China ramps up Iran diplomacy, eyes Trump summit by May 31
China's diplomatic efforts could reshape US-Iran relations and influence global geopolitical dynamics, potentially easing tensions. The post China ramps up Iran diplomacy, eyes Trump summit by May 31 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/17/2026, 9:03:43 AM
Trump-Xi summit set for mid-May, impacting China visit plans
The summit's scheduling could ease trade tensions and reduce market uncertainty, impacting global economic and diplomatic dynamics. The post Trump-Xi summit set for mid-May, impacting China visit plans appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/17/2026, 9:02:11 AM
Bitcoin Derivatives Are The Earliest Signal Of A Quantum Selloff: Joshua Lim
Bitcoin’s quantum risk may show up in derivatives markets well before any compromised coins move on-chain, according to FalconX co-head of markets Joshua Lim, who used an X thread on April 16 to map out what he sees as the most tradable signals around a potential “q-day” event. Lim’s core argument is that the market problem is not simply whether...
By Jake Simmons 4/17/2026, 9:00:43 AM
Tether Expands Bitcoin Bet, Holdings Hit $7.2B After $70M Purchase
Tether has added another $70 million in Bitcoin to its reserves, lifting its total stash to 91,141 BTC, or about $7.2 billion at current prices. Related Reading: Denmark’s Crypto Ownership Rate Among Lowest In Europe At 4%: Report The latest move came through a withdrawal of 951 BTC from Bitfinex, according to on-chain data cited […]
By Christian Encila 4/17/2026, 9:00:16 AM
Trump says U.S. is “very close to making a deal with Iran”, how will Bitcoin react?
Bitcoin held steady around $75,000 on Friday as investors digested reports that the U.S.-Iran conflict could end as early as this weekend. According to reports, U.S. President Donald Trump reiterated that the U.S. is close to coming to an agreement…
By Rony Roy 4/17/2026, 9:00:00 AM
Trump claims Iran to hand over “nuclear dust” from bombed facilities
The claim could signal a potential de-escalation in US-Iran tensions, but skepticism remains due to past unfulfilled commitments. The post Trump claims Iran to hand over “nuclear dust” from bombed facilities appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/17/2026, 8:59:29 AM
EU unable to review Anthropic’s Mythos model, impacting AI market dynamics
The EU's inability to review Mythos may hinder Anthropic's credibility, affecting its competitive position and market perception in AI. The post EU unable to review Anthropic’s Mythos model, impacting AI market dynamics appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/17/2026, 8:57:31 AM
Breaking the RWA Value Monopoly: Zoomex Announces SpaceX Token Airdrop Carnival, Sharing a $300k Reward Pool
April 17th, 2026 – As global capital markets closely watch the dawn of an emerging “interstellar economy,” access to top-tier tech giants should not remain the privilege of a select few. Today, leading global digital asset trading platform Zoomex officially announces the launch of its highly anticipated RWA (Real-World Asset) token — the SpaceX...
By PR DESK 4/17/2026, 8:56:27 AM
Arthur Hayes Reveals 90% of His Net Worth Is in Bitcoin
The post Arthur Hayes Reveals 90% of His Net Worth Is in Bitcoin appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes has revealed that over 90% of his personal wealth remains tied to Bitcoin. But surprisingly, he won’t buy more right now. However, he also said the market may stay unstable due to global tensions and future money...
By Rizwan Ansari 4/17/2026, 8:49:30 AM
Why Ripple (XRP) Keeps Pumping: 3 Key Reasons and What’s Next
XRP is among the best-performing larger-cap altcoins weekly, here's why that might be.
By Jordan Lyanchev 4/17/2026, 8:49:08 AM
US-Iran talks near final phase, potential deal signing soon
A potential US-Iran deal could stabilize regional tensions, impacting global markets and diplomatic relations significantly. The post US-Iran talks near final phase, potential deal signing soon appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/17/2026, 8:47:56 AM
Circle Faces Lawsuit over $285M Drift Protocol Hack Response
Investors claim Circle failed to freeze stolen USDC during Drift hack. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By Alex Costa 4/17/2026, 8:45:00 AM
Proposal to freeze Satoshi’s Bitcoin emerges, market remains unfazed
The proposal's lack of market impact highlights Bitcoin's resilience and raises questions about the community's stance on protocol changes. The post Proposal to freeze Satoshi’s Bitcoin emerges, market remains unfazed appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/17/2026, 8:44:40 AM
Solana Price Forecast: SOL tests resistance breakout amid ETFs inflows, retail demand
Solana (SOL) trades below $90 at press time on Friday, testing grounds above the 50-day Exponential Moving Average (EMA) at $87.42.
By N/A 4/17/2026, 8:44:18 AM
Lebanese return home as Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire holds
The ceasefire's stability boosts market confidence, yet potential disruptions remain, highlighting geopolitical tensions and economic impacts. The post Lebanese return home as Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire holds appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/17/2026, 8:41:42 AM
RAVE DAO Price Rally Shows Signs of Exhaustion — Is a Major Pullback Next?
The post RAVE DAO Price Rally Shows Signs of Exhaustion — Is a Major Pullback Next? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Rave DAO price has been on a massive run since the beginning of the month, rising over 7550%, forming highs close to $20. After a near-parabolic move from $2 to $19.66, the price is now pressing against a key resistance zone...
By Sahana Vibhute 4/17/2026, 8:38:56 AM
Circle Internet Group faces class action over failure to stop Drift Protocol exploit funds
Circle is accused of failing to freeze exploit-linked transfers. Approximately $230 million in stolen funds was routed through Circle’s USDC. Drift plans $147.5 million recovery backed by future revenue. Circle Internet Group, the issuer of the USDC stablecoin, is facing a class action lawsuit over its alleged failure to stop the movement of...
By Charles Thuo 4/17/2026, 8:38:48 AM
Trump proposes ceasefire talks to end Iran war, Iran rejects 20-year nuclear plan
The deadlock in negotiations highlights the challenges of achieving long-term diplomatic solutions amid fluctuating market sentiments. The post Trump proposes ceasefire talks to end Iran war, Iran rejects 20-year nuclear plan appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/17/2026, 8:36:38 AM
ECB’s Muller warns of inflation risks from Iran war, rate cut bets unchanged
The ECB's inflation concerns amid geopolitical tensions could influence broader market stability and investor strategies globally. The post ECB’s Muller warns of inflation risks from Iran war, rate cut bets unchanged appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/17/2026, 8:35:17 AM
Researcher uncovers fake Ledger Nano S modified to siphon crypto assets
A Brazilian security researcher has uncovered a sophisticated counterfeit Ledger device operation after discovering modified hardware designed to siphon cryptocurrency from unsuspecting users. The security researcher, known online as “Past_Computer2901,” shared findings on Reddit after purchasing what appeared to be…
By Rony Roy 4/17/2026, 8:34:44 AM
Gulf War aftermath: $58B repair bill, global equipment shortfall persists
The prolonged disruption and costly repairs highlight the enduring impact on global trade and stability, extending beyond immediate conflicts. The post Gulf War aftermath: $58B repair bill, global equipment shortfall persists appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/17/2026, 8:34:23 AM
ECB’s Müller: April rate move possible amid persistent inflation risks
Persistent inflation risks may lead to tighter monetary policy, impacting economic growth and market stability in the Eurozone. The post ECB’s Müller: April rate move possible amid persistent inflation risks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/17/2026, 8:33:37 AM
Iran’s Hormuz blockade threatens oil supply, IEA warns of market underestimation
The Hormuz blockade could lead to significant global economic instability, with potential oil price spikes impacting energy markets worldwide. The post Iran’s Hormuz blockade threatens oil supply, IEA warns of market underestimation appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/17/2026, 8:30:37 AM
Hoskinson Says Current Quantum Plan Cannot Recover Satoshi’s Bitcoin
Charles Hoskinson says the current Bitcoin quantum proposal would still leave about 1.7 million BTC unrecoverable. He argues that coins dating from 2013 and earlier, including at least 1.1 million BTC linked to Satoshi Nakamoto, cannot be saved under the proposed framework. A growing debate over Bitcoin long-term defense against quantum computing...
By Bhushan Akolkar 4/17/2026, 8:30:34 AM
Public Miners Sell Record Bitcoin as Industry Splits Between Selling and Quality Growth
Public bitcoin miners have liquidated their BTC reserves at a pace not seen since the depths of the last crypto bear market, as a prolonged slump in mining economics pushes operators into survival mode. This article first appeared in Miner Weekly, a weekly newsletter by BlocksBridge Consulting curating the latest news in energy, compute,...
By Guest Author 4/17/2026, 8:30:02 AM
Russia plans new Donbas offensive, aims for full control by September
The planned offensive underscores escalating tensions, diminishing prospects for a ceasefire and complicating diplomatic resolutions. The post Russia plans new Donbas offensive, aims for full control by September appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/17/2026, 8:29:33 AM
US-Iran tensions persist as war declaration odds remain low
Persistent US-Iran tensions highlight geopolitical instability, impacting global markets and diplomatic relations despite low war odds. The post US-Iran tensions persist as war declaration odds remain low appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/17/2026, 8:28:55 AM
Lebanese civilians cross Litani River after ceasefire despite Israeli warnings
The civilian movement across repaired bridges may signal a shift in regional power dynamics, impacting future military and diplomatic strategies. The post Lebanese civilians cross Litani River after ceasefire despite Israeli warnings appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/17/2026, 8:27:14 AM
Russia targets European drone makers aiding Ukraine, complicating ceasefire talks
Russia's threats against European drone makers risk escalating tensions, further hindering diplomatic efforts and complicating peace prospects. The post Russia targets European drone makers aiding Ukraine, complicating ceasefire talks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/17/2026, 8:26:30 AM
Bulgaria’s elections Sunday could secure Radev’s path to prime minister
Radev's potential premiership could stabilize Bulgaria's political landscape, ending the cycle of fragmented governments and uncertainty. The post Bulgaria’s elections Sunday could secure Radev’s path to prime minister appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/17/2026, 8:25:35 AM
US aims to disarm Hezbollah, signaling shift from diplomacy to confrontation
The U.S.'s shift to a confrontational stance against Hezbollah could destabilize regional peace efforts and impact global diplomatic relations. The post US aims to disarm Hezbollah, signaling shift from diplomacy to confrontation appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/17/2026, 8:20:36 AM
Spot Flows Plunge 253% Even as DOGE Breaks a Year-Long Downtrend, While Pepeto Could Be a Better Choice
The post Spot Flows Plunge 253% Even as DOGE Breaks a Year-Long Downtrend, While Pepeto Could Be a Better Choice appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News The dogecoin price prediction faces a strange contradiction after CoinMarketCap data from April 13 showed DOGE breaking above a key descending resistance line that held for over a year, but spot...
By PR Manager 4/17/2026, 8:20:32 AM
Elon Musk Reveals How to Deal With AI in Pro-Crypto Way
Elon Musk's solution to AI taking our jobs might be beneficial for crypto, even though it is not that obvious.
By Arman Shirinyan 4/17/2026, 8:20:00 AM
ETH Project Exposes 100 North Korean IT Workers in Web3
The post ETH Project Exposes 100 North Korean IT Workers in Web3 appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News A six-month ETH Rangers initiative funded by the Ethereum Foundation has uncovered around 100 suspected North Korean IT workers operating under fake identities inside 53 Web3 and crypto projects. The investigation, led by the Ketman Project,...
By Sohrab Khawas 4/17/2026, 8:17:58 AM
Bitcoin miner reserves drop 61,000 BTC, sell pressure mounts
The decline in miner reserves signals increased market volatility, potentially leading to significant price fluctuations and strategic shifts. The post Bitcoin miner reserves drop 61,000 BTC, sell pressure mounts appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/17/2026, 8:17:20 AM
Spain blocks US base access amid Iran tensions, impacting oil markets
Spain's decision could exacerbate geopolitical tensions, leading to volatile oil markets and potential shifts in global trade dynamics. The post Spain blocks US base access amid Iran tensions, impacting oil markets appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/17/2026, 8:15:50 AM
Ethereum Foundation-funded project exposes 100 DPRK developers operating in crypto
A six-month investigation backed by the Ethereum Foundation has uncovered how North Korean operatives quietly embedded themselves inside dozens of Web3 teams under false identities. The Ethereum Foundation said Thursday that its ETH Rangers initiative funded a security-focused effort that…
By Rony Roy 4/17/2026, 8:13:51 AM
CoW Swap Phishing Attack Costs $1.2M as Domain Weakness Exploited
CoW Swap has reported a loss of 1.2 million in the April 14 domain attack. The attack did…
By Nynu Jamal 4/17/2026, 8:11:51 AM
James Wynn Memecoin Presale Raises Just $8,000 Amid Scam Allegations
The post James Wynn Memecoin Presale Raises Just $8,000 Amid Scam Allegations appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News James Wynn, a crypto trader known for once holding a $1 billion Bitcoin long position, has launched a memecoin presale that raised just $8,000 in its first ten hours, drawing scrutiny over his past accusations from community...
By Debashree Patra 4/17/2026, 8:09:53 AM
Chinese cargo planes reportedly land in Iran, raising Strait of Hormuz tensions
Potential Chinese arms deliveries to Iran could strain US-China relations and hinder Strait of Hormuz shipping normalization efforts. The post Chinese cargo planes reportedly land in Iran, raising Strait of Hormuz tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/17/2026, 8:05:46 AM
Fake Ledger Device Bought on Chinese Marketplace Raises Fresh Hardware Wallet Alarm
A cybersecurity researcher says a counterfeit Ledger Nano S Plus bought on a Chinese marketplace failed Ledger Live’s built-in authenticity check. The researcher later examined the device firmware and said the evidence pointed to components linked to Espressif Systems. A cybersecurity researcher says they uncovered a sophisticated fake Ledger...
By Benson Mawira 4/17/2026, 8:02:22 AM
France Reports Over 40 Crypto Ransom Kidnappings Since January
French authorities are sounding the alarm over a drastic surge in cryptocurrency-related violence.
By Alex Dovbnya 4/17/2026, 8:01:16 AM
Bitcoin Recovery Fails To Lift Market Sentiment From Extreme Fear
Data shows the crypto Fear & Greed Index is still inside the extreme fear territory despite the recovery that Bitcoin and other coins have made. Bitcoin Fear & Greed Index Is Still Pointing At ‘Extreme Fear’ The “Fear & Greed Index” is an indicator created by Alternative that tells us about the average sentiment present […]
By Keshav Verma 4/17/2026, 8:00:02 AM
Pi Network’s PI Finally Stages Big Recovery After New Deadline Announcement
Here's what needs to happen to the Pi Network protocol in the next ten days.
By Jordan Lyanchev 4/17/2026, 7:57:37 AM
Top 6 Crypto PR Strategies for Building Institutional Credibility in 2026
Six PR strategies for building institutional credibility in crypto. Covers mainstream media placement, compliance-safe messaging, founder positioning, data-backed research, regulatory milestones, and sustained coverage.
By Crypto Daily 4/17/2026, 7:55:49 AM
Crypto fund founder Joe McCann questioned after fiancée dies in Zanzibar hotel
Police in Zanzibar are continuing to question crypto fund founder Joe McCann after the death of his fiancée during a vacation on the island. NBC News reported that Ashly Robinson, 31, died in the hospital on April 9, a day…
By Rony Roy 4/17/2026, 7:54:07 AM
Lebanese MPs push for demilitarized Beirut amid ceasefire talks
The push for a demilitarized Beirut signals a potential shift towards stability, impacting regional security dynamics and market perceptions. The post Lebanese MPs push for demilitarized Beirut amid ceasefire talks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/17/2026, 7:51:48 AM
Circle Sued Over Alleged Failure to Freeze USDC in $280 Million Drift Hack
Circle has been sued by Drift investor Joshua McCollum over its handling of USDC linked to the $280 million Drift Protocol exploit. The complaint alleges Circle allowed about $230 million in USDC to move from Solana to Ethereum via CCTP without intervention. Circle is facing a new legal challenge over the fallout from the Drift [...]
By Bena Ilyas 4/17/2026, 7:51:02 AM
Goldman Sachs files for Bitcoin Premium Income ETF with SEC
Goldman's ETF filing could drive institutional interest in Bitcoin, potentially stabilizing its market and influencing future crypto investments. The post Goldman Sachs files for Bitcoin Premium Income ETF with SEC appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/17/2026, 7:48:43 AM
RaveDAO (RAVE) Price Explodes: What’s Driving RAVE’s Massive Breakout Rally?
The post RaveDAO (RAVE) Price Explodes: What’s Driving RAVE’s Massive Breakout Rally? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News RaveDAO (RAVE) has surged over 2000% in just a week, instantly grabbing market-wide attention and turning into one of the most explosive trades right now. The move has been sharp, fast, and one-sided, pushing price into a...
By Shubham Vishwakarma 4/17/2026, 7:46:50 AM