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Pudgy Penguins rally coincides with token unlock as analyst flags exit liquidity risk
Pudgy Penguins rally coincides with token unlock as analyst flags exit liquidity risk

DNTV Research's Bradley Park says bullish ecosystem news gave large holders the liquidity they needed to sell into a recent PENGU unlock.

Why Bitcoin Can’t Break $80K: CryptoQuant Founder Flags Weak Spot Demand vs. Futures
Why Bitcoin Can’t Break $80K: CryptoQuant Founder Flags Weak Spot Demand vs. Futures

Bitcoin’s recent surge close to the important $80k resistance level is fueled by the futures market, the founder of CryptoQuant.

Strategy Buys 3,273 Bitcoin for $255M, Total Holdings Hit 818,334 BTC
Strategy Buys 3,273 Bitcoin for $255M, Total Holdings Hit 818,334 BTC

Strategy, the Virginia-based business intelligence firm led by executive chairman Michael Saylor, acquired 3,273 bitcoin for approximately $255 million on April 27, 2026, bringing the company’s total reserves to 818,334 BTC. Key Takeaways: Strategy acquired 3,273 BTC for $255 million on April 27, pushing total holdings to 818,334 BTC. The firm’s...

Strategy buys 3,273 Bitcoin for $255M, reinforcing institutional demand
Strategy buys 3,273 Bitcoin for $255M, reinforcing institutional demand

Institutional Bitcoin purchases bolster market confidence, potentially stabilizing prices and influencing future regulatory and investment trends. The post Strategy buys 3,273 Bitcoin for $255M, reinforcing institutional demand appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Strategy Eases Bitcoin Accumulation With 3,273 BTC Buy
Strategy Eases Bitcoin Accumulation With 3,273 BTC Buy

Michael Saylor who recently hit 5 million followers on X hinted about this purchase yesterday on X.

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Verizon (VZ) Stock Surges 4% on Strong Q1 Results and First Subscriber Growth Since 2013

Verizon (VZ) stock surges 4% after Q1 earnings beat expectations and the carrier reports its first positive Q1 subscriber additions since 2013. The post Verizon (VZ) Stock Surges 4% on Strong Q1 Results and First Subscriber Growth Since 2013 appeared first on Blockonomi.

Bitcoin funds take in $933 million as crypto ETFs hit highest AUM since February
Bitcoin funds take in $933 million as crypto ETFs hit highest AUM since February

Total assets under management across crypto funds rose to $155 billion, the highest level since February 1, though still well below the $263 billion peak from October 2025.

Seven ships transit Strait of Hormuz amid continued low activity
Seven ships transit Strait of Hormuz amid continued low activity

Continued low ship activity in the Strait of Hormuz raises market skepticism, impacting trade forecasts and necessitating geopolitical shifts. The post Seven ships transit Strait of Hormuz amid continued low activity appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Strategy drops $255M on Bitcoin, BTC Yield reaches 9.6%
Strategy drops $255M on Bitcoin, BTC Yield reaches 9.6%

The firm's significant investment in Bitcoin underscores a growing trend of institutional adoption, potentially influencing market dynamics and volatility. The post Strategy drops $255M on Bitcoin, BTC Yield reaches 9.6% appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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$1.56 Million Whale Re-Activates With SHIB and PEPE, XRP Stages $25 Million Comeback to Snap ETF Losing Streak, Binance Drafts 7 New AI, Gold and DeFi Pairs - Morning Crypto Report

$1.56 million Ethereum whale bets on SHIB and PEPE, XRP sees $25 million comeback, and Binance adds 7 AI, gold, and DeFi pairs. Plus, key BTC price levels ahead of the FOMC meeting.

Powell’s final Fed press conference boosts Warsh confirmation prospects
Powell’s final Fed press conference boosts Warsh confirmation prospects

Warsh's rising confirmation odds suggest potential shifts in Fed policy direction, impacting market expectations and economic strategies. The post Powell’s final Fed press conference boosts Warsh confirmation prospects appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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What is a Bitcoin Block Reward?

At its core, the Bitcoin network operates on a system where transactions are grouped into blocks and added to a secure, chronological chain. Each block contains encrypted data that must be verified before being permanently recorded. This verification is carried out by miners, who use significant computational power to solve complex mathematical...

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ARK Invest Reshuffles Portfolio: $71.5M Amazon (AMZN) Buy, $65.8M AMD Exit

ARK Invest buys 280K Amazon (AMZN) shares for $71.5M while selling AMD stock worth $65.8M. Both tech giants report earnings soon. The post ARK Invest Reshuffles Portfolio: $71.5M Amazon (AMZN) Buy, $65.8M AMD Exit appeared first on Blockonomi.

Samourai Letter #6: Two Years In
Samourai Letter #6: Two Years In

Bitcoin Magazine Samourai Letter #6: Two Years In Syndicated from The Rage: On the two year anniversary of his prosecution, Samourai Wallet developer Keonne Rodriguez reflects on the War on Crypto. This post Samourai Letter #6: Two Years In first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Keonne Rodriguez.

Bitcoin flash crashes below $78,000 at Europe market open with nearly $295 million in crypto liquidations
Bitcoin flash crashes below $78,000 at Europe market open with nearly $295 million in crypto liquidations

Bitcoin traded below $78,000 on Monday as EU markets opened for the week. BTC price hit $77,819, down 0.28% over 24 hours, with a market capitalization near $1.56 trillion and 24-hour volume of around $32.1 billion. Total crypto liquidations stood near $295 million over the previous 24 hours on CoinGlass. Bitcoin had been pressing the […] The post...

Hezbollah adopts Ukraine-style drone tactics, complicating Israel ceasefire talks
Hezbollah adopts Ukraine-style drone tactics, complicating Israel ceasefire talks

Hezbollah's enhanced drone capabilities could destabilize regional security, undermining diplomatic efforts and increasing conflict risks. The post Hezbollah adopts Ukraine-style drone tactics, complicating Israel ceasefire talks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Iran bans Israeli-affiliated ships in Strait of Hormuz control plan
Iran bans Israeli-affiliated ships in Strait of Hormuz control plan

Iran's move may escalate regional tensions, complicate ceasefire talks, and impact global oil markets, requiring diplomatic intervention. The post Iran bans Israeli-affiliated ships in Strait of Hormuz control plan appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Iran asserts control over Strait of Hormuz, oil prices rise
Iran asserts control over Strait of Hormuz, oil prices rise

Iran's control over the Strait of Hormuz highlights geopolitical risks, potentially impacting global energy markets and economic stability. The post Iran asserts control over Strait of Hormuz, oil prices rise appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

EU Adopts 20th Russia Sanctions Package With Broad New Crypto Restrictions
EU Adopts 20th Russia Sanctions Package With Broad New Crypto Restrictions

The EU’s 20th sanctions package includes transaction bans on 20 Russian banks and four financial institutions in third countries linked to sanctions circumvention. For the first time, the bloc has imposed a sector-wide ban on Russian crypto service providers and platforms, while also prohibiting transactions involving RUBx and support for the...

Strait of Hormuz reopens under restrictions amid US-Iran tensions
Strait of Hormuz reopens under restrictions amid US-Iran tensions

The reopening under restrictions highlights ongoing geopolitical risks, potentially impacting global oil prices and market stability. The post Strait of Hormuz reopens under restrictions amid US-Iran tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

California Man Launders $3,500,000 in Stolen Crypto While Living ‘Fantastically Extravagant’ Lifestyle: DOJ
California Man Launders $3,500,000 in Stolen Crypto While Living ‘Fantastically Extravagant’ Lifestyle: DOJ

The U.S. Department of Justice says a 22-year-old California man has been sentenced for his role in $263 million crypto crime enterprise. The DOJ says Evan Tangeman of Newport Beach pleaded guilty to laundering at least $3.5 million of stolen digital assets. Tangeman, known online as “E,” “Tate,” and “Evan|Exchanger,” converted stolen...

Iran FM leaves Islamabad without US meeting, marking diplomatic setback
Iran FM leaves Islamabad without US meeting, marking diplomatic setback

The absence of US-Iran talks highlights entrenched diplomatic tensions, impacting market speculation and potential geopolitical stability. The post Iran FM leaves Islamabad without US meeting, marking diplomatic setback appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Dollar steady amid potential US-Iran talks, central bank decisions
Dollar steady amid potential US-Iran talks, central bank decisions

Potential US-Iran talks could stabilize oil prices, easing inflation and impacting central bank policies globally. The post Dollar steady amid potential US-Iran talks, central bank decisions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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Sandisk (SNDK) Stock Rockets 6% on Explosive AI-Driven Earnings – Should You Invest?

Sandisk (SNDK) stock surges 6% near $990 as AI demand drives 61% revenue growth and massive earnings beat. Analysts raise targets to $1,000. Is it a buy? The post Sandisk (SNDK) Stock Rockets 6% on Explosive AI-Driven Earnings – Should You Invest? appeared first on Blockonomi.

Labour insiders resist inquiry into Starmer’s Mandelson appointment amid vetting issues
Labour insiders resist inquiry into Starmer’s Mandelson appointment amid vetting issues

Internal Labour tensions over Mandelson's appointment may destabilize Starmer's leadership, affecting political markets and party unity. The post Labour insiders resist inquiry into Starmer’s Mandelson appointment amid vetting issues appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Goldman lifts oil forecast to $90 Brent, $83 WTI amid Middle East tensions
Goldman lifts oil forecast to $90 Brent, $83 WTI amid Middle East tensions

Rising oil prices due to Middle East tensions could strain global economies, impacting inflation and energy policies worldwide. The post Goldman lifts oil forecast to $90 Brent, $83 WTI amid Middle East tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Israeli military strikes Hezbollah sites in Lebanon amid ceasefire doubts
Israeli military strikes Hezbollah sites in Lebanon amid ceasefire doubts

The ongoing military actions undermine ceasefire prospects, potentially leading to market volatility and geopolitical instability. The post Israeli military strikes Hezbollah sites in Lebanon amid ceasefire doubts appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Ripple Exec Shares Key Insight Into XRP’s Highly Promising “Institutional Era”
Ripple Exec Shares Key Insight Into XRP’s Highly Promising “Institutional Era”

Ripple’s senior exec has described the rapid rise of U.S. spot XRP ETFs as the clearest evidence yet that XRP has entered a new institutional era.

4M barrels of Iranian oil pass US blockade, six tankers turned back
4M barrels of Iranian oil pass US blockade, six tankers turned back

The partial success of Iranian oil passage suggests potential shifts in geopolitical dynamics and market perceptions of enforcement strength. The post 4M barrels of Iranian oil pass US blockade, six tankers turned back appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Oil prices climb amid stalled US-Iran peace talks, traders reassess exposure
Oil prices climb amid stalled US-Iran peace talks, traders reassess exposure

Rising oil prices amid stalled talks highlight market vulnerability to geopolitical tensions, impacting global economic stability. The post Oil prices climb amid stalled US-Iran peace talks, traders reassess exposure appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Bitcoin All-Time High Could Arrive by Late 2026 Amid Strong Bullish Signals
Bitcoin All-Time High Could Arrive by Late 2026 Amid Strong Bullish Signals

The post Bitcoin All-Time High Could Arrive by Late 2026 Amid Strong Bullish Signals appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Well-known crypto analyst Michael van de Poppe believes Bitcoin could be preparing for new all-time highs later in 2026. After recently hitting a 12-week high, Bitcoin saw a small pullback but is now trying to reclaim the...

Little Pepe nears presale finish as funding surpasses $28m
Little Pepe nears presale finish as funding surpasses $28m

LILPEPE nears presale completion after raising over $28 million as investor interest continues to grow. The LILPEPE coin is close to wrapping up its presale with a total amount of funds collected surpassing the mark of $28 million. Although the…

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X-Energy (XE) Stock Jumps 27% in Nasdaq Debut Fueled by Amazon Partnership

X-Energy (XE) stock jumped 27% on its Nasdaq debut after a $1B IPO backed by Amazon and Citadel's Ken Griffin, with shares rising further on Monday. The post X-Energy (XE) Stock Jumps 27% in Nasdaq Debut Fueled by Amazon Partnership appeared first on Blockonomi.

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Micron (MU) and Seagate (STX) Stocks Rally as AI Infrastructure Fuels Memory Chip Shortage

Micron (MU) stock surges 70% YTD as AI demand depletes 2026 HBM inventory. Seagate (STX) nearline drives also sold out amid data center expansion. The post Micron (MU) and Seagate (STX) Stocks Rally as AI Infrastructure Fuels Memory Chip Shortage appeared first on Blockonomi.

Bitcoin hits 12-week high at $79,488 amid Iran nuclear proposal talks
Bitcoin hits 12-week high at $79,488 amid Iran nuclear proposal talks

Bitcoin's rise amid Iran talks suggests geopolitical stability boosts confidence in risk assets, potentially reducing market volatility. The post Bitcoin hits 12-week high at $79,488 amid Iran nuclear proposal talks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Apple iPhone sales surge 13% in March, low-end demand hits margins
Apple iPhone sales surge 13% in March, low-end demand hits margins

Apple's increased iPhone sales highlight a need for profitability focus to challenge NVIDIA's market cap dominance amid AI valuation strength. The post Apple iPhone sales surge 13% in March, low-end demand hits margins appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Iran offers to delay nuclear deal for Strait of Hormuz reopening
Iran offers to delay nuclear deal for Strait of Hormuz reopening

Iran's strategic delay in nuclear negotiations heightens geopolitical tensions, complicating US diplomacy and impacting global markets. The post Iran offers to delay nuclear deal for Strait of Hormuz reopening appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

EU bans Russia-based crypto providers in latest sanctions package
EU bans Russia-based crypto providers in latest sanctions package

The EU's crypto ban on Russia tightens financial isolation, reducing diplomatic flexibility and signaling prolonged geopolitical tensions. The post EU bans Russia-based crypto providers in latest sanctions package appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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Intellia (NTLA) Shares Drop Despite Breakthrough Phase 3 Gene Editing Success

Intellia (NTLA) stock dropped 3% despite positive Phase 3 results showing 87% attack reduction. FDA submission underway with 2027 launch target. The post Intellia (NTLA) Shares Drop Despite Breakthrough Phase 3 Gene Editing Success appeared first on Blockonomi.

Bitcoin retreats from $79,500 as oil surge triggers crypto selloff
Bitcoin retreats from $79,500 as oil surge triggers crypto selloff

Geopolitical tensions and oil price surges highlight crypto's vulnerability to external economic pressures, affecting short-term market stability. The post Bitcoin retreats from $79,500 as oil surge triggers crypto selloff appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Kbank teams with Ripple on overseas blockchain remittance trial
Kbank teams with Ripple on overseas blockchain remittance trial

Kbank partnered with Ripple to test blockchain-based overseas remittances as South Korean companies prepare for new stablecoin and digital asset rules.

Iran proposes reopening Strait of Hormuz, Trump open to phone negotiations
Iran proposes reopening Strait of Hormuz, Trump open to phone negotiations

Potential diplomatic progress could stabilize regional tensions, but skepticism remains high due to past negotiation failures. The post Iran proposes reopening Strait of Hormuz, Trump open to phone negotiations appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

US sanctions Chinese refinery, targets Iranian oil shipping amid tensions
US sanctions Chinese refinery, targets Iranian oil shipping amid tensions

The sanctions could disrupt global oil supply chains and heighten geopolitical tensions, impacting market stability and diplomatic relations. The post US sanctions Chinese refinery, targets Iranian oil shipping amid tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Lebanese president calls for ceasefire as prerequisite for Israel talks
Lebanese president calls for ceasefire as prerequisite for Israel talks

A ceasefire could redefine regional power dynamics, potentially reducing Hezbollah's influence and altering Lebanon-Israel relations. The post Lebanese president calls for ceasefire as prerequisite for Israel talks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Babylon Backs Aave With $3 Million DeFi Commitment
Babylon Backs Aave With $3 Million DeFi Commitment

Babylon Foundation is committing $3 million to Aave in a bid to support DeFi markets following recent instability. The move signals growing alignment between bitcoin-focused projects and broader decentralized finance ecosystems. Key Takeaways: Babylon Foundation deploys $3 million USDT to Aave V3 ($2 million) and V4 ($1 million) after rsETH shock....

US-Iran nuclear deal draft enters negotiations amid trader skepticism
US-Iran nuclear deal draft enters negotiations amid trader skepticism

Trader skepticism highlights the challenges of achieving timely diplomatic resolutions, impacting market confidence and geopolitical stability. The post US-Iran nuclear deal draft enters negotiations amid trader skepticism appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

South Korea's KBank and Ripple are teaming up to fix international money transfers
South Korea's KBank and Ripple are teaming up to fix international money transfers

KBank is using Palisade, Ripple's software-as-a-service wallet that was acquired earlier this year as part of Ripple's $4 billion in crypto-related investments.

Binance Listing May Boost Pi Network’s (PI) Price – But Don’t Expect a Game-Changer
Binance Listing May Boost Pi Network’s (PI) Price – But Don’t Expect a Game-Changer

Check out what might happen with PI if Binance says "yes" to the token.

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Qualcomm (QCOM) Shares Soar 11% as OpenAI Smartphone Chip Partnership Emerges

Qualcomm (QCOM) stock surged 11% premarket after Ming-Chi Kuo reported OpenAI is partnering with QCOM and MediaTek on AI smartphone processors for 2028 launch. The post Qualcomm (QCOM) Shares Soar 11% as OpenAI Smartphone Chip Partnership Emerges appeared first on Blockonomi.

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POET Technologies (POET) Stock Soars Over 100% Following Marvell Partnership Announcement

POET Technologies (POET) stock jumped 108% after confirming Marvell supply deal for 800G optical engines, reaching an 11-year high before pullback. The post POET Technologies (POET) Stock Soars Over 100% Following Marvell Partnership Announcement appeared first on Blockonomi.