Bitcoin nears $80K as ETF inflows and corporate buying surge

Institutional interest and ETF inflows could drive long-term Bitcoin growth, but market remains cautious amid geopolitical and economic uncertainties. The post Bitcoin nears $80K as ETF inflows and corporate buying surge appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Estefano Gomez 4/27/2026, 6:28:55 AM

Iran signals openness to interim US deal to reopen Strait of Hormuz

An interim deal could stabilize global oil markets, reducing supply disruption risks and easing geopolitical tensions in the region. The post Iran signals openness to interim US deal to reopen Strait of Hormuz appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Estefano Gomez 4/27/2026, 6:25:11 AM

Bitcoin (BTC) Consolidates Near $79K as ETF Inflows Hit Four-Week Streak

Bitcoin consolidates near $79K with IBIT options surpassing $27.6B and spot ETFs logging $824M in weekly inflows. What's next for BTC price? The post Bitcoin (BTC) Consolidates Near $79K as ETF Inflows Hit Four-Week Streak appeared first on Blockonomi.

By Trader Edge 4/27/2026, 6:24:08 AM

Coachella turns to Google’s DeepMind AI to reimagine concerts beyond the stage

Coachella has partnered with Google DeepMind to test new AI tools that reshape how live music performances are created and experienced. According to a recent report, the festival used its 2026 edition to build and trial three experimental systems powered…

By Rony Roy 4/27/2026, 6:19:56 AM

Israeli tanks in Lebanon cast doubt on ceasefire stability

The presence of Israeli tanks in Lebanon undermines market confidence in a stable ceasefire, suggesting potential for renewed conflict. The post Israeli tanks in Lebanon cast doubt on ceasefire stability appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Estefano Gomez 4/27/2026, 6:18:01 AM

Solana News: Western Union to Launch USDPT Stablecoin on Solana Next Month

The post Solana News: Western Union to Launch USDPT Stablecoin on Solana Next Month appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News 175-Year-Old Money Transfer Giant Western Union is now preparing for a major move into crypto. The payments giant says it will launch its own stablecoin, called USDPT, next month on the Solana blockchain. The update signals...

By Rizwan Ansari 4/27/2026, 6:17:39 AM

Ripple’s David Schwartz rejects claims he misled XRP holders

David Schwartz says his 2017 XRP comments explained liquidity and market depth, not a guaranteed price prediction.

By Olivia Stephanie 4/27/2026, 6:16:55 AM

Pudgy Penguins, BAYC rally masks a shrinking NFT market as volumes and users fall

The two blue-chip collections are leading double-digit gains as global NFT sales volume falls and participation hits multi-year lows.

By Sam Reynolds 4/27/2026, 6:12:44 AM

BTC Touches $79,000 on Day One of the Bitcoin 2026 Conference in Las Vegas

BTC crossed $79,000 on Monday as the Bitcoin 2026 conference opened its doors at the Venetian Resort in Las Vegas, extending a four-week rally underpinned by record ETF inflows, easing geopolitical tensions, and fresh regulatory clarity from U.S. authorities. Key Takeaways: BTC touched $79,000 on April 27, coinciding with the opening day of the...

By Shiraz Jagati 4/27/2026, 6:05:38 AM

US sanctions Hengli Petrochemical for buying Iranian oil, impacting global supply

Sanctions on Hengli Petrochemical may tighten global oil supply, potentially driving prices higher and impacting international energy markets. The post US sanctions Hengli Petrochemical for buying Iranian oil, impacting global supply appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Estefano Gomez 4/27/2026, 6:04:42 AM

DeepSeek’s aggressive pricing pressures AI rivals, boosts Google’s odds

DeepSeek's pricing strategy intensifies AI market competition, potentially reshaping industry dynamics and influencing investment strategies. The post DeepSeek’s aggressive pricing pressures AI rivals, boosts Google’s odds appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Estefano Gomez 4/27/2026, 6:03:31 AM

Fed chair race progresses as Tillis backs Warsh following DOJ decision

Republican Senator Thom Tillis has lifted his opposition to Kevin Warsh’s nomination as Federal Reserve chair after a federal investigation into Jerome Powell concluded. According to a statement shared by Tillis on X, the U.S. Department of Justice has wrapped…

By Rony Roy 4/27/2026, 6:03:03 AM

Liquidations Surge as Bitcoin Price Pumps and Dumps on US-Iran Deal Reports

Over $140 million worth of shorts were wrecked in the past 12 hours alone.

By Jordan Lyanchev 4/27/2026, 6:02:09 AM

Bitcoin faces FOMC, GDP and PCE tests in busy market week

Bitcoin faces a busy week as traders watch the Fed decision, GDP data, PCE inflation, tech earnings and geopolitical risks.

By Olivia Stephanie 4/27/2026, 6:00:00 AM

Bitcoin crashes to $77.5K, erasing $27B market cap amid Fed chair news

The Bitcoin crash highlights the vulnerability of cryptocurrencies to macroeconomic shifts, potentially leading to increased market volatility. The post Bitcoin crashes to $77.5K, erasing $27B market cap amid Fed chair news appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Estefano Gomez 4/27/2026, 5:57:29 AM

Israel’s military operations intensify in southern Lebanon amid ceasefire talks

The intensification of military actions may undermine ceasefire prospects, highlighting the fragile nature of peace efforts in volatile regions. The post Israel’s military operations intensify in southern Lebanon amid ceasefire talks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Estefano Gomez 4/27/2026, 5:56:53 AM

BlackRock’s IBIT ETF adds $732.6M in Bitcoin, boosting market confidence

BlackRock's significant Bitcoin purchase may spur increased institutional interest, potentially stabilizing and boosting market sentiment. The post BlackRock’s IBIT ETF adds $732.6M in Bitcoin, boosting market confidence appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Estefano Gomez 4/27/2026, 5:56:19 AM

Bitcoin pulls back from 12-week high as Iran rally hits seller wall at $79,400

By Shaurya Malwa 4/27/2026, 5:47:29 AM

Guangdong power market turmoil as brokers cancel contracts amid Iran war

The Guangdong power market disruptions highlight potential global economic instability, indirectly affecting speculative assets like Bitcoin. The post Guangdong power market turmoil as brokers cancel contracts amid Iran war appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Estefano Gomez 4/27/2026, 5:38:47 AM

Senator Bernie Sanders Issues Warning on AI’s Existential Threat

Sanders stressed that even as most AI scientists acknowledge the possibility of AI escaping control and becoming a danger to our existence, no major measures have been taken to avoid it. “We must make certain that Al benefits humanity, not hurts us,” he stated. Key Takeaways: Bernie Sanders warns humanity might lose control of AI, […]

By Sergio Goschenko 4/27/2026, 5:30:45 AM

US-Iran peace talks stall over nuclear issues, market braces for uncertainty

The stalled US-Iran talks heighten market volatility and geopolitical tension, prompting traders to adjust strategies amid prolonged uncertainty. The post US-Iran peace talks stall over nuclear issues, market braces for uncertainty appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Estefano Gomez 4/27/2026, 5:27:36 AM

Western Union eyes May for its stablecoin USDPT rollout

Western Union CEO Devin McGranahan said the company will focus on expanding adoption and embedding digital assets into its core money movement platform going forward.

By Stephen Katte 4/27/2026, 5:24:58 AM

Ripple Vet Defends Controversial 2017 XRP Price Take

Ripple CTO Emeritus David Schwartz is pushing back against accusations that he misled the community behind the token..

By Alex Dovbnya 4/27/2026, 5:24:32 AM

Solana Price Forecast: SOL builds momentum, targeting triangle pattern breakout

Solana (SOL) trades near $88 at press time on Monday, testing grounds above its 50-day Exponential Moving Average (EMA) at $87.04. Renewed weekly inflows in SOL-focused Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) and rising activity in Solana futures suggest a spike in institutional and retail demand.

By N/A 4/27/2026, 5:20:43 AM

Solana (SOL) Edges Up, Traders Watch For Sustained Upside Move

Solana started a fresh increase above the $86 zone. SOL price is now consolidating above $87 and might aim for more gains above the $90 zone. SOL price started a fresh upward move above the $85 and $86 levels against the US Dollar. The price is now trading above $87 and the 100-hourly simple moving average. There is a bullish trend line forming...

By Aayush Jindal 4/27/2026, 5:18:58 AM

XRP price still follows Wall Street signals, new study finds

New research says XRP still follows Wall Street signals, with stocks, bonds and sovereign risk measures shaping crypto price direction.

By Olivia Stephanie 4/27/2026, 5:15:27 AM

Bitcoin Price Today: Analyst Says One Clean Break Above $79K Could Bring $100,000 Back

The post Bitcoin Price Today: Analyst Says One Clean Break Above $79K Could Bring $100,000 Back appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Bitcoin is currently trading around $79,126, up 2% in the last 24 hours and roughly 6% in the last week. BTC is slightly outperforming the broader crypto market as the level $80,000 comes back into focus. Analyst...

By Debashree Patra 4/27/2026, 5:08:25 AM

Iran war impacts circuit board supply, traders reassess oil positions

The Iran conflict's disruption of supply chains highlights global market vulnerabilities, prompting strategic reassessment in energy sectors. The post Iran war impacts circuit board supply, traders reassess oil positions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Estefano Gomez 4/27/2026, 5:06:44 AM

Iran reinstates currency subsidies amid economic turmoil

Iran's economic instability may influence global markets, potentially prompting Japan to reconsider its monetary policy amid geopolitical tensions. The post Iran reinstates currency subsidies amid economic turmoil appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Estefano Gomez 4/27/2026, 5:06:00 AM

Polymarket’s “smart money” is just 3% of users, study finds

A study says only 3.14% of Polymarket accounts drive price discovery, while unskilled traders absorb the platform’s losses.

By Olivia Stephanie 4/27/2026, 5:03:05 AM

Israel breaches Gaza ceasefire 2,400 times, truce stability in doubt

Frequent ceasefire breaches undermine regional stability and could impact Netanyahu's political future and Israel-Iran peace prospects. The post Israel breaches Gaza ceasefire 2,400 times, truce stability in doubt appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Estefano Gomez 4/27/2026, 5:03:00 AM

Drone incursion from Lebanon triggers sirens in northern Israel

The drone incursion highlights vulnerabilities in Israel's air defenses and raises concerns about potential regional military escalations. The post Drone incursion from Lebanon triggers sirens in northern Israel appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Estefano Gomez 4/27/2026, 4:59:57 AM

OpenAI GPT-5.5 release by April 30 market confidence

Market confidence in GPT-5.5's release reflects the growing influence of social media on financial speculation and tech industry trends. The post OpenAI GPT-5.5 release by April 30 market confidence appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Estefano Gomez 4/27/2026, 4:59:18 AM

USS Gerald R. Ford’s deployment confirms US strikes in Venezuela, Iran in 2026

The confirmed U.S. military actions in Venezuela and Iran in 2026 signal heightened geopolitical tensions and potential market volatility. The post USS Gerald R. Ford’s deployment confirms US strikes in Venezuela, Iran in 2026 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Estefano Gomez 4/27/2026, 4:56:07 AM

Iran demands end to US naval blockade before nuclear talks

Iran's demand complicates US-Iran diplomacy, reducing chances for quick nuclear de-escalation and impacting geopolitical stability. The post Iran demands end to US naval blockade before nuclear talks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Estefano Gomez 4/27/2026, 4:55:31 AM

Kim Jong UN pledges continued military support for Russia

Kim Jong Un's support for Russia complicates peace prospects, reinforcing bearish sentiment on a near-term Russia-Ukraine ceasefire. The post Kim Jong UN pledges continued military support for Russia appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Estefano Gomez 4/27/2026, 4:53:14 AM

Sen. Tillis lifts block on Fed chair nominee Warsh, clearing path for confirmation

The removal of the block on Warsh's nomination could accelerate financial market adjustments and influence monetary policy expectations. The post Sen. Tillis lifts block on Fed chair nominee Warsh, clearing path for confirmation appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Estefano Gomez 4/27/2026, 4:52:32 AM

Bitcoin Price Nears $80K Milestone as Heavy BTC ETF Demand Fuels Rally

Bitcoin rose above $79,000, driven by over $2.1 billion in inflows into US spot ETFs, signaling strong institutional…

By Ritu Lavania 4/27/2026, 4:50:36 AM

Bitcoin climbs toward $80K amid US-Iran Strait of Hormuz tensions

Geopolitical tensions may drive Bitcoin volatility, highlighting its role as a hedge against uncertainty and influencing market sentiment. The post Bitcoin climbs toward $80K amid US-Iran Strait of Hormuz tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Estefano Gomez 4/27/2026, 4:46:48 AM

Trump rejects envoy to Pakistan, suggests Iran talks by phone

Trump's approach may hinder diplomatic progress, affecting market confidence and reducing the likelihood of a timely US-Iran peace deal. The post Trump rejects envoy to Pakistan, suggests Iran talks by phone appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Estefano Gomez 4/27/2026, 4:45:27 AM

Western Union’s USDPT stablecoin is ready for a May launch

Western Union plans to launch USDPT in May, linking stablecoin settlement with its digital asset network and planned global Stable Card.

By Olivia Stephanie 4/27/2026, 4:43:51 AM

Cardano Price Forecast: Momentum improves as ADA nears key resistance

Cardano (ADA) extends its recovery, approaching its key resistance at $0.258 on Monday, where a decisive breakout could open the door to further gains.

By N/A 4/27/2026, 4:39:52 AM

US-Iran tensions rise, Bitcoin holds above $66K despite market concerns

Geopolitical tensions test Bitcoin's safe-haven status, but market resilience suggests limited immediate impact on its valuation. The post US-Iran tensions rise, Bitcoin holds above $66K despite market concerns appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Estefano Gomez 4/27/2026, 4:33:28 AM

Israeli airstrikes target Hezbollah as ceasefire market remains unchanged

The disconnect between market certainty and ongoing military actions suggests potential volatility and reevaluation of conflict outcomes. The post Israeli airstrikes target Hezbollah as ceasefire market remains unchanged appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Estefano Gomez 4/27/2026, 4:32:04 AM

Gold rises on US-Iran peace hopes, easing inflation weakens USD

Gold's rise amid US-Iran peace hopes and easing inflation could signal increased market volatility and strategic shifts in investment portfolios. The post Gold rises on US-Iran peace hopes, easing inflation weakens USD appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Estefano Gomez 4/27/2026, 4:31:23 AM

This Week in Crypto Law (Apr. 19, 2026)

Law and Ledger is a news segment focusing on crypto legal news, brought to you by Kelman Law – A law firm focused on digital asset commerce. This Week in Crypto Law The opinion editorial below was written by Alex Forehand and Michael Handelsman for Kelman.Law. This week in crypto law showcased a defining theme […]

By Guest Author 4/27/2026, 4:30:33 AM

XRP Price Eyes $1.45 Break Again, Can Bulls Force Upside Move?

XRP price started a decent increase above $1.4350. The price is now consolidating gains and might aim for more gains above the $1.450 zone. XRP price started a steady increase above the $1.4340 zone. The price is now trading above $1.440 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There is a bullish trend line forming with support at $1.4320 on the...

By Aayush Jindal 4/27/2026, 4:28:18 AM

Iranian foreign minister to meet Putin on war developments in St. Petersburg

The meeting may signal increased Russian support for Iran, potentially escalating regional tensions and impacting global diplomatic dynamics. The post Iranian foreign minister to meet Putin on war developments in St. Petersburg appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Estefano Gomez 4/27/2026, 4:27:07 AM

Bitcoin price stable amid US-Iran tensions, traders dismiss sub-$68K dip

Bitcoin's stability amid geopolitical tensions highlights its role as a non-sovereign asset, attracting demand during global uncertainties. The post Bitcoin price stable amid US-Iran tensions, traders dismiss sub-$68K dip appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

By Estefano Gomez 4/27/2026, 4:24:16 AM

Aave asks Arbitrum to send 30K ETH from Kelp exploiter to ‘DeFi United’

More than $21 million in contributions has been made to the "DeFi United" relief effort so far, with another $215 million to be potentially allocated if certain governance proposals succeed.

By Brayden Lindrea 4/27/2026, 4:20:58 AM