Bitcoin In the US Military: How BTC Could Help Strengthen National Security
Bitcoin (BTC) has moved beyond a payments network and reserve asset into a technology increasingly tied to strategic defense and cybersecurity. US military officials are now weighing its value and potential role in national security. These remarks have added to the growing discussion around how the cryptocurrency could strengthen military resilience and support national power. […]
Senator pushes Clarity Act forward as stablecoin yield fight nears markup
U.S. Senator Thom Tillis is trying to haul the long‑stalled CLARITY Act into a Senate Banking markup that would simultaneously settle Washington’s stablecoin‑yield fight and advance Cynthia Lummis‑backed protections for non‑custodial crypto developers. U.S. Senator Thom Tillis is pushing to…
Federal Reserve Holds Interest Rates Steady at 3.5–3.75%
The Federal Reserve held its benchmark interest rate unchanged on Wednesday, with the Federal Open Market Committee voting to keep the federal funds rate in a target range of 3.5% to 3.75% amid elevated inflation and growing global uncertainty. Key Takeaways: The Fed voted 8–4 on April 29, 2026, to hold the federal funds rate […]
Senate Banking advances Warsh nomination as DOJ drops Powell probe
Warsh's likely confirmation as Fed Chair signals a shift in monetary policy direction, impacting market expectations and economic strategies. The post Senate Banking advances Warsh nomination as DOJ drops Powell probe appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Fed holds rates steady as Powell approaches end of Fed chair tenure
Fed holds rates steady as Bitcoin trades near $75K, with traders watching Powells remarks and Kevin Warshs path to chair. The post Fed holds rates steady as Powell approaches end of Fed chair tenure appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
DeFi raises $300M for Kelp’s rsETH holders after exploit, no ETH price impact
The $300M DeFi bailout highlights resilience but underscores skepticism, as traders await sustained growth over temporary fixes for ETH price impact. The post DeFi raises $300M for Kelp’s rsETH holders after exploit, no ETH price impact appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Netanyahu to discuss Iran proposal with Trump after rejection
Netanyahu's talks with Trump signal a tougher stance, potentially diminishing prospects for a near-term diplomatic resolution with Iran. The post Netanyahu to discuss Iran proposal with Trump after rejection appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Lummis CLARITY Warning: This Political Alignment Is Rare and May Not Last
Senator Cynthia Lummis told the Bitcoin 2026 conference that the Lummis CLARITY Act warning centers not just on the 2030 timeline but on a structural argument: the current simultaneous alignment between the House, Senate, and White House on crypto legislation…
Bitcoin falls below $76,000 amid geopolitical tensions, technical pressures
Bitcoin's dip highlights potential for increased volatility, with geopolitical and technical factors possibly influencing future market dynamics. The post Bitcoin falls below $76,000 amid geopolitical tensions, technical pressures appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Why “Casino Alternatives” Is a Rising Search Term — And Where ZunaBet Fits
Search trends in online gambling tend to reflect something real. When a term starts climbing consistently across multiple markets it usually means a meaningful number of players have reached the same conclusion at roughly the same time — that what they currently have is not quite what they want and something better probably exists somewhere. [...] The post Why “Casino Alternatives” Is a Rising Search Term — And Where ZunaBet Fits appeared first on Blockonomi.
Fence raises $20M from Galaxy to tokenize $6T asset-backed finance market
Fence netted $20 million from Galaxy Digital to tokenize a $6 trillion asset‑backed finance market that still runs on manual, legacy rails. Fence has secured a $20 million investment led by Mike Novogratz’s Galaxy Digital to bring blockchain infrastructure to…
W Group advances European expansion as White Tech obtains MiCA authorization
WHITE TECH secures MiCA authorization in Croatia to operate as a regulated crypto-asset service provider. WHITE TECH, part of the W Group ecosystem and majority-owned by Volodymyr Nosov, Founder and CEO of WhiteBIT, has received authorization from the Croatian Financial…
Steve Hilton: California’s economic disaster revealed, high taxes drive wealth out of state, and a flat tax could simplify the system | All-In Podcast
California's high taxes and misallocated funds threaten its economy, prompting calls for sweeping tax reforms. The post Steve Hilton: California’s economic disaster revealed, high taxes drive wealth out of state, and a flat tax could simplify the system | All-In Podcast appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Canada’s proposed crypto ATM ban impacts Bitcoin $80K April market
Canada's crypto ATM ban proposal highlights regulatory risks, potentially dampening investor confidence and impacting Bitcoin's market dynamics. The post Canada’s proposed crypto ATM ban impacts Bitcoin $80K April market appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Iran demands US concessions, narrowing path to diplomatic talks
Iran's hardline stance complicates diplomatic progress, increasing geopolitical tensions and market volatility, with uncertain outcomes. The post Iran demands US concessions, narrowing path to diplomatic talks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Hezbollah drone deployment in Lebanon complicates Israel’s security strategy
Hezbollah's drone capabilities challenge Israel's defense, potentially prolonging regional tensions and complicating diplomatic resolutions. The post Hezbollah drone deployment in Lebanon complicates Israel’s security strategy appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Fed Rates Hold for Third Straight Meeting as Crypto Watches Powell’s Final Conference
The Federal Reserve held Fed rates unchanged at 3.50 to 3.75% on April 29, the third consecutive pause of 2026, as Bitcoin and crypto markets focused entirely on Chair Jerome Powell’s 2:30 PM press conference, which marked his final FOMC…
AI finance platform Rogo raises 160M USD Series D led by Kleiner Perkins
AI finance platform Rogo raises 160M USD led by Kleiner Perkins to scale its agentic workflow OS for banks and asset managers, as AI agents sweep regulated finance. AI financial workflow platform Rogo has closed a 160 million dollar Series D round…
The future of Remittix: Investor questions answered as CEX’s, platform and wallet update confirmed
Remittix builds investor confidence as token sales reach 77.98% ahead of its upcoming market launch. Investor confidence in a crypto project is rarely built on promises alone. It is built on evidence. For Remittix, that evidence has been accumulating steadily.…
Vitalik’s wallet is programmatically dumping “garbage” memecoins again – on‑chain data shows minute‑by‑minute liquidation
Vitalik Buterin is programmatically dumping unsolicited memecoins again, turning airdropped “spam” into ETH while leaving thinly traded meme markets on edge. On‑chain analytics from Arkham Intelligence indicate that an address attributed to Ethereum co‑founder Vitalik Buterin (0xAb5…) has entered a new phase…
Nomura’s KAIO launches governance token to target multi‑trillion‑dollar RWA market
Nomura‑backed RWA protocol KAIO is rolling out its KAIO governance token and foundation as it tries to turn a $100 million on‑chain beachhead into a claim on a projected $30 trillion tokenization wave. RWA tokenization protocol KAIO, incubated by Nomura…
AI Earnings From Four Tech Giants Land Tonight. Bitcoin Is Watching.
Amazon, Alphabet, Microsoft, and Meta all report Q1 2026 AI earnings after the close on April 29, with crypto traders tracking whether their combined $600 billion in planned 2026 AI capital expenditure is translating into commensurate revenue and cloud growth.…
Traders eye Fed and Middle East as risk appetite cools ahead rate decision
Traders are cutting risk ahead of the Fed’s April decision as Middle East tensions, a blocked Strait of Hormuz and fragile crypto sentiment keep markets on edge. Traders are trimming exposure to risk assets ahead of the Federal Reserve’s latest…
NYSE XRP Filing Names the Token as an Eligible Commodity Trust Asset
NYSE Arca submitted a proposed amendment to Rule 8.201-E to the SEC on April 27, naming XRP alongside Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana as eligible assets for commodity-based trust shares, in a legally reviewed filing that requires trusts to hold at…
Ripple Prime to plug into Bullish Bitcoin options as OKX backs RLUSD
Ripple Prime will route clients into Bullish’s regulated BTC options while Ripple and OKX push RLUSD into compliant markets, extending Ripple’s $1.25b prime‑broker bet. Ripple has expanded its institutional derivatives push, announcing that Ripple Prime will connect directly to Bullish’s…
Microsoft stock suffers worst quarterly decline since 2008 crisis
Microsoft's stock decline highlights investor concerns over AI spending and tech sector pressures, solidifying NVIDIA's market dominance. The post Microsoft stock suffers worst quarterly decline since 2008 crisis appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Changelly turns 11, reaches 12 million users, and expands global partner network
Changelly, a leading instant cryptocurrency exchange and trusted blockchain API provider, is marking its 11th anniversary with a new company milestone.
Visa adds Polygon, Base support as stablecoin settlement run rate hits $7B
Visa broadens its crypto pilot to nine blockchains as stablecoin volumes grow, highlighting early traction for onchain settlement in global payments.
Ethereum Traders Shift: Spot Market Weakness Drives Rise In Derivatives Trading
Amid the renewed bullish momentum of Ethereum’s price, a key divergence has been spotted among ETH traders across the evolving market. While derivatives trading across ETH has picked up pace in the face of improving conditions, spot market volume is trending toward the downside. Derivatives Gain Control Of The Ethereum Market Ethereum is experiencing a […]
Securitize Locks in Computershare Deal to Put US Listed Shares Onchain
Securitize and Computershare have joined forces to let U.S.-listed companies issue equity directly on a blockchain, giving shareholders a new way to hold their securities in digital form. Key Takeaways: Securitize and Computershare launched Issuer-Sponsored Tokens, letting U.S.-listed companies put equity directly onchain. Computershare serves 25,000-plus companies, giving the IST program immediate reach across a […]
US warns NATO on Iran support, ceasefire prospects dim
The U.S.'s hard-line stance and NATO's hesitance risk prolonged conflict, diminishing hopes for diplomatic resolutions and market stability. The post US warns NATO on Iran support, ceasefire prospects dim appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Trump rejects Iran’s offer to reopen Strait of Hormuz, tensions remain high
Continued high tensions and military presence in the Strait of Hormuz risk escalating conflict, impacting global oil markets and diplomacy. The post Trump rejects Iran’s offer to reopen Strait of Hormuz, tensions remain high appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Integer Overflow Bug Exposes DeFi Weaknesses, Aftermath Finance Exploit Drains $1.1M On Sui
Blockaid recently pinpointed and red-flagged that the Aftermath Finance’ perpetuals trading system on the Sui Network was under active exploitation. The alert spread like wildfire within the crypto community, sounding alarms that a vulnerability had allowed an attacker to steal significant amounts of funds in mere minutes. The analysis shows that $1.1 million in USDC were pulled from the protocol in 11 fast transactions over 36 minutes. The attacker leveraged a vulnerability in the fee accounting mechanism of the clearing house linked to an address. In the world of decentralized finance (DeFi), if an exploit is capable enough to take The post Integer Overflow Bug Exposes DeFi Weaknesses, Aftermath Finance Exploit Drains $1.1M On Sui appeared first on The Merkle News.
Bitcoin Spot Volumes Crash to Bear-Market Lows – Apathy Now, Opportunity Next?
Major exchanges saw steep declines. Binance, for one, has shed $25 billion in volume since March.
Solana RWA ecosystem hits $2.5B ATH with nearly 200,000 holders
Solana's RWA growth signals increasing institutional interest, potentially reshaping the blockchain landscape and challenging Ethereum's dominance. The post Solana RWA ecosystem hits $2.5B ATH with nearly 200,000 holders appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
US-Iran conflict disrupts Strait of Hormuz, crude oil prices soar 30%
The disruption in the Strait of Hormuz highlights global energy vulnerabilities, potentially leading to economic instability and geopolitical tensions. The post US-Iran conflict disrupts Strait of Hormuz, crude oil prices soar 30% appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Israeli strikes kill 2,534 in Lebanon amid military escalation
The escalating conflict in Lebanon diminishes prospects for Israeli withdrawal, signaling prolonged instability and potential geopolitical shifts. The post Israeli strikes kill 2,534 in Lebanon amid military escalation appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Computershare taps Securitize to offer tokenized share issuance for public companies
Tokenized equity issuance could revolutionize capital markets by enhancing liquidity, transparency, and accessibility for investors globally. The post Computershare taps Securitize to offer tokenized share issuance for public companies appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Brian Simpson: Rapid domestication through selective breeding, animal ‘highways’ in the Everglades reveal ecological dynamics, and the controversial benefits of smoking in blue zones | JRE
Rapid animal domestication and ecological challenges reveal unexpected insights into human impact on wildlife. The post Brian Simpson: Rapid domestication through selective breeding, animal ‘highways’ in the Everglades reveal ecological dynamics, and the controversial benefits of smoking in blue zones | JRE appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Chris Perkins: Microsoft emerges as a winner with OpenAI, financial obligations decrease, and stock is undervalued | Unchained
Microsoft's partnership with OpenAI could significantly boost its revenue and market position through 2030. The post Chris Perkins: Microsoft emerges as a winner with OpenAI, financial obligations decrease, and stock is undervalued | Unchained appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Blockworks secures $192M valuation as it pushes beyond media into market infrastructure
Blockworks closed a Series A extension at a $192M valuation to expand its crypto data, investor relations, and disclosure platform. The post Blockworks secures $192M valuation as it pushes beyond media into market infrastructure appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
FTX Founder Sam Bankman-Fried Loses Bid For Retrial
Sam Bankman-Fried’s attempt to get a new trial collapsed Tuesday when a federal judge called his legal arguments baseless — and suggested the whole effort was less about justice than about fixing his public image. Related Reading: Bitcoin Transparency Gets A Boost As Dorsey’s Block Unveils Reserve Proof Judge Lewis Kaplan, who presided over Bankman-Fried’s […]
NIO (NIO) Stock Soars 9% Following Onvo L80 SUV Reveal That Undercuts Tesla Model Y
NIO stock rallied 8.7% after revealing the Onvo L80 SUV at 245,800 yuan, pricing it below Tesla's Model Y ahead of May 15 launch. Pre-orders now open. The post NIO (NIO) Stock Soars 9% Following Onvo L80 SUV Reveal That Undercuts Tesla Model Y appeared first on Blockonomi.
NIO (NIO) Stock Climbs 9% Following Onvo L80 SUV Reveal Targeting Tesla Model Y
NIO stock jumped 8.7% in Hong Kong after introducing the Onvo L80 SUV, priced 7% below Tesla's Model Y in China with May 15 launch confirmed. The post NIO (NIO) Stock Climbs 9% Following Onvo L80 SUV Reveal Targeting Tesla Model Y appeared first on Blockonomi.
Eli Lilly (LLY) Stock: Q1 2026 Earnings Preview and What Investors Should Watch
Eli Lilly (LLY) stock reports Q1 2026 earnings Thursday. Analysts forecast 36.8% revenue growth despite recent underperformance vs pharma peers. The post Eli Lilly (LLY) Stock: Q1 2026 Earnings Preview and What Investors Should Watch appeared first on Blockonomi.
Eli Lilly (LLY) Q1 2026 Earnings Preview: Growth Expectations Ahead of Thursday Report
Eli Lilly (LLY) delivers Q1 2026 earnings Thursday. Wall Street forecasts 36.8% revenue growth as the stock trails pharma sector performance. The post Eli Lilly (LLY) Q1 2026 Earnings Preview: Growth Expectations Ahead of Thursday Report appeared first on Blockonomi.
Brent Crude Climbs Above $115 as Trump Signals Longer Iran Naval Blockade
President Donald Trump directed aides to prepare for an extended naval blockade of Iranian ports, pushing Brent crude above $115 per barrel on April 29 and widening what the International Energy Agency called the largest supply shock on record. Key Takeaways: Brent crude climbed above $115 per barrel on April 29 as Trump ordered preparations […]
US spends $25B on Iran conflict, ceasefire unlikely by April 30
The entrenched conflict and high costs suggest prolonged instability, impacting geopolitical dynamics and economic markets adversely. The post US spends $25B on Iran conflict, ceasefire unlikely by April 30 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Demis Hassabis: AGI could be achieved by 2030, model distillation enhances AI efficiency, and the role of AlphaGo in future advancements | Y Combinator Startup Podcast
AGI may be achieved by 2030, transforming AI development with groundbreaking advancements and increased productivity. The post Demis Hassabis: AGI could be achieved by 2030, model distillation enhances AI efficiency, and the role of AlphaGo in future advancements | Y Combinator Startup Podcast appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Fed rate decision, Powell speech coincide with Middle East tensions
The convergence of monetary policy signals and geopolitical tensions could heighten market volatility, impacting both equities and cryptocurrencies. The post Fed rate decision, Powell speech coincide with Middle East tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
James Comey indicted, faces arrest warrant for allegedly threatening Trump
The indictment of James Comey could intensify political tensions and impact public trust in legal and governmental institutions. The post James Comey indicted, faces arrest warrant for allegedly threatening Trump appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Iran’s rial hits record low as US naval blockade tightens economic grip
The US naval blockade's economic impact on Iran could lead to increased instability, affecting global oil prices and regional geopolitics. The post Iran’s rial hits record low as US naval blockade tightens economic grip appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Tesla Q1 earnings beat expectations, Nvidia likely to remain top by market cap
Tesla's earnings beat highlights its growth potential, but Nvidia's dominance underscores the competitive landscape in tech market caps. The post Tesla Q1 earnings beat expectations, Nvidia likely to remain top by market cap appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
IDF drone strike kills Hezbollah member in southern Lebanon amid rising tensions
The IDF's actions heighten regional instability, reducing withdrawal odds and complicating ceasefire prospects, impacting market dynamics. The post IDF drone strike kills Hezbollah member in southern Lebanon amid rising tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Dogecoin leads pre-FOMC rally with 12% gains: Is DOGE price headed to $0.33?
Dogecoin’s latest rebound resembled bounces witnessed in mid-2023, raising the odds of a rally toward $0.33 in the coming weeks.
Ripple Prime Adds BTC Options via Bullish
Enterprise blockchain firm Ripple has significantly expanded its institutional offerings by deepening the integration between its prime brokerage arm, Ripple Prime, and the digital asset exchange Bullish.
Kevin Warsh’s Fed nomination signals likely Powell exit by June 30
Warsh's potential Fed leadership could shift monetary policy towards a more hawkish stance, impacting future rate cut probabilities. The post Kevin Warsh’s Fed nomination signals likely Powell exit by June 30 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Cardano Resumes Slide Above $0.24
Cardano's (ADA) price is falling after being trapped between the moving average lines.
Enphase Energy (ENPH) Stock Tumbles 11% on Disappointing Guidance and U.S. Solar Weakness
Enphase Energy (ENPH) stock dropped 11% after Q1 earnings. U.S. solar sales fell 23% amid tax credit changes, and Q2 guidance disappointed Wall Street. The post Enphase Energy (ENPH) Stock Tumbles 11% on Disappointing Guidance and U.S. Solar Weakness appeared first on Blockonomi.
CLARITY Act Nears Last Markup—White House Adviser Sees ‘Rocket Ship’ Crypto Boom
After months of setbacks, the long-awaited CLARITY Act appears to be approaching its final procedural hurdle in the Senate. The Banking Committee is expected to schedule the vote for May, bringing the bill closer to a full Senate vote. At the Bitcoin 2026 conference in Las Vegas on Tuesday, Patrick Witt, the White House’s top […]
Bitcoin Hits a 'Kiss of Death', But Fidelity's Director Timmer Says It's a Bull Market Signal This Time
Jurrien Timmer, director of the Global Macro department at $7.1 trillion Fidelity, identifies an emerging bull market for Bitcoin as the cryptocurrency defies a technical "Kiss of Death".
Kooc Media PR Services for iGaming Startups and New Casino Launches
Launching a new online casino or iGaming startup is expensive, complicated and intensely competitive. The technology needs to work flawlessly. Licensing requirements must be met. Payment processing has to be in place. Marketing campaigns need to be ready. Yet one critical element is missing from most launch plans — a PR strategy that puts the [...] The post Kooc Media PR Services for iGaming Startups and New Casino Launches appeared first on Blockonomi.
Bullish (BULL) Deploys $19.2M Bitcoin Investment into Mezo’s Institutional Yield Platform
Bullish (BULL) stock commits 250 Bitcoin (~$19.2M) to Mezo Prime, a new institutional Bitcoin finance platform offering isolated vaults and yield generation. The post Bullish (BULL) Deploys $19.2M Bitcoin Investment into Mezo’s Institutional Yield Platform appeared first on Blockonomi.
Yum! Brands (YUM) Stock Surges as Taco Bell Delivers Stellar Q1 Performance
Yum! Brands (YUM) stock rises 2.5% after beating Q1 estimates. Taco Bell's 8% same-store sales growth leads performance, while Pizza Hut struggles. The post Yum! Brands (YUM) Stock Surges as Taco Bell Delivers Stellar Q1 Performance appeared first on Blockonomi.
Peter Schiff Claims Vindication as Bitcoin Falls 30% Since 2025 Sell Call
Strategy grew its BTC market share from 2.76% to 3.9%, a 40% increase in ownership concentration, but the price still fell by about 30%.
Oil surges back above $100 as Trump presses Iran to reopen Hormuz
Oil prices surged as Trump warned Iran to reopen Hormuz, while lawmakers questioned Hegseth over the US Iran war. The post Oil surges back above $100 as Trump presses Iran to reopen Hormuz appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Binance CZ Reacts to New Crypto Listing on Trust Wallet
A major update from Trust wallet involving the addition of Hyperliquid to its platform has sparked reactions from Binance’s CZ who highlighted Trust Wallet’s growing expansion.
Uber (UBER) Teams Up With Expedia to Offer Hotel Reservations In-App
Uber (UBER) partners with Expedia (EXPE) to add hotel bookings in-app. Uber One members get 20% discounts and 10% credit back on 700K+ properties. The post Uber (UBER) Teams Up With Expedia to Offer Hotel Reservations In-App appeared first on Blockonomi.
IAEA in talks with Russia on Iran’s enriched uranium transfer
The IAEA's negotiations with Russia could reshape geopolitical dynamics, influencing future U.S.-Iran relations and global nuclear policy. The post IAEA in talks with Russia on Iran’s enriched uranium transfer appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Yemen backs Iran, warns US against military actions in escalating conflict
Yemen's support for Iran complicates regional dynamics, reducing ceasefire prospects and increasing geopolitical tensions and market volatility. The post Yemen backs Iran, warns US against military actions in escalating conflict appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Dogecoin OI Is Exploding And Shiba Inu Exchange Inflows Are Crashing, Is It Time To Buy?
Dogecoin’s open interest (OI) is again on the rise, signaling an increase in traders’ interest in the leading meme coin. At the same time, Shiba Inu’s exchange inflows have dropped, indicating that crypto investors are positioning for a rally for the meme coin. Dogecoin OI And Shiba Inu Exchange Inflows In Focus Coinglass data shows […]
Senate Panel Clears Kevin Warsh 13-11, Setting up Fed Leadership Change Before May 15
The Senate Banking Committee voted 13-11 along party lines Wednesday to advance Kevin Warsh’s nomination as the next chair of the Federal Reserve, sending the pick to the full Senate for a final confirmation vote. Key Takeaways: The Senate Banking Committee advanced Kevin Warsh’s Fed Chair nomination 13-11 on April 29, 2026. Sen. Thom Tillis […]
Russia scales back Victory Day parade citing Ukraine threat, ceasefire hopes dim
The reduced parade signals entrenched conflict, diminishing hopes for a near-term ceasefire and highlighting geopolitical instability. The post Russia scales back Victory Day parade citing Ukraine threat, ceasefire hopes dim appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Hong Kong flags counterfeit stablecoins tied to licensed issuers
Hong Kong regulators have warned investors about counterfeit stablecoins circulating under the names of newly approved issuers, even as the city prepares for its first regulated launches. Scammers have begun promoting fake tokens linked to HSBC and Anchorpoint Financial, the…
Bitcoin conviction buyers grow 69% in Q1 2026, but $80K target fades
The divergence between institutional accumulation and trader skepticism highlights uncertainty in Bitcoin's short-term price trajectory. The post Bitcoin conviction buyers grow 69% in Q1 2026, but $80K target fades appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Treasury yields hit highest since 2026 amid US-Iran conflict
Rising Treasury yields amid geopolitical tensions highlight inflation concerns, complicating potential Fed rate cuts and impacting market stability. The post Treasury yields hit highest since 2026 amid US-Iran conflict appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Etsy (ETSY) Stock Soars 11% as First Quarter Results Crush Expectations
Etsy (ETSY) stock surges 11% after Q1 revenue of $631.3M exceeds forecasts and gross merchandise sales grow 5.5% YoY, ending a two-year decline. The post Etsy (ETSY) Stock Soars 11% as First Quarter Results Crush Expectations appeared first on Blockonomi.
Markets hold steady as traders brace for a packed afternoon
Market reactions to Fed guidance and tech earnings could trigger significant volatility, impacting crypto and broader risk asset sentiment. The post Markets hold steady as traders brace for a packed afternoon appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Western Digital (WDC) Stock Surges 10% Following Seagate’s Bullish Earnings Report
Western Digital (WDC) stock surged ~10% Wednesday after Seagate's earnings beat calmed AI storage concerns. Q3 results expected April 30. The post Western Digital (WDC) Stock Surges 10% Following Seagate’s Bullish Earnings Report appeared first on Blockonomi.
Bullish (BLSH) Stock Declines 5.78% as Mezo Prime Unveils Bitcoin Yield Solution for Institutions
Bullish (BLSH) stock falls 5.78% as Mezo Prime launches institutional Bitcoin yield platform with Anchorage Digital Bank's segregated custody vaults. The post Bullish (BLSH) Stock Declines 5.78% as Mezo Prime Unveils Bitcoin Yield Solution for Institutions appeared first on Blockonomi.
White House considers extending Iran blockade, impacting ceasefire odds
The extended blockade could strain US-Iran relations, hinder diplomatic efforts, and potentially impact global oil prices significantly. The post White House considers extending Iran blockade, impacting ceasefire odds appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Miles Beckett: Dental insurance is failing patients, Flossy’s AI pivot is driving rapid growth, and Fiona’s tailored solutions are reshaping patient engagement | SaaS Interviews
Flossy's AI-powered platform is revolutionizing dental practices with rapid growth and industry-specific solutions. The post Miles Beckett: Dental insurance is failing patients, Flossy’s AI pivot is driving rapid growth, and Fiona’s tailored solutions are reshaping patient engagement | SaaS Interviews appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Bitcoin steady above $77K despite ETF outflows, Powell’s FOMC meeting looming
Bitcoin's stability amid ETF outflows and FOMC uncertainties highlights market resilience but underscores vulnerability to policy shifts. The post Bitcoin steady above $77K despite ETF outflows, Powell’s FOMC meeting looming appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Democrats consider lawsuit against Trump over Iran conflict
The potential lawsuit highlights political tensions and could influence future legislative strategies, impacting U.S. domestic and foreign policy. The post Democrats consider lawsuit against Trump over Iran conflict appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
W Group Advances European Expansion as White Tech Obtains MiCA Authorization
WHITE TECH, part of the W Group ecosystem and majority-owned by Volodymyr Nosov, Founder and CEO of WhiteBIT, has received authorization from the Croatian Financial Services Supervisory Agency (HANFA) to operate as a crypto-asset service provider (CASP) under the European Union’s Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation. Within the W Group ecosystem, WHITE TECH serves as a [...] The post W Group Advances European Expansion as White Tech Obtains MiCA Authorization appeared first on Blockonomi.
MoonPay buys Sodot to power new institutional crypto services unit
Crypto payments firm MoonPay is stepping further into institutional services after acquiring Sodot, a startup focused on digital asset security. The company said Wednesday that it will use Sodot’s key management technology as the backbone of a newly formed division…
Paul Tudor Jones Declares Bitcoin the Best Hedge Against Inflation
Paul Tudor Jones, the founder of Tudor Investment, has declared Bitcoin the best asset for hedging against inflation. He made this statement on the podcast Invest Like the Best. My guest today is Paul Tudor Jones (@ptj_official), one of the greatest macro traders of all time.He correctly predicted the 1987 stock market crash and shorted the Japanese bubble in 1990. For over 40 years, his flagship fund has had a negative correlation to the S&P; 500. 100%… pic.twitter.com/pLu1u1BIBL— Patrick OShaughnessy (@patrick_oshag) April 28, 2026 The billionaire noted that the first cryptocurrency surpasses gold due to its limited supply. The supply of the precious metal increases by several percent annually, whereas the number of bitcoins is capped at 21 million coins. Jones drew parallels between the current state of the markets and the "dot-com bubble" of 2000. In his view, similar imbalances are present now. Besides Bitcoin, he has also bet on the growth of the dollar-yen pair. The investor also acknowledged that he had previously underestimated Warren Buffett's strategies. Market data confirms the growing interest in the asset. In the first quarter of 2026, the volume of bitcoins held by "conviction buyers" increased by 69%—from 2.13 million to 3.6 million BTC. This is the highest level since 2020. During the first quarter of 2026, the Bitcoin supply held by "conviction buyers" surged by 69%, growing from 2.13 million to 3.60 million BTC and reaching its highest level since 2020 pic.twitter.com/bbNgMca9sM— unfolded. (@cryptounfolded) April 29, 2026 Jones first invested in digital gold in 2020. At that time, he allocated up to 2% of his portfolio to the asset, later increasing the share to 5%. The investor explained that he seeks undervalued instruments during moments of regulatory missteps. Among the risks for Bitcoin, Jones highlighted cyber warfare and the development of quantum computers capable of breaking the blockchain. The 71-year-old Paul Tudor Jones is renowned for accurately predicting the stock market crash of 1987 and the collapse of the Japanese financial bubble in 1990. His flagship fund has maintained a negative correlation with the S&P; 500 index for 40 years. Back in February, Wikipedia co-founder Jimmy Wales stated that the first cryptocurrency would not devalue to zero, but as a means of payment and savings, the coin has completely failed.
Stanford: AI Responsible for 35% of New Websites by 2025
By mid-2025, approximately 35% of new websites will have been created entirely or partially with the help of artificial intelligence, according to researchers at Stanford University. Before the public launch of ChatGPT by OpenAI in November 2022, this figure was near zero. Over a few years, the share of AI-generated content has grown to more than a third of recent online publications. Share of websites fully generated by AI (red) and those created with neural networks (purple). Source: GitHub. Scientists examined 33 months of archived website copies from the Wayback Machine using the Pangram v3 detector. The aim was to understand how the rise of AI-generated texts is reshaping the structure of the World Wide Web. Key Changes Researchers noted a decrease in semantic diversity. Pages generated by neural networks are 33% more similar to each other than texts written by humans. Different sites increasingly reiterate the same ideas in nearly identical phrases. According to the authors, the issue is not merely mass AI-driven copywriting. The problem is deeper: the diversity of expressions and ideas is gradually narrowing. Large language models (LLM) inherently choose the most "average" responses, resulting in a reproduction of formulaic discourse. The emotional tone of publications has also changed. AI content is found to be 107% more positive than human-written content. Stanford researchers linked this to the already documented tendency of LLMs towards flattery. During training, developers optimize neural networks for pleasant, safe, and socially acceptable responses. As a result, a significant portion of new websites creates a "sterile and friendly" informational environment. This environment has fewer sharp judgments and conflicts, but also less lively human debate. What Was Not Confirmed Several popular concerns did not find statistical confirmation. Researchers did not find a significant correlation between the rise of AI content and a decline in factual accuracy, an increase in explicit errors, or the stylistic leveling of texts to a single template. Left: correlation between AI content and hypotheses. Right: share of adult Americans agreeing with each hypothesis. Source: GitHub. Scientists specifically pointed out an effect that has mostly been discussed theoretically until now—model collapse. If new neural networks are trained on data with a lot of AI content, the system begins to process its own averaged responses. This reduces variability, degrades quality, and threatens that in the future, LLMs will learn not from humans but from the "synthetic echo" of their predecessors. Experts, together with the Internet Archive, plan to turn the research into a system for continuous monitoring of the share of AI content on the internet. In April, Stanford University highlighted the rapid pace of AI development. Researchers reported that neural networks are nearly matching humans in performing tasks on computers.
Teradyne (TER) Stock Plunges 15% Despite Crushing Q1 Earnings Estimates
Teradyne (TER) stock dropped 15% despite record Q1 earnings. AI demand drove 70% of revenue, but Q2 guidance failed to meet investor expectations. The post Teradyne (TER) Stock Plunges 15% Despite Crushing Q1 Earnings Estimates appeared first on Blockonomi.
General Dynamics (GD) Stock Soars 10% on Strong Q1 Earnings Performance
General Dynamics (GD) stock rallied 10% after reporting Q1 EPS of $4.11 and $13.5B revenue, beating estimates with strong Marine Systems performance. The post General Dynamics (GD) Stock Soars 10% on Strong Q1 Earnings Performance appeared first on Blockonomi.
Trump urges Iran deal amid potential US blockade extension
The potential extension of the US blockade on Iran could exacerbate market instability and hinder diplomatic resolutions. The post Trump urges Iran deal amid potential US blockade extension appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Major Indices Retreat as Markets Brace for Big Tech Earnings and Federal Reserve Announcement
S&P 500 (SPX), Dow, and Nasdaq decline as markets await earnings from Alphabet, Meta, Microsoft, Amazon, and a crucial Fed decision from Jerome Powell. The post Major Indices Retreat as Markets Brace for Big Tech Earnings and Federal Reserve Announcement appeared first on Blockonomi.
Intel (INTC) Stock Reaches 52-Week Peak as CEO Highlights CPU Role in AI Infrastructure
Intel (INTC) stock surges to 52-week highs after crushing Q1 earnings. CEO emphasizes CPUs as essential AI infrastructure layer. Analyst targets raised. The post Intel (INTC) Stock Reaches 52-Week Peak as CEO Highlights CPU Role in AI Infrastructure appeared first on Blockonomi.
Ty Cobb calls Comey indictment ‘vindictive,’ predicts dismissal
Cobb's remarks highlight potential political motivations in legal actions, influencing market perceptions and trader confidence in outcomes. The post Ty Cobb calls Comey indictment ‘vindictive,’ predicts dismissal appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Monthly prediction market volume hits $25.7B as user activity shifts beyond one-off events
A new report by Bitget Wallet and Polymarket found that retail users are driving repeat activity on prediction markets, signaling a shift from one-off bets to continuous engagement.
MoonPay buys crypto security firm Sodot in $100M push into institutional crypto
MoonPay has acquired Israel-based crypto security infrastructure provider Sodot, forming the foundation of its new institutional unit led by former CFTC Acting Chair Caroline Pham.
KuCoin EU hires new AML chief after Austria ban on new business under MiCA
KuCoin EU hires a new AML chief and deputies in Vienna weeks after Austria’s regulator banned the MiCA‑licensed exchange from taking on new business over compliance gaps.
Powell may stay at Fed past chair term, impacting Warsh confirmation timeline
Powell's extended tenure could delay leadership transitions, affecting market stability and investor confidence in Fed policy continuity. The post Powell may stay at Fed past chair term, impacting Warsh confirmation timeline appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Robinhood’s Q1 Earnings Miss: Crypto Revenue Crashes 47% But Prediction Markets Skyrocket 320%
Robinhood’s : Crypto Revenue Crashes 47% But Prediction Markets Skyrocket 320% Robinhood made headlines with its latest earnings report. The company missed Wall Street’s expectations. Why? Crypto trading revenue dropped sharply. But there’s a bright spot. Event contracts saw huge […] The post Robinhood’s Q1 Earnings Miss: Crypto Revenue Crashes 47% But Prediction Markets Skyrocket 320% appeared first on Blockmanity.
Starbucks (SBUX) Stock Surges on First Quarterly Earnings Increase in Two Years
Starbucks (SBUX) stock rallied 6.8% after Q2 earnings beat expectations with $0.50 EPS and 7.1% U.S. comp sales growth—first EPS increase since 2023. The post Starbucks (SBUX) Stock Surges on First Quarterly Earnings Increase in Two Years appeared first on Blockonomi.
Arm Holdings (ARM) Stock Faces Critical Earnings Test on May 6 Amid 8% Decline
ARM stock dropped 8% before May 6 earnings. Wells Fargo set a $220 target. Analysts expect $0.58 EPS on $1.47B revenue. Guidance will drive next moves. The post Arm Holdings (ARM) Stock Faces Critical Earnings Test on May 6 Amid 8% Decline appeared first on Blockonomi.