While market observers often watch the price of tokens, the real story right now is happening in the background of the XRP Ledger. Institutional interest in XRP Spot ETFs is climbing, with more than $65 million in new funds entering the space. Related Reading: Rave Token Crashes 95% As Manipulation Allegations Trigger Panic This surge in professional investment coincides with a massive spike in network use. Daily transactions on the ledger have jumped to nearly 3 million. That is three times the volume seen just a year ago. Institutional Growth Drives Record Network Volume Data shows that the XRP Ledger is handling more than just simple transfers. Tokenized commodities have crossed a $1 billion milestone on the network. At the same time, Ripple’s own stablecoin, RLUSD, has reached a $1 billion market cap. This increase in utility is changing how people view the blockchain. Some market figures, like Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson, still raise concerns about how Ripple funds its work by selling tokens from its own supply. However, the network itself is busier than ever. Demand for XRP keeps growing. More access, more ecosystems, more utility. https://t.co/zEqt5C3mmJ — Brad Garlinghouse (@bgarlinghouse) April 17, 2026 Reports indicate that Ripple recently moved 75 million XRP between April 20 and April 21. This amount is worth about $107 million. The movement was not a single transaction. Instead, it was a multi-step process. First, Ripple moved 50 million tokens to an internal wallet. From there, the funds moved through a series of addresses. One specific address split the 75 million XRP into five separate piles. Each pile held 15 million tokens. Ripple just moved 75,000,000 XRP worth $107,000,000 on-chain 👀 something’s always cooking when Ripple moves this quietly… $XRP pic.twitter.com/W0WYXZQuRW — Xaif Crypto (@Xaif_Crypto) April 20, 2026 Tracking The Flow Of Millions To Major Exchanges The path of these tokens ended at different destinations. Based on reports, 50 million of the XRP reached Coinbase wallets. The other 25 million stayed in private addresses. This type of movement often makes traders nervous about a price drop. Usually, sending tokens to an exchange means someone is getting ready to sell. Despite the large amount of money moving, the price of XRP did not crash. XRP has actually held its ground quite well. The token is trading between $1.43 and $1.44. In the last seven days, it rose by about 8%. This performance was better than Bitcoin or Ether during the same period. Related Reading: Bitcoin’s Record Miner Sell-Off Casts Shadow Over Ceasefire-Fueled Rebound Analysts suggest that the 75 million XRP transfer might be for liquidity management. Since big investment firms are buying into ETFs, they need a steady supply of tokens to trade. Ripple may be moving these funds to make sure the market has enough depth to handle that demand. Featured image from Unsplash, chart from TradingView

iPhone Users Beware: Kaspersky Flags 26 Fake Crypto Wallet Apps That Could Drain Your Funds

These fake iOS apps appear legitimate but redirect users to phishing pages, leading to malware installation and eventual theft of crypto assets.

Shiba Inu Could Stage A Return As 20% Move Puts It Ahead Of Bitcoin And XRP In This Metric

Shiba Inu (SHIB) is seeing renewed momentum as its Open Interest (OI) has surged more than 20% in a single day, surpassing both Bitcoin (BTC) and XRP. The meme coin appears to be staging a recovery as trading volume continues to ramp up and price experiences short rebounds. Despite its prolonged choppy action, the recent […]

Bitcoin chases monthly high above $80K as nearly all BTC price metrics turn bullish

Bitcoin moves closer to $80,000 as data shows traders positioning in futures markets. Will potential profit-taking in the $83,000 to $88,000 range put a cap on the rally?

Ethereum Coinbase Premium Flips Bullish: Discover What Happens When US Whales Are Long

Ethereum is pushing back toward $2,400 as the market finds its footing after weeks of uncertainty, with buyers gradually reasserting control and the price beginning to build momentum from the consolidation range. The move higher is drawing attention — and a CryptoQuant analyst has identified a signal in the demand data that suggests the current strength may have more institutional backing than the price chart alone reveals. Related Reading: $2 Billion In Ethereum Leverage Just Evaporated: This Is What Happened Last Time The Coinbase Premium Index measures the price difference between Ethereum on Coinbase and Ethereum on Binance. When ETH trades at a higher price on Coinbase than on Binance, it reflects stronger demand on the US-based platform — and since Coinbase is the primary venue for American institutional investors and high-net-worth buyers, a sustained positive premium is widely interpreted as a signal that sophisticated, deep-pocketed capital is actively bidding for the asset rather than simply riding broader market momentum. Right now, the index is not just positive — it is trading above its 14-day moving average, a threshold that historically separates noise from a more sustained shift in institutional demand. That distinction matters because short-lived premium spikes can reflect temporary activity. A reading that holds above its moving average over multiple sessions reflects something more durable: a change in the posture of the participants who tend to move markets rather than follow them. The Signal Is Still On — and It Has Already Proven Itself The CryptoQuant analyst’s read on the current setup is straightforward but significant. The Coinbase Premium Index, sitting above its 14-day moving average while holding in positive territory, is not a neutral condition — it reflects US investor sentiment, particularly among whale-sized participants, leaning actively toward buying. When the largest and most informed buyers on America’s primary institutional venue are paying a premium for Ethereum relative to the global market, it tends to mean something specific: demand is coming from participants who have done the analysis and are positioning with conviction rather than reacting to price. The track record since this signal triggered makes the current reading more urgent. Ethereum has already rallied 22% from the level where the alarm first fired, pushing as high as $2,400. That move happened while this signal was active. The signal has not turned off. ETH is currently trading at $2,389 — below that $2,400 high, but within a range that still reflects the structural improvement the signal identified. The analyst’s framework is precise about what to watch: as long as the Coinbase Premium Index holds in positive territory and remains above its 14-day moving average, the conditions that produced the initial 22% rally remain intact. The setup is not guaranteed to continue. No signal is. But the specific condition that drove the most recent leg of Ethereum’s recovery is still present — and until it turns, the weight of the evidence points in one direction. Related Reading: Aave Is Down 18% And Carrying $196M In Bad Debt, But Smart Money Is Buying Anyway Ethereum Presses Into Resistance Ethereum is trading just below the $2,400 level after a steady recovery from the February capitulation, where price briefly dipped into the $1,800 range. The current structure shows a clear transition from impulsive selling to controlled upward movement, with ETH forming higher lows and gradually reclaiming short-term momentum. The key technical development is the interaction with the 50-day moving average, which price has now reclaimed and is attempting to hold as support. This marks a shift from the earlier phase of the downtrend, where the same level consistently acted as resistance. However, the broader context remains unresolved. The 100-day and 200-day moving averages are still trending downward above the current price, creating a layered resistance zone between $2,400 and $2,800. Related Reading: XRP Is Moving Higher While Its Order Flow Stays Negative: A Gap Worth Watching Price action reflects this tension. Each push higher is being met with supply, particularly as ETH approaches the $2,400 region, suggesting that market participants who were trapped during the earlier breakdown are using this recovery to exit positions. Volume dynamics reinforce the interpretation. The February spike signals forced liquidations, while the current advance is unfolding on declining participation, indicating a lack of aggressive follow-through. Featured image from ChatGPT, chart from TradingView.com

Price predictions 4/22: BTC, ETH, XRP, BNB, SOL, DOGE, HYPE, ADA, BCH, XMR

Bitcoin rally above the $78,333 resistance signals sustained buying by the bulls, clearing the path for a potential rally to $84,000.

Bitcoin Hits an 11-Week High Above $78,000 but Analysts Say the Rally Is a Squeeze, Not a Shift

Bitcoin climbed above $78,000 on April 22, reaching its highest price in 11 weeks, as a wave of short liquidations and improved macro sentiment following Trump’s ceasefire extension combined to push the asset to a key technical level that had…

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…

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 end […]

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 administration” landed in a market already primed to read that as a swipe at President Donald Trump’s orbit and the crypto ventures tied to it. “Can’t help but wonder if the current administration is done sucking capital out of the crypto space. Perhaps one of you can figure out how much capital they have removed from the space and make an estimate of the impact.” He then added the line that gave the post its sting: “Be nice to get back to business!” Bollinger tagged BTC, ETH, LTC and XRP, making clear he was talking about market-wide conditions rather than a single trade or narrative pocket. The Story Behind Bollinger’s Bitcoin, XRP And Crypto Thesis Bollinger’s complaint, read in context, is that crypto has spent too much time functioning as a political extraction machine and not enough time trading on its own fundamentals. That is an inference from his post, not a quantified claim by Bollinger himself, but it fits a period in which Trump-linked projects have absorbed enormous attention, liquidity and fee generation. Related Reading: XRP Indicator Turns Bullish Again After 3 Months: What’s The Next Price Target? The clearest example was the TRUMP meme coin. Entities behind the token accumulated close to $100 million in trading fees in less than two weeks after launch, while tens of thousands of smaller traders lost money. 80% of the token supply was owned by CIC Digital, a Trump business affiliate, and another related entity, meaning a large share of the economics sat with insiders from the start. Then there is World Liberty Financial, the Trump family-backed crypto venture that has become a much larger and more durable capital sink. World Liberty raised more than $550 million through sales of WLFI governance tokens, that the Trump family took a 60% stake in the business and rights to 75% of net token-sale revenue and 60% of operating revenue, and that only about 5% of the funds raised were left to build the platform itself. New token sales still send 75% of proceeds to the Trump family, even as the project proposed tighter lockups for early investors and faces a fresh lawsuit by TRON founder Justin Sun. Related Reading: 4 Signs XRP Is Moving From Bearish to Bullish: Analyst That does not prove that money flowing into Trump-linked projects is money directly taken from Bitcoin or XRP on a one-to-one basis. But it does support the broader market argument Bollinger was making: in a cycle where capital is finite, politically branded tokens, insider-heavy token sales and fee-rich speculative launches can divert risk appetite away from liquid majors and the business of trading them. If that dynamic eases, Bollinger’s call for “relief” may resonate most with investors who think Bitcoin and XRP have spent the last year competing not just with macro headwinds, but with the administration’s own crypto cash registers. At press time, XRP traded at $1.45. Featured image created with DALL.E, chart from TradingView.com

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.”

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…

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 in digital assets. Bear Market Could Extend Beyond October In a YouTube interview with Paul Barron published Tuesday, Yusko described the CLARITY Act as “a horrible bill,” warning that if it passes, it would not trigger the bullish shift many investors are hoping for. Instead, he argued that bearish conditions could continue well beyond September and October. Yusko also questioned the motivations behind the bill, saying it appears to have been written by “big incumbents,” which he further clarified as large banks. Related Reading: Bitcoin Bottom At $63,000? Grayscale Research Flags Feb. 5 As This Cycle’s Low During the interview, the executive pointed to remarks attributed to Bank of America CEO Brian Moynihan, claiming the bank would “lose trillions of dollars of deposits” if customers were able to earn stablecoin yields. Yusko said this is exactly the kind of incentive that would push large financial institutions to resist competition, arguing that if people can earn yield in alternative places, they will move their capital. “There’s no mystery about it,” Yusko suggested, implying that big banks are signaling their priorities more openly than many expect. He also said he was confused by what he called a political reversal he noticed around Senator Cynthia Lummis. Yusko referenced her earlier support for President Trump’s strategic Bitcoin reserve plan, then contrasted it with her backing of the CLARITY Act. In his view, the shift doesn’t make sense in light of what many see as the bill’s likely direction. Lummis Rejects Further CLARITY Act Delays On Tuesday, Senator Thom Tillis told reporters that he doesn’t expect a CLARITY Act markup in April and said the committee should instead focus on May. If that is the case, the week of May 11 would become the first possible window, especially since the Senate is scheduled to be in recess before then. Crypto In America reported that for a next-week markup to occur, the committee would need to notify members by this Friday. That notification reportedly has not happened, which the report ties to signals from the stablecoin-yield negotiation process. Related Reading: XRP Indicator Turns Bullish Again After 3 Months: What’s The Next Price Target? Lummis, however, has publicly pushed back on the idea of further delay in the CLARITY Act passage. In a statement to Crypto In America, she said, “Further delay is unacceptable.” She added that she is “really proud of the bipartisan progress we’ve made” and that she won’t allow colleagues to sacrifice substantive and good progress for what she described as the pursuit of a “perfect bill” that will never come. The pro-crypto Senator also warned that the “offshore risk is real” and that the window for action is closing. “It’s time to finally get this done,” she concluded. Featured image from OpenArt, chart from TradingView.com

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…

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.

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.

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…

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.

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.

$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 rallies. Based on these patterns, the expert projects that if BTC has found a bottom near $60,000, then the next likely top could be around $200,000. Bitcoin Cycle Analysis Points To Final Market Bottom Crypto market expert Ardi has shared a new outlook on X, examining Bitcoin’s long-term cycle behavior and the implications of a possible market bottom. He noted that over the last four market cycles, Bitcoin’s bottom-to-top expansion has steadily compressed, with each cycle delivering only about 40%-50% of the upside seen in the previous one. Related Reading: Analyst Says Bitcoin Is Going To $170,000: Here’s When To Buy And When To Sell For added emphasis, he explained that if the last cycle recorded a roughly 7-8x upside off the price bottom, then the next market cycle could statistically see a 3-4x upside, based on his 40-50% theory. This pattern suggests a maturing market with gradually declining exponential returns as adoption and market size increase. Mathematically, Ardi presents his predictive model for Bitcoin’s cycle bottom and peak as: Next cycle top ≈ this cycle bottom x (previous multiple x k) The previous multiple is estimated at 7-8x from the 2022 bear market lows to the 2025 peak, while the k factor represents a historical diminishing factor of 0.4-0.5 derived from earlier Bitcoin cycles. Based on this framework, Ardi explained that if $60,000 is Bitcoin’s official bottom this cycle, then this level could serve as a key reference point for mapping the next phase of market development and potential bullish structure. Notably, BTC crashed to $60,000 earlier in February 2026 after the U.S. and Israel launched strikes on Iran that same month, causing oil prices to skyrocket. This was the first time BTC reached this level after hitting an ATH above $126,000 in October 2025, although the cryptocurrency had been in a downtrend since that peak. BTC Cycle Model Projects $200,000 ATH Using the mathematical model, Ardi outlined that a $60,000 price floor would place Bitcoin’s next cycle base-case peak at $190,000 to $200,000. This zone is presented as the analyst’s expected outcome under normal diminishing returns conditions. The projection also includes a stronger extension phase, during which euphoric market momentum could push Bitcoin to $240,000, marking its true supercycle. Related Reading: Bitcoin Price Could See Another Crash, But What Is The Long-Term Prognosis? On the other hand, if the market bottom forms closer to $50,000, the cycle model will adjust lower, placing BTC’s base case peak near $160,000. Meanwhile, euphoric momentum could extend BTC toward the $200,000 region. Ardi emphasized that as long as the broader cycle structure remains intact, these projected ranges will continue to define where BTC’s next major bull rally could conclude. Featured image from Pixabay, chart from Tradingview.com

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…

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.…

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.

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.

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 landscape. New […]

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…

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.

Bears Are Fully In Control Of Bitcoin And It Will Crash Below $60,000, Here’s Why

A crypto analyst has suggested that Bitcoin (BTC) is still in a bear market despite its recent price rally, warning that the cryptocurrency could be headed for a deeper correction below $60,000. The call comes amid repeated failed breakouts and weakening momentum, raising doubts about any near-term recovery. According to the analyst, the current price structure suggests bears remain firmly in control, with downside risks continuing to build. Why Bitcoin Is Still Bearish Despite Recent Rebounds A technical analyst known as JDK Analysis on X has shared fresh insights into Bitcoin’s current price action and potential next moves. In his post, he stated that Bitcoin’s recent price rally above $75,000 marked its fourth fakeout. He argued that, rather than a sustained price recovery, the latest upward moves may signal weakness, reinforcing his base case that BTC is currently in a short-term reaccumulation phase within a broader bear market. Related Reading: Why The PEPE Price Could Stage A 55X Rally To Reach New $0.0001 ATH JDK Analysis noted that the current re-accumulation phase lacked the key signals typically seen at true market bottoms, which often precede a sustained price reversal. As a result, he suggests that any near-term upside will likely be limited until a final price floor is reached. The analyst explained that strong market bottoms do not emerge suddenly. Instead, they form after an extended downtrend with multiple processes involved. He stated that large-scale investors cannot simply “buy the bottom” like most retail traders because their investments are substantial enough to move the market and influence prices. He added that buying only occurs when enough traders are willing to sell coins, making it even harder for big players to enter positions. If they decide to place large buy orders even when there are not enough sellers available, they could end up pushing prices higher and buying at even worse levels. To address this, JDK Analysis noted that most large players typically seek out liquidity by targeting areas with clustered orders. He said that it also helps when many traders are caught on the wrong side of the market, as their positions provide easy exit liquidity for whales. He called this process liquidity engineering, noting that it explains why Bitcoin’s price often moves up and down within a range, appearing as though it is recovering. The analyst added that the same process also applies when Bitcoin experiences sudden drops. During sharp moves, traders often panic and sell, leading to downside fakeouts in which prices briefly fall before reversing or stabilizing. Overall, JDK Analysis remains firm in his view that the market is not in a recovery stage. Instead, he argues that bears are still largely in control, with no confirmed bottom in place and the possibility of another major price crash still ahead. BTC Faces Possible Crash Below $60,000 While he maintains that the market is still bearish, JDK Analysis has explained what a true bottom should look like. He stated that a real bottom forms after several failed attempts to push prices lower. He emphasized that during repeated downside moves, trading volume typically declines, signaling that selling pressure is fading as sellers become exhausted. Once this happens, the market begins to shift before a fresh bullish trend begins. Related Reading: The Bitcoin Playbook: Analyst Says These 4 Numbers Are Your Entire Week However, the analyst argues that current market conditions are showing opposite behavior. Instead of exhaustion, prices continue to test the upper range before getting rejected. He also noted that BTC’s overall supply appears to be dominating demand, with each upward push accompanied by declining trading volume. The analyst views this as a major bearish signal. His chart shows that once Bitcoin breaks further below $75,000, the cryptocurrency could be heading toward its next crash level around $59,000. If this support fails, the analyst predicts an even deeper correction below $56,000, possibly marking its final bottom. Featured image created with Dall.E, chart from Tradingview.com

Iran Seizes Ships in the Strait of Hormuz as Trump Extends the Ceasefire

Iran’s Revolutionary Guard seized two container ships in the Strait of Hormuz on April 22, hours after President Trump extended the ceasefire with Tehran indefinitely, while confirming the US naval blockade of Iranian ports would remain in place. Iran’s Islamic…

Trump’s Fed Nominee Says He Won’t Take Rate Orders. One Republican Is Holding Up the Vote.

Kevin Warsh, Donald Trump’s nominee to chair the Federal Reserve, told a Senate confirmation hearing on April 21 that he has made no commitments to the White House on interest rates and would act independently, even as Republican Senator Thom…

Virginia Voters Approve New Map That Could Give Democrats Four More House Seats

Virginia voters have narrowly approved a new congressional map that could shift as many as four House seats from Republican to Democrat, delivering a major boost to the party’s bid to retake the House in the 2026 midterms. Virginia voters…

DOJ Charges the SPLC With Fraud Over Secret Payments to Extremist Informants

The US Department of Justice has filed fraud charges against the Southern Poverty Law Center, alleging the civil rights organization made secret payments to extremist informants without proper disclosure. The US Department of Justice announced a federal indictment against the…

XRP Eyes Breakout, But Failure At $1.53 Could Trigger Sell-Off

XRP is approaching a critical resistance zone as momentum builds toward a potential breakout. However, with price still struggling to clear the $1.53 level, the risk of rejection remains high. A failure at this key barrier could quickly shift sentiment and trigger a move lower, making the next reaction crucial for direction. Wave E Nears Completion As XRP Tests Key Resistance CasiTrades has highlighted that XRP is currently approaching a definitive stage in its market cycle, specifically moving toward the completion of Wave E within a larger consolidation pattern. Technical indicators across multiple subwave degrees are identifying the $1.53 level as the primary resistance hurdle. Related Reading: 4 Signs XRP Is Moving From Bearish to Bullish: Analyst The current forecast anticipates a series of upward moves into the $1.50 to $1.53 price range. This bullish remains technically valid as long as the price stays above the critical support of $1.39. A breach below this support would likely disrupt the current wave count and suggest a shift in momentum. Market observers are also keeping a close eye on Bitcoin’s performance, as its movement could influence XRP’s direction. If Bitcoin rallies into its own resistance zone near $79,000, it would likely provide the necessary tailwind for XRP to challenge the $1.50–$1.53 area. However, there is a risk of a wave failure where XRP falls just short of its target if Bitcoin reaches a local top. The price action shows a major test of resistance that will likely define XRP’s trajectory for the coming weeks. While a breakout would be significant, a rejection at these higher levels could lead to a sharp retracement to the $1.09 and $0.87 range. XRP Struggles To Reclaim $1.50 Resistance In a recent update, analyst Hov highlighted that XRP still hasn’t reclaimed the $1.50 level, a key resistance that continues to cap upside momentum. What makes this more notable is that several major cryptocurrencies have already pushed to new local highs, while XRP continues to lag. Related Reading: XRP Locked In Range, But Here’s What Happening Underneath This relative weakness is beginning to raise concerns, suggesting that buyers have not yet fully stepped in with enough conviction to drive prices higher. From a structural perspective, XRP is currently forming a very clear triangle pattern. While this type of pattern often signals a buildup before a breakout, Hov cautions that overly obvious ones can sometimes lead to false expectations. The key trigger to watch now is a breakout above the ACE trendline. If confirmed, the next upside target sits around the $1.90 region, aligning with a possible wave 3 expansion from the lows. Beyond that, price action will need to be monitored closely to determine whether XRP can sustain a stronger bullish trend or if more consolidation lies ahead. Featured image from VectorStock, chart from Tradingview.com

Ripple’s Tokenization Bet: Will XRP Price Explode As It Enters This Trillion-Dollar Industry?

Something quiet is happening on the XRP Ledger. What is happening instead is the kind of institutional movement that is quietly deploying capital onto the Ledger, targeting the US Treasury debt, one of the largest and most stable markets in global finance. The numbers are still small, but the structure behind them points to something […]

American Bitcoin boosts Trump-linked hash power to 28.1 EH/s

American Bitcoin, co‑founded by Eric and Donald Trump Jr., has energized 11,298 new ASICs, lifting owned hash rate to 28.1 EH/s as it doubles down on low‑cost BTC accumulation. American Bitcoin Corp., the publicly listed mining company co‑founded by Eric…

OpenAI Is Now Selling Pay-Per-Click Ads Inside ChatGPT

OpenAI has begun charging advertisers on a cost-per-click basis inside ChatGPT, marking its first direct move into the digital advertising market and putting it in competition with Google and Meta. OpenAI has quietly launched a pay-per-click advertising model inside ChatGPT,…

US Banks Are Fighting the New Stablecoin Rules. The White House Is Not Having It

Major US banks are lobbying to slow down new stablecoin legislation, but the White House has intervened directly, telling the banking industry to stand down. US banks are mounting resistance to proposed stablecoin legislation moving through Congress, arguing the rules…

Kraken Filed 56 Million Crypto Tax Forms in 2025 and Wants Congress to Raise the Bar

Kraken submitted 56 million crypto tax forms for 2025, most reporting gains under $50, and is now calling on Congress to overhaul what it calls an unworkable reporting threshold. Kraken filed 56 million crypto tax forms with the IRS for…

The question isn't whether privacy. It's what sort of privacy

Blockchains are going private. The only question left is what kind of privacy the industry will build, argues Schiller.

Analyst Predicts Bitcoin Price Is Going To $200,000, Reveals When To Buy

Bitcoin is back in a place where bold upside calls are starting to circulate again, and while short-term sentiment is still mixed, one analyst believes the cryptocurrency is setting up for a powerful move that sends the price action all the way to $200,000. The call is built around a long-term cycle structure on the monthly candlestick timeframe chart that treats Bitcoin’s recent price action as part of a larger repeating pattern. The Monthly Chart Case For $200,000 The chart Bitcoin Teddy shared is a monthly Bitcoin chart that maps out three major cycle phases using large green expansion boxes and blue-circled buy zones. These buy zones are situated around a curved support line that connects previous lows. Related Reading: Why You Should Be Paying Attention To The Bitcoin Monthly MACD The first buy zone appeared in 2019, ahead of the move that eventually carried Bitcoin above $69,000. The second buy zone was in late 2022, just before the rally that eventually pushed Bitcoin’s price action to $126,000 in October 2025. The third is the current setup, labeled as a 2026 buy zone near the long-term curved support line, with the projected next peak sitting at $200,000. Each rally is gradually shrinking in percentage terms. The move from 2019 to 2021’s peak was over 2,000%. The move from 2022 to the current peak was over 700%. The expected move from the current accumulation zone to $200,000 is around 233%. When The Chart Says To Buy The “when to buy” part of the forecast is just as important as the $200,000 target itself. Bitcoin Teddy’s chart points to the current region, which is the zone between the long-term curve and the lower part of the latest green box, as the preferred entry window. That area sits around the $60,000s up into the $70,000s, with the blue circle placed close to the latest corrective low in February. Related Reading: Analyst Sounds Bitcoin Warning: This Surge Above $78,000 Should Not Be Trusted Bitcoin has since rebounded from that February low, and the broader market has started to stabilize, with Spot ETF inflows returning to more consistent levels. Despite that recovery, price action has not fully broken away from the highlighted accumulation band. It is still within the same broader zone identified on the chart, meaning the setup to the $200,000 projection is still technically in place. At the time of writing, Bitcoin is trading at $77,880. Therefore, the path from current levels to $200,000 would require approximately a 156% gain from around $77,000, a move that several institutional analysts believe is achievable within the current cycle window. Goldman Sachs filed for its first Bitcoin ETF product shortly after Morgan Stanley launched its own spot Bitcoin ETF, showing that large financial firms are still pushing deeper into Bitcoin-linked products. Featured image from Pngtree, chart from Tradingview.com

GSR debuts first active multi‑asset crypto staking ETF on Nasdaq

GSR’s new BESO ETF on Nasdaq actively manages a Bitcoin‑Ethereum‑Solana basket with weekly rebalancing, a 1% fee, and built‑in staking rewards where allowed. GSR is moving from pure market‑making into the center of the ETF arms race, rolling out its…

Thailand regulator mulls crypto futures expansion in licensing overhaul

Thailand’s SEC is seeking feedback on rule changes that would let digital asset firms offer derivatives within existing entities, lowering barriers to market entry.

Trump’s Fed Pick, Kevin Warsh, Warns of Tighter Liquidity: What It Means for Bitcoin

The main BTC signal was not rate cuts, but Warsh's stated intention to shrink the Fed's balance sheet and pull liquidity from the system.

Bitcoin Could Strengthen US National Security, Top Military Commander Says

US lawmakers are pushing to bring Bitcoin mining equipment manufacturing back to American soil — a move driven by growing concern that the country’s dependence on foreign-made hardware puts national security at risk. Related Reading: Crypto Extortion Hits Strait Of Hormuz As Scammers Exploit Shipping Crisis That concern formed part of the backdrop when a […]

Kraken calls for de minimis exemption on crypto taxes after 2025 reports

The crypto exchange advocated for two key changes to US tax law affecting crypto users to “eliminate millions of unnecessary forms.”

Pyth Network to determine outcomes in Kalshi’s commodities expansion

The prediction platform will use Pyth’s pricing data to settle trades on its new commodities markets, as it expands into assets like oil, gold and crops.

$138M Bitcoin Play Triggers Rally, Signals Shift In Big Money Sentiment

While the market still remembers the sharp drops of the past, Bitcoin held its ground at $75,000 this week. This price remains well below the all-time peak of $126,000, but the mood among traders is changing. Related Reading: Bitcoin’s Record Miner Sell-Off Casts Shadow Over Ceasefire-Fueled Rebound Reports show that many investors are watching two different forces at once. They see the potential for new highs while fearing a sudden slide. Despite that tension, the market recently pushed toward $77,000 before some traders decided to sell and take their profits. Since the news of Morgan Stanley’s $138 million move into its Bitcoin-tracking fund, the price has climbed even higher, trading at a little past $80,000 at the time of writing. Heightened Level Of Trust In Bitcoin The bank’s latest move shows a significant level of trust from one of the biggest names in finance. Data shows the fund pulled in more than $100 million in assets during its very first week of operation. It is an affordable way for people to get exposure to the coin without holding it directly. According to reports, this isn’t just a one-time event. It is part of a larger trend where big banks are fixing their old systems to work with new technology. The focus is shifting toward on-chain finance. This means that instead of just betting on price changes, banks are looking at how to use the underlying blockchain as a tool for daily business. Reports indicate that Morgan Stanley is already testing these ideas through a partnership. This setup lets a small group of clients trade crypto directly within a system that stays under tight control. The goal is to move in small steps rather than taking huge risks all at once. Institutional Buying Powers A Market Rebound The return of these large organizations follows a difficult start to 2026. For months, prices had been falling, but that trend seems to be over for now. Reports note that US adoption is climbing at a fast pace. Related Reading: Strategy Raises $1.76B War Chest As Saylor Signals Bigger Bitcoin Buy Even though other coins like Ethereum exist, most big investors still view Bitcoin as their first choice. They tend to stick around for a long time once they commit their capital. They are not looking for quick wins; they are making large financial commitments that could last for years. The current stability is built on this renewed belief from the professional sector. While individual traders might jump in and out of the market, the big players provide a floor for the price. They are treating the technology as a business asset that has a permanent place in their portfolios. Featured image from Meta, chart from TradingView

Pyth plugs into Kalshi’s new commodities hub as oracle backbone

CFTC‑regulated prediction market Kalshi is wiring Pyth’s oracle and Pyth Pro feeds into its new commodities hub, using first‑party prices to settle gold, oil, gas, and grain event contracts. Pyth Network is extending its oracle footprint into the heart of…

CEX.IO Selects OpenPayd to Power Real-Time Settlements for Institutional Clients

London, United Kingdom, 22nd April 2026, Chainwire

Robinhood Venture Fund's $75M stake in OpenAI aims to enable retail investments

The private equity investment will be used to give retail customers indirect price exposure to OpenAI through venture tokens.

Banks seek to slow down implementation of crypto's GENIUS Act on stablecoin oversight

U.S. banking groups argued that a number of federal agencies are moving quickly on stablecoin regulations, making it hard to understand how rules will interact.

The Protocol: Kelp DAO exploited for $292 million

Also: DPRK hacking crypto, Aave contagion and Coinbase on quantum computing.

Ethereum risks 10% decline versus Bitcoin despite record ETH staking

Ethereum’s record 32.33% staking ratio is shrinking liquid supply, reducing sell pressure and potentially supporting an ETH price recovery over time.

Justin Sun Sues Trump-Linked World Liberty Financial Over Frozen WLFI Tokens

Sun claims the WLFI team froze his tokens, threatened burning, and denied repeated requests to restore access and participation rights immediately.

Crypto Long & Short: Protecting the people building DeFi infrastructure

In this week’s Crypto Long & Short Newsletter, Jennifer Rosenthal writes on the need to protect the people actually building DeFi infrastructure. Then, Alexis Sirkia comments on how Ethereum's L2 strategy is failing due to a fundamental design flaw.

The $292 million Kelp DAO exploit shows why crypto bridges are still one of the industry's weakest links

The problem is structural and as long as bridges depend on complex systems with shared infrastructure and hidden trust assumptions, they will remain vulnerable.

SUI And USDC Now Power Real-World Transactions On RedotPay

Real-world crypto payments are taking another step forward as SUI and USDC go live on RedotPay’s platform. With this integration, users can now go beyond holding digital assets to actually using them in real-world transactions, directly through RedotPay’s app and crypto card system. This integration brings together the speed and scalability of Sui with the stability of USDC, creating a more practical payment experience for everyday spending. How Crypto Cards Bridge Digital Assets And Retail Payments Hong Kong-based RedotPay, a stablecoin-focused payments platform with over 7 million users, is making a major push into real-world crypto adoption by integrating SUI and USDC directly into its app and crypto card platform. Crypto analyst MartyParty has revealed on X that the update allows users to send, receive, and spend Sui-native assets directly through RedotPay. Related Reading: Sui Restores Service After Major 6-Hour Outage Shook Network Furthermore, RedotPay’s infrastructure connects crypto balances to traditional payment rails. This enables users to transact in over 100 countries and more than 130 million merchants worldwide, anywhere its card or payout systems are accepted. Behind the scenes, transactions are converted into traditional payment rails, fiat-like spending with low fees and fast settlement, powered by Sui’s high throughput and sub-second finality. RedotPay is positioning itself among the first major crypto card providers to support native non-bridged USDC on Sui, moving beyond wrapped versions to improve efficiency and security. MartyParty stated that this integration aligns with RedotPay’s broader strategy to expand stablecoin-powered global payments, while already supporting multiple assets and offering features such as P2P marketplaces and international transfers. For SUI, this represents solid real-world adoption, transforming blockchain-native assets into everyday spendable money that can be used at scale without the usual barriers of bridging or fragmentation. Revolutionary Technologies Set To Transform Finance On SUI The next chapter of finance is about to unfold, and it’s happening on SUI. According to the Sui community, two of the biggest unlocks in modern finance are on the horizon and are launching on the SUI network this year, which is a game-changer in how money moves globally. Related Reading: SUI At Decision Point: RSI Trendline Could Trigger A Drop Or Bounce This upgrade is about revolutionary technologies that will transform the way individuals think about money and investments. Sui network is at the forefront of this innovation, poised to make a significant impact on the financial landscape. The crypto community is about to witness a new era in finance, and it’s coming to the Sui network this year. Sui Community has also highlighted that recent insights from the Moon Show suggest SUI may be on the verge of a breakout, with a potential long opportunity on the horizon. Market structure is tightening, and a clean close on the daily time frame could be the catalyst for this move, setting the stage for further growth. If confirmed, this could mark the start of a potential surge in Sui’s value. Featured image from Adobe Stock, chart from Tradingview.com

Ethereum Staking Hits Fresh High As Network Locks Up More ETH

Ethereum staking activity continues to experience sharp growth in the face of renewed bullish momentum in ETH’s prices, which is now holding firmly above the $2,300 mark. After recent staking actions from both retail and institutional investors, the amount of staked ETH has surged to unprecedented levels. Staking On Ethereum Expands Rapidly Interest in Ethereum […]

Syed Sameer steps in as power broker in Justin Sun–WLFI standoff

Sameer Group CEO Syed Sameer is offering to broker a private deal to unfreeze Justin Sun’s blacklisted WLFI tokens, drawing backlash from retail holders shut out of negotiations. Syed Sameer, CEO of Sameer Group LLC, has put himself forward as…

Trump-linked American Bitcoin shares spike over 12% after announcing more mining power

The Trump family-linked mining and treasury company announced 11,298 additional bitcoin mining ASICs at its Drumheller site.

Bitcoin breaks Strategy's STRC ex-dividend date slump for the first time in six months

Bitcoin is seeing a short squeeze dynamic and steady U.S. demand to support gains.

Bitcoin tops $79,000 as crypto rally gathers steam; Circle, Coinbase, Strategy lead

BTC pushed to an 11-week high with dynamics for a short squeeze building, one analyst noted.

RaveDAO’s vertical day surging 106% sits on top of a 95% crash scandal

RaveDAO (RAVE) is up about 106% on $418m volume after a 95% crash that erased nearly $6b, as ZachXBT alleges insiders ran a pump‑and‑dump and OKX funds the probe. RaveDAO is in full trader mode. CoinGecko and major exchanges show…

The London P2P sweep: UK FCA raids eight illegal peer-to-peer trading hubs

The sites were targeted for facilitating P2P trading without required registration or anti-money laundering controls, posing a financial crime risk.

Here’s why CHIP crypto soared over 85% today

CHIP token surged over 85% on Wednesday becoming one of the best performing crypto assets of the day. The token shot up following its listing on Binance which introduces the token with a Seed Tag, flagging it as an early-stage,…

Crypto giant GSR launches its first ETF to give investors an easy way to bet on the big 3 tokens

GSR is entering the asset management space with a new Nasdaq-listed ETF that actively manages a basket of bitcoin, ether and solana while offering investors a chance to earn staking yields.

Pundit Shows How XRP’s Performance Has Outpaced Hedge Funds

Crypto pundit Vandell has highlighted how XRP has outperformed hedge funds since its launch despite criticism of its price appreciation. The pundit also declared that the altcoin is bound to increase over time, regardless of its utility. How XRP Has Outperformed Hedge Funds In an X post, Vandell noted that XRP rose from its 2014 […]

Lazarus-linked macOS malware hits crypto and fintech firms

Security researchers linked a new “Mach-O Man” malware kit to a Lazarus campaign that uses fake meeting invites and ClickFix prompts to steal credentials and access corporate systems on macOS.

HIVE, Keel push deeper into AI data centers with capital raise, asset sale

HIVE raises $115M to expand data centers while Keel exits Latin America, redirecting funds into HPC and AI as both stocks climb 4%.

Tax-free bitcoin is back: How UK investors can avoid paying duty on crypto investments once more

Stratiphy will offer access to three ETNs provided by 21Shares: those covering bitcoin, ether and one combining BTC and gold.

Binance.US cuts spot trading fees to near zero in push to undercut rivals

The exchange set maker fees at 0% and taker fees at 0.02% across all pairs, extending near-zero pricing to all users with no volume tiers or subscription requirements.

Aave deposits fall by $15B as Kelp exploit sparks flight from DeFi lender

Aave’s supplied balance has tanked since the Kelp DAO bridge exploit, as users pull funds amid uncertainty over how much of the rsETH-linked shortfall the protocol will ultimately absorb.

3 Reasons Why Ripple (XRP) Might be Transitioning to a Bullish Trend

Is XRP headed for a 30% increase?

Analyst alleges ‘on-chain insider’ front‑runs Trump speeches

Crypto Rover says wallets with a “100% win rate” keep trading BTC, ETH and $TRUMP around President Trump’s speeches, reviving long‑running “Trump insider” whale fears. Crypto commentator Crypto Rover has escalated accusations of political insider trading, posting what he calls…

UK cracks down on illegal peer-to-peer crypto trading in nationwide raids

The Financial Conduct Authority has raided eight locations suspected of illegal peer-to-peer crypto trading, issuing cease-and-desist orders.

Google rolls out $750M fund to expand partner-led AI deployments

Alphabet Inc.’s Google Cloud has introduced a $750 million fund to help consulting firms and enterprise partners bring agentic artificial intelligence into real-world use cases. The initiative was unveiled at the Cloud Next 2026 conference in Las Vegas and is…

MemeCore vs Shiba Inu: who’s more diluted?

MemeCore’s FDV sits several turns above its circulating cap, leaving heavy unlock overhang, while Shiba Inu trades closer to full dilution after years of burns. As of recent data, MemeCore’s circulating market capitalization is in roughly the $2.8–$4.3 billion range…

Europe’s MiCA regime puts smaller crypto firms under pressure

Smaller crypto companies across Europe face mounting compliance costs as MiCA moves from framework to enforcement, raising fears of market consolidation.

Memecoins and mid‑caps lead speculative rotation as traders chase alt beta: what cryptos are worth buying?

MemeCore rips 22% as traders rotate into memecoins and mid‑caps like RAIN, PENGU, XMR, BCH and chase edgeX retrodrop hype instead of de‑risking into Bitcoin. Even with Bitcoin and Ethereum hogging the macro headlines, the most aggressive risk‑taking is happening…

Structural shift: DeFi risk-on, gaming builds through volatility

DeFi TVL and DEX volumes are rising on Solana, Arbitrum, Optimism, Polygon, and BNB as NFT gaming races toward a $60.82B market and builders keep shipping through hacks. Capital is quietly rotating back into DeFi even as the industry digests…

CoinDesk 20 performance update: Aptos (APT) rises 5.5%, leading index higher

Internet Computer (ICP) up 5.3% from Tuesday, joined Aptos (APT) as a top performer.

Regulation squeeze: MiCA deadline, CLARITY Act, and UK/JP hardening

MiCA’s July 2026 deadline, the US CLARITY Act plus SEC–CFTC MoU, and the UK/Japan FSMA-style regimes are squeezing out thin‑margin crypto venues in a global licensing reset. Europe’s MiCA regime is entering its endgame, with the transitional period for existing…

Russia advances crypto bill that could pave way for criminal penalties

Russian lawmakers passed a first reading of a bill regulating crypto through licensed intermediaries, with key rules set to take effect in July 2026 and 2027.

KelpDAO hacker launders funds from Ethereum to Arbitrum and into Tron-based USDT

The attacker behind KelpDAO’s nearly $300 million rsETH exploit is now laundering funds from Ethereum to Arbitrum and into Tron-based USDT. The attacker behind the nearly $300 million KelpDAO exploit has begun laundering the haul, routing funds through Arbitrum and…

Bitcoin And Ethereum Need A Post-Quantum Plan Now, Coinbase Says

A new position paper from the Coinbase Independent Advisory Board on Quantum Computing and Blockchain argues that crypto’s quantum threat is not immediate, but the migration work can no longer be treated as a distant problem. The report’s core message is straightforward: Bitcoin, Ethereum and the broader blockchain sector should be building post-quantum roadmaps now, […]

How to start passive income with free AI trading bots in 2026: A beginner’s guide

AI trading bots emerge as a practical passive income tool for everyday investors in 2026. In 2026, more everyday investors are focusing on a practical question: how to build a sustainable income stream without relying on constant trading or high-frequency…

UK watchdog raids eight London sites over illegal P2P crypto trading

UK regulator FCA raided eight London sites over alleged illegal P2P crypto trading, issuing stop notices and escalating its wider crackdown on unregistered platforms. According to Reuters, the UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has raided eight locations across London suspected…

North Korea’s Lazarus Group targets crypto execs with new macOS malware

North Korea’s Lazarus Group is using “Mach-O Man” macOS malware and fake meeting invites to hijack crypto execs and fund nine-figure DeFi raids. Lazarus, the North Korean state-backed hacking outfit, has rolled out a new macOS malware campaign aimed squarely…

Kraken filed 56 million crypto tax forms for 2025. One-third were below $1

The lack of a de minimis exemption for crypto payments and staking rewards taxed at receipt creates a huge reporting burden, the data shows.

North Korea tied to heists worth $578M in April after Kelp DAO exploit

DPRK-linked crypto theft topped $578M in April after the Kelp DAO exploit, as attacks continue to expand across protocols, companies and end users.

SEC ‘on the cusp’ of onchain tokenized securities exemption: Atkins

SEC Chair Paul Atkins says the SEC is “on the cusp” of an innovation exemption to enable compliant onchain trading of tokenized securities.

Solana price forms bullish double bottom, eyes upside to over $110 on breakout

Solana price has rebounded by 6% since its Monday drop as investor confidence returns to the market. It is in the process of forming a double bottom pattern, which could position it for a significant trend reversal in the coming…

Lazarus Group has become especially dangerous with new Mach-O Man attack: CertiK

North Korea's Lazarus Group has a new attack vector that allows it to exploit an apparently routine business call as a gateway into a target's systems.

The 5 popular free Bitcoin and Litecoin cloud mining apps of 2026

Cloud mining apps gain popularity as users seek easier access to Bitcoin and Litecoin rewards. As an increasing number of users seek easier ways to earn cryptocurrency rewards without the need to purchase expensive mining hardware, the popularity of free…

BlackRock adds $900 million in Bitcoin as ETF demand rises

BlackRock bought over $900 million in Bitcoin in five days, driving ETF inflows and adding to supply shock concerns.

‘Powerful move’ looms for Bitcoin price, says Bollinger Bands indicator

Bitcoin’s technical indicators predicted a significant move ahead for BTC, but the price must first break resistance at $80,000.

Pi Network (PI) Drops Major Announcement; Community Reacts With Mixed Feelings

"Developers are encouraged to try integrating subscriptions in their own apps," the official message reads.

The signal bitcoin momentum traders have been waiting for is here

What you need to know for April 22, 2026

6 new crypto coins 2026 that could lead the next innovation wave

Utility-driven new crypto coins gain momentum as investors target early-stage opportunities in 2026. The biggest winners in new crypto coins 2026 are emerging from projects that combine real-world utility with strong early-stage entry opportunities. As innovation accelerates, investors are focusing…

Meta deploys employee tracking software to train AI models

Meta Platforms has started rolling out internal tracking software on devices used by its U.S.-based employees, gathering data such as mouse movements and keystrokes to support the training of artificial intelligence systems. According to reports, the rollout is part of…

Sui-Based Volo Protocol Hit by $3.5M Exploit, Freezes Vaults to Contain Damage

An attempt to bridge 19.6 WBTC away was intercepted and blocked by the protocol, thereby removing the assets from the attacker's control.

Dogecoin whales load $330Mn, is a break above $0.1018 next?

Dogecoin saw $330 million in whale buying as analysts tracked rising network activity and a key breakout level at $0.1018.

Coinbase shifts New York prediction markets fight to federal court

Coinbase legal chief Paul Grewal says the company removed New York’s prediction markets lawsuit to federal court, setting up a sharper fight over CFTC authority and state gambling laws.

Three reasons why Ethereum price could surge to $3,000 soon

Ethereum price rallied nearly 5% to reclaim the $2,400 mark on Wednesday amid a broader market rebound as crude oil prices fell. According to data from crypto.news, Ethereum (ETH) price rose 4.8% to $2,402 on April 22, extending its monthly…

Bitcoin tests $78,000 resistance as short-squeeze risks mount, altcoins rally

BTC hovers at key $78,000 level with $180 million liquidations at stake, while altcoins and memecoins surge as risk-on sentiment returns.

Uzbekistan opens state-backed crypto mining zone with tax breaks

Uzbekistan launched a supervised crypto mining zone in Karakalpakstan with tax breaks and rules requiring proceeds in local banks.

Bitcoin Bull Score hits six-month high as 2022 bear-market fears linger

Bitcoin price metrics saw a broad recovery in April, but analysis warns that the 2022 bear-market breakdown could still repeat.

Using AI for day trading: 6 best free AI bots for day traders (2026 guide)

AI day trading bots gain popularity as traders seek faster execution and better discipline. The rise of the AI day trading bot is changing how traders approach fast-moving markets. In 2026, more active traders are using AI tools to scan…

Another DeFi protocol hacked as Sui-based Volo hit by $3.5M exploit

Volo Protocol has confirmed a $3.5 million exploit affecting select vaults, adding that it has frozen assets and started fund recovery efforts amid ongoing investigation.

UK fintech Stratiphy restores access to tax-free crypto ETNs via IF ISAs

Stratiphy has introduced a new route for UK investors to regain tax-free exposure to crypto ETNs after recent rule changes limited access. According to the Financial Times, the fintech platform is offering crypto exchange-traded notes through Innovative Finance (IF) ISAs,…

Flight to safety: How Maker’s Spark and USDC are winning the $10 billion Aave breakup

Funds leaving Aave are splitting across safer lending, simpler ETH exposure and off-chain yield, with stablecoins acting as a temporary refuge.

Charles Hoskinson questions Bitcoin’s post-quantum security approach

Charles Hoskinson questioned Bitcoin’s post-quantum security choice, saying SPHINCS+ may protect the network but limit flexibility.

Uzbekistan creates state-backed crypto mining zone with tax breaks

Uzbekistan has created a supervised crypto mining zone in Karakalpakstan, allowing foreign sales while requiring proceeds to flow through local bank accounts.

Traders don’t see Kelp socializing losses after $292 million exploit

Polymarket prices low odds of a system-wide redistribution, as the protocol weighs how to handle an undercollateralized rsETH supply

Mozilla uses Anthropic AI to uncover 271 Firefox vulnerabilities in internal test

Firefox developer Mozilla revealed that an early version of Anthropic’s Claude Mythos AI identified 271 vulnerabilities in the Firefox browser during internal testing, all of which were patched this week. The findings point to how advanced AI systems are starting…

Bitcoin rally continues as Grayscale calls bull market

As Bitcoin price continues to march higher towards $80,000, Grayscale researchers believe the asset has likely already formed a market bottom and is entering the early phase of a new bull cycle. Bitcoin (BTC) price reached a 10-week high above…

Stratiphy reopens tax-free route to crypto ETNs for UK investors

Stratiphy is reopening a tax-free route to crypto ETNs in the UK after HMRC’s ISA rule change left retail investors with little practical access.

Bitcoin (BTC) Taps 11-Week High, This Popular Altcoin Soars by 22%: Market Watch

The last time BTC traded at these levels was in early February.

A make or break moment: why $79,200 could act as a launchpad or a ceiling for bitcoin

True Market Mean and Short-Term Holder cost basis form a critical $78.2K to $79.2K range that could define the next major move.

A $575 bet on a Shiba-themed token became $1.17 million in 5 days

An anonymous wallet bought 2.79 billion ASTEROID tokens for $575 on April 17 and exited Tuesday for 503 ETH, worth $1.17 million, in one of the year's cleanest memecoin trades.

David Schwartz defends Arbitrum freeze by citing Bitcoin’s 2010 rollback

David Schwartz defended Arbitrum’s ETH freeze after the KelpDAO exploit by comparing it to Bitcoin’s 2010 overflow rollback.

Crypto market update: Bitcoin rallies past $78K after ceasefire extension, liquidations jump

Bitcoin rose above $78,000 after Iran ceasefire extension, while crypto liquidations neared $460 million and market value topped $2.7T today.

AI floods crypto bug bounty programs with reports and false alarms

AI is driving more crypto bug bounty reports, but teams say low-quality and false-positive submissions are also rising fast.

35% of European investors would switch banks for crypto access: survey

European investors are starting to weigh crypto offerings when choosing banks, even as regulatory gaps and low awareness continue to slow adoption. A Börse Stuttgart Digital survey found that 35% of investors across Germany, Italy, Spain, and France would consider…

Another DeFi protocol loses millions in hack days after KelpDAO breach

Volo Protocol lost about $3.5 million from three vaults holding WBTC, XAUm, and USDC.

Umbra shuts front end after hackers move stolen funds through protocol

Umbra took its front end offline after about $800,000 in stolen funds moved through the protocol during ongoing recovery efforts.

AI drives surge in ‘bug bounty’ reports, but ‘slop’ is rising too

HackerOne, one of the largest bug bounty platforms in the world, reported there were 85,000 valid bounty submissions in 2025, up 7% from the previous year.

Bitcoin Rockets Above $78K After News From the Middle East, Liquidations Approach $500 Million

The market's resurgence resulted in almost 110,000 traders being liquidated in the past 24 hours alone.

Bitcoin's 'Coinbase premium' just posted its longest bullish streak since October's record high of $126,000

Bitcoin's Coinbase premium has been positive for 14 straight days, the longest bullish streak since BTC hit its all time high of $126,000 in October.

Privacy protocol Umbra shuts front end to stifle Kelp exploiters

Umbra has shut down its front end to stop hackers, but says it can’t stop the use of its smart contracts or another version of its open-source front end.

US law firm apologizes after AI hallucinations made it to legal filing

Sullivan & Cromwell’s Andrew Dietderich said the company has AI policies to prevent incorrect citations and other errors, but procedures weren’t followed on this occasion.

This $1 XRP Price Prediction Is Wrong: Here’s Why (Opinion)

A recent article on a popular financial financial blog predicted that XRP will fall below $1 in five years. Here's why it's wrong.

Coinbase highlights Algorand, Aptos' work to mitigate quantum threat

Coinbase’s quantum advisory board says quantum computing isn’t yet a threat, but has urged for upgrade work to begin, with some blockchains being less prepared than others.

New York Sues Coinbase and Gemini Over Prediction Markets

New York AG filed a lawsuit against prediction markets operated by Coinbase and Gemini.

Ethereum Price Prediction: $2,500 Seems Imminent as ETH Gains 14% Monthly

Ethereum is trading around $ 2,350 and is at a pivotal moment that will likely define its trajectory in the weeks ahead. The asset has spent the better part of April building a case for a genuine bullish reversal, and while that is not yet closed, the evidence on multiple timeframes is quietly accumulating in […]

Ripple Price Prediction: XRP Stuck in a Range, $1.20 or $2 Next?

While Bitcoin presses against recent months’ highs and Ethereum builds a case for a bullish breakout, XRP continues to tell a different story. Trading around $1.44, the altcoin has largely failed to participate in the broader market recovery. This divergence has become one of the defining characteristics of this correction cycle and shows little sign […]

dYdX and Crypto Platforms in Hot Water as Philippine SEC Issues Major Investor Alert

Crypto platform dYdX declared unregistered by the Philippine SEC, with strict warning against investment solicitation and potential criminal liability for promoters.

“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.

Bitcoin Inflows to Deposit Wallets Spike to Bear Market Levels, Raising Exhaustion Fears

Right now, even minor price moves are enough to flip sentiment from fear to optimism without changing broader short-term trends.

This Ripple (XRP) Indicator Turns Bullish After Months: Is a Massive Breakout Coming?

An interesting indicator, which has been mostly bearish for the past few months has finally flashed the green light, suggest more gains might be ahead.

Arbitrum Freezes $70 Million in ETH Linked to KelpDAO Exploit in Emergency Security Move

Arbitrum's Security Council froze exploiter-held ETH after coordinating with law enforcement.

Whales Circle AAVE Amid Chaos: Is This Another Market Bottom Signal?

Extreme fear surrounds AAVE after exploit-driven outflows, but whale order clusters historically linked to market bottoms are reappearing.

Important Announcement Concerning All Pi Network (PI) Users

Pi Network will be heavily involved at Consensus 2026: check out how.

Vantage Introduces an Enhanced App with a Seamless All-in-One Trading Experience

Port Vila, Vanuatu, 21st April 2026, Chainwire

Bitcoin (BTC) Reclaims $76K as Stellar (XLM) Jumps by 7%: Market Watch

Most of the top 100 cryptocurrencies have charted some gains over the last day, yet Pi Network (PI) is once again among the losers.

Altcoin Bloodbath Incoming? Trader Bets $1M on Sector Collapse to 2020 Prices

The trader likened the current altcoin market to penny stocks, except in this case spread across tens of thousands of tokens.

Ripple (XRP) News Today: April 21

New partnership, whale activity, and more: here are the most interesting and latest developments surrounding Ripple's ecosystem.

Polymarket Eyes $400M Raise at $15B Valuation Amid Surging Prediction Market Demand: Report

Polymarket's latest funding talks could push its valuation to $15 billion.

Top Dogecoin (DOGE) Price Predictions as of Late

The meme coin looks “so primed for a big move," one analyst argued.

$1.4B Flows Into Crypto Funds in Biggest Weekly Total Since Early Year

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DeFi TVL Plummets Across Top Chains After KelpDAO Hack

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Toobit Launches April $150K Copy Trading Campaign with New Streak Rewards

Running from April 17 to May 8, 2026, the campaign supports both followers and experienced Lead Traders. This month features a record 15 USDT entry bonus for registration, the highest starting incentive in the series to date. Deeper Dive in April’s Challenge The April challenge departs from randomized lucky draws to focus on streak-building. Participants […]

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Unicoin Foundation Debuts, Aligning Social Impact with the Future of Responsible Crypto

[PRESS RELEASE – Sam, United States, April 20th, 2026] A new education-first model to accelerate responsible crypto adoption, entrepreneurship, and access to the digital economy. Unicoin Foundation will advance ‘Crypto for Good’ and expand ‘Global Financial Inclusion.’ Unicoin Inc. today announced the official launch of the Unicoin Foundation, a mission-driven organization dedicated to leveraging blockchain […]

Bitcoin Price Analysis: Quiet Market Shift Signals Major Recovery for BTC

Things have been quietly shifting in Bitcoin’s market structure over the past two weeks. After spending the better part of Q1 2026 in a relentless grind lower, BTC is now trading around $75.2k, above the upper boundary of the descending channel and at the $75k–$80k key resistance band. The question is no longer whether a […]

Strategy Makes Biggest Bitcoin Purchase in Years as Total Stash Exceeds 815,000 BTC

The last time the company spent so much money at once was just after the 2024 US presidential elections.

DeFiLlama Co-Founder Suggests 3 Paths to Resolve $293M KelpDAO Hack Fallout

If losses are spread across KelpDAO users, that's an 18.5% haircut, leaving a $76M gap that Aave can cover by selling assets or taking debt.

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