Strategy’s Gargantuan Bitcoin Bet Finally Back in the Green as BTC Smashes $78K
Bitcoin’s sharp rebound above the $78,000 mark has flipped Strategy’s massive Bitcoin position back into profit, marking a major turnaround for one of the market’s most closely watched institutional bets. As bullish momentum returns to the cryptocurrency market, the company’s deep exposure to BTC is once again sitting on gains, having weathered...
By Brenda Ngari 4/17/2026, 5:26:08 PM
Senate Clears 10-Day FISA Stopgap After House Revolt Sinks Longer Deal
The Senate passed a 10-day FISA extension 2026 by voice vote Friday, keeping the surveillance program alive until April 30 after a bloc of 20 House Republicans overnight derailed both a five-year and an 18-month renewal that Speaker Johnson and…
By Peace Longe 4/17/2026, 5:25:17 PM
Bitcoin Price Soared Past $78K as Trump Says Iran Agreed to Halt Nuclear Program
The total crypto market cap surged to a multi-month peak of over $2.7 trillion.
By Jordan Lyanchev 4/17/2026, 5:23:06 PM
UK-France mission to secure Strait of Hormuz announced, deployment details unclear
The mission's success hinges on translating political commitments into concrete actions, impacting geopolitical stability and market confidence. The post UK-France mission to secure Strait of Hormuz announced, deployment details unclear appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/17/2026, 5:22:07 PM
Payward to Buy Bitnomial for Up to $550M, Gains U.S. Derivatives Stack
Payward will buy Bitnomial for up to $550M, gaining a fully licensed U.S. derivatives stack. Bitnomial adds CFTC…
By Kelvin Maore 4/17/2026, 5:18:55 PM
ALPHA's $0.01 Support Crumbling - Target $0.005 Within Two Weeks
ALPHA bleeds at critical penny support with zero institutional backing and dead volume. The next major support sits 50% lower at half a penny. (Read More)
By N/A 4/17/2026, 5:18:48 PM
Top Crypto American Football Betting Sites in 2026 — Secure NFL Bets with Fast Payouts
Top crypto NFL betting sites in 2026 ranked by payout speed, security, and user control. Compare Dexsport, FanDuel, DraftKings, bet365, and more for fast, secure American football betting.
By Crypto Daily 4/17/2026, 5:18:32 PM
BNB Delivers 177% Returns for Holders Through Stacking Rewards Strategy
Binance data shows BNB holders earned 177% returns from Jan 2024 to Q1 2025 by combining price gains with Launchpool, MegaDrop, and HODLer Airdrop programs. (Read More)
By N/A 4/17/2026, 5:17:16 PM
Sam Altman’s World releases major protocol upgrade, introduces World ID app
The upgrade enhances digital identity security, potentially transforming online interactions by ensuring human authenticity in AI-driven environments. The post Sam Altman’s World releases major protocol upgrade, introduces World ID app appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 4/17/2026, 5:15:15 PM
French finance minister backs euro-pegged stablecoins to compete with US
The country's finance minister supported the Qivalis initiative, launched in 2025, to create a euro-pegged stablecoin under the MiCA framework.
By Turner Wright 4/17/2026, 5:14:20 PM
Deutsche Börse buys $200M stake in Kraken; UK starts crypto regulation consultation
Institutional investments and regulatory consultations signal a maturing crypto market, potentially stabilizing Bitcoin's price trajectory. The post Deutsche Börse buys $200M stake in Kraken; UK starts crypto regulation consultation appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/17/2026, 5:13:09 PM
Kraken Parent Payward Enters $550M Deal to Acquire Bitnomial, Accelerating Regulated US Crypto Derivatives Push
Kraken is set to strengthen its dominance in U.S. crypto derivatives as parent company Payward moves to acquire Bitnomial in a deal worth up to $550 million at a $20 billion valuation. The move positions Kraken to accelerate regulated product expansion and capture growing market demand. Key Takeaways: Payward will acquire Bitnomial to add a […]
By Kevin Helms 4/17/2026, 5:09:00 PM
BNB Holders Earned 177% Returns Over 15 Months Through Staking Rewards
Binance data shows BNB holders who participated in Launchpool and airdrops earned $553 total returns on a single token bought at $313 in January 2024. (Read More)
By N/A 4/17/2026, 5:08:16 PM
Trump claims Iran suspends nuclear program indefinitely
The announcement could influence geopolitical stability and market dynamics, but confirmation is crucial for lasting impact and investor confidence. The post Trump claims Iran suspends nuclear program indefinitely appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/17/2026, 5:06:47 PM
As AI Rewrites the Rules of Content Discovery, Outset Media Index Makes the Process of Media Selection Easier
As AI reshapes content discovery, PR teams face weaker clicks, fragile attribution, and harder media selection. This article explains the new pain points and how Outset Media Index helps.
By Crypto Daily 4/17/2026, 5:06:08 PM
BNX Eyes $2.20 as Breakout Pattern Forms Over Next Two Weeks
BNX has established a compelling technical foundation at $1.78, positioning for a potential 23% advance to $2.20 as momentum indicators align with bullish price structure. (Read More)
By N/A 4/17/2026, 5:03:43 PM
Israel lifts wartime restrictions, Independence Day ceremonies proceed
The lifting of restrictions suggests a move towards regional stability, though tensions persist, particularly at the northern border. The post Israel lifts wartime restrictions, Independence Day ceremonies proceed appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/17/2026, 5:02:53 PM
Ripple Will Be the Amazon of Payments and Banking Infrastructure by 2040, Analyst Says
The post Ripple Will Be the Amazon of Payments and Banking Infrastructure by 2040, Analyst Says appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Jake Claver has an interesting answer to the question of where Ripple ends up on the global financial stage by 2040 to 2050. “I think they will be the Goliath, the Amazon of payments and banking infrastructure,”...
By Anjali Belgaumkar 4/17/2026, 5:01:25 PM
IRGC imposes new military transit restrictions on Strait of Hormuz
The IRGC's restrictions on the Strait of Hormuz heighten geopolitical tensions, impacting military strategy and global trade dynamics. The post IRGC imposes new military transit restrictions on Strait of Hormuz appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/17/2026, 5:01:00 PM
Cardano Is Already Running Behind 200 German Companies, Foundation CEO Says
Cardano is already being used by roughly 200 large companies in Germany through agentic AI deployments, even if those firms do not realize the blockchain is sitting underneath their stack, according to Cardano Foundation CEO Frederik Gregaard. The claim, made during an interview with Jane King on GBBC’s Markets on Chain series from the New […]
By Jake Simmons 4/17/2026, 5:00:34 PM
13 Years Of Data Says Bitcoin Price Has Not Bottomed Yet, Analyst Explains The Trend
Bitcoin is now printing green candlesticks on the weekly and daily timeframes, and this raises the question of whether the worst has already passed or maybe the floor is still months away. An interesting analysis of Bitcoin’s price action over a multi-year time span pushes back against the growing optimism, pointing to a pattern that has held for...
By Scott Matherson 4/17/2026, 5:00:19 PM
TRON Integrates deBridge MCP, Unlocking Seamless Cross-Chain Execution for AI Agents
This sponsored press release was provided by TRON DAO and was not written by Bitcoin.com News. Bitcoin.com News does not necessarily endorse the statements made within this announcement. PRESS RELEASE. Geneva, Switzerland — April 17, 2026 — TRON DAO, the community-governed DAO dedicated to accelerating the decentralization of the internet through...
By Media 4/17/2026, 5:00:14 PM
Bitcoin pierces $77k as leverage builds above and below spot
BTC has broken $77K with 3.45% daily gains, but Coinglass shows $2.221B of longs below $73,610 and $913M of shorts above $81,264, turning the range into a leverage trap. Bitcoin (BTC) pushed through another psychological round number on Friday, with…
By Dorian Batycka 4/17/2026, 5:00:00 PM
Cardano Price Forecast: ADA extends rebound amid growing retail demand
Cardano (ADA) grinds higher, trading above $0.265 at the time of writing on Friday, as crypto prices broadly rise, buoyed by improving sentiment after Iran’s announcement that the Strait of Hormuz has been opened and will remain open during the ceasefire.
By N/A 4/17/2026, 4:58:13 PM
Ripple’s XRP Gains Asian Traction As Korean Insurer Tests On-Chain Bonds
Ripple’s XRP is gaining fresh momentum in Asia as real-world trials and new retail access begin to take shape. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By DailyCoin Team 4/17/2026, 4:58:00 PM
Why Crypto Projects Should Treat PR as Infrastructure, Not a Campaign
PR compounds like SEO and depreciates like ads. Learn why crypto projects should treat PR as infrastructure, not a campaign, with compounding data from earned media placements.
By Crypto Daily 4/17/2026, 4:57:32 PM
These Altcoins Crash by Double Digits After Binance Says Goodbye: Details Inside
Check out which tokens will become unavailable on Binance from April 28.
By Dimitar Dzhondzhorov 4/17/2026, 4:55:45 PM
Bulgaria to hold snap election April 19 after government collapse
Bulgaria's political instability may deepen if coalition talks falter, impacting governance and economic confidence amid frequent elections. The post Bulgaria to hold snap election April 19 after government collapse appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/17/2026, 4:54:53 PM
Pakistan seeks to host next US-Iran talks amid ceasefire extension efforts
Pakistan's potential role as a mediator in US-Iran talks could enhance its diplomatic influence and stabilize regional tensions. The post Pakistan seeks to host next US-Iran talks amid ceasefire extension efforts appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/17/2026, 4:54:09 PM
BNB Price Prediction Stays Strong for 2026, but Pepeto Presale Gives the Entry Last Cycle Millionaires Found First
The post BNB Price Prediction Stays Strong for 2026, but Pepeto Presale Gives the Entry Last Cycle Millionaires Found First appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Binance Wallet just launched perpetual futures trading on BNB Smart Chain, powered by derivatives venue Aster and tied to an Alpha Points campaign running through April 28 per...
By PR Manager 4/17/2026, 4:53:34 PM
Israel strikes 100 Lebanon sites, complicating Hezbollah ceasefire prospects
The airstrikes risk escalating tensions, potentially undermining diplomatic efforts and increasing uncertainty in regional stability. The post Israel strikes 100 Lebanon sites, complicating Hezbollah ceasefire prospects appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/17/2026, 4:52:23 PM
Iran war, oil shock create uncertainty in Fed’s policy path: SF Fed’s Daly
Geopolitical tensions and oil price volatility may compel the Fed to reconsider its monetary policy trajectory, impacting global markets. The post Iran war, oil shock create uncertainty in Fed’s policy path: SF Fed’s Daly appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/17/2026, 4:51:46 PM
Fuel theft surges in US as gas prices reach four-year high amid Iran conflict
Rising fuel theft highlights vulnerabilities in energy security and economic stability amid geopolitical tensions and supply disruptions. The post Fuel theft surges in US as gas prices reach four-year high amid Iran conflict appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/17/2026, 4:50:52 PM
Bitcoin hits $78,000 as Trump declares Hormuz open for business
Bitcoin's surge reflects reduced geopolitical risk, but future volatility hinges on geopolitical tensions and policy shifts impacting markets. The post Bitcoin hits $78,000 as Trump declares Hormuz open for business appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/17/2026, 4:50:18 PM
Bitcoin Rockets To $78,000—Top Analyst Reveals How High It Could Go Next
Bitcoin (BTC) is making a strong comeback, snapping back toward the $78,000 area for the first time in more than two months as sentiment improves across global markets. The move comes as tensions between the United States and Iran appear to have eased, and the Strait of Hormuz has reopened—an event that has also driven […]
By Ronaldo Marquez 4/17/2026, 4:48:42 PM
World Bank, IMF warn of economic slowdown in Central Asia, Caucasus
Economic uncertainty in Central Asia and the Caucasus may exacerbate global instability, influencing monetary policies worldwide. The post World Bank, IMF warn of economic slowdown in Central Asia, Caucasus appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/17/2026, 4:48:12 PM
Ethereum Price Analysis: ETH Breaks Above Descending Channel After 6% Daily Surge
Ethereum is trading around $2,460 as it holds near its highest levels since the February breakdown, with the broader crypto market continuing to recover. ETH is now pressing against one of the most technically significant zones of the entire correction. How the price behaves over the next several sessions will go a long way toward […]
By Shayan Markets 4/17/2026, 4:44:33 PM
Congresswoman Sheri Biggs Discloses Up to $250,000 BTC Investment via iShares Bitcoin ETF
Bitcoin Magazine Congresswoman Sheri Biggs Discloses Up to $250,000 BTC Investment via iShares Bitcoin ETF Representative Sheri Biggs of South Carolina has disclosed a purchase of up to $250,000 in Bitcoin exposure. This post Congresswoman Sheri Biggs Discloses Up to $250,000 BTC Investment via iShares Bitcoin ETF first appeared on Bitcoin...
By Micah Zimmerman 4/17/2026, 4:42:39 PM
GitHub Overhauls Status Page With New Degraded Performance Tier
GitHub introduces three-tier incident classification, per-service uptime metrics, and dedicated Copilot AI model tracking in major status page transparency update. (Read More)
By N/A 4/17/2026, 4:41:41 PM
Israel strikes Tibnin Hospital amid ceasefire talks with Hezbollah
The attack on healthcare infrastructure complicates peace efforts, risking further escalation despite high ceasefire odds and diplomatic progress. The post Israel strikes Tibnin Hospital amid ceasefire talks with Hezbollah appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/17/2026, 4:41:05 PM
Trump signals slow pace for US recovery of Iranian uranium
Trump's approach may delay diplomatic progress, affecting global nuclear policy and market expectations for uranium recovery timelines. The post Trump signals slow pace for US recovery of Iranian uranium appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/17/2026, 4:39:16 PM
Bitcoin surpasses $78K, highest price since February 2026
Bitcoin's surge to $78K boosts optimism for a $100K milestone, highlighting potential market volatility amid regulatory and economic factors. The post Bitcoin surpasses $78K, highest price since February 2026 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/17/2026, 4:38:16 PM
Trump-Meloni rift deepens US-Europe tensions, exposes NATO fractures
The Trump-Meloni rift highlights growing US-Europe tensions, potentially impacting NATO cohesion and increasing withdrawal speculation. The post Trump-Meloni rift deepens US-Europe tensions, exposes NATO fractures appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/17/2026, 4:36:18 PM
IDF to continue Hezbollah operations in southern Lebanon despite ceasefire
The IDF's ongoing operations may strain regional stability and influence market perceptions of conflict resolution timelines. The post IDF to continue Hezbollah operations in southern Lebanon despite ceasefire appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/17/2026, 4:33:17 PM
IRGC locks 16 cruise missiles on US warships in Strait of Hormuz, prompting retreat
The missile lock-on highlights the fragile ceasefire and volatile conditions, impacting market confidence and geopolitical stability in the region. The post IRGC locks 16 cruise missiles on US warships in Strait of Hormuz, prompting retreat appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/17/2026, 4:30:47 PM
Iran claims Strait of Hormuz open, traders skeptical without vessel movement
Traders' skepticism highlights the need for tangible actions and diplomatic progress to ensure stability and confidence in global trade routes. The post Iran claims Strait of Hormuz open, traders skeptical without vessel movement appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/17/2026, 4:29:53 PM
Yemeni, Palestinian groups celebrate Lebanon ceasefire as resistance win
The ceasefire's celebration highlights regional tensions, but markets suggest skepticism about long-term peace and stability in the area. The post Yemeni, Palestinian groups celebrate Lebanon ceasefire as resistance win appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/17/2026, 4:28:03 PM
Iran rejects Trump’s claim on Strait of Hormuz, impacting peace deal sentiment
Iran's rebuttal highlights persistent distrust, complicating diplomatic efforts and influencing market perceptions of a peace deal's viability. The post Iran rejects Trump’s claim on Strait of Hormuz, impacting peace deal sentiment appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/17/2026, 4:27:20 PM
Trump optimistic on Iran deal, expects agreement “in a day or two”
Trump's optimism on an Iran deal could shift geopolitical dynamics, impacting global oil markets and U.S.-Iran relations significantly. The post Trump optimistic on Iran deal, expects agreement “in a day or two” appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/17/2026, 4:25:52 PM
UK and France to lead mission protecting Strait of Hormuz shipping
The mission's success hinges on regional peace, impacting geopolitical stability and global trade dynamics in the Strait of Hormuz. The post UK and France to lead mission protecting Strait of Hormuz shipping appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/17/2026, 4:22:13 PM