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
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
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
IDF drone strike kills Hezbollah member in southern Lebanon amid rising tensions
The IDF's actions heighten regional instability, reducing withdrawal odds and complicating ceasefire prospects, impacting market dynamics. The post IDF drone strike kills Hezbollah member in southern Lebanon amid rising tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/29/2026, 4:50:27 PM
Trust Wallet Takes on the Perp DEX War With a Native Hyperliquid Integration
Trust Wallet’s 220M+ users* in eligible jurisdictions can trade perps, including oil and precious metals, without ever switching platforms April 29th, 2026 — Trust Wallet, the world’s leading self-custody crypto wallet with over 220 million downloads, has integrated Hyperliquid, a high-performance decentralized blockchain that has processed over...
By PR DESK 4/29/2026, 4:48:07 PM
Vitalik’s wallet is programmatically dumping “garbage” memecoins again – on‑chain data shows minute‑by‑minute liquidation
Vitalik Buterin is programmatically dumping unsolicited memecoins again, turning airdropped “spam” into ETH while leaving thinly traded meme markets on edge. On‑chain analytics from Arkham Intelligence indicate that an address attributed to Ethereum co‑founder Vitalik Buterin (0xAb5…) has entered a new phase…
By Andrew Folkler 4/29/2026, 4:43:01 PM
Tesla Q1 earnings beat expectations, Nvidia likely to remain top by market cap
Tesla's earnings beat highlights its growth potential, but Nvidia's dominance underscores the competitive landscape in tech market caps. The post Tesla Q1 earnings beat expectations, Nvidia likely to remain top by market cap appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/29/2026, 4:42:59 PM
Iran’s rial hits record low as US naval blockade tightens economic grip
The US naval blockade's economic impact on Iran could lead to increased instability, affecting global oil prices and regional geopolitics. The post Iran’s rial hits record low as US naval blockade tightens economic grip appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/29/2026, 4:41:46 PM
The future of Remittix: Investor questions answered as CEX’s, platform and wallet update confirmed
Remittix builds investor confidence as token sales reach 77.98% ahead of its upcoming market launch. Investor confidence in a crypto project is rarely built on promises alone. It is built on evidence. For Remittix, that evidence has been accumulating steadily.…
By Samuel Msiska 4/29/2026, 4:41:04 PM
James Comey indicted, faces arrest warrant for allegedly threatening Trump
The indictment of James Comey could intensify political tensions and impact public trust in legal and governmental institutions. The post James Comey indicted, faces arrest warrant for allegedly threatening Trump appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/29/2026, 4:38:57 PM
VerifyVASP acquires Sygna, consolidating the global Travel Rule network
VerifyVASP acquires Sygna, consolidating the global Travel Rule network
By Chainwire 4/29/2026, 4:38:48 PM
Fed rate decision, Powell speech coincide with Middle East tensions
The convergence of monetary policy signals and geopolitical tensions could heighten market volatility, impacting both equities and cryptocurrencies. The post Fed rate decision, Powell speech coincide with Middle East tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/29/2026, 4:36:28 PM
AI finance platform Rogo raises 160M USD Series D led by Kleiner Perkins
AI finance platform Rogo raises 160M USD led by Kleiner Perkins to scale its agentic workflow OS for banks and asset managers, as AI agents sweep regulated finance. AI financial workflow platform Rogo has closed a 160 million dollar Series D round…
By Andrew Folkler 4/29/2026, 4:35:47 PM
Fed Rates Hold for Third Straight Meeting as Crypto Watches Powell’s Final Conference
The Federal Reserve held Fed rates unchanged at 3.50 to 3.75% on April 29, the third consecutive pause of 2026, as Bitcoin and crypto markets focused entirely on Chair Jerome Powell’s 2:30 PM press conference, which marked his final FOMC…
By Peace Longe 4/29/2026, 4:34:47 PM
Demis Hassabis: AGI could be achieved by 2030, model distillation enhances AI efficiency, and the role of AlphaGo in future advancements | Y Combinator Startup Podcast
AGI may be achieved by 2030, transforming AI development with groundbreaking advancements and increased productivity. The post Demis Hassabis: AGI could be achieved by 2030, model distillation enhances AI efficiency, and the role of AlphaGo in future advancements | Y Combinator Startup Podcast appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 4/29/2026, 4:33:12 PM
Brent Crude Climbs Above $115 as Trump Signals Longer Iran Naval Blockade
President Donald Trump directed aides to prepare for an extended naval blockade of Iranian ports, pushing Brent crude above $115 per barrel on April 29 and widening what the International Energy Agency called the largest supply shock on record. Key Takeaways: Brent crude climbed above $115 per barrel on April 29 as Trump ordered preparations […]
By Jamie Redman 4/29/2026, 4:30:57 PM
Ripple Stablecoin RLUSD Launches on OKX Across Over 280 Trading Pairs
RLUSD debuts on prominent crypto exchange OKX, offering broader access to the Ripple-affiliated stablecoin for US residents. Ripple announced this team-up in an X post on Tuesday, with OKX confirming the development. Visit Website
By Elendu Benedict 4/29/2026, 4:30:43 PM
Prediction markets monthly volume hits $26B, driven by retail activity, Bitcoin and sports
Prediction markets continue to gain traction in 2026, with monthly trading volume nearing $26 billion in March, according to a Wednesday report from Bitget Wallet, prepared in collaboration with Polymarket and Dune Analytics.
By N/A 4/29/2026, 4:30:37 PM
US spends $25B on Iran conflict, ceasefire unlikely by April 30
The entrenched conflict and high costs suggest prolonged instability, impacting geopolitical dynamics and economic markets adversely. The post US spends $25B on Iran conflict, ceasefire unlikely by April 30 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/29/2026, 4:28:48 PM
Kevin Warsh’s Fed nomination signals likely Powell exit by June 30
Warsh's potential Fed leadership could shift monetary policy towards a more hawkish stance, impacting future rate cut probabilities. The post Kevin Warsh’s Fed nomination signals likely Powell exit by June 30 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/29/2026, 4:20:36 PM
Wall Street sets new Strategy stock price target
B. Riley has raised its price target on Strategy (NASDAQ: MSTR), pointing to a rare convergence of macro timing, Bitcoin … Continue reading The post Wall Street sets new Strategy stock price target appeared first on Finbold.
By Steve Muchoki 4/29/2026, 4:14:25 PM
Dogecoin leads pre-FOMC rally with 12% gains: Is DOGE price headed to $0.33?
Dogecoin’s latest rebound resembled bounces witnessed in mid-2023, raising the odds of a rally toward $0.33 in the coming weeks.
By Nancy Lubale 4/29/2026, 4:14:21 PM
Bitcoin's widely tracked Coinbase Premium turns negative as realized losses spike to $6 billion
A metric tracking U.S. spot demand has flipped red just as onchain data shows realized losses surging to $5.97 billion.
By Shaurya Malwa 4/29/2026, 4:13:55 PM
CLARITY Act Nears Last Markup—White House Adviser Sees ‘Rocket Ship’ Crypto Boom
After months of setbacks, the long-awaited CLARITY Act appears to be approaching its final procedural hurdle in the Senate. The Banking Committee is expected to schedule the vote for May, bringing the bill closer to a full Senate vote. At the Bitcoin 2026 conference in Las Vegas on Tuesday, Patrick Witt, the White House’s top […]
By Ronaldo Marquez 4/29/2026, 4:10:07 PM
Ripple Prime Adds BTC Options via Bullish
Enterprise blockchain firm Ripple has significantly expanded its institutional offerings by deepening the integration between its prime brokerage arm, Ripple Prime, and the digital asset exchange Bullish.
By Alex Dovbnya 4/29/2026, 4:07:40 PM
Crypto Founder Allegedly Masterminds $16,000,000 ‘Insured’ Coin Offering, Splurges on Luxury Homes and Horse: SEC
US regulators just filed a complaint against a crypto executive who allegedly carried out a $16 million fraudulent securities offering. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) says that GIBF GP Inc. and Monsoon Blockchain Corporation founder Donald Basile offered investors Simple Agreements for Future Tokens (SAFTs) that would supposedly...
By Rhodilee Jean Dolor 4/29/2026, 4:02:01 PM
Pundit Shares The Most Important Thing To Remember About XRP
Crypto pundit SMQKE has shared an important thing that XRP holders have to remember when it comes to the altcoin’s price. He alluded to the token’s historical price appreciation and noted that XRP is better positioned to record more significant gains following Ripple’s recent acquisitions. What To Remember About XRP’s Price In an X post, SMQKE...
By Scott Matherson 4/29/2026, 4:00:31 PM
Crypto Regulation Has Gone Full TradFi, CertiK Reports
CertiK report shows AML, stablecoin and audit rules now mirror traditional finance globally. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By Alex Costa 4/29/2026, 4:00:00 PM
The Protocol: Mythos forces crypto industry to rethink security practices
Also: Aave’s $300 million recovery effort, crypto for AI agents, and Bitcoin proposal for Satoshi-linked tokens.
By Margaux Nijkerk 4/29/2026, 3:57:38 PM
Oil surges back above $100 as Trump presses Iran to reopen Hormuz
Oil prices surged as Trump warned Iran to reopen Hormuz, while lawmakers questioned Hegseth over the US Iran war. The post Oil surges back above $100 as Trump presses Iran to reopen Hormuz appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/29/2026, 3:56:25 PM
Peter Schiff Claims Vindication as Bitcoin Falls 30% Since 2025 Sell Call
Strategy grew its BTC market share from 2.76% to 3.9%, a 40% increase in ownership concentration, but the price still fell by about 30%.
By Wayne Jones 4/29/2026, 3:54:46 PM
Why Swap Aggregators are challenging centralized exchanges for portfolio control
Crypto swaps let you exchange one digital asset for another directly, without converting to fiat currency first — a method that is faster, increasingly affordable, and now accessible to anyone with a wallet. Bitcoin, Ethereum, and stablecoins like USDT remain the most exchanged assets in 2026, but the tools available to swap them have matured [...]
By Dennis Grace 4/29/2026, 3:53:44 PM