Spark Price Jumps on DeFi Capital Rotation After $293M Kelp DAO Hack
The Spark price gave a decisive breakout from the $0.026 resistance of a 4-month long consolidation trend. Sparklend…
By Sahil Mahadik 4/21/2026, 10:22:00 PM
Texas AG Ken Paxton Sues ActBlue Over Gift Card Donations and False Claims to Congress
US election news from Texas arrived Monday as Attorney General Ken Paxton filed a lawsuit in Tarrant County district court against ActBlue, the Democratic fundraising platform, alleging it violated the Texas Deceptive Trade Practices Act by continuing to accept gift…
By Peace Longe 4/21/2026, 10:15:00 PM
3 Top Trending Crypto Coins: Ethereum Forms Bullish Triangle and XRP Hits Record ETF Week as Pepeto Targets 150x
The 3 top trending crypto coins conversation gained a new dimension today as spot Ethereum ETFs recorded $276 million in inflows over seven consecutive days, and XRP products recorded $55.39 million, their strongest weekly total of 2026, according to CoinDesk. That capital is moving into assets with real utility for the next stage of the [...] The...
By Michelle DG 4/21/2026, 10:10:58 PM
House Homeland Security Panel Opens Hearing on Crypto Fraud and Digital Extortion by Transnational Criminal Networks
The most urgent crypto scam news on Capitol Hill arrived Tuesday as the House Homeland Security Committee held a joint subcommittee hearing on how transnational criminal organizations use crypto fraud, online scams, and digital extortion to steal from Americans. Crypto…
By Peace Longe 4/21/2026, 9:59:00 PM
Inside the hunt for Satoshi: Filmmakers chase crypto’s biggest mystery
A new documentary digs into Bitcoin’s origins, reframing the search for Satoshi Nakamoto as both a technical investigation and a deeply human story.
By AI Boost 4/21/2026, 9:54:18 PM
Kalshi Plans Crypto Perpetual Futures to Expand Beyond Prediction Markets
Kalshi aims to launch crypto perpetual futures, signaling a shift from prediction markets to regulated derivatives trading. Here's what it means. (Read More)
By N/A 4/21/2026, 9:46:04 PM
North Korea hit crypto for $500M+ this month — and the $6.75 billion threat is not over yet
In just under three weeks, cyber operatives linked to the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) have stolen more than $500 million from crypto DeFi platforms. This marks a drastic escalation in Pyongyang’s state-sponsored campaign to bankroll its weapons programs through cryptocurrency theft. Drift and KelpDAO drive North Korea's over $500...
By Oluwapelumi Adejumo 4/21/2026, 9:45:40 PM
Iran cancels talks in Pakistan, escalating US tensions
The cancellation heightens geopolitical instability, impacting diplomatic efforts and increasing market volatility amid rising US-Iran tensions. The post Iran cancels talks in Pakistan, escalating US tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/21/2026, 9:41:42 PM
Pakistan thanks Trump for US-Iran ceasefire extension amid market caution
Pakistan's diplomatic engagement highlights potential for regional stability, yet market skepticism persists without formal ceasefire confirmation. The post Pakistan thanks Trump for US-Iran ceasefire extension amid market caution appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/21/2026, 9:41:02 PM
Anthony Scaramucci Puts Bitcoin Market Cap At $21 Trillion, So How Much Will 1 BTC Be?
Anthony Scaramucci, the financier and SkyBridge Capital founder who briefly served as White House communications director, has made a bold case for Bitcoin’s long-term value. According to him, Bitcoin’s market cap is well on track to reach $21 trillion, and this is because of its fixed supply, its growing institutional footprint, and a monetary...
By Scott Matherson 4/21/2026, 9:30:20 PM
Why You Should Be Paying Attention To The Bitcoin Monthly MACD
Crypto analyst Merlijn The Trader has published a detailed Bitcoin chart analysis, pointing to a rare monthly Moving Average Convergence Divergence (MACD) setup that has preceded major bull runs in BTC’s history. According to the analyst, Bitcoin is showing signs of repeating the same MACD, signaling a potential bullish turnaround ahead. He noted...
By Scott Matherson 4/21/2026, 9:30:17 PM
Late Gambino Boss John Gotti’s Grandson Sentenced to 15 Months for $1.1M COVID Loan Fraud Tied to Crypto Firm
Carmine G. Agnello Jr., the grandson of late Gambino crime family boss John J. Gotti, was sentenced this week to 15 months in federal prison for defrauding the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) out of approximately $1.1 million in COVID-19 pandemic relief loans. Key Takeaways: Carmine Agnello, grandson of Gambino boss John Gotti, received a...
By Jamie Redman 4/21/2026, 9:27:14 PM
Polymarket joins Kalshi in race to launch perpetual futures
Polymarket follows Kalshi into perps, teasing 10x leveraged trading access as prediction markets push deeper into crypto derivatives. The post Polymarket joins Kalshi in race to launch perpetual futures appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/21/2026, 9:24:20 PM
Is Crypto Safe From Quantum Computers? Coinbase Says Yes
Your crypto is safe from quantum computers today, but the race to secure it for the future must begin immediately.
By Alex Dovbnya 4/21/2026, 9:23:04 PM
Pi’s Verified Badge Era Just Got Activated: Bounce On?
Pi Network’s gradual growth to 18 million verified Pioneers depicts a story of resilience with a practical purpose. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By Tadas Klimasevskis 4/21/2026, 9:22:00 PM
Coinbase Launches Agentic.market, a Discovery Layer Where AI Agents Buy and Sell Services With Stablecoins
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong announced Monday the launch of Agentic.market, a marketplace platform for Coinbase AI agents that allows autonomous software agents to discover, compare, and purchase services from other agents without API keys, paying in USDC through the x402…
By Peace Longe 4/21/2026, 9:15:00 PM
Core Scientific Targets $3.3B Debt for AI Data Centers
TLDR Core Scientific plans to raise $3.3 billion through senior secured notes due in 2031. The company will back the notes with its assets, giving investors priority claims in a default. Core Scientific intends to use the proceeds to fund AI-focused data center expansion across the United States. The company will also repay borrowings under [...]...
By Maxwell Mutuma 4/21/2026, 9:14:39 PM
Kalshi Ventures Into Cryptocurrency Derivatives With Perpetual Futures Trading
Kalshi launches regulated crypto perpetual futures on April 27, expanding from event contracts to compete with major exchanges in the derivatives market. The post Kalshi Ventures Into Cryptocurrency Derivatives With Perpetual Futures Trading appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Oliver Dale 4/21/2026, 9:09:00 PM
Kalshi mulls crypto expansion with perpetual futures launch: Report
According to reports, Kalshi plans to launch crypto perpetual futures, expanding beyond prediction markets as regulated derivatives offerings in the US continue to evolve.
By Sam Bourgi 4/21/2026, 9:08:46 PM
UK Invites Bybit to Boost London’s Crypto Ambitions
TLDR UK officials invited Bybit leadership to London to discuss expansion and crypto regulation. CEO Ben Zhou confirmed meetings with the Financial Conduct Authority and the House of Lords. Bybit ranks as the second-largest crypto exchange by CoinGecko. Zhou said the UK wants major crypto firms to establish bases and create jobs. The outreach...
By Maxwell Mutuma 4/21/2026, 9:07:31 PM
FanDuel Alternatives Continue Building Steam and ZunaBet Has Become the Name That Keeps Showing Up
There is a pattern in every industry where the dominant players eventually face pressure not from direct imitators but from platforms that rethink the fundamentals. Online gambling is living through that pattern right now. The established brands — large, well-funded, deeply embedded in mainstream culture — continue to operate strong products that...
By Michelle DG 4/21/2026, 9:00:26 PM
Crypto hacks top $17b in a decade as attackers pivot from code to keys
DefiLlama logs 518 crypto hacks and over $17b in losses in 10 years, with attackers shifting from smart contracts to keys, bridges and wallets, as rsETH loses ~$290m. Crypto’s security bill over the past decade has quietly climbed past $17…
By Andrew Folkler 4/21/2026, 9:00:00 PM
New York sues Coinbase, Gemini over prediction market offerings
New York has become the latest state to argue that prediction market contracts touching on sports and entertainment violate state gambling laws.
By Nikhilesh De 4/21/2026, 8:58:00 PM
New York AG Sues Coinbase, Gemini Over Prediction Markets
TLDR New York Attorney General Letitia James has sued Coinbase and Gemini over alleged illegal gambling on their prediction market platforms. The state seeks at least $2.2 billion from Coinbase and $1.2 billion from Gemini in penalties and forfeited profits. James claims the platforms allowed users aged 18 to 21 to place sports-related bets, which...
By Maxwell Mutuma 4/21/2026, 8:56:28 PM
Goldman Joins Bitcoin ETF Race With ‘Options Income’
Goldman Sachs ups the stake in the ETF rally with a cumulative income feature for their Premium ETF campaign. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By Samantha Diamo 4/21/2026, 8:56:00 PM
North Korea’s Lazarus Group launders $290M in crypto via Ethereum, Bitcoin
The laundering incident highlights vulnerabilities in DeFi, potentially prompting stricter regulations and impacting crypto market dynamics. The post North Korea’s Lazarus Group launders $290M in crypto via Ethereum, Bitcoin appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/21/2026, 8:49:49 PM
Trump extends Iran ceasefire, cites fractured Iranian government
The ceasefire extension highlights geopolitical uncertainty, impacting market sentiment and complicating diplomatic efforts with Iran. The post Trump extends Iran ceasefire, cites fractured Iranian government appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/21/2026, 8:46:19 PM
Blockchain.com Adds Perps Trading to Self-Custody Wallets
Blockchain.com users can now trade perpetual futures directly from self-custodied Bitcoin balances via integration with Hyperliquid. (Read More)
By N/A 4/21/2026, 8:43:31 PM
DoorDash Integrates Stablecoin Rails with Stripe Tempo
TLDR DoorDash has started integrating stablecoin payouts using Stripe-backed Tempo blockchain infrastructure. The rollout will begin with cross-border merchant payments where speed and lower costs are critical. Stripe developed Tempo with Paradigm to support payment-focused blockchain workloads. Tempo offers sub-second settlement, fixed fees, and...
By Maxwell Mutuma 4/21/2026, 8:43:30 PM
Coinbase Study Finds Privacy Tools Like Railgun Are Mathematically Safe From Quantum Attacks
study producing major crypto privacy news found that zero-knowledge proof systems including Railgun, PrivacyPools, Aleo, and Aztec are mathematically immune to quantum attacks, because they rely on information-theoretic security rather than encryption, meaning they remain safe even against infinitely powerful…
By Peace Longe 4/21/2026, 8:40:00 PM
US-Iran ceasefire odds slip as military operations continue
The ongoing military operations highlight the challenges of achieving strategic goals through force, emphasizing the need for diplomatic solutions. The post US-Iran ceasefire odds slip as military operations continue appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/21/2026, 8:38:33 PM
“Are We an Industry of Clowns?” Curve Founder Blasts DeFi Security Failures
Egorov said that different DeFi platforms keep pointing to each other during exploits, even as they claim everything is working, while users remain unable to access their funds.
By Chayanika Deka 4/21/2026, 8:35:43 PM
Bitget Unveils SpaceX-Linked Pre-IPO Token on Solana
TLDR Bitget launched IPO Prime to offer tokenized exposure to private companies before they go public. The platform debuted with preSPAX, a token linked to SpaceX and issued through Republic. The preSPAX token runs on the Solana blockchain for minting and settlement. Users subscribed with stablecoins and received allocations based on total pooled...
By Maxwell Mutuma 4/21/2026, 8:33:38 PM
Shakepay Enables Bitcoin-Backed Lending in Canada After AMF Green Light
Shakepay, a CIRO-registered Canadian crypto platform with more than 1.5 million users, began rolling out bitcoin-backed loans on April 21, 2026, making it the first crypto trading platform in Canada to offer such a product. Key Takeaways: Shakepay launched bitcoin-backed loans on April 21, 2026, becoming the first crypto platform in Canada to...
By Jamie Redman 4/21/2026, 8:33:35 PM
UAE becomes sixth-largest sovereign Bitcoin holder with $900M investment
The UAE's Bitcoin investment signals a strategic shift towards economic diversification, potentially influencing global crypto market dynamics. The post UAE becomes sixth-largest sovereign Bitcoin holder with $900M investment appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/21/2026, 8:29:14 PM
Iran receives US signals to end blockade, but key talks remain stalled
The stalled talks highlight the fragility of diplomatic progress and the market's sensitivity to geopolitical uncertainties. The post Iran receives US signals to end blockade, but key talks remain stalled appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/21/2026, 8:27:49 PM
Iran open to talks but demands hinder ceasefire prospects by April 30
Iran's demands complicate diplomatic progress, reducing ceasefire likelihood and highlighting geopolitical tensions and market skepticism. The post Iran open to talks but demands hinder ceasefire prospects by April 30 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/21/2026, 8:27:05 PM
IRGC sidelines Iran’s president, takes control of state functions
The IRGC's power grab may lead to increased regime instability, reducing diplomatic prospects and extending the timeline for change. The post IRGC sidelines Iran’s president, takes control of state functions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/21/2026, 8:26:29 PM
Revolut IPO Talks Hint at $200 Billion Listing Goal
TLDR Revolut discussed a potential IPO valuation of up to $200 billion with investors. The company said it will not pursue a public listing before 2028. A November secondary share sale valued Revolut at $75 billion. Reports indicate Revolut may seek a $100 billion valuation in a 2026 secondary sale. Revolut’s pre-tax profit rose 57% [...] The post...
By Maxwell Mutuma 4/21/2026, 8:25:12 PM
How Multi-Tenant GPU Clusters Optimize AI Workloads
Learn how multi-tenant GPU clusters combine efficiency and isolation for AI-native teams, solving capacity challenges without idle resources. (Read More)
By N/A 4/21/2026, 8:25:04 PM
Arbitrum's $71 million recovery from KelpDAO exploit sparks DeFi debate
Arbitrum's (ARB) $71 million recovery of stolen funds linked to the KelpDAO exploit has triggered a broad debate over decentralization across the crypto community.
By N/A 4/21/2026, 8:22:20 PM
Blockchain.com Integrates Hyperliquid Perps in Wallet
TLDR Blockchain.com has integrated Hyperliquid to offer perpetual futures trading within its DeFi wallet. Users can fund positions directly with Bitcoin and trade without moving assets to a separate exchange. The platform provides access to more than 190 crypto markets with leverage of up to 40%. Hyperliquid supplies the execution infrastructure...
By Maxwell Mutuma 4/21/2026, 8:18:44 PM
Trump extends Iran blockade as ceasefire breach deadline looms
Trump's blockade extension signals a strategic move for negotiation leverage, impacting market dynamics and hinting at a prolonged standoff. The post Trump extends Iran blockade as ceasefire breach deadline looms appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/21/2026, 8:18:34 PM
Bipartisan PACE Act Introduced To Expand Crypto Firms’ Access To Fed Payment Services
A new bipartisan bill introduced on Tuesday would give many fintech and crypto payment providers a clearer path to the US payment infrastructure. The new measure, called the Payments Access and Consumer Efficiency (PACE) Act, is designed to create a national payments license that would streamline how qualified companies can access federal payment...
By Ronaldo Marquez 4/21/2026, 8:16:00 PM
Coinbase Advisory Board Paper Warns Crypto Cannot Afford to Wait on Quantum Threats
A 50 page quantum computing crypto risk assessment published Tuesday by Coinbase’s independent advisory board concludes that while today’s blockchains remain secure, a fault-tolerant quantum computer capable of breaking widely used encryption is increasingly plausible and that preparation must begin…
By Peace Longe 4/21/2026, 8:15:00 PM
Trump halts Iran strikes, cites internal fractures in Iranian government
The halt in strikes highlights geopolitical uncertainty, impacting market confidence and complicating prospects for a US-Iran peace deal. The post Trump halts Iran strikes, cites internal fractures in Iranian government appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/21/2026, 8:13:23 PM
Democracy Forward’s FOIA request heightens scrutiny on Kash Patel
The intensified scrutiny on Patel could destabilize his position, reflecting broader political vulnerabilities and market volatility. The post Democracy Forward’s FOIA request heightens scrutiny on Kash Patel appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/21/2026, 8:12:33 PM
US Treasury imposes new sanctions on Iran weapon suppliers
The new sanctions likely diminish chances for US-Iran diplomatic progress, impacting market expectations for sanction relief agreements. The post US Treasury imposes new sanctions on Iran weapon suppliers appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/21/2026, 8:10:37 PM
Spot gold drops 3% amid Iran conflict and US dollar strength
Gold's decline amid geopolitical tension and dollar strength highlights shifting market priorities, potentially altering safe-haven dynamics. The post Spot gold drops 3% amid Iran conflict and US dollar strength appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/21/2026, 8:07:22 PM
Tucker Carlson apologizes for Trump support, market expects Trump insult
Carlson's apology may deepen divisions within Trump's base, highlighting potential fractures in the MAGA movement and testing loyalty dynamics. The post Tucker Carlson apologizes for Trump support, market expects Trump insult appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/21/2026, 8:06:45 PM