Day: April 14, 2026

AVAX Powers Global Telescope Network With Blockchain-Verified Sky Data

Felix Pinkston Apr 14, 2026 13:39 SkyMapper launches dedicated Avalanche L1 with 52 telescopes across six continents, introducing Proof of Space Observation for verifiable astronomical records. A network of 52 telescopes spanning six continents now records astronomical observations directly to an Avalanche Layer 1 blockchain, marking what developers claim is the first production-scale integration of scientific research infrastructure with decentralized verification. SkyMapper, the project behind the deployment, introduced a mechanism called Proof of Space Observation (POSO) that timestamps and cryptographically signs telescope…

Bitcoin Pushes Toward Breakout as Wintermute Warns Unresolved Macro Risks May Shape Next Move – Markets and Prices Bitcoin News

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Key Takeaways: Bitcoin approaches breakout as Wintermute flags macro risks still unresolved. Brent rises as inflation pressures build from higher energy costs. Wintermute sees derivatives positioning amplifying upside squeeze potential near resistance. Geopolitical Risks Fail to Reverse Bitcoin Momentum Bitcoin is maintaining upward pressure despite rising geopolitical tension and macro uncertainty, even as global markets react to fresh developments. In an April 13 market commentary, crypto algorithmic trading firm Wintermute said that heightened tensions—sparked by a U.S. naval blockade affecting Iranian ports—have not yet been enough to force a structural…

Singapore is no ‘crypto hub’ — but it is serious about stablecoins: StraitX CEO

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This week’s Asia Express features a Q&A on how Singapore’s crypto landscape has shifted since the licensing deadline. Before the summer of 2025, Singapore was a key base for cryptocurrency companies engaging in regulatory arbitrage. While the city-state barred unlicensed companies from serving local users, many businesses sidestepped the rules by simply blocking Singaporean customers and serving overseas ones. That changed after regulators forced companies to either obtain a license or find a new home. StraitX CEO Tianwei Liu’s company is the major player in stablecoin payments on the island…

Iran का बड़ा खेल! अब तेल टैंकर देंगे Bitcoin में Tax ?

▶ Coinbase Website: Coinbase.com ▶ CEX Website: cex.io Iran का बड़ा खेल! अब तेल टैंकर देंगे Bitcoin में Tax ? Iran Shock: 1 डॉलर प्रति बैरल, वो भी Bitcoin में! दुनिया हैरान #iran #hormuz #viralvideo #alikhamenei #bitcoin ▶ Coinbase Website: Coinbase.com ▶ CEX Website: cex.io Youtube version

This Chart Says DOGE Price Can Surge To $2

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Crypto analyst Crypto Patel has predicted that the DOGE price can surge to $2, marking a new all-time high (ATH) for Dogecoin. He also highlighted the best accumulation zones for the leading meme coin even as it looks to reclaim the $0.10 psychological level.  Dogecoin Chart Points To DOGE Price Rally To $2 In an X post, Crypto Patel stated that the Dogecoin 2-week chart shows that the DOGE price could one day hit $2 and that this is all a patience game. His accompanying chart showed that the leading…

Deutsche Börse Invests $200 Million in Crypto Exchange Kraken – Crypto News Bitcoin News

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Kraken Valued at $13 Billion After Deutsche Börse Stake Deutsche Börse has taken a minority stake in crypto exchange Kraken, marking one of the clearest signs yet of Europe’s largest market operator deepening its exposure to digital assets. The German exchange group said it invested $200 million in Payward, Kraken’s parent company, securing roughly a 1.5% fully diluted ownership. The transaction values Kraken at about $13.3 billion, according to reporting by Bloomberg. The move builds on an existing relationship between the two firms and signals a broader push to integrate…

Tether Launches Consumer Wallet App With Human-Readable Addresses and No Gas Tokens – Crypto News Bitcoin News

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Key Takeaways: Tether launched tether.wallet on April 14, 2026, giving its 570 million users direct self-custodial access to USDT, XAUT, and bitcoin. Tether’s WDK open-source toolkit powers the wallet, enabling humans, machines, and AI agents to transact on Ethereum, Polygon, Arbitrum, and Lightning Network. CEO Paolo Ardoino says Tether’s next phase targets tens of billions of future users, with additional blockchain support planned after the initial release. Tether Releases Open-Source WDK-Powered Wallet for Humans, Machines, and AI Agents The new wallet supports USDT, USAT, XAUT, and bitcoin across multiple networks,…

Stablecoin Yield Fight Nears Resolution as Tillis, Alsobrooks Finalize Draft Language – Regulation Bitcoin News

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Key Takeaways: Sen. Thom Tillis plans to release revised CLARITY Act draft language this week, targeting a Senate Banking Committee markup in late April 2026. The proposed Tillis-Alsobrooks framework bans passive stablecoin yield but permits activity-based rewards, splitting a dispute between banks and Coinbase. Prediction markets give the CLARITY Act a 59% chance of passage in 2026, down from 82% earlier this year, as unresolved DeFi and ethics provisions remain. Tillis Targets Late April Markup for CLARITY Act After Stablecoin Yield Deal in Principle According to a report from Politico…

Real Bitcoin vs. Bitcoin ETFs: Everything You Need to Know

▶ Coinbase Website: Coinbase.com ▶ CEX Website: cex.io Investing in Real Bitcoin vs. Bitcoin ETFs offers distinct opportunities and considerations. In this video, we dive into depth to help you make an informed decision based on your investment goals and risk tolerance. Discover the simplicity of directly owning Real Bitcoin. Visit www.iTrustCapital.com. Chapters: 00:00 Intro 00:30 The Benefits of Real Bitcoin 01:25 About Bitcoin ETFs 02:25 Comparison Chart 03:21 Bitcoin ETFs Hidden Fees 04:03 Outro ABOUT US The iTrustCapital mission is to validate, educate, and empower millions of investors as…

BTC Price Rebounds Above $74,000 Despite Ongoing Middle East Tensions

Bitcoin (BTC) price is trading above $74,000, recovering sharply after weeks of geopolitical pressure tied to escalating Iran-US hostilities that had pinned the asset in a stubborn $73,000–$74,000 resistance band. The analytical question is no longer whether Bitcoin can reclaim that level – it is whether a rebound occurring against a backdrop of unresolved Middle East tensions reflects durable structural demand or a tactical short squeeze that still lacks confirmation from patient capital. DISCOVER: Best Meme Coins to Buy in Q2 Cross-Asset Transmission: Risk-On Snapback Absorbs the Geopolitical Premium The…