TLDR Kraken confirmed that it confidentially filed for an initial public offering, according to co-CEO Arjun Sethi. The company secured a $13.3 billion valuation in April, down from its $20 billion peak in late 2025. Arjun Sethi said Kraken plans to offer institutional-grade trading tools to retail users. Kraken obtained a master account with the [...] The post Kraken Moves Toward IPO as Valuation Drops to $13.3B appeared first on Blockonomi.

Legendary venture capitalist Tim Draper is doubling down on his ultra-bullish cryptocurrency outlook.

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Austan Goolsbee has warned the Federal Reserve may need to keep interest rates on hold until 2027 if the Iran war keeps oil prices high and inflation stuck above target. Austan Goolsbee has warned the Federal Reserve may need to…

HYPE's price soared to $45, but data show weak spot volumes and rising leverage use as signs that market momentum may fade.

The decentralized exchange aggregator said users should refrain from visiting its website after a frontend exploit.

TLDR HYPE climbed above $45 for the first time in five months after gaining more than 20% in one week. Oil perpetual contracts ranked among the most traded assets on Hyperliquid during the price rally. Crude Oil generated over $840 million in 24-hour volume and became the third most traded market. Brent Crude Oil recorded [...] The post HYPE Hits $45 as Oil Contracts Boost Hyperliquid Volume appeared first on Blockonomi.

The Chainlink price narrative shifted this week when the protocol upgraded its Data Streams infrastructure to deliver near-real-time pricing for US stocks and ETFs on a 24/5 basis, giving DeFi protocols access to the same equity data that covers roughly…

Paxos Labs funding brings in $12 million to expand Amplify, a platform for yield, borrowing, and branded stablecoin issuance. The post Paxos Labs raises $12M, launches Amplify platform for onchain finance appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Web3 Security Crisis: in Q1 2026 Exposed Major Flaws In the fast-moving world of Web3, security remains a big worry. In the first quarter of 2026, projects lost a huge $464.5 million to hacks and scams. This happened across 43 […] The post Web3 Security Crisis: $464.5M Lost to Hacks in Q1 2026 Exposed Major Flaws appeared first on Blockmanity.

The dogecoin price prediction now sits at $0.0934 after a 70-day accumulation pattern squeezed into a descending triangle that analyst Ali Charts says is ready for a 30% move, per BanklessTimes. DOGE spot ETF products pulled in $1.34 million last week, the best single-week figure since January, but that inflow barely moves a $14.2 billion [...] The post Dogecoin Price Prediction at $0.0934 and Why One Presale Has DOGE Holders Rushing In appeared first on Blockonomi.

U.S. equities closed sharply higher on Tuesday, with the Nasdaq Composite climbing 1.96% and locking in gains for 10 consecutive trading days, underscoring renewed risk appetite in big‑cap technology. The S&P 500 added 1.1%, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average…

TLDR High Roller Technologies announced plans to launch a U.S. prediction market in partnership with Crypto.com. The company will offer event-based contracts across finance, sports, and entertainment sectors. Crypto.com Derivatives North America will provide the infrastructure as a CFTC-registered exchange and clearinghouse. High Roller’s stock surged by as much as 130% following the announcement. The [...] The post High Roller Stock Soars After Crypto.com Prediction Market Deal appeared first on Blockonomi.

Kraken co-CEO Arjun Sethi confirmed Monday that the U.S. crypto exchange has a confidential IPO filing with the SEC, reaffirming the company’s path toward a public offering despite a reported pause earlier this year. Key Takeaways: Kraken co-CEO Arjun Sethi confirmed the exchange’s confidential SEC IPO filing at the April 14, 2026, Semafor event. Kraken’s […]

Goldman Sachs has filed for a Bitcoin Premium Income ETF that aims to turn BTC’s volatility into yield via a covered‑call strategy built on spot ETF exposure. Goldman Sachs has filed a registration statement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange…

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TLDR JPMorgan CFO Jeremy Barnum warned that stablecoins could become a form of regulatory arbitrage under inconsistent rules. He stated that some stablecoin models may replicate bank-like products without adhering to traditional banking safeguards. Barnum emphasized that equal regulation for similar financial products is necessary to prevent an uneven competitive environment. He noted that yield-bearing [...] The post JPMorgan CFO Flags Regulatory Arbitrage Risks From Stablecoins appeared first on Blockonomi.

Two employees at Kraken improperly accessed support data, leading to an extortion attempt with threats to release internal system footage.

Genetic testing in IVF sparks debate over ethics and the balance between science and parental choice. The post Kian Sadeghi: Genetic influence on IQ is 50%, the ethical complexities of embryo selection, and the historical dangers of eugenics | Tucker Carlson appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Bitcoin Magazine Kraken Reportedly Confirms Confidential IPO Filing as Valuation Falls to $13.3B Crypto exchange Kraken has confirmed a confidential IPO filing alongside a $13.3 billion valuation. This post Kraken Reportedly Confirms Confidential IPO Filing as Valuation Falls to $13.3B first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

The PI network is heading toward its most consequential technical upgrade yet as Protocol 23 prepares to go live on May 18, bringing smart contracts, real-world asset tokenization, and AI App Studio integration that analysts say could shift how institutional…

Ethereum network activity is not being influenced or shaped by the current price action of the altcoin, which has been steadily battling with volatility. Even as the price of ETH has fallen sharply from its new peak, user activity on the leading blockchain network is experiencing robust growth, with more operations being carried out on […]

Congress returned from the Easter recess on Monday, and Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse used the moment to sound notably more confident about the CLARITY Act—the anticipated crypto market structure bill that has been stuck for months.  In recent remarks, Garlinghouse pointed to May as the most important month to watch for passage, arguing that the […]

Bitcoin Magazine Relics of a Revolution, Part III: The Suit, The Songs, The System A conversation with Afroman. This post Relics of a Revolution, Part III: The Suit, The Songs, The System first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Dennis Koch.

TLDR: NHN KCP partners with Ava Labs to develop a payments-focused Layer 1 blockchain on Avalanche infrastructure. The network targets sub-second payment authorization with onchain encryption for secure merchant transactions. Ava Cloud will enable NHN KCP to deploy and manage a customizable blockchain for real-world payment use cases. The project also explores stablecoins, tokenized deposits, [...] The post South Korea’s NHN KCP Partners with Ava Labs to Build Crypto Payment Layer 1 on Avalanche appeared first on Blockonomi.

The proposed fund would invest in Bitcoin ETPs and sell call options to generate income while limiting exposure to price swings.

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The PI price is flashing a falling wedge chart pattern on its 12-hour chart that analysts at Invezz say could push the token 22 percent higher toward the $0.200 resistance level, with smart contract catalysts and a Kraken listing adding…

Marxist ideology's influence on global events challenges traditional views on capitalism and societal structures. The post Emmet Connor: Marxist ideology is reshaping global events, globalism is a rebranded form of communism, and political labeling is a deflection strategy | The Peter McCormack Show appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

What is Happening in the Crypto Market Right Now? The crypto world never sleeps, and right now, all eyes are on Bitcoin. It has just hit a , a key price level where the uptrend might pause or reverse. But […] The post Bitcoin Strikes Pivot High with Emerging Divergence Signals: Fresh Crypto Market Update appeared first on Blockmanity.

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On Tuesday, bitcoin hit a peak of $76,120, driving its market cap to $1.52 trillion as investors pivoted toward a risk-on sentiment. This rally was sparked by potential diplomatic talks between the U.S. and Iran, which overshadowed the ongoing naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz. Key Takeaways: Bitcoin hit $76,120 on April 14, triggering […]

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Goldman Sachs' increased Bitcoin involvement signals growing institutional acceptance, potentially influencing broader financial market dynamics. The post Goldman Sachs doubles down on Bitcoin exposure with new premium income ETF appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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Bitcoin Magazine Bitcoin Moves Past Halfway Point in Halving Cycle as Supply Tightens Toward 2028 Bitcoin is now just past the midpoint of its current halving cycle ahead of the 2028 supply cut, while miners continue to face shrinking block rewards. This post Bitcoin Moves Past Halfway Point in Halving Cycle as Supply Tightens Toward 2028 first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

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ECB chief economist Philip Lane warned the central bank could still raise interest rates if inflation’s impact lasts longer than expected, keeping tightening risks alive even after March’s pause. European Central Bank chief economist Philip Lane has warned that interest…

Is this the start of a massive rally or just a temporary resurgence that would be followed by a brutal correction?

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The stablecoin news out of JPMorgan’s Q1 2026 earnings call Tuesday landed directly in the middle of the CLARITY Act negotiations when CFO Jeremy Barnum warned that yield-bearing stablecoins risk becoming a tool for regulatory arbitrage unless they are held…

[PRESS RELEASE – Singapore, Singapore, April 14th, 2026] Printr V2 introduces five creator-selectable fee distribution models, configurable liquidity, anti-vamp protection, and a new on-chain mechanism called Proof of Belief (POB) staking. Live on 8 chains from day one. Printr, the omnichain token launchpad backed by Bybit Venture Studio, has launched Printr V2, a full infrastructure […]

Bitcoin’s latest rebound has not done much to settle the argument among crypto analysts over where this cycle really is right now.  A technical analysis posted on X claims the market is once again tracing the same structure seen in prior bear phases, only this time with a slower tempo, deeper institutional involvement, and a […]

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The crypto exchange's move could signal a challenge to platforms like Kalshi through the integration of prediction markets, expected to be a $1 trillion market by 2030.

TLDR XRP rose to $1.37 after gaining 3.83% and ending a three-day decline. XRP Futures net inflows surged 294% to $46.15 million within 24 hours. Derivatives data showed steady inflows across 4-hour, eight-hour, and 12-hour timeframes. Short liquidations reached $1.59 million over 24 hours and made up 88% of total liquidations. Spot exchange data showed [...] The post XRP Futures Jump 294% to $46M as Price Rebounds appeared first on Blockonomi.

Cow Swap, a decentralized exchange aggregator built on Cow Protocol, paused its protocol Monday after attackers hijacked the DNS records for its main frontend at swap.cow.fi. Key Takeaways: Cow Swap’s frontend at swap.cow.fi was hijacked via DNS at 14:54 UTC on April 14, 2026. Cow DAO paused Cow Protocol’s APIs and backend as a precaution, […]

The Ethereum price jumped 8 percent to $2,370 Tuesday morning as Trump’s signals about potential Iran peace talks triggered a broad risk-on rally across crypto markets, with bitcoin touching $74,900 and the total crypto market cap approaching $2.6 trillion. Yahoo…

ETH derivatives open interest jumps 11.59% in 24 hours to $34.165B, with Binance, Gate, Bybit and OKX carrying most of the leverage as traders pile into Ethereum. Ethereum’s derivatives market has lit up again, with total ETH contract open interest…

Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan says the Iran conflict shows Bitcoins growing role as both digital gold and a neutral global settlement asset. The post Bitwise CIO says Iran conflict is showing Bitcoin’s geopolitical value beyond digital gold appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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Why Your Crypto Investments Need Diversification Now More Than Ever Cryptocurrencies can make you rich quick, but they can also wipe out your gains in a flash. Prices swing wildly due to news, regulations, and market moods. The fix? Build […] The post How to Build a Diversified Cryptocurrency Portfolio the Smart Way with BITW ETF appeared first on Blockmanity.

Ether bounced off multi-year support, while a bullish MACD crossover could signal that ETH is on the path to new highs.

The SEC's guidance highlights how protocol-level execution can reduce compliance burdens for frontend builders.

Visa Launches Anchor Validator on Stripe’s Tempo Blockchain: Boosting AI-Driven Crypto Payments Big news in the world of blockchain and payments: is now running an on . This move brings a major player from traditional finance into the crypto space. […] The post Visa Launches Anchor Validator on Stripe’s Tempo Blockchain: Boosting AI-Driven Crypto Payments appeared first on Blockmanity.

Bitcoin Magazine Satochip Announces Bridge Financing as It Prepares U.S. Push for Open-Source Hardware Wallets Satochip’s bridge round will fund local U.S. operations, sales channels, and B2B partnerships as the hardware company attends the Bitcoin Conference in Las Vegas at the end of April. This post Satochip Announces Bridge Financing as It Prepares U.S. Push for Open-Source Hardware Wallets first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Juan Galt.

TLDR Polymarket has launched an audit of copy trading startups over insider trading concerns. The review targets apps built through Polymarket’s Builders Program. Some startups reportedly shared suspected insider accounts with their users. The copy trading apps allow customers to mirror trades from high-performing accounts. The app flags large or unusual bets that may rely [...] The post Polymarket Audits Copy-Trading Apps Over Insider Concerns appeared first on Blockonomi.

TLDR Strategy recorded about $1.1 billion in STRC trading volume on April 13, marking a new company record. STRC trading volume increased by nearly 47% compared with its previous high. Michael Saylor said STRC delivered $1.156 billion of liquidity while closing at par. Strategy purchased 13,927 bitcoin for about $1 billion during the latest acquisition. [...] The post Strategy’s STRC Sees $1.1B Trading Day on Bitcoin Push appeared first on Blockonomi.

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TLDR The Ethereum Foundation has launched a $1 million security subsidy program for blockchain developers. The program will cover up to 30% of audit costs for selected Ethereum projects. The foundation partnered with Areta to connect developers with over 20 professional audit firms. Chainlink and Nethermind will help review and vet project applications. The initiative [...] The post Ethereum Foundation Unveils $1M Security Audit Subsidy appeared first on Blockonomi.

TLDR: Goldman’s ’40 Act filing requires a Cayman Subsidiary to hold Bitcoin exposure within regulatory limits. BlackRock’s similar ’33 Act product gives it more structural flexibility than Goldman’s chosen framework. Client demand for Bitcoin with reduced volatility and steady income appears to have driven Goldman’s filing. Goldman shifts from holding third-party Bitcoin ETFs to manufacturing [...] The post Goldman Sachs Bets on “Boomer Candy” With Bitcoin Premium Income ETF Filing appeared first on Blockonomi.

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TLDR Solana recorded $1.1 trillion in total economic activity during the first quarter of 2026. Artemis data confirmed that this marks the first time Solana crossed the $1 trillion level in a single quarter. The network posted a 6,558.6% increase in economic activity compared to the previous quarter. On-chain usage accelerated sharply in late 2025 [...] The post Solana Hits $1.1 Trillion in First Quarter Activity appeared first on Blockonomi.

Blockaid flags CoW Swap’s cow.fi frontend as malicious, urging users to revoke token approvals and avoid the dApp amid a broader wave of DeFi interface attacks. Blockchain security firm Blockaid has warned that CoW Swap’s primary website COW.FI has been…

The bitcoin price surged more than 5 percent Tuesday morning to touch $74,901 before settling around $74,400, its highest level since March 17, after Trump signaled Iran may be interested in resuming peace talks and CENTCOM clarified the naval blockade…

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Bitcoin mining operations in the US are absorbing a 47 percent increase in deployment costs after Section 232 tariffs on steel, aluminum, and copper stacked on top of an existing 21.6 percent duty on ASIC miners from Southeast Asia, pushing…

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Strategy Inc.’s perpetual preferred stock STRC just posted its busiest day yet, and the real headline is not the ticker tape theater but the simple fact that the company’s bitcoin buying machine found another way to run hotter. Key Takeaways: Strategy’s STRC hit $1.1B on April 13, 2026, setting a new daily volume record. Nasdaq-traded […]

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The payments giant is operating a validator node on the Tempo blockchain, taking a direct role in transaction validation as it expands infrastructure for stablecoin settlement.

Shorter after Morgan Stanley disrupted the market with its own highly successful Bitcoin fund, Goldman Sachs has filed for a unique structured product aimed directly at risk-averse, income-seeking investors.

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Introduction to a Growing Threat In the fast-moving world of Web3, security is key to trust and growth. But in Q1 2026, crypto projects faced a harsh reality. Losses hit over from 44 hack incidents. This happened even as networks […] The post Web3’s Off-Chain Crisis: $482 Million Losses from Hacks in Q1 2026 appeared first on Blockmanity.

Bitcoin Magazine Trump Fed Pick Kevin Warsh Reveals Stake in Bitcoin Lightning Startup Flashnet Kevin Warsh, President Donald Trump’s nominee to lead the Federal Reserve, has reported an equity stake in Bitcoin payments startup Flashnet. This post Trump Fed Pick Kevin Warsh Reveals Stake in Bitcoin Lightning Startup Flashnet first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

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Bittensor (TAO) bounced 7.5% on April 13 after crashing 20% when Covenant AI exited the network and dumped 37,000 TAO worth $10.2 million, calling the project “decentralization theater” according to NewsBTC. Grayscale still holds a 43% TAO allocation in its AI Fund. That headline splits the best crypto presale from entries that collapse under pressure. [...] The post Best Crypto Presale of April 2026 Revealed as Pepeto Crosses $9 Million: Should You Buy a Presale or Hold TAO and LTC? appeared first on Blockonomi.

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The crypto regulation standoff over the CLARITY Act shifted Monday when White House crypto adviser Patrick Witt told an interviewer that negotiations have cleared most remaining obstacles and that he is confident the final issues can be resolved, saying “we’re…

Citi adds Alphabet (GOOG) to 90-day Catalyst Watch, citing Q1 earnings, Google I/O, and Cloud Next as key drivers for potential stock gains. The post Alphabet (GOOG) Stock Gains Citi’s Positive Catalyst Watch Through July appeared first on Blockonomi.

Avis Budget (CAR) stock rocketed 264% in a month due to a short squeeze and TSA airport disruptions. Here's what investors need to know about the rally. The post Avis Budget (CAR) Stock Soars 264% in Just One Month — What’s Behind the Rally? appeared first on Blockonomi.

Rigetti Computing (RGTI) stock jumped 10% after launching its 108-qubit Cepheus quantum system on Amazon Braket, with UK expansion and Buy ratings boosting shares. The post Rigetti Computing (RGTI) Stock Soars 10% on 108-Qubit Quantum System Launch appeared first on Blockonomi.

D-Wave Quantum (QBTS) surged 12.9% today driven by CEO summit anticipation, quantum sector rally, and Rigetti sympathy move despite earnings miss. The post D-Wave Quantum (QBTS) Surges Nearly 13% on CEO Summit Anticipation appeared first on Blockonomi.

JD.com (JD) stock climbed 6% after Michael Burry expanded his position, the company hiked its dividend to $1.00, and Chinese stocks rallied broadly. The post JD.com (JD) Stock Climbs 6% as ‘Big Short’ Investor Michael Burry Expands Holdings appeared first on Blockonomi.

XRP ETF and investment product inflows reached $119.6 million for the week ending April 11, the strongest weekly figure since December and more than half of all global crypto fund flows, with Europe rather than the US driving virtually the…

The CLARITY Act entered what analysts are calling a do-or-die window Tuesday as the Senate returned from Easter recess with roughly 14 working days before midterm politics consume the calendar and the biggest piece of US crypto legislation in history…

This is an interview with Jonathan Levin, the co-founder and CEO of Chainalysis, a leading blockchain data platform used by over 1,500  government agencies and financial institutions to track cryptocurrency transactions and combat illicit activity conducted by Selva Ozelli exclusively for crypto.news. Jonathan Levin officially assumed…

Even as ETH climbed 35% from its February lows, funding rates on Binance stayed negative, implying traders were positioning for a correction.

A U.S. Senator might unveil a “compromise draft” aimed at settling the crypto-stablecoin yield dispute in the forthcoming CLARITY Act. Another Update On The Crypto Legislation Republican U.S. Senator Thom Tillis (R-N.C.) claimed this Monday he aims to unveil a draft deal this week to break the stalemate over stablecoin yield between banks and crypto […]

The Liberal Democrats have formally requested that the Financial Conduct Authority investigate Nigel Farage, leader of Reform UK, over his cryptocurrency activities. Key Takeaways: Liberal Democrats urged the FCA to probe Nigel Farage over a $2 million bitcoin promotion video on April 13. A record $12 million crypto gift to Reform UK sparked new U.K. […]

Hyperliquids HYPE climbed near $45 as oil contracts stayed among the exchanges busiest markets, boosting activity across HIP-3 markets. The post HYPE tops $45 for first time in 5 months as oil contracts lead Hyperliquid volumes appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Figure is adding auto loans to Democratized Prime and extending Hastra beyond Solana, widening tokenized consumer credit access for DeFi investors.

XRP transaction activity on Binance mirrors a 2025 signal that preceded the altcoin’s run to an all-time high. Could it happen again?

TLDR: Tether’s new wallet supports USD₮, USA₮, XAU₮, and Bitcoin across Ethereum, Polygon, Arbitrum, and Lightning Network Users can send funds via human-readable usernames like name@tether.me, removing complex wallet addresses entirely Over 570 million wallets already run on Tether’s technology globally as of March 2026, with growth accelerating tether.wallet is built on Tether’s open-source WDK, [...] The post Tether Launches tether.wallet to Put Self-Custodial Finance in the Hands of Billions appeared first on Blockonomi.

The XRP price debate took a new turn Tuesday when Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse publicly argued that XRP has a realistic shot at overtaking Ethereum in market capitalization, pointing to its cross-border payment utility as the structural foundation for a…

Wall Street’s biggest bank wants to make money off Bitcoin — without actually owning any. Related Reading: Crypto Security Faces New Test As Rogue AI Agents Emerge Goldman Sachs: A Different Kind Of Bitcoin Play Goldman Sachs has filed paperwork with the Securities and Exchange Commission for a Bitcoin Premium Income ETF, a fund designed […]

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Blockaid flagged a CoW Swap front end attack, prompting warnings to avoid cow.fi and revoke approvals as the DEX investigates the issue. The post Blockaid flags CoW Swap site as malicious amid front end attack appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Japanese crypto platform Rakuten Wallet has added XRP (XRP) as a listed asset and payment method, giving the token direct access to roughly 44 million Rakuten Pay users across Japan. According to Coin Bureau on X, “Users can now buy…

Federal Reserve chair nominee Kevin Warsh disclosed more than $192 million in combined assets through a U.S. Office of Government Ethics filing, revealing a sprawling portfolio that includes crypto investments in Solana, Dydx, Optimism, Polychain Capital, and Dapper Labs, with Warsh pledging to divest certain holdings if confirmed. Key Takeaways: Kevin Warsh’s OGE filing discloses […]

Boundless ZK-proofs bring enterprise-grade privacy to the XRP Ledger. Explore how new integration solves bank compliance hurdles for scalable, private cross-border settlements.

NVIDIA makes a huge step into the future of computing with its announcement of what it claims are the world’s first open-source quantum AI models for NISQ empirical quantum problems, icing model and publicly available information sets, Nvidia Ising. This initiative is a bold step towards integrating two of the most transformative technologies of our era, artificial intelligence and quantum computing. With this announcement, NVIDIA is no longer simply the leading company in generating GPU computing; it is at the forefront of architecting the next generation of computational infrastructure. That’s a big task, but with Ising, NVIDIA is going after The post NVIDIA Unveils Ising: AI-Powered Quantum Models Set To Redefine The Future Of Computing appeared first on The Merkle News.

Polymarket investigates copy trading apps over insider trading concerns, implementing stricter compliance measures as platform activity surges. The post Polymarket Launches Investigation Into Copy Trading Platforms Amid Insider Trading Concerns appeared first on Blockonomi.

Bitcoin rallied to levels not seen since early February after US PPI inflation fell well below market expectations.

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Kevin Warsh did not include the value of several crypto and AI investments among his disclosures as he awaits his confirmation hearing before the Senate Banking Committee.

Asset manager and financial giant Goldman Sachs filed a registration statement with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on Tuesday, for a new actively managed fund called the Goldman Sachs Bitcoin Premium Income ETF. Key Takeaways: Goldman Sachs filed for a Bitcoin Premium Income ETF on April 14, 2026, targeting current income via a covered […]

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Global Takedown: Halts $45M in Crypto Scams and Freezes $12M Stolen Funds Imagine spotting a hot crypto deal online. You click a link, a pop-up asks for wallet access, and you approve it thinking it’s no big deal. Suddenly, your […] The post Global Takedown: Operation Atlantic Halts $45M in Approval Phishing Crypto Scams and Freezes $12M Stolen Funds appeared first on Blockmanity.

Bitcoin Magazine $3.5 Trillion Goldman Sachs Files for Bitcoin Premium Income ETF Goldman Sachs has filed for a Bitcoin Premium Income ETF, reflecting a broader Wall Street shift toward structured Bitcoin income products. This post $3.5 Trillion Goldman Sachs Files for Bitcoin Premium Income ETF first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

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CarMax (KMX) stock plunges 13% after posting quarterly loss, weak retail sales, margin compression, and rising costs in challenging used vehicle market. The post CarMax (KMX) Stock Plunges 13% on Quarterly Loss and Margin Erosion appeared first on Blockonomi.

XRP is recording unusually high trading volume while its price remains largely unchanged, creating a clear disconnect between activity and price movement. With billions of dollars flowing through the asset as it trades sideways near $1.37, attention is shifting from price action to what this surge in participation reveals about current market behavior and what […]

Bitcoin reached $76,000 on Tuesday, as optimism over a potential U.S.-Iran diplomatic opening lifted risk appetite across global markets. After reaching $76,120 on Bitstamp, the leading crypto asset has pulled back to just above $75,000. Key Takeaways: Bitcoin hit $76,000 on April 14 after Donald Trump signaled Iran talks; risk-on flows lifted crypto. Brent fell […]

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IonQ (IONQ) stock rallies 16% to $34.56 after winning DARPA quantum contract, advancing scalable networks and hybrid quantum computing systems. The post IonQ (IONQ) Stock Surges 16% on Major DARPA Quantum Computing Deal appeared first on Blockonomi.

Revised PARITY Act would exempt everyday regulated stablecoin payments from capital gains, aligning them with cash-like transactions in the U.S. tax code. Under a new draft of the Digital Asset PARITY Act in Washington, gains on everyday payments made with…

Proponents of the flat Earth theory are using AI-generated videos to claim that NASA fabricated footage recorded by astronauts on the Artemis-2 mission, according to Futurism. For decades, conspiracy theorists have attempted to prove that NASA's lunar missions, starting in 1969, were faked. The latest mission is no exception. This time, skeptics are pointing to fake videos created with artificial intelligence as "evidence" for their claims. One such video shows a team of four people suspended on safety harnesses in front of a large green screen. The video features glitches in the overlay text, missing limbs, and an incorrect number of fingers on some hands. Another video shows a shot from inside the spacecraft. The camera captures four astronauts, raising the question: who is operating the camera? Disinformation expert Tal Hagin emphasized that the content was created using AI. Due to several anomalies, I believe this video is actually an AI-spliced video using 2 different images.The first image used was this screenshot of the Artemis II crew waving, while the second is an image taken of earth from one of the windows — AI was used to connect the 2. https://t.co/lFjvVg1BlP pic.twitter.com/uTqy4zeyth— Tal Hagin (@talhagin) April 6, 2026 The scale of the trend is significant. A search for Artemis leaks on X reveals the widespread nature of the trend — from footage of a fake moon hanging in front of a green screen to claims that NASA used AI and computer graphics to deceive the global community. On Facebook, the situation is similar — flat Earth supporters refer to AI-generated materials to prove the space mission was faked. Back in 2024, fraudsters used deepfake technology to swap faces with attractive women during video calls, deceiving smitten men into "investing" in cryptocurrencies.

The resilience of digital gold during the war in Iran aligns with risk aversion, according to Bitwise's investment director Matt Hougan and the company's head of research, Ryan Rasmussen. Bitcoin is apolitical money. When nations fight, the incentive to use apolitical money goes up.Since the Iran conflict began in late February:— Bitcoin: +12%— S&P; 500: -1%— Gold: -10%Expect bitcoin increasingly to act as a hedge against geopolitical chaos. pic.twitter.com/JrzXMW0zNd— Bitwise (@Bitwise) April 14, 2026 Since the onset of the Middle East conflict, Bitcoin's price has risen by 12%, while the S&P; 500 and gold have fallen by 1% and 10%, respectively. This trend contradicts the notion that during geopolitical shocks, the leading cryptocurrency behaves as a high-risk asset. However, experts have deemed this perspective erroneous. "Chaos is a ladder," they wrote. According to them, Bitcoin's rally is a consequence of the conflict: cracks in the global financial system enhance the appeal of non-sovereign money. Two Bets in One Hougan and Rasmussen described the first cryptocurrency as "two bets in one." The first is well-known: competing with gold for the status of a store of value. The second, as a settlement currency in international trade, once seemed unlikely but is now rapidly gaining momentum. The experts linked this shift to the weaponization of financial infrastructure. Following Russia's disconnection from SWIFT in 2022, trade increasingly occurs through alternative systems, particularly Chinese ones. As a result, the dollar is gradually losing ground on the periphery, creating a niche for non-dollar payment systems. Recent events have only strengthened this trend, the specialists noted. Reports of Iran's readiness to accept Bitcoin as payment for oil transit signal a desire to bypass traditional systems, even if only experimentally. Bitwise acknowledged that sanctions remain in place, and blockchain transparency limits illegal use. However, the broader signal is more significant: geopolitical fragmentation is pushing countries to seek apolitical alternatives. $1 Million as a Starting Point Experts believe these changes directly impact Bitcoin's valuation. They compared the cryptocurrency's currency scenario to an out-of-the-money call option: its price rises with the likelihood of adoption and global volatility. "The probabilistic part is simple: a call option to buy a stock at $120 becomes more expensive when the stock rises from $100 to $110. Volatility is more complex, but the principle is the same: if a $100 stock becomes twice as volatile, the probability of reaching $120 increases—simply due to stronger fluctuations," Hougan and Rasmussen explained. Both conditions are met: the conflict has undermined the global currency order while simultaneously bringing Bitcoin closer to the role of a real settlement medium. The role of digital gold is changing: Bitwise expects Bitcoin to become a hedge against geopolitical chaos, rather than just a speculative asset dependent on liquidity. This also alters long-term expectations. If the asset establishes itself as a store of value and a unit of account, current price targets may be underestimated. Experts now consider a $1 million rate as a baseline, not a ceiling. At the time of writing, the leading cryptocurrency is trading around $75,200—the highest since early February. Over the past 24 hours, the coin's quotes have jumped by 4.5%. Hourly chart of BTC/USDT on Binance. Source: TradingView. Macro analyst Jordi Visser identified breaking the $76,000 mark as a key condition for establishing a bullish trend.

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Crypto mining service BeMine has launched a new promotional campaign titled “The Great Bitcoin Mining Expedition”, timed to coincide with the company’s eighth anniversary on April 20. Inspired by the aesthetics and mechanics of popular co-op games such as Deep Rock Galactic and Helldivers, the campaign reimagines crypto mining as a full-scale interactive expedition. Instead [...] The post “Helldivers” and “Deep Rock Galactic”, ASIC NFTs and PAWA token. What’s inside of the BeMine 8th anniversary crossover? appeared first on Blockonomi.

The U.S. Department of Justice has launched a compensation process for victims of the $4 billion Onecoin fraud. More than $40 million in recovered assets will be distributed to eligible claimants. Key Takeaways: U.S. DOJ launched claims for Onecoin victims, distributing $40 million from a $4 billion fraud case. The scam investment, which ran from […]

Crypto market volatility underscores geopolitical tensions' influence on digital assets, highlighting their sensitivity to global events. The post Bitcoin nears $76K as fresh Iran talks reports lift crypto markets appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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Michael Saylor shifts from pitching Bitcoin to pitching STRC, a low-volatility instrument that absorbed 19,186 BTC in 10 days, combining money market stability with high liquidity and returns.

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