Tesla (TSLA) Stock Surges 4.4% Pre-Market on Iran Cease-Fire News
Tesla stock surged 4.4% pre-market after Trump's Iran cease-fire sent oil down 13%. Retail investors added $256M despite TSLA being down 23% YTD. The post Tesla (TSLA) Stock Surges 4.4% Pre-Market on Iran Cease-Fire News appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 4/8/2026, 12:15:17 PM
Ethereum Researchers Float ‘Block-in-Blobs’ Upgrade to Cut Validator Data Load
Ethereum researchers have outlined EIP-8142, a draft proposal that would place transaction data directly into blobs. The design aims to reduce the amount of data validators need to download and process, targeting a long-standing bottleneck in Ethereum’s architecture. Ethereum researchers are again looking at how to make the network lighter to run,...
By AnnJoy Makena 4/8/2026, 12:07:52 PM
Wirex and Utorg Bring Seamless Crypto-to-Card Spending to 2M+ Users Worldwide
Wirex and Utorg Bring Seamless Crypto-to-Card Spending to 2M+ Users Worldwide
By Chainwire 4/8/2026, 12:00:53 PM
Bitcoin Rallies Above $71K —But Analysts Warn The Peace Is Only Temporary
Bitcoin climbed back above $71,000 after news of a conditional U.S.–Iran ceasefire tied to reopening the Strait of Hormuz. Bitcoin Bounces Back… For Now According to today’s QCP Market Colour, after the announcement of the ceasefire risk assets rallied, equities rose and oil cooled into the low-$90s. However, the report warns that all of this...
By James Halver 4/8/2026, 12:00:49 PM
Crucial Markets Launches Its Trading Education Ecosystem to Drive Trader Performance and Long-Term Success in 2026
Report Write-Up: Crucial Markets has announced the launch of its comprehensive trading education ecosystem...
By Globe PRwire 4/8/2026, 11:54:43 AM
BTC Open Interest Drops 50% Leaving Market Primed for a Big Move
Funding rates have been oscillating between -12% and +7%, pointing to a derivatives market with no dominant directional bias.
By Wayne Jones 4/8/2026, 11:53:38 AM
White House economists say stablecoin rewards pose minimal risk to banks
Stablecoin yield bans offer negligible bank lending boosts, risking consumer benefits and highlighting the need for balanced financial regulation. The post White House economists say stablecoin rewards pose minimal risk to banks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 4/8/2026, 11:53:33 AM
ChainLink Price Targets $10 as TVS Across All Chains Crosses $42B
ChainLink rallies on its role as core RWA/DeFi infrastructure, with Total Value Secured crossing $42 billion. ChainLink shows…
By Harsh Chauhan 4/8/2026, 11:51:36 AM
Binance Rebuilds Capital Connect on Portfolio Accounts for Institutional Crypto Investing
Binance has reintroduced Capital Connect on top of its Portfolio Accounts infrastructure for eligible institutional users. The updated platform is designed to improve investment discovery, reduce fragmentation and give trading teams a more structured way to connect with investors. Binance is reworking how institutional users find and evaluate...
By Marcel Knobloch 4/8/2026, 11:41:34 AM
Bitcoin buyers gobbled up nearly 850,000 BTC between $60,000 and $70,000
A ton of BTC was recently traded below $70,000 in a sign of strong dip demand.
By James Van Straten 4/8/2026, 11:36:11 AM
Ripple CTO Emeritus Unveils Latest Upgrades Behind XRP Innovation
Ripple CTO Emeritus David Schwartz shares a new update on the progress of XRP innovation.
By Tomiwabold Olajide 4/8/2026, 11:36:00 AM
South Korea draft bill puts stablecoins, RWAs under finance laws: Report
The draft proposal from South Korea’s ruling party reportedly bars stablecoin interest and calls for technical standards to ensure interoperability across blockchain networks.
By Ezra Reguerra 4/8/2026, 11:34:40 AM
Alibaba launches 10,000-card AI cluster as China ramps up tech push
Alibaba and China Telecom are moving ahead with a new data centre project in southern China, powered entirely by the e-commerce giant’s in-house AI chips, as Beijing steps up efforts to build domestic computing infrastructure. The facility, unveiled on Tuesday,…
By Rony Roy 4/8/2026, 11:30:36 AM
Morgan Stanley Set to Launch Bitcoin ETF as Bitcoin Recovers
MSBT expected to begin trading Wednesday as BTC climbs above key price levels on eased geopolitical tensions. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By Simona Ram 4/8/2026, 11:30:00 AM
Analyst Declares XRP Price Won’t Hit $1700 in Next 90 Days; Internet Asks ‘Why?’
The post Analyst Declares XRP Price Won’t Hit $1700 in Next 90 Days; Internet Asks ‘Why?’ appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Every crypto cycle has its moment of wild predictions. For XRP, that moment seems to be back. This time, the number doing the rounds isn’t $5 or even $100. It’s $1,700, and according to some corners of the internet, it...
By Debashree Patra 4/8/2026, 11:30:00 AM
Crypto News Today: Cardano’s IOG Halts Acropolis, Redirects 4.1M ADA to Growth
The post Crypto News Today: Cardano’s IOG Halts Acropolis, Redirects 4.1M ADA to Growth appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Cardano is stepping into a transition phase as its development arm, Input Output Global (IOG), reshapes its roadmap. The network is moving away from multiple parallel initiatives and concentrating efforts on fewer, more...
By Debashree Patra 4/8/2026, 11:29:22 AM
Thailand proposes tighter scrutiny of funders behind crypto firms
Thailand’s SEC proposes tightening funding rules for cryptocurrency companies to include anyone backing major shareholders, directly or indirectly.
By Helen Partz 4/8/2026, 11:26:28 AM
Zcash surges 24% to $336 as crypto rally gains momentum on Iran truce
Zcash surged above $336 after breaking key resistance as cryptocurrencies rose. The US-Iran ceasefire and fresh institutional interest have buoyed ZEC bulls. A potential short squeeze could catapult the ZEC price to above $500. Zcash price has jumped 24% in the last 24 hours to $336, positioning ZEC as the top performer among the top […] The post...
By Benson Toti 4/8/2026, 11:24:05 AM
Crypto News: Can Ethereum Price Reach $7,5000 as Spot ETFs Pull $71M?
The post Crypto News: Can Ethereum Price Reach $7,5000 as Spot ETFs Pull $71M? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News The crypto news just flipped bullish for Ethereum. Spot ETH ETFs pulled $71.2 million in net inflows on Friday according to Benzinga, and trader CryptosBatman flagged an inverse head and shoulders breakout on the 4-hour chart...
By PR Manager 4/8/2026, 11:21:00 AM
Op-Ed by Corbin Fraser, CEO of Bitcoin.com: The Bitcoin President Is Making Our Case for Us
In 2024, Donald Trump did something no major party presidential candidate had done before: he courted the Bitcoin and crypto community directly, spoke at Bitcoin Nashville, and positioned himself as the industry’s champion. Millions of us who believe in financial sovereignty, decentralization, and the separation of money and state saw an...
By Corbin Fraser 4/8/2026, 11:20:05 AM
Pi Network News: Pi Price Enters High-Stakes Phase With Rising Token Supply
The post Pi Network News: Pi Price Enters High-Stakes Phase With Rising Token Supply appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Pi Network is entering a crucial phase this month, with around 239 million Pi tokens set to unlock over the next 30 days. That’s a big chunk of new supply suddenly becoming tradable. And with demand still not strong enough...
By Debashree Patra 4/8/2026, 11:19:48 AM
Dogecoin Whales Load Up Half A Billion Coins While Price Stays Frozen
Top market analyst Ali Martinez reports that whales have quietly amassed over 500 million Dogecoin (DOGE) since March 31.
By Brian Njuguna 4/8/2026, 11:17:47 AM
Circle Expands Stablecoin Payouts to Singapore in Asia Payments Push
Circle has launched its Stablecoin Payouts service for Circle Mint Singapore partners. The move expands the company’s payments infrastructure in Asia and focuses on compliant cross-border transfers using USDC. Circle is widening its payments footprint in Asia, this time through Singapore. The company said it has launched its Stablecoin Payouts...
By Christian B ttger 4/8/2026, 11:16:31 AM
Ceasefire lifts bitcoin, but animal spirits may not return just yet
Bitcoin clears a key technical hurdle and eyes $76,000 as a temporary ceasefire with Iran and Morgan Stanley’s landmark ETF debut restore market confidence.
By Omkar Godbole 4/8/2026, 11:15:00 AM
ZEC Outperforms Bitcoin With 25% Surge Following Ceasefire
Zcash surged 25% to nearly $335 following the announcement of a ceasefire between the U.S., Israel, and Iran. The rally pushed ZEC’s weekly gains to 33%, significantly outperforming bitcoin and bringing its market capitalization to $5.4 billion, nearing its competitor monero. Key Takeaways: Zcash jumped 25% to nearly $335 on April 8, 2026,...
By Terence Zimwara 4/8/2026, 11:10:45 AM
Crypto Scams Hit Record $11.36 Billion in 2025, FBI Report Reveals
TLDR: Crypto scams reached a record $11.36B in 2025, marking a 22% rise from the previous year’s total. Americans over 60 lost $7.7 billion to cybercrime in 2025, a 37% increase compared to last year. AI deepfake and voice cloning scams stole an estimated $893 million from US victims during 2025. FBI’s Operation Level Up [...] The post Crypto...
By Brenda Mary 4/8/2026, 11:08:46 AM
AI crypto tokens Render and Near Protocol rally amid Anthropic’s Glasswing initiative
Artificial Intelligence (AI) crypto tokens, such as Near Protocol (NEAR) and Render (RNDR), are extending gains on Wednesday amid the launch of Antropic Glasswing initiative, while the broader cryptocurrency market recovery linked to the US-Iran ceasefire adds tailwind.
By N/A 4/8/2026, 11:07:09 AM
Monero (XMR) Price Prediction 2026, 2027-2030: Will Privacy Coins Lead the Next Bull Run?
The post Monero (XMR) Price Prediction 2026, 2027-2030: Will Privacy Coins Lead the Next Bull Run? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Story Highlights The live price of the Monero crypto is . Monero price made a strong move before but on a decline to a possible $130 low by 2026-end. The XMR price, with a potential surge, could hit $5,828.30...
By Yash Jain 4/8/2026, 11:06:00 AM
Binance Deploys PRER Volatility Shield — Here’s How New Price Bands Could Hit Your Orders
Binance is introducing a new rule to stop user orders from being executed at “abnormal prices” during extreme market conditions. A New Measure To Protect The Market, Binance Says The largest crypto centralized exchange announced today the release of the Spot Price Range Execution Rule (PRER) on spot markets starting April 14, 2026, rolling it out...
By James Halver 4/8/2026, 11:03:33 AM
NYT revives Adam Back theory in latest bid to identify Bitcoin creator
A New York Times investigation points to Adam Back as Satoshi Nakamoto, but the Blockstream CEO denies it, and critics say proof is still missing.
By Amin Haqshanas 4/8/2026, 11:03:20 AM
BC.GAME Announces Launch of BC Engine: Instant $BC, Auto-Staked and Paid Hourly in BCD
BC.GAME has launched BC Engine, a new rewards feature that transforms the instant $BC players earn through gameplay into auto-staked balances that generate hourly BCD — no extra wagering required, and withdrawals available to your wallet at any time. The launch marks a shift away from one-time bonus payouts toward a more continuous rewards model,...
By PR DESK 4/8/2026, 11:02:49 AM
Six Swiss banks join forces to build a unified digital franc
The initiative brings major lenders together to trial Swiss franc stablecoin in controlled environment with real transactions
By Olivier Acuna 4/8/2026, 11:00:43 AM
Compound Technical Analysis Report – 8th April 2026
COMP: Compound is a DeFi lending protocol that allows users to earn interest on their crypto assets by depositing them into one of several pools supported by the platform. When a user deposits tokens into a Compound pool, they receive cTokens in return. These cTokens represent the individual’s stake in the pool and can be […] The post Compound...
By N/A 4/8/2026, 11:00:20 AM
Bitcoin Just Reached A Critical Point In The Cycle, And Here’s What To Watch Out For
Bitcoin is approaching a sensitive stage in its broader market cycle, according to new analysis shared by Joao Wedson. The post pointed to a macro indicator designed to track the long-term structure of the market. Based on the latest reading of this model, the data suggests Bitcoin may be moving toward a zone where distribution […]
By Sandra White 4/8/2026, 11:00:06 AM
Hour by Hour: How Oil fell below $100 a barrel as Bitcoin broke $71k in surreal night of after hours trading
Bitcoin, SPY, and crude oil tracked a single overnight pivot as Trump moved from existential rhetoric to a two-week Iran ceasefire Markets spent the night repricing a single geopolitical variable rather than growth, inflation, or crypto-specific risk. After using unprecedented and combustible language earlier in the day, once Donald Trump signaled...
By Liam 'Akiba' Wright 4/8/2026, 10:59:51 AM
Can Zcash price rally to $400 as shielded supply hits record levels?
Zcash price shot up 25% on Wednesday, extending its monthly gains to over 60% as it continues to draw investor interest. According to data from crypto.news, Zcash (ZEC) price rose to a three-month high of $330 on Wednesday, marking gains…
By Rony Roy 4/8/2026, 10:58:00 AM
Musk Escalates OpenAI Legal Battle with $150B Claim and Leadership Ouster Demand
Elon Musk revises OpenAI lawsuit, seeking Sam Altman's removal and $150B in damages. Trial begins April 27 in federal court. Get the latest details. The post Musk Escalates OpenAI Legal Battle with $150B Claim and Leadership Ouster Demand appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 4/8/2026, 10:54:57 AM
Amazon (AMZN) Cloud Operations Under Fire: Drone Attacks Cripple AWS Middle East Infrastructure
Amazon (AMZN) stock up 3.68% as AWS fights to restore Middle East cloud services after drone strikes hit data centers in Bahrain and UAE amid Iran conflict. The post Amazon (AMZN) Cloud Operations Under Fire: Drone Attacks Cripple AWS Middle East Infrastructure appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 4/8/2026, 10:54:01 AM
Palo Alto Networks (PANW) and CrowdStrike (CRWD) Surge on Anthropic’s AI Security Partnership
Palo Alto (PANW) and CrowdStrike (CRWD) stocks rallied after Anthropic selected them for Project Glasswing, its new AI-powered defensive security initiative. The post Palo Alto Networks (PANW) and CrowdStrike (CRWD) Surge on Anthropic’s AI Security Partnership appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 4/8/2026, 10:53:13 AM
Coinbase gains AFSL licence to bring ‘Everything Exchange’ to Australia
Coinbase's AFSL approval in Australia could accelerate crypto adoption, enhance regulatory compliance, and broaden financial product offerings. The post Coinbase gains AFSL licence to bring ‘Everything Exchange’ to Australia appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 4/8/2026, 10:53:02 AM
Bitcoin Price Forecast: BTC eyes breakout as US-Iran ceasefire boosts risk sentiment
Bitcoin (BTC) is approaching the upper boundary of the horizontal channel that has been limiting the price since early February, trading near $71,800 on Wednesday, and a breakout of this zone would suggest an upside move.
By N/A 4/8/2026, 10:53:00 AM
SoFi Technologies (SOFI) Stock Down 41% in 2025 — Should Investors Buy the Dip?
SoFi Technologies (SOFI) stock is down 41% YTD despite record Q4 results. Explore valuation concerns, loan risks, and whether the selloff is overdone. The post SoFi Technologies (SOFI) Stock Down 41% in 2025 — Should Investors Buy the Dip? appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 4/8/2026, 10:52:08 AM
Micron (MU) Stock Rockets 11% on UBS Upgrade and AI Chip Catalyst
Micron (MU) stock surged 11% after UBS raised its price target to $535, citing AI chip demand, HBM supply contracts, and a 30% dividend increase. The post Micron (MU) Stock Rockets 11% on UBS Upgrade and AI Chip Catalyst appeared first on Blockonomi.
By Trader Edge 4/8/2026, 10:51:06 AM
Ethereum Catapults To $2.3K As On-Chain Activity Climbs
The largest Proof of Stake asset is getting ready to climb back the mountain to $4K with $2.5K as the first stop. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By Samantha Diamo 4/8/2026, 10:50:00 AM
OKX Founder Revives 2014 Forgery Claim Against CZ
The post OKX Founder Revives 2014 Forgery Claim Against CZ appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News A long-running dispute between OKX founder Star Xu and Binance’s Changpeng Zhao has resurfaced following Zhao’s memoir release. Xu claims that in 2014, while Zhao was CTO at OKCoin, he altered a contract tied to a deal with Roger Ver by adding a...
By Sohrab Khawas 4/8/2026, 10:49:00 AM
Bitcoin Explodes Above $72K On Surprise U.S.–Iran Ceasefire As Bulls Eye Return To $80K This Week
Bitcoin and the broader crypto market jumped sharply on Tuesday night after the White House revealed a two-week ceasefire deal between the U.S and Iran.
By Brenda Ngari 4/8/2026, 10:47:57 AM
South Korea takes away exchange discretion in a major anti-phishing crackdown
The new rules apply uniform criteria for withdrawal exceptions based on account history and transaction patterns.
By Francisco Rodrigues 4/8/2026, 10:44:28 AM
South Korea May Fold RWA Tokens and Stablecoins Into Existing Financial Rules
South Korea’s Democratic Party has reportedly included tokenized real-world assets and stablecoins in its proposed Digital Asset Basic Act. The proposal would require issuers of tokenized RWAs to place the linked assets into managed trusts under the Capital Markets Act South Korea appears to be moving toward a more familiar regulatory path for...
By Benson Mawira 4/8/2026, 10:42:00 AM
UBS and major Swiss lenders begin stablecoin sandbox trials in Switzerland
UBS has partnered with PostFinance, Sygnum, Raiffeisen, Zürcher Kantonalbank, Banque Cantonale Vaudoise, and Swiss Stablecoin AG to launch a sandbox to test various use cases for a Swiss franc stablecoin in Switzerland. According to the Wednesday announcement, the initiative will…
By Rony Roy 4/8/2026, 10:40:50 AM
Solana Price Rally Gains Momentum: Can SOL Flip $100 Hurdle?
The post Solana Price Rally Gains Momentum: Can SOL Flip $100 Hurdle? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Solana price rally is gaining momentum as the broader crypto rally lifts market sentiment. SOL has surged over 5% in the last 24 hours, reclaiming ground near the $85 level and drawing renewed attention from traders. With Bitcoin pushing...
By Shubham Vishwakarma 4/8/2026, 10:40:06 AM