Category: News

$138M Bitcoin Play Signals Shift In Big Money Sentiment

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They say journalists never truly clock out. But for Christian, that’s not just a metaphor, it’s a lifestyle. By day, he navigates the ever-shifting tides of the cryptocurrency market, wielding words like a seasoned editor and crafting articles that decipher the jargon for the masses. When the PC goes on hibernate mode, however, his pursuits take a more mechanical (and sometimes philosophical) turn. Christian’s journey with the written word began long before the age of Bitcoin. In the hallowed halls of academia, he honed his craft as a feature writer…

Bitcoin Tops $79,000 as Trump Extends US-Iran Ceasefire, S&P 500 Climbs

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Key Takeaways: Bitcoin climbed past $79,000 on April 22, 2026, hitting an 11-week high after Trump extended the U.S.-Iran ceasefire. Strategy purchased 34,164 BTC for $2.54 billion this week, its third-largest weekly buy on record. Analysts at JPMorgan target S&P 500 at 7,600, with bitcoin bulls eyeing $80,000-$85,000 if peace holds through May. U.S. Markets and Bitcoin Rise After Trump Extends Iran Truce Trump announced the extension late April 21, ahead of the truce’s scheduled expiration, citing internal divisions within Iran’s leadership and the need for a unified peace proposal…

Ethereum Risks 10% Dip Versus Bitcoin Despite ETH Staking Milestone

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Ethereum’s record 32.33% staking ratio is shrinking liquid supply, reducing sell pressure and potentially supporting an ETH price recovery over time. Ether (ETH) has fallen about 5.5% against Bitcoin (BTC) over the past week, and a bearish continuation setup now points to the risk of deeper losses ahead. Key takeaways: Ether’s bear flag risks 10% correction The ETH/BTC ratio has been carving out a bear flag pattern since February, consolidating inside a rising parallel channel after a sharp downside move. In technical analysis, bear flags are typically viewed as continuation…

SUI And USDC Now Power Real-World Transactions On RedotPay

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Real-world crypto payments are taking another step forward as SUI and USDC go live on RedotPay’s platform. With this integration, users can now go beyond holding digital assets to actually using them in real-world transactions, directly through RedotPay’s app and crypto card system. This integration brings together the speed and scalability of Sui with the stability of USDC, creating a more practical payment experience for everyday spending. How Crypto Cards Bridge Digital Assets And Retail Payments Hong Kong-based RedotPay, a stablecoin-focused payments platform with over 7 million users, is making…

TMX Moves to Acquire Cboe’s Canada and Australia Exchanges in $300 Million Deal

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TMX Group has agreed to acquire the Australia and Canada exchange businesses of Cboe Global Markets in a US$300 million deal. The transaction covers Cboe Australia and Cboe Canada and is subject to regulatory approvals in both countries. The two businesses are expected to close in separate transactions once approvals are completed. Singapore Summit: Meet the largest APAC brokers you know (and those you still don’t!). The deal reverses Cboe’s earlier expansion into Canadian equities market infrastructure. The company built its presence through acquisitions including NEO and MATCHNow, positioning itself…

Japan Is Going In On XRP, But Can This Drive The Price To $10?

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Crypto pundit UnknowDLT has revealed that Japan has provided regulatory clarity for XRP, classifying it as a financial instrument. This comes amid predictions about the altcoin’s trajectory, including a possible rally to $10.  Japan Classifies XRP Along With Stocks And Bonds In an X post, the pundit noted that Japan has reclassified crypto assets as financial instruments, meaning that XRP now has the same legal status as a stock or bond. He added that the country with the strictest crypto regulations in the world has just put XRP on par…

Coinbase Highlights Algorand (ALGO)’s Quantum-Resistant Blockchain

Timothy Morano Apr 22, 2026 14:37 Coinbase’s latest paper commends Algorand (ALGO)’s post-quantum cryptography, positioning it as a leader in blockchain quantum readiness. Coinbase’s Quantum Advisory Council has released a position paper titled “Quantum Computing and Blockchain,” spotlighting Algorand (ALGO) for its advancements in post-quantum cryptography. Published on April 21, the paper evaluates the looming threat of quantum computing to blockchain security and reviews the preparedness of leading platforms like Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, and Algorand. The report highlights Algorand’s proactive approach, noting…

How to fix suspected insider trading on Polymarket and Kalshi

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Ever since Polymarket correctly tipped a Donald Trump victory in 2024, months before the polls and pundits did, prediction markets have gone from strength to strength.  Monthly trading volumes grew $4.3 billion in the lead up to the election, and have continued sharply upwards to $10.6 billion in March this year. But allegations of shady insider bets, on everything from the content of MrBeast videos to the timing of the Iran war, began to dog both Polymarket and Kalshi as they became more popular. Karoline Thomsen, international law and relations…

Lazarus Group Malware Targets Crypto, Business Execs via macOS

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Security researchers have linked a new macOS malware campaign to the Lazarus Group, the North Korea-linked hacking operation behind some of the crypto industry’s biggest thefts. Flagged on Tuesday, the new “Mach-O Man” malware kit is distributed via “ClickFix” social engineering schemes across traditional businesses and crypto companies, according to Mauro Eldritch, offensive security expert and founder of threat intelligence company BCA Ltd. Victims are lured into a fake Zoom or Google Meet call where they are prompted to execute commands that download the malware in the background, allowing attackers…

Mach-O Man Malware Steals macOS Keychain Data in Lazarus Group Crypto Campaign – Bitcoin News

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Key Takeaways: North Korea’s Lazarus Group deployed Mach-O Man malware targeting macOS users in crypto and fintech roles in April 2026. Bitso’s Quetzal Team confirmed the Go-compiled kit enables credential theft, Keychain access, and data exfiltration via four stages. Security researchers urged firms on April 22, 2026, to block Terminal-based ClickFix lures and audit LaunchAgents for Onedrive masquerading files. Researchers Expose North Korean macOS Malware Targeting U.S. Crypto and Web3 Firms Security researchers at Bitso’s Quetzal Team, working alongside the ANY.RUN sandbox platform, publicly disclosed the kit on April 21,…