Bitcoin Magazine Relics of a Revolution, Part I: Standing Outside in the Cold From Mt. Gox’s collapse to a defining protest, Kolin Burges’ stand became one of Bitcoin’s most enduring symbols of accountability. This post Relics of a Revolution, Part I: Standing Outside in the Cold first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Dennis Koch.

Meta (META) stock gains as AI advertising tools and Reels commerce features drive engagement and conversions across Instagram, Facebook, and WhatsApp. The post Meta Platforms (META) Stock Climbs on AI-Powered Commerce Innovation appeared first on Blockonomi.

SanDisk (SNDK) stock climbs to record $808. Bernstein sets $1,250 target with $3,000 bull case on NAND pricing strength and AI data center demand surge. The post SanDisk (SNDK) Stock Soars to All-Time High as Analysts Project 280% Upside Potential appeared first on Blockonomi.

Amazon (AMZN) stock rose 3.5% as Amazon Pharmacy launched same-day delivery of Eli Lilly's Foundayo weight-loss pill in nearly 3,000 U.S. cities. The post Amazon (AMZN) Stock Surges on Eli Lilly Weight-Loss Drug Partnership appeared first on Blockonomi.

Bank of Montreal has set up a new institute dedicated to advancing its artificial intelligence and quantum computing work, as the lender looks to strengthen its capabilities in emerging technologies. The BMO Institute for Applied Artificial Intelligence and Quantum will…

[PRESS RELEASE – Johannesburg, South Africa, April 9th, 2026] VALR, Africa’s largest crypto exchange by trade volume, has integrated with Onafriq, the continent’s leading digital payments gateway. This partnership enables VALR users across Africa to fund their accounts directly through mobile money in local currencies, significantly broadening access to digital financial services for millions of […]

Corning (GLW) stock climbed 11.16% after Zacks upgraded it to Buy and UBS maintained its $171 price target on robust fiber market conditions. The post Corning (GLW) Stock Surges Over 11% on Fiber Demand Optimism and Analyst Upgrades appeared first on Blockonomi.

GitLab (GTLB) shares tumbled 7.8% after Guggenheim downgraded the stock to Neutral, warning of AI disruption risks affecting over 20% of ARR. The post GitLab (GTLB) Stock Plunges Nearly 8% Following Guggenheim’s Bearish Downgrade appeared first on Blockonomi.

GameSquare (GAME) delivered Q4 2025 revenue of $18.5M, up 142% YoY, and achieved its first positive adjusted EBITDA of $1.7M. Full analysis inside. The post GameSquare (GAME) Achieves First Profitable Quarter with 142% Revenue Surge in Q4 appeared first on Blockonomi.

MSBT launched at 0.14%, below BlackRock's IBIT at 0.25% and Grayscale's Bitcoin Mini Trust at 0.15%, making it the lowest-cost spot BTC ETF.

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XRP is seeing a complete divergence from its price and bullish on-chain indicators.

TLDR: Google research shows quantum computers could break Bitcoin’s cryptography in as little as nine minutes.  6.9 million Bitcoin in Taproot and P2PK wallets already have publicly exposed keys vulnerable to quantum attacks.  Osuntokun’s zk-STARK proof generates wallet authorization in 50 seconds on a standard MacBook using GPU acceleration.  The prototype lets Bitcoin owners reclaim [...] The post Bitcoin Developer Cracks Quantum Threat With Wallet Recovery Prototype appeared first on Blockonomi.

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CoreWeave is expanding its AI infrastructure agreement with Meta Platforms to $21 billion in a partnership that will now run through 2032.  Under the updated terms, CoreWeave will provide dedicated AI compute across multiple locations to Meta Platforms. This expansion…

The Fartcoin plunge highlights the volatility and manipulation risks in meme coin markets, impacting investor confidence and market stability. The post Fartcoin plunges 28% as shorts rake in fat profits appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

BitMEX said commodity perpetual swaps volume jumped from $38.1 million to $25 billion in Q1 as traders flocked to 24/7 gold, silver and oil exposure.

Crypto exchanges are racing to capture the market share of TradFi trading venues, but tokenized commodities adoption remains limited by pricing and liquidity concerns.

Bitcoin Depot said a hacker stole 50.9 BTC, worth about $3.7 million, after gaining access to internal systems linked to corporate wallets.

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A Clash in Crypto: Ideals vs. Reality In the fast-growing world of blockchain and crypto, a big debate is heating up. On one side, hardcore fans push for total openness and no central control. On the other, builders like Yuval […] The post Canton Network CEO Hits Back at ‘Crypto Ideologues’ Over Blockchain Purity Debate appeared first on Blockmanity.

Workday (WDAY) stock dropped 6.5% after David Duffield's $13.9M insider sale and Anthropic's AI Managed Agents announcement rattled enterprise SaaS investors. The post Workday (WDAY) Stock Plunges 6.5% Amid Founder’s $13.9M Share Sale and AI Threat appeared first on Blockonomi.

Ford (F) stock analysis: trading at 10.1x earnings after $8.2B loss and 16% YTD decline. Ford Pro thrives while EV losses top $4.8B in 2025. The post Ford (F) Stock Down 16% in 2026: Is This the Bottom? appeared first on Blockonomi.

For years, crypto has solved custody, trading, and yield. But spending has remained the weak link. Many users can hold Bitcoin, earn yield on stablecoins, and access liquidity without selling. Yet when it comes to everyday payments—groceries, rent, coffee—friction remains. Converting crypto into spendable money often requires extra steps, fees, and waiting periods. But crypto [...] The post How to Spend Crypto in 2026: Debit Cards, Apps, and Real-World Use Cases appeared first on Blockonomi.

Binance Wallet adds in-app prediction markets, expanding access to on-chain activity. Binance Wallet today officially announced a new third-party integration that gives eligible users in-app access to prediction markets within the Binance app. Following an earlier beta-testing phase, the launch…

Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) extended their outflow streak despite a strong debut from Morgan Stanley’s new fund. Ether followed with losses, while solana declined, and XRP remained inactive. Key Takeaways Morgan Stanley’s MSBT drew $30.6 million, but bitcoin ETFs still lost $93.9 million amid uneven demand. Blackrock IBIT added $40.38 million, yet Fidelity FBTC saw […]

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North Korean IT specialists have been posing as ordinary developers to join crypto projects they later try to compromise, according to on-chain sleuth ZachXBT. 1/ Recently an unnamed source shared data exfiltrated from an internal North Korean payment server containing 390 accounts, chat logs, crypto transactions.I spent long hours going through all of it, none of which has ever been publicly released.It revealed an intricate… pic.twitter.com/aTybOrwMHq— ZachXBT (@zachxbt) April 8, 2026 An unnamed source provided the researcher with data from an internal DPRK payments server. The leak included 390 accounts, chat logs and crypto transactions. “I spent hours studying these data. They have never been published. The scheme turned out to be intricate: fake identities, forged documents and conversion of crypto to fiat at roughly $1m a month,” the expert wrote. How the scheme worked The computer of one DPRK IT worker, who used the handle Jerry, was compromised. Extracted data included IPMsg chat logs, fake job-seeker profiles and browser history. Analysis showed that on luckyguys[.]site—an internal payments platform with a Discord-like interface—the fraudsters reported incoming payments to their handlers. The default password—“123456”—was left unchanged for ten users. Their accounts, ZachXBT found, listed roles, Korean names, cities and coded group names reflecting DPRK IT-worker operations. 3/ The site's default password was 123456, which remained unchanged for ten users.The user list included roles, Korean names, cities, and coded group names consistent with DPRK IT worker operations.Three companies which appeared are currently OFAC sanctioned: Sobaeksu,… pic.twitter.com/rKYS0TR9BL— ZachXBT (@zachxbt) April 8, 2026 Three companies that appeared in the records—Sobaeksu, Saenal and Songkwang—are sanctioned by OFAC. Soon after the investigation was published, luckyguys[.]site went offline. Update: The internal DPRK payment site has since been taken down after my post. However all data was archived in advance. pic.twitter.com/9cRdopal5g— ZachXBT (@zachxbt) April 9, 2026 Operational details From December 2025 to April 2026 a WebMsg user styling himself Rascal discussed payment transfers and the creation of fake identities in DMs with PC-1234. All transactions ran through, and were approved by, the server admin account PC-1234. 4/ Here is one of the WebMsg users 'Rascal' and their DMs with PC-1234 detailing payment transfers and the use of fraudulent identities from December 2025 through April 2026.All payments are processed and confirmed through the server admin account: PC-1234.Addresses in Hong… pic.twitter.com/akyjmTbL5J— ZachXBT (@zachxbt) April 8, 2026 Accounts and goods were paid for via addresses in Hong Kong (their authenticity is still being verified). Since late November 2025 those wallets have received more than $3.5m. The flow was formulaic: users either sent crypto from an exchange or service, or converted it to fiat via Chinese bank accounts using platforms such as Payoneer. Structure and intrusion attempts Drawing on the dataset, ZachXBT reconstructed the network’s organisational chart, including per-user and per-group payouts for December 2025 to February 2026. Analysis of internal transactions revealed on-chain links to several known DPRK IT-worker clusters. In December 2025 Tether froze one such wallet on TRON. Jerry’s compromised device showed VPN usage and a trove of fabricated resumes. In an internal Slack, a user called Nami shared a blog post about a DPRK IT-worker deepfake job applicant. One colleague asked whether it was them; another noted they were not allowed to forward external links. 8/ Jerry's compromised device shows usage of Astrill VPN and various fake personas applying for jobs.An internal Slack showed 'Nami' sharing a blog post about a DPRK IT worker deepfake job applicant. A second user asked if it was them, while a third noted they aren't allowed to… pic.twitter.com/7ZdGbX91WT— ZachXBT (@zachxbt) April 8, 2026 Jerry actively discussed with another DPRK IT worker the possibility of stealing funds from Arcano (a game on GalaChain) via a Nigerian proxy. It is unclear whether the attack was ever carried out. Training and threat level From November 2025 to February 2026 the administrator sent the group 43 Hex-Rays/IDA Pro training modules. The coursework covered disassembly, decompilation, local and remote debugging, and other aspects of cybersecurity. ZachXBT noted that this DPRK IT group is less sophisticated than AppleJeus and TraderTraitor, which operate more effectively and pose the main threat to the industry. He had previously estimated the earnings of North Korean developers at several million dollars a month, and the latest data corroborate those figures. “My unpopular opinion: hackers are missing out by not attacking low-level DPRK groups. The risk is low, competition is almost non-existent, and the targets may be worth it,” the on-chain detective emphasised. How to spot a North Korean hacker A video from a job interview recently went viral on X, in which a DPRK IT worker was asked to insult the country’s leader, Kim Jong Un. Here is a video of a North Korean IT worker being stopped dead in their tracks upon being required to insult Kim Jong Un.It won't work forever, but right now it's genuinely an effective filter. I'm yet to come across one who can say it. https://t.co/8FFVPxNm8X pic.twitter.com/KXI5efMo5L— tanuki42 (@tanuki42_) April 6, 2026 The candidate did not comply—the picture froze immediately after the request. One reason may be that criticising the leader is a criminal offence in North Korea. The developer posed as a Japanese man named Taro Aikuchi. The day after the clip was posted he deleted his resumes from LinkedIn and his personal site, and changed his Telegram handle. In April, MetaMask security researcher Taylor Monahan said that North Korean IT specialists have been getting hired at DeFi protocols for at least seven years. Among the projects she highlighted were SushiSwap, Thorchain, Fantom, Shib, Yearn, Floki and many others.

Intel (INTC) stock soared 43% in six days to a five-year high after joining Musk's Terafab project and repurchasing its Irish chip facility from Apollo. The post Intel (INTC) Stock Soars to Five-Year Peak Following Terafab Partnership and Apollo Deal appeared first on Blockonomi.

Dubai's Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority releases three-tier token issuance framework, strengthening compliance and transparency for stablecoins and RWAs. The post Dubai Regulator VARA Rolls Out Three-Tiered Token Issuance Guidelines appeared first on Blockonomi.

Investors shift to utility-driven presales as projects like DOGEBALL target high-growth opportunities. Watching a $500 investment turn into a six-figure fortune is the ultimate crypto dream, and in early 2026, that dream is shifting from overbought legacy coins to high…

U Power (UCAR) stock jumped 331% in 48 hours after announcing a $3.19M private placement to fund battery-swapping infrastructure and market expansion. The post U Power (UCAR) Stock Rockets 331% Following $3.19M Offshore Funding Round appeared first on Blockonomi.

TLDR: Saylor says Bitcoin bottomed near $60K as over-leveraged miners and weak holders finished selling. ETF demand, better liquidity, and corporate treasury buys are now limiting Bitcoin’s further downside. Saylor calls quantum computing a theoretical risk, saying Bitcoin’s open-source code can adapt in time. Bernstein and Benchmark back Saylor’s view, though Google researchers warn breakthroughs [...] The post Bitcoin Bottomed at $60K, Saylor Says; Quantum Risk Called Overblown appeared first on Blockonomi.

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Solana (SOL) price potential emerges in ETH market cap scenario.

Whitestone REIT (WSR) surges 11% as Ares Management announces $1.7B all-cash buyout at $19 per unit, a 12.2% premium. Deal expected to close Q3 2026. The post Whitestone REIT (WSR) Shares Surge 11% on $1.7B Ares Management Acquisition appeared first on Blockonomi.

Bitcoin and Ethereum prices briefly surged on Wednesday, with BTC reclaiming $71,000 and ETH reclaiming $2,200. Despite the upside move, reports are showing that large investors across the market are heavily bearish toward the two leading cryptocurrency assets. Whales Bet Against Bitcoin And Ethereum Bullish momentum appears to have returned for Bitcoin and Ethereum as […]

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X is purging bots at scale, and crypto could be one of the biggest targets.

CoreWeave (CRWV) stock surged 7% after announcing a $21B AI cloud partnership with Meta through 2032, nearly 50% larger than their previous deal. The post CoreWeave (CRWV) Shares Surge 7% on Massive $21B Meta Partnership Extension appeared first on Blockonomi.

Meta Platforms is stepping up its presence in the fast-moving social commerce space, introducing new tools that connect creators, artificial intelligence, and advertising more closely to actual purchases, particularly across Instagram and Reels. The latest rollout signals a shift from…

Tesla (TSLA) stock drops 24% YTD amid reports of a new compact SUV cheaper than Model 3. Could this be the turnaround Tesla needs after declining sales? The post Tesla (TSLA) Stock Slumps 24% — Could a Budget Compact SUV Turn Things Around? appeared first on Blockonomi.

Bitcoin needs to regain momentum with higher trading volumes for BTC to reclaim $80,000 as support and sustain the recovery.

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Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent urges swift Clarity Act approval, warning that regulatory delays push crypto firms and capital to foreign markets. The post Treasury Secretary Bessent Demands Swift Action on Crypto Clarity Act appeared first on Blockonomi.

Barclays upgrades Marvell (MRVL) stock to Overweight with $150 target, citing explosive AI data center optical demand and 90% revenue growth potential. The post Barclays Sees 31% Upside for Marvell (MRVL) Stock on AI Optics Boom appeared first on Blockonomi.

Constellation Brands (STZ) exceeded Q4 earnings but shares dropped on weak FY27 guidance of $11.20–$11.90 EPS, missing the $12.44 analyst consensus. The post Constellation Brands (STZ) Stock Drops Despite Strong Q4 as FY27 Outlook Disappoints appeared first on Blockonomi.

Check out which cryptocurrencies will no longer be available on Binance from April 23.

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in Web3: When Narratives Turn into Legal Risks In the fast-growing world of Web3, tokens do more than just power apps. They act as tools for access, rewards, and team coordination. They also spark hopes of profit. This mix makes […] The post Token Communication in Web3: When Narratives Turn into Legal Risks appeared first on Blockmanity.

Bitcoin Depot revealed it lost just over 50 bitcoins in a cyberattack in which an unauthorized party gained access to its corporate systems and settlement account credentials. Key Takeaways: Bitcoin Depot lost 50.903 BTC, worth $3.665 million, after a March 23 cyberattack on corporate systems. Management deemed the event material on April 6 due to […]

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Applied Digital (APLD) stock fell 6.2% premarket despite crushing Q3 earnings with 139% revenue growth to $126.6M, beating Wall Street forecasts. The post Applied Digital (APLD) Stock Slides 6% Despite Blowout Q3 Results — What Happened? appeared first on Blockonomi.

AI-driven crypto tools are becoming essential as traders seek automation to manage volatility. In the ever-changing world of cryptocurrency, automation is more than just a buzzword; it’s a necessity. With the rapid rise of AI-powered solutions for cryptocurrency trading, traders…

Two key metrics point to a potential trend reversal in the leading cryptocurrency, noted CryptoQuant analyst Ignacio Moreno de Vicente. Bitcoin’s Stress Cycle Is Ending — But Not Yet Reversing“Risk remains present… But for investors with a cycle-aware framework, the data suggests we are closer to the beginning of an opportunity than the end of one.” – By @MorenoDV_ pic.twitter.com/3Ajya7zPJp— CryptoQuant.com (@cryptoquant_com) April 9, 2026 Sharpe ratio fell deep into negative territory, reaching -40. Historically, that threshold has coincided with the formation of long-term lows. In 2015, 2019, 2020 and 2023, breaks below that level were each followed by subsequent price gains. An indicator of buy and sell pressure adds important context, the expert noted. Durable cycle lows have typically formed in several stages rather than all at once. First comes a flush into the zone of maximum selling pressure (orange/red spikes below -0.05 on the second chart above). At this stage, forced sellers and panic-driven participants capitulate. Then, as market supply contracts, conditions gradually normalise. When the indicator returned to the blue “buying pressure” band (a signal of genuine demand resumption rather than mere stabilisation), the risk-reward became most attractive. “Right now the chart shows that the orange washout (capitulation) has already occurred. We are moving into the next phase. The delta is slowly returning but has not yet reached the blue levels. It is precisely this gap — between confirmed capitulation and the revival of demand — that has historically been the point for the most asymmetric capital deployment,” explained Moreno de Vicente. He cautioned, however, that macro risks, liquidity and fragile investor sentiment could prolong the process. Conditions for a trend shift According to Glassnode analysts, bitcoin is currently in a typical bear-phase regime. Bouncing in a Bear#Bitcoin bounced from $67k to $72k, but weak spot demand and softer futures activity suggest the recovery still lacks strong conviction, even as ETF flows begin to turn modestly positive.Read the full Week On-Chain👇https://t.co/ADIT9yu3C4 pic.twitter.com/S1T79HQ59z— glassnode (@glassnode) April 8, 2026 A relief rally amid a temporary truce between the US and Iran could lift the cryptocurrency’s price to $78,000 — the true market mean. However, there is still no meaningful shift in momentum. Two conditions are needed for a durable recovery: stabilisation of the short-term holders’ cost basis (it is still falling); a sharp reduction in losses for those who bought near the cycle peaks. The seven-day moving average of realised losses for long-term investors tracks this dynamic. Since November 2025, the metric has exceeded 4,000 BTC per day — a signal of capitulation among buyers who entered at the highs. The most reliable signal of a phase shift would be a sustained decline in this gauge to below 1,000 BTC per day, alongside a price recovery above the short-term holders’ cost basis ($81,600). At the time of writing, bitcoin trades around $71,400. The price is down 0.3% on the day but up 7.5% on the week. Hourly chart of BTC/USDT on Binance. Source: TradingView. Saylor is confident the cycle bottom is in At the same time, Strategy founder Michael Saylor believes bitcoin has already bottomed near $60,000, writes The Block. He pointed to a familiar pattern: downtrends end not amid improving sentiment, but when forced selling is exhausted. The latest decline, he said, was driven mainly by overleveraged miners and weaker participants who liquidated positions. As their supply dries up, the market’s balance of power shifts. Saylor listed factors that limit further downside: more stable demand for ETFs; improving liquidity expectations; a rise in corporate allocations to treasury assets. By his reckoning, conditions look asymmetric: as weak-hand supply is exhausted, demand for bitcoin continues to grow. Saylor also commented on the potential threat from quantum computers. He said these risks are distant in time and manageable. Any real threat would form gradually, giving the network enough time to adapt. Bitcoin’s open architecture will allow developers to implement quantum-resistant upgrades well before such attacks become practical, the expert stressed. On April 8, Lightning Labs CTO Olaoluwa Osuntokun unveiled a prototype tool to protect wallets from potential quantum attacks.

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Amgen (AMGN) stock climbs as MariTide GLP-1 trials demonstrate nearly 20% weight loss. Truist raises price target to $325 amid growing optimism. The post Amgen (AMGN) Stock Surges on MariTide Weight Loss Data and Analyst Upgrades appeared first on Blockonomi.

But analysts say the $3M loss on Hyperliquid likely masked a larger net gain through hedged positions placed on other platforms.

The crypto market fell 1.2% to $2.49 trillion on Thursday as investors remained concerned over the ongoing fragile ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran. In an April 9 post on Truth Social, United States President Donald Trump said that “all…

Crypto detective ZachXBT uncovered an internal North Korean payment server tied to 390+ accounts, chat logs, and transaction histories. The DPRK Crypto-Infiltration Saga, Part III (From This Week Only) The North Korean secret crypto-agents saga continues. The hidden network of North Korea–aligned crypto hackers have been slowly exposed on the social network X these past […]

Bithumb's error highlights the critical need for robust security measures in crypto exchanges to prevent costly distribution mistakes. The post Bithumb seeks to recover 7 Bitcoin after massive distribution mistake appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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The Ethereum Foundation has begun converting 5,000 ETH into stablecoins to support operations and grants, using Cowswap’s TWAP mechanism. The move reflects a broader shift away from routine ETH sales toward diversified funding strategies. Key Takeaways: Ethereum Foundation sold 5,000 ETH, worth approximately $11 million via Cowswap TWAP, reducing market impact on prices. EF has […]

Bhutan has moved another 319 BTC, taking the total to over 9,000 BTC since late 2024, and trimming its sovereign stash by around 70%.

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Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong argues that Bitcoin price turbulence is not the key factor as Morgan Stanley selects Coinbase for its Bitcoin Trust.

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The United States Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has urged Congress to pass the CLARITY Act without further delay, as Senate floor time is limited. In an op-ed for The Wall Street Journal, Bessent stressed the importance of the legislation, especially…

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says the CLARITY Act is vital to set clear rules for crypto, tokenized assets and decentralized exchanges, and that US leadership is at stake.

The decision closes a legal battle spanning more than a year, after Dunamu moved to overturn the sanction and halt its enforcement.

Crypto gifting emerges as new trend blending digital assets with real-world experiences. In the era of information technology, the world of cryptocurrency is becoming more alluring with its own charm and possibilities. As people exchange and create value in the form of…

Alibaba (BABA) dropped 2.9% after Jefferies lowered its price target to $185, citing heavy AI spending on Qwen and rising losses in non-core operations. The post Alibaba (BABA) Shares Decline as Jefferies Slashes Price Target Amid AI Investment Concerns appeared first on Blockonomi.

Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy) started buying Bitcoin back in 2020, kickstarted by founder and CEO at the time, Michael Saylor. What began as a small buying trend quickly exploded over the years, and now, the company has claimed the title of the public company with the largest Bitcoin holdings in the world. The company has now […]

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A trader using four coordinated wallets built a 145.24 million FARTCOIN leveraged long position on Hyperliquid, triggering a forced liquidation that cost the attacker $3.02 million and pushed $1.5 million in losses onto the platform’s liquidity vault. Key Takeaways: A trader using 4 wallets built a 145.24M FARTCOIN long on Hyperliquid, losing $3.02M on April […]

Gold prices steady at $4,715 as investors monitor the uncertain U.S.-Iran ceasefire and anticipate Thursday's PCE data that may influence Fed rate decisions. The post Gold Remains Stable Amid Middle East Tensions and Awaited Inflation Reports appeared first on Blockonomi.

Alphabet (GOOGL) stock leads Magnificent 7 in 2026, up 1.5% YTD. Analysts set $378 price target with Strong Buy rating on cloud growth and AI momentum. The post Alphabet (GOOGL) Stock Leads Magnificent 7 Stocks in 2026 Performance appeared first on Blockonomi.

Circle Internet (CRCL) director sold $121K in stock as Compass Point issued a Sell rating over margin concerns. Q4 earnings beat but headwinds loom. The post Circle Internet (CRCL) Stock: Insider Offloads $121K as Analyst Cuts Rating to Sell appeared first on Blockonomi.

In 2026, artificial intelligence (AI) has transformed the world of finance, with AI trading bots now helping thousands of traders generate passive income. These bots use advanced algorithms and machine learning to automate trading strategies, allowing users to make profits 24/7 without the need for constant monitoring. But, can AI trading bots really help you make [...] The post How to Earn Passive Income Quickly with AI Trading Bots: 6 Best Free Bots Reviewed in 2026 appeared first on Blockonomi.

AI startup Anthropic has introduced an environment for executing complex and prolonged agent tasks—Claude Managed Agents. New on the Engineering Blog: Building Managed Agents—our hosted service for long-running agents—meant solving an old problem in computing: how to design a system for “programs as yet unthought of.”Read more: https://t.co/YYaEub2QGV— Anthropic (@AnthropicAI) April 8, 2026 The solution is a hosting service on the Claude platform, enabling the management of long-term agents through a set of basic interfaces. The system can sequentially execute tasks, use tools, run code, edit files, interact with external services, and continue functioning even after failures. The Problem Previously, developers faced challenges when deploying AI agents: digital assistants would forget context, necessitating a reset; the model would prematurely end a task, requiring special "workarounds"; the neural network struggled with lengthy assignments. For instance, Claude Sonnet 4.5 could prematurely conclude a task as the context window limit approached. The Solution The cloud-based tool Claude Managed Agents handles all background processes, including memory management and error recovery. The main architectural concept of the new solution is the division of the agent into independent components. Previously, everything operated in one place: the model itself and the logic of its invocation; code execution; memory and session states; accesses and tokens. Anthropic divided the system into three main blocks: Session—a log of all actions and events. It acts as the agent's long-term memory, recording the history of steps and bypassing context length limitations. Control logic—this "conductor" calls Claude, decides which context to provide the model, and manages the work cycle. Execution environment—a place where LLM can run code, edit files, and interact with the environment. This structure allows each part to function autonomously—a local failure in one of the processes no longer leads to the closure of the entire session. Anthropic positions Claude Managed Agents as a resilient infrastructure layer that will outlast the evolution of models. It is akin to an operating system for AI agents. Previously, the company developed a new LLM Claude Mythos, but declined to release it publicly due to high security risks.

TLDR: A stablecoin yield ban would cost consumers $800M while increasing bank lending by a mere 0.02% of total loans. Community banks would gain only $500M in additional lending, representing a negligible 0.026% rise under the yield ban. Even under worst-case assumptions, a yield ban pushes bank lending up by just 4.4%, far below earlier [...] The post White House Report Rejects Stablecoin Yield Ban, Citing $800M Consumer Cost and Minimal Lending Gains appeared first on Blockonomi.

Costco (COST) stock gained 2% after March sales surged 11.3% to $28.4B. Analysts praise performance but cite valuation concerns at 48x earnings. The post Costco (COST) Shares Climb 2% Following Strong March Sales Performance appeared first on Blockonomi.

Olaoluwa Osuntokun, the Chief Technical Officer of Lightning Labs, has unveiled a prototype tool designed to protect Bitcoin wallets from potential quantum attacks. in the face of quantum adversary, a commonly discussed emergency soft fork for Bitcoin would be to disable the Taproot keyspend path (https://t.co/Gzx8NVui3N), effectively turning it into something that resembling BIP-360assuming an existing precautionary soft-fork to add a pq…— Olaoluwa Osuntokun (@roasbeef) April 8, 2026 The Problem Bitcoin employs encryption algorithms that are theoretically vulnerable to powerful quantum computers. If breached, public data on the blockchain could allow the computation of private keys, leading to the theft of digital gold holdings. To counter this threat, developers have proposed a protection plan. Initially, a voluntary migration: BIP-360 introduces a quantum-resistant type of wallet. Users can transfer coins to new addresses in advance.  However, migration takes time, and not all holders of digital gold will adapt in time. Moreover, the network contains old wallets with permanently lost access. As a last resort, an emergency brake mechanism is provided: the blockchain will disable the current signature system to block the possibility of asset theft. The main issue is that most modern addresses, including the Taproot format, rely solely on this signature system. If blocked, legitimate owners will lose the ability to confirm ownership of their funds.  The Solution  Osuntokun's solution offers an alternative for those who have not migrated but are not caught in the "emergency brake" trap. His system, based on zk-STARK, replaces the digital signature: the owner confirms wallet creation through a secret seed phrase without revealing it. This ensures that rescuing one address does not compromise others generated from the same phrase. The prototype is already operational. On a powerful MacBook, proof generation took about 55 seconds, while verification took less than two seconds. The proof file is approximately 1.7 MB (similar to a high-resolution photo).  Osuntokun noted that the system was developed as a side project and is not yet optimized. There is no formal proposal for integrating the tool into the Bitcoin network, nor any timeline.  Bernstein's Forecast  The team of analysts at Bernstein, led by Gautam Chhugani, described quantum computing as a "manageable upgrade cycle" rather than an "existential risk" to the first cryptocurrency. Recent research by Google indicated that significantly fewer resources might be needed to break Bitcoin's cryptography than previously thought. However, creating a super-powerful computer remains years away due to technical challenges and high costs. According to Bernstein, the crypto industry has three to five years to prepare. This time should suffice to transition to quantum-resistant standards. Experts estimate that cryptographically significant quantum computers may only emerge in 10 years. Source: Bernstein.  Adam Back, CEO of Blockstream, expressed a similar view in an interview with Bloomberg. He explained that Google's paper only addressed algorithm improvements, not hardware progress.  The expert stated that current quantum systems remain "extremely primitive" due to error correction limitations. He noted that even the most advanced demonstrations are trivial compared to what is needed to break Bitcoin's cryptography.  "The most complex calculation it performed was factoring the number 21 into seven multiplied by three. Something children in elementary school can do," Back remarked.  In April, Zach Pandl, head of research at Grayscale, described Bitcoin's quantum problem as more social than technical. 

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Oil prices rebound 3% after historic 13% crash. Goldman warns Brent could hit $100+ if Strait of Hormuz remains closed. U.S. crude stocks reach 3-year high. The post Crude Oil Markets Recover Following Unprecedented 13% Plunge Amid Hormuz Crisis appeared first on Blockonomi.

A new prototype from Lightning Labs CTO Olaoluwa Osuntokun could help bitcoin users recover funds if quantum threats force drastic network changes. The tool addresses a key risk in proposed emergency upgrades. Key Takeaways: Lightning Labs CTO Olaoluwa Osuntokun built a prototype to secure bitcoin wallets from quantum risk. Tests show

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TLDR: Oceanus and HashKey signed an MOU to deploy stablecoin settlement across Asian trade finance corridors. The partnership integrates AI-driven ODIN platform with regulated infrastructure to improve settlement efficiency. Stablecoin settlement enables faster, secure transactions for commodity trades including seafood, meats, and wines. The initiative targets the $2.5 trillion trade finance gap affecting SMEs in [...] The post Oceanus and HashKey Group Partner to Advance Stablecoin Settlement in Trade Finance appeared first on Blockonomi.

Dubai’s Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority has published a detailed guidance document detailing how token issuers should operate. Rather than introducing new legislation, the document interprets VARA’s existing Virtual Asset Issuance Rulebook, offering clearer direction on how different types of tokens…

Finding the right crypto casino in Venezuela can feel overwhelming. There are hundreds of sites out there, and not all of them are safe or fair. That’s why we put together this guide. We wanted to make it easy for Venezuelan players to find trusted crypto casinos that actually work well in the country. Crypto [...] The post 21+ Best Bitcoin & Crypto Casinos & Gambling Sites Venezuela: Our Top Picks Ranked appeared first on Blockonomi.

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Cathie Wood's ARK Invest purchased $27.8M in Tesla (TSLA) this week, continuing aggressive accumulation despite YTD losses. Details on recent trades. The post Cathie Wood Doubles Down on Tesla (TSLA) with $27.8M Weekly Investment appeared first on Blockonomi.

Dubai’s regulator issued new guidance placing token launches into three buckets, tightening disclosure and governance standards for stablecoins, RWAs and other digital assets.

Morgan Stanley’s Bitcoin ETF drew $30.6 million in first-day inflows, ranking second behind BlackRock’s IBIT as US spot Bitcoin ETFs clocked net outflows on Wednesday.

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Croatia is quickly becoming a hotspot for crypto casino fans. More players across the country are turning to Bitcoin and other digital currencies to enjoy their favourite casino games online. Finding a trustworthy crypto casino can be tough, especially with so many options out there. That’s why we’ve done the hard work for you and [...] The post 20+ Best Bitcoin & Crypto Casinos & Gambling Sites Croatia: Our Top Picks Ranked appeared first on Blockonomi.

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Block (XYZ) stock surged 5.39% as Cash App's banking platform expands and analysts project 34% upside ahead of April 30 earnings report. The post Block (XYZ) Stock Surges 5.4% as Cash App Banking Expansion Drives Growth appeared first on Blockonomi.

Introduction: A Silent Threat to Your Crypto Wallet Imagine waking up one day to find your Bitcoin wallet empty. Not because of a hack or scam, but because a super-powerful computer cracked the code that protects it. This is not […] The post Quantum Computers vs Blockchain: The Ticking Time Bomb for Crypto Security appeared first on Blockmanity.

TLDR: Grayscale Research believes Aave could become a household name in global decentralized lending markets. Bank of Canada researchers found Aave carries lower net interest margins than major US and Canadian banks. Aave operates continuously with minimal overhead, making it technically viable as a lending protocol. AAVE token buybacks through earnings burns position it similarly [...] The post Aave Could Become the World’s First Bankless Lending Giant, Grayscale Research Says appeared first on Blockonomi.

AI crypto trading bots gain traction in 2026 as investors automate strategies for passive income. As the cryptocurrency market continues to grow in 2026, many investors are turning to AI-driven tools to automate their trading strategies and maximize profits. AI…

Bhutan’s sovereign investment arm, Druk Holding & Investments, transferred approximately 319.7 BTC valued at roughly $23 million on Thursday, continuing a steady drawdown of the country’s state-held bitcoin reserves that began in 2025. Key Takeaways: Druk Holding & Investments moved 319.7 BTC worth roughly $23 million on April 9, 2026. Bhutan’s bitcoin reserves have dropped […]

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Netflix (NFLX) stock rallied 30% after walking away from WBD deal. Ad revenue doubled to $1.5B, with FY26 EPS growth of 24% expected. Full analysis inside. The post Why Netflix (NFLX) Stock Surged 30% After Ditching the Warner Bros. Discovery Deal appeared first on Blockonomi.

XRP's bigger decline since yesterday has cost it the 4th spot.

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Binance has named the next batch of six altcoins that will exit its platform by April 23.

Palantir (PLTR) stock dropped 6% after Michael Burry warned Anthropic is capturing enterprise AI market share, calling PLTR overvalued at 115x P/E. The post Palantir (PLTR) Stock Tumbles 6% Following Burry’s Anthropic Competition Warning appeared first on Blockonomi.

BNB price fell over 2% to $600 after paring some of its gains from Wednesday’s rebound. The level marks a key resistance as it aligns with the upper boundary of a descending channel pattern it had previously traded within. According…

Teradyne (TER) stock reached an all-time high of $358.29, up 12%, driven by Intel's Terafab involvement and growing AI revenue. Analysts maintain Moderate Buy. The post Teradyne (TER) Stock Reaches Record Peak as Intel Partnership Fuels Rally appeared first on Blockonomi.

South Korean crypto exchange Bithumb has filed a lawsuit to recover funds mistakenly sent to users in February. Key Takeaways: Bithumb mistakenly sent 620,000 BTC on Feb. 6, 2026, creating a massive $44 billion clerical error. The error prompted an FSS inspection of Bithumb to tighten virtual asset protection laws and control rules. Bithumb filed […]

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Cardano Founder Charles Hoskinson highlights the potential of artificial intelligence, referring to it as magic.

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Crypto exchange Bithumb has initiated legal proceedings against several users to recover the remaining 7 Bitcoin missing from the massive payout error in February. The South Korean crypto exchange has reportedly filed for provisional seizures, which will allow it to…

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Blockchain analytics firm Chainalysis has revealed that a significant transfer of wealth over the next two decades could transform the way global payments are made, with stablecoins likely to play a central role in this change for the broader crypto sector.  In a new blog post, the company projects that between 2028 and 2048 as […]

Explosive surge we have witnessed today on Wrapped Ethereum is really hard to explain and justify.

What is the to Blockchain? Imagine a supercomputer that can solve problems in seconds that would take today’s machines billions of years. That’s quantum computing. Experts now warn it could break the security of blockchains like Bitcoin and Ethereum. This […] The post Quantum Computing Threat: Could It Shatter Blockchain Security Soon? appeared first on Blockmanity.

Meta Corporation has introduced the AI model Muse Spark, developed by the new team of researchers at Meta Superintelligence Labs (MSL). Today we’re introducing Muse Spark, our most powerful model yet, giving you a faster and smarter Meta AI.Muse Spark currently powers the Meta AI app and website and will be rolling out to @whatsapp, @Instagram, @facebook, @messenger, and AI glasses in the coming weeks.…— Meta Newsroom (@MetaNewsroom) April 8, 2026 This is the first LLM since the company's CEO, Mark Zuckerberg, embarked on a multi-billion-dollar reorganization of the AI division to reduce the gap with competitors. The new department is led by Alexander Wang. The head of the corporation invited him as part of investment agreements with Scale AI worth $14 billion. Since then, the corporation has directed substantial funds towards attracting specialized professionals and developing infrastructure. Since then, the entrepreneur has spent billions of dollars attracting talent in the field of artificial intelligence and allocated tens of billions on infrastructure. Lagging Behind Competitors Muse Spark will form the basis of the Meta AI chatbot. The model is closed, unlike the company's previous products based on open-source code. The LLM lags behind ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini in some areas, but the project is in its early stages. The corporation emphasized that the model represents only the "first stage of the journey," with more powerful solutions under development. Meta focuses Muse Spark on efficiency and "competitive characteristics" in performing various tasks. The neural network was created over nine months and is viewed by management as a component of the updated AI strategy. Previously, the firm focused on open-source Llama models. Muse Spark was trained using several third-party open-source tools like Qwen from the Chinese tech giant Alibaba, as well as solutions from OpenAI and Google. “Like other industry players, Meta uses distillation with strict safety measures,” a company representative stated. Modes of Thought Muse Spark offers several levels of operation: Instant, Thinking, and Contemplating. The latter provides responses at a scientific level. Its integration into the Meta AI app and web version will occur gradually. Contemplating uses a group of agents for "parallel thinking." Users can switch between modes depending on the specifics of the request. Additionally, Meta is testing new monetization methods, offering third-party developers access to the core Muse Spark technology via API. The company announced that a special "Shopping" mode will be added to the updated version of Meta AI, assisting users in selecting and purchasing clothing. In February, Meta introduced the AI feature Dear Algo, allowing Threads users to personalize content recommendation algorithms.

TLDR: Yield promises no longer close RWA deals — investors now demand verified legal structures and default procedures first. Credibility built through clean repayment records outperforms any paid marketing campaign in the RWA sector today. Regulatory arbitrage across jurisdictions like Malaysia and Switzerland is becoming a core feature, not a legal workaround. Instant redemption and [...] The post RWA Marketing Shifts From Hype to Structure as Institutional Capital Grows More Discerning appeared first on Blockonomi.

The ETFs were also in the red yesterday despite the positive news on the Iran/US war front.

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In a positive development for the crypto industry, a recent study by White House economists affirmed that stablecoin yield won’t harm community banks, and its prohibition won’t have a meaningful impact on overall lending in the banking system. Related Reading: US Prosecutors Reject Tornado Cash Founder’s Defense Amid Push For October Retrial Stablecoin Yield Is […]

South Korean crypto exchange Bithumb files for a court-approved asset freeze to reclaim 7 BTC remaining from a February payout error.

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