Bitcoin bounces to $72.5K as markets react to US Strait of Hormuz blockade
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Bitcoin rallied to $72,500 as US stocks reacted to US efforts to blockade the Strait of Hormuz. Despite the rebound, BTC traders warned that a price correction remains a risk.
Bitcoin rallied to $72,500 as US stocks reacted to US efforts to blockade the Strait of Hormuz. Despite the rebound, BTC traders warned that a price correction remains a risk.
Keywords: Markets
Authors: William Suberg ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-13 16:47:42
Authors: William Suberg ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-13 16:47:42
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Strategy buys 13,927 Bitcoin for $1B, holdings near 800,000 BTC
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Michael Saylor’s Strategy acquired 13,927 Bitcoin for $1 billion last week, funding the purchase through STRC share sales, lifting the company’s holdings to 780,897 BTC.
Michael Saylor’s Strategy acquired 13,927 Bitcoin for $1 billion last week, funding the purchase through STRC share sales, lifting the company’s holdings to 780,897 BTC.
Keywords: Latest News
Authors: Helen Partz ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-13 13:00:53
Authors: Helen Partz ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-13 13:00:53
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Crypto ETPs see $1.1B inflows, strongest gains since January
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Crypto ETPs recorded $1.1 billion in inflows last week, led by Bitcoin and US spot ETFs, as easing US inflation data and geopolitical tensions supported demand.
Crypto ETPs recorded $1.1 billion in inflows last week, led by Bitcoin and US spot ETFs, as easing US inflation data and geopolitical tensions supported demand.
Keywords: Latest News
Authors: Helen Partz ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-13 11:06:51
Authors: Helen Partz ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-13 11:06:51
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Restrained Risk-Off
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The collapse of US-Iran negotiations and the US threat to blockage Iranian ports presents an escalation in the conflict that the market’s did not anticipate. Equities and bonds are lower, and the dollar is mostly firmer. However, so far, the moves appear restrained. Iranian oil has largely [...]
The collapse of US-Iran negotiations and the US threat to blockage Iranian ports presents an escalation in the conflict that the market’s did not anticipate. Equities and bonds are lower, and the dollar is mostly firmer. However, so far, the moves appear restrained. Iranian oil has largely [...]
Keywords: Currency Movement
Authors: Marc Chandler ( top authors )
Source: Marc to Market ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-13 10:43:00
Authors: Marc Chandler ( top authors )
Source: Marc to Market ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-13 10:43:00
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Banks, corporates in Europe ‘actively selecting partners’ for stablecoin push
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Stablecoin adoption in Europe is shifting from strategy to execution, with demand increasingly driven by real-world needs.
Stablecoin adoption in Europe is shifting from strategy to execution, with demand increasingly driven by real-world needs.
Keywords: Latest News
Authors: Amin Haqshanas ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-12 12:46:49
Authors: Amin Haqshanas ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-12 12:46:49
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Bitcoin quantum-safe without upgrade? CZ’s 2031 crypto vision: Hodler’s Digest, April 5 – 11
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A Bitcoin researcher proposes a fix to quantum computing fears, CZ outlines his 2031 crypto vision: Hodler’s Digest
A Bitcoin researcher proposes a fix to quantum computing fears, CZ outlines his 2031 crypto vision: Hodler’s Digest
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Bitcoin price analysis sees new short squeeze as open interest nears $25B
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Bitcoin open interest hit five-week highs while funding rates mimicked the BTC price collapse below $60,000, leading analysis to predict a new short squeeze.
Bitcoin open interest hit five-week highs while funding rates mimicked the BTC price collapse below $60,000, leading analysis to predict a new short squeeze.
Keywords: Markets
Authors: William Suberg ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-11 18:28:22
Authors: William Suberg ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-11 18:28:22
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Reality of AI’s impact on employment clashes with C-suite optimism
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While some proponents believe AI will bring about an employment boom, so far its effect has been to dampen entry-level hiring while delivering mixed results on productivity.
While some proponents believe AI will bring about an employment boom, so far its effect has been to dampen entry-level hiring while delivering mixed results on productivity.
Keywords: Features
Authors: Aaron Wood ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-11 13:00:00
Authors: Aaron Wood ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-11 13:00:00
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Week Ahead: Hope Springs Eternal
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Hope that the ceasefire will lead to the end of the Middle East war fanned risk appetites in recent days. Equities rallied broadly. May WTI and June Brent fell by nearly 11.5%. The dollar fell against all the G10 currencies, the Antipodeans and Scandis, which seem the most sensitive to growth [...]
Hope that the ceasefire will lead to the end of the Middle East war fanned risk appetites in recent days. Equities rallied broadly. May WTI and June Brent fell by nearly 11.5%. The dollar fell against all the G10 currencies, the Antipodeans and Scandis, which seem the most sensitive to growth [...]
Keywords: Macro, Prices
Authors: Marc Chandler ( top authors )
Source: Marc to Market ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-11 11:15:00
Authors: Marc Chandler ( top authors )
Source: Marc to Market ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-11 11:15:00
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Trump-linked WLFI hits new low as token-backed loan triggers concern
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WLFI fell to a record low after it was revealed that the project used billions of its own tokens as collateral to borrow $75 million in stablecoins.
WLFI fell to a record low after it was revealed that the project used billions of its own tokens as collateral to borrow $75 million in stablecoins.
Keywords: Latest News
Authors: Amin Haqshanas ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-11 09:30:48
Authors: Amin Haqshanas ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-11 09:30:48
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Bitcoin traders set $88K target as market bias finally tilts toward bulls
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Bitcoin holding above $72,000, along with a sharp uptick in whale activity, suggests traders may target the supply zone at $88,000.
Bitcoin holding above $72,000, along with a sharp uptick in whale activity, suggests traders may target the supply zone at $88,000.
Keywords: Market Analysis
Authors: Biraajmaan Tamuly ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-10 16:47:01
Authors: Biraajmaan Tamuly ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-10 16:47:01
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G10 Currency Consolidation Looks Constructive, but the Weekend Poses Risks
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The dollar is mixed against the G10 currencies today, ahead of the March US CPI report. The dollar bloc and the Japanese yen are struggling. However, the tone is mostly consolidative. Equities were higher in the Asia Pacific region, with a few exceptions, and in Europe. Bond yields are firmer. [...]
The dollar is mixed against the G10 currencies today, ahead of the March US CPI report. The dollar bloc and the Japanese yen are struggling. However, the tone is mostly consolidative. Equities were higher in the Asia Pacific region, with a few exceptions, and in Europe. Bond yields are firmer. [...]
Keywords: Currency Movement
Authors: Marc Chandler ( top authors )
Source: Marc to Market ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-10 10:49:00
Authors: Marc Chandler ( top authors )
Source: Marc to Market ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-10 10:49:00
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Hong Kong grants first stablecoin licenses to Anchorpoint and HSBC
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Hong Kong has issued its first stablecoin issuer licenses, approving Anchorpoint Financial and HSBC’s Hong Kong banking arm under its new regime.
Hong Kong has issued its first stablecoin issuer licenses, approving Anchorpoint Financial and HSBC’s Hong Kong banking arm under its new regime.
Keywords: Latest News
Authors: Ezra Reguerra ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-10 09:36:01
Authors: Ezra Reguerra ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-10 09:36:01
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Checkpoint #9: Apr 2026
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Ethereum's All Core Developer calls can be a lot to keep up with, so this "Checkpoint" series aims for periodic high-level updates, depending on what's happening in core development. See the previous update here. !image...
Ethereum's All Core Developer calls can be a lot to keep up with, so this "Checkpoint" series aims for periodic high-level updates, depending on what's happening in core development. See the previous update here. !image...
Keywords: Research & Development
Source: Ethereum Foundation Blog ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-10 00:00:00
Source: Ethereum Foundation Blog ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-10 00:00:00
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What 2026 Signals for the Future of Cross-Border Finance
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Stablecoin volume hit $33 trillion in 2025 and regulatory clarity is here. See why the settlement infrastructure you choose now defines your competitive position for the next decade.
Stablecoin volume hit $33 trillion in 2025 and regulatory clarity is here. See why the settlement infrastructure you choose now defines your competitive position for the next decade.
Source: Polygon Blog — Payments, Stablecoins & Blockchain Infrastructure Insights ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-10 00:00:00
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UK-led Operation Atlantic freezes $12M in crypto scam proceeds
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Operation Atlantic, a joint US, UK and Canadian operation, froze more than $12 million tied to crypto approval phishing and identified over 20,000 victims.
Operation Atlantic, a joint US, UK and Canadian operation, froze more than $12 million tied to crypto approval phishing and identified over 20,000 victims.
Keywords: Latest News
Authors: Helen Partz ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-09 14:49:52
Authors: Helen Partz ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-09 14:49:52
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Anger grows over Polymarket bets on Iran war: ‘Dystopian death market’
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Anger is growing over prediction market bets on the Iran war that critics say exploit human misery for financial gain.
Anger is growing over prediction market bets on the Iran war that critics say exploit human misery for financial gain.
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North Korean cyber spies are no longer just remote threats
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North Korea’s crypto playbook now spans fake developers, conference contacts and major DeFi exploits reaching deep across the industry.
North Korea’s crypto playbook now spans fake developers, conference contacts and major DeFi exploits reaching deep across the industry.
Keywords: Features
Authors: Yohan Yun ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-09 13:05:36
Authors: Yohan Yun ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-09 13:05:36
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Bitcoin analysts say this must happen for BTC price to ‘continue rising’
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Bitcoin needs to regain momentum with higher trading volumes for BTC to reclaim $80,000 as support and sustain the recovery.
Bitcoin needs to regain momentum with higher trading volumes for BTC to reclaim $80,000 as support and sustain the recovery.
Keywords: Market Analysis
Authors: Nancy Lubale ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-09 10:46:35
Authors: Nancy Lubale ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-09 10:46:35
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Rough Start to Ceasefire Curbs Yesterday's Enthusiasm
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It seemed clear that yesterday’s euphoric reaction to the two-week ceasefire was exaggerated. Ceasefires often have been plagued with disputes and violations at the start. This one is no different. At the same time, Israel’s action in Lebanon complicates the situation and there is some dispute [...]
It seemed clear that yesterday’s euphoric reaction to the two-week ceasefire was exaggerated. Ceasefires often have been plagued with disputes and violations at the start. This one is no different. At the same time, Israel’s action in Lebanon complicates the situation and there is some dispute [...]
Keywords: Currency Movement
Authors: Marc Chandler ( top authors )
Source: Marc to Market ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-09 10:46:00
Authors: Marc Chandler ( top authors )
Source: Marc to Market ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-09 10:46:00
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Counterhacker exposes DPRK unit that made $1M a month working IT jobs
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The North Korean IT workers coordinated crypto payments through a server using a shared, easy-to-guess password “123456.”
The North Korean IT workers coordinated crypto payments through a server using a shared, easy-to-guess password “123456.”
Keywords: Latest News
Authors: Brayden Lindrea ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-09 02:52:01
Authors: Brayden Lindrea ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-09 02:52:01
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Orobo & IOTA: Trusted Product Data for Trade
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Orobo provides compliance-grade infrastructure for issuing and verifying Digital Product Passports across borders. Built on IOTA, it creates
Orobo provides compliance-grade infrastructure for issuing and verifying Digital Product Passports across borders. Built on IOTA, it creates
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Bitcoin demand returns, giving bulls fuel to turn $72K to support
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Bitcoin buy-side activity in the spot and futures markets supports the current rally toward $72,000, while short-term holders eased up on selling, increasing the chances of bulls taking control of BTC's price direction.
Bitcoin buy-side activity in the spot and futures markets supports the current rally toward $72,000, while short-term holders eased up on selling, increasing the chances of bulls taking control of BTC's price direction.
Keywords: Market Analysis
Authors: Biraajmaan Tamuly ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-08 17:43:06
Authors: Biraajmaan Tamuly ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-08 17:43:06
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Instant settlement strains crypto’s capital efficiency: Ethan Buchman
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Crypto trades settle instantly, but at the cost of capital efficiency. This forces firms to overcollateralize and limits how far markets can scale, says Cosmos co-founder Ethan Buchman.
Crypto trades settle instantly, but at the cost of capital efficiency. This forces firms to overcollateralize and limits how far markets can scale, says Cosmos co-founder Ethan Buchman.
Keywords: Features
Authors: Yohan Yun ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-08 13:40:10
Authors: Yohan Yun ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-08 13:40:10
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Stablecoin yields won’t harm banks, White House economists say
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White House economists say banning stablecoin yield would add little to bank lending while imposing significant costs on users.
White House economists say banning stablecoin yield would add little to bank lending while imposing significant costs on users.
Keywords: Latest News
Authors: Amin Haqshanas ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-08 12:29:20
Authors: Amin Haqshanas ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-08 12:29:20
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