizes off-duty U.S. service members to carry privately owned firearms on military installations — a decision that lands alongside a downed F-15…
By Peace Longe 4/3/2026, 10:00:00 PM
Together AI Launches Wan 2.7 Video Suite at $0.10 Per Second
Alibaba's Wan 2.7 AI video model hits Together AI with text-to-video now live, image-to-video and editing tools coming soon at competitive pricing. (Read More)
By N/A 4/3/2026, 9:53:12 PM
Odds of US forces entering Iran by April 30 rise to 86% amid escalating tensions
Rising odds of U.S. forces entering Iran signal potential geopolitical instability, impacting global markets and strategic military dynamics. The post Odds of US forces entering Iran by April 30 rise to 86% amid escalating tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/3/2026, 9:47:13 PM
Ethereum Foundation nearly reaches 70,000 staked ETH goal
The non-profit foundation has staked 69,500 ETH, nearly reaching the goal it unveiled at the end of February, less than two months ago.
By Vince Quill 4/3/2026, 9:31:51 PM
Best Crypto to Buy Now: Pepeto Raises Above $8.1M as Investors Look Past BTC and XRP During the Correction
Bithumb, South Korea’s second largest exchange, just postponed its IPO by two years after compliance fines, proving the industry is building for a longer timeline than this correction suggests. The correction is temporary, but the infrastructure underneath is permanent. The best crypto to buy now is not the asset that needs billions to move 15%,...
By PR PR 4/3/2026, 9:31:05 PM
Iran’s Internet Blackout Hits 35th Day as Citizens Risk Their Lives Reaching Out
The almost complete blockade of digital connectivity that the Iranian regime has imposed since the conflict against the U.S.-Israel coalition began has already reached over 810 hours. Citizens who try to get through the blockade cracks face punishment or even death. Iran’s Internet Blockade Passes 815 Hours While drones and missiles are the main...
By Sergio Goschenko 4/3/2026, 9:30:10 PM
Inside Binance’s Gold And Oil Rush — Are Whales Bracing For A Crypto Shock?
Gold (XAU) and silver (XAG) futures have climbed into the top five by trading volume on Binance Futures. Binance Metal Rush Doesn’t Leave Crypto Behind Just weeks after Binance rolled out gold and silver perpetual futures settled in USDT, the cumulative volume across the metals contracts already reached the tens of billions of dollars, a...
By James Halver 4/3/2026, 9:30:03 PM
Trump asks Congress for $1.5 trillion defense budget, the largest military spending request in US history
The Trump administration submitted a $1.5 trillion defense spending request to Congress on April 3 — the largest military budget proposal in U.S. history — pairing record military outlays with cuts to domestic programs in a fiscal combination that signals…
By Peace Longe 4/3/2026, 9:30:00 PM
IMF Highlights Hidden Risks as Tokenization Eliminates Traditional Financial Buffers
Without public infrastructure underpinning tokenized finance, the IMF warns it could amplify instability through several compounding forces.
By Wayne Jones 4/3/2026, 9:27:56 PM
Market sees rising odds of US forces entering Iran by April 30 at 86% YES
Rising market odds of US intervention in Iran suggest heightened geopolitical tensions, impacting global stability and economic forecasts. The post Market sees rising odds of US forces entering Iran by April 30 at 86% YES appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/3/2026, 9:03:12 PM
Bitcoin Cannot Rally While Miners Are Bleeding. Discover How Long the Bleeding Lasts
Bitcoin is struggling to hold above $70,000. Days of trying to defend $65,000 have given way to a fragile recovery that the market does not yet trust. A top CryptoQuant analyst has identified the structural reason why — and it has nothing to do with sentiment, ETF flows, or macroeconomic headlines. Related Reading: $410 Million […]
By Sebastian Villafuerte 4/3/2026, 9:00:44 PM
US fighter jet shot down over Iran, Bitcoin wavers as geopolitical risk escalates
A U.S. fighter jet identified as an F-15 was shot down over Iran on April 3, with one crew member rescued and President Trump briefed, adding a sharp new layer of escalation to a conflict that has already pushed Bitcoin…
By Peace Longe 4/3/2026, 9:00:00 PM
Cardano’s Path to $5 May Include One Final Drop Before Ultimate Rally – Analysis
One prominent Cardano analyst is arguing that ADA could still reach $50, despite the possibility of one last painful dip.
By Olivia Brooke 4/3/2026, 8:57:38 PM
F-15E Strike Eagle shot down over Iran raises odds of US ground troops entering
The incident escalates tensions, potentially leading to increased U.S. military involvement and impacting geopolitical stability and markets. The post F-15E Strike Eagle shot down over Iran raises odds of US ground troops entering appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/3/2026, 8:56:24 PM
Major Crypto Boost: $12T Charles Schwab Eyes Spot Bitcoin and Ether Trading Rollout in H1 2026
Charles Schwab is preparing to launch spot crypto trading in the first half of 2026, marking a deeper expansion into the digital asset space.
By Brenda Ngari 4/3/2026, 8:47:18 PM
Cambodian lawmakers propose severe prison time for crypto scammers
The draft bill, yet to be signed into law by the king, marked a significant policy change for Cambodia officials in addressing scam centers.
By Turner Wright 4/3/2026, 8:47:12 PM
Elon Musk’s X deploys crypto scam “kill switch” auto-locking any account that mentions crypto for the first time
X is preparing to automatically lock any crypto scam account that mentions cryptocurrency for the first time in its posting history, with Head of Product Nikita Bier saying the measure should eliminate 99% of the economic incentive behind the platform’s…
By Peace Longe 4/3/2026, 8:45:00 PM
How Brazil’s Instant Payment Network Pix Might Influence the Presidential Election
The recent attacks on the Pix system by the U.S. government evolved into a situation that might tilt the balance toward any of the candidates before the upcoming election, with President Lula leading in prediction markets by a slim margin. Pix Gets Into Political Commentary In Brazil As Elections Loom Pix, one of the largest […]
By Sergio Goschenko 4/3/2026, 8:30:37 PM
Trump fires Pam Bondi, puts pro-crypto Todd Blanche in charge of the DOJ
President Trump has fired Pam Bondi and replaced her with Todd Blanche as interim U.S. Attorney General — handing control of the Justice Department to the official who dismantled the DOJ’s crypto enforcement unit in April 2025 and holds up…
By Peace Longe 4/3/2026, 8:30:00 PM
Analyst Sees XRP As a “Never Sell” Bet As Digital ID Era Looms
An OG analyst is convinced: in an era of decentralized digital IDs, regulatory shifts & deep bear markets, XRP is a “never sell”. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By DailyCoin Team 4/3/2026, 8:16:00 PM
Iran rejects US ceasefire demands, odds for April 7 drop to 1.1%
Iran's rejection of US ceasefire demands underscores the challenges in achieving a swift diplomatic resolution, impacting market confidence. The post Iran rejects US ceasefire demands, odds for April 7 drop to 1.1% appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/3/2026, 8:13:54 PM
Circle Defends Limited Role in $285 Million Crypto Hack, Citing Legal Boundaries
Circle is facing criticism from parts of the crypto community after hackers drained about $285 million from the Solana-based Drift protocol, most of which was quickly converted into USD Coin (USDC) and transferred to Ethereum. Blockchain investigator ZachXBT alleged Circle could have acted faster to freeze the stolen assets and limit losses....
By Jared Kirui 4/3/2026, 8:12:14 PM
Free Bitcoin? Dorsey Brings Back BTC Faucet
Ex-Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey is taking Bitcoiners on a nostalgia trip by teasing the revival of a legendary piece of early crypto history.
By Alex Dovbnya 4/3/2026, 8:11:26 PM
Trump signs executive order for 100% tariffs on patented drugs to boost US production
The executive order may strain US-EU trade relations, potentially impacting global markets and economic conditions through retaliatory measures. The post Trump signs executive order for 100% tariffs on patented drugs to boost US production appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/3/2026, 8:09:18 PM
Lucky Independent Bitcoin Miner Hits The Jackpot, Netting $210,000 BTC Reward
A lone Bitcoin miner took home an estimated $210,000 block reward on Thursday on the world's most competitive crypto network.
By Brenda Ngari 4/3/2026, 8:06:39 PM
BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF sees $52B in assets, signals bullish trend for Bitcoin
Institutional adoption via BlackRock's ETF could drive Bitcoin's mainstream acceptance, influencing future price stability and growth. The post BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF sees $52B in assets, signals bullish trend for Bitcoin appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/3/2026, 8:02:56 PM
Every AI Agent Deserves a Crypto Wallet: Coinbase CEO
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong is once again in the news, promoting the integration of AI agents with wallets.
By Talha Arshad 4/3/2026, 8:02:04 PM
Marex launches Nvidia-linked ‘prediction market bond’ with 7% coupon
Marex’s Nvidia‑linked “prediction market bond” pays 7% if NVDA stays the world’s most valuable company for a year, wrapping Polymarket‑style odds into principal‑protected credit. Marex Group has created and sold what it calls the first “prediction market bond,” a structured…
By Andrew Folkler 4/3/2026, 8:01:29 PM
Bitcoin Price To $80,000: How The February Bullish Trend Can Push It 20% Higher
Crypto analyst Jordan has predicted that the Bitcoin price could rally to $80,000 in the short term. The analyst pointed to a February bullish trend that could spark this rally for the leading crypto. Bitcoin Price Eyes Rally To $80,000 Based On This Trend In an X post, Jordan predicted that the Bitcoin price could rally to $80,000, citing a...
By Scott Matherson 4/3/2026, 8:00:01 PM
Coinbase becomes first major US exchange to win OCC trust charter — community banks call it a grave mistake
Coinbase has received conditional approval from the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency for a national trust bank charter — a first for any major U.S. crypto exchange — as community banking groups wasted no time calling the decision…
By Peace Longe 4/3/2026, 8:00:00 PM
CryptoQuant Issues Stark Forecast — Bitcoin May Fall As Low As $10,000 This Year
Bitcoin (BTC) faces a stark downside risk that could send prices below the previous bear market lows, according to a new analysis from blockchain data firm CryptoQuant. The firm warns that a confluence of geopolitical shocks, macroeconomic repricing, and fragile derivatives positioning could push the largest cryptocurrency as low as $10,000 in a...
By Ronaldo Marquez 4/3/2026, 7:58:02 PM
Mitsubishi & JPMorgan Push $10B a Day On-Chain As XRP Bet Matures
Mitsubishi’s banking arm is live on JPMorgan’s Onyx blockchain, with cross-border flows now approaching $10 billion per day across hubs. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By DailyCoin Team 4/3/2026, 7:50:00 PM
Bitcoin holds steady on Good Friday as March jobs report crushes expectations with 178,000 payrolls
Bitcoin held above $67,000 on Good Friday as U.S. employers added 178,000 jobs in March — beating forecasts by a wide margin — while traditional markets sat closed for the Easter holiday, leaving crypto as the primary gauge of how…
By Peace Longe 4/3/2026, 7:46:00 PM
Charles Schwab Teases Direct Bitcoin Trading With New ‘Schwab Crypto’ Account
Bitcoin Magazine Charles Schwab Teases Direct Bitcoin Trading With New ‘Schwab Crypto’ Account Charles Schwab is expanding deeper into digital assets, announcing plans for a forthcoming product that will allow clients to buy and sell bitcoin directly. This post Charles Schwab Teases Direct Bitcoin Trading With New ‘Schwab Crypto’ Account first...
By Micah Zimmerman 4/3/2026, 7:42:51 PM
Trump: US jet downing won’t affect Iran negotiations, ceasefire odds drop
Trump's diplomatic focus may stabilize long-term US-Iran ceasefire odds, but immediate progress remains uncertain amid market caution. The post Trump: US jet downing won’t affect Iran negotiations, ceasefire odds drop appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/3/2026, 7:42:07 PM
Gemini adds drag-to-modify orders to ActiveTrader as Winklevoss touts speed upgrade
Gemini adds drag‑to‑modify tools to ActiveTrader, chasing speed‑focused traders even as GEMI stock trades well below its IPO price and users still complain about lag. Gemini has rolled out a new order modification feature for its ActiveTrader interface, allowing users…
By Andrew Folkler 4/3/2026, 7:40:14 PM
Qatar skips Iran-US ceasefire talks, lowering April 7 odds to 1% YES
Qatar's absence from talks undermines diplomatic efforts, reducing ceasefire prospects and highlighting the fragility of regional peace. The post Qatar skips Iran-US ceasefire talks, lowering April 7 odds to 1% YES appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/3/2026, 7:37:48 PM
Schwab to launch spot Bitcoin and Ether trading in H1 2026, boosting bullish sentiment
Schwab's crypto trading launch may legitimize digital assets, spurring institutional adoption and potentially driving Bitcoin prices higher. The post Schwab to launch spot Bitcoin and Ether trading in H1 2026, boosting bullish sentiment appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/3/2026, 7:37:15 PM
Bitcoin Institutional Demand Overtakes BTC Mining Output – Here Are The Figures
Bitcoin demand is taking a crucial turn in a market hampered by ongoing negative macroeconomic and political events across the globe. A recent report has outlined an increasing interest and demand for the leading cryptocurrency asset among large companies, which has now significantly exceeded those produced by miners in the market. More Bitcoin Is...
By Godspower Owie 4/3/2026, 7:30:52 PM
Japan Moves to Expand Crypto Compliance Regime as Tax Surveillance Enters Cross-Border Era
Japan is moving deeper into the compliance phase of crypto regulation, and the latest push is less about approving new products or licensing exchanges than about making digital asset activity harder to hide from tax authorities. Japan officials expand crypto tax and compliance regime in new push for clarity New guidance and documentation published...
By Alex Richardson 4/3/2026, 7:30:46 PM
XRP Price Prediction: Goldman Sachs Holds $153M in XRP ETFs While Pepeto’s 150x Presale Math Outpaces Every Large Cap Target
Goldman Sachs disclosed $153.8 million in spot XRP ETFs across four funds, making it the largest institutional XRP ETF holder at 73% of all disclosed positions combined, according to TheCCPress. The position sits inside a broader $2.36 billion crypto portfolio spanning BTC, ETH, XRP, and SOL. The xrp price prediction turned bullish, but the...
By PR PR 4/3/2026, 7:29:20 PM
Bitcoin’s safe haven story breaks as war shock revives $10,000 risk if oil hits $150 a barrel
Bitcoin, once promoted by some investors as a hedge against geopolitical turmoil, is behaving like a liquidity-sensitive risk asset at a time when energy prices are climbing, and macro stress is spreading. This comes as the conflict between the United States and Iran deepens, with shock rippling through oil, the dollar, and broader financial...
By Oluwapelumi Adejumo 4/3/2026, 7:25:53 PM
Circle’s $420M Compliance Crisis: ZachXBT Exposes Massive USDC Scandal
The post Circle’s $420M Compliance Crisis: ZachXBT Exposes Massive USDC Scandal appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News On-chain investigator ZachXBT has published a detailed investigation alleging delays or failures in USDC stablecoin issuer Circle to freeze theft proceeds worth over $420 million since 2022. Dubbed the “Circle $USDC files,” the...
By Steve Muchoki 4/3/2026, 7:18:05 PM
Schwab plans spot bitcoin, ether trading launch in first half of 2026
The financial services giant with almost $12 trillion in client assets is moving closer to direct crypto trading, offering subscription for early access to the Schwab Crypto account.
By Krisztian Sandor 4/3/2026, 7:18:00 PM
Jack Dorsey Reveals Bitcoin Faucet Revival with “Bitcoin Day” Announcement
Bitcoin Magazine Jack Dorsey Reveals Bitcoin Faucet Revival with “Bitcoin Day” Announcement Jack Dorsey teased a potential revival of the Bitcoin faucet tied to “Bitcoin Day,” echoing Gavin Andresen’s 2010 giveaway model. This post Jack Dorsey Reveals Bitcoin Faucet Revival with “Bitcoin Day” Announcement first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is...
By Micah Zimmerman 4/3/2026, 7:14:02 PM
VanEck’s Matthew Sigel says $100k Bitcoin “totally reasonable” within a year
VanEck’s Matthew Sigel sees $100,000 Bitcoin within a year even as Iran conflict–driven volatility, war risks, and macro uncertainty leave room for another 20% drawdown. Bitcoin (BTC) can “totally reasonably” trade back at $100,000 within a year, according to VanEck’s…
By Andrew Folkler 4/3/2026, 7:12:06 PM
Here’s What Researchers Are Doing to Protect Bitcoin From Quantum Threats
Rather than requiring changes to Bitcoin's core rules, the approach lets users opt into quantum-resistant protection at the contract level.
By Wayne Jones 4/3/2026, 7:10:15 PM
Charles Schwab To Offer Direct Bitcoin, Ethereum Trading With ‘Schwab Crypto’ Account
Charles Schwab is preparing to offer clients direct access to cryptocurrencies, joining a growing group of traditional financial institutions that have moved into digital-asset services. The firm plans to roll out “Schwab Crypto” through its Premier Bank platform, enabling eligible customers to buy and sell Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH)...
By Ronaldo Marquez 4/3/2026, 7:05:45 PM