Trump fires Navy Secretary Phelan over shipbuilding strategy disputes
The firing highlights internal Navy conflicts, potentially delaying strategic resolutions and impacting market expectations on military operations. The post Trump fires Navy Secretary Phelan over shipbuilding strategy disputes appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/24/2026, 8:16:37 AM
Iran warns of retaliation on Saudi oil facilities amid rising tensions
Rising Iran-Saudi tensions could destabilize global oil markets, potentially leading to significant price volatility and supply disruptions. The post Iran warns of retaliation on Saudi oil facilities amid rising tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/24/2026, 8:15:45 AM
China dismisses Trump’s claim on Iranian ship, tensions rise
Rising tensions and China's dismissal of Trump's claims could hinder diplomatic progress, affecting geopolitical stability and market dynamics. The post China dismisses Trump’s claim on Iranian ship, tensions rise appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/24/2026, 8:11:18 AM
Reppo Surges, Briefly Crosses $20M Market Cap After Listing on Kraken
REPPO surged over 40% in 24 hours, and briefly pushed its market cap above $20 million before stabilizing…
By Ritu Lavania 4/24/2026, 8:09:47 AM
EU leaders push for new strategies to tackle energy crisis amid US-Israel conflict
The EU's strategic response to the energy crisis may stabilize inflation, but market skepticism persists without concrete ECB actions. The post EU leaders push for new strategies to tackle energy crisis amid US-Israel conflict appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/24/2026, 8:07:45 AM
Iran engages air defenses over Tehran amid ongoing conflict
The air defense engagement highlights persistent instability, potentially affecting regional security and international diplomatic dynamics. The post Iran engages air defenses over Tehran amid ongoing conflict appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/24/2026, 8:05:55 AM
Bitcoin-holder Metaplanet raises $50 million to buy more BTC
Metaplanet has issued 8 billion yen, or about $50 million, in zero-interest bonds to fund additional bitcoin purchases.
By Omkar Godbole 4/24/2026, 8:02:38 AM
Kuwait airport to resume operations April 26 amid Gulf region de-escalation
Kuwait's airport reopening signals potential regional stability, reducing immediate military conflict risks and fostering diplomatic opportunities. The post Kuwait airport to resume operations April 26 amid Gulf region de-escalation appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/24/2026, 8:00:02 AM
Major Bitcoin Miner Keeps Cashing Out Bitcoin (BTC)
Riot Platforms, one of the industry's largest publicly traded Bitcoin miners, is showing no signs of halting its massive selling spree.
By Alex Dovbnya 4/24/2026, 7:56:47 AM
No, XRP Isn't Featured In Secret US Government's Plans: Ripple CTO Emeritus Ends Speculation
Still believe in "secret government plan" theories for XRP? Learn why Ripple CTO Emeritus warns investors against relying on hidden signals for XRP growth.
By Gamza Khanzadaev 4/24/2026, 7:56:10 AM
US Consumer Sentiment Hits Record Low as S&P 500 Stays Near Peak Levels
TLDR: US consumer sentiment fell to 47.6, marking its lowest level amid rising cost pressures The S&P 500 remains near highs, showing a sharp disconnect from household expectations Retail outlook weakens as discount chains report softer demand and cautious guidance Strong premium travel demand contrasts with declining confidence among lower-income...
By Brenda Mary 4/24/2026, 7:53:53 AM
Trump confirms attendance at Mar-a-Lago gala for top TRUMP memecoin holders
U.S. President Donald Trump has confirmed plans to attend a private gala for top holders of his TRUMP memecoin at Mar-a-Lago, following earlier uncertainty around his participation. According to Reuters, the White House said Trump will deliver a keynote address…
By Rony Roy 4/24/2026, 7:53:29 AM
Macron pushes for European support in Lebanon, plans regional conference
Macron's initiative may enhance European diplomatic influence in Lebanon, potentially reshaping regional dynamics and cooperation. The post Macron pushes for European support in Lebanon, plans regional conference appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/24/2026, 7:53:14 AM
Cardano (ADA) faces bearish pressure as whales reduce exposure
Key takeaways ADA is trading below key resistance zones, signaling a bearish near-term bias and limiting recovery attempts. Whales are reducing their exposure to ADA, which could lead to further price decline. Cardano (ADA) continues to trade under pressure, hovering below $0.250 on Friday as price action remains subdued beneath key resistance...
By Hassan Maishera 4/24/2026, 7:52:51 AM
Altcoin Season Returns If This Happens: Dog Coins like DOGE to Lead?
Dogecoin trades near $0.097 amid risk-off pressure. Analysts say a Bitcoin recovery above $79,000 is the key trigger for altcoin season — and DOGE could lead. Full price analysis inside. The post Altcoin Season Returns If This Happens: Dog Coins like DOGE to Lead? appeared first on Coinspeaker.
By Daniel Francis 4/24/2026, 7:51:25 AM
Ethereum (ETH) Panic? Not So Fast: Ethena Data Shows Demand Holding
Despite the KelpDAO hack, things aren't that bad for staking on Ethereum network.
By Arman Shirinyan 4/24/2026, 7:51:00 AM
Trump-Iran meeting unlikely by April 30 amid stalled Middle East talks
Stalled Middle East talks highlight the challenges of achieving diplomatic breakthroughs, underscoring persistent regional tensions and complexities. The post Trump-Iran meeting unlikely by April 30 amid stalled Middle East talks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/24/2026, 7:49:29 AM
Lebanon and Israel extend ceasefire for three weeks after White House talks
The ceasefire extension fosters temporary stability, but ongoing tensions suggest fragile peace, impacting regional security dynamics. The post Lebanon and Israel extend ceasefire for three weeks after White House talks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/24/2026, 7:45:12 AM
Dogecoin Price Forecast: Key trendline hinders recovery despite whale, retail support
Dogecoin (DOGE) extends gains for the third consecutive day, trading above $0.095 at press time on Friday and approaching a key resistance trendline.
By N/A 4/24/2026, 7:43:48 AM
China Q1 fiscal spending up 2.6% as land sales income drops 24.4%
China's increased fiscal spending aims to counteract real estate revenue shortfalls, impacting GDP growth expectations and market dynamics. The post China Q1 fiscal spending up 2.6% as land sales income drops 24.4% appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/24/2026, 7:43:36 AM
Polkadot Price Tests Key Accumulation Zone After Prolonged Multi-Year Downtrend Phase
TLDR: Polkadot price hovers near $1.25 after a steep decline, placing it within a high-risk accumulation range. A reclaim above $2.35 remains essential for confirming any potential shift toward bullish market structure. Continued trading below key resistance levels keeps the broader Polkadot price trend under bearish pressure. A weekly close below...
By Brenda Mary 4/24/2026, 7:42:07 AM
LBank Launches Earn Boost Session with 100% APR for New Users and VIP Yield Products
LBank Launches Earn Boost Session with 100% APR for New Users and VIP Yield Products
By Chainwire 4/24/2026, 7:38:21 AM
Bitcoin ETF inflows hit $2B in 8 days
Institutional interest in Bitcoin ETFs suggests potential for future market shifts, despite current prediction market skepticism. The post Bitcoin ETF inflows hit $2B in 8 days appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/24/2026, 7:37:17 AM
Kelp’s $292M exploit sparks 2008-style DeFi risk debate
Kelp DAO’s $292M exploit sparked debate over layered DeFi risk after rsETH stress triggered withdrawals and market pauses.
By Olivia Stephanie 4/24/2026, 7:33:41 AM
Bitcoin Long-Term Holder Supply Drops as New LTHs Enter Market at a Loss
TLDR: Bitcoin long-term holder supply in profit has declined to 66.5%, nearing lower historical ranges Newly matured BTC holdings are entering long-term status at a loss due to past higher prices Six-month holding period creates a lag effect in Bitcoin long-term holder supply metrics Current data shows pressure on long-term holders, though...
By Brenda Mary 4/24/2026, 7:32:53 AM
Bitcoin ETFs Turn Positive for the Year as Flows Rebound Across All Major Timeframes
Spot Bitcoin ETFs are now positive across every major rolling flow period tracked by Bloomberg, according to ETF analyst Eric Balchunas. BNY’s global head of ETFs said yearly flows have moved back into the green, with BlackRock’s IBIT driving much of the recent momentum. Spot Bitcoin ETFs are back in positive territory for the year, [...]
By Benson Mawira 4/24/2026, 7:32:39 AM
Arbitrum’s $71M ETH Freeze Following KelpDAO Hack Reignites Crypto Decentralization Debate
Arbitrum's Security Council froze $71M in ETH from the KelpDAO exploit, sparking intense debate over decentralization versus security in crypto networks. The post Arbitrum’s $71M ETH Freeze Following KelpDAO Hack Reignites Crypto Decentralization Debate appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 4/24/2026, 7:32:10 AM
‘We Are DeFi, so MiCA Does Not Apply to Us.’ Sorry, but EBA and ESMA Have a Different Point of View
Do you think that DeFi projects are exempt from European regulation? Think again. Regulators look past technical architecture to assess who actually wields operational control. Discover why the “fully decentralised” exemption is exceptionally narrow and how this substance-over-form test dictates your MiCA obligations. MiCA Decoded is a 12-article...
By Guest Author 4/24/2026, 7:30:15 AM
Trump faces May 1 deadline to justify military operations against Iran
The deadline pressures Trump to seek congressional approval, potentially reducing military actions and favoring diplomatic solutions. The post Trump faces May 1 deadline to justify military operations against Iran appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/24/2026, 7:30:06 AM
KuCoin Launches KuCard in Australia via Mastercard Network
KuCoin enables crypto spending at Mastercard merchants in Australia via real-time conversion and card integration. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By Alex Costa 4/24/2026, 7:30:00 AM
U.S State Wisconsin Sues Coinbase, Polymarket, Kalshi, & Others Over ‘Illegal Betting’
The post U.S State Wisconsin Sues Coinbase, Polymarket, Kalshi, & Others Over ‘Illegal Betting’ appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News U.S state Wisconsin filed a lawsuit against the five major platforms, including Coinbase, Polymarket, Kalshi, Robinhood, and Crypto.com, claiming their prediction markets violate state gambling laws. The case...
By Rizwan Ansari 4/24/2026, 7:29:02 AM
Verifiable Bitcoin Accounts for Institutional Bitcoin: Your Custody, Your Terms
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By Chainwire 4/24/2026, 7:27:51 AM
Peter Schiff Labels Strategy’s STRC Preferred Stock ‘Most Obvious Ponzi’ in Heated Attack
Peter Schiff attacks Strategy's STRC preferred stock as a Ponzi scheme, criticizes SEC inaction, while MSTR surges 9% and Bitcoin trades around $78K. The post Peter Schiff Labels Strategy’s STRC Preferred Stock ‘Most Obvious Ponzi’ in Heated Attack appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 4/24/2026, 7:25:35 AM
U.S. DOJ freezes $701M in crypto tied to global scam networks
U.S. authorities have frozen more than $701 million in cryptocurrency tied to investment scams targeting Americans as part of an ongoing crackdown. The U.S. Department of Justice said Thursday that the funds were restrained through coordination with crypto exchanges and…
By Rony Roy 4/24/2026, 7:25:19 AM
El Niño, Iran conflict heighten crude oil supply concerns
The convergence of climate and geopolitical risks could lead to significant volatility in crude oil markets, testing market resilience. The post El Niño, Iran conflict heighten crude oil supply concerns appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/24/2026, 7:24:54 AM
Jane Street Moves to Dismiss Terraform Labs’ Insider Trading Allegations
Jane Street filed to dismiss Terraform's insider trading lawsuit, claiming the Terra collapse fraud was already prosecuted with Do Kwon sentenced to 15 years. The post Jane Street Moves to Dismiss Terraform Labs’ Insider Trading Allegations appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 4/24/2026, 7:24:45 AM
Morgan Stanley Enters Stablecoin Arena With New $10M Reserve Fund
Morgan Stanley launches Stablecoin Reserves Portfolio for digital currency issuers, requiring $10M minimum investment and complying with GENIUS Act rules. The post Morgan Stanley Enters Stablecoin Arena With New $10M Reserve Fund appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 4/24/2026, 7:24:13 AM
Strait of Hormuz closure cuts Persian Gulf oil output by 14.5M barrels daily
The closure's impact on oil supply may lead to prolonged price increases, affecting global markets and economic stability. The post Strait of Hormuz closure cuts Persian Gulf oil output by 14.5M barrels daily appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/24/2026, 7:23:31 AM
3,000,000 PI in 24 Hours: Is Pi Network’s Price Headed for Another Crash?
Here's why PI may plummet even more in the short term.
By Dimitar Dzhondzhorov 4/24/2026, 7:23:31 AM
AVAX Holds Key Support as AVAX One Revenue Growth Signals Expanding Ecosystem Strength
TLDR: AVAX trades within a crucial $8–$10 support zone, shaping its next directional move in the cycle AVAX One reports $2.4M revenue, driven by staking rewards and expanding mining operations Over 90% of AVAX holdings are staked, generating steady yield within a diversified model Market structure shows accumulation signs, with upside targets...
By Brenda Mary 4/24/2026, 7:21:53 AM
Trump moves to reclassify medical marijuana, impacting prediction markets
The reclassification move highlights regulatory uncertainty, affecting market confidence and delaying potential economic benefits from legalization. The post Trump moves to reclassify medical marijuana, impacting prediction markets appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/24/2026, 7:21:08 AM
Crypto Price Analysis Apr-17: ETH, XRP, ADA, BNB, and HYPE
This Friday, we examine Ethereum, Ripple, Cardano, Binance Coin, and Hyperliquid in greater detail. Ethereum (ETH) Ethereum was flat this week as bulls and bears battled it out below the key resistance at $2,400. So far, the market has found a fragile equilibrium, but this is unlikely to last. Either the key resistance breaks or […]
By Duo Nine 4/24/2026, 7:20:36 AM
White House confirms Trump to address memecoin gala on Saturday
US President Donald Trump will appear at an event for holders of the TRUMP memecoin after the White House previously said it wasn’t locked into his schedule.
By Jesse Coghlan 4/24/2026, 7:17:14 AM
US DOJ strike force 'restrains' $701M in crypto in ongoing scam crackdown
Besides freezing crypto, the strike force also seized a Telegram channel used to recruit unsuspecting job seekers and took down 503 fake crypto investment websites.
By Stephen Katte 4/24/2026, 7:15:03 AM
Lido Weighs $5.8 Million stETH Backstop to Help Cover Kelp Exploit Shortfall
Lido has proposed allocating up to 2,500 stETH, worth roughly $5.8 million, to help close the rsETH shortfall left by the Kelp exploit. The contribution would only be made available as part of a fully funded recovery package designed to cover the deficit in full. Lido is considering a measured intervention in the fallout from [...]
By Bena Ilyas 4/24/2026, 7:13:56 AM
Trump considers punishing NATO allies over Iran conflict stance
Trump's stance may strain NATO relations, but market skepticism suggests limited immediate impact on U.S. alliance commitments. The post Trump considers punishing NATO allies over Iran conflict stance appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/24/2026, 7:12:54 AM
Balancer Hack Attacker Back After 5 Months, Moves $2.5M in ETH
The Balancer hack attacker has converted 1,100 Ethereum into Bitcoin. The hacker’s return has sparked caution and speculation…
By Nynu Jamal 4/24/2026, 7:12:00 AM
Ethereum Holds Near $2.3K as BitMine Buys 100K ETH and Momentum Weakens
TLDR: BitMine acquired 100,000 ETH, worth about $233.7M, signaling continued large-scale accumulation activity. Ethereum trades near its realized price of $2,340, a key level often acting as resistance or support. Price remains below the $2,360 resistance, with repeated rejections confirming short-term bearish pressure. RSI below 50 and bearish...
By Brenda Mary 4/24/2026, 7:11:59 AM
China urges citizens to leave Iran amid security risks
China's advisory highlights potential regional instability, influencing global diplomatic strategies and market perceptions of geopolitical risk. The post China urges citizens to leave Iran amid security risks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/24/2026, 7:10:55 AM
JPG Store Shutdown Marks End of Cardano NFT Marketplace Era
TLDR: JPG Store shutdown starts April 23, 2026, with full closure on May 23, 2026 across Cardano NFT platform Restriction Mode disables new listings, offers, minting, and loans while allowing limited market activity Smart contracts remain live on Cardano, keeping NFTs and assets accessible after JPG Store shutdown Users must cancel listings,...
By Brenda Mary 4/24/2026, 7:08:40 AM