Day: April 7, 2026

Quantum Upgrade Could Redefine the Network — Says Justin Drake

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Ethereum could be approaching a defining turning point, a rare opportunity to rebuild from the ground up rather than continue evolving piece by piece. With the proposed Quantum upgrade gaining attention, developers and researchers are exploring changes that go beyond routine improvements, potentially rethinking security, scalability, and long-term resilience. Rather than layering fixes onto an already complex system, this moment opens the door to a clean-slate redesign. How Quantum Resistance Could Future-Proof Ethereum An Ethereum researcher, Justin Drake, who co-authored Google’s recent quantum paper, is reframing one of the most…

Regime Shift of Global Liquidity Defines a New Era of On-Chain Finance – Press release Bitcoin News

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PRESS RELEASE. Panama City, April 7th, 2026 – Recently, HTX officially released its 2026 Digital Asset Trends White Paper (the “White Paper”). The report was jointly published with leading industry platforms and media, including BlockBeats, ChainCatcher, Foresight News, HTX Learn, HTX Research, Odaily, PANews, RootData, and TechFlow. Against a backdrop of market consolidation and cautious sentiment, this report provides a timely re-evaluation of the digital asset landscape. By offering a systematic framework and forward-looking analysis, it aims to help investors find clarity and maintain a strategic foothold throughout this evolving…

Bitcoin ETF Inflows Soar, Will BTC Price Follow?

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Key takeaways: BTC failed to hold $70,000 despite strong ETF inflows as selling by public miners offset recent institutional buying. Options markets reflect high demand for downside protection as a 17% put premium signals cautious sentiment. Bitcoin (BTC) failed to sustain Monday’s $70,000 level despite $471 million in net inflows into US-listed spot exchange-traded funds (ETFs). The market’s initial excitement faded following reports that multiple US and Israeli aircraft and equipment were destroyed during a military operation in Iran over the weekend. Since the S&P 500 remained relatively flat between…

Americans Lost $11B to Crypto Scams in 2025, Says FBI

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According to the bureau, a large number of minors aged 17 and younger were included in complaints related to crypto or crypto ATMs, resulting in more than $5 million in losses. The US Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) reported that Americans’ losses from crypto-related scams increased to more than $11 million in 2025. In its annual internet crime complaint report released on Monday, the FBI said that cryptocurrency and AI-related scams were “among the costliest” for Americans in 2025, with 181,565 complaints totaling more than $11 billion. According to the…

Bitcoin holds steady as war tests its ‘safe haven’ narrative

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Bitcoin has outperformed stocks and even gold during the Iran conflict, giving fresh fuel to Anthony Pompliano’s claim that it is behaving more like a crisis hedge than a high‑beta tech bet. Anthony Pompliano argues that Bitcoin is emerging as a rare stabilizer in a war‑shocked market, claiming the asset has been the “shining light” during the Iran conflict while stocks, bonds, and even gold sell off. In a circulating clip from CNBC’s Squawk Box, the ProCap Financial CEO notes that “in a true risk‑off environment, Bitcoin isn’t following, instead…

1 Reserves and 2-Day Redemptions Required – Bitcoin News

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Key Takeaways: The FDIC approved a proposed rule on April 7, 2026, implementing GENIUS Act standards for stablecoin issuers. Permitted payment stablecoin issuers must hold 1:1 reserves in eligible assets and redeem within 2 business days. The 60-day public comment period closes before the GENIUS Act’s July 18, 2026 regulatory deadline. FDIC Moves on GENIUS Act Stablecoins The proposed rule targets permitted payment stablecoin issuers, or PPSIs, which are typically subsidiaries of FDIC-supervised insured depository institutions such as state nonmember banks and state savings associations. The GENIUS Act, codified at…

Forget XRP Price Weakness, Investors Are Still Pouring In, And Wallet Figures Just Hit An Impressive Target

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Crypto pundit Crypto Eri has revealed a new milestone in terms of the number of XRP Ledger (XRPL) wallets despite the XRP price weakness. This comes as the altcoin risks dropping below the psychological $1.30 level amid uncertainty over a ceasefire in the U.S.-Iran war.  XRP Ledger Wallets Rise Despite XRP Price Weakness In an X post, Crypto Eri noted that despite a softening of the XRP price that began in 2025, wallets continue to climb, with the XRP Ledger wallets currently at 8.1 million, according to CryptoQuant data. This…

Blockstream CEO Adam Back on Bitcoin’s downturn

▶ Coinbase Website: Coinbase.com ▶ CEX Website: cex.io Adam Back, Blockstream CEO and co-founder, joins ‘Closing Bell Overtime’ to talk the downturn in Bitcoin, the state of the crypto space, and much more. For access to live and exclusive video from CNBC subscribe to CNBC PRO: » Subscribe to CNBC TV: » Subscribe to CNBC: » Watch CNBC on the go with CNBC+: Turn to CNBC TV for the latest stock market news and analysis. From market futures to live price updates CNBC is the leader in business news worldwide.…