The October 2025 Bitcoin and altcoin crash may have ended the bull market, but its long-term impact on market health may have been overstated.

The ethereum price prediction just got a shot of confidence after spot ETFs absorbed 23,039 ETH worth over $51 million in a single session, marking one of the strongest institutional buying days of the year. That kind of demand is bullish for the ETH outlook long term, but months could pass before the buying pressure [...] The post Ethereum (ETH) Price Prediction: ETF Inflows Hit 23,039 ETH, Pepeto Presale, and Why 2026 Changes Everything appeared first on Blockonomi.

TLDR: Strategy holds approximately 761,000 BTC, trailing BlackRock’s IBIT by roughly 40,000 BTC currently. MSTR raises capital via equity and debt to buy Bitcoin directly, bypassing ETF demand dependency entirely. Strategy added 40,332 BTC in the first two weeks of March 2026, posting a 3.0% BTC yield. Bitcoin recorded eight straight days of gains, with [...] The post Is Strategy About to Hold More Bitcoin Than BlackRock’s IBIT Fund? appeared first on Blockonomi.

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TLDR: Iran’s Strait of Hormuz Management Plan, passed in late March 2026, mandates Bitcoin toll payments.  Each fully laden tanker carrying 2 million barrels faces a Bitcoin toll of up to $2 million.  Bitcoin surged toward $73,000 as shipping firms faced the prospect of stockpiling BTC for tolls.  Stablecoins were rejected due to freeze functions [...] The post Iran Enforces Bitcoin as the Only Means to Pay Toll on Strait of Hormuz appeared first on Blockonomi.

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TLDR: Bhutan reduced its Bitcoin holdings by 70%, from 13,000 BTC to 3,954 BTC, since October 2024.  Over $215.7 million in BTC has moved out of Bhutan’s holding addresses in 2026 alone.  Bhutan’s last Bitcoin mining inflow above $100,000 was recorded more than one year ago.  Bhutan’s remaining 3,954 BTC is now less than what [...] The post Bhutan Kingdom Quietly Unwinds 70% of Its Bitcoin Reserve in 18 Months appeared first on Blockonomi.

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TLDR: Nearly 38.9M ETH worth $85B is now staked, removing one in three tokens from open market circulation.  Lido, Binance, Coinbase, and Kraken collectively control the bulk of all staked Ethereum holdings.  ETH climbed from $2,050 to $2,260 in seven days, with buyers absorbing dips after the April 7 breakout.  Reduced liquid supply means demand-driven [...] The post Ethereum Staking Surpasses 30% as Institutional Capital Pours In appeared first on Blockonomi.

The comments followed recent reports that law enforcement officials retrieved deleted Signal messages through device push notification logs.

Bitcoin open interest hit five-week highs while funding rates mimicked the BTC price collapse below $60,000, leading analysis to predict a new short squeeze.

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The debate over quantum computers and their risks in the crypto space is gaining traction as new insights emerge about the safety of XRP holders. A crypto pundit has shared information examining how exposure levels to these risks differ across accounts and what that could mean if quantum computing becomes a threat. The expert’s analysis […]

World’s WLD token unlock rate is set to decrease by 43% on July 24, 2026, cutting the daily release of tokens nearly in half under schedules already written into immutable onchain contracts. Key Takeaways: World’s WLD token unlock rate will drop 43% on July 24, 2026, cutting daily emissions from 5.1M to 2.9M tokens. Community […]

TLDR: Private credit funds saw sharp redemption requests in Q1 2026, affecting every major fund segment Carlyle and Blue Owl funds reported high withdrawal demand, with strict caps limiting investor payouts Major firms imposed withdrawal limits to manage liquidity amid rising investor exit pressure Concerns over software borrowers and tighter lending standards drove increased redemption [...] The post Private Credit Funds Face Rising Redemptions as Withdrawal Limits Expand in Q1 2026 appeared first on Blockonomi.

TLDR: Kaspa trades near critical support as price compression signals a potential high volatility breakout soon Descending resistance continues to cap price while buyers defend the $0.033 support zone repeatedly A move above $0.05 could shift momentum and open upside toward $0.07 and higher resistance levels Failure to hold support may trigger a sharp drop [...] The post Kaspa Price Near Key Support as Compression Signals Imminent Breakout Move appeared first on Blockonomi.

TLDR: Binance nears $1T in spot volume, maintaining a clear lead over competitors like MEXC and Bybit in 2026. Perpetual futures volumes reach up to $24T, showing consistent growth across cycles and stronger market participation. Futures trading activity stands nearly four times larger than spot, driving liquidity and short-term price movement. Competing exchanges like OKX [...] The post Binance Dominates 2026 Crypto Trading as Futures Volume Surges Past Spot Markets appeared first on Blockonomi.

TLDR: Tokenized treasury funds on Ethereum exceed $22.5B, dominating 71.9% of blockchain fund markets globally. JPMorgan, BlackRock, and Franklin Templeton expand on-chain funds, increasing institutional capital flow. Market growth accelerated sharply after 2024, rising from $10B to over $20B within a short timeframe. Ethereum evolves into a key platform for tokenized money markets and short-term [...] The post Ethereum Tokenized Treasury Funds Surge Past $22.5B as Institutional Adoption Accelerates appeared first on Blockonomi.

TLDR: WLFI token dropped to new lows following plans to unlock tokens for early holders, raising supply concerns. The project is managing about $150M in stablecoin loans, increasing pressure on collateral stability. Reports claim billions in WLFI were used as collateral to borrow $75M within a concentrated liquidity setup. High pool utilization near 93% may [...] The post WLFI Token Hits New Lows as Unlock Plan and Lending Activity Raise Market Concerns appeared first on Blockonomi.

Meanwhile, HYPE's price surged to a three-week high above $42.

Morgan Stanley turned up the heat in the bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) race with a low-fee launch, while Starkware outlined a way to make bitcoin transactions quantum-safe without changing the protocol. In Washington, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent renewed pressure to pass the Clarity Act as Anthropic unveiled an unreleased AI model that found serious bugs […]

TLDR: Ethereum trades between $2.1K and $2.3K as momentum indicators turn bullish after February’s sharp market correction. RSI climbs above 60 and MACD shows a bullish crossover, signaling improving momentum in Ethereum’s daily chart. CryptoQuant data shows ETH benefiting from capital inflows and tightening supply during the current market phase. Whale accumulation pace is slowing, [...] The post Ethereum Holds $2.2K Support as Bullish Momentum Builds While Whale Accumulation Slows appeared first on Blockonomi.

Launching PenguBot, Pudgy Penguins is taking a bold step outside of its NFT collectibles and community culture roots. With the launch of a simplified AI-driven trading assistant that aims to make user interaction with crypto markets easier. PenguBot is their first step into the exciting new world of agentic finance, with advanced AI actively aiding users to perform complex tasks. PenguBot is built directly onto Telegram, thus acting as a hassle-free entry point for traders of all levels. This tool integrates conversational AI with trading infrastructure, providing users the ability to manage assets, execute trades and monitor positions without leaving The post Pudgy Penguins Launches PenguBot: The AI-Powered Trading Companion Making Crypto More Accessible via Telegram appeared first on The Merkle News.

TLDR: Japan proposes classifying crypto assets under financial law to align them with traditional market regulations. A flat 20% crypto tax replaces higher rates, while allowing traders to carry losses forward for three years. Insider trading rules will now apply to crypto, aiming to improve fairness and transparency in trading activity. Banks may soon offer [...] The post Japan Advances Crypto Law With Tax Cuts, Trading Rules, and Bank Custody Plans appeared first on Blockonomi.

TLDR: The S&P 500 gained 7.6% over seven sessions, marking its longest winning streak since October 2025. Similar rallies since the 1950s occurred only nine times, showing how rare such strong momentum phases are. Historical data shows the index rose in 8 of 9 cases one month later, averaging a 4.4% return. Over three months, [...] The post S&P 500 Records Rare 7-Day Rally as Historical Trends Point to Further Gains Ahead appeared first on Blockonomi.

Prominent market analyst Sminston With shares data showing that Bitcoin is now at a pivotal decision point following a price rally last week. The premier cryptocurrency commenced April on a bullish note, recording a seven-day gain of about 10%, according to CoinMarketCap data.  This price surge amid an extended bear market has triggered certain market […]

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TLDR: March CPI rose 0.9% MoM, driven largely by a sharp surge in energy and gasoline prices Core CPI remained steady at 0.2%, showing limited inflation spread beyond volatile sectors Energy prices jumped 10.9%, with gasoline rising 21.2%, dominating overall inflation movement Stable core data supports a cautious Fed stance as markets await clearer signals [...] The post US CPI Jumps in March as Energy Prices Surge While Core Inflation Stays Stable appeared first on Blockonomi.

TLDR: TAO fell from $337 to $270 within 24 hours after Covenant AI announced its exit over governance concerns. Covenant AI claimed revenue was halted abruptly, and decision-making power shifted away from the broader community. Infrastructure updates were reportedly introduced without consensus, raising concerns among contributors about control. The project, once backed by major AI [...] The post TAO Drops 16% After Covenant AI Exit Raises Fresh Centralization Concerns in Bittensor appeared first on Blockonomi.

TLDR: Securitize has integrated with TRON, expanding tokenized securities access to over 373 million blockchain accounts. A new real-world asset product is set to launch on TRON, with full details expected to be announced shortly. TRON processes over $7.9 trillion in annual transfer volume, making it a strong network for tokenized asset distribution. The partnership [...] The post Securitize Integrates With TRON to Bring Tokenized Real-World Assets to a Global Blockchain Network appeared first on Blockonomi.

One analyst said ETH could be aiming for a brief pump before it nosedives again.

Running a successful crypto presale or ICO requires more than a good project. It requires attention. Investors need to know the sale exists. The crypto community needs to understand what the project does. Industry observers need a reason to take notice. Yet the vast majority of token presales and ICO launches happen with zero professional [...] The post Kooc Media Introduces PR Support for New Crypto Presales and ICO Projects appeared first on Blockonomi.

Ethereum processed more transactions in the first three months of 2026 than in any quarter in its history — 200 million in total, a 43% jump from the previous quarter. Related Reading: Global Authorities Move Against Crypto Phishing, 20K Victims Revealed That milestone came alongside a sharp rise in new users, with 284,000 first-time participants […]

Bitwise Asset Management filed another amendment to its pending U.S. spot exchange-traded fund (ETF) for Hyperliquid’s HYPE token this week, reconfirming its BHYP ticker and 0.67% management fee as Bloomberg senior ETF analyst Eric Balchunas signaled a launch could be imminent. Key Takeaways: Bitwise filed a second amendment for its BHYP ETF on April 10, […]

Preparations for Cardano's intra-era hard fork to Protocol Version 11 continue to gain steam.

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XRP Ledger has seen reduced participation as XRP payments on the ledger fall to levels not seen this week despite the mild price increase.

Shiba Inu's pseudonymous founder Ryoshi sealed SHIB's fate with a single move at its launch.

Meanwhile, XRP marked a minor weekly increase and it's close to the $1.35 resistance.

The number of Bitcoin millionaires has significantly dropped amid the BTC downtrend since the start of the year. This comes as long-term holders (LTHs) remain underwater, with BTC well below its current all-time high (ATH) of $126,000.  Number of Bitcoin Millionaires Crashes 14% A Finbold research has revealed a 14% decline in the number of […]

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Zcash (ZEC) has jumped 57% in the past week to outperform Bitcoin as the quantum threat shapes interest.

Online gambling is experiencing a generational handoff. The platforms that defined the industry for the past decade are still standing, still profitable, and still serving millions. But a new wave of players has arrived with expectations shaped by cryptocurrency, instant digital transactions, and gamified experiences. For these players, the traditional online gambling model feels like [...] The post Why Players Are Looking Beyond DraftKings — And Considering ZunaBet appeared first on Blockonomi.

The U.S. government moved roughly 2.44 bitcoin, valued at more than $177,000, from seized proceeds linked to a federal steroid trafficking and money laundering case to a Coinbase Prime institutional custody address on Friday. Key Takeaways: The U.S. government sent approximately 2.44 BTC, valued at more than $177,000, linked to Glenn Olivio, to Coinbase Prime […]

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US job growth stayed modest in March as AI hiring stayed weak, entry-level roles shrank, and workers reported more rework.

Ethereum is trading around $2,240 as markets navigate a tense macro environment. The Middle-East conflicts continue to dominate headlines, and inflation is pressuring retail liquidity. Adding a layer of internal noise to the picture, the Ethereum Foundation sold 5,000 ETH earlier this week, which drew attention from the community, even though it only reflects operational […]

While some proponents believe AI will bring about an employment boom, so far its effect has been to dampen entry-level hiring while delivering mixed results on productivity.

The token of the Trump-associated DeFi platform World Liberty Financial (WLFI) has reached new local lows amid increasing criticism of the project's lending model. Source: CoinMarketCap. On April 11, the token's price plummeted to $0.077, nearly 83% below the $0.46 mark reached in September 2025. Price Pressure The token's decline followed the disclosure of borrowing operations, through which the project's treasury raised about $75 million in stablecoins (including its own — USD1). The collateral consisted of 5 billion WLFI, controlled by the team. Following the news, the asset's price dropped by more than 10%, and its market capitalization shrank by hundreds of millions of dollars. Community Concerns Criticism is focused on the structure of the deal. Commentators note that the project used billions of tokens as collateral, allowing it to raise liquidity without additional external capital. This model is termed "circular financing," as it essentially involves loans backed by an asset controlled by the borrower. The company utilized the lending DeFi protocol Dolomite, co-founded by Corey Kaplan, who also serves as an advisor to World Liberty Financial. Dolomite is not among the leaders in the decentralized lending segment, ranking 19th in total value locked at $147.6 million. In comparison, the top two, Aave and Morpho, have $25.3 billion and $7.5 billion, respectively (DeFiLlama). Users have pointed out the risks of potential conflicts of interest and the concentration of WLFI liquidity in a relatively small protocol. This implies a critically high dependency of the lender on a single borrower. Commentators highlighted the token's shallow market depth, with a total capitalization of $2.5 billion. The need to liquidate even 5% of the total volume could catastrophically crash the asset's price, one critic emphasized. Project's Response World Liberty Financial dismissed the concerns, stating that the collateral position is not at risk of liquidation and will be increased if necessary. We are one of the largest suppliers and borrowers on WLFI Markets.Yes, we supplied WLFI as collateral and borrowed stablecoins. No, we are nowhere near liquidation — and frankly, even if markets moved dramatically against us, we'd simply supply more collateral. That's not a…— WLFI (@worldlibertyfi) April 9, 2026 The team also stated that it acts as an "anchor borrower," creating "exceptional" returns for other protocol participants. Additionally, the company announced that in the coming weeks, WLFI investors will be able to vote on a proposal to change the token unlock schedule. It is expected that early investors will gain access to their assets sooner than planned. Back in February, the project announced plans to launch the World Swap platform for currency exchange and money transfers.

With more activity on XRP Ledger, more developers are now active in the ecosystem.

US government moved 2.438 BTC to Coinbase Prime from wallets linked by Arkham to an alleged steroid distribution case.

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The Pepeto price prediction gets its strongest signal yet after Canary Capital filed for the first US spot PEPE ETF, proving meme coins are now serious enough for Wall Street fund wrappers, according to Yahoo Finance. The meme sector added $2 billion in seven days to $31 billion. That shift changes the Pepeto price prediction [...] The post The Pepeto Price Prediction That Has Analysts Drawing Lines From Presale Entry to the Original Pepe Valuation appeared first on Blockonomi.

The Bitcoin market could be facing another crucial event that would bolster its long-term integrity. This is highlighted in a recent evaluation of Japan’s Financial Instruments and Exchange Act (FIEA) reforms, which suggests a major impact on Bitcoin may come not from an increase in investor count, but from how its participant base evolves. Related […]

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The stablecoin sector added to its upward trajectory this week, with inflows reaching $1.367 billion since April 4. At present, the fiat-pegged token economy sits at an all-time high of $318.605 billion. Key Takeaways: The stablecoin market hit an all-time high of $318.6B, needing just $1.4B to reach $320B. USDC gained $1.27B in seven days […]

Bitcoin Magazine The Core Issue: The Role and History of Bitcoin Core Maintainers Bitcoin Core’s maintainer system began with Satoshi Nakamoto merging every commit himself. Today, trusted key holders like Ava Chow, Gloria Zhao and the newly added TheCharlatan control merges to the master branch—ensuring the $2T+ network’s stability through merit-based consensus. This post The Core Issue: The Role and History of Bitcoin Core Maintainers first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Juan Galt.

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Ethereum developers target the first generalized Glamsterdam devnet next week.

Explore the top quantum computing stocks of 2026: IonQ's record accuracy, IBM's enterprise focus, and Microsoft's Majorana chip lead this $4.24B market. The post Top Quantum Computing Stocks for 2026: IonQ, IBM, and Microsoft Lead the Charge appeared first on Blockonomi.

AI-driven customer success strategies are transforming sales teams into lean, high-efficiency revenue generators. The post Carles Reina: Customer success must evolve into a revenue-generating function, AI will reshape sales teams, and human interaction is critical for outbound effectiveness | 20VC appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Super Micro (SMCI) stock surged ~9% Friday after unveiling Gold Series pre-built AI servers that ship in three days, targeting fast enterprise deployment. The post Super Micro (SMCI) Stock Surges 9% on Gold Series AI Server Launch appeared first on Blockonomi.

Citi downgrades six software stocks while Piper Sandler warns of Anthropic agent risks. Hardware outperforms as AI reshapes the technology landscape. The post Software Sector Under Siege: Why Wall Street Is Sounding the AI Alarm appeared first on Blockonomi.

A suspect was apprehended after launching a Molotov cocktail at Sam Altman's SF home and threatening OpenAI's headquarters. No casualties were reported. The post OpenAI CEO Sam Altman’s Residence Hit by Molotov Cocktail Attack in San Francisco appeared first on Blockonomi.

Police arrested a suspect after a firebomb attack at Sam Altman’s home and threats near OpenAI headquarters Friday night.

Crypto’s transparent ledger makes sanctions evasion easier to trace, allowing authorities to track and potentially freeze illicit flows.

Bitcoin Charges Towards <$73K> Again: ETH, HYPE, and RAVE Fuel <Crypto Market Surge> The crypto world is buzzing once more as Bitcoin (BTC) pushes close to its recent high of . After a quiet weekend, BTC broke out and hit […] The post Bitcoin Charges Towards $73K Again: ETH, HYPE, and RAVE Fuel Crypto Market Surge appeared first on Blockmanity.

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Shiba Inu's circulating supply continues to deflate as network activity remains strong amid rising burn activity.

CoreWeave (CRWV) jumped 11% to $102 on Anthropic and Meta cloud deals, but insider sales and $3.5B debt raise questions about the AI infrastructure firm. The post CoreWeave (CRWV) Stock Surges 11% on Major Anthropic and Meta Contracts Despite Executive Share Sales appeared first on Blockonomi.

DocuSign (DOCU) stock dropped 6% after Citi's downgrade to Neutral with a $50 target, citing weak 8% growth and emerging AI competition threats. The post DocuSign (DOCU) Stock Plunges After Citigroup Slashes Rating and Price Target appeared first on Blockonomi.

SanDisk (SNDK) joins Nasdaq-100 April 20, ousting Atlassian. Analysts raise targets to $1,250 amid 2,640% yearly gain driven by AI and NAND demand. The post SanDisk (SNDK) Gains Nasdaq-100 Entry After 2,640% Rally as Wall Street Upgrades Pour In appeared first on Blockonomi.

Zoom (ZM) stock fell 5.7% Thursday as AI agent concerns from Anthropic and OpenAI triggered enterprise software selloff. Analysis of valuation and outlook. The post Zoom (ZM) Stock Plunges 5.7% Amid AI Agent Disruption Concerns appeared first on Blockonomi.

XRP community events begin April 13 with an XRPL audit contest and continue at Paris Blockchain Week on April 15.

Broadcom (AVGO) gained 4.69% on AI chip deals with Google and Anthropic, while insiders sold $14.8M. Q1 earnings beat expectations with strong growth. The post Broadcom (AVGO) Surges Nearly 5% on Major AI Chip Contracts as Insiders Dump $14.8M in Shares appeared first on Blockonomi.

SanDisk (SNDK) joins Nasdaq-100 on April 20, replacing Atlassian. Analysts raise targets to $1,250 as stock soars 2,640% on AI demand and NAND pricing. The post SanDisk (SNDK) Stock Surges 2,640% as Nasdaq-100 Addition Looms appeared first on Blockonomi.

The Coinbase Premium is on the rise again, suggesting massive institutional accumulation.

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Tesla (TSLA) stock receives bullish ratings from BofA and Morgan Stanley, who see the company's robotaxi strategy as a major competitive advantage. The post Tesla (TSLA) Stock: Wall Street Banks Bet Big on Robotaxi Despite Delivery Weakness appeared first on Blockonomi.

AI's transformative impact on coding is reshaping industries and driving significant market shifts. The post Jordi Visser: Bitcoin above $76,000 and Ethereum above $2,400 could signal market stability, AI demand prevents recession, and inflation may rise to levels not seen since the early 90s | The Pomp Podcast appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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XRP traded at $1.35 as Congress returned on April 13, with traders watching the CLARITY Act and new analyst price targets.

Bitcoin developers have introduced a new upgrade that will see a shift in memory capacity.

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PI has lost the $0.17 support after a 30% monthly plunge.

WLFI token crashes 12% to record lows amid Dolomite collateral controversy. Treasury buybacks 48% underwater as Justin Sun's holdings lose $11M overnight. The post WLFI Token Plunges to Record Low Amid Dolomite Collateral Controversy appeared first on Blockonomi.

Expectations are on the rise as the XRP community prepares for an event-filled week ahead.

Grayscale added HYPE, TON, TRX and other tokens to its Q2 watchlist as it also filed for a spot HYPE ETF.

As it stands, the country, Bhutan has liquidated about 70% of its Bitcoin treasury during the past 1.5 years, according to on-chain statistics shared.  That’s not a small adjustment. That’s quite a drop, particularly for a sovereign holder. Offloading 13k BTC To Just Under 4k BTC If we look at the numbers, the drop is pretty clear. In October 2024, for instance, Bhutan held approximately 13,000 BTC. Fast forward to today, and that number is down to approximately 3,954 BTC. At current estimates, that remaining stash is valued at about $280.6 million. Thus, in under two years the nation has The post Bhutan Has Sold Over 70% Of Its Bitcoin Holdings In The Last 18 Months appeared first on The Merkle News.

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A patch has been available for nearly a year, but millions of Android users may still be running vulnerable crypto wallet apps — leaving their funds and private keys exposed to a known security flaw. Related Reading: Japan Moves Crypto Under Financial Law, Toughens Penalties For Fraud Microsoft’s Defender Security Research Team went public last […]

OKX has made a strategic investment in Vietnam’s CAEX exchange to support its participation in a government-backed crypto pilot. The move reflects a broader shift toward regulated digital asset platforms across Southeast Asia. Key Takeaways OKX invested in CAEX to meet Vietnam’s $380 million pilot requirement, advancing regulation. CAEX, backed by OKX and Hashkey, signals […]

The Metaplanet CEO has reacted as the Japanese government establishes friendly crypto regulations, posing Bitcoin for more adoption.

Strategy now holds 766,970 BTC worth over $54 billion after buying roughly 45,000 BTC in the past 30 days, proving the largest corporate holder is not slowing down even with BTC above $71,000. The binance new listing calendar is where the next round of returns gets decided, and the presale filling fastest right now is [...] The post Binance New Listing Calendar Heats Up as Strategy Holds 766,970 BTC and One Presale Fills Fast appeared first on Blockonomi.

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TLDR: Attackers socially engineered OVHcloud support to remove hardware 2FA, enabling full account access within an hour. The phishing site used an Inferno Drainer kit and ran live for roughly four hours on March 30, 2026. ICANN’s five-day domain transfer lock gave Steakhouse Financial time to cancel an outbound transfer filed by the attacker. Steakhouse [...] The post Steakhouse Financial Confirms DNS Hijack, Says No User Funds Were Lost appeared first on Blockonomi.

WLFI fell to a record low after wallets tied to the project used 5 billion tokens to borrow $75 million in stablecoins.

BTC is close to $73,000, but will it chart new gains as the talks progress?

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Eternal Malware on Blockchain: Steals Crypto, Passwords, and More Blockchain tech promises security and forever storage. But hackers now hide malware on the blockchain that no one can delete. This new threat pulls code from chains like TRON and Aptos. […] The post Eternal Malware on Blockchain: This Unkillable Threat Steals Crypto, Passwords, and More appeared first on Blockmanity.

On April 10, the government of Bhutan sold 250 BTC for $18 million. Since the beginning of the year, authorities have withdrawn assets worth approximately $180 million from the national bitcoin reserve. THE DRAGON KING IS SELLING BITCOINThe Fifth Dragon King of Bhutan, Druk Gyalpo Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck, just sold $18M of BTC.Bhutan has sold approximately $180M Bitcoin since the start of the year. pic.twitter.com/IedWLUK8D0— Arkham (@arkham) April 10, 2026 According to Arkham Intelligence, at its peak in October 2024, the kingdom held approximately 13,000 BTC. Over the past 18 months, the sovereign fund manager Druk Holding and Investments has gradually liquidated about 71% of the assets. At the time of writing, the government-controlled wallet holds ~3774 BTC valued at $274.8 million. Bhutan's bitcoin reserve was built through state-supported bitcoin mining using surplus hydroelectric power. However, the last funds received into the national crypto fund from the Foundry USA pool operator's address were recorded on November 13, 2024. The transfer amounted to ~$0.9 BTC (~$75,730 at the time of the transaction). Due to the prolonged pause in replenishing the national reserve, journalist Colin Wu speculated that the state had ceased cryptocurrency mining operations. In 2025, the economics of bitcoin mining deteriorated sharply. Network difficulty, debt burden, and stagnant cryptocurrency prices led to the capitulation of approximately 20% of miners, according to CoinShares. CoinDesk suggested that the profitability of Bhutan's small-scale bitcoin farm suffered significantly under these conditions, and direct electricity sales to neighboring India proved to be considerably more lucrative. In the first quarter of 2026, the hash rate of the leading cryptocurrency network declined by approximately 6%.

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Aethir said it contained an ATH bridge hack, kept Ethereum supply intact, and limited user losses to under $90,000.

Bitcoin rose above $73,000, Ethereum reclaimed $2,200, and total crypto market value reached $2.53 trillion on April 11.

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Report says Iran may seek crypto tolls from oil ships in Hormuz, while analysts question whether Bitcoin, stablecoins, or yuan fit.

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WLFI fell to a record low after it was revealed that the project used billions of its own tokens as collateral to borrow $75 million in stablecoins.

The bullishness surrounding the Ethereum price has not waned despite its disappointing performance over the last few years. Investors and analysts alike continue to skew heavily toward the expectation that the altcoin’s price will rise. Crypto analyst Leshka.eth shared their own prediction recently, forecasting that the Ethereum price is destined to hit new all-time highs […]

TLDR: Stablecoin market cap hit $320B in Q1 2026, with monthly transfer volumes peaking at $1.8T. Systemic leverage compressed to ~3% after October’s deleveraging, reshaping how crypto trades. Corporate Bitcoin holdings crossed 1.13M BTC, with treasury strategies turning actively managed. Bitcoin ETPs attracted $18.7B in global inflows, with March alone bringing $1.3B net back in. [...] The post Crypto Market Drops 22% in Q1 2026, But Structural Quality Reaches Record Highs: Report appeared first on Blockonomi.

Tech giants' shift to infrastructure investment could reshape investor returns and market dynamics. The post Jonathan Heathcote: Big tech is shifting to physical infrastructure investments, foreign capital is reshaping US asset valuations, and labor’s share of output is declining | Odd Lots appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

A federal judge blocked Arizona from enforcing gambling laws against Kalshi as the CFTC pressed its case in court.

DASH has rocketed by double-digits.

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During a recent interview, President Javier Milei stated that the largest obstacle to dollarization in Argentina was that people did not want it. He stressed that even when the government has approved the use of the dollar for financial transactions, people still do not use it. Key Takeaways: Javier Milei admits his dollarization push stalled; […]

If you have ever left a Telegram signal group feeling burned — prices already moved by the time the alert hit your phone, the caller quietly deleted the post, and you were left holding a bag — you already understand the core problem that AI bots for crypto trading are designed to solve. Speed, discipline, [...] The post AI Bots for Crypto Trading: The Complete 2026 Guide to Automated Profits Without the Guesswork appeared first on Blockonomi.

TLDR: Trident’s RLUSD Ghana pilot targets 2.1M MSMEs with faster settlement and lower transfer friction. The rollout adds RLUSD/GHS liquidity pools to support stablecoin and cedi business settlement flows. Automated tax rails place blockchain payments directly into Ghana’s revenue collection systems. Mid-2026 remains the target launch window, pending regulatory approvals and system readiness. Trident Digital [...] The post Trident Digital Taps Ripple RLUSD for Ghana MSME Payments Pilot appeared first on Blockonomi.

This week, "Deconstruction" focuses on the search for the true identity of Satoshi Nakamoto, the evolving crisis in the Persian Gulf, innovations from Anthropic, and the capitulation of miners. Satoshi Nakamoto Unveiled Pulitzer Prize winner John Carreyrou from the New York Times suggested that British cryptographer Adam Back might be the creator of Bitcoin, Satoshi Nakamoto. The journalist analyzed thousands of cypherpunk posts and found similarities in writing style that pointed to the Blockstream founder. Carreyrou also examined hundreds of court records and emails. The investigation took 18 months. The trigger was the 2024 documentary Money Electric: The Bitcoin Mystery. In one scene, Back was sitting on a bench in Riga and tensed up when the director mentioned him as a possible creator of the first cryptocurrency. Carreyrou, claiming to be able to detect lies, found the cryptographer's behavior suspicious. Truce in Iran Iran rejected the idea of a temporary truce and called for a complete cessation of hostilities. The proposal, transmitted by Tehran through Pakistan, consisted of 10 points, including guarantees of non-aggression in the future, compensation for damages, lifting of international sanctions, and the creation of a security protocol for shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. Trump called the initiative "an important but insufficient step." On April 7, he wrote on Truth Social that "an entire civilization will perish tonight." The United States continued to deploy additional forces to the Middle East, and strategic bombers flew from the US to the region just hours before the ultimatum expired. Considering Trump's threats of "an entire civilization perishing," some commentators speculated about a nuclear strike. However, the US president stated that he agreed to a two-week truce with Iran on the condition of opening Hormuz. According to him, negotiations mediated by Pakistan yielded positive results. "We received a 10-point proposal from Iran and believe it could be an acceptable basis for negotiations," Trump wrote. Anthropic's Breakthrough The company Anthropic developed a new powerful model, Claude Mythos, but refrained from releasing it publicly due to high security risks. Instead of a public release, the firm launched Project Glasswing — an initiative involving AWS, Apple, Broadcom, Cisco, CrowdStrike, Google, JPMorgan Chase, Linux Foundation, Microsoft, Nvidia, and Palo Alto Networks to test the tool in secure conditions. The startup allocated up to $100 million in credits for using Mythos and $4 million in direct donations to open-source security organizations. Within weeks of testing, Mythos discovered thousands of zero-day vulnerabilities in major operating systems and web browsers. Among the most notable examples: A 27-year-old vulnerability in OpenBSD (considered one of the most secure OSs), allowing remote crashing of any server based on this system; A 16-year-old vulnerability in FFmpeg — a video technology used by Netflix and browsers. It went undetected by five million automated tests; A chain of vulnerabilities in the Linux kernel, giving an attacker full control over the device. During experiments, Mythos demonstrated not only outstanding technical capabilities but also unexpected behavior, as noted in its system map. In one test, the model was placed in a secure sandbox with the goal of escaping. It quickly found a vulnerability, executed a long chain of actions, and exited the environment. Mythos did not stop there. The neural network found another bug and gained broad internet access. Initially, it was assumed it would only access a few resources to communicate with the developer. Ultimately, the model informed him of its "escape" while he was eating a sandwich in the park and published the details of the breach publicly. Exodus from Mining The Bitcoin mining industry is undergoing the most radical transformation in its history. What once seemed like a forced diversification amid market instability has, by spring 2026, led to a complete rebirth of the sector. Traditional miners, who have long ensured the stability and security of the blockchain, are hastily retraining as data center operators for artificial intelligence needs. This shift is accompanied by an unprecedented "sale of family silver": companies are liquidating accumulated Bitcoin reserves to pay for Nvidia graphics accelerators and settle massive debts. Classic mining for asset accumulation is rapidly becoming a thing of the past, giving way to hybrid infrastructure models. But what future awaits the first cryptocurrency if hashing becomes merely a low-margin byproduct of renting racks for neural networks? The answer in the full podcast version: Subscribe to the podcast: Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube Deezer Yandex Music YouTube Music

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