Ripple Schedules XRP-Tokyo 2026 With Industry Leaders
TLDR Ripple will host XRP-Tokyo 2026 in Japan to focus on XRP adoption and enterprise use cases. XRPL Japan organized the conference and confirmed participation from senior Ripple executives. Christina Chan, Tatsuya Kohrogi, and Markus Infanger will present Ripple’s XRP strategy. The event will address institutional adoption of XRP and the XRP...
By Maxwell Mutuma 4/6/2026, 6:35:36 PM
SecondHQ’s Bark Boasts New era of Bitcoin Payments, drawing in former Blockstream developers
Bitcoin Magazine SecondHQ’s Bark Boasts New era of Bitcoin Payments, drawing in former Blockstream developers SecondHQ, the Bitcoin development lab founded by ex-Blockstream executives including CEO Steven Roose and CTO Erik De Smedt, has unveiled Bark — its custom Ark protocol implementation promising self-custodial payments that are faster and...
By Juan Galt 4/6/2026, 6:34:47 PM
AI agents, privacy and prediction markets define ETHGlobal Cannes 2026 finalists
ETHGlobal Cannes 2026’s 10 finalists push AI agents, privacy infrastructure and on-chain prediction markets through projects like ENShell, DIVE, Corpus and VEIL VPN. ETHGlobal used a simple “Drumroll please…” tweet to introduce what is arguably one of its most technically…
By Dorian Batycka 4/6/2026, 6:28:42 PM
Bitcoin Tops $70,000 as US-Iran Ceasefire Talks Lift Risk Appetite
Bitcoin climbed above $70,200 on Monday for the first time since March 25, as a report that the US and Iran are negotiating a 45-day ceasefire sent risk assets sharply higher across global markets. Bitcoin (BTC) reclaimed $70,000 on Monday…
By Peace Longe 4/6/2026, 6:28:28 PM
Bitcoin Reclaims $70,000 Despite Geopolitical Unrest; Experts Alert on Market Vulnerability
Despite mounting geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, bitcoin reclaimed the $70,000 mark on Monday, supported by Strategy’s latest acquisition of 4,871 bitcoins. Key Takeaways: Bitcoin hit $70,355 on April 6, keeping market cap near $1.4T despite Iran rejecting U.S. ceasefire. Michael Saylor’s company Strategy bought 4,871 BTC worth $329.9M,...
By Terence Zimwara 4/6/2026, 6:26:41 PM
NYT: Milei Spoke With LIBRA Figure Before Crash
TLDR The New York Times reported that Javier Milei exchanged seven phone calls with a LIBRA project promoter on the token’s launch night. Federal investigators in Argentina have named Milei as a person of interest in the ongoing probe. LIBRA briefly reached a market cap of over $4 billion before losing more than 90% of [...] The post NYT: Milei...
By Maxwell Mutuma 4/6/2026, 6:25:11 PM
Chaos Labs exits Aave after risk clash and legal fears
Chaos Labs is ending its three‑year Aave mandate after a $27m oracle fiasco, deep governance infighting, and mounting fears over who is legally liable when DeFi risk breaks. Chaos Labs, the risk firm that has “priced every loan initiated on…
By Andrew Folkler 4/6/2026, 6:19:44 PM
JPMorgan Warns Tesla (TSLA) Stock Could Plunge 60% — Analyst Breakdown
JPMorgan analyst sets $145 target on Tesla (TSLA) stock, implying 60% downside, citing weak Q1 deliveries and record inventory buildup. The post JPMorgan Warns Tesla (TSLA) Stock Could Plunge 60% — Analyst Breakdown appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 4/6/2026, 6:15:54 PM
Intel (INTC) Stock: Tech Giants Eye Foundry Services in Potential Partnership Shake-Up
Intel (INTC) stock gains attention as the chipmaker negotiates with Amazon and Google to provide advanced packaging services through its Foundry business. The post Intel (INTC) Stock: Tech Giants Eye Foundry Services in Potential Partnership Shake-Up appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 4/6/2026, 6:15:03 PM
Carvana (CVNA) Stock Tumbles 25% YTD After Bank of America Cuts Rating on Macro Headwinds
Carvana (CVNA) stock down 25% in 2026 after BofA downgrade. Oil prices and rising rates pressure core customers despite Q1 revenue beat potential. The post Carvana (CVNA) Stock Tumbles 25% YTD After Bank of America Cuts Rating on Macro Headwinds appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 4/6/2026, 6:13:32 PM
Three Energy Powerhouses to Watch: GE Vernova (GEV), Constellation (CEG), and NextEra (NEE) Reveal 2026 Targets
GE Vernova (GEV), Constellation Energy (CEG), and NextEra Energy (NEE) outline 2026 targets. Compare growth profiles, buybacks, and earnings potential. The post Three Energy Powerhouses to Watch: GE Vernova (GEV), Constellation (CEG), and NextEra (NEE) Reveal 2026 Targets appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 4/6/2026, 6:12:37 PM
Security Matters (SMX) Stock Jumps 64% on Blockchain Material Tracking Platform
Security Matters (SMX) stock surged 63.9% after unveiling its Digital Material Passport Platform, enabling blockchain-based material tracking and tokenization. The post Security Matters (SMX) Stock Jumps 64% on Blockchain Material Tracking Platform appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 4/6/2026, 6:11:47 PM
Is Bitcoin price rebound above $69,000 a dead-cat bounce?
Bitcoin (BTC) price broke through last week’s sell zone around $69,000 to reach a seven-day peak on April 6, amid … Continue reading The post Is Bitcoin price rebound above $69,000 a dead-cat bounce? appeared first on Finbold.
By Steve Muchoki 4/6/2026, 6:11:39 PM
Lumentum (LITE) Stock Slides 5.5% as Investors Take Profits Following Explosive Rally
Lumentum (LITE) stock fell 5.5% on April 6 as investors locked in profits after a 90.7% Q1 rally. NVIDIA partnership intact, earnings due May 5. The post Lumentum (LITE) Stock Slides 5.5% as Investors Take Profits Following Explosive Rally appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 4/6/2026, 6:11:11 PM
Bitcoin futures open interest jumps 8% in a day, Coinglass shows
Binance faces renewed questions over its $4.3b post-plea cleanup as crime-monitoring staff depart and chief compliance officer Noah Perlman weighs an exit. Bitcoin (BTC) futures traders added more than $3.8 billion in new leveraged positions over the past 24 hours,…
By Andrew Folkler 4/6/2026, 6:11:05 PM
Chaos Labs Walks Away from Aave Risk Management Despite $5M Renewal Proposal
Chaos Labs ends its Aave risk management role despite a $5M renewal offer, citing budget constraints, strategic gaps, and V4 complexity challenges. The post Chaos Labs Walks Away from Aave Risk Management Despite $5M Renewal Proposal appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Oliver Dale 4/6/2026, 6:10:52 PM
Polymarket Launches Major Infrastructure Overhaul With Enhanced Order Book and Native USD Token
Polymarket rolls out comprehensive infrastructure upgrade featuring CLOB v2 order book system and native Polymarket USD token for improved trading performance. The post Polymarket Launches Major Infrastructure Overhaul With Enhanced Order Book and Native USD Token appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Oliver Dale 4/6/2026, 6:09:59 PM
Nokia (NOK) Stock Surges Nearly 7% on Cloud RAN and Software Strength
Nokia (NOK) stock rallied 6.7% to $8.82 driven by 5G Cloud-RAN leadership, enterprise gains, and expectations for 100% EPS growth year-over-year. The post Nokia (NOK) Stock Surges Nearly 7% on Cloud RAN and Software Strength appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 4/6/2026, 6:09:28 PM
Strategy buys $330 million worth of BTC as Q1 unrealized loss hits $14.46 billion
Strategy (MSTR) purchased 4,781 BTC for approximately $330 million last week, according to a Form 8-K filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on Monday.
By N/A 4/6/2026, 6:08:21 PM
Fed Officials Sound Alarm: Inflation Risks Escalating as Rate Cuts Remain Distant
Fed officials warn inflation is entering the danger zone, citing tariffs and Middle East conflict. Rate cuts appear unlikely as monetary policy stays tight. The post Fed Officials Sound Alarm: Inflation Risks Escalating as Rate Cuts Remain Distant appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 4/6/2026, 6:08:19 PM
Chaos Labs exits Aave risk role after clash over V4 scope and economics
Chaos Labs is leaving Aave, saying V4s added risk burden and budget constraints no longer support the standard the protocol demands. The post Chaos Labs exits Aave risk role after clash over V4 scope and economics appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/6/2026, 6:07:58 PM
Crypto AI project OpenServ claims to beat OpenAI in direct benchmark comparisons
Crypto AI company OpenServ is trying to sell two things at once: an AI infrastructure story and a crypto token story. Its claim that its new model, SERV Nano, can match or beat OpenAI on some tasks has made that pitch more interesting, but they have also raised the standard of proof. The company describes […] The post Crypto AI project OpenServ...
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 4/6/2026, 6:05:42 PM
OpenAI CEO Urges U.S. Action on AI Superintelligence
TLDR OpenAI Chief Executive Sam Altman urged U.S. policymakers to prepare for advanced AI systems that are rapidly entering daily economic use. He said current AI models already perform coding and research tasks once handled by teams of programmers. Altman warned that more powerful systems could enable major scientific discoveries while also...
By Maxwell Mutuma 4/6/2026, 6:03:39 PM
What Does The Japanese Bond Gap Have To Do With The XRP Price Reaching $150?
Crypto pundit Remi has explained the impact that the Japanese Bond gap could have on the XRP price reaching $150. This came as he declared that the rising Japanese 10-bond yield is a good thing for XRP holders but bad for the world. What The Rising Japanese Bond Yield Means For The XRP Price In an X post, Remi, alluding to the rising Japanese...
By Scott Matherson 4/6/2026, 6:00:45 PM
Ripple (XRP) Sees New Forecasts Post CLARITY Act, Experts Predict $3 Valuation Before 2026 End
XRP has climbed into the $1.30–$1.35 range as April begins, riding fresh optimism around the CLARITY Act, CEO Brad Garlinghouse’s bullish outlook for a record-breaking year, and growing talk of expanded institutional partnerships like Mastercard. The network continues to show solid real-world utility and regulatory tailwinds. Still, many long-term...
By PR Desk 4/6/2026, 6:00:33 PM
Galaxy to Hold GLXY Shareholder Vote Onchain in May
TLDR Galaxy will use Broadridge’s ProxyVote platform for its GLXY shareholder vote in May. Broadridge will record tokenized GLXY governance votes on the Avalanche Layer 1 blockchain. ProxyVote now supports both traditional and tokenized securities in one system. Galaxy previously issued its onchain shares through Superstate’s Opening Bell...
By Maxwell Mutuma 4/6/2026, 5:52:50 PM
Aave loses key risk manager, Chaos Labs, amid contributor exodus and disputes
A key sticking point is Aave’s V4 upgrade, which introduces a new architecture and significantly expands the scope of risk management.
By Margaux Nijkerk 4/6/2026, 5:50:02 PM
Circle Mints $3.25B USDC on Solana as Quantum Risks Rise
TLDR Circle minted $3.25 billion in USDC on Solana over seven days, marking its busiest week in 2026. The issuance occurred through 13 separate $250 million mint transactions recorded on-chain. USDC now accounts for 52% of the $14.7 billion in stablecoins circulating on Solana. Circle released a paper outlining its response to quantum computing...
By Maxwell Mutuma 4/6/2026, 5:37:58 PM
ETH Open Interest Nears ATH as Spot-to-Futures Ratio Hits Record Low
The heavy use of leverage means that any position adjustment or liquidation event could hugely amplify ETH's volatility.
By Wayne Jones 4/6/2026, 5:34:37 PM
XRP Open Interest Climbs As Traders Build Fresh Bearish Positions
Data shows the XRP Open Interest rose alongside Funding Rates turning red, a sign that traders opened new short positions related to the coin. XRP Has Witnessed A Surge In Open Interest Recently As pointed out by CryptoQuant community analyst Maartunn in a Sunday X post, the XRP Open Interest witnessed a sharp surge. The […]
By Keshav Verma 4/6/2026, 5:30:30 PM
Polymarket Reveals Exchange Upgrade and Native Stablecoin
TLDR Polymarket announced a full upgrade of its exchange stack with new contracts and a rebuilt trading engine. The company will launch CTF Exchange V2 with a faster matching engine and lower gas usage. Polymarket will introduce Polymarket USD as a new collateral token backed 1 to 1 by USDC. The platform will replace USDC.e [...] The post...
By Maxwell Mutuma 4/6/2026, 5:27:28 PM
US Senate Banking panel member confirms April timeline for crypto market structure
Acknowledging there was ”still a lot more work to do” before Congress could advance a market structure bill, Senator Bill Hagerty renewed attention starting next week.
By Turner Wright 4/6/2026, 5:25:54 PM
Polymarket’s April 2026 Upgrade: New Stablecoin, Faster Order Matching, Smart Contract Wallet Support
Polymarket announced on Monday that it is replacing bridged USDC.e with a new 1:1 USDC-backed collateral token called Polymarket USD, paired with a rebuilt order book and upgraded smart contracts under CTF Exchange V2. Key Takeaways: Polymarket launched Polymarket USD on April 6, 2026, replacing bridged USDC.e as collateral across all prediction...
By Jamie Redman 4/6/2026, 5:23:06 PM
Polymarket unveils exchange revamp with new trading engine and native stablecoin
Polymarket is upgrading its exchange stack, replacing USDC.e with Polymarket USD as it revamps core trading infrastructure. The post Polymarket unveils exchange revamp with new trading engine and native stablecoin appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/6/2026, 5:22:13 PM
Polymarket to rebuild engine, launch native dollar stablecoin
Polymarket will rebuild its core engine, introduce a hybrid CLOB, and launch Polymarket USD, a USDC‑backed stablecoin on Polygon aimed at cheaper, more institution‑friendly trading. On‑chain prediction market Polymarket will roll out what it calls “the largest infrastructure upgrade since…
By Andrew Folkler 4/6/2026, 5:20:04 PM
Stake.com Alternative Searches Spike — ZunaBet Enters the Conversation
Something notable is happening in crypto gambling search trends. The number of people actively looking for alternatives to Stake.com has jumped significantly in recent months. It is the kind of shift that signals a market ready for new options, and one platform in particular keeps appearing in the results: ZunaBet. Launched in 2026, ZunaBet is...
By Michelle DG 4/6/2026, 5:15:15 PM
Polymarket reveals a 'full exchange upgrade' to take control of its own trading and truth
The $20 billion prediction market is overhauling its infrastructure and launching a native stablecoin to streamline trading as it prepares for a major U.S. expansion.
By Helene Braun 4/6/2026, 5:13:59 PM
Anthony Pompliano’s ProCap completes acquisition of AI finance lab Silvia
The acquisition signifies a shift towards AI-driven financial management, potentially transforming wealth creation and asset management strategies. The post Anthony Pompliano’s ProCap completes acquisition of AI finance lab Silvia appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 4/6/2026, 5:13:55 PM
“Cardano Needs To Grow Up Or Die” — Hoskinson Silences Midnight Critics With Stark Warning
Charles Hoskinson has once again stepped in to defend the recently-launched privacy-focused layer 1 blockchain Midnight, stressing that it is not designed to undermine or harm the Cardano blockchain.
By Brenda Ngari 4/6/2026, 5:13:12 PM
XRP Supply In Profit Drops To Lowest Level Since July 2024
XRP investors are feeling the sting of a severe market downturn as the asset's profitability plunges to its lowest level since July 2024.
By Alex Dovbnya 4/6/2026, 5:09:54 PM
Crypto Enters Retirement Portfolios: What It Means for Borrowing Against Bitcoin in 2026
The post Crypto Enters Retirement Portfolios: What It Means for Borrowing Against Bitcoin in 2026 appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Crypto is moving into regulated portfolios, including U.S. retirement plans. That shift matters less for long-term allocation and more for how digital assets are used: as collateral. A recent proposal from the...
By PR Manager 4/6/2026, 5:00:56 PM
CoinRabbit Reduces Crypto Lending Rates for Over 300 Crypto Assets
CoinRabbit Slashes Crypto Lending Rates CoinRabbit has cut its crypto lending rates, with new rates starting at just 11.95% — making it one of the most competitive offers in the CeFi lending market today. The platform gives borrowers flexibility with a range of liquidation LTV options, from a standard 80% LTV for those comfortable with […]
By PR DESK 4/6/2026, 5:00:02 PM
BlockDAG soars toward $1 in April while Dogecoin and Chainlink build massive bullish momentum
Dogecoin and Chainlink show resilience as investors turn to early-stage opportunities like BlockDAG. The year 2026 is revealing that the top crypto gainers are often the projects with the strongest foundations. Currently, the Dogecoin price stands resiliently at around $0.092,…
By Samuel Msiska 4/6/2026, 5:00:00 PM
Can Trump’s ultimatum to Iran push Bitcoin price back up to $75K?
While an Iran ceasefire favors stocks, Bitcoin’s path to $75,000 remains contingent on market trust despite Trump’s volatile diplomacy.
By Marcel Pechman 4/6/2026, 4:59:42 PM
Aave Price at Risk? Chaos Labs Exit Sparks DeFi Stability Concerns
The post Aave Price at Risk? Chaos Labs Exit Sparks DeFi Stability Concerns appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News In another blow to the decentralized finance giant, Chaos Labs has announced it will step away from its role as a key risk manager for Aave, raising new concerns about the protocol’s operational stability and governance direction....
By Anjali Belgaumkar 4/6/2026, 4:59:32 PM
Binance Compliance Leadership in Jeopardy as Top Officer Considers Departure
Binance's chief compliance officer may leave amid staff exits from AML and sanctions teams, raising concerns about regulatory stability post-settlement. The post Binance Compliance Leadership in Jeopardy as Top Officer Considers Departure appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Oliver Dale 4/6/2026, 4:58:23 PM
Ethereum climbs to No. 2 ‘wartime’ asset, Tom Lee says
Tom Lee says Ethereum has become the No. 2 “wartime” asset, outpacing Bitcoin and stocks as war spending surges and crypto gains appeal as a liquidity and risk trade. Since the latest Middle East conflict escalated, Ethereum has become the…
By Andrew Folkler 4/6/2026, 4:52:02 PM
Strive (ASST) Adds 113 Bitcoin at an Average Price of $68,584 per BTC
Bitcoin Magazine Strive (ASST) Adds 113 Bitcoin at an Average Price of $68,584 per BTC Strive expanded its Bitcoin treasury with a new acquisition of 113 bitcoin. This post Strive (ASST) Adds 113 Bitcoin at an Average Price of $68,584 per BTC first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.
By Micah Zimmerman 4/6/2026, 4:40:42 PM
Closing the Gap: XDC Network’s Sean White on Why SMEs Deserve Better Payment Infrastructure
This interview was sponsored by XDC Network and produced by Bitcoin.com News in partnership with XDC Network. Australia’s 2.5 million medium-sized businesses generate a major part of the country’s GDP. Yet most still use fashioned payment systems. XDC Network, a global blockchain network, wants to change that. They are working with AUDDapt, a...
By Media 4/6/2026, 4:40:22 PM
Iran Rejects 45-Day Truce as Trump Repeats Demand to Seize Oil and Open the Strait
President Trump told reporters that he wants to seize Iran’s oil fields as the six-week U.S.-Israel military campaign against Iran enters a critical week with a self-imposed Tuesday deadline looming. Key Takeaways: Trump stated at the April 6 White House Easter Egg Roll that seizing Iran’s oil is his preferred outcome of the conflict. Iran […]
By Jamie Redman 4/6/2026, 4:40:14 PM