A Hair Dryer May Have Gamed a Paris Weather Sensor for $34,000 on Polymarket
Someone may have used a hair dryer near a Paris airport weather sensor to win $34,000 on the prediction market platform Polymarket, prompting France’s national meteorological service to file a criminal complaint. Key Takeaways: Météo France filed a complaint with Roissy airport gendarmerie after two CDG sensor anomalies on April 6 and April 15...
By Jamie Redman 4/22/2026, 10:30:52 PM
Iran ceasefire boosts Bitcoin speculation, $80K contract surges
The ceasefire's impact on Bitcoin highlights the market's sensitivity to geopolitical events, driving speculative investments amid reduced conflict risk. The post Iran ceasefire boosts Bitcoin speculation, $80K contract surges appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/22/2026, 10:22:44 PM
Unlicensed Operators Set to Overtake UK Regulated Gambling Ad Spend by 2028
New research from the World Advertising Research Center, published April 21, suggests that the UK’s black-market operators will outpace the regulated market in advertising spending in the next year and a half. The forecast lands one day ahead of a scheduled Westminster Hall debate on gambling advertising in Parliament, where MPs are expected to...
By Luci Kelemen 4/22/2026, 10:10:57 PM
US halts $500M Iraq oil shipment to curb Iran-linked militias
The halt in oil shipments heightens US-Iran tensions, reducing chances for diplomatic resolution and impacting regional stability. The post US halts $500M Iraq oil shipment to curb Iran-linked militias appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/22/2026, 10:08:58 PM
Iranian group threatens Trump family amid domestic unrest
The threat against the Trump family highlights escalating tensions and could influence geopolitical dynamics amid Iran's domestic unrest. The post Iranian group threatens Trump family amid domestic unrest appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/22/2026, 10:08:26 PM
Cardano Founder Triggers Debate with XRP Holders Over Ripple Assets
Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson has ignited the debate about ownership and what token holders are entitled in a cryptocurrency.
By Brian Njuguna 4/22/2026, 10:05:53 PM
April 2026 Is Already the Worst Month for Crypto Hacks Since February 2025, With $606 Million Lost in 18 Days
Crypto protocols have lost more than $606 million to hacks and exploits in just the first 18 days of April 2026, making it the single worst month for theft in the industry since the $1.4 billion Bybit breach in February…
By Peace Longe 4/22/2026, 10:05:00 PM
Pakistan boosts Islamabad security amid possible US-Iran talks
Increased security in Islamabad signals Pakistan's proactive stance, potentially influencing regional stability amid US-Iran tensions. The post Pakistan boosts Islamabad security amid possible US-Iran talks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/22/2026, 10:02:32 PM
The Top Bitcoin Predictions From Industry Experts Go As High As $500,000
A compilation shared on X has brought together a string of bullish Bitcoin calls from banks, hedge fund managers, venture capitalists, and long-time crypto bulls, with estimates ranging from the low six figures all the way to $500,000. Bitcoin is currently trading around $78,000, with the cryptocurrency showing signs of more recoveries before the...
By Sandra White 4/22/2026, 10:00:19 PM
Bitcoin And XRP Need Relief From Capital Drain, Says John Bollinger
John Bollinger, the creator of Bollinger Bands, used a sharply worded post on X on April 21 to argue that Bitcoin, XRP and the broader crypto market need a break from what he sees as capital being pulled out of the sector by Washington. Bollinger did not cite a dataset or name a specific policy move, but his reference to the “current...
By Jake Simmons 4/22/2026, 10:00:17 PM
Swiss Institutions Quietly Move $120M Into Regulated XRP Product
Recently, Swiss institutional investors have quietly funneled about $120 million into a regulated XRP exchange-traded product (ETP). Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By DailyCoin Team 4/22/2026, 9:59:00 PM
US Embassy urges Americans to leave Lebanon as ceasefire collapses
Escalating tensions in Lebanon could hinder US-Iran diplomatic efforts, impacting regional stability and complicating international relations. The post US Embassy urges Americans to leave Lebanon as ceasefire collapses appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/22/2026, 9:53:59 PM
Sam Bankman-Fried pulls motion for a new trial, still asks for new judge
The ex-FTX CEO said he consulted with his parents and lawyers regarding a recent filing he sent from prison, but claimed to be the ”ultimate author of the documents.”
By Turner Wright 4/22/2026, 9:52:15 PM
Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer Resigns, Becomes Trump’s Third Cabinet Departure
US Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer has resigned from the Trump administration amid an active inspector general investigation into misconduct allegations, making her the third cabinet member to depart during the president’s second term. Lori Chavez-DeRemer stepped down as US Secretary…
By Peace Longe 4/22/2026, 9:50:00 PM
Fed rate cuts delayed to late 2026 amid Iran conflict inflation risks
Delayed rate cuts heighten recession risks, complicating economic stability amid geopolitical tensions and persistent inflation pressures. The post Fed rate cuts delayed to late 2026 amid Iran conflict inflation risks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/22/2026, 9:49:37 PM
Binance Says Over 45% of Crypto Activity Is AI-Driven as Agentic Bots Take Over
AI can no longer be deemed a bolt on because not only is it shaping the way markets are analyzed, but also influencing the manner in which capital is moved.
By Brian Njuguna 4/22/2026, 9:49:10 PM
U.S. Banks Seek Delay in Stablecoin Rules Under GENIUS Act
U.S. banks asked Treasury and the FDIC to delay three comment periods under the GENIUS Act stablecoin rule.…
By Kelvin Maore 4/22/2026, 9:46:18 PM
Ripple Sends $108 Million XRP to Coinbase, Shiba Inu (SHIB) Sees April's Biggest Bullish Sign,Saylor’s Strategy Scoops $3.6 Billion Bitcoin Gains — U.Today Crypto Digest
Crypto news digest: Ripple hits Coinbase with $108 million XRP transfer; SHIB sees April's biggest bullish sign yet; Strategy scoops $3.6 billion BTC gains in April.
By Dan Burgin 4/22/2026, 9:44:56 PM
CEO Calls CLARITY Act ‘Horrible Bill,’ Warns Of Prolonged Crypto Bear Market Ahead
A key US crypto policy bill, the CLARITY Act, is now moving through its final stages in the Senate, with potential action tied to the Senate Banking Committee’s last markup expected in May. But Morgan Creek Capital CEO Mark Yusko says the legislation—despite broad praise from much of the crypto industry—could actually prolong the current downturn...
By Ronaldo Marquez 4/22/2026, 9:30:09 PM
American Bitcoin Stock Jumps 12% After Deploying 11,298 New Mining Machines
Shares of American Bitcoin, the Trump family-linked mining company, surged approximately 12% on April 22 after the firm announced it had completed the deployment of 11,298 new ASIC miners at its Drumheller, Alberta site, expanding its active fleet to roughly…
By Peace Longe 4/22/2026, 9:30:00 PM
Here’s what happened in crypto today
Need to know what happened in crypto today? Here is the latest news on daily trends and events impacting Bitcoin price, blockchain, DeFi, NFTs, Web3 and crypto regulation.
By Cointelegraph 4/22/2026, 9:28:43 PM
Analyst Predicts Massive Breakout for Cardano with Over 1,000% Upside Potential
Cardano remained largely range-bound on Monday, consolidating after a period of increased liquidity across the broader cryptocurrency market.
By Newton Gitonga 4/22/2026, 9:19:44 PM
Bitcoin Positioning Hits 4-Month High as Traders Ramp Up Leverage
A strong rise in open interest alongside improving positioning signals indicates fresh capital entering Bitcoin futures.
By Chayanika Deka 4/22/2026, 9:15:24 PM
The $290 Million KelpDAO Hack Linked to North Korea Wiped $13 Billion From DeFi in Two Days
A $290 million exploit on KelpDAO’s cross-chain bridge on April 18, attributed by LayerZero to North Korea’s Lazarus Group, sent shockwaves through DeFi and erased more than $13 billion in total value locked across protocols within 48 hours. Attackers drained…
By Peace Longe 4/22/2026, 9:15:00 PM
Kalshi flags more insider trading cases, including politician who appeared on FBoy Island
The prediction market platform, which has been caught in the middle of a regulatory battle between the feds and the states, is seeking to demonstrate strong controls.
By Jesse Hamilton 4/22/2026, 9:14:22 PM
PUSD stablecoin deploys on ADI Chain, targeting $3T Islamic finance market
The Shariah-compliant stablecoin backed by Gulf currencies expands to a new Layer 2 network aimed at institutional settlement in the Middle East.
By Nate Kostar 4/22/2026, 9:11:15 PM
Cardano’s Leios Upgrade and Bitcoin DeFi Tool Pogun Headline Input Output’s 2026 Funding Slate
Input Output (IO), the engineering organization behind Cardano, submitted nine treasury funding proposals on Wednesday totaling $38.9 million, nearly 50% less than the $97.5 million it requested from the community last year. Key Takeaways: Input Output submitted 9 Cardano treasury proposals totaling $38.9M, nearly 50% less than its 2026 ask. The...
By Jamie Redman 4/22/2026, 9:10:49 PM
Ethereum Price Forecast: Derivatives flip bullish as ETH reclaims $2,400
Following an indefinite extension of the US ceasefire with Iran, Ethereum (ETH) is trading near $2,400 on Wednesday amid a recovery of bullish interest in its derivatives market.
By N/A 4/22/2026, 9:05:05 PM
Here’s Why Bitcoin Price Rally to $80k Could Be A Bull Trap
The Bitcoin price may face renewed selling pressure at $80,000 amid inverted flag formation. ETF investors and short-term…
By Sahil Mahadik 4/22/2026, 9:01:28 PM
BetMGM Alternative Searches Are Climbing Steadily and ZunaBet Is Leading the Conversation
The online gambling industry is watching its audience evolve in real time. Players who once gravitated toward the biggest brand in the room and stayed without questioning the choice are behaving differently now. They compare. They research. They ask whether the platform they are using is genuinely the best available option or simply the most [...]...
By Michelle DG 4/22/2026, 9:00:28 PM
$60,000 Is The Bottom: Bitcoin Analyst Predicts Lowest Level Before Run To $200,000
A crypto analyst has presented a new analysis, forecasting Bitcoin’s (BTC) next all-time high and potential market bottom. According to the analyst, BTC’s long-term price outlook could depend heavily on where its current market bottom forms. The analysis draws on historical cycle patterns and bear markets that preceded BTC’s explosive upward...
By Scott Matherson 4/22/2026, 9:00:11 PM
Kraken to Congress: stop taxing every coffee and fix staking rules
Kraken says it filed 56m 2025 crypto tax forms, most under $50, and is urging Congress to create a de minimis exemption and let users defer tax on staking rewards until sale. Kraken is using this tax season to put…
By Andrew Folkler 4/22/2026, 9:00:00 PM
US military intercepts Iranian oil tankers, escalating Strait of Hormuz crisis
US military intercepts Iranian oil tankers, escalating the Strait of Hormuz crisis. Ceasefire by April 30 at 16.5% YES. The post US military intercepts Iranian oil tankers, escalating Strait of Hormuz crisis appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/22/2026, 8:57:59 PM
Hyperliquid Price Shows Recovery Pattern Following 4% Surge
On April 22, Hyperliquid (HYPE) price soared by around 4% on a daily chart, soaring its value to…
By Rajpalsinh Parmar 4/22/2026, 8:56:06 PM
Ethereum Price News: Bitmine ETH Treasury Tops 4.98M Tokens, Pepeto Delivers the Viral Meme Energy ETH Misses
Ethereum price news on April 22 handed the bulls their sharpest read in months. Bitmine Immersion Technologies disclosed a 4.98 million ETH treasury worth roughly $11.5 billion with 101,627 tokens bought last week alone, the heaviest seven day stack of 2026 per CoinDesk, while ETH is marked at $2,410 with a 4.38% 24 hour gain. Institutional [...]...
By PR PR 4/22/2026, 8:55:23 PM
North Korea’s Lazarus Group Is Targeting Crypto Executives With Fake Meeting Invites
North Korea’s Lazarus Group has launched a new macOS malware campaign called Mach-O Man that uses fake online meeting invitations to trick crypto and fintech executives into executing malicious commands on their own devices, according to blockchain security firm CertiK.…
By Peace Longe 4/22/2026, 8:49:00 PM
Bitcoin $80K April 2026 odds jump as tokenization gains momentum
Institutional interest in tokenization could drive significant Bitcoin price increases, impacting broader financial markets and regulatory landscapes. The post Bitcoin $80K April 2026 odds jump as tokenization gains momentum appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/22/2026, 8:47:41 PM
Thailand SEC Proposes New Rules to Expand Crypto Futures Access
TLDR Thailand SEC has proposed new rules to allow digital asset firms to apply for derivatives licenses within existing entities. The proposal removes the requirement for crypto firms to establish separate companies for derivatives operations. The regulator aims to expand access to crypto futures while strengthening oversight and compliance...
By Maxwell Mutuma 4/22/2026, 8:46:37 PM
Jason Yanowitz: Crypto’s identity crisis in the mainstream, the urgent need to rebuild trust, and the shift from adversaries to partners with banks | Bell Curve
Crypto's identity crisis deepens as trust issues and broken assets challenge industry growth. The post Jason Yanowitz: Crypto’s identity crisis in the mainstream, the urgent need to rebuild trust, and the shift from adversaries to partners with banks | Bell Curve appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 4/22/2026, 8:45:04 PM
White House warns of worsening situation for Iranian regime amid failed talks
Increased instability in Iran could lead to heightened military tensions, impacting regional security and global diplomatic efforts. The post White House warns of worsening situation for Iranian regime amid failed talks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/22/2026, 8:44:15 PM
UN backs US-Iran ceasefire extension, market odds drop sharply
The UN's endorsement highlights diplomatic challenges, as market skepticism suggests limited confidence in achieving a ceasefire soon. The post UN backs US-Iran ceasefire extension, market odds drop sharply appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/22/2026, 8:38:36 PM
Altcoin Season in View: Why Every Altcoin Analyst is DOGE Focused
Dogecoin is drawing scrutiny from technical analysts after a failed breakout attempt that quickly reversed, highlighting the meme coin’s volatile positioning amid the broader altcoin recovery. On the 12-hour chart, the token mounted a push above a descending triangle pattern only to meet stiff resistance at the upper trendline, triggering an...
By Olivia Brooke 4/22/2026, 8:36:27 PM
Elon Musk's Tesla reports unchanged bitcoin holdings, books $173 million digital asset loss
The company's bitcoin stash remained at 11,509 BTC, worth about $880 million at bitcoin's current price of around $78,000.
By James Van Straten 4/22/2026, 8:36:19 PM
Banking group asks for more time to comment on US stablecoin bill
The letter to four US government agencies said banks needed 60 more days for comment after OCC stablecoin rulemaking had been finalized.
By Turner Wright 4/22/2026, 8:32:17 PM
Bitcoin Dominance Surpasses 60% First Time in 2026 as BTC Nears $80K
Bitcoin is reasserting its iron grip on the cryptocurrency sector, with its market cap dominance surging past the 60% threshold.
By Alex Dovbnya 4/22/2026, 8:31:49 PM
Bitcoin Institutional Race: Latest BTC Buy Pushes Strategy Ahead Of BlackRock
Despite experiencing a notable decline of nearly 50% from its all-time high of $126,000, the demand and interest in Bitcoin on the institutional level have not yet lost their momentum. Even during multiple market drawdowns, a massive accumulation of BTC was still strongly observed among many large firms across the cryptocurrency and financial...
By Godspower Owie 4/22/2026, 8:30:03 PM
Sky USDS Overtakes Ethena USDe in Stablecoin Ranking
Shift signals growing preference for stable, collateral-backed models over yield-driven synthetic stablecoins Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By Alex Costa 4/22/2026, 8:30:00 PM
Two CIA Agents Die in Mexico After Returning From a Drug Lab Raid
Two CIA officers were killed in a car crash in the Mexican state of Chihuahua on April 20 while returning from a counternarcotics operation to destroy a clandestine drug lab, igniting a sovereignty dispute between Washington and Mexico City. Two…
By Peace Longe 4/22/2026, 8:29:00 PM
U.S. Banks Seek Delay in GENIUS Act Stablecoin Rules
TLDR U.S. banking groups asked the Treasury Department to extend comment periods on GENIUS Act stablecoin rule proposals. The associations requested at least 60 additional days after the OCC finalizes its supervisory framework. Bankers said the related rule proposals depend directly on the OCC’s final approach. The letter addressed rulemaking...
By Maxwell Mutuma 4/22/2026, 8:27:10 PM
Trump-linked American Bitcoin energizes 11,298 new ASICs
American Bitcoin (ABTC) originally purchased the mining rigs in March, weeks after reporting a $59 million loss for Q4 2025.
By Vince Quill 4/22/2026, 8:17:47 PM