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
Start Your Crypto Gaming Portfolio: A Gamer’s Guide
A step-by-step guide to owning digital assets in 2025’s hottest blockchain games for gamers. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By Alex Costa 4/18/2026, 1:00:00 PM
Bitget Investigates After ZachXBT Exposes RAVE Token Insider Manipulation
The post Bitget Investigates After ZachXBT Exposes RAVE Token Insider Manipulation appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News One of crypto’s most trusted on-chain investigators just called out a textbook pump and dump, and this time, major exchanges are named. ZachXBT posted publicly that pump and dump activity for RAVE token originated on Bitget,...
By Zafar Naik 4/18/2026, 12:59:01 PM
Strait of Hormuz closure raises oil supply fears amid Iran conflict
The closure exacerbates global energy insecurity, potentially driving long-term shifts in geopolitical alliances and economic strategies. The post Strait of Hormuz closure raises oil supply fears amid Iran conflict appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/18/2026, 12:58:50 PM
AAVE Targeting $125 Breakout as Whales Load Up During Retail Panic
AAVE's 4.6% drop to $111 triggered classic retail capitulation while whales positioned for the next leg higher. The setup points to $125 within two weeks if bulls reclaim $116 resistance. (Read More)
By N/A 4/18/2026, 12:58:33 PM
Istanbul promoted as financial hub amid Gulf economic disruptions
Istanbul's rise as a financial hub could reshape regional economic dynamics, attracting firms amid Gulf instability and global inflation. The post Istanbul promoted as financial hub amid Gulf economic disruptions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/18/2026, 12:57:32 PM
ALICE Price Prediction: $0.27 Retest Within 48 Hours or $0.12 Collapse
With RSI screaming 86.30 and price trading 55% above all moving averages, ALICE is primed for either a violent rejection at $0.27 resistance (70% probability) or a momentum-driven breakout to $0.34... (Read More)
By N/A 4/18/2026, 12:52:32 PM
AUDIO Targets $0.035 Breakout as Dead Cat Bounce Turns Bull Trap
AUDIO's violent bounce from $0.02 support sets up a clean run to $0.035 resistance within 10 days. The 41% intraday range signals accumulation, not distribution. (Read More)
By N/A 4/18/2026, 12:46:39 PM
Hackers Expose 1,000,000 US Bank Accounts in One Year, With Thieves Sharing Usernames and Passwords Freely on Dark Web: Kaspersky
More than one million online banking accounts were compromised in 2025 as cybercriminals increasingly relied on infostealers to collect financial credentials. The cybersecurity firm Kaspersky says over one million online banking accounts served by the world’s 100 largest banks fell victim to infostealing malware, with credentials for those...
By Mehron Rokhy 4/18/2026, 12:45:30 PM
Tron Price Outlook: Can $826M Growth Push TRX Price Higher?
The post Tron Price Outlook: Can $826M Growth Push TRX Price Higher? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News TRON is holding a bullish structure after confirming a breakout above its descending resistance, with price now sustaining above key levels. Following the breakout, TRX price continues to trade steadily above the $0.30 zone, forming...
By Shubham Vishwakarma 4/18/2026, 12:45:23 PM
Bitcoin adds $327B in market cap amid US-Iran tensions
Bitcoin's market resilience amid geopolitical tensions highlights its potential as a hedge, but future conflicts could impact stability. The post Bitcoin adds $327B in market cap amid US-Iran tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/18/2026, 12:44:47 PM
Binance AI data shows over 45% of crypto activity is now autonomous
New data from Binance indicates that artificial intelligence (AI) is emerging as a major player in global capital allocation, with … Continue reading The post Binance AI data shows over 45% of crypto activity is now autonomous appeared first on Finbold.
By Paul L. 4/18/2026, 12:44:18 PM
XRP Price Shows First Bullish Signal in 3 Months—Is a $1.55 Breakout Next?
The post XRP Price Shows First Bullish Signal in 3 Months—Is a $1.55 Breakout Next? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News XRP price is down 1.09% over the past 24 hours, trading near $1.43 and lagging behind Bitcoin’s strength. The move appears to be a technical pullback after recent overbought conditions—but the broader setup is starting to...
By Sahana Vibhute 4/18/2026, 12:37:37 PM
UNIFIL peacekeeper killed, three injured in Lebanon attack by non-state actors
The attack underscores the fragile security situation in southern Lebanon, potentially impacting regional stability and ceasefire dynamics. The post UNIFIL peacekeeper killed, three injured in Lebanon attack by non-state actors appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/18/2026, 12:36:58 PM
LINK's $10 Breakout Attempt: 72-Hour Window for Bulls or $8.50 Retest
LINK trades at $9.38 facing critical resistance near $10 with retail traders heavily positioned long. The next three days determine whether we see an upside breakout or a pullback to the $8.50-$9.0... (Read More)
By N/A 4/18/2026, 12:36:30 PM
Circle Payments Network Opens Stablecoin Settlement to Banks Without Digital Asset Complexity
Circle launched CPN Managed Payments on April 8, a fully managed stablecoin settlement solution that makes the Circle Payments Network accessible to banks, payment service providers, and fintechs without requiring them to manage digital assets, custody infrastructure, or blockchain operations…
By Peace Longe 4/18/2026, 12:35:00 PM
Iranian gunboats attack tanker in Strait of Hormuz, ceasefire at risk
The attack underscores the fragility of ceasefire agreements, potentially destabilizing regional security and impacting global oil markets. The post Iranian gunboats attack tanker in Strait of Hormuz, ceasefire at risk appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/18/2026, 12:32:13 PM