Established ‘Sell in May’ philosophy looks broken, and that could be good news for Bitcoin
“Sell in May and go away” is the idea that stocks reliably underperform between May and October, and it describes a market that might no longer exist. Bloomberg Intelligence data shows the S&P 500 ETF has closed the May-October period in positive territory in 25 of the last 33 years, with only one negative summer […] The post Established ‘Sell in...
By Gino Matos 4/29/2026, 10:35:25 AM
Iran asserts defense rights, casting doubt on US-Iran ceasefire stability
Iran's defense stance heightens geopolitical tensions, undermining ceasefire prospects and impacting market stability and diplomatic efforts. The post Iran asserts defense rights, casting doubt on US-Iran ceasefire stability appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/29/2026, 10:35:11 AM
BlackRock’s IBIT leads Bitcoin ETF outflows amid U.S. investor sell-off
BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) has led spot Bitcoin (BTC) exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and other United States-based institutional investors into … Continue reading The post BlackRock’s IBIT leads Bitcoin ETF outflows amid U.S. investor sell-off appeared first on Finbold.
By Steve Muchoki 4/29/2026, 10:31:23 AM
OFFICIAL TRUMP price prediction vs BlockchainFX: Crypto presale strength, market news, and the best crypto to invest in now
TRUMP price predictions gain attention as BlockchainFX rises among top early-stage crypto investment picks. Can a sharp price prediction today shape smarter crypto decisions tomorrow? Market timing often decides outcomes, and strong data-backed price prediction helps cut through chaos. OFFICIAL…
By Samuel Msiska 4/29/2026, 10:31:03 AM
Nigeria’s Greenafrica Claims $100k Top Prize as Hedera Hackathon Draws 45,000 Participants
The Hashgraph Association and Exponential Science have concluded a hackathon that attracted over 45,000 participants and generated more than 1,300 project submissions. Key Takeaways: On April 29, THA and Exponential Science named Greenafrica the top winner of the 2025 Hedera Africa Hackathon. The $1M prize pool fueled 1,300+ projects, proving...
By Terence Zimwara 4/29/2026, 10:30:49 AM
Bittensor Price Analysis: Can TAO Rally Toward $370 as AI Narrative Strengthens
The post Bittensor Price Analysis: Can TAO Rally Toward $370 as AI Narrative Strengthens appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News After weeks of consolidation, Bittensor (TAO) is beginning to flash early recovery signals as buyers step in near critical support levels. Bittensor price, currently hovering around $260, is attempting to build a base...
By Shubham Vishwakarma 4/29/2026, 10:29:42 AM
Mezo unveils institutional bitcoin yield vaults as demand grows to put idle BTC to work
A new product from Mezo, backed by Anchorage Digital and seeded by Bullish, highlights a broader shift as institutions seek yield on bitcoin without sacrificing custody or control.
By Jamie Crawley 4/29/2026, 10:28:02 AM
DOJ cuts voting rights staff, shifts focus to voter fraud investigations
The DOJ's shift may heighten political tensions, influencing voter mobilization and campaign strategies ahead of the 2026 midterms. The post DOJ cuts voting rights staff, shifts focus to voter fraud investigations appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/29/2026, 10:27:24 AM
Hezbollah drone attack dims hopes for long-term Israel ceasefire
The drone attack exacerbates regional instability, complicating diplomatic efforts and increasing the risk of prolonged conflict. The post Hezbollah drone attack dims hopes for long-term Israel ceasefire appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/29/2026, 10:26:10 AM
New IRA bombing raises fears of Iran, Hezbollah militant ties in Northern Ireland
The bombing underscores potential geopolitical tensions, highlighting the influence of Iran-backed networks and complicating regional stability. The post New IRA bombing raises fears of Iran, Hezbollah militant ties in Northern Ireland appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/29/2026, 10:16:30 AM
Zelensky praises Ukrainian drone strikes deep in Russia, ceasefire odds unchanged
Increased Ukrainian military capabilities heighten tensions, diminishing prospects for near-term peace and complicating diplomatic efforts. The post Zelensky praises Ukrainian drone strikes deep in Russia, ceasefire odds unchanged appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/29/2026, 10:12:33 AM
Celsius founder Alex Mashinsky settles FTC case with $10M payment
The FTC order ties Mashinsky’s $10 million payment to a mostly suspended $4.72 billion judgment that can be revived over asset disclosures.
By Ezra Reguerra 4/29/2026, 10:10:18 AM
Polymarket eyes CFTC approval to reopen main platform to U.S. users
Polymarket has sought to reopen its main prediction markets platform to U.S. users as it is reportedly engaging regulators to remove a long-standing access ban. According to Bloomberg, the company has been in discussions with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission…
By Rony Roy 4/29/2026, 10:09:36 AM
Commodity or Security? Ripple CTO Emeritus Explains Key Distinction
Ripple CTO Emeritus, David Schwartz joined a commodity versus security debate on social media, adding fresh perspective.
By Tomiwabold Olajide 4/29/2026, 10:06:12 AM
Fake Hong Kong stablecoins start trading as real ones remain absent
Tokens using ‘HKDAP’ and ‘HSBC’ tickers are circulating even as the HKMA says no licensed stablecoins have been issued
By Sam Reynolds 4/29/2026, 10:06:08 AM
What Happened to Litecoin (LTC)? Abnormal Activity, Founder's Comment
A brief chain split triggered by invalid MWEB transactions exposed both the fragility and resilience of Litecoin.
By Arman Shirinyan 4/29/2026, 10:01:00 AM
Tehran’s Imam Khomeini Airport reopens after 57-day suspension
The airport's reopening signals a stabilization phase, reducing immediate regime collapse odds, but geopolitical tensions remain pivotal. The post Tehran’s Imam Khomeini Airport reopens after 57-day suspension appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/29/2026, 10:00:40 AM
XRP Price At $25,000? The ‘Divine’ Prediction That Is Setting The Community On Fire
A video circulating on X this week has led one of the most persistent debates in the XRP community: just how high can the cryptocurrency’s price go? The clip, shared by pseudonymous account XRP Bags, features a woman describing what she calls a divine vision in which the altcoin appeared on her personal trading platform at a price of $25,000. This...
By Sandra White 4/29/2026, 10:00:04 AM
Trump’s hardline Iran stance impacts Polymarket contracts, peace deal odds drop
Trump's hardline stance on Iran reduces diplomatic resolution prospects, impacting market confidence and increasing geopolitical tensions. The post Trump’s hardline Iran stance impacts Polymarket contracts, peace deal odds drop appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/29/2026, 9:59:15 AM
Circle Mints $500 Million in USDC on Solana as Weekly Issuance Tops $3.25 Billion
Circle minted $500 million in USDC on the Solana network on April 29, with the issuance being part of a week that saw Solana process $3.25 billion in fresh USDC supply. Key Takeaways: Circle minted $500 million in USDC on Solana, as flagged by onchain intelligence firm Arkham. Solana’s weekly USDC issuance hit $3.25 billion, […]
By Shiraz Jagati 4/29/2026, 9:55:11 AM
Pi Network’s PI Taps Monthly High After Another Surge as BTC Returns to $77K: Market Watch
The popular altcoin, PI, has emerged as one of the top performers in the past couple of weeks.
By Jordan Lyanchev 4/29/2026, 9:53:37 AM
Taiwan tops Beijing agenda for Trump-Xi summit on May 14-15
The summit's focus on Taiwan could heighten geopolitical tensions, impacting global markets and U.S.-China diplomatic relations. The post Taiwan tops Beijing agenda for Trump-Xi summit on May 14-15 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/29/2026, 9:52:12 AM
Google-Pentagon AI deal boosts confidence in Gemini model quality
The Google-Pentagon AI deal may redefine government trust in commercial AI, influencing future AI market dynamics and evaluation criteria. The post Google-Pentagon AI deal boosts confidence in Gemini model quality appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/29/2026, 9:50:23 AM
Canada proposes crypto ATM ban over scams and money laundering
Ottawa says Bitcoin ATMs have become a key tool for scammers, as regulators move to tighten oversight of high-risk parts of the crypto sector.
By Christina Comben 4/29/2026, 9:49:45 AM
Japanese tankers cross Hormuz after talks with Iran
Japan's tanker crossing hints at potential diplomatic progress, but broader geopolitical tensions still hinder full Strait of Hormuz normalization. The post Japanese tankers cross Hormuz after talks with Iran appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/29/2026, 9:47:41 AM
FBI Boss Reveals Bitcoin Shift after “Getting Smart” Through Deep Research
FBI director Kash Patel has disclosed his evolving stance on Bitcoin, speaking on Monday at the Bitcoin 2026 conference session.
By Newton Gitonga 4/29/2026, 9:47:00 AM
FOMC Meeting Today: Powell Speech and Fed Interest Rate Decision Could Move BTC, ETH, XRP and Altcoins
The post FOMC Meeting Today: Powell Speech and Fed Interest Rate Decision Could Move BTC, ETH, XRP and Altcoins appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Today, the Federal Reserve is set to announce its April interest rate decision, and Jerome Powell’s press conference begins at 12:00 AM IST. The market maker tool currently shows a 100%...
By Rizwan Ansari 4/29/2026, 9:46:06 AM
Tarek Mansour: Traders prioritize market sentiment over events, regulatory progress is non-linear and unpredictable, and navigating crypto regulations feels like an endless desert | Uncapped with Jack Altman
Kalshi's legal victory reshapes the boundary between financial markets and gambling, impacting future regulatory frameworks. The post Tarek Mansour: Traders prioritize market sentiment over events, regulatory progress is non-linear and unpredictable, and navigating crypto regulations feels like an endless desert | Uncapped with Jack Altman...
By Editorial Team 4/29/2026, 9:46:03 AM
Kevin Warsh Fed chair nomination heads to Senate Banking Committee vote
Warsh's potential confirmation could shift market dynamics, influencing monetary policy expectations and trader strategies significantly. The post Kevin Warsh Fed chair nomination heads to Senate Banking Committee vote appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/29/2026, 9:39:48 AM
Celsius founder permanently banned from asset management in FTC Settlement
Celsius founder Alexander Mashinsky has agreed to a settlement with the Federal Trade Commission that bars him from promoting asset-related products and ties a $10 million payment to a much larger suspended judgment. According to the Federal Trade Commission, the…
By Rony Roy 4/29/2026, 9:35:45 AM
Trump orders extended Hormuz blockade, escalating US-Iran tensions
The extended blockade heightens geopolitical risks, diminishing prospects for US-Iran diplomacy and impacting global markets significantly. The post Trump orders extended Hormuz blockade, escalating US-Iran tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/29/2026, 9:35:43 AM
Brent crude oil hits $115 amid Iran-Israel conflict, highest since 2022
Rising oil prices due to geopolitical tensions could strain global economies, increase inflation, and impact energy policies worldwide. The post Brent crude oil hits $115 amid Iran-Israel conflict, highest since 2022 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/29/2026, 9:32:33 AM
SYND Crashes 37% After Syndicate Network Bridge Hack
Syndicate is probing a bridge compromise after attackers sold millions of SYND tokens.
By Chayanika Deka 4/29/2026, 9:31:00 AM
Czech Central Bank’s Bitcoin Bet Delivers Early Findings, Governor Says
Aleš Michl, governor of the Czech National Bank, said the institution’s early research suggests a small Bitcoin allocation could improve portfolio returns without materially increasing overall risk. Speaking at the Bitcoin 2026 conference in Las Vegas, Michl framed the finding not as a policy shift or ideological endorsement, but as part of a...
By Jake Simmons 4/29/2026, 9:30:58 AM
Litecoin’s MWEB Chain Split Resolved as F2pool Mines All 13 Blocks
Mining pool F2pool confirmed it mined all 13 consecutive blocks needed to close Litecoin’s temporary chain split, which was triggered when an exploit of the network’s MimbleWimble Extension Blocks (MWEB) privacy layer allowed an attacker to fabricate an invalid 85,034 LTC pegout. Key Takeaways: f2pool mined all 13 blocks on the valid Litecoin...
By Shiraz Jagati 4/29/2026, 9:30:27 AM
KuCoin EU hires anti-money laundering talent to appease Austrian regulator
KuCoin was ordered by Austria’s FMA to halt business in the EU because of a shortfall in AML and compliance staff.
By Ian Allison 4/29/2026, 9:27:10 AM
Bitcoin futures funding rates hit one-year low as price nears record
The disconnect between spot and derivatives markets could signal potential volatility and a fragile support for Bitcoin's current price levels. The post Bitcoin futures funding rates hit one-year low as price nears record appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/29/2026, 9:26:01 AM
Think Cardano Is Dead? Think Again — Insider Suggests ADA Can Explode 300% in Matter of Weeks
A well-known stake pool operator (SPO) in the Cardano (ADA) ecosystem has pushed back against concerns about the token’s recent price action.
By Brenda Ngari 4/29/2026, 9:24:28 AM
Trump family crypto projects and XRP surge fuel $20,000-a-day investor buzz
SHRMiner gains traction as investors turn to regulated cloud mining for XRP ecosystem exposure in 2026. This week, the cryptocurrency market once again took center stage, with XRP becoming the most-watched asset. Influenced by recent remarks from Trump and an…
By Guest Post 4/29/2026, 9:22:38 AM
Bitcoin, stocks risk 'months' of losses as Kevin Warsh Becomes Fed chair
Bitcoin fell after each new Federal Reserve chair began work, data showed, while Kevin Warsh gave mixed signals over policy for risk assets.
By William Suberg 4/29/2026, 9:19:21 AM
Somali piracy surges as Iran conflict diverts naval forces
The naval redeployment creates a dual security challenge, complicating efforts to stabilize both Somali waters and the Strait of Hormuz. The post Somali piracy surges as Iran conflict diverts naval forces appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/29/2026, 9:18:48 AM
OpenAI taps Amazon cloud to scale AI agents as Microsoft ties loosen
OpenAI is expanding access to its generative AI models by bringing them onto Amazon Web Services, a move that follows closely on the heels of a revised agreement with Microsoft that loosens earlier exclusivity around cloud usage. According to reports,…
By Rony Roy 4/29/2026, 9:17:20 AM
One Tech Giant’s Stock Could Double in Price in the Coming Years, Says Wedbush’s Dan Ives
Wedbush Securities analyst Dan Ives says one stock could see its price double over the next several years as the company capitalizes on growing demand tied to artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure. In a new Bloomberg interview, Ives says Wall Street is significantly undervaluing Oracle’s long-term opportunity, arguing investors are too...
By Daily Hodl Staff 4/29/2026, 9:15:08 AM
Bitcoin ETFs See $89.68M Outflows
The post Bitcoin ETFs See $89.68M Outflows appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News On April 28, Bitcoin spot ETFs recorded net outflows of $89.68 million, signaling a pause after recent inflow momentum. BlackRock’s IBIT led the decline with $112 million withdrawn, highlighting institutional repositioning. Ethereum spot ETFs also faced selling...
By Sohrab Khawas 4/29/2026, 9:12:59 AM
There's a social media groundswell predicting bitcoin above $90,000. That might be a problem.
The crowd is heavily leaning bullish, and that's often a contrarian signal, according to Santiment.
By Omkar Godbole 4/29/2026, 9:11:43 AM
CLARITY’s delay to test Wall Street’s $6.6 trillion stablecoin warning which is at odds with White House view
The CLARITY Act has stalled in Senate Banking deliberations, setting back an array of market rules that would solidify into law most of the pro-crypto stance that took hold in the President Donald Trump administration. Yet, Congress may have handed crypto markets an unexpected experiment. Galaxy Research puts the odds of enactment this year at […]...
By Gino Matos 4/29/2026, 9:00:31 AM
Ethereum ICO Participant Moves $22.88 Million in ETH After 11 Years of Dormancy
An Ethereum initial coin offering ( ICO) participant transferred 10,000 ETH worth $22.88 million to a new wallet on Wednesday after the address sat dormant for over a decade, converting a $3,100 investment into a 7,381x return. Key Takeaways: Wallet 0xCD59 transferred 10,000 ETH worth $22.88 million after lying dormant for 10.8 years. The Ethereum...
By Shiraz Jagati 4/29/2026, 8:55:35 AM
'Give it Some Time': Why Author of 700% XRP Forecast Sees Bitcoin in a Healthy Reset Phase
Relive the 700% XRP rally strategy as analyst DonAlt breaks down why Bitcoin's current $77,000 consolidation is a "healthy reset".
By Gamza Khanzadaev 4/29/2026, 8:54:50 AM
Pepe Price Forecast: Retail interest builds as PEPE tests key trendline breakout
Pepe (PEPE) is gaining strength at press time on Wednesday, edging higher toward a key resistance area near $0.00000400. Retail interest in the frog-themed meme coin is rising alongside leverage-linked trading activity in PEPE futures.
By N/A 4/29/2026, 8:54:48 AM
FCC orders review of Disney’s ABC licenses after Trump demands Kimmel firing
The FCC's unprecedented license review under political pressure could set a concerning precedent for media independence and regulatory influence. The post FCC orders review of Disney’s ABC licenses after Trump demands Kimmel firing appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 4/29/2026, 8:48:19 AM