OKX launches agent payments protocol for full AI-driven transactions
Crypto exchange OKX has launched an open protocol designed to let AI agents carry out full business transactions, extending machine payments into end-to-end commercial activity. According to OKX, the Agent Payments Protocol enables AI systems to handle not only payments…
By Rony Roy 4/30/2026, 7:09:25 AM
Americans Lose $2,100,000,000 in One Year As Social Media Scammers Hack Accounts, Target Victims With Ads: FTC
US regulators say people lost more money on scams perpetrated using social media than through any other medium last year. New data based on reports to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) show that in 2025, nearly 30% of the people who lost money to a scam said that the scheme started on social media. Losses […] The post Americans Lose...
By Rhodilee Jean Dolor 4/30/2026, 7:04:31 AM
Celsius Founder Lands $10 Million FTC Settlement—And A Crypto Ban For Life
Alex Mashinsky, the founder of the crypto lender Celsius, has settled with the US Federal Trade Commission (FTC). The high-profile case stems from allegations that Mashinsky and Celsius violated multiple areas of federal law, including claims tied to securities and commodities rules. Celsius Founder’s New Limits Under the terms described in the...
By Ronaldo Marquez 4/30/2026, 7:00:09 AM
W Group Advances European Expansion as White Tech Obtains MiCA Authorization
April 29, 2026 — Zagreb, Croatia. 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)...
By DailyCoin Team 4/30/2026, 7:00:00 AM
Ripple (XRP) Drops Major Announcement for Middle East and Africa Clients
The company said the region has become one of its most important in the past several years.
By Jordan Lyanchev 4/30/2026, 6:57:31 AM
Exclusive: Crypto CEO Breaks Down Why Bitcoin and Ethereum Prices Fell After Fed’s Shock Decision
The post Exclusive: Crypto CEO Breaks Down Why Bitcoin and Ethereum Prices Fell After Fed’s Shock Decision appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News The Federal Reserve left interest rates unchanged, but the decision itself was almost beside the point. What rattled crypto markets was a single phrase buried in the policy statement that traders and...
By Anjali Belgaumkar 4/30/2026, 6:54:06 AM
Meta taps USDC to power creator payments through Solana and Polygon
Meta has begun offering select creators the option to receive payouts in USDC, expanding its payments model into blockchain-based transfers. According to a support page published by Meta Platforms, eligible creators can receive USDC directly into crypto wallets operating on…
By Rony Roy 4/30/2026, 6:50:04 AM
US Spot Bitcoin ETFs Bleed for Third Day in a Row, $490 Million Gone
The post US Spot Bitcoin ETFs Bleed for Third Day in a Row, $490 Million Gone appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs have now recorded their third straight day of outflows, with total withdrawals crossing $490 million. Following this selling pressure, Bitcoin price dropped 3% after the Federal Reserve kept interest rates...
By Rizwan Ansari 4/30/2026, 6:42:55 AM
Breaking: Ripple Expands Its Presence in Middle East with New HQ
Enterprise blockchain firm Ripple is significantly expanding its Middle East and Africa (MEA) operations by launching a new regional headquarters in the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC).
By Alex Dovbnya 4/30/2026, 6:35:48 AM
SOL Quantum Defense Plan Lands as Foundation Picks Falcon Scheme and Pepeto Presale Eyes the Listing That Closes the Window
The post SOL Quantum Defense Plan Lands as Foundation Picks Falcon Scheme and Pepeto Presale Eyes the Listing That Closes the Window appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News The Solana price prediction outlook strengthened on April 27 after the Solana Foundation published its full post-quantum migration plan, picking the Falcon scheme as the path...
By PR Manager 4/30/2026, 6:35:48 AM
FBI crackdown hits crypto pig butchering networks, 276 arrested
An FBI-led global enforcement effort targeting crypto pig butchering schemes has led to the arrest of 276 suspects and the disruption of nine crypto scam centers tied to investment fraud operations. According to the U.S. Department of Justice, the operation…
By Rony Roy 4/30/2026, 6:35:11 AM
Ripple expands headquarters in Dubai’s financial hub as regional demand accelerates
Ripple's expansion in Dubai underscores the Middle East's growing influence in the blockchain sector, potentially reshaping global finance dynamics. The post Ripple expands headquarters in Dubai’s financial hub as regional demand accelerates appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 4/30/2026, 6:34:51 AM
Stable Sea adds WisdomTree tokenized Treasury fund for corporate cash management
Stable Sea added WisdomTree’s WTGXX fund, giving firms access to tokenized Treasury yield for idle cash management.
By Olivia Stephanie 4/30/2026, 6:33:58 AM
Ouch. The U.S. 30-year Treasury yield just hit 5% and bitcoin may pay the price
Hawkish dissent within the Federal Reserve, elevated oil prices and rising long-term inflation expectations are pushing bond yields higher.
By Omkar Godbole 4/30/2026, 6:31:57 AM
Kambi Commits to 100% AI-Traded World Cup as Q1 Bet Automation Hits 60%
Regulated B2B sportsbook supplier Kambi reported Q1 2026 EBITDA up 63.5% on the year. CEO Werner Bercher repeated his assertion that the entire 2026 FIFA World Cup will be priced and risk-managed by its AI trading system, with a new data point supporting his statement – Q1 bet automation is already at 60% across the […]
By Luci Kelemen 4/30/2026, 6:30:54 AM
Bitcoin Could Free Businesses From Bank Control, CEO Says
Twenty One Capital holds 43,514 Bitcoin worth roughly $3.3 billion — and its CEO wants the world to know why. Related Reading: Bitcoin Transparency Gets A Boost As Dorsey’s Block Unveils Reserve Proof A Direct Attack On Card Networks Jack Mallers took the stage at the Bitcoin 2026 Conference with one clear message: the payment […]
By Christian Encila 4/30/2026, 6:30:07 AM
Ripple Expands Dubai Presence with New MEA Headquarters
The post Ripple Expands Dubai Presence with New MEA Headquarters appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Ripple is strengthening its Middle East strategy by expanding its regional headquarters in Dubai’s DIFC, a key global financial hub known for its strong regulatory framework and growing fintech ecosystem. The move builds on Ripple’s early...
By Sohrab Khawas 4/30/2026, 6:17:45 AM
Crypto Slides as Fed Holds Rates in Rarely Split Decision, Dimming Hopes for Cuts
Bitcoin slipped below $75,000 after the Fed held rates at 3.5% to 3.75% in a rare 8-4 vote, cooling hopes for faster cuts as inflation and leadership uncertainty weigh on crypto markets. The post Crypto Slides as Fed Holds Rates in Rarely Split Decision, Dimming Hopes for Cuts appeared first on Crypto News Australia.
By Jos Oramas 4/30/2026, 6:06:45 AM
XRP Goes Mainstream in Japan with Rakuten Integration
Rakuten Wallet has officially launched XRP spot trading and real-world payment functionalities.
By Alex Dovbnya 4/30/2026, 6:05:56 AM
Cardano Price Forecast: ADA extends losses as bearish signals emerge
Cardano (ADA) price is trading at $0.244 on Thursday after falling over 3% so far this week. ADA’s on-chain and derivatives data hint at a mild bearish tilt with declining social dominance and increasing short bets.
By N/A 4/30/2026, 6:03:19 AM
Bitcoin slides toward $75,000, ETH, SOL, XRP drop as oil hits four-year high
Crypto sold off across the board with bitcoin down 2.1% and ether off 3.4% as Brent crude surged 7.1% to $126 a barrel on reports President Trump is being briefed on military options for Iran.
By Shaurya Malwa 4/30/2026, 6:02:31 AM
Is Bitcoin's four-year cycle dead?
Is the legendary boom-and-bust rhythm of Bitcoin finally breaking down, or are traders misreading the market? After surging to $126,000 and then dropping nearly 50% in a matter of months, Bitcoin is challenging one of its most trusted narratives: the four-year cycle.
By N/A 4/30/2026, 6:00:00 AM
WLFI drops 14% as controversial token unlock goes to vote
The proposal to unlock more than 62 billion WLFI tokens over four to five years has 99.95% approval but is still facing backlash on X.
By N/A 4/30/2026, 5:56:28 AM
Stripe Unveils Major Treasury Upgrade at Stripe Sessions
The post Stripe Unveils Major Treasury Upgrade at Stripe Sessions appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Stripe has upgraded its Treasury platform at Stripe Sessions, enabling businesses to hold and manage funds in multiple currencies and stablecoins. The update also allows instant, free transfers between US businesses on Stripe and global...
By Sohrab Khawas 4/30/2026, 5:52:12 AM
XRP News Today: 44 Million Rakuten Pay Users Get Direct Access to XRP in Biggest Japan Rollout Yet
The post XRP News Today: 44 Million Rakuten Pay Users Get Direct Access to XRP in Biggest Japan Rollout Yet appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News RippleX has announced that users of Rakuten Wallet can now convert Rakuten Points directly into XRP, trade it in-app, and spend it across more than 5 million merchant locations, marking one of the...
By Debashree Patra 4/30/2026, 5:47:54 AM
Bullish Links With Ripple Prime to Unlock Bitcoin Options for Institutions
Amid the growing competition for institutional crypto inflows, Bullish Exchange has launched a new integration that lets Ripple Prime clients trade Bitcoin options. The post Bullish Links With Ripple Prime to Unlock Bitcoin Options for Institutions appeared first on Crypto News Australia.
By Jody McDonald 4/30/2026, 5:43:03 AM
OKX publishes open protocol enabling AI agents to quote, escrow and settle autonomously
OKX's protocol could revolutionize AI-driven commerce by enabling autonomous transactions, potentially reducing human intervention in business operations. The post OKX publishes open protocol enabling AI agents to quote, escrow and settle autonomously appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 4/30/2026, 5:35:18 AM
Maduro Raid Commando Pleads Not Guilty After $400K Polymarket Bet on His Own Mission
U.S. Army Master Sergeant Gannon Ken Van Dyke pleaded not guilty Tuesday to five federal charges over a series of Polymarket bets that turned $33,000 into more than $404,000, in what prosecutors describe as the first insider-trading case ever filed against a prediction-markets trader. Key Takeaways: Van Dyke pleads not guilty to five federal...
By Luci Kelemen 4/30/2026, 5:30:57 AM
Twenty One Capital jumps as Tether backs Strike merger plan
Twenty One Capital rose after hours as Tether backed proposed mergers with Strike and Elektron to expand its Bitcoin-focused platform.
By Olivia Stephanie 4/30/2026, 5:20:55 AM
Hyperliquid Unveils Outcome Token Fees as Prediction Market Push Heats Up
Hyperliquid published testnet outcome-token fee rules with no charge to open trades, positioning HIP-4 for prediction markets after the sector hit $63.5 billion in 2025 trading volume. The post Hyperliquid Unveils Outcome Token Fees as Prediction Market Push Heats Up appeared first on Crypto News Australia.
By Jody McDonald 4/30/2026, 5:20:00 AM
Dogecoin (DOGE) Jumps Past $0.10, Bulls Eye Extended Upside Move
Dogecoin started a fresh increase from the $0.0950 zone against the US Dollar. DOGE is now facing hurdles near $0.1075 and might aim for a larger rally. DOGE price started a decent upward move above $0.100 and $0.1050. The price is trading above the $0.1040 level and the 100-hourly simple moving average. There is a key bullish trend line forming...
By Aayush Jindal 4/30/2026, 5:08:18 AM
Visa Expands Stablecoin Pilot to Polygon and New Chains as Settlement Trials Grow
Visa’s stablecoin pilot now spans nine blockchains, as the payments firm scales testing of blockchain-based settlement across global partners. The post Visa Expands Stablecoin Pilot to Polygon and New Chains as Settlement Trials Grow appeared first on Crypto News Australia.
By Rachel Lourdesamy 4/30/2026, 5:05:11 AM
Hedera (HBAR) Price Prediction 2026, 2027 – 2030: Will HBAR Price Hit $1?
The post Hedera (HBAR) Price Prediction 2026, 2027 – 2030: Will HBAR Price Hit $1? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Story Highlights The live price of Hedera crypto is . HBAR price prediction for 2026 suggests potential highs of $1.05 Long term forecasts indicate HBAR could reach $2.20 by 2030. Hedera has been making waves in the...
By Shubham Vishwakarma 4/30/2026, 5:02:10 AM
Fake ‘HSBC’ Stablecoins Emerge Before Launch—Hong Kong Issues Warning
Hong Kong’s financial regulator has warned about fake tokens claiming to be associated with licensed stablecoin issuers HSBC and Anchorpoint. Both Anchorpoint & HSBC Confirm No Official Stablecoin Launch Yet The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) has posted a notification on its website warning the public regarding certain stablecoins floating...
By Keshav Verma 4/30/2026, 5:00:30 AM
RealOpen and TRON Verify $9.4M in USDT for Crypto-Enabled Real Estate Purchases
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. Los Angeles, California, April 29, 2026 — RealOpen, the leading platform for buying real estate with crypto, today announced the conclusion of its...
By Media 4/30/2026, 5:00:07 AM
Pi Network Price Forecast: PI under pressure as heavy deposits threaten key support
Pi Network (PI) trades below $0.1800 at press time on Thursday, under intense selling as exchange deposits cross 4 million PI tokens in 24 hours. The technical outlook for PI is turning bearish as heavy deposits threaten the 50-day Exponential Moving Average (EMA) support at $0.1780.
By N/A 4/30/2026, 5:00:00 AM
Here’s what happened in crypto today
Need to know what happened in crypto today? Here is the latest news on daily trends and events impacting Bitcoin price, blockchain, DeFi, NFTs, Web3 and crypto regulation.
By Cointelegraph 4/30/2026, 5:00:00 AM
Twenty One Capital rises on proposed merger with Strike and Elektron
Tether proposed that Elektron founder and CEO Raphael Zagury serve as president of the proposed merged company, while Strike's Jack Mallers would also serve in an executive role.
By Jesse Coghlan 4/30/2026, 4:58:25 AM
Hyperliquid’s HYPE token could be its prediction market weapon, Arthur Hayes says
HIP-4 could become a dominant prediction-market venue because Hyperliquid users can get economic exposure to platform usage through HYPE, unlike users of Polymarket or Kalshi.
By Sam Reynolds 4/30/2026, 4:54:23 AM
XRP and XLM outlook: Price action remains under pressure as downside pressure intensifies
Ripple (XRP) and Stellar (XLM) price action remains under pressure so far this week, with XRP and XLM extending their recent losses by over 4% and 6%, respectively.
By N/A 4/30/2026, 4:42:07 AM
Pi Network News Today: Half a Billion Tasks Done as Pi Targets the AI Human Data Market
The post Pi Network News Today: Half a Billion Tasks Done as Pi Targets the AI Human Data Market appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Pi Network has completed more than 526 million human validation tasks through a distributed workforce of over one million identity-verified participants, the project announced this week, positioning itself as...
By Debashree Patra 4/30/2026, 4:31:15 AM
US Court Sentences French National to 8 Years in $470M Crypto Laundering Case
A U.S. court sentenced Maximilien de Hoop Cartier to eight years in prison for helping launder more than $470 million through an unlicensed crypto exchange. Prosecutors said the network used U.S. banks, shell companies, and crypto accounts to move criminal proceeds overseas. Key Takeaways: Authorities sentenced a French national to eight years for...
By Kevin Helms 4/30/2026, 4:30:39 AM
Trump rejects Iran proposal, keeps naval blockade amid nuclear deal stalemate
The ongoing blockade heightens geopolitical tensions, potentially driving up oil prices and increasing market volatility amid diplomatic uncertainty. The post Trump rejects Iran proposal, keeps naval blockade amid nuclear deal stalemate appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/30/2026, 4:21:56 AM
XRP Price Softens Further, Grinding Losses Test Bullish Patience
XRP price extended losses and traded below $1.380. The price is now consolidating losses and faces hurdles near $1.3840 and $1.40. XRP price started another decline and traded below the $1.3840 zone. The price is now trading below $1.380 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There is a bearish trend line forming with resistance at $1.3840 on...
By Aayush Jindal 4/30/2026, 4:08:02 AM
Iranian jet bombs US base in Kuwait, challenges air defense systems
The incident underscores vulnerabilities in US air defenses, potentially prompting more aggressive military strategies and policy shifts. The post Iranian jet bombs US base in Kuwait, challenges air defense systems appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/30/2026, 4:06:06 AM
Bitcoin $90,000 Predictions Surge Across Social Media—Contrarian Signal?
Social media data shows trader calls for $90,000+ Bitcoin prices have registered a spike recently, a potential sign of FOMO brewing in the market. Bitcoin Has Seen An Uptick In Greedy Social Media Calls In a new post on X, analytics firm Santiment has talked about where the social media crowd is expecting Bitcoin to go next. The indicator of...
By Keshav Verma 4/30/2026, 4:00:33 AM
Ripple partners with Kbank to boost XRP institutional demand in South Korea
Ripple's partnership with Kbank could significantly enhance institutional crypto adoption in South Korea, influencing regional market dynamics. The post Ripple partners with Kbank to boost XRP institutional demand in South Korea appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/30/2026, 3:54:59 AM
CENTCOM to brief Trump on unprecedented military options against Iran
The briefing could significantly impact market sentiment and geopolitical stability, potentially altering Iran's internal dynamics and leadership. The post CENTCOM to brief Trump on unprecedented military options against Iran appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/30/2026, 3:51:34 AM
Crypto Overview: Fed decision triggers $500 million in liquidations – Terra Classic, Dogecoin lead gains
Bitcoin (BTC) stalls above $76,000 at press time on Thursday as the US Federal Reserve keeps the interest rates steady. Still, the short-term volatility surge triggered over $500 million in liquidations within 24 hours.
By N/A 4/30/2026, 3:48:32 AM
Top Cardano (ADA) Price Predictions as of Late
"Whoever thinks Cardano is dead has clearly not been through other bear markets," one analyst argued.
By Dimitar Dzhondzhorov 4/30/2026, 3:46:53 AM