Ethereum price pinned between $801m short and $739m long liquidation traps
Ethereum trades near $2,000 as Coinglass data show $801m in shorts above $2,149 and $739m in longs below $1,960, primed for a violent liquidation cascade. Ethereum’s (ETH) derivatives market is sitting on a knife edge as fresh Coinglass data show…
By Andrew Folkler 4/3/2026, 7:04:46 PM
Iran rejects US proposal for 48-hour ceasefire, odds of resolution plummet
Iran's rejection of the ceasefire proposal exacerbates geopolitical tensions, diminishing hopes for swift diplomatic resolutions. The post Iran rejects US proposal for 48-hour ceasefire, odds of resolution plummet appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/3/2026, 7:03:07 PM
Circle under fire after $285 million Drift hack over inaction to freeze stolen USDC
Prominent blockchain sleuth ZachXBT alleged faster action by Circle could have limited crypto losses, but freezing asset without legal authorization carries legal risks.
By Krisztian Sandor 4/3/2026, 7:02:51 PM
Ethereum Foundation quietly completes its $143M ETH staking mission
The Ethereum Foundation has completed its 70,000 ETH staking mission, depositing approximately 45,000 ETH worth around $93 million in a single on-chain session on April 3 The Ethereum (ETH) Foundation has completed its 70,000 ETH staking target, depositing approximately 45,000…
By Peace Longe 4/3/2026, 6:52:43 PM
Iran’s former foreign minister proposes nuclear deal amid low ceasefire odds
The proposal's lack of official backing highlights the challenges in achieving diplomatic progress amid market skepticism and geopolitical tensions. The post Iran’s former foreign minister proposes nuclear deal amid low ceasefire odds appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/3/2026, 6:40:11 PM
Iran’s ex-foreign minister proposes nuclear limits for sanctions relief and ceasefire
The proposal's limited impact highlights the challenges of achieving diplomatic breakthroughs without official backing, affecting market confidence. The post Iran’s ex-foreign minister proposes nuclear limits for sanctions relief and ceasefire appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/3/2026, 6:40:03 PM
Vitalik Buterin Raises Alarm On AI’s Negative Impact On Privacy — How Ethereum Comes In
Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin has warned of the privacy and security risks posed by today’s AI agents.
By Olivia Brooke 4/3/2026, 6:39:48 PM
Iran rejects US ceasefire proposal, odds drop to 1% for April 7 resolution
Iran's rejection and Qatar's stance highlight geopolitical complexities, reducing short-term resolution prospects and impacting market stability. The post Iran rejects US ceasefire proposal, odds drop to 1% for April 7 resolution appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/3/2026, 6:35:34 PM
Cardano Founder Endorses New Midnight Privacy Ad
TLDR Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson publicly praised the new Midnight advertisement on his official X account. Hoskinson shared the 47-second clip and wrote, “I love these new Midnight ads,” in his post. The advertisement highlights privacy risks linked to public blockchain transactions and data exposure. The video promotes selective disclosure...
By Maxwell Mutuma 4/3/2026, 6:33:23 PM
Media Impact vs Traffic: What PR Teams Get Wrong
Discover why traffic metrics fall short in PR and how to measure real media impact. Learn how data-driven tools like Outset Media Index improve campaign outcomes.
By Crypto Daily 4/3/2026, 6:32:52 PM
US-Iran ceasefire odds plummet as tensions rise over Strait of Hormuz
Rising tensions in the Strait of Hormuz could disrupt global oil markets and necessitate urgent diplomatic interventions. The post US-Iran ceasefire odds plummet as tensions rise over Strait of Hormuz appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/3/2026, 6:32:09 PM
Bitcoin Hovers Near $67,000 Amid US Political Turmoil and Soaring Energy Prices
Bitcoin traded mostly flat on April 3, hovering near $67,000 despite sharp geopolitical and political developments. The cryptocurrency’s relative stability kept its market cap steady at $1.34 trillion and liquidations low at $31 million. Political Turbulence Overshadows Conflict Bitcoin traded mostly flat on Friday as market attention pivoted from...
By Terence Zimwara 4/3/2026, 6:30:20 PM
XRP Coil Nears Snap While Breakdown Confirms Bearish Momentum
XRP is entering a critical phase where short-term weakness meets a potentially explosive macro setup. With price coiling within a larger expansion pattern, the current move may be less about direction and more about building pressure for a much bigger breakout ahead. A Coiling Within Explosive Expansion Setup In an XRP update, EGRAG CRYPTO...
By Godspower Owie 4/3/2026, 6:30:06 PM
Crypto traders fade 2026 Fed cuts as U.S. unemployment dips, but risk assets hold bid
Traders are pricing fewer Fed cuts in 2026 as U.S. unemployment dips to 4.3%, tempering the liquidity story for Bitcoin and Ethereum but not triggering a risk‑asset capitulation. Derivatives and rates markets have trimmed expectations for how aggressively the Federal…
By Dorian Batycka 4/3/2026, 6:30:00 PM
Jack Dorsey’s Block revives Bitcoin faucet, launching new version on Monday
Block's Bitcoin faucet revival could boost crypto adoption, highlighting the potential for decentralized finance to reach broader audiences. The post Jack Dorsey’s Block revives Bitcoin faucet, launching new version on Monday appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 4/3/2026, 6:29:29 PM
Cathie Wood says Bitcoin’s 85% collapses are “done”
Cathie Wood, CEO of Ark Invest, believes that the era of heart-stopping Bitcoin (BTC) price crashes is officially over as … Continue reading The post Cathie Wood says Bitcoin’s 85% collapses are “done” appeared first on Finbold.
By Steve Muchoki 4/3/2026, 6:27:19 PM
Tokenized Real-World Asset Market Hits $27.6B in April
TLDR The tokenized real-world asset market reached $27.65 billion in April 2026 after a 4.07% monthly increase. Tokenized US Treasuries led the growth within the real-world asset sector during the crypto downturn. Bitcoin target markets showed low odds of reaching $100,000 by June 30. The US-Israel-Iran conflict contributed to a broader risk-off...
By Maxwell Mutuma 4/3/2026, 6:25:21 PM
Iran skips US talks, ending ceasefire negotiations and lowering market optimism
Iran's absence from talks signals prolonged tensions, diminishing hopes for near-term diplomacy and impacting market confidence. The post Iran skips US talks, ending ceasefire negotiations and lowering market optimism appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/3/2026, 6:20:45 PM
Iran’s rejection of US ceasefire talks drops April 7 odds to 1%
Iran's stance complicates diplomatic efforts, increasing market skepticism and highlighting geopolitical tensions with uncertain outcomes. The post Iran’s rejection of US ceasefire talks drops April 7 odds to 1% appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/3/2026, 6:18:43 PM
Why Some Crypto PR Campaigns Fail — and When They Work
Many crypto PR campaigns fail even with strong coverage. This article breaks down the common failure points, explains what works with a data-driven approach, and shows how measurable PR creates a foundation you can track, debug, and improve.
By Crypto Daily 4/3/2026, 6:16:33 PM
Charles Schwab to Launch Spot Bitcoin, Ethereum Trading
TLDR Charles Schwab plans to launch spot Bitcoin and Ethereum trading later this quarter through its brokerage platform. The firm manages over $12 trillion in client assets and will roll out the service in phases. Employees will receive early access, followed by invited clients, before a full public release. Clients will trade Bitcoin and Ethereum...
By Maxwell Mutuma 4/3/2026, 6:15:59 PM
Fidelity: Bitcoin Winning Back Gold Investors
The tide is turning once again in the battle for safe-haven assets..
By Alex Dovbnya 4/3/2026, 6:12:00 PM
Bitcoin gains traction as safe haven amid Middle East conflict, $100K odds unclear: FT
Bitcoin's rising safe-haven status amid geopolitical tensions highlights its potential as a fiat alternative, though market caution persists. The post Bitcoin gains traction as safe haven amid Middle East conflict, $100K odds unclear: FT appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/3/2026, 6:04:05 PM
US community banks oppose OCC's approval of Coinbase trust charter
The Independent Community Bankers of America warns Coinbase’s trust charter falls short of regulatory standards and could pose risks to consumers and the financial system.
By Nate Kostar 4/3/2026, 6:03:48 PM
Riot Platforms Offloads 3,778 BTC Worth Over $250M
TLDR Riot Platforms sold 3,778 Bitcoin for more than $250 million during the first quarter of 2025. The company reduced its total Bitcoin holdings to 15,680 BTC after the sale. Riot Platforms achieved an average selling price of over $76,000 per Bitcoin. The firm has now sold Bitcoin in consecutive quarters after raising nearly $200 [...] The post...
By Maxwell Mutuma 4/3/2026, 6:01:34 PM
Google’s Documentation Talks About XRP And You Won’t Believe What It Says
Crypto pundit Cryptoinsight has pointed to Google’s latest research on quantum computing, which discussed XRP. The report specifically highlighted the XRP Ledger and the network’s efforts to protect against quantum threats. Google’s Latest Quantum Research Report Discusses XRP In an X post, Cryptoinsight highlighted Google’s research report, which...
By Scott Matherson 4/3/2026, 6:00:59 PM
Ripple (XRP) Price Prediction: CLARITY Act Targets April Markup While Taurox (TAUX) Nears Phase 4 In a Month After Launch
The topic of Ripple (XRP) price prediction is gaining renewed attention as the CLARITY Act moves toward a late April markup with 72% odds of passing according to prediction market data. XRP is trading around $1.30 following a 22% decline triggered by Trump Liberation Day tariffs on April 2, which imposed duties ranging from 10% [...] The post...
By PR Desk 4/3/2026, 6:00:44 PM
AI Agents Now Shop Without Humans as Headless Merchants Process 31K Transactions
A16z highlights Machine Payments Protocol marketplace where 894 AI agents completed 31,000 transactions in one week, signaling shift to API-only commerce. (Read More)
By N/A 4/3/2026, 5:58:06 PM
Figure Technology Solutions (FIGR) Stock Surges on Record Q1 Loan Growth and Token Adoption
Figure Technology Solutions (FIGR) stock gains 4.93% as Q1 2026 reveals 113% YoY loan growth, $598M YLDS circulation, and rising lender participation. The post Figure Technology Solutions (FIGR) Stock Surges on Record Q1 Loan Growth and Token Adoption appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Oliver Dale 4/3/2026, 5:55:32 PM
Ethereum L2s Urged to Adopt Responsive Pricing Model
TLDR Offchain Labs said Ethereum layer two networks need responsive pricing to handle rising demand and reduce gas fee swings. Edward Felten stated that gas price volatility still acts as the main defense against network congestion. Arbitrum One introduced dynamic pricing in January to better align fees with infrastructure bottlenecks. Data...
By Maxwell Mutuma 4/3/2026, 5:43:41 PM
Iran’s IRGC missile launch failure raises regime fall odds to 14% by June 30
Iran's military setbacks may signal potential regime instability, prompting traders to closely monitor internal dynamics and market shifts. The post Iran’s IRGC missile launch failure raises regime fall odds to 14% by June 30 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/3/2026, 5:38:48 PM
Algorand (ALGO) Jumps 18% Daily as Analysts Expect Further Gains Ahead
The cryptocurrency has climbed to its highest level since late January.
By Dimitar Dzhondzhorov 4/3/2026, 5:37:59 PM
Bitget Introduces Trading-Focused VIP Fast Track Program
Bitget debuts VIP Fast Track, shifting from fixed thresholds to trading-based advancement with futures, spot, and asset routes plus real-time tracking. The post Bitget Introduces Trading-Focused VIP Fast Track Program appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Oliver Dale 4/3/2026, 5:37:18 PM
Circle Under Fire as ZachXBT Flags $420M USDC Cases
TLDR Blockchain investigator ZachXBT accused Circle of delaying USDC freezes tied to more than $420 million in alleged illicit funds. He detailed 15 cases and claimed Circle failed to act quickly during major crypto exploits. The Drift Protocol exploit involved over $280 million and included $232 million in bridged USDC. ZachXBT said the attacker...
By Maxwell Mutuma 4/3/2026, 5:33:24 PM
Elon Musk’s X to Auto-Lock Accounts Posting Crypto for First Time
X is introducing a new safeguard that auto-locks accounts making their first crypto-related post. The move targets phishing attacks that hijack accounts to promote scams. X Set to Roll Out Kill Switch to Curb Crypto Phishing Social platform X is rolling out a new security measure aimed at tackling one of the most persistent threats […]
By Emmanuel Musa 4/3/2026, 5:30:32 PM
ETH liquidation heatmap flags near‑$2,000 ‘trapdoor’ for leveraged longs
Coinglass’ ETH liquidation heatmap shows nearly $1.8b in long and short leverage clustered between $1,952 and $2,154, turning a 5–7% move into a potential forced‑flow event. According to derivatives analytics platform Coinglass, Ethereum’s (ETH) futures market is now pinned between…
By Andrew Folkler 4/3/2026, 5:30:00 PM
Ethereum Price Prediction: T. Rowe Price Files First Actively Managed Crypto ETF While Pepeto Targets 100x to 300x Before Listing
T. Rowe Price, the 89 year old manager overseeing $1.8 trillion, amended its SEC filing for an Active Crypto ETF holding 5 to 15 digital assets including Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, XRP, Dogecoin, and SUI, according to Cointelegraph. Unlike spot ETFs, this fund will be actively managed using quantitative models to rebalance across the basket. The...
By PR PR 4/3/2026, 5:27:28 PM
Solana DeFi Hack Puts Spotlight On Ripple’s Swift-Linked XRP Strategy
An exploit on a SOL-based DeFi protocol saw $250M drained, sharpening the contrast between generalized smart contracts & Ripple’s institutional approach. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By DailyCoin Team 4/3/2026, 5:26:00 PM
Dune Launches dbt Integration for Direct Blockchain Data Warehouse Delivery
Dune's new dbt connector lets data teams transform onchain data before syncing to Snowflake or BigQuery, eliminating post-delivery pipeline work. (Read More)
By N/A 4/3/2026, 5:25:46 PM
Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse Highlights $13T XRP Ledger Opportunity
TLDR Ripple Treasury processed $13 trillion in payments last year without using crypto assets. Brad Garlinghouse said the $13 trillion volume presents a clear opportunity for the XRP Ledger. Ripple acquired Ripple Treasury for about $1 billion in October 2025 to expand enterprise services. Ripple Treasury has started integrating XRP and RLUSD into...
By Maxwell Mutuma 4/3/2026, 5:22:58 PM
Bitcoin Price Eyes Recovery as U.S. Jobs Growth Tops Forecasts
The Bitcoin price faces a risk of prolonged downtrend to $57,000 amid bear flag breakdown. Market participants expect…
By Sahil Mahadik 4/3/2026, 5:21:20 PM
BNB Price Recovers with 2% Spike After Dropping Below $600
On Friday, the BNB coin price increased by over 2% after slipping below $600 yesterday, soaring its value…
By Rajpalsinh Parmar 4/3/2026, 5:20:24 PM
Iran rejects US demands, ceasefire odds drop to 1% ahead of April 7 deadline
Iran's rejection of US demands underscores the challenges in achieving diplomatic breakthroughs, impacting market confidence in a ceasefire. The post Iran rejects US demands, ceasefire odds drop to 1% ahead of April 7 deadline appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/3/2026, 5:19:05 PM
SBI Holdings Expands XRP Ledger Research in Korea
TLDR SBI Holdings confirmed that SBI Ripple Asia has started joint XRP Ledger research with DSRV in South Korea. The research focuses on improving cross-border remittances between Japan and South Korea. The companies will study regulatory alignment and compliance requirements in both countries. The initiative remains in the research phase and does...
By Maxwell Mutuma 4/3/2026, 5:16:17 PM
Pakistan’s US-Iran ceasefire mediation fails, April 7 market at 1% YES
The failed mediation underscores persistent diplomatic challenges, affecting market confidence and highlighting the need for new strategies. The post Pakistan’s US-Iran ceasefire mediation fails, April 7 market at 1% YES appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/3/2026, 5:16:03 PM
Kalshi onboards ex-Democratic strategist amid legal troubles
Stephanie Cutter will join the prediction markets company as a policy adviser, having previously worked in Democratic lawmakers’ campaigns.
By Turner Wright 4/3/2026, 5:12:55 PM
ZachXBT accuses Circle of $420M in 'compliance failures' since 2022
Circle had several hours or days to freeze illicit USDC funds in many of the 15 cases presented, but failed to act, according to ZachXBT.
By Vince Quill 4/3/2026, 5:12:31 PM
DeepSeek V4 to Power Huawei Chips as China’s Tech Titans Order Massive Quantities
DeepSeek's V4 AI model will operate on Huawei chips. Major Chinese tech firms order hundreds of thousands of units ahead of expected launch in coming weeks. The post DeepSeek V4 to Power Huawei Chips as China’s Tech Titans Order Massive Quantities appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 4/3/2026, 5:10:25 PM
Netflix (NFLX) Stock: Rome Court Declares Price Increases Unlawful, Mandates Customer Refunds
Netflix (NFLX) must refund Italian subscribers after a Rome court ruled its 2017-2024 price hikes illegal, with refunds reaching €500 for Premium users. The post Netflix (NFLX) Stock: Rome Court Declares Price Increases Unlawful, Mandates Customer Refunds appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 4/3/2026, 5:09:50 PM
Ethereum Foundation Stakes $93M ETH, Nears 70,000 Target
TLDR The Ethereum Foundation staked $93 million worth of ether in several transactions on Thursday. The latest deposits brought its total staked position to about $143 million. The foundation reached nearly 69,500 ETH, close to its 70,000 ETH target. Arkham data showed the transfers moved from the treasury multisig to the Beacon Chain deposit...
By Maxwell Mutuma 4/3/2026, 5:09:16 PM