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When gold price hits new highs, history shows ‘Bitcoin follows’ within 150 days — Analyst
The price of gold surged to a new all-time high of $3,357 per ounce on April 17, igniting speculation on whether Bitcoin (BTC) would follow. Bitcoin-gold comparison. Source: Cointelegraph/TradingViewIn 2017, Bitcoin rallied to $19,120 after gold witnessed a 30% hike a few months earlier. Similarly, gold reached a new high near $2,075 in 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic, which preceded Bitcoin’s surge to $69,000 in...
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Huaxia to add staking to Ether ETF, Hong Kong’s second of its kind
Huaxia Fund is set to launch staking services on its Ether exchange-traded fund (ETF), making it the second in Hong Kong. OSL Digital Services (OSL) will provide custody and staking infrastructure for the fund.The staking feature will be live on May 15, moving the ETF from a strictly passive investment vehicle to an “active participant” in the Ethereum ecosystem, according to the announcement from OSL. Huaxia Fund, a...
Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:LayerZero's ZRO Jumps 10% as VC Firm Andreessen Horowitz Buys $55M Worth
The venture capital firm's ZRO acquisition follows previous investments in the protocol.
Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:VanEck Onchain Economy ETF Receives SEC Nod, Eyes May 14 Debut
The fund will hold between 30 and 60 assets linked to the blockchain economy.
Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:Circle introduces Refund Protocol to enable dispute resolution in stablecoin payments
Circle announced the launch of its Refund Protocol on April 17, introducing a non-custodial smart contract system to enable dispute resolution for stablecoin transactions without relying on centralized intermediaries. The initiative addresses what it labels as a key shortcoming of using stablecoins, which is the lack of a built-in mechanism for refunds or chargebacks. The […] The post Circle introduces Refund Protocol...
Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:China Is Fueling Crypto Crime, From North Korea to Mexican Cartels: TRM
Crypto’s most notorious criminals share a common link: They rely on a small clique of underground Chinese bankers to survive, new research shows.
Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:Digital Currency Group CEO Barry Silbert says he should have just held BTC
Barry Silbert, the CEO of Digital Currency Group, said he would have secured higher investment gains by just holding the Bitcoin that he invested in early-stage crypto projects around 2012.During an April 17 appearance on Raoul Pal's Journey Man podcast, Silbert said he discovered Bitcoin (BTC) in 2011, purchasing BTC at $7-$8 per coin. Once the price of BTC surged, Silbert started looking for early-stage crypto...
Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:Solana Surges 4.5% as Canada Launches First Spot ETFs
North American institutional interest grows as SOL reclaims DEX dominance over Ethereum with 16% weekly gain.
Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:XRP: Why it’s outperforming altcoins — and what comes next
Over the past year, most altcoins have struggled to keep up with Bitcoin, but one project is breaking away from the pack: XRP.While other tokens have stagnated or slid, XRP (XRP) has surged more than 300% in just six months against Bitcoin (BTC) to quickly become one of the best-performing assets in the crypto space. But what’s really behind this rally — and more importantly, can it last?Some say it’s the fundamentals...
Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:Coinbase warns of potential new crypto winter as market signals turn bearish
The steep decline in crypto valuations and a breakdown of key technical indicators may signal the start of a new bear market for digital assets, according to a new report from Coinbase. In its April Monthly Outlook report, the crypto exchange warned that market signals are increasingly pointing to what many in the industry call […] The post Coinbase warns of potential new crypto winter as market signals turn bearish...
Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:Crypto Casino Founder Richard Kim Arrested After Gambling Away Investor Funds
Former Galaxy, Goldman Sachs, and JP Morgan executive Richard Kim faces securities and wire fraud charges after allegedly gambling away "nearly all" of his investors' funds.
Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:Ethereum Game 'Treeverse' Launching First Rewards Season on Immutable
Immutable zkEVM role-playing game Treeverse is rolling out play-to-airdrop rewards around the upcoming END token, beginning on April 19.
Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:Bitcoin miner Bit Digital acquires $53M facility as AI, HPC push continues
Bitcoin mining company Bit Digital has acquired an industrial building in Madison, North Carolina, upping the ante in a business diversification strategy that includes strategic pivots into AI and high-performance computing.Bit Digital agreed to buy the property for $53.2 million through Enovum Data Centers Corp., the company’s wholly owned Canadian subsidiary, regulatory filings show. The investment includes a $2.25...
Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:TWAP vs. VWAP in crypto trading: What’s the difference?
Algorithmic trading strategies in crypto Algorithmic trading has become a go-to for many traders as it lets you automate trades based on specific rules — no emotions, no hesitation, just pure logic. These strategies can scan markets 24/7, react instantly to price movements, and handle large volumes way faster than a human ever could.Some common algo trading strategies include:Trend following: riding the wave of upward...
Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:HYPE & SOL lead L1s, Powell scares Markets, Base launches memecoin
HYPE & SOL lead L1s, Powell scares Markets, Base launches memecoin FOMO HOUR EP339 BTC dives on Powell tariff comments, rebounds. BTC dominance at 4 year highs. BTC hashrate hits new ATH. BTC supply on exchanges dips to record lows. ETH 24 hour revenue drops below $100k. BTC/ETH ratio up ~100% in a year. HYPE & SOL lead rebound in L1s. SOL hits highest REV since February. Powell bullish on the path forward for...
Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:Central African Republic Solana Meme Coin Jumps as President Fuels Rumors of Revival
President Faustin-Archange Touadéra of the Central African Republic hints at a Solana meme coin-related law, prompting the CAR token to spike.
Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:OpenAI’s o3 scores 136 on Mensa Norway test, surpassing 98% of human population.
OpenAI’s new “o3” language model achieved an IQ score of 136 on a public Mensa Norway intelligence test, exceeding the threshold for entry into the country’s Mensa chapter for the first time. The score, calculated from a seven-run rolling average, places the model above approximately 98 percent of the human population, according to a standardized […] The post OpenAI’s o3 scores 136 on Mensa Norway test, surpassing 98%...
Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:Crypto for Advisors: Generating Yield With Bitcoin
Beyond just stacking bitcoin and waiting for price appreciation, BTC-on-BTC yield provides opportunities to grow bitcoin holdings.
Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:Cash-based crypto can enable financial inclusion for billions
Opinion by: Alexander Guseff, founder and CEO of TectumCrypto companies have spent years pushing digital wallets and exchange apps, convinced they’ll bring financial inclusion to the world. Here’s the reality: 1.4 billion people remain unbanked, and crypto adoption has barely exceeded 8%. For all the talk about decentralization and accessibility, the industry continues to overlook the billions of people who rely on...
Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:Bitcoin Price Flat Amid Signs 'Volatility May Be Cooling Off': Analysts
BTC has been shaky in the uncertainty surrounding Trump's tariffs. The World Trade Organization warned they could be a "brake on global growth."
Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:Crypto Stock Tracking ETF Coming Soon From VanEck
The VanEck Onchain Economy ETF (NODE) is expected to start trading on May 14th with a management fee of 0.69%.
Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:Crypto, stocks enter ‘new phase of trade war’ as US-China tensions rise
Cryptocurrency and equities markets entered a “new phase of the trade war, amid ongoing tariff escalations between the United States and China.Global trade war concerns intensified on April 15 after the White House published a fact sheet announcing that Chinese imports would be hit with tariffs of up to 245%.The penalties include a “125% reciprocal tariff, a 20% tariff to address the fentanyl crisis, and Section 301...
Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:How Meta’s antitrust case could dampen AI development
Meta, the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp and Messenger, is facing antitrust proceedings that could limit its ability to develop AI amid a field of competitors.First filed in 2021, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) alleges that Meta’s strategy of absorbing firms — rather than competing with them — violates antitrust laws. If the court rules against Meta, it could be forced to spin out its various...
Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:Bitcoin miners are using April volatility to continue stacking after 2 months of net outflows
While there are still two weeks until the end of April, Bitcoin miners managed to net stack approximately 759 BTC, the first positive month since January. Daily net flow dropped from a +1,175 BTC inflow on Apr. 6 to a -1,627 BTC outflow on Apr. 7, mirroring Bitcoin’s rapid dip. This volatility in miner flows […] The post Bitcoin miners are using April volatility to continue stacking after 2 months of net outflows...
Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:Bitcoin price levels to watch as Fed rate cut hopes fade
Bitcoin’s (BTC) price failed another attempt at breaking above resistance at $86,000 on April 16 as Fed Chair Jerome Powell dashed hopes of early rate cuts, citing the impact of Trump’s tariffs.Since April 9, BTC price has formed daily candle highs between $75,000 and $86,400, but has been unable to produce a close above $86,000.BTC/USD daily chart. Source: Cointelegraph/TradingViewMany analysts and traders ask, “Where...
Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:Eliza Labs launches auto.fun, a no-code AI spin on Pump.Fun
Eliza Labs, the developer behind the AI agent framework ai16z, announced the launch of auto.fun, a new no-code platform allowing users to launch AI agents on Web3 applications.Auto.fun allows for the creation, deployment and monetization of AI agents by non-developers without programming knowledge, according to an April 17 announcement.The platform supports the creation of AI agents that interact with social media,...
Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:How Mantra’s OM token collapsed in 24 hours of chaos
Mantra’s OM token collapsed by more than 90% overnight, and the crypto world can’t agree on why. On April 13, OM’s price plummeted from over $6 to below $0.50, wiping out more than $5 billion in market cap and triggering widespread panic across the crypto industry.The sudden crash drew comparisons to Terra’s LUNA implosion as traders scrambled for answers. Unverified rumors of insider dumping, forced liquidations,...
Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:Bybit shuts down four more Web3 services after axing NFT marketplace
Bybit is shutting down more of its Web3 services after axing its non-fungible token (NFT) marketplace earlier in April.According to an April 16 announcement, the exchange is shutting down its Cloud Wallet (a hosted custodial wallet), Keyless Wallet (non‑custodial multiparty computation wallet with no seed phrase), NFT marketplace, multi‑chain decentralized exchange (DEX) DEXPro and the Swap&Bridge cross‑chain swap...
Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:5 reasons why FARTCOIN is rising faster than everything else
Fartcoin (FARTCOIN), a Solana-based memecoin launched in October 2024, has soared over 370% from its yearly low, outperforming Bitcoin (BTC) even as global trade tensions weigh on broader risk assets.These are the five key reasons why FARTCOIN is rising faster than top cryptocurrencies.FARTCOIN/USDT vs. BTC/USD 30-day price chart comparison. Source: TradingViewPEPE boom similarities fuel FARTCOIN hypeFARTCOIN’s recent...
Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:CoinDesk 20 Performance Update: Bitcoin Cash (BCH) Gains 4.2%, Leading Index Higher
Near Protocol (NEAR) joined Bitcoin Cash (BCH) as a top performer, rising 3.7% from Wednesday.
Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:EigenLayer Adds Key ‘Slashing’ Feature, Completing Original Vision
A year after its launch, the Ethereum restaking protocol is rolling out the critical accountability measure meant to address lingering security concerns.
Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:Stellar Sees $3B of Real World Assets Coming On-Chain in 2025
The Stellar blockchain has made new partnerships with Paxos, Ondo, Etherfuse and SG Forge.
Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:Ethena, Securitize Target Q2 Mainnet Launch for RWA-Focused Blockchain, Tap Arbitrum, Celestia
The Converge chain is set to have fast blocktimes, let users pay gas fees in Ethena's tokens and support both permissionless and permissioned apps, the teams said.
Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:North Korean hackers target crypto devs with fake recruitment tests
North Korean hackers linked to the $1.4 billion Bybit exploit are reportedly targeting crypto developers using fake recruitment tests infected with malware.Cybersecurity outlet The Hacker News reported that crypto developers have received coding assignments from malicious actors posing as recruiters. The coding challenges have reportedly been used to deliver malware to unsuspecting developers.Malicious actors approach...
Published on: April 17, 2025 | Source:Judge Pauses 18-State Lawsuit Against SEC, Saying It Could 'Potentially Be Resolved'
The 60-day stay in the case was granted after the SEC said the case could be resolved, amid shifting enforcement priorities.
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