Polkadot Price Recovers as Hyperbridge Raises Exploit Loss to $2.5M
Hyperbridge raised its Token Gateway exploit loss estimate. Polkadot said the incident affected only bridged DOT through Hyperbridge,…
By Maxwell Mutuma 4/18/2026, 9:36:06 AM
Circle Launches USDC Bridge for Native Cross-Chain Transfers
Circle has introduced USDC Bridge, a new service for moving USDC across blockchains through native burn-and-mint transfers. The company says the product will offer upfront fees, live status tracking and automatic handling of destination gas. Circle is trying to simplify one of crypto’s more stubborn user problems: moving stablecoins across chains...
By Chris Omang 4/18/2026, 9:35:07 AM
Hezbollah’s Safa: No disarmament until Israel meets conditions
Hezbollah's stance complicates ceasefire efforts, potentially stalling broader peace negotiations and impacting regional stability. The post Hezbollah’s Safa: No disarmament until Israel meets conditions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/18/2026, 9:33:24 AM
US-Iran conflict escalates, formal war declaration unlikely before late 2026
The prolonged conflict risks destabilizing global energy markets and economic forecasts, with potential late-2026 congressional action. The post US-Iran conflict escalates, formal war declaration unlikely before late 2026 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/18/2026, 9:32:04 AM
China acts as diplomatic middleman to end Iran war
China's diplomatic role in the Iran conflict could reshape global power dynamics, emphasizing its influence in international peace efforts. The post China acts as diplomatic middleman to end Iran war appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/18/2026, 9:29:37 AM
Trump calls NATO “absolutely useless” for non-involvement in Iran conflict
Trump's NATO criticism may influence US foreign policy, impacting global alliances and market perceptions of geopolitical stability. The post Trump calls NATO “absolutely useless” for non-involvement in Iran conflict appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/18/2026, 9:28:08 AM
Iran closes Strait of Hormuz, complicating US-Iran deal talks
The closure heightens geopolitical tensions, impacting global trade and complicating diplomatic efforts for a US-Iran resolution. The post Iran closes Strait of Hormuz, complicating US-Iran deal talks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/18/2026, 9:26:31 AM
Iran’s control over Hormuz may prompt UK warship deployment by April 30
Increased tensions in the Strait of Hormuz could strain UK-Iran relations, impacting global trade and prompting strategic military decisions. The post Iran’s control over Hormuz may prompt UK warship deployment by April 30 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/18/2026, 9:25:50 AM
IMF links Middle East conflict to reduced global growth, US recession risk
Geopolitical tensions may exacerbate economic instability, influencing energy prices and increasing recession risks, impacting global markets. The post IMF links Middle East conflict to reduced global growth, US recession risk appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/18/2026, 9:22:29 AM
Moscow bombards Ukraine as Kyiv targets Russian oil facilities
Escalating strikes between Russia and Ukraine heighten geopolitical tensions, impacting crude oil prices and diminishing ceasefire prospects. The post Moscow bombards Ukraine as Kyiv targets Russian oil facilities appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/18/2026, 9:21:55 AM
Trump hints at progress in US-Iran talks, uranium enrichment deal in focus
Potential progress in US-Iran talks could reshape geopolitical dynamics, impacting global security and economic stability significantly. The post Trump hints at progress in US-Iran talks, uranium enrichment deal in focus appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/18/2026, 9:21:21 AM
Double-Digits Gains From These Altcoins, BTC Stopped After 10-Week High: Weekend Watch
RAVE has now entered the top 20 alts by marked cap after its mind-blowing rally.
By Jordan Lyanchev 4/18/2026, 9:19:02 AM
Israeli forces demolish homes in Lebanon, breaching ceasefire agreement
The demolitions risk undermining regional stability and could trigger market volatility, affecting investor confidence in the ceasefire's longevity. The post Israeli forces demolish homes in Lebanon, breaching ceasefire agreement appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/18/2026, 9:17:59 AM
French Finance Minister: Euro-Based Stablecoins Vital to European Financial Sovereignty
French Finance Minister Roland Lescure has called on European banks to aggressively develop euro-based stablecoins and tokenized deposits to challenge the overwhelming dominance of the U.S. dollar in digital payments. Key Takeaways: Roland Lescure urged EU banks to launch euro stablecoins by 2026 to counter U.S. financial dominance. Tether leads...
By Terence Zimwara 4/18/2026, 9:05:52 AM
Alex Imas: AI is reshaping job roles towards social skills, the emergence of AGI marks a pivotal shift, and Claude code enhances AI’s practical applications | Odd Lots
AI advancements are reshaping job markets, emphasizing roles that require social skills and personal branding. The post Alex Imas: AI is reshaping job roles towards social skills, the emergence of AGI marks a pivotal shift, and Claude code enhances AI’s practical applications | Odd Lots appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 4/18/2026, 9:01:26 AM
Iran closes Strait of Hormuz after US maintains blockade
The closure of the Strait of Hormuz heightens geopolitical tensions, potentially disrupting global oil supply and escalating US-Iran conflicts. The post Iran closes Strait of Hormuz after US maintains blockade appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/18/2026, 9:00:07 AM
$20M Crypto Scam Lands Texas Man 23-Year Prison Sentence
Robert Dunlap will spend the next two decades in federal prison after a judge handed down a 276-month sentence for his role in a massive crypto fraud. A federal court in Florida issued the ruling following Dunlap’s conviction on charges of conspiracy to commit mail fraud and wire fraud. Related Reading: Tether Expands Bitcoin Bet, […]
By Christian Encila 4/18/2026, 9:00:01 AM
Ethereum Price Could Hit $3K By May, As A New Payment Token Dominates XRP News
The post Ethereum Price Could Hit $3K By May, As A New Payment Token Dominates XRP News appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Ethereum is back in the conversation, and for good reason. Traders are starting to price in a possible move toward $3,000 by May, while XRP is still drawing attention with solid gains of its own. But the real shift in...
By PR Manager 4/18/2026, 8:59:35 AM
More Americans Own Bitcoin Than Gold: Why That Matters in 2026
The post More Americans Own Bitcoin Than Gold: Why That Matters in 2026 appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Gold had a 5,000-year head start. Bitcoin is 16 years old. And as Bitcoin crossed $77,000 this week, a striking data point is back in focus – more Americans own Bitcoin than gold. River’s US Bitcoin adoption report, drawing on data from...
By Zafar Naik 4/18/2026, 8:57:24 AM
Bitcoin rallies to $74K amid cooling Middle East tensions
Bitcoin's surge amid easing geopolitical tensions highlights its sensitivity to global events, impacting market confidence and investment strategies. The post Bitcoin rallies to $74K amid cooling Middle East tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/18/2026, 8:54:13 AM
ETF clients buy $13.7M XRP, total ETF assets hit $1.1B
Institutional interest in XRP persists despite market skepticism, highlighting potential long-term confidence amid geopolitical tensions. The post ETF clients buy $13.7M XRP, total ETF assets hit $1.1B appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/18/2026, 8:46:40 AM
Eight tankers exit Persian Gulf via Strait of Hormuz, including sanctioned vessels
The mixed tanker movements indicate potential easing of tensions but highlight ongoing uncertainty in regional maritime dynamics. The post Eight tankers exit Persian Gulf via Strait of Hormuz, including sanctioned vessels appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/18/2026, 8:45:23 AM
Iran issues military threats amid US negotiations, impacting ceasefire prospects
Iran's military threats during US talks heighten uncertainty, reducing ceasefire odds and complicating prospects for a swift resolution. The post Iran issues military threats amid US negotiations, impacting ceasefire prospects appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/18/2026, 8:41:59 AM
Why the US Government’s $606K Bitfinex Bitcoin Transfer to Coinbase Prime Matters
The US government has moved around $606,000 worth of BTC to a Coinbase Prime wallet, research from on-chain intelligence portal Arkham shows.
By Talha Arshad 4/18/2026, 8:41:44 AM
US sanctions seven Iran-backed militia leaders in Iraq
The sanctions exacerbate U.S.-Iran tensions, complicating diplomatic efforts and reducing the likelihood of imminent sanction relief. The post US sanctions seven Iran-backed militia leaders in Iraq appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/18/2026, 8:41:21 AM
Schwab opens Bitcoin, Ethereum trading to 46M clients with $11.8T in assets
Schwab's crypto trading could drive gradual adoption, influencing client allocation and prompting regulatory and competitive responses. The post Schwab opens Bitcoin, Ethereum trading to 46M clients with $11.8T in assets appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/18/2026, 8:36:02 AM
Aztec Moves $59M ETH From Auction to Coinbase
The post Aztec Moves $59M ETH From Auction to Coinbase appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Aztec has completed the transfer of all ETH raised during its public token auction to Coinbase following a phased withdrawal over recent months. In December, the project sold 15% of its AZTEC supply, raising 19,388.4 ETH (around $59.13M) at an average...
By Sohrab Khawas 4/18/2026, 8:35:56 AM
FSB warns of ‘triple whammy’ crisis as private credit threat to global markets worsens
The Financial Stability Board (FSB) is warning that global markets could be heading toward a chain reaction in which tighter funding, war-driven volatility, and deepening cracks in non-bank finance converge into what its chair calls a possible “double or triple whammy” for financial stability. In a letter sent ahead of the April 16 G20 meeting,...
By Andjela Radmilac 4/18/2026, 8:30:40 AM
Ethereum Flips Major Resistance – Bulls Eye Return To $2,900
Ethereum (ETH), the world’s largest altcoin, is up by over 3% in the past day, reflecting the current bullish momentum in the cryptocurrency market following the major relief over the US-Iran conflict. Notably, Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi announced that the Strait of Hormuz would be opened to commercial ships for the remainder of the...
By Semilore Faleti 4/18/2026, 8:30:37 AM
Ripple set to unlock almost $1.5 billion of XRP in less than 2 weeks
Ripple is set to unlock 1 billion XRP from its escrow contracts on May 1, continuing a monthly release program … Continue reading The post Ripple set to unlock almost $1.5 billion of XRP in less than 2 weeks appeared first on Finbold.
By Paul L. 4/18/2026, 8:29:00 AM
Ripple prepares to release almost $1.5 billion of XRP in less than 2 weeks
Ripple is set to unlock 1 billion XRP from its escrow contracts on May 1, continuing a monthly release program … Continue reading The post Ripple prepares to release almost $1.5 billion of XRP in less than 2 weeks appeared first on Finbold.
By Paul L. 4/18/2026, 8:29:00 AM
Spot Bitcoin ETFs attract nearly $1B in weekly inflows as risk sentiment improves
Spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded nearly $1 billion in weekly inflows, their strongest performance in over three months amid improving risk sentiment.
By Amin Haqshanas 4/18/2026, 8:28:25 AM
IRGC claims control of Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing US blockade
The IRGC's control claim heightens geopolitical tensions, impacting global oil markets and necessitating close monitoring of military responses. The post IRGC claims control of Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing US blockade appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/18/2026, 8:28:08 AM
$760M Brent crude short trade precedes Strait of Hormuz de-escalation news
The trade's timing suggests potential insider knowledge, raising regulatory concerns and impacting market confidence amid geopolitical tensions. The post $760M Brent crude short trade precedes Strait of Hormuz de-escalation news appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/18/2026, 8:27:29 AM
Trump claims Iran deal near despite uranium enrichment disputes
Diplomatic progress is possible, but without Iran's cooperation on uranium, the situation remains volatile and speculative. The post Trump claims Iran deal near despite uranium enrichment disputes appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/18/2026, 8:26:52 AM
Pakistan prepares for US-Iran peace talks with increased security
Pakistan's role in facilitating US-Iran talks could enhance its diplomatic influence, impacting regional stability and international relations. The post Pakistan prepares for US-Iran peace talks with increased security appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/18/2026, 8:25:02 AM
Calls for treaty to shut down Iran’s Pickaxe Mountain nuclear site
Diplomatic efforts are crucial as military options are limited, and any breakdown could rapidly impact ceasefire market dynamics. The post Calls for treaty to shut down Iran’s Pickaxe Mountain nuclear site appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/18/2026, 8:23:05 AM
Democrats fail to block Trump’s Iran actions, peace deal by April 22 uncertain
The Democrats' inability to limit Trump's military actions may hinder diplomatic efforts, increasing uncertainty in US-Iran relations. The post Democrats fail to block Trump’s Iran actions, peace deal by April 22 uncertain appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/18/2026, 8:19:31 AM
Sanctioned tankers pass through Strait of Hormuz despite US blockade
The passage of sanctioned tankers highlights enforcement challenges, suggesting potential erosion of blockade effectiveness over time. The post Sanctioned tankers pass through Strait of Hormuz despite US blockade appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/18/2026, 8:18:04 AM
Microstrategy Surges As Bitcoin Price Breaks Out, Iran Opening Strait of Hormuz Dominates Crypto News
The post Microstrategy Surges As Bitcoin Price Breaks Out, Iran Opening Strait of Hormuz Dominates Crypto News appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News MicroStrategy surged alongside Bitcoin’s breakout above $78,000 as renewed bullish momentum swept through crypto markets, while dramatic developments around Iran and the Strait of Hormuz injected...
By PR Manager 4/18/2026, 8:13:11 AM
Boyaa Interactive shifts treasury strategy to focus solely on Bitcoin
Boyaa's Bitcoin-only focus highlights institutional interest but broader market trends and volatility may influence long-term Bitcoin valuation. The post Boyaa Interactive shifts treasury strategy to focus solely on Bitcoin appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/18/2026, 8:08:07 AM
EU military simulations spotlight NATO withdrawal speculation
The EU's military simulations underscore a shift towards self-reliance in defense, reflecting broader uncertainties about US security commitments. The post EU military simulations spotlight NATO withdrawal speculation appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/18/2026, 8:07:10 AM
Trump maintains Iranian port blockade despite strait reopening
The ongoing blockade heightens geopolitical tensions, potentially impacting global oil markets and necessitating diplomatic resolutions. The post Trump maintains Iranian port blockade despite strait reopening appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/18/2026, 8:04:06 AM
HBAR Price Outlook: Big Tech Backing Meets Reversal Setup – Rally Ahead?
The post HBAR Price Outlook: Big Tech Backing Meets Reversal Setup – Rally Ahead? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News HBAR is flashing early reversal signals just as momentum begins to build around its institutional narrative. After months of sustained downside, the token is now stabilizing within a key demand zone, with price action...
By Shubham Vishwakarma 4/18/2026, 8:04:05 AM
New Scrutiny Wave Hits Binance: Fresh Letters Sent To DOJ And FinCEN Over Iran Links
Democratic Senator Richard Blumenthal is increasing his scrutiny of Binance as new questions emerge about the exchange’s handling of Iran-related transactions. The Connecticut senator has been pursuing the issue since February, when he first launched a formal inquiry into whether the cryptocurrency exchange violated US and international sanctions...
By Ronaldo Marquez 4/18/2026, 8:00:44 AM
Iran-US war declaration market stable amid economic constraints
Economic constraints and geopolitical tensions shape market expectations, highlighting the complex interplay between conflict and financial stability. The post Iran-US war declaration market stable amid economic constraints appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/18/2026, 7:59:49 AM
Iran Slams Trump’s “Seven False Claims” as Hormuz Tensions Rise Again
The post Iran Slams Trump’s “Seven False Claims” as Hormuz Tensions Rise Again appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Iran’s Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf has criticized U.S. President Donald Trump, accusing him of making “seven false claims in one hour” and warning that the Strait of Hormuz may not remain open if the U.S. blockade...
By Rizwan Ansari 4/18/2026, 7:51:55 AM
Pakistan mediates US-Iran talks, Trump oil sanction relief odds rise
Pakistan's mediation could stabilize US-Iran relations, potentially easing oil sanctions and impacting global energy markets significantly. The post Pakistan mediates US-Iran talks, Trump oil sanction relief odds rise appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/18/2026, 7:47:52 AM
Iran arrests 127 in crackdown amid regime change speculation
The crackdown highlights the regime's efforts to maintain control, reducing the likelihood of immediate change and impacting market perceptions. The post Iran arrests 127 in crackdown amid regime change speculation appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/18/2026, 7:45:51 AM
Iranian tankers load oil at Kharg Island despite US blockade
Iran's ability to export oil despite the blockade highlights its resilience and may influence geopolitical dynamics and market expectations. The post Iranian tankers load oil at Kharg Island despite US blockade appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/18/2026, 7:39:18 AM