The John McPepe meme coin project has officially announced their launch party in Las Vegas, marking a historic intersection of internet meme culture and the defiant legacy of JOHN MCAFEE. The launch is planned for April 29th with a series of events in Las Vegas, including Afroman, Shooter McGavin, Riff Raff, Bobby Shmurda, and many [...] The post Janice McAfee Announces The John McPepe Launch Party Featuring An Elite Line Up Of Musicians, Artists, and Freedom Fighters.. April 29th In Las Vegas appeared first on Blockonomi.

Qubic says it has fully transitioned into its Dogecoin-focused mining architecture, marking the start of “Phase 3” and removing Monero (XMR) from its operational stack. The shift consolidates resources into a dual-track system that simultaneously mines Dogecoin (DOGE) and trains its internal AI framework, Aigarth. Qubic Fully Shifts From Monero To Dogecoin The change, announced […]

Fold Holdings (FLD) stock fell 3.95% before rebounding after launching a Bitcoin employee bonus platform that lets companies offer BTC rewards seamlessly. The post Fold Holdings (FLD) Stock Dips 3.95% Before Bouncing Back on Bitcoin Employee Bonus Program Launch appeared first on Blockonomi.

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Tempus AI (TEM) stock fell 7.33% after announcing a precision medicine partnership with USC Keck Medicine covering 1.5M+ patient visits annually. The post Tempus AI (TEM) Stock Drops 7% Despite Landmark USC Medical Partnership appeared first on Blockonomi.

TLDR: Meta will deploy tens of millions of AWS Graviton cores for expanding AI infrastructure demands The deal makes Meta one of the world’s largest AWS Graviton customers for compute capacity Agentic AI workloads require stronger CPU power for reasoning, search, and task execution Meta says diversified infrastructure helps match the right compute to the [...] The post Meta Expands AI Infrastructure With AWS Graviton Deal for Agentic AI appeared first on Blockonomi.

Increased US pressure on Iran could destabilize the region, impacting global oil markets and heightening geopolitical tensions. The post US tightens grip on Iran with new sanctions, naval blockade at Hormuz appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Hezbollah's skepticism highlights the fragile nature of ceasefires, potentially impacting regional stability and future diplomatic efforts. The post Hezbollah calls Israel-Lebanon ceasefire “meaningless” amid ongoing tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The deployment signals potential escalation in regional military readiness, impacting diplomatic efforts and market perceptions of stability. The post US refueling aircraft stationed at Israel’s Ben Gurion amid Iran tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

China's crypto crackdown may dampen global market confidence, but traders view it as regulatory noise, maintaining stable Bitcoin predictions. The post China tightens crypto crackdown with new marketing rules appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

For the first time in its 51-year history, Microsoft will offer some employees the option to voluntarily leave with compensation. This was reported by CNBC, citing sources. The program applies to approximately 7% of its U.S. workforce. Employees at the senior director level and below, whose combined age and tenure equal 70 years or more, are eligible for early retirement. Eligible employees will receive details on May 7. Last year, the company reduced expenses through several rounds of layoffs. Simultaneously, Microsoft is increasing its investments in data centers. “We hope the program will provide an opportunity to take the next step with generous support from the firm,” wrote Microsoft’s Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer Amy Coleman in a memo. Tech giants continue to reduce staff amid the rise of artificial intelligence and automation. Meta plans to lay off 10% of its employees starting May 20. Additional optimization is being considered by the end of the year. It encourages the use of AI agents for programming and other tasks, even if it slows down work in the short term. Amazon has terminated contracts with 30,000 employees over the past few months. In February, Block reduced nearly half of its workforce. Copilot Enhancements Microsoft has made Copilot features in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint available to all users. The AI assistant can perform multi-step actions directly in documents, spreadsheets, and presentations. The company noted that the features introduced in September 2025 were limited due to insufficiently powerful models. The assistant could answer questions but struggled with agent-like functions such as making changes to a document. Over the past year, neural networks have significantly improved in following instructions. In Word, the assistant now turns drafts into finished text: it creates outlines, rewrites material, and selects the appropriate style and tone. In Excel, it can analyze data, build analytical reports with explanations, create formulas, and visualizations. In PowerPoint, it can update layouts based on theses and data. Microsoft is testing the integration of functions similar to OpenClaw in its Microsoft 365 Copilot service.

Chinese AI startup DeepSeek has released a preview of its new line of language models. The flagship V4-Pro has surpassed Claude Opus 4.6 and GPT-5.4, becoming the best open system available.  🚀 DeepSeek-V4 Preview is officially live & open-sourced! Welcome to the era of cost-effective 1M context length.🔹 DeepSeek-V4-Pro: 1.6T total / 49B active params. Performance rivaling the world's top closed-source models.🔹 DeepSeek-V4-Flash: 284B total / 13B active params.… pic.twitter.com/n1AgwMIymu— DeepSeek (@deepseek_ai) April 24, 2026 Architecture and Scale  The V4-Pro model comprises approximately 1.6 trillion parameters, but only 49 billion are used at each step. The second version, V4-Flash, has a total scale of 284 billion, with 13 billion activated.  Both models are built on a Mixture of Experts (MoE) architecture: only the subnetworks relevant to the task are activated for each token. This approach is more cost-effective than fully dense architectures while maintaining performance. Pre-training was conducted on a corpus exceeding 32 trillion tokens. Developers then fine-tuned the models in stages, dedicating separate blocks for coding, mathematics, logic, and instruction following. The final version integrates these skills through distillation. Long Context Made Affordable A key distinction of V4 is the optimization for processing long sequences. While a 1 million token context window exists in other models, its use typically involves high costs and delays.  DeepSeek announced that the new version significantly reduced the resource demands of such operations. Compared to V3.2, V4-Pro requires about 27% of the computations and 10% of the memory KV cache when working with maximum context. For V4-Flash, the figures are approximately 10% and 7%, respectively. Source: Hugging Face.  The team achieved this through a hybrid attention architecture: two mechanisms compress data and reduce load when handling long texts. Special hyperconnections were also used for stability, and the Muon optimizer accelerated training. Reasoning Modes and Agent Capabilities DeepSeek V4 supports three reasoning modes: Non-think — quick responses to simple questions without additional analysis.  Think High — deep analysis for complex tasks and planning.  Think Max — maximum mode: the model outlines each step and checks all options.   In agent tasks, the Max mode now retains the chain of intermediate steps within a single task. In the previous version, some of this context was lost during user interaction.  Testing Results According to DeepSeek, the flagship version shows results comparable to leading systems in several areas: In programming tasks on Codeforces, the model achieved a rating of 3206 — 23rd place among active programmers worldwide, on par with GPT-5.4; In mathematics, it scored 95.2 on HMMT 2026 and 89.8 on IMOAnswerBench, surpassing most competitors; In SimpleQA Verified knowledge, it scored 57.9 (Opus 4.6 — 46.2, but Gemini 3.1 Pro — 75.6). In Reasoning, the models lag behind GPT-5.4 and Gemini 3.1 Pro by only three to six months; In DeepSeek's internal test, including development, debugging, and refactoring tasks, the model achieved 67% — between Sonnet 4.5 (47%) and Opus 4.5 (70%); In agent scenarios and development tasks, V4-Pro-Max demonstrated 80.6% on SWE Verified and 67.9% on Terminal Bench. Source: Hugging Face.  V4 was specifically trained on real-world scenarios: data analysis, reports, document editing, and internet searches with iterative tool use. To assess the model's suitability for real development, the startup conducted internal testing on tasks from its engineers. In a survey of 85 developers and researchers, 52% stated they are ready to use V4-Pro as their primary coding model, while another 39% indicated they are inclined to do so. Back in April, OpenAI released GPT-5.5. The model is positioned as "a new level of intelligence for real work and agent management."

TLDR: Belarus crypto banks can now operate with around 26 cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin and Ethereum. Services include staking, crypto lending, collateral-backed loans, and digital asset custody. Decree No. 19 requires crypto banks to register as HTP residents and joint-stock companies. The National Bank will directly supervise crypto banks under Belarus’s regulated financial system. Belarus is [...] The post Belarus Crypto Banks Open Door to Bitcoin, Ethereum and 26 Digital Assets appeared first on Blockonomi.

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TLDR: Sui Dollar eliminates transaction fees entirely, making money transfers as free as sending a text message today. Sui’s Hashi framework unlocks Bitcoin as collateral without wrapping, targeting up to $150 billion in dormant liquidity. AI agents now have a programmable, yield bearing settlement layer in Sui Dollar built natively for autonomous finance. zkLogin and [...] The post Why Sui Is Becoming the Infrastructure Backbone of Global Commerce in 2026 appeared first on Blockonomi.

Expedia (EXPE) stock plunged 5.4% after announcing Derek Andersen as new CFO, effective May 11—just days before Q1 earnings. Details on the transition. The post Expedia (EXPE) Stock Plunges 5.4% on Sudden CFO Transition Ahead of Earnings appeared first on Blockonomi.

Marvell (MRVL) jumped 5.24% on Polariton acquisition news, Google AI chip partnership rumors, and analyst price targets hitting $170. YTD returns at 85%. The post Marvell (MRVL) Stock Jumps 5% on Polariton Deal, Google Rumors, and Wall Street Upgrades appeared first on Blockonomi.

IREN stock surged 7.5% Thursday as analysts highlight AI data center growth, Microsoft deal, and projected $2.92B revenue despite dilution and debt concerns. The post IREN Stock Jumps 7.5% Amid Bullish AI Infrastructure Outlook appeared first on Blockonomi.

Solana is trading within an ascending channel, with $90 capping its upside over the past week and acting as a key breakout level. According to data from crypto.news, Solana (SOL) dropped from its Wednesday high of $89 to $85 on…

PIMCO's investment highlights potential volatility in oil markets, influenced by geopolitical tensions and uncertain supply dynamics. The post PIMCO invests $10B in Middle East amid US-Israel-Iran tensions, oil market eyes $90 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Intel's earnings boost positions it as a stronger competitor, potentially narrowing the market cap gap with NVIDIA if growth persists. The post Intel stock surges 25% pre-market on strong Q1 earnings, Foundry growth appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The crackdown on Chinese firms may strain US-China tech relations, impacting diplomatic engagements and future tech policy negotiations. The post Trump administration targets Chinese firms exploiting US AI models appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Gulf states' dollar liquidity needs highlight financial vulnerabilities and potential shifts in global currency reliance amid oil trade disruptions. The post Gulf countries seek US dollar liquidity amid Iran conflict disrupting oil flows appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Cryptography company Succinct launched Zcam, an iPhone camera app that signs photos and videos at capture to help prove media authenticity in the AI era.

Bitcoin price action has one more week to go until it potentially achieves its biggest month's gains since late 2024.

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Spot XRP ETFs record net inflows for nine consecutive days, absorbing sell pressure and potentially supporting XRP price recovery over time.

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Wisconsin’s lawsuit against Kalshi, Robinhood, Coinbase, Polymarket and Crypto.com deepens the battle between state gambling enforcers and federal regulators over sports prediction markets.

Eli Lilly (LLY) stock fell 2% as Foundayo recorded 3,707 week-two prescriptions, significantly trailing Novo Nordisk's oral Wegovy benchmark of 18,410. The post Eli Lilly (LLY) Stock Drops 2% as Foundayo Launch Falls Short of Expectations appeared first on Blockonomi.

Increased Bitcoin ETF inflows amid geopolitical tensions highlight its role as a hedge, potentially influencing future market dynamics. The post Spot Bitcoin ETFs see $2B inflows in 8 days amid geopolitical tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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The potential resumption of US-Iran talks could reshape diplomatic dynamics, but skepticism about US concessions remains high. The post Pakistan may announce US-Iran negotiations resumption: sources appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Metaplanet's bond issuance for Bitcoin accumulation could influence corporate treasury strategies and impact Bitcoin's market dynamics. The post Metaplanet issues $50 million in bonds to fund fresh Bitcoin accumulation appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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Zcash is showing signs of a price shift following its THORChain listing announcement.

The Ethereum price held firm at $2,325 on April 23 after an unidentified whale placed a $90.8 million long position on ETH with 20x leverage through HyperLiquid. CoinTelegraph reported the trade on April 20 alongside a second whale who opened $61 million at similar leverage, and spot Ethereum ETFs recorded seven consecutive days of net inflows [...] The post Ethereum Price Holds $2,325 as Whale Opens $90 Million Long. Can ETH Break $3,000? appeared first on Blockonomi.

The waiver extension mitigates immediate oil price spikes but underscores ongoing geopolitical risks and market volatility concerns. The post White House extends Jones Act waiver to ease oil supply amid Iran conflict appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Skillz (SKLZ) stock jumped 238% after winning a $420M jury verdict against Papaya Gaming for false advertising related to bot use and misleading payout claims. The post Skillz (SKLZ) Stock Rockets 238% Following $420M Courtroom Victory Over Papaya Gaming appeared first on Blockonomi.

SLB stock slides 3.7% after Q1 earnings drop 6% to $752M. Middle East conflict forces demobilizations, driving EBITDA down 12% despite revenue beat. The post SLB (SLB) Stock Tumbles as Middle East Turmoil Hammers Q1 Earnings appeared first on Blockonomi.

The panda diplomacy signals potential diplomatic thawing, impacting geopolitical tensions and market speculation on US-China relations. The post China sends pandas to US amid speculation on Trump’s potential visit appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

TLDR: EU now bans all Russia and Belarus crypto service providers, not just named exchanges only RUBx and the digital ruble join A7A5 on the EU banned crypto-assets list from May 24 Garantex users reportedly moved funds to Grinex using the sanctioned A7A5 stablecoin Compliance teams now need jurisdiction checks beyond standard wallet sanctions screening [...] The post EU Hits Russian Crypto With Full CASP Ban and Digital Ruble Block appeared first on Blockonomi.

KuCoin debuts KuCard in Australia, offering real-time USDC payments through Mastercard network with automatic conversion at point of sale. The post KuCoin Debuts Mastercard-Powered USDC Payment Card in Australia appeared first on Blockonomi.

Rocket Lab (RKLB) launched 8 JAXA satellites while SpaceX plans a $1.75T IPO. Compare valuations, growth rates, and which space stock to buy now. The post Rocket Lab (RKLB) vs. SpaceX IPO: Which Space Stock Deserves Your Money? appeared first on Blockonomi.

Easing marijuana restrictions could signal a shift in federal drug policy, impacting markets, law enforcement, and social justice reform. The post US government to ease marijuana restrictions, rescheduling by year-end possible appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Japanese investment firm Metaplanet has ramped up its Bitcoin purchase strategy by issuing 8 billion yen (close to $50 million) in non-interest bearing ordinary bonds solely for the purpose of further purchasing Bitcoin. Such action highlights an increasing trend among corporations where companies actively reorganize their balance sheets to have greater exposure to digital assets. This bond issuance is part of a wider capital strategy on behalf of the company to grow Bitcoin position while maintaining long-term financial flexibility, according to an announcement from the firm. The lack of interest on the bonds effectively turns them into free debt in The post Metaplanet In Major Treasury Move Issues 8 Billion Yen Zero Interest Bonds For More Bitcoin appeared first on The Merkle News.

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Palantir (PLTR) wins $1B DHS and $300M USDA contracts, eyes $32.5B FAA deal. Analysts bullish with $200 target ahead of May 4 earnings despite 30% dip. The post Palantir (PLTR) Stock: Federal Contracts Pile Up as Shares Trade 30% Below Peak appeared first on Blockonomi.

BYD stock tumbles 25% as domestic sales slump for seven months straight. Can aggressive flash-charging expansion and overseas growth reverse the trend? The post BYD Shares Plunge 25% — Will Ultra-Fast Charging Infrastructure Save the Day? appeared first on Blockonomi.

TLDR: AI deepfake video and cloned voice helped scammers imitate a known Cardano Foundation executive Big Pey stopped the attack early after shutting down his laptop during the fake Teams update CZ reposted the warning, pushing wider awareness of deepfake scams across crypto communities Hacked Telegram accounts and fake Calendly links now appear in similar [...] The post Cardano Foundation Deepfake Scam Targets Developer as CZ Issues Warning appeared first on Blockonomi.

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Nvidia (NVDA) stock slips as DeepSeek V4 launches on Huawei chips. H200 sales to China remain at zero despite approval amid US-China tensions. The post Nvidia (NVDA) Faces Setback as DeepSeek Opts for Huawei Over American Chips appeared first on Blockonomi.

SAP stock surges 7.7% in premarket trading after Q1 cloud revenue climbs 19% to €5.96B, surpassing estimates. 2026 guidance reaffirmed with conditions. The post SAP (SAP) Stock Surges 8% Following Strong Q1 Cloud Revenue Performance appeared first on Blockonomi.

Lucid (LCID) stock dropped 9.3% after missing Q1 revenue targets and forecasting a $1B loss. Uber deal expansion couldn't prevent the sharp decline. The post Lucid (LCID) Stock Plummets 9% Despite Uber Partnership and Fresh Capital Injection appeared first on Blockonomi.

PI remains weak as 3M tokens move to exchanges, unlocks approach, and Pi Network prepares for its Protocol 22 deadline.

Rising oil prices due to Middle East tensions could lead to economic instability, affecting global markets and consumer costs significantly. The post Oil prices climb amid Middle East tensions, potential supply disruptions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Increased military tensions could destabilize the region further, complicating diplomatic efforts and impacting global geopolitical dynamics. The post Israel ready to resume military action against Iran, peace deal unlikely appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Record 1.23% of XRP supply now locked in ETFs as Bitcoin faces a post-options liquidity trap. Plus, a dormant 1.6 trillion Shiba Inu coin whale awakens.

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The Iran conflict's impact on energy prices may lead to tighter ECB monetary policy, affecting inflation control and economic stability. The post Iran conflict may prompt ECB rate hike, says Kazimir appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

AI-driven scams are escalating, posing significant security threats to the crypto industry, necessitating heightened vigilance and robust defenses. The post Cardano dev warns community after AI deepfake call leads to laptop breach appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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The extension may stabilize regional tensions temporarily, but local discontent and potential diplomatic shifts could alter the situation rapidly. The post Trump extends Hezbollah ceasefire, Israeli border residents furious appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The limited rate cut forecast highlights persistent inflation risks, impacting market strategies and economic stability amid geopolitical tensions. The post Economists see only one Fed rate cut in 2026 amid Iran conflict inflation appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Newmont (NEM) stock rises after Q1 earnings crush estimates with $2.90 EPS and record $3.1B free cash flow. New $6B buyback authorized despite Cadia quake. The post Newmont (NEM) Stock Climbs on Strong Q1 Earnings Beat and Massive Buyback Authorization appeared first on Blockonomi.

Meta (META) stock drops 2.31% after announcing 8,000 layoffs and canceling 6,000 open positions to fund its massive $135 billion AI infrastructure push. The post Meta (META) Stock Dips 2.3% Despite Announcing 8,000 Job Cuts – Here’s What Investors Are Missing appeared first on Blockonomi.

GOP leaders reportedly contacted Howard Lutnick after a crypto PAC filing showed a planned $1.75M Texas spend for Ken Paxton.

MSNXX invests only in cash, US Treasury bills, notes, and overnight repurchase agreements, allowing for a stable one-dollar NAV.

The expanded US naval blockade heightens geopolitical tensions, complicating diplomatic resolutions and impacting market perceptions. The post US expands naval blockade against Iran into Indo-Pacific, Arabian Sea appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Metaplanet raises $50 million through zero-interest bonds from EVO FUND to expand its Bitcoin treasury, extending its capital markets-driven accumulation strategy.

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TLDR: EIP-8182 proposes a shared shielded pool built directly into Ethereum as a native system contract. Fewer than 1 in 10,000 Ethereum transactions were private in 2025, still below the 2020 peak. The pool has no admin key or governance token and upgrades only through Ethereum’s hard-fork process. Users can swap tokens on a DEX [...] The post EIP-8182 Proposes Native Private Transfers for Ethereum Protocol appeared first on Blockonomi.

XRP is nearing a key technical level as analyst CasiTrades highlights price action moving into the final Wave E resistance of its current consolidation. With several critical levels now aligning, attention is on how XRP reacts at this zone, which could shape its next major move. XRP Wave E Resistance Backed By Fibonacci Confluence In […]

Pentagon's internal discussions on NATO suspension highlight alliance tensions, potentially fueling speculation about future U.S. commitments. The post Pentagon considers suspending Spain from NATO over airbase access dispute appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Iran's stance heightens regional tensions, diminishing diplomatic prospects and increasing the likelihood of military escalation. The post Iran rejects ceasefire, threatens US destroyers amid diplomatic stalemate appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

TSMC (TSM) stock soared to record highs after Taiwan raised investment limits. New A13 chip technology and Arizona facility plans also boost shares. The post Taiwan Semiconductor (TSM) Reaches All-Time High Following Regulatory Shift and Tech Advancements appeared first on Blockonomi.

China’s DeepSeek is making waves again by claiming its new V4 models are now just months away from catching up to industry leaders like OpenAI and Google. Roughly a year after its previous release, the Hangzhou-based startup introduced the DeepSeek…

Ripple CTO Emeritus David Schwartz rejected claims that XRP is part of a secret US government plan, calling them conspiracy theories.

Leadership instability at the Pentagon heightens uncertainty in military operations, impacting market confidence and diplomatic resolutions. The post Defense Secretary Hegseth fires Navy Secretary Phelan amid Hormuz blockade appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Ethereum has shown extremely strong network growth after generating about $2.7 million in fees while Solana only staked at about $70,000..

U.S. Treasury sanctions Cambodian Senator Kok An over cryptocurrency scam network involving trafficking, fraud operations, and casino-based money laundering. The post U.S. Treasury Imposes Sanctions on Cambodian Lawmaker for Crypto Fraud Operations appeared first on Blockonomi.

Samsung stock fell 2.23% after union protests cut chip output by up to 58%. Workers threaten general strike from May 21 over compensation demands. The post Samsung Electronics Shares Slide 2.23% Amid Labor Dispute and Production Cuts appeared first on Blockonomi.

XRP price trends draw investor focus as SHR Miner expands cloud mining access in the digital asset market. With the price movements of Bitcoin and Ethereum influencing the overall market, XRP trend prediction continues to attract investor attention, and SHR…

Morgan Stanley's fund could enhance stablecoin stability, potentially reducing depeg risks and increasing market confidence in digital currencies. The post Morgan Stanley launches stablecoin reserves fund for issuers appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The ruling exacerbates geopolitical tensions, complicating trade and diplomacy, and heightening uncertainty in global markets. The post US Supreme Court tariff ruling stalls India-US trade talks amid Iran conflict appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Increased US military presence in the Middle East heightens geopolitical tensions, impacting market perceptions of future peace prospects. The post US deploys three aircraft carriers to Middle East, escalating military presence appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Increased US sanctions on Iran may strain diplomatic relations, hinder economic recovery, and escalate geopolitical tensions further. The post US tightens grip on Iran with new sanctions, policy shift unlikely by April appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The ECB's hawkish stance amid geopolitical tensions may sustain high energy prices, impacting inflation and delaying economic growth recovery. The post ECB signals possible rate hike amid Iran war inflation pressures appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

XRP's performance on the network is quite surprising, considering the lack of action on the actual market.

SHIB community watches closely as Shiba Inu lead ambassador Shytoshi Kusama drops subtle hint on X.

Crypto Alert: Near $78K as Surge and Tensions Rock Stocks and Markets Bitcoin’s recent push toward new highs has hit a wall. Traders are watching closely as global risks pile up. around $77,800, unable to break past Thursday’s peak of […] The post Crypto Alert: Bitcoin Stalls Near $78K as Japan Inflation Surge and Iran War Tensions Rock Stocks and Markets appeared first on Blockmanity.

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FCA’s : What Platforms and Must Know Now The UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has dropped a major update that could shake up the crypto world. Their new draft guidance on rules might force many DeFi apps, Web3 interfaces, and […] The post FCA’s Cryptoasset Perimeter Guidance: What DeFi Platforms and Web3 Wallets Must Know Now appeared first on Blockmanity.

DeepSeek releases V4 AI model with 1.6T parameters, matching GPT-5.4 performance while cutting compute costs. Tencent and Alibaba eye $20B+ investment. The post DeepSeek Unveils V4: The Latest Open-Source AI Model Challenging Big Tech Giants appeared first on Blockonomi.

Discover the top quantum computing stocks for 2026. Analysis of Microsoft (MSFT), Google (GOOGL), and IBM (IBM) strategies and Wall Street ratings. The post Top Quantum Computing Stocks for 2026: Analyst Favorites Uncovered appeared first on Blockonomi.

Discover the robotics stocks delivering real revenue growth in 2026. Analysis of AeroVironment, Rockwell Automation, and Symbotic's latest results. The post Top Robotics Stocks in 2026: Real Revenue Growth Beyond the Headlines appeared first on Blockonomi.

Spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded $2B in net inflows over eight days, led by BlackRock’s IBIT as BTC traded near $78,000.

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Riot Platforms sent 500 BTC to NYDIG as major Bitcoin miners keep selling reserves after the latest halving.

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Investigators allege a soldier placed strategic bets on Venezuela events using nonpublic intel.

Rising oil prices due to geopolitical tensions could strain Asian economies, impacting global fashion supply chains and consumer costs. The post Iran conflict drives Brent crude above $110, impacting polyester costs in Asia appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The intensified crackdown may signal regime instability, potentially leading to increased international scrutiny and internal dissent. The post Iran intensifies crackdown with increased executions, prison abuse reports appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The incident highlights the vulnerability of Gulf states to proxy attacks, yet market reactions suggest limited expectations for escalation. The post Kuwait reports drones from Iraq target border posts, no casualties appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The naval blockade's impact on Tehran's medicine supply highlights the broader geopolitical tensions and potential for increased regional instability. The post Tehran medicine shortage feared amid Strait of Hormuz naval blockade appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The ongoing strikes highlight the fragility of ceasefire agreements and the potential for market mispricing due to geopolitical tensions. The post Israeli strikes on Al-Khiam continue despite ceasefire with Hezbollah appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Institutional interest in Bitcoin ETFs could drive market dynamics, influencing price expectations and volatility in the crypto sector. The post Bitcoin ETFs see $2B inflows over 8-day streak, signaling institutional demand appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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In 2026, the infrastructure of traditional finance and distributed ledgers began to form a unified system. This is according to a report by CoinShares, prepared in collaboration with Token Terminal. For the first time, we’re introducing a Hybrid Finance report in collaboration with @tokenterminal to map the shift happening across markets.From @ethereum to on-chain platforms like @HyperliquidX, @aave, @MakerDAO, and others. Trading, lending, and capital allocation are… pic.twitter.com/5887lRlKIp— CoinShares (@CoinSharesCo) April 23, 2026 "Public blockchains are settling institutional assets. Wall Street companies are issuing funds on Ethereum. Derivatives platforms have fully transitioned on-chain. Bitcoin has become a catalyst for convergence, proving that cryptocurrency can earn the trust of major players. Hybrid finance is the next step," analysts noted. According to their definition, hybrid finance is formed at the intersection of three components: Settlement infrastructure capable of servicing real economic activity. Tokenization of traditional assets such as treasury bonds, stocks, and commodities. On-chain applications with sustainable revenue. This year, the segment will fully transition from a noticeable trend to a measurable market structure, the report's authors believe. What the Numbers Show The largest sector of hybrid finance remains stablecoins. In the first quarter, their total supply reached $297.6 billion, increasing by 37.2% year-on-year. Market leaders remain USDT from Tether and USDC from Circle. Source: CoinShares. The volume of tokenized funds grew by 181% over 12 months — to $9 billion. A significant portion of the demand was for products backed by short-term US treasury bonds. The capitalization of digitized stocks increased from $27.6 million to $773.3 million, while commodities exceeded $4.9 billion. The total market value of RWA is estimated at approximately $29 billion. Revenue Distribution A separate conclusion by CoinShares concerns the distribution of revenue within the new market structure. The most earnings are not generated by base blockchains, but by applications and companies. In the first quarter, leading on-chain businesses generated $587.9 million in revenue. The majority came from a small group of trading platforms and stablecoin issuers, including Hyperliquid and Sky. Source: CoinShares. Issuers form the second level of monetization. For instance, Ethereum settles approximately $180 billion in stablecoins. With a yield of 4% on base assets, this could generate firms around $7 billion in annual revenue. The network itself only receives transaction fees. CoinShares described this as a structural gap between the economic value serviced by the blockchain and the revenue it actually receives. The Hyperliquid Case As an example of a hybrid model, analysts cited Hyperliquid. The platform combines its own L1 blockchain and perp-DEX. In the first quarter, the platform earned $178.7 million in revenue. About 96% of this amount was provided by trading activity, with the contribution of the base network being minimal. Source: CoinShares. According to CoinShares specialists, the Hyperliquid case shows that the main economic value in on-chain finance can concentrate at the application level. Unlike universal blockchains, which earn primarily from fees, a vertically integrated platform derives income directly from user activity. This model creates pressure on universal networks. If revenue continues to concentrate in applications, blockchains will need to find ways to move up the stack — through launching their own services or closer integration with key protocols. Formation of Market Structure The report's authors concluded that hybrid finance can already be assessed through specific segments: stablecoins, tokenized funds, stocks, commodities, on-chain businesses, and settlement networks. According to their description, the value distribution mechanism is as follows: assets attract liquidity, applications convert it into revenue, and blockchains monetize the associated transactional activity. The key question for the market remains which issuers, applications, and networks will be able to retain liquidity and user activity in the coming quarters. Earlier in April, analysts at Jefferies warned that recent DeFi hacks might temporarily slow the interest of traditional financial companies in adopting blockchain technologies.

The latest surge in bitcoin to $79,000 was driven primarily by derivatives rather than spot demand, according to CryptoQuant contributor Carmelo Aleman. BTC’s Rally Was a Short Squeeze“As long as price depends more on derivatives than on solid spot validation, the structure will remain vulnerable to reversal.” – By @oro_crypto pic.twitter.com/apoXcTXIAQ— CryptoQuant.com (@cryptoquant_com) April 24, 2026 During the move, bitcoin rose from $76,351 to $79,447 (+4.05%). At the same time, open interest climbed from $24.88bn to roughly $28bn — a sign, he said, of rising leverage in futures. Short liquidations The upswing in bitcoin and the broader market triggered extensive covering of shorts. By Aleman’s estimate: liquidations of bitcoin shorts totalled about $607.9m; for Ethereum — roughly $580.9m. By comparison, long liquidations were far lower — about $111m in total. In the analyst’s view, that confirms the rise was driven by a short squeeze, not by durable spot demand. Aleman argues that such a set-up leaves the market vulnerable. “The price rose not because of dominant spot interest, but due to pressure in the derivatives market, which may indicate the fragility of the move,” his analysis suggests. As long as the rally is sustained only by futures, the risk of a correction persists, he concluded. Glassnode stressed that sentiment among large players in the derivatives market remains bullish. Whales on Hyperliquid have been longing the breakout of the range. Their conviction and long positioning have steadily increased over the past two months, signaling strong bullish sentiment among big perp players.📊https://t.co/G1mZrpr16c pic.twitter.com/uDuKtMFdWv— glassnode (@glassnode) April 24, 2026 "Whales on Hyperliquid have been betting on upside, anticipating a range breakout. For two months their conviction and long positioning have only increased," the experts noted.  Strong momentum April could be one of bitcoin’s best months in the past 18 months. According to CoinGlass, over the last 24 days the asset has risen 14.3% — the strongest since November 2024. Source: CoinGlass.  Since early February, the cryptocurrency has added about $20,000 and approached the top of its months-long range. At the time of writing, bitcoin is trading around $77,500. Hourly chart of BTC/USDT on Binance. Source: TradingView.  Institutional investors are providing support. Over the past five days, spot bitcoin ETF bought roughly 19,000 BTC. André Dragosch, head of Bitwise’s European unit, noted that this volume is about nine times the new supply of coins over the same period. GM from Switzerland! US spot bitcoin ETFs have purchased 18,991 $BTC over the past 5 trading days.*checks numbers*That's 9 x times the new supply in that period. Institutional demand for #bitcoin is clearly accelerating. pic.twitter.com/VtzVyjQAJu— André Dragosch, PhD⚡ (@Andre_Dragosch) April 24, 2026 Long-term signals MN Trading founder Michaël van de Poppe highlighted bitcoin’s Sharpe ratio, which gauges return adjusted for risk. #Bitcoin is a generational opportunity, right now. The Bitcoin Sharpe Ratio has hit a level that's comparable to any broad market bottom. This early in 2026.If you flip that measure, it's actually the best time to be investing in the underlying asset, in this case #Bitcoin.… pic.twitter.com/qaYRF01K9h— Michaël van de Poppe (@CryptoMichNL) April 23, 2026 He said the metric is at levels previously seen near market bottoms. In past cycles, such readings preceded gains: of roughly 120–135% after 12 months; of 400–800% after two years. Against this backdrop, the analyst again suggested reaching $100,000 in the third quarter of 2026 and setting a new all-time high in the following months. Key levels In the near term, van de Poppe thinks the advance could carry bitcoin to $86,000. In that case, altcoins could rise 30–40% from current levels. Upwards moves can last longer than you generally expect.#Bitcoin collapsed from $100K+ to $60K in less than 2 months.Currently, there's a slow grind higher after a V-shaped recovery in the Nasdaq.I think this leg has enough room to continue to $86K, and #Altcoins to run… pic.twitter.com/f420cj6WGJ— Michaël van de Poppe (@CryptoMichNL) April 23, 2026 He cites $75,000 as key support. To maintain momentum, bitcoin needs to hold above that mark. Some traders view $80,000 as a critical level. A market participant known as Daan Crypto Trades stressed that bulls “need to push through it to turn this around in their favour on the higher timeframes”. $BTC Has been in an up trend during April. But it is coming up to some important high timeframe levels.Especially above the $80K area is where the bulls would need to push through to turn this around on the high timeframe.ON the downside, the immediate supports are that ~$72K… pic.twitter.com/vXYpUn5K8A— Daan Crypto Trades (@DaanCrypto) April 23, 2026 Immediate support levels now sit at $72,000 and $65,000. On April 24, the Fear and Greed Index reached its highest level since January at 46.

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