- Bitcoin, Ether Lead Sustained Gains for Crypto ETFs17 Apr 2026 23:12
Crypto ETFs extended their recovery with another day of inflows across all major assets. Bitcoin and ether maintained their streaks, while XRP and Solana posted strong gains. Key Takeaways Bitcoin ETFs added $26.05 million, led by Blackrock’s IBIT, extending a 3-day inflow streak. Ether ETFs gained $18.02 million over 6 days, signaling steady recovery despite […] - Elon Musk Pushes ‘Universal High Income’ Checks as Ultimate Solution for AI Unemployment17 Apr 2026 21:32
The billionaire entrepreneur presented an optimistic vision of the future, highlighting that the advantages that AI will bring to the workplace and society will usher in a new era of prosperity. For him, the high availability of goods and services will solve inflation. Key Takeaways: Elon Musk pushes a Federal UHI to fix AI job […] - Digital Art NFT Marketplace Foundation Closes After Failed Acquisition in Early 202617 Apr 2026 20:05
Foundation, the Ethereum-based non-fungible token ( NFT) marketplace that processed roughly $230 million in primary digital art sales since its 2020 launch, has shut down for good after a planned acquisition by display technology company Blackdove fell apart less than three months after closing. Key Takeaways: Kayvon Tehranian confirmed Foundation’s permanent shutdown on April 15, […] - TRX Listing Launches on Binance.US, Advancing U.S. Market Access to TRON17 Apr 2026 20:00
This sponsored press release was provided by TRON DAO was not written by Bitcoin.com News. Bitcoin.com News does not necessarily endorse the statements made within this announcement. PRESS RELEASE. Geneva, Switzerland — April 17, 2026 — TRON DAO, the community-governed DAO dedicated to accelerating the decentralization of the internet through blockchain technology and decentralized applications […] - Circle Faces Lawsuit After Drift Exploit Over Claims It Took No Action to Freeze the Funds17 Apr 2026 18:45
Crypto infrastructure providers are under rising pressure as a new lawsuit tests whether technical control can bring legal responsibility after a major hack. The case against Circle could influence how courts treat stablecoin and bridge operators during active breaches. Key Takeaways: Circle faces claims it failed to freeze stolen USDC after the Drift Protocol exploit. […] - Bitcoin Hits $78,348 as Strait of Hormuz Reopening Ignites Global Relief Rally17 Apr 2026 17:48
Bitcoin surged past $78,000, reaching an intraday high of $78,348. The rally pushed its 24-hour gains to 4.1% and its total market cap to $1.56 trillion. Key Takeaways: Bitcoin hit $78,348 as Iran reopened the Strait of Hormuz, marking its highest price since Feb. 4. Global markets surged as Brent crude fell below $89, wiping […] - Kraken Parent Payward Enters $550M Deal to Acquire Bitnomial, Accelerating Regulated US Crypto Derivatives Push17 Apr 2026 17:09
Kraken is set to strengthen its dominance in U.S. crypto derivatives as parent company Payward moves to acquire Bitnomial in a deal worth up to $550 million at a $20 billion valuation. The move positions Kraken to accelerate regulated product expansion and capture growing market demand. Key Takeaways: Payward will acquire Bitnomial to add a […] - TRON Integrates deBridge MCP, Unlocking Seamless Cross-Chain Execution for AI Agents17 Apr 2026 17:00
This sponsored press release was provided by TRON DAO and was not written by Bitcoin.com News. Bitcoin.com News does not necessarily endorse the statements made within this announcement. PRESS RELEASE. Geneva, Switzerland — April 17, 2026 — TRON DAO, the community-governed DAO dedicated to accelerating the decentralization of the internet through blockchain technology and decentralized […] - Oil Prices Crash as Iran Reopens Strait of Hormuz17 Apr 2026 16:05
The announcement was made by Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, who specified that as part of the ceasefire, the Strait of Hormuz was “completely open.” Oil futures plummeted, with the WTI and Brent benchmarks falling over 10%, reaching below $90. Key Takeaways: Iran reopened the Strait of Hormuz, crashing Brent futures 10% to $87.19 and […] - XRP Holds Breakout as Global Macro Conditions Improve and Stronger Institutional Flows Support Further Upside17 Apr 2026 15:29
Buying pressure remains firmly in control as XRP holds a breakout near intraday highs after a sharp rally. Strong momentum and improving market conditions are supporting the advance, while technical signals show the move is becoming extended. Key Takeaways: XRP held above breakout levels, signaling buyers still control the trend. Institutional flows and Rakuten support […]