SEC Opens Limited Broker Exemption Path for Crypto Trading Interfaces
Bitcoin Magazine SEC Opens Limited Broker Exemption Path for Crypto Trading Interfaces The U.S. SEC issued new guidance indicating that certain user-facing interfaces used in crypto securities trading may not be required to register as broker-dealers. This post SEC Opens Limited Broker Exemption Path for Crypto Trading Interfaces first appeared on...
By Micah Zimmerman 4/13/2026, 3:26:32 PM
Allogene Therapeutics (ALLO) Stock Soars 41% Following Breakthrough CAR T-Cell Trial Results
Allogene (ALLO) stock jumped 41% on promising ALPHA3 trial data showing 58% MRD clearance with no CAR T toxicities. Baird ups target to $9. The post Allogene Therapeutics (ALLO) Stock Soars 41% Following Breakthrough CAR T-Cell Trial Results appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 4/13/2026, 3:22:45 PM
Bitcoin and XRP Drive $1.1B Crypto Fund Inflows in Strongest Week Since January
Global digital asset funds posted inflows of $1.1 billion last week, the highest figure since January, according to data tracked by crypto asset manager CoinShares.
By Brenda Ngari 4/13/2026, 3:21:43 PM
Aeluma (ALMU) Stock Rockets 46% on $4M Federal Quantum Tech Contracts
Aeluma (ALMU) stock surges 46% to $15.75 after winning $4M in U.S. government contracts for quantum photonics and AI semiconductor technology development. The post Aeluma (ALMU) Stock Rockets 46% on $4M Federal Quantum Tech Contracts appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Oliver Dale 4/13/2026, 3:20:49 PM
Bitcoin (BTC): Top On-Chain Analyst Says $80K Is Key Test Level
Top analyst Willy Woo predicts that $80,000 is now the critical test level for the flagship cryptocurrency's next major leg up.
By Alex Dovbnya 4/13/2026, 3:17:40 PM
Ondo seeks SEC green light for tokenized securities on Ethereum
Ondo wants the SEC to sign off on a model where tokens on Ethereum mirror existing securities entitlements at U.S. broker‑dealers. Ondo Finance has asked the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission to confirm that staff will not recommend enforcement if…
By Andrew Folkler 4/13/2026, 3:15:14 PM
Broadcom (AVGO) Stock Surges on Extended Google Partnership and Raised AI Revenue Projections
Broadcom (AVGO) stock climbs as UBS raises AI revenue targets to $145B after Google extends TPU deal through 2031, with Anthropic gaining 3.5GW compute access. The post Broadcom (AVGO) Stock Surges on Extended Google Partnership and Raised AI Revenue Projections appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 4/13/2026, 3:14:43 PM
Bitcoin Rally Could Be a Trap Before Major Collapse, Says Analyst
Bitcoin may rise further before reversing sharply but analyst predicts a deeper correction ahead after short-term gains play out.
By Chayanika Deka 4/13/2026, 3:14:16 PM
$200,000 Prize Pool Unlocked! Zoomex Joins Forces with Brand Ambassador Emiliano Martínez to Launch EPL Prediction Round 2
Zoomex has officially launched the highly anticipated return of its EPL Points Prediction Campaign (Round 2), and this time the stakes are higher than ever. With a total prize pool of $200,000 and the backing of brand ambassador Emiliano Martínez — World Cup Golden Glove winner and one of football’s most commanding goalkeepers — the […]
By PR DESK 4/13/2026, 3:13:25 PM
Bitcoin L2s Are Quietly Becoming the Go-To Rails for Tokenized Real-World Assets
TLDR: Tokenized RWAs excluding stablecoins surged 66% YTD, crossing $27B onchain value by mid-March 2026. Tokenized Treasuries lead the RWA market at $11.3B, making up 44.5% of total onchain asset value. Stacks sBTC reached $292.4M TVL, offering 1:1 Bitcoin-pegged exposure with full Bitcoin finality. Solv Protocol crossed $1B TVL with Apollo...
By Brenda Mary 4/13/2026, 3:08:42 PM
New Kenyan Rules Would Make Stablecoin Issuers Hold Hefty Capital Buffers
Kenya’s government has proposed strict new rules for companies offering digital asset services, demanding that some hold as much as Sh500 million ($3.8 million) in capital. The measures are part of draft regulations under the Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASP) Act, 2025, which aims to bring oversight to the fast‑growing crypto market....
By Jared Kirui 4/13/2026, 3:06:37 PM
Arizona Temporarily Stands Down on Kalshi Prosecution as Federal Ruling Blocks Monday Arraignment
A federal judge’s emergency order has blocked Arizona from proceeding with what would have been the first criminal arraignment of a prediction market operator in U.S. history, handing the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) a decisive early victory in the escalating fight over whether states can regulate event contracts as gambling. Key...
By Luci Kelemen 4/13/2026, 3:05:21 PM
American Bankers Association warns yield‑bearing stablecoins could sap community lending
The American Bankers Association is escalating its campaign against interest‑bearing payment stablecoins, arguing they could drain deposits from community banks and cut local lending by billions of dollars even if a White House study downplays the risk. In an article…
By Andrew Folkler 4/13/2026, 3:03:53 PM
BlackRock Continues Bitcoin Buying Spree with $612 Million Added Through IBIT ETF
Top Bitcoin Exchange-Traded Fund (ETF) issuer BlackRock made major purchases last week worth around $612 million.
By Talha Arshad 4/13/2026, 3:02:34 PM
It’s Too Early For A Bitcoin Price Bottom, Here’s What You Should Be Looking At
Bitcoin price may be showing signs of holding steady, but that alone does not confirm a bottom is in place. A recent post by crypto analyst @CryptoTice_ argues that the current market phase does not yet meet the conditions historically associated with a true Bitcoin price bottom. Instead of focusing on short-term stability, he points to what...
By Sandra White 4/13/2026, 3:00:36 PM
Kooc Media Expands PR Services for Web3 and Crypto Gaming Sites
PR distribution agency Kooc Media has broadened its service offering to cater to the rapidly growing crypto gaming market. The agency, which has operated in the crypto and iGaming PR space since 2017, is now providing dedicated campaigns for blockchain casinos, Web3 betting platforms, GameFi projects and crypto sportsbooks that need reliable media...
By Michelle DG 4/13/2026, 3:00:21 PM
Top Crypto Market Events This Week: PPI, BlackRock, CLARITY Act, Fed Speeches
The post Top Crypto Market Events This Week: PPI, BlackRock, CLARITY Act, Fed Speeches appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News US markets have opened Monday with Bitcoin trading at $70,925.76, down 0.78% over the last 24 hours, as traders digest President Trump’s order for a naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz following the collapse of US-Iran...
By Zafar Naik 4/13/2026, 2:59:50 PM
USDD Rolls Out WBTC Vaults for Enhanced Bitcoin-Backed DeFi Lending
USDD introduces WBTC Vaults, enabling Bitcoin holders to unlock liquidity while maintaining asset exposure through flexible, low-cost DeFi borrowing options. The post USDD Rolls Out WBTC Vaults for Enhanced Bitcoin-Backed DeFi Lending appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Oliver Dale 4/13/2026, 2:58:18 PM
TRX Price Holds Strong While WLFI Crisis Deepens
The post TRX Price Holds Strong While WLFI Crisis Deepens appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News TRX price is doing something most traders didn’t expected today, but it’s staying calm while chaos unfolds right next to it. And not just any chaos. We’re talking about a full-blown public clash between Justin Sun and World Liberty Financial (WLFI),...
By Yash Jain 4/13/2026, 2:55:42 PM
SEC sets conditions for crypto trading apps to stay outside broker rules
The SEC's conditional framework for crypto apps may foster innovation while highlighting the need for comprehensive regulatory clarity. The post SEC sets conditions for crypto trading apps to stay outside broker rules appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 4/13/2026, 2:55:40 PM
Blackstone (BX) Gets Oppenheimer Upgrade: Is Now the Time to Buy?
Oppenheimer upgrades Blackstone (BX) to Outperform with $154 target, citing strong Q4 earnings and undervalued real estate platform after recent selloff. The post Blackstone (BX) Gets Oppenheimer Upgrade: Is Now the Time to Buy? appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 4/13/2026, 2:54:31 PM
Bitcoin moves off lowest levels as worst of weekend fears slip away
As the U.S. blockade of the Strait of Hormuz goes into effect, reports say Iran is considering the abandonment of uranium enrichment as a way to end the war.
By Helene Braun 4/13/2026, 2:53:52 PM
Michael Saylor’s Strategy Unveils Massive $1,000,000,000 Bitcoin Purchase As BTC Shows Signs of Life
Michael Saylor’s firm Strategy unveiled one of its largest Bitcoin (BTC) purchases of the year on Monday. Saylor says the company bought 13,927 BTC for approximately $1 billion, at a price of $71,902 per Bitcoin. The purchase came entirely from proceeds of STRC sales with no common stock dilution. STRC is Strategy’s Variable Rate Series […] The...
By Conor Devitt 4/13/2026, 2:53:41 PM
DOT Price Prediction: $0.90 Target Within Two Weeks - Technical Breakdown Accelerates
DOT breaks critical support at $1.19 with oversold momentum building toward $0.90 (-24% from current levels). Bearish indicators align for continued selling pressure through April. (Read More)
By N/A 4/13/2026, 2:52:32 PM
UK finalises 2026 crypto rules with DeFi carve‑out and ‘controlling entity’ test
The UK is locking in a 2026–27 crypto regime that keeps “truly decentralised” DeFi outside scope but drags any protocol with an identifiable controlling entity into full FCA authorisation. The UK is moving into the final phase of designing its…
By Andrew Folkler 4/13/2026, 2:51:55 PM
Apple (AAPL) Smart Glasses Design Revealed: Taking on Meta in 2027
Apple (AAPL) is developing AI smart glasses with four design options, oval camera lenses, and acetate frames. Launch expected late 2026 or early 2027. The post Apple (AAPL) Smart Glasses Design Revealed: Taking on Meta in 2027 appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 4/13/2026, 2:47:31 PM
Bitmine (BMNR) Amasses $10.7B Ethereum Treasury Following NYSE Upgrade
Bitmine (BMNR) now controls 4.87M ETH worth $10.7B—4% of total supply—generating $212M annually through staking as stock trades down 32% YTD. The post Bitmine (BMNR) Amasses $10.7B Ethereum Treasury Following NYSE Upgrade appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 4/13/2026, 2:46:46 PM
Middle East on edge as Trump’s Iran blockade begins and oil jumps above $100
Trump’s new naval blockade of Iranian ports at the Strait of Hormuz has sent Brent and WTI back above $100, sparked Iranian threats against Gulf ports, and knocked Bitcoin off weekend highs as traders reprice energy and geopolitical risk. A…
By Andrew Folkler 4/13/2026, 2:46:03 PM
US Blockades Iranian Ports in Strait of Hormuz: Oil Prices Spike Higher
The United States Navy began enforcing a blockade of all maritime traffic entering and exiting Iranian ports on Monday, April 13, 2026, at 10 a.m. ET, targeting Tehran’s remaining oil export revenue without halting global shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. Key Takeaways: The U.S. Navy began enforcing a blockade of Iranian ports on April […]
By Jamie Redman 4/13/2026, 2:45:36 PM
AVAX Breaks Higher: $11 Target This Week as Bulls Reclaim Control
AVAX's move above $9.50 resistance signals the start of a push toward $11, with technical momentum finally aligning after weeks of sideways grinding. (Read More)
By N/A 4/13/2026, 2:42:24 PM
CLARITY Act moves toward markup with split treatment for DeFi and stablecoin yield
The U.S. CLARITY Act, the most advanced crypto market‑structure bill to reach Congress, is moving toward a Senate Banking Committee markup in the second half of April, with lawmakers targeting a potential floor vote as early as May. Also known…
By Andrew Folkler 4/13/2026, 2:39:31 PM
Meta Platforms (META) Develops AI Replica of CEO Mark Zuckerberg for Internal Use
Meta (META) is creating an AI replica of Mark Zuckerberg trained on his communication style to interact with employees. Stock down 0.69% on news. The post Meta Platforms (META) Develops AI Replica of CEO Mark Zuckerberg for Internal Use appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 4/13/2026, 2:39:29 PM
Alt5 Sigma (ALTS) Stock: Fintech Revenue Doubles While $344M Crypto Writedown Hits Earnings
Alt5 Sigma (ALTS) reports $24.8M revenue for 2025 with $3.5B transaction volume, but posts $344M loss driven by cryptocurrency asset revaluation. The post Alt5 Sigma (ALTS) Stock: Fintech Revenue Doubles While $344M Crypto Writedown Hits Earnings appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Oliver Dale 4/13/2026, 2:33:54 PM
Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) Stock Drops as Analyst Cuts Rating on Growth Concerns
Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) stock declined 3% after Raymond James downgraded the rating, citing uncertain AI growth and reduced price expectations. The post Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) Stock Drops as Analyst Cuts Rating on Growth Concerns appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 4/13/2026, 2:32:38 PM
Vertiv (VRT) Expands AI Infrastructure Footprint With BMarko Structures Deal
Vertiv (VRT) acquires BMarko Structures for AI data center expansion. Citi raises price target to $340. Stock drops 0.73% premarket to $292.94. The post Vertiv (VRT) Expands AI Infrastructure Footprint With BMarko Structures Deal appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 4/13/2026, 2:31:48 PM
Why 89 Million XRP Inflow to Coinbase Is Drawing Attention Before Tuesday's US Inflation Data
As $119 million in XRP hit Coinbase, the market asks: Sell-off or strategic liquidity? Discover how this massive whale move aligns with Tuesday's PPI data and what it means for XRP's $1.32 support level.
By Gamza Khanzadaev 4/13/2026, 2:29:00 PM
Wedbush Sees Buying Opportunity in Tech Downturn — 5 Cybersecurity Stocks to Watch
Wedbush calls the tech sell-off excessive, naming CrowdStrike, Palo Alto Networks, and three cybersecurity stocks as top buys amid rising AI-driven demand. The post Wedbush Sees Buying Opportunity in Tech Downturn — 5 Cybersecurity Stocks to Watch appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 4/13/2026, 2:24:33 PM
XRP Buy Signal? Data Suggests Potential Rebound as Extreme FUD Meets FOMO Signals
Extreme bearish sentiment around XRP is nearing historic highs, with Santiment data signaling a potential buy setup as past spikes at similar levels have preceded short-term price recoveries. Key Takeaways: Santiment identifies XRP FUD at 3rd-highest level in 2 years, signaling bullish reversal setup. Data shows a 1.02 sentiment ratio, aligning...
By Kevin Helms 4/13/2026, 2:19:16 PM
LINK Price Prediction: Chainlink Targets $9.30 Breakout as Technical Indicators Show Mixed Signals
Chainlink (LINK) trades at $8.80 with neutral RSI at 47.78. Technical analysis suggests potential move to $9.30 resistance, though analyst predictions range $8.83-$11.30 for 2026. (Read More)
By N/A 4/13/2026, 2:14:36 PM
FIL Price Prediction: Filecoin Eyes Multi-Year Breakout Targeting $2.94 by May 2026
Filecoin (FIL) shows potential for a significant breakout with analyst targets at $2.94, $7.50, and $11.40. Current technical setup suggests bullish momentum building at $0.87. (Read More)
By N/A 4/13/2026, 2:12:03 PM
Here’s what happened in crypto today
Need to know what happened in crypto today? Here is the latest news on daily trends and events impacting Bitcoin price, blockchain, DeFi, NFTs, Web3 and crypto regulation.
By Cointelegraph 4/13/2026, 2:09:09 PM
Shiba Inu Begins Week With Bullish Exchange Activity Amid 89 Billion SHIB Drop
Shiba Inu starts off new week with strong network activity, projecting a bullish outlook while its price continues trading negative.
By Caroline Amosun 4/13/2026, 2:08:00 PM
Bitcoin Faces Selling Strain Above $70K as Wall Street Signals Correction Near End
Bitcoin Magazine Bitcoin Faces Selling Strain Above $70K as Wall Street Signals Correction Near End Bitcoin is struggling to break above $70K as profit-taking caps rallies, even as Wall Street firms grow more bullish on equities amid signs the recent correction may be ending. This post Bitcoin Faces Selling Strain Above $70K as Wall Street Signals...
By Micah Zimmerman 4/13/2026, 2:07:12 PM
Ethereum Price Analysis: Has ETH’s Structure Shifted Fundamentally After Surge to $2.2K?
Ethereum is trading below $2.2k to open the new week, holding above the critical $1.8k support zone but struggling to make any decisive move higher. The recovery from February’s lows has been frustratingly shallow, and with macro uncertainty still clouding the broader risk environment, ETH remains in a position where it needs to prove itself […]
By Shayan Markets 4/13/2026, 2:06:57 PM
OpenAI Revenue Chief Highlights Microsoft Partnership Constraints in Internal Memo
OpenAI's revenue leader says Microsoft partnership restricted enterprise growth, praises Amazon's $50B deal, and criticizes Anthropic's AI strategy. The post OpenAI Revenue Chief Highlights Microsoft Partnership Constraints in Internal Memo appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 4/13/2026, 2:06:55 PM
Animoca‑backed Anchorpoint to launch HKDAP stablecoin as ECB backs ESMA crypto push
Anchorpoint Financial Technology, a joint venture backed by Standard Chartered Bank (Hong Kong), HKT and Animoca Brands, will launch a regulated Hong Kong dollar stablecoin called HKDAP (HKD At Par) in the second quarter of 2026 after securing a stablecoin…
By Andrew Folkler 4/13/2026, 2:05:58 PM
Goldman Sachs (GS) Stock: Q1 Earnings Beat Expectations Despite Pre-Market Decline
Goldman Sachs (GS) reports Q1 revenue of $17.23B and EPS of $17.55, beating estimates. Stock falls 2.70% pre-market despite strong banking results. The post Goldman Sachs (GS) Stock: Q1 Earnings Beat Expectations Despite Pre-Market Decline appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Oliver Dale 4/13/2026, 2:03:41 PM
ECB backs tokenized EU capital markets with strict guardrails
The European Central Bank said tokenization could improve EU capital markets, but only with central bank money, interoperable infrastructure and resilient regulation.
By Christina Comben 4/13/2026, 2:02:17 PM
ClearBank secures MiCA approval, targets Circle euro, dollar stablecoins for institutional clients
The U.K.- and EU-regulated credit institution gains crypto-asset service provider status and said it will connect clients to regulated stablecoin rails over Circle Mint
By Olivier Acuna 4/13/2026, 2:02:03 PM
Most Visited Crypto After Bitcoin: JUNO and RAVE Steal Spotlight
The post Most Visited Crypto After Bitcoin: JUNO and RAVE Steal Spotlight appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Most visited crypto after Bitcoin today isn’t some blue-chip altcoin like ETH, SOL or XRP but today’s gems are JUNO and RAVE, two names that suddenly found themselves sitting just behind BTC on CoinMarketCap. And yeah, that raises...
By Yash Jain 4/13/2026, 2:02:02 PM