Ethereum Price Stalls Near $2K as Staking Hits Record High
Two converging trendlines in the daily chart drive the near term consolidation in Ethereum price. Iran has raised…
Liberals Hold Their Wisconsin Supreme Court Majority — What Tuesday’s Result Could Mean for the 2026 Midterms
The Wisconsin election on Tuesday produced its expected winner but a striking margin: Democratic-backed appeals court judge Chris Taylor defeated conservative-backed judge Maria Lazar by roughly 20 percentage points, expanding liberals’ court majority from 4-3 to 5-2 and cementing liberal…
Canary Capital Files PEPE ETF as Wall Street Tests Institutional Demand for Meme Coins
Institutional access to meme-based crypto expands as Canary Capital files with the SEC for a PEPE ETF, offering brokerage-based exposure while avoiding direct token custody and derivative risks. Key Takeaways: Canary Capital filed with the SEC to launch a PEPE ETF tracking token price via direct holdings. PEPE ETF signals broader push into volatile assets […]
This Key Bitcoin Metric Suggests That Current Downside Action Will Continue
Bitcoin’s price has fallen over 50% from its all-time high achieved in October 2025, triggering a bearish market phase across the board as investors exit their positions to cut down losses. Despite falling this hard, the downside action does not seem to have reached its end yet, as key metrics point to an extended period […]
Trump-Backed Republican Wins Marjorie Taylor Greene’s Old Congressional Seat — But Democrats Surprised Everyone
The election results in Georgia’s 14th Congressional District on Tuesday confirmed Republican Clay Fuller as the winner of the special election runoff — but the margin told a different story: Fuller defeated Democrat Shawn Harris by roughly 12 points in…
Crypto ETFs Turn Red: Bitcoin Loses $159 Million, Ether Drops $64 Million
Crypto exchange-traded funds (ETFs) slipped back into outflows after a strong start to the week, led by bitcoin’s sharp reversal. XRP stood out with gains, while ether and solana faced renewed selling pressure. Key Takeaways: Bitcoin ETFs saw $159.05 million outflows on Tuesday, led by Fidelity FBTC, signaling fragile market conviction. Ether ETFs lost $64.67 […]
Meta Launches Muse Spark: The AI Model Built to Deliver Personal Superintelligence
TLDR: Muse Spark is Meta’s first multimodal reasoning model supporting tool use, visual chain of thought, and multi-agent tasks. Meta collaborated with over 1,000 physicians to strengthen Muse Spark’s health reasoning and medical response accuracy. Contemplating mode runs parallel AI agents, scoring 58% on Humanity’s Last Exam to rival top frontier AI models. Muse Spark [...] The post Meta Launches Muse Spark: The AI Model Built to Deliver Personal Superintelligence appeared first on Blockonomi.
Defense Secretary Hegseth Fires the US Army’s Top General in the Middle of the Iran War
The political news from the Pentagon on April 2 shocked military officials: Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth fired Army Chief of Staff Gen. Randy George — the Army’s most senior officer — while the 82nd Airborne Division was actively deploying to…
The FBI Says Crypto Scams Stole $11.3 Billion In 2025. Find Out If You Are At Risk
The crypto market is facing volatility and uncertainty as the US-Israel-Iran conflict continues to develop. Markets are reactive. Capital is cautious. And an XWIN Research Japan report has just added a dimension to the current risk landscape that has nothing to do with geopolitics — and everything to do with what happens to crypto users […]
Meta Is Cutting 200 More Workers in California Even as It Spends Billions on Artificial Intelligence
The AI jobs picture at Meta is contradictory on paper: the company is eliminating 198 California positions via state WARN Act filings effective May 2026, even as it projects $115 billion to $135 billion in 2026 capital expenditure with a…
Morgan Stanley ETF Goes Live: Will Bitcoin Price Hit $75K Soon?
Morgan Stanley Bitcoin ETF goes live. Bitcoin price action shows a structural shift as bullish MACD divergence renews…
Monad Jumps 21% Amid Bullish Momentum in Crypto Market
On Wednesday, Monad’s price soared by over 21% on a daily chart in the last 24 hours, with…
Polygon Price Under Pressure Despite Stablecoin Expansion
Polygon price extends its correction trend within two converging trendlines of the daily chart. Polygon Labs is exploring…
Zcash Price Rallies 21% After Breaking Major Resistance
On Wednesday, Zcash’s price skyrocketed by 22%, helping its value to break above a major resistance level of…
Ethereum Price Stalls Near $2K as Staking Hits Record High
Two converging trendlines in the daily chart drive the near term consolidation in Ethereum price. Iran has raised…
Fed Rate Cuts Shrink to One as Iran War Rattles Oil Markets and Inflation Outlook
TLDR: Fed held rates at 3.50–3.75%, cutting expected 2026 reductions from four down to one. Oil surging to $115 per barrel during the Iran conflict pushed short-term inflation further from the 2% target. A ceasefire sent oil below $95 within hours, raising hopes that the one remaining rate cut could arrive sooner. Kevin Warsh, known [...] The post Fed Rate Cuts Shrink to One as Iran War Rattles Oil Markets and Inflation Outlook appeared first on Blockonomi.
Canary files S-1 for PEPE ETF as memecoin funds expand beyond DOGE
Canary files a PEPE ETF as memecoin funds expand after Dogecoins GDOG launch and BONK related ETF filings. The post Canary files S-1 for PEPE ETF as memecoin funds expand beyond DOGE appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
US SEC taps new enforcement chief amid questions over predecessor's exit
David Woodcock steps into the role as US senators await answers to questions on the agency’s dropping charges against Justin Sun and several crypto companies.
AI News: OpenAI Is Paying Researchers to Find What Could Go Wrong — But Its Internal Safety Teams Are Already Gone
The AI news out of OpenAI this week has a sharp edge: the company launched a paid Safety Fellowship offering $3,850 weekly stipends to external researchers studying what could go wrong with advanced AI — announced within hours of a…
UK’s £120 Million Gambling Levy Delivers First OHID Prevention Grants Amid Sector Turmoil
The United Kingdom’s new statutory gambling levy has begun distributing its first prevention grants through the Office for Health Improvement and Disparities. This follows one of the most contentious transitions in UK gambling policy with the end of the preceding charity-led model helmed by Gambleaware. Key Takeaways: UK statutory gambling levy raised £120 million in […]
Coinidol.com: Cardano Rises, but Remains at $0.265
Cardano's (ADA) price has risen and broken above the moving average lines, but has been halted by the 50-day SMA.
Argentina Reviews Phone Logs in LIBRA Case Linked to Javier Milei (Report)
Records show Milei called the LIBRA team several times on the night the token launched, both before and after his post.
Bitcoin Price Signal: On-Chain Data Shows 850,000 BTC Were Accumulated Between $60K and $70K — Analysts Call It the Cycle’s Strongest Demand Zone
A fresh bitcoin price read from on-chain data shows that the total supply of BTC last moved between $60,000 and $70,000 has grown by approximately 844,275 coins since January 1 — bringing the total cluster in that range to 1.85…
US Treasury Rolls Out Draft Rule To Implement GENIUS Act Compliance Program
The US Treasury on Wednesday released a joint proposed rule from the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) and the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) that would put meat on the bones of the GENIUS Act, the federal law establishing a regulatory framework for stablecoins. The draft rule translates the statute’s requirements into concrete anti‑money‑laundering […]
Adam Back Says Quantum Threat to Bitcoin Is Decades Away, Urges Gradual Migration to Post-Quantum Security
Bitcoin Magazine Adam Back Says Quantum Threat to Bitcoin Is Decades Away, Urges Gradual Migration to Post-Quantum Security Adam Back argues that quantum computing is still far from being capable of breaking Bitcoin’s cryptographic security. This post Adam Back Says Quantum Threat to Bitcoin Is Decades Away, Urges Gradual Migration to Post-Quantum Security first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.
Panda Bonds Surge as Global Borrowers Ditch Dollar Debt for Cheaper Yuan Financing in 2026
TLDR: Foreign panda bond issuance tripled year on year in March 2026, reaching 27.8 billion yuan in one month alone. China’s 10-year bond yield of 1.82% makes yuan borrowing roughly 60% cheaper than equivalent U.S. dollar debt. The U.S. dollar’s share of global reserves dropped to 56.32% in 2025, its lowest recorded level since 1995. [...] The post Panda Bonds Surge as Global Borrowers Ditch Dollar Debt for Cheaper Yuan Financing in 2026 appeared first on Blockonomi.
Crypto Custody Consolidation: Standard Chartered Is Quietly Planning to Absorb Zodia Custody Into Its Investment Bank
The crypto custody market reached a new consolidation milestone Wednesday when Bloomberg reported that Standard Chartered is planning to integrate Zodia Custody’s business into its corporate and investment bank division as early as this month, folding its majority-owned crypto custody…
David Woodcock Named SEC Enforcement Chief as Agency Shifts Away From Gensler-Era Crypto Crackdown
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) appointed David Woodcock as Director of the Division of Enforcement on Wednesday, with the role taking effect May 4. Key Takeaways: The SEC named David Woodcock as Enforcement Division director, effective May 4, 2026, succeeding acting director Sam Waldon. Woodcock led the SEC’s Fort Worth Regional Office from […]
Saylor Names Key Reason Why Back Is Not Satoshi
A bombshell investigative report published by The New York Times claiming to have finally unmasked Bitcoin's pseudonymous creator, Satoshi Nakamoto, has been met with skepticism from the cryptocurrency industry.
Ripple Unveils First Treasury Management System for Digital Assets
TLDR Ripple has launched a Treasury Management System with native digital asset capabilities, allowing businesses to manage both fiat and digital assets. The new system integrates Digital Asset Accounts and Unified Treasury, making it the first TMS to directly support on-chain digital asset management. CFOs and treasury teams can now manage traditional cash balances alongside [...] The post Ripple Unveils First Treasury Management System for Digital Assets appeared first on Blockonomi.
Ripple Mints 9.9 Million RLUSD Tokens to Ethereum Blockchain
TLDR Ripple recently minted 9.9 million RLUSD tokens on the Ethereum blockchain. The minting follows a series of large RLUSD token burns conducted by Ripple. The newly minted RLUSD tokens are backed 1:1 by USD cash and equivalents. Ripple’s strategy of minting and burning tokens helps balance RLUSD supply and demand. The recent minting expands [...] The post Ripple Mints 9.9 Million RLUSD Tokens to Ethereum Blockchain appeared first on Blockonomi.
Stablecoin News: Treasury’s FinCEN Just Proposed Rules Requiring Issuers to Police Their Own Transactions
The stablecoin news out of Washington this week goes beyond reserves and redemptions — FinCEN, the Treasury’s financial crimes unit, has proposed rules that would fundamentally reform how stablecoin issuers and all US financial institutions handle anti-money laundering compliance, shifting…
Little Pepe breaks $28m barrier as stage 13 enters final countdown to sellout
Little Pepe gains momentum as presale surpasses $28 million, attracting strong investor interest. Little Pepe (LILPEPE) continues to sustain its pace and is gaining momentum in the memecoins market, especially after officially crossing the $28 million mark for its presale…
XFUNDS ETF Targets Bitcoin’s Overnight Returns and Treasuries by Day
TLDR The XFUNDS ETF, named Nicholas Bitcoin and Treasuries AfterDark ETF (NGHT), toggles between bitcoin and U.S. Treasuries throughout the day. The fund focuses on bitcoin’s overnight performance, capitalizing on the largest share of returns that occur after U.S. market hours. XFUNDS CEO David Nicholas emphasized that the strategy targets bitcoin’s global trading behavior, especially [...] The post XFUNDS ETF Targets Bitcoin’s Overnight Returns and Treasuries by Day appeared first on Blockonomi.
Here’s Why The Bitcoin, XRP, And Dogecoin Prices Are Surging Today
The Bitcoin, XRP, and Dogecoin prices are surging today, recording significant gains. This follows an agreement between the U.S. and Iran to a 2-week ceasefire as they work towards a peaceful settlement of the war. Why The Bitcoin, XRP, And Dogecoin Prices Are Up Today The Bitcoin, XRP, and Dogecoin prices are up over 4% […]
Morpho Launches Morpho Agents to Integrate AI into DeFi Lending
TLDR Morpho has launched Morpho Agents in beta, allowing AI systems to interact directly with DeFi lending protocols on Ethereum and Base. The release includes the User Agent, which enables AI agents to read, simulate, and write operations on the Morpho platform. Morpho introduced the Builder Agent to provide developers with essential tools, code examples, [...] The post Morpho Launches Morpho Agents to Integrate AI into DeFi Lending appeared first on Blockonomi.
The FDIC’s Crypto Regulation Proposal: What the 191 Pages Actually Require for Stablecoin Holders
The crypto regulation landscape shifted Tuesday as the FDIC voted to release a 191-page proposed rule implementing the GENIUS Act, setting reserve, redemption, capital, and custody standards for stablecoin issuers — but the most consequential detail for everyday holders is…
Bitcoin Treasuries Report: Strategy Buys 44,377 BTC in March 2026 as STRC Volume Hits $746M Record
According to a report published by bitcointreasuries.net and its researchers, Strategy purchased 44,377 bitcoin in March 2026, accounting for nearly all corporate bitcoin buying that month as its STRC digital credit product set back-to-back daily trading volume records. Key Takeaways: Strategy bought 44,377 BTC in March, now holding 762,099 BTC and two-thirds of all public […]
Price predictions 4/8: BTC, ETH, XRP, BNB, SOL, DOGE, HYPE, ADA, BCH, LINK
Bitcoin’s relief rally is facing selling pressure near $72,000, but technical charts suggest a bullish bias. Will altcoins follow in BTC’s footsteps?
US Treasury moves forward with GENIUS Act, focusing on illicit finance
The proposed rule would direct payment stablecoin issuers to establish AML/CFT and sanctions compliance programs, and be able to “block, freeze, and reject” certain transactions.
Bitcoin has 3–5 years to prepare for quantum risk, says Bernstein
Bitcoin faces a future quantum threat, but Bernstein analysts say risks are concentrated in older wallets and exposed keys, and unlikely to cause existential disruption.
New Stablecoin Rules by U.S. Treasury Aim to Strengthen Financial Security
TLDR The U.S. Treasury Department has proposed new stablecoin rules to address money laundering and terrorism financing risks. The rules, released by FinCEN and OFAC, require stablecoin issuers to implement robust AML and CFT programs. Issuers will need to maintain risk-based internal controls and undergo regular audits to comply with sanctions regulations. The Treasury Secretary [...] The post New Stablecoin Rules by U.S. Treasury Aim to Strengthen Financial Security appeared first on Blockonomi.
Adam Back Denies Being Satoshi Amid NYT Probe
Back says Satoshi's unknown identity is good for BTC as it places it as a mathematical commodity rather than someone's project.
Meta’s Muse Spark aims to put “personal superintelligence” in your browser
Meta has unveiled Muse Spark, its first AI model from the new Meta Superintelligence Labs unit, positioning it as a step toward “personal superintelligence” that can reason, use tools and orchestrate multiple agents on behalf of users. Announced on April…
Michael Saylor Predicts Bitcoin Bottom, Sees Digital Credit as Catalyst
TLDR Michael Saylor predicts Bitcoin likely reached its bottom at $60,000 in early February. Saylor emphasizes that bottoms are driven by seller exhaustion rather than valuations. Limited selling pressure is expected for Bitcoin, with growing demand from ETF inflows and corporate treasury reallocations. Saylor believes the next Bitcoin bull market will be driven by the [...] The post Michael Saylor Predicts Bitcoin Bottom, Sees Digital Credit as Catalyst appeared first on Blockonomi.
Nunchuk Releases Open-Source Tools for Bitcoin Agents With Bounded Authority
Bitcoin Magazine Nunchuk Releases Open-Source Tools for Bitcoin Agents With Bounded Authority Nunchuk released open-source Bitcoin agent tools that let AI help manage wallets under strict policy-based limits while keeping humans in full control of spending authority. This post Nunchuk Releases Open-Source Tools for Bitcoin Agents With Bounded Authority first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.
Zcash Price Surges Over 30% in 24 Hours as Grayscale Accumulates $46 Million in Shielded ZEC
The Zcash price surged over 30% in 24 hours after the Grayscale Zcash Trust reportedly accumulated approximately $46 million in shielded ZEC, triggering the sharpest single-day rally the privacy coin has seen in weeks and pushing daily trading volume past…
Ethereum Foundation Revises Treasury Strategy, Bets Long On Stablecoins
The Ethereum Foundation is adopting a new treasury strategy, reflecting a more conservative and deliberate approach to funding its activity over the long term. The organization has said it plans to liquidate 5,000 ETH and aims to move part of its holding into stablecoins as a means to fund ongoing research and development, community grants, and ecosystem donations. This development is reflective of a larger trend among major crypto institutions as many have begun prioritizing financial stability and predictable funding over full exposure to market volatility. Although Ethereum is still at the core of what the foundation aims to achieve, The post Ethereum Foundation Revises Treasury Strategy, Bets Long On Stablecoins appeared first on The Merkle News.
Jim Rickards Calls Bitcoin ‘Easier to Hack’ in Latest Security Warning
TLDR Jim Rickards claims Bitcoin is easier to hack than people realize, raising concerns about its security. He emphasizes that while blockchain technology is secure, cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin are more vulnerable. Rickards argues that Bitcoin transactions are easier to trace and analyze than many users expect. He compares crypto markets to a casino, with cryptocurrencies [...] The post Jim Rickards Calls Bitcoin ‘Easier to Hack’ in Latest Security Warning appeared first on Blockonomi.
ZachXBT Exposes North Korean IT Workers Running $1M/Month Crypto Fraud Network
TLDR: ZachXBT obtained leaked data from 390 accounts on a North Korean internal payment server via infostealer. Over $3.5M moved through network wallets since late November 2025, with one Tron address frozen by Tether. Three OFAC-sanctioned companies — Sobaeksu, Saenal, and Songkwang — appeared directly in the breached data. Workers received IDA Pro cybersecurity training [...] The post ZachXBT Exposes North Korean IT Workers Running $1M/Month Crypto Fraud Network appeared first on Blockonomi.
xStocks hackathon shows how on-chain equities grow beyond price trackers
xPrime, Stretch and xStream, winners of the inaugural xStocks Hackathon, show how tokenized equities can evolve into prime brokerage, structured products and automated strategy layers built natively on-chain. The inaugural xStocks Hackathon on the French Riviera compressed the future of…
Circle Launches CPN Managed Payments for Banks and PSPs to Settle in USDC Without Holding Crypto
Circle Internet Group launched CPN Managed Payments on Wednesday, a full-stack stablecoin settlement platform designed to let banks, fintechs, and payment service providers process USDC transactions without holding or managing digital assets. Key Takeaways: Circle launched CPN Managed Payments on April 8, 2026, giving PSPs and banks access to USDC settlement without holding digital assets. […]
Circle To Launch New Payout Service, Expanding Its Stablecoin Payment Infrastructure Into Asia
Circle is doubling down on global payments, this time, with a very clear focus toward Asia. As Circle Mint Singapore partners in the region, companies will have access to Stablecoin Payouts service. Stablecoin Payouts are now available for Circle Mint Singapore partners, expanding Circle’s payout infrastructure into Asia. As demand grows for faster, more transparent, and more operationally efficient cross-border payments, Singapore is a natural place to expand Circle’s… — Circle (@circle) April 8, 2026 At first glance, it may seem like just part of another regional rollout. But take a closer look and you’ll see it’s part of a The post Circle To Launch New Payout Service, Expanding Its Stablecoin Payment Infrastructure Into Asia appeared first on The Merkle News.
Nurix Therapeutics (NRIX) Stock Declines Amid Expanding Losses and R&D Investment
Nurix Therapeutics (NRIX) stock slips 1.65% as losses grow despite BTK degrader progress and strategic partnerships driving pipeline expansion. The post Nurix Therapeutics (NRIX) Stock Declines Amid Expanding Losses and R&D Investment appeared first on Blockonomi.
Morgan Stanley Debuts First Bank-Affiliated Bitcoin ETF on NYSE
TLDR Morgan Stanley has launched its spot Bitcoin ETF, the Morgan Stanley Bitcoin Trust, on NYSE Arca. The ETF aims to provide investors with regulated exposure to Bitcoin through a traditional investment vehicle. MSBT tracks Bitcoin’s price using the CoinDesk Bitcoin Benchmark 4 PM NY Settlement Rate. The fund offers one of the lowest-cost Bitcoin [...] The post Morgan Stanley Debuts First Bank-Affiliated Bitcoin ETF on NYSE appeared first on Blockonomi.
Will Quantum Computing Kill Bitcoin? Novogratz Doesn't Think So
Recent warnings from Google researchers showing that quantum computers could break cryptocurrency security sooner and with fewer resources than previously expected have sent ripples through the digital asset market..
Yuga Labs Ends Legal Battle Over Copycat Bored Ape NFT Collection
TLDR Yuga Labs has settled its lawsuit against Ryder Ripps and Jeremy Cahen over the alleged infringement of Bored Ape Yacht Club NFTs. The settlement permanently bars Ripps and Cahen from using Yuga Labs’ trademarks and imagery. The legal battle began in 2022 when Yuga Labs accused Ripps and Cahen of profiting from a collection [...] The post Yuga Labs Ends Legal Battle Over Copycat Bored Ape NFT Collection appeared first on Blockonomi.
Gold Leads Macro Cycle as Bitcoin Lags Before Risk Capital Rotation Phase
TLDR: Gold often reacts early to liquidity shifts and macro stress, while Bitcoin follows months later once risk appetite improves. Historical trends show Bitcoin can lag gold by three to six months before entering strong upward price acceleration phases. The BTC/Gold ratio helps track capital rotation, revealing when investors shift from defensive to higher-risk assets. [...] The post Gold Leads Macro Cycle as Bitcoin Lags Before Risk Capital Rotation Phase appeared first on Blockonomi.
Bitcoin ETF Fee War: Morgan Stanley’s 0.14% Is Now the Cheapest in the Market — Here’s What That Means
The bitcoin ETF fee war reached its lowest point ever today as Morgan Stanley’s MSBT launched at 0.14% annually on NYSE Arca, directly undercutting every competing spot bitcoin fund in the US market, from BlackRock’s IBIT at 0.25% to Fidelity’s…
Techno Revenant unlocks $93.7M HYPE stake, stoking whale-watch jitters
A whale wallet tied to pseudonymous trader “Techno Revenant” has just unstaked roughly 2.4 million HYPE tokens after a six‑month lock-up, freeing an estimated $93.7 million worth of supply with no immediate indication of whether the position will be dumped,…
Treasury Proposes Stablecoin AML Rules as Bessent Vows to Protect US Financial System
The U.S. Department of the Treasury proposed new rules on April 8, 2026, requiring permitted payment stablecoin issuers to comply with federal anti-money laundering (AML) and sanctions laws for the first time. Key Takeaways: FinCEN and OFAC issued a joint NPRM on April 8, 2026, requiring stablecoin issuers to comply with Bank Secrecy Act obligations. […]
Visa and Coinbase team with Nevermined on AI agent commerce
Visa Intelligent Commerce and Coinbase x402 power Nevermineds new system for AI agent payments across digital goods and services. The post Visa and Coinbase team with Nevermined on AI agent commerce appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Circle Internet Group (CRCL) Stock: Introduces Fiat-Focused Blockchain Payment Solution
Circle (CRCL) debuts fiat-first payment platform for institutions, enabling blockchain settlement without holding USDC while expanding global adoption. The post Circle Internet Group (CRCL) Stock: Introduces Fiat-Focused Blockchain Payment Solution appeared first on Blockonomi.
Bitcoin’s Six-Month Decline Was Not What Most People Think It Was. Find Out What Actually Caused It
Bitcoin surged above $72,000 yesterday and is holding above $70,000 today. The narrative of a bottom is building. And an XWIN Research Japan analysis is asking the more important question: not whether Bitcoin has bounced, but whether anyone understands why it fell. Related Reading: Altcoin Inflows To Binance Just Hit A 3-Month High. The Reason […]
Evernorth Advances Nasdaq Plans, Files SEC S-4 for XRP Treasury Deal
TLDR Evernorth filed an amendment to its SEC S-4 registration on April 7, 2026, advancing its plan to go public. The company aims to list on Nasdaq under the ticker XRPN through a merger with Armada Acquisition Corp. II. Ripple Labs contributed 126.79 million XRP tokens to the deal in exchange for equity units in [...] The post Evernorth Advances Nasdaq Plans, Files SEC S-4 for XRP Treasury Deal appeared first on Blockonomi.
Latest Crypto Milestone: Morgan Stanley Launches MSBT — the First Bitcoin ETF From a Major US Bank
The latest crypto milestone arrived Wednesday when Morgan Stanley officially launched the Morgan Stanley Bitcoin Trust on NYSE Arca under the ticker MSBT, becoming the first major US bank to issue a spot bitcoin ETF directly under its own name,…
FT: Iran to Demand Bitcoin Payments for Passage Through Strait of Hormuz
During the ceasefire, Iran will require shipping companies to pay for passage through the Strait of Hormuz in cryptocurrency. This is reported by the FT, citing oil exporters. A representative of the Iranian Union of Oil, Gas, and Petrochemical Products Exporters, Hamid Hosseini, stated that the country plans to charge any loaded tanker and inspect each vessel for weapons. Dynamics of vessel passages through the Strait of Hormuz. Source: FT. "Iran needs to monitor what enters and exits the strait to ensure that these two weeks [of truce] are not used for arms transfers," Hosseini noted. He added that vessels must notify the country's authorities of their cargo via email. Upon receipt, Iran will send payment details in digital assets. "Once the email arrives and Iran completes its assessment, vessels are given a few seconds to pay in bitcoin. This ensures that the funds cannot be tracked or seized due to sanctions," Hosseini emphasized. The tariff will be $1 per barrel. Empty vessels may pass free of charge. For illegal crossing of the territory, Iranian authorities threaten to strike tankers. The Strait of Hormuz is a key point in the ongoing conflict between the US and Iran. The ability of vessels to pass through it affects global oil prices, and the digital asset market has recently been reacting actively to changes in commodity prices. At the time of writing, bitcoin is trading just above $71,000. The asset has gained 5% in a day amid de-escalation in the Middle East. 15-minute BTC/USDT chart on Binance. Source: TradingView. Analysts at QCP believe that the resumption of shipping through the Strait of Hormuz does not guarantee the lifting of supply restrictions and the reduction of inflationary pressure due to rising oil prices.
Bitcoin Shatters $72,000 as Middle East Ceasefire Sparks Relief Rally
Bitcoin surged past the $72,000 mark, reaching an intraday high of $72,865, fueled by a fragile Middle East ceasefire. Key Takeaways: Bitcoin surged to $72,865 following a Middle East ceasefire, lifting the crypto market cap to $2.51 trillion. The 5% rally triggered $477 million in liquidations, wiping out short bets on platforms like Bitget. Gracy […]
Ethereum Foundation to sell 5,000 ETH via CoWSwap TWAP
The Ethereum Foundation (EF) has announced it will convert 5,000 ETH into stablecoins using decentralized trading protocol CoWSwap’s time-weighted average price (TWAP) function, describing the move as routine funding for “R&D, grants and donations.” “Today, The Ethereum Foundation will convert…
Altcoins Echo 2020 Rally Setup as Wedge Shatters
A downtrend that has been in effect for several years may be quietly losing steam as selling pressure fades across the altcoin market.
Bitcoin demand returns, giving bulls fuel to turn $72K to support
Bitcoin buy-side activity in the spot and futures markets supports the current rally toward $72,000, while short-term holders eased up on selling, increasing the chances of bulls taking control of BTC's price direction.
Bitcoin price chart targets $90K as traders ‘aggressively’ buy on Binance
Bitcoin gained momentum as data showed buyers are starting to dominate volumes on Binance, with a $90,000 BTC price target on their radar.
Hong Kong Ignites the Future of Finance: Top Web3 and Crypto Events to Attend This April
Hong Kong Ignites the : Top Web3 and Crypto Events to Attend This April Hong Kong is turning into a hot spot for Web3 and crypto this April. The big draws top leaders, innovators, and big investors. They come to […] The post Hong Kong Ignites the Future of Finance: Top Web3 and Crypto Events to Attend This April appeared first on Blockmanity.
Stablecoins now move more money than Visa and Mastercard combined
Stablecoins processed $33t in 2025, topping Visa and Mastercard, and could clear over $50t by 2026 as corporates, banks and AI agents turn on‑chain dollars into core payment rails. Stablecoins processed $33 trillion of on-chain transaction volume in 2025, surpassing…
Standard Chartered plans to merge parts of Zodia Custody into its digital assets division
Standard Chartered's merger could enhance its competitive edge in the expanding digital asset custody market, attracting more institutional investors. The post Standard Chartered plans to merge parts of Zodia Custody into its digital assets division appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Iran wants to turn the Strait of Hormuz into a $1-per-barrel Bitcoin tollbooth
Iran will charge tankers $1 per barrel in bitcoin to cross the Strait of Hormuz during a two‑week US ceasefire, adding a crypto tax to the world’s key oil chokepoint. Iran will force every oil tanker transiting the Strait of…
South Korea Implements Unified Crypto Withdrawal Rules to Combat Phishing
South Korean financial regulators have introduced unified and stricter standards for the cryptocurrency withdrawal delay system to combat voice phishing. Key Takeaways: FSC and DAXA implemented unified rules after data showed 59% of fraud occurred via withdrawal exceptions. The stricter mandates are projected to slash withdrawal exception eligibility by more than 99%. FSS and DAXA […]
US Treasury plans sweeping AML leash for dollar stablecoin issuers
The US Treasury plans rules forcing dollar stablecoin issuers to build kill switches and run full bank‑style AML and sanctions programs, tightening control over on‑chain flows. The US Treasury is preparing sweeping anti–money-laundering and sanctions rules that would turn dollar-pegged…
Morpho introduces Morpho Agents to bring AI agents into DeFi lending
Morpho launches Morpho Agents in beta, giving AI agents machine-readable access to read, simulate, and use its lending protocols. The post Morpho introduces Morpho Agents to bring AI agents into DeFi lending appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
How to mine cryptocurrency on a phone with cloud mining (2026 guide)
Mobile cloud mining gains traction as users seek simple ways to mine crypto via smartphones. As the cryptocurrency market continues to evolve in 2026, more users are searching for how to mine cryptocurrency on their phone with cloud mining. Compared…
TRON Network Integrated into Hyperlane, Expanding Interoperability to Over 150 Chains
This paid press release was provided by TRON and was not written by Bitcoin.com News. Bitcoin.com News does not necessarily endorse the statements made within this announcement. PRESS RELEASE. Geneva, Switzerland — April 8, 2026 — TRON DAO, the community-governed DAO dedicated to accelerating the decentralization of the internet through blockchain technology and decentralized applications […]
SEC Drops 30% Of Enforcement Actions, Calls Past Crypto Cases A Waste Of Resources
A Ponzi scheme worth $200 million. A fake token sale that pulled in $100 million from unsuspecting investors. These are the kinds of cases the US Securities and Exchange Commission says it now wants to focus on — not the pile of enforcement actions it quietly admitted this week were a waste of time. Related […]
DEX Stabble Urges Asset Withdrawal Amid North Korean Hacker Threat
The team of the decentralized exchange Stabble on Solana has urged users to urgently withdraw liquidity. Within a day, the platform's TVL dropped from $2 million to $600,000. EMERGENCY! guys please temporarily withdraw your liquidity instantly!Better safe than sorry. The new stabble team.— stabble (@stabbleorg) April 7, 2026 According to the statement, the exchange has not been hacked, and no funds have been compromised. However, Stabble representatives are concerned about future security. The project also announced a change in leadership. Later, Solana Foundation's Director of Product Vibhu Norby explained the reasons for the panic in a comment under the post. He stated that the team discovered that on-chain investigator ZachXBT identified their former CTO as a representative of North Korea. For anyone reading this and wants a more thoughtful explanation, I have gathered details here:— Team learned today that former CTO (let go one year ago) was the same person that ZackXBT flagged as DPRK— Fully new team acquired Stabble recently to take it forward— There is…— vibhu (@vibhu) April 7, 2026 Some users speculate that North Korean hackers may have left a vulnerability in the project's security. "Recently, a new team acquired Stabble to further develop it. There are no known vulnerabilities or issues, but the project aimed to be proactive and asked people to withdraw funds as a precaution," Norby added. Heightened cybersecurity concerns have persisted in the community since early April. The incident with Drift Protocol, which lost more than $280 million in an attack, is to blame. It was later revealed that the breach was orchestrated by a North Korean group. The perpetrators prepared for the attack for six months, gaining the trust of protocol developers through personal meetings. Back in March, North Korean hackers were suspected of attacking the cryptocurrency online store Bitrefill.
Bernstein Pushes Back on Bitcoin Quantum Threat Fears, Says It’s Not a Crisis: Report
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