Crypto ATMs Face Ban In Massachusetts City Amid Scam Concerns
Haverhill, Massachusetts, is moving toward a citywide ban that would force all crypto ATMs and kiosks out within 60 days, with operators facing $300 daily fines if they do not comply. Related Reading: Square Introduces Bitcoin POS Payments In Major US Expansion The proposal also gives the city a hard line on a problem officials […]
Drift Protocol Loses $280M as Attacker Uses Durable Nonce Accounts to Seize Admin Control
TLDR: The attacker used durable nonce accounts to pre-sign transactions weeks before executing the $280M drain on Drift Protocol. No smart contract bug was involved — the breach relied on social engineering to obtain 2/5 multisig approvals in advance. Even after a Security Council migration on March 27, the attacker regained access to required signers [...] The post Drift Protocol Loses $280M as Attacker Uses Durable Nonce Accounts to Seize Admin Control appeared first on Blockonomi.
Metaplanet hits 40,177 Bitcoin, overtaking MARA to become third-largest corporate holder
MetaPlanet's aggressive Bitcoin strategy highlights the growing trend of corporate cryptocurrency investments, potentially reshaping financial landscapes. The post Metaplanet hits 40,177 Bitcoin, overtaking MARA to become third-largest corporate holder appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Drift Protocol on Solana loses $280m
On April 1, the DeFi platform Drift Protocol on Solana was hacked. The attacker drained at least $280m. We are observing unusual activity on the protocol. We are currently investigating. Please do not deposit funds into the protocol while we investigate. This is not an April Fools joke. Proceed with caution until further notice. We’ll provide additional updates from this account.— Drift (@DriftProtocol) April 1, 2026 “We are observing unusual activity and are currently investigating. Please do not deposit any funds into the platform. This is not an April Fools joke. Proceed with caution until further notice,” the team wrote. Timeline According to the developers, the hacker prepared the operation for several days. As early as March 23, they created four wallets with a delayed-transaction mechanism (durable nonces). Two were associated with members of Drift’s Security Council, and two were under the attacker’s control. Earlier today, a malicious actor gained unauthorized access to Drift Protocol through a novel attack involving durable nonces, resulting in a rapid takeover of Drift’s Security Council administrative powers.This was a highly sophisticated operation that appears to have involved…— Drift (@DriftProtocol) April 2, 2026 At least two of five signers approved transfers from these wallets. The developers suggested the attacker used sophisticated social-engineering techniques. A few days later, the project conducted a scheduled rotation of the Council. In response, on March 30 the hacker created a new wallet for the updated multisig. The attack took place on April 1. First, the Drift team carried out a legitimate test withdrawal from the insurance fund. About a minute later, the attacker activated two pre-signed transactions. One created and approved a malicious transfer of powers; the second executed it. Aftermath The attack affected all deposit types—lending, trading and vaults. DSOL tokens outside the Drift ecosystem and the Insurance Fund’s assets were untouched. For safety, the protocol froze remaining functions, updated the multisig and removed the compromised wallet. The project is currently working with cybersecurity specialists, cross-chain bridges, exchanges and law enforcement to trace and block the stolen funds. Among the stolen assets were wrapped versions of bitcoin, Jito tokens, the memecoin Fartcoin, other altcoins, as well as stablecoins pegged to the US dollar, euro and Japanese yen. After the theft the hacker distributed the funds across several wallets. Assets stolen in dollars:$5.3M USDS$60.4M USDC$5.65M USDT$430K JUP$540K USDY$590K ZBTC$680K EURC$1M BSOL$2.5M INF$2M MSOL$3.3M SYRUPUSDC$4.1M FARTCOIN$4.4M WBTC$3.6M JITOSOL$4.7M WETH$4.5M DSOL$11.3M CBBTC$155.6M JPL— Vladimir S. | Officer's Notes (@officer_secret) April 1, 2026 Following the incident, the protocol’s native coin DRIFT fell by almost 37%—from $0.07 to $0.04. Market capitalisation almost halved—from $41m to $25m. Source: CoinGecko. TVL for Drift remains around $245m. Source: DefiLlama. Users doubt the project’s prospects for recovery after the hack. The statistics hint at the same: major attacks are considered a “death sentence” for 80% of protocols. The Drift incident will rank among the industry’s largest. I think Drift just… dies here?ByBit was able to get a billion dollar loan immediately after their hack because their yearly revenue numbers justified itDrift doesn't make nearly enough money for a company/bank to comfortably underwrite a loan to fill the hole here.rip :/ pic.twitter.com/RsKoGYRZlU— Eddie (@DancingEddie_) April 1, 2026 “I think Drift just… dies here? Bybit was able to get a billion-dollar loan immediately after the hack because their yearly revenue justified such sums. Drift doesn’t make enough for any company or bank to comfortably issue a loan to plug a hole like this,” wrote a community member under the nickname Eddie. Backlash against Circle Participants in the crypto industry criticised the company behind USDC, Circle, for a slow response to the Drift hack. Delphi Digital co-founder Tommy Shaughnessy said the issuer did not promptly freeze funds linked to the attack. Circle not freezing the USDC is hilarious because we know it’s centralized but they’re like nah, we’ll let the money freely flow to North KoreaI like USDC since it’s a programmable stablecoin for all of DeFi and enables innovationBut we can freeze the money flowing to NK— Tommy (@Shaughnessy119) April 2, 2026 “Circle not freezing USDC looks absurd. Everyone knows the stablecoin is centralised, but the company seems not to impede the free flow of funds—even to North Korea,” he wrote. On-chain sleuth ZachXBT voiced a similar view. He stressed that the hacker moved hundreds of millions of dollars from Solana to Ethereum during US business hours and Circle did nothing to stop it. Circle was asleep while many millions of USDC was swapped via CCTP from Solana to Ethereum for hours from the 9 figure Drift hack during US hours. Value was moved and nothing was done yet again.Comes days after you froze 16+ business hot wallets incompetently which is still… pic.twitter.com/T0Xwg1HIfO— ZachXBT (@zachxbt) April 2, 2026 At the time of writing, the company had still taken no action. In late March, ZachXBT accused Circle of mistakenly freezing 16 wallets.
Can Chainlink price rally to $10 as whales accumulate?
Chainlink price fell 6% to $8.55 on Thursday as crypto investors remained concerned over a potential escalation in the U.S.–Iran war. According to data from crypto.news, Chainlink (LINK) price fell 6% to $8.50 on Thursday as the crypto market fell,…
Col. macgregor on costly Iran invasion decreases ceasefire odds
The declining ceasefire odds highlight the complexities of diplomatic resolution and the potential for prolonged conflict escalation. The post Col. macgregor on costly Iran invasion decreases ceasefire odds appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Trump warns of major US strikes on Iran within weeks
Increased tensions may hinder diplomatic efforts, impacting global markets and geopolitical stability, with traders anticipating military actions. The post Trump warns of major US strikes on Iran within weeks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Coinbase Exec Optimistic About Clarity Act
A high-stakes legislative standoff over the future of U.S. cryptocurrency regulation may finally be coming to an end.
Chainlink March 2026 Recap: Amundi, Coinbase, and CCIP Drive Institutional Blockchain Adoption
TLDR: Amundi and Spiko launched SAFO, a Chainlink-powered tokenized money market fund on Ethereum and Stellar. Coinbase adopted Chainlink DataLink to publish institutional-grade exchange data onchain for the first time. Chainlink CCIP is now bridging over $5 billion in cbBTC from Base to Monad’s high-throughput DeFi markets. ADI Foundation integrated CCIP to support DDSC, a [...] The post Chainlink March 2026 Recap: Amundi, Coinbase, and CCIP Drive Institutional Blockchain Adoption appeared first on Blockonomi.
Chainlink Is Being Quietly Targeted By Large Players. Find Out What The On-Chain Data Is Showing
Chainlink has been struggling. The altcoin market is brutal. And quietly, the largest players in the market appear to have started paying attention to LINK in a way they are not paying attention to everything else. Related Reading: Bitmine Just Locked $340M More In Ethereum – Supply Keeps Shrinking Analyst Darkfost has identified a pattern […]
Anthropic Accidentally Deletes Thousands of GitHub Repositories Amid Claude Code Leak
The AI startup Anthropic inadvertently deleted thousands of repositories on GitHub in an attempt to remove leaked source code of Claude Code from the internet, reports TechCrunch. The company confirmed the leak of part of its developer tool's code on March 31. “No confidential client data was exposed. The error occurred during the release packaging. It was caused by human error, not a hack. We are implementing measures to prevent this from happening again,” a company representative stated. The incident could weaken Anthropic's position, as competitors and third-party developers gained full access to the architecture of the popular product. The startup issued a request to GitHub to remove repositories under the US copyright law. Approximately 8,100 archives, including forks of the official Claude Code repository, were affected, causing discontent among impacted users. The head of the Claude Code division, Boris Cherny, acknowledged the mistake. Consequently, the company withdrew most of the takedown requests. “The repositories mentioned in the notice were part of a fork network related to our public Claude Code database. The removal affected more projects than intended. We have withdrawn notices for all but one repository, and GitHub has restored access to the affected forks,” an Anthropic representative reported. Project Based on Claude Code In light of the incident, enthusiasts launched an open project called OpenClaude, based on the leaked Anthropic code. The fork includes support for Anthropic's API and models compatible with the OpenAI interface. Users can integrate solutions from Google (via OpenRouter), Mistral, OpenAI, or free local models, including through Ollama. OpenClaude retains the original tools: web search, file reading and editing, screenshot analysis, session memory, and more. Additionally, a router has been added for automatically selecting a neural network based on task complexity. The deep reasoning mode presented in Claude Code does not function in OpenClaude. In March, Anthropic transformed Claude into an AI agent — the bot gained the ability to use a computer to perform tasks.
Galaxy Digital Testnet Breach: Why Client Assets Remained Completely Safe
Galaxy Digital's testnet breach affected only an isolated R&D workspace. Client funds remained secure with under $10,000 in test assets lost. The post Galaxy Digital Testnet Breach: Why Client Assets Remained Completely Safe appeared first on Blockonomi.
Solana (SOL) Tests Critical Support Zones as Transaction Volume Surges to Historic Levels
Solana (SOL) trades below $80 despite record 10.1B transactions in Q1 2026. Analysis of key support levels and Galaxy Digital's tokenized shares integration. The post Solana (SOL) Tests Critical Support Zones as Transaction Volume Surges to Historic Levels appeared first on Blockonomi.
Trump’s Iran Address Triggers Sharp Decline in Crypto Markets and Stock Futures
Bitcoin dropped 2.2% to $66,609 and stock futures fell over 1% after Trump's Iran address, while Brent crude surged above $106 amid ongoing tensions. The post Trump’s Iran Address Triggers Sharp Decline in Crypto Markets and Stock Futures appeared first on Blockonomi.
XRP (XRP) Could Face 30% Decline Before 2026 Recovery, Analyst Warns
XRP trades at $1.35 amid declining ETF inflows and futures activity. Analyst predicts potential 30% drop before 2026 recovery as Ripple expands treasury platform. The post XRP (XRP) Could Face 30% Decline Before 2026 Recovery, Analyst Warns appeared first on Blockonomi.
Alabama grants legal status to DAOs under DUNA Act
Alabama has become the second state in the United States to grant legal status to decentralized autonomous organizations under the Decentralized Unincorporated Nonprofit Association Act. The DUNA Act, introduced in February by Republican Senator Lance Bell, provides legal recognition and…
Iran demands reparations, complicating ceasefire prospects
Iran's reparations demand and Hezbollah's actions deepen diplomatic deadlock, reducing ceasefire prospects and impacting market confidence. The post Iran demands reparations, complicating ceasefire prospects appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Wall Street Giants JPMorgan and Goldman Sachs Eye Entry Into Prediction Markets
JPMorgan and Goldman Sachs are evaluating prediction market entry as platforms like Polymarket and Kalshi reach multibillion-dollar valuations. The post Wall Street Giants JPMorgan and Goldman Sachs Eye Entry Into Prediction Markets appeared first on Blockonomi.
Energy infrastructures targeted in Iran war strikes heighten conflict
The attacks on energy infrastructures exacerbate regional instability, reducing ceasefire prospects and increasing economic disruption risks. The post Energy infrastructures targeted in Iran war strikes heighten conflict appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
BitGo Expands Tempo Integration with Full Institutional Wallet Infrastructure
TLDR: BitGo now supports hot, cold, and qualified custody wallets on Tempo’s EVM-compatible Layer 1 blockchain. Tempo processes over 100,000 TPS with sub-second finality, meeting institutional payment rail performance demands. SendMany support enables bulk withdrawals via API and UI, serving remittance and embedded finance platforms at scale. BitGo’s policy engine pairs with Tempo’s MPP to [...] The post BitGo Expands Tempo Integration with Full Institutional Wallet Infrastructure appeared first on Blockonomi.
Former FTX engineer Nishad Singh agrees to $3.7M penalty in CFTC settlement
Former FTX head of engineering Nishad Singh has agreed to pay a $3.7 million fine to resolve his case with the US commodities regulator. Singh will pay a disgorgement of $3.7 million as part of a supplemental consent order for…
Bitcoin trader sees 'new lows' as US dollar due highest level since mid-2025
Bitcoin fell on fresh US-Iran cues, while analysis warned that a resurgent US dollar could spark "new lows" across crypto and risk assets.
April 2026 Crypto Horizon: Visual Guide to Top Web3 Events and Market Shifts
April 2026 Crypto Horizon: to Top and Market Shifts April 2026 promises to be a busy month for the crypto world. Big economic news, new rules, token unlocks, and top conferences will shape the market. This breaks down the key […] The post April 2026 Crypto Horizon: Visual Guide to Top Web3 Events and Market Shifts appeared first on Blockmanity.
Bitcoin Stagnation: Glassnode Highlights Lack of Catalyst
Bitcoin remains within the $60,000 to $70,000 range as spot demand shows early absorption and derivative positions are being reassessed, according to the weekly report from Glassnode. "Volatility is decreasing and positions are balancing, but without a clear catalyst, the market lacks the confidence needed for a sustainable breakthrough," analysts stated. One of the most persistent factors restraining growth is the significant volume of supply acquired at prices above $80,000, which is currently held at an unrealized loss. This group of investors, having endured more than six months of a bear market, faces two options: selling on any recovery to minimize losses or psychological capitulation as the downturn continues. A large cluster of wallets has now formed, having purchased bitcoin at prices ranging from $80,000 to $126,000. Clusters of BTC purchase price wallets. Source: Glassnode. "To address this issue, it will likely require either a significant price drop to attract new buyers or a prolonged period during which these coins transfer to more committed holders," experts noted. The indicator of the total number of coins in loss shows structural similarity to the conditions of the second quarter of 2022. The smoothed 30-day metric has exceeded the level of 8.4 million BTC. Total BTC in loss. Source: Glassnode. Simultaneously, realized losses of long-term holders are increasing, with the daily value rising to $200 million. Realized loss of long-term holders. Source: Glassnode. "The spot markets show early signs of stabilization: the 30-day moving average of the spot volume delta on Coinbase has slightly increased to the positive side in recent data," Glassnode emphasized. Nevertheless, the strength of the bears is reinforced by the increased interest in short positions in the derivatives market. The company believes that further buyer pressure will be needed for a more sustainable recovery. Back in late 2024, the gap between the spot and realized price of the leading cryptocurrency narrowed from 120% to the current 21%.
Ripple’s Latest XRP Bag Smashes Last Year’s Average: 5 Billion XRP Now In Spendable Wallets
A researcher has disclosed Ripple’s most recent XRP holdings before the latest escrow unlock.
Kick Co-Owner Trainwreckstv Burns Through $10M After Streaming Return: ‘Worst I’ve Ever Run’
Tyler Faraz “Trainwreckstv” Niknam, co-owner of iGaming-friendly streaming platform Kick, has experienced a record losing streak during his latest high-stakes gambling streams, revealing he has now exhausted his Stake pay and is using his personal savings in a bid to make up for the loss. Streamer Announces Marathon Recovery Session After Exhausting Stake Pay, Denying […]
Ethereum (ETH) Price Analysis: Has the Market Bottom Arrived Following Best Monthly Performance Since Late Summer?
Ethereum (ETH) gains 7% in March, breaking a 6-month slide. Key support at $2,050, resistance at $2,150. Accumulation hits highest level in a year. The post Ethereum (ETH) Price Analysis: Has the Market Bottom Arrived Following Best Monthly Performance Since Late Summer? appeared first on Blockonomi.
China offers to mediate hormuz crisis, impacting ceasefire odds
China's mediation could pivot the crisis towards diplomacy, potentially reducing military tensions and influencing global geopolitical dynamics. The post China offers to mediate hormuz crisis, impacting ceasefire odds appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Bitcoin (BTC) Plunges Below $67K as Trump Vows Escalated Iran Strikes, Oil Breaches $104
Bitcoin (BTC) fell 2.9% to $66,400 after Trump's Iran war speech. Oil jumped past $104 and BTC futures open interest dropped sharply amid market volatility. The post Bitcoin (BTC) Plunges Below $67K as Trump Vows Escalated Iran Strikes, Oil Breaches $104 appeared first on Blockonomi.
‘Q2 Will Be Full of Blood’: Analyst Flips Fully Bearish on Bitcoin
A popular analyst has warned of a brutal Q2 for Bitcoin, amidst weakening market participation.
China takes custody of alleged Huione Group chairman Li Xiong
A key figure allegedly behind the Huione network has been extradited to China, where he will face fraud and money laundering charges. A report from Hong Kong-based news outlet Ta Kung Wen Wei noted that Li Xiong, who was part…
Ripple’s New Treasury Update Brings Crypto And Cash Management Under One Roof — How It Works
Ripple announced on Wednesday, April 1, the rollout of two major additions to its Ripple Treasury platform: Digital Asset Accounts and Unified Treasury. The company describes these features as the first native digital-asset capabilities built directly into a treasury management system, designed to let corporate finance teams treat crypto holdings the same way they do […]
Why is the crypto market crashing today? (April 2)
The crypto market has started tanking once again, dropping 2.6% to 2.37 trillion as US President Donald Trump announced that the U.S. campaign against Iran would be entering a final phase over the coming weeks to end the conflict once…
Iran attacks U.S. base in jordan amid escalating conflict
The attack exacerbates tensions, reducing ceasefire prospects and increasing the likelihood of U.S. military escalation in the region. The post Iran attacks U.S. base in jordan amid escalating conflict appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Alabama becomes second US state to grant DAOs legal status under DUNA
The legislation “embraces innovation, protects participants, and empowers internet-native communities to compete with big tech incumbents,” said a16z’s Miles Jennings.
Former FTX head of engineering fined $3.7M to resolve CFTC lawsuit
Singh faced legal action from the SEC, CFTC and US Department of Justice after FTX collapsed in November 2022 but avoided significant prison time by cooperating with authorities.
Central Bank of Nigeria Selects Six Entities for New Virtual Asset Pilot
The Nigerian central bank has launched a pilot program to supervise anti‑money laundering and counter‑terrorism financing compliance among crypto and fintech firms. Six VASPs Tapped for New Supervisory Pilot The Central Bank of Nigeria has officially launched an anti-money laundering and counter-financing of terrorism supervisory pilot program. The new pilot is designed to align Nigeria […]
Gulf tensions lower ceasefire odds
Rising Gulf tensions diminish ceasefire prospects, potentially prolonging regional instability and impacting global economic dynamics. The post Gulf tensions lower ceasefire odds appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
XRP Price Holds $1.35 as ETF Outflows Hit $31 Million While Pepeto Presale Fills Past $8 Million Before Listing
The xrp price holds at $1.35 with seven spot ETFs but March posting first monthly outflows at $31 million. Bitcoin flushes and altcoins struggle to find real support. The market is being reminded that volatility exposes more than just weak hands. It exposes weak infrastructure. Pepeto is a meme coin exchange aiming to bring zero [...] The post XRP Price Holds $1.35 as ETF Outflows Hit $31 Million While Pepeto Presale Fills Past $8 Million Before Listing appeared first on Blockonomi.
Bitcoin price drops towards $65k as Trump warns of continued Iran strikes
Bitcoin price drifted closer to a key support zone near $65,000 after Donald Trump signaled that military action in the Middle East is set to continue over the coming weeks. Addressing the nation from the White House on Wednesday, Trump…
XRP Cannot Break Free From Bitcoin – And Right Now, That’s A Problem. Find Out Why
XRP is struggling to push above current levels. The market is uncertain. And the chart is not offering any comfort — three moving averages sit above the current price, each one a layer of resistance the market has not found the strength to challenge. Related Reading: Bitcoin Whales Stop Aggressive Selling. This Is What They […]
Iran demands sanctions relief, US force removal before talks
The impasse heightens geopolitical uncertainty, affecting market confidence and suggesting prolonged instability without diplomatic progress. The post Iran demands sanctions relief, US force removal before talks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Iran accuses US of conflict, Trump hints at deal
Market skepticism persists despite diplomatic hints, highlighting the need for concrete actions to shift US-Iran conflict dynamics. The post Iran accuses US of conflict, Trump hints at deal appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
'Living Rent-Free': Ripple CEO Fires Back at Avalanche Founder
Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse has fired back at Avalanche founder Emin Gün Sirer following a provocative April Fools' joke.
U.S. Treasury launches public consultation on GENIUS Act stablecoin rules
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Trump’s potential Iran strategy tweet drops ceasefire odds
Increased skepticism about US-Iran de-escalation highlights potential for prolonged conflict and market volatility amid geopolitical tensions. The post Trump’s potential Iran strategy tweet drops ceasefire odds appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
The Future of Work: Human API Enables Real-Time Collaboration Between Humans and AI
Human API launches its new mobile app for iOS and Android, allowing global contributors to earn income by providing speech data and completing AI-assigned tasks. Bridging the Gap With Human Speech Human API, the Delphi Ventures–backed platform enabling artificial intelligence (AI) agents to coordinate directly with humans, has unveiled its new mobile app for iOS […]
Crypto VC Paradigm is developing a prediction market terminal: Fortune
As part of the offering, Paradigm is also exploring an internal market-making desk for prediction market trading and a prediction market index.
Bitcoin Falls to $66K as Trump Signals Further Escalation in Iran
Crypto markets are tanking on Thursday morning following the latest speech from the US President threatening more violence in the Middle East.
TRON DAO Participates in Penn Blockchain Conference 2026, Supports Hackathon and Developer Activity
This content is provided by a sponsor. PRESS RELEASE. Geneva, Switzerland, April 1, 2026 — TRON DAO, the community-governed DAO dedicated to accelerating the decentralization of the internet through blockchain technology and decentralized applications ( dApps), participated in the Penn Blockchain Conference 2026 and supported the event’s hackathon, held between March 27–28 at the Penn […]
US and allies increase military pressure on Iran
Increased military pressure on Iran heightens geopolitical tensions, reducing ceasefire prospects and potentially destabilizing the region further. The post US and allies increase military pressure on Iran appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Crypto ATMs Face Ban In Massachusetts City Amid Scam Concerns
Haverhill, Massachusetts, is moving toward a citywide ban that would force all crypto ATMs and kiosks out within 60 days, with operators facing $300 daily fines if they do not comply. Related Reading: Square Introduces Bitcoin POS Payments In Major US Expansion The proposal also gives the city a hard line on a problem officials […]
US and allies intensify military actions against Iran
The escalation reduces ceasefire prospects, heightens geopolitical tensions, and increases the likelihood of US military involvement in Iran. The post US and allies intensify military actions against Iran appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Genius Group liquidates Bitcoin treasury to pay $8.5M of debt
The AI and crypto company has added to a pattern of Bitcoin treasuries offloading this year, with Michael Saylor's Strategy bucking that trend.
Trump pushes war with Iran, drops ceasefire odds
Trump's stance heightens geopolitical tensions, impacting market stability and increasing the likelihood of military engagement with Iran. The post Trump pushes war with Iran, drops ceasefire odds appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
GameFi Alert: Deepening Crypto Market Pain Hits Hard, Web3 Gaming Malware on the Rise
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Plume Pilots Tokenized Payroll Using Wisdomtree’s WTGXX Fund
Plume has launched a payroll pilot that pays employees partly in a tokenized money market fund. The move could reshape how income is delivered and used in onchain finance. Crypto Payroll Evolves With Model That Pays in Yield Assets Plume has launched a new payroll pilot that could change how employees receive and use their […]
Dogecoin Price Stalls at $0.092 as Qubic Mining Goes Live While Pepeto Presale Fills Past $8 Million Before Listing
The dogecoin price sits at $0.092 with Qubic launching its DOGE mining mainnet on April 1, but money flow reads exactly zero. Three presale names keep dominating the conversation, and Pepeto is the first meme exchange with zero fee trading and contract screening backed by the cofounder’s track record of $11 billion. DOGE turned small [...] The post Dogecoin Price Stalls at $0.092 as Qubic Mining Goes Live While Pepeto Presale Fills Past $8 Million Before Listing appeared first on Blockonomi.
Hong Kong Freezes Stablecoin Rollout, Leaving HSBC, Standard Chartered Waiting
Hong Kong has postponed its first batch of stablecoin licenses amid money laundering concerns that could warrant stricter KYC rules. Hong Kong Has Delayed Its Initial Batch Of Stablecoin Licenses As reported by Wu Blockchain, citing coverage from Caixin, Hong Kong has postponed the issuance of its first stablecoin approvals, meaning that applicants would be […]
Rubio outlines operation epic fury, targets iran’s military
Rubio's military focus suggests prolonged US-Iran tensions, impacting ceasefire market expectations and highlighting diplomatic challenges. The post Rubio outlines operation epic fury, targets iran’s military appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Trump claims Iran war goals near, ceasefire odds drop
Trump's remarks lower ceasefire odds, signaling prolonged conflict and heightened geopolitical tensions, impacting global markets. The post Trump claims Iran war goals near, ceasefire odds drop appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Trump hints at US-Iran ceasefire through back-channels
Trump's hint at a US-Iran ceasefire could signal potential diplomatic openings, impacting market speculation and geopolitical dynamics. The post Trump hints at US-Iran ceasefire through back-channels appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Bitcoin dips, oil rises as Trump addresses nation on war in Iran
US President Donald Trump said the military is "very close" to finishing its war in Iran in a speech that saw oil and Bitcoin prices move.
Taiwan should reconsider a Bitcoin reserve in case of war, says think tank
Taiwanese lawmaker Ko Ju-Chun said last year that the country’s Ministry of Justice holds 210 Bitcoins, worth $14 million, confiscated during criminal investigations.
Huione crypto scam chairman extradited to China to face charges
Huione Group allegedly served crypto scam centers in Cambodia that carried out “pig butchering” scams and other schemes to steal crypto from victims.
XRP Price Move Below $1: Analyst Warns That Another Crash Is Coming
XRP’s price action has managed to hold above $1 for over a year, but technical analysis shows this could be over soon. Notably, technical analysis from crypto analyst CasiTrades warned about a bearish outlook on the token, with the outlook that there’s still a multi-stage decline in play, which could cause the price of XRP […]
Bitcoin ETFs Extend Inflows With $118 Million as Ether Adds $31 Million
Bitcoin and ether exchange-traded funds (ETFs) extended their rebound with a second consecutive day of inflows. Activity in XRP and solana ETFs remained absent, reflecting fading short-term interest. Second Straight Day of Strong Inflows for Bitcoin and Ether ETFs Momentum is building again. Not explosively, but steadily enough to shift the tone. Bitcoin ETFs recorded […]
The war weakens US alliances as Iran remains defiant
The conflict's persistence risks further destabilizing regional alliances and complicates diplomatic efforts for a peaceful resolution. The post The war weakens US alliances as Iran remains defiant appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Joe kent claims US wants quick end to Iran conflict, Israel disagrees
Internal US-Israeli discord on Iran conflict duration may influence diplomatic strategies and market expectations for ceasefire timelines. The post Joe kent claims US wants quick end to Iran conflict, Israel disagrees appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
ChatGPT Maker OpenAI Valued at $852B After Record $122B Funding Round
OpenAI closed a $122 billion funding round on March 31, 2026, pushing its post-money valuation to $852 billion and setting a new record for private capital raises. OpenAI $122B Raise: Investors, Valuation, and Plans for the Capital The round built on a $110 billion commitment announced Feb. 27, 2026, which carried a $730 billion pre-money […]
Iran fortifies islands, complicating US military campaign
Iran's island fortifications heighten regional tensions, reducing ceasefire prospects and increasing the likelihood of US military action. The post Iran fortifies islands, complicating US military campaign appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Trump downplays Iran conflict’s gas price effect, ceasefire odds fall
Market skepticism persists amid geopolitical tensions, with traders wary of prolonged instability affecting economic forecasts. The post Trump downplays Iran conflict’s gas price effect, ceasefire odds fall appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Lindsey graham backs diplomacy over military action in Iran conflict
Graham's diplomatic shift may enhance negotiation prospects, yet skepticism and market caution highlight the need for tangible progress. The post Lindsey graham backs diplomacy over military action in Iran conflict appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Solana Price Holds $84.25 as Memecoin DEX Volume Hits $87.8 Billion While Pepeto Presale Fills Past $8 Million
The solana price sits at $84.25 with memecoin weekly DEX volume reaching $87.8 billion in March, more than double from August 2025. Pepeto combines meme energy with real exchange tools, offering both working products and growth potential that separates it from tokens running on pure speculation. The right investment in crypto at the right time [...] The post Solana Price Holds $84.25 as Memecoin DEX Volume Hits $87.8 Billion While Pepeto Presale Fills Past $8 Million appeared first on Blockonomi.
Is This The Beginning Of The End For Bitcoin Treasury Companies? Here’s what You Should Know
Bitcoin treasury companies have long relied on relentless accumulation of BTC to strengthen corporate balance sheets. But a recent pause in both Bitcoin purchases and equity sales raises an urgent question: is this a temporary slowdown, or an early signal of broader structural strain for corporate Bitcoin treasury strategies? Strategy Breaks Bitcoin Purchase Pattern For […]
Trump rules out US ground troops in Iran, ceasefire odds nudge up
Trump's decision against deploying ground troops in Iran may foster diplomatic efforts, slightly increasing ceasefire prospects by April 30. The post Trump rules out US ground troops in Iran, ceasefire odds nudge up appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
XRP Adoption Expands as Ripple Embeds Digital Asset Capabilities Directly into Enterprise Treasury Platforms
XRP is advancing into enterprise finance as Ripple integrates it into treasury systems, enabling real-time liquidity management and positioning it as a functional asset for corporate cash operations. XRP Becomes Core Asset In Ripple Treasury Liquidity Strategy A shift in enterprise finance is accelerating as digital assets gain practical utility. Enterprise blockchain company Ripple shared […]
Trump suggests using US ground forces to seize iran’s uranium
Trump's proposal risks escalating tensions, impacting market dynamics and reducing near-term ceasefire prospects with Iran. The post Trump suggests using US ground forces to seize iran’s uranium appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Bitcoin Whales Still Favoring Short Positions Amid Sideways Price Action
Bitcoin may be demonstrating slightly bullish momentum as the market slowly stabilizes, but investors’ sentiment has not fully flipped positive, especially among large holders. Over the past few weeks, these investors, who are often known for driving major moves, have been leaning toward a bearish state, as evidenced by their persistent positioning on the short […]
Trump to announce Iran ceasefire talks amid troop withdrawal discussions
Trump's announcement could shift geopolitical dynamics, impacting market confidence and potentially altering US-Iran relations significantly. The post Trump to announce Iran ceasefire talks amid troop withdrawal discussions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Pakistan steps in as intermediary in US-Iran crisis
Pakistan's mediation role could shift regional dynamics, influencing diplomatic strategies and market perceptions amid US-Iran tensions. The post Pakistan steps in as intermediary in US-Iran crisis appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Here’s Why The Bitcoin Price Is Crashing, And Why It Could Continue
The Bitcoin price has been in a prolonged downtrend but saw a slight reprieve this week, rising a bit by 2%. Despite the minor gain, the cryptocurrency remains in a broader bear market, and as of today, its price is still in the red and could continue to decline if momentum does not improve. A […]
Elon Musk's SpaceX quietly files for IPO, seeking mammoth debut
An IPO and valuation above $1.75 trillion would make SpaceX a top-10 public company by market capitalization, above the likes of Meta and Tesla.
Morgan Stanley Signals Bitcoin ETF Near Launch With Amendment 4 Update
Morgan Stanley moves closer to launching a bitcoin ETF with fresh SEC filing updates, signaling imminent approval and intensifying fee competition among major issuers as institutional crypto investment products rapidly evolve. Morgan Stanley Bitcoin ETF Filing Signals Imminent Launch Timeline Morgan Stanley, a global investment bank and asset management firm, filed Amendment No. 4 to […]
Trump may announce ground troops needed for iran’s uranium
Increased tensions and market volatility highlight geopolitical risks, impacting global stability and economic forecasts. The post Trump may announce ground troops needed for iran’s uranium appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Iran asserts control over Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions
Iran's control over the Strait of Hormuz heightens geopolitical risks, impacting global energy markets and complicating diplomatic efforts. The post Iran asserts control over Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Shiba Inu (SHIB) Back to Life, Ethereum Now on Path to $3,000, Dogecoin's (DOGE) Zero Removal in Question: Crypto Market Review
Shiba Inu is pivoting, and not in the right direction: things are changing in favor of bulls.
Crypto Will Never Die As Iran Signals De-Escalation and Whales Are Quietly Buying Pepeto While Retail Panics
The correction looks like chaos, but the pattern tells a different story. Bitcoin was born in 2009 after the 2008 crisis wiped out trillions, while banks got bailouts. Now, Iran’s president signaled readiness to end the war this week, sending crypto, stocks, gold and silver rallying simultaneously as markets priced in de-escalation for the first [...] The post Crypto Will Never Die As Iran Signals De-Escalation and Whales Are Quietly Buying Pepeto While Retail Panics appeared first on Blockonomi.
US and Iran clash over nuclear talks before trump’s address
The declining odds of a US-Iran ceasefire highlight the challenges of achieving diplomatic progress amid heightened tensions. The post US and Iran clash over nuclear talks before trump’s address appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
US delays strikes on iranian energy infrastructure to april 6
The delay in US action suggests a preference for diplomacy, impacting market expectations and highlighting geopolitical uncertainties. The post US delays strikes on iranian energy infrastructure to april 6 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Decoding ICG (LSE:ICG)’s Web3 Shift: How Fair Value Debates Are Redefining Investor Views
Decoding The post Decoding ICG (LSE:ICG)’s Web3 Shift: How Fair Value Debates Are Redefining Investor Views appeared first on Blockmanity.
Blackrock’s Bitcoin Premium Income ETF Edges Closer to Market as SEC Amendment Reveals BITA Ticker
Blackrock is pushing deeper into crypto income strategies with a bitcoin-linked ETF designed to generate yield while tracking price exposure, signaling a more complex evolution in institutional bitcoin investing that blends derivatives with core holdings. Blackrock Files Amendment for Bitcoin Income ETF Strategy Blackrock advanced its crypto product lineup by filing an amended registration for […]
US-Israeli strike on IRGC site near isfahan lowers ceasefire odds
The strike exacerbates geopolitical tensions, diminishing prospects for diplomatic resolutions and prolonging regional instability. The post US-Israeli strike on IRGC site near isfahan lowers ceasefire odds appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Will The XRP Price Have Better Luck In The Second Quarter Of The Year? Analyst Shares Forecast
XRP closed Q1 2026 with a 27.1% decline from its quarter open, extending a correction that has now erased more than 60% from the token’s July 2025 high of $3.65. The current structure now leaves the XRP price at an important decision point heading into Q2, where the next move could show whether this is […]
Charles Schwab-Backed EDX Markets Applies for National Trust Bank Charter With OCC
EDX Markets Holding Company, Inc. applied to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) this week, seeking approval to organize EDX Trust, National Association as a de novo national trust bank in Chicago. EDX Markets Holding Company Files OCC Charter Application for Crypto Trust Bank The application was made public on Wednesday, April […]
Pentagon boosts A-10 fleet near Iran, signaling possible escalation
Increased A-10 presence near Iran may heighten regional tensions, impacting geopolitical stability and influencing global market dynamics. The post Pentagon boosts A-10 fleet near Iran, signaling possible escalation appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Iran missile hits bahrain near US 5th fleet
The missile strike underscores heightened geopolitical tensions, impacting market perceptions of U.S.-Iran conflict escalation and regime stability. The post Iran missile hits bahrain near US 5th fleet appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Pezeshkian urges americans to see beyond rhetoric, tensions persist
Pezeshkian's call for understanding highlights the complexity of US-Iran relations, with skepticism hindering immediate diplomatic progress. The post Pezeshkian urges americans to see beyond rhetoric, tensions persist appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Crypto exchange Bithumb to delay IPO until after 2028: Report
According to the company CFO, Bithumb was “strengthen[ing] accounting policies and internal controls” ahead of its IPO plans, already delayed from 2025.
Tehran demands guaranteed ceasefire to end war permanently
Tehran's ceasefire demand suggests potential diplomatic progress, impacting market confidence and reducing regime collapse odds, yet remains speculative. The post Tehran demands guaranteed ceasefire to end war permanently appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Trump considers NATO withdrawal amid Iran war pressure
Trump's NATO withdrawal consideration could destabilize alliances, impacting global security dynamics and reducing diplomatic resolution chances. The post Trump considers NATO withdrawal amid Iran war pressure appeared first on Crypto Briefing.