Jack Mallers' Twenty One Capital surges after majority holder Tether proposes 3-way merger
April 29, 2026 | coindesk.com
Tether has moved to combine bitcoin treasury, mining, and financial services under one roof.

Bitcoin falls to $75,000 as Fed holds rates steady in divided vote
April 29, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
The Fed's rate decision highlights macroeconomic uncertainty, dampening Bitcoin's short-term rally prospects amid geopolitical tensions.

Alphabet cloud revenue hits $20B, Nvidia odds barely shift
April 29, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
Alphabet's cloud growth highlights its potential market influence, yet NVIDIA's dominance remains largely unchallenged in the short term.

James Comey indictment prompts arrest speculation amid market certainty
April 29, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
The indictment's market impact highlights the influence of legal proceedings on financial speculation and procedural expectations.

Iran closes Strait of Hormuz, threatens action if provoked
April 29, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
The closure heightens geopolitical tensions, potentially disrupting global oil markets and increasing the risk of military conflict.

Bennett unveils plan to replace Netanyahu with new alliance by June 30
April 29, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
Bennett's plan highlights potential political instability, with market skepticism indicating challenges in shifting leadership dynamics swiftly.

Amazon stock drops 6% despite Q1 earnings beat; Nvidia eyes top market cap spot
April 29, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
Amazon's stock decline highlights investor concerns over its strategies, potentially easing NVIDIA's path to becoming the market cap leader.

Amazon Q1 EPS beats estimates, net sales reach $181.5B
April 29, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
Amazon's strong earnings could challenge NVIDIA's market cap dominance, influencing trader sentiment and future market dynamics.

Amazon Q1 earnings beat raises questions on Nvidia’s market cap lead
April 29, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
Amazon's earnings beat could challenge Nvidia's market cap dominance, signaling potential shifts in tech sector leadership dynamics.

Bitcoin Sees Declining Short-Term Activity Amid Gradual Upside Momentum
April 29, 2026 | bitcoinist.com
Bitcoin may have pulled back briefly after days of upward action, but its price is still holding firm above the pivotal $77,000 mark backed by growing bullish sentiment across…

US taxpayers have spent $25 billion on the Iran war so far
April 29, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
US taxpayers are now staring at a $25 billion bill from the Trump-Israel war in Iran, while the Hormuz standoff keeps oil, gas, and shipping markets under pressure.

Rahul Chhabra: Ownership drives community success, activating the top 1% can transform startups, and non-invasive BCIs are revolutionizing brain imaging | TWIST
April 29, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
Non-invasive brain-computer interfaces revolutionize thought-to-text translation, opening new frontiers in communication technology.

Big Tech AI Capex Tops $650 Billion as Q1 Earnings Beats Pressure Bitcoin Risk Trade
April 29, 2026 | beincrypto.com
Big Tech Q1 earnings beat estimates, but Meta's $145B capex hike and AI spending fears weighed on stocks and crypto sentiment.

Powell to remain Fed governor despite Trump’s ‘unprecedented’ criticism
April 29, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
Powell's decision to remain could stabilize market expectations, but potential future events may still influence his tenure's trajectory.

Big Tech's multi-billion dollar AI bets are still on track as Mag 7 giants report earnings
April 29, 2026 | coindesk.com
The four Mag 7 giants reported quarterly results on Wednesday, showing that they are still on track to spend multi-billion on AI.

Iran threatens to capture US soldiers, sink ships amid deadlock
April 29, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
Heightened tensions and threats from Iran could escalate military conflict, complicating diplomatic efforts and impacting global markets.

Tuesday’s Cascade Shows Why AI Is Not Crypto’s Real Problem As DeFi Drains Pile Up
April 29, 2026 | beincrypto.com
Bloomberg's Seyffart says crypto's real problem is hacks, not AI, after Sweat Economy and others drain on Tuesday.

RealOpen and TRON verify $9.4M in USDT for crypto-enabled real estate purchases
April 29, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
RealOpen, the leading platform for buying real estate with crypto, today announced the conclusion of its collaborative "Fast Moves, Fast Payments" Holiday Campaign with…

Eurozone confidence hits low as Bitcoin market remains steady above $68K
April 29, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
Eurozone's economic woes may heighten global recession risks, while Bitcoin's stability suggests a decoupling from traditional markets.

Trump discusses Ukraine ceasefire with Putin in phone call
April 29, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
The call highlights the complexities of diplomatic negotiations, with markets reflecting skepticism about immediate conflict resolution.

Fed rate hike odds rise amid memory shortage, energy disruptions
April 29, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
Rising rate hike odds reflect heightened economic uncertainty, potentially impacting investment strategies and consumer borrowing costs.

Bain & Company backs $320B stablecoin sector to rewire wholesale banking
April 29, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
A new report from the global consulting firm Bain & Company, one-third of the big three consulting firms with McKinsey & Company and Boston Consulting Group (BCG), has…

Iran offers combat insights to SCO allies, impacting US-Iran ceasefire outlook
April 29, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
Iran's military alignment with SCO allies diminishes prospects for US-Iran diplomacy, increasing skepticism about near-term ceasefire.

Iran threatens retaliation for Khamenei’s killing amid leadership instability
April 29, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
Iran's leadership instability and threats of retaliation could heighten regional tensions, impacting global markets and geopolitical dynamics.

Meta shares fell 7% after hours despite beating revenue estimates
April 29, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Meta (META) shares dropped 7% in extended trading Wednesday after the company beat Wall Street’s revenue target but still gave investors two things they did not like: weaker user…

Robinhood Posts $1.07B Q1 Revenue as 47% Crypto Drop Shifts Focus to Equities
April 29, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
Robinhood posted solid first-quarter growth, with revenue up 15% year over year, even as crypto trading income fell sharply.

Powell defends Fed autonomy amid political pressure for rate cuts
April 29, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
Powell's stance reinforces the Fed's commitment to data-driven decisions, potentially stabilizing markets amid political and geopolitical tensions.

Reiner Pope: Batch size dramatically impacts AI latency and cost, kv cache is key for autoregressive models, and efficient inference can save resources | Dwarkesh
April 29, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
Efficient batching in AI models can slash costs and boost performance by up to a thousand times.

Microsoft reports $82.9 billion in revenue, beating the $81.39 billion estimate
April 29, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT) reported $82.9 billion in fiscal third-quarter revenue, beating Wall Street’s estimate as Azure growth reached 40% and the company’s AI business kept…

Turkey eyes demining role in Strait of Hormuz amid Iran-US peace talks
April 29, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
Turkey's demining role could signal broader regional cooperation, potentially easing tensions and impacting future geopolitical dynamics.

Bitcoin ETFs see $823M inflows led by BlackRock’s IBIT amid US-Iran tensions
April 29, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
Institutional interest in Bitcoin ETFs suggests potential for market growth, but geopolitical tensions and low trading volumes may hinder price surges.

Alphabet reported $109.9 billion in Q1 revenue, beating the $107.2 billion estimate
April 29, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Alphabet (NASDAQ: GOOGL, GOOG) reported $109.9 billion in first-quarter revenue after the bell Wednesday, beating the $107.2 billion expected by analysts polled by LSEG.

Sui (SUI) Price Prediction: 89% Correction Completed—Could This Mark the Start of a New Bull Cycle?
April 29, 2026 | bravenewcoin.com
The price of SUI is stabilizing near the $0.90–$0.93 range, drawing renewed attention from traders after an extended correction phase.

Steve Hou: The AI bubble is rapidly adopted and could eclipse the crypto bubble, traditional knowledge may lose market value, and AI is transforming investment cycles | Forward Guidance
April 29, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
AI's rapid adoption and utility could drive an investment cycle surpassing the crypto bubble's magnitude.

Zcash (ZEC) Price Prediction: Rounded Bottom Breakout Setup Signals Potential Move Towards $400+
April 29, 2026 | bravenewcoin.com
ZEC is testing a key breakout zone after forming a rounded bottom, with price holding above strong support as traders watch for a potential move towards $400+.

IDF destroys Hezbollah rocket launcher in civilian building, escalating conflict
April 29, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
The destruction of military assets in civilian areas suggests escalating tensions, reducing the likelihood of a near-term ceasefire agreement.

Ethereum Name Service price prediction 2026-2032: Is ENS a good investment?
April 29, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Key takeaways: The Ethereum Name Service is a network that enables crypto enthusiasts to rename their cryptocurrency addresses into something simpler, making them easier to…

Dogecoin (DOGE) Price Prediction: 6% Rally Lifts DOGE to $0.1058 as Breakout Toward $0.15 Looms
April 29, 2026 | bravenewcoin.com
Dogecoin has returned to the spotlight after a sharp intraday rebound, with the dogecoin price climbing to around $0.1058.

Kevin Warsh to become FOMC Chair as Powell stays on as Fed Governor
April 29, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
Warsh's FOMC leadership may delay rate cuts, linking monetary policy more closely to geopolitical energy and tariff developments.

Avalanche (AVAX) Price Prediction: AVAX Holds $9 Support as ETF Inflows Rise and $10.50 Breakout Comes Into Focus
April 29, 2026 | bravenewcoin.com
Avalanche (AVAX) is holding firm near key $9 support as ETF inflows and accumulation signals build, placing price at a critical juncture ahead of its next directional move.

Celsius founder Alex Mashinsky has been hit with a $4.7 billion penalty
April 29, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
U.S.

Analyst Says High XRP Price Targets Are Dangerous, Here’s Why
April 29, 2026 | bitcoinist.com
XRP has never lacked ambitious price forecasts, but a warning from crypto analyst ChartNerd is aimed at the extreme end of that optimism.

Stable Sea integrates WisdomTree tokenized Treasury fund for corporate cash management
April 29, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
Businesses can now allocate idle cash to a government-backed fund via Stable Sea, as tokenized Treasury products gain traction in corporate finance.

Gold Price Analysis: Bearish Structure Holds as Traders Eye Key Zones
April 29, 2026 | bravenewcoin.com
Market views on X in the latest reports on gold remained bearish as several traders noted a bearish set-up on the 4-hour and daily charts.

Eric Trump says bitcoin in its 'greatest period ever' as Wall Street falls in line
April 29, 2026 | coindesk.com
Speaking at Bitcoin Las Vegas 2026, the American Bitcoin co-founder declared the last six months a turning point.

Bitcoin Swings $2,800 as Traders Dump at $77,882 Peak, Pushing Price Toward $75,100
April 29, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
On April 29, bitcoin experienced significant price swings, peaking at $77,882 before retreating to $75,100.

Trump hints at further action against Iran after military strikes
April 29, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
Trump's rhetoric heightens geopolitical tensions, increasing market speculation on potential US-Iran conflict, impacting diplomatic efforts.

Paul Tudor Jones: Bitcoin’s value is rising amid dollar decline, predicting $200,000 to $300,000 by year-end, and DeFi faces increasing risks | The Wolf Of All Streets
April 29, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
Bitcoin's potential to hit $300,000 challenges gold as the ultimate inflation hedge amid market shifts.

Price predictions 4/29: BTC, ETH, XRP, BNB, SOL, DOGE, HYPE, ADA, BCH, XMR
April 29, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
Bitcoin’s sell-off accelerated leading into this week’s FOMC, but charts highlight some positives for BTC and altcoins.

Celsius Founder Alex Mashinsky Banned From Crypto Industry in $10 Million FTC Settlement
April 29, 2026 | decrypt.co
The settlement represents a massive reduction from an initial $4.7 billion judgment against the Celsius founder.

This AI Was Trained Only on Pre-1930 Text. We Asked It About Hitler, Stocks, and the Future
April 29, 2026 | decrypt.co
Talkie-1930 is a 13-billion-parameter model that has never heard of the internet, World War II, or modern politics.

Everyone is watching America’s crypto boom but Israel and Pakistan may be showing what comes next
April 29, 2026 | cryptoslate.com
This month, Israel and Pakistan supplied a quieter test for crypto than the one playing out in US capital markets.

Unprecedented US, China, Dubai Crypto Scam Crackdown Nets 276 Arrests
April 29, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
At least 276 people were arrested in a global cryptocurrency scam crackdown that dismantled nine alleged fraud centers targeting Americans.

Powell to Stay on Fed Board as Governor, Blocking Trump’s Path to Majority
April 29, 2026 | beincrypto.com
Powell will remain a Fed Governor after May 15, blocking Trump from a fourth Board seat and faster rate cuts.

Top 3 Meme Coins to Watch in May 2026
April 29, 2026 | beincrypto.com
DOGE, PENGU, and SkyAI lead the meme coin rally into May 2026.

Stripe partners with Google to bring AI shopping into Gemini and AI Mode
April 29, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
Stripe partners with Google to bring AI shopping into Gemini and AI Mode as it unveils 288 products for agents and AI payments.

Iran security council unifies on war decisions, reinforcing regime stability
April 29, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
Iran's unified security council decisions bolster regime stability, reducing the likelihood of political upheaval and market volatility.

Fed signals elevated inflation, no rate cuts expected in 2026 amid energy price rise
April 29, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
Persistent inflation and geopolitical tensions may necessitate a reevaluation of monetary policy expectations, impacting economic stability.

Fed chair Jerome Powell says he will stay on as Govenor after term amid legal pressure
April 29, 2026 | coindesk.com
During a press conference following the Fed's interest rate decision, Powell said ongoing scrutiny and political tension forced him to stay, despite his plans to step down.

Fed meeting sees highest dissent since 1992, no rate cut expected
April 29, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
The unprecedented FOMC dissent signals potential for abrupt policy shifts, impacting market stability and economic forecasting.

Tech giant Meta starts paying some creators in stablecoin with Stripe's support
April 29, 2026 | coindesk.com
The tech giant is first offering the feature to select creators in Colombia and the Philippines.

Fed holds rates at 3.50-3.7% amid Middle East uncertainty
April 29, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
The Fed's cautious stance amid geopolitical tensions highlights the complexity of balancing inflation control with economic stability.

Fed holds rates steady at Powell’s final meeting as chairman
April 29, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
The Fed's steady rate decision underscores a focus on inflation and labor data, with future policy shifts hinging on Powell's successor.

Ukraine inks defense deals with Germany, Norway, Netherlands amid conflict
April 29, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
The defense deals suggest Ukraine is preparing for prolonged conflict, impacting market perceptions of a near-term ceasefire resolution.

Trader Loses $150,000 on Scam Altman Token After Elon Musk’s Tweet
April 29, 2026 | beincrypto.com
A Solana wallet lost $150,000 on Scam Altman after the meme coin crashed 95% during the Musk and Altman OpenAI trial.

Kustodia launches smart contract escrow for LATAM's $600m fraud crisis
April 29, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
Mexico's first peso-denominated blockchain escrow goes live on SPEI for high-value P2P transactions.

Putin backs Iran, complicates US ceasefire hopes amid low market odds
April 29, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
Putin's support for Iran undermines US diplomatic efforts, reducing ceasefire prospects and highlighting Russia's strategic influence.

Iran proposes reopening Strait of Hormuz to US, excludes nuclear terms
April 29, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
Iran's proposal may ease geopolitical tensions but lacks comprehensive resolution, impacting global oil markets and diplomatic dynamics.

Israeli president mediates in Netanyahu trial, potential political exit deal
April 29, 2026 | cryptobriefing.com
The mediation could reshape Israeli politics by potentially ending Netanyahu's long-standing influence, impacting future leadership dynamics.

Warsh clears Senate hurdle, moves closer to Fed chair as crypto impact looms
April 29, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
The U.S.

DeepSeek adds image and video recognition to its main chatbot
April 29, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
A Chinese artificial intelligence company has added image and video recognition to its main chatbot.

Visa Scales Stablecoin Rails to Nine Networks as Partners Cite Real-World Demand
April 29, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
Visa announced April 29 that its global stablecoin settlement pilot has reached a $7 billion annualized run rate, up 50% quarter over quarter, and now supports nine blockchains…

Bitcoin falls as traders cut risk ahead of FOMC: Will TradFi, spot ETF volumes bolster $70K support?
April 29, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
Bitcoin price volatility tends to spike before and after the FOMC, a pattern that is playing out this week.

KuCoin EU hires new AML chief after Austria ban on new business under MiCA
April 29, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
KuCoin EU hires a new AML chief and deputies in Vienna weeks after Austria’s regulator banned the MiCA‑licensed exchange from taking on new business over compliance gaps.

White House Weighs Reinstating Anthropic for Federal Use Amid Pentagon Fight: Report
April 29, 2026 | decrypt.co
Trump officials reportedly drafted guidance to help agencies access Anthropic’s AI, including Claude Mythos, despite Pentagon restrictions.

XRP Stopped Rewarding Risk In March, But Started Again In April. Discover If the Shift Is Real
April 29, 2026 | bitcoinist.com
XRP is holding above $1.40 as the market approaches what feels like a defining moment — a price level that has served as both support and resistance through weeks of…

JPMorgan hires former Goldman Sachs exec for Kinexys. Here is why he believes tokenization is only half the battle
April 29, 2026 | coindesk.com
JPMorgan’s new crypto head Oliver Harris has previously warned that tokenizing assets isn't a magic fix for liquidity, but believes the technology is finally ready to "rip out"…

The ‘tokenization of everything’ is no longer a theory
April 29, 2026 | coindesk.com
Wall Street is moving in. Washington has changed sides.

Bitcoin, Ethereum Dip as Fed Holds Rates Steady for Third Straight Time
April 29, 2026 | decrypt.co
Wednesday's FOMC meeting was expected to be Jerome Powell’s last as Federal Reserve chair.

Bitcoin Falls As FOMC Signals Inflation Is Back, Holds Rates Steady
April 29, 2026 | beincrypto.com
The Federal Reserve delivered a widely expected pause on interest rates Wednesday, holding the federal funds rate at 3.50%–3.75%.

Federal Reserve Holds Interest Rates Steady at 3.5–3.75%
April 29, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
The Federal Reserve held its benchmark interest rate unchanged on Wednesday, with the Federal Open Market Committee voting to keep the federal funds rate in a target range of…

Robinhood’s $1B quarter hides bigger shift — prediction markets, not crypto, now driving growth
April 29, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
Robinhood reported $1.07B in Q1 revenue, but falling crypto income and rising prediction market activity point to a deeper shift in its business model.

U.S. senator holding cards on Clarity Act's next move says it's ready to get to hearing
April 29, 2026 | coindesk.com
Senator Thom Tillis was at the center of the legislative negotiations over stablecoin yield that have delayed the market structure bill, but he said it's time to go.

‘We increased BTC stash by 58%’- Eric Trump rejects Forbes’ $500mln investor-loss claim
April 29, 2026 | ambcrypto.com
American Bitcoin firm has ramped up Bitcoin mining operations and currently owns 7,000 BTC.

Realmint launches to give retail investors a smarter way into RWAs
April 29, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
Realmint officially launches today, opening doors for retail investors to access RWAs through a smarter, data-driven platform.

Fed leaves rates unchanged at Jerome Powell's final meeting as chairman
April 29, 2026 | coindesk.com
The U.S.

Most crypto investors believe Bitcoin is undervalued: Coinbase survey
April 29, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
Coinbase survey results and onchain data suggest that Bitcoin is undervalued and at the tail end of its bear market phase.

ChartsGPT Launches as AI Trading Assistant Focused on Crypto Markets
April 29, 2026 | cryptodaily.co.uk
A new entrant is stepping into the increasingly crowded AI-for-trading market — and it is drawing attention for a mix of pedigree, positioning, and timing.

U.K.'s Farage faces standards probe over $6.7 million gift from Tether billionaire Christopher Harborne
April 29, 2026 | coindesk.com
The Conservative and Labour parties argued Nigel Farage broke Commons rules by not declaring the £5 million, but Reform UK said it was an exempt, personal, unconditional gift.

Here’s what happened in crypto today
April 29, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
Need to know what happened in crypto today?

Celsius founder Alex Mashinsky reaches $10 million FTC settlement with lifetime crypto industry ban
April 29, 2026 | theblock.co
A large portion of the judgment was suspended, leaving Mashinsky on the hook for $10 million.

LIVE: Chair Powell confirms that he will stay at the Fed after his term ends next month
April 29, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
The Fed is expected to hold rates at 3.50%-3.75% today in what would be its third straight pause of the year.

Securitize Locks in Computershare Deal to Put US Listed Shares Onchain
April 29, 2026 | news.bitcoin.com
Securitize and Computershare have joined forces to let U.S.-listed companies issue equity directly on a blockchain, giving shareholders a new way to hold their securities in…

Dogecoin Compression Nears End: Big Move Brewing In Either Direction
April 29, 2026 | newsbtc.com
Dogecoin is approaching a critical inflection point as its price action tightens within a narrowing range.

Tether Stakeholder Gave Farage Undisclosed $6.7M Gift Amid Reform UK Crypto Funding Scrutiny
April 29, 2026 | decrypt.co
The personal gift to the Reform UK leader from billionaire Christopher Harborne comes amid scrutiny over crypto industry political funding.

Visa adds Polygon, Base support as stablecoin settlement run rate hits $7B
April 29, 2026 | cointelegraph.com
Visa broadens its crypto pilot to nine blockchains as stablecoin volumes grow, highlighting early traction for onchain settlement in global payments.

Concentration of AI stocks inside S&P 500 hits dot-com bubble peak – and Bitcoin miners are now exposed
April 29, 2026 | cryptoslate.com
The 10 largest AI stocks now make up about 41% of the S&P 500, according to a BofA Global Research chart circulated online.

Ethereum Traders Shift: Spot Market Weakness Drives Rise In Derivatives Trading
April 29, 2026 | bitcoinist.com
Amid the renewed bullish momentum of Ethereum’s price, a key divergence has been spotted among ETH traders across the evolving market.

Czech National Bank opens door to Bitcoin in reserve strategy
April 29, 2026 | cryptopolitan.com
Czech National Bank backs Bitcoin reserves as governor outlines a 1% allocation study and challenges ECB stance on reserve safety.

FTX Founder Sam Bankman-Fried Loses Bid For Retrial
April 29, 2026 | bitcoinist.com
Sam Bankman-Fried’s attempt to get a new trial collapsed Tuesday when a federal judge called his legal arguments baseless — and suggested the whole effort was less about…