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Can Bitcoin Price Continue Its Push To The Upside? It Doesn’t Matter For Varntix Investors
Can Bitcoin Price Continue Its Push To The Upside? It Doesn’t Matter For Varntix Investors

Bitcoin pushed back toward the $79K level as easing geopolitical tension driven by the potential extension of the U.S. Iran ceasefire talks lifted overall risk sentiment. The move was supported by renewed ETF inflows and increased derivatives activity, reinforcing short-term momentum. At the same time, recent pullbacks tied to geopolitical...

Trump ousts 15 defense officials, Pentagon shake-up impacts Iran strategy
Trump ousts 15 defense officials, Pentagon shake-up impacts Iran strategy

The Pentagon shake-up under Trump may lead to strategic uncertainty, slowing military decisions and complicating Iran policy resolution. The post Trump ousts 15 defense officials, Pentagon shake-up impacts Iran strategy appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Iran’s Foreign Minister heads to Pakistan for US talks: FT
Iran’s Foreign Minister heads to Pakistan for US talks: FT

The diplomatic uncertainty highlights the fragile nature of US-Iran relations, with Pakistan's role as a mediator being crucial. The post Iran’s Foreign Minister heads to Pakistan for US talks: FT appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

US expands naval blockade as Iran uranium enrichment deal odds fall
US expands naval blockade as Iran uranium enrichment deal odds fall

The expanded US naval blockade heightens geopolitical tensions, impacting global trade routes and increasing the risk of military conflict. The post US expands naval blockade as Iran uranium enrichment deal odds fall appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Bitcoin (BTC) Neared $80K as the US and Iran Extended the Ceasefire: Your Weekly Crypto Recap
Bitcoin (BTC) Neared $80K as the US and Iran Extended the Ceasefire: Your Weekly Crypto Recap

An interesting and, ultimately, positive week, saw Bitcoin's price attempt a shot at $80K and renewing positive sentiment across the board.

UAE sets two-year roadmap to integrate AI into 50% of government operations
UAE sets two-year roadmap to integrate AI into 50% of government operations

The UAE has announced an ambitious two-year roadmap to integrate agentic artificial intelligence into 50% of its government operations. According to a report from local news outlets, the UAE aims to shift half of all public sectors, services, and day-to-day…

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Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) Stock Soars to Record Heights Following Intel’s Stellar Earnings

AMD stock climbed over 10% to all-time highs above $340 after Intel's strong Q1 earnings and analyst upgrades targeting $375. AMD reports May 5. The post Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) Stock Soars to Record Heights Following Intel’s Stellar Earnings appeared first on Blockonomi.

US enforces global maritime blockade against Iran, turning back 34 vessels
US enforces global maritime blockade against Iran, turning back 34 vessels

The US blockade on Iran heightens geopolitical tensions, impacting global trade dynamics and increasing the risk of military escalation. The post US enforces global maritime blockade against Iran, turning back 34 vessels appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Iranian speedboat attacks escalate tensions in Strait of Hormuz
Iranian speedboat attacks escalate tensions in Strait of Hormuz

Rising tensions in the Strait of Hormuz could destabilize global trade routes and challenge international diplomatic efforts. The post Iranian speedboat attacks escalate tensions in Strait of Hormuz appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Solana ETFs attract $7.3M inflows, Bitwise’s BSOL leads with $6.2M
Solana ETFs attract $7.3M inflows, Bitwise’s BSOL leads with $6.2M

Institutional interest in Solana ETFs could drive liquidity and price movement, potentially benefiting early traders if inflows persist. The post Solana ETFs attract $7.3M inflows, Bitwise’s BSOL leads with $6.2M appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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Synopsys (SNPS) Stock: GaN Device Modeling Deal Extends Atomera Collaboration

Synopsys (SNPS) expands Atomera collaboration to include GaN device modeling using Sentaurus TCAD tools for RF and power semiconductor applications. The post Synopsys (SNPS) Stock: GaN Device Modeling Deal Extends Atomera Collaboration appeared first on Blockonomi.

US imposes ironclad blockade, Strait of Hormuz disruption likely to persist
US imposes ironclad blockade, Strait of Hormuz disruption likely to persist

The prolonged disruption in the Strait of Hormuz could escalate geopolitical tensions, impacting global oil markets and economic stability. The post US imposes ironclad blockade, Strait of Hormuz disruption likely to persist appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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Tesla (TSLA) Stock Slides 6% on Increased Capital Expenditure Despite Strong Q1 Earnings

Tesla (TSLA) stock dropped 6% this week after raising capital spending to $25B. Cybercab production starts but robotaxi revenue delayed until 2027. The post Tesla (TSLA) Stock Slides 6% on Increased Capital Expenditure Despite Strong Q1 Earnings appeared first on Blockonomi.

CoinDesk 20 performance update: Aptos (APT) gains 3.5%, leading index higher
CoinDesk 20 performance update: Aptos (APT) gains 3.5%, leading index higher

Aave (AAVE), up 3.2% from Thursday, was also a top performer.

US to maintain Hormuz blockade indefinitely, says Secretary Hegseth
US to maintain Hormuz blockade indefinitely, says Secretary Hegseth

The indefinite blockade could strain US-Iran relations, impact global oil markets, and test international diplomatic efforts. The post US to maintain Hormuz blockade indefinitely, says Secretary Hegseth appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Shiba Inu: 31,740,200,000 SHIB Hits Exchanges, but Price Rises Instead
Shiba Inu: 31,740,200,000 SHIB Hits Exchanges, but Price Rises Instead

Shiba Inu is facing renewed selling pressure from token holders, but its price has refused to fall below key support levels. Uncertainty has been the theme for Shiba Inu (SHIB) over several weeks now. Visit Website

Tasnim warns undersea cables in Strait of Hormuz at risk amid tensions
Tasnim warns undersea cables in Strait of Hormuz at risk amid tensions

Heightened tensions could disrupt digital infrastructure, complicating diplomatic resolutions and impacting global communications stability. The post Tasnim warns undersea cables in Strait of Hormuz at risk amid tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

US military seizes Iran-linked oil tanker in smuggling crackdown
US military seizes Iran-linked oil tanker in smuggling crackdown

The seizure may strain US-Iran relations, potentially impacting oil prices and reducing chances of US concessions on Iranian sanctions. The post US military seizes Iran-linked oil tanker in smuggling crackdown appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

There’s No “Gap” Between XRP Price and Real Demand — Ripple SVP Explains the Shift
There’s No “Gap” Between XRP Price and Real Demand — Ripple SVP Explains the Shift

A perceived disconnect between XRP market price and its real-world demand may not actually exist, according to Markus Infanger, Senior Vice President at Ripple. In a recent interview with Japanese media, Infanger countered the idea that XRP’s valuation fails to reflect its growing use in payments and financial infrastructure. Visit Website

Iran exports 10.7M barrels of crude, bypassing US naval blockade
Iran exports 10.7M barrels of crude, bypassing US naval blockade

Iran's export resilience undermines the blockade's impact, reducing the likelihood of a supply-driven crude price spike before April. The post Iran exports 10.7M barrels of crude, bypassing US naval blockade appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Ripple Price Prediction: Why XRP Is Lagging Hard—And What It Must Do to Catch Up
Ripple Price Prediction: Why XRP Is Lagging Hard—And What It Must Do to Catch Up

While Bitcoin is at $77k and climbing, XRP is trading at $1.43, roughly where it has been over the last three months. The altcoin’s inability to participate in one of the market’s most sustained recovery phases raises a legitimate question: is XRP facing a temporary lag, or is something more structural at play in its […]

Bitcoin Price Prediction: Is $80K the Final Barrier Before a Massive Breakout?
Bitcoin Price Prediction: Is $80K the Final Barrier Before a Massive Breakout?

Two months ago, Bitcoin was sitting near $60k with a deeply oversold RSI, capitulation-level on-chain readings, and a market that had largely given up on the idea of a recovery. Today, it is trading at $77.6k, moving toward the upper boundary of the $75k–$80k resistance band with improving momentum across every major timeframe. The shift […]

Iran foreign minister visits Islamabad amid regime-change speculation
Iran foreign minister visits Islamabad amid regime-change speculation

Araghchi's diplomatic visit suggests a strategic shift towards negotiation, potentially stabilizing regional tensions and oil markets. The post Iran foreign minister visits Islamabad amid regime-change speculation appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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XRP Awaits Key Updates, What's Coming Ahead

XRPL core developers remain hard at work in rebuilding fundamentals, with key updates now awaited.

AAVE forms DeFi United to tackle $292M KelpDAO exploit impact
AAVE forms DeFi United to tackle $292M KelpDAO exploit impact

The DeFi United initiative highlights the fragility of decentralized finance, potentially deterring institutional investment and affecting market stability. The post AAVE forms DeFi United to tackle $292M KelpDAO exploit impact appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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Janice McAfee Announces The John McPepe Launch Party Featuring An Elite Line Up Of Musicians, Artists, and Freedom Fighters.. April 29th In Las Vegas

The John McPepe meme coin project has officially announced their launch party in Las Vegas, marking a historic intersection of internet meme culture and the defiant legacy of JOHN MCAFEE. The launch is planned for April 29th with a series of events in Las Vegas, including Afroman, Shooter McGavin, Riff Raff, Bobby Shmurda, and many [...] The post...

XRP Sends Bullish On-Chain Signal Despite Weak Price Action
XRP Sends Bullish On-Chain Signal Despite Weak Price Action

XRP is showing signs of on-chain stabilization despite trading below the average holder cost basis, according to data by Alphractal. The data points to a market still under pressure, but one where network activity, exchange supply and leverage conditions do not resemble a panic-driven breakdown. Alphractal’s asset overview places XRP’s spot price...

Qubic Launches Dogecoin Mining Phase 3: What It Means For DOGE
Qubic Launches Dogecoin Mining Phase 3: What It Means For DOGE

Qubic says it has fully transitioned into its Dogecoin-focused mining architecture, marking the start of “Phase 3” and removing Monero (XMR) from its operational stack. The shift consolidates resources into a dual-track system that simultaneously mines Dogecoin (DOGE) and trains its internal AI framework, Aigarth. Qubic Fully Shifts From Monero To...

Terra Classic Price Outlook: LUNC Price Breakout Holds, What’s Next?
Terra Classic Price Outlook: LUNC Price Breakout Holds, What’s Next?

The post Terra Classic Price Outlook: LUNC Price Breakout Holds, What’s Next? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Terra Classic price is moving higher, with LUNC token clearing resistance and holding above its consolidation range for the first time in months. While previous attempts failed to sustain, the current move is showing early signs...

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Meta Expands AI Infrastructure With AWS Graviton Deal for Agentic AI

TLDR: Meta will deploy tens of millions of AWS Graviton cores for expanding AI infrastructure demands The deal makes Meta one of the world’s largest AWS Graviton customers for compute capacity Agentic AI workloads require stronger CPU power for reasoning, search, and task execution Meta says diversified infrastructure helps match the right compute...

China tightens crypto crackdown with new marketing rules
China tightens crypto crackdown with new marketing rules

China's crypto crackdown may dampen global market confidence, but traders view it as regulatory noise, maintaining stable Bitcoin predictions. The post China tightens crypto crackdown with new marketing rules appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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Tempus AI (TEM) Stock Drops 7% Despite Landmark USC Medical Partnership

Tempus AI (TEM) stock fell 7.33% after announcing a precision medicine partnership with USC Keck Medicine covering 1.5M+ patient visits annually. The post Tempus AI (TEM) Stock Drops 7% Despite Landmark USC Medical Partnership appeared first on Blockonomi.

Bitcoin To $500K By 2029? Veteran Chartist Peter Brandt Lays Out The Exact Explosive Path
Bitcoin To $500K By 2029? Veteran Chartist Peter Brandt Lays Out The Exact Explosive Path

If Bitcoin continues to follow its remarkably consistent cyclical pattern, the next major investable low could form around September–October 2026.

Hyperliquid Price to Hold Key Support as Whale Longs Expand
Hyperliquid Price to Hold Key Support as Whale Longs Expand

Hyperliquid price could record a short pullback of over 10% to seek support from the bottom trendline of…

US refueling aircraft stationed at Israel’s Ben Gurion amid Iran tensions
US refueling aircraft stationed at Israel’s Ben Gurion amid Iran tensions

The deployment signals potential escalation in regional military readiness, impacting diplomatic efforts and market perceptions of stability. The post US refueling aircraft stationed at Israel’s Ben Gurion amid Iran tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

“I Want to Win”: Cardano’s Hoskinson Reveals Ambitious Vision to Make ADA Number 1 On Crypto Rankings
“I Want to Win”: Cardano’s Hoskinson Reveals Ambitious Vision to Make ADA Number 1 On Crypto Rankings

IOG CEO Charles Hoskinson has laid out a bold vision for Cardano, stating his goal of driving ADA all the way to the number one position on global crypto rankings.

Solana Price Recovery Gains Focus as ETF Inflows Resume
Solana Price Recovery Gains Focus as ETF Inflows Resume

Solana price traded in a narrow 24-hour zone, with falls below $85. Solana ETFs recorded $7.33 million in…

Hezbollah calls Israel-Lebanon ceasefire “meaningless” amid ongoing tensions
Hezbollah calls Israel-Lebanon ceasefire “meaningless” amid ongoing tensions

Hezbollah's skepticism highlights the fragile nature of ceasefires, potentially impacting regional stability and future diplomatic efforts. The post Hezbollah calls Israel-Lebanon ceasefire “meaningless” amid ongoing tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

US tightens grip on Iran with new sanctions, naval blockade at Hormuz
US tightens grip on Iran with new sanctions, naval blockade at Hormuz

Increased US pressure on Iran could destabilize the region, impacting global oil markets and heightening geopolitical tensions. The post US tightens grip on Iran with new sanctions, naval blockade at Hormuz appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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Fold Holdings (FLD) Stock Dips 3.95% Before Bouncing Back on Bitcoin Employee Bonus Program Launch

Fold Holdings (FLD) stock fell 3.95% before rebounding after launching a Bitcoin employee bonus platform that lets companies offer BTC rewards seamlessly. The post Fold Holdings (FLD) Stock Dips 3.95% Before Bouncing Back on Bitcoin Employee Bonus Program Launch appeared first on Blockonomi.

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IREN Stock Jumps 7.5% Amid Bullish AI Infrastructure Outlook

IREN stock surged 7.5% Thursday as analysts highlight AI data center growth, Microsoft deal, and projected $2.92B revenue despite dilution and debt concerns. The post IREN Stock Jumps 7.5% Amid Bullish AI Infrastructure Outlook appeared first on Blockonomi.

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Marvell (MRVL) Stock Jumps 5% on Polariton Deal, Google Rumors, and Wall Street Upgrades

Marvell (MRVL) jumped 5.24% on Polariton acquisition news, Google AI chip partnership rumors, and analyst price targets hitting $170. YTD returns at 85%. The post Marvell (MRVL) Stock Jumps 5% on Polariton Deal, Google Rumors, and Wall Street Upgrades appeared first on Blockonomi.

Gulf countries seek US dollar liquidity amid Iran conflict disrupting oil flows
Gulf countries seek US dollar liquidity amid Iran conflict disrupting oil flows

Gulf states' dollar liquidity needs highlight financial vulnerabilities and potential shifts in global currency reliance amid oil trade disruptions. The post Gulf countries seek US dollar liquidity amid Iran conflict disrupting oil flows appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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Expedia (EXPE) Stock Plunges 5.4% on Sudden CFO Transition Ahead of Earnings

Expedia (EXPE) stock plunged 5.4% after announcing Derek Andersen as new CFO, effective May 11—just days before Q1 earnings. Details on the transition. The post Expedia (EXPE) Stock Plunges 5.4% on Sudden CFO Transition Ahead of Earnings appeared first on Blockonomi.

Shiba Inu: BONE Holder Count Surpasses 93K as Weekly Growth Surges 87%
Shiba Inu: BONE Holder Count Surpasses 93K as Weekly Growth Surges 87%

BONE, the official gas token of Shiba Inu Layer-2 blockchain Shibarium, is entering a strong growth phase as its holder base reaches a new milestone. Taking to X, the Shibarium team has highlighted a sharp increase in BONE holder addresses following a surge in weekly network activity. Visit Website

Trump administration targets Chinese firms exploiting US AI models
Trump administration targets Chinese firms exploiting US AI models

The crackdown on Chinese firms may strain US-China tech relations, impacting diplomatic engagements and future tech policy negotiations. The post Trump administration targets Chinese firms exploiting US AI models appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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Why Sui Is Becoming the Infrastructure Backbone of Global Commerce in 2026

TLDR: Sui Dollar eliminates transaction fees entirely, making money transfers as free as sending a text message today. Sui’s Hashi framework unlocks Bitcoin as collateral without wrapping, targeting up to $150 billion in dormant liquidity. AI agents now have a programmable, yield bearing settlement layer in Sui Dollar built natively for autonomous...

Can Solana price break $90 resistance as it forms a bullish channel?
Can Solana price break $90 resistance as it forms a bullish channel?

Solana is trading within an ascending channel, with $90 capping its upside over the past week and acting as a key breakout level. According to data from crypto.news, Solana (SOL) dropped from its Wednesday high of $89 to $85 on…

Intel stock surges 25% pre-market on strong Q1 earnings, Foundry growth
Intel stock surges 25% pre-market on strong Q1 earnings, Foundry growth

Intel's earnings boost positions it as a stronger competitor, potentially narrowing the market cap gap with NVIDIA if growth persists. The post Intel stock surges 25% pre-market on strong Q1 earnings, Foundry growth appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

SHIB Reserve on Binance Surge to 61.8T & Sparks Sell-Off Concerns
SHIB Reserve on Binance Surge to 61.8T & Sparks Sell-Off Concerns

Shiba Inu reserves on Binance hit 61.8 trillion. 10,000+ new holders signal growing retail demand. ETF inclusion and…