Would Satoshi approve of the Director of the FBI appearing at Bitcoin 2026? Institutional adoption – victory or capture?
Bitcoin 2026 opened at The Venetian on April 27 with the Director of the FBI in the program for a session about code, speech, and enforcement. The placement turned a conference slot into a live test of Bitcoin's political identity. The session, titled Code is Free Speech: Ending the War on Bitcoin, took place at […] The post Would Satoshi approve...
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 4/28/2026, 5:21:33 PM
CertiK Says Crypto Regulation Has Entered Its Enforcement Era
CertiK says digital asset regulation has shifted into an enforceable phase across major markets. AML compliance, stablecoin reserves and smart contract audits are now becoming core requirements for crypto firms. CertiK’s latest global report lands with a fairly blunt message: crypto regulation is no longer a waiting game. It is here, it is...
By Chris Omang 4/28/2026, 5:18:27 PM
Fidelity Pulls $150M From FBTC as Bitcoin ETF Flows Reverse After 9-Day Run
Bitcoin ETFs ended a nine-day inflow streak with a $263 million outflow, led by heavy exits from Fidelity, Grayscale, and Ark funds, while trading activity remained strong. Ether ETFs also posted $50 million in net outflows, while XRP and solana ETFs saw no trading activity, reflecting a broader pause in investor momentum. Key Takeaways: U.S. […]
By Emmanuel Musa 4/28/2026, 5:16:22 PM
Aave Outlines Steps to Rebuild rsETH Collateral
Recovered tokens will be sent to a DeFi United multisig wallet, redeemed for ETH, and used to cover the shortfall across affected markets.
By Wayne Jones 4/28/2026, 5:12:59 PM
Ripple Travelex Partnership Expands as US Council Names Ripple a G20 Payments Innovator
Travelex Bank, the first foreign exchange bank approved by Brazil’s Central Bank, is expanding its use of Ripple Payments for instant cross-border settlement, as the US Faster Payments Council separately names Ripple among the key innovators driving G20 domestic payments…
By Peace Longe 4/28/2026, 5:10:00 PM
IDF destroys Hezbollah’s largest tunnel network amid ceasefire stability
The operation underscores the resilience of the ceasefire framework, suggesting it can withstand ongoing military actions without collapse. The post IDF destroys Hezbollah’s largest tunnel network amid ceasefire stability appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/28/2026, 5:05:21 PM
Netanyahu’s stance dims hopes for Israel-Iran peace deal by April 30
Netanyahu's stance reduces optimism for near-term peace, impacting market confidence and highlighting geopolitical tensions' persistence. The post Netanyahu’s stance dims hopes for Israel-Iran peace deal by April 30 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/28/2026, 5:04:17 PM
World Cup fever: Chiliz expands to Solana and Base to supercharge fan token trading
Chiliz rolled out its own layer-1 network in 2023 to host the trading of its tokens, but is transitioning to what it calls "omnichain distribution."
By Jamie Crawley 4/28/2026, 5:03:56 PM
The Calm Before XRP Storm: Why A Massive Breakout Is Brewing
XRP is showing signs of calm, but the underlying structure tells a different story. Following a major breakout, the price has shifted into a tight consolidation range, often a precursor to powerful expansion moves. With key support levels holding and momentum quietly building, the stage appears set for a breakout that could catch many off guard....
By Godspower Owie 4/28/2026, 5:00:22 PM
The age of Agentic Commerce has arrived. Consensus 2026 is where you can experience it IRL
AI agents are already transacting. The question now is what kind of financial infrastructure they run on -and who builds it.
By Ivan Castano Freeman 4/28/2026, 5:00:00 PM
XRP ETFs on pace for their best month of 2026 in April
The United States Spot XRP exchange-traded funds (ETFs) are on track to record the highest monthly inflow of 2026 in … Continue reading The post XRP ETFs on pace for their best month of 2026 in April appeared first on Finbold.
By Steve Muchoki 4/28/2026, 4:49:28 PM
XRP ETF April Inflows Hit $81.63 Million, the Best Month of 2026
US-listed XRP ETF products pulled in $81.63 million in April 2026, their strongest monthly inflow figure of the year, fully reversing March’s $31.16 million loss and pushing cumulative net inflows to $1.29 billion. XRP ETF products recorded $81.63 million in…
By Peace Longe 4/28/2026, 4:49:27 PM
Aterian (ATER) Stock Rockets 122% Following $18M Asset Divestiture Deal
Aterian (ATER) stock jumped 122% after announcing an $18M sale of its brand portfolio to Trademark Global and appointing a new CEO with $7M investment. The post Aterian (ATER) Stock Rockets 122% Following $18M Asset Divestiture Deal appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 4/28/2026, 4:45:57 PM
Top 3 Cryptos to Buy Now After EU Bans All Russian Crypto Services While ADA and LINK Hold Key Levels
The post Top 3 Cryptos to Buy Now After EU Bans All Russian Crypto Services While ADA and LINK Hold Key Levels appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News The top 3 cryptos to buy now shifted after the European Union banned every crypto provider in Russia in its 20th sanctions package, according to CoinDesk. That ban covers exchanges, DeFi platforms,...
By PR Manager 4/28/2026, 4:45:44 PM
Solaris Energy (SEI) Stock Surges 4.2% on Major Data Center Power Agreement
Solaris Energy (SEI) stock jumped 4.2% after unveiling a third 600MW data center power deal with a global tech firm, offsetting a minor Q1 earnings miss. The post Solaris Energy (SEI) Stock Surges 4.2% on Major Data Center Power Agreement appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 4/28/2026, 4:45:20 PM
Gilead Sciences (GILD) Closes $7.8B Arcellx Buyout — What Investors Need to Know
Gilead (GILD) wraps up $7.8B Arcellx deal, gaining anito-cel therapy. Stock tests key support at $128 with oversold RSI signaling potential reversal. The post Gilead Sciences (GILD) Closes $7.8B Arcellx Buyout — What Investors Need to Know appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 4/28/2026, 4:44:35 PM
Tesla (TSLA) Stock Down 16% in 2026 Amid Robotaxi Setbacks and Revenue Shortfall
Tesla (TSLA) stock struggles with 16% YTD decline as robotaxi delays, Q1 revenue miss, and $25B capital spending plan create investor uncertainty. The post Tesla (TSLA) Stock Down 16% in 2026 Amid Robotaxi Setbacks and Revenue Shortfall appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 4/28/2026, 4:43:49 PM
Micron (MU) Stock Gets Unprecedented $1,000 Price Target From Top Analyst
Micron (MU) receives record $1,000 price target from DA Davidson and upgraded $660 target from TD Cowen, driven by AI memory demand and HBM growth. The post Micron (MU) Stock Gets Unprecedented $1,000 Price Target From Top Analyst appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 4/28/2026, 4:42:47 PM
Airbus (AIR) Stock Tumbles as Q1 Profit Plunges 52% Amid Delivery Challenges
Airbus (AIR) stock weakens after Q1 adjusted profit plunged 52% to €300M. Aircraft deliveries fell to 114 units as engine shortages persist. The post Airbus (AIR) Stock Tumbles as Q1 Profit Plunges 52% Amid Delivery Challenges appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 4/28/2026, 4:41:50 PM
Galaxy Digital Posts $216M Q1 Loss as 20% Crypto Drop Cuts Portfolio Value
Galaxy Digital reported a $216 million first-quarter loss amid a broad crypto market decline, while pushing ahead with its Helios data center project as a new source of revenue. The firm’s balance sheet remains liquid, with $2.6 billion in cash and stablecoins. Key Takeaways: Galaxy Digital posted a $216M Q1 loss as the crypto market […]
By Emmanuel Musa 4/28/2026, 4:36:13 PM
Industry Group Calls For MiCA Reforms To Boost Euro Stablecoins
Blockchain for Europe has called for targeted reforms to the European Union’s (EU) landmark crypto framework in a new report, seeking to boost the global competitiveness of Euro-denominated stablecoins. Related Reading: Here’s What Happened In The Donald Trump Crypto Meeting With $TRUMP Holders Euro Stablecoins On The ‘Regulatory Laffer Curve’...
By Rubmar Garcia 4/28/2026, 4:36:09 PM
Polymarket reportedly seeking CFTC approval to reopen main exchange to U.S. traders
If approved, the move would help Polymarket compete with Kalshi in the U.S., and bring more event-trading activity under CFTC regulatory oversight.
By Francisco Rodrigues 4/28/2026, 4:35:02 PM
Riot extends $200 million Coinbase credit facility, and bitcoin weakness could mean more sales
The miner locked in fixed borrowing costs and extended maturity, but a shrinking BTC treasury and loan-to-value triggers leave little room for error if prices slide.
By James Van Straten 4/28/2026, 4:30:52 PM
US confirms partial reopening of Strait of Hormuz, easing oil supply fears
The partial reopening of the Strait of Hormuz alleviates immediate oil supply concerns but highlights ongoing market volatility and uncertainty. The post US confirms partial reopening of Strait of Hormuz, easing oil supply fears appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/28/2026, 4:28:02 PM
Tether unveils modular Bitcoin mining systems with Canaan and ACME Swisstech
Tether, the largest stablecoin company, has unveiled a new custom compute Bitcoin (BTC) mining infrastructure in collaboration with Canaan, the world’s leading manufacturer of BTC miners, and ACME Swisstech, a Swiss-based project management firm.
By N/A 4/28/2026, 4:23:32 PM
Dogecoin Price Prediction at Key Test After Bitcoin Pulls Back While Pepeto Offers the 2021 Entry
The post Dogecoin Price Prediction at Key Test After Bitcoin Pulls Back While Pepeto Offers the 2021 Entry appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News The dogecoin price prediction is at a turning point after Bitcoin reversed from $79,500 on April 27 as rising oil prices sent a wave of selling across the broader crypto market per CoinDesk. BTC...
By PR Manager 4/28/2026, 4:23:06 PM
UB Price Breakout Gains Steam After OKX Listing Sparks Volatility
The post UB Price Breakout Gains Steam After OKX Listing Sparks Volatility appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News The UB price just is on fire in April that many altcoins still dream about, today after a pull back it woke up again, broke resistance, and reminded traders it still has a pulse. Sitting around $0.0537, the move comes right after the...
By Yash Jain 4/28/2026, 4:22:42 PM
Alternative Casino Searches Increase Across the Industry — Is ZunaBet Benefiting?
Search data does not lie. Across multiple markets, queries for alternatives to established online casino brands have been climbing steadily. Players are not leaving in droves — the major platforms still hold significant market share — but a meaningful and growing segment is actively looking for something different. The question is what they are...
By Michelle DG 4/28/2026, 4:20:07 PM
Ostium launches decentralized execution layer with Jump as hedging partner
Ostium launched a real time decentralized execution layer with Jump as hedging partner after topping $50B in trading volume. The post Ostium launches decentralized execution layer with Jump as hedging partner appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/28/2026, 4:15:51 PM
Alphabet’s $175B-$185B AI capex plan doubles prior levels amid antitrust scrutiny
Alphabet's increased AI investment may boost long-term growth but risks near-term margin pressure amid regulatory challenges. The post Alphabet’s $175B-$185B AI capex plan doubles prior levels amid antitrust scrutiny appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/28/2026, 4:11:54 PM
Microsoft says legacy banks are hitting a breaking point as AI takes over the heavy lifting
Microsoft and Chainalysis executives warned that as AI agents begin managing transactions at scale, the financial industry must overhaul its legacy infrastructure to prioritize machine identity and trust.
By Helene Braun 4/28/2026, 4:10:59 PM
Why Are Bitcoin & Ethereum Prices Dropping? What’s Behind Today’s Crypto Market Correction?
The post Why Are Bitcoin & Ethereum Prices Dropping? What’s Behind Today’s Crypto Market Correction? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Following a bullish weekly close, the crypto markets were believed to break above the bearish influence. Meanwhile, the fresh sell-offs restricted the rally, initiating a notable correction with the Bitcoin...
By Sahana Vibhute 4/28/2026, 4:10:30 PM
Bitcoin price hits one-week low as $100 oil sparks fresh Asia crisis fears
Bitcoin price downside returned to send BTC to one-week lows thanks to renewed concerns over global oil supplies focused on the Strait of Hormuz blockade.
By William Suberg 4/28/2026, 4:07:44 PM
Analyst: XRP vs. HBAR Fight Is Fake & Investors Are Paying For It
A recent crypto analysis argues the popular “XRP vs. HBAR” rivalry is a false choice that’s costing retail investors real money. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By DailyCoin Team 4/28/2026, 4:06:00 PM
Stablecoin rails slow 19%, but dollar tokens quietly keep compounding
Stablecoin transfer volume fell 19.18% to $831B in 30 days, yet market cap and holders rose as USDT, USDC, and DAI added billions while Ethena’s USDe saw $1.1B outflows. Stablecoin transfer volume declined 19.18% to $831 billion over the past…
By Dorian Batycka 4/28/2026, 4:05:39 PM
Litecoin Publishes Full Zero-Day Report: The Truth Behind the 85,000 'Fake' LTC and the Secret Hacker Deal
Litecoin's official postmortem reveals Charlie Lee's personal hacker deal, the 85,000 "fake" LTC bug, and why the April reorg caused real BTC losses.
By Gamza Khanzadaev 4/28/2026, 4:02:00 PM
Bitcoin Miners Have Nearly Stopped Sending Coins to Exchanges: Bullish Setup?
Bitcoin is holding above $76,000 as the market pushes against resistance and bulls attempt to build the momentum needed for the next leg higher. The price is constructive but not yet decisive, and an Arab Chain report has just identified a behavioral shift among Bitcoin’s most structurally significant sellers that changes the supply picture behind...
By Sebastian Villafuerte 4/28/2026, 4:00:59 PM
Galaxy Digital Q1 Results: Digital Asset Decline Drives Company to $216 Million Loss
The post Galaxy Digital Q1 Results: Digital Asset Decline Drives Company to $216 Million Loss appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Galaxy Digital reported a net loss of $216 million for the first quarter of 2026, hit primarily by a roughly 20% decline in digital asset prices across the period. Consensus expectations pointed to a loss of $1.06...
By Anjali Belgaumkar 4/28/2026, 3:58:47 PM
Buy DOGEBALL before 2nd May as one of the leading crypto presales to buy in 2026 nears close
DOGEBALL nears final presale phase after raising over $230k from more than 830 participating investors. A rare window is closing fast for investors searching for the best crypto presale to buy in 2026, and DOGEBALL (DOGEBALL) is already proving why…
By Samuel Msiska 4/28/2026, 3:58:00 PM
Canadian Billionaire Ridicules Saylor's Quest for 1 Million BTC
Canadian billionaire Frank Giustra is pouring cold water on MicroStrategy's race to accumulate one million Bitcoin.
By Alex Dovbnya 4/28/2026, 3:56:26 PM
US reviews Iran proposal as Israel-Iran peace talks stall
The stalled peace talks and US review signal potential prolonged regional instability, affecting geopolitical dynamics and market confidence. The post US reviews Iran proposal as Israel-Iran peace talks stall appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/28/2026, 3:55:39 PM
From treasuries to validators: Sharplink doubles down on Ethereum staking
Sharplink now stakes nearly 900k ETH as institutional validators, ETFs, and JPMorgan’s tokenized funds turn Ethereum’s 30% staking era into a yield-bearing settlement layer. Ethereum treasury firm Sharplink (NASDAQ: SBET) announced it received 459 ETH in staking rewards this week, bringing cumulative…
By Andrew Folkler 4/28/2026, 3:52:11 PM
Blockstream Launches Jade Core to Simplify Bitcoin Self-Custody Without Sacrificing Security
Bitcoin Magazine Blockstream Launches Jade Core to Simplify Bitcoin Self-Custody Without Sacrificing Security Blockstream has launched Jade Core, a simplified, open-source hardware wallet designed to make Bitcoin self-custody more accessible to a broader range of users. This post Blockstream Launches Jade Core to Simplify Bitcoin Self-Custody...
By Micah Zimmerman 4/28/2026, 3:51:04 PM
Iran allows Japanese supertanker through Strait of Hormuz, easing supply fears
Iran's move suggests potential diplomatic openings, reducing immediate oil supply fears and impacting market predictions on crude prices. The post Iran allows Japanese supertanker through Strait of Hormuz, easing supply fears appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/28/2026, 3:50:02 PM
Hezbollah claims strike on Israeli tank in south Lebanon amid ceasefire tension
The incident underscores the fragile nature of the ceasefire, yet market confidence remains unshaken, reflecting perceived stability. The post Hezbollah claims strike on Israeli tank in south Lebanon amid ceasefire tension appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/28/2026, 3:48:56 PM
UAE Quits OPEC After 59 Years, BTC Slides Below $76K Amid Hormuz Supply Shock
The United Arab Emirates officially withdrew from OPEC and the broader OPEC+ alliance on April 28, 2026, and bitcoin fell below $76,000 within hours of the announcement. Key Takeaways: The UAE exits OPEC on May 1, 2026, ending 59 years of membership and removing OPEC’s third-largest producer. Bitcoin fell from a weekly high of $79,490 […]
By Jamie Redman 4/28/2026, 3:48:40 PM
Qatar warns Iran against using it as ‘political punching bag’ amid talks
Qatar's diplomatic stance may stabilize Gulf tensions, potentially averting oil supply disruptions and fostering US-Iran dialogue. The post Qatar warns Iran against using it as ‘political punching bag’ amid talks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/28/2026, 3:47:59 PM
Russia to recruit 18,500 foreign fighters by 2026, signals prolonged conflict
Russia's recruitment plan suggests a prolonged conflict, impacting ceasefire prospects and signaling continued geopolitical instability. The post Russia to recruit 18,500 foreign fighters by 2026, signals prolonged conflict appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/28/2026, 3:46:13 PM
Range-bound Bitcoin tests $80k wall as on-chain conviction builds
Bitcoin’s drop from the $80k zone shows classic Fed‑week caution, with strong support near $75.5k, mixed on‑chain signals, and traders waiting on the FOMC decision. Bitcoin (BTC) dropped below $76,000 after encountering strong resistance around the $80,000 level, a key…
By Andrew Folkler 4/28/2026, 3:45:45 PM
Dogecoin Open Interest Jumps 33% in 5 Days, Analyst Opens Massive Short
Open interest in Dogecoin futures has surged sharply amid a buildup of leveraged positions, as traders crowd into the market. CryptoQuant analyst JA Maartun revealed that DOGE’s aggregated open interest climbed 33% over the past five days, rising from roughly 505 million to about 683 million DOGE contracts. Visit Website
By Abdulkarim Abdulwahab 4/28/2026, 3:45:41 PM